The Manly Catholic: Igniting Men to Light the World on Fire
Voted #1 Catholic Podcast for Men! Jesus Christ is the epitome of what it means to be a man. With masculinity in our culture more confused than ever, join us at The Manly Catholic as we strive to ignite men to be on fire for Christ. Men are challenged and fight battles that often distract them from their ultimate goal: to become a saint. We will help you become saints and become the men God created you to be. And have some laughs along the way. Because who couldn't use more laughter in their life?
Episodes
Fr. Dom explores the themes of being prophets, the significance of baptism, the history of the split of the 12 tribes of Israel, the role of the apostles in uniting the tribes, and the call for all Catholics to be prophets in their own way. In this homily, he encourages us to embrace our baptism and use it as a source of strength and unity. He touches on the power of prayer and fasting, the importance of neve...
What is the true nature of heresy, and how does it threaten the integrity of our faith? Join us for an eye-opening episode of the Manly Catholic featuring the esteemed Bishop Athanasius Schneider. We start by unpacking the etymology and severe implications of heresy as a violation of divine truth. Bishop Schneider, drawing from his latest book, shares profound insights into over 130 doctrinal errors throughou...
Ladies and gentlemen, he is back! Fr. Dom is back in the saddle. This conversation explores a large variety of topics as we take some questions from some of our listeners. From addiction to mortal sin versus venial sins, we emphasize the importance of being vicious and fighting against addiction, especially in the context of pornography and masturbation. The role of confession and the sacraments in overcoming...
Jim Papandrea comes onto the podcast to discuss how the early Church prayed. What did their prayer look like? Did they participate in repetitive prayer like the Rosary? We also explore the prayer practices of the early Christians. He emphasizes the importance of praying the Our Father and the Psalms, and the significance of repetition in prayer. He also discusses the use of the sign of the cross as a prayer a...
In this homily, Fr. Dom enlightens us with how Church is a strong tree with deep roots, the kingdom of God as a mustard seed, and the role of fathers in guarding and protecting their families. He reflects on the readings from Ezekiel and Mark, highlighting the power and growth of the Church. He also emphasizes the importance of fathers being like the second Adam, leading their families in prayer and protectin...
In this engaging and enlightening talk from the KEPHA Men's Conference, Father McTeigue discusses the importance of being a pilgrim, a warrior, and a leader in the Catholic faith. He emphasizes the need for men to embrace their role as life-giving fathers and to be transformed by their faith. Father McTeigue also highlights the significance of worthy worship and the impact it has on our relationship with...
Father Matthew Barnum is a dear friend of Fr. Dom and a very holy man. We are pleased to share his homily from what he calls the 2nd Sunday of Corpus Christi. He discusses the importance of reverencing the Holy Eucharist and guarding against any disrespect or mishandling of it. He emphasizes the need for everyone, not just priests, to protect the Eucharist and ensure its proper treatment. Fr. Barnum draws par...
James interviews another James about a Marian apparition and prophecy all the way back from the 16th century and one you probably have never heard about. Inspired partly by Jesse Romero, James Valois wrote about this time-defining apparition in his latest book 'Our Lady's Prophecies, God's Messages for Our Times.' The conversation touches on topics such as the decline in faith and morals...
The beautiful celebration of Corpus Christi is upon us and Fr. Dom does not disappoint! He discusses the significance of the Eucharistic procession and shares his personal experience of being ordained as a priest. Fr. Dom also explores the concept of being a priest and the joy and challenges that come with it. He then delves into the topic of Eucharistic miracles, highlighting several cases where the Eucharis...
Shaun McAfee returns to the podcast to discuss his latest book 'All Things Catholic: A Guide from A to Z'. James and Shaun cover various topics related to the Catholic faith, and Shaun highlights the importance of having a comprehensive resource for understanding and defending the faith. Now, this is not just your run-of-the-mill "dictionary" that will bore you to tears. From controversia...
Holy Trinity Sunday. In this homily with Fr. Dom, he explores the profound mystery of the Holy Trinity and its significance in the Christian faith. It delves into the foundational belief in the Trinity, the celebration of the sacrifice of Jesus, and the call to participate in the divine life through the sacraments. His homily also discusses the challenges and attacks on the Trinity throughout history, emphasi...
In this episode, James and Deacon Kevin Cummings discuss his organization, Deacons of Hope, which aims to protect and defend the image and likeness of God at every stage of human life, with a focus on the unborn. He shares his personal journey and passion for the pro-life movement, highlighting the importance of men stepping up to support women facing unplanned pregnancies. Deacon Cummings also explains the w...
From Pentecost Sunday, Fr. Dom discusses the gift of the Holy Spirit and the role of the Catholic Church in bringing people into the fullness of faith. He explores the seven sacraments and their connection to the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the importance of baptism, reconciliation, the Eucharist, confirmation, anointing of the sick, marriage, and the priesthood. He also highlights the unity and universal unders...
From the 6th Sunday of Easter, Fr. Dom is at it again. The principal theme of this homily is the concept of love and how it relates to being created in the image and likeness of God. Fr. Dom emphasizes the importance of loving others as Jesus loves us and the role of sacrifice in this love. He also explores the significance of baptism in enabling us to love sacrificially and references quotes from various sa...
Today, James interviews Daniel Fitzpatrick about his book 'Restoring the Lord's Day: How Reclaiming Sunday Can Revive Our Human Nature'. We discuss the importance of the 4th Commandment and the need to reclaim Sunday as a day of rest and worship. Daniel shares his personal experience of feeling anxious on Sundays and how he discovered the connection between this anxiety and the sin of sloth. Th...
From the 5th Sunday of Easter (I know, I'm late!) Fr. Dom explores the concept of being attached to Jesus as the vine and the importance of remaining in Him. He emphasizes that having a relationship with Jesus is not just about being friends, but about sharing in His divine life. Fr. Dom discusses the need for transformation and renewal every day, and the power of the sacraments in grafting ourselves to ...
From KEPHA 2024, Michael Gormley discusses the importance of living a life of purpose and devotion to God. He emphasizes the need for men to provide, protect, and be devoted to the law of the Lord. He also highlights the significance of fatherhood and the example of Jesus as the ultimate model of sacrifice and love. The conversation explores the meaning of fatherhood and the role of men in society. It emphasi...
James welcomes Connie Marshner to The Manly Catholic to discuss St. Patrick, the High Cross, ancient Irish Catholicism, and so much more in her latest book "Monastery and High Cross: The Forgotten Eastern Roots of Irish Christianity." She explains the influence of Eastern Christianity on Irish Christianity, the role of St. Patrick in the conversion of Ireland, and the evidence of early Christians i...
In this conversation, James interviews Kaitlyn Mason about her book on St. Faustina and the importance of Divine Mercy. Kaitlyn shares her personal connection to the message of Divine Mercy and her struggles in life. They discuss the life of St. Faustina and her devotion to Jesus and the Divine Mercy. The conversation highlights the need for trust in God and the importance of sharing the message of Divine Me...
From the 3rd Sunday in Easter, Fr. Dom discusses the importance of the Holy Trinity in our lives and how it can transform us to becoming kind, loving, courageous, and brave. It emphasizes the power and dynamite we receive from the Holy Spirit to fulfill our mission of kindness and love. This homily also highlights the examples of the early Christians in the Acts of the Apostles, who were bold and courageous i...
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