Best LaVergne Podcasts (2024)

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14. Porn's Negative Impacts on Relationships with Psychotherapist and Certified Sexual Recovery Therapist, Paul Lavergne 1:03:19

5d ago1:03:19

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In this episode, I interview Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Sexual Recovery Therapist, Paul Lavergne who works with men with compulsive sexual behaviors who are in relationships, having serial affairs, cheating, going to massage parlors, strip clubs, sexting, talking to cam girls, etc. Paul shares his personal past experience with porn ad…

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15. Rewiring Your Brain to Chill the F*** Out With Meditation 21:30

2h ago21:30

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Fun fact: I was training to become a meditation teacher for three months before discovering my partner's secret porn and sex addiction. The emotional regulation and nervous system regulation tools I learned during that training ended up saving my life (literally) while navigating betrayal. So in this episode, we dive into how it can help the healin…

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Meditation #1: Increasing Self-love, Self-worth, and Gratitude <3 11:49

2h ago11:49

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THIS IS A MEDITATION, not a podcast episode. Please listen to this when you're able to sit down (or lie down) and chill the f*** out :) Let this meditation be a sanctuary where you're reminded of your strength, worthiness, and gratitude for yourself. Affirmations: I am deserving of love, respect, and happiness My worth is not determined by the acti…

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Week Seven: On Pilgrimage in the U.S. with Tim O'Malley and Chenele Shaw 1:12:08

22d ago1:12:08

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Catholicism is incarnational and tactile. We exist in reality, and so does our faith. Remembering that is essential to growing in our Catholicism, and Timothy P. O’Malley explains how “matter matters” in the places and spaces we worship. This summer, Catholics in the United States will have the chance to experience that incarnational reality on the…

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13. Calling off the Wedding After Discovering His Sexual Addictions With Jane Doe 1:07:16

1M ago1:07:16

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ONE OF MY FAVORITE EPISODES <3 One month after I discovered my partner's secret porn & sex addiction, I received a phone call from my friend crying who just discovered her fiance's secret porn and sex addiction. Now over a year later, we've talked almost every day throughout our healing journeys and I'm SO proud of how far she's come. In this episo…

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Week Six: Forming Young Minds and Serving Those in Need with Fr. Tim Anastos and Kerry Robinson 56:04

25d ago56:04

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The Church in the U.S. has made a lasting impact on education and social services. From universities and lay apostolates that educate and form young adults to networks of Catholic Charities offices that provide essential help to those in need, Catholicism in the U.S. is not naval-gazing or self-centered. The Church in the U.S. seeks to serve. Fr. T…

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Week Five: Catholicism on the California Coast and in the Colorado Mountains with Stephen J. Binz and JoAnn Seaman 47:46

1M ago47:46

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St. Junipero Serra evangelized California and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini evangelized Colorado. Their influence extends up and down the West Coast and throughout the Rocky Mountains, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire today. In this episode, Stephen J. Binz, a pilgrimage leader to the California Missions, and JoAnn Seaman, director o…

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12. Healing from Porn Addiction: Brando's Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery 53:31

2M ago53:31

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In this episode, I welcome Brando, who bravely shares his journey through porn addiction after finding it when he was 10. Brando opens up about his struggle from childhood into adulthood, performance anxiety, the negative impacts on his mental health and relationships, and the shame associated with addiction. We discuss the importance of vulnerabil…

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Week Four: Southern Suffering and Sanctity with Fr. Korey LaVergne and Sr. Mary Michael Fox, OP 1:40:35

1M ago1:40:35

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From the inspiring faith of little Charlene Richard, a twelve-year-old girl who died of Leukemia and is now on the path to canonization, to the enduring resilience of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia during the Civil War and the culture wars of today, Catholicism in the South is far from just a cultural norm—it embodies a story of suffering and…

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11. Healing from Betrayal Trauma with Somatics and Nervous System Regulation with Carrie Jean 50:48

