April 28 - Prepare for a Happy Death w/ Fr. Patrick Smith

About this episode

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith discuss how Catholics can prepare for a happy death through prayer and embracing suffering.

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Patrick Smith, Pastor of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Washington DC , shares stories of peaceful and happy deaths of faithful Catholics, including Fr. Pat’s mom. Today’s hosts share insights on how Catholics should prepare for death: ask for prayer, let yourself be taken care of, embrace the ministry of suffering, and more.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Tom Curran

Guest: Fr. Patrick Smith

Topics covered

• death preparation
• Catholic faith
• spirituality
• suffering
• prayer

Keywords

• happy death
• Catholic preparation
• Fr. Patrick Smith
• spiritual insights
• peaceful death

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: St. Augustine Catholic Church

Places: Washington DC

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