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A Catholic Podcast from Ken and Janelle Yasinski about intentional Catholic living. Explore topics like marriage, parenting, sacraments,  Marian devotions and cultural issues. Enhance your faith with daily reflections during Advent and Lent. Together let’s live the Catholic life. www.kenandjanelle.com

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    The Catholic Minute podcast has been an incredible source of inspiration and education for me on my faith journey. Hosted by Ken and Janelle, this podcast goes beyond just teaching the basic principles of Catholicism; it delves deeper into the why's and how's of our beliefs. I am truly grateful for the dedication and effort that Ken and Janelle put into this podcast, as their teachings have helped me to better understand my faith and develop a closer relationship with God.

    One of the best aspects of The Catholic Minute podcast is the way in which Ken and Janelle are able to break down complex theological concepts into easy-to-understand bite-sized episodes. They have a knack for taking deep truths from Scripture, Church teachings, and traditions, and presenting them in a way that is relatable and accessible to all listeners. Whether you are a lifelong Catholic or new to the faith, their explanations will surely resonate with you and help deepen your understanding.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the variety of content it offers. From monthly prayers to night prayers, novenas, and explanations of Catholic teachings, there is something for everyone in The Catholic Minute. This diverse range of topics keeps each episode fresh and engaging, ensuring that listeners never tire of tuning in. Additionally, Ken and Janelle's enthusiasm for their faith shines through in every episode, making it easy to feel motivated and excited about deepening our own understanding.

    While it may seem near impossible to find any faults with such a wonderful podcast like The Catholic Minute, if I had one criticism it would be that there aren't enough episodes released each week. This is purely selfish on my part because I simply can't get enough of their insightful teachings. However, I do understand that producing high-quality content takes time and effort. Nonetheless, I find myself eagerly awaiting each new episode so I can continue my journey towards spiritual growth.

    In conclusion, The Catholic Minute podcast is a true gem for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Catholic faith. Ken and Janelle's ability to teach complex concepts in a relatable manner is unmatched, and their passion for their faith is evident in every episode. I am forever grateful for the knowledge and inspiration I have gained from this podcast, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to grow in their relationship with God. May God bless Ken, Janelle, and their beautiful family as they continue to inspire countless individuals on their faith journeys.



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    Christmas Eve Message: The Lord Will Come and Save Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 1:56


    Send us a textChristmas Eve Catholic message of hope and gratitude. On this holy night, the Yasinski family shares a heartfelt Christmas blessing and thanks you for journeying with us through Advent as we await the coming of Christ.Merry Christmas from the Yasinski family to all of you who have journeyed with us this Advent. We are deeply grateful for your prayers, your time, and your support. Because of you, we are able to continue sharing the Catholic faith on YouTube. Without you, there would be no channel. Thank you for being part of our lives, and may the Lord who comes tonight fill your home with His peace and glory.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Why Mary Keeps Appearing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 8:24


    Send us a textWhy does the Blessed Virgin Mary keep appearing — across centuries, cultures, and continents?From Fatima and Lourdes to Akita, Kibeho, Aokpe, and Champion, Heaven repeats the same call again and again.In this episode of Catholic Minute, Ken and Janelle explore why Mary appears in times of crisis — and what Heaven is asking of us today.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Fatima: The Miracle of the Sun Was a Warning

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 13:36 Transcription Available


