Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)

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Ask Fr. Josh is the podcast where I hear you out and do my best to help you navigate the tricky times in life when our Catholic Faith doesn’t give you an easy “fill-in-the blank” answer. On this show, we’ll listen to one another, problem solve together, and ultimately entrust everything to our Lord. If this is your first time tuning in, here’s how the show goes: Each episode, I'll address three to four of your questions. I’ll cover everything from Catholic teaching to moral dilemmas to relationship advice. I'm not perfect, and I can’t guarantee that my advice is going to make things easy, but I'll do my best to share what I've learned during my time as a priest, pastor, and friend. Send me your questions at ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh

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  • Onelove719
    Lyssss
    Thank you for helping my walking in faith grow. You are a huge help! God bless ❤️
  • jk1212
    Just a Great Podcat
    not too much more I can say - a gift!
  • Tall town girl
    Fun and educational all at the same time.
    The ONLY bad thing about this podcast is that it’s not everyday!! 😅😂 Of course, I understand that he’s a very busy priest! Fr. Josh is so real and I love love love listening to his wisdom and advise. Not to mention his random singing 😂. Matches my ADHD! He makes learning our faith so much more entertaining for our youth! Thank you Fr. Josh for all you do!
  • Marco rod
    Fr Josh is real
    What brings me to this podcast is a man who gives honest and sometimes hard answers to tough questions. He makes it fun while not diminishing by the message. He stays true to the teachings of the Church while providing a refreshing perspective that is not often seen in our sometimes homogenous and ignorant church community. In the best sense of the phrase, Fr Josh keeps it real.
  • C_Talbot
    Cool and informative show
    Good quality information provided with flavor on variety of Christian catholic subjects including saints and catechesis.
  • Nancecam
    Thank God for Fr. Josh
    You gave us the whole catechism in your episode on defending the sins within the Church. Thanking God for you, dear brother! Prayers for you now and always. Faith is so much sweeter when we walk together- thank you for your faith and witness. ❤️🙏🏻
  • Yussssssssssddss
    Please keep Sr Josephine on indefinitely!!!!
    ^^^
  • Rootiekazoo
    Bishop Barron and Bishop Sheen y’all!
    Best of the best! Fr. Josh a cool cat to 🥾! It’s: “you’re still the one I long for…” - Shania Twain:). 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Dying laughing, “we done broke into de’ wrong camp, lol.” Glad y’all got the heck oughta there safely… God is great! 👏🏻Clap along, if you feel like a room wif-out a roof, cuz I’m happy … Pharrell Williams, those videos are hilarious! …and that camp story made me laugh so hard! You’re a flip Brotha’ Father… I’m gonna pray that your sense of direction gets better. LOL thanks for the giggles when you start singing “something, something, something… so Daggone funny! 😂… here, here to Sister Josephine. Fr. Josh can I access your “music playlist?” That we be de’ bomb!!!
  • Sean - Fairfax Virginia
    Awesome….
    Rockstar!
  • the kidd174
    Archer Blake
    Fr josh You are the Sunday superstar Godspeed
  • dlrmb
    Awesome!
    Fr Josh with Sr Josephine are the perfect pair! You have me laughing out loud. I love when you are on together. It's the highlight of my day!!
  • Missbebeng
    Love this podcast!
    This is a great podcast! The relevant topics, the authenticity of Fr. Josh, and the conversations with guests all keep me listening. But, it would be nice if Fr. Josh did not talk so fast during the podcast. Slowing down and really allowing his words to settle into people’s souls and thoughts, would make it even better. But nonetheless, keep up the great podcasts, Father!
  • JuniorJ43
    Godsend
    Fr. Josh is the man helping to bring my family and friends back to the Church! He’s truly an instrument of Christ
  • Sadbags
    Grateful for Father Josh
    Love the podcast. It has been a great tool to help me on my faith journey. You keep me laughing and learning.
  • Ebest21
    Music makes it tough
    I LOVE Fr Josh and the messages but the musical transitions are super loud and disruptive to my listening experience. 😳
  • JenniGarcia💕
    Helping us become Saints!
    This is a podcast sent by GOD! so many questions I had are being answered through this podcast. I love how Father Josh reminds us in every podcast that God created us to become saints! He answers questions with clarity. He also teaches us about a Saint, which is amazing because I’m always interested in learning about how some one like us became a saint. I love how he’s a down to earth Father, because it makes it easier to learn with out feeling like we’re in trouble lol
  • 123margie
    Ask Fr Josh. Divine Mercy
    Likable guy; easy to listen to; I enjoyed his story about St Faustina. Plan to listen much more often to this podcast.
