Discover the sacred intricacies of the Catholic Mass as Mary Hrich, our Director of the Office for Worship, discusses what happens to the Precious Blood after Communion. From reverent consumption to the purification of vessels, Mary guides us through the liturgical protocols. Church Search goes to Sacred Heart in Wadsworth.Readings for the Sixth Sunday of Easter.We invite you to be part of our next episode by contributing your burning questions about liturgy and music and even more by sending questions to mhayes@dioceseofcleveland.org

Delve into the sacred with Mary Hrich, the Diocese of Cleveland's Director for the Office for Worship, as we address the intricacies of the communion rite—is personalizing it with a communicant's name a move towards intimacy or a step away from the ritual's communal roots? As we unravel the layers of this debate, you'll gain a deeper understanding of why "The Body of Christ" is more than just a phrase—it's a universal proclamation that unites us all in faith. Our conversation doesn't stop there; We'll discuss FD's "liturgical facial hair" better known as the "Divine Mercy Mustache."Our spiritual exploration then shifts to the poignant symbolism of the Good Shepherd, as FD recounts his recent visits to many of the vibrant parishes of our diocese including this week's Church Search, St. Clement Parish in Lakewood.  Dr. Megan Bolin, like Fr. Damian is trying to visit every church in the Diocese  (Her book "Ignite" on Young Adult Ministry is out as well.  The episode reaches a crescendo as we discuss the readings for Good Shepherd Sunday and the upcoming consecration of the Mary, Mother of the Good Shepherd chapel. Join us for a heartfelt discourse that not only connects liturgy and community but also the enduring presence of the Good Shepherd in our daily lives.

As Mike Hayes and Father Damian Ference recount, there's something about an eclipse that brings both wonder and joy. The recent night sky's ballet was no different, and as it cast a surreal glow, they found themselves surrounded by friends, absorbed in the spellbinding moment.  This episode takes you through their weekend journey, ending with the prayerful peak of the eclipse and the vibrant Believeland retreat with young adults, where laughter and serenity mingled. FD also shared the deep privilege of witnessing a sacred ordination at the University of Notre Dame.Venture further with us as we tackle the concept of purgatory, a theme poignantly depicted at the end of the film "St Vincent."  FD also discusses a comforting dream that provided solace after recalling the loss of a mentor.   We go to Sacred Heart Chapel in Lorain for Church Search this week.And as the Third Sunday of Easter approaches, we examine one of the Gospel of Luke's accounts of Jesus' resurrection. Join us to connect these spiritual reflections with the tranquility of the eclipse – an event that not only stirred excitement but also had a surprising calming effect on Mike's pet. Additonal Show Notes:Softball Registration is now up.Study groups from the National Catholic Singles Conference.If you have a Question:  email it to: mhayes@dioceseofcleveland.org

Have you ever wondered how a simple invitation can transform someone's spiritual life? Join the three of us:  Mike Hayes, Father Damian Ference and Christy Cabaniss, as we unravel the power of community and the art of welcoming others into our faith journey this Easter season. In our latest heartfelt discussion, we dive into the nuances of inviting friends to Mass, from becoming a "Mass buddy" to leveraging technology for creating inclusive spaces. We also relive the vibrancy of Holy Week, with Christy's touching recount of the Easter Vigil at St. Mary's and Father Damian's and Mike's marathon of services that bring the solemnity of Good Friday to life.Then, we nestle into the warmth of St. Mary's Parish community, where the beauty of shared liturgy and the statues of saints offer more than just a visual feast—they're beacons for spiritual kinship. We reflect on how these symbols of faith provide comfort, particularly in the journey to find a spiritual mother in Our Lady. The episode then shifts to a contemplative gear as we ponder over the gospel, delving into the mystery of Doubting Thomas's absence and what it tells us about belief, community, and the human heart. So, pull up a chair and let's explore these Easter reflections together—because sometimes, the most profound lessons come wrapped in the joy of shared experiences.

