A Reason for Hope
190 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago -Array of Hope presents A Reason for Hope, a podcast that explores the Catholic Faith and the teachings of their patron St. John Paul II in a way that is fun, relevant, and engaging. Join Mario Costabile and Dr. David Hajduk each week, in addition to special notable guests, for an audio journey aimed to inform, inspire, and awaken hearts.
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A Suffering God | The Creed (Pt. 8) | DM
April 15, 2024 04:00 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBA Suffering God | The Creed (Pt. 8) | DM In this episode continuing our series on The Creed, David and Mario set up the coming discussions on the articles pertaining to the passion and death of Jesus. They ponder the questions: Why focus so much on the passion of Jesus if the Gospels and The Creed treat it in a very cursory way? Why does Pontius Pilate's name make its way into The Creed? How is it that God - Who is perfect, perfectly happy in Himself, and cannot change - could ever...
2024 National Eucharistic Congress CEO | Tim Glemkowski | Candid
April 08, 2024 04:00 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MB2024 National Eucharistic Congress CEO | Tim Glemkowski | Candid A Reason for Hope CANDID's Alanis and Jack interview Tim Glemkowski, the CEO of the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress. They discuss the supreme importance of the Eucharist, devotion to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, the status of the 2024 National Eucharistic Revival, Catholic family life, and encounters at Array of Hope's three-night BEHOLD events. 2024 Eucharistic Congress - Sponsors - Ave Maria Mutual Funds i...
Producing Cabrini and Other Faith-Driven Films | Leo Severino | R4H
April 01, 2024 04:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBProducing Cabrini and Other Faith-Driven Films | Leo Severino | R4H In this episode, we welcome Leo Severino - producer of the well-known films Bella and Sound of Freedom - to discuss his new film Cabrini about the life and work of Mother Frances Cabrini: nun, Italian emigrant, and first American saint. We discuss how Leo came to dedicate his professional life to making faith-driven films of high quality as positive alternatives to much of what is comes out of Hollywood. We also de...
Conceived by the Holy Spirit, Born of the Virgin Mary | The Creed (Pt. 7) | DM
March 25, 2024 04:00 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBConceived by the Holy Spirit, Born of the Virgin Mary | The Creed (Pt. 7) In this episode continuing our series on The Creed, Dave and Mario discuss the virginal and miraculous conception of Jesus, how Mary had taken a vow of consecrated virginity (which prompted her question to the Archangel Gabriel), and how Jesus received his whole human nature from Mary. We also discuss a little known article of faith - that Jesus also had a miraculous birth, such that Mary is called ever-Virg...
Discernment of Spirits | Dan Burke | CANDID
March 18, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBDiscernment of Spirits with Dan Burke Join us in this captivating CANDID episode as we sit down with Dan Burke, the president of the Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation, to delve into the profound realms of prayer and the interplay between angels and demons in our spiritual lives. In this enlightening conversation, Dan Burke shares invaluable insights into discernment of spirits, offering practical wisdom on how to navigate the subtle movements of the supernatural amidst the no...
Give Up Worrying | Gary Zimak | R4H
March 11, 2024 04:00 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBGive Up Worrying | Gary Zimak | R4H In this episode, we welcome Catholic speaker, radio host, and best selling author, Gary Zimak. We discuss the growing issue of anxiety in our culture, the difference between ordered and disordered fear, how being rooted in the Holy Spirit casts out worry, and how prayer and the Sacraments offer us relief and the reassurance that God cares for us and protects us. Host: Mario Costabile - Sponsors - Pietra Fitness - By combining stretching and st...
Give up worry for Lent | Gary Zimak | R4H
March 11, 2024 04:00 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBGive up worry for Lent In this episode, we welcome Catholic speaker, radio host, and best selling author, Gary Zimak. We discuss the growing issue of anxiety in our culture, the difference between ordered and disordered fear, how being rooted in the Holy Spirit casts out worry, and how prayer and the Sacraments offer us relief and the reassurance that God cares for us and protects us. Host: Mario Costabile - Sponsors - Pietra Fitness - By combining stretching and strengthening e...
Jesus Is the Son of God! | The Creed (Pt. 6) | DM
March 04, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBJesus Is the Son of God! | The Creed (Pt. 6) In this episode, we continue to discuss the second article of the Creed: "And in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord." David and Mario focus upon what we mean when we profess that Jesus is "the only Son" of the Father. They discuss how the Son of God is eternally begotten of and consubstantial with the Father, and distinguish between being the Son of God by nature vs. being a son of God by adoption. They also discuss how Jesus is fully Go...