2M ago50:48

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This episode welcomes special guest Carrie, a highly certified expert in nervous system regulation, betrayal trauma, and somatics. The episode dives deep into understanding the nervous system and its critical role in shaping our experiences and relationships. Carrie introduces the concepts of sympathetic and parasympathetic states, polyvagal theory…

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Week Three: The Holiness of Bl. Michael McGivney and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton with Brian Caulfield and Amy J. Cattapan 1:18:56

2M ago1:18:56

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The stories of saints in the United States are diverse and dynamic. The first American born female saint, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and the founder and first chaplain of the Knights of Columbus, Bl. Michael McGivney, show us how holiness is found in a unique way. Brian Caulfield and Amy J. Cattapan share the stories of these two holy American heroes …

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10. Divorce After Porn/Sex Addiction and Dating Again with Betrayed Bestie 53:40

2M ago53:40

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In this episode, I interview Betrayal Trauma + Breakup Coach, Jessica AKA Betrayed Bestie and we discuss Jessica's journey discovering betrayal in her marriage, why she chose to divorce him, why marriage counseling isn't a good fit for porn/sex addiction, her advice, finding the gift in betrayal trauma, dating after betrayal, the new relationship s…

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Week Two: Our Lady in the Midwest with Fr. Edward Looney and Fr. Nate Wills, CSC 1:09:04

2M ago1:09:04

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Whether it’s the Lady who appeared in a forest to young Adele Brise or the Lady atop a golden dome visible for miles from a college campus in northern Indiana, the Blessed Virgin Mary is revered, cherished, and celebrated in the American Midwest. Fr. Edward Looney, author and priest in the Diocese of Green Bay, and Fr. Nate Wills, CSC, chaplain to …

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Week One: The Places and People of the U.S. Catholic Church with Kevin Schmiesing and Meg Hunter-Kilmer 57:40

2M ago57:40

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What places hold significance, and who are the key figures in the narrative of Catholicism in the United States of America? From both a historical and modern perspective, the story of the Church in the US is expansive, diverse, and compelling. Authors Kevin Schmiesing and Meg Hunter-Kilmer share their insights and expertise on the noteworthy locati…

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9: Confronting the Impact of Porn on Society and Youth with Melissa Tankard Reist 49:12

2M ago49:12

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This podcast episode features an in-depth conversation with Melinda Tankard Reist, a journalist and activist renowned for her work against the pornography industry, its harmful effects on society, and her grassroots organization Collective Shout. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the normalization and dangers of pornography, i…

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Teaser NEW Series: Catholic Hope in the US with Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan 1:03:14

2M ago1:03:14

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Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, the 10th Archbishop of the Archdiocese of New York, shares his favorite Catholic churches and places in the United States of America. He offers insight into the current challenges facing Catholics, from a perspective of the historical Catholic Church, and reasons for his abundant hope in the Church in America today. We wo…

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8: How to Love Yourself More <3 34:03

3M ago34:03

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There is a saying that goes "Time heals all wounds" but I disagree. Time doesn't heal wounds. We don't magically wake up one day and all our pain is gone... Learning to love ourselves and using that as motivation to create positive change in our life heals wounds. Society conditions us to look at all the negative aspects of ourselves, but what happ…

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7: OnlyFans Recruiting Agencies and OF’s Negative Impact on Society. Interview With Victoria Sinis 48:56

3M ago48:56

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WTF... OnlyFans Recruiting Agencies exist?! In this episode, I chat with Victoria Sinis who speaks about her experience working at an OnlyFans Recruiting Agency and why she quit after crying at work everyday. Now, Victoria speaks at schools to empower young women and to encourage people to think twice about OnlyFans. We also discuss the impact Only…

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6: How to Release Your Anger After Being Cheated on (BTW.. Your Anger Is Beautiful and POWERFUL) 22:49

