Searching for More
Summary: Hosted by the Diocese of Arlington, “Searching For More” features interviews and discussions about topics ranging from culture, morality, sexuality, Church history, stories of those who have overcome adversity, the moral implications of public policy, and more. In addition to interviews, some podcasts will emanate from talks, speeches, homilies, and lectures given throughout the Diocese. Have an idea for a topic or guest for the podcast? Please email your idea to info@arlingtondiocese.org.
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On this episode, Father Paul Scalia, Vicar for Clergy for the Diocese and pastor at St. James Catholic Church in Falls Church, discusses his Irish heritage and sheds light on the legacy of St. Patrick.
On this episode, Fr. Jamie Workman, the new vicar general for the Diocese of Arlington, shares his personal faith journey and conversion story. Hear Fr. Workman talk about what drew him to the Catholic faith and, ultimately, the priesthood.
Earlier this year, Harrison Butker achieved the dream of every NFL player - to win a Super Bowl. But you may not know that the Kansas City Chiefs' star kicker has a deep spiritual life. On the weekends he trades his uniform and cleats for altar server vestments and serves at Latin Mass at his local parish in Kansas City. Hear all about this pro athlete's faith story.
On this episode, Dr. Onalee McGraw, author of multiple books about classic cinema, talks about what modern film has lost from the Golden Age, and how we can rediscover truth through the storytelling found in classic film.
On this episode, Kathleen Wilson, Executive Director and Founder of Mary’s Shelter, a maternity home in Fredericksburg, VA, talks about the reality that women don’t want to choose abortion but often feel trapped. Hear Kathleen talk about how Mary’s Shelter provides hope and shelter to expectant moms who feel they have nowhere to go.
On this episode, Jeanne Mancini, President of the March for Life, talks about this year’s March on Jan. 24, themed “Life Empowers: Pro-Life is Pro-Woman,” in honor of the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage. Hear Jeanne talk about the impact of the March for Life and why and how to get involved.
On this episode, Laraine Bennett, co-author of "The Temperament God Gave You," offers practical advice on how to get along with that person who you just can't seem to see eye-to-eye with. Hear how awareness of the temperaments of those around us, and our own, can help us better understand and work with one another.
On this episode of "Searching for More," Tony Brandt and Chris Stewart, co-founders of Casting Nets Ministries, talk about how to get down and dirty and really engage people in evangelism. Hear Tony and Chris lay out a roadmap for genuine and effective one-on-one invitations to the people around us.
On this episode of “Searching for More,” Bridget Wilson, Program Director for the Catholic Diocese of Arlington’s Multicultural Ministries, talks about her family’s experience with adoption. Bridget comes from a family of 14, with 12 kids ranging from 10 – 34 years old. Nine of the 12 children are adopted.
Vice Admiral Andrew L. Lewis, a three-star general in the U.S. Navy who also serves as Commander of the U.S. Second Fleet and Commander of Joint Force Command Norfolk, joins the podcast to talk about how faith helped him through his 35 years of military service.
On this episode, Lieutenant Colonel Rory Quinn, US Marine Corps Marine Representative in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, talks about the parallels between military service and living your faith and how his faith has sustained him through over 23 years of service in the Marines. Hear Lt. Col. Quinn’s compelling story of faith and service.
On this episode, Gina Lynch shares her compelling story about volunteering with the Gabriel Project, a diocesan effort that helps expectant mothers throughout their pregnancy. Hear Gina’s story of walking alongside this mother, providing assistance, developing a friendship, and what she learned from the experience.
Bob and Bev Ward got married 55 years ago - and are still happy! In this episode of Searching for More, they discuss the secret to a long marriage and tell their story of how a young Kansas girl who had dreams of becoming a cloistered nun fell in love with a young Army hot shot.
Belayneh Loppisso helped uncover government corruption in his home country of Ethiopia. When the government threatened his safety, he had to forge a new life for himself and his family in the U.S. Fifteen years later, Loppisso is the program director for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington’s Migration and Refugee Services. Now, every day he helps refugees and asylees to adjust to a new life in this country – and hears stories of struggle sometimes even more difficult or harrowing than his own
Bonnie Engstrom, Catholic blogger and mom of 8, shares how becoming a pivotal player in Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s cause for canonization charged her seemingly ordinary life with an amazing story. Hear more about the incredible miracle that brought her son back to life and about her firsthand experience of the process for submitting a miracle to the Vatican. This episode’s host is Bridget O’Boyle, Digital and Social Media Coordinator for the Diocese.