Changing Lives, One Heart at a Time | Lauren Costabile | CANDID
February 26, 2024 05:00 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBChanging Lives, One Heart at a Time The A Reason for Hope CANDID team speaks with Lauren Costabile—Founder and Executive Director of Hearts of Joy International—about her mission to provide life-saving heart surgeries around the globe for children with Down syndrome. Lauren shares incredible experiences, wisdom, and insights into her work with children and their families, including the importance of building real relationships with the people she serves. https://heartsofjoyinterna...
Raymond Arroyo on Pursuing Excellence to Give Glory to God | R4H
February 19, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBRaymond Arroyo on Pursuing Excellence to Give Glory to God In this episode, we welcome Raymond Arroyo, author, journalist, and producer. He created and hosts EWTN's news program The World Over Live and presents the "Seen and Unseen" segment on Fox News Channel's The Ingraham Angle. He is the author of multiple books on the life and work of Mother Angelica, as well as books for children and pre-teens, notably the Will Wilder series. Beginning his career as an actor and musician, we ...
Jesus is the Only Savior and Lord! | The Creed (Pt. 5) | DM
February 12, 2024 05:00 - 19 minutes - 27 MBJesus is the Only Savior and Lord! | The Creed (Pt. 5) In this episode, we move on to the second article of the Creed: "And in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord." David and Mario discuss how much is jam-packed into this one short phrase and review the rich meanings of the the name "Jesus," the title "Christ," and the designation "Lord" in Biblical times. They touch upon Jesus as "the only Son" of the Father, but that topic will be treated in more detail in the next episode! Host:...
How to Pray | CANDID
February 05, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MBHow to Pray Alanis, Jack, and Jimmy discuss a number of different Catholic prayer practices: the five official types of prayer, personal and group horariums (i.e. daily prayer schedules), contemplation through spiritual reading, a useful online Bible translation, and more! - Sponsors - The Leo House: A Catholic Guesthouse for Travelers has a faith-filled heritage dating back over a century ago to when it was run by sisters in the 1800’s. Since then it has grown and flourished int...
From Capitol Hill to St. Peter's: Newt Gingrich's Catholic Conversion | R4H
January 29, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBFrom Capitol Hill to St. Peter's: Newt Gingrich's Catholic Conversion In this episode, we welcome former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich. We discuss his conversion to Catholicism, his admiration for Popes John Paul II and Benedict XVI, and his wonderful documentary on John Paul II’s visit to Poland that sparked the fall of the Soviet Union. We also learn what prompted Speaker Gingrich to believe he was “called” to a life of public service, his time as Speaker of the House from 1...
God is our Father (not our mother) | The Creed (Pt. 4) | DM
January 22, 2024 05:00 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MBGod is our Father (not our mother) | The Creed (Pt. 4) In this third episode in our series on The Creed, Mario and Dave continue their discussion of the First Article, moving from the conversation about the nature of God and God as Creator to the truth revealed by Jesus that God is our Father. They discuss why God is Father (and not mother), but also what we do and do not mean by this. They also show why those who say that God being called Father is the result of prejudices of pre...
Vocation: Finding Hope Amidst the Decline | Fr. Stephen Delia | CANDID
January 15, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBVocation: Finding Hope Amidst the Decline Executive director Mario Costabile and producer Ryan Devir meet with the recently ordained Fr. Stephen Delia to discuss the Array of Hope documentary film VOCATION. Host: Mario Costabile Cohost: Ryan Devir - Sponsors - The Deo Gratias Company is a Catholic family company that publishes books and creates products meant to convert hearts and deepen our Catholic faith. Visit our affiliate link here St. Joseph Partners was founded 12 year...
How to Devil-Proof Your Life | Monsignor Stephen Rossetti | R4H
January 08, 2024 05:00 - 47 minutes - 65.4 MBHow to Devil-Proof Your Life In this episode, we welcome American exorcist Monsignor Stephen Rossetti. He is a successful author, professor of psychology and spirituality at the Catholic University of America, and director of the St. Michael Center for Spiritual Renewal in Washington, DC. Msgr. Rossetti’s incredibly popular TikTok channel shares stories of his experiences as an exorcist. In this interview, we discuss how he came to be an exorcist, the important insights he has glea...
