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Listen in to another Glory Story about St. Anthony preaching to...the fish! This episode also includes a NEW segment of Saints & Animals. Do you have ideas for other animal stories? Call us at 855-879-2246 and leave us a message!---You can find resources, printables, and other things mentioned in this podcast below as well as at holyheroesfun.com. Thanks for listening and make sure you subscribe and share with a friend!

Join us for our "Exemplary" series // Sunday, June 9th, 2024 Sign up for a Group! wellspring.one/groups Website: www.wellspring.one​ Facebook: / njwellspring​ Instagram: / njwellspring​ "We exist to ignite a craving for Jesus by relentlessly loving our community”

Another complete Glory Story this week about an important Knight of Columbus! Then, hear a listener requested Miracles, Mysteries, and Wonders! Call us at 855-879-2246 to tell us what miracle we should investigate next! Moms, listen to the end of the episode to hear a message from Heaven!---You can find resources, printables, and other things mentioned in this podcast at holyheroesfun.com. Thanks for listening and make sure you subscribe and share with a friend!---FREE Knights of Columbus coloring page: https://blog.holyheroes.com/celebrate-the-first-canonized-knights-of-columbus-free-coloring-page-podcast/Glory Stories CD Vol. 2: St. Miguel de la Mora of the Knights of Columbus MP3 instant download: https://holyheroes.com/products/saint-miguel-de-la-mora-of-the-knights-of-columbus-glory-stories-mp3-downloadGlory Stories CD Vol. 2: St. Miguel de la Mora of the Knights of Columbus Audio CD: https://holyheroes.com/products/glory-stories-cd-vol-2-st-therese-of-lisieux-saint-miguel-de-la-mora-of-the-knights-of-columbusHow to Make a Fatima Family Action Plan [3 easy steps] blog post: https://blog.holyheroes.com/how-to-make-a-fatima-family-action-plan-3-easy-steps/Fatima Family Handbook: https://holyheroes.com/products/fatima-family-handbookThe Glorious Mysteries: Holy Heroes MP3 instant download: https://holyheroes.com/products/the-glorious-mysteries-holy-heroes-mp3-downloadThe Glorious Mysteries: Holy Heroes Audio CD: https://holyheroes.com/products/the-glorious-mysteries-holy-heroes-cd

Listen to another Glory Story along with several other beautiful stories from saints who love the Eucharist! Then pray along to a decade of the Rosary before hearing tips for bringing kids to Adoration. Moms, don't forget to call us at 855-879-2246 with your May Crowning tips!---You can find resources, printables, and other things mentioned in this podcast at holyheroesfun.com. Thanks for listening and make sure you subscribe and share with a friend!

Join your Hillside family this Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 for Week 3 of our spring series from the book of Philippians called "Glory Quest." Come to be encouraged, to smile and talk with others, and most of all, to soak in God's glory so that you can reflect it to others this week. Can't wait to see you! Worship with Hillside Covenant Church as Dan Seitz teaches from Philippians 1:27-30. To view or download a copy of this week's bulletin and sermon notes follow this link: https://u.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=XZAIYm0ZCOTIrJfvFA5HP2P8N4Y3pbtBicLy If you are new to Hillside and are looking for ways to get connected and build community, visit our website: https://www.hillsidecovenant.org/ We welcome you to Hillside and are so glad you joined us today! To give in support of Hillside Covenant and its ministries follow this link: https://hillsidecovenant.churchcenter.com/giving The full service from Hillside Covenant Church, Sunday, April 21, 2024.

Join your Hillside family this Sunday morning at 9:00 or 11:00 for Week 3 of our spring series from the book of Philippians called "Glory Quest." Come to be encouraged, to smile and talk with others, and most of all, to soak in God's glory so that you can reflect it to others this week. Can't wait to see you! Worship with Hillside Covenant Church as Dan Seitz teaches from Philippians 1:27-30. To view or download a copy of this week's bulletin and sermon notes follow this link: https://u.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=XZAIYm0ZCOTIrJfvFA5HP2P8N4Y3pbtBicLy If you are new to Hillside and are looking for ways to get connected and build community, visit our website: https://www.hillsidecovenant.org/ We welcome you to Hillside and are so glad you joined us today! To give in support of Hillside Covenant and its ministries follow this link: https://hillsidecovenant.churchcenter.com/giving The sermon from Hillside Covenant Church, Sunday, April 21, 2024.

SPECIAL Episode: Hear the entire Glory Story about the Patroness of First Communicants! Plus learn a beautiful prayer that you can start praying now (even if your First Communion is still a few years away)!---You can find resources, printables, and other things mentioned in this podcast at holyheroesfun.com. Thanks for listening and make sure you subscribe and share with a friend!

In this Episode, I feature Kingdom Rockstar, Michele Davenport. Michele lives in the KC area and is an Ordained Minister, inspirational speaker, evangelist, Bible teacher, author of several books, YouTube podcaster and has been a guest on both radio and television talk shows. She is a wife to Marty, Mom to two lovely adult daughters and is Nina and Nana to several beautiful grandchildren. In our authentic conversation. Michele shares her “Horror Story to Glory Story” God Story about her trauma filled abusive childhood where she endured sexual abuse, rape and assault, physical abuse and the devastating loss of her brother and many other setbacks and disappointments. She shares how she clung to God through all of it. In addition, she shares how after the death of her biological Dad, she accepted her calling to preach the Word of God and how God has orchestrated everything in her life and family to fulfill his plan. In closing, she shares ministering and powerful words from scripture to those who are struggling with the wounds of trauma due to abuse and unforgiveness of their abusers to help them break free to move forward in their lives to fulfill God's plan. This Episode also includes a mental health tip from Sherrie Pucket, a licensed Christian professional counselor from the KC area.  Get your ASM 52 Week Devotional at http://alteredstories.org/devo  

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Hey friend, A glory story— that's what my bestie calls a story that has God fingerprints all over it. This one is about God showing out at the end of this year's 30 Days of Thankfulness Drive and it has four great takeaways for all of us! You can watch it on Youtube, or listen to The Story Table podcast on your favorite podcasting platform […]

A Glory Story: Ge-Anne. When It All Finally Became Real.

We must utterly despair of our own ability before we are prepared to receive the grace of Christ. Luther wrote, “The thirst for glory is not ended by satisfying it but rather by extinguishing it.” This is the cross story that stands in direct opposition to the glory story that is our default view of ourselves. Forde writes, “The most common overarching story we tell about ourselves is what we will call the glory story. We came from glory and are bound for glory.” BUT, “Our story is not that of the exit from and return to glory of an undying soul. The cross destroys all that.” All of our schemes for gaining the glory we imagine that lost come to an end at the cross of Christ. They are ashes - for we are dust and to dust we shall return. Our only hope is that when we die with Christ, we will also live with Christ. (2 Timothy 2:11)   Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content. Follow St Luke Lutheran Church: YouTube Instagram Facebook Website

Welcome to Behold, a series for Catholic women who are longing to live a life worthy of the call they have received (Ephesians 4:1). My name is Kristy Horsch, and I am a Catholic wife, mom, and life coach who is trying to do this very thing, and I want to share with you some of the tools I have found that have changed my life without changing a single circumstance. In Episode 42, I talk about sharing the work God is doing in your life, and how you can give glory to Him through the story of your life. All of our episodes and worksheets from previous episodes are now available in one place! Go to https://behold.vipmembervault.com/ and click on the SIGN UP button under Behold to get access! Want to dive deeper? Please check out my website at https://behold.mailchimpsites.com/ You can join my email list and learn more about all the exciting things happening at Behold including Beckoned, our membership that deep dives into these concepts, so you can implement them in your life today. We also have a private facebook group that you are welcome to join. https://www.facebook.com/groups/719286942124042/?ref=share It would also be so kind of you to click to subscribe, rate and review us, so you never miss an episode and help spread the work about this powerful work! Thank you so much for joining me! *Intro music is A Kind Face by Crowander.

