In this episode, the dogs discuss the vocation of the priesthood. Rob recognizes a new freedom in staying home on Friday nights (6:22), which Connor describes as a “unity of life” (8:30). Mike admits his own struggle with FOMO (17:40) and Connor offers some encouragement with an image that came to him on the Feast of the Sacred Heart (20:14). Rob reflects on Screwtape Letters (30:38) and Mike proposes that, generally, the question “what if” is not from God (32:10). Connor concludes with a recent experience unifying the Bridegroom to His bride. (34:15).

Quotes:

“Just because you live a different life, which does exclude you from certain things, that doesn’t mean you’re alone.” (Mike, 11:50)

“The most important things in your life are seen only by God.” (Connor, 13:15)

“I’m thankful that God has made me love being a priest and not fear that I’m missing something; I am missing something, but it’s a blessing to do so.”  (Connor, 17:18)

“Fear of the future is a lack of trust in the present.” (Mike, 32:45)

“The Lord wants to be in communion with you.” (Connor, 35:15)

“Our vocation is to help unify the bride and the bridegroom.” (Connor, 36:53)

Media Mentions:

References:

Shout- Outs:

  • Fr. Brian Welter
  • Fr. Jim Rafferty
  • Fr. Zach Weber

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2 thoughts on “S11 Episode 44- Backwards on a treadmill

  1. This is your finest podcast. The grasping motif: the most important thing for me to contemplate right now. The comment that love is a free gift. And living in the present is a common theme that Jesus speaks to me about. It is the only way to faithfully serve the Lord with six kids.
    There are, by the way, a thousand families that want priests like y’all over on a Friday night to hang out with them and their kids. But I know this idea is missing the point. You do have a higher calling. And honestly when you’re at someone’s home, we can detect that it’s been elevated to a more sacred experience. But being content when Friday means laundry and a book is so very good. Obviously a wife and mother have her own challenges and disillusionments of how time is not spent in a most festive, fun, or perfect way. Contentment in the present. Contentment in your vocation and not grasping. Just truly the finest podcast. Thank you.

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