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Mountains Made Low
Looking for inspiration? Tune in each week to Mountains Made Low with hosts Dennis Mueller and Christine Regan, as they dive deep into the heart of faith. With real talk, practical wisdom, and a whole lot of grace, they help listeners discover God’s love and live boldly as the saints they’re called to be. Whether you're driving to work or winding down at night, this is the podcast that tells you the truth, meets you where you are—and lifts you higher.
Episodes
Mountains Made LowDying Unto Self
Jesus calls us to die unto self and take up our cross and follow Him, but what does that really mean? Join Dennis and Christine as they unpack the call to die…
Mountains Made LowThe Death Penalty
Christine and Dennis explore what the Catholic Church teaches about the death penalty. Drawing on the Catechism, Scripture, and Church teaching, they consider…
Mountains Made LowWords to Live By
Over the years, Christine has kept a small book with her and written down little bits of wisdom from various homilies, lectures, and even some unexpected…
Mountains Made LowSeven Sorrows of Mary
Join Dennis and Christine as they explore the powerful and yet often overlooked devotion and prayer dedicated to the seven sorrows experienced by our Blessed…
Mountains Made LowDivine Simplicity
What does it mean to say that God is divinely simple? And what does the mystery of the Trinity have to do with the way we live and love? In this episode of…
Mountains Made LowBlessed Fulton Sheen
Archbishop Sheen was a gifted preacher, teacher, and author who brought the Gospel into millions of homes through radio and television. Beneath his remarkable…
Mountains Made LowQuestions from Jenny
This week, Dennis and Christine are joined by Jenny O'Neill, the Associate Director for the Office for Ministry with Youth in the Archdiocese of Phila. For…
Mountains Made LowMore Coffee Talk
In this Coffee Talk episode, Christine and Dennis discuss the idea of denominations in relation to the Catholic Church, questions on praying the Rosary, why…
Mountains Made LowThe Parish Survival Guide
Parish life has it quirks and sometimes those moments test us. Wouldn’t it be nice if someone gave you an instruction manual?? Well, this week, Dennis and…
Mountains Made LowA Theology of Vacation
Inspired by her trip to the Great Smokey Mountains, this week Christine and Dennis are talking about the role of vacations and leisure in the spritual life.
Mountains Made LowThe Word that Moves Mountains
In this episode, we each share some of our favorite Scripture passages and reflect on how these verses connect to mission of the podcast. Join us for a…
Mountains Made LowBranches of Christianity Pt. 2
Our exploration of the 3 major branches of Christianity continues! Last week, we talked about the historical developments that led to the divisions that exist…
Mountains Made LowBranches of Christianity Pt. 1
Christian is Christian, right? Well, for the next two weeks, Dennis and Christine talk about the three major branches of Christianity (Catholicism, Orthodoxy…
Mountains Made LowThe Truth on Lying
In an episode that nearly ended the podcast, and destroyed their friendship, Dennis and Christine debate the definition of lying and whether there are…
Mountains Made LowAnger
This week, Dennis and Christine discuss the morality of anger as an emotional passion and as a sin. *Listener Advisory: This episode is intended for adult…
Mountains Made LowCoffee Talk #9
Dennis & Christine discuss whether it's every okay to lie, Pope Leo's visit with the new Archbishop of Canterbury, how to improve one's relationship with God…
Mountains Made LowWomen's Ordination
In this episode, Mountains Made Low explores one of the most discussed and often misunderstood topics in modern Church life—the question of women’s ordination…
Mountains Made LowDid Jesus Ever Have a Bad Day?
Dennis and Christine take listeners into one of the most intimate and often overlooked questions in Christology: Did Jesus ever have a bad day? Did He lose His…
Mountains Made LowModesty
This week, Dennis and Christine discuss the virtue of modesty and how it's not simply about what one wears, but other important virtues that lead to holiness.
Mountains Made LowSocial Division
In a world quick to judge and slow to forgive, this episode explores how justice, mercy, and forgiveness are not competing forces but three movements of God’s…
Mountains Made LowThe Twelve: Peter, Andrew, James & John
This week, Dennis and Christine offer the first installment of their new series, The Twelve. Listen and join in the conversation as they explore the lives…
Mountains Made LowRemaining Human
In a world increasingly shaped by algorithms, automation, and artificial intelligence, what does it mean to remain profoundly human? In this episode, Dennis…
Mountains Made LowWhat Is Truth?
In a world of shifting opinions and endless noise, what does it mean to seek truth? In this episode, we explore the Catholic understanding of truth — not as a…
Mountains Made LowHoliness in the Digital Age
In an age of constant notifications, endless scrolling, and carefully curated online identities, what does it mean to pursue holiness? How can we hear the…
Mountains Made LowLessons From Leo
This week, Dennis and Christine talk about four lessons of Pope Leo XIV from the first year of his papacy: Role of the Laity, Peace, Unity, and Care for the…
Mountains Made LowAnother Coffee Talk
This week, Christine and a rather agitated Dennis return to the coffee talk format you love! Up for discussion: Should Catholic Churches have coffee shops? Who…
Mountains Made LowDivine Mercy
In this episode of Mountains Made Low, we explore the heart of Divine Mercy — the boundless love of Christ revealed through His compassion for sinners and His…
Mountains Made LowDivine Mercy Chaplet
Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet with Mountains Made Low Hosts, Christine and Dennis. A copy of the text used can be found here.
