They That Hope: A Catholic Podcast

The Peace of Advent

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob discuss taking kids to sporting events, the tragedy in Michigan, preparing for Christmas, and what “peace” really means.

Custody Battle

Fr. Dave and Deacon Bob talk about Bob’s first week as a deacon, Thanksgiving, Christmas shopping, decorating the Christmas tree (yes, even the friars do it), and the theme for the first week of Advent, which is … HOPE!

Underdog

Fr. Dave and DEACON BOB (hurray!) talk about Bob’s ordination, the Rittenhouse trial, Veggie Tales music, and the meaning of Thanksgiving.

Relative Envy

Fr. Dave and Bob talk about Top Gun, the U.S. Bishops’ Conference (where Bob is recording from), and the feast of Christ the King.

Spiritual Warfare

Bob and Fr. Dave have a great conversation about spiritual attack and St. (Mother) Frances Cabrini.  Bob shares why this is one of his favorite “sports” times of the year (hint: Cavs are winning!).

Misadventures in Switzerland

Fr. Dave shares where he was last week and why he hasn’t been watching the World Series. He and Bob talked about Halloween, the challenge of educating your kids, St. Charles Borromeo, and St. John Lateran.

Bob, Solo

Bob talks about his weekend in Tampa, accepting God’s will in tough circumstances, and the virtue of hope.  Fr. Dave just keeps saying, “Baseball.”

Filet-O-Fish

Fr. Dave and Bob talk about baseball, broken guitars, St. John Paul II, and fasting with joy.

At the Movies

Fr. Dave and Bob talk about sports and movies, finding peace amidst the busyness, and what they love about St. John XXIII and Vatican II.

Sleep Deprivation

This time, it is Bob’s turn to be exhausted. He visited his son at (REDACTED) college over the weekend, while Fr. Dave celebrated Homecoming Weekend at Franciscan. After discussing the usual (sports, shots), they share what they love about the Rosary.