Fr. Josh answers questions about whether all world religions are the same, how to accept a partner's sexual history in a dating relationship, and how to let go of past sufferings and hurts. Please note: This episode contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised. Glory Story (2:37) Are all religions the same? ( 4:39) How I accept my partner's sexual history? (11:24) How do I let go of past sufferings and hurts? ( 15:31) Snippet from the Show We can reverence the fact that there are true, good, and beautiful aspects of different world religions, but we should always invite people to discover Jesus Christ, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. * Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh's shownotes or go to www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh * Submit your questions and feedback to Fr. Josh by filling out a form at www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh

Arch Book Series children's Biblically based story (this one from John 20-21 and Acts 1. Written by Walter Wangerin jr.

Sunday was message 4 in the series Vision Month @ JCI. We are in Isaiah 43 now and the message is called “Finish the Race. Tune in to hear how God is using Journey and the mission He has called us to.

Sunday was message 4 in the series Vision Month @ JCI. We are in Isaiah 43 now and the message is called “Finish the Race. Tune in to hear how God is using Journey and the mission He has called us to.

Sunday was message 2 in a new series Vision Month @ JCI. The message is called “Glory Story”. Vision Month is to remind us of who we’ve been called to be IN Jesus and what we’ve been called to do BY Jesus.

Sunday was message 2 in a new series Vision Month @ JCI. The message is called “Glory Story”. Vision Month is to remind us of who we’ve been called to be IN Jesus and what we’ve been called to do BY Jesus.

Journey Church International is a difference making church in Lees Summit, MO with an exciting kids program, bible-based teaching and an inviting atmosphere.

Vitalpoint Church continues it's Hebrew Words series with the GLORY. Want to support Vitalpoint financially? E-transfer accounting@vitalpointchurch.com Website: vitalpointchurch.com Instagram: @vitalpointchurch Facebook: Vitalpoint Church Vitalpoint Church Online Live Sunday @ 10:00AM

TaJuanna Taylor, founder of Bootstrap Dreams and Glory Stories, joins the 1 Girl Revolution to share her powerful life story, she talks about being raised in an Army family, she shares how she chooses joy and has become a serial optimist, and how she empowers others to chase their dreams and to be the person they were created to be. TaJuanna has her own Glory Story to tell and she’ll empower you to think about your own story in a new way. TaJuanna will inspire you, she’ll fill you with joy and hope, and she’ll inspire you to be the person you were created to be.    For more information: www.1girlrevolution.com/TaJuanna  

Sometimes working at Vagabond Missions is heartbreaking but sometimes it gives you a front row seat to God's glory. Today Andy Churray, a long time missionary and Area Director, shares such a story.