3M ago22:49

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Society never teaches us how to express anger. We're taught that anger is not "ladylike" and we need to be sweet, gentle, kind, and quiet 24/7 but I disagree. Feelings are meant to be felt, not controlled. Our anger is so important and powerful because it's telling us that something isn't right. It's our body's way of communicating to us that we ar…

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5: Interview with Sexual Addiction Therapist, Dan Ellenberg (MA, NCC, LPCA) 46:01

4M ago46:01

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In this episode, I interview Sexual Addiction Therapist, Dan Ellenberg MA, NCC, LPCA. Some highlights of the show include: - Dan discovering porn at 9 years old which led to an addiction - Why men don't often speak up about their porn struggles and hide it in relationships - Why the porn or sex addiction started years before the relationship even s…

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4: What to Do if Your Ex Immediately Went on the Dating Apps (And Advice to Stay off the Apps) 29:32

4M ago29:32

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If your ex immediately went on the dating apps after your break up, you're already doing better mentally and emotionally than they are. This episode dives into the fact that they aren't over you, it's an unhealthy coping mechanism because they miss your presence, and inspiration for you to stay off the apps immediately after a breakup and to focus …

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3: Red Flags He May Watch a Lot of Porn (Or Have a Porn Addiction) 29:28

4M ago29:28

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This episode discusses warning signs he may watch a lot of porn or have a potential porn addiction from women who discovered it in their relationships/marriages. Research continuously shows porn can rewire the brain and have a negative impact on relationships. Whether you're in a relationship or actively dating and vetting out potential partners, t…

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Lent Makes Us Fully Alive with Fr. Tim Anastos 36:36

4M ago36:36

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Fr. Tim Anastos, author and assistant chaplain at the St. John Paul II Newman Center at the University of Illinois, highlights how Lent offers us an opportunity to become fully alive in Christ Jesus. Through our weeks of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, we have experienced the love of the Lord in distinct and profound ways. Now, as Holy Week unfold…

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2: My Story: Discovering His Secret Porn Addiction and How Porn Effects Relationships 1:02:05

4M ago1:02:05

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This episode was originally recorded on February 18, 2024 on the podcast "Unhooked: Breaking Porn Addiction Podcast" by Jeremy Lipkowitz. You can find his podcast on the main podcast sources and the episode is called "My Partner's Porn Addiction: Dealing with Betrayal Trauma & Understanding the Effects of Porn on Intimacy" In this episode, host Jer…

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1: WTF Porn Addiction Is a Real Thing...? 26:39

4M ago26:39

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Years of research are now showing that porn is rewiring our brains and negatively impacting mental health and relationships as a result. It’s time to shed light on a topic that society continuously turns a blind eye to… because WTF is it doing to us all long-term??? This is an unfiltered journey through the complexities of discovering a partner’s s…

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The Eucharist Can Revive Our Lent with Tanner Kalina 32:26

4M ago32:26

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In this sacred season, our ultimate aim is to draw nearer to Christ. And what better way to achieve this closeness than by physically spending time with him in the presence of the Eucharist? Join Tanner Kalina, a passionate Eucharistic missionary for the National Eucharistic Revival, as he demonstrates how Lent is the perfect time to seek the Lord'…

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Lent Reveals Our Weakness with Sr. Orianne Pietra René, FSP 25:31

4M ago25:31

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The further we get into Lent, the more likely it is that we have run into some—or many—missteps and pitfalls. While this can feel discouraging, Sr. Orianne Pietra René, FSP, a passionate social media evangelist, helps us understand how when Lent is “hard” and we feel weak, that is precisely when the Lord shows up to do great things within us. Our p…

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Let the Lord Purify You in Lent with Manny Gonzalez 31:41

5M ago31:41

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Join Emmanuel “Manny” Gonzalez, a graduate student at Franciscan University of Steubenville, as he shows how, despite our best intentions, we can inadvertently introduce a false sense of control into our lives through Lenten spiritual practices or even in our general spiritual journey. Without realizing it, we can squeeze the Lord out of our lives …

