Pints & Pews Podcast : Catholic Faith & Craft Beer

Dennis & Robert chat about the need to take a sabbatical, and just before they do, they talk about the anti-Catholic legacy of Canada's outgoing Prime Minister. Beers : Maudite - Unibroue Falling for You Belgian Blonde - Old Flame Brewing Co.

Deacon Bill & Angie Nalepka join Dennis & Robert to chat about the Permanent Diaconate and their role as a "mentor couple" for husbands and wives discerning and preparing for this vocational calling. Beers : Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale - Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co Forest Reverie Schwartzbier - 5 Paddles Brewing Co. Aurora Blonde - Antwerp Kathedraal Beer

Dennis & Robert sit down for their Christmas Special, talking about humour in evangelization and the need for spiritual direction. After a couple of rum & eggnogs (which Robert cannot stomach, so he enjoyed a great porter) the guys play a Christmas game of "Would you rather...?" Beer : Porter - Clifford Brewing Co.

Heading into the Season of Advent, Dennis & Robert sit down and chat about the liturgical season's penitential nature, as well as some Advent traditions to help us prepare for the coming of Our Lord at Christmas. After some Advent Saint Quotes, Dennis throws Robert a simple curveball in "What in the Church is that?" Beers : Rickard's Red Nanaimo Bar Porter - Muskoka Brewery w/ Vancouver Island Brewing

Dennis & Robert chat about bringing your smartphone into the confessional, and whether or not somebody might be listening in. Dennis also thinks outside of the box with this episode's "What in the Church is That?" Beers : Muskoka Cream Ale Off the Grid - Lake of Bays Brewing Co.

K. Albert Little of The Cordial Catholic comes in to supply co-host for Dennis, chatting with Robert about trusting in God and what can make for either a good or bad RCIA (OCIA) experience. Beers : Arrow Pilsner - Trestle Brewing Company Latte Nitro Brown Ale - Cowbell Brewing Co.

Dennis & Robert sit down over a Thanksgiving pint to reflect over the things they are truly grateful for, as well as their thoughts on experiencing Life Chain and on the announcement of Archbishop Leo of Toronto being given the "Red Hat" as a Cardinal. Beers : Swing Bridge Blonde - Manitoulin Brewing Co. Menace Light Cream Ale - Orange Snail Brewers

David Skuban of The Catholic Canuck Podcast joins Dennis & Robert for a roundtable on Eucharistic Revival. The guys talk about some of the problems facing belief in the Real Presence before sharing some ideas to restore a sense of sacredness and reverence for Our Lord in the Eucharist. Beers : Pioneer IPA - Origin Malting & Brewing Co. Memento Mori Kathedraal Dark - Antwerp Cathedral Iron Pig Pale Ale - Orange Snail Brewers

Dennis & Robert sit down over a pint to talk about what should and should not go on when people come forward for a blessing instead of receiving Communion at Mass. Beers : Westmalle - Dubbel Golden Road Brewing - Big Hazy Wolf Hazy Double IPA

Robby Narquis of Chainsaw Brewing shares a couple of his Archangel IPAs with Dennis & Robert as they chat about how the Catholic faith has shaped both his life and his brewing. The guys also talk about the importance of pouring a pint for padre on September 9th - International Buy a Priest a Beer Day. Beers : Aspiring Saint American Apricot Wheat Ale St. Gabriel IPA St. Michael IPA

Dennis & Robert chat about their experience with the Mass while on vacation, as well as their visit to a local Craft Beer Festival. The guys also discuss some timely saint quotes and answer another great question from Mrs. Coop. Beers : Culture Brewing Co. - American Pilsner & American Strong Ale Shop Pints & Pews merch here...

