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Sons of Ars
by St. John Vianney Theological Seminary
This is a lighthearted podcast where two seminarians sit down to discuss their life in seminary, topics and issues Christians face in the modern world, and the spiritual life. We hope to invite others into this journey that we are on and that countless other men are on across the world. We hope you enjoy! God bless!Find out more about us at www.sjvdenver.eduand follow us on the Saint John Vianney Theological Seminary facebook page.
Episodes
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Finis - In Memoriam
Beloved listeners, this is the last Sons of Ars episode you'll hear for a bit. We have been incredibly grateful for your support and listening for the last several years. This episode is dedicated to the repose of the souls of Mary Machado and Monsignor Ken Leone. May their souls, and those of…
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The Freedom of Dependence
Description Template: Michael Sparks interviews Deacon Luke Friess, soon to be ordained to the priesthood, to learn more about how the Lord worked in his life and called him to his vocation. (The mission of the podcast continues to be recording the experiences of seminarians to inspire those...
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That's God, Bro.
Description Template: Michael Sparks interviews Deacon Simon Ortiz, soon to be ordained to the priesthood, to learn more about how the Lord worked in his life and called him to his vocation. (The mission of the podcast continues to be recording the experiences of seminarians to inspire those...
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Vigil With the Lord
James Joseph brings together an assortment of guests to discuss a topic close to his heart and familiar to those who listen to the monthly homilies. This provides a privileged, behind-the-scenes look at the Vigil Praise that occurs at SJV every month.
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From Personality to Person - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 4/18/26
Revelation 6:1-17; (3:33) From the first Apology of St Justin Martyr; (6:33) Luke 24:1-12; (8:50) Homily by Bishop Jorge Rodriguez
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Christ Dwells Within You - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 2/21/2026
Exodus 5:1—6:1; Commentary on the psalms by Saint Augustine (4:34); Luke 13:22-33 (8:26); Homily by Rev. Mr. Jeffrey Pooley (11:18). Support our seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Stay With You - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 1/31/2026
Thessalonians 1:1-2:12; Epistle to the Smyrnans by Saint Ignatius of Antioch (4:14); Luke 24:13-35 (7:19); Homily by Rev. Mr. Simon Ortiz (10:30) Support our seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Be Bold
Miachel Sparks and James Ball welcome Br.Joseph to the studio to share his andventurous journey through seminary which included travles to Spain with the order of the Diciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary. https://dcjm.org/usa/ Email with any questions or comments: [email protected]…
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Joy and Hope - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 12/13/2025
Isaiah 29:13-25; From a sermon by St. Augustin (2:15); Luke 24:25-53 (6:52); Homily by Fr. Zach Michalczyk (9:00) Support our seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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The Hiddenness of The Mother of God
While this episode was suposed to appear in Decemeber, it is a powerful appreciation of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Michael Sparks and James Joseph excitingly invite newly ordained Deacon Luciano Diaz to share his story. In this episode another Sons of Ars episode is referenced called "He Who is…
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Intro to the Intro to Devout Life
In this episode, Dave Napierkowski and James Joseph share their experience of reading the famous work of St. Francis De Sales called "Intro to the Devout Life." A must read for seminarians and those looking to grow in their spiritual journey. (The mission of the podcast continues to be recording...
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The Standard of Christ - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 9/20/2025
Ezekiel 24:15-27; From a sermon On Pastors by Saint Augustine (2:35); Matthew 28:1-10, 16-20 (5:56); Homily by Fr. John Ezratty (8:30) Support our seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Summer Excuses
Three main hosts including Michael Salemi, Michael Sparks, and James Joseph recap the summer and explain a little about why their schedule was too full to record... There was exciting summers full of spiritual growth, spanish immersions, and sports games. Also, included is what the SJV…
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Finish Together
Michael Sparks takes a journey of reminiscing with two good friends Dominic and Nate as they also look forward to what the future entails. Also, we forgot to shout-out future priest Dcn. Aaron Alford, congrats! You can listen to his episode published March 21, 2022...
