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  • Become the Fire: A Story of Healing with Joelle Maryn
    May 2 2025

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    In this conversation, Joelle Maryn shares her profound journey from tragedy to healing, detailing her experiences with loss, spiritual awakening, and the importance of faith. After losing her sister in a house fire, Joelle navigated through grief and self-discovery, ultimately finding purpose in sharing her story and helping others. She discusses the power of prayer, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the significance of identity in Christ, encouraging listeners to overcome life's challenges and embrace their gifts for God's glory.

    Learn more: http://www.JoelleMaryn.com

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  • From Pain to Purpose: Joey Pontarelli's Journey
    May 2 2025

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    In this conversation, Joey Pontarelli shares his journey from experiencing the pain of his parents divorce to finding healing and purpose in his life. He discusses the challenges he faced as a child, including feelings of abandonment and struggles with addiction. Through mentorship, community, and a deepening faith, Joey transformed his life and now dedicates himself to helping others through his organization, Restored.

    He emphasizes the importance of God's grace, accountability, and the need for healing in the lives of those from broken families. In this conversation, Joey Pontarelli shares his insights on transformation through brokenness, the importance of healing for young adults, and the power of writing and reflection in the healing process. He emphasizes the need for the church to meet people in their pain and to provide resources for healing, while also discussing the significance of finding God in our suffering. The conversation concludes with a hopeful vision for the future of the church, focusing on love, truth, and the importance of building relationships.

    Learn more: https://restoredministry.com/

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  • Saint Sprites with Theresa Ambat
    Apr 18 2025

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    In this conversation, Theresa Ambat shares her journey of faith, creativity, and the importance of surrendering to God's will. She discusses her experiences growing up in a Catholic family, her creative endeavors, and how her faith has shaped her identity. Theresa emphasizes the significance of community, the joy of discovering Jesus in the Eucharist, and the ongoing process of discerning her path in life. The conversation highlights the themes of personal growth, the integration of creativity and spirituality, and the transformative power of surrendering to God's abundant love. In this conversation, Theresa Ambat shares her journey of creating Saint Sprites, inspired by the life of Carlo Acutis. She discusses the importance of engaging youth through video games that promote virtue and faith. The conversation also touches on the growth of her community and her hopes for revitalizing the church by inspiring young people to take action in their local parishes.

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  • It's Okay to be Catholic with Sam Nunnally
    Apr 11 2025

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    In this conversation, Sam Nunnally shares his journey from a Protestant upbringing to becoming the director of campus ministry at Florida State University. He discusses his love for music, his early call to ministry, and the theological curiosities that led him to explore Catholicism. Throughout the conversation, Sam reflects on his struggles with Protestantism, his encounters with the Church Fathers, and the profound impact of experiencing the Mass, ultimately leading to a deepening of his faith. In this conversation, Sam Nunnally shares his journey of conversion to the Catholic Church, discussing the resources that inspired him, the transformative experience of the sacraments, and his newfound role in ministry. He emphasizes the importance of community and support for new converts, offers advice for navigating family dynamics, and expresses hope for unity within the Church.

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  • Arise with Megan Turland
    Apr 7 2025

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    In this conversation, Megan Turland shares her journey of faith, motherhood, and mission work. She discusses her transformation from a university student questioning her faith to a devoted missionary and mother. Megan emphasizes the importance of prayer, discernment in relationships, and the role of community in nurturing one's spiritual life. She also introduces her upcoming podcast, 'Arise,' which aims to help others live out the Easter season intentionally.

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  • Faith and Fortitude with Zach Zaldivar
    Mar 24 2025

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    Zach Zaldivar shares his transformative journey from a chaotic childhood in Minnesota to a significant military experience that led to a profound conversion in Afghanistan. He discusses the challenges of his upbringing, the impact of his military service, and how he rediscovered his faith. Zach's story highlights his transition into ministry, emphasizing the importance of humility and personal growth in his role as a director of evangelization.

    In this conversation, Zach Zaldivar discusses the challenges and pressures of ministry, the importance of self-reflection, and the inspiration behind his initiative, Identities of Man. He emphasizes the need for men to confront the lies they believe about themselves and to embrace their identity as beloved sons of God. The discussion also touches on the significance of friendship, community, and the journey of healing in the context of faith. Zach shares his hopes for the future of the church, focusing on the integration of identity and healing for all believers.

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  • Sisterhood of the Travelling Relics with Jennifer Nelson
    Mar 14 2025

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    In this conversation, Jennifer Nelson shares her inspiring journey of faith, motherhood, and the miraculous events surrounding her ministry, the Sisterhood of the Traveling Relics. She discusses her struggles with endometriosis, her devotion to St. Gianna, and how her experiences led her to create a supportive community for women facing similar challenges. Through personal anecdotes and testimonies of miracles, Jennifer emphasizes the power of intercession and the importance of faith in navigating life's difficulties. In this conversation, Jennifer discusses her global ministry, the balance of family life and homeschooling, the inspiration behind her children's book 'Super J', the importance of surrendering to God's will, and her hopes for the future of the Church, emphasizing unity and the significance of the Eucharist.

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  • The Vocation Journey of Father Matt Wheeler
    Mar 8 2025

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    In this conversation, Father Matt Wheeler shares his journey from childhood to becoming a priest, highlighting the influence of his family, the impact of literature on his faith, and his experiences in high school and college. He reflects on the importance of faith in his life and how various interests shaped his path. Fr. Matt Wheeler shares his journey from Minnesota to USC, detailing his experiences of homesickness, finding faith, and the call to priesthood. He discusses the importance of community, spiritual direction, and the transformative power of prayer. Fr. Wheeler reflects on his time in seminary and the joy of returning to USC to guide young people in their faith journeys, emphasizing the need for openness to God's will and the hope for the future of the Church.

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