Fr. Matthew Hincks - Guardian Angels... Are They Real?

Fr. Matthew Hincks - Guardian Angels... Are They Real?

Author: Paul Michelini and Randy Laya (RIP co-founder Jeff Corrigan) December 17, 2025 Duration: 43:07
Fr. Matthew Hincks is a priest with the Order of Canons Regular of the Holy Cross in the diocese of Steubenville, Ohio and is our guest on this episode. One of the ministries of the Canons Regular is Opus Angelorum or Work of the Angels, which is the topic of our discussion with Fr. Matthew. In particular, Father talks about our guardian angels and sports. In this episode you will find answers to the following questions: ·       Was Fr. Hincks involved in sports? ·       Can participation in sports help my spiritual life? ·       Are there any commonalities between sports and my spiritual life? Is it important           to have a plan for both? ·       What is Opus Angelorum and how did it start? ·       What is a stigmata and what does it mean when a person receives it? ·       Is it possible to know and have a relationship with my guardian angel? ·       What can my guardian angel do for me? ·       Can I give my guardian angel a name? ·       In 1 Corinthians 9:23-27, St. Paul compares his ministry to athletics. What games          might he be referring to? ·       How can Opus Angelorum help me learn about my guardian angel? ·       Is it possible to consecrate myself to my guardian angel? ·       Why is it important to have a relationship with my guardian angel and the angels           in general, now, in this life?   Opus Sanctorum Angelorum - Work of the Holy Angels Order of Canons Regular of the Holy Cross Isthmian Games - Wikipedia   #catholicsports, #opusangelorum, #workoftheangels, #guardianangel

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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