Witness to Love Podcast

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! This week's podcast is a bit different - in a great way! We had the honor of meeting Sara and Andrew Bachman in Madison, WI. They are a WTL couple who was gracious enough to share their wedding homily by Fr. Matthew Pearson. He shares timeless wisdom of the sacrament of Holy Matrimony. Please keep the Bachman's in your prayers, as they were just married one week ago!  We are thankful for this homily, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it!  Please like and Subscribe to the podcast so you are always in the loop! 

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests Alexandra and George Yeryomin. This is a heartfelt conversation where newlyweds Alexandra and George delve into the timeless significance of marriage within a modern context. Through candid conversations and personal anecdotes, they explore how Catholic teachings enrich their relationship and navigate challenges in today's world. Let us continue to pray for young couples! We are thankful for this conversation, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it!  Please like and Subscribe to the podcast so you are always in the loop! 

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests Doctor Mario Sacasa. He is a licensed marriage and family therapist and operates a private counseling practice in North Carolina. He is the founder of Dating Well & is passionate about forming healthy relationships from dating through marriage.  We are thankful for this conversation, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it!  Please like and Subscribe to the podcast so you are always in the loop!  Dr. Mario's Podcast - Always Hope Dating Well Course Dr. Sacasa on Instagram

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests Father Antonio Dittmer. Father Antonio Dittmer is the Pastor of St. Mary in Moline, IL. Father Antonio Dittmer credits his parents, Ramona and the late Richard Dittmer with creating the “fertile soil” for his vocation. A special thank you to all parents of priest, consecrated, and religious. We are thankful for this conversation, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it! Please like and Subscribe to the podcast so you are always in the loop!

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests Father John Waiss. Fr. John Waiss is a priest of Prelature of Opus Dei and currently pastor of St. Mary of the Angels parish in Chicago. We are thankful for this conversation, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it! Please like and Subscribe to the podcast so you are always in the loop!

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests Stacy and Bruce Montesano. They share their powerful story of struggling with infertility and the Lord blessing them with 3 children through adoption. We are thankful for this conversation, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it! Please like and Subscribe to the podcast so you are always in the loop! A huge thank you to our sponsor : Bruce Montesano State Farm! We are thankful for your support of Marriage and Family

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests and long time friend Dr. Damon Cudihy. Dr. Cudihy is a Ob / Gyn here in Acadiana and is a true advocate and trusted voice for Women's Health. This episode is great intro to what the Church teaches about fertility. As a father of 8 and husband for over 21 years, we couldn't think of a better person to speak on this important topic of Reproductive Health. We are thankful for this conversation, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may find it valuable to their spiritual lives! A huge thank you to our sponsor : Acadiana Ob / Gyn! We are thankful for your support of Marriage and Family. Links Mentioned : Acadiana Ob / Gyn : Click Here! Human Life International : Click Here! Love Facts : Click Here! Witness to Love Fertility Awareness : Find more info here! Dr. Cudihy's Articles : An ob/gyn gives 7 reasons IVF is a bad idea How IVF works: A doctor explains

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests Fr. Jay Szymczak. Fr. Jay was ordained a priest in 1985. In 1986 he became a member of the Institute of the Holy Family – a Secular Institute of Consecrated Life. He gives an uplifting examination on the need for a spirituality focused on couples and much more on the Sacrament of Marriage. We are thankful for this conversation, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may find it valuable to their spiritual lives! A huge thank you to our sponsor : The Family Support Foundation! We are thankful for your support of Marriage and Family.

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests David Ulmer, Associate Director for Chastity and Natural Family Planning for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. David has a medical background as a nurse and has been led to teach the Church about the beauty of Natural Family Planning. (NFP) Natural family planning is the utilization of fertility awareness to either prevent or achieve pregnancy. We are thankful for this conversation, and pray that it finds its way to those who need to hear it! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may find it valuable to their spiritual lives! A huge thank you to our sponsor : Acadiana OB/GYN! We are thankful for your continued support! Link to Pearl and Thistle : Click Here!

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! Today we are joined by very special guest Brian Caulfield, of the Knights of Columbus. Join us as we talk through the life of the founder of the Knights of Columbus! Brian is the Vice Postulator for Fr. McGivneys cause for Sainthood. We explore his mission in founding it and how it encourages men to embrace true masculinity in the world today. A huge thank you to our sponsor : Buller Family Dentistry! We are thankful for your continued support!  Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may find it valuable to their spiritual lives!  Find more info on The Knights of Columbus Here : Click Here!

