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S16 E17 - Counting the Graces
In this episode, we conclude season 16 by remembering with gratitude all the things God has done and is doing in our lives. We reflect on the importance of allowing our hearts to be drawn into beauty
S16 E16 - Life Transitions with Chris Benzinger (Part 2)
In this episode, we conclude our conversation on life transitions with Michelle's husband, Chris Benzinger. We focus on the second and third steps in walking through transitions: releasing with trust
S16 E15 - Life Transitions with Chris Benzinger (Part 1)
In this episode, Chris Benzinger joins us to discuss navigating big and small life transitions. We have all probably found ourselves on the other end of a transition feeling unfulfilled or confused. C
S16 E14 - A Father's Legacy - Pope Francis
In this episode, we reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis. We talk about how, during his Pontificate, Pope Francis emphasized joy and, through his example, helped us remember to embody this joy in our
S16 E13 - Jesus and the Jubilee: Epilogue and Preparing for the Triduum
In this episode, we conclude our Lenten book study by focusing on the epilogue and sharing ideas on how to prepare for the Triduum. During Holy Week, our Lord invites us to join Him on His Paschal jou
S16 E12 - Jesus and the Jubilee: Chapter Nine and Conclusion
In this episode, we continue our Lenten book study and focus on chapter 9 and the conclusion. We reflect on the goodness of God and why we need not be afraid even when we do not understand what He is
S16 E11 - Jesus and the Jubilee: Chapters Seven and Eight
In this episode, we continue our Lenten book study and focus on chapters 7 & 8. We reflect on the many ways Jesus wants to make us whole, by exercising the evil out of our lives, forgiving our sins, a
S16 E10 - Jesus and the Jubilee: Chapters Five and Six
In this episode, we continue our Lenten book study and focus on chapters 5 & 6. We talk about the original roots of jubilee in the Old Testament, if the Israelites actually observed the jubilee, and h
S16 E9 - Jesus and the Jubilee: Chapters Three and Four
In this episode, we continue our Lenten book study and focus on chapters 3 & 4. We discuss the Ten Commandments, how they teach us to say yes to true freedom, and why our voluntary yes helps us live i
S16 E8 - Jesus and the Jubilee: Chapters One and Two
In this episode, we continue our Lenten book study and focus on chapters 1 & 2. We reflect on how God originally designed us in the Garden of Eden, how the lies and idols we invite into our lives stri
S16 E7 - Our Need for Jubilee with Dr. John Bergsma
In this episode, we begin our Lenten book study "Jesus and the Jubilee" and welcome the author, Dr. John Bergsma, to the podcast! Dr. Bergsma shares his powerful conversion story during the Great Jubi
S16 E6 - Spiritual Mentorship: Being Formed in Jesus
In this episode, we talk about spiritual mentorship and being formed in Jesus. We reflect on the spiritual mentors who have journeyed with us and share stories about the lessons that have shaped who w
S16 E5 - Happy 8th Birthday!
In this episode, we celebrate eight years of abiding together with you! We want to celebrate what God has done and is doing in not only our lives, but also in yours. We reflect on why we started the p
S16 E4 - Journey to Nazareth
In this episode, we talk about how we can receive graces by making a spiritual pilgrimage to Nazareth. We reflect on the Holy Family, how they teach us to love well, and how they show us how to build
S16 E3 - Rosary in a Year with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR
In this episode, we welcome Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR to talk about his podcast [Rosary in a Year](https://ascensionpress.com/pages/the-rosary-in-a-year-podcast?srsltid=AfmBOoqRDKyQcsU0OfzubkcSHjRcdqkUV
S16 E2 - Pilgrims of Hope
In this episode, we talk about Pope Francis' [Bull of Indiction](https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/bulls/documents/20240509_spes-non-confundit_bolla-giubileo2025.html) on the Jubilee Year of
S16 E1 - Word of the Year
Welcome to the season 16 kickoff with our annual tradition of the Word of the Year episode! Each year, we ask God to give us a theme to focus on for the new year and invite you to do the same. After p
S15 E14 - Encountering Emmanuel: Week Four
In this week's episode, we conclude our 4 part Advent study of Heather's new book Encountering Emmanuel. We discuss how we all have deep cries within our hearts and how Jesus coming as a baby gives vo
S15 E13 - Encountering Emmanuel: Week Three
In this week's episode, we continue with "Week Three" in our 4 part Advent study of Heather's new book Encountering Emmanuel. We meditate on the vulnerability of Jesus as a baby and how He comes as on
S15 E12 - Encountering Emmanuel: Week Two
In this week's episode, we continue in our 4 part Advent study of Heather's new book Encountering Emmanuel and focus on "Week Two". We ponder the reality that we are welcomed into Jesus' family as hei