Aim Higher Catholic Podcast

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  Aim Higher Podcast! 2026 Children's Retreat Recap 12.08.2026 48mnt

  Join Sister Catherine and Bridget Edgington, Director of Children's Events at St. Joseph's Mission, as they recap this year's Children's Retreat in Union, KY. Together, they reflect on the retreat's core theme—the principal parts of the Mass (the Offertory, the Consecration, and Communion)—and share key moments from the event along with their favorite moments.
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  Aim Higher Podcast: Interview with Father Anthony Lentz, OFM 02.08.2026 1j 6mnt

  In this episode, Sister Catherine interviews Father Anthony Lentz, OFM. You will learn about his childhood, his decision to enter the seminary, and some of his favorite things! To listen to the first interview: https://youtu.be/zD5BKGUhvzg?si=2ILSM4RtUmo_RaxH
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  Bonus! Aim Higher Podcast - Growing in Holiness Family Discussion Questions - Part Four 29.07.2026 27mnt

  In this bonus episode, Sister Catherine is joined by His Excellency, Most Reverend Giles Butler, OFM DD, as they answer the July Family Discussion Question in the Growing in Holiness Newsletter! And we would love to hear from our listeners! Would you rather host Jesus at your house and handle all the cooking and cleaning like Martha, or sit quietly at His feet listening to Him speak like Mary? You can comment on our YouTube Channel or email us at aimhigher.podcast@gmail.com. To listen to our episode about Martha and Mary: https://youtu.be/KGfdZ5Dnvts
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  Aim Higher Podcast! Saint of the Month: St. Francis Solano 12.07.2026 39mnt

  It is the "Saint of the Month". In this episode, Father Anthony, flying solo, talks about his current schedule, the importance of learning from the saints, and reads from the "Franciscan Book of Saints" about St. Francis Solano.
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  Aim Higher Podcast! 2026 Youth Retreat Recap 08.07.2026 1j 1mnt

  In June, we held our 2nd annual Youth Retreat in Rochester, New York. Join Father Anthony and Sister Catherine as they share reflections on their time with the youth, all for the greater honor and glory of God.
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  Aim Higher Podcast: Bonus! 2026 Youth Retreat Sermon - Part Three with Bishop Giles Butler, OFM DD 02.07.2026 40mnt

  This sermon was given at the 2026 Youth Retreat in Rochester, New York, on Thursday, June 18th.
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  Aim Higher Podcast: Bonus! 2026 Youth Retreat Sermon - Part Two with Bishop Giles Butler, OFM DD 01.07.2026 46mnt

  This sermon was given at the 2026 Youth Retreat in Rochester, New York, on Wednesday, June 17th.
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  Aim Higher Podcast: Bonus! 2026 Youth Retreat Sermon - Part One with Bishop Giles Butler, OFM DD 30.06.2026 38mnt

  This sermon was given at the 2026 Youth Retreat in Rochester, New York, on Tuesday, June 16th.
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  Bonus! Aim Higher Podcast - Growing in Holiness Family Discussion Questions - Part Three 24.06.2026 17mnt

  In this bonus episode, Sister Catherine is joined by His Excellency, Most Reverend Giles Butler, OFM DD, as they answer the June Family Discussion Question in the Growing in Holiness Newsletter! And we would love to hear from our listeners! Would you rather be a travel companion to St. Peter or to St. Paul? You can comment on our YouTube Channel or email us at aimhigher.podcast@gmail.com
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  Aim Higher Podcast! Saint of the Month: St. Anthony of Padua 10.06.2026 55mnt

  In this latest installment of our Saint of the Month series, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine discuss a very popular saint, not only among the Franciscan Order but for Catholics everywhere!
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  Replay! Aim Higher Podcast: The Feast of Corpus Christi & The Sacred Heart of Jesus 03.06.2026 1j 51mnt

  In this riveting episode, we begin the Time after Pentecost with a discussion about two feasts of Our Lord - Corpus Christi & Sacred Heart.
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  Replay! Aim Higher Podcast: Trinity Sunday 28.05.2026 41mnt

