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Keith Nester
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A podcast exploring faith, life and culture, hosted by former protestant pastor and Catholic convert Keith Nester. In this Podcast, Keith responds to questions and comments from listeners and shares his unique perspective. Check it out!

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 158- Incredible Catholic Conversion w/Stephen Johnson

    Catholic convert Stephen Johnson joins Keith at the  @StPaulCenter  for an amazing story of spiritual conversion and awakening. Check out the new Bible Study App from the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. https://stpaulcenter.com/app?utm_source=keith_nester&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=app_launch_2026 Thank you to the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology for hosting this interview. https://stpaulcenter.com/ Stephen Johnson's app for OCIA: https://ocia-application.firebaseapp.com/ Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, which provides encouragement and resources for those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.  Subscribe to our mailing list: Text D2E to 66866  👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it." https://down2earthministry.org/donate Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission." https://patreon.com/keithnester 👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per... Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe Rosary Crew YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCj3E8ipWVQu5nR92ngNABNw 👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ 👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/c... 👇 Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeithNesterCatholic/ Rosary Crew Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RosarycrewKeithNester/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/keithnester1?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithnester1/

  2. Oct 1

    Episode 157-The Bible Made me Catholic w/John Bergsma

    Dr. John Bergsma is Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. A former Protestant pastor, Dr. Bergsma entered the Catholic Church in 2001 while getting his Ph.D. in Bible from the University of Notre Dame. A close collaborator of Dr. Scott Hahn, Bergsma speaks regularly on Catholic radio and at conferences and parishes nationally and internationally. He has authored over a dozen books on Scripture and the Catholic faith, including Bible Basics for Catholics (Ave Maria Press), Stunned by Scripture: How the Bible Made Me Catholic (Our Sunday Visitor), and A Catholic Introduction to the Bible: Old Testament (with Brant Pitre; Ignatius Press). Dr. Bergsma's talks and studies are available on CD and mp3 from catholicproductions.com. He and his wife Dawn reside with their eight children in Steubenville, Ohio. Check out the new Bible Study App from the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. https://stpaulcenter.com/app?utm_source=keith_nester&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=app_launch_2026  Thank you to the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology for hosting this interview. https://stpaulcenter.com/ Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, which provides encouragement and resources for those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. Subscribe to our mailing list: Text D2E to 66866 👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it." https://down2earthministry.org/donate Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."   / keithnester   👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-person/ Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe Rosary Crew YouTube:    / @rosarycrewwithkeithnester   👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ 👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/c... 👇 Socials Facebook:   / keithnestercatholic   Rosary Crew Facebook:   / rosarycrewkeithnester   X (Twitter): https://x.com/keithnester1?lang=en Instagram:   / keithnester1   #Catholic #CatholicConvert #RCIA #OCIA #CatholicFaith #NewCatholic

  3. Aug 30

    Episode 156 Fundamentalist Baptist Becomes Catholic w/Rob Corzine

    Rob Corzine is Vice President of Programs for the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. He was received into the Catholic Church in 1994 and has held teaching and advocacy positions for several Catholic apostolates, including work as an apologist and catechetical writer for Catholics United for the Faith. In this interview, Rob discusses his conversion from Fundamentalism to Catholicism. Check out the new Bible Study App from the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. https://stpaulcenter.com/app?utm_source=keith_nester&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=app_launch_2026 Thank you to the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology for hosting this interview. https://stpaulcenter.com/ Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, which provides encouragement and resources for those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. Subscribe to our mailing list: Text D2E to 66866  👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it." https://down2earthministry.org/donate Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission." https://patreon.com/keithnester Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month): "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith." https://keithnester.locals.com 👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per... Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe Rosary Crew YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCj3E8ipWVQu5nR92ngNABNw 👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ 👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/c... 👇 Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeithNesterCatholic/ Rosary Crew Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RosarycrewKeithNester/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/keithnester1?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithnester1/

  4. Aug 11

    Episode 155- From Protestant to Catholic: The Biblical Themes That Changed Everything | Dr. Jeff Morrow

    Check out the new Bible Study App from the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. https://stpaulcenter.com/app?utm_source=keith_nester&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=app_launch_2026   In this episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith Nester sits down with Franciscan University of Steubenville Theology professor Dr. Jeff Morrow to discuss his remarkable conversion to Catholicism and the biblical themes that transformed his understanding of the Christian faith. Together, they explore how the story of the Bible—from Genesis to Revelation—reveals God's covenant plan, the Church, the sacraments, worship, and the fulfillment of the Old Testament in Christ. Dr. Morrow shares how these themes became impossible to ignore and ultimately led him home to the Catholic Church. In this interview, you'll discover: Dr. Morrow's journey into the Catholic Church The biblical "big picture" that points toward Catholicism Advice for Christians seeking the fullness of the faith Whether you're Catholic, Protestant, or simply searching for a deeper understanding of Scripture, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to read the Bible with fresh eyes.   Thank you to the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology for hosting this interview. https://stpaulcenter.com/   Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, which exists to provide encouragement and resources for those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. Subscribe to our mailing list: Text D2E to 66866   👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it." https://down2earthministry.org/donate   Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."   / keithnester     Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month): "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith." https://keithnester.locals.com 👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-person/ Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe Rosary Crew YouTube:    / @rosarycrewwithkeithnester     👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ 👇Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth 👇 Socials Facebook:   / keithnestercatholic   Rosary Crew Facebook:   / rosarycrewkeithnester   X (Twitter): https://x.com/keithnester1?lang=en Instagram:   / keithnester1   #Catholic #CatholicConvert #RCIA #OCIA #CatholicFaith #NewCatholic

