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May 2023
30m 11s

I'm Taking "The Beer Option" with Dr. Ja...

Chris Stefanick | Real Life Catholic
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What does alcohol have to do with the spiritual life? How are Catholics called to enjoy alcohol? Is there a right way to do it?

Sit down with Chris Stefanick and Dr. Jared Staudt as they discuss these questions and more on the Chris Stefanick Show.

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