Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)

Our Role in Evangelization

March 12th, 2025  |  Season 0  |  32 mins 32 secs

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Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain the gift of evangelization and how God wants us to participate in the good work He started in us.

The Purpose of Lent

March 5th, 2025  |  Season 0  |  34 mins 50 secs

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What is your plan for Lent? Is there anything you’ve been avoiding that the Lord is tugging at your heart to revisit? Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle explain where our focus should be and how Lent is a time to become more disciplined, virtuous and free.

How to Suffer Well

February 26th, 2025  |  Season 0  |  37 mins 37 secs

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When you’re facing suffering, it’s very natural to ask why. However, if we suspend that question and instead ask ‘God, how can I love the most at this moment?’, you’ll get more answers than if you were to actually get the answer to your question. Today, Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle give tips how on how to suffer well and weather the storms of difficulties.

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The Problem with Pain

February 19th, 2025  |  Season 0  |  33 mins 53 secs

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How can there be pain and a loving God? Gomer and Dave explain how the Cross is the answer to the problem of pain and how we need to find our place in the crucified Christ. They also unpack the things that separate us from God in the midst of suffering.

When God Says No: Faith, Miracles, and God's Will

February 12th, 2025  |  Season 0  |  33 mins 43 secs

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Does our sin cause suffering? Yes and no. Gomer and Dave explore the complex relationship between sin and suffering. They discuss the nuances of attributing suffering to sin, the role of divine justice, and how miracles fit into God's greater plan.

Facing Resentment in Suffering

February 5th, 2025  |  Season 0  |  45 mins 24 secs

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Why do innocents suffer? Why does God allow me to suffer in ways that keep from accomplishing good things? There are many parts to suffering that are difficult to understand and can build resentment within us. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle address these questions and share how they help others let go of their resentment in suffering.

Why Does Suffering Exist?

January 29th, 2025  |  Season 0  |  36 mins 6 secs

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How can a loving God allow suffering to exist? This question may be one of the most asked questions about Christianity. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle begin a new series on the Problem of Pain where they respond to this question. They begin by discussing why suffering exists, why God allows it to exist, and where God is at in our suffering.

This Is Random

January 22nd, 2025  |  Season 0  |  32 mins 5 secs

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New ventures, Marian consecration, and struggles with productivity are just some of the topics that Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle touch on in this week’s episode. While somewhat random, Mike and Dave’s conversation offers encouragement and resources that will aid you in your discipleship journey.

Spiritual Warfare: Listener Questions

January 15th, 2025  |  Season 0  |  32 mins 55 secs

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Dave VanVickle responds to some of your questions regarding spiritual warfare. The topics of these questions range from possession to scrupulosity to whether St. Michael is an archangel or not. Dave responds to each question with both wisdom and encouragement so that each of us can continue striving for greater union with God.

The Occult

December 4th, 2024  |  Season 0  |  34 mins 55 secs

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Are horoscopes actually dangerous? What should I do if a family member or friend is exploring the occult? Why is the occult against Catholic teaching? Mike Gormley and Dave VanVickle share information on popular occult practices we should avoid and why, and what to do if you or someone you know has been involved in the occult.