  • Elwin D
    Exactly what is needed
    Father’s approach and manner is exactly what our youth need in today’s world where the need for connection is so important. Connection at the entry level is what he is so good at!
  • BeckyinPgh
    So glad I found this podcast
    I am a lifelong practicing Catholic and I have learned so much from this podcast! I love the real life examples and the way Father Josh addresses each listener question with such empathy and understanding. Highly recommend.
  • Tiffani Seaton
    Fr. Josh is wonderful!
    I have recently taken up listening to Priests on podcast form. This world breaks my heart and there is something so comforting about their guidance. Fr. Josh is amazing. Multiple episodes of his have helped me TREMENDOUSLY and I have never sent in a question. I love love love the Saint portion of his episodes as well. I love it all actually!
  • Baylie Blair
    Brought to tears
    Delivering Gods word in the most relatable way…❤️
  • library liver
    Awesomeness!!!!
    I totally love Father Josh and this podcast!! Highly recommend!!!!
  • Sammie P. 504
    Great podcast!
    I am so excited about this podcast! I am looking for ways to get closer to God this Lent and this looks like another great tool to add to my toolbox! I look forward to more episodes.
  • NavySMO
    So accessible!
    Listening to a Fr Josh podcast is like meeting with a priest at a local coffee shop and having an intense but relaxed conversation over a cup of coffee and some donuts! The way he presents topics in these 20-30 minute episodes makes them easily understandable. I often listen to an episode during my daily walks and so the walks become more fruitful than just for physical health benefits. Fr Josh is really a blessing and gift to my deepening Catholic faith.
  • MSEB21
    Refreshing
    As a father, brother, husband and psychologist, I am faced with so many decisions and at times feel drained. I look forward to listening to Father Josh and his ‘Glory Stories’ and message. Many times it is the fuel that I need to continue to move forward in my day to be on point. Or as Father Josh says, moving towards being a Saint.’ His encouraging words are a breath of fresh air and food that nourishes my soul, my spirit, as well as my mind. I have days where I do need to hear, motivating and spirit filled messages. Blessing to you and all you do. Dr. B
  • Dedez_Incognito
    Thank you
    I started to listen to Father Mike and found your podcast. I felt my soul needed to be fed and found Father Mike, then I found you so I decided to hear your podcast from your beginning. The very first episode, I cried when you said pause if you need to and remember when you fell in love with Jesus. I thank God and the Angels and Saints because they are guiding me and they brought you to me. I love that you communicate in a way I can understand. May God continue to bless and keep you safe.
  • Teejeffo
    Fr. Josh is the BEST!
    I came across his podcast and fell in love with him. He loves to help us. I enjoy his enthusiasm for life and the church. He has a passion for racial justice and explains it with love that all of us no matter our race can understand. He explains the faith in a realistic way with a genuine human touch. I chuckle at his singing as he makes you want to join him. I think you will find him very informative. If I could give him 10 stars I would. I love Fr. Josh.
  • MDeck23
    Thank you, Fr. Josh
    So grateful for this podcast! It has been so helpful in deepening my faith.
  • St. Joseph of Van Nuys
    AMAZING
    Father Josh, Jesus Christ has selected you to speak to my generation. He has given you a simolicity to talk with the youth who are broken today. Thank you for saying yes to GOD. I love your shows. You did not post yesterday and I really missed the show and was expecting a show yesterday Thursday! 😭 I know you are a busy man so hopefully you can bring us a show. Left you a review. Praying for you. GOD bless you.
  • Mug shot
    This podcast is a blessing
    I LOVE hearing a young, energetic, joyful priest talk about the faith. As messy as the world is, it’s also such an exciting time to have access to podcasts and other media that are deepening my faith and that I hope I can share with my kids. Father Josh is cool and brings the teachings of the church to life.
  • #nohelp
    Think of leaving the church
    I was thinking of leaving the Catholic Church. This podcast changed my mind. So many questions were answered. God please bless and continue to lift this podcast to advance your work here on earth. Thank you Fr. Josh.
  • Helen2619
    Welcome back Fr. Josh
    I am so happy you are back. You make my ride home from work peaceful and focus on God. You are in my prayers. I like very much the addition g of a saint to walk with me during the week. St. Mother Teresa, pray for us
  • Pinning on the farm
    Back! Missed you over the summer!
    Sometimes you don’t know what a gift something is until you’re without it. Praise God for Ask Fr Josh and how you shepherd us with the Holy Spirit!
  • Melanie Eckstein
    Thank you, Father Josh!