Fr. Eric Garris, Diocesan Vocations Director joins Mike and FD0:45:   Lent is busy for all.1:15:  It's like Finals Week1:35:  What is Holy Week like for the guys?1:50:  What is Shrove Tuesday?2:15:  Today is the Chrism Mass.2:25:  More on Shrove Tuesday and the Chrism Mass and the priests spending the day.4:00:   The priesthood is very diverse.4:20:  Tuesday of Holy Week actually has a cool name after all.4:55:  On Fig Newtons5:05:   On Tenebrae5:35:  What's going on Holy Thursday?   Expanded time of confession on Holy Thursday at the Cathedral.6:10:  All three of us will be at St. Wendelin's at 7PM for Holy Thursday's Mass of the Lord's Supper followed by Holy Night Hike.7:15:  We got billboards.7:40:  It was cool last year.8:15:   We got Maps8:40:  Good weather is coming our way.8:55:  St. Phillip Neri started the 7 church walk. And then 14 churches --one for each Station of the Cross.10:05:  A strange experience of Holy Thursday for Fr. Eric.10:45:   FD's experience in the Garden of Gethsemane.12:15:  Altars are stripped and then Good Friday.12:40:  Fr. Eric is at the Cathedral for Good Friday and then in the evening at St Lucy/St. Edward's.13:15:  Mike is doing the Good Friday Procession at Sagrada Familia (FD too!), St. Coleman's and St Michael's.14:25:  Lots of participation on Holy Week.15:05:   These liturgies are not obligatory but....15:55:  Mike's experience of Holy Week in a Yonkers Monastery.17:15:   Lots of different experiences are striking.17:35:   Blessing of the Food experinces.19:00:  On the Easter Vigil.20:00:  Do you use the old oils for the Easter Fire?  Charcoal for incense.20:45: RCIA experiences.21:45:  The Easter dismissal.22:05:  We take our lives and pour ourselves into the liturgy.23:35:   The Holy Night Hike Churches are  this week's churches:24:10:  Bring a friend to Holy Night Hike.24:35:   The Apollo Stamp at St. Emeric.24:55:  The Liturgies are long.25:55:   The Readings for Easter Sunday.26:40:  The deferral by the Beloved Disciple.27:05:   Grief and Holy Week with Mary of Magdala.28:05:   A Gardener's Mustache.28:45:  Should Mike grow a mustache?  Take our poll!29:00:  Mike Hayes has been called to Holy Orders!  Yay!29:25:  Once a Deacon always a Deacon.29:50:  Pope Fr

Christa Alaburda from the Young Adult Advisory Board and parishioner at St Hilary's Parish in Fairlawn(1:05)  Christa is a Godparent to her nephew. 1:25:  What are the responsibilities and requirements to be a Godparent?2:05:   It's a gift!2:20:  To be a witness and accompany.2:40:  Did Christa have active Godparents?3:20:  You might have wonderful parents but you need people who are not them to support your faith.3:45:  Who were Fr. Damian's Godparents?4:10:  We share the Body of Christ with others who are not blood relatives.4:40:  Mike's Godparents were one of both.  Mike is a Godparent as well.5:15:  FD has 12 Godchildren what does he do for them?6:45:  What does Christa do with her Godson?7:45:  What was Mike's best birthday present?8:30:   FD tries to go to sacraments and send notes on retreat.8:50:  Christa babysits for her Godson too.9:05:  Weddings sometimes features Godparents.9:40:  What do you have to be to be a Godparent? 10:55:  St. Hilary parish in Fairlawn, OH is this week's Church Search.12:25:   Deacon Michael Garvin is being ordained and he is a son of that parish.13:25:   Check out Holy Night Hike this Holy Thursday.18:00: FD is celebrating Mass at St Wendelin at 7PM18:15: Christa did this last year.19:30:  Mike met his wife on Holy Thursday.20:55:  No monstrances on Holy Thursday.21:45:   Palm Sunday Readings can be found here.22:30:  Holy week is awesome.

