A Reason for Hope

Array of Hope
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A Reason for Hope

The A Reason for Hope Podcast is to help decipher the truths of our faith in these challenging times. We address topics of interest and confusion in our culture through interviews with prominent Catholic speakers, candid conversations from the Array of Hope team, and catechetical discussions with our Director of Theology, Dr. David Hajduk.

  1. Does a Catholic Have to Be Pro-Life?

    2 DAYS AGO

    Does a Catholic Have to Be Pro-Life?

    In this episode, Dr. David Hajduk gives his take on whether you can call yourself "Catholic" and be "pro-choice." He makes clear what being "pro-choice" means and what being "Catholic" means, as well as what sort of choices, beliefs, and activities might make a person no longer in communion with the Catholic Church. - Support our Sponsor - Ave Maria Mutual Funds - the largest family of Catholic mutual funds in the U.S. Launched in 2001, their six no-load funds adhere to strong pro-life and pro-family values. ✨See How We Can Help Your Parish/Faith Community https://arrayofhope.org/ - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast #catholic #prolife #prochoice ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Intro 01:28 Can a person be both Catholic and Pro-choice 02:30 What is Abortion? 03:45 The Catholic Churches opinions & teachings about abortion 05:28 Excommunicated from the Catholic Church 06:33 How can excommunication be lifted? 06:57 Abortion in Politics 10:38 Ave Maria Mutual Fund Ad 12:13 More on the Teachings of the Church about Abortion 13:36 St. Pope John Paul II - Evangelium Vitae 15:35 Rejecting the Churches Teachings about Abortion 16:33 Possibility of schism on those who oppose the Churches teachings on abortion 16:56 St. Pope John Paul II's Apostolic Letters 17:47 Pope Benedict XVI comments on the teachings 19:26 Are the excommunicated still Catholics? 20:51 Final Thoughts

    22 min
  2. Catholic First Dates Do Not Have To Be Marriage Proposals

    6 DAYS AGO

    Catholic First Dates Do Not Have To Be Marriage Proposals

    In this episode, Matt Pana and Alanis Vega discuss finding balance in Catholic dating by emphasizing intentionality, active discernment, and recognizing the dignity of the other person, while addressing the pressures from both secular and Catholic cultures. - Support Our Sponsors - Verbum - Catholic Bible study tools that draw you deeper into scripture. Scapulars.com - Divine protection in life and in death with the most durable, comfortable scapulars ever made. ✨Help Support Our Ministry at https://arrayofhope.org/donate/ - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast #Firstdate #catholicdating #catholicfirstdate ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 INTRODUCTION 01:54 INTRODUCE TOPIC OF FIRST DATES 02:49 FIRST DATES INITIAL THOUGHTS 03:38 BASIC FOUNDATION OF A DATE 04:36 MARRIAGE PRESSURE 05:59 DISNEY IDEA OF DATING 06:36 PERSONAL EXPERIENCE DATING 07:44 ANALYSIS PARALYSIS 08:04 DISCERNMENT AND GOD'S WILL 09:09 COMMUNITY AND SPIRITUAL DIRECTION 10:03 USING PEOPLE AS A MEANS TO AN END 12:10 THE PRESSURE ON MEN 13:49 Scapulars.com 14:35 Verbum 15:23 HOW TO PURSUE A WOMAN 17:18 INTENTIONALITY IN DATING 18:19 MAKE IT CLEAR IT IS A "DATE" 20:28 ACTIVE DISCERNMENT 22:31 THE RISK OF REJECTION 23:11 VIEW THE OTHER AS A CHILD OF GOD 23:48 PASSIVITY VS SEEKING ATTENTION 24:53 FLESH OF MY FLESH 26:31 DO THE INNER WORK FIRST 27:24 GENDER ROLES 28:10 IMMATURITY IN DATING 29:39 GOLD IS TESTED IN THE FIRE 30:06 CONCLUSION

