John Michael Talbot

In this conversation, Bob catches up with his friend John Michael Talbot, a prolific author and musician who lives in a monastery. John Michael shares his journey from being a musician in a band to living a monastic life. He talks about his conversion to Christianity and his exploration of different faith traditions. John Michael also discusses the daily life in the monastery and the importance of community. He encourages listeners to find or create their own communities and to live a life of purpose and intention. Late Have I Loved You is his 59th album Connect with John Michael Talbot and listen to his 59th album, “Late Have I Loved You”: www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com Connect with Bob: @ bobgoff --- Come join Bob and some of his friends for a workshop this fall! Visit bobgoff.com/events to learn more.

Today I sit down with an amazing guest who is world famous and I feel like I have known all my life through his music. John Michael Talbot is a Catholic author, musician, and the founder of Brothers and Sisters of Charity. His new book and album, Late Have I Loved You are magnificent pieces of art. In this conversation, you will not only hear his story but also my story of how he so beautifully held me up with his music during a very difficult time in my life. In this era of doing, doing, doing, his journey is worth hearing because he shares how contemplation with Jesus is the most important thing you could ever do. Help Beth reach her goal of bringing 1 Million Catholics back to the Church: Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a review! Resources mentioned in this episode: John Michael Talbot’s Website John Michael Talbot’s YouTube Channel Little Portion Hermitage and Monastery Delay and Pray Links: Get on the waitlist for the next Delay and Pray™ Group Coaching Experience The Catholic Fasting Coach Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

In this conversation, Bob catches up with his friend John Michael Talbot, a prolific author and musician who lives in a monastery. John Michael shares his journey from being a musician in a band to living a monastic life. He talks about his conversion to Christianity and his exploration of different faith traditions. John Michael also discusses the daily life in the monastery and the importance of community. He encourages listeners to find or create their own communities and to live a life of purpose and intention. Late Have I Loved You is his 59th album Connect with John Michael Talbot and listen to his 59th album, “Late Have I Loved You”: www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com Connect with Bob: @ bobgoff --- Come join Bob and some of his friends for a workshop this fall! Visit bobgoff.com/events to learn more.

John Michael Talbot is a tremendously successful musician and writer; he is also the founder of a monastery—the Brothers and Sisters of Charity at Little Portion Hermitage in Arkansas—where he is Minister General today. He started as a Methodist and a country rock musician in the seventies and the story of his journey is amazing, from the encounter with Jesus he had at seventeen to the intense mystical experiences that he had later in life during an illness that brought him into closer communion with Our Lord. John Michael Talbot’s website . John Michael Talbot’s Wikipedia page . Late Have I Loved You, album on Amazon Music . Late Have I Loved You, book on Amazon.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant noise and distractions of today’s world? In this thought-provoking episode of Seek Go Create, we sit down with the legendary John Michael Talbot to explore the transformative power of solitude and the lost art of deep prayer. Discover how this acclaimed musician and author harmonizes a life of contemplative spirituality with a successful career, defying the conventional patterns of the Christian music industry. Join Host Tim Winders on a soul-stirring journey as we delve into the secrets of living a purposeful, undistracted life focused on seeking the kingdom of God. Tune in to find out how silence and solitude can lead you to true success and creative fulfillment beyond the noise. "In a society saturated with distractions, finding the quiet to deepen prayer becomes revolutionary." - John Michael Talbot Access all show and episode resources HERE About Our Guest: John Michael Talbot is a renowned figure in Christian music, a best-selling author, and the founder of a spiritual community. With a prolific career that spans more than four decades, Talbot has composed 59 albums and is the author of 38 books, ministering to over a million people worldwide. His journey across various philosophies and religions ultimately led him to an encounter with Jesus, which significantly shaped his path. His conversion to Catholicism and subsequent musical shift toward contemplative melodies has distinguished him as a pioneer in the industry. As a dedicated proponent of monasticism, and a recipient of numerous awards and recognitions for his contributions, Talbot's focus remains deeply rooted in spirituality, prioritizing communion with God and the inner workings of the Holy Spirit over worldly success. Through his testimony and work, he continues to inspire many on the importance of prayer, solitude, and the pursuit of a more meaningful, less distracted life. Reasons to Listen: 1. Unlock the Power of Solitude: Discover how embracing solitude and contemplative practices can transform your focus, creativity, and spiritual journey with insights from legendary Christian musician John Michael Talbot. 2. Redefining Success: Learn a profound and alternative definition of success that goes beyond material achievements and accolades, finding fulfillment in doing God's will as John Michael Talbot shares his personal and spiritual transformations. 3. Wisdom from a Musical Pioneer: Benefit from the wisdom and experiences of a pioneer in Christian music with 59 albums and 38 books, as John Michael Talbot discusses the intersection of monastic life, creative work, and deep prayer. Episode Resources & Action Steps: Resources Mentioned: 1. John Michael Talbot's Website : Provides information about his ministry, his music, his books, the monastery, and the bakery he mentioned. It's also a place where you can find his spiritual school and other resources to support their community. 2. John Michael Talbot's Autobiography - Late Have I Loved You : An updated version of Talbot’s life story, it offers a deeper look into his personal experiences, encounters with spirituality, and his conversion to Christianity. Action Steps: 1. Assess Personal Media Consumption: Following John Michael Talbot's concerns about distractions, a listener could analyze and possibly reduce their own engagement with distracting media. This can include limiting time spent on smartphones, social media, and television to enhance focus and contemplation. 2. Explore Solitude and Contemplative Practices: Inspi

