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Upon This Rock

Father Don Farnan
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Father Don Farnan and guests explore spirituality and faith in all aspects of life and how they inspire, support, and strengthen your relationship with God and your union with others. Learn more at farnanspiritualitycenter.com. Read Father Don's Blog at fatherdonfarnan.com. #farnanspiritualitycenter

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Michelle Carlstedt is the executive director of The Bishop Sullivan Center (BSC). It has operated for over half a century in Kansas City, Missouri, uniting people in need with people of goodwill who provide food, relief, and countless opportunities f... more

Mark Thompson is the fourth of Byron and Jeanne’s eleven children. This conversation goes deeper into how the virtues and lessons of their parents continue to teach them, their children, and now their grandchildren. 

We also discuss in a deeper way ... more

Mary Thompson O’Connor was the firstborn of eleven Thompson children. She and her siblings were blessed with a happy childhood and the grace of tremendous parents who taught patience and perseverance. As young adults, they had to endure unexpected su... more

Father Mike Roach retired as a pastor after 45 years of service in the Diocese of Kansas City-Saint Joseph, mainly in the KC Northland. A repeat guest (hear episodes 54 & 61), Fr. Mike has quite a following throughout the local church. On this podcas... more

Vince and Amy Hodes started this audible ministry nearly two years ago by gifting Fr. Don with podcast equipment. They return from the earliest podcasts for this milestone episode #100. Being December, the podcast conversation quickly turns to the jo... more

Tonia Gilbert is the Executive Director of The Upper Room (or Upper Room KC), a nonprofit literacy center that helps thousands of urban children each year to excel academically, knowing that it starts with an ability to read and write. The center beg... more

Al Kaine grew up in rural Kansas, met his wife, Kathleen, and settled with their three children in the Kansas City area after a stint in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Al’s dad taught him to be a gentleman, a lesson he lives and passed along to his sons.  Th... more

Michael McGlinn, founder of Sistine Films, discusses with Father Don the faith that he has deepened through pursuits as a musician, football player, film producer, and Catholic husband and father. Influenced by his parents and grandparents, he has co... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Jurcyk
A parishioner involved in social justice ministries
Saint Francis Xavier Parish
Episode: #63: Immigrants: Social Justice Ministries Within The Church
Rhonda Osborn
Life coach and death doula with a background in radiation oncology
This One Life
Episode: #60 - Death Doula: Helping Families Set Goals & Clarify Life Plans
Yvette Tunley
Long-time friend of Father Don and active member of Saint Therese Little Flower parish
Saint Therese Little Flower Parish
Episode: #58: STLF Mardi Gras: St. Therese Little Flower’s Annual Celebration
Mike Garozzo
Restaurateur with a rich family history in the Italian culinary tradition.
Garozzo's Restaurant
Episode: #56: Garozzo’s Feast - How The Meal, Table & Feast Unite Us
Father Dan Reardon
A priest who has served as a chaplain in the United States Navy
Episode: #55: Navy Priest: A Seedbed of Faith To Every Continent
Father Mike Roach
A brother priest in the Diocese of Kansas City and St. Joseph, and a dear friend of Father Farnan.
Episode: #54 - Life of Service: A Priest’s Reflections & Hopes For The Church
Michael Sanem
Director of the Ignatian Spirituality Center and Director of Mission and Ministry for Saint Francis Xavier Parish
Ignatian Spirituality Center, Saint Francis Xavier Parish
Episode: #53 - Ignatian Spirituality Center: Helping Our Urban Core Church Live Out Faith In More Meaningful Ways
Kevin Collison
Journalist and Parishioner at Saint Francis Xavier
Episode: #52: Kansas City: Making Our City More Reflective Of The City Of God
Father Gerald Waris
A brother priest and long-time member of the diocese discussing faith and social initiatives.
Diocese of Kansas City
Episode: #45 - Father Gerald Waris: Priesthood Through the Decades

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Father Don Farnan
Host of discussions around spirituality and faith, focusing on community engagement and personal growth within the context of the Catholic Church.
Barbie Farnan
Co-host and participant in discussions on spirituality and faith, engaging with guests and emphasizing personal reflections.

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#70: Interview Continued: (Part 2): The Life & Formation of Father Don
Q: So many of us parents now are struggling with raising kids as Catholics, and they've left the church. Do you have any suggestions to help us deal with this?
Love them, love them, love them. If the Church is not relevant, then they're not gonna be a part of it.
#70: Interview Continued: (Part 2): The Life & Formation of Father Don
Q: What do you see as the role of the Catholic Church in today's environment?
We're at such a pivotal point in the history of the Catholic Church because he leaves such a powerful legacy. The early church was about the people of God that gather in places and shape the community together.
#70: Interview Continued: (Part 2): The Life & Formation of Father Don
Q: Before or after your ordination, have you ever had any doubts?
Yeah, I have doubts all the time. Can I do this today? Am I up to be a priest?
#70: Interview Continued: (Part 2): The Life & Formation of Father Don
Q: You know, you've talked about a calling, and I know you have a Spirituality Center here. Can you tell us a little bit about that?
It's used for that purpose, and we have lots of small groups coming in and out all the time.
Episode #23 - Neighborhood Justice Center: Legal Assistance For Inner-City Families
Q: What are you hoping that the Catholic Church can pass along to the next generation?
To use our Catholic faith to be the basis for embracing social justice and reaching out to help people that just need a hand.

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1. Sarah Jurcyk
2. Rhonda Osborn
3. Yvette Tunley
4. Mike Garozzo
5. Father Dan Reardon
6. Father Mike Roach
7. Michael Sanem
8. Kevin Collison

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