    Send us a textMore than 70,000 people witnessed the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima — but Heaven was not putting on a spectacle.According to Sister Lucia, Fatima was a warning: a call to repentance, conversion, and prayer meant for the world today.On October 13, 1917, believers, skeptics, journalists, and government officials gathered at Cova da Iria in Portugal. In pouring rain, they witnessed the sun move, spin, and plunge toward the earth — an event now known as the Miracle of the Sun, one of the most documented supernatural events in modern history.But while the crowd watched the sky, the children of Fatima saw something more — visions that revealed why Our Lady came and what Heaven was urgently asking of the world.What Our Lady of Fatima Was Warning Us About? The Miracle of the Sun was not the message. It was meant to confirm the message.Our Lady of Fatima came with a maternal warning:A call to repentance and conversionA summons to pray the Rosary dailyAn invitation to penance and sacrificeA plea to console the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of MaryA sobering revelation of the reality of sin, judgment, and hellAs Sister Lucia later wrote,“The message of Fatima is in its entirety a call to conversion — and that call is for us today.”Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    The O Antiphons Explained: The Church's Hidden Countdown to Christmas (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 6:26 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThe O Antiphons Explained — the Church's hidden Advent countdown to Christmas that most Catholics have never been taught.From December 17–23, the Church secretly proclaims a message in the liturgy that points to the coming of Christ — and it's hidden in plain sight.For the final days of Advent, the Church shifts the entire focus of the liturgy toward the imminent arrival of Jesus Christ. Beginning on December 17, Catholics pray the O Antiphons — ancient titles of Christ drawn directly from Scripture — during Evening Prayer and at Mass.In this episode, Father Cristino reveals how these seven antiphons — O Sapientia, O Adonai, O Radix Jesse, O Clavis David, O Oriens, O Rex Gentium, and O Emmanuel — are intentionally arranged to form a hidden Latin message when read in reverse.That message?“Ero cras.” — “Tomorrow, I will come.”This is not a coincidence. It is a profound example of how the Church's liturgy quietly teaches theology, Scripture, and longing for Christ — not through explanation, but through prayer itself.In this conversation, you'll discover:• What the O Antiphons are and where they come from• Why they are prayed only from December 17–23• How O Come, O Come Emmanuel is rooted in the liturgy• The hidden Advent message encoded in the antiphons• Why surrendering to the Church's liturgical rhythm forms us more deeply than we realizeThis episode will change the way you experience Advent — and help you enter Christmas with greater awe, anticipation, and faith.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Fatima Before the Miracle of the Sun: The Angel of Peace and the Eucharist

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 9:13 Transcription Available


    Send us a textBefore the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima, the Angel of Peace appeared and gave the Holy Eucharist to three shepherd children — a hidden chapter of the Fatima apparitions most Catholics have never heard.Long before October 1917, heaven prepared the world through Eucharistic adoration, sacrifice, and reparation — revealing why Fatima is ultimately about conversion, not spectacle.Most Catholics associate Fatima with the Miracle of the Sun witnessed by tens of thousands.But before the crowds, before the controversy, before Our Lady ever appeared, God sent an angel.In this episode of Advent Daily, we uncover the forgotten angelic apparitions at Fatima, when the Angel of Peace visited Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta — teaching them how to pray, how to suffer for sinners, and how to adore Jesus truly present in the Holy Eucharist.This episode explores:The Angel of Peace and the Fatima apparitionsThe exact prayers he taught the childrenThe Eucharistic Communion given by an angelWhy sacrifice and reparation came before Marian apparitionsHow this hidden preparation led directly to the Miracle of the SunSupport the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Our Lady of Kibeho: The Approved Marian Apparition That Warned of Genocide

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 9:41


    Send us a textOur Lady of Kibeho is the only Vatican-approved Marian apparition in Africa — and her message included a prophetic warning of genocide. Years before the 1994 Rwanda genocide, the Virgin Mary appeared to three schoolgirls, calling the world to repentance, prayer, and conversion before unimaginable violence would unfold.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Our Lady of Aokpe: Mediatrix of All Graces and the Eucharistic Sign

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 10:09 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThe Marian title Mediatrix of All Graces is at the heart of the reported apparitions of Our Lady of Aokpe in Nigeria—one of the most little-known Catholic events of the modern era.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    The Fire Stopped at the Fence Line — Our Lady of Champion, America's Only Approved Apparition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 12:36 Transcription Available


    Send us a textDuring the deadliest wildfire in American history, a wall of fire swept across Wisconsin — but stopped at the fence line of the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. This is the true story of Our Lady of Champion, the only approved Marian apparition in the United States.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Our Lady of Guadalupe: Winter Roses Filled His Tilma… Then the Image Appeared (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 9:52 Transcription Available


    Send us a textOur Lady of Guadalupe and the miraculous tilma. Winter roses in December, a humble cloak, and the image that appeared by the hand of God.This is the moment that changed history and transformed the faith of an entire continent.In this Advent episode, Father Cristino shares the true story behind the Tilma miracle: the roses gathered on Tepeyac Hill, the sign given to the bishop, and the supernatural image that appeared instantly on Juan Diego's cloak. This single event ignited one of the largest conversions in Church history and continues to inspire millions of Catholics today.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    The Children Froze in Place… Then Our Lady of Revelation Appeared

