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    Nuns Telling Jokes – Morning Jolt with Sr. Ignatia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 13:13


    He is Risen, Alleluia! To celebrate Christ's resurrection, we have a special podcast for you today: Nuns Telling Jokes. May these jokes bring you Easter joy!

    It's All An Elaborate Hoax – Daniel Harms – Short Catholic

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2021 5:08


    Daniel Harms talks about the last words of film critic, Roger Ebert, and the faith crisis of YouTubers. More from "Short Catholic" - https://spokestreet.com/short-catholic (https://spokestreet.com/short-catholic) Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent40 (https://spokestreet.com/lent40)

    The History of the Crucifixion – Doctor Doctor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 51:49


    Today, we remember the death of Jesus Christ. This episode from Doctor, Doctor discusses the history of the practice of crucifying people and what happens during a crucifixion to the human body from a medical point of view.  More from Doctor Doctor: https://spokestreet.com/doctor-doctor (https://spokestreet.com/doctor-doctor) Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent39 (https://spokestreet.com/lent39)

    Holy Week, Chrism Mass, Holy Thursday and Figuratively Washing Feet – Truth in Charity

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 45:23


    Today is Holy Thursday: the day we remember when Jesus instituted the Eucharist and washed the feet of His disciples. Today, Bishop Kevin Rhoades talks about how we are called to figuratively wash each other's feet, especially those who are struggling with the Church and feel lost or frustrated.  More from "Truth in Charity with Bishop Rhoades" https://spokestreet.com/truth-in-charity-2 Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/40podcasts/holy-week-truth-in-charity

    Holy Week – Ave Spotlight

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 16:39


    Fr. John Burns talks about how Holy Week gives us a chance to enter intentionally into the suffering of Christ. More from Ave Spotlight: https://spokestreet.com/ave-spotlight Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/40podcasts/holy-week-ave-spotlight/

    Be Bold in the Broken – Do Something Beautiful (with Mary Lenaburg)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 54:58


    Leah talks with gifted storyteller Mary Lenaburg about her new forthcoming book, Be Bold in the Broken. In this her second book, Mary —the author of Be Brave in the Scared—explores her journey to self-acceptance as she struggled to make sense of who she is and what she had to offer. Leah and Mary discuss More from Do Something Beautiful: https://spokestreet.com/do-something-beautiful Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/captivate-podcast/be-bold-in-the-broken-do-something-beautiful-with-mary-lenaburg/

    What Makes a Catholic a Catholic? – Ten Thousand Places

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 38:42


    On Saturday night, the Catholic Church will welcome thousands of people across the world into the Church, that is to say they will become Catholic. But, what makes a Catholic a Catholic? This podcast episode discusses the history of this process of Christian initiation and Catholic identity today. More about Ten Thousand Places: https://spokestreet.com/ten-thousand-places Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/captivate-podcast/what-makes-a-catholic-a-catholic-ten-thousand-places/

    World's Shortest Homily – Palm Sunday – Pray for 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2021 2:11


    Tomorrow we will celebrate Palm Sunday. Mike Kelly shares his experience of coming to know God in a personal way on Palm Sunday on a Spring break vacation at a Church far away from home. More from Pray for 2: https://spokestreet.com/pray-for-2/ Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/captivate-podcast/worlds-shortest-homily-palm-sunday-pray-for-2/

    God's Mercy – Building Through Him

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 29:43


    Our Lenten journeys are coming to an end. Today, Mary Jo Parrish has one question for you as we end this journey: Where are you going? This podcast reflects on God's mercy and how His love can transform our life. More from Building Through Him – Kingdom Builders: https://spokestreet.com/kingdom-builders Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/captivate-podcast/gods-mercy-building-through-him/

    Fatherhood, St. Joseph and the Annunciation – Catholic Sprouts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 7:07


    Today is the Annunciation! We don't usually think about St. Joseph on this day, but since this is the Year of St. Joseph, why not? More from Catholic Sprouts: https://spokestreet.com/catholic-sprouts Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/captivate-podcast/fatherhood-st-joseph-and-the-annunciation-catholic-sprouts/

    This Lent is on Fire – The Messy Family Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 36:29


