<p>Catholic Star Herald <a href="https://catholicstarherald.org/author/deacon-dean/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">fan-favorite columnist</a> <strong>Deacon Dean Johnson</strong> steps into the co-host chair on this week’s episode of <em>Talking Catholic</em>!</p><p>He’s joined by <strong>Deacons Barry Steele and Doug R. Stetser</strong>, newly ordained this fall, for a thoughtful and hope-filled conversation on Advent.</p><p>“We prepare for Christmas… but what are we doing to prepare for eternity?” Deacon Barry reflects, as the trio dives into what it means to <em>actively wait</em> during this sacred season.</p><p>They also share practical wisdom on slowing down, finding stillness, and reclaiming joy — including one simple challenge: “Try not to schedule things on a Sunday.”</p><p>Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts are found or at <a href="http://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic">talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic</a>. And, catch us on Domestic Church Media Radio Sundays at 11 AM | Mondays at 4 PM: <a href="http://domesticchurchmedia.org">domesticchurchmedia.org</a></p><p>Follow us using our @TalkingCatholic handle on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholic">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholic">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholic">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic">X</a></p>
