Diakonia - Deacon Pat Kearns

Marriage: Where God Teaches Us to Love

2026-11-09T10:52:22.300-08:00

Marriage: Where God Teaches Us to Love

We enter marriage hoping to be loved, and along the way, God teaches us how to love. In this episode of The Catholic Journey, Deacon Pat Kearns explores how everyday moments—the disagreements, apologies, quiet sacrifices, and choices to listen—can become opportunities to grow in holiness.

Through a relatable story and practical reflection, discover how Christ’s grace helps imperfect people grow in patience, forgiveness, and compassion, one ordinary day at a time.

🎧 Listen and share with someone who could use encouragement in their marriage.

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“Will There Be Enough Oil in Your Lamp?”

2026-11-08T09:04:24.274-08:00

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily: “Will There Be Enough Oil in Your Lamp?”
Gospel: Matthew 25:1–13

What if tomorrow were your last day on earth? Would you be ready to meet Jesus?

In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the ten virgins—five wise and five foolish. All were invited to the wedding feast, but only five were prepared when the bridegroom arrived.

Through a moving modern-day story of a man who loses his younger brother unexpectedly, this homily challenges us to examine our own lives and ask an important question: Do I truly have a relationship with Jesus, or have I simply spent my life knowing about Him?

So often, we tell ourselves that we'll pray more, return to confession, forgive someone, or grow closer to God when life slows down. But what if that tomorrow never comes?

Jesus reminds us that faith isn't something we prepare for at the last minute. It's something we nurture every day through prayer, love, forgiveness, and the sacraments.

Don't wait until the end of your life to build the relationship with Jesus that you will need for eternity.

Join me for this reflection on the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, and ask yourself one simple question: Is there enough oil in my lamp?

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The Little Girl Who Saw a Saint

2026-11-07T07:07:21.496-08:00

The Man Who Thought Heaven Wasn't for Him
Episode 3 of 5: The Little Girl Who Saw a Saint

What if the person who helps you find your way back to God is someone who knows nothing about your past?

For more than thirty years, Thomas Callahan believed that his sins were too terrible to be forgiven. Haunted by the life he had taken and the family he had destroyed, he lived trapped in guilt, shame, and loneliness.

But then came Emily.

A nine-year-old girl with a red coat, an innocent heart, and a faith so simple that it began breaking through the walls Thomas had built around himself.

One day, she asked him a question that would change everything:

❤️ "If Jesus forgave the people who nailed Him to the cross, why wouldn't He forgive you?"

Those words begin an extraordinary journey that leads Thomas back into a Catholic church, into the confessional, and ultimately into the loving mercy of Jesus Christ.

But accepting God's forgiveness is only the beginning. Thomas must now find the courage to confront the family whose lives he destroyed.

Join me for this deeply emotional third episode of our five-part fictional series about sin, redemption, unlikely friendships, and the transforming power of God's grace.

Because no matter how far we've wandered, God still knows the way home.

🎧 Listen to The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns.

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❤️ I Didn't Know Love Could Feel Like This ❤️

2026-11-07T05:30:36.079-08:00

❤️ I Didn't Know Love Could Feel Like This ❤️

Last night, we had a wonderful visit from my son and his new girlfriend, along with one of his childhood friends and his recently married wife.

As I watched these young couples together, I found myself thinking about love, relationships, and how beautiful it is when someone comes into your life who genuinely cares about you.

Sometimes people go through relationships that leave them hurt, questioning their worth, or wondering if they'll ever find someone who truly appreciates them. And then, one day, someone comes along who changes all of that. Someone who is kind, patient, thoughtful, and makes them feel good about who they are.

That visit inspired me to write this new song, "I Didn't Know Love Could Feel Like This."

It's about discovering that real love isn't supposed to make you feel small, afraid, or unworthy. Real love helps you become the best version of yourself.

And perhaps one of the greatest gifts in life is finding someone who reminds you that you were always worthy of being loved.

I hope this song touches your heart, especially if you've ever been hurt by love but found the courage to open your heart again.

❤️ Because sometimes the right person doesn't just make you fall in love with them... they help you fall in love with yourself again.

🎶 Enjoy the song, and God bless!

The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

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Twenty-Eight Years of Darkness

2026-11-06T17:51:48.341-08:00

The Man Who Thought Heaven Wasn't for Him
Episode 2 of 5: Twenty-Eight Years of Darkness

Can a man who has done something unforgivable ever find his way back to God?

