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Purposefully Catholic

Purposefully Catholic

By St. Pius X, Coeur d’Alene, ID

Purposefully Catholic is a collaborative initiative between Pope St. Pius X and St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Churches in Coeur d'Alene, ID. Each episode we discuss and reflect upon some aspect of Catholic teaching to draw us closer to the life and love Jesus offers us through His Catholic Church.
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January: Lesson 6, "The Great Commandments & The First Three Commandments"

Purposefully CatholicJan 06, 2023

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April: Lesson 13, "Catholic Social Teaching"

April: Lesson 13, "Catholic Social Teaching"

Fr. Len concludes the 2022-2023 series with the topic, "Catholic Social Teaching" and how to teach this important aspect of the Faith to your younger children.

Apr 11, 202316:60
March: Lesson 12, "The Fifth Through Eighth Beatitudes"

March: Lesson 12, "The Fifth Through Eighth Beatitudes"

Fr. Len continues the series with the topic, "The First Through the Forth Beatitudes" and how to bring these teachings to your younger children.

Mar 13, 202323:53
March: Lesson 11, "The First Through the Forth Beatitudes"

March: Lesson 11, "The First Through the Forth Beatitudes"

Fr. Len continues the series with the topic, "The First Through the Forth Beatitudes" and how to bring these teachings to your younger children.

Mar 03, 202331:51
March: Lesson 10, "The New Commandment & the Works of Mercy"

March: Lesson 10, "The New Commandment & the Works of Mercy"

Fr. Len is joined continues the series with the topic, "The New Commandments & the Works of Mercy" and how to bring these teachings to your younger children.

Feb 27, 202322:06
February: Lesson 9, "The 7th through 10th Commandments"

February: Lesson 9, "The 7th through 10th Commandments"

Fr. Len is joined by special guests as they discuss the topics of the 7th through 10th Commandments and and how to bring these teachings to your younger children.

Feb 18, 202339:03
February: Lesson 8, "The Fifth and Sixth Commandments"

February: Lesson 8, "The Fifth and Sixth Commandments"

Fr. Len continues the Purposefully Catholic Religious Education series by tackling the difficult topics of the 5th and 6th Commandments.

Feb 18, 202318:04
January: Lesson 7, "The Fourth Commandment and the Domestic Church"

January: Lesson 7, "The Fourth Commandment and the Domestic Church"

Fr. Len is joined by special guest Teresa Sanchez, as they discuss the topic of The Fourth Commandment and its relationship with the domestic Church (the family).

Jan 23, 202320:21
January: Lesson 6, "The Great Commandments & The First Three Commandments"

January: Lesson 6, "The Great Commandments & The First Three Commandments"

Fr. Len is joined by special guests Nancy Kasner & Peyton Davis, as they discuss the topic of The Great Commandments, particularly the first three, and how they relate to our relationship with God.

Jan 06, 202335:09
December: Lesson 5, "The Cardinal and Theological Virtues"

December: Lesson 5, "The Cardinal and Theological Virtues"

Fr. Len is joined by special guest Tim Simunds, as they discuss the supernatural, theological virtues of faith, hope and love, and the human, cardinal virtues of prudence, temperance, fortitude and justice.  Since grace builds on nature, a strong foundation of well-formed human virtues (habits) will allow each of us, including our children, to more fully receive and respond to the supernatural gifts of faith, hope and love. 

Dec 13, 202254:16
November: Lesson 4, "We Must Avoid Sin and Grow in Holiness"

November: Lesson 4, "We Must Avoid Sin and Grow in Holiness"

Fr. Len is joined by a special guest as they discuss the topic of sin, and how to avoid it, so we can live in proper relationship with God and neighbor.

Nov 18, 202234:51
November: Lesson 3, "Conscience: God's Law In Our Hearts"

November: Lesson 3, "Conscience: God's Law In Our Hearts"

Sue Styren joins Fr. Len to discuss the importance of forming the conscience of our children, so they can live fulfilling lives ordered to the love of God and neighbor. 

Nov 11, 202240:49
October: Lesson 2, "Our Choice Between Life and Death"

October: Lesson 2, "Our Choice Between Life and Death"

Stephanie Shafer joins Fr. Len to discuss the two most fundamental consequences behind every decision we make. In this episode, Fr. Len explains how our choices throughout life either lead us closer to God or further away from Him.

Oct 28, 202242:22
October: Lesson 1, "Heaven: Our Final Destination"

October: Lesson 1, "Heaven: Our Final Destination"

Fr. Len is joined by special guest, Mary Stewart as they discuss our life-long journey towards heaven. In this episode, Fr. Len emphasizes the importance of practicing for life in heaven by living faithfully in the Kingdom of God here and now.