  5. Jul 23

    Episode 154- Born Fundamentalist-Born Again Catholic w/ David Currie

    David Currie was a fundamentalist Christian who served in ministry for years before discovering the truth of the Catholic Church. David's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000APGWTS/allbooks?ccs_id=53ed8cb7-c4dc-48a5-bcd8-e7b6e44d3bfe Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, which exists to provide encouragement and resources for those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. Subscribe to our mailing list: Text D2E to 66866 👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it." https://down2earthministry.org/donate Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission." https://patreon.com/keithnester Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month): "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith." https://keithnester.locals.com 👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per... Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe Rosary Crew YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCj3E8ipWVQu5nR92ngNABNw 👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ 👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/c... 👇 Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeithNesterCatholic/ Rosary Crew Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RosarycrewKeithNester/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/keithnester1?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithnester1/

  6. Jun 25

    Episode 153- Evangelical Bible Professor Becomes Catholic w/ Chase Fields

    Chase Fields was a committed Bible-believing evangelical Christian with an undergraduate degree in Biblical Studies. He went to Southern Evangelical Seminary to study philosophy and earned a Master's degree in Philosophy. Chase studied under Dr. Jason Reed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tZ-sKS7YcQ&t=5251s This is the story of his incredible conversion to Catholicism. Please enjoy! Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, which exists to provide encouragement and resources for those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. 👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it." https://down2earthministry.org/donate Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission." https://patreon.com/keithnester Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month): "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith." https://keithnester.locals.com 👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per... Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe Rosary Crew YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCj3E8ipWVQu5nR92ngNABNw 👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ 👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/c... 👇 Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeithNesterCatholic/ Rosary Crew Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RosarycrewKeithNester/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/keithnester1?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithnester... #Catholic #CatholicConvert #RCIA #OCIA #CatholicFaith #NewCatholic

  7. Jun 3

    Episode 152: The Secret of St. Francis That Most People Miss | Fr. Dave Pivonka

    Defending the Faith Conference: https://cvent.me/gqgxwV?utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=dfc_influencers_2026&utm_medium=social&utm_term=keithnester_2026&RefId=KEITHNESTER26 Use Code:KEITH25 for a discount. In this episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith Nester sits down with Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, President of Franciscan University of Steubenville, to discuss his journey to the priesthood, the spirituality of Saint Francis of Assisi, and what it means to live the Gospel with authenticity in today's world. Fr. Dave shares how God called him to the Franciscan way of life, the impact of St. Francis on his vocation, and the ministry philosophy that has shaped his leadership and service to the Church. Together, Keith and Fr. Dave explore evangelization, discipleship, Catholic education, and why a personal encounter with Jesus Christ remains at the heart of everything. Whether you're discerning your vocation, seeking to deepen your faith, or simply curious about Franciscan spirituality, this conversation offers wisdom, encouragement, and practical insights for living the Gospel. In this episode: Fr. Dave's journey to the priesthood The influence of St. Francis of Assisi Franciscan spirituality and the Gospel The mission of Franciscan University Evangelization and discipleship today Encountering Jesus Christ in everyday life Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, dedicated to helping people encounter Jesus Christ, understand the beauty of the Catholic faith, and live as faithful disciples. Fr. Dave's content can be found here: https://faithandreason.com/ Franciscan University: https://franciscan.edu/

  8. May 19

    Episode 151: Rock Drummer Mike Miley of Rival Sons Becomes Catholic!

    Mike Miley of 2-time Grammy-nominated rock band Rival Sons  @RivalSons  sits down with Keith to discuss his journey from rock stages all over the world to Catholicism in this incredible interview. Check out Mike's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT5rTqU7HC4J29f-3Os4Obg Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mileyondrumz/ Catholic Feedback is a production of Down to Earth Ministry, which exists to provide encouragement and resources for those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. 👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it." https://down2earthministry.org/donate Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission." https://patreon.com/keithnester Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month): "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith." https://keithnester.locals.com 👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/ Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/... Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per... Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe Rosary Crew YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCj3E8ipWVQu5nR92ngNABNw 👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3 Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/ 👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/c... 👇 Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeithNesterCatholic/ Rosary Crew Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RosarycrewKeithNester/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/keithnester1?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithnester...

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A podcast exploring faith, life and culture, hosted by former protestant pastor and Catholic convert Keith Nester. In this Podcast, Keith responds to questions and comments from listeners and shares his unique perspective. Check it out!

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  • Creator
    Keith Nester
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright - Down To Earth Ministries
  • Show Website
    Catholic Feedback

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