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Show Transcript: You are listening to the Blooming Inspired Podcast on the Blooming Inspired Podcast Network. We exist to empower the voices of women who live their lives #BloomingAlive through Podcast Community. Now, here is your host. Blooming Inspired Podcast equipping and empowering the voices of women who live their lives Blooming Alive. This week Michelle shares from the heart about a very personal series of Mirror Moments with God. Last February she was preparing to speak at a conference and share her testimony - and, God was gracious in allowing her to prepare the glory story of all the victories she’s known in her life with Him. As she put the final period on the end of the last sentence - she felt Him nudge her heart. “Now that you have that out of your system, would you like to know what I want to say?” This testimony was her response to that question! Introduction Hello Wildflowers! This is Michelle Bentham, host of Blooming Inspired Podcast. We’re moving in a new direction this week - over the next two or three weeks I’ll be sharing my personal testimony - really, it’s my identity journey into Poppa, Jesus & the Holy Spirit’s heart for me. This is a word straight from the deep places of healing and messy life I’ve walked with God as I’ve grown in knowing Him. For the last 10 years my prayer has been “God, I want to know you the way you know me.” And in that time, I’ve come through these beautiful mirror moments, learning to see His image in me. Embracing Identity is a core value here at Blooming Inspired Network. In my own experiences I’ve found spiritual identity is not at all about discovering who YOU are in Christ, but rather settling your heart in intimacy to know Him - just Him - discovering who He is and how He wants to express Himself through you. As I pray for you today, I want you to keep in mind in Genesis 1 & 2 we learned that we - as human beings - were born in the image of God. Our life as believers should be an ever increasing journey toward becoming what we behold in Him - seeing, as Paul wrote to the Corinthians, faintly as in a mirror but as we grow more like Him looking forward to that day when we finally know Him as He knows us - FULLY - Face to Face. Let’s Pray, Father God, I ask that You would give each person within the sound of my voice eyes to see, ears to hear and a heart to know you more. I pray that every person would encounter and be reminded that You think thoughts toward us and those thoughts are plans to prosper us and to bring about our future and hope in You. That as I share the testimony of the truth I’ve lived in you, that those within the sound of my voice would find a resonating life song they can begin to sing in their own experiences with you. Let our hearts be inspired to press into You more, to live for more and to experience more so Your glory may be known upon the earth. I ask these things in Jesus’ Precious Name, AMEN. Would you allow that reality to settle deep in your heart as you hear my testimony of Jesus today? Last February I prepared to speak at a conference and share a sweet little testimony about my life with Jesus. God’s grace allowed me to prepare that glory story of all the victories I’ve known in my life with Him. I settled down after the final period landed on the end of the last sentence of that testimony. Satisfied. Excited. I had two weeks until the conference and all I needed to do was tweak it, read it again and again so I could deliver it from my heart. And that’s when it happened… I felt Him nudge my heart. “Now that you have that out of your system, would you like to know what I want to say?” How else would I respond? My simple reply in that moment was yes, Lord. It still took me two full weeks to let go of my glory story complete with a cute anecdote my daddy loves to tell about how I thought the preacher was God at a revival meeting when I was just 3 years old. At 9:30 am, on the morning of the conference, I opened my laptop and typed up what I am about to share with you now. Just 5 hours before delivering it to the women I had been invited to serve that weekend. You see, God did not want me to share that “Glory Story” because it only told you the good parts of my experiences with Him, without digging into the not so lovely parts. Anybody else? Do you have those not so lovely parts of your testimony you’d just really rather not share with 100+ strangers much less the entire interwebs… As I am choosing to do now? I mean, come on – who here has Facebook or Instagram, or maybe that “Pinterest. Perfect. Account?” I attended the conference I shared this testimony at the year before serving as the Worship Painter. The day that I spoke, the room filled with many of the same women who watched me paint a glorious masterpiece of God’s Pearl of Great Price the year before, I confessed: “I really am not ‘that good’ at painting.” Meaning, I usually learn to do things that I don’t think I can do by doing them. (REPEAT) And, because I was painting the entire day the previous year, I didn’t get to fully participate in all the activations offered. In particular, the mirror moment activation each woman was encouraged to do during the conference. They stood before the mirror taking off the lies they’d believed about themselves and asked God to show them how He sees them. That night, as I walked my tired body into the hotel room provided I found myself standing in front of the mirror taking off my shoes. The day had been long and hard, but my hair looked great and my make-up still in all the right places. And as I looked He took me back to a moment many years earlier. As I lingered there staring at myself in the mirror my heart spoke up... Has that ever happened to anyone out there? Well it does to me! You see, your heart has a voice and sometimes it talks to you. That night it would have been unusual for me to pause in front of a mirror. After ministering through paint, being on my feet and working more than 12 hours - I’m normally exhausted! By extension – my heart is usually quiet. But this night, because of the women I served – MY HEART WAS QUITE FULL. And as my eyes stared back at me I said aloud, “I think I’m finally starting to see her – that girl you’ve shown me I am. And, what’s more... I think I like her. And maybe, even I’m starting to love her...” The moment was not nearly as vain as it sounds. You see I have a very Jerry Springer meets Jennie Jones kind of story. A story that mirrors a few women we read about in scripture who had amazing encounters with Jesus when He walked the earth. The woman at the well, Mary Magdalene, and the adulterous woman the pharisees brought before Jesus to be stoned. We’ll look at one of these stories together, but before I go there... I need to tell you a bit of my story. As I wrote my testimony last February, I wanted to share all the things I counted as victories and how I have never known a day of my life when I didn’t believe God exists and that Jesus is real. Every word of it 100% TRUE, but it wasn’t complete. In sharing the victories, I skipped right over those years I often call my wilderness or prodigal season. A time when I was a very poor mother to small children, divorced and promiscuously working my way through 100s of men in bars – I don’t remember many of them, much less their names. I skipped the part about being married twice. And the abusive men who tried to utterly destroy me sending me off in the PTSD of Battered Women’s Syndrome. I was a hostage in my own mind. Can I just brag about my husband a little bit? We met when I was still hiding out and a hot mess - running from the law, and he quickly became the truest taste of unconditional love I’ve ever known. I like to call him my Kinsman Redeemer, but mostly I just call him #TheFisherman because he often catches all the fishes. Beside Jesus, he is the love of my life. He made me the catch of his life 22 years ago last August. We share a blended family of 2 sons and 3 daughters, two sons in love, and one who will soon be officially joining our family in November... and then there’s that little Grandbaby we learned about in January! He was due in August, but came a little early while his pops and I were on vacation in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Can I tell you I loved that little boy before I ever know him and I’m one happy Mimi? That little boy truly has my heart. And holding him is about the sweetest thing I’ve ever known. But, before all that I had a life riddled with traumas. My parents struggled with volatile anger and emotional drama while I was in my mother’s womb. She was really sick while carrying me, and the doctor force delivered me after my mother had a near fatal episode in the delivery room. I grew up believing I had nearly killed my mother and given her high blood pressure. SO! Birth was traumatic, my family life - full of emotional drama. In addition, I suffered a number of external traumas before I was 18: the deaths of both my grandmothers – the first at 5 years old, my cousin’s girlfriend was murdered when I was 12, and if that were it would be enough! I was also bullied in middle school, and at 16 I was raped as a virgin which messed me up -BIG. TIME. I carried that event as a secret for a number of years. I dated a man much older than me as I turned 17, and a few months later found out I was pregnant a few weeks before I began my senior year in high school. He abandoned me and his child when he learned of my condition. As I graduated from school and left home - I would hear boys say, “She’s really pretty and all, but she has a kid.” As an adult I was in several traumatic car accidents that resulted in major injuries to my body, I ended up moving in with the first guy who paid attend and ended up being physically abused in my first marriage and another relationship I had before I met #Theisherman. That’s a laundry list of opportunities for the enemy to come in and take footholds or build strongholds through my life. He sought to destroy my identity, and didn’t have to work too hard at it either. I carried a lot of self deception and self hatred. I think it was around 5 years of age that I decided it would be better to make up or pretend to have a better life than the one I was living. By 8 years old I was convinced I was a problem and constantly in trouble with my parents - one particular incident which was attributed to an error my teacher made not recording my grades for several weeks sealed my wounded heart shut. I decided at that point if I was going to get in trouble I’d have a great time doing it. I lived in active rebellion towards authority almost my entire life – including a few days in jail here and there. I had been in church enough as a child to be saved at age 12, but I had such an immature mindset because I was not discipled in the word of God – though my daddy tried. (Did I say I lived in active rebellion? YEAH.) At this point in my story, I’m pretty sure my pastor friend who invited me to speak was thinking - “Why on earth did I invite her to speak?” As You Have Heard, I have a messy testimony. Full of pitfalls and potholes and lots of self sabotage! It’s a messy story that has an equal number of amazing BUT GOD moments to tell as well. He intersected my life after I face-planted a windshield on the way home from a bar with a friend in 1998. And as hard as I had run from God all those years before, I ran after God and I’ve not ever looked back. But, when I started going to church there was this moment when I realized I had all these SKELETONS in the closet... All these things I’d done that only my family really knew about – well, some of them are public record with the state of Texas. Are you with me? At age 30, I ended up in this little church in Rhome, TX with my unsaved second husband, our blended family of five kids with three different last names, and I wanted to pretend we were Ozzy & Harriet. Put on my best clothes and my best face each week and smiled and nodded my way through those first few months in church. Around Christ that year, my husband and later three of our five kids surrendered their lives to salvation and Jesus. And after a summer of Bible study with my pastor’s wife our fourth of five came to know Jesus at summer camp, and I began leading women’s ministry at the church. That was it... I knew what I was made to do from that moment on. But, REMEMBER... I still had this closet in my head full of skeletons. And that door had been slammed shut with a padlock in place to keep that wreck of a life hidden. There were even a few of those old bones sticking through the cracks in the door and I was terrified that they might just come flying out one night at Bible study and sprawl themselves across the floor – You know what that means, right? I’d be disqualified... And DISQUALIFIED is exactly how I felt. You know, somehow in all that Bible study I missed the part where Jesus died to redeem my past and not only forgive my sins, but to cleanse me from all unrighteousness. SAY THAT TO with me – Jesus not only forgives my sin, but cleanses me from ALL UNRIGHTEOUSNESS. Here’s the deal though, 1 John 1:9 tells us we have to do something to receive the cleansing... Confess the sins to God. “If we confess our sins (to God), He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from ALL -” Say ALL! “All unrighteousness.” What’s our part? To confess our sins. To come clean about all the things we’ve done to offend God and hurt other people. It’s been a long way from there to here, and I wouldn’t say I’ve arrived - still, I work daily to keep my life confessed up with God so the enemy doesn’t get any more footholds. Amen? I spent from those early years in church digging into the depths of God’s word, leading women’s Bible study at church, and doing my own word studies on the side. Things were not ideal at home, but I was growing in God and learning so much about Him. Still, I kept the not so lovely parts of our lives hidden from those around me. Like the fact that my teenage son was spinning wildly out of control and that our issues with him often escalated to violence between he and I. That’s when the enemy hit our family hard… Side Swiped us for real. In 2005 my oldest son suffered severe head injuries in a car accident. Eight days after his accident he passed away and I like to say he is now in Heaven’s safe keeping. God has been so good and gracious to me. As I walked out the healing journey after Justin’s death I discovered that God wanted me to give him everything... And that led me to several mirror moments that would change my life forever. I’ll save the others for the next couple of weeks, but today I’ll share the one that stemmed from that night in the hotel room in 2019. (FACEBOOK TESTIMONY) Do. You. See. It's been a long journey from there to here... From that night when I heard a voice call me from my sleep sending me to the living room to watch a video. I sat in the dark, my attitude far from polite, watching my favorite Bible study teacher speak on the screen across the room. From that moment when one by one all the unconfessed sin in my life played through my mind. Sin that brought tears... not of shame, not of guilt and not of regret, but rather tears of conviction at the high price Jesus paid for each picture remembered. I lay there, face in the carpet, sobbing in grief over what my sin cost Jesus. It seemed like time had stopped. From that moment after gut sobbing, snot in my hair kinda' crying when I asked Him what I should do with all this mess. And I felt He said, Go look in the mirror. From that moment when I walked into the bathroom where the light intensified so brilliant white I could not see to the clarity that came as I stepped in front of the vanity mirror and saw my piercing brown eyes. Chocolate brown dots staring back at me from a splotchy red face. And that's when I heard the most beautiful words, "Look what a mess you made out of the beauty I created." I didn't hear condemnation, but loving acknowledgement. He said He created me beautiful. Still beautiful in spite of the mess. I had always felt less than, somewhat ordinary... Crook in my nose, brown eyes -one noticeably smaller than the other-naturally dishwater colored hair, freckles and speckles and splotches in pasty white skin, a square shaped jaw and sparsely drawn in brows. A blank canvas... But He said I'm beautiful. Lately, I see her. That woman He fashioned and designed me to be - the uniquely fabulous way my dark eyes catch and reflect light. The sweet little way my mouth turns first down then up creating a beautiful smile that deeply creases my cheeks on both sides. The way my chin juts down from a softly square jawline. The way my fine mass of hair wisps and curls around my face, taking the style I carefully apply. I've started to love her lately in a way I didn't realize she needed to be loved. I see myself as He sees me - as He is within me. Scriptures commends us to love - first God with all our heart, soul, mind & strength and to love our neighbors as we love ourselves. I cannot love others well, unless first I love myself. I cannot love myself well, unless I first love God. And when I choose to see myself through His eyes, I learn to see others as I see myself - from Love's perspective. Do. You. See. I am starting to see that girl He showed me back then. I love her, too. "The King is enthralled with your beauty. Honor Him for He is Lord." Psalm 45:11 (My Memory) Closing Remarks That’s all the time we have for today! Thank you for tuning in with us. I pray this is some encouragement to you as you seek to set your heart in a posture of love through turbulent days that are warring for our hearts and minds. May His power, wisdom and presence be complete in you and may you walk in His steadfast love daily. Next week we’ll dig deeper into this idea of Moving Forward in the power of the Holy Spirit. I’m very excited to announce that Blooming Inspired Network is sharing a new office space with Michelle Bentham’s Coaching Practice in Granbury, TX! If you’d like to learn more about mentoring through Blooming Inspired Network or sign up for coaching please reach out to Michelle by email and she will send you all the information you need to get started. WOW! OCTOBER is upon us… We’re already more than half way through and that means there are approximately 68-70 days left in 2020!!! Our fall Bible study has been delayed but we’ll be making announcements for a November start reading our last book in #TheGospels #VerseByVerse! I have excellent news… We’ll be meeting in person again this fall. I’ve got a few details to iron out before making the announcement but I cannot wait to get connected with you all again in Bible Study and community! If you’d like to be a guest on this show or get more information about hosting your own podcast on the Blooming Inspired Podcast Network - please reach out to me by visiting bloominginspirednetwork.com and click the podcast link at the top of the page or michelle.bentham@bloominginspirednetwork.com. I’d love the opportunity to connect with you and figure out how we can share your voice with the world around us. If you need encouragement of any kind, prayer or would just like to stay connected with us here at Blooming Inspired Network, please reach out by visiting us on Facebook, @BloomingInspired or bloominginspirednetwork.com and click the Direct Message or Contact link at the top of the page. We’d love to join hands with you in this season and lift you up. If you’d like to get this podcast delivered to your smart device, we're available on both Apple and Google Podcasts - take a moment to Subscribe and leave a review today! We’d love to partner with you in sharing messages that encourage and inspire other women to live their lives blooming alive! Speaking of partnering… Blooming Inspired Network is working with an up and coming ministry called Women of Verve. I began a little more than a year ago to walk with my friend, Melissa, as she birthed this idea of doing a community based outreach to women through retreats and Bible studies. In June we hosted 24 women and 4 leaders for a life-changing weekend away at MO Ranch in Hunt, TX. As we did the community of women we served has ralled! We are meeting in early November for a Brunch and time of fellowship with some light teaching. 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Fr. Josh answers questions on spiritually growing in a season of singleness, responding to atheism, and overcoming fear. Glory Story (3:35) Growing in the Season of Singleness (5:16) Responding to Atheism (10:42) Overcoming Fear ( 15:16) Snippet From the Show With the rise of atheism, let us look at the witness of the missionaries of charity. Their passionate love for Jesus Christ and selfless service of the poor undoubtedly point to something bigger than themselves. Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh’s shownotes or go to www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh Submit your questions and feedback to Fr.Josh by filling out a form at www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh

Student's Mass Homily for Friday, October 16, 2020

Fr. Josh answers questions about incorruptible saints, idolizing celebrities, and papal infallibility. Glory Story (2:39) Feedback (4:06) Incorruptible Saints (6:09) Idolizing Celebrities (13:09) Papal Infallibility (17:43) Snippet From the Show The miraculous preservation of the bodies of incorruptible saints is a gift from God that draw us back to the Church. Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh’s shownotes or go to www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh Submit your questions and feedback to Fr.Josh by filling out a form at www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh

Fr. Josh answers questions about returning to mass during COVID, the validity of beach weddings and why we should consecrate ourselves to Jesus through Mary. Glory Story (2:25) Feedback (3:48) Returning to Mass (6:24) Beach Weddings (12:40) Marian Consecration (16:47) Snippet From the Show Christ came to us through Mary, and so we also return to him through Mary. *Submit your questions and feedback to Fr.Josh by filling out a form at www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh * Text ASKFATHERJOSH to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh’s weekly email list or visit www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh for shownnotes

Fr. Josh answers questions on end of time prophecies, how apostolic succession works, and the purpose of praying novenas. Glory Story (3:12) Feedback ( 5:39) End of Time Prophecies (7:59) Praying Novenas ( 22:01) Apostolic Succession (26:35) Snippet From the Show “Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ.”- St. Jerome Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh’s shownotes or go to www.AscensionPress.com/askfatherjosh Submit your questions and feedback to Fr.Josh by fillinf out a form at www.AscensionPress.com/askfatherjosh

Fr. Josh answers questions on how men can lead spiritually in dating relationships, how to explain to the trinity, and learning to embracing the cross. Glory Story (3:08) Feedback (5:32) Holy Dating (8:11) Explaining the Trinity (13:37) Embracing the Cross (20:41) Snippet From the Show We rejoice in suffering not because it feels good to suffer, but because we know the good work that God can do through our suffering for the entire body of Christ. Submit your questions and feedback for Fr.Josh by filling out a form at www.AscensionPress.com/AskFrJosh.

Fr. Josh answers questions on how to evangelize in the workplace, how to be a good godparent and how to support and defend your local priest when there is gossip in the parish community. Announcement (1:18) Glory Story (4:17) Evangelizing at Worl ( 14:34) Being a Good Godparent (17:41) Supporting your Local Priest (23:52) Snippet From the Show As a godparent, take time to invest in your relationship with the parents of your godchild and find ways to support them and hold accountable in their faith. Submit your questions and feedback to Fr. Josh by filling out a form at www.AscensionPress.com/AskFrJosh.

Fr.Josh answers questions on the dark night of the soul, what makes a sacrament valid, and why we believe in the existence of dinosaurs even though they are not specifically mentioned in Genesis. Glory Story (3:18) Feedback (5:56) Dark Night of the Soul (7:42) Valid Sacraments (13:57) Dinosaurs in the Bible (20:35) Snippet From the Show Every sacrament that has been given to the Church by our Savior Jesus Christ has a form and a matter, and these cannot be changed. Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh’s shownotes or go to www.AscensionPress.com/AskFrJosh. Email your questions and feedback to Fr. Josh at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com

Fr. Josh addresses how to raise kids to be saints today, how to accept death, and why it is wrong to use the Lord's name in vain. Glory Story (3:36) Feedback (7:36) Raising Kids to be Saints (8:37) Accepting Death (24:37) Using the Lord's Name in Vain /Swearing (32:16) Snippet From the Show "Modern man listens more willingly to witnesses than to teachers, and if he does listen to teachers, it is because they are witnesses." - Pope Paul VI Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh’s shownotes or go to www.AscensionPress.com/AskFrJosh. Email your questions and feedback to Fr. Josh at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com

In this episode, Brandon Bailey, Executive Assistant to the SVP of People of Postmates, shares his temp glory story! Prior to joining Postmates, Brandon made the conscious choice to contract for a few years, while doing some simultaneous soul-searching. Through his commitment to adding value and treating every open door as an opportunity, Brandon was able to successfully convert one of his contract positions into a meaningful and lucrative full-time role. In this episode, he shares how he did it. Spoiler alert: it has to do with knowing yourself and staying true to who you are! We hope Brandon’s story will inspire you to view your current temp position differently or encourage you to give temping a shot where you otherwise might not have.

Dave “He Must Increase, I Must Decrease” VanVickle is not joining me (Mike “Gomer” Gormley) today, but we’ve still got a great show. First, I talk about the poverty of the Cross, how Jesus was stripped of everything, and suffered like no one else ever has or ever will and how that needs to be at the absolute center of everything we do. Next, I read some glory stories from our audience (someone from Ireland wrote in, so we’re bonafide international now). It’s amazing to hear about the good things happening in parishes, since we’re constantly inundated with negative news. Finally, I answer a couple questions about how to make meetings more Christocentric, and how to include the kerygma in training efforts. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com and be sure to check out the shownotes at ascensionpress.com/everykneeshallbow or text “EKSB” to 33-777 to subscribe!

Fr. Josh answers the question, “What’s the point of Lent?" He then asks a set of questions to help you determine which Lenten practices will be best for your soul this year.  Snippet from the Show  When we enter into the Lenten season, we enter into spiritual warfare. Expect Satan to discourage you, but don’t talk to the snake … go directly to Jesus.  Glory Story (3:10)  What’s the Point of Lent? (5:40) Figuring Out What Your Soul Needs This Lent Add more silence to your day: give God some extra time to speak to your heart, teaching you to become more like him (we become like those we hangout with).Choose your fast wisely: make sure you’re picking a fast that will really challenge you and that you’ll feel all of Lent.Stop hitting the snooze button: replace those extra few minutes of sleep with a few minutes of prayer each morning.Get off social media: we can waste a lot of time on social media that could be spent with God or our brothers and sisters. Kick that habit during Lent.Make sure you have accountability: find a close friend you can be vulnerable with and hold each other accountable this Lent.Replace a good for a greater good: whatever you’re fasting from, find a prayer or spiritual practice to replace it with during Lent. Resources:  Pocket Guide to Adoration by Fr. Josh JohnsonEmail your questions about Lent and other topics and feedback to Fr. Josh at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe for the chance to win a free copy of Fr. Josh’s new book!Broken and Blessed by Fr. Josh Johnson

Fr. Josh answers questions about whether Catholics should do yoga, whether we should forgive the Devil, and whether Mary truly had free will. **Glory Story (5:00) **Feedback (9:19) *Yoga (10:58) * Hi Fr. Josh, I thank the Lord for leading me to your podcast. I am learning a lot with regards to the beauty of our Catholic faith, though late in the game. Anyway, my question is about yoga. I have read that it stems from another religion and it's called a practice. I am currently attending classes at the gym because I find that among the many I have tried, it works for my aches and stiffness. I consider it as mindful stretching as opposed to a practice of the philosophy it purports to be. My question is: am I violating my Christian faith if I view yoga as just a workout and not the religious practice that others view it? Any information will be appreciated and again, thank you. - Joi Should we forgive the devil? (21:50) Hey, Fr. Josh! I'm going to get right to it: should we forgive and love the devil? God loves and forgives everyone, right? Does that include the devil? And if it does include the devil, does that mean we should also love and forgive the devil because we are to imitate Christ? My gut feeling is no. We should just steer clear of the devil entirely and leave it up to God to fight and interact with him. I'm not sure about forgiving the devil for his many temptations and assaults against us, but I'm positive we're not meant to love him, right? I would love to know your view on the matter and if the Catholic Church has an official opinion on this. Thank you so much for any help you can provide! - D Did Mary have free-will? (32:33) Hi Fr. Josh, I love your podcast and I’ve been listening for some time. Here is my question: Would it have been a sin to deny the angel Gabriel and not have Jesus? And if it would have been a sin to deny God’s plan, and Mary was born without sin, did she have no other option than to accept? So would she not have had free will? Thank you and God Bless!! - John *Resources: * * Preorder Pocket Guide to Adoration (https://ascensionpress.com/collections/collection-book/products/pocket-guide-to-adoration) by Fr. Josh Johnson * Email your questions about Lent and other topics and feedback to Fr. Josh at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com * Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to the shownotes list for the chance to win a free copy of Fr. Josh’s new book! * Broken and Blessed (https://ascensionpress.com/products/broken-and-blessed-an-invitation-to-my-generation) by Fr. Josh Johnson * Jeff Cavins Young Adult Pilgrimage (http://www.jeffcavins.com/pilgrimage?category=%222020%20Vision%22%20Holy%20Land) with Fr. Mike Schmitz in June 2020

