The Art of Catholic with Matthew Leonard

Matthew Leonard
The Art of Catholic with Matthew Leonard

Join internationally-known Catholic evangelist & founder of ScienceOfSainthood.com, Matthew Leonard, for joyful, passionate (and often humorous) explanations of the deep truths of the faith and interesting interviews with Catholic luminaries. This is the art of living. This is the Art of Catholic. ScienceOfSainthood.com.

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    141 The Husband & the Hermit: A Powerful Story of Saving Love

    In this episode of the Art of Catholic, Matthew Leonard is joined by author Kevin Wells, who shares the powerful story of his wife Krista's battle with alcoholism, the impact it had on his spiritual life - and the incredible redemption God brought through the figure of a saintly priest. 🟡 Sign up for a totally FREE 2-week trial of the Science of Sainthood program: no credit card required, no cancellation, just sign up and watch! https://bit.ly/48n0GHp 🟢 Get Kevin's book, The Hermit: The Priest Who Saved a Soul, a Marriage, and a Family, here: https://ignatius.com/the-hermit-hermp/ 🔵 Watch my last interview with Kevin Wells, Priest & Beggar: The Jaw-Dropping Story of Venerable Father Aloysius Schwartz, here: https://youtu.be/TJpXJmyW4Bg 🟠 Learn more about the Sisters of Mary and donate here: https://www.worldvillages.org 🟠 SUPPORT this podcast and Matthew's work to spread the Catholic faith: https://bit.ly/3A2F46K ▶️ Please like and SHARE this video by clicking the SHARE button! 00:00 Introduction: Pain and Redemption 01:27 Kevin Wells: Author and Advocate 04:16 The Journey of Writing 'The Hermit' 10:23 Facing Addiction: Kevin's Family Struggles 18:07 The Role of Father Flum 24:25 Patience in the Face of Suffering 30:08 The Power of Prayer and Hope 35:21 The Journey into the Interior Castle 38:30 The Role of Prayer in Healing 41:43 The Maternal Influence of Mary 44:11 Confession and the Power of Priests 49:54 Practical Advice for Spouses in Crisis 55:42 Patience and Trust in God's Plan 01:00:00 Hope and Redemption in Christ About this Episode: Have you ever been in a seemingly hopeless situation? A situation so dire that you despaired of ever seeing change or healing? Many of us have been there...or are there right now. Addiction, divorce, unfaithfulness, father wounds, mother wounds, abuse, hardened hearts, and a host of other painful issues are constantly manifesting themselves in our lives. And while different situations present different challenges, the underlying truth remains the same. Namely, that no matter how bad things may look, God is faithful and in control. It's certainly not always easy to see, but it's the truth. Just ask my guest on today's Art of Catholic podcast. Author Kevin Wells found himself in a seemingly hopeless situation when his wife’s alcoholism began to tear their lives apart. But as he trudged through years of pain, Kevin gradually learned to rest his head on the Sacred Heart of Jesus and allow himself to be stripped bare like Christ on the Cross. And eventually, through the miraculous intervention of a saintly priest, his wife was healed, his family was redeemed, and his pain was turned into joy. Full of heartache, struggle, hope, and healing it's a story you need to hear. In this podcast, Kevin shares powerful insights about: The crucial role of patience in the face of dire situations. Why prayer is our refuge in the face of intense suffering and despair  What he would differently if he could go back to when it first began St. Teresa of Avila's guidance in the face of pain Practical advice for dealing with extremely difficult situations And more...      Get ready to hear a powerful story of pain, bondage, and finally, exhilarating redemption, that puts on full display the love, mercy and power of God to overcome any situation - no matter how difficult.

    1 ч. 9 мин.
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    140 Nine Kids, Foreign Missions, & Peace in the Midst of Pain

