14: St. Joseph, Fatherhood and the Spiritual Life

Many have heard of the new Synod launched by Pope Francis, but what is it all about? Father Darrin Connall joins Bishop Daly to discuss the Synod on Synodality. They discuss Pope Francis' call for the synod, the hopes for the synodal process and how that process will include the laity and clergy here on a local level before the Bishops meet in Rome. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

On this replay episode, Bishop Daly welcomes Dr. Doug Kries of Gonzaga Univerity's Philosophy Department. Dr. Kries is the author of several books, the most recent he co-authored with fellow Gonzaga professor, Brian Clayton, entitled Two Wing: Integrating Faith and Reason. https://www.amazon.com/Two-Wings-Integrating-Faith-Reason/dp/1621641953/ref=sr11?ie=UTF8&qid=1536361477&sr=8-1&keywords=two+wings For more on Dr. Douglas Kries, visit his website: www.douglaskries.com Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Douglas Kries, PhD.

Join Bishop Daly for a "best of" episode with Fr. Lucas Tomson as they discuss the brilliant life and unifying work of St. Augustine whose personal transformation has profoundly impacted Western Civilization for the last 16 centuries by providing a captivating template for knowing God. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Lucas Tomson.

Join Bishop Daly and Fr. Kyle Ratuiste for a special episode, Bishop Daly and Fr. Ratuiste are interviewed by a guest host as they share their vocations story and their hopes for a culture of vocations in the diocese. Fr. Kyle Ratuiste is the vocations director for the diocese and the parochial vicar at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Kyle Ratuiste.

Join Bishop Daly and Monsignor Mark Pautler as they discuss the history and purpose of Canon or Church Law. Monsignor Pautler is the Judical Vicar and Chancellor of the Diocese. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Monsignor Mark Pautler.

Join Bishop Daly and Father Pat Kerst as they discuss the realities of pastoring a parish during COVID. From virtual Masses to connecting with parishioners and keeping schools open, pastors had their hands full. Father Pat Kerst is the Vicar for Priests in the Diocese of Spokane and Pastor of St. Thomas More in North Spokane. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

Join Bishop Daly and Deacon John Ruscheinsky as they discuss the history of Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, the center's efforts to continue retreat ministry during COVID, the COVIC recovery center at IHRC, and the current plans for reopening this summer. Immaculate Heart Retreat Center offers a variety of facilities in an ideal environment for retreats and group meetings. Located on the Moran Prarie Immaculate Heart is truly a wonderful place to pray and ponder. www.ihrc.net Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

Join Bishop Daly and Fr. Daniel Barnett as they discuss St. Joseph. In a letter published in December of 2020 Pope Francis explored seven themes of fatherhood in the life of St. Joseph. These themes tell us about Joseph, but also about fatherhood, car, and the spiritual life. Join Bishop and Fr. Barnett as they divide into these topics. www.dioceseofspokane.org/joseph Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Daniel Barnett.

The obligation to attend Sunday Mass is being restored in the Diocese of Spokane on the Feast of Corpus Christi, June 6th. Bishop Daly wrote in his letter to the diocese, "God does not need to be worshipped. We, however, need to worship God out of a profound sense of gratitude for all the gifts He has given to us. The obligation to attend Mass should not be seen as a burden but rather an act of love for the Lord." Listen as Bishop Daly and Fr. Darrin Connall discuss the Mass and the importance of the Sunday obligation in our lives as Catholics. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

In this best-of episode, originally recorded in 2017, Bishop Daly interviews Father Gary Thomas. Fr. Thomas is the official exorcist of the Diocese of San Jose. He has served in that role since 2005 after being sent to Rome by the Bishop of San Jose to attend classes on the Rite of Exorcism. While in Rome studying, Fr. Thomas met a journalist, Matt Baglio, who asked him if he could write a book about his training as an exorcist. That book, The Rite: Making of a Modern Exorcist, was later adapted into a movie, The Rite, staring Anthony Hopkins. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Gary Thomas.