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 16:03 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIn today's episode of Advent Daily, we revisit the miraculous events at Tre Fontane, where three children witnessed the Virgin Mary in a burst of supernatural light. Their father—bitter toward the Church and lost in spiritual darkness—never expected that this apparition would ignite one of the most dramatic Catholic conversions ever recorded.As the children knelt in awe, the Lady in white appeared before them, radiant and peaceful. This encounter with Our Lady of Revelation shattered years of hostility in their father's heart and revealed the mercy, truth, and maternal intercession of Mary in a profound way.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Akita Miracle: The Tumor That Vanished Overnight Through Our Lady's Intercession

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 7:39 Transcription Available


    Send us a textToday's episode tells the astonishing true story of Teresa Chong, a mother of four in Seoul who fell into a coma with an aggressive, inoperable brain tumor. Doctors said there was no chance of recovery. Her family prepared for her death.Then a simple photograph of the weeping statue of Akita was placed beneath her pillow… and Heaven moved.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Akita: Our Lady's Urgent Warning to the Catholic Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 13:28 Transcription Available


    Send us a textOur Lady of Akita: Verified Miracle, Marian Warning, Catholic MessageIn the 1970s, at a convent in Akita, Japan, a wooden statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary began to weep human tears. Scientific testing confirmed the fluids were human tears, human sweat, and human blood. Across multiple years, the statue cried 101 times, witnessed by sisters, clergy, medical professionals, and investigators.Sister Agnes Sasagawa, a member of the Handmaids of the Eucharist, received messages from Our Lady calling for prayer, penance, the Rosary, Eucharistic reparation, and fidelity to Catholic teaching. Her medically documented total deafness was instantly healed during Eucharistic adoration on October 13, the anniversary of the final Fatima apparition.After examining scientific reports, witness testimony, theological studies, and documented healings, Bishop John Ito declared the events of Akita to be of supernatural origin and approved devotion to Our Lady of Akita.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    1,000 Hail Marys… Then Mary Spoke to Her

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 9:30


    Send us a textA young Catholic nun prays 1,000 Hail Marys a day for nine straight days, preparing for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Then, during this Advent devotion, the Blessed Mother appears and speaks a message that transforms her soul. Today we explore this remarkable Marian encounter and the exact words Mary gave to her.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Advent's Hidden Meaning: The Two Comings of Christ Most Catholics Forget (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 8:59


    Send us a textMost Catholics think Advent is only about preparing for Christmas, but the Church teaches something far deeper. Advent has a hidden meaning rooted in the two Comings of Christ: His birth in Bethlehem and His return in glory at the end of time.This episode with Fr. Cristino explains the forgotten meaning of Advent and why the Church begins this season with readings about judgment, vigilance, and the end of the world.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    When Mary Saved a Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 8:29 Transcription Available


    Send us a textTHE INCREDIBLE CATHOLIC MIRACLE OF CLAUDE NEWMANThis is one of the most powerful Marian conversion stories in modern Catholic history — a miracle connected to the Miraculous Medal, Our Lady's intercession, and the grace of Holy Mother Church.In 1944, a young prisoner named Claude Newman — with no Christian upbringing and no understanding of the Catholic faith — encounters a mysterious lady glowing with peace. She speaks one invitation that opens the door to his salvation:"If you would like me to be your mother, and you would like to be my child, send for a Catholic priest."Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    The Marian Apparition Catherine Labouré Never Revealed

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 10:47


    Send us a textCatherine Labouré received a Marian apparition the Church approved — but she never revealed her identity. This video explores The Marian Apparition Catherine Labouré Never Revealed: the Miraculous Medal, Mary's message, and the symbols Heaven entrusted to her.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    A Nun Ran at Lourdes — My Great Uncle the Priest Saw It Happen

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 7:40


    Send us a textA nun paralyzed by multiple sclerosis suddenly ran at Lourdes — and my great-uncle, a Catholic priest, witnessed the entire miracle. This is the forgotten Lourdes healing that every Catholic should know.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Lourdes: Mary's Warning for This Advent

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 9:31 Transcription Available


    Send us a textMary's warning at Lourdes wasn't only for 1858 — it's for us right now, in a world distracted, divided, and starving for grace.This Advent, we return to the grotto to hear what Heaven asked… and why the message still matters.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Advent Begins With a Miracle: Mary Returned a Man's Amputated Leg

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 10:00 Transcription Available


    Send us a textAn amputated leg… restored overnight. On this first day of Advent, we begin with one of the most medically documented miracles in Catholic history—and the Marian apparition tradition connected to it.If you're starting Advent seeking hope, healing, or renewed faith, this miracle sets the tone for the entire season.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Mary's Apparitions This Advent: A Daily Message From Heaven (Ken & Janelle)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 8:38 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWant to hear Heaven's message through Mary's apparitions this Advent?Advent begins this Sunday, and we're very excited to share what we've prepared for this year's journey.This year's Advent Daily Series is called Heaven Speaks — and each day we'll explore a different approved apparition of Mary, her message, and how we can apply it to our own lives as we prepare our hearts for Jesus.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Ad Orientem: The Ancient Posture We've Forgotten (Fr Dan: Ep 6)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 35:14 Transcription Available


    Send us a textMost Catholics have never experienced the ancient posture of the Mass—ad orientem—where priest and people face the Lord together, and many don't even know why it mattered for nearly 2,000 years. In this episode of Ad Orientem: The Ancient Posture We've Forgotten, we look at what the Church and Vatican II actually teach about Mass orientation, “full and active participation,” and how this posture can help restore belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    If God Forgives Everything… Why Still Purgatory? (Ken and Janelle)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 10:12 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIf God forgives all our sins, why does Purgatory still exist? Many Catholics struggle with this question, and today we unpack what the Church actually teaches about forgiveness, purification, and God's perfect love.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Ad Orientem Unveiled: What Vatican II Really Taught (Fr Dan: Ep 5)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 32:47 Transcription Available


    Send us a textDid Vatican II require the priest to face the people? Short answer: no.In this episode, we unpack *ad orientem*—what it is, what the Roman Missal actually says, and why the Church's worship faces the Lord.— EPISODE SUMMARY —Fr. Dan and Ken walk through the Church's teaching and practice on Mass orientation. We clarify common misconceptions about Vatican II, explain the idea of “liturgical East,” look at the Roman Missal rubrics that tell the priest when to turn and face the people, and review the year-2000 Vatican clarification that versus populum is an option—not an obligation. Pastoral takeaways: mutual openness, reverence, and a vertical focus on God.— KEY POINTS —• What “ad orientem” means: priest and people facing the Lord together  • “Liturgical East”: crucifix/tabernacle as our shared focus  • Vatican II: what it did—and did **not**—say about orientation  • 1964 instruction on freestanding altars: an option for celebration facing the people  • Roman Missal rubrics: why “turn to face the people” appears (and what that implies)  • 2000 clarification (CDW): facing the people is **not** obligatory  • Benedict XVI (Cardinal Ratzinger): avoid labels; seek the best realization of the liturgy  • Pastoral how-to: reintroducing ad orientem prudently and catechetically— QUOTES/REFERENCES —• Michael Lang, *Turning Towards the Lord* (foreword by Joseph Ratzinger)  • General Instruction / Roman Missal rubrics (on turning to face the people)  • CDW, 2000 clarification on celebration facing the people— CHAPTERS —00:00 Intro — Ad Orientem Unveiled: What Vatican II Really Taught01:04 Homily begins: Fr Dan Yasinski: What Vatican II didn't say03:08 What “Ad Orientem” means & it's historical significance 05:28 Why “Liturgical East” matters (crucifix & tabernacle as focus)06:21 Does the Church allow for Ad Orientem?09:53 Benedict XVI (Ratzinger): mutual openness, not labels11:38 Interview with Fr Dan Begins - Did Vatican ask priest to face the people?15:36 Q&A segment: What are the rubrics? 18:24 How are the rubrics over looked?19:58 Why are the instructions from the Vatican on Ad Orientem ignored?22:32 Responding to the critics of Ad Orientem worship27:27 Is Ad Orientem worship non-inclusive?30:46 Conclusion & invitation: “We turn to the Lord”If this blessed you, please follow/rate the show and share it with a friend.  Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Pope Leo's First 6 Months: Concern or Reason for Hope? (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 39:14 Transcription Available