For twenty-eight years, Thomas Callahan lived behind prison walls, haunted by the innocent life he had taken and the family he had destroyed.

An elderly priest refused to give up on him, even when Thomas had given up on himself. But after his release, Thomas remained trapped in a prison of guilt, shame, and loneliness.

Then one cold November afternoon, something extraordinary happened.

A nine-year-old girl in a red coat needed help fixing her bicycle. Her name was Emily, and she had no idea that her simple act of friendship would begin to change a broken man's life forever.

❤️ Sometimes God's grace doesn't arrive through a great miracle. Sometimes it arrives through a little girl with a broken bicycle.

Join me for Episode 2 of this emotional five-part fictional series about sin, forgiveness, redemption, and the extraordinary mercy of God.

Because no matter how far we've wandered, God still knows the way home.

🎧 Listen to The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns.

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NEW PODCAST SERIES: The Man Who Thought Heaven Wasn't for Him

2026-11-05T19:17:13.283-08:00

🎙️ NEW PODCAST SERIES: The Man Who Thought Heaven Wasn't for Him

Episode 1: The Boy Who Stopped Believing

What happens when a little boy who once loved God grows into a man who believes God has abandoned him?

Thomas Callahan began life with a loving mother, a strong faith, and dreams of becoming a priest. But tragedy, abuse, and a series of devastating choices would lead him down a dark road—one that ultimately ended in violence, the loss of an innocent life, and a prison sentence.

Alone in his cell, haunted by his past, Thomas becomes convinced that heaven could never be a place for someone like him.

But what Thomas doesn't yet understand is that God has not given up on him.

Join me for the first episode of this powerful five-part fictional series about brokenness, sin, forgiveness, and the extraordinary power of God's mercy.

❤️ Because no matter how far we've wandered, God still knows the way home.

🎧 Listen to The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns.

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Stories from the Heart — The Books of Deacon Pat Kearns

2026-11-04T19:06:57.108-08:00

📚🎶 Stories from the Heart — The Books of Deacon Pat Kearns

Over the years, I've had the blessing of writing books that reflect so many parts of my life's journey—my Catholic faith, my family, the struggles I've witnessed, the lessons I've learned, and the incredible power of God's grace.

From novels filled with unforgettable characters to spiritual reflections, devotionals, workbooks, and children's adventures, each book carries a little piece of my heart.

I recently wrote a song called "Stories from the Heart" to celebrate these books and, more importantly, the reasons I wrote them.

Some stories are meant to make you smile. Others may bring a tear to your eye. Some are written to challenge you, strengthen your faith, or remind you that no matter what life brings, God is never far away.

My hope has always been simple: If even one person finds encouragement, healing, laughter, or a deeper relationship with God through something I've written, then every hour spent writing was worthwhile.

🎵 I hope you'll take a few minutes to listen to my new song, Stories from the Heart.

📚 And I invite you to explore my books on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Deacon-Pat-Kearns/author/B004XQOY9K

Thank you to everyone who has supported my writing, read one of my books, or shared my work with someone else. Your encouragement means more than you know.

Every book tells a story. Every story has a purpose. And sometimes, the right story finds us just when we need it most.

God bless you!

— Deacon Pat Kearns

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GOD, WHAT IF I'VE WASTED MY LIFE?

2026-11-04T15:51:51.413-08:00

GOD, WHAT IF I'VE WASTED MY LIFE?

🎙️ THE QUESTIONS WE ARE AFRAID TO ASK GOD
Episode 7 | The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

Have you ever looked back over your life and wondered if you made the right choices?

Maybe you spent too many years working and not enough time with your family. Perhaps there are relationships you wish you could repair, opportunities you let slip away, or dreams you never pursued.

And as the years pass, a difficult question sometimes begins to surface:

“God, what if I've wasted my life?”

It's a question that becomes especially meaningful as we grow older and realize just how quickly life passes.

In this seventh episode of The Questions We Are Afraid to Ask God, we explore the burden of regret, the fear of missed opportunities, and the extraordinary mercy of a God who never stops calling us.

Through the stories of Saint Peter, the workers in the vineyard, and the good thief on the cross, we'll discover that our mistakes don't have to define us, our accomplishments don't determine our worth, and it's never too late to turn toward God.