Mary Hrich, Director for the Office for Worship joins us as Fr. Damian is travelling. 0:20:  Mary is a longtime liturgical musician, so she talks about how she's gone about selecting music in parish life.1:40:  Music must be deemed worthy and liturgically approproate.2:35:   Music has different purposes: Sometimes it's the prayer itself.  Sometimes it's processional. 4:00:  The are limits to the musical diversity, but there is diversity.4:45:  Mary had a great liturgical teacher and has kept up with workshops, etc.6:20:  Can you make music requests?  Why or why not?8:55:  What about Weddings or Funerals?10:30:  Mike's friend's crazy story about wedding music.11:50:  What's Mary new job like?14:05:   Mary misses playing music at Mass.15:00   Church Search goes to Resurrection in Solon, Oh16:00:  Readings for the 5th Sunday of Lent

Mary Hrich (pronounced "Rich") joins us.  She is the Director of the Office for Worship for the Diocese of Cleveland.0;20 Fr. Damian is on Spring Break0:35:  How did Mary get her job? 1:35:  Mary took a straw poll of friends.2:00:   What does the GIRM say?    2:28:  Can you subtract words?2:50:  An Ash Wednesday example on the Kyrie.3:20:  On the Roman Missal.4:10:  Homilies are good examples here too.4:30:  This goes for Deacons too.4:50:  On "progressive solemnity."5:30:  What about the Universal prayer?6:00:  Weddings and funerals are also good examples.  Especially on the sign of peace.6:40:  Liturgy is about Christ's work.7:00   Everyone has a part to play in liturgy. 7:45:  What if we re-visioned what Sunday Mass is?9:00:  Attention must be paid.9:45:  Practice setting aside your distractions.10:15:  My Daily Prayers is a good place to develop this.10:45:  Mike's experience with the Trappists.11:40:  We are driven people sometimes, but for what?12:50:  Lay Eucharistic Ministers should also be mindful of the words at Liturgy,13:35:  Bad habits spread like wildfire.14:00:  The Roman Missal calls for silence as well.14:35:  Mike's friend Fr Roderick has a good example here.15:20:  Church Seach: St Mary Magdelene in Willowick.17:45:  Readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent.

Lisa Leondarides, who is Bishop Malesic's personal assistant joins us.2:00:  Lisa's small group experience.2:30:  The USCCB's Video Series on the Eucharistic Revival.3:50:  How did Lisa start getting involved with these groups?4:50:  Small groups are important to be involved in so we can hear about the spirit working in people's lives.5:40:  Mike was part of a small group in college and now does this on Zoom.6:35:  Confidentiality is important as well as the group being well facilitated.8:25:  Is this intergenerational?9:05:  Lisa often follows up with people.9:20:  Sometimes there's food.  But they often save it for the last session.9:55:  What's next for this group?10:10:  RCIA needs a follow up.10:55: How do we find small gorups?11:45:  You can start a small group!12:10:   Catching Fire is a small group for young adults and Grapevine.12:40:  Small groups are small.13:55:  Thery did a book study in the past.14:40:  The USCCB's Video series on the Eucharistic Revival15:45:  FD jokes that you can write him on why you don't like certain resources.16:10:  Church Search goes to SS.  Cosmas and Damian in Twinsburg, OH16:50:  Fr. Matt Cortnik is super funny.17:55:   Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration is there and more18:40:  It's a pretty diverse parish.19:15:  Readings for the Third Sunday of Lent

0:23:  What is Spiritual Direction?0:48:  Where did Mike get his training for Spiritual Direction?1:48:  How is Spiritual Direction different from Counseling, Pastoral Counseling and Pastoral Care?3:29:  How is this different from a life coach?4:29:  Who's really directing in Spiritual Direction?6:10:   Does God have a secret plan?  Or is this in our day to day?7:33:  What's pastoral counseling or pastoral care?10:00:  Is a pastoral counselor a "counselor?"Luke Brown is a good example of a Catholic Counselor in the Cleveland Diocese.12:17:  Most people are in need of a mentor, but maybe not a Spiritual Director or a Counselor.14:13:  Spiritual Directors need spiritual directors.15:34:   We are in a therapeutic age.  A bit on confession, family relationships, and social media and isolation.17:00:  Taking counsel with someone.17:30:   Find a good counselor who isn't hostile to your religion.18:30:  Confession is not counseling.19:48:  Immaculate Conception in Madison is our Church Search.21:45:  Readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent.Rate and review on Apple Podcast and Spotify and send us Questions of Faith.

