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Welcome to The Catholic Toolbox Radio Show & Podcast: The Art of Practical Catholicism. With your host and founder George Manassa. As we equip you with practical Tools to take action with your Catholic Faith in our modern world, especially in this era of grave spiritual crisis, we cannot just simply know about our faith, we need to live as James 1:22 says. That is why we discuss an agenda of the faith each week, dissect it, then we strategise practically on how to take action in 3 PRACTICAL TOOLS from the toolbox of the Church. We are a Television and Radio Show also on Youtube and Facebook Live If you wish to tune in Live we air on all the above platforms between 8 - 9 PM Sydney Australia, Standard Time Join me on this journey by subscribing here on the podcast. Checkout the Website: www.thecatholictoolboxshow.com
Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
This week we continue with the launch of The Art of Practical Catholicism 2 by George Manassa
Interviewed by Charbel Raish, founder of Parousia
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
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Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
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DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
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Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Making Sense of Suffering
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
This week we reflect on the very uncomfortable topic of suffering with Fr John Flader, as he brings to our attention the ways in which we can make sense of our suffering, and why God allows suffering in this world. Fr Flader draws much of his wisdom from his newly released book: The Final Exam
He then continues to provide us with a solid foundation of 3 practical tools for this week to take on suffering in our day to day life, regardless if they are minor issues at work to great suffering we may be going through. These tools will help you take up your cross and follow Jesus Christ.
Get your copy of 'The Final Exam' by Fr John Flader below:
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TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
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Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa:
Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism Series" by George Manassa:
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Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
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DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
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Or your national emergency service

Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Mentorship in School
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
Tuesday Sep 12, 2023
This week we speak with James Ramos, headmaster of Wollemi College about the importance of mentorship in school education. In this episode he shares the great wisdom and tools for forming the future generation in our schools and speaks specifically about the great work that the PARED Foundation schools carry out here in Australia.
To checkout Wollemi College click the link below:
https://www.wollemi.nsw.edu.au/
To checkout other PARED Schools in Australia click the link below:
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
Television
TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
Radio Platforms:
Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Partners:
Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com
EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
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Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa:
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Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/
DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
13 11 14 within Australia
Or your national emergency service

Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
The Art of Practical Catholicism 2
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
Tuesday Aug 29, 2023
This week we launch 'The Art of Practical Catholicism 2' published by Parousia Press, with foreword and launch by Dynamic Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers.
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
Television
TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
Radio Platforms:
Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Partners:
Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com
EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
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Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa:
store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/
Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/
DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
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Or your national emergency service

Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Post-Vatican II - Sacred Music
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
This week we discuss Sacred Music - 60 Years after the Second Vatican Council with Liturgist and Vicar General of the Diocese of Parramatta, Very Rev. Fr Peter Williams VG AM. He takes us on a journey through the early Church, the Middle Ages until the council, giving us insight into how sacred music developed. Then looking at what happened to sacred music after Vatican II, and the practical means by which clergy and laity can restore Gregorian chant and other sacred music in the parishes in our time.
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
Television
TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
Radio Platforms:
Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Partners:
Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com
EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
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SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter:
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Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa:
store.parousiamedia.com/the-art-of-practical-catholicism-your-faith-guide-george-manassa-paperback/
Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/
DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
13 11 14 within Australia
Or your national emergency service

Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Praying with the Psalms
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
This week we learn how to pray with the psalms with the Dynamic Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. We discover the history and development of all the psalms, and the varieties of psalms that are available for us to use for our own personal prayer and meditation. We are equipped with practical tools on how to make the psalms our own prayer, to further the interior life.
We also discuss Deacon's tour of Australia this July:
https://www.parousiamedia.com/ignite-bible-study-australian-tour/
He will also be launching: The Art of Practical Catholicism 2
https://www.parousiamedia.com/book-launch-the-art-of-practical-catholicism-2/
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
Television
TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
Radio Platforms:
Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Partners:
Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com
EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
Guest Link: https://fatherfladerblog.com/
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Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa:
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Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/
DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
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Or your national emergency service

Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Inclusiveness and Conversion - We can have both!
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
This week we include Dr Robert Haddad for an episode on radical inclusion and conversion. We discuss the perfect balance of being ‘Inclusive’ while at the same time calling everyone to repent and believe in the Gospel. So much emphasis in our time is placed on being ‘Inclusive’ so we define what it truly means in the context of a Christian. You will be equipped with 3 Practical Tools to balance your apostolate by both evangelising and at the same time maintaining a friendship with those around us, in order to provide a means for our friends to receive God’s grace and come to him!
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
Television
TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
Radio Platforms:
Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Partners:
Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com
EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
Guest Link: https://fatherfladerblog.com/
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Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa:
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Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/
DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
13 11 14 within Australia
Or your national emergency service

Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Living Fatherhood
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
This week we speak about the importance of fatherhood in the upbringing of children for our society with Buddy Jilawen. He will provide his practical wisdom for everyday life, and equip the listener with the practical tools to take action in this very important area of life. Fatherhood has suffered very much in the last half century and a very powerful, but ordinary means is given to the listener on how to overcome the issues of our modern day, and to live up to the call to be the father that God desired you to be.
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
Television
TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
Radio Platforms:
Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Partners:
Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com
EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
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Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa:
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Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/
DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
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Or your national emergency service

Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Why Volunteer?
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
This week we Psychologist Robert Matek volunteers his time on the show to speak about the benefits of volunteering and the mindset that is required to reap the fruits of volunteering within your local community. He navigates the human virtues required for this, and even the supernatural dimension that may motivate many people, leaving us with many examples of how we can volunteer and 3 practical tools to take action in this area. After this episode there is no doubt you will either friend a day or a few hours in your month or year to volunteer with a Charity, soup kitchen, emergency service or even a local parish or apostolate! The options are endless!
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
Television
TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
Radio Platforms:
Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Partners:
Parousia Media: www.parousiamedia.com
EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
Guest Link: https://fatherfladerblog.com/
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Get your copy of "The Art of Practical Catholicism" by George Manassa:
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Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
www.parousiamedia.com/george-manassa/
DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
13 11 14 within Australia
Or your national emergency service

Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
The Church’s Magisterium (Teaching Authority)
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
This week we speak with Newley ordained priest for the Diocese of Parramatta, Fr Matthew Dimian about the fabulous topic of the Church's teaching authority, also known as the Magisterium of the Church. He dives deep into the scriptural and early Church foundation for the Church's teaching power on earth, touching on the authority of the Pope and Bishops. This is such an important topic, and can even be considered the very foundation of why we may believe in Christ altogether! Fr Matthew will leave you assured of Christ's promise to be with us until the end of the age, and invigorate your confidence in the teaching power of the Church despite the rough times we have endured in the past or are being challenged with in our present time, you will be quipped with the practical tools for your faith and being faithful in our age.
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The Show is Live on the following Platforms
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TV Maria: tvmaria.ph
Radio Platforms:
Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
Radio Maria Australia: https://www.radiomaria.org.au/
Cradio: www.cradio.org.au
Social Media:
@thecatholictoolboxshow Facebook & Instagram
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Guest Link: https://catholicoutlook.org/matthew-dimian-keeping-his-eyes-firmly-fixed-on-christ/
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Book George Manassa to speak at your parish or event now:
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DISCLAIMER
This Episode does not count as Medical, Psychological or professional advice. All the contents within the parameters of this episode are simply the personal views of the host and guest(s) and any personal advice reflected should always be verified by your relevant professional. In no way is this a substitute for seeking any professional advice and we urge that you seek relevant professional attention at any stage.
Please seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.
If you are experiencing any emergencies please call
000 OR if you need assistance call
13 11 14 within Australia
Or your national emergency service