Courage2Thrive

Courage2Thrive

“When wrestling with depression and anxiety, getting out of bed is a courageous move,” shares Rev. Dr. Bob Flanagan in the first of his two books in the Courage to Thrive series. “When panic attacks and suicidal thoughts strike, finding victories in the small things of life and reframing feelings can help a person flourish even in the midst of mental health struggles.” He knows all about that. “I have spent two decades combating mental illness head-on,” Father Bob says.

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October 2, 2026 • 61 mins
October 2026: Welcome to this month’s episode of Father Bob’s Courage2Thrive show! Father Bob talks with Rev. Dr. Chantal McKinney about her work and her new book, Following Jesus Beyond Church Walls: A Catalyst for Your Spiritual Growth About our guest: Rev. Dr. Chantal McKinney is an author, a mystic Christian and visionary, a faith-based entrepreneur, a nationwide speaker, coach, and consultant for a wide diversity o...
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September 2026: Welcome to Ep11 of Father Bob’s Courage2Thrive show! Salt of the Earth — Father Bob talks with Kirby Peters, who runs Maple Bank Farm in Roxbury, CT, about the art of running a 300 year-old farm, and the future of family farming About our guest: Since 1730, Maple Bank Farm has provided quality fresh products while providing a destination that exemplifies what a farm stand can mean to a small town. Cared ...
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August 2026: Welcome to Ep10 of Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan’s Courage2Thrive show! Father Bob talks with our guest, Andrew Cregan, about: The power of being a lifelong friend About Andrew: A financial advisor with 30 years of experience, Andrew and his wife, Kathy, have raised 5 kids. “Our home in Williamsburg is big enough to have them visit at any time,” shares Andrew, who is an avid golfer, who loves to kayak and ...
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July 2026: Welcome to Ep9 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Bringing the Old Testament to Life Today: Father Bob talks with Daniel about his debut novel, “In the Wake of Golgotha,” a bold, ambitious work of literary fiction that grapples with perhaps the oldest and most painful story in Western civilization: the betrayal on Calvary Hill. About our guest: Daniel Grace is a London-born, Ca...
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June 2026: Welcome to Ep8 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Opening up to life’s greatest kindnesses and unlimited possibilities Bob asks Kip:  We’ve known each other since our high school years. Let’s start with a background question. You’re a mom with two adult children. When so many people our age are thinking of retirement and slowing down. What made you decide to do...
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May 2026: Welcome to Ep7 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Taking a deep dive into Suicide Prevention Father Bob asks Christine about her background, path to running this foundation, and her advice for families and those struggling with thoughts of suicide About our guest: Dr. Christine Yu Moutier (pronounced You Moo-tee-ay) knows the impact of suicide firsthand. While in medical training and in her...
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This month’s topic: Tackling Sexual Trafficking About our guest: Lauren Breeden serves as Director of Formation and Families and is part of The Falls Church Episcopal’s senior leadership team. She is known for innovative formation, curriculum writing, and developing holistic programs that equip people of all ages to engage deeply in the exploration of faith. Before entering church leadership, Lauren spent twelve years c...
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March 2026: Welcome to Ep5 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Hebrew Bible Studies Father Bob talks with Dr. Stephen L. Cook about his many books, his work as a Professor of Hebrew Bible at Virginia Theological Seminary — and the state of the world Bob asks Stephen:  Describe your spiritual journey. How did you go from a Connecticut kid to a biblical scholar at a prominent US seminary? You...
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February 2026: Welcome to Ep4 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! This month’s topic: A Day in the Life of the Canterbury Cathedral Father Bob and David will discuss:  Would you describe your spiritual journey? (From Northern Ireland to Canterbury Cathedral) What part of your journey required you to act with courage? What is your work like as Dean of Canterbury Cathedral? Describe a day in the life of the Dean ...
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January 2026: Welcome to Ep3 of Father Bob Flanagan’s Courage to Thrive show! This month’s topic: Defense Against the Dark Arts Live from the Seminary: On the final day of his fall 2025 semester class at the Virginia Theological Seminary, Father Bob interviews Episcopal priest and psychotherapist, Dr. Charles Mayer, on the topic students have been studying all semester — exorcism. Father Bob and Charles will discu...
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