Fred Shellabarger
Co-Host of Draw Near
Fred is a husband and father of 5. He is on fire for the Catholic faith and loves teaching his children about the love of God. He enjoys playing board games with his family and doing "fixer-upper" projects around the house.
He has a Master's Degree in Catechetics and his favorite word is "relationship." Ministry moves at the speed of relationship!
Fred Shellabarger has hosted 174 Episodes.
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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!
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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.
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"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)
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Apologetics PART 3: the Pope, Bible ALONE, Rapture, & Resurrection
June 26th, 2024 | 56 mins 59 secs
apologetics, biblical teaching, catholic beliefs, study, teaching
What do Catholics ACTUALLY believe? Enjoy part 3 where Fred & Kara, of Draw Near, continue to defend the Catholic Church and correct any misconceptions or misunderstandings! This episode talks about the pope (papacy), Sola Scriptura, Authority, the Rapture, and the Resurrection. (We hope you're loving these Catholic teaching episodes as much as we are.)
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Apologetics PART 2: Creation, Aliens, & Purgatory
June 12th, 2024 | 1 hr 17 mins
aliens, apologetics, bible teaching, catholic teaching, confession, creation, eucharist, purgatory
In the 4-part apologetics series, Fred and Kara, of Draw Near take up more difficult Catholic questions like: creation, aliens, the Eucharist, Confession, and Purgatory.
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Apologetics PART 1: Mary & Salvation
May 29th, 2024 | 1 hr 6 mins
apologetics, bible teaching, catholic teaching, mary, salvation
Who loves Q&A? We do! Fred and Kara answer common Catholic questions, among Catholics, Protestants, or even atheists. Enjoy part 1 of this extended series and tune in to the additional episodes to come!
Questions in this episode:- Why do Catholic Worship Mary? What's the deal with Mary?
- Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the Saints?
- What do Catholics believe about salvation? How are you saved?
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COVER SONG: "I Am Not Alone"
May 25th, 2024 | 4 mins 17 secs
christian music, cover song, i am not alone, worship music
Enjoy this Draw Near Cover of "I Am Not Alone" by Kara Kardell and Fred Shellabarger (originally by Kari Jobe)
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Ask and I Will Do It: A Lectio Divina Reflection on John 14
May 8th, 2024 | 30 mins 32 secs
discouragement, doubt, faith, hope, prayer
In John chapter 14, Jesus says, "Whatever you ask in my name, I will do it." But what do these words mean? What can we learn from this? How should it effect the way we live our lives? The way we pray? In this episode, we reflect on the words of Jesus in John 14:12-14 as we look for answers to these questions.
NOTE: We are currently moving into our new studio space and working on the renovations needed. That said, YOU WILL HEAR THE KIDS in this epsiode. #catholicfamilylife