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The Catholic Family Podcast

Podcaster's Description: Four kids, three dogs, seven cats, two goats, 23 cows, one rabbit, a hamster, and a bird - what more could you ask for? The house is full and so are our hearts. The Catholic Family Podcast is a family-safe podcast about family life with a sprinkling of Catholic teaching thrown in for good measure. Our show is published every week.

Podcaster: adaptiman

Categories: General and Marriage and Family

Production Status:   Active (New episodes are being regularly produced for this podcast)

Recent Episodes:


Queen of the malaprops, advice to newly married couples,thanksgiving holidays at the Sweeneys North, Saint of the Day - St. Cecilia, review of The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall, SQPN reverse giving campaign, SQPN groups, teaching confirmation, the start of Advent, goodbye to Greg and Jennifer
Grandma’s Stuffing

3 onions
1/2 stalk celery
stick of butter
3 packages of Jiffy Cornbread
6 [...]

Date: November 23, 2008



In this episode: Abundant Blessings, making bows, groceries,  we’re winners, Why are we so blessed?  All Souls Gloria? Mailbag: Deacon Tom, Deaconette Dee’s 70th birthday,  Debbie from Falls Church VA. Big thank you goes out to April Swenson for the chocolate-covered pretzels.
Links in this episode:
Sweeney’s House Blessing


Date: October 28, 2008



In this episode: Catholic Family 101,  Bob’s surgery,  4-H podcast,  Confirmation Retreat, Mail Bag: Mary from Seattle, Brenda from Pennsylvania,  Mary from Minnesota.
Links in this episode:
http://gc4-h.blogspot.com/
Link to our website
Subscribe via iTunes
Contact us [a.t.] catholicfamilypodcast [dot] com
Feedback line: 206-339-8993
Final Song: 38 Acres - I Praise You
Podsafe Music Network
Graphic: Welcome to Catholic School by cgianelloni


Date: October 09, 2008



In this episode: Familiae Catholicae Centesimus Pars, Catholic Family Operetta (thank you Jennifer, Greg, Fr. Bill, Dr. Paul, Fr. Roderick, Mac, the Sweeney kids and Muzio Clementi for contributing), Ike report, laying grass, kids in the rain,  Swallows and Amazons, changes in the podcast, Chorus of Choirs, Exulatation of the Cross, your wishes and feedback.
Link [...]

Date: September 14, 2008



David and Allyson invite you to contribute to their upcoming 100th episode. Join us live on uStream Saturday, September 13th at 8pm CST for the recording. Send you audio feedback to 206-339-8993 or email us [a.t.] catholicfamilypodcast.com
Graphic by =turbojugend
Song by Thomas Bailey - Bob Walter’s Hornpipe


Date: September 08, 2008



In this episode - French Nazis from Canada, the last of the boxes, the “place that shall not be named”, school starts,  problems with Luke and Austin, Hannah Superstar,  St. Michael Mass, Mail Bag.Police Officer’s Prayer to St.  Michael
Saint Michael, heaven’s glorious commissioner of police, who once so neatly and successfully cleared God’s premises of [...]

Date: September 02, 2008



David and kids prepare yeast rolls on Sunday afternoon.


Date: August 26, 2008



In this episode: getting completely moved out of the old house-YUCK! mouse story, church raffle, review of the Mummy 3,  faith and works, Mail Bag: Dee from Arizona,  Deacon Tom,  Sarah from Ohio,  Michael from Minnesota, Final Song: Free Reign: Megastar From the podsafe music network.
Links in this episode:
USCCB Review of the Life of [...]

Date: August 20, 2008



In this episode: The top 10 things all families should do (or not do), moved-in, David’s iPhone, Deacon Tom’s column on Eating Together,  rules for eating before Mass, Mail Bag: Deacon Tom and Mrs. Deacon Tom, Mary, Ruthie, Sean the Duck Tape Guy, Fireproof the Movie.
Links in this episode:
http://www.outreach.com/ (Gary Smalley)
http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/takeaction/
http://www.fireproofmymarriage.com/
Books:
THE SURPRISING POWER [...]

Date: August 11, 2008



In this episode: David’s tomato basil soup, congratulations to P. Camarata on his 100th SaintCast, Allyson - subcontractor extraordinaire, bad parents, Allyson’s catechist workshop, challenge, Mail Call: Pat in Michigan.
David’s Tomato Basil Soup:
3 cans diced tomatoes
1 32 oz. can of V8 vegetable juice
12-15 washed fresh basil leaves
salt and pepper
1.5 sticks butter
1 pint heavy cream
Combine tomatoes, [...]

