Episodes
7 days ago
7 days ago
With 55 people in OCIA at St. John's and 86 at Holy Family Cathedral, our priests talk about why those numbers are so high. Is it something specific to these parishes or are there lessons to be learned that can apply to every parish? Fr. O'Brien (Holy Family) and Fr. Kerry (St. John's in Stillwater) share their love for the faith and their passion for making converts.
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
No Dead November: Praying for the Dead This Month
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
Thursday Nov 07, 2024
November is the month where we pray for the dead. Why do we do that? Where is that in Scripture? Fr. Kerry (OSU) and Fr. O'Brien (Holy Family) talk it through on this week's episode of "Pastors of Payne."
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
"How to Give Up Grudges and Other Fruits of Our Sabbaticals"
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
In 2023, Fr. Kerry took a sabbatical. In 2024, Fr. O'Brien did the same. What lessons were learned? Why are sabbaticals so important? This week's "Pastors of Payne" explores the fruits of these two important experiences in the life of our priests.
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
"Rock the Vote: Catholics and the 2024 Election"
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
We are SO back!
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Father Kerry welcomes back founding host Father O'Brien who shares how his life has changed as he settles into his new role as the rector of Holy Family Cathedral in Tulsa.
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
“Making Sense Of Restored Order”
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
In this week’s episode, Fr. Kerry and St. Francis Xavier Youth Director Kira Ziola talk about the recent release of the Restored Order from the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma, what it means for parents and the Sacraments of the Church for kids and teens.
Resource:
CCC 1285, 1312-1313
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
“Relationship: God and My Gal Pals”
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
In this week’s episode, Fr. Kerry and St. Francis Xavier Youth Director Kira Ziola talk about the importance of a life of faith from a woman’s perspective and how a relationship with Jesus can change your life.
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
“Kids Sports, But Christ First”
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
In this week’s episode, Fr. Kerry and returning guest Brett Akins talk about what is more important between attending Mass and worship of the Lord or kids’ weekend sports.
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
“Coming Soon To A Tailgate Near You”
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
In this week’s episode, Fr. Kerry and special guest Brett Akins talk about college football, tailgating, supporting the Catholic mission, and summertime in Stillwater.
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
“Original Sin: A Blessing And A Curse”
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
In this week’s episode, Fr. Kerry and interim host Clay Furleigh talk about modern philosophers who have taken Christianity under scientific scrutiny in an attempt to debunk the foundational teaching of Original Sin.
Resources:
CCC 385, 397, 410
Romans 5