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What do two Catholic men who believe in God and love the Church sound like when they have a conversation? Listen to ‘”A New York Catholic Conversation” to hear for yourself. For several years every Thursday morning, Frank Alagia and Deacon John Catalano would have breakfast after the 7am Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and they would talk about things they cared about; the daily Gospel message, the Sacraments, Holy Days, forgiveness, and any number of topics of interest to Catholic people. Both men are deeply committed to the teachings of the Catholic Church and to a sacramental life with Christ, and they want their loved ones to know that this life is available to everyone! They are not scholars but they are passionate about their faith, and they engage in a lively, brief exchange every week about all things Catholic. They have a beautiful faith and a true love, and they want you to have it as well. Join Frank and Deacon John each week and see if their Conversation makes sense for you. Contact us at anycatholicconversation@gmail.com or john@jc.training -------------------------- DEACON JOHN CATALANO was ordained by Cardinal Timothy Dolan in 2016 and assigned as Deacon to his home parish of Our Lady of Perpetual Help-St. Catharine’s in Pelham, NY, where he has lived with his wife Josephine for thirty years. John and Josephine have three adult children: Angela, Christina, and Joseph. John has a Master’s degree in Church Management from Villanova University and is the author of a book, ”Does God Speak to Us? What about Me?,” a dialog between himself and his two Catholic daughters, about faith and hope in the Church today. Deacon John’s background is in Advertising Sales, where he worked at places like NBC, USA Networks, and Fox Television, and has now developed a training program for Parishes called ‘Building Community through Parish Leadership’. John has served for several years at the 7 a.m. Mass on Thursdays at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Manhattan, and is pleased to be working with Frank Alagia on their podcast. -------------------------- FRANK ALAGIA is a life-long resident of Rockville Centre, NY and parishioner at St. Agnes Cathedral. He was one of the most highly-recruited schoolboy athletes as a senior point guard at St. Agnes High School. He attended St. John’s University, where he earned a B.S. degree in Communications. He co-captained the basketball team in his senior year under Coach Lou Carnesecca and was named to the prestigious East-West All-Star team. He was also enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame as the Naismith Award winner in 1976. Frank has enjoyed a 45-year career on Wall Street and has been a daily Communicant for most of his adult life. He and his wife, Marie, have been married for 35 years and have four children.
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Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
MIRACLES. Miracles on earth have a purpose. The signs worked by Jesus attest that He is the Son of God, and they can draw us to faith in Him. For those who believe, God works miracles through His disciples, and through the Saints, to heal, to save, and to love.
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Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
GUILT. A guilty conscience may be a warning that we have done something morally wrong. If we examine our conscience and admit our fault, we can seek the healing and mercy of God. Yes, guilt has a purpose – to bring us to the Lord.
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Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
CORRECTION VS. CONDEMNATION. We are commanded to "judge not," and we do not possess authority to condemn, but there are times when we are called to offer a word of correction to those who are hurting themselves or others. Let’s discuss when, and how.
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Thursday Feb 03, 2022
Thursday Feb 03, 2022
MARRIAGE. We take a vow, and make a promise, and it’s forever. It is a sacred bond, a sacrament, and for it to be successful, we need the grace that comes from God.
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Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
Wednesday Jan 26, 2022
PRIDE. How much does it bother you when you feel ignored? And do feel as though you always need to be right? The Bible says, “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble”. Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey, and gave us a model to follow. So be aware of signs of pride within.
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Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
DISCIPLESHIP. We are all called to be disciples, but what’s the best path to discipleship? We must each use the unique talents that we’ve been given, to build up the Body of Christ. Then we’ll be prepared to take up our cross, and follow Him.
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Sunday Jan 09, 2022
Sunday Jan 09, 2022
HELL. People prefer to think of eternal life in terms of peace, happiness, and everlasting joy. But those who turn from God in this life, face the prospect of eternal torment and everlasting pain. We don’t know who ends up in hell, but the Bible is clear that not everyone goes to Heaven.
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Friday Dec 31, 2021
Friday Dec 31, 2021
WHAT IS OUR RESPONSE? When people criticize the Church, or say what turns them off, what do we say in response? We know we cannot convert people simply by "winning the argument," but we can and should confidently defend the Church by offering answers in a knowledgeable and non-threatening way.
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Saturday Dec 18, 2021
Saturday Dec 18, 2021
BAD THOUGHTS. Most of us experience them on a regular basis, and they are not sinful, in and of themselves. But it’s important to be conscious of our thoughts, so that they do not become occasions of sin.
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Friday Dec 10, 2021
Friday Dec 10, 2021
THE COMING OF CHRIST. Advent is a season of reflection, prayer, and action, as we ready ourselves once again for the coming of our newborn king. Adventus Christi invites us to rediscover how Jesus enters our lives every day in the Sacraments, especially in the Eucharist. What are you doing this year to prepare?
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