    Absolutely love Fr. Josh’s podcast! He has taught my husband and me so much about our Catholic faith and helped us to love our faith even more! We love how candid he is about his love for Jesus and his authenticity! among other things, we have learned the importance of routine fasting outside of Lent because of Fr. Josh and we are sure this is helping to deepen our faith and love for Jesus. Thank you so much for all your hard work and for answering the call to become a priest, Fr. Josh! Melanie and Jim Eckstein Charlotte, NC
  • Weathergirl04
    Great podcast for “real people” Catholics
    I have always stayed away from Catholic books, TV, etc because I never felt “holy” enough for them. Fr. Josh’s podcast has helped me fix that! He presents everything in such a down-to-earth, approachable way - I now better understand teachings that were always presented in a way that was always a little too aloof for me to understand (or for me to WANT to understand). I just started listening a few weeks ago, but went all the way back to the beginning so I don’t miss anything - thank you so much for this show, Fr. Josh! Blessings to you and your team!
  • LPI317
    Fr. Josh, where have you gone!?
    We miss you and your podcast! Hope to hear you soon!
  • Bebalways
    Love love love
    Hey!! Listening from NYC. I love Fr. Josh, his tangents and his honesty. Scrolled all the way to the bottom and started listening from the first podcast he recorded; I can easily listen to 4/5 in a day as I do things around the house. This podcast has replaced my Netflix binges! Thank you Fr. Josh and team for helping us grow in faith through the answering of questions. Love it
  • Greeny62
    Awesome!
    Father Josh has a gift of wanting all of us to become disciples. His weekly podcasts are a great way to grow in your faith journey. Thank you!
  • elizabethlopez
    such a good faithfilled podcast
    father josh is one of the best explainers I have heard on the internet. He makes things funny and answers every question in a thoughtful way. I always walk away having learned more about my Catholic faith!
  • Bestflowinthe
    Deepens my faith
    Very informative podcast. Helps me deepen my faith and knowledge of Catholicism. Plus he’s smart, young, relatable and I love his HipHop nomenclature.
  • the1juliegirl
    A new take
    Thank you! Father josh for your new and refreshing outlook and understanding of faith, that’s rooted in history. You’re a joy to listen to. Keep it up!
  • z765429f
    Wha?
    Bruh I don’t understand this at all. I’d rather be playing fortnite then listening to this.
  • RoseSLP81
    Spreading the gift of God
    I am a new listener of Fr. Josh and love the messages he speaks about God. It has enriched my daily journey to be a better Catholic and to put God’s word into actions. I recommend this podcast wholeheartedly! Thank you Fr. Josh!
  • Wentworth 32401
    A blessing
    A wonderful blessing to us saints in training.
  • Jatonne
    Holy Spirit Goosebumps!!
    I am so thankful for your ministry! It is such a blessing to hear from such a relatable priest, so wise beyond his years and captivating. This podcast is great for any age, any faith, any topic. In his own way, he is speaking to you. Thank you Father Josh!
  • 😍😍😍love it so much
    Praying for you and Louisiana
    Father Josh I’m praying for you and your community. May Our Good Lord, the Almighty give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Thank you for sharing your life, thoughts, wisdom, knowledge, teachings and so on, with us!
  • M Proto
    Just found this!
    A few episodes in made me pick up my bible for the first time in ages. The blend of modern analogies and straightforward thoughts helps me relate and listen with more ease. Thank you so much for this podcast!
  • emt.cb
    Thank God for Father Josh!
    What a blessing, I love how open and honest Father Josh is, his voice is calming and his attitude is inviting and humble. I learn a lot and even if I already know the topic, I learn how to discuss it with others in a better way. He is a very valuable teacher and I appreciate him doing this podcast.
  • Mssr. Guyton
    Extraordinary!
    Thank you Fr. Josh for your commitment this wonderful show! If anyone reads this review, I’d like to say that Fr. Josh is just ONE member of the Body of Christ. If you find yourself shaking your head at anything he says (hopefully not, but a real possibility) please, go open the Bible, go to Mass or seek God in prayer. Please, remember though the Holy Spirit can speak through any one of us, it’s only one of many ways God can convict our hearts! That said, Fr. Josh, I love you. Please continue to pray for me and the whole of the Body of Christ. I am praying for you and your
  • Twinkele
    Best Catholic Podcast - Fr. Josh is awesome!
    I have been Catholic for 32 years and find Fr. Josh’s podcast extremely valuable. His advice is solidly Catholic, loving, do-able and “real world” applicable. The world needs more Fr. Josh!
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