Imagine you are sitting at the bedside of a loved one who is in a coma waiting for them to wake up. That's prayer. Another episode for small group formation and anyone else wanting to dive deeper into prayer.

Every pastor, faith formation director, and youth minister knows that what we have been doing in the area of youth formation has not been working, and all the studies support what they already know! So why do we keep doing the same thing? Is there anything we can do? Is there any hope? Maybe it's easier than we think. Join Fr. Kowalczyk and Annie G…

Continuing the theme of prayer, Fr. K discusses the types of prayer and how they relate and build off of each other.

Dr. James Schroeder joins Fr. K in a discussion on mental health, technology, ultra running, and how it all adds up to living or not living a whole life.For more information on our guest:Jim Schroeder, PhD, is a pediatric psychologist and Vice President of the psychology department at Easterseals Rehabilitation Center in Evansville, Indiana. He res…

Praying the Bible is not an innate talent. It takes work, practice and instruction. In this Bonus episode, specifically made for those walking in parish small groups, Fr. K gives some helpful tips on how to pray––not study, not memorize, not read––but pray the Bible.

Specifically for the Small Group formation content, this podcast discusses the 5 essential components for starting or restarting a prayer life. You have to determine the following: 1. When are you going to pray? 2. Where are you going to pray? 3. For how long are you going to pray? 4. What are you going to do for prayer? 5. Who is going to keep you…

Matt Harold joins Fr. K again to discuss the Church rules on fasting, and why they are so... lame seeming.

Cosden Leahey joins the podcast to discuss the well known but not well read literary genius Dante Alighieri writer of The Divine Comedy. Here are Anthony Esolen's Audible Lectures referenced in the conversation: https://www.audible.com/series/The-Divine-Comedy-Audiobooks/B07N83XD7P?ref_pageloadid=not_applicable&ref=a_pd_Dantes_c1_series_1&pf_rd_p=d…

Matt Harold joins Fr. K to share his own conversion story growing up as a Protestant who loved the Bible and had a personal relationship with Jesus to the Bible showing him that Jesus was truly present in the Eucharist!

Brittany McCaffrey, Music Director at St. Max, joins the podcast to discuss the artistic value of music in the liturgy and how her background as a concert pianist and a lover of classical music has helped her understand why the Church calls our musical tradition "a treasure of inestimable value, greater than that of any other art"!…

Parishioner and recent convert, Dylan joins Fr. K to discuss some elements of his own conversion, notably how the obligations, and seemingly formulaic aspects of the faith brought a stability to his personal practice. He also shares how the Bible was opened up to him in new and profound ways by getting into the literal meaning of the words.…

Final part of the class taught be Fr. Kowalczyk.

This bonus episode is the conclusion of the class that Fr. Kowalczyk taught at the parish during Advent.

This bonus episode is a class that Fr. Kowalczyk taught at the parish for an Advent teaching series on Vatican II. Part 1a gives an overview of Church Councils in general and the setting of the Second Vatican Council in particular. Part 1b continues into some specifics of the running of the council itself and why after over 50 years we are just now…

This bonus episode is a class that Fr. Kowalczyk taught at the parish for an Advent teaching series on Vatican II. Part 1a gives an overview of Church Councils in general and the setting of the Second Vatican Council in particular. Part 1b continues into some specifics of the running of the council itself and why after over 50 years we are just now…

A symbol is something that both reveals and obscures, thus they at the same time cause delight and frustration, and that's okay. If we aren't getting frustrated, then we aren't wrestling with the mystery. Fr. K is joined by Fr. Andrew Brinkman to discuss mystery, symbols, liturgy, and veils

Fr. K concludes his conversation with Annie Grandell on youth ministry, faith formation, and handing on the faith to our children.

Fr. K sits down with long time youth minister, Annie Grandell, to discuss what's not working in the world of youth ministry and faith formation, why, and what parents and churches can do differently.

Have you ever thought about the difference between what is Holy and what is Sacred? Neither had Fr. K until just recently! Join him as he shares something new that he just discovered.

Fr. K is joined again for part two of their discussion on the history of Latin in the liturgy, why have it, and how we can allow it to draw us into the mystery.

Fr. K is joined by Matt Harold, a recent convert, to discuss some questions he had about Latin.

In this episode Fr K recounts his recent visit to a Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy! If you have any questions or comment please email fatherk@stmaxkolbechurch.org

Surrendering your will to God and what that might look like.

This episode Fr. Kyle Kowalczyk discusses Bi Location and the understanding of how its actually possible.

What is it? Why are Catholics taking this position? Where did it come from? What are the arguments for and against it? This and more on today's ep. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic Order of Foresters. Contact Brian Marketon, General Agent, at 763-65…

Fr. Kyle and Jeromy dive into the modern age-old question of how to choose a parish. Should you go to the one closest to you? Should you go to one that you really "connect" with? The guys dive into these questions and more in their 50th episode. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is prou…

People love rituals. They may not always recognize something as a rituals, but here in America, even a primarily Protestant Christianity embraces all kinds of rituals in sports, ethnic cultures, the home, the military, weddings, funerals, and more. Ironically, Catholic rituals (like the Mass) are the only rituals regularly frowned upon or subjected…

The laicizing of a priest is always a cause for sorrow, and in some cases, even scandal. Fr. Kyle and Jeromy take a magnaimous approach to the circumstances surrounding Frank Pavone, his work with Priests for Life and his troubles with bishops over the years, as well as discuss the protocol surrounding these events. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podc…