Her glory is her story, so says Auntie Anne Beiler of the famed – and delicious – Auntie Anne Pretzels, and she broke down more of her Glory Story with us on today's program. It's a remarkably relatable testimony filled with savory nuggets you can really sink your teeth in to

Her glory is her story, so says Auntie Anne Beiler of the famed – and delicious – Auntie Anne Pretzels, and she broke down more of her Glory Story with us on today's program. It's a remarkably relatable testimony filled with savory nuggets you can really sink your teeth in to

What kinds of physical acts are morally acceptable when it comes to sex in marriage? What do you do when one spouse embraces NFP and the other insists on using contraception? How can an engaged couple recover chastity and peace after giving into sexual temptation together?  *Disclaimer: Parents may want to listen to the podcast before sharing with young kids, as we discuss some very mature topics about intimate relationships. Snippet from the Show  "When you bring to the Mass all that you’ve experienced, you allow Jesus to redeem those things that are most dark, bitter, and painful by taking them into the mystery of his sacrifice and casting them into the ocean of his mercy." Glory Story (3:55)  Feedback (9:26) Disagreement on Contraception in Marriage (11:33) Thank you for your podcast. It’s been a big help to me. My husband and I have been married for 18 years. We are now in our early 40’s. We have three wonderful kids who are 4, 6 and 8. We are both Catholic but experience our faith differently. One thing we have never agreed on is NFP/contraception. When we first got married I was trained and spent years charting and following my cycle using the symptothermal method. Since that time we have always abstained during my fertile period, but when we have sex my husband will still use a condom to avoid pregnancy. So I’ve basically been doing NFP on my own. He is a good man, and has his own journey with the Lord. But this has caused me much pain and guilt. We have always attended weekly Mass together, and with the children, and we do night prayers with the kids every night. I also attend daily Mass when I can, and regular reconciliation. My husband and I pray together sometimes but it’s not a daily habit. I pray a lot. I have kept bringing this to the Lord in prayer. And kept up a dialogue with my husband. I bring it to reconciliation. He doesn’t want any more children, and a big part of that now is because I become very unwell when pregnant and can’t function for a number of months. I am open to having more children if it’s God’s will, even though I’m a bit afraid of being so sick. I would do it though. After so long I have started to feel much fear, and sometimes hopelessness about this situation. At the worst times I worry that I am condemned. I feel powerless to change the situation. And an ultimatum doesn’t really seem like the right thing to do for our marriage. I have realised I basically try to avoid intercourse, but that’s not great for our marriage either. Do you have any advice that will help me to carry on in this situation, which doesn’t look like it will change anytime soon. - Sarah Oral Sex in Marriage (17:04) Hey Father Josh,  I looked all over the Ascension Press website for anything on this topic.  I have read Song of Solomon and there are lots of thought provoking ideas within the scripture. My question is, what are the Catholic teachings on what is appropriate acts of "foreplay" before having intercourse, for a married couple. To be more specific, could you also elaborate on the Catholic teachings of oral sex. I have listened to your potato analogy for same sex relationships, but am wondering the thoughts for a married male and female, as the Song of Solomon hints at some of this. Thanks in advance! - Anonymous Recovering from Sexual Sin (25:14) Hey Father Josh, I have a question I’ve been wrestling with for a few weeks now. I recently got engaged,  and we are both Catholic and are active in our church. We both agreed to wait until marriage to have sex, but one evening we went out of town to attend a wedding and it was our first time sharing a hotel room. We had spent the night in the same bed once before about 6 months prior, but that was before i knew it was a sin, and after that we never shared a bed at night. Anyway the evening was fine but then we got carried away and things went too far. I ended up crying the rest of the night and I felt absolutely horrible. The next morning was thankfully Saturday and after the wedding we both talked and wanted to not ever do that again, so we went to confession.  It’s been a couple of weeks, but I’m so sad about what I did. I feel like I failed and that I don’t know who I am or that I can’t be genuinely relaxed. It’s caused me to question so much about myself and the relationship. If we committed such a grave sin does this mean that we’re not leading each other toward Heaven? That we will lead each other to sin? Should we break off the engagement? Should we just end our relationship? I guess I’m looking for steps to do after everything. My fiance and I have talked, we stay away from the occasion of sin, not spending too much time privately alone, limiting longer kisses and we went to confession but I’m still questioning everything. I don’t know what to do. Any help or advice would be great. Please advise, I feel so lost and confused, thank you.  - Anonymous Resources:  Preorder Pocket Guide to Adoration by Fr. Josh JohnsonEmail your questions about Lent and other topics and feedback to Fr. Josh at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe for the chance to win a free copy of Fr. Josh’s new book!Broken and Blessed by Fr. Josh JohnsonHow to Pray Like Mary by Sonja Corbitt

Father Josh answers questions about fear of the Lord, explaining transubstantiation to children, and whether a grandparent should secretly baptize their unbaptized grandchild. Glory Story (2:49)  Feedback (6:32) Baptizing a Grandchild (11:15) Hi Fr. Josh! Thank you so much for your priesthood and your ministry via this podcast. It has been so encouraging to me and many friends too!  Here’s my question—my oldest daughter is married to a very nice Jewish man and now has a one year old baby boy. For a while she was attending a nondenominational church but now is not going to church at all, and they have not baptized the baby. I asked her once if she would consider baptism, and she said she would think about it. That was months ago, and she hasn’t brought it up again. Do you have any suggestions for how I can encourage her to come back to church and baptize the baby? My husband and I are heartbroken about this. A friend said I should take some holy water and baptize the baby myself the next time I go and see them. Should I consider doing this? I would appreciate any words of wisdom you might have. - Shannon Fear of the Lord (19:35) Hi Fr. Josh! I’ve always wondered about verses in the Bible which discuss fearing the Lord. For example, the Bible references that we’re “fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:14) or that the “fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Proverbs 111:10). To me, the word “fear” doesn’t seem like a word we should use when describing who God is or how we should feel towards Him. Can you help a girl out? You’re DA BOMB! - K-Dawg Explaining the Eucharist to a Child (23:43) My son is 6 years old and wants to be a priest when he grows up. He absolutely loves all things regarding the Church and especially our priests. Today at Mass he asked me about consuming Jesus. He sort of understands that the bread and wine turns into the Body and Blood of Jesus but how do I explain to him that this miracle is not “disgusting” but a beautiful opportunity he will be able to receive next year? I believe it is the Body, Blood, soul and Divinity of Christ but how do I explain to a 6 year old (or a 14, 9, and 4 year old) that this is not cannibalism but a miracle? I hope this question makes sense. Thank you Fr. Josh, I have learned so much from your podcast about our beautiful faith. I am always praying for you and welcome your prayers for myself and my wonderful children I have been blessed with. - Christina Resources:  Preorder Pocket Guide to Adoration by Fr. Josh JohnsonEmail your questions and feedback to Fr. Josh at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe for the chance to win a free copy of Fr. Josh’s new book!Broken and Blessed by Fr. Josh JohnsonSong: “Nothing Else” by Cody CarnesBelonging: Baptism in the Family of God by Fr. Mike Schmitz Unabridged Christianity: Biblical Answers to Common Questions About the Roman Catholic FaithCode of Canon Law on Baptism1 Peter 3:21 - Salvation of those baptized General Audience of Pope Francis on Fear of the LordHoly Bible – The Great Adventure Catholic Bible

