Trial by Fire

"I'm discerning the wrong situation with the wrong details." Stacy and Rachel discuss the difficulties of discernment, and how our own stubbornness and mortal failures can keep up from God's wants for us.

We are back with some great new content! Relationships within our lives can be incredibly difficult, and it is a greater challenge to remind ourselves to seek God and faith in our most human interactions. Join Stacy and Rachel as they navigate family, love and friendship remembering to seek the strength of their Catholic faith in their actions and thoughts.

With so much changing in our church and in society, it is very likely we have felt feelings of burn out or strain. That is why it is that much more imperative that we harness our faith and proudly live a Catholic life. Stacy and Rachel discuss today's societal anf faith obstacles as well as present feelings of strain and empowerment.

Stacy and Rachel are thrilled to be chatting with St. Patrick's Associate Pastor, Father David Allen. During this mini episode, we discuss how the first year of priesthood is truly a trial by fire experience as well the geunine gift priesthood is.

We have entered Holy Week, and Stacy and Rachel go over the good, bad and the ugly of their lenten experiences this season. Examining the famous figures in the Passion Story, Judas and Pontious Pilate, Stacy and Rachel reflect on our own connections to our own mortality and faults.

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From schedules to computer and cell phone technology, we can find ourselves developing poor habits that place us in a role of slaves to our human created systems of connection and control. We are fastly approaching the season of Lent, which grants us a timely opportunity to reflect on our current dependences that keep us from holiness. Enjoy this conversation with Stacy, Rachel and our guest host, Father Beto!!!

As Stacy hosts a reflection from the daily missal, Stacy and Rachel discuss how our previous dreams and expectations of ourselves are completely different than how life actually turns out. It is with faith and reflection that we approach God's callings for each of us, even if they aren't what we created for ourselves.

Welcome to 2022! Stacy and Rachel recap the closing of the Advent season as well as discuss the importance of transformation within the Catholic faith. Our call to change isn't an annual appeal, but can happen each time one participates in the mass. How has your faith been challenged in the dawn of the new year? Listen and find out what is in store for Stacy and Rachel through the laughs and prayers.

In an unorthodox podcast, Stacy and Rachel discuss what advent preparation looks like in 2021. From giving a great confession to failed Christmas tree dates, a new challenge is proposed as we continue our reflections and plans for Christmas: What would you do if the Messiah came on December 25th, 2021?

In our returning episode of Trial by Fire, Stacy and Rachel discuss the importance of mental health and steps we take as Catholics to provide the love, security and strength needed for those in our lives struggling with mental disorders that range from suicidal thoughts to anxiety. *Disclaimer * If you are struggling with mental health concerns, please seek support from mental health professionals. Services can be found through Catholic Charities and your local Diocesean center if you desire specific Catholic support*

After the conclusion of Episode 22's podcast regarding wokeism and challenging modern claims against the Catholic faith, Stacy and Rachel respond to some of the more interesting comments from the last podcast as well as address additional claims modern Catholic face as they integrate faith into their daily lives.

Article of Reference: https://www.catholiceducation.org/en/religion-and-philosophy/apologetics/12-claims-every-catholic-should-be-able-to-answer.html

Stacy and Rachel discuss what reopening at their local parish has been like for them and their designated roles. As the world prepares to reopen and return to church, how are we called to respond when the world challenges our faith and the laws it is founded on?

Stacy & Rachel discuss the honest reality of spiritual laziness and how it manifests in our day-to-day lives. From feelings of burnout to intentional isolation from the Lord, we are challenged to prioritize the will of God first, even when its more comfortable to say no.

As we begin to see the light of pandemic tunnel, the Lord has been giving each of us an invitation to come home to mass. In a discussion looking at the beauties and challenges the pandemic has placed upon our church communities, we also strive to see invitations to do more in our faith while honoring the traditions of the rituals we participate in and bear witness to each time we come to mass.

This week, our podcast hostesses, Stacy & Rachel, come from a place of excitement and reflection as we discuss Holy Week and what that looks like in a 2021 world. This time has not only produced changes to tradition, but invitations to participate in our church community in brand new ways. In this eager invitation to our listeners, it is time to participate in one of the most special times of the Catholic faith and pray to clarity as we discover where we are being called to serve in our church communities as we rebuild in the "new normal."

