Jul 3, 2025 | Substack
As a Pittsburgh native, of course I bleed black and gold. Of course I’m a Steelers fan. And of course, living in central Ohio, I’m surrounded by Bengals and Browns fans. Now most of the time I can have a civil conversation with other people about our...
Jun 13, 2025 | Substack
In this last episode before a summer break, find out how Catholic Treehouse got its name from the life of St. Anthony (and how Catholic Treehouse got started). Then listen to some lessons we can learn from the heart of St. Anthony, and how we can use those lessons in...
Jun 12, 2025 | Substack
Originally recorded in 2023 as bonus material for The Saint Challenge, take a few minutes to listen to a bit more about the life and miracles of the Evangelical Doctor of the Church. Read more
Jun 6, 2025 | Substack
Pulling from St. Thérèse of Lisieux and the Rule of St. Benedict, (and partially inspired by Pope Leo XIII,) Mike tackles a question from a long-time listener about feeling overwhelmed with work.Recommended ReadingThe Rule of Benedict: A Spirituality for the...
May 30, 2025 | Substack
This week Mike talks about getting the balance right between physical fitness and spiritual fitness. With a focus on “immediate family” as the first neighbors we need to love, he pulls in St. Benedict to help us understand how best to love God and...
May 23, 2025 | Substack
Listen Now With summer so close, it’s a good time to plan how to continue to grow in your spiritual life. In this episode, Mike talks about the Church’s special devotions in the months of June, July, and August. He also takes on the dangers of the “my...
