Advertise on podcast: City on a Hill: Kansas City

Michael Collins hangs out with Fr. Mattingly and shares about his life story, from having been raised Catholic to needing to develop Faith in Jesus and the Church for himself.  At the very end of college, Michael shares that for about one year he did not identify as Catholic. Michael shares some deep reflection on the top three reasons why he strayed from the Faith, but notes that good friendship saved him. Michael shares how he and friends continue to band together and pursue the Lord together, specifically through reading scripture together!  Michael is overall upbeat and positive, a friend you'd want to have! In fact, you can attend his Small Get-Together, Frozen Fellowship, every Monday this summer. Frozen Fellowship is quite literally building friends over ice cream! The perfect summer event :)  Show notes:  - Frozen Fellowship

Fr. Mattingly sits down behind the voice of the City on a Hill Podcast intro & outro - Seth Slayman and his wife, Tori. They welcomed their first baby boy, John, just a few weeks prior to this podcast release!  Seth shares about his conversion over time, which led him toward the vocation of marriage with Tori. While Tori shares how she experienced a conversion over time, which now allows her to see the daily opportunities each day to grow in holiness.  Show Notes:  Frequent Confession by Benedict Baur Jordan Peterson

Lauren Bauer shared with Fr. Mattingly and Taylor Furrer about her own conversion of heart, which began with her head and then moved to her heart. After having been raised Catholic, Lauren's parents separated and attended different churches. Lauren was faced with a decision, but chose to remain Catholic and defend the faith with her knowledge.  After reading a book about Pope Saint John Paul II, Lauren's head learned that Jesus is a friend and desires relationship with her. So her heart followed her head, and began to dedicate her time in prayer, to be in relationship with Jesus. Lauren has continued to learn the delicate balance between knowing and loving Jesus.  Show Notes: - Saint John Paul the Great: His 5 Loves by Jason Evert - Benedictine College - Morning Offering by St. Philip Neri: "Watch me, O Lord, this day; for, abandoned to myself, I shall surely betray thee." - Sisterhood Small Groups - Abiding Together Podcast - This Present Paradise: A Spiritual Journey with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity

Fr. Andrew Mattingly sits down with Diego Payan to share of his conversion, which hinged on a decision to begin attending daily Mass. One Monday evening, he wasn't sure if he would find a daily Mass to attend after a long day of work. After using MassTimes.org (shout out!), he found a quaint little chapel tucked in Kansas City, Kansas - the Little Sisters of the Lamb.  The Community of the Lamb is a humble little religious community, that is nestled in the streets of Kansas City, KS. Diego immersed himself in the community and became a young adults of the lamb. One thing led to the other, Diego sought healing, and he now desires to share the joy he receives from his faith with others. Join Diego and attend their young adult night on Monday evenings!  Show Notes:  - Donnelly College - MassTimes.org - Little Sisters of the Lamb  - Small Get-Together: Monday Nights at Community of the Lamb - Desert Stream Ministries 

Shelby Hennen shares a very relatable testimony about placing her worth in accomplishments and her work. However, a sudden turn of events left her questioning her identity in Christ. When we place our worth in our treasures, rather than in God, and those things are taken away, it has the potential to lead to a pivotal moment in a person’s life. Tune in to hear how Shelby navigated these challenges and strives to live on mission every day. Shelby shares how she pursues a relationship with Christ in prayer and practical tips on how to live this out.

Andrew & Ellen Holzum sit down with Fr. Mattingly to discuss all the ways they are pursuing Sainthood in Kansas City! They each share how they eventually came to make the faith their own—sending each of them on the pursuit for Catholic community, which they ultimately found in City on a Hill. They both recently decided on a Plan of Life and share the benefits and struggles of sticking to it. Ellen also shares her practice of mental prayer and the personal apostolate she started at the Catholic school where she teaches. Show Notes: - Daily Rosary Podcast - "Rediscover Catholicism" by Matthew Kelly - "Time for God" by Jacques Philippe - "Theology for Beginners" by Frank Sheed

This week, Fr. Mattingly and Taylor Downey sit down with Jordyn Kukla as she shares how the Lord has pursued her heart over the last few years. Hear how Jordyn uncovered her feelings of unworthiness and the way it extended into her life. The promptings of the Lord and those around her pointed her towards a more accurate depiction of how God truly sees her. Jordyn shares the ways she worships the Lord daily and one thing she does to grow in humility that may surprise you! This episode is packed full of goodness and one you do not want to miss! Show Notes: - “Be Healed” by Bob Schuts - Maverick City Music - SPO (Saint Paul’s Outreach)