God the Creator | The Creed (Pt. 3) | DM
January 01, 2024 05:00 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MBGod the Creator | The Creed (Pt. 3) In this third episode in our series on The Creed, Mario and Dave discuss why the question about what God is (an inquiry into God's nature) is more basic than the question about who God is. They offer insights as to what we mean by the word "God" and what it says about us as creatures, as well as unpack the phrase "Creator of heaven and earth." Host: Mario Costabile Cohost: Dr. David Hajduk - Sponsors - Real Estate for Life is a multinational c...
Proclaiming the Faith in Challenging Times | Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone | R4H
December 18, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBProclaiming the Faith in Challenging Times In this episode, we welcome Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone, the Archbishop of San Francisco since 2012 and the Metropolitan Archbishop of the San Francisco province. A member of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth and Committee for Canonical Affairs and Church Governance, Archbishop Cordileone is well aware of the various challenges facing the Church today. Known as a stalwa...
What is Faith? | The Creed (Pt. 2) | DM
December 11, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this second episode in our series on The Creed, Mario and Dave discuss what Faith is, common misunderstandings about Faith, and the difference between natural theology and dogmatic theology. Host: Mario Costabile Cohost: Dr. David Hajduk - Sponsors - Ave Maria Mutual Funds is the largest family of Catholic mutual funds in the U.S. Launched in 2001, their six no-load funds adhere to strong pro-life and pro-family values. - Resources - Take our podcast survey to help us make A...
Dumped for Seminary! | CANDID
December 04, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBAlanis, Jack, and Jimmy discuss a popular webpage on Array of Hope’s blog titled “My Boyfriend Wants to Be A Priest”. - Sponsors - Real Estate for Life is a multinational corporation with 1,400 experienced, faith-based agents world-wide to connect you with a Catholic service provider who shares your values. St. Joseph Partners was founded 12 years ago to help American families protect their wealth and diversify their investments in what history shows has been the most resilient a...
How Feminism Has Destroyed Women | Dr. Carrie Gress | R4H
November 27, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode, we welcome back Dr. Carrie Gress - wife, mother, philosophy scholar, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, author of ten books, and co-editor at the online women’s magazine Theology of Home. We discuss the philosophical roots of the feminist movement, the "three pillars" of feminism (destroying patriarchy, the occult, and free love), and how to heal women and our world from the wounds inflicted by the feminist movement. We also consider if being a Catholic ...
What is a Creed? | The Creed (Pt. 1) | DM
November 20, 2023 05:00 - 12 minutes - 29 MBIn this first episode in our series on The Creed, Mario and Dave discuss the reason for this new approach, what a Creed is (and isn’t), and the difference between the Apostles’ Creed and the Nicene-Constantinopolitan Creed. Host: Mario Costabile Cohost: Dr. David Hajduk - Sponsors - Ave Maria Mutual Funds is the largest family of Catholic mutual funds in the U.S. Launched in 2001, their six no-load funds adhere to strong pro-life and pro-family values. St. Joseph Partners was fo...
Relativism vs. The Catholic Church | Pete Burak | CANDID
November 13, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBJoin Alanis, Jack, and Ryan in an insightful podcast interview with Pete Burak, the Vice President of Renewal Ministries on the topic Relativism vs. The Catholic Church. They delve into the mission of Renewal Ministries, focusing on fostering missionary disciples through "id" (Intentional Disciples). Together they discuss the Church's role in today's world, the challenges of the New Evangelization, and the impact of modern hedonism and relativism. Exploring the evolution from early ...
A World without Reason | Dr. Peter Kreeft | R4H
November 06, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MBIn this episode, we welcome back Dr. Peter Kreeft, Professor of Philosophy at Boston College and renowned author and lecturer. We discuss the importance of philosophy and logic, and why philosophical errors are at the root of much of the crisis in our culture and in the Church. We also consider how we seem to live in a world “without reason,” in which rationality seems to be in short supply and common sense not so common. Host: Mario Costabile - Sponsors - Ave Maria Mutual Funds ...
The Burial Cloth of Jesus? with Myra Adams
June 26, 2023 04:00 - 59 minutes - 81.7 MBIn this episode, we hear from Myra Adams, the Executive Director of SignFromGod.org, who discusses her work educating people about the Shroud of Turin and leading an international team of experts in the creation of a permanent national Shroud of Turin exhibit in Washington, D.C. We discuss what the Shroud of Turin is, what we learn from it, why it matters, and how it is a powerful means of evangelization. We also discuss the Passion of the Lord in light of the image on the Shroud. ...
