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A podcast designed to help you find purpose, peace and abundance in your daily life on the journey to holiness Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sayyestoholiness/support

Christina Semmens


    • May 17, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode #239--"Working To Make A Moment A Movement"--1:1 Jason Shanks, National Eucharistic Congress

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 35:38


    In this episode of the Say Yes to Holiness podcast, Christina Semmens speaks with Jason Shanks, the president of the National Eucharistic Congress. They discuss the ongoing Eucharistic revival in the Catholic Church, Jason's personal journey to Catholicism, the importance of community engagement, and the future plans for the movement. Jason shares insights on the role of synodality, the challenges faced during the revival, and the significance of priest renewal. The conversation emphasizes the call for individuals to become Eucharistic missionaries and the need for a deeper understanding of the Eucharist in everyday life.TakeawaysJason Shanks is the president of the National Eucharistic Congress.He became Catholic due to his understanding of the Eucharist.The Eucharistic revival is seen as a generational work.Community engagement is crucial for the revival's success.Synodality played a significant role in planning the revival.The movement aims to bring Jesus to the margins of society.Eucharistic missionaries will be commissioned to spread the message.Challenges faced during the Congress included resource allocation and collaboration.Personal spiritual practices, like holy hours, are essential for grounding.The revival seeks to empower individuals to become revivalists in their communities.Sound Bites"I became Catholic because of the Eucharist.""Jesus waits for us to come visit him.""This is a generational work.""The church is best when it's on mission.""We want to bring Jesus to the margins.""It's about spiritual multiplication.""Let's everybody become a revivalist."Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Eucharistic Revival02:46 Personal Journey and Spiritual Awakening06:09 The Role of Synodality in the Revival09:08 Plans for the Future of the Eucharistic Movement12:05 Eucharistic Missionaries and Community Engagement14:56 Challenges and Lessons Learned17:55 Grounding Practices and Spiritual Habits20:48 The Importance of Priest Renewal24:06 Conclusion and Call to ActionFor more information, go to https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/

    Episode 238--"A New Pope, Mother's Day, and Living Easter"--Say Yes to Holiness Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 27:54


    In this conversation, Christina Semmens discusses the significance of faith, leadership, and personal responsibility in the context of Catholic teachings. She reflects on the recent election of Pope Leo XIV, the teachings of St. Augustine, and the importance of embracing life and death with a focus on relationships and prayer. The discussion emphasizes the power of personal choice in character development and the role of Mary as an intercessor through prayer, particularly the Rosary.TakeawaysPope Leo XIV emphasizes that we are beloved children of God.St. Augustine's teachings remind us to shine brightly in the world.We must embrace the reality of death to prepare for eternal life.Personal responsibility is key to character development.We have a choice in how we respond to life's challenges.Prayer, especially the Rosary, can solve any problem.Living in the present moment is essential for spiritual growth.Relationships with God, family, and friends should take priority.The joy of Easter is rooted in the victory over sin and death.Mary serves as a powerful intercessor for our prayers. Sound Bites"We are beloved children of God.""We need to focus on relationships.""The Rosary can solve any problem.""Mary is our great intercessor.""Rejoice! He is risen!"Chapters00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings02:22 The Call to Leadership and Faith07:10 Embracing Life and Death13:32 Personal Responsibility and Character Development21:07 The Power of Prayer and Intercession

    Episode #237--"Called to Something Different"--1:1 with Brooke Joiner, CEO, Catholic Owned,

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 42:53


    In this episode of Say Yes to Holiness, host Christina Semmens speaks with Brooke Joiner, co-founder and CEO of Catholic Owned, a platform dedicated to connecting Catholic consumers with businesses that align with their faith. Brooke shares her journey of conversion to Catholicism, the inspiration behind launching Catholic Owned, and the importance of supporting fellow Catholics through intentional spending. The conversation explores the challenges and rewards of building a faith-based business, the significance of spiritual practices, and the future initiatives of Catholic Owned, including the Eastertide shopping guide.TakeawaysBrooke Joyner is a convert to Catholicism and co-founder of Catholic Owned.The mission of Catholic Owned is to connect Catholic consumers with businesses that share their values.Brooke's journey involved a significant pilgrimage that inspired the launch of Catholic Owned.The platform started as a digital magazine to test the market for Catholic businesses.Vetting businesses involves adherence to the Magisterium and personal faith practices of owners.Spending money wisely can support Catholic families and communities.Users can nominate businesses to be included in the Catholic Owned network.The Eastertide shopping guide offers curated gifts for various occasions.Catholic Owned aims to build a new Catholic economy by fostering community support.Brooke emphasizes the importance of spiritual practices in her work.Sound Bites"We need to do something better.""If we can't even help our own people, what are we doing?""Our dollars have power.""You can nominate businesses that you know of in your area.""The Eastertide shopping guide is a curated collection.""We are seeing that Catholics really care about this.""It's a very long game.""We are building the new Catholic economy."Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Catholic Owned and Its Mission 03:11 Brooke Joyner's Journey to Catholic Owned 05:52 The Birth of Catholic Owned 09:14 Pilgrimage and Inspiration 12:08 Launching the Digital Magazine 14:59 Vetting Catholic Businesses 18:08 The Importance of Spending Wisely 21:05 Nominate and Expand the Network 24:00 Eastertide Shopping Guide Overview 26:47 Future Initiatives and Growth Plans 29:59 Challenges and Rewards of the Journey 33:11 Spiritual Practices and Their Impact 35:58 Final Thoughts and Call to Action For more information about Brooke and Catholic Owned, go to: https://catholicowned.com/introduction