  In this episode, we will explore the beautiful mystery of the Holy Trinity. The fundamental truth on which everything in the Christian religion rests is the dogma of the Holy Trinity, from whom all things come and to whom all who are baptized in His Name must return. During the course of the cycle, we call to mind God the Father, the Author of Creation; God the Son, the Author of Redemption; and God the Holy Ghost, the Author of our Sanctification. The Church recounts this wondrous mystery, acknowledging and adoring the Unity of Nature and Trinity of Persons in Almighty God.  #aimhigherpodcast #holytrinity
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  Aim Higher Podcast: Know the Mass - The Confiteor 19.05.2026 44mnt

  Pax et Bonum! In this latest installment of our series, "Know the Mass," Father Anthony and Sister Catherine discuss the beautiful prayer known as the Confiteor. The Confiteor serves as an expression of humility before God. Skip to 18:40 for the main topic.
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  Aim Higher Podcast! Saint of the Month: St. Paschal Baylon 13.05.2026 47mnt

  In this latest installment of our "Saint of the Month" series, Sister Catherine is once again joined by His Excellency, Bishop Giles Butler, OFM, to discuss St. Paschal Baylon. As a well-known Franciscan, his feast day falls on a Sunday. Many of our followers are aware that His Excellency writes a sermon every Sunday, and we will highlight some wonderful points made throughout this sermon. To read the sermon: http://friarsminor.org/sermons/26paschal.html
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  Bonus! Aim Higher Podcast - Growing in Holiness Family Discussion Questions - Part Two 08.05.2026 42mnt

  In this bonus episode, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine address the question posed in our Growing in Holiness Newsletter for May. We hope that our discussion will encourage families to engage with the topic as well. This month's question is: Would you rather be present when Jesus ascended into Heaven or when the Holy Spirit descended on the Apostles?
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  Aim Higher Podcast: Interview with Father Joseph Noonan, OFM 29.04.2026 1j 44mnt

  In this episode of the Aim Higher Podcast, Father Anthony sits down with Father Joseph Noonan, OFM, for a candid conversation about his childhood, religious life, and the path to the priesthood. They also talk about his early goals and the pivotal moments that led him to his vocation. Listeners will also hear practical advice for those currently discerning their own path in life, including what Father Joseph would tell his younger self and his guidance for young men considering the priesthood. To wrap up, the interview concludes with a "Favorites" segment that reveals the prayers, people, and places that have shaped his journey.
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  Aim Higher Podcast! Saint of the Month: St. Catherine of Siena 23.04.2026 51mnt

  In this installment of our "Saint of the Month" series, Sister Catherine is joined by His Excellency, Bishop Giles Butler, OFM DD. For April, the saint we chose was St. Catherine of Siena - a member of the Third Order of St. Dominic who lived in the 14th century.
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  Aim Higher Podcast: Know the Mass - The Sign of the Cross & Psalm 42 14.04.2026 42mnt

  In our latest installment of the Know the Mass series, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine discuss the beautiful symbol of our faith: the Sign of the Cross, along with the joyful prayer, Psalm 42. Link to Bishop Giles' Sermon on Psalm 42: https://youtu.be/NQY23wBUfRs
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  Bonus! Aim Higher Podcast - Growing in Holiness Family Discussion Questions 01.04.2026 31mnt

  In this bonus episode, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine address two questions posed in our Growing in Holiness Newsletter. We hope that our discussion will encourage families to do the same. The first question: Would you rather have been present when Christ instituted the Sacrament of Holy Eucharist the night before He died or when He instituted the Sacrament of Penance after His Resurrection? The second question: Would you rather be Simon of Cyrene, who was forced to help carry Jesus' heavy Cross, or Saint Veronica, who bravely wiped Jesus' face?
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  Aim Higher Podcast! Saint of the Month: St. Gabriel the Archangel & The Annunciation 25.03.2026 32mnt

  In this installment of our "Saint of the Month" series, Sister Catherine is joined by His Excellency, Bishop Giles Butler, OFM DD. The feasts of St. Gabriel and the Annunciation occur back-to-back for a reason. This episode examines the nature of a calling: how to overcome fear, ask the right questions, and ultimately say yes to God.