St. Louis Parish Podcast
Discussing the current happenings of parish life, as well as relevant topics to parishioners to help strengthen and guide their spiritual lives.
Episodes
67 episodes
Ida Görres on the Saints and Sanctity, by Dr. Jennifer Bryson
Dr. Jennifer Bryson, Ethics and Public Policy Center Fellow in Catholic Women's Forum presented at the Little Way Café on Thursday April 23, 2026 on the profound insights on the saints and ...
Episode 54: The Best Version of Yourself (Is Jesus Living In You)
We often hear the phrase "Be the best version of yourself," but through a Catholic lens, this means letting Jesus live through you fully. Listen to Fr. O'Hare delve into this topic, and how it relates to the vertical and horizontal ...
Episode 53: Domestic Church Series - Catechists of the Home and Church
Tune in to hear Sam and Zoe Massey, a father-daughter duo who have experienced our St. Louis Confirmation Program as both student and teacher. Listen to their unique perspectives on teaching, learning, and living the Faith.
Episode 52: Leading Others to Jesus Through Music feat. John Finch
Listen to singer, songwriter, and worship leader John Finch speak about his musical journey from learning piano at an early age, to writing his own music, to leading large worship events all across the country. John's mission is to ...
Episode 51: How Music Moves the Soul
Fr. O'Hare and Andrew Lane discuss the role music plays in the liturgy, as well as how it can prime our emotions in a way that can lead us into deep prayer.
Episode 50: Holy Laity Are the Church's Showpiece
Fr. O'Hare, alongside parish employees Carmen Lane and Jamie Hickman, have written a book highlighting the vital role lay people play in the Church, going so far as to say that they are the true trophy of the Church. Books are avai...
Episode 49: For Men Only - Part 3
Fr. Luke Poczatek delves into the importance of building a relationship with Jesus, and how this may be the key to overcoming one's struggle with pornography and masturbation.
Domestic Church Series - Practicing the Presence of God in Your Heart (Guard, Enter, & Adorn the Sanctuary) with Fr. James Brent, OP
Contemplata https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLl6gd_KM9BTUy9uwC7YTDFdolHBFwCQkGThe Father's House: Discoverin...
Episode 48: For Men Only - Part 2
Fr. Thompson outlines his 3 pillars for overcoming the struggles with pornography and masturbation. 1. Prayer and Devotion2. Self Care and Relationships3. Internet Accountability
Episode 46: How to Actually Keep Your New Year's Resolution
Making a New Year's resolution is always easier than keeping one! In this episode, Fr. O'Hare delves into the tips given by James Clear in his book "Atomic Habits" to help us make resolutions that last the entire year.
Episode 45: How to Become Catholic Through OCIA (with Fr. Thompson)
Listen to Fr. Thompson describe the process of OCIA here at St. Louis, the different paths people take to conversion, and how to register for classes beginning in January 2026!
Episode 44: Domestic Church Series - Family Advent Traditions
Parishioners Stephen and Hillary share the different Advent traditions they've developed to help engage their children and invite the Trinity into their own domestic church. Every family is different, but perhaps this episode will ...
Episode 43: Catholic Charities - Loving Like Christ (with Vikki Bea)
Vikki Bea, parish liaison for Catholic Charities, shares her heartfelt journey of adopting 2 children through this wonderful organization. She also details her involvement with Catholic Charities over the past 4 decades, leading mu...
Episode 42: The Domestic Church Series Introduction (with Jamie Hickman)
Tune in and listen to Director of Faith Formation, Jamie Hickman, introduce our upcoming and ongoing Domestic Church series. In this series we will feature families of St. Louis Parish and the different ways in which they build up t...
Episode 41: Lectio Divina - A Guided Meditation
Mother and daughter Monica and Grace share their experiences with Lectio Divina. Listen to them explain the process and pray alongside us in this guided meditation on a passage from the Gospel of Luke.Lectio Divina Guided Meditation begi...
Episode 40: Monsignor Bob Cilinski - The Diocesan Week of Service
Monsignor Bob Cilinski, Episcopal Vicar for Charitable Works and Pastor of Nativity Parish, speaks about returning to his childhood place of worship, and the charitable works occurring all over the diocese for this week's Diocesan Week of Servi...
Episode 39: Love in Action - The Pastoral Care of the Homebound
For nearly two decades, Chris Bouquet and Jim McCracken have carried the Eucharist — and the comforting presence of the Church — to those unable to attend Mass in person. In this episode, they share the profound moments, personal connections, a...
Episode 38: Bishop Burbidge - The Voice of Our Shepherd
Listen to our in-depth conversation with Bishop Burbidge about the importance of using modern communications tools to reach the faithful of the Diocese of Arlington and St. Louis Parish.
Episode 37: Walking with Purpose - Women Growing in Faith & Friendship
Listen to Carmen Lane and Eva Villalobos speak about their experience with the Walking with Purpose: Women's Bible Study group. They share the benefits of accountability, prayer, and friendship among their small groups (not to menti...
Episode 36: The Best Advice Fr. O'Hare Could Give in 10 Minutes
If given only 10 minutes to speak with each person at St. Louis, Fr. O'Hare would share the lessons in this one book: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry.
Episode 35: Outreach at Home - How St. Vincent de Paul Society Cares For Our Neighbors
Listen to Jim Paton (President) and Ashley Kulisz (Head of Recruitment) share the wonderful work they do in helping our neighbors find financial stability in times of crisis.
Episode 34: New Mass, New Class - Parish Updates!
Fr. O'Hare discusses the goals and vision behind two new parish initiatives: a new 5:15pm Sunday Mass and "Come and See: A Graduate Level Course in Theology."Both of these provide new opportunities for parishioners to engage in their fai...
Episode 33: The New Youth Ministry - Small Groups, Big Impact
Listen to High School (Daniel & Anna) teens and Parent Volunteers (Time & Katie) share the benefits of the new St. Louis Youth Ministry Model: Small Groups. What was once a hangout for teens to hear Faith-based messaging, h...
Episode 32: Brotherhood in Action - Life as a Knight of Columbus
Join us for a conversation with Chuck Roman as we explore how the Knights bring men together in faith, unity, and service. From food drives and parish fundraisers to weekly gatherings and large social events, the Knights strengthen...