❤️ The fact that you arrived late does not mean you arrived too late.

Maybe your life hasn't turned out the way you imagined. Maybe you're carrying regrets that nobody else knows about. But God isn't finished with you.

There are still people to love, relationships to heal, acts of kindness to offer, and opportunities to grow closer to Christ.

Join me for this heartfelt reflection on growing older, finding purpose, accepting God's forgiveness, and discovering that the years ahead can still be filled with meaning.

You cannot go back and rewrite yesterday, but with God's grace, you can still change the meaning of tomorrow.

🎧 The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

🙏 Sometimes the questions we're afraid to ask are the very questions that deepen our faith.

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SAINT JOSEMARÍA ESCRIVÁ: FINDING GOD IN THE ORDINARY

2026-11-03T15:21:24.052-08:00

SAINT JOSEMARÍA ESCRIVÁ: FINDING GOD IN THE ORDINARY

🎙️ The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns
Special Podcast Episode

Have you ever wondered whether your ordinary, everyday life really matters to God?

You get up, go to work, take care of your family, pay the bills, and do it all over again tomorrow. Sometimes it feels as though holiness is something reserved for priests, religious sisters, missionaries, or people doing extraordinary things.

But what if the very life you're living right now is exactly where God is calling you to become a saint?

In this special episode of The Catholic Journey, we explore the remarkable life of Saint Josemaría Escrivá, the Spanish priest who founded Opus Dei and dedicated his life to teaching that holiness can be found in the most ordinary moments.

We'll discover how everyday work, marriage, family responsibilities, and even life's frustrations can become opportunities to grow closer to God.

His message is simple, yet powerful: You don't have to escape your ordinary life to find God. You can find Him right in the middle of it.

❤️ Whether you're a nurse caring for patients, a parent raising children, a grandparent enjoying retirement, or someone simply trying to make it through another busy day, this episode is for you.

Join me for this inspiring 7–8-minute reflection and discover how one saint's extraordinary message can transform the way you see your everyday life.

You don't have to live an extraordinary life to become a saint. You simply have to learn to love God extraordinarily in the life you've been given.

🎧 The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

🙏 Sometimes the greatest opportunities for holiness are found in the smallest moments of our lives.

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GOD, WHY DO BAD PEOPLE SEEM TO PROSPER?

2026-11-02T17:03:31.166-08:00

GOD, WHY DO BAD PEOPLE SEEM TO PROSPER?

🎙️ THE QUESTIONS WE ARE AFRAID TO ASK GOD
Episode 6 | The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

Have you ever wondered why people who lie, cheat, manipulate, and hurt others sometimes seem to have everything, while honest, hardworking, faithful people struggle just to get by?

Why does doing the right thing sometimes feel like it puts us at a disadvantage? And if God truly cares about justice, why does He allow dishonesty and wrongdoing to go unpunished?

These are questions that have troubled believers for thousands of years.

In this sixth episode of The Questions We Are Afraid to Ask God, we explore what Scripture teaches us about wealth, injustice, envy, and the difference between worldly success and a life that truly matters.

We'll discover why financial success isn't necessarily a sign of God's approval, why comparing our lives to others can steal our peace, and why choosing to do what is right is never wasted in God's eyes.

❤️ The world measures success by what we accumulate. God measures our lives by who we become.

Join me for this thought-provoking 7–8-minute reflection as we discover that a successful life isn't necessarily one filled with wealth, power, or recognition, but one filled with love, integrity, and faithfulness to God.

🎧 The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

🙏 Sometimes the questions we're afraid to ask are the very questions that deepen our faith.

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GOD, WHAT IF I DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING THE CHURCH TEACHES?

2026-11-01T13:10:30.886-08:00

🙏 GOD, WHAT IF I DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING THE CHURCH TEACHES?

🎙️ THE QUESTIONS WE ARE AFRAID TO ASK GOD
Episode 5 | The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

Have you ever found yourself questioning something the Catholic Church teaches? Maybe you've struggled with a particular doctrine, disagreed with a Church teaching, or wondered whether having doubts makes you a bad Catholic.

You're certainly not alone.

But here's an important question: Are we genuinely searching for God's truth, or are we sometimes looking for a faith that agrees with what we already believe?

In this fifth episode of The Questions We Are Afraid to Ask God, we explore the difference between questioning and rejecting Church teachings, why Jesus gave His Church the authority to teach, and how we can navigate doubts without abandoning our faith.