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Keeping Lent Simple with Claire and Mike Couche of Finding Philothea 33:24

5M ago33:24

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Do you ever have BIG plans for Lent, only to feel overwhelmed as the weeks go on? Claire and Mike Couche, founders of Finding Philothea, share how embracing simplicity—through carving out time for prayer, focusing on small acts of fasting, and learning generosity through acts of service—can wield greater impact than grand gestures of repentance and…

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Lent isn't Just for Easter with Mark Hart 38:41

5M ago38:41

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What’s the purpose of Lent? It’s a simple question, and one Mark Hart answers in a very honest and straightforward way: Lent prepares us for heaven. If we view Lent merely as a spiritual bootcamp to get ready for Easter, we will miss out on all the season has to offer. However, by approaching Lent with a broader perspective, we'll realize that thes…

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The Wilderness of Lent with Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR 29:27

5M ago29:27

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When Ash Wednesday rolls around, many of us are ready—even excited—to start our Lenten resolution. However, as the weeks go by, our resolve can wane. What do we do when our Lenten practices become challenging to maintain? Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR, the author of Made for Heaven, offers us a way to enter this season as he explains why he felt called …

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Evaluating Relationships for Lent with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN 36:57

5M ago36:57

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As we approach Ash Wednesday, the question on every faithful Christian's mind is, "What should I do to make this Lent an intentional time to grow closer to God?" In this episode, Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN, offers a new focus to this sacred season by encouraging us to examine the very fabric of our relationships—with ourselves, with others, and mo…

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Devotional: He is our Helper 2:01

6M ago2:01

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Read Psalm 121 on the YouVersion Bible App. If you ever need anything, I am here for you. Reach out to me. God is good, always. Never forget that. — Much love, Ty.By Ty Lavergne

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Devotional: He is our Hope 5:31

6M ago5:31

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“Though he slay me, I will hope in him.” — Job 13:15 Read Job 13:15 on the YouVersion Bible App. Listen to Though You Slay Me by Shane & Shane: Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube If you ever need anything, I am here for you. Reach out to me. God is good, always. Never forget that. — Much love, Ty.By Ty Lavergne

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Week Four of Prepare Your Heart: Holding Jesus like Mary in Advent with Sr. Zelie Maria Louis, SV 36:20

7M ago36:20

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Mary opened her arms to the child Jesus, and we are called to do the same. Sr. Zelie Maria Louis, a Sister of Life serving pregnant women in Manhattan, reflects on how we can look to Mary as a perfect example of holiness and love of the Lord in the final days of Advent. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with yo…

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Week Three of Prepare Your Heart: Building a Home like Joseph with Bobby and Jackie Angel 39:16

7M ago39:16

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Jackie and Bobby Angel, authors, speakers, and podcasters, share how the spirit of hospitality and a charism of welcome are essential in order to enter into Advent. When we open our homes to others, and when we work to build a home of love, we are embracing the spirit of St. Joseph. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and …

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Week Two of Prepare Your Heart: Holy Witnesses in Advent with Meg Hunter-Kilmer 39:04

7M ago39:04

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Meg Hunter-Kilmer offers insights into how the stories of the saints can help us more purposefully enter into Advent, preparing our hearts with the witness of faithful men and women who have spent their lives preparing to meet Jesus. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte…

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Week One of Prepare Your Heart: Preparing for Nazareth Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR 44:49

8M ago44:49

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Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR, author of Prepare Your Heart, explains how the season of Advent is a chance to enter into the heart of Nazareth, a place of respite, rest, and formation. At the beginning of the liturgical year, it’s so easy to become consumed with the busyness of the season, the work that must be done for Christmas, and we can forget how …

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Simplifying Liturgical Living with Elissa Tiprigan of Catholic Family Crate 43:15

