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EPISODE #319
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: JESUS THIRSTS FOR US

Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon of the Diocese of Orange. He is founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, and host of Empowered by the Spirit. On this episode, his special guest is Barbara Heil of From His Heart Ministries; their topic is the Holy Eucharist and Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry’s upcoming “I Thirst Orange County” event at Christ Cathedral on November 19, 2022. Barbara is a longtime overseas missionary and a convert to the Catholic faith. You are sure to be inspired by her unique testimony!

For more, please visit spiritfilledevents.com

Originally broadcast on 10/2/22

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EPISODE #318
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: THE ANCIENT TRADITION OF MICHAELMAS (FROM ST MICHAEL’S ABBEY)

Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon of the Diocese of Orange. He is founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, and host of Empowered by the Spirit. On this episode, he speaks to Fr. Justin of St Michael’s Abbey in Silverado, CA. They discuss a fascinating ancient tradition called “Michaelmas.” They also discuss the prayer to St. Michael which we recite at mass. St. Michael’s Abbey holds its feast in the courtyard outside the church, with the added attraction of home-brewed beer, which is an old Catholic tradition. Tune in and find out all about it!

For more, please visit spiritfilledevents.com

Originally broadcast on 9/25/22

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EPISODE#257
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE CULTURAL CHALLENGE TO CATHOLICS

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, host Rick Howick welcomes back one of our favorite guests, Daryl Sequeira. Daryl is the former head of the theology department at Servite High School in Anaheim. He currently serves in Catholic education in the state of Arizona, where he resides with his family.

Today’s episode will be a discussion on where we are as a society in 2022. There are so many things going on in our culture today; and, a lot of these trends seem to be running contrary to Catholic faith and belief. On this podcast, Rick and Daryl provide us with a very thoughtful discussion on many of the issues that families are dealing with today.

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Originally broadcast on 8/13/22

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EPISODE #308
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: HEARING GOD’S VOICE

Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon of the Diocese of Orange. He is founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, and host of the Empowered by the Spirit radio show and podcast. On this episode, Deacon Steve is thrilled to welcome good friend Deacon Bernie Ocampo to the program. Our primary topic of conversation is: Hearing God’s Voice.

This is powerful stuff. Listen, and SHARE!

Originally broadcast on 6/12/22

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EPISODE #307
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: THE JOY OF PENTECOST WITH GUEST FR. ROBERT J. SPITZER

Deacon Steve Greco is always excited when Fr. Robert Spitzer joins him in the podcast studio. In addition to being an accomplished author, professor and television personality, Fr. Spitzer is president of the Magis Center and host on EWTN’s popular TV show, “Fr. Spitzer’s Universe.”

Today’s enlightening broadcast is all about the joy of Pentecost.

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Originally broadcast on 6/5/22

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EPISODE#72
CATHEDRAL SQUARE: A VISIT WITH THE ARCHIVIST FOR THE DIOCESE OF ORANGE – FR CHRIS HEATH

Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square featuring host, Fr. Christopher Smith.

The Diocese of Orange has amassed quite a collection of archives since its inception in 1976. Fr. Chris Heath grew up in this diocese; and he knows the history of our vast OC landscape very well. Listen as host Fr. Christopher and Fr. Chris engage in a fascinating discussion about the role that archives play and how it ultimately impacts our faith. Be sure to share this podcast with a friend!

Originally broadcast on 5/28/22

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EPISODE #302
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: RAISING A CATHOLIC FAMILY

Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon of the Diocese of Orange, California. He is the founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, which engages in evangelization and support of the foreign missions. His guests for today’s podcast are a dynamic married couple named Ken and Laurie Shepardson. They have been married close to 30 years, all the while raising 11 children! Our topic today is all about raising a Catholic family in this modern world.

Originally broadcast on 4/3/22

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EPISODE #288
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: BEING “ALL IN”

What does it mean to be “all in” as a follower of Jesus?

We’re going to explore that powerful question on today’s episode of Empowered by the Spirit, with your host, Deacon Steve Greco.

Listen in – and be sure to SHARE this podcast!

Originally broadcast on 10/24/21

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EPISODE #280
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: SHARING YOUR FAITH

Join host Deacon Steve Greco as he teams up with his wife of nearly 50 years, Mary Anne. This dynamic couple have a lot to share when it comes to the topic of ‘sharing your faith.’ It’s a practice they have weaved into their lives on a daily basis; and, today they’ll share some simple and practical tips that we can use as well!

Originally broadcast on 8/1/21

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EPISODE #275
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: GUEST IS ANNABELLE MOSELEY

On this episode, Deacon Steve Greco welcomes poet/author/speaker/professor Annabelle Moseley. Based in New York, Annabelle shares about a new book she has written called “Our House of the Sacred Heart.”

This is a fascinating and faith-filled conversation. Listen in – it will be time well spent!

Originally broadcast on 6/6/21

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