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    A Grand Slam for God
    A Grand Slam for God
    Burke Masters was chasing his dream of playing Major League Baseball, and it seemed within reach after a grand slam sent his team to the College World Series. But the call that changed his life came not from a recruiter, but from God. In this compelling memoir, Fr. Burke - now the chaplain for the Chicago Cubs - shares his journey from athlete to priest, through seasons of doubt, loss, and unexpected grace. His story shows how God’s plan can transform our lives in ways we never imagined. This audiobook is narrated by the author. Learn more about the book here: https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/a-grand-slam-for-god © 2023 by Word on Fire Catholic Ministries. All rights reserved.
    13 sessions
      1Acknowledgements & ForewordThe author, Fr. Burke Masters, shares acknowledgements and the foreword for his book, written by former MLB player, Mike Sweeney.
      A Grand Slam for God9 min
      2PrefaceListen to the peface of A Grand Slam for God, written by former MLB player, Mike Sweeney.
      A Grand Slam for God2 min
      3Chapter 1Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      A Perfect Game Plan26 min
      4Chapter 2Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      Meeting Jesus26 min
      5Chapter 3Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      A Change of Plans35 min
      6Chapter 4Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      Divided Heart32 min
      7Chapter 5Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      The Gift of the Red Bird38 min
      8Chapter 6Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      Father What-a-Waste!26 min
      9Chapter 7Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      A Friend of Jesus21 min
      10Chapter 8Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      Living in the Moment19 min
      11Chapter 9Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      Searching for My Identity38 min
      12Chapter 10Listen to this chapter of A Grand Slam for God by Catholic priest and chaplain for the Chicago Cubs, Fr. Burke Masters.
      A Grand Slam for God31 min
      13OutroThe conclusion of A Grand Slam for God by Fr. Burke Masters.
      A Grand Slam for God1 min