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Heroic Stories—the series to strengthen Catholic men with raw stories of heroic grit & faith. Hosted by Dan Donaldson with Heroic Men. These are the stories that remind us… heroism isn’t born—it’s made, and it’s centered on Jesus Christ. https://stories.heroicmen.org

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    When a Father Has No Options | Jeff Shiefelbein | E5

    Jeff Schiefelbein believes that real heroism isn’t a viral moment. It’s a dad who jumps into the sewage tank or sits by the NICU bed and refuses to stop praying when he’s out of options. In the end, he says he wants to be a brother to dads in the trenches and build dignified work for his ice cream crew, the kind of man who is always ready — whether that means jumping into the tank or dropping everything to pray. | ABOUT HEROIC MEN | Heroic Men strengthens men to become missionary disciples, to bring more men to Jesus Christ. Get the best Catholic media for men on our brotherhood-building platform - let's leave no man behind. Website: https://heroicmen.org Heroic Map: Find an event near you: https://heroicmen.org/map Join the Heroic Brotherhood: Our only community: https://heroicmen.org/brotherhood Heroic Merch: Show your support for this heroic mission: https://store.heroicmen.org Donate now: Join the Heroic Alliance: https://heroicmen.org/alliance | FOLLOW ON SOCIAL | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicmanhood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicmanhood/ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Jeff Shiefelbein 02:15 Stories of Sacrifice and Protection 09:04 The Journey of Fatherhood and Spiritual Growth 14:53 Rediscovering Faith and Spiritual Intensity 19:42 The Power of Presence in Prayer 21:31 The Transformative Nature of Prayer 24:34 Praying with Intent and Community 25:33 Daily Rituals and Spiritual Practices 28:24 Heroes and Influences in Life 30:35 The Impact of Mentorship 33:35 Building Authentic Relationships 36:10 Being a Hero for Others 37:26 Overcoming Challenges

    40 min

  2. 31 ENE

    From Atheist to Catholic: A Cop's Conversion Story | Dr Curry Myers | Ep 4

    From atheist to Catholic. From undercover agent to spiritual mentor. What does it take for a hardened lawman to drop to his knees and finally say yes to God? In this powerful conversation, Dominic from Heroic Stories sits down with Dr. Curry Myers—America’s Criminologist—who opens up about the dangerous missions, moral scars, and quiet moments that ultimately led him to faith. He shares how a selfless act by his grandfather changed the trajectory of his entire family, how surviving a courthouse bombing forced a moment of surrender, and how a simple lunch with coworkers shattered his pride and unlocked the grace he’d been resisting for years. This is a story about preparation, masculinity, sacrifice, and conversion. It's about the quiet heroism of small decisions—and why forming the mind, body, and spirit matters more than ever for modern men. For anyone doubting their path or stuck in a spiritual dry spell, this story just might be your wake-up call. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Dr Curry Myers 08:31 Facing Danger 18:24 Be Prepared 26:09 Turning Point in Law Enforcement Career 32:18 The Call to Faith and Community 42:21 Role Models and Inspirations 44:51 Maintaining Spiritual Discipline

    47 min

  3. 24 ENE

    What Makes a Man Heroic Today? | Nathan Crankfield | Ep 3

    What makes a man heroic in today's world? In this raw and powerful episode of Heroic Stories, Nathan Crankfield—Army veteran, Catholic convert, and founder of Seeking Excellence—dives deep into that question. Raised amid chaos, formed by faith, and sharpened through military grit, Nathan shares the moments that shaped his definition of modern heroism. From the martyrdom of St. Thomas More to the no-excuses discipline of his Army mentor, Nathan walks us through how ordinary men can live with extraordinary conviction. You'll hear how he found faith as a teenager, overcame self-destruction, and embraced responsibility in every area of life—from fatherhood to leadership. This episode is for anyone who’s ever asked: What does it mean to be a good man when the world doesn’t seem to want them anymore? It’s about the courage to fight for virtue, the strength to carry others, and the humility to seek greatness not for glory—but for God. ABOUT HEROIC MEN: Heroic Men strengthens men to become missionary disciples, to bring more men to Jesus Christ. Get the best Catholic media for men on our brotherhood-building platform - let's leave no man behind. Get the app: https://heroicmen.org Find a ministry near you: https://heroicmen.org/map Join the Heroic Brotherhood: https://heroicmen.org/brotherhood Donate now: https://heroicmen.org/donate FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicmanhood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicmanhood/ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Nathan Crankfield 03:16 Personal thoughts on Heroism 12:52 Encounter at Mount St. Mary's 14:38 Joining the Army 17:10 The Impact of Sergeant Hollingsworth 21:40 Heroes in Faith 25:54 Defining Excellence: The Six Pillars of Life 30:33 Becoming a Hero for the Next Generation

