The Catholic Morning Show

The Catholic Morning Show - 03/03/2026

Episode Summary

Today on the Catholic Morning Show, Deacon Randy Kiel shares how Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints shape a deeper, integrated approach to mental health. Then Marcus Grodi discusses his new book Learning Contentment, reflecting on retirement, stability, and finding peace right where God has placed you.

Episode Notes

Deacon Randy Kiel — Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Founder of Kardia Counseling
Deacon Randy Kiel joins Bo Bonner in studio for a conversation about the Catholic approach to mental health. Drawing from his evangelical background and his formation within the Catholic Church, Deacon Randy explains how faith, reason, and psychology work together.

Topics include:

Integrating spirituality into licensed mental health care

The difference between Catholic and evangelical approaches to psychology

The role of the saints in healing and personal growth

Why suffering and love are inseparable

Why seeking mental health support is fully compatible with a life of faith

Learn more about Cardio Counseling: https://kardiacounseling.com

Marcus Grodi — Founder of Coming Home Network International
Marcus Grodi joins the show to discuss his new book, Learning Contentment: Finding Peace Right Where You Are, published by Sophia Institute Press.

After stepping away from decades of leadership in evangelization and passing the baton of the Coming Home Network to the next generation, Marcus reflects on retirement, simplicity, and what it truly means to be content in Christ.

Find his new book here!  https://sophiainstitute.com/?product=learning-contentment

Topics include:

Why contentment is often misunderstood

The danger of making big decisions during discontent

Focusing on what is stable and established

Living the Gospel right where you are

Finding peace in a noisy and restless culture

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