    Send us a textMany Catholics are watching Pope Leo closely — some with hope, others with concern. What kind of shepherd will he be for the Church?  In this candid conversation, Fr. Cristino Bouvette joins Ken Yasinski to reflect on Pope Leo's first six months as successor of St. Peter — his tone, gestures, and early decisions — and what they reveal about the direction of the Church today.  Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    The Sacred Reason Why Latin Still Belongs in the Mass (Ep 4: Fr Dan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 36:12 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhy does the Catholic Church still use Latin in the Mass? Discover the sacred reason this ancient language continues to unite, elevate, and sanctify our worship.In this episode, Fr. Dan Yasinski and Ken Yasinski uncover the sacred reason Latin still belongs in the Catholic Mass—and how this ancient language continues to draw souls deeper into the mystery of God. Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    How Worship Built Civilization — and What's Replacing It (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 21:58


    Send us a textFor centuries, worship shaped the world we live in — from art and architecture to culture itself. But what happens when we stop worshipping God and start worshipping ourselves?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Vatican II and Latin: What We Forgot About the Mass (Fr Dan: Ep 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 34:37 Transcription Available


    Send us a textMany Catholics assume Vatican II got rid of Latin in the Catholic Mass — but that's not what the Council taught.In this episode, Fr. Dan Yasinski and Ken Yasinski explore the Catholic Church's true teaching on Latin, the Mass, and the Sacred Liturgy.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Reclaiming Halloween: What Catholics Forgot (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 8:48 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIs Halloween something Catholics should avoid — or something we should reclaim?

    Ep 2 - The Catholic Mass: Restoring the Sacred Through Tradition (Fr Dan Yasinski)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 43:50 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThe Catholic Mass: Restoring the Sacred Through TraditionHave we forgotten what makes the Mass sacred?Every generation receives the liturgy as a gift — but not every generation guards it the same way. In this episode, Fr. Dan Yasinski and I explore how Sacred Tradition is the heart of the liturgy — and why recovering that understanding can renew the Church today.We'll look at:➡️ Why Tradition is at the heart of the Catholic liturgy➡️ Why we shouldn't chase either antiquity or novelty➡️ How Tradition develops under the guidance of the Holy Spirit➡️ What “Restoring the Sacred” really means for today's worshipThis is part two of our series on The Catholic Liturgy: The Reform of the Reform — a deeper look at how the Church's worship can once again draw hearts to God in reverence and truth.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Pope John Paul II Changed Everything — Even How We Met

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 13:29 Transcription Available


    Send us a textPope John Paul II changed everything for us — even how we met.In this special episode, released for his feast day, we share how St. John Paul II shaped our lives, our marriage, and our mission. His call for a New Evangelization didn't just renew the Church — it gave us direction, purpose, and eventually, each other.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    What Pope Benedict Tried to Warn Us About After Vatican II (Fr Dan Yasinski)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 38:58 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhat Pope Benedict tried to warn us about... we're living through today.For over 2,000 years, the Church's liturgy developed slowly and organically — until the 1960s, when everything changed. In this first episode of our new Liturgy Series with Fr. Dan Yasinski, we explore what the Second Vatican Council actually taught about the liturgy, and what was implemented afterward.Pope Benedict XVI once wrote that the crisis in the Church today is largely due to the disintegration of the liturgy.Was he right?Did the Church go too far after Vatican II?And how does the way we worship shape what we believe?Join Ken Yasinski and Fr. Dan Yasinski as they discuss the heart of the Church's worship, the meaning of true liturgical reform, and why the renewal of the Church always begins at the altar.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    We Watched Our FIRST Catholic YouTube Video… 11 Years Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 21:19 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIt's hard to believe—it's been 11 years since we uploaded our very first Catholic YouTube video. Looking back, we had no idea what we were doing! But through every awkward moment, small beginning, and leap of faith, God's grace (and your prayers) have carried this ministry forward.In our newest video, we're taking a lighthearted (and humbling!) look back at where it all began — and we couldn't help but think of you, because you've been part of this journey.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Our Lady of Victory: How the Rosary changed the Course of History (Fr Penna)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 29:57 Transcription Available


