The Catholic Gentleman - John Heinen, Sam Guzman, Devin Schadt

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5 Reasons Why Every Man Should Fast May 11, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the purpose and benefits of fasting. Join them as they discuss how fasting is necessary for becoming a better man.

Why fasting benefits your mind as well as your body
How to start a fasting regime
The potential dangers of fasting
When you should not fast
And more

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For God & Country: The Life Of A Catholic Soldier May 04, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam meet with Marek Rudak, former Army Ranger, and current business professional to discuss how war changed his life and how growing in the Faith helped him reset his priorities and purpose. Join them as they discuss one soldier's journey to becoming a better man and using his experience to help others.

• How physical battle tactics can be applied to spiritual battles

• How Faith can provide clear purpose in life

• Marek's real-life battles, both in war and at home

• How strategies he used and teaches daily can help you grow in holiness

• And more

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Special: Bishop Milan Lach and Eastern Catholic May 01, 2021

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Most Rev. Milan Lach is the fifth and current bishop of the Eparchy of Parma in the Ruthenian Byzantine Catholic Church. Born in Slovakia, he was ordained a priest in 2001 and received a doctorate from the Pontifical Oriental Institute in Rome in 2009. In 2018, he was named as eparch [bishop] of Parma by Pope Francis. In today's episode, we discuss:

The different Eastern Catholic churches and their history
Whether or not Eastern Catholics are "Orthodox in Union with Rome" or Roman Catholic
If a Latin-rite Catholic can receive the sacraments at an Eastern Catholic church
The differences between Eastern and Western Christianity in theology, liturgy, devotions, and sacred art
Whether or not married priests are a good idea
The likelihood of reunion between Catholics and Orthodox
And more!

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Why A Man Needs (And Deserves) His Rest Apr 27, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss how man is made for both work and leisure but our society misses the mark. Join them as they discuss the importance of rest and how every man must prioritize it.

How man was made for leisure
Why society's view of work and rest is backward.
Ways to enjoy your leisure and get the most out of downtime.
How fathers must prioritize rest for themselves to better serve their family.
And much more.

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3 Ways A Man Must Be A Protector Apr 20, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss masculinity and our nature and call to protect. Learn how physically protecting your family and the weak and vulnerable is not enough.

How man is built to protect.
Why physical protection is only the beginning.
Why our society is dependent on men protecting.
How you can work on different forms of protection.
And much more.

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How To Suffer Like A Man Apr 13, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss how the Church understands suffering which is in direct opposition to how the world understands suffering. They then go into how all Gentlemen can become better men in suffering.

How suffering is NOT the greatest evil.
What our Lord teaches us about suffering.
Should we embrace all suffering?
How can a man suffer well?
And much more.

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Traditional Vs. Modern Church Architecture Apr 06, 2021

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In this edition of The Catholic Gentleman, John Heinen and Sam Guzman are joined by Rafael Morales to discuss sacred architecture.

• Is traditional church design greater than modern?

• What makes a Church beautiful?

• How is the sense of the sacred built into churches?

• Do ugly churches undermine the faith?

• and much more.

Connect with Rafael Morales - rmorales@cosmatiarchitects.com

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The Devil In Your Pocket Mar 30, 2021

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Episode 04:

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss ways that addictive technology and constant access are damaging our culture.

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7 Things Confident Gentlemen Never Do Mar 23, 2021

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In this edition of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss behaviors and habits that erode the confidence and dignity of a gentleman.• One thing you should NEVER say to a woman

• One thing a gentleman NEVER wears in public

• Why confidence matters in authentic manliness

• Learning the difference between confidence and machismo

• and much more.

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St. Joseph, The Ultimate Gentleman Mar 17, 2021

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Episode 02:

In this episode, on the Solemnity of St. Joseph, we will discuss: