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Greater Things with J.D. McQueen and Fr. Barry Cuba

By: St. Theresa Catholic Church
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  • Former Episcopal priest turned Catholic Director of Liturgy, J.D. McQueen, II, and young Catholic priest, Father Barry Cuba of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Austin, Texas, invite you to join them in their search for Greater Things in this life. With their wisdom and wry humor, they will lead you towards a life of true abundance.
    © 2024 Greater Things with J.D. McQueen and Fr. Barry Cuba
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Episodes
  • Episode 6: If You Don't Go to Daily Mass, Are You a Bad Catholic? Seeking a More Meaningful Relationship wtih God

    Episode 6: If You Don't Go to Daily Mass, Are You a Bad Catholic? Seeking a More Meaningful Relationship wtih God
    Apr 30 2024
    The podcast explores various aspects of Christianity, including the concept of God, the importance of prayer, and the process of discerning a vocation in the church. Topics covered include: The meaning of Confirmation and the Bishop's role. Having a positive image of God for mental and spiritual well-being. How God's justice and mercy work together. Discerning God's voice and following a calling. The importance of daily spiritual practices and prayer. Developing a meaningful relationship with God. J.D. and Father Barry emphasize the importance of understanding God's nature and building a personal connection through prayer and reflection.
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    50 mins
  • Episode 5: Spiritual Dentistry?: On Suffering, Listening and Loving like Jesus

    Episode 5: Spiritual Dentistry?: On Suffering, Listening and Loving like Jesus
    Apr 24 2024
    J.D. and Fr. Barry talk about responding to suffering. Why do pain and roadblocks happen in our lives and what should we do when it happens to us? Fr. Barry emphasizes that priests are also human beings with fallibilities, just like everyone else. - Eating salad is suggested as a starting point for various life challenges. - Dental professionals face challenges when communicating with patients due to various dental appliances in their mouths. - Some dentists and hygienists are skilled at understanding patients despite these obstacles. Effective Listening and Understanding - Dentists' skill in understanding patients' unspoken wishes can be applied to various fields, including priesthood. - Effective listening is crucial for priests to comprehend confessions and help individuals discern God's messages. - Spiritual guidance involves identifying and addressing underlying issues that cause suffering. Redemptive suffering. - Redemptive suffering involves going through difficult experiences for ultimate benefit. - Priests face the challenge of finding relatable examples for the faithful. God's Role in Our Lives - God uses everything to bring about our greatest good. - Suffering, both great and small, is a part of life. - We should always be in conversation with God about everything. Easter Reflection on Relationship with God - Easter is a time to reflect on our relationship with God. - We should allow ourselves to be loved by God and love Him in return. - It can be challenging to maintain a close relationship with God, but it is important to remember that He cares about every aspect of our lives. Understanding Love - Love is not just an emotion, but can be a part of it. - Love is a complex concept that is difficult to understand. - Catholic understanding of love is not directly 100% an emotion. Guardian Angels and Their Role - Guardian angels help people get to heaven. - They organize life in a way that leads to heaven. - Sayings like 'offer it up' should be understood in context. Redemptive Suffering and Comfort - Redemptive suffering involves offering up one's suffering to God. - The phrase 'offer it up' may not always be comforting to those who are suffering. - St. Thomas Aquinas said that whatever is received is received in the mode of the receiver. Offering Up in Grief - Discussing the concept of offering up one's suffering in times of grief. - Using a hypothetical example of someone in pain from joint pain. - Encouraging the person to offer up their suffering with a smile. God's Presence in Suffering - God is always present in every moment and circumstance of our lives. - He desires to cherish our dignity and wants us to participate in His work. - We can offer our suffering as a gift and prayer for a particular intention. God's Work and Scripture Interpretation - Prayer can be for family, church, or personal intentions. - Suffering can be a way to participate in God's work. - Some scriptures, like the one about making up for Christ's sacrifice, can be challenging to understand. Seeking Guidance from Scriptures during Difficult Times - Discussion about the challenges of providing comforting words during difficult times. - Importance of listening and understanding the significance of empathy. - Exploration of relevant scripture passages that address suffering and resilience. Christian Perspective on Suffering and Charity - Christians do not seek suffering but accept it when it comes. - Establish schools, orphanages, and charities to help people flourish. - Acknowledge and address suffering as a part of life. Suffering and God's Love - Suffering is a mystery, even for those who have faith. - God loves us, but suffering still exists. - Seeking understanding through scripture and images. God's Love and Our Response - God's love for us should be met with a response of love from us. - Our relationship with God is always a response to His love. - We should never take credit for initiating love, as God loved us first. God's Love Expressed Through Jesus - God's love is beyond words, so he sent Jesus to be with us. - Jesus showed us what we couldn't understand through his presence. - God's answer to our prayers is always himself, sometimes in unexpected ways. God's Presence and Compassion - God's response to questions may not be explicit, but His presence is always with us. - The church addresses suffering through practical actions like establishing schools and hospitals, while also providing emotional support. - Participating in God's work involves both alleviating suffering and offering companionship to those in need. Suffering as an Invitation to Turn to God - Suffering can be an invitation to turn to God. - God uses suffering to bring good things into our lives. - We should remember that God is with us in our suffering and that His will is being done. God's Love and Jesus' Revelation - God is a loving father, as evidenced by Jesus' life and teachings. - Jesus reveals the Father's love to humanity. - ...
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    47 mins
  • Episode 4: The Reunion & Reconciliation of the Season of Easter: How to Be More Like Peter

    Episode 4: The Reunion & Reconciliation of the Season of Easter: How to Be More Like Peter
    Apr 17 2024
    Fr. Barry and J.D. discuss how to live the Easter season like St. Peter. We consider what it was like for Peter to be around a resurrected Christ, his friend, brother and God who he personally put to death. How did the future first Pope and father of the church, Peter, react during the resurrection time, and what does that mean for us today? A bishop teaches Fr. Barry to pray like a priest What does it mean to be "catalyzed" --- St. Theresa men's group Catalyst meets at 6:00 AM Wednesdays during the school year. Women's Connections meets at 6:45 PM on Tuesday nights. When Christ comes back, he says 'PEACE be with you not 'VENGEANCE be with you." Things are NOT the same! Life after the Resurrection --- Jesus' followers don't recognize Him, nor know how to talk or interact with him. What does that mean for us? How God wants to be loved, or moving out of a dry period to a more mature prayer life. Why Peter is an Easter person. Living as Easter people. A call to Fr. Mike Schmitz to do an appearance on Greater Things!
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    43 mins
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