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by very special guests Luisa and Jarrett Wendt. Join us as we talk through the stages of creating secure attachments with our children through discipline! Those stages include Foundation, Connection, Coaching, and finally Correction. The Wendt's offers advice on what couples can do the effectively send identity building messages. 
 A huge thank you to our sponsor : All Seasons Nursery! We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may find it valuable to their spiritual lives!

Thank you so much for joining us on Marriage U! We are joined by our long time friend and Vice President of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council, Damien O'Connor. Join us as we talk at length about stepping into the breach of our spiritual lives! Damien offers advice on what Catholic couples must be prepared for in the world today. 
 A huge thank you to our sponsor : Acadiana Mazda! We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may find it valuable to their spiritual lives! Into the Breach Videos : Click Here!

Welcome back to Marriage U! We are so thankful for all of our guest and listeners. A very happy National Marriage Week to you! Today we have Kathryn Jean Lopez joining us to discuss Marriage at it's very core. Kathryn Jean Lopez has been a long time friend and board member of Witness to Love. We are so glad to field questions from her about all things marriage! A huge thank you to our Partner for this Episode -⁠ ⁠National Review Institute! We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may benefit from this great topic! Our New Book : Read Here! National Marriage Week Website

Thank you so much for joining us again! We are so honored to present the final episode of this three part series on Attachment Theory. Dr. Peter Martin, PSYD has been a long time friend and board member of Witness to Love. We are blessed to have him share knowledge on the important topic of Attachment Theory. In this episode we explore the topic of creating secure attachment with God, and what to do when we feel disconnected from God. A huge thank you to our Sponsor -⁠ ⁠Communio⁠⁠! We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may benefit from this great topic! Rock ‘n' Marriage Ticket : ⁠⁠⁠Buy Here!⁠ ⁠⁠ Our new book : ⁠⁠⁠Read Here!⁠ ⁠⁠ Additional Resources from Dr. Martin : ⁠Contact Dr. Peter Martin⁠ ⁠Psychology Intern Program⁠ ⁠Article on Distorted God Images⁠

Thank you so much for joining us again! We are so honored to present the second episode of this three part series on Attachment Theory. Dr. Peter Martin has been a long time friend and board member of Witness to Love. We are blessed to have him share knowledge on the important topic of Attachment Theory. Today we explore the topic of creating secure attachment in adulthood, including romantic relationships. A huge thank you to our Sponsor -⁠ Communio⁠! We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may benefit from this great topic! Rock ‘n' Marriage Ticket : ⁠⁠Buy Here!⁠ ⁠ Our new book : Read Here!

Thank you so much for joining us again! We are so pleased to finally present the first episode of this three part series on Attachment Theory. Dr. Peter Martin, PSYD has been a long time friend, board member, and contributor to the Witness to Love Workbook. We are blessed to have him share knowledge on the important topic of Attachment Theory. Today we explore the topic of creating secure emotional bonds with children, a topic often overlooked in our society today. A huge thank you to our Sponsor - Communio! We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends who may benefit from this great topic! Rock ‘n' Marriage Ticket : ⁠Buy Here! ⁠ Our new book : ⁠Read Here! ⁠

Thank you so much for joining us on this episode as we discuss the importance of The Holy Family and the desire for holiness in our family! We are joined by long-time friend and a priest of 20 years - Fr. Matt Williams. The Verret's and Father Matt share insights on fatherhood and family life in todays society. A huge thank you to our Sponsor - Lukinovich Law! We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends to remind them of the gift of a family that is Holy! C21 Magazine Article : ⁠Click Here!⁠ Rock ‘n' Marriage : ⁠View Here! ⁠ Our new book : ⁠Read Here! ⁠

Thank you so much for joining us as we close out our Advent series! This has been a wonderful time of reflecting on the immense beauty of the coming of Christ. Today we are joined by our long time friend (and best man of our wedding) Fr. Eric Cadin. Father helps us to unpack one of the most powerful and challenging virtues - Love. We hope this podcast helps you enter more deeply into the "magic" of Christmas as we prepare to welcome Love himself into our hearts. A huge thank you to our Sponsor - Butcher Air Conditioning and Insulation. We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends to remind them of the Joy of Christmas! Mary-Rose's Blog post : Click Here! Rock ‘n' Marriage : View Here! Our new book : Read Here!