Culture in Crisis with Dr. Ralph Martin
June 19, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 84.3 MBThe CANDID crew sits down for a discussion with the renowned Dr. Ralph Martin, author of The Fulfillment of All Desire and founder of Renewal Ministries. The group talks about Scripture, humanity’s need for salvation, the modern interplay between the Church and the world, a smaller Church of the future, and where Christian hope can always be found. — This podcast is sponsored by Obria Medical Clinics and St. Joseph Partners. *Obria Medical Clinics : America’s Leading Life-Affirmin...
Culture in Crisis with Dr. Ralph Martin | CANDID
June 19, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 84.3 MBThe CANDID crew sits down for a discussion with the renowned Dr. Ralph Martin, author of The Fulfillment of All Desire and founder of Renewal Ministries. The group talks about Scripture, humanity’s need for salvation, the modern interplay between the Church and the world, a smaller Church of the future, and where Christian hope can always be found. — Hosts: Alanis Vega, Jack Garno, Jimmy Meier, and Ryan Devir - Sponsors - *Obria Medical Clinics : America’s Leading Life-Affirming...
The Mission of a Catholic School with Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR
June 12, 2023 04:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBIn this episode, we welcome Fr. Dave Pivonka, T.O.R., the President of the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio. We discuss Fr. Dave's journey of faith, how the fire of the Holy Spirit touched his life early on, how he discerned a call to the Franciscans with the Third Order Regulars, and his role as the President of what many consider one of the most dynamically and unapologetically Catholic colleges in the world. We also dig deep into what it means to be an authentically ...
Shields for Spiritual Warfare with Steve Kerekes | CANDID
June 05, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBSteve Kerekes of Scapulars.com joins the CANDID team for a discussion about the brown scapular, a gift from the Blessed Virgin Mary to the Carmelite order. Steve talks about the history and of the scapular, why and how any lay person can be “vested” with a scapular, and his business producing “the most durable and comfortable scapular in the world!” This episode is sponsored by Scapulars.com Visit the website link above for "divine protection in life and in death with the most du...
Shields for Spiritual Warfare with Steve Kerekes
June 05, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBSteve Kerekes of Scapulars.com joins the CANDID team for a discussion about the brown scapular, a gift from the Blessed Virgin Mary to the Carmelite order. Steve talks about the history and of the scapular, why and how any lay person can be “vested” with a scapular, and his business producing “the most durable and comfortable scapular in the world!” This episode is sponsored by Scapulars.com Visit the website link above for "divine protection in life and in death with the most du...
The Wanderer: Healing from Addiction - with Dion DiMucci
May 29, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBIn this episode we welcome Dion DiMucci from Dion and the Belmonts, who shares his powerful story of faith, hope, and the power of God's love. We discuss his career, his struggles with addiction, his recovery through the 12 Steps, his conversion to Christ, and his coming home to the Catholic Church. We also unpack how the 12 steps teach key spiritual lessons for all believers, not only those struggling with addiction. — This podcast is sponsored by Real Estate for Life and St. Jose...
Back to our Catholic Roots with Keith Downey | CANDID
May 22, 2023 04:00 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBAlanis, Jack, and Jimmy interview social media influencer Keith Downey, a.k.a. @grassrootcatholic. They discuss Keith's unique form of evangelization through social media, the importance of reverence, how to foster creativity when making content, the National Eucharistic Revival, and much more! -- This podcast is sponsored by Ave Maria Mutual Funds. Ave Maria Mutual Funds is the largest family of Catholic mutual funds in the U.S. Launched in 2001, their six no-load funds adhere to...
Back to our Catholic Roots with Keith Downey
May 22, 2023 04:00 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBAlanis, Jack, and Jimmy interview social media influencer Keith Downey, a.k.a. @grassrootcatholic. They discuss Keith's unique form of evangelization through social media, the importance of reverence, how to foster creativity when making content, the National Eucharistic Revival, and much more! -- This podcast is sponsored by Ave Maria Mutual Funds. Ave Maria Mutual Funds is the largest family of Catholic mutual funds in the U.S. Launched in 2001, their six no-load funds adhere to...
