web01.fireside.fm Sat, 11 Apr 2026 06:34:04 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Draw Near - Episodes Tagged with “Bible Teaching” https://drawnear.fireside.fm/tags/bible%20teaching Wed, 12 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0500 At Draw Near, we explore the beautiful truth that God, out of His deep and personal love for each of us, takes the first step to draw near. But this divine movement calls for a response—a response that shapes our lives and transforms our hearts. Together, we embark on this journey of faith, discovering the many ways God's grace and the power of the Holy Spirit work within us. Rooted in the Catholic faith, our podcast is a space where authenticity meets joy. We’re two best friends navigating life, family, and faith with honesty, humility, and a lot of love. Each episode is a heartfelt conversation—sometimes deep, sometimes lighthearted, but always real. We strive to be vulnerable, faithful, and passionate, sharing insights and stories to inspire you on your path toward Christ. This is more than a podcast; it’s a shared journey toward sainthood. So come laugh with us, reflect with us, and grow with us as we Draw Near to God and one another. Let’s set out together on this adventure of faith, friendship, and grace. en episodic Helping each person to draw near to Christ and to one another. Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell At Draw Near, we explore the beautiful truth that God, out of His deep and personal love for each of us, takes the first step to draw near. But this divine movement calls for a response—a response that shapes our lives and transforms our hearts. Together, we embark on this journey of faith, discovering the many ways God's grace and the power of the Holy Spirit work within us. Rooted in the Catholic faith, our podcast is a space where authenticity meets joy. We’re two best friends navigating life, family, and faith with honesty, humility, and a lot of love. Each episode is a heartfelt conversation—sometimes deep, sometimes lighthearted, but always real. We strive to be vulnerable, faithful, and passionate, sharing insights and stories to inspire you on your path toward Christ. This is more than a podcast; it’s a shared journey toward sainthood. So come laugh with us, reflect with us, and grow with us as we Draw Near to God and one another. Let’s set out together on this adventure of faith, friendship, and grace. no Faith; Christ; Podcast; Catholic; Friends; Draw Near Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell drawnear.me@gmail.com Apologetics PART 2: Creation, Aliens, & Purgatory https://drawnear.fireside.fm/185 f756c3cc-ffbf-4d38-a87d-12b27bbac562 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0500 Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell full Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell 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. 1:17:24 no In PART 2 of this 4-part apologetics series, Fred and Kara take up more difficult Catholic questions like: creation, aliens, the Eucharist, Confession, and Purgatory. REGISTER for the Draw Near Retreat HERE (https://www.exploretock.com/draw-near/event/486475/draw-near-retreat-a-future-a-hope) Questions answered in this episode: 1. What do Catholic (have to) believe about Creation? Evolution? 7-literal days? 2. Aliens 3. Where is the Eucharist in the Bible? 4. Why do you confess your sins to a priest? 5. Where is Purgatory in the Bible? Episodes/Links mentioned in this episode: Bible Basics for Catholics (book) (https://amzn.to/3RlP8x3) "Giving the Vineyard to Others (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+W2-ilvGk)" -- episode on priesthood My Lord and My God episodes about Eucharist: "Bread from Heaven (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+LUnDYOVw)" "Feeding the 5000 (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+LTOu4kAU)" "I am the Bread of Life (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+tsCQ5wZd)" --John 6 "As you did in Egypt (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+lldoweZF)" -- Passover "The Last Supper (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+lNRzeWXm)" Spelling correction: "phagate"--eat as though to eat a meal. "tropien" -- gnaw Questions to come in this series (Part 3): 1. The bible is all you need; why don't Catholic believe in Sola Scripture (the bible alone)? 2. Where is the papacy in Scripture? How does he have authority? 3. What is the rapture? Will it happen? Do Catholics believe in it? 4. How can anyone believe Jesus actually rose from the dead? Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page (https://www.drawnear.me/booking)." Click here (https://www.drawnear.me/donate) to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them. "Like" and follow us on Facebook! (https://www.facebook.com/fredandkara). Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drawnear.me/)! Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. (https://www.drawnear.me/) Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us! Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell apologetics, eucharist, baptism, mystagogy, aliens, Catholic, Draw Near, podcast, Fred and Kara, creation, confession, purgatory, bible In PART 2 of this 4-part apologetics series, Fred and Kara take up more difficult Catholic questions like: creation, aliens, the Eucharist, Confession, and Purgatory.

