Draw Near

"In the Desert, I Praise You:" Gratitude Reflection

November 20th, 2024  |  37 mins 37 secs

lectio divina, prayer, reflection, scripture, spirituality

With Thanksgiving fast approaching, it is common to be thankful for the good gifts, graces, love, or comforts of life. But, how often do we thank God for the thorn in our side, the pit we have fallen into, or the desert we simply cannot find a way out of? In this episode of the Catholic podcast, Draw Near, Fred and Kara reflect on 2 Scripture passages focusing on gratitude to God in the midst of difficulty.

The Future of Draw Near (ISAM S4E1)

October 30th, 2024  |  53 mins 17 secs

i see a movement, small ember, vision

Spoiler Alert! In this pre-release episode of "I See a Movement" Season 4, Fred and Kara share what has happened in their ministry, the new Non-Profit that has been established, and VERY exciting news about the a future Retreat and Formation Center that God called them to 5 years ago.
Please be sure to like/follow the "I See a Movement" podcast! Season 4 will begin to air Friday!

Wholly inadequate: Homily by Fr. Patrick Behm

October 16th, 2024  |  13 mins 53 secs

bonus, fr. behm, homily

In Father Patrick Behm's homily from the 25th Sunday in Ordinary time (September 22nd), he poses the question: "Will I ever be enough?" He looks at Mark 9: 30-37: "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of Heaven?" This Gospel passage brings a beautiful reflection on: "Do successes and achievements somehow make us more lovable? Where is God in the mess?"

An Inside look at our Catholic Friendship: Fred and Kara Interview one another

October 2nd, 2024  |  1 hr 5 mins

get to know the hosts, interview episode, questions, special episode

In this fun light-hearted episode of the Draw Near Catholic podcast, hosts, Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell decided to interview one another and give listeners an inside look at our Catholic friendship. There are serious faith-driven questions as well as goofy opinion questions. Grab some coffee and join us as friends, as you listen to this highly caffeinated interview episode of Draw Near!

Friday the 13th

September 18th, 2024  |  7 mins 27 secs

Fred shares a brief reflection on an experience from middle school, and how it has effected his view of present cultural circumstances and relationships.

Draw Near Retreat (POSTPONED): New Date November 16th

September 11th, 2024  |  56 secs

a future, a hope, catholic spirituality, jeremiah 29, register today, retreat

You won't regret spending a day dedicated to prayer and your relationship with God! You're invited to the annual Draw Near Retreat on November 16th! The theme is "A Future and Hope." Do you struggle to surrender to God's plan for the future? How can we find hope in the midst of all that is going on? What is God asking of you for your life? This day is full of inspiring keynotes & breakout talks that will invite you to encounter God & grow deeper, & more resolute, in a life lived for Christ. Join Fred & Kara, of the Draw Near podcast, and many others for this retreat! Register TODAY

"If I were the devil"

September 4th, 2024  |  52 mins 4 secs

commentary, culture, if i were the devil, paul harvey

In a radio broadcast from 1965, Paul Harvey gave a famous address called "If I were the devil." What would be the devils tactics to draw people away from God and away from the Church? Has he won? Where is God when looking at the state of the world? In this Draw Near podcast episode, Fred and Kara offer commentary on this address.

"Reckless Love" (Cover by Fred and Kara)

August 30th, 2024  |  6 mins 25 secs

cover song, reckless love, worship music

Draw Near Cover of "Reckless Love" by Kara Kardell and Fred Shellabarger (Originally by Cory Asbury)

One Boat: Are We a Church Divided?

August 21st, 2024  |  48 mins 48 secs

division, one boat, scripture, the church

There is so much division in the world... but also in the Church! The Church has been described in the image of a "Boat" since the Early Church Fathers. We are all ONE BOAT. ONE Church. Why do our opinions divide us? In this episode of Draw Near, Fred and Kara touch on what causes division in the Church and how it can be healed.
What do we allow to divide us? Where is God in our opinions? Does pride divide us?

Coping with Anxiety

August 7th, 2024  |  47 mins 57 secs

anxiety, depression, faith, mental health

How do we reconcile the faith, God's will, and Scripture with feelings of anxiety and depression? Fred and Kara with the Draw Near podcast bring in Spiritual Director, Sister Fidelis Marie to have an honest discussion about anxiety and depression.

A Future & A Hope: A Lectio Divina Discussion

July 24th, 2024  |  39 mins 40 secs

catholic podcast, prayer, spiritual

In this surprisingly personal episode of Draw Near, Fred and Kara share how the words of Jeremiah 29 can change hearts.
It gives a "map" of how to find God and what God wants to bring into your life! Where can hope be found as we look at the future? Listen to this Catholic Podcast.

Apologetics PART 4: How to share your faith

July 10th, 2024  |  47 mins 3 secs

apologetics, catholic beliefs, defending your faith

In this final episode of the Draw Near "Apologetics series," Fred and Kara share practical tips to defending your own Catholic faith while sharing Truth with Love!