0:30:   Welcome back Fr. Damian, who was out sick this past week.2:35:  Valentine's Day or Ash Wednesday?  Mike is clearly making adjustments to celebrate Valentine's Day?3:15:   FD notes Ss. Cyril and Methodius Day as well.5:20:  Notes on the Super Bowl and Taylor Swift.  Reference to Cain Park in Cleveland Heights.6:20:  Usher got married?7:05:  People are rooting for people to get married and have a family.7:35:  Dr. Steve Chanderbhan's article on how Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday are not too far apart.8:40:  True love requires sacrifice.9:00:  It's like athletics.10:20:  Be faithful; but go slow.11:05:   God perfects things, not us.12:35:  Mike and his classmate Ed on preaching practice.14:25:  Obviously this isn't about being ok with sin.14:55:  On entrusting a job search to the Holy Spirit.16:35:  Taylor Swift's "The Man"16:45:  Lenten Resolutions?18:35:  Church Search goes to Transfiguration.20:15:   Readings for the First Sunday of Lent.If you have a question: email that to mhayes@dioceseofcleveland.org

Dr. Megan Lowes-Bolin joins Mike for this episode.Dr Lowes-Bolin's new book: Ignite! The Secret to Engaing Young Adults in the Church.Fr. Damian is under the weather!  Pray for him!(0:45)  Megan teaches at her alma mater, John Carroll University.(1:12)   So what is the secret?(1:30)   Megan also worked in a number of parishes.(1:55)  Who are the people young adults like?  And how do we welcome young adults?(2:40)   The book is filled with stories of role models and other experiences.(3:20) Who were Megan's role models?(3:30)   Parma!  Where all good things come from!(4:35)   Mom is always a big role model for young people.(5:10)  Mom's need help sometimes in bringing up their children.(5:45)  Mike's dad taught him liturgy and was a great role model in teaching him the Mass.(7:00)   The long term influence of role models.(7:45)   What motivates young adults?(10:00)  One experience of someone who was motivated by faith.(12:15)  How might we encourage young adults to be part of our parish communities?(14:15)   Megan's parish supports her well, but she interviewed other people who has different experiences.(15:00)    Mike's job is to help provide resources to the parishes who want to support young adult ministry but don't have those resources.(16:10)   What are some discouraging factors that drive young adults away?  Megan looked at the love languages for ideas.(18:45)  During Covid we really had to think about how we generally do ministry.(19:00)  A short history of Theology on Tap(20:05) Church Search:  Mary Queen of Apostles(21:30)   Megan's husband is a great referee, umpire, and golf coach.(23:05)   Fr Rob Reidy used to be at Sagrada Familia where Mike is doing field ed.(23:35)  Readings for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary time.

Maria Wancata, Lindsay Fullerman, and Desi Gould all join us from the Behold Retreat.1:00  An Aside on Spiders!3:15:  How did they all join together to collaborate on this retreat and what parts are they playing?4:00:  Desi talks about her passion for Theology of the Body and talks about how we relate to each other as mothers and daughters.4:55:  FD introduced Maria and Lindsay.   And Lindsay is excited to talk about the spiritual aspects of being a woman.6:05:   Maria breaks down the retreat schedule:  Mind, body, and spirit.  Samantha Kelly of Fierce Athlete will be the Keynote.7:05:  The goal is to see the goodness of femininity.8:00:   There's not one kind of femininity.  Everyone doesn't have to be like Barbie.9:00:  Who can come?Behold RetreatSaturday, March 2, 202410a-4pLourdes Shrine, Euclid, OH10:50:  Lindsay and Mike both didn't talk much with their own mothers, so the retreat will try to kick start those conversations.11:45:  Some people express themselves in writing better.12:35:  We often get disconnected from our heart and our feelings.13:50:  The grounds at the shrine are great for this.14:50:  Video can be found here16:20:   Church Search goes to Lourdes Shrine in Euclid, OH.Sunday Mass at 8AM and 9:30a17:50:  We reflect on this Sunday's Readings for the 5th Sunday in OT20:30:  The 4th Season of the Chosen is getting set to be released in Theatres!Behold RetreatSaturday, March 2, 202410a-4pLourdes Shrine, Euclid, OH

