Pope John XXIII - The Good Pope who opened the windows of the Church

 

NEW EPISODE | Influential People of the Modern Catholic Church – Episode 2

Pope John XXIII: The Good Pope Who Opened the Windows of the Church

Known simply as "The Good Pope," Pope John XXIII inspired the world with his humility, kindness, and unwavering trust in the Holy Spirit. Though many expected him to be only a transitional pope, God used him to begin one of the most significant chapters in the modern history of the Catholic Church by convening the Second Vatican Council.

In this episode of The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns, we explore the life of the humble farmer's son who became one of the Church's most beloved popes. Discover how his joyful spirit, deep compassion, and courageous leadership continue to inspire Catholics to proclaim the timeless truths of the Gospel with hope, charity, and confidence.

Join us as we learn how Pope John XXIII reminds us that true greatness is found not in power or prestige, but in humble service to Christ and His Church.

🎧 Listen now on The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns, available wherever you enjoy podcasts.

Coming Next: Pope Paul VI – The Pope Who Guided the Church Through Change.

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Influential People of the Modern Catholic Church - Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

Influential People of the Modern Catholic Church begins with one of the greatest Catholic communicators of the twentieth century—Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

Long before podcasts, YouTube, or social media, Archbishop Sheen used radio and television to bring the beauty of the Catholic faith into millions of homes. His wisdom, humor, unwavering love for Christ, and lifelong commitment to Eucharistic Adoration continue to inspire Catholics around the world today.

In this episode, you'll discover:

✝️ The remarkable life of Fulton J. Sheen

📺 How he transformed Catholic evangelization through media

🙏 The secret behind his extraordinary ministry

💙 Timeless lessons every Catholic can apply today

Whether you're already familiar with Archbishop Sheen or meeting him for the first time, this episode will encourage you to deepen your faith and boldly share Christ with the world.

🎧 Listen now on The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns wherever you enjoy podcasts.

Coming Next: Pope John XXIII – The Good Pope

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Creating a Personal Rule of Life

🎙️ New Episode: Creating a Personal Rule of Life

Do you ever feel like life is running you instead of you living with purpose?

Between work, family, responsibilities, and constant distractions, it's easy to lose sight of what matters most. In this episode of The Catholic Journey, Deacon Pat Kearns introduces the timeless wisdom of St. Benedict's Rule of Life and shows how you can create a Personal Rule of Life that helps you live each day with greater peace, purpose, and intentionality.

Discover why a Rule of Life isn't about following more rules—it's about building simple, faithful habits that keep Jesus Christ at the center of every part of your life.

Whether you're a busy parent, a retiree, a young adult, or simply longing for a deeper relationship with God, this episode will inspire you to take one faithful step toward becoming the person God created you to be.

"Prefer nothing whatever to Christ." — St. Benedict

🎧 Listen today, and begin your journey toward a more intentional Catholic life.

Link to purchase a copy of the workbook: www.amazon.com/dp/B0H8LDSKNH?ref…st_author_ofdp_rw

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Thank You for being a part of The Catholic Journey Podcast

 A Heartfelt Thank You ❤️

Today's episode is a little different.

Instead of teaching about a saint or exploring the history of the Church, I simply wanted to pause and say thank you.

I am deeply humbled and grateful by the incredible growth of The Catholic Journey Podcast and by the support you've shown across YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, and so many other platforms.

Every listen, every subscription, every comment, every message, and every time you share an episode has helped spread the Gospel far beyond anything I could have imagined. I'm equally grateful for your encouragement of my books and written ministry. Knowing that these resources are helping people grow closer to Christ is a blessing I never take for granted.

This podcast has never been about numbers. It has always been about helping people encounter Jesus, deepen their Catholic faith, and discover the beauty of the Church.

As we prepare to begin our new series, Influential People of the Modern Catholic Church, I invite you to continue this journey with me. I believe God has wonderful things ahead, and I'm honored that we can walk this road together.

From the bottom of my heart...

Thank you for listening. Thank you for praying. Thank you for sharing this journey of faith.

May God richly bless you and your families.

— Deacon Pat Kearns

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Laodicea – The Lukewarm Church

Laodicea – The Lukewarm Church

In this final episode of our series on the Seven Churches of Revelation, we journey to the prosperous city of Laodicea, where Jesus delivers one of the most sobering messages found in all of Scripture.

"You are neither cold nor hot... because you are lukewarm, I will spit you out of my mouth." (Revelation 3:15–16)

Why would Jesus speak such strong words to a successful church? What made Laodicea spiritually complacent despite its wealth and influence? And what does this ancient message reveal about our own lives today?

Together we'll explore:
• The fascinating history of Laodicea and why it was known for its wealth, banking, eye medicine, and black wool.
• The powerful symbolism behind Jesus' warning about being "lukewarm."
• The danger of self-sufficiency and spiritual complacency.
• Christ's loving invitation: "Behold, I stand at the door and knock."
• Practical ways to renew our faith and become disciples who are truly on fire for Christ.

Although this message was written nearly 2,000 years ago, it speaks directly to Christians living in today's comfortable, distracted, and self-reliant culture.

Join me as we conclude our journey through the Seven Churches of Revelation and discover how Christ continues to call His Church—and each one of us—to wholehearted faith, repentance, and renewed zeal.

Thank you for listening to The Catholic Journey Podcast. If this series has encouraged your faith, please consider following, sharing, and leaving a review so that together we can help more people discover the beauty and truth of the Catholic faith.

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