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We would all be a lot happier if we defined financial success based on our own life, resources, capabilities and progress. Judging your circumstances against other people can be disheartening. All God is calling you to do is be a faithful steward of the blessings he has given to you, with no regard to what the next person is doing The Compass Catholic blog has more on defining financial success for yourself. Based on a listener's question, here are the percentage guidelines for various budget categories. The link will download a spreadsheet to your computer. Use this as a starting point and customize it to fit your life.      Support Music by Aden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

This episode first aired on November 17th, 2019.  Do you think that more is better, especially when it comes to money? Yes, more money may ease the financial pressure for a while, but it will never provide lasting happiness.  Master your money by learning to be a good steward of God's many blessings, including the way you give, save and spend.   Read the Compass blog to learn more about how to master your money.   Support Music by Aden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

Our economy is being rocked by something economists have coined "The Great Resignation." Workers are leaving their jobs in record numbers in search of higher income, greater work life balance, more flexibility, etc. If you are considering leaving your job, it's important (whenever possible) to quit with grace. Visit www.CompassCatholic.org to purchase a Faith & Money Matter Bible Study! Support Music by Aden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In this week's episode, Caitlyn speaks with again Doug Lynam, author of From Monk to Money Manager. This week, their conversation focuses on the history of money. You don't need to be a money geek to enjoy this conversation!  To learn more about Doug, please visit DougLynam.com To purchase Doug's book, From Monk to Money Manager, click here. Visit www.CompassCatholic.org to purchase a Faith & Money Matter Bible Study! Support Music by Aden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In this week's episode, Caitlyn speaks with Doug Lynam, author of From Monk to Money Manager. In his book, Doug shares the rules of money management that will change your approach to earning, saving, and investing. To learn more about Doug, please visit DougLynam.com www.CompassCatholic.org   Support Music by Aden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In this week's episode, Caitlyn fact checks four TicToks (aka  FinToks) having to do with personal finance.  Visit CompassCatholic.Org to start your financial discipleship journey!  Support Music by Aden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In this week's episode, Caitlyn shares how you can save money when shopping at Costco. It might seem difficult to leave these big warehouse stores without overspending, but there are ways to save big if you know what to avoid and what deals to look for.    We'd love to hear your ideas for staying on budget when you grocery shop. Email us at podcast@CompassCatholic.org.   Visit CompassCatholic.Org to start your financial discipleship journey!    Support Music by Aden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

Anne Kertz Kernion, founder of the inspirational greeting card company Cards by Anne, is an international lecturer and retreat leader. She is also the author of Spiritual Practices for the Brain and A Year of Spiritual Companionship. In Spiritual Practices for the Brain, Anne relies on the most current research to link spiritual practices to improved health. Relying on her education and experience in brain development, positive psychology, and theology, Anne is able to relate seemingly simple practices—such as focused breathing, gardening, practicing kindness, or going for a walk—with powerful results for your mind, body, and soul. In this Change Maker Podcast episode, Caitlyn and Anne discuss how these practices can counteract the effects of financial stress. To learn more about Anne, please visit https://cardsbyanne.com. To learn more about Anne's Book, Spiritual Practices for the Brain, please visit https://store.loyolapress.com/spiritual-practices-for-the-brain.

In this week's episode, I'm speaking with Elizabeth Clare, author of ElizabethClareBlog.com. Our conversation focuses on how Elizabeth and her husband weave together their financial, family and faith life.  To learn more about Elizabeth or to check out her amazing Catholic planners, please visit: https://www.elizabethclareblog.com Visit CompassCatholic.Org to start your financial discipleship journey!    Support Music by Aden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

Deb Meyer, author of Redefining Family Wealth: A Parent's Guide to Purposeful Living, joins us this week to talk about linking values with financial behaviors and the importance of living with your money on purpose.  Deb is a member of Catholic Financial Planners Network.  Donate today and become a Change Maker by helping fund our new projects!  If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

Tom Aahkus, Legacy Giving Coach with Youth for Christ in Central Ohio, join us to answer some common questions about wills. If you have any questions about wills and how they fit into a solid financial discipleship plan, email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! Donate today and become a Change Maker by helping fund our new projects!  If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

Wills play an important role in a healthy financial plan. In this week's episode, Caitlyn talks about the 5 reasons why YOU NEED A WILL. Legal Zoom estimates that between 50 and 60 percent of Americans don't have a will. Are you one of those people? If you don't know what your first step should be, start a Set Your House In Order Bible study! Set Your House In Order can be taken individually, amongst a small group of friends or at your parish! Donate today and become a Change Maker by helping fund our new projects!  If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In this week's Change Maker Podcast, Caitlyn answers money questions that have been submitted regarding large families. Do you have a large family and have any money tips you would like to share? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! To learn more about how 529's can be used to fund Catholic school education, please click here! Donate today and become a Change Maker by helping fund our new projects!  If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

