Catholic Adventurer

The Unshakeable Presence of the Catholic Church: A Stark Warning In this video, I bring you some significant news: the Catholic Church will endure until the end of time. This is joyous for believers but unsettling for non-believers. Throughout history, despite claims of its imminent demise, the Church has persisted for 2,000 years, transcending empires and eras. However, Catholics are cautioned not to be complacent. The gates of h...

Many people have spent a long time redefining "Catholic"—what the faith is, what it teaches, and how to live it. Often even we Catholics fail to actively define "Catholic" (The church, or the faith) in a miscalculated effort to be charitable and welcoming. I agree with the ends, but not the means. It's time to reclaim Catholic, to live it proudly and without shame, and to share it with others in its entirely. Be not afraid, my bret...

The way we teach or evangelize the Catholic faith today makes it seem so ridiculous that we practically invite people to quit it. I've spent 30 years in Catholic communications and education, and today I'm sharing three fundamental reasons why people leave the Catholic faith. First, we often teach a one-dimensional, fairy-tale version of Jesus. Second, we misrepresent God's love as being unconditional in a way that feels robotic an...

Welcome to 2025! As everyone focuses on New Year's resolutions like losing weight or new fashion choices, remember the most vital change is a change of how you THINK (not just changing things you DO). In this video—a clip from "Happy RENEW Year!" (https://youtu.be/Sre7H401Zj4)—I discuss why your resolutions should prioritize transforming your habits of thought over habits of action. The devil enjoys manipulating your mind, turning ...

Preparing for a Truly New Year: Catholic Wisdom and Reflection In this final episode of the Catholic Adventure podcast for 2024, we discuss how Catholics should approach the New Year differently than the secular world. We focus on the importance of recommitting ourselves daily to personal growth rather than treating New Year's resolutions as a once-a-year effort. Explore why January 1st is a Holy Day of Obligation, the significance...

A Catholic Perspective on Euthanasia, Transgender Treatments, and Sean Hannity's Engagement In this episode of the Catholic Adventurer, we explore three current news topics from a Catholic viewpoint. First, the Canadian group's concerns about euthanasia abuses emphasize the importance of safeguarding human dignity. Then, we discuss President Biden's recent defense bill decision that cuts funding for underage transgender treatments,...

Diving way-down into a complex discussion of truth, justice, and gender from a Catholic perspective. In this insightful episode, I react to a conversation between Candace Owens and Nick Cannon about objective truth and societal beliefs. The episode explores the distinctions between knowledge, belief, and whether emotion is how we discern truth. I also emphasizes the importance of aligning with Truth, Reality and God's revelation. F...

Diving way-down into a complex discussion of truth, justice, and gender from a Catholic perspective. In this insightful episode, I react to a conversation between Candace Owens and Nick Cannon about objective truth and societal beliefs. The episode explores the distinctions between knowledge, belief, and whether emotion is how we discern truth. I also emphasizes the importance of aligning with Truth, Reality and God's revelation. F...

In this premier episode I tackle three prevalent myths about the Catholic faith. I clarify the true Catholic teaching on the Holy Eucharist, the Immaculate Conception, and misunderstanding about the Church’s doctrine consistency. 

As a bonus, the episode I conclude with surprising true or false questions about God. The last one will definitely shock you. I know this because it shocks everyone I tell it to in person. 

Myths and Myst...

I'm about to ruin Advent for you! Talking about the true meaning of Advent, a season of anticipation not just for Christmas but for the second coming of Jesus. Contrary to popular belief, Advent isn't just about letting the light of Jesus into our hearts – it's about commemorating His first coming and preparing for His return. Learn how to prepare for Jesus' second coming with joy, live the Gospel fully, and face the final judgment...

In this episode, I discuss the difficulties many people face when trying to live as good Catholics. While religion is intrinsic to human nature and intended to be part of our daily life, integrating it with our ordinary, often secular experiences can be very challenging. It’s like being tugged between two masters who were not supposed to be at war in the first place. Catholicism requires effort, effort that pulls us out of our fall...