    32 min
  3. Intentional Dating In A Digital World

    FEB 10

    Intentional Dating In A Digital World

    Alanis and Luke talk about the pros and the cons of online dating, share some personal experiences, and agree on the importance of intentionality in whatever way you find your partner.  -Supports our Sponsors- Magnificat - A simple way to transform the way you pray. Verbum - Take Your Catholic Bible Study from Stumped to Stellar with Verbum ✨See How We Can Help Your Parish/Faith Community https://arrayofhope.org/ - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast Follow Luke : Instagram : https://www.instagram.com #onlinedating #catholic #dating ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 04:49 Intentionally Dating in A Digital Age  05:51 Luke's Experience With Online Dating  10:08 Alanis' Experience with Online Dating  14:01 Importance of Intentionally Pursuing Someone  19:22 The difference between pursuit on Instagram vs. dating apps 21:29 Men's Perspective on Online Dating  23:08 Magnificat 23:49 Verbum  24:41 Difference Between Pursuing online and in person 27:58 Is Luke Not a Fan of Online Dating? 34:20 Why is everyone not happy with the endless options?  38:39 Why are Men So Passive In Dating? 43:19 Importance of Authenticity in Online Dating  48:11 What advice would you give women about being serious about online dating? 53:44 3 Types of Temptation in Online Dating 55:08 Limit Dating App Usage  57:08 Final Remarks

    1h 3m
  4. The Truth About Christianity : Why it's the real deal

    FEB 7

    The Truth About Christianity : Why it's the real deal

    In this episode, Dr. David Hajduk gives his take on a popular argument of skeptics that the Gospels, as well as the central claims of Christianity like Jesus' resurrection, are just myths. He exposes how their ideas are built on shaky foundations, and makes clear that Christianity is the "real deal." - Support our Sponsor - Ave Maria Mutual Funds - the largest family of Catholic mutual funds in the U.S. Launched in 2001, their six no-load funds adhere to strong pro-life and pro-family values. ✨Join Us In Our Mission : https://arrayofhope.org/donate/ - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast #truth #Christianity #TheTruthAbout ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Intro 01:29 The basis that Christianity & Jesus's Resurrection is a Myth 03:27 Myth #1 Is Mark's Gospel is the oldest 04:21 Myth # 2 Is Mark's "added" or "newer" ending 06:19 Ave Maria Mutual Funds 07:29 Become a partner of Array of Hope 08:12 Myth #3 Is Paul and the other Evangelists were fakes 09:14 Myth #4 Is The Idea Luke has more resurrection narratives 10:07 Myth #5 That The Evangelists constructed a "story" to prove the Resurrection 11:31 The Gospels vs The New Modern Scholars 12:23 End

    13 min
  5. Camino Pilgrim Foundation Shows Seminarians "The Way" For Free

    FEB 3

    Camino Pilgrim Foundation Shows Seminarians "The Way" For Free

    Mario Costabile and TJ Bogan talk about the Camino Pilgrim Foundation which TJ co-founded to raise funds to allow Seminarians to experience the famous catholic pilgrimage at no cost to them. Help Support Camino Pilgrim Foundation's Mission - Donate Here ✨Like/Share/Follow/Subscribe @r4hpodcast - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast - Connect with Camino Pilgrim Foundation - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/caminopilgrimfoundation Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Camino-Pilgrim-Foundation/61566385731357/ Website - www.caminopilgrimfoundation.org  Merchandise - https://shop.followmycamino.com/ #Camino #Pilgrimage #Vocation ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 01:47 Interview Starts 02:35 What Is Follow My Camino? 03:27 What length is the Camino? 05:01 How Big Are The Groups You Bring? 05:38 Is There A Priest On Every Trip? 08:21 What Are Past Pligrims Saying About Their Trip? 09:29 Camino Pilgrim Foundation 11:46 How did you come up with this idea? 13:38 How are you marketing this? 14:23 INSERT $20 a month Club Card 16:22 How Can People Help Support Your Mission? 19:41 Final Remarks