9M ago43:15

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When Elissa Tiprigan began searching for convenient and ready-to-use resources for liturgical living, she faced a challenge—there was a noticeable absence of such materials. However, undeterred by this, she viewed this gap as an opportunity to fulfill an important mission. In response to this, Elissa established Catholic Family Crate, a heartfelt i…

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Devotional: Jesus is Lord 4:27

9M ago4:27

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“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before…

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Creating a Holy Home with Scott and Elisabeth Williams of Catholic Concepts 49:24

9M ago49:24

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It all started as an idea to create silly socks for a saint’s feast day. From there, Scott and Elisabeth Williams turned their desire to share creative ways to celebrate something meaningful in the Church into their company, Catholic Concepts. Listen to the story about how this couple went from fun socks to creating other beautiful products to help…

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Embracing the Ebb and Flow of Advent and Lent with Fr. John Burns 1:01:31

10M ago1:01:31

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Advent and Lent, revered penitential seasons, stand as gateways to prepare us for days of rejoicing and victory. These seasons are so iconic that even secular society joins in with traditions including Advent calendars for everything under the sun and seasonal fish sandwiches at your favorite drive-thru. Fr. John Burns explains how the natural ebb …

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Living the Seasons of the Moment with Erica Tighe Campbell of Be a Heart 51:02

10M ago51:02

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Erica Tighe Campbell established Be A Heart as a contemporary lifestyle brand designed for Catholics seeking elegant ways to practice their faith and commemorate the various seasons of the Church calendar. While crafting her product line and writing her latest book, Living the Seasons, she has uncovered the profound significance of embracing both t…

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Liturgical Living is for All Steffani Aquila 38:10

10M ago38:10

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Liturgical living isn’t confined to family craft projects or activities for CCD classes. For Steffani Aquila, founder of His Girl Sunday and director of Liturgical Living for the Co-Cathedral in the Diocese of Galveston-Houston, liturgical living is an invitation for all faithful men and women to engage meaningfully with the rhythms of the year. Jo…

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How to Live the Liturgical Year with Kendra Tierney 46:32

10M ago46:32

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Kendra Tierney wanted to teach her children about the depth and beauty of Catholicism and give them a lived discipleship that wasn’t stuffy or boring. In her quest to pass on a vibrant faith, she discovered the rhythms of the Church year—encompassing saints' feast days and the tapestry of liturgical seasons—as a foundation to illuminate, educate, a…

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Living Life Intentionally with Steven Lawson of Monk Manual 55:34

10M ago55:34

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How do we live intentionally, striving not solely for productivity but also for purposeful flourishing? Steven Lawson, creator and founder of Monk Manual, explores how when we rush through life, we can miss moments that matter most. Steven’s conversation with Katie also offers insights on how to notice God at work in our daily lives and shows how t…

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Devotional: He is Our Very Great Reward 3:48

1y ago3:48

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‘After this, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward.”’ — Genesis 15:1 Read Genesis 15:1 on the YouVersion Bible App. Read Abraham’s Great Reward by Charles Spurgeon. Listen to The Reward of Your Faith by David Platt on Radical. If you ever need anything, I am here for you. …

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Devotional: Through Jesus Alone 5:27

1y ago5:27

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“Therefore, my friends, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. Through him everyone who believes is set free from every sin, a justification you were not able to obtain under the law of Moses.” — Acts 13:38-39 Read Acts 13:38-39 on the YouVersion Bible App. “For it is by grace you have been saved, throug…

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Devotional: Take My Yoke 6:55

1y ago6:55

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“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” — Matthew 11:28-30 Read Matthew 11:28-30 on the YouVersion Bible App. Listen to Firm Foundation (He Won’t) by Cod…

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Devotional: Something Greater 4:14

1y ago4:14

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‘The LORD said to Abram after Lot had parted from him, “Look around from where you are, to the north and south, to the east and west. All the land that you see I will give to you and your offspring forever. I will make your offspring like the dust of the earth, so that if anyone could count the dust, then your offspring could be counted. Go, walk t…

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