Two Pews in a Pod - Faith and the Vocation of Science 1 of 8Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

In this episode, we also dive deep into the importance of our words. 💬 Our words have the power to build up or tear down, to nurture or destroy. We reflect on how critical it is to be mindful of how we speak to our loved ones. Whether it's encouraging our children, communicating with our spouses, or interacting with others, our words carry signific…

Two Pews in a Pod - Understanding the Bible Episode 4 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

BECOME A PARTNER IN THE PEW AND GET A FREE ROSARY 📿https://donorbox.org/free-rosary-may-24Today, we’re celebrating Pentecost – the birth of the Church and the powerful movement of the Holy Spirit. 🕊️We’re diving into why Pentecost feels like celebrating everyone’s birthday at Mass. We’ll also explore the boldness of the apostles in Acts. This isn’t…

Two Pews in a Pod - Understanding the Bible Episode 3 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

This week, John and Victor are unpacking a topic that hits home for a lot of us. Ever found yourself thinking, "If only I could feel a bit better, everything would be okay"? John dives into this headfirst, sharing some raw stories about the quick fixes he sought in confession and men's groups, recalling moments in his life after getting out of pris…

Two Pews in a Pod - Understanding the Bible Episode 2 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

Dive into this episode with John and Victor, where they chat about the ups and downs of supporting their loved ones through major life milestones. This time around, they're celebrating the big wins of Lily and Angela, and they don't shy away from sharing just how tough it's been to get here.In a candid discussion, John opens up about his journey wi…

Two Pews in a Pod - Understanding the Bible Episode 1 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

Whether your job feels monotonous or mundane, this conversation reveals how it can still serve as a profound act of worship and transformation. Join us as we unpack how even the simplest tasks can glorify God and change our lives, making every day an opportunity to live out a testament of faith and purpose. He leadeth me by Fr. Walter J. Ciszek S.J…

Two Pews in a Pod - Seminary Episode 4 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

This week John and Victor discuss the true purpose of life . . . and it isn't anything the world offers us. Many men today are wrapped up in a materialist culture, putting their careers and possessions above everything else, only to realize later in life that they missed out on some of the most important things in their lives. Others think that it'…

Two Pews in a Pod - Seminary Episode 3 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

This episode brings you an in-depth exploration of men's ministry and personal development, filmed against the backdrop of our recent leadership summit in Columbus, Ohio. Join John and Victor as they unpack the transformative experiences of the summit, where men gathered to deepen their faith and leadership skills.The duo shares stories of reconnec…

Two Pews in a Pod - Seminary Episode 2 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

In this week's episode, John and Victor take a look at the journey and life of Peter in the 40 Days after the Resurrection. As they reflect on the Scripture readings from the first Friday of the Easter season, John and Victor draw parallels between the biblical stories of Peter's denial and his subsequent redemption, exploring themes of vulnerabili…

Two Pews in a Pod - Seminary Episode 1 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

This week John is joined by one of his favorite brothers in Christ, fellow evangelist Hector Molina. John and Hector have been friends for many years now and are finally getting a chance to meet in studio to talk about their mutual love of the Scriptures. Hector is a brilliant evangelist with a story, just like the rest of us, that led him to a rel…

Two Pews in a Pod - Hymns Episode 4 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

A Blessed Holy Week to you. Join John and Victor as we conclude the Lenten journey with the 7th Deadly Sin: Pride, the root of all sin. "In that sin man preferred himself to God...He chose himself over and against God, against the requirements of his creaturely status and therefore against his own good" (Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph …

Two Pews in a Pod - Hymns Episode 3 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

The journey continues as John and Victor dive deeper into the 7 Deadly Sins. This week's focus is Lust, the "disordered desire for or inordinate enjoyment of sexual pleasure" (Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC], paragraph 2351). According to Archbishop Fulton Sheen, the key word is inordinate. God Himself associated pleasure with the flesh. Ple…

Two Pews in a Pod - Hymns Episode 2 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

Join John and Victor as the Lenten journey continues on the 7 Deadly Sins. This week's focus is Gluttony, or overindulgence of food and drink. How we live and the way we treat ourselves matters. "Do you not know that your body is a temple of the holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you have been purchas…

Two Pews in a Pod - Hymns Episode 1 of 4Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

