Category: Faith
Episode 14: My Reversion – Jacque’s Faith Journey

Episode 14: My Reversion – Jacque’s Faith Journey

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Is God present in our suffering? Does he have a heart for those struggling? In this episode, Jacque talks about her struggle with these questions and reversion to the Catholic faith through the intercession of Mary, the Mother of God, the Eucharist, and loving and supportive community. She talks about what drove her away from the faith and the endless patience and mercy God conveyed as she made her way back.

Resources:

Litany of Humility

Totus Tuus Maria

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Episode 13: I’m 24 and I’ve Never Had a Boyfriend – Reflections on Singleness

Episode 13: I’m 24 and I’ve Never Had a Boyfriend – Reflections on Singleness

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There is this idea embedded in our culture, and specifically our Christian culture, that something is wrong with you if you aren’t dating, in a relationship, or being pursued by guys. Most women have a deep desire to be united to another. In this episode, Jacque and Megan both reflect on the struggles (and the beauty) of singleness. 

Resources:

“My Sisters the Saints” by Colleen Carol Campbell

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Episode 12: Becoming One – Reflections on Marriage

Episode 12: Becoming One – Reflections on Marriage

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Everyone says the first year of marriage is the “hardest”, but is that true? What is that first year like? What is some practical advice for young couples preparing for marriage? In this episode, Megan reflects on her first year and what she has personally learned through the experience.

Some GREAT books recommendations from Megan on marriage:

The Meaning of Marriage by Tim and Kathy Keller

The Marriage Builder by Dr. Larry Crabb

Tying the Knot by Rob Green

 

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Episode 8: Battling Depression and Anxiety – A Story of Healing & Perseverance

Episode 8: Battling Depression and Anxiety – A Story of Healing & Perseverance

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In this episode, Jacque discusses her life-long battle with major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. She discusses her experience with therapy and medication and the healing she has undergone.

Warning: This episode discusses suicide and suicide ideations.

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

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Episode 7: My Journey with Anxiety

Episode 7: My Journey with Anxiety

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Everyone’s experience with anxiety is different, but in this episode, Megan details how anxiety has affected her throughout her life. Although she still struggles, Megan outlines areas in her life where she has seen healing, how mental illness has affected her spiritual life, and her feelings towards medication. Your story may be different, but we hope you are encouraged in knowing that you are not alone.

Warning: This episode discusses mental illness, specifically anxiety disorders, suicidal ideation, and vague mentions of self-harm. 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

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Episode 6: Hinduism to Catholicism – A Conversion Testimony

Episode 6: Hinduism to Catholicism – A Conversion Testimony

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Meet Priyanka, our first guest! In this episode, Priyanka shares her testimony of growing up Hindu, her journey of doubt and questioning, and finally her conversion to Catholicism in college. Testimonies aren’t always a one-time event, oftentimes it is a long and sometimes difficult journey. We hope that by listening to Priyanka’s story, you become more encouraged in your own faith walk.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Litany of Trust

Litany of Humility

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Episode 5: The Path of Healing is the Valley of Death

Episode 5: The Path of Healing is the Valley of Death

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Healing is not linear and often is not spontaneous. How do we find hope in healing? What does the process look like?

In this episode, Jacque discusses what she has learned about healing in her own life. Many of her thoughts come from listening to podcast The Place We Find Ourselves hosted by counselor Adam Young, a three part series of healing where he brings in both the clinical, psychological, but also the deeply spiritual elements of healing and how they very much coincide.

PODCAST MENTIONED: The Place We Find Ourselves

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Episode 4: Living with an Eating Disorder

Episode 4: Living with an Eating Disorder

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Eating disorders and disordered eating run rampant in our society today. In this episode, Jacque discusses her own struggles with an eating disorder and how she found healing, both physically and spiritually.

Warning: This episode discusses disordered eating, body image issues, and eating disorders.

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Episode 3: Working on the Front-Lines of the Pro-Life Movement

Episode 3: Working on the Front-Lines of the Pro-Life Movement

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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work at a pro-life crisis pregnancy center? Do they actually help women? Do they only care about the baby until it’s born? In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss working on the frontlines of the pro-life movement, the lessons they have learned, and the struggles they have faced.

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Episode 2: Anxiety – Stigma and Struggles

Episode 2: Anxiety – Stigma and Struggles

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What is anxiety? Should you take medication? Can Christians struggle with anxiety? In this episode, Jacque and Megan dive into these questions and more while discussing their personal struggles with anxiety and the stigmas they have faced.

BOOK MENTIONED: I Believe in Love: A Personal Retreat Based on the Teaching of St. Thérèse of Lisieux by Jean C. J. d’Elbée
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