    34 min

  4. 17 ENE

    Why Catholic Men Feel Lost | Matthew Christoff | Ep 2

    Matthew Christoff’s new book says happiness for Catholic men starts with taking the Sunday Gospel seriously. He frames Jesus as the “lion of Judah,” and reads the Gospels as a sustained campaign to overthrow “the kingdom of Satan,” marked by constant threats, confrontation, and Christ’s refusal to back down. Christoff traces his own decade-long devotion project to helping his father through a slow death after 47 years of sobriety, then surviving a medical crisis that forced him to face his own near-death without flinching. He aims to help young men (and, if possible, priests) with tools to make Catholic masculinity a parish priority.Website: https://everycatholicman.com/ABOUT HEROIC MEN:Heroic Men strengthens men to become missionary disciples, to bring more men to Jesus Christ. Get the best Catholic media for men on our brotherhood-building platform - let's leave no man behind.Get the app: https://heroicmen.orgFind a ministry near you: https://heroicmen.org/mapJoin the Heroic Brotherhood: https://heroicmen.org/brotherhoodDonate now: https://heroicmen.org/donateFOLLOW ON SOCIAL:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicmanhoodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicmanhood/TIMESTAMPS00:00 Matthew Christoff01:14 The Ultimate Hero: Jesus Christ05:36 Matthew's Journey08:04 Facing Mortality: A Near-Dying Experience12:27 The Call to Serve: Inspiring Young Men17:33 Creating Resources for Catholic Men20:25 Future Projects

    27 min

  5. 10 ENE

    How a Homeless Man Led Him Back to God | Bill Moyer | Ep 1

    How does a man rise to the top—only to feel completely empty? In this powerful true story, Bill Moyer, a leadership coach and president of the Catholic Men's Leadership Alliance, shares the moment that changed everything: a midnight conversation with a homeless man on the streets of Austin. At the height of his career, after winning a world-class award, Bill was haunted by the hollowness of success and the wounds of a broken past. But when a stranger told him, “You’re never going to be happy until you go home,” Bill began a journey of radical transformation—back to faith, back to family, and back to the man he was called to be. This story is about what real heroism looks like: forgiveness, humility, and saying yes to God. If you’ve ever chased success only to feel lost, this episode will walk you home.Subscribe free to the weekly Heroic Men email: https://stories.heroicmen.orgFor the price of a coffee, you can support our mission to reach 25,000 men in 2025. https://heroicmen.org/give | ABOUT HEROIC MEN |Heroic Men strengthens men to become missionary disciples, to bring more men to Jesus Christ. Get the best Catholic media for men on our brotherhood-building platform - let's leave no man behind.Website: https://heroicmen.orgHeroic Map: Find an event near you: https://heroicmen.org/mapJoin the Heroic Brotherhood: Our only community: https://heroicmen.org/brotherhoodHeroic Merch: Show your support for this heroic mission: https://store.heroicmen.orgDonate now: Join the Heroic Alliance: https://heroicmen.org/alliance| FOLLOW ON SOCIAL |Facebook: / heroicmanhood Instagram: / heroicmanhood 00:00 — What We Mean by Heroism02:25 — A Simple Definition of a Heroic Man07:20 — Success, “Uncle Dad,” and the Empty Win12:00 — The Homeless Man Who Said “Go Home”13:40 — One Phone Call That Changed Two Families14:30 — Coming Home to the Church18:10 — The Challenge: Forgive Your Father21:00 — Saying “I Forgive You”25:40 — Walking a Father Home31:40 — Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail33:05 — Small Commitments That Actually Stick39:35 — The Mission: One Man at a Time44:05 — Spiritual Habits That Hold You Steady48:30 — “Be Like Mike”

    53 min

  6. 28/06/2025

    What Happens When You Say Yes to God | Gil Alderete | Ep 19

    What happens when you say yes to God… even when it means giving up your own dreams? In this powerful episode of Heroic Stories, Gil Alderete opens up about his unexpected journey from UPS driver to president of Catholic Men's Fellowship of California. Gil shares how God redirected his life, pulling him away from his plans to become a deacon and into building ministry for men across California, Nevada, Hawaii, and beyond.But Gil’s story isn’t just about leadership—it’s about healing old wounds, breaking generational cycles, and discovering what real masculinity and faith look like when you surrender. You’ll hear how heroic mentors, humble beginnings, and even deep struggles with identity shaped him into the man God called him to be.If you’ve ever felt lost, doubted your calling, or wondered how to find your purpose, Gil’s raw, honest journey will remind you: heroism isn’t born, it’s made.Subscribe free to the weekly Heroic Men email: https://stories.heroicmen.orgFor the price of a coffee, you can support our mission to reach 25,000 men in 2025. https://heroicmen.org/give | ABOUT HEROIC MEN |Heroic Men strengthens men to become missionary disciples, to bring more men to Jesus Christ. Get the best Catholic media for men on our brotherhood-building platform - let's leave no man behind.Website: https://heroicmen.orgHeroic Map: Find an event near you: https://heroicmen.org/mapJoin the Heroic Brotherhood: Our only community: https://heroicmen.org/brotherhoodHeroic Merch: Show your support for this heroic mission: https://store.heroicmen.orgDonate now: Join the Heroic Alliance: https://heroicmen.org/alliance| FOLLOW ON SOCIAL |Facebook:   / heroicmanhood  Instagram:   / heroicmanhood  TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Welcome to Heroic Stories3:00 – Starting Men's Ministry at Home6:00 – God Changed My Diaconate Plans9:00 – Letting Go of Old Dreams12:00 – Building Parish Brotherhood15:00 – My Wife's Heroic Faith18:00 – Father Michael's Impact21:00 – Returning to the Catholic Faith25:00 – Deepest, Darkest Moment30:00 – Healing Father Wounds35:00 – Embracing the Cross Daily40:00 – Who I Want to Be a Hero For

