Podcasts

Life After the Easter Vigil
Life After the Easter Vigil
Dave explores mystagogy, the often overlooked final stage of OCIA that begins after the Easter Vigil and calls new Catholics to go deeper into the mysteries they’ve just entered. Rather... Read more...
The Most Catholic Night of the Year, The Easter Vigil
The Most Catholic Night of the Year, The Easter Vigil
Gomer and Dave unpack the rich symbolism of the Church’s liturgical celebration with baptism, confirmation, and the Eucharist. Read more...
Choosing Catholic Sponsors: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Choosing Catholic Sponsors: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Gomer and Dave open up about aging parents, suffering, and the mysterious ways God uses weakness to shape saints. They also talk about what a sponsor truly is. Read more...
The Hidden Depth of OCIA: Purification & Enlightenment
The Hidden Depth of OCIA: Purification & Enlightenment
Whether you’re in OCIA ministry or simply curious about the Church’s process of formation, discover a fresh vision of Lent, conversion, and discipleship. Read more...
Formed, Not Just Informed: The Catechumenate Explained
Formed, Not Just Informed: The Catechumenate Explained
This isn't a curriculum, it’s a pattern of life. Gomer and Dave dive into the heart of the catechumenate: what it is, why it matters, and how it transforms us. Read more...
What It Really Means to Enter the Church: The Rite of Acceptance Explained
What It Really Means to Enter the Church: The Rite of Acceptance Explained
Gomer and Dave unpack the Rite of Acceptance into the OCIA process and why it marks a serious turning point in someone’s journey toward Christ.  Read more...
Why OCIA Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)
Why OCIA Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)
OCIA is meant to guide people into a living relationship with Jesus Christ, but too often it skips the most important step: real evangelization. Gomer and Dave break down the... Read more...
OCIA, Conversion, and What You Can Do
OCIA, Conversion, and What You Can Do
Are we having a Catholic revival? Gomer and Dave return to unpack one of the most important processes in the Catholic Church, OCIA. Read more...
The Mission Every Catholic School Must Embrace
The Mission Every Catholic School Must Embrace
Dave VanVickle sits down with Christina Mahaffey, principal of FINA Academy in Irving, Texas, to explore how a school can authentically live its Catholic mission. Read more...
How to Face Evil in the World as a Christian
How to Face Evil in the World as a Christian
Dave calls us to finish Lent strong through prayer, especially at abortion clinics, and to respond wisely to evil. Rather than fixating on shocking cases, we should focus on everyday... Read more...
Bringing the Gospel to Inner City Kids
Bringing the Gospel to Inner City Kids
Most people drive past inner city neighborhoods—but missionaries from Vagabond Missions walk straight into them. Read more...
When Sports and Faith Collide
When Sports and Faith Collide
It’s easy to see sports as a distraction from faith, but what if they’re actually a powerful path to it?  Read more...
Holy Disobedience?
Holy Disobedience?
Dave speaks to Jim Beckman, director of Impact Center, to explore what it means to be a missionary disciple. Together, they dive into the messiness of mission. Read more...
Have You Made This Radical Discovery?
Have You Made This Radical Discovery?
What is your true mission here on earth? In this solo episode, Dave dives into what it actually looks like to advance the Kingdom of Heaven in our busy world. Read more...
Overcome Your Fear of Evangelization
Overcome Your Fear of Evangelization
Dave and Gomer talk with Jonathan Cardinal to explore how each of us is called to be a living witness, leading others not just by words, but by example. Read more...
Evangelizing Without Pushing People Away
Evangelizing Without Pushing People Away
How do we truly accompany people into the Catholic Church? Dave and Gomer chat with Kevin Pesek, the Campus Minister at St. Mary's Catholic Center at Texas A&M. Read more...
7 Steps to Become More Like the Holy Family
7 Steps to Become More Like the Holy Family
How can we bring holiness and harmony into our homes? Gomer sits down with Mike DiCosola to guide families in living more like the Holy Family.  Read more...
Your New Years Resolution is Not Enough
Your New Years Resolution is Not Enough
Dave and Gomer discuss the fuller way to approach your New Year’s resolution and share Bible verses to guide your 2026! Read more...
Fr. Mike Schmitz on Parables, Zionism and Deadlifting
Fr. Mike Schmitz on Parables, Zionism and Deadlifting
Fr. Mike joins Gomer and Dave on this week's episode to discuss the impact of the Parables on our lives today. Find out how the Parables tour came to be,... Read more...
A Christmas Message to You!
A Christmas Message to You!
Dave and Gomer have a short but special Christmas message about the incarnation. We pray your Christmas season is filled with the joy and peace of Christ! Read more...
Surprise Guest Announcement, Answering Audience Questions and a Sneak Peak to Next Season
Surprise Guest Announcement, Answering Audience Questions and a Sneak Peak to Next Season
Big News! Fr. Mike Schmitz will be joining EKSB for the closing episode of the Parables, stay tuned! Dave and Gomer share what the next season will look like! Read more...
This is a Scary Parable
This is a Scary Parable
Many are called but few are chosen. Gomer and Dave discuss the Parable of the Wedding Feast and invite us to reflect on this question: Am I in the kingdom? Read more...
The Kingdom of Heaven is Like…
The Kingdom of Heaven is Like…
Think your actions don’t matter? Don’t be fooled; the Gospel is made up of small acts with great faith. How are you living for Heaven today? Read more...
Who Do You Need to Forgive?
Who Do You Need to Forgive?