Date: July 28, 2008



In this episode: the house progresses, the O’Brien family, the problem with evil, why do bad things happen to good people? Does God will bad things?, Feature Films for Families, Mail Bag: Jim Beeghley, Mary in Virginia, Mary in Minnesota.
Visit our website
Subscribe to our podcast
email us [a.t.] catholicfamilypodcast.com
call our feedback line at 206-339-8993.
References: John Paul [...]

Date: July 11, 2008



In this episode: Happy Birthday, Jennifer, Allyson’s weekend schedule, I hate you, Mom! Grotto Dedication, Catholic New Media Celebration, Mail Bag, Sean the Duck Tape Guy, Martin from Ipswitch, Mary from Minnesota.

Links in this episode:
Swallows and Amazons
http://www.freetypinggame.net/free-typing-lesson.asp
Final Song: Bye and Bye, I’m Goin to See the King: Davis Coen
Call our comment line at 206-339-8993 [...]

Date: June 25, 2008


In this episode: swim season ends, house has granite, cultured marble, homeschooling tip, Susan Bauer, SQPN Catholic New Media Celebration, parenting tip, send us feedback for our 100th episode, feedback from Pat and Deacon Ron. Final Song: Stingray: Last Night, from the Podsafe Music Network
Call our comment line at 206-339-8993 or email us [a.t.] catholicfamilypodcast.com
Visit [...]

Date: June 17, 2008



In this episode: Allyson and David talk about the dedication of the Grotto at Christ Our Light, Nibbling Catholics, and a lengthy discussion of morals vs. religious beliefs. Final Song: Jessica Smith-Wright: Overcomer from the Podsafe Music Network.


Date: June 10, 2008



In this episode: Allyson and David talk about the dedication of the Grotto at Christ Our Light, Nibbling Catholics, and a lengthy discussion of morals vs. religious beliefs. Final Song: Jessica Smith-Wright: Overcomer from the Podsafe Music Network.
Visit our Website, Subscribe to our Podcast, call our comment line at 206-339-8993, email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com


Date: June 10, 2008



David and Allyson cut this episode short with a promise to finish their discussions on nibbling Catholics and Morals vs. Religious Beliefs tomorrow. In this episode, Grace Before Meals, Catholic New Media Celebration,  St. Ignatius of  Antioch Podcast, Homeschool Concert.


Date: June 08, 2008



David and Allyson cut this episode short with a promise to finish their discussions on nibbling Catholics and Morals vs. Religious Beliefs tomorrow. In this episode, Grace Before Meals, Catholic New Media Celebration,  St. Ignatius of  Antioch Podcast, Homeschool Concert.

Visit our Website, Subscribe to our Podcast, call our comment line at 206-339-8993, or email us [...]

Date: June 08, 2008



Here’s part 2 of the Sweeney House video. We’re in the homestretch and will probably be done by the end of June.
Feedback: us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com Comments: 206-339-8993


Date: May 27, 2008



Here’s part 2 of the Sweeney House video. We’re in the homestretch and will probably be done by the end of June.
Feedback: us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com Comments: 206-339-8993


Date: May 27, 2008



In this episode: challenges, end of the school year, house update, funny sayings, Hannah’s three wishes, David’s retreat, needs vs. wants, sequence, Mail Bag: Deacon Tom, Britt, Mary.
Links in this episode:
 Deacon Tom’s article with our picture in it
Sex in the Sacrament Podcast
Catholic Family Kids Episode #10 
Final Song: Davis Coen -  Since I Laid My Burden [...]

Date: May 09, 2008



In this episode: challenges, end of the school year, house update, funny sayings, Hannah’s three wishes, David’s retreat, needs vs. wants, sequence, Mail Bag: Deacon Tom, Britt, Mary.
Links in this episode:
 Deacon Tom’s article with our picture in it
Sex in the Sacrament Podcast
Catholic Family Kids Episode #10 
Final Song: Davis Coen -  Since I Laid My Burden [...]

Date: May 09, 2008



In this episode, David and Allyson interview Tarek Saab on his views of family life, marriage, and the most important thing young people contemplating marriage should know.
Visit Tarek Saab’s website at http://tsaab.com
Buy Tarek’s book, Gut Check: Confronting love, work & manhood in your TWENTIES at http://buygutcheck.com/


Date: April 20, 2008



In this episode, David and Allyson interview Tarek Saab on his views of family life, marriage, and the most important thing young people contemplating marriage should know.
Visit Tarek Saab’s website at http://tsaab.com
Buy Tarek’s book, Gut Check: Confronting love, work & manhood in your TWENTIES at http://buygutcheck.com/


Date: April 20, 2008



In this episode: Allyson’s reunion, great gifts, Luke grows up (a little), Mailbag: Sam, Ozguru, Naomi, Pat. Don’t miss Catholic Family Kids Episode #9


Date: April 16, 2008



In this episode: Allyson’s reunion, great gifts, Luke grows up (a little), Mailbag: Sam, Ozguru, Naomi, Pat. Don’t miss Catholic Family Kids Episode #9
Join us at the SQPN  Catholic New Media Celebration in Atlanta, GA June 22, 2008
http://sqpn.com/2008/04/07/catholic-new-media-celebration/
Links in this episode:
Homemade Play Dough
The Pope’s Minions
Final Song: Paul Wood Band: Don’t Call Me
Subscribe to our [...]

