The Prodigal Life

Ep93. Recruiting Priests for The Army & Bearing the Burden of War w/ Fr. Peter Pomposello

Our second episode with Father Peter Pomposello we discuss his mission to recruit priests for the army. In our conversation we address the sacrifice of being a soldier, the necessary threat of violence, just war, moral injury of taking life, and Catholic moral teaching. This is a powerful episode you do not want to miss! Episode 93 SHOW HOSTS: Deacon Harold Burke Sivers Nick De La Torre Ellen Holmes Steeves LeBlanc SUPPORT our show: theprodigallife.com SHOW PAGE: https://www.awakencatholic.org/the-prodigal-life/recruiting-priests-for-the-army-and-bearing-the-burden-of-war-w-fr-peter-pomposello Catholic Gifts - https://catholic.store/collections/prodigal-life-deacon-dan-sivers-gift-guide Catholic SWAG - https://catholicmerch.store Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43oYVj8mBYGWhOCMxwQshL?si=5e80269564844207 Find us on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigal-life/id1599203072 Bring Nick De La Torre to your parish or event! - https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission

Ep92. Torn Between Getting Married and Becoming a Priest w/ Fr. Peter Pomposello

In this episode we are joined by military chaplain Father Peter Pomposello to talk about his life story. Father Peter shares about growing up Catholic, falling away, joining the army, and breaking up with his girlfriend to become a priest. Episode 92 SHOW HOSTS: Deacon Harold Burke Sivers Nick De La Torre Ellen Holmes Steeves LeBlanc SUPPORT our show: theprodigallife.com SHOW PAGE: https://www.awakencatholic.org/the-prodigal-life/torn-between-getting-married-and-becoming-a-priest-w-fr-peter-pomposello Catholic Gifts - https://catholic.store/collections/prodigal-life-deacon-dan-sivers-gift-guide Catholic SWAG - https://catholicmerch.store Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43oYVj8mBYGWhOCMxwQshL?si=5e80269564844207 Find us on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigal-life/id1599203072 Bring Nick De La Torre to your parish or event! - https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission

Ep91. Q&A: Death and Mortal Sin, Origins of the Universe, and Addressing Atheism

In this episode we take your questions and comments from the last 6 months and respond to the most interesting and controversial ones. We begin addressing what it means to be made in the image of God, the origins of the universe, could something have created God, the importance of “free will”, and the issue of mortal sin and death. Episode 91 SHOW HOSTS: Deacon Harold Burke Sivers Nick De La Torre Ellen Holmes Steeves LeBlanc SUPPORT our show: theprodigallife.com SHOW PAGE: https://www.awakencatholic.org/the-prodigal-life/q-and-a-death-and-mortal-sin-origins-of-the-universe-and-addressing-atheism Catholic Gifts - https://catholic.store/collections/prodigal-life-deacon-dan-sivers-gift-guide Catholic SWAG - https://catholicmerch.store Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43oYVj8mBYGWhOCMxwQshL?si=5e80269564844207 Find us on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigal-life/id1599203072 Bring Nick De La Torre to your parish or event! - https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission

Ep90. The Creation of Parousia Media | Humble Beginnings with Fiery Purpose - Pt.2 w/ Charbel Raish

In our second episode with Charbel Raish we learn about what inspired him to found Pouresia Media. It all started with Charbel’s need to understand his own faith, some cassettes of Scott Hahn, learning apologetics, and recognizing a need in Australia for Catholic media. From humble beginnings, to financial struggles, the temptation to give up, and random blessings along the way Parousia Media is now a growing media distributor and production company serving Australia and New Zealand. Episode 90 SHOW HOSTS: Deacon Harold Burke Sivers Nick De La Torre Ellen Holmes Steeves LeBlanc SUPPORT our show: theprodigallife.com Charbel's Website - https://www.parousiamedia.com/charbelraish/ Charbel’s Book - https://www.amazon.com/How-Islam-Led-Back-Christ/dp/064819843X SHOW PAGE: https://www.awakencatholic.org/the-prodigal-life/ Catholic Gifts - https://catholic.store/collections/prodigal-life-deacon-dan-sivers-gift-guide Catholic SWAG - https://catholicmerch.store Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43oYVj8mBYGWhOCMxwQshL?si=5e80269564844207 Find us on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigal-life/id1599203072 Bring Nick De La Torre to your parish or event! - https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission

Ep89. Islam Made Me a Better Catholic - Pt.1 w/ Charbel Raish

In this episode we are joined by Charbel Raish, the founder of Parousia Media. Charbel describes his journey of faith and how his interest in Islam ultimately made him a better Catholic. From being born into a Catholic family, to being drawn to Islam as a teenager, beginning his search for truth, discovering Christ in the Tabernacle, and having respectful discussions with Muslims, Charbel’s incredible story reveals the power of one's openness to God and truth. Episode 89 SHOW HOSTS: Deacon Harold Burke Sivers Nick De La Torre Ellen Holmes Steeves LeBlanc SUPPORT our show: theprodigallife.com Charbel's Website - https://www.parousiamedia.com/charbelraish/ Charbel’s Book - https://www.amazon.com/How-Islam-Led-Back-Christ/dp/064819843X SHOW PAGE: https://www.awakencatholic.org/the-prodigal-life/islam-made-me-a-better-catholic-w-charbel-raish Catholic Gifts - https://catholic.store/collections/prodigal-life-deacon-dan-sivers-gift-guide Catholic SWAG - https://catholicmerch.store Find us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/43oYVj8mBYGWhOCMxwQshL?si=5e80269564844207 Find us on ApplePodcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigal-life/id1599203072 Bring Nick De La Torre to your parish or event! - https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission