Catholic Education Matters

About Catholic Education Matters

Welcome to Catholic Education Matters the podcast that celebrates the beauty of Catholic education, highlighting excellence in academics, athletics, and the transformative power of faith. Join us as we share the stories of those making a lasting impact on Catholic education.

Publisher

SJP2 Foundation

Category

education · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Dec 2024

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

37 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Beyond Academics: How Catholic Schools Form the Whole Person

   In this episode of Catholic Education Matters, Troy Van Vliet sits down with Darryl Weaver, President of Vancouver College, to discuss his journey into Catholic education and his vision for forming young people academically, spiritually, and personally. Darryl shares how teaching science at a Catholic boarding school in Malawi transformed his career path, his experiences in public and independent education, and what ultimately brought him to Vancouver College. They explore the growing demand for Catholic education, the importance of a strong Catholic identity and moral foundation, the unique benefits of single-gender education, collaboration among Catholic schools, and the need for long-term financial planning and sustainable growth. Darryl also discusses Vancouver College’s major campus expansion, successful capital campaigns, future plans for its music program, and why families are increasingly seeking schools that prioritize character, faith, and helping students become better human beings. If you are interested in our school, make sure to check out our website: 🌐 https://www.sjp2academy.com/ (https://www.sjp2academy.com/)Follow us on social media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sjp2academy/ (https://www.instagram.com/sjp2academy/?igshid=YmJhNjkzNzY%3D)📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sjp2academy (https://www.facebook.com/sjp2academy)🐦 X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/SJPIIAcademy (https://x.com/SJPIIAcademy) (00:00) - Intro (01:07) - Meet Darryl Weaver & The Mission of Catholic Education (04:07) - From Medical School Rejection to Teaching in Malawi (09:15) - The Growing Hunger for Faith Among Young People (12:51) - Why Strong Leadership Shapes Catholic School Culture (15:59) - Darryl’s Journey to Vancouver College (17:30) - The Growing Demand for Catholic Education (21:00) - Single-Gender Education & Building Lifelong Brotherhood (25:57) - The Power of Collaboration & the Edmund Rice Network (31:08) - Building Financially Sustainable Catholic Schools (35:59) - Vancouver College’s Capital Campaign & New Music Hall (38:25) - Why Families Are Choosing Catholic Education (48:00) - The Future of Catholic Education: Faith, Innovation & Growth (55:00) - Tuition, Accessibility & Long-Term Planning (01:03:02) - Making Catholic Education Accessible to More Families (01:07:32) - Leading the Future of Catholic Education (01:16:17) - Final Thoughts on Catholic Education (01:17:02) - Outro

2. 

   5 Oct 2026

   19 Years as an Exorcist: Father Vincent Lampert on Satan, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare

   In this powerful conversation on Catholic Education Matters, Troy Van Vliet speaks with Father Vincent Lampert, a Catholic priest who served as a diocesan exorcist for 19 years, to discuss the reality of Satan, demonic activity, and the Catholic Church’s approach to exorcism. Father Lampert shares firsthand experiences from his ministry, explains how people can become vulnerable to demonic influence, and emphasizes the importance of prayer, the sacraments, and a strong relationship with Christ. He also discusses how the Church carefully distinguishes demonic activity from mental or physical illness, why a person must freely seek help, and the different forms of demonic influence. Perhaps most importantly, Father Lampert explains the devil’s four-stage strategy of deception, division, diversion, and discouragement, while reminding listeners that evil is never greater than God’s mercy and power. The conversation ultimately offers a message of hope, faith, and the importance of keeping Christ at the center of our lives. If you are interested in our school, make sure to check out our website: 🌐 https://www.sjp2academy.com/ (https://www.sjp2academy.com/)Follow us on social media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sjp2academy/ (https://www.instagram.com/sjp2academy/?igshid=YmJhNjkzNzY%3D)📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sjp2academy (https://www.facebook.com/sjp2academy)🐦 X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/SJPIIAcademy (https://x.com/SJPIIAcademy) (00:00) - Intro (02:41) - Is Satan Real? Father Lampert’s Answer (04:01) - How Father Lampert Became an Exorcist (08:31) - How Demonic Influence Begins (13:18) - Chilling Stories From the Ministry of Exorcism (17:28) - How the Church Determines Possession (22:22) - Why Demons Seek to Possess the Human Body (35:48) - The Devil’s Four-Stage Plan: Deception to Discouragement (38:32) - Why Young People Are Returning to the Catholic Church (40:04) - Why We Need God in a Secular World (43:07) - Finding Meaning Through Detachment and Faith (44:30) - The Devil’s Four Ds: Deception, Division, Diversion & Discouragement (48:53) - Why True Happiness Can Only Be Found in God (52:28) - Can Science and Faith Coexist? (55:18) - Why Catholic Education Matters (01:00:33) - Keeping Christ at the Center of Catholic Schools (01:08:20) - Outro

3. 

   22 Jul 2026

   Raising Saints in Today's World: Dylan Drego on Prayer, Parenting, and the Catholic Faith

   This episode of Catholic Education Matters features an inspiring conversation with Dylan Drego, a Catholic educator, speaker, and creator of the Latin Prayer Podcast, as he shares his incredible journey of faith—from growing up in Dubai to discovering a deeper relationship with Christ through Catholic education, mentorship, and the rich traditions of the Church. Dylan reflects on the life-changing impact of prayer, the Rosary, the Latin Mass, and the Eucharist, while offering practical advice on raising children in the faith, overcoming vice through grace and sacrifice, and pursuing holiness in everyday life. Together, Dylan and host Troy Van Vliet discuss what it truly means to become a saint in the modern world, emphasizing that authentic Catholic living begins with prayer, intentional family life, and a wholehearted commitment to Christ. If you are interested in our school, make sure to check out our website: 🌐 https://www.sjp2academy.com/ (https://www.sjp2academy.com/)Follow us on social media: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sjp2academy/ (https://www.instagram.com/sjp2academy/?igshid=YmJhNjkzNzY%3D)📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sjp2academy (https://www.facebook.com/sjp2academy)🐦 X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/SJPIIAcademy (https://x.com/SJPIIAcademy) (00:00) - Intro (02:43) - Dylan’s Journey: India, Dubai, Canada & Finding His Catholic Identity (07:32) - Success, Wealth & Discovering What Really Matters (11:08) - The Purpose of Life: Becoming the Best Version of Yourself (15:55) - “What Would the Saint Version of Me Do?” (18:23) - Why Dylan Started the Latin Prayer Podcast (28:05) - How the Latin Mass Changed His Family’s Faith (33:43) - Teaching Children to Pray the Mass with Intention (41:05) - Can You Experience This at Any Catholic Mass? (45:52) - Overcoming Anger, Addiction & Vice Through Sacrifice (49:23) - Praying with the Saints & the Holy Souls (55:07) - The Rosary, Catholic Education & Rebuilding the Family (01:06:47) - Technology, AI & Forming Young Catholics in the Digital Age (01:26:42) - Final Advice for Parents Raising Children in the Faith (01:30:00) - Outro

Who has been a guest on Catholic Education Matters

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Professor Rolando Islas
• Timothy Schmalz
• Sister John Mary Sullivan FSE
• Sandra Marshall
• Dr Andrew Abela