Deacon Jeff talks with The Catholic Cafe’s Head Chef, Fr. Ben Bradshaw, about the Catholic Church’s understanding of the Reformation, as well as her success in reform as a result of the Counter-Reformation to follow.
Fired Up Catholics
Deacon Jeff talks to former Southern Baptist Pastor Andy McNutt about why we don’t always see Catholics fired up about their faith…and what we can do about it.
A New Catholic Life
Deacon Jeff and convert Bruce Summers discuss Bruce’s journey to the Catholic Faith from the Southern Baptist tradition.
Conversion of a Baptist Preacher
Deacon Jeff talks to former Southern Baptist Pastor Andy McNutt about why he chose to convert to the Catholic Faith.
The Rosary
Deacon Jeff and Fr. Jim Blount, a priest of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity from Belize in Central America take on the topic of the Rosary and it’s proper place in Catholic devotion.
Church Authority
Deacon Jeff and noted lawyer Robert Hutton discuss the truth behind the authority of the Church. What must every Catholic believe if they want to call themselves Catholic? What is a Catholic OBLIGATED to accept? And where does opinion come in? And what about binding authority? And, how do you tell the difference? Stay tuned, and we’ll try and clear it all up!
The Death Penalty
Deacon Jeff and noted Death Penalty lawyer Robert Hutton discuss the truth about the Catholic Teaching on the death penalty.
Living Before Dying
Deacon Jeff and guest Deacon Jack Conrad discuss his new book, “Living Before Dying.” In this timely discussion about dealing with the process of you or a loved one dying, the deacons relate many interesting spiritual insights which may help some turn a tragedy into a life blessing – all framed around the beauty of the hospice experience.
Statues And Graven Images
Deacon Jeff and guest “Above Average Catholic,” friend and layperson Bill Drennan discuss the Catholic understanding of statues, paintings, stained glass and other sacred images and their use in worship and benefit to the people of God.
Purgatory
Deacon Jeff and guest “Above Average Catholic”, friend and layperson Bill Drennan discuss the Catholic teaching about Purgatory in Sacred Tradition, along with its Scriptural and Patristic origins.