Way Of The Heart

As men, we often find it difficult to look at our woundedness and need for healing. Why is that, and what can we do to engage the process better in this important area? In this episode, renowned Catholic psychologist Dr. Bob Schuchts joins Jake and Brett to discuss healing in a deeply personal way. The three men share examples of healing in their own lives, and Dr. Bob helps Jake work through a childhood memory live on the episode. You can hear more from Dr. Bob and Jake on their podcast, Restore the Glory. Don’t forget to check the show notes for many helpful resources!    Guiding Quote: “Healing is an essential dimension of the apostolic mission and of Christianity. When understood at a sufficiently deep level, this expresses the entire content of redemption.” - Pope Benedict XVI (Jesus of Nazareth)   Key Points How men’s ministry led to Dr. Bob’s healing work Off script discussion of the phenomenon of Jordan Peterson Dr. Bob shares what comes to mind when he thinks of healing in men Understanding why men

Loneliness is epidemic among men today. The thing is, we’re not meant to live without deep friendship. Join Jake and Brett as they get real about the strength they’ve found in their own friendship and how they have intentionally invested in it over time. They share why every man needs true brothers who will walk with them through the trenches of life, and how to go about building friendships like that.     Key Quote: Be a son. Love the process. Close the gap.    Key Points Jake asks Brett a vulnerable question about their friendship The importance of ‘checking in’ with our brothers The power of consistency and presence (companionship) in brotherhood Some simple things you can do to walk with someone through a hard time Learning long-suffering and being okay with it The difference between deep ‘3 am’ friendships and acquaintances Why men need friends Seasons of life that can be difficult that call for the support of good brothers: marriage challenges, parenting, work, health, mental health The intentional pro

In today’s episode, Brett and Jake engage with deep questions of the heart as they discuss the shrinking church. While they begin by citing Canadian stats, this trend is evident in other Western countries. Brett and Jake address why it is that culturally speaking, Jesus isn’t seen as relevant anymore. They also share some thoughts on why it’s crucial that the Church as a whole accepts a share in the responsibility of this downward trend. The following episode does not seek to provide all the answers to these difficult topics, but rather to engage in a meaningful conversation about them. We hope you find this conversation enlightening as we journey together in the way of the heart.   Key Quote: The Catholic Church almost doesn’t even need a defense. It’s more like a lion; just let it out of its cage and it takes care of itself. - Dr. Scott Hahn   Key Points Religious affiliation has dropped significantly in the past 40 years, with Covid adding an extra blow The importance of relevance and leadership on the pr

How often do we pause to think about how we’re spending our time? Are the things that are taking up our attention truly making us feel alive? In this episode, Jake and Brett explore a list of the things they turn to for life. Naturally, prayer, close relationships and sports make the list, but there are also a few surprises!   Key Quote: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life.” - John 14:6   Key Points What we mean when we say, “What gives you life?” The misunderstanding of happiness and the tendency to go for an ‘all or nothing’ approach Aristotle’s Four Levels of Happiness Things that bring Jake and Brett life The importance of relationships for our happiness Learning to trust in God’s abundance Helping in small ways can have a huge impact on the life of someone else   Discussion Questions What stood out to you in this episode? What brings you life and makes you feel alive? Are you doing those things? What might you have to dial back in order to make space for more of what brings you life?    Refere

Now is not a very popular time to be a Catholic. The culture which was once steeped in Christian ideals is now hostile to those same ideals and beliefs. In this episode, Jake and Brett discuss a book that’s currently taking the Catholic world by storm which can help us understand this shift. “From Christendom to Apostolic Mission” is a short and pithy book that’s easy to read and extremely relevant, giving us a lens through which to understand how the Church fits into the current culture. The return to an Apostolic age presents it’s own opportunities and hope for a more authentic Church.   Key Quote: “We are at the end of Christendom. Not Christianity, not the Church. Christendom is the economic, political, and social life as inspired by Christian principles. That is ending. We live in it from day to day, and we do not see the decline.” - Bishop Fulton Sheen   Key Points Christendom refers to the society in which the Church is planted, a society that is animated by Christian principles  Christendom spanned f

Our lives are increasingly distracted, and our constantly connected state can threaten to overwhelm us. Jake and Brett discuss how the art of benevolent detachment can help you ‘get your life back’ and stay focused on what’s most important. Benevolent detachment allows us to re-prioritize our time to be more loving and frees us from self-reliance. It can help us to live happier and holier lives.   Guiding Scripture: "Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7   Key Points The downsides of relentless connection through technology and our increasingly distracted state The importance of developing healthy habits  How detachment can help you to be more loving  An explanation of how self-reliance indicates a lack of trust in the Father’s love Benevolent detachment means we are not ruled by needs or opportunities    Discussion Questions What things could you use some detachment from? What “rules” do you have in place to be able to separate yourself from work while off the clock? In what ways d

We all have times in our life where the stress piles up and the tasklist seems endless. This week, Jake and Brett go down an unscripted route as they dive a little deeper into the reasons behind our desire to control as men. They talk about how to handle busy seasons as a man of God, how to find some sanity and learn the important difference between domination and dominion.    Connect with Way of the Heart: Facebook: @wayoftheheartpodcast Instagram: @wayoftheheartpodcast Website: www.wayoftheheartpodcast.com   Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow as holy men by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!   Key Points - Overcoming an endless list of tasks - What in our life do we try to control? - Looking below the surface of control to our interior state: are we seeking domination or dominion - The difference between domination and dominion - In times of chaos, find simple tasks that yo