An Exorcist Tells of the Power of Relics with guest Father Carlos Martins
May 15, 2023 04:00 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MBIn this episode we hear from Fr. Carlos Martins, world-renown exorcist and director of Treasures of the Church, a ministry of evangelization offering people an experience of the living God through an encounter with the relics of his saints in the form of an exposition. We discuss his ministry as an exorcist, including why people experience demonic influence and why such occurrences are on the rise today. We also discuss the place of relics in the Church and the theology of relics, ...
CANDID - What's Your Temperament?
May 08, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MBWhat's Your Temperament?: Alanis, Jack, and Jimmy sit down for a candid conversation about temperaments. They discuss the four types of temperaments, try and guess each others, and consider how analyzing the four temperaments (and knowing your own) can assist us in our faith journey. They also examine what Jesus' temperament could have been! -- This podcast is sponsored by Real Estate for Life and St. Joseph Partners. *Real Estate for Life is a multinational corporation with 1,400...
Biblical Wisdom for Family Life w/ Kimberly Hahn
May 01, 2023 04:00 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBBiblical Wisdom for Marriage & Family LIfe w/ Kimberly Hahn: In this episode, well-known Catholic speaker and author, Kimberly Hahn, shares the story of her conversion to Catholicism from Protestantism, which occurred after that of her husband Scott. We get a candid look at what was stirring in her heart during that challenging time in between his and her conversions, and how the Holy Spirit eventually led her to the fullness of the Truth as well. We also hear about her apostolate t...
CANDID - Fortnite and Faith w/ Bearded Blevins
April 24, 2023 04:00 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBCANDID - Twitch Evangelization w/ Bearded Blevins: Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan interview Catholic Twitch streamer Jonathan Blevins, a.k.a. Bearded Blevins, CEO of Little Flower Media. The crew talks about how Jonathan made streaming his full time gig; video games; the National Eucharistic Revival; effective community building; and using Twitch to “pre-evangelize”. -- About Jonathan Blevins Jonathan, the founder of the BeardedBlevins Stream Team, has been actively streaming for t...
Know Your (Catholic) History w/ Karl Keating
April 17, 2023 04:00 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBKnow Your (Catholic) History with Karl Keating: In this episode we hear from Karl Keating, internationally known Catholic apologist and author, and founder of Catholic Answers. We discuss the importance of knowing Catholic history to make a case for the truth of Catholicism, to debunk historically inaccurate accounts of events typically used to discredit the Church, and to contextualize the current crisis in the Church and the world. We also learn a bit about other plans Karl has fo...
CANDID - Dating Tips w/ Kiki Rocha
April 10, 2023 04:00 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MBDating Tips with Kiki!: Join the CANDID crew as they sit down and chat with Catholic speaker and coach Kiki Rocha. They examine topics such as dating as a Catholic; red flags; chastity; intentional dating; what real relationships look like; what you should be looking for in a potential partner; and if you should be dating only Catholics! -- About Kiki Rocha Krizia or "Kiki" is Los Angeles born and raised and loves life. Her work includes as missionary at Los Angeles Pregnancy Serv...
My Friendship with Mother Teresa w/ Msgr. Michael Mannion
April 03, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 76.8 MBMy Friendship with Mother Teresa with Msgr. Mike Mannion In this episode, we welcome Msgr. Mike Mannion, a priest of the Diocese of Camden, New Jersey and long time friend of St. (Mother) Teresa of Calcutta. Msgr. Mannion shares powerful stories of his many interactions with Mother Teresa, as well as the most important lessons he learned from her during their friendship of almost three decades. We also discuss how we can understand the “spiritual darkness” that so many great saints...
CANDID - Light of the Saints w/ Anna Camacho of CORDA Candles
March 27, 2023 04:00 - 56 minutes - 77.7 MBLight of the Saints: Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan sit down virtually with Anna Camacho, founder of CORDA Candles. Anna and the CANDID crew discuss Anna’s inspiration for making candles dedicated to the lives of the saints; how a candle can help us pray and learn more about the lives of the saints; and the philosophy behind running a Catholic business for profit. Make sure to head on over to www.cordacandles.com to purchase your very own candles! Some of Anna’s favorites include Bat...
Defending the Faith w/ Patrick Madrid
March 20, 2023 04:00 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MBDefending the Faith with Patrick Madrid: In this episode we learn the art of defending the Faith from well-known Catholic apologist Patrick Madrid, author or editor of 26 books which have sold over a million copies worldwide, adjunct professor of apologetics at Holy Apostles College and Seminary and Saint Patrick’s Seminary and University in Menlo Park, California, and host of the Patrick Madrid Show on Relevant Radio. We hear about Patrick’s journey of faith, how he came to the wor...