Date: April 16, 2008



In today’s episode, Allyson and David give you a sound-seeing tour of the recent dedication of the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Houston Texas. You’ll learn about the rite of dedication and many other interesting tidbits.  The music was AWESOME!
Archdiocese’s Co-Cathedral website:
http://www.diogh.org/cocathedral/dedication/index.htm
Local ABC affiliate that has video of the dedication:
http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/local&id=6053988
email us [...]

Date: April 07, 2008



In today’s episode, Allyson and David give you a sound-seeing tour of the recent dedication of the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Houston Texas. You’ll learn about the rite of dedication and many other interesting tidbits.  The music was AWESOME!
Archdiocese’s Co-Cathedral website:
http://www.diogh.org/cocathedral/dedication/index.htm
Local ABC affiliate that has video of the dedication:
http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/local&id=6053988
email us [...]

Date: April 07, 2008



In this episode; Easter servers, tired ministers, Clue opinions, burning holy oils, and LOTS of feedback. Contact us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com or call the comment line at 206-339-8993.
Links in this episode:

U.S. Conference Statement on Washing of the Feet
Response to the USCCB statement on the Washing of the Feet
Catholic Liturgical Library entry on Washing of the Feet
Wikipedia’s [...]

Date: March 25, 2008



In this episode; Easter servers, tired ministers, Clue opinions, burning holy oils, and LOTS of feedback. Contact us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com or call the comment line at 206-339-8993.
Links in this episode:

U.S. Conference Statement on Washing of the Feet
Response to the USCCB statement on the Washing of the Feet
Catholic Liturgical Library entry on Washing of the Feet
Wikipedia’s [...]

Date: March 25, 2008



The liturgical adventure concludes with Holy Saturday, the Mass of Light. Learn about the most important celebration of the entire liturgical year.
Call the comment line at 206-339-8993 or email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com


Date: March 22, 2008



The liturgical adventure concludes with Holy Saturday, the Mass of Light. Learn about the most important celebration of the entire liturgical year.
Call the comment line at 206-339-8993 or email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com


Date: March 22, 2008


 
A liturgical adventure into Good Friday, the Commemoration of the Passion of the Lord Jesus Christ. Learn about veneration of the cross and the reproaches.
Call the comment line at 206-339-8993 or email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com


Date: March 20, 2008


 
A liturgical adventure into Good Friday, the Commemoration of the Passion of the Lord Jesus Christ. Learn about veneration of the cross and the reproaches.
Call the comment line at 206-339-8993 or email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com


Date: March 20, 2008



A liturgical adventure into Holy Thursday, the Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Learn about the institution of the Eucharist, priesthood and the mandatum of love.
Call the comment line at 206-339-8993 or email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com


Date: March 19, 2008



A liturgical adventure into Holy Thursday, the Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Learn about the institution of the Eucharist, priesthood and the mandatum of love.
Call the comment line at 206-339-8993 or email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com


Date: March 19, 2008



A special bonus CFP down by the river. Take it easy, relax and listen to the running water. Email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com, or call the comment line: 206-339-8993.



Date: March 15, 2008



A special bonus CFP down by the river. Take it easy, relax and listen to the running water. Email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com, or call the comment line: 206-339-8993.



Date: March 15, 2008




Family Life

Blessing of the Statues
St. Patrick Festival
Clue cheating?
Lesson 3 - Catholic Family Brewer


Church Life

Lord’s supper at other churches


Mail Bag:

Mary from Minnesota
Big Dan from Missouri wrote about
Deacon Tom


Set of Surprise Episodes coming up you don’t want to miss
email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com
Comment Line: 206-339-8993
Final Song:
Matt Chandler: You have Given Me Hope

Matt Chandler
“You Have Given Me Hope” [...]

