Pints & Pews Podcast : Catholic Faith & Craft Beer

S04-E20 - The Foibles of RCIA w/ The Cordial Catholic

K. Albert Little of The Cordial Catholic comes in to supply co-host for Dennis, chatting with Robert about trusting in God and what can make for either a good or bad RCIA (OCIA) experience.

 

Beers :

Arrow Pilsner - Trestle Brewing Company

Latte Nitro Brown Ale - Cowbell Brewing Co.

 

 

S04-E19 - Thanksgiving & Other Stuff

Dennis & Robert sit down over a Thanksgiving pint to reflect over the things they are truly grateful for, as well as their thoughts on experiencing Life Chain and on the announcement of Archbishop Leo of Toronto being given the "Red Hat" as a Cardinal.

 

Beers :

Swing Bridge Blonde - Manitoulin Brewing Co.

Menace Light Cream Ale - Orange Snail Brewers

 

S04-E18 - Eucharistic Revival w/ The Catholic Canuck

David Skuban of The Catholic Canuck Podcast joins Dennis & Robert for a roundtable on Eucharistic Revival. The guys talk about some of the problems facing belief in the Real Presence before sharing some ideas to restore a sense of sacredness and reverence for Our Lord in the Eucharist.

 

Beers :

Pioneer IPA - Origin Malting & Brewing Co.

Memento Mori Kathedraal Dark - Antwerp Cathedral

Iron Pig Pale Ale - Orange Snail Brewers

 

S04-E17 - Blessings Instead of Communion

Dennis & Robert sit down over a pint to talk about what should and should not go on when people come forward for a blessing instead of receiving Communion at Mass.

 

Beers :

Westmalle - Dubbel

Golden Road Brewing - Big Hazy Wolf Hazy Double IPA

S04-E16 - Homebrew Evangelization w/ Robby Narquis of Chainsaw Brewing

Robby Narquis of Chainsaw Brewing shares a couple of his Archangel IPAs with Dennis & Robert as they chat about how the Catholic faith has shaped both his life and his brewing. The guys also talk about the importance of pouring a pint for padre on September 9th - International Buy a Priest a Beer Day.

 

Beers :

Aspiring Saint American Apricot Wheat Ale

St. Gabriel IPA

St. Michael IPA

S04-E15 - Mass on Vacation

Dennis & Robert chat about their experience with the Mass while on vacation, as well as their visit to a local Craft Beer Festival. The guys also discuss some timely saint quotes and answer another great question from Mrs. Coop.

 

Beers :

Culture Brewing Co. - American Pilsner & American Strong Ale

 

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S04-E14 - Educating for Eternity w/ Dr. Brett Salkeld

Dr. Brett Salkeld, theologian for the Archdiocese of Regina, Saskatchewan shares a pint with Dennis & Robert while talking about his latest book "Educating for Eternity: Making Every Class Catholic". Chiming in with some wily veteran wisdom of their own, the guys wish this book had been around at the start of their careers in Catholic education.

 

Brett's Links :

My Catholic Faith Delivered

Making Every Class Catholic on Facebook

Educating for Eternity

 

Beers :

Grasshopper Wheat Ale - Big Rock Brewery

Front Porch Kölsch Style Ale - Calabogie Brewing

Mayberry IPA - El Segundo Brewing Co.

 

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S04-E13 - Free Beer & Retirement

After a brief early summer hiatus, Dennis & Robert get back behind the mic. Robert shares a bit about his trip to sunny California and the generous free beers from Culture Brewing Co. in Manhattan Beach, while Dennis talks about his retirement plans, which involve some golf course evangelization. After some thought-provoking saint quotes, Dennis once more tries to stump Robert asking, "What in the Church is that?"

 

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Beer :

American Pilsner - Culture Brewing Co. in Manhattan Beach

 

S04-E12 - Ode to Fathers

For Fathers' Day Dennis & Robert share some memories about their own dads, and how the example they set taught them about the importance of fatherhood and the sacrificial love this vocation demands. The guys share some saintly quotes on fatherhood before introducing a new segment "Mrs. Coop's Question" where they answer a question on the faith from Dennis' mother-in-law.

 

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Beers :

Glory Days Lager - Glory Days Brewing Co.

Rust Never Sleeps Märzen Bier - Trestle Brewing Co.

 

S04-E11 - How was Your Easter Season?

Dennis & Robert have a rare tête-à-tête to discuss working in the Lord's Vineyard and why we need to rejoice for the full 50 days of Easter. After talking some profound saint quotes, Robert continues his winning streak on "What in the Church is That?"

 

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Beers :

Scotch Ale - Alex's Home brew

Killarney Cream Ale - Manitoulin Brewing Co.