It's coming up on Catholic Schools Week so this is an entire podcast on Catholic Schools week.Michael Suso, Director of Marketing for Cleveland Catholic Schools.Fred Roberts, Director of Development for Catholic Education for the Catholic Community Foundation.0:45:   Michael is only 6 months into the job.1:14:  How do we help schools tell their story?Catholic Schools Week is January 28 - February 3 1:50:  Fred is Director of Devleopment....2:40:  How long were we all in Catholic Schools ourselves?4:00: How do these schools intesect with people's needs?  How do they build community? 4:53:  Where do we market our Catholic Schools?5:25:   Media buys include....6:23:  Any Billboards?6:40:  Airport?7:13:  We have some great benefactors.8:24:  Why Catholic Schools?   Michael tells us why.9:50:   We educate the whole person.10:20:  Mike's teachers often shared their own faith....11:05:  Many of our family members have taught in Catholic Schools.12:00:  This year's theme is Rejoice!  Here are this year's highlights.14:17:   Fund a dream scholarships.  And All Schools Masses.15:00: Come see Bishop Malesic and FD on Feb 6 at Holy Name High School for their all school Mass.15:20:  We support and educate those who are not Catholic?16:13:  Church Search goes to St. Justin Martyr Parish in Eastlake.17:40:  Readings for the 4th Sunday of OT.

(0:40) Sr. Jane Nesmith, Director of the Office of Black Catholics joins us.(1:00)  Sr. Jane reviews the past few days of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. celebrations in the Diocese of Cleveland.(1:52)  Fr. John Judie, from the Archdiocese of Louisville, preached at the Cathedral yesterday.(4:25)   We talk about the Diocesan Gospel Choir.(6:14)  We debrief the event at St. Dominic's Parish and Phyliss Clipps was their speaker from Sr. Jane's office.  There was a lot of dialogue.(10:40)   Bishop Malesic gives his priests a book each Christmas.  This year it was Priests in Love with God by Archbishop Alfred Hughes.(14:40)  This is synodality!(16:30)   Why do we have dance at these liturgies?(17:43)   The USCCB's Welcoming the Stranger Among Us: Unity in Diversity(18:21)  Our experience of culture at World Youth Day.(19:40)  Church Search goes to St Adabert Parish.(20:24)   What is revival?(22:27)   What else is going on at St. Adalbert school?(23:50)  Readings for the Third Sunday

Maria Wancata joins us to talk about The Barbie Movie winning the Golden Globe Award and her and FD did a workshop on the movie at CLE 21:6.1:35:  We recap the movie a bit.  And the tension between men and women and who should run the world?2:40:  The unresolved dilemma is that neither work well.3:25:  Review of the creation story and provide some teaching on complimenting each other as men and women.4:15:  One teen asked if boys and girls can be friends?5:45: Women have some different strength senses.  Hearing is one.6:40:  This is the first time FD has a majority of female co-workers.7:40:   Mike relates to this as well.8:05:  The Supreme Court scene in the Barbie movie.8:50:   A youth minister asks about whether the movie bashes men.  True?9:50:  Why we engage with culture as Catholics.10:55:  Maria notes that we have to watch movies with our kids too.12:10: Mike notes: Men have been consistently portrayed as dopes.13:35:  The Dukes of Hazzard and the A-Team comes to mind for FD.14:15:  We gotta talk about it!  14:40:  Mike and FD talk about the movie "The Jerk"15:40:  Check out Barbie on Amazon Prime.16:00:  FD is a big Margo Robbie Fan.16:40:  St Dominic's Parish and the Office of Black Catholics have a lot going on for MLK Weekend.  Sr Jane Nesmith joins us to recap these events next week. 18:20:  Readings for the 2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time.21:00:  New Year's Resolutions on Health.24:00:  Maria will be back on 1/30 to talk about an upcoming retreat for mothers and daughters.24:25:  Believeland retreat is still up for an early bird discount.

