Restless Catholic Young Adults

St. Thomas Aquinas was one of the most brilliant human beings ever. He wrote with clarity and depth about our Catholic Faith, and we are beginning to see a rediscovery of his works among young adult Catholics. Why is it so important to study the Angelic Doctor, and what can he teach us about the intersection of faith and reason? Tune in to hear Fr. Joseph and Paul interview Fr. Ambrose Little, OP, who runs the popular Youtube series Aquinas 101!

Fr. Joseph, Joe, and Matt sit down to discuss the why human formation is one of the most important parts of becoming a mature person. From developing virtue to having good manners, our human formation is the foundation upon which grace works. 

We all speak about others - both their gifts and their flaws. When our conversations turn to other people, does it become sinful? What is the difference between venting, asking for advice, and detraction? The sins of gossip, detraction, and speaking negatively about others is so destructive, both to us and to their good name, as we tear down those made in the Image of God. How can we overcome this sin? Tune in to hear the Restless crew discuss...how to have a discussion about others, without falling into sin!

This week on Restless, Fr. Joseph, Paul, and Matt continue their discussion on history from the perspective of God's story. 

History is truly His-story - the story of God acting in and through the circumstances that He guides through His providential hand. Where can we see Him moving? What is He accomplishing? - and can we still see Him today? Tune in to hear Fr. Joseph, Paul, and Matt discuss history from the perspective of God's story.

All of us want the world to see us in a certain light. Maybe it's as the jock, the intellectual, the fiery personality, the calm peacemaker. We call this "your personal brand" - it's the first impression that we try to make, and the way we want others to relate to us. How can our personal brand be shaped and influenced by our Catholic Faith, so that people see Christ in us? Tune in to hear how first impressions and our outward-face can be shaped by the Gospel!

Fr. Joseph, Matt, and Diane discuss the importance of creating (and meeting) expectations at work, in relationships, with family. They also talk about the expectations the Lord has of us, and how He walks with us in those expectations. 

Everyone's personality is different. Even the ancients knew this - they identified four main personality types, often called "the temperaments". How is your temperament a gift? What are the strengths and weaknesses of each temperament? And how does God use your specific temperament to draw you closer to Him and to advance His Kingdom through you? Tune in to hear Fr. Joseph and the Restless crew discuss our unique personalities and how God uses each one of them to build up the Church!

You can take / the temperaments quiz mentioned in this episode at https://www.temperamentquiz.com

For many of us young adults, we have no time to create. Whether writing or art, music or starting new ministries, our lives are often too busy to do anything but go to work, pray, eat, and sleep (and often not even that!). But we are created in the image of a God Who is a creator, Who delights in making good and beautiful things. It is important, then, for all Christians to continue to find outlets for creativity, to use the inspirations and talents that God has given us to bring beauty and goodness into the world. But how can we do that, and why should we prioritize it? Tune in to hear how your creativity can change the world - and why it is so desperately needed, both for you and for the souls around you!

St. John Bosco famously said, "Only God knows the good that can come about by reading one good Catholic book".

Today the Restless Crew discusses reading good books, the impact that it can have on your spiritual life, how to properly filter good fiction from bad fiction, and how to find the truth in various forms of art.

Remember, St. Josemaria Escriva says, "reading has made many saints"!