We'll also discuss what happens when the Church itself has disappointed or hurt us, and why the failures of individuals should never overshadow the truth of Jesus Christ.

❤️ Faith doesn't mean we understand everything. It means we're willing to keep following Christ as He leads us toward the truth.

Join me for this thought-provoking 7–8-minute reflection as we discover that sincere questions can lead us toward a deeper, more mature Catholic faith.

🎧 The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

🙏 Sometimes the questions we're afraid to ask are the very questions that deepen our faith.

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"God, have I disappointed You? Have I gone too far to be forgiven?"

2026-10-28T07:18:44.406-07:00

🙏 GOD, HAVE I DISAPPOINTED YOU?

🎙️ THE QUESTIONS WE ARE AFRAID TO ASK GOD
Episode 3 | The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

Have you ever looked back on your life and wished you could erase something? A terrible decision, a broken relationship, words you wish you could take back, or mistakes that still haunt you years later?

And somewhere deep inside, you've wondered:

"God, have I disappointed You? Have I gone too far to be forgiven?"

In this third episode of The Questions We Are Afraid to Ask God, we explore the weight of guilt and regret, the difference between guilt and shame, and the extraordinary mercy of God.

Through the stories of Peter's denial of Jesus and the Prodigal Son, we discover that our failures don't have to define our future.

❤️ You may have failed God, but God has not given up on you.

Join me for this 7–8-minute reflection as we discover that God's mercy is greater than our mistakes and that it's never too late to come home.

🎧 The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

🙏 Sometimes the questions we're afraid to ask are the very questions that deepen our faith.

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GOD, ARE YOU REALLY LISTENING TO ME?

2026-10-27T20:02:37.291-07:00

🙏 GOD, ARE YOU REALLY LISTENING TO ME?

🎙️ THE QUESTIONS WE ARE AFRAID TO ASK GOD
Episode 2 | The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

Have you ever prayed with all your heart, begged God for an answer, and heard nothing but silence?

Maybe you've prayed for healing, for a struggling marriage, for a child who has lost their faith, or for something in your life that desperately needs to change.

And after weeks, months, or even years of waiting, you've wondered:

"God, are You really listening to me?"

In this second episode of The Questions We Are Afraid to Ask God, we explore why God sometimes seems silent, what Scripture teaches us about unanswered prayers, and how we can continue trusting Him when life doesn't turn out the way we hoped.

❤️ Remember: God's silence does not mean God's absence.

Join me for this 7–8-minute reflection as we discover that prayer isn't simply about getting the answers we want. It's about growing closer to the God who already knows our hearts.

🎧 The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

🙏 Sometimes the questions we're afraid to ask are the very questions that deepen our faith.

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GOD, WHY DO YOU LET GOOD PEOPLE SUFFER?

2026-10-26T19:38:08.280-07:00

🙏 GOD, WHY DO YOU LET GOOD PEOPLE SUFFER?

🎙️ NEW SERIES: THE QUESTIONS WE ARE AFRAID TO ASK GOD
Episode 1 | The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

Why does a loving God allow good people to suffer? Why do innocent children become sick, faithful families experience tragedy, and people who have devoted their lives to helping others face unimaginable hardships?

It's one of the most difficult questions we can ask God—and one that many of us have struggled with.

In this first episode of our powerful new series, The Questions We Are Afraid to Ask God, we explore what Scripture and our Catholic faith teach us about suffering, God's love, and finding hope when life doesn't make sense.

❤️ Here's something worth remembering: God doesn't promise us a life without suffering, but He does promise not to abandon us in it.

Join me for this 7–8-minute reflection as we begin a journey of asking the difficult questions that can ultimately bring us closer to God.

🎧 The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

🙏 Sometimes the questions we're afraid to ask are the very questions that deepen our faith.

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THREE THINGS EVERY FATHER WISHES HE COULD TEACH HIS DAUGHTER

2026-10-25T11:09:10.420-07:00

❤️ THREE THINGS EVERY FATHER WISHES HE COULD TEACH HIS DAUGHTER

🎙️ The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

There was a time when a father could hold his little girl in his arms and make her feel safe from the world.

But little girls grow up. They begin living their own lives, facing their own struggles, and making their own decisions.

And every father eventually realizes that he won't always be there to protect his daughter.