Oct 21, 202235:37
September: Role of Parents in Education

September: Role of Parents in Education

Fr. Len begins the new year by stressing the responsibility parents have in being true witnesses of the faith to their kids and the life-long impact it has on them. He also discusses the role of a faithful community in helping children maintain the practice of their faith into adulthood.

Oct 07, 202214:59
April: Lesson 13: Holy Matrimony

April: Lesson 13: Holy Matrimony

Fr. Len and Fr. John discuss the importance of the sacrament of matrimony, and how God uses it to transform us into the saints He has created us to be.

Apr 18, 202241:45
April: Lesson 12: Holy Orders

April: Lesson 12: Holy Orders

Fr. Len and Fr. John look to scripture and the Old Testament for the biblical roots of the Priesthood. They discuss the important role priests play in the Church today as God works through them to offer His salvation to the world.

Apr 03, 202241:42
March: Lesson 11: The Triduum

March: Lesson 11: The Triduum

Fr. Len and Fr. John take us through the holiest days of the year and describe how this great liturgical celebration can be looked at as a wedding ceremony between God and His people.

Mar 20, 202228:10
Special Episode: Preparing for Lent

Special Episode: Preparing for Lent

In this special episode of Purposefully Catholic Fr. Len and Fr. John discuss the liturgical season of Lent and how we have a great opportunity ahead of us to grow in conversion to Christ.

Feb 27, 202236:59
February: Lessons 8, 9, 10 (Part 2): Anointing of the Sick

February: Lessons 8, 9, 10 (Part 2): Anointing of the Sick

Fr. Len and Fr. John explain how the Church gives meaning to suffering in the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.

Feb 20, 202228:58
February: Lessons 8, 9, 10 (Part 1): Penance and Reconciliation

February: Lessons 8, 9, 10 (Part 1): Penance and Reconciliation

Fr. Len and Fr. John look to scripture for the biblical roots of Reconciliation. They discuss how Jesus commissioned the apostles and their successors to pass on His healing and forgiveness through this great sacrament of the Church.

Feb 06, 202250:23
January: Lesson 7: Holy Mass and The Effects of The Eucharist

January: Lesson 7: Holy Mass and The Effects of The Eucharist

Fr. Len and Fr. John discuss transformative power of the Eucharist and how Jesus' real presense enables us to love God and each other.

Jan 16, 202226:07
January: Lesson 6: The Eucharist: Jesus, The Passover Lamb

January: Lesson 6: The Eucharist: Jesus, The Passover Lamb

Fr. Len and Fr. John reveal the Old Testiment prefigurements of the Eucharist and discuss how Jesus fullfils God's plan of salvation through this most sacred meal.

Jan 02, 202245:56
Special Episode: Q&A with Fr. Len and Fr. John

Special Episode: Q&A with Fr. Len and Fr. John

Fr. Len and Fr. John answer the first round of questions received from viewers.  Click the link below to submit your questions for Fr. Len and Fr. John! https://forms.gle/WEcCq8ch76FT27i49

Dec 30, 202120:33
December: Lesson 5: Confirmation

December: Lesson 5: Confirmation

Fr. Len and Fr. John discuss the importance of Confirmation and what distinguishes it from Baptism.

Dec 05, 202141:40
November: Lesson 4: Baptism

November: Lesson 4: Baptism

Fr. Len and Fr. John explore the biblical roots of baptism and how God has used water to bring life throughout salvation history.

Nov 21, 202136:37
November: Lesson 3: The Sacraments of Initiation

November: Lesson 3: The Sacraments of Initiation

Fr. Len and Fr. John explain why baptism isn't enough to become Catholic, but that we need all three Sacraments of Initiation to be full members of the Catholic Church.

Use the link below to submit your questions to Fr. Len and Fr. John for them to answer on an upcoming episode:

https://forms.gle/hUKRVo2BdY9FBbsM6

Register for our family/children's religious education program by clicking the link below and you will receive a copy of "A Family of Faith, Volume 2." Us the book to follow along with each episode's topic and keep the discussion going at home!

St. Pius X: https://stpiuscda.org/childrens-re

St. Thomas: https://stthomascda.org/familyfaithformation

Nov 07, 202126:38
October: Lesson 2: What Is A Sacrament?

October: Lesson 2: What Is A Sacrament?

Fr. Len and Fr. John discuss the history of the Sacraments and how God has revealed them throughout salvation history.

