In a conversation with a couple discerning whether or not they were being called into full communion with the Catholic Church, the question of “emotion” and “feelings” almost lead them to change their mind and find a church more suited to their “worship style.” Find out what Deacon Jeff shared with the couple…and how this topic might even be affecting many of today’s Catholics as he and Tom tackle the thorny topic of ‘Why We Go To Mass’ in the Luxurious Corner Booth of the Catholic Cafe.
Jesus Without The Resurrection
What if they announced the discovery of Jesus’ burial remains? What if we found out that Jesus was a real person, but the Resurrection was just a made-up story? Would it change his message? Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth of The Catholic Cafe as they ponder the importance and effect of believing in the Resurrection of Jesus.
Good St. Joseph
Growing up, we all had heroes. Unfortunately, we stop looking to heroes more and more as we get older. Now, more than ever, men need a good role model to improve their lives as husbands, fathers, sons and brothers. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth of The Catholic Cafe as they discuss what Scripture tells us about St. Joseph, and why he makes an excellent hero to model for today’s challenges.
Joseph’s Dream
Why did God send an angel to Joseph in a dream as he was planning on leaving Mary behind? Did you ever wonder about that? Could it be that God had plans for Jesus, Mary and Joseph as a family? Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they delve into Joseph’s dream and reveal why God sent Joseph back to Mary.
Save The Family
Life is tough these days…and it’s really toughest on the family. It seems that nothing is under attack more than the traditional family unit which has always been the basis for a stable…and holy…society. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they discuss how men can regain a sense of spiritual direction in their families.
Prayer, Fasting And Almsgiving
When’s the last time you fasted? No…REALLY fasted? It’s not something we do a lot anymore and it tends to be very counter-cultural. And, even though we pray and give alms, perhaps we’ve gotten a little lax in those areas as well. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth of The Catholic Cafe as tackle the (sometimes uncomfortable) topic of the power of prayer, fasting and almsgiving in living out our Catholic faith life.
10 Ways To Ramp Up Your Lent
Is your Lenten experience a little stale? Are you tired of just giving up chocolate or colas and calling it Lent? Maybe you need to ramp things up a bit, but you feel like you have to wait until next year since Lent is already underway. Well, it’s not too late. You can still make this the best Lent ever! Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious corner Booth as they compile and discuss a list of ten simple things that you can do right now to ramp up your Lenten experience.
Knowing Jesus Through Alpha
Do you really KNOW Jesus? Lots of folks say they do, but who is Jesus referring to when he says many will call out to him saying “Lord Lord!” and tells them he never knew them? We hope and pray that is not us. So how do we come to truly know him? Join us in the Luxurious Corner Booth as Fr. John Riccardo tells us how he and his parish have used a program called Alpha to truly encounter the Risen Lord.
Ten Reasons Why You SHOULD Go To A Funeral
Today, many folks find it difficult to make time in their busy schedules to attend funerals. Do you have a problem with attending a funeral? Do you create excuses…or find you just don’t have time? Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they run down their top ten list of why they think you should make attending a funeral – any funeral – a priority in your life.
Ten Ways To Improve Your Prayer Life
Is your prayer life a little stale? Or is it non-existent? This happens more than you might think…even to those you perceive to be the holiest of people. So what’s a soul to do when they feel God is not present to them in prayer? Should you just give up? Join Deacon Jeff and Tom in the Luxurious Corner Booth as they share ten of their favorite, sure-fire, highly recommended ways to improve your prayer life!