How can you lift your eyes towards God and soften your heart for your neighbor today? Gomer is back and tells his story of surgery and recovery! Continuing through the... Read more...
Beauty Will Save the World
Beauty Will Save the World
“The abortion industry and the prochoice movement, so much of it is about destroying beauty.” Dave talks with an artist, who’s using her talent for God. Read more...
How to Handle the Haters (w/ Marie Mazzanti)
How to Handle the Haters (w/ Marie Mazzanti)
Dave talks with Marie Mazzanti, a Catholic mom of 5, about her media presence and mission to evangelize. She reflects on using humor to bring the Gospel to life Read more...
How To Evangelize Family During the Holidays
How To Evangelize Family During the Holidays
How can I have tough conversations with my family during the holidays? Dave reminds us to build trust before you try to evangelize. Read more...
What Fruit Are You Producing?
What Fruit Are You Producing?
“The kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people that will produce its fruit.” Pause and ask yourself: what fruit are you producing today? Read more...
Who is My Neighbor?
Who is My Neighbor?
“But because he wished to justify himself, he said to Jesus, ‘And who is my neighbor?’” Mike and Dave break down the Parable of the Good Samaritan. Read more...
You Are Never Too Far Gone
You Are Never Too Far Gone
Do you struggle to humble yourself when you make a mistake? Mike and Dave discuss the parable of the Prodigal Son and explain the themes found in this parable.  Read more...
Your Money Is Blinding You
Your Money Is Blinding You
Are you blind to the needs of your neighbor? Mike and Dave unpack “The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus”, breaking down this story, line by line.  Read more...
This Parable Confuses Me the Most
This Parable Confuses Me the Most
How do we make sense of parables that seem confusing at first? What does Jesus mean when He says to “make friends with dishonest wealth”?  Read more...
Which Soil Are You? Living the Parable of the Sower
Which Soil Are You? Living the Parable of the Sower
How do I make sense of the seed, soil, rocky ground, and thorns? Dave explains the Parable of the Sower and shares how it can be applied to our lives.... Read more...
Why Does Jesus Speak in Parables?
Why Does Jesus Speak in Parables?
Why does Jesus conceal his teachings through parables rather than speaking straight forward? Mike and Dave kick off their new topic discussion on the parables and explain how the parables... Read more...
A Healthy Way to Understand the Papacy
A Healthy Way to Understand the Papacy
Mike and Dave conclude their series on Pope Leo XIV, exploring themes of idolatry, Biblical lessons, and how his papacy compares with those of earlier popes.  Read more...
Saturated in Scripture
Saturated in Scripture
Do you just read the Bible or do you let God speak to you through His word?  Read more...
Are You Feeling Stuck?
Are You Feeling Stuck?
Is there an area of your life you want healed? Mike Gormley reminds us that no matter what is paralyzing you, God can bring you out of any situation.  Read more...
Do You Need Healing?
Do You Need Healing?
Are you in need of healing? Are you retreating into unreality? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle continue their reflections on Pope Leo’s general audiences while discussing the importance of facing... Read more...
"The Parable of the Sower" and "The Good Samaritan" Explained
"The Parable of the Sower" and "The Good Samaritan" Explained
Mike Gormley analyzes the Pope’s General Audiences as he dissects two popular parables, “The Parable of the Sower” and the “Good Samaritan”. Read more...
Our Hope for Bishops Is…
Our Hope for Bishops Is…
 Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss Pope Leo XIV’s message to bishops and share their hopes for all bishops. Read more...
The Hidden Lessons of Poverty
The Hidden Lessons of Poverty
Dave VanVickle highlights the importance of helping the poor, loving the poor and even learning from them. In our poverty, we realize our reliance on the Lord. Read more...
Unpacking Pope Leo XIV’s Speeches, Blessings and Writings
Unpacking Pope Leo XIV’s Speeches, Blessings and Writings
Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle breakdown Pope Leo XIV’s blessings, speeches, and writings thus far. They approach his words with excitement and curiosity. Read more...
Our Thoughts on Pope Leo XIV
Our Thoughts on Pope Leo XIV
Mike and Dave share their thoughts on Pope Leo and remind us that while the pope is important, we can't become hyper focused on every detail of the papacy. Read more...
Where is Purgatory in the Bible?
Where is Purgatory in the Bible?
Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle answer questions from listeners and discuss the  evidence behind purgatory and the best logical responses to support it.  Read more...
Take Your Wounds to the Divine Physician
Take Your Wounds to the Divine Physician
How do you handle your own wounds or the wounds of others? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle open up about childhood pain, suffering, and the path to healing. Read more...
What’s Your Relationship with the Holy Spirit?
What’s Your Relationship with the Holy Spirit?
Dave VanVickle unpacks on the importance of the Holy Spirit and gives practical tips for how we can all increase our relationship with the Holy Spirit. Read more...
How is Jesus Fully God and Fully Man?
How is Jesus Fully God and Fully Man?
Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle are joined by Dr. Mike Sirilla to explore the divine and human natures of Jesus Christ. Read more...
When Leadership Fails, What Can the Faithful Do?
When Leadership Fails, What Can the Faithful Do?
How can the Church be renewed from within? How do we faithfully follow our conscience while acting with prudence? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle tell you how! Read more...
What is the Role of a Deacon?
What is the Role of a Deacon?
Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle talk about reviving the diaconate. They discuss how deacons are not just “married priests” but that they have different roles. Read more...
The Dignity and Challenge of the Priesthood
The Dignity and Challenge of the Priesthood
What does it mean to be a priest today? Gomer and Dave reflect on the beauty and burden of the priesthood.  Read more...