In this week’s pro life themed episode, Father Josh addresses questions about abortion after rape, the often-misunderstood Church teaching on excommunication, and a unique challenge of single motherhood. Glory Story (2:39) Feedback (6:16) Rape and Abortion (10:50) My name is Brianna and I live in Kyle, Texas! I absolutely love your podcast and a lot of your episodes have brought so much clarity to my life and helped me grow in my faith, so thank you! My question is, with new abortion laws being made, particularly making abortion illegal for women who have been raped, how do we react to such situations with grace? I’m honestly torn on how to feel about this issue because as a woman, I couldn’t imagine being raped and then having to bear that child. I feel women may view having to give birth as a punishment, instead of a good thing. I was wondering what your views on this very sensitive issue are? Thank you for your time! - Brianna Excommunication of Pro-Choice Politicians (19:40) First, I just wanted to thank you for the work you are doing with your podcast. So many times it has felt like you have been talking directly to me. I am so thankful for all you are doing and for your YES to be a priest and help so many strive to become saints. Your podcast has been such an instrumental part of my faith development especially through this past year when I first fell in love with the Lord and my Catholic Faith. My question for you deals with excommunication, especially in regards to public officials who claim to be Catholic yet condone and encourage grave evils like abortion. I am a high school teacher at a Catholic high school in Michigan and I am getting a lot of questions from my students as to why an official like Andrew Cuomo is not being excommunicated from the Church after he championed a law like the “Reproductive Health” Act. For as much as I love the discussion and time to discuss the evils of abortion this topic brings, I find myself unable to articulate what the actual teaching on excommunication is or how to appropriately respond to the question a student posed, “How can the church excommunicate someone when we are told that there is nothing God cannot and does not long to forgive. Isn’t excommunicating someone a human judging another and condemning them to Hell?” I understand excommunication is supposed to be used as a call to repentance, but I do not think my explanation to my student was anywhere near adequate for a complete understanding and I didn’t want to fall into a trap of letting my anger over the evil of the law get in the way of the truth of the church’s teaching. Any guidance you could provide would be greatly appreciated!! Thank you so much for your time. I’m really working being more committed to praying intentionally everyday and keeping you and all of our amazing priests in my prayers has been such a great motivator. It’s a work in progress but please know I’m trying. Thanks again! - Anonymous *How to Talk About My Mistakes to My Daughter When She’s Older (29:57) *Hey Father Josh! I love listening to your podcast! Your answers are always so helpful and have gotten me back in touch with my faith on a daily basis. Love listening while I’m doing chores around the house or in the car! My question has to do with children born outside of marriage. I became pregnant with my daughter when I was 19 (outside of marriage). It was a moment of weakness for me, and one that I have been to confession for and am still forgiving myself for. When I found out, there was never a question of “What am I going to do?” I knew I was having my baby and abortion was never a thought in my mind. I knew it would be hard, but I come from a long line of strong women and I can do all things through Christ. I wanted to get your opinion on how to address this topic when my daughter is older. I’m raising her Catholic but I don’t ever want her to think that she was a mistake. I also don’t want to be a hypocrite when teaching my daughter about our faith and its views on sexual relationships. Peace and love always, - Mahkayla Resources: Preorder Pocket Guide to Adoration by Fr. Josh Johnson Email your questions and feedback to Fr. Josh at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe for the chance to win a free copy of Fr. Josh’s new book! Excommunication and the Catholic Church: Straight Answers to Tough Questions by Dr. Peters Check out the Ascension Press Youtube channel Broken and Blessed by Fr. Josh Johnson

Brad Cornell tells the To His Glory Story of how this vision of scripture players started with In Touch Ministries to then sharing the Gospel in Angola Prison with the Duck Commander team, and now all over the world - www.ToHisGloryMinistries.org - In Segment 2, Pastor Chad Schapiro of Ignite Community Church in San Antonio and Next Level Leadership shares some wisdom on keeping those new years goals by surrounding yourself with good people. And you'll hear the latest on The Believers Business League with Baron Wiley. Support the show.

Andy Lesnefsky from Vagabond Ministries joins Father Josh to discuss how to find/build Catholic community, being judged by Catholics for having tattoos, why you shouldn’t worry about fitting a perfect Catholic mold, and how to avoid burnout when you’re always serving others. Today’s podcast was recorded live last week in Phoenix Arizona at the FOCUS Student Leadership SLS conference. Tune in to hear the first ever glory stories from audience members and a even a question from the audience. Thank you for all your prayers for this incredible conference and all the young Catholics who attended! Glory Story (0:45) ** **Fitting a "Catholic Mold" (12:07) Hello Father Josh, I want to thank you for your podcast. I appreciate how you bring your full personality to each recording. It has been especially helpful to me because I often get this sense that I need to change and fit some mold in order to be acceptable or rather leave behind my culture and my personality and become a woman who is meak, quiet, and soft. This is an ongoing struggle for me though to understand how to sanctify our culture and personality traits rather than just trying to become someone I’m not. What are your thoughts on this? I often see examples of women promoting strong Catholics who dress and talk alike. I wanna find myself in Christ, but that does not mean just conforming right? I’m hoping you can catch what I’m trying to ask. Thank you so much for this podcast and even reading this email I appreciate the ministry. Nkeka Being Judged by Older Catholics for My Tattoos (17:13) I’m a 27-year-old guy with 3/4ths sleeve of tattoos. It shows how God has helped me through my childhood struggles and how he made me stronger because of it. Through my tattoo I’ve been able to bring a few people back to God and knowing his love for us. I feel that it’s my way of evangelizing. Some people in leadership at my parish, they know my story and they’re excited about my tattoo, and they’re excited that it’s my way of evangelizing. These same adults encourage me and other young adults to go out and evangelize others. Yet and still, I’ve also been told by them that I have to wear long-sleeve shirts to cover up my tattoo whenever I’m on the parish grounds. How do I approach this? Anonymous Avoiding Burnout While Serving Others (22:52) How can one lead a community while still being a part of the community? Myself and a few of my good friends are the leadership team at my university's Catholic center. We do not have a campus minister or any missionaries, so a majority of the ministry falls upon the shoulders of myself and the rest of the officer team It’s been incredibly difficult to live in the community while also leading it. We became exhausted over the past semester, constantly pouring into the community, and the community not pouring back into us, and all of our relationships with Christ have suffered. Over the break the Lord restored us greatly but how do we keep a repeat of last semester from happening again? Michaela *Lack of Young Adult Catholic Community (30:55) * Thank you very much Father. I am here (SLS 2020) with the Archdiocese of Military Services and I’m in the Coastguard stationed in Valdez, Alaska, and there’s a small parish there but generally I feel pretty darn isolated in terms of young adult Catholics, on fire with the faith. I haven’t been super stellar at keeping the march going if you know what I mean. What advice do you have for Catholics, military or otherwise, who are generally isolated? I know the calling is to be that leader, start that young adult community, I know that answer, but the truth is it’s just really difficult to connect with people who, even at the parish, don’t get it, if you know what I mean - you just don’t have that connection with them. I feel like I’m really falling short. - Hanna (Live from SLS 2020) Resources Help support Dave and Amber Vanvickle through their GoFundMe Check out Andy Lesnefsky’s organization, Vagabond Missions Subscribe to the show by texting “askfrjosh” to 33-777