    Send us a textToday is the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary — a celebration born from a miraculous victory in history. When Christian forces faced impossible odds, believers prayed the Rosary… and heaven answered.In this new episode, Fr. Penna joins us to share the incredible story of that victory — how faith, prayer, and Our Lady's intercession changed the course of history.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Can Catholics Support the Death Penalty After Charlie Kirk's Murder?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 42:26 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIn the wake of Charlie Kirk's murder, the death penalty has once again become a hot topic. Many Catholics are asking: Can we, in good conscience, support it?In this week's video, I sit down with Fr. Cristino to unpack the Church's teaching on the death penalty — from Scripture and tradition, through St. John Paul II, to Pope Francis today.This is not just about politics. It's about justice, mercy, and the dignity of every human life.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Charlie Kirk's Death: A Catholic Priest's Urgent Warning (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 31:05 Transcription Available


    Send us a textCharlie Kirk's shocking death has left many Catholics asking deeper questions. In this conversation, Fr. Cristino shares his first reaction, the cultural dangers behind this tragedy, and why the Catholic faith is the only true antidote to the rising division and violence in our world.Was Charlie Kirk on the path toward the Catholic Church before his death? What do his final words about the Blessed Virgin Mary reveal? And what warning should Catholics take seriously in these troubled times?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Charlie Kirk's Death: The Shocking Evil Celebrated

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 15:24 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThe passing of Charlie Kirk has sparked strong reactions across our culture. In this video, we take a closer look at the shocking way some people have responded, and why celebrating the loss of any human life is deeply troubling.Charlie Kirk was known for his bold defense of truth, family, and freedom. His message reached countless people, and even in hostile environments, he stood firm in presenting his convictions with clarity. But now, as disturbing celebrations emerge in response to his death, we are forced to confront a bigger question: What does this reveal about our society?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    From Girlfriend to Priesthood - My Brother's Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 34:09 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThis week I had the joy of sitting down with my own brother, Father Dan, for his very first appearance on our channel. He opened up about his powerful vocation story—how he discerned between marriage and the priesthood, and the moment he realized he had one life to live, and must live it for the Lord.#vocationstory #priesthoodSupport the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Bishop Barron on Minnesota Catholic Tragedy: Faith and Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 9:45 Transcription Available


    Send us a textThe recent Minnesota school shooting was nothing less than diabolical—children attacked while at prayer. While nothing compares to the tragedy of lives lost, what followed was another wound: media voices mocking prayer.In this week's new episode, we look at Bishop Barron's strong response. He reminds us that prayer is not “doing nothing.” Rather, it is lifting our hearts to God while also moving us to act with courage and faith.I invite you to listen to this important reflection. In times of tragedy, when the world mocks faith, it's consoling to hear a bishop rise up and defend it.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    The Hidden Damage of Sin: Why Society Has Lost All Reason

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 14:15 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIn Canada, euthanasia (MAiD) has shockingly become one of the leading causes of death—proof of how far society has lost its reason. But this loss isn't random… it's the hidden damage of sin.In our latest episode, I share the 3 deadly effects of sin: how it darkens the mind, weakens the will, and enslaves the heart. Understanding these truths is vital if we want to remain faithful in a world that calls evil good and good evil.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    8 Kids. One Van. 3,500 km. Catholic Family Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 20:32 Transcription Available


    Send us a textJoin our Catholic family of 10 on a faith-filled 3,500km road trip across Western Canada! With rosaries in hand, we packed one van with love, prayer, and snacks for a 14-day adventure from Saskatchewan's prairies to Vancouver Island's breathtaking coastlines. Share in the joy, chaos, and blessings as we explore Canmore, Banff, Yoho National Park, and more, all while growing closer to God. From praying the Rosary on the road to marveling at orcas on the ferry, beachcombing at Rathtrevor Beach, and hiking Hornby Island's cliffs, this journey celebrates Catholic family life. Despite a sketchy motel and tummy troubles, our faith kept us strong. Subscribe for more Catholic family adventures and share your faithful travel stories below!Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    From Bricklayer to Sacred Artist: A Convert's Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 31:07 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhy does sacred art matter—especially in the journey of a Catholic convert?In this moving episode, Ken speaks with Derek, a Catholic convert and stone carver, about his unexpected journey from Evangelicalism to Catholicism… and from bricklaying to creating breathtaking sacred art that now adorns sanctuaries.

