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Defending Your Faith Aug 20, 2017

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Do you find it hard to defend your faith? Are you shy about telling folks you are a Catholic...and why you are? Can you answer all the inevitable questions that will arise? Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they share another of their world-famous top ten lists - this one is the top ten ways to defend your faith.

Perseverance Aug 13, 2017

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What's the hardest thing you've ever done in your life...physically, emotionally and spiritually? Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they discuss the deacon's recent trip to Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico and the tremendous challenges he faced...and ultimately (with the Lord's help) overcame.

A Friar's Pilgrimage Aug 06, 2017

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What does a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal do when he's in Lourdes? Let's ask him! Join Deacon Jeff for our final pilgrimage episode in the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he welcomes Fr. Anthony Baetzold, CFR to discuss the beautiful Lourdes experience from a friar's perspective.

Malteser International Jul 30, 2017

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Who are those special people who arrive first on the scene of terrible national disasters? Most likely, you'll notice that the Order of Malta's Malteser International is on the case! Join Deacon Jeff in the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he welcomes Tom Wessels, Kmob, the president of Malteser International to talk about what they do...and why they do it.

Young Volunteers Jul 23, 2017

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Young volunteers in Lourdes, France tell how they bring life, love and vitality to the lives of the sick who visit Lourdes, France. Join Deacon Jeff in the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he welcomes Claire, Olivia and Katie.

A Family Of Faith Jul 16, 2017

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Bad things do happen to good people, and your faith might just make the difference in whether or not you see blessings in disguise. Join Deacon Jeff in the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he welcomes the Bell family to talk about their beautiful daughter, a random gene disorder, and their faith journey.

Canon Law Jul 09, 2017

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Did you know the Catholic Church has it's very own legal system? Where did it come from and what is it's purpose? Join Deacon Jeff in the Luxurious Corner Booth of the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he welcomes Fr. Luke Millette, Judicial Vicar for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, to discuss all the ins and outs of Canon Law.

Vocations Through Mary Jul 02, 2017

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Do you ever wonder where vocations come from? If people are being called to the priesthood, diaconate or religious life...then WHO is doing the calling? You certainly know that God calls, but did you also know that Mary does as well? Join Deacon Jeff in the Luxurious Corner Booth of the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he welcomes the Most Reverend Martin D. Holley, Bishop of Memphis in Tennessee to share with us his amazing vocational journey and his continuing devotion to the Blessed Mother.

Miracles Are Real Jun 25, 2017

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Do you believe in miracles? Actual amazing, body-healing, life-saving miracles? Join Deacon Jeff in the Luxurious Corner Booth of the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as he welcomes Katie Page, a Dame of Malta who tells her story of miraculous healing in Lourdes, France.

Good Preaching Jun 18, 2017

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Have you heard many good homilies? Sadly, fewer and fewer Catholics are answering "yes" to that question. So, what makes a good homily? What makes preaching good, effective, instructive and engaging? Join us in the Luxurious Corner Booth of the FRENCH Catholic Cafe as we welcome Fr. Jim Greenfield, OSFS, the Provincial of the Eastern Province of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, who will speak with us on the topic of the ever-elusive skill of good preaching.

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