    Day 49--The Road of Hope--What's Next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 11:00


    Day 49--The Road of Hope--What's Next?

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    Day 48--The Road of Hope--A Life of Hope, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 11:31


    Day 48--The Road of Hope--A Life of Hope, Part 2

    Day 47--The Road of Hope--Ch 37--A Life of Hope, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 11:30


    Day 47--The Road of Hope--Ch 37--A Life of Hope, Part 1

    Day 46--The Road of Hope--Ch 36--Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 14:56


    Day 46--The Road of Hope--Ch 36--Hope

    Day 45--The Road of Hope--Ch 35--Our Mother Mary, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 14:20


    Day 45--The Road of Hope--Ch 35--Our Mother Mary, Part 2

    Day 44--The Road of Hope--Ch 35--Our Mother Mary, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 14:38


    Day 44--The Road of Hope--Ch 35--Our Mother Mary, Part 1

    Day 43--The Road of Hope--Ch 34--Examination of Conscience

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 14:52


    Day 43--The Road of Hope--Ch 34--Examination of Conscience

    Day 42--The Road of Hope--Ch 33--Leadership, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 13:34


    Day 42--The Road of Hope--Ch 33--Leadership, Part 2

    Day 41--The Road of Hope--Ch 33--Leadership, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 13:14


    Day 41--The Road of Hope--Ch 33--Leadership, Part 1

    Day 40--The Road of Hope--Ch 32--Ordinary Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 11:57


    Day 40--The Road of Hope--Ch 32--Ordinary Work

    Day 39--The Road of Hope--Ch 31--Charity, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 13:19


    Day 39--The Road of Hope--Ch 31--Charity, Part 2

    Day 38--The Road of Hope--Ch 31--Charity, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 12:35


    Day 38--The Road of Hope--Ch 31--Charity, Part 1

    Day 37--The Road of Hope--Ch 30--The Happy Child

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 10:36


    Day 37--The Road of Hope--Ch 30--The Happy Child

    Day 36--The Road of Hope--Ch 29--Suffering

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 14:37


    Day 36--The Road of Hope--Ch 29--Suffering

    Day 35--The Road of Hope--Ch 28--New Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 12:17


    Day 35--The Road of Hope--Ch 28--New Life

    Day 34--The Road of Hope--Ch 27--Renewal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 14:38


    Day 34--The Road of Hope--Ch 27--Renewal

    Day 33--The Road of Hope--Ch 26--Dedication

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 14:55


    Day 33--The Road of Hope--Ch 26--Dedication

    Day 32--The Road of Hope--Ch 25--Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 11:47


    Day 32--The Road of Hope--Ch 25--Development

    Day 31--The Road of Hope--Ch 24--Studies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 10:40


    Day 31--The Road of Hope--Ch 24--Studies

    Day 30--The Road of Hope--Ch 23--Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 10:52


    Day 30--The Road of Hope--Ch 23--Wisdom

    Day 29--The Road of Hope--Ch 22--Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 8:08


    Day 29--The Road of Hope--Ch 22--Joy

    Day 28--The Road of Hope--Ch 21--Restraint of Speech

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 9:10


    Day 28--The Road of Hope--Ch 21--Restraint of Speech

    Day 27--Road of Hope--Ch 20--Humility

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 10:59


    Day 27--Road of Hope--Ch 20--Humility

    Day 26--The Road of Hope--Ch 19--The Family Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 13:40


    Day 26--The Road of Hope--Ch 19--The Family Part 2

    Day 25--The Road of Hope--Ch 19--The Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 12:56


    Day 25--The Road of Hope--Ch 19--The Family

    Day 24--The Road of Hope--Ch 18--Chastity

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 15:12


    Day 24--The Road of Hope--Ch 18--Chastity

    Day 23--The Road of Hope--Ch 17--Poverty

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 9:56


    Day 23--The Road of Hope--Ch 17--Poverty

    Episode #236 "Falling in Love with Jesus"--Edmund Mitchell, Founder, Zealous Parish Ministers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 41:27