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You Will See - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 3/29/25
Leviticus 8:1-17, 9:22-24; From a treatise on John by Saint Augustine (3:08); Mark 10:32-45 (6:40); Homily by Very Rev. Samuel Morehead V.F. (9:27) Support our seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Let God Stretch Your Soul - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 2/8/25
Galatians 1:1-12; From a homily by a spiritual writer of the fourth century (1:37); Luke 24:35-53 (4:35); Homily by Rev. James-Peter Trares, O.P. (6:55) Support our seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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It was a Crazy Time
Michael Sparks and James Joseph sit down with a long-time priest Fr. Bill Breslin who shares his life journey during and after Vatican II. Many priests in those tumultuous times were confronted with the crisis of the chaos and it took courage to withstand it by the grace of the Holy Spirit. Fr....
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You Have Stayed Long Enough - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 1/19/25
Deuteronomy 1:1, 6-18; (3:05) from a Letter to the Ephesians from St. Ignatius of Antioch; (5:34) Mark 16:1-20; (9:22) Homily by Fr. Tom Scherer. Support our seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Unexpected Fulfillment - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 12/14
Isaiah 45:1-13; (2:52) from a Letter by Saint Leo the Great; (6:30) Luke 24:35-53; (9:10) Homily by Archbishop Samuel Aquila Support our Seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Behind Every Man...
In this episode, Michael Sparks and Michael Salemi bring in a good friend and soon to be priest to the studio. Deacon Kade Megaffin shares his journey of love and tells stories of promising relationships that ended in being called by Christ. (The mission of the podcast continues to be recording…
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Consider Tonight - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 10/26
Wisdom 1:1-15; (2:57) Letter to the Corinthians by St Clement I; (5:22) John 20:1-18; (8:44) Homily by Dcn Kade Megaffin Support our Seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Fruitful Fraternity from Afar
Michael Sparks and Anthony Olmes discuss a favorite topic of this podcast, but with a different perspective. The fraternity in light of family allows the true friendship to unfold even if distance seems to get in the way. (The mission of the podcast continues to be recording the experiences of...
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And We're Back!
James and Dave catch up with the listeners and chat with their friend Tommy Myers about their summer assignments, the current fall semester, and what the future holds this academic year at St. John Vianney. (The mission of the podcast continues to be recording the experiences of seminarians to...
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Listen to the Heart - Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 9/28
Philippians 1:1-11; (2:00) from the letter to the Philippians by St. Polycarp; (4:30) Mark 16:1-20; (8:05) Homily by Dcn Jacob Chavez
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Mission is Awesome and Frustrating
Michael and James recap the summer and discuss a little of what it means to be on mission as a seminarian especially during the summer. Michael referenced the interview he did on the Drew the Catholic show: https://youtu.be/8JbUDLwrxDI?si=mlpeHUb_JSa8yeQA Email with any questions or comments:...
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Trusting the Lord Crazily
Michael takes some fraternity time out side of his summer assignment to talk with Mark Rocco, a seminarian from Colorado Springs who studies at the Mount St. Mary's seminary in Maryland and happens to be assigned nearby. They discuss the similarities and diferences between seminaries and then…
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Church Fathers Series (Part II): Discipleship
Five years after the release of Part 1, Fr. Micah Flores joins Michael Salemi and John Cooney to continue the discussion on the Church Fathers. From the Lord Jesus to St. John, from St. John to St. Polycarp, and from St. Polycarp to St. Irenaeus, the life of Faith has been passed down through...
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Poverty of Flying with God
Michael Sparks and James Joseph invite a guest to share his testimony of God working throughout his life to bring him to seminary. Jeff Pooley shares some stories about those who've inspired him and his life as an airplane pilot, but most especially how beuaty and human relationship all point to...
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Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 4/13
(0:00) Revelation 6:1-17; (3:21) First Apology of St. Justin Martyr 66-67; (6:08) Luke 24:1-12; (8:04) Homily by Cardinal Francis Stafford
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The Rest of Seminary
Michael Salemi, James and Dave explore the meaning of leisure especially in the context of seminary life. They take a philosophical look at leisure and then examine the interior life of being rejuvenated especially as seminarians. They include a little discussion about Irish step dancing. Book...
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Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 3/16
(0:00) Hebrews 1:1-2:4; (2:30) St. Athanasius Epistle 14, 1-2; (5:42) John 8:1-11; (7:42) Homily by Dcn. Blaise Buches.
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What Does It Mean to Prophesy?
John, Michael, and Dave discuss their experiences at a conference hosted by Encounter School of Minsitry about the gift of prophecy. Learn more about Encounter: https://encounterschool.org/ Email with any questions or comments: [email protected] Also check out what's going on at Saint…
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Going to SEEK and Finding Hope
Michael Sparks is joined by two new voices: Dave Napierkowski and James Joseph! The two make their Sons of Ars debut speaking with Michael about their experience traveling to the annual SEEK conference in St. Louis, MO. The mission of the podcast continues to be recording the experiences of...