    Contraception's Sin? Catholic Truth Exposed!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 22:47 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhy does the Catholic Church call contraception a sin?Join Fr. Cristino and I for a heartfelt dive into Humanae Vitae's wisdom, uncovering why contraception is seen as intrinsically evil and how Natural Family Planning (NFP) lights a faithful path for couples.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Is Catholicism Jesus' True Church? (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 29:04 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIs Catholicism truly the Church Jesus founded? Join Father Cristino as he explores why the Catholic Church claims to be the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church established by Christ Himself (Matthew 16:18). Discover the historical and spiritual roots of Catholicism, from its founding by Jesus to its unbroken apostolic succession through the Bishop of Rome. This episode offers a clear, respectful explanation of why Catholicism isn't just another denomination, inviting Catholics and non-Catholics alike to reflect on the “fullness of truth.”Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    God's Warning: Save Souls Now? Priest's Plea!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 45:18 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIs the illumination of conscience—also known as The Warning—real? And if so, what should Catholics do about it?In this powerful conversation, Fr. Cristino and Ken tackle one of the most talked-about private revelations circulating today. What is the Warning? Will every soul on earth suddenly see themselves as God sees them? And if that's true… should it change how we live now?...But even deeper:  Are we mistaking the Warning for the Gospel?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Priest SHUTS DOWN Viral Attack on Catholic Leadership (Fr Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 7:54 Transcription Available


    Send us a textIn response to a viral attack questioning Catholic Leadership and the Priesthood, Fr Cristino powerfully shuts down misconceptions about celibacy and leadership. Drawing from Faith and Jesus' example, this episode is a must!Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    What Catholic Sisters Do All Day: Prayer, Work, & Silence with God (Sr Sr. Maryam Josephine)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 16:33 Transcription Available


    Send us a textRecently, the Sisters from the Queenship of Mary visited our home. Their peace, their joy… it's contagious.We sat down with one of them and asked:What's it like to spend 3 hours a day in prayer?Her answer was simple — and deeply moving.She shared how this rhythm of silence, adoration, and obedience isn't a burden… it's a gift.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    She Said Yes to God — A Vocation Story (Sister Miriam Josephine)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 30:52 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhat does it mean to say "yes" to God's will? In this powerful Catholic vocation story, Sister Miriam Josephine shares her 25-year journey of discernment — from youth ministry and missionary work in Kolkata to taking her religious vows with the Queenship of Mary community.Raised in a Catholic family, Sister Miriam wrestled with the question so many ask: What is God's will for my life? This heartfelt interview explores prayer, adoration, Marian consecration, and the ache of not being “fully given” — all leading to the day she said yes to Jesus.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Should Catholics Call Themselves Gay? (Fr. Cristino)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 19:03 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhat does it mean to find our identity as Catholics in today's culture of labels? In this thoughtful conversation, we explore whether it's appropriate—or even helpful—for a Catholic to describe themselves using modern identity terms tied to experience, such as “gay Catholic.”Fr. Cristino offers a charitable and clear Catholic response rooted in Church teaching, human dignity, and the deeper question of what truly defines us.

    3 Things That Shocked Me as a New Catholic Convert (Guest: Derek Boldt)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 27:27


    Send us a text"I thought I knew what becoming Catholic would be like—until it actually happened." In this honest and heartfelt conversation, Derek shares the 3 biggest surprises that hit him after converting to the Catholic Church. From the unexpected joy of the Easter Vigil, to encountering grace in everyday sacraments, to the beauty of Catholic community—this is a story that will challenge, inspire, and renew your love for the faith.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    Why Kids Need Both Mom and Dad | Fr Cristino

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 29:36 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhat happens when we start believing that moms and dads are interchangeable? When we forget the beauty—and necessity—of a mother's tenderness and a father's strength?In our newest video, we explore what the Church has always taught: that men and women are different by design, and that children flourish best when raised by both a mom and a dad.Fr. Cristino joins us for this important conversation about complementarity, dignity, and what's at stake when we ignore the God-given roles in the family.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

    The Devil Admitted This About the Mother of Mercy…

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 12:55 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhat does the devil know about Mary… that we don't?In this powerful reflection, we explore a chilling moment from an exorcism recorded by St. Alphonsus Liguori. When a priest asked the demon, “What is Mary doing?” the response was shocking: “She is descending and ascending.” What does that mean? And what does it reveal about her role as the Mother of Mercy?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

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