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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

2 days ago
The Liturgy - 60 Years After Vatican II
2 days ago
2 days ago
This week we mark 60 Years since the promulgation of Sacrosanctum Concilium, the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, is one of the constitutions of the Second Vatican Council. It was approved by the assembled bishops by a vote of 2,147 to 4 and promulgated by Pope Paul VI on 4 December 1963. This week's guest is:
Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia of the Diocese of Parramatta - Very Rev. Fr Peter Williams AM VG
Fr Peter is a liturgist at the Catholic Institute of Sydney and will speak about if we have truly achieved the liturgical objective of Vatican II. Say tuned to find out.
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Voice of Charity Australia (1701AM): www.voc.org.au
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Guest Link: https://cis.catholic.edu.au/instructor/rev-peter-williams/
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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.
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Tuesday May 23, 2023
Divine Renovation
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Tuesday May 23, 2023
This week we speak with the Co-director of Parousia, Kevin Bailey AM about his reversion back to his faith after many successful years as an entrepreneur. Kevin will also enlighten the listener about the importance of the Divine Renovation Project he is working on, which seeks to renew the life of the Church in many respects. He is a very inspiring speaker and has a great passion to take action where it is necessary. He provides us with 5 Practical Tools or Steps to take action in the area of renewing the parish life and faith for our time!
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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Guest Link: https://divinerenovation.org/
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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 May 16, 2023
Discerning Your Call
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Tuesday May 16, 2023
This week we speak with the founder and director of Parousia Media, Charbel Raish about how you can discern your vocation. He then proceeds to elaborate that once you have discerned your state of life, you can discern if you are called to start a particular apostolate of an initiative. This episode is loaded with practical wisdom that will leave you inspired and equipped to discern God's call in your life.
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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:
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EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
Guest Link: parousiamedia.com
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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 May 09, 2023
Month of Mary Tools
Tuesday May 09, 2023
Tuesday May 09, 2023
We have entered into the month of May being the month of Mary. This should be very exciting for many of us, as we have an opportunity to grow in devotion to Our Lady, by listening to the contents of this episode which draw us back to the 4 Marian Dogmas. Fr John Flader then proceeds to speak about her role in the life of the Church and then finally touching upon the some modern apparitions and messages that she has brought humanity in more contemporary times. You will not be left unaided without the 3 practical tools on how you can personally take action this month to then permanently grow your devotion to the Mother of God.
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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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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

Monday Apr 24, 2023
Dr Robert Haddad’s Conversion Story
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Wishing everyone a blessed Easter! The Catholic Toolbox Show is now back live on Radio and all platforms after a prayerful and fruitful break.
This week we go personal, and hear the profound personal conversion story of Dr Robert Haddad, one of our regular guests here on the show. We take the time to discuss his early life and his journey of faith. His testimony will definitely inspire you to deepen your faith and conviction of Catholic Apologetics! We draw 3 very important practical tools from his conversion story for us all to take action
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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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Guest Link: https://www.roberthaddadcatholicapologist.com
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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 Mar 28, 2023
A Rite of Passage to Manhood
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
Tuesday Mar 28, 2023
This week we discover with Dynamic Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers the Christian meaning of what it really means to be a Man. Also looking at how Christ himself was the perfect embodiment of what it means to be a man. We discuss the crisis in masculinity today, especially with the woke culture of today. He then provides the rite of passage to become and grow as a man through his powerful Practical Tools within this episode.
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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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Guest Link: https://deaconharold.com/
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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

Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Fighting Spiritual Laziness
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
This week we fight back at spiritual laziness and complacency which can eventually cost you your soul, with Australia's EWTN Producer, Host of CARE FOR YOUR SOUL Radio Show and Lay Missionary: Salwa Elias. This episode will ensure you identify the vices which can plague our modern day spiritual life, and then make sense of them, allowing you to proceed in taking action with your faith by creating 3 Practical Tools this week to get back to your spiritual warfare.
So take an hour out of this battle of our daily lives and seek refuge in this episode, which will send you back more determined to become a saint!
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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:
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EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
Guest Link: SALWA ELIAS
https://www.parousiamedia.com/salwa-elias/
Care For Your Soul Show by Salwa Elias
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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 Mar 14, 2023
Mindfulness & Sin
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
This week we discuss the connection between our minds and sin itself with Psychologist Robert Matek. We dive into the world of anxiety and depression and look at how this can sometimes cause one to question their faith altogether. In the mist of all this, how do we all take action to grow in holiness with any mental health struggle of any scale. This week we are equipped with some very powerful practical tools to take action in this very area!
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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:
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EWTN Asia Pacific www.ewtnasiapacific.com
Guest Link: https://fatherfladerblog.com/
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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

Friday Mar 10, 2023
Exclusive: George Manassa Interview with Radio Maria
Friday Mar 10, 2023
Friday Mar 10, 2023
In this Podcast we replay the interview conducted by Fr Sam Randall on Radio Maria Australia interviewing The Catholic Toolbox Host and founder: George Manassa about how he founded the show and his life story.
The Catholic Toolbox now airs LIVE on Radio Maria Australia
8-9PM AUSTRALIA 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
Guest Link: https://fatherfladerblog.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:
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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 Mar 07, 2023
Women Deacons?
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
This week we discover the historic role of Women Deacons in the early Church with Dr Robert Haddad, and gain a better understanding of what they actually did, in order to gain clarity for our approach to today's modern world
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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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SUBSCRIBE to our weekly Alert and Newsletter:
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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