Pastors of Payne (County)

Was the Blessed Virgin Mary Vietnamese?

Jumping into a debate of the day, Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry speak to the Catholic Church's truly catholic/universal world view that includes images of Jesus and Mary as being from many countries around the world. 

9:09 Mass and Catholic Life at Oklahoma State University

With the school year right around the crowd, Fr. Kerry Wakulich tells us (with Fr. O'Brien's help!) about what students and parents can expect for life at St. John Catholic Student Center. From FOCUS missionaries, to Bible studies, to Sunday Mass, daily Mass, Adoration, and Confessions, we've got you covered

Hope in a Time When We All Need Hope

The three theological virtues of faith, hope, and love are known to many. In this time of pandemic, hope is something we can use more of. Join Father O'Brien and Father Kerry on a walk through the Catechism and other documents of the Church on the virtue of hope.

Blessed Stanley Rother and Missionary Discipleship

As we prepare the celebrate the Memorial of Oklahoma priest and martyr Stanley Rother, our Payne County pastors tell the story of his life and ministry and bring it all back to Stillwater to show that we can do what Blessed Stanley Rother did. We can be missionary disciples here, there, and everywhere. 

To learn more about Blessed Stanley Rother- https://archokc.org/stanleyrother

Can Science and Religion Go Together?- Dr. Matt Cabeen and Fr. O'Brien

With Fr. Kerry out of town, Fr. O'Brien is joined by Dr. Matt Cabeen, a Catholic and an OSU microbiologist. We're talking about whether science and faith can go together and how the Catholic Church views and relates to the scientific world. Enjoy!

Monk Life: Fr. Kerry Interviews (Stillwater native!!!!) Fr. Paul Sheller, OSB

With Fr. O'Brien enjoying the mountains, Fr. Kerry takes the mic for a spirited interview with Benedictine Monk Father Paul Sheller, OSB. Fr. Paul is a Stillwater native and his parents are parishioners at St. Francis Xavier. A former seminarian of the Diocese of Tulsa, Fr. Paul joined Conception Abbey and holds numerous jobs in the monastery there. Enjoy!

What Do We Mean By "Sacrifice"?

When we come to Mass (or in these days, watch it), a sacrifice is taking place. What do we mean by that? Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry are getting theological this week walking you through the true meaning of sacrifice and how Catholicism rings true.

Mass Online v. Mass In Person- Is There a Difference?

Bringing in the the theology of the Incarnation and of spiritual communion, Fr. O'Brien and Fr. Kerry discuss the efficacy of watching the Mass vs. being present for it. A timely topic indeed! 

George Floyd, Racism, and How the Eucharist Will Make Us More Loving

Joined by Diocese of Tulsa seminarian Leo Morales and on the heels of racial unrest around the country, Fr. Kerry and Fr. O'Brien discuss Corpus Christi and the beautiful graces the Lord gives us through the Eucharist. This includes the grace to really love and welcome all those around us.

Michael Jordan, "The Last Dance" and Your Spiritual Life

Arguments come and go about who is the greatest basketball player of all time. Jordan? LeBron? Kareem? Magic? Kobe? But what can we learn about our spiritual lives from the basketball career of Michael Jordan? This week's podcast and radio show will make you laugh and challenge you to be a better follower of Jesus Christ!