Thank you so much for joining us on week 3 of our Advent series where we talk at length about what we all long for in this busy season - Joy! We are joined by our long time friend and Jesuit priest Father Patrick Hough. Father is the new director of the Grand Coteau retreat center here in South Louisiana and he shares a bit of his mission to restore this wonder property! A huge thank you to our Sponsor - Prime Excavating. We are thankful for your continued support! Please like and share this podcast and send it to a few friends to remind them of the Joy of Christmas! Story of Fr. Calais : Click Here! Grand Coteau Retreat Center : Click Here! Rock ‘n' Marriage : Buy Tickets Here! Our new book : Buy a Copy Here!

Thank you so much for joining us again on the Marriage U Podcast! We are so glad to share this reflection on the theme of the 2nd week of advent; Peace! Ryan and Mary-Rose have a solo episode where they share many insights into how they have grown in Peace as a family of 8! Our team is praying for you as this beautiful season moves forward that you may find the Peace that Christ offers this Advent. 
 A huge thank you to this weeks sponsor - The Olinde Group! We are grateful for your continued support of our Mission! Please follow our podcast and leave us a review! May God bless you. Our new Book : ⁠The Road to Family Missionary Discipleship ⁠ Support Our Mission : ⁠Donate here! 

Welcome to our newly branded show, Witness to Love's Marriage U Podcast! We are glad you are here and hope to provide you with all things fun, factual, and interesting about the Sacrament of Marriage. Ryan & Mary-Rose Verret and David Dawson kick off a compelling Advent Series this week. They dive right into the first virtue of this liturgical season; Hope! We pray that this advent series is one of great joy and growth for you and your family! Huge thank you to our Sponsor - Rock 'n' Bowl de Lafayette! We are grateful for your continued support! Our new Book : The Road to Family Missionary Discipleship Support Our Mission : Donate here!

