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Verso l'Alto

Verso l'Alto
Advent
Catholic Church
Catholic Faith
Eucharist
Major League Baseball
St. Pierre Giorgio Frassati
Thanksgiving
Catholic Athletes For Christ
St. Augustine
Chicago Cubs
Prayer
College Football
John the Baptist
Baseball
World Series
Darryl Strawberry
Christianity
Perseverance
Humility
Faith

Welcome to Verso l'Alto, Faith on the Field Podcast. Join Fr. Burke Masters, priest of the Diocese of Joliet and chaplain to the Chicago Cubs and Bishop James Wall of the Diocese of Gallup, while they explore the Catholic Faith through Scripture, the saints, and the thrill of sports.

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Latest Episodes

Examining the True Presence, the parable of the messianic banquet, and a quick look at baseball standings.

Theme song: "Rock Star" by John Ehrich. Used with permission.

A discussion about supporting Catholic athletes and the tenants of the vineyard.

Theme song: "Rock Star" by John Ehrich. Used with permission.

A conversation with the former MLB pitcher on apologetics, tax collectors, and the importance of standing up for what's right, even when it's controversial.

Theme song: "Rock Star" by John Ehrich. Used with permission.

Catching up on baseball, early NFL predictions, and the parable of the laborers.

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Theme song: "Rock Star" by John Ehrich. Used with permission.

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Episode: Saints, Souls, and the Scoreboard, with special guest Mike Sweeney

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Father Burke Masters
Pastor at St. Isaac Jogue's Church and Catholic chaplain to the Chicago Cubs; Diocese of Joliet affiliations mentioned across episodes.
Bishop James Wall
Bishop of the Diocese of Gallup; co-host on Verso l'Alto and active in faith-sport discussions across episodes.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Home Run

    Great “lead off” episode. I’m certainly going to follow the Podcast and plan on sharing this with the kids in my life, especially the youth group I minister. I’ve consoled many players that have beaten themselves up over a mistake. Great podcast for all Christian athletes.

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    United Statesa year ago

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A strong emphasis on family, faith, and leadership resonates with listeners.
Thoughtful, faith-forward conversations that weave sports with spiritual insight.
Guests from athletics and clergy add credibility and relatability for Catholic sports fans.

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Verso l'Alto combines Catholic faith, sports, and personal testimony through discussions with clergy and athletes. Episodes frequently explore how faith informs leadership, family life, and public moments in sports—from NIL and transfer dynamics to Advent reflections and feast-day insights. Noteworthy are guest-centric conversations with prominent Catholic athletes and leaders, plus personal stories of healing, perseverance, and community through prayer. The show likely appeals to listeners who want faith-forward perspectives on athletics, mentorship, and everyday life, often framed by Catholic doctrine and liturgical seasons.

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