John Michael Talbot joins the Uncharted Catholic Man for a wonderful discussion of faith, music, and community. * John Michael Talbot discusses his new book and music, and the amazing story behind them * Monasticism and community have much to offer the Church * why is the Traditional Latin Mass growing in popularity * discussing celibacy and chasity for members of religious monastic communities * considering a monastic vocation? Come visit Little Portion Hermitage. John Michael Talbot is a multi-platinum selling, Grammy / Dove award winning Contemporary Catholic / Christian Music pioneer. His music has been the soundtrack to the faith journey of millions of believers throughout the world! Late Have I Loved You is his 59th album and will be released February 14, 2024! A Best-Selling (and prolific) author, John Michael’s 37th book, "The Lord's Supper: A Eucharistic Revival" was published in 2023. His 38th publication, and first ever autobiography, "Late Have I Loved You" will be published February 14, 2024! In 2019 John Michael established his "Inner Room of Spirituality" - an online teaching community designed to lead you into a deeper relationship with Christ and His Church through the wisdom of Scripture, Monasticism, Community Living and the teachings of the Church Fathers. John Michael lives and leads the monastic life, which overflows into his very active ministry from Little Portion Hermitage in Arkansas, where he is the Founder and General Minister of the Catholic based community The Brothers and Sisters of Charity. Official Website: www. JohnMichaelTalbot.com Label: Troubadour for the Lord Publishing The Uncharted Catholic Man is a podcast hosted by two Catholic men, husbands, and fathers. Craig and Jonah describe and discuss their own personal experiences, observations, questions, concerns, and struggles to understand and live out the Catholic Church’s moral teachings with respect to marriage and sexuality. We believe in strengthening marriages and families through communication, mercy, and understanding. We attempt to be faithful to the Church’s teaching, and offer guidance and support to Catholic couples trying to faithfully and fully live out their marriages. If you’d like to reach us, please use our LinkTree https://linktr.ee/unchartedcatholicman or just send us an email unchartedcatholicman@gmail.com #catholicpodcast #unchartedcatholicman #nfp #naturalfamilyplanning #marriage #catholicmarriage #abstinence #theologyofthebody #catechism #catholiccatechism #humanaevitae #contraception #chastity #faithfullness #catholic #catechism #magisterium #pope #humanaevitae #humanlife #confession #mercy #intimacy

Embark on a soul-stirring journey with our latest guest, the renowned musician and spiritual guide John Michael Talbot. His life's symphony has woven notes from secular stardom to the peaceful refrains of monastic life, and now he's here to share the melodies of his wisdom. As the founder of a Catholic monastic community, John Michael discusses the art of harmonizing our God-given talents with the divine purpose, providing a narrative that resonates with anyone seeking to infuse their daily pursuit of excellence with deeper meaning. His transformation from a rock band member to a herald of faith is not just inspiring; it's a call to all of us to listen closely to the rhythm of our own lives. We broach the delicate subject of success, both spiritual and worldly, and how one remains grounded when their work attains success. John Michael reflects on personal revelations and the grace of growth, underscoring the importance of creating not for acclaim but for the glory of God. His ongoing mission serves as an open invitation for us to consider how our own passions and talents could be channeled into a life of service. Tune in and allow the words and wisdom of John Michael Talbot to inspire your quest for a life lived in harmony with a higher calling. Links mentioned by John Michael Talbot: - Learn more: https://johnmichaeltalbot.com/ - Little Portion Hermitage and Monastery: https://littleportion.org/ - Little Portion Bakery: https://littleportionbakery.org/ Thanks for listening!