Dr. Brett Salkeld, theologian for the Archdiocese of Regina, Saskatchewan shares a pint with Dennis & Robert while talking about his latest book "Educating for Eternity: Making Every Class Catholic". Chiming in with some wily veteran wisdom of their own, the guys wish this book had been around at the start of their careers in Catholic education. Brett's Links : My Catholic Faith Delivered Making Every Class Catholic on Facebook Educating for Eternity Beers : Grasshopper Wheat Ale - Big Rock Brewery Front Porch Kölsch Style Ale - Calabogie Brewing Mayberry IPA - El Segundo Brewing Co. Shop P&P merch here...

After a brief early summer hiatus, Dennis & Robert get back behind the mic. Robert shares a bit about his trip to sunny California and the generous free beers from Culture Brewing Co. in Manhattan Beach, while Dennis talks about his retirement plans, which involve some golf course evangelization. After some thought-provoking saint quotes, Dennis once more tries to stump Robert asking, "What in the Church is that?" Shop Pints & Pews Merch here... Beer : American Pilsner - Culture Brewing Co. in Manhattan Beach

For Fathers' Day Dennis & Robert share some memories about their own dads, and how the example they set taught them about the importance of fatherhood and the sacrificial love this vocation demands. The guys share some saintly quotes on fatherhood before introducing a new segment "Mrs. Coop's Question" where they answer a question on the faith from Dennis' mother-in-law. Shop Pints & Pews Merch here Beers : Glory Days Lager - Glory Days Brewing Co. Rust Never Sleeps Märzen Bier - Trestle Brewing Co.

Dennis & Robert have a rare tête-à-tête to discuss working in the Lord's Vineyard and why we need to rejoice for the full 50 days of Easter. After talking some profound saint quotes, Robert continues his winning streak on "What in the Church is That?" Shop Pints & Pews Merch Beers : Scotch Ale - Alex's Home brew Killarney Cream Ale - Manitoulin Brewing Co.

Trevor Alcorn from Tridentine Brewing stops by to share a pint and chat with Dennis & Robert. Trevor shares how a family brewing tradition started in his great-grandmother's bathtub has become a most sought after craft beer. The guys also talk about Bl. Karl of Austria, and the need for solid, faith-based Catholic leadership in society. Although Dennis & Robert didn't get a chance to try a Tridentine Brew ... they hope to in the future. Shop Pints & Pews merch Beers : St. Brigid Stout - Tridentine Brewing Lucky Charms Irish Stout - Old Flame Brewing Co. Full City Coffee Porter - Forked River Brewing Co.

Trevor Alcorn from Tridentine Brewing stops by to share a pint and chat with Dennis & Robert. Trevor shares how a family brewing tradition started in his great-grandmother's bathtub has become a most sought after craft beer. The guys also talk about Bl. Karl of Austria, and the need for solid, faith-based Catholic leadership in society. Although Dennis & Robert didn't get a chance to try a Tridentine Brew ... they hope to in the future. Beers : St. Brigid Stout - Tridentine Brewing Lucky Charms Irish Stout - Old Flame Brewing Co. Full City Coffee Porter - Forked River Brewing Co.

Al Smith of Bishop Sheen Today and Holy Face Miracle stops by to share a pint with Dennis & Robert and chat about Fulton Sheen's great book on Mary, the "renewed" devotion to the Holy Face of Jesus, as well as the importance of pilgrimages. Beers : Guiness Chocolate Munich Dunkel - Brock Street Brewing Co. La Bonne Ste Anne - Microbrasserie des Beaux Prés Shop Pints & Pews Swag here...

Fr. Pat Cosgrove of Chalice Canada drops by to share a down-home pint with Dennis & Robert. Fr. Pat shares his own vocation story, along with recounting how a Catholic Charity came to be over a Dagwood Sandwich. Beers : Guiness Moosehead Fixed Link Maritime Pilsner - Lone Oak Brewery Chalice Canada Chalice US

Dennis & Robert chat about the Catholic beauty of Dennis's most recent visit to Belgium while sipping beers directly from Antwerp's Cathedral of Our Lady. The guys share some wisdom from the saints, as Robert keeps up his distinguished record on "What in the Church is That?" Beers : Memento Mori & Aurora - Kathedraal Bier