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Join us as we explore topics that invite us to live deeper our Catholic, Christian faith. Hosts Janet Jones (Director of Faith Formation) and Bridgett Passauer (Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation, Evangelization, and Community Life), from Church of the Ascension in Virginia Beach, have incredible conversations over coffee. We invite you to grab a mug of your favorite brew and share in their stories, laughs, and connection with Jesus and each other.
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JTB Chapter 2: It's All About the Bridegroom
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Have you ever thought of the Last Supper as Jesus' wedding banquet? Listen in as Bridgett and Janet discuss John the Baptist, Jesus' role at the Wedding at Cana, and the Last Supper as they discover Chapter 2 of Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre…
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Bridgett and Janet introduce the book Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Every Told by Brant Pitre and the covenant relationship God has with us. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Catechism – definition of covenant Song of Songs Baby Steps: Consider your image of God from the Old Testament.…
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Have you attended an Easter Vigil Mass? Walk with Janet and Bridgett through the symbolism of "the mother of all holy vigils" (St Augustine) and the joy and celebration of Easter. Resources: Hallow Easter Vigil Guide Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Easter Vigil Readings Easter Sunday Readings Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Stor…
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The journey we take with Jesus during Holy Week leads us to the pinnacle moment of our Catholic faith. Janet and Bridgett walk with us through the scriptures from Jesus' jubilant (but humble) entrance in Jerusalem to his death on the cross. Resources: Catechism of the Catholic Church #1168 Triduum The Significance of Holy Thursday Ignatius Catholic…
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Fifth Sunday of Lent: A Grain of Wheat Must Die
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Our Catholic faith teaches us to deny ourselves - a counter-cultural idea for our modern world. Janet & Bridgett discuss how the concept of dying to self can lead to spiritual fulfillment and make space for all that God has in store for our lives. Resources: Fifth Sunday of Lent Gospel Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Kreeft, Peter. Food…
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Janet & Bridgett discuss the Gospel from the Fourth Sunday, which includes the most often quoted verse (John 3:16), and the depth of love God has for each one of us. Resources: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Kreeft, Peter. Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings Cycle B. Word on Fire, 2023. Marquette University Gospel Refle…
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Bridgett and Janet discuss Jesus' righteous anger when he finds his Father's house, the temple, being defiled. How can we use this lesson in our lives - this Lent, and beyond? Resources: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Kreeft, Peter. Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings Cycle B. Word on Fire, 2023. Third Sunday of Lent: J…
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For the second week of Lent, Janet and Bridgett discuss the Transfiguration, a reading we hear every Lenten season, and how mountaintop experiences bring us closer to God. Resources: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Kreeft, Peter. Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings Cycle B. Word on Fire, 2023. Second Sunday of Lent: The …
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During this first week of Lent, Bridgett and Janet discuss the desert - from the journey of the Israelites fleeing Egypt to Jesus' temptation in the desert, and what we can learn for our own faith journeys. Resources: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament First Sunday of Lent: The Temptation in the Desert The Three Temptations of Christ by De…
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As we prepare for Ash Wednesday, Janet discusses her favorite liturgical season, Lent, with Bridgett. Together, they share both the #funfacts and the reverent aspects of the season and remind us to just breathe! Resources: CCC 2849 Such a battle and such a victory become possible only through prayer. It is by his prayer that Jesus vanquishes the te…
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What does it mean to be Sent? Janet and Bridgett consider how they have been Sent out into the world on what Janet calls God's greatest adventure, and discuss how we are all called to share the love of Christ with others. Resources: Living as Missionary Disciples: A Resource for Evangelization Discipleship Book Joy of the Gospel Living as Intention…
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Missionary Disciples: True Community (part 3 of 4)
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In the third of a 4-part series on Missionary Disciples, Janet and Bridgett reveal the history behind the need for community, and its importance today, especially for our faith journeys. Resources: Living as Missionary Disciples: A Resource for Evangelization Discipleship Book Joy of the Gospel Community in the Catholic Church The Messy Necessity o…
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Missionary Disciples: Accompaniment (part 2 of 4)
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In the second of a 4-part series on Missionary Disciples, Bridgett and Janet discuss what Janet describes as a beautiful word: accompaniment. But what does it mean for a Missionary Disciple? Resources: Living as Missionary Disciples: A Resource for Evangelization Joy of the Gospel The Reed of God: A Spiritual Classic Hearing with the Heart Coffee M…
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Missionary Disciples: Breaking It Down (part 1 of 4)
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You may heave heard the term Missionary Disciple but what does it really mean? Let Janet and Bridgett break it down for you in their latest podcast episode Resources: Living as Missionary Disciples: A Resource for Evangelization Discipleship Book Toups, Fr. Mark. Rejoice! An Advent Pilgrimage into the Heart of Scripture. Ascension Press, 2023. Edwa…
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Epiphanies About Epiphany: What Stars Do You Follow?
