About this episode

Fr. Matthew Hincks discusses the role of guardian angels in relation to sports and spirituality.

Fr. Matthew Hincks is a priest with the Order of Canons Regular of the Holy Cross in the diocese of Steubenville, Ohio and is our guest on this episode. One of the ministries of the Canons Regular is Opus Angelorum or Work of the Angels, which is the topic of our discussion with Fr. Matthew. In particular, Father talks about our guardian angels and sports. In this episode you will find answers to the following questions: · Was Fr. Hincks involved in sports? · Can participation in sports help my spiritual life? · Are there any commonalities between sports and my spiritual life? Is it important to have a plan for both? · What is Opus Angelorum and how did it start? · What is a stigmata and what does it mean when a person receives it? · Is it possible to know and have a relationship with my guardian angel? · What can my guardian angel do for me? · Can I give my guardian angel a name? · In 1 Corinthians 9:23-27, St. Paul compares his ministry to athletics. What games might he be referring to? · How can Opus Angelorum help me learn about my guardian angel? · Is it possible to consecrate myself to my guardian angel? · Why is it important to have a relationship with my guardian angel…

People in this episode

Hosts: Paul Michelini, Randy Laya

Guest: Fr. Matthew Hincks

Topics covered

• guardian angels
• sports
• spiritual life
• Opus Angelorum
• relationship with angels
• Christianity

Keywords

• guardian angel
• Opus Angelorum
• spiritual life
• sports
• relationship with angels
• stigmata
• 1 Corinthians

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Order of Canons Regular of the Holy Cross, Opus Angelorum

Books & works: 1 Corinthians 9:23-27

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