So what are the most important lessons he hopes she'll remember?

In this heartfelt second episode of our special series on fatherhood, we explore three things every father wishes he could teach his daughter:

❤️ Know your worth. You are beautifully and wonderfully made by God. Never allow someone else to determine your value.

💕 Never settle for a love that diminishes you. Choose relationships built on respect, kindness, faithfulness, and genuine love.

🙏 Have the courage to become the woman God created you to be. Follow your dreams, trust God's plan, and never allow fear to hold you back.

And perhaps the most important message a father could ever leave his daughter is this:

"You were my little girl for only a few years. But you will be my daughter for all eternity."

Whether you're a father, a daughter, or someone remembering a dad who is no longer here, this episode is a beautiful reminder that a father's greatest gift isn't his ability to protect his daughter forever, but the love and faith he leaves in her heart.

🎧 Join Deacon Pat Kearns for this moving reflection on love, faith, family, and the lessons that last a lifetime.

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THREE THINGS EVERY FATHER WISHES HE COULD TEACH HIS SON

2026-10-24T09:06:06.008-07:00

❤️ THREE THINGS EVERY FATHER WISHES HE COULD TEACH HIS SON

🎙️ The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

There comes a time in every father's life when he realizes he won't always be there to guide his son.

And he begins to wonder: Have I taught him what really matters?

In this heartfelt episode, we explore three powerful lessons every father hopes his son will carry throughout his life:

❤️ Your worth isn't measured by your success, but by the man you become.

💪 Real strength isn't about being tough. It's about having the courage to love, forgive, and show compassion.

🙏 No matter how far life takes you, never forget that God loves you and you can always find your way home to Him.

Whether you're a father, a son, or someone remembering the lessons of a father who has passed away, this episode is a reminder that the greatest legacy a father leaves isn't what he owns, but the love, faith, and example he leaves behind.

🎧 Join Deacon Pat Kearns for this meaningful reflection on fatherhood, faith, and the lessons that last a lifetime.

Coming next: Three Things Every Father Wishes He Could Teach His Daughter.

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A SCHOOL BENEATH A TREE — THE STORY OF MY FRIEND BETO

2026-10-24T07:12:56.415-07:00

❤️ A SCHOOL BENEATH A TREE — THE STORY OF MY FRIEND BETO ❤️

Many years ago, in a small Guatemalan village called Godínez, local farmers asked a teacher named Beto to open a school so their children could have a better future.

Beto had no money. But he had faith.

He prayed, listened to God, and began teaching children beneath a tree.

Decades later, that little dream has become a thriving school bearing his name. Countless children have been given opportunities because one man said YES to God.

Today, Beto needs our help.

He recently suffered a serious stroke and now needs a pacemaker, medications, and ongoing medical treatment. His family simply doesn't have the resources to cover these expenses.

Beto and his wife Ruth opened their home to Liz and me when we lived in Guatemala. He taught me more about faith, generosity, and serving others than he will ever know.

I wrote this song to honor my friend and tell his extraordinary story.

If many of us give just a little, together we can make an enormous difference.

Please consider donating, sharing this song, and praying for Beto and his family.

❤️ Help Beto and his family here:
https://gofund.me/44a4cd19e

Sometimes God asks us to plant the seeds. Sometimes He asks us to help care for those who planted them.

— Deacon Pat Kearns
The Catholic Journey

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“WILL YOU ALSO LEAVE?”

2026-10-23T12:00:48.847-07:00

✝️ EPISODE 8 — SERIES FINALE

“WILL YOU ALSO LEAVE?”
Things Jesus Said That We Still Don't Understand

📖 John 6:60–69

What happens when following Jesus becomes difficult? When His teachings challenge us, our prayers seem unanswered, or life tests the very foundation of our faith?

After Jesus delivered His powerful teaching about the Bread of Life, many of His disciples turned away. Jesus then looked at the Twelve and asked a question that still speaks to every one of us today:

“Do you also want to leave?”

In this powerful final episode, Deacon Pat Kearns explores what it truly means to remain faithful when we don't have all the answers.

Through Peter's unforgettable response, “Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life,” we discover that genuine faith isn't about understanding everything. It's about trusting the One who does.

❤️ In this episode, we'll reflect on:

Why people sometimes walk away from their faith.
The difference between struggling with faith and abandoning it.
What Peter teaches us about trust and discipleship.
Why Jesus never promised that following Him would be easy.
How to remain close to Christ even during life's greatest challenges.

