The Dangers of the New Age – Off the Shelf 094 with Noira Noonan

October 17, 2018 By Pete Socks

New Age thought and the New Age Movement is a very dangerous playground to dabble in. The entire focus of New Agers is to bring the attention towards oneself making YOU the God of your life. Moira Noonan understands this because she was heavily involved in the New Age Movement for years until the Blessed Mother rescued her. Listen in as Moira and I discuss her journey which she details in her book Ransomed From Darkness: The New Age, Christian Faith and the Battle for Souls.

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Moira Noonan had been immersed in the New Age movement and its practices for 25 years before a remnant of truth from her Catholic school days made her take a second look at her life. Since then, Noonan has been on a mission to warn Catholics about the dangers of dabbling in the New Age. Even a little New Age practice mixed with Catholicism can affect one’s attitude toward the faith, she says, leading to a superstitious rather than a sacramental life.

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Can anger be a good thing? – Off the Shelf 093 with Bert Ghezzi

October 5, 2018 By Pete Socks

In the current climate of the Church today many may be feeling a mix of emotions. Hurt, confusion, sorrow, and maybe even anger. In his recently re-released book The Angry Christian: A Bible-based Strategy to Care for and Discipline a Valuable Emotion, Bert Ghezzi offers some solid advice on how to rein in this emotion and make it useful. Join us as Bert and I discuss anger and how we can effectively apply it to the current crisis in the Church and in our everyday lives as well.

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Bert Ghezzi is a popular author and speaker. He has written twenty books includingÿÿVoices of the Saints andÿÿMystics and Miracles. He appears frequently on EWTN programs, earned his PhD from the University of Notre Dame, is an active member of St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, and lives in Altamonte Springs, Florida.

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The Great Adventure Bible w/ guest Jeff Cavins – Off the Shelf 092

September 28, 2018 By Pete Socks

Papa’s got a brand new bag….or Bible in this case. Over the years I have had the opportunity to check out and review many Bibles. Recently I got the chance to get my hands on the new The Great Adventure Bible from Ascension Press. What I am about to say I don’t say lightly. This has become my Bible of choice. Why? Listen in as Jeff Cavins and I discuss what makes this Bible so unique.

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Jeff Cavins is recognized both nationally and internationally as one of the most effective and engaging speakers In the Church today. Few can communicate their love for Jesus Christ with as much zeal, clarity, and enthusiasm as Jeff Cavins. In addition to his outstanding presentations related to Catholic Bible study, Jeff is available to speak on a variety of other faith-formation topics.

After twelve years as a Protestant pastor, Jeff returned to the Catholic Church under the guidance of Bishop Paul Dudley. His conversion story, one of the best known and inspiring stories of its kind, is chronicled in the best-selling book, My Life on the Rock.

Over the past several decades, Jeff has dedicated his life to developing The Great Adventure: A Journey through the Bible, a practical, interactive program that helps people read the “big picture” of God’s plan in Sacred Scripture and understand its meaning for their lives. The Great Adventure presents the entire sweep of the Bible in a way that is easy to understand and genuinely fun. Its unique Bible Timeline learning system has revolutionized Catholic Bible Study for hundreds of thousands of Catholics since 1995. Jeff received his MA in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville.

Jeff has been a leading figure in Catholic media for over two decades and has appeared as a guest or host on Catholic radio and television hundreds of times.

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Humility Rules – Off the Shelf Episode 091

September 25, 2018 By Pete Socks

This week Father Augustine Wetta and I take a look at the often neglected virtue of humility. In his book Humility Rules: Saint Benedict’s Twelve-Step Guide to Genuine Self-Esteem Father Wetta breaks down Saint Benedict’s method into twelve pithy steps for finding inner peace in a way that can be applied to anyone’s life. In today’s society humility is a rarity. Join us and learn how to make it a part of your virtue toolbox.

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Fr. Augustine Wetta, OSB is the author of the book Humility Rules. He is a Benedictine monk and a high school teacher/rugby coach. He has degrees from Oxford University, Rice University, and Middlebury College. He grew up on a tropical island, where he learned to surf and was nearly eaten by a shark. He has also worked as a professional juggler, beach patrol lifeguard and archaeologist. During his spare time, he raises carnivorous plants and carpenter ants.

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A path forward from this crisis – Off the Shelf 089

September 9, 2018 By Pete Socks

In an engaging and timely interview I spend time this week with Father Thomas Berg author of Hurting in the Church: A Way Forward for Wounded Catholics. As we all come to grips with the crisis unfolding in the Church today I encourage everyone to listen to this episode as we discuss a path forward.

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Father Thomas Berg is professor of moral theology and vice-rector at St Joseph’s Seminary in Yonkers, NY. He earned his doctorate in philosophy at Rome’s Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum. In addition to scholarly work in bioethics, he has also been published or quoted in Homiletic & Pastoral Review, Crisis Magazine, First Things, The Wall Street Journal and the New York Times. An avid runner, hiker, and cigar aficionado, he escapes as often as he can to Cape May, New Jersey.

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An unexpected journey to the faith – Off the Shelf 088 with Kendra Von Esh

September 1, 2018 By Pete Socks

Conversion and reversion stories are fascinating to listen to and watch develop. Hearing what people have stumbled upon that has brought them back to the faith can be very fortifying in our own faith journeys. Kendra Von Esh, author of Am I Catholic?: A Struggle with Faith, Humility, and Surrendering to God, walked away from a very successful life in the corporate world to give her all to Christ and His church. On this episode Kendra speaks about where she has been, how she realized she needed something more, and where her life and ministry goes from here.

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Kendra Von Esh is an author and engaging speaker who left a high-powered executive career to inspire others to enrich their lives through faith and prayer. Visit her website at https://kendravonesh.com/

The Dangers of the New Age – Off the Shelf 094 with Noira Noonan

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Can anger be a good thing? – Off the Shelf 093 with Bert Ghezzi

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The Great Adventure Bible w/ guest Jeff Cavins – Off the Shelf 092

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Humility Rules – Off the Shelf Episode 091

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A path forward from this crisis – Off the Shelf 089

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An unexpected journey to the faith – Off the Shelf 088 with Kendra Von Esh

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