We're finally at Destination 7 on the Compass Catholic Money Map! This week we're focusing on Destination Seven: True Financial Freedom.  Do you have a money story you want to share? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! Donate today and become a Change Maker by helping fund our new projects!  If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

This the the 6th week in a 7-week series on the Compass Catholic Money Map. This week we're focusing on Destination six which includes paying off your mortgage and funding your child's education.  Do you have a money story you want to share? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

This the the 5th week in a 7-week series on the Compass Catholic Money Map. This week we're focusing on Destination Five which includes purchasing an affordable home and prepaying your mortgage as well as investing in non retirement accounts!  Do you have a money story you want to share? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

This the the 4rd week in a 7-week series on the Compass Catholic Money Map. This week we're focusing on Destination Four which includes saving for major purchases, saving for true financial freedom (aka RETIREMENT!!!), saving for children's education and saving for a business (if you want to start one).  Do you have a money story you want to share? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

This the the 3rd week in a 7-week series on the Compass Catholic Money Map. This week we're focusing on Destination Three which includes paying off all your consumer debt and building your emergency fund to three month's income. This is a HUGE step towards financial independence and breaking your relationship with any sort of consumer debt! Do you have a money story you want to share? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

This the the 2nd week in a 7-week series on the Compass Catholic Money Map. This week we're focusing on Destination Two which includes paying off your credit card debt and building your emergency fund to one month's income.  Do you have a money story you want to share? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

We're kicking off a 7-week series on the Compass Catholic Money Map. This week we're focusing on Destination One which includes saving $1000 for emergencies, start using a spending plan and begin giving.  Do you have a money story you want to share? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! If you're ready to start your journey on the Money Map, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org     Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

According to Market Watch, 56% of Americans report they are living paycheck to paycheck. This is not only an income issue, but it's a spending issue as well. Here are 4 money traps to avoid to break that cycle! If you're ready to stop living paycheck to paycheck, get yourself a Compass Catholic Money Coach! Go to CompassCatholic.org and fill out the I Need a Money Coach form. Money is about behavior and math. Our Coaches are trained to help you with both! www.CompassCatholic.org     Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In this week's episode, Caitlyn Kano, AFC FFC, answers questions submitted to us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org. Do you have money questions? Please email us!  This week's questions include: 1. Should I use my state's first time homebuyers program? 2. Are extended warranties worth it? 3. Does the Bible say anything about lending money to family members? 4. How do time shares work? To  learn more about Compass Catholic,  please visit  www.CompassCatholic.org  

Compass Catholic has several listeners reach out and request for more content from a webinar we did with the St. Philip Institute on the topic of money in marriage. This week's episode focuses on dividing money roles and 10 money habits of successful couples. If you want to start your financial discipleship journey, please visit our new Money Coaching Landing Page!  www.CompassCatholic.org     Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

Rose Sweet joins Caitlyn to discuss money and its impact on marriages and divorce. Rose is a conference and retreat speaker, advanced certified life and relationship coach, and author of numerous books on relationship healing and strengthening. This episode is a conversation about dealing with money issues when you’re going through an imperfect situation such as divorce or dealing with 2nd marriage financial issues. To learn more about Rose, please visit RoseSweet.com If you or someone you know is going through a divorce, please refer him/her to the National Catholic Divorce Ministry for supportive resources. To learn more about Compass Catholic, please visit www.CompassCatholic.org

Compass Catholic Ministries is proud to announce the upcoming release of our online course for engaged couples: God, Marriage & Money! This course is set to go live on June 1st, 2021. In this week's episode, Victoria Sechrist, Compass Catholic's Ambassador of Content Development, joins Caitlyn to discuss the role money plays within marriages. They also discuss how this new online course can help engaged couples prepare for marriage and their roles as financial disciples. To learn more about the God, Marriage & Money Online Course, please email info@CompassCatholic.org. To visit Victoria Sechrist's website, please visit ConsumerCatholic.com.  

Money and marriage go hand in hand. But money stress is one of the main causes of divorce. This week's episode is an excerpt from a recent webinar that Compass Catholic was asked to participate in. This webinar was hosted by the St. Philip Institute in Tyler, TX. Caitlyn Kano tells her family's personal money story and talks about money communication techniques within marriage.  Do you want someone from Compass Catholic to speak to your parish about money from a  Catholic viewpoint? Email us at info@compasscatholic.org. Do you have a money story you would like to share? Email us at podcast@compasscatholic.org and tell us about it! 