"Where your treasure is, there also will your heart be." Matthew 6:21Join John and Victor in the Lenten journey on the 7 Deadly Sins this week as they discuss the sin of Greed. Our possessions, time, and talents are gifts from the Lord and how often we allow our attachments to these things to control us and rob us of our joy and living a life of fr…

Two Pews in a Pod - Prayer Episode 6 of 6Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

“Run as to Win” - 1 Corinthians 9:24John and Vic continue their Lenten Series on the 7 Deadly Sins this week by focusing on Sloth. All of us struggle with sloth both physically and spiritually at times in our lives. If we aren’t careful though, giving into comfort and putting down our crosses can lead us far away from the Lord. It doesn’t take long…

Two Pews in a Pod - Prayer Episode 5 of 6Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

“In your anger do not sin” - Ephesians 4:26This week John and Victor continue their Lenten Series on the seven deadly sins and how they impede us from being able to "return to God with our whole hearts" ( Joel 2:12). The sin of the week is Anger. Many of us struggle almost daily with anger. Sometimes our anger is just and sometimes it is unjust. So…

Two Pews in a Pod - Prayer Episode 4 of 6Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

"Envy is the assassination of brotherly love." - Archbishop Fulton Sheen A blessed Lent to you all! This week kicks off a new Lenten Series on the 7 deadly sins from John and Victor. In this week's episode we begin our Lenten journey as John and Victor discuss envy, one of the seven deadly sins that goes unnoticed but can undermine our spiritual he…

Two Pews in a Pod - Prayer Episode 3 of 6Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

"The world offers you comfort, but you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness." - Pope Benedict XVIYou don't have to look around long to see that the world needs Catholics that are willing to boldly live their faith. Unfortunately, many of us can often find ourselves retreating back into the comfort and safety of those like us. Whil…

Two Pews in a Pod - Prayer Episode 2 of 6Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

"Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about"We all have had confrontations with strangers, co-workers, and even family and friends that haven't always gone the way we would like. Oftentimes, these interactions can leave us upset and we can move quickly to anger, premature judgments, and resentment towards the other person. As Chr…

Two Pews in a Pod - Prayer Episode 1 of 6Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

Join us for a special episode this week as John welcomes his friend Hani for an interview about living as a Christian in the Holy Land. Experiencing the kindness of a pilgrim as a young child, he now devotes his life to leading pilgrims to encounter the person of Jesus Christ and the land in which he lived and ministered. With a passion for connect…

Two Pews in a Pod - Preaching Episode 5 of 5Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

All is gift!Join John and Victor this week as they discuss the power of receiving everything-trials and sufferings included- as a gift from the Lord. As St. Paul writes in his letter to the Romans, "We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28). The Lord desires to use every mom…

Two Pews in a Pod - Preaching Episode 4 of 5Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

Happy New Year! At least that's what we all want it to be. Many of us, though, fail in our resolutions and quit before we even get started. Ever wonder why? We listen to the wrong voice, that's why. The one that shows up to convict you of your mistakes and throws your past failures in your face. That voice is the voice of the Evil One. So how do we…

Two Pews in a Pod - Preaching Episode 3 of 5Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

Two Pews in a Pod - Preaching Episode 2 of 5Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

See what love (1 John 3:1) "The one who holds the world in being was lying in a manger...The heavens cannot contain him, but a woman carried him in her bosom...May he make us into children of God, since for our sake he was willing to be made a child of man" (St. Augustine). This is our God. This is the God who reveals His power through humility, lo…

Two Pews in a Pod - Preaching Episode 1 of 5Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

Remembrance is at the heart of the Christian life. When we forget who we are and Whose we are, we often fail to see the great gift of our lives and the abundant blessings we have received. Join John and Victor as they challenge us to focus not simply on the material gifts of Christmas, but on The Gift of Christ and his saving power in our lives. Fo…

Two Pews in a Pod - Baptism Episode 6 of 6Bởi Two Pews in a Pod

The great mystery of Christmas is commemorating the historical event of the birth of the Messiah and simultaneously the preparation of the second coming of Christ. As St. John Paul II said, "Our whole life should be an 'advent', in vigilant expectation of Christ's final coming." Preparation and expectation. How we live our everyday lives matters. J…

Two Pews in a Pod - Baptism Episode 5 of 6Bởi Two Pews in a Pod