Happy Advent! We’re going to spend the next few weeks just like John the Baptist: preparing the way for the Lord! This episode is a little different in that I won’t have any guests, but I’ll be talking straight to you guys to share practical tips to prepare your hearts for Jesus’ birth at Christmas.  First up, we’re talking about prayer. What does it look like to pray? How do I pray well? What do I do with my hands?! I walk you through it all. Let’s dive in together.   ........   ❤️ The...

Is Pope Francis the real Pope? How do we know? It seems there’s a growing number of Catholics online questioning the papacy, and we’re here to set the record straight. I brought on my dear friend, Dr. Michael Sirilla, a theology professor at my alma mater, Franciscan University of Steubenville, to not only answer the internet’s hottest questions about the Pope, but to clarify what modern Catholics may not know about the office. There are a lot of Catholics confused and hurt right now about...

Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! This channel is all about finding and living out the joy in Catholic life, and with the holidays coming up, I wanted to give you some tools for dealing with family members who may have narcissistic tendencies. It’s a helpful skill to have in your tool belt, especially this time of year! I’m so excited to share this conversation with my guest, Dr. Peter Malinoski. He is a clinical psychologist who is an expert in loving people out of narcissism. We talk about how...

Let's get personal with Fr. Mike Schmitz in Part TWO of our amazing conversation! If you can’t tell, Fr. Mike’s joy and love for the Lord is SO contagious! But his story is NOT what you would think!!   ........   ❤️ The episode was made possible by our Missionaries of Joy. To support this channel, visit https://reallifecatholic.com/moj/   .........   ✉️ Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly inspiration in your inbox. https://reallifecatholic.com/opt-in/   .........   ▶️ Watch the "Chris...

I am so excited to share my newest episode with you! Today, I’m sitting down with THE Fr. Mike Schmitz, at his father's cabin! I’ve known Father Mike for a long time, and it’s such a blessing to share this conversation with you. We chat about Fr. Mike’s daily routine (and his love for CrossFit), his relationships with his family, and stay tuned to the end where he shares amazing advice for parents, catechists and teachers.   ........   ❤️ The episode was made possible by our Missionaries...

In the spookiest episode to date, we sit down with my friend, Fr. Chad Ripperger, who is a REAL LIFE exorcist. You guys, Christ literally uses him to liberate souls from demons! While this episode does talk about some serious situations, we’re not going to get into the crazy stuff you see in scary movies. Spiritual warfare is a REAL thing and it’s time to put on the armor of God and protect ourselves! This is such an amazing conversation with Fr. Chad about fear and how to overcome your...

Are you guys ready for this? This is a very special episode that is near and dear to my heart. I got to sit down with Fr. Michael O’Loughlin, a great friend of mine. Fr. Michael is the pastor at the Proto-Cathedral of St. Mary in Los Angeles. He recently drove six hours to be with my mother-in-law in the final hours of her life and subsequently celebrated her funeral Mass. We’re sitting down to talk about death. Nobody like talking about it, but we’ve all got to face it eventually. This is...

I’m so excited for you guys to see this latest episode! I sat down with my friends Jim Beckman and Fr. Ken Geraci and discussed seven key scripture passages that deal with forgiveness and healing. As we go through these Scripture passages, we talk about opening ourselves up to forgive, letting God’s mercy heal us, and so much more. This episode does get a little deep, but it is so worth the listen! You guys, God loves you so much. I want you to know that whatever has happened to you or...

Today, we’re talking all about masculinity. So often in this world, the word “masculinity” is preceded by the word “toxic.” Not today! When men’s tendencies and attitudes are nourished and raised up in light of the Gospels and in light of Christ’s teaching, we make the culture more BEAUTIFUL. Men and boys are NOT a fire to be put out. Men, the Church needs YOU to grow and give yourself as a gift the way Christ gave Himself as a gift. Then, I share with you a talk I recently gave about how a...

I can’t wait to share this week’s episode with you guys! First, I talk about how the world will hate you for standing up for what is right—and YOU should do it ANYWAYS. Next, I share a clip from a talk I gave about how the world hates men who say the word, “NO.” So often in today’s culture, we are called to draw boundaries. We can feel like a tiny David against the Goliath of Cancel Culture and the Internet. The culture tries to weed out men who stand up for the little guy, but it’s...

Your pain, your suffering is not a sign that God has abandoned you. That is a lie! Jesus Christ did not suffer so that you would not have to, He suffered so that you would know how to. God redeems every single experience that you can possibly have, including suffering. Even at death, at your final moment, you are there with Jesus who is there to carry us to eternal life. In suffering we find STRENGTH, and in suffering we find JOY. In this episode, I sit down with two students at Ave Maria...

