web02.fireside.fm Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:19:00 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Draw Near - Episodes Tagged with “Service” https://drawnear.fireside.fm/tags/service Mon, 27 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0600 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 Authentic Christian Service (Homily by Fr. Behm: Solemnity of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe) https://drawnear.fireside.fm/150 9cef6652-38a7-4e95-93c3-9f8539211f91 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0600 Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell bonus Fred Shellabarger and Kara Kardell As always, Fr. Behm speaks truth with love helping all to Draw Near to God and grow in Christian charity. Enjoy Fr. Patrick Behm's Sunday homily from the Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe as weekly bonus content for the Draw Near Podcast. 12:43 no Father Behm, as always, speaks truth with love helping us to Draw Near to God and grow in Christian charity. We are meant to be "with Jesus" through others NOT just to those outside our community on the occasionaly mission trip, but every day with our community. Mother Teresa once said when asked how to serve the poor, "Go home and love your family." 3 characteristics of Authentic Christian service: 1. Personal: encounter with another human being 2. Christocentric: See the face of Jesus Christ in every person we encounter 3. Begin with those closest to us _We are blessed to have Fr. Patrick Behm, has joined us as a guest contributor! We will be posting some of his homilies as bonus content, confident that they will provide some great spiritual nourishment! Check out our website (under the blog tab) to find more of his homilies from week to week! We will also (after Thanksgiving) have small group questions available for each homily! _ Read the readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe here (https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112623.cfm)! 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/)! Book Fred and/or Kara to speak by visiting the Draw Near "booking page (https://www.drawnear.me/booking)." 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! *Fr Patrick Behm does not receive any compensation for his contributions to Draw Near. * Homily with Fr Patrick Behm, theme music © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell Special Guest: Father Patrick Behm. Fr. Patrick Behm, Draw Near Podcast, Sunday Homilies, Solemnity of Our Savior Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Christian Charity, Service, Catholic, Mother Teresa, Bonus Content Father Behm, as always, speaks truth with love helping us to Draw Near to God and grow in Christian charity. We are meant to be "with Jesus" through others NOT just to those outside our community on the occasionaly mission trip, but every day with our community. Mother Teresa once said when asked how to serve the poor, "Go home and love your family."

3 characteristics of Authentic Christian service:

  1. Personal: encounter with another human being
  2. Christocentric: See the face of Jesus Christ in every person we encounter
  3. Begin with those closest to us

_We are blessed to have Fr. Patrick Behm, has joined us as a guest contributor! We will be posting some of his homilies as bonus content, confident that they will provide some great spiritual nourishment! Check out our website (under the blog tab) to find more of his homilies from week to week! We will also (after Thanksgiving) have small group questions available for each homily!
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Read the readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe here!

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

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!

*Fr Patrick Behm does not receive any compensation for his contributions to Draw Near. *
Homily with Fr Patrick Behm, theme music © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell
Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Special Guest: Father Patrick Behm.

Support Draw Near

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3 characteristics of Authentic Christian service:

  1. Personal: encounter with another human being
  2. Christocentric: See the face of Jesus Christ in every person we encounter
  3. Begin with those closest to us

_We are blessed to have Fr. Patrick Behm, has joined us as a guest contributor! We will be posting some of his homilies as bonus content, confident that they will provide some great spiritual nourishment! Check out our website (under the blog tab) to find more of his homilies from week to week! We will also (after Thanksgiving) have small group questions available for each homily!
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Read the readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe here!

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

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!

*Fr Patrick Behm does not receive any compensation for his contributions to Draw Near. *
Homily with Fr Patrick Behm, theme music © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell
Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Special Guest: Father Patrick Behm.

Support Draw Near

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