REGISTER for the Draw Near Retreat HERE

Questions answered in this episode:

  1. What do Catholic (have to) believe about Creation? Evolution? 7-literal days?
  2. Aliens
  3. Where is the Eucharist in the Bible?
  4. Why do you confess your sins to a priest?
  5. Where is Purgatory in the Bible?

Episodes/Links mentioned in this episode:
Bible Basics for Catholics (book)

"Giving the Vineyard to Others" -- episode on priesthood

My Lord and My God episodes about Eucharist:
"Bread from Heaven"
"Feeding the 5000"
"I am the Bread of Life" --John 6
"As you did in Egypt" -- Passover
"The Last Supper"

Spelling correction: "phagate"--eat as though to eat a meal. "tropien" -- gnaw

Questions to come in this series (Part 3):

  1. The bible is all you need; why don't Catholic believe in Sola Scripture (the bible alone)?
  2. Where is the papacy in Scripture? How does he have authority?
  3. What is the rapture? Will it happen? Do Catholics believe in it?
  4. How can anyone believe Jesus actually rose from the dead?

Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page."

Click here to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them.
"Like" and follow us on Facebook!. Follow us on Instagram!

Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page.

Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us!

Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Support Draw Near

]]> In PART 2 of this 4-part apologetics series, Fred and Kara take up more difficult Catholic questions like: creation, aliens, the Eucharist, Confession, and Purgatory.

REGISTER for the Draw Near Retreat HERE

Questions answered in this episode:

  1. What do Catholic (have to) believe about Creation? Evolution? 7-literal days?
  2. Aliens
  3. Where is the Eucharist in the Bible?
  4. Why do you confess your sins to a priest?
  5. Where is Purgatory in the Bible?

Episodes/Links mentioned in this episode:
Bible Basics for Catholics (book)

"Giving the Vineyard to Others" -- episode on priesthood

My Lord and My God episodes about Eucharist:
"Bread from Heaven"
"Feeding the 5000"
"I am the Bread of Life" --John 6
"As you did in Egypt" -- Passover
"The Last Supper"

Spelling correction: "phagate"--eat as though to eat a meal. "tropien" -- gnaw

Questions to come in this series (Part 3):

  1. The bible is all you need; why don't Catholic believe in Sola Scripture (the bible alone)?
  2. Where is the papacy in Scripture? How does he have authority?
  3. What is the rapture? Will it happen? Do Catholics believe in it?
  4. How can anyone believe Jesus actually rose from the dead?

Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page."

Click here to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them.
"Like" and follow us on Facebook!. Follow us on Instagram!

Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page.

Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us!

Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Support Draw Near

]]> Apologetics PART 1: Mary & Salvation https://drawnear.fireside.fm/184 d154aed0-e41f-40b4-911f-4821b6890042 Wed, 29 May 2024 01:00:00 -0500 Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell full Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell 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: 1. Why do Catholic Worship Mary? What's the deal with Mary? 2. Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the Saints? 3. What do Catholics believe about salvation? How are you saved? 1:06:16 no 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. REGISTER for the Draw Near Retreat HERE (https://www.exploretock.com/draw-near/event/486475/draw-near-retreat-a-future-a-hope) *Questions in this episode: * 1. Why do Catholic Worship Mary? What's the deal with Mary? 2. Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the Saints? 3. What do Catholics believe about salvation? How are you saved? Questions to come in this series (upcoming episodes): 1. What do Catholic have to believe about Creation? Evolution? 7-literal days? 2. Aliens 3. Where is the Eucharist in the Bible? 4. Why do you confess your sins to a priest? 5. Where is Purgatory in the Bible? 6. The bible is all you need; why don't Catholic believe in Sola Scripture (the bible alone)? 7. Where is the papacy in Scripture? How does he have authority? 8. What is the rapture? Will it happen? Do Catholics believe in it? 9. How can anyone believe Jesus actually rose from the dead? Links referenced: Full of Grace (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+lj3iujO-) There's Something about Mary (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+oeio6ZBG) Mary: Ark of the New Covenant (https://share.fireside.fm/episode/2wPRj5Ul+YhPeRg1H) On the Reciprocity of Gifts: John M.G. Barclay "Under Grace" Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page (https://www.drawnear.me/booking)." Click here (https://www.drawnear.me/donate) to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them. "Like" and follow us on Facebook! (https://www.facebook.com/fredandkara). Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drawnear.me/)! Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. (https://www.drawnear.me/) Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us! Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell catholic, apologetics, catholics worship Mary, why pray to Mary, Salvation, why pray to Saints, Baptism and Salvation, Faith and Works, Justification, bible, common Catholic questions, Draw Near, Fred and Kara, Catholic podcast 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.

REGISTER for the Draw Near Retreat HERE

*Questions in this episode: *

  1. Why do Catholic Worship Mary? What's the deal with Mary?
  2. Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the Saints?
  3. What do Catholics believe about salvation? How are you saved?

Questions to come in this series (upcoming episodes):

  1. What do Catholic have to believe about Creation? Evolution? 7-literal days?
  2. Aliens
  3. Where is the Eucharist in the Bible?
  4. Why do you confess your sins to a priest?
  5. Where is Purgatory in the Bible?
  6. The bible is all you need; why don't Catholic believe in Sola Scripture (the bible alone)?
  7. Where is the papacy in Scripture? How does he have authority?
  8. What is the rapture? Will it happen? Do Catholics believe in it?
  9. How can anyone believe Jesus actually rose from the dead?

Links referenced:
Full of Grace
There's Something about Mary
Mary: Ark of the New Covenant

On the Reciprocity of Gifts: John M.G. Barclay "Under Grace"

Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page."

Click here to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them.
"Like" and follow us on Facebook!. Follow us on Instagram!

Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page.

Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us!

Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Support Draw Near

]]> 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.

REGISTER for the Draw Near Retreat HERE

*Questions in this episode: *

  1. Why do Catholic Worship Mary? What's the deal with Mary?
  2. Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the Saints?
  3. What do Catholics believe about salvation? How are you saved?

Questions to come in this series (upcoming episodes):

  1. What do Catholic have to believe about Creation? Evolution? 7-literal days?
  2. Aliens
  3. Where is the Eucharist in the Bible?
  4. Why do you confess your sins to a priest?
  5. Where is Purgatory in the Bible?
  6. The bible is all you need; why don't Catholic believe in Sola Scripture (the bible alone)?
  7. Where is the papacy in Scripture? How does he have authority?
  8. What is the rapture? Will it happen? Do Catholics believe in it?
  9. How can anyone believe Jesus actually rose from the dead?

Links referenced:
Full of Grace
There's Something about Mary
Mary: Ark of the New Covenant

On the Reciprocity of Gifts: John M.G. Barclay "Under Grace"

Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page."

Click here to become a patron! Patrons are essentially "sponsors" and co-producers or Draw Near as it could not happen without them.
"Like" and follow us on Facebook!. Follow us on Instagram!

Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page.

Like our podcast? Hit that “subscribe” button AND the notification button/bell to know when new episodes are posted! Give us a rating! Leave a review! Tell your friends! Even more, pray for us!

Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Support Draw Near

]]>