For this week's episode, Caitlyn has been compiling a list of questions that have been sent into her from listeners in regards to life insurance. Wendy Gregory, a Christian financial advisor with Latitude Wealth Advisory in Tulsa, OK, joins Caitlyn to answer these questions. Do you need to set your financial house in order? Click here to learn about our Set Your House in Order Bible study. You can read it individually, start a small group or bring the study to your parish! *Compass Catholic ministries does not recommend any investments or financial professionals. No one is authorized to use their affiliation with Compass catholic to promote the sale of any investments or financial products. Do you have idea for a Compass Catholic Podcast episode? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at podcast@compasscatholic.org. God bless! Visit CompassCatholic.org to learn about our Bible studies, read our blogs and check out our other resources!   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In this week's episode, Caitlyn Kano, AFC FFC, answers questions submitted to us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org. Do you have money questions? Please email us!  The questions Caitlyn addresses this week include: 1. Should we rent our furniture and appliances? 2. Should I borrow from my retirement savings to pay off credit card debt? 3. How much do I HAVE to donate to my parish? Visit CompassCatholic.Org to learn about our ministry!   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In this week’s episode, we learn about faith based investing. This is a relatively new field that is quickly growing. To teach us about this topic, we turned to Wendy Gregory. Wendy is a Christian Financial Advisor with Latitude Wealth Advisory in Tulsa, Oklahoma. And a quick reminder, Compass Catholic Ministries does not recommend any specific investments or financial professionals. No one is authorized to use their affiliation with Compass to promote the sale of any investments or financial services. To learn more about Compass Catholic Ministries, please visit www.CompassCatholic.org.

"Whatever your task, work heartily, as serving the Lord and not men...you are serving the Lord Christ." (Colossians 3:23-24) This week’s episode is a conversation with Kevin Lowry. Kevin Lowry is a convert to Catholicism and the son of a former Presbyterian minister. Kevin and His wife, Kathi have eight children and live in the Columbus, Ohio area. His first book, entitled Faith at Work: Finding Purpose Beyond the Paycheck was published by Our Sunday Visitor. Kevin’s newest book, How God Hauled Me Kicking and Screaming Into the Catholic Church is also published by OSV, and is now available. To learn more about Kevin, please visit GratefulConvert.com.  To learn more about Compass Catholic Ministries, please visit CompassCatholic.org.

Sam and her husband Rob are parent to 14 kids! They recently wrote the book: A Catholic Guide to Spending Less and Living More. In their book, they discuss how their frugal lifestyle enabled them to work towards financial independence.  To pre-order a copy, please visit Ave Maria Press.  To learn more about Compass Catholic Ministries, please visit www.CompassCatholic.org.    

In this week's episode, Caitlyn interviews Andrew LaFlamme. Andrew is the author of the blog, AFireofFaith.com.  Andrew and Caitlyn discuss how to keep God as your master when working towards the goal of financial independence. They discuss topics such as how to keep God first, how to balance generosity, and pursuing FI with a young family. To learn more about Andrew and his FI story, visit AFireofFaith.com.  To read Andrew's blog on tithing and generosity, click here.  

We're kicking off this new podcast season with a bang! In this week's episode, we are airing Caitlyn's conversation with Leah Darrow on "Building a Portfolio of Holiness." Leah is an international Catholic speaker who dares audience members to live life according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She has appeared on numerous radio and TV programs regarding the topics of faith and culture. In this episode, Leah speaks to how we can live with our money in a way that grows our spiritual lives. To learn more about Leah, please visit: LeahDarrrow.com and TheLuxUniversity.com To learn more about Compass Catholic Ministries, please visit CompassCatholic.org.   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

In honor of the World Day for Consecrated Life, we are replaying the second part of an interview with Anne Folan. Anne discusses the toll student loan debt is taking on vocations, as well as possible solutions to this crisis. Anne Folan is a member of the Board of Directors of the Mater Ecclesiae Fund for Vocations, a nonprofit Catholic organization that makes grants for student loan debt relief for young men and women with vocations to religious life.  45 million Americans owe student loan debt, collectively owing more than $1.5 trillion dollars. Two out of every three college graduates will graduate with a student debt load averaging over $30,000. For individuals discerning a call to religious life, student loan debt can create a tremendous obstacle they didn't consider when pursuing their college degrees because religious communities usually don't allow a person with unresolved debts to enter formation.  Mater Ecclesiae Fund for Vocations:  https://fundforvocations.org Compass Catholic Ministries: www.CompassCatholic.org Matthew 6:24-“No one can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon."