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Janet & Bridgett discuss Epiphany, including some surprises, historical references, and thoughts about what it means for us today. References: The Epiphany of the Lord The history behind the Feast of the Epiphany The Origins and Spirituality of the Epiphany Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament USCCB Readings for Epiphany Baby Steps: Reflect …
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Merry Christmas! Join Bridgett and Janet as they discuss Christmas memories and favorite Christmas carols. Resources: The Surprising Origins of Christmas Carols: Explained Christmas Carols: The History Behind 9 Festive Favorites The Stories Behind Our Most Beloved Christmas Carols O Holy Night https://www.americamagazine.org/arts-culture/2023/11/26…
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Bridgett and Janet discuss their Advent traditions and explore what Advent means to them (and to our Church). Resources: Advent resources: https://www.ascensionvb.org/advent Readings for 1st Sunday in Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120323.cfm Readings for 2nd Sunday in Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121023.cfm Ascens…
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Janet & Bridgett discuss the Liturgical year - ends and beginnings, Matthew and Mark, and more. Have faith, not fear! Resources: Matthew Chapter 25 Gospel of Mark Baby Steps: Read Matthew 25 and pray on a verse that touches your heart Read through Mark's Gospel (the shortest of the Gospels) Email us: podcast@ascensionvb.org Additional episodes: htt…
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A Deacon, a Priest, and a Dad Walk Into a Church
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Join Bridgett and her special Thanksgiving guests: her brothers! Fred (the deacon), Greg (the priest), Rudy (the Dad), and Bridgett discuss their Catholic upbringing and how it has shaped their lives today. Email us: podcast@ascensionvb.org Additional episodes: https://hearingwiththeheart.buzzsprout.com Church of the Ascension: www.ascensionvb.org/…
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As we prepare for Thanksgiving (and family dynamics), Janet & Bridgett discuss the parable of the Prodigal Son, and consider the perspectives of both the older son and the Father. Who do you identify with the most? Resources: The Prodigal Son - Luke 15:11-32 Bishop Barron on the Prodigal Son Ephesians 3:14-15: For this reason, I kneel before the Fa…
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Resources: John 6: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/6 Isaiah 49:15 "Can a mother forget her infant, be without tenderness for the child of her womb? Even should she forget, I will never forget you." Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament (Amazon link) Baby Steps: Invite the Holy Spirit in and read John Chapter 6 Ponder the question: "Do you …
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Janet & Bridgett discuss sainthood and holiness - can you see yourself as a saint? Resources: "Many poets are not poets for the same reason that many religious men are not saints: they never succeed in being themselves. They never get around to being the particular poet or the particular monk they are intended to be by God. They never become the ma…
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The first question posed by God in the Bible is, "Where are you?" which he asks of Adam and Eve. How often do we ask our family, friends, and even God this same question? Janet and Bridgett share their experiences as they ponder the same. Resources: Hallelujah Anyway by Rend Collective music video “God’s job is not to protect us from life, but to c…
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Jesus asks blind Bartimaeus, "What do you want me to do for you?" even when the answer seems obvious. How do things change when we take time to deepen our conversation with Jesus and not only tell him what we need, but also ask him what he wants us to do for him? Bridgett and Janet both share personal experiences of doing just that. Resources Mark …
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Janet and Bridgett turn the tables on Jesus' question to his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" and explore "Who does Jesus say that I am?" Life is a journey toward our belovedness as we open ourselves to receive the grace of Jesus. Resources: Glorious Day Video by Passion featuring Kristian Stanfil Belovedness Video by Sarah Kroger Isaiah 61:1…
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Get to know Janet and Bridgett as they explore how their faith backgrounds (one a cradle Catholic, one a Protestant) influenced their relationship (or lack thereof) with Jesus and how they continue to grow in their faith journey today. While many Christians know the verse John 3:16, Janet shares how the next verse (John 3:17) impacted her life. Res…
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