What does it mean to be a dragon with your wealth, your knowledge, or even your time? In this episode of Faithful Fireside, we dig into Catholic social teaching and Bishop Barron’s concept of the Loop of Grace — the idea that the gifts God gives us are meant to flow through us, not be hoarded. We talk about wealth, the 4% rule, the difference between quantity and intent, what makes someone a true dragon, and how breaking the loop of grace isolates you from God and other people. We also touch on the atheist argument that there is no selfless act, why symbolism matters more than people think, and what Red Riding Hood has to do with wolves being reintroduced in Colorado.

Whether you are chasing financial independence, struggling with generosity, or just want to understand what Catholic teaching actually says about wealth and giving, this episo ...