Use the link below to submit your questions to Fr. Len and Fr. John for them to answer on an upcoming episode:

https://forms.gle/hUKRVo2BdY9FBbsM6 

Register for our family/children's religious education program by clicking the link below and you will receive a copy of "A Family of Faith, Volume 2." Us the book to follow along with each episode's topic and keep the discussion going at home! 

St. Pius X: https://stpiuscda.org/childrens-re

St. Thomas: https://stthomascda.org/familyfaithformation

Oct 17, 202131:05
October: Lesson 1: God Is the Source of All Life

October: Lesson 1: God Is the Source of All Life

As we begin our journey through the Sacraments, Fr. Len starts us off with some great discussion points about God as the source of all life and proofs of His existence.   

Use the link below to submit your questions to Fr. Len and Fr. John for them to answer on an upcoming episode:

https://forms.gle/hUKRVo2BdY9FBbsM6

Register for our family/children's religious education program by clicking the link below and you will receive a copy of "A Family of Faith, Volume 2." Us the book to follow along with each episode's topic and keep the discussion going at home!

St. Pius X: https://stpiuscda.org/childrens-re

St. Thomas: https://stthomascda.org/familyfaithformation

Oct 03, 202122:59
September: Role of Parents in Education

September: Role of Parents in Education

Fr. Len and Fr. John discuss the role of parents in education and basic Catholic prayers to pray with your children.

Use the link below to submit your questions to Fr. Len and Fr. John for them to answer on an upcoming episode:

https://forms.gle/hUKRVo2BdY9FBbsM6

Register for our family/children's religious education program by clicking the link below and you will receive a copy of "A Family of Faith, Volume 2." Us the book to follow along with each episode's topic and keep the discussion going at home!

St. Pius X: https://stpiuscda.org/childrens-re

St. Thomas: https://stthomascda.org/familyfaithformation

Sep 17, 202129:11
7/27/21 - PC: What does the Church in America need right now?

7/27/21 - PC: What does the Church in America need right now?

Fr. Len and Fr. John draw from their experience as priests to answer the question: What does the Church in America need right now?

Jul 28, 202131:02
07/13/21 Vocation stories with Fr. Len, Fr. Hippo and Fr. John

07/13/21 Vocation stories with Fr. Len, Fr. Hippo and Fr. John

Fr. Len and Fr. Hippo debut on PC@HOME and share their vocation stories.

Jul 14, 202138:43
06/22/21 How to be Purposefully Catholic (Fr. Flores’ last episode)

06/22/21 How to be Purposefully Catholic (Fr. Flores’ last episode)

For Fr. Flores' final episode, he and Fr. John talk about "How to be Purposefully Catholic."

Jul 01, 202138:16
06/08/21 Vocations & The Priesthood

06/08/21 Vocations & The Priesthood

Fr. John and Fr. Flores discuss Vocations & The Priesthood.

Jul 01, 202139:41
05/18/21 Joy vs. Enjoyment

05/18/21 Joy vs. Enjoyment

Fr. John and Fr. Flores explore the differences between enjoyments and Christian joy.

Jul 01, 202139:45
05/04/21 Choose the Faith!

05/04/21 Choose the Faith!

Fr. John and Fr. Flores discuss the topic: Choose the Faith!

Jul 01, 202139:01
04/27/21 Life is Good!

04/27/21 Life is Good!

Fr. John and Fr. Flores discuss the topic: Life is Good!

Jul 01, 202139:21
04/20/21 The Communion of Saints

04/20/21 The Communion of Saints

Fr. John and Fr. Flores discuss the Communion of Saints.

Jul 01, 202138:11
04/13/21 The Marks of the Church

04/13/21 The Marks of the Church

Fr. John and Fr. Flores discuss the Four Marks of the Church.

Jul 01, 202139:38
03/30/21 The Holy Spirit, Part 3

03/30/21 The Holy Spirit, Part 3

Fr. John and Fr. Flores conclude their discussion of the Holy Spirit.

Jul 01, 202138:59
03/09/21 Holy Spirit, Part 2

03/09/21 Holy Spirit, Part 2

Fr. John and the team continue the discussion of the Holy Spirit.

Jul 01, 202138:52
03/02/21 The Holy Spirit, Part 1

03/02/21 The Holy Spirit, Part 1

This episode is Part 1 of 3 parts on the Third Person of the Blessed Trinity: the Holy Spirit. In this first part, we will learn how the Spirit's working in and through the Church is God's provision for continued leadership and guidance, just for starters!

Jul 01, 202139:01
02/23/21 The Last Days and Final Judgement

02/23/21 The Last Days and Final Judgement

Join Father Flores and Father John as this week's topic is explored, "The Last Days & Final Judgment."

Jul 01, 202139:06