    Has your lent felt like its gone up in smoke? The Hernon's has, literally! This podcast shares the story of a very trying moment that proved God's faithfulness. The original post, links, and video can be found at https://www.messyfamilyproject.org/mfp-109-our-lent-is-on-fire (https://www.messyfamilyproject.org/mfp-109-our-lent-is-on-fire) More from Messy Family Podcast: https://spokestreet.com/messy-family-project (https://spokestreet.com/messy-family-project) Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/40podcasts/this-lent-is-on-fire-the-messy-family-podcast/ (https://spokestreet.com/40podcasts/this-lent-is-on-fire-the-messy-family-podcast/)

    A Bus Crash with Haley Scott DeMaria – Irish Sports Saturday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 20:10


    Today's episode features an interview with Haley Scott DeMaria, a former swimmer at the University of Notre Dame. She was involved in the tragic 1992 snow storm bus crash. From going from never walking again to swimming and honoring the legacy of her teammates, Haley Scott DeMaria shares about her own journey of how this tragedy and suffering turned out to be a beautiful, transformative life experience. More from Irish Sports Saturdays: https://spokestreet.com/irish-sports-saturday/ (https://spokestreet.com/irish-sports-saturday/) Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/captivate-podcast/a-bus-crash-with-haley-scott-demaria-irish-sports-saturday/ (https://spokestreet.com/captivate-podcast/a-bus-crash-with-haley-scott-demaria-irish-sports-saturday/)

    Suffering – Renovo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 23:55


    Since when is suffering part of discipleship? Since forever. Here is why… More about the Renovo Podcast More Episodes: Show Notes: http://spokestreet.com/lent029 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent29/ (Suffering – Renovo) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Passion Sunday – The Sunday Word

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2021 9:21


    Tomorrow, we celebate Passion Sunday. Passion Sunday marks two weeks until Easter Sunday and the beginning of what we call Passiontide. Passiontide is a two week period, from tomorrow until Easter, that particularly reflects on the Passion of Jesus Christ. The Sunday Word podcast is back with us today to help us prepare for the […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent28/ (Passion Sunday – The Sunday Word) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Personal Devotion to St. Joseph – Morning Jolt

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 14:39


    Today we celebrate the solemnity of Saint Joseph. Sister Ignatia is back with us to share about her personal devotion to Saint Joseph and how you may grow in friendship with this saint as well. More from Morning Jolt More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent27 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent27/ (Personal Devotion to St. Joseph – Morning Jolt) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Christ of Saint John of the Cross – Catholic Art History

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 32:30


     Charles and Amanda Shepard talk about the conversion of Salvador Dali and his image of Jesus on the Cross. St. John of the Cross Sketch: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:John_of_the_Cross_crucifixion_sketch.jpg Dali's image: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christ_of_Saint_John_of_the_Cross More from Catholic Art History More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent26 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent26/ (Christ of Saint John of the Cross – Catholic Art History) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Growing in Love of Jesus Crucified – Do Something Beautiful

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 14:55


    Leah Darrow joins us today to remind us what Lent is all about. Lent is not about how much we are suffering by enduring our Lenten sacrifices and promises, but it is about growing in love with Jesus. More from Do Something Beautiful More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent25 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent25/ (Growing in Love of Jesus Crucified – Do Something Beautiful) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Questions of Jesus as Lenten Pilgrimage – Church Life Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 31:52


    Jesus asks a lot of questions in the Gospels. What are you looking for? Why do you call me good? How does your concern affect me? Does this shock you? Do you want to be well? Have you anything here to eat? And on and on. More about Church Life Today More Episodes: Show Notes: […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent24/ (Questions of Jesus as Lenten Pilgrimage – Church Life Today) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Making Jesus the Center of Lent – Domestic Church Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 27:15


    How do we keep Jesus at the center of Lent? It shouldn’t just be some hoops to jump through. Nancy and Bill break it down! More about The Domestic Church Project Podcast More Episodes: Show Notes: http://spokestreet.com/lent023 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent23/ (Making Jesus the Center of Lent – Domestic Church Project) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Laetare Sunday: Rejoicing in Expectation – Ten Thousand Places

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2021 34:06


    This week we celebrate Laetare Sunday, the half-way point of Lent. Ten Thousand Places discusses the significance of this Sunday and the way it forms our expectation and rejoicing for the celebrations that are to come in Easter More about Ten Thousand Places More Episodes: Show Notes: http://spokestreet.com/lent022 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent22/ (Laetare Sunday: Rejoicing in Expectation – Ten Thousand Places) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Stations of the Cross – Renovo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 19:29


