Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and Dcn. Bob Rice are friends who see humor and hope in a crazy world. Whether they are talking about sports, movies, politics, the Church, or their own lives, Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob try to find Christ in all things, even in the messiness of today’s culture. “They that hope in the Lord will renew their strength” (Isaiah 40:31). Come be refreshed and renewed!
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob talk about the NBA finals, the LA Dodgers’ controversy, Fr. Dave’s visit to the Martyrs’ Shrine in Canada, and the feast of Corpus Christi.
Wednesday May 31, 2023
Wednesday May 31, 2023
The NBA and NHL playoffs are heating up! Fr. Dave shares about his vacation, Dcn. Bob talks about his son’s wedding, and they both discuss heresies in the Church and what the feast of the Most Holy Trinity means for our lives.
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Dcn. Bob recorded this podcast from the Pittsburgh airport, the Detroit airport, a plane to Houston, and in Houston, Texas! He shares new music from the album he recorded with the Brewer Sisters called, “The Hours.”
Wednesday May 17, 2023
Wednesday May 17, 2023
After the obligatory sports segment (with new theme music!), Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob talk about Franciscan’s graduation weekend, being “dangerously good,” vacation disasters, and wedding fails.
Wednesday May 10, 2023
Wednesday May 10, 2023
Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob went to a baseball game that was delayed two hours because of rain and the home team lost 10-1, reinforcing Bob’s belief that baseball might not be the most exciting sport to watch. They talk about gambling (is it a sin?), favorite books (spiritual and non-spiritual), and Our Lady of Fatima.
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Dcn. Bob had a tough sports week, with both his Cavs and Lightning out of the playoffs. He and Fr. Dave recap NBA, NHL, and MLB news, share some listener emails, talk about the beauty of Catholic apostolates and the blessings and challenges of Father Dave’s 27 years as a priest.
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
Abiding Together attacks! Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob record their podcast in the aftermath of a glitter-bomb/soy candle assault on their studio. They heroically persevere to record this episode, talking about the Cavaliers, artificial intelligence, Dennis Prager’s visit to Franciscan, and ecumenism.
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob do their usual sports update (with a moment of silence for the Pittsburgh Penguins) and talk about ’80s music, weird dreams, women’s ministry, and the “signs and wonders” of Easter.
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob discuss the start of baseball season (and other sports), their experience of the Triduum, and the spirituality of Easter.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob talk about NCAA basketball, the start of baseball season, Bob’s first time doing a eucharistic procession, and what they love about the Easter Triduum.