    52 min

  7. 21/06/2025

    The Hero's Journey That Started with Anxiety | Nick Pierlot | Ep 18

    What if the path to heroism didn’t start with strength—but with panic? In The Hero’s Journey That Started with Anxiety, we follow Nick Pierlot, a Catholic husband, father, and missionary, as he walks us through his darkest hour: a breakdown on a spiritual pilgrimage. In the face of crippling panic attacks, emotional repression, and a crisis of identity, Nick uncovers an unexpected truth—heroism begins not with power, but with surrender. From battling inner dragons to chopping down literal god-trees, from failing forward to forming unshakable faith, this episode is a raw, honest deep dive into how God makes men heroic. It’s not about being the hero—it’s about letting God be one in you. #anxiety #panicattack #heroic #catholicmen #catholic #saints Subscribe free to the weekly Heroic Men email: https://stories.heroicmen.org For the price of a coffee, you can support our mission to reach 25,000 men in 2025. https://heroicmen.org/give | ABOUT HEROIC MEN | Heroic Men strengthens men to become missionary disciples, to bring more men to Jesus Christ. Get the best Catholic media for men on our brotherhood-building platform - let's leave no man behind. Website: https://heroicmen.org Heroic Map: Find an event near you: https://heroicmen.org/map Join the Heroic Brotherhood: Our only community: https://heroicmen.org/brotherhood Heroic Merch: Show your support for this heroic mission: https://store.heroicmen.org Donate now: Join the Heroic Alliance: https://heroicmen.org/alliance | FOLLOW ON SOCIAL | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicmanhood Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicmanhood/ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Real stories of heroic faith 3:00 – Story of St. Boniface begins 6:00 – Chopping down Thor’s oak tree 9:00 – Hobbit heroism: small brave acts 12:00 – Chaos vs. sacred order 15:00 – Personal journey starts with anxiety 18:00 – Panic attacks on pilgrimage 21:00 – 9 months of daily panic 24:00 – The Father speaks after suffering 27:00 – The blue snake moment 30:00 – Called to help head meet heart 33:00 – Young men and the pain of honor 36:00 – Evangelization as one beggar to another 39:00 – The dragon is where God knocks 42:00 – Head, heart, and hands in mission

    44 min

  8. 15/06/2025

    My Father’s Death Taught Me to Lead | Jay Wonacott

    What if the day you lost your father was the day you became one? In this moving episode of Heroic Stories, Jay Wonacott opens up about the most painful turning point of his life—the sudden death of his dad—and how that loss became the moment he had to grow up, take responsibility, and lead with heart.From tearful hospital visits and lucid dreams to finding spiritual strength in daily prayer and brotherhood, Jay shares how his father’s legacy became his compass. He reveals how real heroism isn’t found in grand gestures, but in showing up for your family, doing the hard emotional work, and learning how to integrate mind, heart, and soul.If you've ever felt crushed by grief, unsure of how to step into leadership, or like you’re still waiting for someone to show you the way—this story is for you. Jay’s story is a roadmap for turning loss into legacy and fear into fortitude.Subscribe free to the weekly Heroic Men email: https://stories.heroicmen.orgFor the price of a coffee, you can support our mission to reach 25,000 men in 2025. https://heroicmen.org/give | ABOUT HEROIC MEN |Heroic Men strengthens men to become missionary disciples, to bring more men to Jesus Christ. Get the best Catholic media for men on our brotherhood-building platform - let's leave no man behind.Website: https://heroicmen.orgHeroic Map: Find an event near you: https://heroicmen.org/mapJoin the Heroic Brotherhood: Our only community: https://heroicmen.org/brotherhoodHeroic Merch: Show your support for this heroic mission: https://store.heroicmen.orgDonate now: Join the Heroic Alliance: https://heroicmen.org/alliance| FOLLOW ON SOCIAL |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicmanhoodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicmanhood/TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Real stories of heroic grit3:00 – Called to serve Idaho families6:00 – George Washington’s reluctant leadership9:00 – Fortitude through adversity12:00 – My father’s legacy of presence15:00 – My brother’s honest heroism18:00 – Daily rosary, inspired by my father-in-law21:00 – Uncle Ed: stripes on the bridge24:00 – Extraordinary things, ordinary ways27:00 – Dream: 'My hands are clean now'30:00 – Surviving my wife’s heart failure36:00 – Becoming the father, not just the son

    42 min
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Heroic Stories—the series to strengthen Catholic men with raw stories of heroic grit & faith. Hosted by Dan Donaldson with Heroic Men. These are the stories that remind us… heroism isn’t born—it’s made, and it’s centered on Jesus Christ. https://stories.heroicmen.org

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    Heroic Men
  • Años de actividad
    2024 - 2026
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