Date: March 10, 2008




Family Life

Blessing of the Statues
St. Patrick Festival
Clue cheating?
Lesson 3 - Catholic Family Brewer


Church Life

Lord’s supper at other churches


Mail Bag:

Mary from Minnesota
Big Dan from Missouri wrote about
Deacon Tom


Set of Surprise Episodes coming up you don’t want to miss
email us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com
Comment Line: 206-339-8993
Final Song:
Matt Chandler: You have Given Me Hope

Matt Chandler
“You Have Given Me Hope” [...]

Date: March 10, 2008



Here’s the long awaited Sweeney House video. This is our first video episode that we’ve posted so don’t expect much. The workers were putting the roof on the house while we were filming so it’s pretty noisy. But you do get to see the kids, hear Hannah whine, see Austin bleed profusely, hear [...]

Date: March 04, 2008



Here’s the long awaited Sweeney House video. This is our first video episode that we’ve posted so don’t expect much. The workers were putting the roof on the house while we were filming so it’s pretty noisy. But you do get to see the kids, hear Hannah whine, see Austin bleed profusely, hear [...]

Date: March 04, 2008



Link to the CFP episode 77

Family Life

Big Joe Polka Show
Brave Combo: http://brave.com/bo
Canoing with the Guys


Mail Bag:

Craig


Church Life

The Right Stuff
Taize service



Contact us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com
Comment Line: 206-339-8993
Footprints by Lauperr
Final Song: Motorist Jones: Baptism


Date: February 25, 2008



Link to the CFP episode 77

Family Life

Big Joe Polka Show
Brave Combo: http://brave.com/bo
Canoing with the Guys


Mail Bag:

Craig


Church Life

The Right Stuff
Taize service



Contact us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com
Comment Line: 206-339-8993
Footprints by Lauperr
Final Song: Motorist Jones: Baptism


Date: February 25, 2008




House
Potato Chip Polka
Big Joe Polka Show
Hormones? Austin
Catholic Family Brewer Lesson #2
Lenten Observances

Stations
Service Project


Mail Bag:

Oz Guru
Debbie
Juan



contact us by emailing us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com
comment line: 206-339-8993


Date: February 20, 2008



Link to CFP episode #076

House
Potato Chip Polka
Big Joe Polka Show
Hormones? Austin
Catholic Family Brewer Lesson #2
Lenten Observances

Stations
Service Project


Mail Bag:

Oz Guru
Debbie
Juan



contact us by emailing us [at] catholicfamilypodcast.com
comment line: 206-339-8993


Date: February 20, 2008





Link to the Show
Sick Sweeneys
House is coming along
Southwest Liturgical Conference
Parenting Tip - Hate the Sin and Love the Sinner
Deacon Tom’s Feb - Column - Catholic Family Lenten Life is Different
Mail Bag

Deacon Tom
Pat
Kris



Final Song:
Matt Chandler
“You Have Given Me Hope” (mp3)
from “I Am Yours”
(RecEDGe Records)
Buy at CD Baby
Buy at iTunes Music Store
More On [...]

Date: February 04, 2008





Link to the Show
Sick Sweeneys
House is coming along
Southwest Liturgical Conference
Parenting Tip - Hate the Sin and Love the Sinner
Deacon Tom’s Feb - Column - Catholic Family Lenten Life is Different
Mail Bag

Deacon Tom
Pat
Kris



Final Song:
Matt Chandler
“You Have Given Me Hope” (mp3)
from “I Am Yours”
(RecEDGe Records)
Buy at CD Baby
Buy at iTunes Music Store
More On [...]

Date: February 04, 2008



In this episode: Family Life: Thanks for donating to SQPN/Rosary Army, house grows, need bathtub advice, Kathryn’s bedtime, Wii Tickets, Church Life; What is a liturgical conference? Mail Bag; Elizabeth, Ozg, Stanley, Kay, Brian from Whidbey Island, WA, Bob McWilliams on SuperPoke.
Links in this episode:

Link to the show
Southwest Liturgical Conference, 2007
Artwork by Namelessblob

NFP Links:

CFP [...]

Date: January 16, 2008



In this episode: Family Life: Thanks for donating to SQPN/Rosary Army, house grows, need bathtub advice, Kathryn’s bedtime, Wii Tickets, Church Life; What is a liturgical conference? Mail Bag; Elizabeth, Ozg, Stanley, Kay, Brian from Whidbey Island, WA, Bob McWilliams on SuperPoke.
Links in this episode:

Link to the show
Southwest Liturgical Conference, 2007
Artwork by Namelessblob

NFP Links:

CFP [...]

Date: January 16, 2008



The Catholic Family records their last podcast of 2007 while broadcasting live on U-Stream during the 2007 SQPN Fund Drive Podcasting Marathon. Topics include; Parties, Holy Days of Obligation, Homemade Chip Clips, Allyson plays the final song.
Link to the Show


Date: December 31, 2007


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