As we conclude this series, one truth stands above all others:

Faith isn't about having all the answers. It's about knowing the One who does.

🙏 Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, Jesus is still inviting you to follow Him.

The question is: Will you stay?

🎧 Join Deacon Pat Kearns for this meaningful conclusion to Things Jesus Said That We Still Don't Understand.

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A Little Faith Everyday Can change Your Life!

2026-10-23T05:44:50.857-07:00

A Little Faith Everyday Can change Your Life!

❤️ Please Help a Very Special Man in Guatemala

2026-10-22T20:19:40.475-07:00

❤️ Please Help a Very Special Man in Guatemala

Our dear friend Beto has spent his life serving others in San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala. He founded a school for rural children and has dedicated decades to teaching the Catholic faith.

Beto and his wife, Ruth, welcomed Liz and me into their home for an entire year. His friendship, faith, and generosity changed my life.

Beto has now suffered a serious stroke and is hospitalized. After a lifetime of helping others, he needs our help.

Please consider making a donation toward his medical expenses. Any amount will help. If you cannot donate, please share this post and keep Beto and Ruth in your prayers.

🙏 Let's come together for a man who has given so much to others.

❤️ https://gofund.me/44a4cd19e

Deacon Pat Kearns

“Why Do You Call Me Good?”

2026-10-22T18:51:34.249-07:00

✝️ THINGS JESUS SAID THAT WE STILL DON'T UNDERSTAND

🎙️ Episode 7 — “Why Do You Call Me Good?”

The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

📖 Mark 10:17–27

Did Jesus actually question whether He was good?

A wealthy young man approached Jesus with one of the most important questions anyone could ask:

“Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?”

But Jesus responded with something unexpected:

“Why do you call me good? No one is good but God alone.” — Mark 10:18

Wait a minute! Was Jesus suggesting that He wasn't good? Was He denying that He was God? Or was He trying to teach this young man something far more profound?

In Episode 7 of our series, Things Jesus Said That We Still Don't Understand, we explore this fascinating encounter and discover that being a good person and truly following Jesus aren't always the same thing.

❤️ One of the most beautiful moments in this Gospel comes when Scripture tells us:

“Jesus, looking at him, loved him.” — Mark 10:21

Jesus saw a man who had followed the commandments, lived a respectable life, and genuinely wanted eternal life.

But there was one thing he couldn't let go of.

And when Jesus invited him to surrender it and follow Him, the young man walked away sad.

Here's the question this Gospel asks each of us:

What is the one thing in your life that might be keeping you from following Jesus more completely?

Maybe it's money, pride, fear, resentment, the need for control, or simply the comfort of living life on your own terms.

🙏 In this episode, we'll explore why Jesus challenged this young man, what true goodness means, and why God's invitation to surrender something is often an invitation to discover something greater.

Jesus doesn't simply want us to be good people. He wants us to become His disciples.

And the most beautiful part?

Even when we struggle to let go, Jesus looks at us with love.

🎧 Join me for this meaningful reflection. You may discover that the very thing you've been holding onto is what God is inviting you to release.

🎙️ The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

✝️ Sometimes the greatest step forward in faith begins with learning to let go.

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HE LOOKED AT ME AND LOVED ME

2026-10-22T07:28:24.823-07:00

✝️ HE LOOKED AT ME AND LOVED ME ❤️

🎶 A new original Christian rock ballad inspired by Mark 10:17–27 and Episode 7 of The Catholic Journey.

A young man came to Jesus searching for eternal life. He had followed the commandments and lived a good life, but there was one thing he couldn't let go of.

And Scripture tells us something beautiful:

“Jesus, looking at him, loved him.” — Mark 10:21

❤️ Sometimes Jesus asks us to let go of things not because He wants to take something away, but because He wants to give us something greater.

This song is about surrender, second chances, and the incredible love of a Savior who sees our struggles and loves us anyway.

🎸 “He looked at me and loved me... and His love still calls me home!”

🙏 What might Jesus be asking you to let go of today?

🎙️ The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

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“I Came Not to Bring Peace, but a Sword”

2026-10-21T14:56:16.110-07:00

✝️ THINGS JESUS SAID THAT WE STILL DON'T UNDERSTAND

🎙️ Episode 5 — “I Came Not to Bring Peace, but a Sword”

The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

📖 Matthew 10:34–39

Did Jesus really say He came to bring a sword instead of peace?

