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Friends of the Bridegroom

Father Ben Little

59 episodes

1 month ago

Friends of the Bridegroom returns with a preview of a new season that adds new voices while continuing the podcast's mission to deepen friendship with Christ through meaningful conversations and lived experiences. Welcome to the on-ramp for season four, following the transitions of Father Ben to the Saint Paul Seminary and Brenda to IowaMeet Tom McGovern, our volunteer video producer who shares his faith journey and spiritual role modelsSeason four will focus on prayer as a central theme, e...

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Friends of the Bridegroom returns with a preview of a new season that adds new voices while continuing the podcast's mission to deepen friendship with Christ through meaningful conversations and lived experiences. Welcome to the on-ramp for season four, following the transitions of Father Ben to the Saint Paul Seminary and Brenda to IowaMeet Tom McGovern, our volunteer video producer who shares his faith journey and spiritual role modelsSeason four will focus on prayer as a central theme, e...

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Religion & Spirituality

Episodes (20/59)

Friends of the Bridegroom

Season 4 Preview: Prayer, Community, and Living Faith in Daily Life

Friends of the Bridegroom returns with a preview of a new season that adds new voices while continuing the podcast's mission to deepen friendship with Christ through meaningful conversations and lived experiences. Welcome to the on-ramp for season four, following the transitions of Father Ben to the Saint Paul Seminary and Brenda to IowaMeet Tom McGovern, our volunteer video producer who shares his faith journey and spiritual role modelsSeason four will focus on prayer as a central theme, e...

1 month ago

19 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

From Seminary, to Parishes... and Then Back to Seminary

In this episode, Father Ben Little, our pastor, discusses his upcoming transition from Saint John the Baptist Parish to become a spiritual director at Saint Paul Seminary. He explains what spiritual direction involves—helping individuals deepen their prayer life and discern God's will—and how it differs from counseling or therapy. Father Ben shares insights about seminary formation, including the 7- to 9-year journey seminarians undertake, and the crucial role spiritual directors play in guid...

5 months ago

49 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

The Great Unpacking: Stories From Our French Pilgrimage

Join Father Ben Little, our pastor, and Brenda Sevcik, our director of music ministry, as they unpack the parish pilgrimage through some of France's most sacred Catholic sites. From the healing waters of Lourdes and its moving candlelight processions, to the historic papal palace in Avignon, to the spiritual treasures of Paray-le-Monial where the Sacred Heart was revealed to Saint Margaret Mary. Father Ben shares meaningful moments at the shrines of Saint Bernadette, Saint John Vianney, and h...

5 months ago

45 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

In this episode, Brenda Sevcik (director of music ministry) and Adrian Sanchez (director of marketing and communications) reflect on the joy of Easter, the excitement of Pope Leo XIV's election and what it means to truly be friends with Christ. The podcast explores how friendship with Jesus forms the foundation of our parish community and spiritual lives. Through personal stories and insights, Adrian and Brenda discuss how the Eucharist connects us not just to Jesus, but to each other as fell...

6 months ago

26 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Remembering Francis: A Legacy of Joy, Mercy & Mission

In this episode, Father Ben Little, our pastor, and Adrian Sanchez, director of marketing and communications, reflect on the life and legacy of Pope Francis following his passing on Easter Monday. Through their Mount Rushmore "draft", they share personal memories and highlight the most significant contributions from Francis' papacy: from his missionary vision in Evangelii Gaudium and his inspiring leadership during the pandemic to his tender devotion to the forgotten and his deep connec...

6 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Journey to Faith: A Family's Path to Baptism and Friendship with Christ (S3 E14)

In this episode of the Friends of the Bridegroom podcast, Father Ben Little, our pastor, sits down with Spencer and Heidi Frothinger as they share their inspiring journey of faith, family and friendship. This episode was recorded as Spencer was preparing to be baptized and welcomed into full communion with the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil. The Frothingers reflect on their story—from childhood friendship to building a faith-filled family at Saint John the Baptist and beyond. Join us as ...

6 months ago

42 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Preserving the Mission: Advocating for Catholic Education in Minnesota

Join us for the latest episode of the Friends of the Bridegroom Podcast, the podcast of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church and School in Savage, Minnesota. Hosted by Father Ben Little, this episode features a conversation with our school principal, Mary Ziebell, as they discuss the vital mission of Catholic education, the challenges facing non-public schools in Minnesota and the importance of nurturing faith, intellect and virtue in our students. Discover how Saint John’s continues its l...

7 months ago

33 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Pastoral Transition, Silent Lunches, Lent & Trivia

Join in the conversation as Fr. Ben, Pastor of St. John the Baptist, highlights current events happening at the parish and school. Fr. Ben also speaks to a topic on everyone's minds- his upcoming change in assignment. Stay to the end for some trivia revolving around French saints, St. Paul, and the Outdoor Report. If you enjoy the Friends of the Bridegroom podcast, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and a short review telling us what you enjoyed! Blessings to you!

7 months ago

49 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Pilgrims of Hope | Jubilee Year 2025

Grow in your ability to live out the Jubilee Year of Hope in this episode of the Friends of the Bridegroom podcast. Listen as Father Ben Little and Brenda Sevcik sit with a recent Angelus address from Pope Francis and discuss the implications of Pope Francis' question, “Do we recognize that He is the bearer of a proclamation of salvation that no one else can give us?” Be brought up to speed on Current Reality Study of the parish with the assistance of Emmaus Partners. The main take away: it's...