Mountains Made LowSpace: The Final Frontier
In this episode, we reflect on the historic Artemis II mission, humanity’s return to the Moon, and what it reveals about the grandeur of creation. The vastness…
Mountains Made LowSpiritual Fatherhood
Every man is called to reflect the Fatherhood of God. And in a world confused about masculinity, leadership, and holiness, this truth must be reclaimed. Your…
Mountains Made LowSabbath Serenity - Keeping Holy the Lord's Day
In a world that never slows down, this episode invites listeners to rediscover the sacred rhythm of rest. Listen as we explore the meaning and beauty of the…
Mountains Made LowI Call You Friends
In a culture marked by isolation and loneliness, the Christian life was never meant to be lived alone. In this episode, we explore the beauty and necessity of…
Mountains Made LowDying With "Dignity?"
Our modern culture often speaks of “dying with dignity,” framing euthanasia as an act of compassion or control. But the Catholic Church offers a radically…
Mountains Made LowDiscerning God's Voice
In this episode, we explore the spiritual practice of discernment—what it truly means and what it doesn’t. Discernment isn’t just about making good choices or…
Mountains Made LowMore Hard Sayings of Jesus
In this week's episode, Dennis and Christine examine more challenging teachings of Jesus and interpret them in light of the first century culture in which they…
Mountains Made LowElizabeth Ann Seton
Join Christine and Dennis as they delve into the life of the first American saint and her role in establishing Catholic education in the United States.
Mountains Made LowGrace Is Like a Sail
In this episode Christine and Dennis delve into one of the most profound mysteries of our faith: grace. What is it? How does it work? Why is it necessary? And…
Mountains Made LowCatholic/Protestant Reddit
In their first remotely recorded episode (and you'll definitely be able to tell!) Dennis and Christine once again dug into the Catholic subreddits and answer…
Mountains Made LowJourney Through Lent
Lent is often seen as a time of sacrifice, a time when we give up coffee and chocolate and try to do extra good deeds, but it’s so much more. At its core, it’s…
Mountains Made LowForgotten Sins
In this episode, Dennis and Christine explore five forgotten sins that many of us often engage in completely oblivious to their grave and sinful nature. (It…
Mountains Made Low100th Episode: God Moves Mountains
For their 100th episode, Christine and Dennis delve into Isaiah 40, the Scriptural inspiration for this podcast, and help listeners understand how God not only…
Mountains Made LowNavigating Social Media
The internet and social media shape how we think, speak, and relate—but how should a Catholic evangelize in the digital world? In this episode, we turn to the…
Mountains Made LowThe Prodigal Son
Dennis and Christine dive into the most famous of Jesus’ parables: The Prodigal Son. This story is one everyone claims they know, but much of it’s details are…
Mountains Made LowIn Vitro Fertilization
In vitro fertilization destroys countless lives. With compassion for couples struggling with infertility, this episode brings to light the immorality of the…
Mountains Made LowSaying Yes To God
In a world that encourages control and certainty, Mary shows us a different way: trustful cooperation with God. In this episode, we address the FOMO (fear of…
Mountains Made LowThe Christmas Story
This week on Mountains Made Low, we’re unwrapping the biblical story of Christmas in a way you’ve never heard before—through a fun, trivia format, that'll put…
Mountains Made LowFollow Your Conscience
In this episode, we dive into the Catholic understanding of conscience—what it is, what it is not, and why it matters so much for the moral life. Conscience is…
Mountains Made LowThe Restless Heart of St. Augustine
In this episode, we explore the deeply human journey of St. Augustine of Hippo—from his youthful search for pleasure and meaning, to his powerful conversion…
Mountains Made LowCatholic Coffee Talk
Join Dennis and Christine as they answer questions on things like purgatory, limbo, watching Mass on TV, and more in this episode of Coffee Talk - real…
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The Dark Night of the Soul
In this episode, Dennis and Christine examine St. John of the Cross' theology of the Dark Night of the Soul and how God uses such an experience to purify our…
Mountains Made LowThe Armor of God
In this episode, we journey into St. Paul’s powerful exhortation in Ephesians 6:10–18, where he calls believers to “put on the whole armor of God.” We’ll…
Mountains Made LowGratitude
Discover the transformative power of gratitude! In this episode, we explore how cultivating a thankful heart not only deepen our relationship with God, but…
Mountains Made LowThe Hard Sayings of Jesus
The Bible is a love story between God and his people. So what about when the words of Jesus seem unloving, bewildering, or just plain harsh. Is that love, too?…
Mountains Made LowThe Reddit Episode
Christine and Dennis delve into questions posed by users of Catholic subreddits on the social discussion site, Reddit. Judgement Day, Contraception…
Mountains Made LowI Got The Joy Down In My Heart
Are you living an abundant life? Are you deliberate and do you savor the time you spend with Jesus at Mass on Sunday? This week, we're talking about the true…
Mountains Made LowMale and Female He Created Them
In what ends up being the first episode in an unending series on masculinity and femininity, Dennis and Christine talk about what it means to be male and…
Mountains Made LowGotta Have Faith
In this soul-stirring episode, we explore the profound role of faith in the Catholic tradition—not as blind belief, but as a living, breathing relationship…
Mountains Made LowThe Pope’s Humanity
As Christine fearlessly battles through the common cold, she and Dennis talk about the humanity of the pope, why it's a gift to have a Holy Father to lead the…
Mountains Made LowThe Problem of Evangelization
In this episode, we explore the heart of Catholic evangelization—and the major problem we have with evangelization as a Church.
Mountains Made LowStar Wars Theology
In this episode, we boldly go...wait--wrong franchise! We’re diving into a galaxy far, far away—and bringing our Catholic faith with us. We’re nerding out on…