    Give it 3 minutes and you won't turn it off.  This is a truly powerful and moving story of a man, a woman, and bevy of children who live a life totally abandoned to God...even in the midst of gut-wrenching sorrow and suffering. If you can listen without being inspired in some way, you may need to check your pulse.  That's all I can say. Matthew 🔵 PLEASE consider donating to the Henderson family to enable them to continue their mission work: https://www.familymissionscompany.com/project/henderson-family/ 🟡 Start your spiritual transformation right now! Sign up for a totally FREE 2-week trial of the Science of Sainthood program: no credit card required, no cancellation, just sign up and watch! https://bit.ly/4gPvYdY 🟠 SUPPORT this podcast and Matthew's work to spread the Catholic faith: https://bit.ly/47WKJYA 🟢 Join Matthew on PILGRIMAGE to the HOLY LAND in 2025: https://bit.ly/3zLoAj2 ▶️ Please like and SHARE this video by clicking the SHARE button! 00:00 Encountering this Missionary Family  04:01 Michael Henderson's Journey to Faith 06:54 From Baptist Roots to Catholic Discovery 12:31 The Struggle with Sin and Seeking Truth 20:29 The Eucharist: A Transformative Experience 34:54 Living Out the Faith After Conversion 41:07 The Call to Missionary Life 55:34 A Leap of Faith: Leaving Everything Behind 01:01:16 The Power of Community and Vocation 01:07:38 Miracles in the Mission Field 01:13:20 Facing a Crisis with Faith 01:21:23 Transitioning Back to the States 01:40:28 Living a Life of Mission and Service About this Episode: Surrendering to God’s will is hard. For most of us, it’s a lifelong struggle to learn to let go of our own plans and embrace God’s instead. But that struggle is crucial - because the more completely you’re able to abandon yourself to God’s will, the more peace you’ll find, no matter what your situation or circumstances. No one knows this better than my most recent podcast guest, Michael Henderson...(you're gonna love this guy). About ten years ago, Michael, his wife Veronica, and their (at the time) six, now nine (!!) beautiful children, discerned that God was calling them to a more radical surrender than most of us could ever imagine. They sold their comfortable house and belongings in the U.S. and moved to Mexico, and later to Taiwan, to spread the Faith, all the while relying solely on God’s providence for their livelihood. And boy, did God ever provide. Their story is one of miracle after miracle, conversion after conversion, and an ever-deepening, radical trust in God to “take care of everything,” as the Surrender Novena puts it. In this podcast, Michael shares stories like: How God used a Taekwondo gym in the middle of Mexico to transform local families The day his family arrived in Taiwan with no housing lined up, no money in their pocket, and his wife 2 months postpartum with their 7th child - and how God instantly provided for their every need The very serious recent family crisis that has brought them to an even deeper peace and reliance on God. I have to say, personally, that this episode was an emotional one for me. In fact, I'll give you just 3 minutes of listening before your jaw hits the ground. The beauty of this family’s joy in every circumstance is undeniable, and I am honored to have had the opportunity to meet and become friends with Michael. I hope this podcast moves you as deeply as it did me.

    1 ч. 52 мин.
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    135 The Dark Roots of Feminism & the War on Men

    🟡 Science of Sainthood Website: https://bit.ly/3HqUpOg 🔴 Sign up for my TOTALLY FREE Lenten series on the Mass: https://bit.ly/3U9u7aX 🟢 Join Matthew on PILGRIMAGE to the HOLY LAND in 2025: https://bit.ly/3S26nCV 🔵 SUPPORT Matthew's work to spread the Catholic faith: https://bit.ly/3O3Xnw8 After spending many months working very hard on a new liturgy series, I thought "Why not have a pleasant, light podcast to unwind a little?"  So I called my friend and Founder of Theology of Home, Dr. Carrie Gress, and said, "How about coming on the show and talking about your new book?" So much for unwinding. After all, her new book is titled The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us. It's all about how we arrived at this culturally dangerous place in which we now find ourselves, particularly in regards to feminism and society's bloodlust for the destruction of men. (And if you're a guy who said to himself, "Feminism? Dude, I'm out." Trust me, this topic has a massive impact on those of us who share the XY chromosomes.) Of course, feminism is a tricky word. Yes, we all agree that abortion-focused, radical feminism is wrong. But what about the "rest of it"? Because it seems that there are a lot of opinions on the various incarnations and iterations of the "feminist movement." Can it all be separated or is there a deeper problem? One way or the other, it's safe to say we're facing a societal crisis in regards to all of this. So in today's episode of the Art of Catholic podcast, we're going to peel back the onion a bit and discuss the shocking backstory of feminism (and where it's all going). Dr. Gress has done a massive amount of research into the little-known stories of the women (and men!) who shaped the movement, and its hidden roots in the French Revolution, Communism, and even the occult. This one is what you call an "eye-opener". (I think I'm ready for some more liturgy:).

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Join internationally-known Catholic evangelist & founder of ScienceOfSainthood.com, Matthew Leonard, for joyful, passionate (and often humorous) explanations of the deep truths of the faith and interesting interviews with Catholic luminaries. This is the art of living. This is the Art of Catholic. ScienceOfSainthood.com.

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