Fr. Kyle uncovers some of the amazing things the Church has uncovered in the last 200 years, things we often take for granted. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic Order of Foresters. Contact Brian Marketon, General Agent, at 763-658-4009.…

After a ANOTHER short hiatus, we're back to answer the question we've been teasing for months. It will (maybe) surprise you. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic Order of Foresters. Contact Brian Marketon, General Agent, at 763-658-4009.…

After a brief hiatus, we're back to finish up this important conversation! Catholic antagonists on the right say we're too loose with who "goes to heaven" and the ones on the left say we're too strict! So which is it? Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholi…

One of the most misunderstood doctrines, inside the Church and out, is what "No Salvation outside the Church" means. Are all Protestants going to hell? What about fallen away Catholics coming back to Jesus in a Protestant church? And what about ALL the non-Catholic Christians after the Reformation? But if you can be saved in any old Church, then wh…

If it's easy to get into Heaven, why try? If it's nearly impossible, why try? Somewhere in between lies Christ's answer on who can be saved, and how many will be saved. Join Fr. Kyle and Jeromy as they explore Salvation as a gift and why we must care for it. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianit…

Jeromy and Fr. Kyle continue their conversation around Salvation, certainty and the gifts and promises given to us by Christ, through the ministry of His Church. If you struggle with scrupulosity and legalism, this is the episode for you. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly spo…

One of the most common charges against the Catholic Church is that they preach a different Gospel. So what is the Gospel and, just as important, can we know for certain that we're going to heaven when we die? Fr. Kyle and Jeromy dive into this contentious topic on today's episode. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths o…

Why are we so drawn to conspiracy theories? In the age of instant information and lies traveling around the world in the blink of an eye, Fr. Kyle and Jeromy assess the various ways we get drawn into conspiracies, why we're drawn to them, and how to get out. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianit…

A TOUGH, but important conversation around annulments - what they are, when they're allowed, and why they're different than divorce. This episode will surprise you. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic Order of Foresters. Contact Brian Marketon, General…

Few parts of Catholic theology are more misunderstood (by Protestants and Catholics) than Papal Infallibility. The guys dive into the this contentious debate on today's episode. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic Order of Foresters. Contact Brian Mark…

The guys tackle this momentous occasion with a reasoned conversation about how we should respond and what comes next. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic Order of Foresters. Contact Brian Marketon, General Agent, at 763-658-4009.…

Ever since the Reformation, baptizing babies has remained at or near the top of the list on controversial Christian practices. Contrary to popular belief, Catholics aren't the only ones who baptize babies. Lutherans, Anglicans, Episcopalians, Eastern Orthodox, Presbyterians and many other denominations practice infant baptism. If the Sacraments are…

One of the significant barriers to becoming Catholic later in life seems to always revolve around Mary's place in Salvation history. Immaculately conceived, our Queen was sinless her entire life. That's a complex sentence to grasp for many Christians raised outside the Catholic Church. Doesn't her sinlessness contradict Scripture? Father Kyle and J…

Unless you've been living under a rock, you'll know that Archbishop Cordileone recently banned Nancy Pelosi from receiving Holy Communion, igniting a firestorm online and around the country as to the nature of the Eucharist and whether it should be, ahem, "politicized." Fr. Kyle and Jeromy wade into this critical topic to discuss the pastoral love …

Jeromy expounds on his experiences with the Sacraments and the yearnings he felt before coming into the Church as Fr. Kyle provides a beautiful elaboration on why we need Sacraments in a spiritual world. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic Order of For…

A much more lighthearted conversation than the title implies - Fr. Kyle and Jeromy share some funny anecdotes surrounding experiences with the Real Presence during Mass before shifting into the wonderful, spiritual reality we are invited into. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudl…

On the anniversary of Fr. Kyle's first Communion, Jeromy gets the lowdown on how reception of Holy Communion has development over 2000 years and why there is often such tension around receiving on the tongue versus receiving in the hand. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly spon…

Told you this topics could go on for ages. Fr. Kyle and Jeromy return to this ever important council to wrap some ideas on why it's remained so controversial and how to have more productive conversations around it. NOTE: This episode was originally released on 4/29, but due to a glitch at Anchor, did not publish correctly. Sorry to keep you waiting…

The word "Faith" has, over time, become one of those mysterious words. Get a hundred people of "faith" into room and ask them to tell what "faith" as and your liable to get a hundred different answers. Today Fr. Kyle and Jeromy break the word down, talk about it's history and uses and how we ought to use this word in our lives as followers of Chris…

Fr. Kyle recounts a recent and deeply moving encounter with Christ that he experienced during Holy Mass as the guys open up about how to better enter into the Mass. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic Order of Foresters. Contact Brian Marketon, General…

Lent is nearing the end, so how can we make the most of what's left and squeeze out every last drop of sanctification from Holy Week? Fr. Kyle gives some helpful advice on making the most of these final Lenten days. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the Catholic …

Jeromy shares some heavenly friends upon whose intercession he daily relies and Fr. Kyle clarifies the whys and hows of praying to Saints or not-yet Saints. A great dive into personal devotion and the Mystical Body of Christ. Ever Ancient, Ever New is a podcast that seeks to plumb the depths of beauty in Christianity and is proudly sponsored by the…