    Stations of the cross are in most of our churches, and are a common Lenten prayer. But where did they originate? More about the Renovo Podcast More Episodes: Show Notes: http://spokestreet.com/lent021 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent21/ (Stations of the Cross – Renovo) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    A Father's Love – Short Catholic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 3:02


    Why would God the Father send his only Son to die for us? Today’s podcast is a reflection on that very question. More from Short Catholic More Episodes: Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent20 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent20/ (A Father’s Love – Short Catholic) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Wounds and Mercy – Building Through Him

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 19:50


    Jesus is always waiting there with open arms to receive us. We are God’s chosen ones. If God is for us, who can be against us? More from Building Through Him – Kingdom Builders More Episodes: Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent19 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent19/ (Wounds and Mercy – Building Through Him) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    An Invitation to God's Mercy Pt 1: An Interview with Fr. Josh Johnson – Abiding Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 34:15


    Abiding Together spends some time with dear friend, Fr. Josh Johnson, to discuss the invitation to God's mercy as we prepare for the season of Lent. Fr. Josh shares his own personal stories of healing through the sacrament of confession Link to original podcast and show notes. And catch part 2 here. More from Abiding […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent18/ (An Invitation to God’s Mercy Pt 1: An Interview with Fr. Josh Johnson – Abiding Together) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Finding Your Saint friend – St. John of God – Morning Jolt

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 16:18


    Sister Ignatia sits down with Sister Karol Ann to talk about how St. John of God introduced her to discover even more Saint friends. More from Morning Jolt More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent17 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent17/ (Finding Your Saint friend – St. John of God – Morning Jolt) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Third Sunday of Lent – The Sunday Word

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2021 10:10


    Fr. Matt Coonan and Fr. Drew Curry give a preview of the readings coming up in this Sunday’s Mass. They discuss how on our Lenten journey we should root out our sin and bad habits that keep us from being a temple for Jesus Christ. The Readings for Sunday: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030721-YearB.cfm (note, your Mass could use […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent16/ (Third Sunday of Lent – The Sunday Word) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    First Grade Art Project – Pray for 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 2:11


    Today, Mike Kelly shares a 2 minute reflection on a moment in his life where he came to know of God’s love and faithfulness in a new way. More from Pray for 2 More Episodes: Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent15 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent15/ (First Grade Art Project – Pray for 2) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Hope and Healing in Times of Trial – Abiding Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 34:23


    In this episode, “Hope and Healing in Times of Trial, Sister Miriam,” Michelle and Heather talk about their own personal journeys through the hardships of life. Their vulnerable conversation shares how hoping in Jesus allowed for their own healing and growth. Link to original podcast and show notes. More from Abiding Together More Episodes: Show […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent14/ (Hope and Healing in Times of Trial – Abiding Together) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Anxiety is Prayer Waiting to Happen – Doctor Doctor

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 49:46


    Harvard psychiatrist, Dr. Kevin Majeres, joins Dr. Tom McGovern, and Dr. Chris Stroud, to share practical tips on living with anxiety, especially how we can use moments of stress and anxiety to grow in faith and unite ourselves to God in prayer. This episode encourages us to seek God in all that we are experiencing. […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent13/ (Anxiety is Prayer Waiting to Happen – Doctor Doctor) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Learning about Lent from Saints – Catholic Sprouts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 9:18


    Today's episode reflects on the Lenten pillar of prayer through the life of St. Agnes of Bohemia, the saint who's feast day is celebrated today. Through the life of St. Agnes of Bohemia, we are reminded that becoming closer to God and more like Him is our goal in Lent. More from Catholic Sprouts More […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent12/ (Learning about Lent from Saints – Catholic Sprouts) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Helping Busy Parents Pray Through Lent, with Maria Morrow – Church Life Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 27:23


    A good reminder for families, but also, something to consider for those without children as well! More from Church Life Today More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent11 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent11/ (Helping Busy Parents Pray Through Lent, with Maria Morrow – Church Life Today) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Readings from the 2nd Sunday of Lent – Morning Jolt