Welcome back! Sorry for the wait for John Michael Talbot Part 2! He spoke about his Journey from RockStar to Monk on part one. He shares his thoughts about the world, Western Christianity and more on this episode. How important is it to confess your sins? In his community, they also confess their thoughts and temptations. What is a prayer that he says and recommends others say? The Jesus Prayer - "Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy of on me." What is a tool that we can use to help us forgive others? What is the control tower for the soul? What are the 8 thoughts (vices/passions) that are the precursors to the 7 Cardinal Sins? And what can we do about these thoughts? He challenges us to love our wives and our families. Check out John Michael Talbot's website HERE Join our FREE Facebook Group The Journey of a Christian Dad HERE Please Rate and Review this podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Amazon Podcasts. This will help other dads find this podcast and become better leaders of their family! Check out the Funniest Dad Joke Kid Book Ever, Nate Saves the World HERE ***What's your plan to talk to your children about Sex? Are you equipped? Do you have the confidence to talk to your kids about this topic? Can you empower your kids with wholesome Christian thinking? If you'd like some help, check out The Sex Talk HERE . This is a great course that will equip you! Use Discount Code: THEJOURNEY10 to receive 10% off.***

Multi-platinum selling Grammy/Dove award winning Contemporary Christian Music pioneer John Michael Talbot joins us today. He was a country rock pioneer with his band Mason Proffit that was on track to be a Supergroup when their hit song was banned from radio stations. Mason Proffit opened up for the Eagles and Aerosmith. We talk about his childhood growing up playing baseball, getting into to music, drugs, sex and rock n' roll. And we talk about how he was born again and his part in the Jesus Revolution. He studied many different religions including Buddhism, Muslim, and mystical ones. We talk about why he chose Christianity and how he became a monk. -What seperates Jesus from other religious leaders from other religions? -What does it mean to be contemplative? -What is a big problem when Christians form communities? -What does the daily life look like in a monaestic community? -What did John Michael learn from Dorotheus of Gaza that made a huge difference in his life and his community? Part 2 dives deep into the anti-dotes for the Cardinal Sins, a near death experience and how to control your thoughts and pray without ceasing. Thank you for sharing The Journey of a Christian Podcast with dads you care about! Check out John Michael Talbot's website HERE Join our Free Facebook Group The Journey of a Christian Dad HERE Please rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Amazon Podcasts. This will help other dads find the podcast and become better leaders of their family! Support my wife and check out the Funniest Dad Joke Kid's Book Ever, Nate Saves the World HERE ***What's your plan to talk to your children about Sex? Are you equipped? Do you have confidence to talk to your kids about this topic? Can you empower your kids with wholesome Christian thinking? If you'd like some help, check out The Sex Talk . This is a great course that will help you. Use Discount Code: THEJOURNEY10 to receive 10% off.****

John Michael Talbot joins us for an engaging conversation about his life, his conversion, and his thoughts on Christian community and how lacking the American church is in contemplative prayer and the contemplative life. Joseph read his latest book, an autobiography, and recommends it to all of our listeners! If you haven't heard John Michael Talbot's work before, Joseph recommends doing what he did-- read the book, and every time John Michael Talbot mentions a song, take a pause and find it and listen to it. Links to all the work that John Michael Talbot is up to can be found below! www. JohnMichaelTalbot.com https://www.inner-room-school.org/ https://troubadourforthelord.net/store/ols/products/late-have-i-loved-you-book https://troubadourforthelord.net/store/ols/products/late-have-i-loved-you-cd https://littleportionbakery.org/ As always, support our work by going here ! join the monthly marriage membership here ! join our email newsletter list here ! catch our other podcast, Love Your Marriage, by clicking here: https://ouroutpost.org/podcasts/ see what we have upcoming in terms of events here: https://ouroutpost.org/events/ send us an email at hello@ouroutpost.org If you're a Catholic husband, you can get a free course on "Happy Wife, Happy Life"-- discover the truths and the lies behind the sentiment, and learn a little more about leadership in the home! https://ouroutpost.kit.com/happywifehappylife and please rate, review, and share!