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Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 1/20
(0:00) Deuteronomy 18:1-22; (4:25) Sacrosanctum Concilium nn. 7-8, 106; (8:45) Luke 24:1-12; (10:55) Homily by Fr. John Ignatius from the Servants of Christ Jesus.
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Learn from One Who Serves
Michael and Michael are joined by Mario Enzler. Formerly a Swiss Guard for St. John Paul II, Mario learned first-hand what it means to live a life of holiness.
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A Renewal of Faith
Michael and John are joined by Jose Delgado from the Archdiocese of Denver. Jose shares his story of how he was led to the seminary by his parents finding the charismatic renewal. Support Saint John Vianney Seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Beauty Breaking Through
Michael and John are joined by Riley Helgoe from the august diocese of Helena, Montana. Riley shares his story of coming back to Catholicism and finding his call to the priesthood. Support Saint John Vianney Seminary: archden.org/futurepriests
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Vigil Praise Readings and Homily 10/28
Timestamps: (0:00) Wisdom 1:1-15; (2:42) From a letter to the Corinthians by St Clement; (4:52) John 20:1-18; (8:56) Homily from Archbishop Samuel Aquila.
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Vigil Praise Homily 9/30
Timestamps: (0:00) Philippians 1:1-11, (1:35) A Letter to the Philippians by St Polycarp, (4:25) Mark 16:1-20, (8:09) Homily from Fr. Rocco Porter.
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We Need Living Saints
September 2023 Episode Host, Michael Sparks, spontaneously invites brother seminarian Daniel Carlisi to help host this unprompted episode. They invited a brother of our brother to share his journey from worldliness to hearing God's plan for his life. While he attends a different great seminary…
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A Simple Summer Summary 2023
All the hosts, John Cooney, Michael Salemi, and Michael Sparks, sit down to discuss their latest summer as seminarians. They discuss a variety of topics and lots of travel. A whirlwind of experiences thrown into one episode, so hold onto your hats. The mission of the podcast continues to be...
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Dead Bodies Float Downstream; Keep Growing in Christ
July 2023 Episode Host and editor Michael Salemi in the midst of his summer asignment brings to listeners a summer episode with a special guest who is an Alumni of St. John Vianney and has been a priest for a few years. Fr. Kevin is a priest of the Diocese of Phoenix, he shares his journey out of...
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Go out to All the World
Now at the end of the academic year, Michael and John look back on their time walking the streets of Denver and encountering the homeless with Christ in the City.
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Open your Heart to Receive Grace
April 2023 Episode Hosts John Cooney and Michael Sparks invite Deacon Gabe for his second time on the Sons of Ars. Since last time on the podcast he became a deacon and finally shares his story into the seminary with priestly ordination only a few months away. His wisdom to unvail one's heart is...
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Vigil Praise Homily 4/22
Fr Kevin Penkalski from the Diocese of Phoenix preaches on understanding the paschal joy of Easter.
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Vigil Praise Homily 3/25
Dcn Gabirel Sabado preaches on the love of the Father revealed through the Son and the necessity to remember the truth of His love.
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Be Holy Today!
Hosts Michael Salemi and Michael Sparks invite fellow classmate Brother Andrew Brebeuf from the Servants of Christ Jesus to share his love of Jesus. He shares his experience after his re-conversion of bringing Jesus to others which lead him to deeper trust in God and then to religious life. They...
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We don't talk about literature club
John and Michael come together at the beginning of lent to talk about the literature club John started at the seminary. They discuss the ways that good literature can help form everyone, and how literature points towards the depth of humanity which ultimately relates to the spiritual life…
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Vigil Praise Homily 2/25
Fr. Luke Barder preaches on the importance of knowing God rather than to know about Him.
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Hi Mom!
Michael and John spend time with Mary Machado, mother of former host Jacob Machado. Mary addresses the experience of being a mother of a seminarian.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is a lighthearted podcast where two seminarians sit down to discuss their life in seminary, topics and issues Christians face in the modern world, and the spiritual life. We hope to invite others into this journey that we are on and that countless other men are on across the world. We hope you enjoy! God bless!Find out more about us at www.sjvdenver.eduand follow us on the Saint John Vianney Theological Seminary facebook page.
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