The Catholic Gentleman

Everywhere we see men who lack virtue, true masculinity, and grit. One Commander in the U.S. Navy, Brandon Hale, is doing something about this through the art of storytelling. His epic adventures showcase virtue as something that is necessary, obtainable, and desirable to boys. We get to discuss what got him into writing as well as his life as a father, JAG Lawyer, and author.Prince Martin Epic Series - https://princemartin.com🔴 Help Us Launch The Catholic Gentleman Membership ProgramJoin the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us and getting incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Catholic men have a moral obligation to be involved in the political and civil life of their cities. However, with so much media noise, character defamation attacks, and confusing rhetoric it can often seem overwhelming. My guest today, Mark Cronenwett, argues that it does not have to be this way. As a devout Catholic father of 7, a lawyer, and a man actively running for city council, he has already brought change to his city and is on the campaign trail to bring more.We discuss: Life as a Catholic Lawyer A Catholic's Moral Obligation to the Political Life How to Handle Character Defamation and Ad Hominem Attacks Mark Cronenwett - www.mark4irving.com🔴 Help us Change Culture by Bettering the Lives of Catholic MenJoin the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us and receive incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you struggling with staying dedicated to your work or overcoming challenges? The path to self-mastery is filled with failures and successes. How do we stay consistent as men and be dedicated to the hard work of life? Today we are joined by an Olympic qualifying athlete, Conner Peloquin, who also had a successful career in a Fortune 100 company. Conner shares how to find God's will in your daily activities, as well as the focus needed to improve in life regardless of the obstacles and issues that come.We discuss: What life is like working for driven Fortune 500 companies The difficulty in leaving behind a career to follow God's will The 4 last things of Death, Judgement, Heaven, or Hell 🔴 Help Us Launch The Catholic Gentleman Membership ProgramJoin the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us and getting incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss a great pathway this Lent for men. Formed by many years guiding men in the desert to better understand themselves and grow in their union with Christ, Fr. Innocent Montgomery, C.F.R. shares his wisdom with us for this Lent and beyond. We share in his joy as a Franciscan Friar, hear great stories, and learn why he felt called to write a book for men that guides us through Lent and the Easter Octave.In this episode we discuss; The depravity of modern man How to experience being an adopted son of God An incredible Franciscan order How a deeper interpersonal relationship with Christ is what we all need And more… Born of Fire - Click HereFr. Innocent Montgomery, CFR grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska as one of a triplet, and his triplet brother is also a CFR priest. He attended Saint Gregory the Great Seminary for his undergrad in philosophy. He entered the Friars in 2007 and spent many joyful years serving the homeless and drug addicts at Saint Anthony’s Shelter in the Bronx. He made his final vows in 2012 and was ordained to the priesthood in 2016. His master’s thesis work in seminary was in Christological anthropology. He now serves as the Postulant Director for the CFRs, accompanying the young brothers in early formation as they learn how to pray, live in fraternity, and love and serve the poor. One of his greatest joys is to bless people in their identity as sons and daughters of the Father.🔴 The Catholic Gentleman Podcast happens because of our generous donors, including monthly donations of any amount. Join the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us: patreon.com/catholicgentlemanYou can also purchase Catholic Gentleman merchandise at store.catholicgentleman.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beauty belongs to Catholicism, yet we see fewer and fewer traces of this in our modern Churches. Men often ignore this transcendental and lack a depth of understanding of the objective nature of beauty. It is time to learn how beauty is tied to truth and goodness and how it can awaken within your soul an improved man. We are joined today by Robert Puschautz, a professional artist of the Stabat Mater Foundation, to learn why this is the case and how we can fix it.Stabat Mater Foundation - https://www.stabatmater.org/artRobert Puschautz IG - https://www.instagram.com/robertpuschautz"We no longer dare to believe in beauty and we make of it a mere appearance in order the more easily to dispose of it. Our situation today shows that beauty demands for itself at least as much courage and decision as do truth and goodness, and she will not allow herself to be separated and banned from her two sisters without taking them along with herself in an act of mysterious vengeance. We can be sure that whoever sneers at her name as if she were the ornament of a bourgeois past -- whether he admits it or not -- can no longer pray and soon will no longer be able to love." - Hans Urs von Balthazar🔴 The Catholic Gentleman Podcast happens because of our generous donors, including monthly donations of any amount. Join the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us: patreon.com/catholicgentlemanYou can also purchase Catholic Gentleman merchandise at store.catholicgentleman.