In honor of the World Day for Consecrated Life, we are replaying an interview with Anne Folan. Anne discusses the toll student loan debt is taking on vocations. Anne Folan is a member of the Board of Directors of the Mater Ecclesiae Fund for Vocations, a nonprofit Catholic organization that makes grants for student loan debt relief for young men and women with vocations to religious life.  45 million Americans owe student loan debt, collectively owing more than $1.5 trillion dollars. Two out of every three college graduates will graduate with a student debt load averaging over $30,000. For individuals discerning a call to religious life, student loan debt can create a tremendous obstacle they didn't consider when pursuing their college degrees because religious communities usually don't allow a person with unresolved debts to enter formation.  Mater Ecclesiae Fund for Vocations:  https://fundforvocations.org Compass Catholic Ministries: www.CompassCatholic.org Matthew 6:24-“No one can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon."    

Taxes can be a daunting topic. In this week's episode, Matt  Marcoux, CFP, breaks down what to expect in the upcoming tax season. You know someone is good at what they do when they can take a complicated topic and make it simple. A big thank you to Matt for doing just that! Today's guiding principle is from Romans 13: 6-7. "This is why you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, devoting themselves to this very thing. Pay to all their dues, taxes to whom taxes are due, toll to whom toll is due, respect to whom respect is due, honor to whom honor is due." To learn more about Compass Catholic Ministries, please visit https://CompassCatholic.org. Matt Marcoux, CPA, is the co-founder of Candor Path Financial.   Compass Catholic Ministries does not endorse or recommend any financial goods, products, or services.  

Today's guiding principle is from Romans 12:2 (GNT). "Do not conform yourselves to the standards of this world, but let God transform you inwardly by a complete change of your mind. Then you will be able to know the will of God-what is good and is pleasing to him and is perfect."  In this episode, Caitlyn and Diana discuss their experiences going through the 21 day financial fast. Did you go through the financial fast with Caitlyn and Diana? Would you like to tell your fasting story? Email us at podcast@compasscatholic.org! We would love to hear about your 21 day financial fasting experience!  To learn more about Compass Catholic, visit our website!   Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

This episode originally aired on April 3, 2020. Danielle Bean is a wife, mom of 8, author, speaker, and Brand Manager of CatholicMom.com. She is also the host of Girlfriends (a Podcast for Catholic Women). In this episode, Danielle shares how she and her husband financially navigate having a large family while teaching their children about financial discipleship. To learn more about Danielle Bean, visit DanielleBean.com. To learn more about Compass Catholic Ministries, please visit CompassCatholic.org.   Music Credit:Happy by MusicbyAden https://soundcloud.com/musicbyaden Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/happy-musicbyaden Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/IOtFV3u_g5E

St. Anthony is well known for so many reasons. But did you know that he is also the Patron Saint of Debtors? In this episode, Caitlyn and Diana discuss St. Anthony's interest in usury and helping the poor. The lessons St. Anthony taught in the 1200's are still applicable to this day. Do you have experience with excessive interest rates and would like to tell your Money Story? Email Caitlyn and Diana at podcast@CompassCatholic.org. If you are struggling with a debt load and want to learn how to gain control of your financial situation, visit Compass Catholic's Website. Better yet, sign up to participate in a Faith & Money Matters Bible study. It's not about the money; it's about the change! Support MusicbyAdenhttps://soundcloud.com/musicbyadenhtt... ✘ Free Download ✘https://hypeddit.com/track/wnpvxr

Here we are at the end of the year and many of us may be thinking about New Year’s Resolutions. Some of the most common resolutions are: stay fit; get healthy; lose weight; and get your finances in order. And if getting your finances in order is your resolution, we are here to help. In this episode, Caitlyn and Diana present 7 ways to make those financial resolutions stick. This episode is based on a blog available on the Compass Catholic Website. If you are trying to get out of debt, meditate on Proverbs 22:7. If you are paying off a specific loan, read Sirach 20:11. If your resolution is to save money, picture Proverbs 21:20. To stop overspending, reflect on 1 Timothy 6:10. What are your financial resolutions? Or will you be joining Caitlyn and Diana in the Financial Fast? We'd love to hear about your experiences and lessons learned. Let us know by emailing us Podcast@CompassCatholic.org! Happy New Year and God bless!      