    In this episode of the Say Yes to Holiness podcast, Christina Semmens sits down with Edmund Mitchell, Founder of Zealous Parish Ministries and have a conversation about Edmund's journey from being a cradle Catholic to becoming a passionate parish minister. They discuss the importance of evangelization within the parish, the mission of the parish to save souls, and the transition from maintenance to mission-oriented churches. This conversation was especially near and dear to my heart due to my work at The Catholic Leadership Puzzle, so was excited to give Edmund a chance to introduce his new initiative, Zealous Parish Ministers, aimed at supporting parish ministers in their roles. Edmund also emphasized the need for continuous formation and skill development in ministry. The conversation highlights the significance of vision casting and various roles a parish minister must embody to effectively lead their community. TakeawaysEdmund's journey reflects a deep love for Jesus and evangelization.Parishes are crucial for local evangelization efforts.The mission of the parish is to invite all souls into God's family.Transitioning from maintenance to mission is essential for parish vitality.Zealous Parish Ministers aims to support parish staff in their roles.Continuous formation is vital for parish ministers' effectiveness.Understanding the three roles of a parish minister enhances ministry impact.Vision casting is a key discipline for effective leadership.The parish boundary includes all souls, not just registered members.Resources like 'The Advantage' can help parish ministers develop essential skills.Sound Bites"Parishes can't be just maintenance.""We need to help parish ministers thrive.""Zeal for my house will consume me."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Evangelization and Parish Ministry 03:01 Edmund's Journey: From Cradle Catholic to Parish Minister 06:00 The Role of the Parish in Evangelization 09:02 Defining the Mission of the Parish 11:57 Transitioning from Maintenance to Mission 15:00 Launching Zealous Parish Ministers 17:56 The Importance of Continuous Formation 20:48 Skills for Effective Parish Ministry 24:11 The Three Roles of a Parish Minister 26:52 Vision Casting and Its Importance 30:02 Conclusion and Resources for Parish MinistersFor more information about Edmund and Zealous Parish Ministers, go to: https://edmundmitchell.com/ and https://www.zealousparishministers.co/

    Day 22--The Road of Hope--Ch 16--Obedience

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 10:46


    Day 22--The Road of Hope--Ch 16--Obedience

    Day 21--The Road of Hope--Ch 15--The Eucharist, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 12:56


    Day 21--The Road of Hope--Ch 15--The Eucharist, Part 2

    Day 20--The Road of Hope--Ch 15--The Eucharist, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 12:39


    Day 20--The Road of Hope--Ch 15--The Eucharist, Part 1

    Day 19--The Road of Hope--Ch 14--The Apostle, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 12:54


    Day 19--The Road of Hope--Ch 14--The Apostle, Part 2

    Day 18--The Road of Hope--Ch 14--The Apostle Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 12:52


    Day 18--The Road of Hope--Ch 14--The Apostle Part 1

    Day 17--The Road of Hope--Ch 13--Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 10:54


    Day 17--The Road of Hope--Ch 13--Faith

    Day 16--The Road of Hope--Ch 12--The Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 14:32


    Day 16--The Road of Hope--Ch 12--The Church

    Day 15--The Road of Hope--Ch 11--The Presence of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 9:32


    Day 15--The Road of Hope--Ch 11--The Presence of God

    Day 14--The Road of Hope--Ch 10--Fortitude, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 10:35


    Day 14--The Road of Hope--Ch 10--Fortitude, Part 2

    Day 13--The Road of Hope--Ch 10--Fortitude Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 9:51


    Day 13--The Road of Hope--Ch 10--Fortitude Part 1

    Day 19--The Road of Hope--Ch 14--The Apostle, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 12:54


    Day 19--The Road of Hope--Ch 14--The Apostle, Part 2

    Day 18--The Road of Hope--Ch 14--The Apostle Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 12:52


    Day 18--The Road of Hope--Ch 14--The Apostle Part 1

    Day 12--The Road of Hope--Ch 9--The Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 8:24


    Day 12--The Road of Hope--Ch 9--The Heart

    Day 11--The Road of Hope--Ch 8--Sacrifice

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 10:26


    Day 11--The Road of Hope--Ch 8--Sacrifice

    Day 10--The Road of Hope--Ch 7: Prayer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 11:09


    Day 10--The Road of Hope--Ch 7: Prayer

    Day 9--The Road to Hope--The Supernatural Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 9:49


    Day 9--The Road to Hope--The Supernatural Life

    Day 8--The Road to Hope--Ch 5: The Interior Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 9:34


    Day 8--The Road to Hope--Ch 5: The Interior Life

    Day 7--The Road to Hope--Ch 4--The Call: Vocation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 10:16


    Day 7--The Road to Hope--Ch 4--The Call: Vocation

    Day 6--The Road to Hope--Ch 3--Perseverance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 9:04


    Day 6--The Road to Hope--Ch 3--Perseverance

    Day 5--Road to Hope--Ch 2--Duty

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 9:21


    Day 5--Road to Hope--Ch 2--Duty

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