The Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show
A Catholic Deacon and layperson discuss a variety of topics related to the Catholic faith.
The Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show
Latest Episodes
Spiritual Friends: A Reflection on the Readings for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the importance of spiritual mentorship and friendship, using a personal experience with a bald eagle as a metaphor for recognizing God's presence.Key themes include:Recognizing God's vo...
Duped: A Reflection on the Readings for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
This reflection (0:00 - 6:36) explores the spiritual concept of feeling "duped" by God—a feeling of being overwhelmed when called to a task that feels outside one's comfort zone. The speaker shares personal experiences of resistance and eventua...
Not Why, but How: A Reflection on the Readings for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
This reflection by Layperson Lisa centers on the theme of surrender as a spiritual response to life's challenges, specifically drawing from the readings for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time.Key takeaways from the reflection include:...
Persevere: A Reflection on the Readings for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the theme of perseverance in faith and prayer, using the story of the Canaanite woman (Matthew 15:21-28) to offer comfort for those feeling spiritually dry or distracted.Key Takeaways:A...
Step Out of the Boat: A Reflection on the Readings for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time
In this reflection on the readings for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Layperson Lisa discusses the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones, drawing parallels between the biblical story of Peter walking on water and ev...
