MFP 275: Where do Bishops Come From? An interview with Bishop Joseph Coffey

Messy Family Podcast : Catholic Conversations on Marriage and Family

Mike and Alicia Hernon : Catholic Marriage Parent and Family

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5 • 739 Ratings

🗓️ 4 March 2024

⏱️ 50 minutes

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Summary

Join Mike and Alicia Hernon on this enlightening episode of the Messy Family Podcast as they sit down for an insightful interview with Bishop Joseph Coffey of the Archdiocese of the Military (United States). Together, they explore the intriguing question, "Where do Bishops Come From?" and delve into Bishop Coffey's personal journey of faith, discernment, and leadership within the Catholic Church.

With candor and wisdom, Bishop Coffey shares his unique perspective on the role of bishops in today's world and offers valuable insights into the formation and responsibilities of these spiritual leaders. From his early experiences in the military to his calling to the priesthood and eventual consecration as a bishop, Bishop Coffey's story is both inspiring and enlightening.

Throughout the conversation, Mike and Alicia engage Bishop Coffey in a wide-ranging discussion that touches on topics such as the challenges facing the Church, the importance of prayer and discernment in leadership, and the role of bishops in shepherding their flocks through turbulent times.

Whether you're a devout Catholic seeking a deeper understanding of the Church's hierarchy or simply curious about the journey of bishops, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and ministry of one of the Church's spiritual leaders.

Subscribe now and join Mike, Alicia, and Bishop Coffey as they navigate the complexities of faith, family, and leadership in today's world.

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0:00.0	Family, all in this together.
0:08.2	Family, we're taking a chance.
0:10.8	Family, like birds of a feather.
0:13.3	Family, we got my shoes and dance.
0:15.4	Hey, we are Mike and Alicia Hernin.
0:17.4	We have 10 kids and grandkids too, and we are here for every parent. Because we are on a
0:22.2	mission to empower moms and dads to embrace their sacred calling. So join the conversation.
0:28.3	Welcome to the podcast and welcome to the neighborhood. It is great to have you with us here today.
0:39.3	We were blessed and honored.
0:42.2	So blessed.
0:42.9	To be invited to be a part of the Good News cruise.
0:46.8	And Alicia had a different name for it, but it was, it really was an amazing cruise.
0:53.4	Thanks to the folks at corporate travel for making that trip possible.
0:57.3	And Ave Maria Radio. And I think that one of, I was thinking about it afterwards. And the biggest
1:03.4	blessing for me was the couples that we met. Yeah. And the people that we got to know,
1:08.4	including the interview that we're going to do for you today. Yeah, yeah.
1:11.5	That was really the biggest blessing.
1:13.4	It really was.
1:14.1	It just such amazing, amazing couples.
1:17.7	We had a fun time with some awesome people.
1:20.9	And, you know, if you are doing a cruise and you want us to come, you might have to twist our arm.
1:25.8	Okay.
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