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Homilies and Sermons and Talks...OH MY! Giddy up, this week Father Kevin leads us in pulling open what makes for good homilies, sermons, and talks. It takes a different turn that expected, but lots of good stuff! Topic suggestions? Email us at [email protected]

This week, Madison joins us again to talk about a topic very close to her heart. We dive into what it means to defend life in dialogue with others about abortion - all while promoting the dignity of the human person. Check it out!

This week, Madison and Emma share their favorite devotions, struggles with keeping up with devotions, and their order in the spiritual life. Be sure to check us out on Spotify, SoundCloud, Stitcher, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, and Amazon Music

This week, Mary Kate guides us through discussing sacramental preparation! We also discuss some helpful tips for parents in continuing to keep the flame alive. Check us out on SoundCloud, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts!

Father Kevin leads us in a beautiful discussion on personal relationship and testimony with our Blessed Mother Mary. We also share some graces and blessings from the Sacred Paschal Triduum and the Easter Octave! Check us out on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Squadcast, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, and Soundcloud!

Three cheers for our special guest this week!! Whoop whoop! Deacon Matthew Gembrowski joins us as we unpack the Rite for the Ordination of One Priest. His priesthood ordination is coming up, so we thought it was a perfect time to have him on to share a bit of his journey and open up the Rite for us. Please join us in praying for Deacon Matt as he prepares for his ordination to the Sacred Order of the Priesthood!

This week we talk about distractions in prayer! Something we all have experienced at one point or another, but the Church can give us great wisdom in overcoming them. Mary Kate, Father Kevin, and Emma all share some ways that they overcome distractions, and how they can tell if it is the Lord or the Enemy speaking during those distractions. Know of our prayers during this most sacred and holy time! Be sure to check us out on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcast, Stitcher, and SoundCloud

This week episode is a presentation that Emma gave at a local parish on breaking open the Sacred Paschal Triduum. She gives and overview of the liturgy, sacramental economy, and the three holiest days of the year. If you would like to dive deeper into the three days individually, check out the episodes we recorded in season 1! Holy Thursday: https://soundcloud.com/user-570957399/holy-thursday?si=69c532fe1d204c7f99504d36607bab9b&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Good Friday: https://soundcloud.com/user-570957399/good-friday?si=fd257b1d4e3746078ac25b605296ced9&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Holy Saturday: https://soundcloud.com/user-570957399/holy-saturday?si=d8320912d85246eab882dbb32f1b80f9&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Easter Joy:https://soundcloud.com/user-570957399/easter-joy?si=7f28416305ac4d4e8d8fb704043b48d0&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

*PG-13 RATING* Recommend children NOT listen to this episode... We were incredibly blessed with a beautiful testimony to the Father's great love and mercy for His prodigal son. With that, there are some nitty gritty details of this young man's journey. It is beautifully blessed with amazing grace from God, but illustrates the reality of how sin can effect one's life. We also see a great conversion in his heart as he becomes more and more open to God. References in the episode: Catechism of the Catholic Church paragraphs 1 and 27.

Emma leads us in a discussion on Saint Joseph and spiritual fatherhood. Father Kevin shares some insight as to what it is like being a spiritual father. We also discuss the importance of leaning into St. Joseph to grow in virtue to be who we are created to be. Check us out on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, Stitcher, and Soundcloud!

This week, Father Kevin leads us in talking about asking God what He wants to do in the life of a parish, diocese, personal or family life instead of just blessing our decisions. God desires to be at work in our lives, and really does have a plan. Do we lean into it? Or, do we try to do things on our own? We also have an audience of one (and third voice!). Check us out on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Stitcher, Amazon Music, and SoundCloud

This week we have a very special (and returning!) guest with us! Madison Velez poses a great question for us to discuss...why are we Catholic? And what keeps us coming back? It's a great discussion, with plenty of laughs! We are grateful for community! Catholic Resources: Catholic Answers In the Beginning by Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger FORMED.org Fr. Mike Schmitz and Ascension Presents Liturgical/Ritual Books Real Life Catholic Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis Rescued by Fr. John Riccardo The Essential Catholic Survival Guide by Catholic Answers