Episodes 57
Avg. Duration 1h
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (21)
Since Feb 2021
Latest Episode May 2026

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About This Podcast

Welcome to Men of the Hearts, a monthly podcast from the Archdiocese of Detroit Office of Priestly Vocations. Join your hosts, Fr. Craig Giera and Fr. Drew Mabee, as they explore the priesthood, hear vocation stories from priests all over the Archdiocese, and answer questions about discerning a priestly vocation. Tune in every month to wherever you get your podcast and learn more at detroitpriestlyvocations.com.

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Recent Episodes

Bishop Jeffrey Monforton

May 14, 2026 1h 3m

Fr. Craig and Fr. Drew welcome Bishop Jeffrey Monforton, auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Detroit, to the podcast studio. On this episode of Men of the Hearts, Bishop Monforton shares stories…

Fr. Jim Lowe, CC

Apr 08, 2026 1h 3m

"I have to really take this to the Lord. Make a decision. I can't be on the fence anymore." Fr. Craig and Dr. Drew welcome Fr. Jim Lowe, CC, to the podcast studio. On this latest episode of Men of…

Fr. Joe Barron, PES

Mar 09, 2026 54m

“In adoration, I could hear the Lord saying, ‘You’re giving me a little bit. I appreciate that. What if you give me everything?’” Fr. Joe Barron, PES, who currently serves at St. Isaac Jogues in St.…

Fr. Marco Kiyan, PES

Feb 09, 2026 56m

"Just continue praying, God will approach. He wants you to know him, so continue praying and continue opening your heart." Fr. Craig and Fr. Drew welcome Fr. Marco Kiyan, PES, parish priest at Corpus…

Fr. Derik Peterman

Jan 12, 2026 59m

"I think the greatest thing about being a priest is seeing God work in people's lives." Fr. Craig Giera welcomes Fr. Derik Peterman, pastor of St. Anne Parish, to share his vocation story. Fr.…

Fr. Paul Graney

Dec 09, 2025 1h 3m

“We should not be discerning our vocations just by ourselves. We need the help of other people who love us and have the best in mind for us.” Fr. Paul Graney joins Fr. Craig Giera and Fr. Drew Mabee…

Fr. Rich Dorsch

Oct 31, 2025 1h

The Lord said, “Fine. You keep on shutting the door. I'm just going to take the hinges off the door and take the door away.” Fr. Rich Dorsch joins Fr. Craig Giera to share his vocation story, with…

Fr. Bryan Shackett

Oct 03, 2025 59m

“It's in the midst of all the struggle that the Lord really draws us ever closer to His Most Sacred Heart.” Fr. Bryan Shackett joins Fr. Craig Giera and Fr. Drew Mabee to share his vocation story.…

Fr. Patrick Bruen

Sep 03, 2025 1h

“Just be open to the Lord’s will.” Fr. Patrick Bruen joins Fr. Craig and Fr. Drew to share his second vocation story. Following a 40-plus-year marriage, the death of his wife, repeated encounters…

Fr. Colin Fricke

Jul 30, 2025 1h 3m

“Don't be afraid of your heart—God's working there.” Fr. Colin Fricke joins Men of the Hearts podcast hosts Fr. Craig Giera and Fr. Drew Mabee to share how he discerned his call to the priesthood…

Fr. Mark Livingston

Jul 07, 2025 1h

“Stop trying to figure it all out and trust… Just take that courageous step to not be afraid and see what’s on the other side of your yes.” Fr. Mark Livingston joins Men of the Hearts podcast hosts…

Archbishop Weisenburger

May 14, 2025 1h 1m

“If I had a thousand lives to live, I’d want to live every one of them as a priest.” Detroit's new Archbishop Edward Weisenburger visits the podcast studio to share his vocation story with Fr. Craig…

Fr. Jaime Hinojos

May 07, 2025 1h

“This call is unique, and beautiful, and special, and adventurous, and amazing for anyone who wants to take it on.” Fr. Jaime Hinojos visits the podcast studio to share his vocation story with Fr.…

Fr. David Kidd

Apr 15, 2025 59m

"If it's a true call from God to become a priest, you're not gonna be able to shake it. He's gonna keep coming for you." Fr. David Kidd, Director of Diocesan Priestly Vocations for the Diocese of…

Fr. Pieter vanRooyen

Mar 19, 2025 1h 6m

“The priesthood is beautiful. Keep thinking about it. Keep praying about it. It’s worth it.” Fr. Pieter vanRooyen, pastor at St. Joseph Parish in Ypsilanti and an assistant professor of theology at…

Fr. Mario Amore

Feb 20, 2025 59m

“Take the next step, whatever that might be.” Fr. Mario Amore joins Men of the Hearts hosts Fr. Craig Giera and Fr. Drew Mabee to talk about his journey to the priesthood. His path was full of twists…

Fr. Pierre Konja

Jan 02, 2025 54m

“Recognize that the Apostles were just fishermen. They were just tax collectors. They were sinners. They were imperfect, normal dudes like you.” Fr. Pierre Konja joins Men of the Hearts hosts Fr.…

Fr. Jim Kean

Sep 30, 2024 58m

“Discernment will always produce a great bouquet of God's glory.” Fr. Jim Kean joins Men of the Hearts hosts Fr. Craig and Fr. Drew to talk about his “cradle Catholic” childhood, serving alongside…

Fr. Clint McDonell

Aug 30, 2024 1h 1m

“Whatever my own plans for myself are, [they] are nothing compared to His plan for me.” Fr. Clint McDonell joins Men of the Hearts hosts Fr. Craig and Fr. Drew to talk about the people who influenced…

Fr. Brian Cokonougher

Aug 05, 2024 1h 2m

“We can bring everything to Him.” Fr. Brian Cokonougher joins Men of the Hearts hosts Fr. Craig and Fr. Drew to talk about surrendering to Jesus, discerning his vocation, and serving as a spiritual…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Men of the Hearts have?

Men of the Hearts has published 57 episodes since February 2021, covering topics in Christianity, Philosophy.

Is Men of the Hearts still active?

Men of the Hearts is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h.

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