The Furrow
The Furrow
A Band of Catholic Brothers
A show for a generation of Catholic men earnestly seeking to lead lives worthy of their calling as husbands and fathers. With each episode we hope to inspire men to learn and live more fully the truths of the Catholic faith.
Memento Mori: Remember Thy Death, Brother!
Is death something to be welcomed, feared or ignored? Join Brandon, Cameron and Father McTeigue as they discuss and reflect on the topic of death from both the modern and Catholic perspective.
Apr 18, 2019
23 min
Spiritual Lessons from St. Ignatius of Loyola
In this episode, we discuss and reflect on the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), his renowned Spiritual Exercises, the process of the Examen and the discernment of spirits. Resources: Father Timothy Gallagher: https://www.frtimothygallagher.org
Mar 25, 2019
33 min
Dangers of Preferring Unity Over Truth
In this episode, Brandon, Cameron and Father discuss the danger in the Church today of preferring unity over truth. Resources: Encyclical: Mortalium Animos by Pope Pius XI"The Charitable Anathema" by Dietrich von Hildebrand"The Meaning of Christian Brotherhood" by Pope Benedict XVI
Mar 5, 2019
30 min
A Look at the Church in 2019 and Where to Go From Here
In this episode, Brandon and Father McTeigue address the upcoming bishops meeting on February 21-24 in Rome and the Pan-Amazonian Synod happening in October. Lots to consider and lots to pray about.Resources: The Ruth Institute: http://www.ruthinstitute.orgDeaconesses: A Historical Study by Aime Martimort and Kenneth Whitehead (https://www.amazon.com/dp/0898701147/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_GPjxCbP555GR1)President of USCCB Announces Delay of Vote on Sex Scandal Response: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJZbXJsvbm4
Feb 7, 2019
22 min
Rise Up Men of Truth
In this episode, we conclude our series of conversations on the art of living and the need for cultivating men of truth.Resources: "The Republic of Emotion" by Bill Whittle (https://youtu.be/8PdKXTu-er4)"The Art of Living" by Dietrich von Hildebrand (http://a.co/d/e5kti4T)Works by Father Robert Spitzer, SJ (https://www.magiscenter.com/meet-fr-spitzer/)
Nov 9, 2018
30 min
Where Are Ye Faithful Gentlemen?
In this episode, we continue our series of conversations on "The Art of Living" based on the writings of renowned philosopher, Dietrich von Hildebrand and the need for cultivating more faithful men. Resources: - "The Art of Living" by Dietrich von Hildebrand (http://a.co/d/2OBoKVz) - "A Brief Reader on the Virtues of the Human Heart" by Josef Pieper (http://a.co/d/g7c90Q0)
Sep 21, 2018
28 min
A Return to Reverence
In this episode, we kick-off a new series we're calling "The Art of Living" based on the writings of renowned philosopher, Dietrich von Hildebrand. In our first discussion in the series we reflect on the need for cultivating a greater sense of reverence as Catholics and men in the church. Resources: – "In Tune with the Word: A Theory of Festivity" by Josef Pieper (http://a.co/d/3CK2qlK) – "Noble Beauty, Transcendent Holiness: Why the Modern Age Needs the Mass of Ages" by Peter Kwasniewski, Ph.D. (http://a.co/d/8hG7FgX) – "Resurgent in the Midst of Crisis: Sacred Liturgy, the Traditional Latin Mass, and Renewal in the Church" by Peter Kwasniewski, Ph.D. (http://a.co/d/eXbHV6V) Tune in to Father McTeigue's new radio program, "The Catholic Current," Monday through Friday at 5:00 p.m. by visiting: https://www.thestationofthecross.com/programs/the-catholic-current/
Aug 27, 2018
41 min
Have We Abandoned Our Boys to the Lies of the World?
In this episode, Father Robert McTeigue leads the discussion on whether we have abandoned our boys to the lies of the world, and what we can do to ensure we raise our boys with an understanding of who they are in God's eyes despite the standard the world currently presents as authentic boyhood or masculinity. Resources: – "An Ear for Men" podcast (https://anearformen.com/) – "Out of the Ashes: Rebuilding American Culture" by Anthony Esolen (http://a.co/fiWbmmj) – "Have we abandoned our boys to the lies of the world?" by Father Robert McTeigue, SJ (https://aleteia.org/2018/06/13/have-we-abandoned-our-boys-to-the-lies-of-the-world/) – "The Truth About Male Privilege" by Stefan Molyneaux (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mzYKWDx6YI) – "The War on Men" by Stefan Molyneaux (https://youtu.be/OLE3lYd0iz0) – "The Myth of Patriarchy" by Stefan Molyneaux (https://youtu.be/PVE6FSzUHr4)
Jul 23, 2018
30 min
Spiritual Warfare (pt. 3) – Preparing Our Hearts for a Return to Right Worship
In this episode we reflect on the satanic attack that poisons our heart and worship – also known as the "Cain" tactic – and how to counter this strategy with the divine remedy and gift of priesthood. Resources: – "Why Men Hate Going to Church" by David Murrow (http://a.co/4GF1nzK) – "The God Who Loves You: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" by Peter Kreeft (http://a.co/3V2xY48) – "Faith, Hope, Love" by Josef Pieper (http://a.co/blv5vJV) (Note: Not light reading; requires some background in philosophy/theology, but a worthwhile read for any Catholic)
Jun 29, 2018
40 min
Spiritual Warfare (pt. 2) – The Match Made in Hell
In this episode we reflect on the satanic attack that exploits our passivity, weakness and shame – known as the "Ahab" tactic and counter this strategy with the divine remedy of the gift of kingship. Resources: – "The Truth about Male Privilege" by Stefan Molyneaux (https://youtu.be/3mzYKWDx6YI) – "Manual for Spiritual Warfare" by Paul Thigpen (https://www.tanbooks.com/manual-for-spirtual-warfare.html) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-furrow/message
May 25, 2018
33 min
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