    22 min
  6. How To Make Healthy Boundaries as a Catholic

    JAN 27

    How To Make Healthy Boundaries as a Catholic

    Alanis Vega and Josh Rosa talk about the power of setting boundaries, overcoming people-pleasing, and embracing your true identity in Christ. Discover practical insights on finding freedom through faith and living confidently in your calling. - Support Our Sponsors - Verbum - Catholic Bible study tools that draw you deeper into scripture. Scapulars.com - Divine protection in life and in death with the most durable, comfortable scapulars ever made. ✨Like, Share, Follow, Comment and Subscribe @r4hpodcast - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast Follow Josh Rosa : Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@_joshuarosa Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/_joshuarosa/ YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@Mademoremotivated Website : https://www.mademoremotivated.com/ #healthyboundaries #catholic #peoplepleasing ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 02:03 Start of Interview 04:11 Boundaries and People Pleasing 05:31 Josh's Journey with Creating Boundaries 12:01 Finding Boundaries while being still charitable 15:00 What Scripture says about this 19:32 Josh's Story of God's Provision 22:31 Verbum 23:26 Scapulars.com 24:11 Tips for creating healthy boundaries 35:49 Where you can follow Josh's Work

    37 min
  7. Can A Catholic Couple Live a "Child Free" Lifestyle?

    JAN 24

    Can A Catholic Couple Live a "Child Free" Lifestyle?

    In this episode, Dr. David Hajduk gives his take on whether a Catholic married couple can be “childless by choice” and entertain a “child free” lifestyle, exploring the Church’s teaching on the intrinsic connection between marriage, sex, and babies. Support our Sponsor : Verbum - Takes Your Catholic Bible Study from Stumped to Stellar with Verbum ✨See What We're Up To : https://arrayofhope.org - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast #catholic #childfree #dink ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Intro 01:56 Can a Catholic live a 'child-free' lifestyle? 03:14 Why is a Child-Free Lifestyle Contradictory To the Church's teaching 03:37 How it's Contradictory - Point #1 06:53 Verbum 07:19 Why The Catholic Teachings about Marriage & Children are valid 09:16 Pope Paul VI Quote 10:28 The Miracle and Benefits of Having Children 12:21 Final Thoughts - Why a Child-free Lifestyle is contradictory

    14 min
  8. How To Avoid Liturgical Division in The Church

    JAN 20

    How To Avoid Liturgical Division in The Church

    In this episode of A Reason for Hope, Matt Pana and Alanis Vega discuss uniting different liturgical expressions in the Catholic Church, exploring the beauty and balance between the charismatic and traditional forms of worship while emphasizing the importance of focusing on Christ and fostering unity over division. - Support Our Sponsors - Magnificat - A simple way to transform the way you pray.  Scapulars.com - Divine protection in life and in death with the most durable, comfortable scapulars ever made. ✨Help Support Our Ministry at https://arrayofhope.org/donate/ - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast #division #catholic #liturgy ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Hook 01:53 Introducing the topic of Traditional and Charismatic 02:28 Finding Beauty in Both 04:34 Varying Degrees of Fulfillment 05:47 Finding What Unites vs. What Divides 06:26 Unity in the Christian Context 07:34 Am I Gathering or Scattering? 08:13 The "Our Father" Prayer 09:54 The Truth Is The Catholic Faith 10:24 The Church Is Unitive Not Punitive 12:23 Scriptural Division on The Holy Mass 13:55 Scapulars.com 14:39 Magnificat 15:20 How To Resolve Faith Expression Division 16:15 The Power of Presence and Reverence 17:46 Receptivity in Prayer 19:23 The Root of Worship is Sacrifice 19:44 The Pitfalls of Emotionalism 20:50 Pitfalls of Judging Faith Expressions 22:13 The Importance of Respect and Dialogue 23:34 Protestants vs. Catholics 25:15 Focus on the Kingdom, not the camps 26:02 Liturgical Preference As An Idol 26:49 What is the Middle Ground?

    30 min
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The A Reason for Hope Podcast is to help decipher the truths of our faith in these challenging times. We address topics of interest and confusion in our culture through interviews with prominent Catholic speakers, candid conversations from the Array of Hope team, and catechetical discussions with our Director of Theology, Dr. David Hajduk.

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  • Creator
    Array of Hope
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    144
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2024 Array of Hope, Inc.
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