How could the same Jesus who taught us to love our enemies, forgive those who hurt us, and become peacemakers say something so shocking?

Was Jesus encouraging conflict? Division? Even violence?

Absolutely not. But His message may challenge you more than you expect.

In this powerful fifth episode of our series, Things Jesus Said That We Still Don't Understand, we explore one of the most misunderstood teachings of Jesus.

We discover that following Christ doesn't always make life easier. Sometimes it creates tension in our families, challenges our relationships, and requires us to stand firm when the world pressures us to compromise our beliefs.

❤️ And here's something especially important:

Many Catholic parents know the heartbreak of watching their children walk away from the faith. How do we remain faithful to Christ while continuing to love those who no longer share our beliefs?

Jesus reminds us that we don't have to choose between standing for truth and treating others with love.

Real Christian courage isn't about winning arguments. It's about remaining faithful to Christ without losing our compassion for others.

🙏 In this episode, we'll reflect on the true meaning of the sword, the cost of discipleship, and why the peace Jesus promises is so much deeper than simply avoiding conflict.

Here's a question worth asking yourself today:

Are you willing to stand for your faith, even when doing so comes at a personal cost?

🎧 Join me for this thought-provoking reflection. You may never hear these words of Jesus the same way again.

🎙️ The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

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NOT PEACE, BUT A SWORD!

2026-10-21T05:42:18.895-07:00

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NOT PEACE, BUT A SWORD! ✝️

A Powerful New Catholic Rock Song!

What if following Jesus doesn't always make life easier? What if standing for your faith sometimes means standing alone?

In Matthew 10:34, Jesus said something shocking:

“I have come to bring not peace but the sword.”

But Jesus wasn't calling us to violence or hatred. He was reminding us that following Him takes courage, conviction, and sometimes sacrifice.

🎶 My new original rock song, “Not Peace, But a Sword,” brings this powerful Gospel message to life with driving guitars, explosive energy, and lyrics that challenge us to live our faith boldly.

❤️ One of my favorite lines from the song:

“I don't want to win the argument,
If it means I lose your heart.”

Because being a Christian isn't about winning arguments, condemning others, or creating division.

It's about standing for truth without ever abandoning love.

In a world filled with anger, division, and uncertainty, we need Christians who have the courage to stand firm in their faith and the compassion to love those who disagree with them.

🎸 Turn up the volume, listen to the message, and ask yourself:

Am I willing to stand for Christ, even when it's difficult?

🙏 I hope this song inspires you to be courageous in your faith, gentle in your words, and unwavering in your love for Jesus.

🎙️ The Catholic Journey with Deacon Pat Kearns

✝️ Faith isn't always the easy road. But it's always worth walking.

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STILL CATHOLIC, STILL BECOMING

2026-10-20T20:26:01.714-07:00

🎶 STILL CATHOLIC, STILL BECOMING ✝️❤️

A song for a generation trying to balance life, faith, and everything in between.

Your 30s can be complicated. Careers, marriage, raising children, paying bills, chasing dreams, and sometimes wondering if you're becoming the person God created you to be.

And somewhere in the middle of it all, there's your faith.

Maybe you attend Mass every Sunday. Maybe you've drifted away from the Church. Maybe you still believe in God but have more questions than answers.

This song is for you.

Being Catholic doesn't mean having a perfect life. It doesn't mean never questioning, never struggling, or never falling.

It means believing that even in our imperfections, God's grace is still at work.

It means remembering that the Eucharist is still there, God's mercy is still waiting, and no matter how far we've wandered, there's always a way home.

One of my favorite lines from this new song is:

🎵 "I'm not perfect, never claimed to be, but there's grace enough for someone like me."

I wrote "Still Catholic, Still Becoming" as a reminder that faith isn't something we finish learning in childhood. It's a lifelong journey of growing, questioning, falling, getting back up, and discovering just how deeply God loves us.

If you're in your 30s, I hope this song speaks to your heart. And if you're older, perhaps it will remind you of your own journey.

❤️ You don't have to have it all figured out to belong to God.

🎧 Take a few minutes to listen, and please share this with someone who might need to hear it.

Still Catholic. Still Becoming. Still His.

— Deacon Pat Kearns
The Catholic Journey

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