We are back with Season 4 of the City on a Hill Podcast! Kicking off the first episode is Dr. Luke Murray! He is the headmaster at Chesterton Academy in Kansas City! He shares how he first had an intellectual conversion during his early years of college, which was later followed by a heart conversion while attending Steubenville. Dr. Luke shares what lead him to his current position at Chesterton Academy and his heart behind it. If you are interested learning more about classical education, Dr. Luke and Fr. Mattingly discuss the differences between a modern education and the Chesterton model. He also shares the need for this form of education in our society today and the skills that it equips students with to not only benefit them in their professional lives, but set them on a path to Sainthood. Show Notes: - Mount Angel Seminary - “The Everlasting Man” (1993) by G.K. Chesterton - Chesterton Academy of St. Philip Neri: Kansas City

As many may know, City on a Hill has been led by Father Andrew Mattingly as Director & Chaplain of City on a Hill since the summer of 2016. Through mutual discernment with Bishop Johnston and Fr. Mattingly, in the summer of 2021 City on a Hill became its own, independent lay apostolate. In light of this shift, one of the next goals was for the newly formed board of directors to hire a full-time lay director. It is only fitting that a lay apostolate would be led by a lay director, allowing an assigned chaplain to spend time bringing the Sacraments to the young adults and allowing a lay director to inspire the mission of young adults! Catherine shares her testimony and how the Lord has been ever present in her life since a young age. Learn how Catherine shares her gifts to inspire those around her. She dives deep into what it means to seek healing in the Lord and how to identify charisms in others. Catherine also shares some of her favorite books and resources to continue to grow and learn more about the Catholic faith daily. Continue to pray for Catherine as she begins her new role as Director of City on a Hill!  Show Notes: - "Interior Freedom" by Jacques Philippe - "I Believe in Love: A Personal Retreat Based on the Teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux" by Jean C. J. d'Elbee - "The Screwtape Letters" by C.S. Lewis - Benedictine College - The Avila Institute: School of Spiritual Formation

Jeff Shields sits down with Fr. Mattingly to chat about how his faith has been strengthened over the years. Jeff shares how he is striving for holiness on a daily basis by acknowledging that every person we encounter is a child of God. Changing his perspective has deepened his own faith and relationships with those around him. Show Notes:  - Tuesdays at the Boulevard : 6 times a year, 200+ young adults attend Mass together, complete with beautiful music. Following Mass, we walk across the parking lot Boulevard Brewery and it costs $15 for Waldo pizza and Boulevard beer. Check out the link for more information!  - Band of Brothers is a community of men who meet regularly in small groups to hold each other accountable in pursuing holiness in the modern world. Email bandofbrothers.coah@gmail.com if you have questions or want to sign up.

Madison Allen shares her journey with Christ as he revealed himself to her in a number of unique experiences. She speaks about her time of discernment and what it was like to transition back to “normal” life after living at the Madonna House in Ontario, Canada for a brief time (an apostolate of a Catholic community of men, women and priests, dedicated to loving and serving Jesus Christ in all aspects of everyday life). Madison continues to serve those around her in the little ways and by bringing Christ to those who may be lonely. She is continually on mission to do what delights the heart of the Father. Show Notes:  - Essence of Prayer by Ruth Burrows - The Community of the Lamb in Kansas City - 33 Days to Merciful Love by Fr. Michael Gaitley - The Madonna House 

After a few impactful experiences in his classical high school education & Great Books program, Gabe LeBeau started on an intellectual pursuit which lead him to want to study philosophy at Benedictine College in Kansas. Most people are drawn to one of the transcendentals—truth, beauty, and goodness. Gabe realized he specifically encounters the Lord through pursuing Truth, which has guided him along the way. After College, Gabe has since moved to Kansas City and is currently studying to be a doctor at KU Med. He is pursuing a path to Sanctity through the medical field and with the intent to regain the integrity of the medicine. Gabe shares how conversations with his peers in med school have allowed him to dive into Catholic principles, appealing to them through the transcendentals. Show Notes: - City of the Lord – Catholic Charismatic Covenant Community - The Republic by Plato - Benedictine College in Atchison, KS - Opus Dei Men's Recollection - Catholic Medical Student Association at KU Medical - Confessions by St. Augustine