CANDID - Big Tech Ethics w/ Kailash Duraiswami and Michael DiStefano
March 13, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 85 MBBig Tech Ethics: This episode features Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan’s interview with Catholic entrepreneurs Kailash Duraiswami and Michael DiStefano, founders of Fidei.email. The group discusses the function of Fidei.email—likened to a Google Apps workspace—which is built for parish and diocesan communities; designed by Catholics, for Catholics. Kailash and Michael reflect on their early entrepreneurial ventures in Silicon Valley, the ethics (or lack thereof) of Big Tech companies, and the...
Law and Order w/ Father Gerald Murray
March 06, 2023 05:00 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBLaw and Order with Fr. Gerald Murray: In this episode, we hear from Fr. Gerald Murray, popular commentator on religious topics on various television and radio outlets, including EWTN (he is part of the “Papal Posse” with Robert Royal on Raymond Arroyo’s news program The World Over), Fox News, MSNBC, Fox News Radio, and Radio Maria. He is a regular contributor to The Catholic Thing and Human Life Review, and the author of Calming the Storm: Navigating the Crises Facing the Catholic C...
CANDID - Lust: Turning a Generation into Zombies w/ Steve Pokorny
February 27, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBLust: Turning a Generation into Zombies w/ Steve Pokorny: Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan engage in a challenging and essential conversation with Steve Pokorny, founder of Freedom Coaching, a one-to-one mentoring system dedicated to helping and healing those with an attraction and compulsion to pornography. The group talks about the individual and societal repercussions of pornography; the history of how body objectification came about; pornography’s role in fostering same-sex attract...
Understanding the Scriptures w/ Jeff Cavins
February 20, 2023 05:00 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBUnderstanding the Scriptures: In this episode, we hear from Jeff Cavins, popular Bible teacher, evangelist, EWTN host (Jeff was the original host of Life on the Rock), creator of the Great Adventure Bible Timeline, and co-producer of The Bible in a Year and The Catechism in the Year podcasts with Fr. Mike Schmitz and Ascension Press. We discuss Jeff’s faith journey, how his passion for the Bible eventually led him back to the Catholic Church, the incredible success of The Bible in a...
CANDID - 'Perfectly Loved' with Singer/Songwriter Rachael Lampa
February 13, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBPerfectly Loved: Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan sit down with acclaimed singer/songwriter Rachael Lampa and discuss her latest single release, Perfectly Loved. Rachael also shines light on her music industry burnout and comeback, taking time to hear God's voice, her prison ministry experiences, and how artists and creatives can maximize their potential for work they can be proud of. -- About Rachael Lampa Singer and songwriter, Rachael Lampa, has seen music industry success since h...
A Eucharistic Revival w/ Bishop Andrew Cozzens
February 06, 2023 05:00 - 59 minutes - 82 MBA Eucharistic Revival: In this episode, we hear from Bishop Andrew Cozzens, is the Bishop of Crookston, Minnesota, Chairman of the U.S. Bishops Committee of Evangelization and Catechesis, and Director of the National Eucharistic Revival being promoted by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. A former National Evangelization Team missionary, Bishop Cozzens also serves as Chairman of the Board for NET Ministries. We discuss Bishop Cozzens’ vocation story, why the Eucharist...
CANDID - Is Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder?
January 30, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBCANDID - Is Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder?: Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan enter a deep discussion on the transcendentals; in particular, the quality of beauty. They consider the differences between worldly beauty and Godly Beauty, and try to answer a difficult question—is beauty in the eye of the beholder? -- Visit our website: https://arrayofhope.org/ Sign up for FREE on the Array of Hope Channel app: https://watch.arrayofhope.net/ Available on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, and And...
God Bless This Mess! w/ Michael & Alicia Hernon
January 23, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBGod Bless This Mess!: In this episode, we hear from Michael and Alicia Hernon, Catholic parents of ten children and founders of the Messy Family Project, an apostolate that seeks to accompany couples to embrace and joyfully live out their vocation to parenthood in the messy realities of life. We discuss Mike and Alicia’s stories and story, how the foundation of a thriving family is putting God and your spouse first, and how God works with and through our “mess” to bring about someth...