Category: Faith
Episode 83: Navigating an Inter-Denominational Marriage – An Interview with Della Bright

Episode 83: Navigating an Inter-Denominational Marriage – An Interview with Della Bright

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What happens when a Catholic and a Protestant get married? Today we talk with Della Bright about her journey navigating an inter-denominational marriage with her husband after she decided to take her Protestant faith seriously and he decided to take his Catholic faith seriously. A few of the questions we asked Della: 

 

  • What tradition were you raised in?
  • How did you navigate being convicted in different traditions of the faith: your husband Catholic and you Protestant?
  • What were some of the main issues you faced in your marriage due to being convicted in different traditions?
  • In what ways did you still feel united, even in your differences? 
  • Do you have advice for those in an interdenominational relationship/marriage? 

 

Della Bright is an aspiring author whose mission is to encourage women to live a fruitful life inside and outside of the home. Inside the home, she enjoys sharing about home cooking, homesteading, and homeschooling. Outside of the home, she loves to help Christians understand the importance of lovingly and respectfully sharing their faith, their stories, and their opinions on the important issues of the day. 

 

Della’s Website: https://www.dellabright.com/

Follow Della on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dellaofthefruitfulfarm/

 

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Let’s Talk About it with Jacque and Megan is a podcast born from our friendship. We are two people with very different beliefs, yet a shared desire to have understanding and unity! We love to have good natured “Catholic vs. Protestant” conversations to bridge the gap between our faith traditions. On this podcast, we talk about real and difficult topics such as mental health, faith, sex, shame, and more to cultivate a space where we can all just talk about it. In a culture of social media outrage, division, and “canceling”, we want to create an environment in which we can have fruitful discussion & disagreement.

 

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Episode 64: Healing After a Breakup – post 4 months

Episode 64: Healing After a Breakup – post 4 months

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4 months after a major breakup…what are Jacque’s reflections, processing, and practical steps? If you’ve been through a breakup, whether it’s in the past or if you’re currently in the thick of it, we grieve with you. No matter the circumstances of your breakup, it will get better even if it feels impossible now. These are some things that have helped Jacque along her healing journey. 

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“Surviving (and Thriving) Through a Breakup” podcast episode: https://pod.fo/e/16df09

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Episode 62: I went to Lourdes! // Marian Apparitions & Miraculous Healings

Episode 62: I went to Lourdes! // Marian Apparitions & Miraculous Healings

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Tune in to hear about Jacque’s experience visiting Lourdes, the site of a Marian apparition, and our discussion on how apparitions and miracles are authenticated. 

“Between February 11th and July 16th 1858, Bernadette Soubirous, a 14-year-old peasant girl, experienced 18 apparitions of the Virgin Mary in the nearby Massabielle grotto. During the 9th vision, an underground spring was revealed. The Holy See currently recognizes 70 official miracles attributable to Lourdes.”

What are your thoughts or questions on this topic? Let us know in the comments!

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Our video on Our Lady of Guadalupe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Flm8Z7mzWQs&t=1912s

Our episode with Michaela: https://pod.fo/e/16df0c

Vatican approved apparitions: http://www.miraclehunter.com/marian_apparitions/approved_apparitions/vatican.html

Discernment of miracle claims: http://www.miraclehunter.com/marian_apparitions/discernment/index.html

Discernment of apparition claims: http://www.miraclehunter.com/marian_apparitions/discernment/1978_CDF.html

List of approved Lourdes miracles: http://www.miraclehunter.com/marian_apparitions/approved_apparitions/lourdes/miracles1.html

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Episode 59: Toxic mom culture, harmful dating advice…oh my!

Episode 59: Toxic mom culture, harmful dating advice…oh my!

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In this week’s episode, Jacque and Megan discuss the dangers of “social media advice,” especially when it pertains to motherhood and dating. Should we be taking advice from social media influencers? When does it become harmful? How can we protect ourselves from unhelpful and even harmful advice online? Tune in and let us know what you think!

 

Other episodes referenced::

Episode 58: Leaving the Wrong Relationship and Stepping Out in Faith – An Interview with Maria Gari 

On Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leaving-the-wrong-relationship-and-stepping-out-in/id1536068503?i=1000617471706 

On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1chjgf4yPaKc2VtxnVA6uV?si=3b0a5b5d2fb148cd

Episode 49: Social Media Influencers, “Caption Advice,” & Paraspiritualism

On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/social-media-influencers-caption-advice-paraspiritualism/id1536068503?i=1000595932343 

On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/16XLXD4a480i2LvGtXicQl?si=UM767UFZSe24XujEVcwa0w

 

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Episode 58: Leaving the Wrong Relationship and Stepping Out in Faith – An Interview with Maria Gari

Episode 58: Leaving the Wrong Relationship and Stepping Out in Faith – An Interview with Maria Gari

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How do you find the courage to leave a relationship you know is wrong and step out in faith that God has something better planned? We are so grateful to talk to Maria Gari (@runningmyselftogether) about her experience ending a long-term relationship. A few questions we ask Maria: 

  • How did you find the courage to step out of the relationship after investing so much hope and time into that person?
  • What is your advice for healing and moving forward after a break up, especially a long term relationship, where you pictured and planned a future with them?
  • What is your advice for women who feel they could be in the wrong relationship but are scared to leave?
  • What is your advice for a woman in a season of waiting?