We are halfway through Stacy's favorite season, Lent, so it is a great time to reflect on how its going. As Rachel shares her lenten analysis of "Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us," they discuss what it truly means to forgive and the incredible powers and strength in the Lord's mercy.

In this very special episode of Trial by Fire, we honor mothers in this devotion that is especially reflective during the Lenten season. Stacy guides us through the 7 Sorrows of Mary as we discuss the unspoken victories and sorrows of motherhood.

We are approaching a week into lent, so Stacy and Rachel are heading into this season of sacrifice and reflection with enthusiasm and grace. Reflecting on current sacrfices and discussing the importance of intention and confession, our podcasters are starting down their paths sharing what has worked and what can be improved during these forty days.

Stacy and Rachel discuss the profound challenge of having the courage to be a proud Catholic. From modern day struggles to turning to the experiences of the Saints, identifying opportunities to be courageous are just as important as embracing the the Church's challenge to serve the Lord.

For our 13th podcast, we are embracings our opinions and experiences as we discuss what it truly means to be a modern Catholic woman in this day and age. Enjoy as we share our laughs and some sassy memories as we celebrate and embrace God's gifts of femininity.

Welcome to 2021! Stacy and Rachel are back with their banter and laughs as we go into Ordinary Time asking ourselves why it can be just so hard to be Catholic. From failed resolutions to accepting the faults of our own humanity, we chat not only about the obstacles but the surprising gains we have received during the pandemic that have helped our Catholic community flourish.

As we enter the week of Joy this advent season, we discuss the mortal challenge we have to identify joy throughout our lives, even in the face of hardship and struggle. We also turn to laughter and prayer as we seek to find joy in our relationships as well as make choices to navigate unbeaten paths before us.

Entering week two of the advent season, we discuss the importance of preparing TO love instead of preparing for love. Comparing modern parental preparation to Mary and Joseph's paths in the time of the coming of Jesus, we discuss how our minds and hearts shift as we adjust to the callings of the Lord.

Welcome to the first week of Advent! Stacy and Rachel share their different perspectives on the holiday season as well as old and new traditions we are challenging ourselves to do this season.

In a podcast full of tangents and conversation, Stacy and Rachel navigate the recent chaos of the 2020 pandemic as well as look to the multitude of opportunities to seek gratitude in the darkness. Ensuring the upmost importance of seeking gratitude this unusual Thanksgiving holiday, take a moment ot embrace the struggle, for the fruit of our suffering are not yet known to us.

Navigating through emotional turmoil is difficult, especially in 2020! However, when focusing on the frustrations, we can redirect and find comfort in loyalty, God's grace and humility. Join us as we discuss ways to strive forward as well as individual and family spiritual reboot retreat.

Happy Dia de Los Muertos! As we conclude our conversation about toxicity in your local parishes, we are honored to converse with our Pastor, Father Beto. We discuss ways our parish responds to our priests and opportunities we have pre and post pandemic to contribute to our faith communities.

As part two of our conversation on toxicity in your local parish, Stacy & Rachel discuss the manifestations of toxicity as well as the importance of valuing your volunteers and promoting honest inclusivity in your parish. Our hottake also goes into detail on recent comments made by Pope Francis and the issue of civil unions.

Episode 4 is up and running! This week begins our two parter discussion regarding toxicity in your local parish! ☠️ No name calling but unearthing the divisions that can keep a parish from being their most dynamic. #new #podcast #newpodcast #trialbyfire #catholic #moderncatholic #church #toxicity #volunteer #hearmenowlord #conversation #prayer #collaboration #renewingchurchculture

Join us in our conversation of how our families have been incorporating faith in our "new normal." We also discuss ways to navigate conversations about faith with kids of all ages as well as digital resources that can bolster our faith.

Stacy & Rachel discuss the concept of redemption and the struggles modern Catholics and Christians have when trying to accept this reality. We also stumble into tangents regarding confession, anointing of the sick and how to navigate our current toxic climate and turning to God when we are faced with conflict and strife amongst our loved ones.

Introducing the Trial by Fire Podcast hosted by Stacy Huck & Rachel Kovach on the Central Coast of California. In this episode, we discuss how this podcast got created as well as discuss piety, prayer routines & the new "reservation" process when attending mass and church services.