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2021 14:07


    Sister Ignatia helps us prepare for Sunday's Gospel reading in this reflection on the Transfiguration. More from Morning Jolt More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent10 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent10/ (Readings from the 2nd Sunday of Lent – Morning Jolt) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Your Life is a Miracle, so Act Like It (with John O'Leary‪)‬ – Do Something Beautiful

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 47:58


    Today's episode features Leah Darrow's conversation with John O'Leary, a burn survivor, where they discuss how John found motivation after tragedy and how he continues to have hope in his life. John's perspective is one that can encourage us all to persevere in our trials by seeking refuge in God and His presence. More from […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent09/ (Your Life is a Miracle, so Act Like It (with John O'Leary‪)‬ – Do Something Beautiful) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Prodigal Son – What can we learn from each character? – Catholicism with My Kid

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 11:40


    Kyle Heimann sits down with his son Frank to discuss the popular Gospel story of the Prodigal Son. Their conversation reminds us of the greatness of God's mercy for us and the joy we can have with others growing closer to Christ. More from Catholicism with My Kid More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent08/ (Prodigal Son – What can we learn from each character? – Catholicism with My Kid) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Interview with Mark Herzlich – Irish Sports Saturday

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 14:42


    In 2009, Mark Herzlich was a Boston College football star when suddenly he was diagnosed with cancer. He found an unexpected friend in his fight. A Notre Dame loving nun from Indiana starting writing to Mark. The two struck a friendship and Mark grew in his faith and says the power of prayer was a […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent07/ (Interview with Mark Herzlich – Irish Sports Saturday) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood – 2 Minute Takes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 1:39


    One of the three traditional Lenten practices is almsgiving. Today's brief podcast episode reflects on the themes of almsgiving and friendship through the film A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. More from 2 Minute Takes More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent06 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent06/ (A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood – 2 Minute Takes) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Lent and Your Family – The Messy Family Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 49:09


    Looking for ideas on how to celebrate Lent as a couple or as a family? Listen in! When a married person celebrates Lent, especially when they have children, it looks very different than how a single person or religious does it. Cana90 and Stations Books More from Messy Family Podcast More Episodes from “40 Podcasts […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent05/ (Lent and Your Family – The Messy Family Podcast) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Temptations of Jesus in the Desert – Truth in Charity with Bishop Rhoades

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 26:35


    Bishop reflects upon the temptations of Jesus in the desert and how we can avoid temptation. More from Truth in Charity with Bishop Rhoades More Episodes from “40 Podcasts for Lent” Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent04 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent04/ (Temptations of Jesus in the Desert – Truth in Charity with Bishop Rhoades) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Saints That Turned Around, Pope and Lent, Overwhelmed – The Daily Refill

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 8:09


    Andrea Serrani talks about 3 things in 8 minutes. Today's episode talks about Saints that turned their lives around, a message from Pope Francis for Lent 2021, and how to survive Lent if you are feeling overwhelmed. More from The Daily Refill More Episodes: Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent03 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent03/ (Saints That Turned Around, Pope and Lent, Overwhelmed – The Daily Refill) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Waymaker: Jesus, the Way, the Truth, and the Life – Abiding Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 33:36


    This is part three of a series on the Person of Jesus revealed in Scripture and what it means to personally know Jesus as the Way, the Truth and the Life. Heather, Michelle, and Sr. Miriam talk about how relevant this is right now as we struggle to see a way forward in the craziness […] The post https://spokestreet.com/lent02/ (Waymaker: Jesus, the Way, the Truth, and the Life – Abiding Together) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Lent – Renovo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 20:09


    Let's kick this Lent off right! Doug Tooke explains what this is all about. More about the Renovo Podcast More Episodes: Show Notes: http://spokestreet.com/lent01 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent01/ (Lent – Renovo) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

    Trailer – 40 Podcasts for Lent

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2021 0:57


    40 Podcasts for Lent We'll send you 40 podcasts over the 40 days of Lent — all from inviting, authentic Catholic voices. Just like yours. Thanks for joining us on this journey. Please spread the word and invite others to be inspired this Lent! For more great podcasts, check out http://spokestreet.com Show Notes: https://spokestreet.com/lent000 The post https://spokestreet.com/lent000/ (Trailer – 40 Podcasts for Lent) appeared first on https://spokestreet.com (Spoke Street).

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