At the end of December, we all tend to feel a bit “spent”. In this episode, Caitlyn and Diana talk about a financial fast. Fasting is most commonly associated with abstention from food, although it can also take the form of giving up other comforts. Starting on January 1st, Caitlyn and Diana encourage our listeners to participate in a fast to both help the holiday spending exhaustion and grow in prayer. The steps to this fast include 1. Identify your needs. 2. Keep track of all your spending. 3. Focus on contentment. 4. Grow in prayer. Will you be joining Caitlyn and Diana on this fast? Email us at Podcast@CompassCatholic.org or follow the Compass Catholic Facebook page. We’d love to hear your personal financial fasting story!   Episode Guiding Principle:   Ezra 8:21 Then I proclaimed a fast, there by the river of Ahava, that we might humble ourselves before our God to seek from him a safe journey for ourselves, our children, and all our possessions. Ezra 8:23 So we fasted, seeking this from our God, and it was granted.   To learn more about Compass Catholic, visit CompassCatholic.org   Click here for the Compass Catholic 30 Day Income and Expense Tracker   Happy Money by Elizabeth Dunn   Busted Halo Podcast  

In this podcast, Diana asks Caitlyn questions on the topic of taxes. She's had these questions for quite some time but wasn't sure who to ask. Caitlyn Kano, AFC FFC, is not a tax expert (and can't give tax advice) but she can share information you may want to know about such as: Why do we have an income tax? Do I have to claim all my income? What's the difference between a CPA and an EA?  What are your burning tax questions? Email us at podcast@compasscatholic.org and we may answer your question in a future episode! To visit the IRS Interactive Tax Assistant, please visit: https://www.irs.gov/help/ita To learn more about Compass Catholic Ministries, please visit: https://CompassCatholic.org

Listen to a brief review of the resources Compass Catholic can provide to help you achieve financial wellness. 

Playing with debt is like playing with matches. You think you’ll be able to blow the match out when the flame gets too close to your fingers. But how many times have you burned yourself?   If you get a sick sinking feeling when you think about the amount of debt you have, you may be worried that you’ll never be able to dig your way out. And unless you get serious about paying it off, you’re right.   Tune and be sure to check out the Compass Catholic blog for more ideas on motivating yourself to get out of debt.

We aren’t born being content and it seems that our culture tries to make us more and more discontent as we grow older. How many commercials are disguised as TV shows and movies targeting the youngsters in our life to get the stuff they are selling? And keeping up with the neighbors can be a lifetime pursuit for some adults.   Learning the secret of contentment can free you from all the pressure to spend money in an effort to acquire more and more stuff. Being content is a conscious learned habit!   The Compass Catholic Blog has more on learning the virtue of contentment.

Getting out of debt can be challenging, especially if you don’t know where to start or what to do first. Get started by using our tips for eight steps to get out of debt.   It can be a long-term goal and it is not easy, but the effort and time is well worth the blessing that comes from being debt free.   The Compass Catholic blog has more ideas about taking the first step in freeing yourself from the bondage of debt.

Father Brent Bowen finished his undergraduate studies and promptly started his master's degree. It was at that time that he realized his calling to become a priest. At that point, he had six figure student loan debt. His story shows how he combination of grit, faith, and generosity could overcome the seemingly impossible. We want to thank Father Brent for sharing his story and the message that God cannot be outdone in generosity! Information about the debt snowball method: https://compasscatholic.org/making-snowball/   Debt Snowball Calculator: https://compasscatholic.org/calculators/   Mater Ecclesiae Fund for Vocations: https://fundforvocations.org   The Laboure Society:  https://rescuevocations.org  

Differences of opinion in a marriage are healthy if you can find a compromise that works for both of you. Being on the same page is important in all areas, especially as you plan for retirement. Maybe one of you wants to move closer to the grandkids and the other wants to move to a deserted tropical island. Where you’ll live and what you plan to do is a conversation that needs to start long before that last day at work. The Compass Catholic blog has more ideas about planning for a happy, productive retirement.

In this week’s episode, Diana and Caitlyn speak with John Flanagan from the Laboure Society. John is the executive director of the Laboure Society which is a nonprofit organization that aims to help aspirants tackle their student debt load so they can discern their potential calling. John talks about the method Laboure has implemented that is Canon Law and IRS compliant. The Laboure method was also designed to grow a community of stewardship and ownership of our calling as laity to support vocations.   Links from this week’s episode: The Laboure Society https://rescuevocations.org To Donate to the Laboure Society https://rescuevocations.org/give/   Equifax article about the FICO Resilience Index https://www.equifax.com/business/fico-resilience-index/   Compass Catholic Ministries https://compasscatholic.org