This week, Jake and Brett take a special, extended look at their highs and lows. They both share great stories of what God is doing for them in their families and what new adventures they’re tackling at the moment. They also share about challenges due to Covid, election season and returning to school. We are all still dealing with the difficulties of a stressful and disunified time in our world and we hope this conversation reminds you that you're not alone.    Connect with Way of the Heart:- Facebook: @wayoftheheartpodcast  - Instagram: @wayoftheheartpodcast - Website: www.wayoftheheartpodcast.com   Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help others find the show and grow as holy men by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!   Key Points- There is blessing in experiencing the wider Church, not just how it is experienced from our perspective. - Story about obtaining relics- Jake trying a new adventure- Signs of a healthy di

In this second part of a conversation with Fr. Richard Conlin about winning the battle of the mind, Jake and Brett discuss how to prepare for the battle of the mind before it even begins. Preparations include spending time in prayer, immersing yourself in scripture and surrounding yourself with allies. The three men share common scenarios that men find themselves in and how to change thought patterns during these crucial moments.   Connect with Way of the Heart: Facebook: @wayoftheheartpodcast  Instagram: @wayoftheheartpodcast Website: www.wayoftheheartpodcast.com   Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow as holy men by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!   Key Scripture Romans 12:1 “Be transformed by the renewal of your mind”    Key Points Attack before the enemy begins. Wake up and pray/read Scripture. Have allies in the battle Remember that inner thoughts and reality can be ve

This is the first of a two-part conversation with Fr. Richard Conlin about winning the battle of the mind. Fr. Richard, Jake & Brett discuss how managing our thoughts is critical to opening ourselves to grace, and why it’s impossible to stay neutral in this battle. They share how turning to Scripture in times of struggle is modelled by Jesus, and can seal us in truth to combat the lies of the enemy. Editing by ForteCatholic.com

This week is the final episode in our series breaking open the three core desires of the masculine heart from John Eldredge’s book, “Wild at Heart.” The last core desire is a “beauty to rescue,” focussing on a man’s relationship with the women in his life. Editing by ForteCatholic.com

This week, Jake and Brett break open the second of three core desires of the masculine heart, based on John Eldredge’s book, “Wild at Heart”: an adventure to live. In order to embrace adventure and live as we were created to, we have to have a certain amount of risk in our lives. Editing by ForteCatholic.com

This week kicks off Jake & Brett’s new three part series based on John Eldridge’s "Wild At Heart". They explore the three key desires of every man’s heart: A Battle To Fight, An Adventure to Live & a Beauty to Rescue. This week is all about the most important battles we face and how to fight them. Enjoy!

On the anniversary of Stephen Covey’s death, Jake & Brett discuss the immense impact he’s had on their lives. They focus on one of his key quotes, “Live your life by the compass, not the clock." They discuss how hard it can be to truly live by our values and compass, and why it’s important to regularly stay connected to what matters most. 

In celebration of St. Irenaeus’s feast day, Brett & Jake break down his famous quote: “The glory of God is man fully alive.” Taking inspiration from the life of St. Irenaeus and his fight against heresy in the early Church, they dive into what it means for us to live an abundant life and how we should use our freedom.

With Father’s Day right around the corner, Brett & Jake spend an episode discussing fatherhood and the call to sacrificial love shown to us by Christ on the cross. A major theme in fatherhood is making the right choices for our family even if this means sacrificing our own desires. Growing in spiritual maturity allows us to become the fathers that God intended as we learn more and more to love without counting the cost.

Jake & Brett take a deep dive into their highs and lows before continuing the conversation about how we, as men, can learn from the example of St. Joseph. This week, they focus on the “creative courage” that St. Joseph exemplified as he led the Holy Family through difficulties. They address the redemption that God can bring from difficult circumstances in our histories, and how the sacrifices we make can bring about new and greater possibilities for us and those we love.

This week, Jake and Brett explore the topic of work and responsibility through the lens of St. Joseph the Worker. How does his example help us to grow as men in our work? How we handle our work reveals our character and our hearts. We can find profound meaning in responsibility. How does responsibility help us to mature, and how can St. Joseph help show us the way? The hosts provide insight into these essential questions, helping us identify how we can mature from boys into men.

This week kicks off a series on St. Joseph. Brett shares his experience of doing the consecration to St. Joseph and Jake shares how St. Joseph was probably not an old man like we’ve often been told. They have a discussion on the implications of St. Joseph being a young man and also take lessons from him being the patron saint of workers. How does our work help to orient us towards the Lord? Tune in to learn about masculinity by focusing on one of the greatest men of all time: St. Joseph.  

Brett & Jake are rejoined by Fr. BJ Hamilton to continue their conversation from the last episode. This week, the focus is on two of Father BJ’s primary passions: basketball & pastoral leadership. So many in Church leadership, whether lay or priests, haven’t had adequate training in how to be a leader. This has led to some very difficult situations in parishes/ministries. Fr. BJ shares how he has sought out growth as a leader and pleads for others to do the same.