This week - I bring you with me to Hawaii, one month after over 100 people lost their lives in the fires.  Lots of questions remain to be answered. But for us, we dive in to the most important questions: “Where was, and where is God in the midst of all this?” Guys… and the grace is so evident, and I hope our "documentary-style" episode honors that.  If you’re lacking time, fast fwd to minute 19 and listen to how people who lost loved ones are chipping in to help rebuild. They carried their...

I’m so excited to bring this week’s interview to you with billionaire Tom Monaghan of Domino's Pizza . He’s got a lifetime of wisdom to share, and at some points in this interview he shocked me with his vulnerability. Mr. Monaghan is 86, so I want you to push away your distractions, turn the volume, and give this one a careful listen. We track how he rose from an orphanage, to trading pizzas for dental work, to being a the founder of Domino's Pizza, arguably the founder of fast food...

In this episode, I travel to Ave Maria University to speak to college students about the addiction to the social apps and our smartphones. This addiction is leading a generation to new levels of anxiety, discontent, and spiritual ruin. But there is hope! Today I meet students have had enough. Some are deleting their social apps, others are limiting screen time. Still others are taking advantage of SCHOLARSHIPS at Catholic Universities if they opt out of the smartphone altogether. This could...

Did you know that there are more martyrdoms in the 20th century than in all centuries of Christianity combined? It's true! It's really important that we become aware of what's going on in the world right now. Not only so that we can be inspired by these stories of faith right under our noses, but also so we can work for a better world. And so we can be on a watch for trends in Western Civilization that seem to tolerate violence and intolerance of Christians. All that and more in an interview...

It shouldn’t be surprising that THE most important thing for our relationship with God is to talk to him. That’s why I’m alone today to talk about Prayer, why we need it and how to do it to best love the Lord. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

You pull up to the street corner. There’s that grungy guy again, holding his cardboard sign. You feel a nudge like you should help him somehow. But the idea scares you. So you avoid eye contact. Jesus makes it crystal clear that we need to serve the poor. Yet every time we see an opportunity, we feel intimidated. How do we get over that? Take the advice of Blake Brouillette, a young man who’s the director of Christ in the City, a ministry to the poor. For eight years now, he’s been working...

Dating in the Catholic world can be stressful and lonely. Finding someone to date often seems impossible. Even well-intentioned married friends frequently add pressure to meet someone NOW. But life as a single Catholic doesn’t have to be miserable. Chad Etzel helps single Catholics be their best selves and change their mindset about finding a spouse. Chad is a life coach and the founder of Catholic, Single, and Flourishing, a ministry for single Catholics navigating their vocations. If you’ve...

In this episode, Chris discusses the root of all our desired changes: joy. Whether you want to get in shape, read more, or develop a new talent... at the core, you desire joy. Sit down with Chris as he unpacks the connection between the body, joy, and God, who is our ultimate desire. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

In this episode, Jimmy Walhberg joins Chris to discuss addiction, recovery, God's grace, and Jimmy's latest film. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

The Shroud of Turin is the subject of a lot of rumors, myths, and controversies — maybe you’ve heard some of them yourself and don’t know what to believe. That’s why this week we have Fr. Robert Spitzer, a Jesuit scientist and scholar on the Shroud of Turin. He offers some amazing facts about the Shroud, including what we can learn about the Crucifixion from what we see on the cloth. We also talk about the infamous carbon dating claims (they’ve been scientifically debunked). Help us share the...

Happy Fourth of July! It’s a good time to give thanks for the freedoms we enjoy in the United States. So this week, I thought we'd revisit the chat I had with my friend and astronaut General Kevin Chilton. We talked about: - The effect of family on your life.- Finding your path with the help of faith (and a little common sense).- Things we can all look back on and be grateful for. Kick back, relax, and enjoy the episode!Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics...

On this episode of the Chris Stefanick Show, Chris welcomes Byzantine priest Fr. Michael O'Loughlin to talk about his vocation story, the gift of salvation, and a love for evangelization—even in the most random of places. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

Ever feel like you need better habits in your life? My friend Dom Raso is here to talk about how the Navy SEALs can teach us all about discipline – and how you can apply those lessons directly to your own Catholic life. Dom learned a lot from his time in the battlefield, and he’s going to share that wisdom with you in this episode. Trust me, you want to hear this! Watch now to listen to one of the most inspirational people I know! Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach...

Fear. Everyone feels it. Even my buddy Dom Raso, a Navy SEAL. But here’s the thing about fear. If you try really hard to NOT feel afraid, you’ll get even more anxious. As Dom will tell you, what you gotta do is redirect your fear with a mindset of faith, rooted in God and His truth. This week, Dom’s back on the show to explain four ways you can redirect your fear. And trust me, they work. He’s BEEN there and DONE that in over 350 combat missions. If you put his advice into practice, you’ll be...