Maria Gari is the founder of RunningMyselfTogether, a ministry dedicated to bringing Christ’s light to women through running and mental health awareness. She is a cradle-Catholic who discovered her worth in Christ while working through her eating disorder recovery. She now writes, speaks, is a run coach, and leads pilgrimages to help women understand who they are as daughters of God and eradicate the stigma around mental health in the Church.

Follow Maria on Instagram: instagram.com/runningmyselftogether/

Check out Maria’s website: www.runningmyselftogether.com/

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Episode 57: Why it’s good to fail, St. Thérèse’s Little Way, and God’s Mercy

Episode 57: Why it’s good to fail, St. Thérèse’s Little Way, and God’s Mercy

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Lent can bring feelings of failure…and we want to talk about it! How should we feel towards failure in our spiritual life? Can it actually be good for us? 

Fr. Mike Schmitz on St. Terese: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHYO4qW47x0&t=1s

St. Mark Ji Tianxiang: https://aleteia.org/2017/07/06/he-was-an-opium-addict-who-couldnt-receive-the-sacraments-but-hes-a-martyr-and-a-saint/

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Episode 56: Navigating Divorce as a Christian – A Conversation with Lauren Juarez

Episode 56: Navigating Divorce as a Christian – A Conversation with Lauren Juarez

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We had the pleasure of speaking with Lauren Juarez about her experiences navigating divorce as a Christian at 21 years old. 

 

Lauren Juarez is a digital creator and freelancer who discusses sustainability, slow living, and personal topics such as faith and her divorce story across her platforms. 

 

Lauren’s full divorce story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ihhowf2_lGI

 

Subscribe to Lauren’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenJuarez

Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenemilyjuarez/

Follow Lauren on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurenemilyjuarez?_t=8ax0lIS14iw&_r=1

Alone Not Lonely Facebook Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/995987198046644/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF

Alone Not Lonely Slack: https://alonenotlonely.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-1q0t3mlly-8RXQP5ezWvnB75SrtGEB5w#/shared-invite/email

 

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Episode 54: What’s Your Attachment Style and Why Does It Matter? A Conversation with Dr. Matthew Breuninger

Episode 54: What’s Your Attachment Style and Why Does It Matter? A Conversation with Dr. Matthew Breuninger

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In this episode we interview Dr. Matthew Breuninger on attachment styles. Dr. Breuninger talks about:

  • What are the different attachment styles?
  • What forms our attachment style? 
  • Why is it important to know our own attachment style?
  • What areas of our lives does our attachment style most affect? 
  • Does our attachment style affect our relationship with God?
  • If we have an unhealthy attachment style, how can we develop secure attachment?

Dr. Matthew Breuninger is an assistant professor of psychology at Franciscan University of Steubenville. He earned an MA in Theology from Ave Maria University and a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Baylor University. Dr. Breuninger is a licensed clinical psychologist. His clinical interests include anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. His academic interests comprise the intersection of faith and psychology, psychology of religion, and virtue formation.

Resources Mentioned:

Wellspring Counseling: https://wellspringccc.com

Dr. Breuninger’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Freedom-Christ-Healing-Lifes/dp/1645852245

Instagram: @askacatholictherapist https://instagram.com/askacatholictherapist?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskaCatholicTherapist?fbclid=PAAaZsZyMZLDOAQMF5R5lT48q9ULz6QKGoI4CuQi6Y4zTEVRWfo063FsTGC-s

Conrad Baars: https://www.baarsinstitute.com/

Karen Purvis: https://child.tcu.edu/#sthash.mgrbYs4f.dpbs

Books by Conrad W. Baars: 

https://paulinestore.com/healing-the-unaffirmed-rev-2805-101014.html

https://www.baarsinstitute.com/shop/p/feeling-and-healing-your-emotions

Karen Purvis – https://child.tcu.edu/

Attached: https://www.attachedthebook.com/wordpress/about-the-book/

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Episode 52: Weight Gain & Body Image

Episode 52: Weight Gain & Body Image

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Let’s talk about weight gain, body image, disordered eating…and our own experience and journey.

 

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Episode 49: Social Media Influencers, “Caption Advice,” & Paraspiritualism

Episode 49: Social Media Influencers, “Caption Advice,” & Paraspiritualism

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It’s been a bit but we’re back with the start of season 4! This episode we talk about social media influencers, Christians with platforms, social media advice, paraspiritualism, and more.

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