9 months ago

38 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Homily Deep Dive: Baptism of the Lord

In this episode of Friends of the Bridegroom, Adrian Sanchez and Brenda Sevcik delve into various aspects of the Sacrament of Baptism, using a recent homily from Father Ben Little as a launching point. Catch up on current events at St. John the Baptist, as well as a live edition of the fishing report from the Pastor during his time fishing for fish. Timestamps 0:06 - Introduction and current events at St. John the Baptist 5:59 - Baptism of the Lord Homily recordings 14:40 - We are part...

9 months ago

35 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Talking God's Providence with Adrian Sanchez- Season 3: Episode 9

Host Father Ben Little, pastor of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, is joined by Adrian Sanchez, Director of Marketing and Communications. Adrian shares a powerful testimony to the ways the Lord has worked in his life thus far, his discernment and journey in coming to work here at St. John the Baptist, and his love for proclaiming the Gospel through digital creation. The episode concludes with the Outdoors Report, of course! If you enjoy the Friends of the Bridegroom podcast, b...

10 months ago

41 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Immigration- Season 3: Episode 8

Host Father Ben Little, Pastor of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, comments upon an article titled "History confirms that for US bishops, immigration isn't political." The article was written by John Allen and published on the Catholic news site The Crux on December 1st, 2024. Joined by Brenda Sevcik, a round of trivia and an outdoors report close out the episode. Article from the Crux: https://cruxnow.com/news-analysis/2024/12/history-confirms-that-for-us-bishops...

11 months ago

57 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Clutter: Season 3, Episode 7

Host Father Ben Little, Pastor of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, reflects and expounds upon the idea of "clutter." Using a podcast episode by The Mission Guys as a springboard, he invites listeners to think and pray about where God might be inviting us to prune the early fruit of parish life, in order to harvest more abundant fruit. The Mission Guys podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pruning-good-fruit-for-even-more-fruit/id1633016343?i=1000673066795 St. ...

11 months ago

39 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

More Mass Questions: Season 3- Episode 6

Host Father Ben Little, Pastor of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, along with Director of Music Brenda Sevcik, discuss another round of questions about the Mass. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School: https://stjohns-savage.org/ Synod Letter from Archbishop Hebda: https://www.archspm.org/synodletter/ If you enjoy the Friends of the Bridegroom podcast, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and a short review telling us what you enjoyed! Blessings to you!

11 months ago

37 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Season 3: Episode 5- Mass Questions

Host Father Ben Little, Pastor of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, along with Director of Music Brenda Sevcik, discuss questions about the Mass submitted by families involved in Religious Education. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School: https://stjohns-savage.org/ Synod Letter from Archbishop Hebda: https://www.archspm.org/synodletter/ If you enjoy the Friends of the Bridegroom podcast, be sure to leave a 5-star rating and a short review telling us what you e...

1 year ago

53 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Season 3: Bonus Episode - Eucharistic Miracles and Blessed Carlo Acutis

Bonus Episode! Host Father Ben Little, Pastor at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, gave a talk on October 26, 2024 while St. John the Baptist hosted the International Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit. This episode is a recording of that talk. Exhibit website: http://www.miracolieucaristici.org/en/Liste/list.html St. Paul Seminary video: https://youtu.be/M5Sq4M5H7vk?si=erxUgaaMJbXlN5RM St. John the Baptist Catholic Church: https://stjohns-savage.org/ If you...

1 year ago

52 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Season 3: Episode 3- Homily Deep Dive: Spiritual Childhood

Host Father Ben Little, Pastor of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, along with Director of Music Brenda Sevcik, embark on the first "Homily Deep Dive" of the season with Father Ben's homily from the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time as the launching point. They discuss the concept of Spiritual Childhood and Father offers ways to grow in this disposition, as well as examples from the lives of the saints. They episode closes with a bit of trivia, and of course, the fishing report.&nbs...

1 year ago

57 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Friends of the Bridegroom: Special Edition- Election Season

With election season upon us, host Fr. Ben Little and guest Fr. Brian Park discuss the intersection of faith and politics. Together they walk through St. John Paul II's Pastores Dabo Vobis and unpack the Church's teaching on a priest's involvement in the policitcal sphere and it's impact on his ministry. Fr. Brian Park's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/father-brian-parks-podcast/id920271502 Pastores Dabo Vobis: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_exhort...

1 year ago

1 hour 4 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Friends of the Bridegroom: Season 3 Introduction

Host Father Ben Little, Pastor at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, along with Director of Music Brenda Sevcik, introduce season three of the podcast. They share updates from the parish, recent graces, and of course- the fishing report. Links: St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School: https://stjohns-savage.org/ Youtube Video link: https://youtu.be/5CMg7PD9lnk Companions of Christ: http://www.companionsofchrist.org/ Clear Waters Outfitting: https://www.cwout...

1 year ago

16 minutes

Friends of the Bridegroom

Friends of the Bridegroom: Season 2 Wrap Up

Host Father Ben Little, Pastor at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and School, with co-host and Director of Marketing and Communications Sara Schneider, bring the second season to a close. They discuss some highlights of the year, some insight on liturgical living, The Chosen, summertime around the parish, and more! While this season comes to a close, it will give us a chance to brainstorm some great concepts and changes for season 3. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a review! ...

1 year ago

45 minutes