S11 Episode 39 – Gooey center

In this episode, the dogs discuss what it means to live an authentic Christian life. Rob shares a recent decision to develop deeper relationships on campus (4:22), Connor suggests a charism to describe the inherent tension within the diocesan priesthood (6:25), and Mike brings the conversation back to the marvelous exchange at the heart of the universe (21:05).



Quotes:



“I’ve felt a pull to strive for a Christian life, which tangibly looks like sharing more meals and doing smaller things that actually produce real friendships.” (Rob, 4:12)



“The charism of the diocesan priesthood is being a man at prayer who is in the world.” (Connor, 6:20)



“We’re saved in community.” (Mike, 13:50)



“Desiring to share life, because life is a blessing.” (Rob, 15:35)



“Faith: the place where you are most firmly grounded.” (Mike on Ratzinger, 24:15)



“I don’t have to make meaning, I just have to continue to stand with God and the proper meaning will unfold.” (Mike, 25:30)



Media Mentions:



Rocky (1976)Joseph Ratzinger's Introduction to ChristianityJohn 15Willa Cather's Death Comes for the Archbishop



References:



Fellowship of Catholic University StudentsInstitute for Priestly FormationIgnatian SpiritualityBenjamin FranklinErnest ShackletonTheology of the EucharistThe Marvelous ExchangeDrumstick®



Shout- Outs:



Fr. Thomas BaimaFr. Emmanuel Torres-FuentesFr. Rey PinedaDr. Denis McNamaraFr. Emery de Gaal



Bromides:



"Pound ground to gain ground.""Steady gains.""Live your best life."“I could be better than I am if I just worked harder.”"Need a little we time."



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