WELCOME TO SEASON 20:00:  We review FD's NPR voice.1:25:   Mike talks about his experience of doing Sports on NPR.2:22:   We talk about 2024 and our looking forward to this for many years.3:00:  We talk about Generations among ourselves.3:30:   The Catholic Project at Catholic U is the subject today .4:20:   Priests and the Orthodoxy range in the study.5:00:  Fr Eric talks about how he sees this play out in inquirers at the seminary.6:00:   FD talks about how St. JPII and Pope Benedict were priests of the 2nd Vatican Council and were looked on as more progressive at one point.7:19:  Liturgical or Theological or Eccesiological?  Or all these things?8:00:  Is this the Spirit of reform of Vatican II and a resulting backlash?  9:00:  We have a diocesan seminary and Fr. Garris talks about how Priests relate to each other among generations.9:40:  FD notes that it's important to have priest-friends who don't think like you do.11:00. The Church has everyone in it.11:24:   Mike talks about how Fr. Casey Cole, OFM --speaks about wearing the habit and his experience of working as a Campus Minister in the Gross Anatomy Lab.13:20:  Fr. Eric talks about how he tries not to divide priests into categories.14:20:  The 2nd Vatican Council had to shake itself out and some clarifications needed to be made with the New Catechism.15:10:  Young People want things that last in faith traditions.15:50:   How is this being reflected in Pope Francis' papacy?17:00:   Mike's experience with a priest who was a Catholic radio Broadcaster.18:14:  Some more takes on the new study that gives a small snapshot.19:00:   Fr Eric's experience of a funeral that brought a bunch of people together.19:44:   Church Search does to St. James in Lakewood.23:28:   Readings for Epiphany24:00:  A musical interlude.24:40:  The FOUR Kings?25:12:  A stained glass window of the Magi is explored by FD.To get your question of faith answered by us: Email Mike here

Fr. Eric Garris joins us for the year ender podcast.Fr. Damian does this episode in an NPR voice.1:07:  Fr. Garris talks about his highlight at the Seminary with the new seminarians.2:15:  Mike tries to do his highlight in a sportscaster voice (for a bit).3:42:  The old guy still got it.4:07:  FD recaps the Eucharistoc Revival.Tune in to our You Tube Channel5:27:  Do you do New Year's Resolutions?6:57:  FD is moving to the Cathedral rectory.8:08:  On "Public Radio" voices.10:00:   FD talks about the Live Nativity at St. Aloyisius Church.Check out their Facebook page for more: https://www.facebook.com/StAloysiusStAgathaParish 11:50:   Readings for the Feast of the Holy Family. 15:00:  Will FD continue to do the NPR voice?Happy 2024 from all of us at Question of Faith

Christy Cabaniss, Director of Missionary Discipleship is our guest.0:30:   Mike and Christy are new to Cleveland (sorta)...1:40:   FD has almost never missed Christmas.2:20:  FD's going back to Rome during the Christmas season.2:50:  Marion's (Mike's wife) family Christmas Party.3:25:  Christy celebrates Christmas "day" differently.4:00:  On Signing up for Christmas ministries.4:30:  Selling a house during Christmas....5:00:  How to stay in touch with others when you're away.5:40:  Jackbox games are fun.6:20:  Writing letters, making cards, calls during the holiday.7:00:  Sending old pictures, etc with family7:40:  Sending reminders of home to people.8:30:  Home prepared things are also cool. 9:15:  You need not be alone. 9:50:   Church Search:  Nativity of Our Lord in Akron.10:50:  Readings for both the 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas Morning.13:00:  FD's love for Sufjan Stevens' Christmas Album.  Here is the Sufjan Yule Log. 14:40:  WHO should make a Hallmark Movie?

Calla Gill is Our Guest0:40:  Check out our Billboards on our YouTube Channel?1:00:  Mary isn't alone!1:20:   Anthony Van Ardsdale is the artist.1:50:   A bit on the Black Catholic Conference and how this all started.3:50:  Where are these billboards?4:50:   We had to get permission  to use this image.6:10:  We're invited to kneel at Christmas ... 7:10:   It's a stressful time of the year....and that's the point.7:40:  Beauty often helps people connect to God.8:10:   The "real Guardians."8:40:  Who do the images look like?14:50:  What's this like for Calla to create these?17:20:  This is a playful image17:50:  Fr. Damian's first conversation with Bishop Malesic on these projects.18:30:   Here's something else interesting on these billboards.19:40:   Church Search hit 9 nights on Night prayer churches.  St. Ladislas and St. Andrew.20:00:  Fr. Mark Latcovich's Ecumenical Clergy Group.22:30:  Readings for the 3rd Sunday in Lent.