Welcome to Men of the Hearts, a monthly podcast from the Archdiocese of Detroit Office of Priestly Vocations. Join your hosts, Fr. Craig Giera and Fr. Drew Mabee, as they explore the priesthood, hear vocation stories from priests all over the Archdiocese, and answer questions about discerning a priestly vocation. Tune in every month to wherever you get your podcast and learn more at detroitpriestlyvocations.com.
"Our vocation journeys are all different, but we're still focused on the same person: on Jesus."
Fr. Craig and Fr. Drew welcome Bishop Jeffrey Monforton, auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Detroit, to the podcast studio. On this episode of Men of the Hearts, Bishop Monforton shares stories from his priesthood and episcopal ministry, including visits to Ukraine, Iraq, and other parts of the world. He reflects on growing up in a faithful Catholic family in Westland, the influence of priests in his life, and the discernment that led him to the seminary.
8 Apr 2026
Fr. Jim Lowe, CC
"I have to really take this to the Lord. Make a decision. I can't be on the fence anymore."
Fr. Craig and Dr. Drew welcome Fr. Jim Lowe, CC, to the podcast studio. On this latest episode of Men of the Hearts, Fr. Lowe shares his vocation story, about the Companions of the Cross, the religious community he's a member of, and about ministering in the Archdiocese of Detroit.
9 Mar 2026
Fr. Joe Barron, PES
“In adoration, I could hear the Lord saying, ‘You’re giving me a little bit. I appreciate that. What if you give me everything?’”
Fr. Joe Barron, PES, who currently serves at St. Isaac Jogues in St. Clair Shores, joins the Men of the Heart podcast to share his vocation story. Raised in a large family in Minnesota, Fr. Barron studied biochemistry at the University of St. Thomas, where daily prayer, confession, and authentic Catholic brotherhood drew him closer to his faith. He eventually entered the Pro Ecclesia Sancta religious order, discerning from within the community before beginning formation in Peru and fully entrusting his life to Christ and the Church.
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