Father Steven Caraher and his Dad give you a candid, inside look into the shared journey of a Catholic priest and his Dad.
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In this episode of Father & Dad, Fr. Steven and Dad discuss another summer spent at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, where Fr. Steven is continuing his studies toward a Licentiate in Sacred Theology (STL) with a specialization in the New Evangelization. Fr. Steven explains what an STL degree is, what the Church means by the “New Evangelization,” and how the Second Vatican Council and the…
Recorded shortly after Fr. Steven celebrated his final Mass at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs, Fr. Steven and Dad take time to reflect on transitions, gratitude, and the many graces of the past two years in Merrillville. Looking back on his time at OLQM, Fr. Steven shares memories of the people he encountered, the lessons he learned, and the blessings he both received and was privileged to give in…
In this episode of Father & Dad, Fr. Steven shares the news of his new assignment as administrator of Holy Spirit in Winfield, St. Helen in Hebron, and St. Mary in Kouts, beginning July 1st. Sitting down with Dad, the conversation unfolds through a series of thoughtful questions that open a window into this important transition in priestly life. Fr. Steven reflects on the prayer and discernment…
In this episode of Father & Dad, Fr. Steven and Dad explore the difference between being a “force of nature” and a “force multiplier” in parish life and leadership. Drawing from Fr. Steven’s recent work with parish leadership coach Ron Huntley, they reflect on the intentional effort underway to build a culture of collaboration, shared responsibility, and mutual support within the parish staff.…
In this episode of Father & Dad , Fr. Steven and Dad reflect on the major announcements heard across the Diocese of Gary regarding the future pastoral planning process and the restructuring of parishes. With many communities facing change, they speak candidly about both the challenges and the opportunities that come with this moment in the life of the Church. Fr. Steven offers firsthand…
In this episode of Father & Dad, Fr. Steven and Dad talk about an important transition at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs as Fr. Ted begins a five-month priestly sabbatical from January through June 2026. Fr. Steven explains what a sabbatical is, why it exists in the Diocese of Gary, and how it serves as a vital opportunity for spiritual renewal that priests are invited into roughly every fifteen years.…
In this warm and reflective Christmas episode of Father & Dad, Fr. Steven and Dad talk about the joy of celebrating Christmas in the parish, especially the gift of seeing so many people gathered for Mass—some who may only come a few times a year. Rather than judgment, they reflect on this moment as a sign of hope and an open door for deeper connection. The conversation turns to an important…
In this uplifting episode of Father & Dad , Fr. Steven shares highlights from his recent trip to the National Catholic Youth Conference, where he accompanied a group of Andrean students along with teens connected to Our Lady Queen of Martyrs. Over three powerful days, thousands of high schoolers gathered to hear inspiring keynote speakers, worship together, and deepen their commitment as disciples…
In this engaging episode of Father & Dad , Fr. Steven and Dad tackle a question many people have wondered about: how do priests go to confession? Do they just confess to themselves? Fr. Steven explains that, just like everyone else, priests confess their sins to another priest and receive God’s mercy through the sacrament. He shares how many priests also have a spiritual director and regular…
In this thought-provoking episode of Father & Dad , Fr. Steven and Dad explore how priests live out their vocation in ways that go far beyond what people typically expect. While celebrating Mass, hearing confessions, and anointing the sick are central, many priests also engage in ministries like pro-life work, public speaking, and other unique forms of service. Each priest, they reflect, brings…