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Welcome to Open Seat, the podcast where we create a space for authentic conversations about faith—unfiltered and unapologetic. With each episode, we invite guests from all walks of life to share their personal journeys, struggles, and revelations moments of doubt, discovery, and everything in between. Here, we believe that every story matters, and in the open seat, there’s room for honesty, vulnerability, and community. Whether you’re questioning, seeking, or steadfast in your beliefs, you’l ...
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Finding Home at Holy Family: Africa to Adrian
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Send us a text Join Ariane Ouedraogo on a heartfelt episode of Open Seat as she shares her inspiring journey from Burkina Faso to Adrian College in Michigan. Ariane discusses the crucial role of faith in her life, cultural differences between the Catholic Church in Africa and the U.S., and how a leadership program enabled her dream of studying abro…
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Fiorella Diaz: Story of the Socks and Saintly Souls
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Send us a text We recommend you watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@holyfamilyadrian In this episode of Open Seat, Fiorella Diaz joins the podcast to share her inspiring journey from Venezuela to the United States. She discusses her experiences learning English, her recent confirmation, and the importance of the Dia de los Muert…
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We Belong Together with Fr. Joe Newman, OSFS
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Send us a text Join us for a special episode of Open Seat, where we engage in an unfiltered and heartfelt conversation with the Very Reverend Joe Newman, OSFS. Fr. Joe Newman reflects on his journey from growing up in Toledo, Ohio, to becoming a Provincial Superior of the Oblates in the Toledo-Detroit Province. He shares profound insights on spirit…
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Send us a text In this episode, Kathy Wickham shares her life story, reflecting on her Catholic upbringing, the sacrifices made for her education, and her journey from nursing aspirations to a fulfilling 53-year marriage. Kathy recounts how her spiritual journey evolved over the years, with moments of doubt and growth, emphasizing the importance of…
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Venezuela to Victory: Baseball and Belief
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Send us a text With Victor Diaz, a Venezuelan baseball star and now coach, explores his remarkable journey from Venezuela to the United States. Victor shares his struggles with the economic crisis in Venezuela, the challenges of obtaining asylum in the U.S., and the impact of faith on his life. The episode delves into his experiences at Concordia U…
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered if you’re alone in your faith journey? Welcome to Open Seat, the podcast where we create a space for authentic conversations about faith—unfiltered and unapologetic. I’m your host, Katie Love, and each episode, we invite guests from all walks of life to share their personal journeys, struggles, revelations, mom…
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