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How often do you feel that you are never improving in prayer? Perhaps you don't have a clear understanding of what prayer is or how to pray. In this episode, we discuss the key purpose of prayer, how to accurately understand why we are required to pray, and how to overcome the 4 most common pitfalls to living out a purposeful and fruitful prayer life.🔴 The Catholic Gentleman Podcast happens because of our generous donors, including monthly donations of any amount. Join the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us: patreon.com/catholicgentlemanYou can also purchase Catholic Gentleman merchandise at store.catholicgentleman.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do we fast? How is it that growth in prayer is dependent on fasting? We answer these questions as well as how to avoid the numerous pitfalls related to physical, mental, and spiritual obstacles that fasting presents to us. Finally, you will learn 6 reasons every man must fast to grow in holiness and to be the man God created you to be. 🔴 The Catholic Gentleman Podcast happens because of many generous donors, including monthly donations of any amount. Join the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us: patreon.com/catholicgentlemanYou can also purchase Catholic Gentleman merchandise at store.catholicgentleman.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a special episode of The Catholic Gentleman recorded in front of a live audience at SEEK 2023 with The Catholic Talk Show. I was invited to discuss discerning your path in life and give advice to Catholics trying to find their way. Everything that we share can be applied throughout our lives. A special thank you to FOCUS and Spoke Street.🔴 The Catholic Gentleman On PatreonJoin the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us and getting incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://patreon.com/catholicgentlemanSpecial Thanks• FOCUS SEEK 23• Spoke Street Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many times have you stated, "This Lent will be different."? Only to find yourself failing, frustrated, and humbled by the second or third week. Today, Devin Schadt joins us as we discuss why this happens, what men always forget about when it comes to Lent, and how we can actually make lasting change this year. He has written an incredible devotional book to guide anyone during Lent and we touch on this as well.Jesus' Way - The 46-Day Lenten Journey Devotional BOOK - https://store.catholicgentleman.com/collections/all/products/jesus-wayFathers of St. Joseph - https://fathersofstjoseph.orgPrevious Episode 16 on Fatherhood - https://catholicgentleman.com/2021/06/worldly-fatherhood-vs-catholic-fatherhoodYoutube Video Series - https://fathersofstjoseph.org/real-fundamentals/🔴 The Catholic Gentleman On PatreonJoin the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us and getting incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://patreon.com/catholicgentlemanDevin Schadt is the executive director of the Fathers of St. Joseph, an apostolate that labors for the restoration, redemption, and revitalization of fatherhood. Devin is the author of over 20 books on masculine devotions, fatherhood, and St. Joseph; and is the creator of the video-devotional system LEAD: The Four Marks of Fatherly Greatness. He lives with his wife and five daughters in the Midwest. He is a good friend and I am excited to have him join us again.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From well-known minimalist to Catholic convert, T.K. Coleman brings a depth of wisdom, clarity of thought, life experience, and transformation to Christ that is worth every second. What is minimalism and how does it align uniquely with our Catholic understanding of living a devout life? Today T.K. shares with us how to live a flourishing life, how to become a superior version of yourself each day, and how keeping your sights set on this goal brings clarity and peace to life.Follow T.K. Coleman - https://www.instagram.com/officialtkcoleman and https://www.instagram.com/theminimalistsFoundation for Economic Education - https://fee.orgThe Minimalists - https://www.theminimalists.com and https://www.youtube.com/@theminimalists🔴 The Catholic Gentleman On PatreonJoin the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us and getting incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://patreon.com/catholicgentlemanT.K. Coleman is the Education Director at FEE (The Foundation for Economic Education) where he creates workshops and curricula designed to teach the value of economic literacy and entrepreneurial thinking to students of all ages. T.K. is also the co-host for the popular podcast on meaning, simplicity, and living with less: “The Minimalist.” He was most recently featured in the Netflix documentary “Less is now.” His passion is helping others minimize the philosophical and physical baggage that hinders them from living a flourishing life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices