Chris Vander Woude presenting Tom Vander Woude - A Saint is a Sinner That Never Gives Up

Chris Vander Woude presenting Tom Vander Woude - A Saint is a Sinner That Never Gives Up

Author: Paul Michelini and Randy Laya (RIP co-founder Jeff Corrigan) January 29, 2026 Duration: 57:15
Chris Vander Woude is one of seven sons of Tom Vander Woude and is our guest on this episode. Tom died saving his son, Joseph, who fell in a septic tank on the family farm. Family, friends, and the Diocese of Arlington have started the process that, they hope and pray, will lead to Tom’s eventual canonization as a saint in the Catholic Church. In this episode you will find answers to the following questions: ·        Who was Tom Vander Woude? ·        Did Tom and his wife, Mary Ellen, foster a spiritual family? ·        Were faith and sports important in the Vander Woude family? ·        How was Tom’s life as a husband and father extraordinary? ·        What was special about their youngest son, Joseph? ·        What was the relationship like between Tom and Joseph? ·        What happened to Joseph that led to Tom’s death? ·        What was extraordinary about Tom’s funeral? ·        Who is St. Gianna Molla and why was the Walk of Life                            important to Tom? ·        What stage is Tom’s canonization process in? ·        What is the Tom Vander Woude Guild and how is the Diocese             of  Arlington involved in Tom’s process? ·        How can you be involved with Tom Vander Woude’s journey                 toward sainthood? Tom Vander Woude Guild St. Gianna Beretta Molla | EWTN Walk for Life 2026 Schedule - Walk for Life West Coast Saints | USCCB : Information about the process of sainthood in the Catholic Church   #catholicsports, #vanderwoudiewitness, #vanwoudiesacrifice, #vanderwoudiejourney

In a world where stadiums and sanctuaries often feel miles apart, The Catholic Sportsman Show Podcast finds the profound connection between them. Hosts Paul Michelini and Randy Laya, alongside the enduring memory of co-founder Jeff Corrigan, engage in thoughtful conversations that explore how the drama, discipline, and community found in sports intersect with a lived Catholic faith. This isn't just a post-game analysis; it's a deeper look at the stories, history, and personalities within athletics, examining them through a spiritual lens. You'll hear discussions that are as likely to delve into the theological virtues demonstrated on the field as they are to appreciate a great historical moment in sport. Recorded within The Diocese of Orange, California, the podcast brings on guests who share this unique perspective, creating dialogues that are both topical and timeless. Whether reflecting on loss, leadership, or pure athletic joy, Paul and Randy offer a space where the universal language of games meets the enduring questions of faith, culture, and society. Tune in for a series that celebrates the athlete's journey while thoughtfully considering its place within a broader spiritual life.
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