In this 18th episode of the 2nd season, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love share their reflections on the gift of marriage on St. Valentine's Day. Together they discuss how marriage is a gift from God. Regardless of the season you and your spouse are in, we are called to be present to our vocations with love and intention. "To love another person is to see the face of God!" To learn more about how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 17th episode of the 2nd season, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love are joined by Sam and Emily Pitre as their guest. Together they discuss what true commitment within marriage looks like. How do you live out your commitment to your spouse within marriage? To learn more about how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 16th episode of the 2nd season, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love discuss why every married couples needs a vision to aspire towards. Does your marriage and family life have a vision? We all need a vision to be able to walk towards, and most importantly within our marriage and family lives. A married life becomes more fruitful and virtuous when their is a common vision the couple is striving for. To learn more about how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 15th episode of the 2nd season, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love are joined by Daniel and Regina Boyd - and together they discuss how Catholic marriages are called to live in community to grow in virtue. A married life becomes more fruitful and virtuous when lived within community. Tune into this episode and learn how to strengthen your Catholic marriage. To learn more about how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 14th episode, the 2nd episode of the 2nd season, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love - discuss how Catholic marriages are called to grow in the virtue of faith. During hard times in marriage, amid the uncertainty and anxieties we are challenged to grow in the virtue of faith, learning to trust God's plan for your marriage. Tune into this episode and learn how to strengthen your Catholic marriage's mission and identity. To learn more about how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 13th episode, the 1st episode of the 2nd season, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love - discuss the start of the Year of Believing of the Be Light marriage enrichment program. They explore how marriages are called to grow in virtue together in the midst of the lows and highs of marriage. Tune into this episode and learn how to strengthen your marriage's mission and identity. To learn more about how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 12th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love alongside Fr. Dubroc - discuss the mission and identity of marriages of today as being first and foremost rooted and fully discovered in the person of Christ. They explore how community is essential to fostering a healthy mission and identity for marriages. Tune into this episode and learn how to strengthen your marriage's mission and identity. To learn more about how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 11th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love - discuss how our family of origin form the habits we carry into our marriages and friendships. Our family of origin offer the foundation for our sense of belonging, and although our family of origins are not always perfect, the gift of community formed through new friendships can also help offer a safe space to grow in virtue and grace within our marriages. To learn more how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 10th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret invite Deacon Russ and Jody Millspaugh to discuss how marriage is best lived when it is lived within community. They share how surrounding their marriage with other like-minded couples has offered tremendous support, growth, and opportunity for authentic friendships. Being supported by a good community has enriched their vocation within marriage and helped them grow in virtue to love and serve better within their own marriage. To learn more how to enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 9th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret, founders of Witness to Love - discuss how sacrifice teaches us to love our spouse more authentically. Marriage is filled with many opportunities for sacrifices, and growth for Christian virtue, in the moments of sacrifice we are taught to love with a selfless love for the other. To learn more how you can enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 8th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret invite Jason and Sarah Kidd to discuss how they prioritize their marriage in the midst of their busy and daily obligations of life. Marriage is filled with many opportunities for sacrifices, and growth for Christian virtue. Jason and Sarah Kidd share how they have learned to love each other both in the highs and lows of life, growing towards becoming the best version of themselves. To learn more how to enrich your marriage, register for our online "Be Light" Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 7th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret invite the young married couple Mark and Abby Dufrene to discuss how the pandemic impacted their marriage and helped them discover a renewed appreciation for the gift of community. Even amidst the challenges of 2020, Mark and Abby were able to see past the challenges of 2020 and discover that no marriage can do it alone, we all need community to grow and enrich our vocations to allow the Holy Spirit to make our marriages an icon of God's love in the world. Tune in today to hear their reflection on how your marriage can live out community even in admits a pandemic. To learn more how to enrich your marriage, register for the Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 6th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret discuss how our marriages are called to be an icon of God's love in the world. Tune in today to hear their reflection on how your marriage can be an icon of God's divine love for your children and your community. Register for the Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 5th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret are joined by guest married couple, Don and Jennifer Bragger. In this episode, they discuss the role of teamwork within marriage. What is teamwork? What makes teamwork within marriage vs teamwork within a work setting different? In this episode, they share how spouses can cultivate good habits of teamwork to enrich their marriage and live a happy and whole life together. Tune in and don't forget to leave us a podcast review. To access more marriage enrichment content, register for our Year of Belonging program at https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this 4th episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret are joined by guest married couple, Greg and Julie Alexander. They are are authors, speakers, Marriage Disciples, and the Co-Founders of The Alexander House - a nonprofit that helps marriages find hope and healing. In this episode they discuss the role of healthy marriages within our society and the positive influence they have for the next generation. In this marriage reflection they share how marriages are called to be a gift not only for their spouses but for their communities. Tune in and don't forget to leave us a podcast review. To access more marriage enrichment content, register for our Year of Belonging program at https://witnesstolove.org/belight/ “ Marriage is God's gift to you and what you do with your marriage is your gift back to God.” - Greg and Julie Alexander

In this 3rd episode, Mary-­Rose and Ryan Verret discuss man's universal call to 'belong'. We are all called and created to live in communion with one another, and feel a sense of belonging, mutual love and affirmation especially within our own homes and marriages. Marriages are called to build a sense of community where both spouses and children have a sense of belonging and are affirmed in their God-given identity. Join us as we share a reflection on how your marriage can live out the call for communion and love in today's modern world. Register for the Year of Belonging Marriage Enrichment Program here: https://witnesstolove.org/belight/

In this episode, Mary Rose and Ryan Verret introduce and explain in more depth the theme of the "Year of Belonging". What does it mean to "belong"? Why is this theme important for your marriage? Belonging is vital for our sense of identity and building a community that fosters authentic growth. Catholic tradition tells us we humans were made to live in community, we are social beings by nature created to receive and give love. To have a sense of belonging is intrinsic to our human nature, and it is exactly what we mean when we say human beings were made in the "image and likeness of God". We were created for this type of communion with both God and our neighbor. Come and explore this rich theme of "belonging" in the second episode of Witness to Love.

Witness to Love is a Catholic marriage movement that helps to connect couples to their parishes through mentors and powerful online resources! We want to draw married couples closer together in Christ while being transformed into family missionary disciples. Join married couple and founder of Witness to Love, Ryan and Mary Rose Verett to unpack the richness of the Sacrament of Matrimony. This podcast has been created to reach young engaged couples, newlyweds, and all married couples seeking to strengthen their love for each other, their communities, and their love for God. We release a new podcast every third Thursday of the month. Enjoy and leave us a review! Learn more by visiting www.witnesstolove.org