ChatCTK: A Podcast Exploring Life and Faith

A Final Interview with Fr. Dexter

In this episode, we are joined for one last time by Fr. Dexter Brewer, pastor of Christ the King for these last 17 years. We talk about his plans for retirement, the significance of Prudence in his life, and what his time at Christ the King has meant to him.

Carolyn Goddard on Centering Prayer

In this episode, we are joined by longtime parishioner Carolyn Goddard, who for many years facilitated centering prayer and lectio divina groups here at Christ the King. We talk about the practice of centering prayer, how it fits in with other forms of prayer, and the importance of silence in the spiritual life.

Fr. Dexter on Conscience

In this episode, we are joined by CTK pastor Fr. Dexter Brewer, who recently led two Sunday morning adult education sessions on conscience in Catholic teaching and practice. We talk about the importance of conscience, the importance of listening to that quiet voice within, and the struggles that Catholics often have over matters of conscience.

Richard Rodgers on Dream Work

In this episode, we are joined by Christ the King parishioner Richard Rodgers, who facilitates a monthly dream group here at the parish. We talk about the significance of our nighttime dreaming, and Richard describes his experience with dream work, the practice of sharing one’s dreams with a group in order to uncover what our deeper selves, our angels, or even God might be telling us.

Fr. Dexter on the Easter Triduum

In this episode, Fr. Dexter Brewer returns to talk about the Easter Triduum. We discuss his favorite parts of these most holy days of our liturgical year, and he reflects on the nature of liturgy and why these solemn rituals are so powerful.