3-3-19 A Glory Story by MPPC

Father Josh answers questions about how to talk about corruption in the Church’s history, whether the saints know our thoughts, and whether Mary knew that Jesus was God. **Glory Story (2:05) Feedback (3:59) ** Do Saints Know Our Thoughts? (9:04) Dear Fr. Josh, In one of your podcasts, you said that the Devil does not know our thoughts. Do the saints know our thoughts? I have always prayed silently to them. Thank you. Angela Corrupt Church History (11:22) Hey Father! Thank you for your ministry. You're my commute buddy on the way to teach grade eight American History in a public school ... Given that the Catholic Church was the only game in town for 1500+ years if you loved Jesus, we've been talking a bit about the role it played in history. I was well formed by my experience in RCIA ... so I am able to answer student questions about the Church teachings. I had a good humanities education, so I can also answer about other faiths and protestantism in general enough ways. Here's my question⁠—how do I address some of the awful things that happened in Church history? Like how the Church treated scientists during the Age of Reason, or the selling of indulgences during the Crusades, or Christopher Columbus and other explorers wiping out entire cultures of native people … People then knew that murder was wrong, and that heaven couldn't be accessed through monetary donations to a greedy pope or bishop, and this all still happened. I've talked about how people generally do the best they can, and how churches are run by perfectly imperfect men who are representatives of their time. [My students] seem to be OK with the answer of imperfect people being in charge ... but their natural conscience is telling them that someone should have tried harder to stop some of these shameful things done in the name of God. I'd love some advice. Thanks! -Heatherle Did Mary Know? (17:49) Father Josh, You’ve been talking about “Mary Did You Know” for a while now; when are you going to talk about that on the show? Blair Resources Check out Father’s Instagram page! Broken and Blessed: An Invitation to My Generation Email Father Josh at askfatherjosh@ascensionpress.com How to Pray Like Mary Matthew 16:19: Peter is given the keys to the Kingdom The Dogma of the Immaculate Conception

Preacher - Dr. Rob Callison Scripture - Daniel 3 Title - "The Glory Story" September 15, 2019 PM

Avera Maria Santo and Fr. Josh answer questions about choosing a vocation when experiencing gender dysphoria and how to respond to a family member in a same-sex relationship. Avera also shares her story about same-sex attraction and finding her identity as a beloved daughter of God. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Snippet from the Show “Because I am so weak, because of the amount of suffering I have gone through, it has drawn me closer to Christ crucified. And if I stay near that Cross, there is the promise of the Resurrection.” SHOWNOTES Avera Maria Santo’s Glory Story (1:52) Gender Dysphoria and the Desire for Marriage (25:43) Dear Father Josh, First of all, I would like to say that this is my favorite podcast of all time! I look forward to every episode and hearing what answers the Church has to the questions of her faithful. Thank you so much for all the time and effort you put into delivering those answers to us and praying for us. Here is my question: From a young age I’ve been struggling with gender dysphoria and have been faced with the way it tempts you to resist God’s will for your life. I am now seventeen and by God’s grace I have received healing such that it no longer controls my life and I am completely submitted to the teachings of the Church on the topic. However, it is still something I struggle with and I don’t know what the future holds. I do have a desire for marriage (as God intends it), but don’t know if this would be a problem for me. Should people who do or have dealt with gender dysphoria be allowed to marry? Would it affect my ability to be a good mother and wife? Should I rule out the vocation of marriage as an option for me, or do you think it would be worthwhile to pursue and a cross worth carrying? Thanks so much, and God bless! -Anonymous Children in a Same Sex Relationship (32:15) Father Josh, My daughter recently told me that she is in a relationship with another woman. I told her that I love her, that I believe that it’s wrong and that she is welcomed in my home. But, this is becoming problematic because I have grandchildren, I don’t feel comfortable talking or knowing about her relationship and in my heart I know this isn’t right. I don’t know what to do, except pray. I will always love my daughter, but it feels like my family is falling apart. Do I just let go? Do I keep putting up boundaries? I’m afraid of losing my daughter completely. I also don’t want to do or say anything that would be unchristian like. One last thing, some family members, Protestants, have reached out to her and told her they were supportive of her truth. I don’t understand how any Christian would not be loving enough to tell her that this is not right. -Heartbroken Resources Want to browse the previous resources Fr. Josh has recommended in his show? Find more at ascensionpress.com/askfrjosh Fr. Josh Johnson -_ Broken and Blessed_ (https://shop.ascensionpress.com/products/broken-and-blessed-an-invitation-to-my-generation) See more from Avera (http://couragegulfcoast.wixsite.com/blog)

Believers Voice of Victory Audio Broadcast for Thursday 07/25/2019 Listen to Believer’s Voice of Victory as Jeremy and Sarah Pearsons share why your glory story—stepping out in faith—is the key to living a legacy of faith. Find out how stepping away from “comfortable” into the unknown plan of God is a powerful leap of faith, a testimony of His goodness, and the path to promotion!

Believers Voice of Victory Video Broadcast for Thursday 07/25/2019 Watch Believer’s Voice of Victory as Jeremy and Sarah Pearsons share why your glory story—stepping out in faith—is the key to living a legacy of faith. Find out how stepping away from “comfortable” into the unknown plan of God is a powerful leap of faith, a testimony of His goodness, and the path to promotion!

His glory is now your story.

His glory is now your story.

GLORY STORY There is always a story behind someone’s glory. It’s usually a tough one. Achievement and success must be earned. When they are, that’s rich. Today’s episode is about a highly successful millennial entrepreneur. An online marketer and business coach named Marquel Russell. His success is impressive. His determination and grit to achieve success are inspiring. His journey trul is a glory story. Marquel is from the hood in Atlanta Georgia. He didn’t have positive male role models growing up. He looked up to and emulated gangsters and drug dealers, even Pablo Escobar. Marquel’s early walk on the wild side landed him in jail. He was in lockup at 19 when his first child was born. How did he turn things around, write an awesome new story, and live into it? That’s what you’ll discover in this powerful candid interview with Marquel Chili Gates Russell. Here are some of the highlights of a glory story you’ll learn from and enjoy: How Marquel’s entrepreneurial mom instilled believe and hope in him The funny story behind his first car, a 1984 baby blue Ford How the candy lady sparked his entrepreneurship Life skills Marquel learned in prison Discovering Bible study behind bars The influence of entertainment and club promotion on Marquel’s success How network marketing opened a door to a whole new way of life The personal development gurus that advanced Marquel’s growth Zig Ziglar’s great inspiration What happened when a mentor named Lonnie Robinson came into Marquel’s life The powerful effect of earning his first dollar online Marquel Russell’s first six figure payday The morning success ritual that fuels Marquel’s success How Marquel guides and inspires inner city youth His vision to impact the global economy by helping others BOOKS IN THIS PODCAST The War of Art (https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Through-Creative-Battles/dp/1936891026/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1545426271&sr=8-3) by Steven Pressfield (Marquels favorite) Do The Work (https://www.amazon.com/Do-Work-Overcome-Resistance-Your/dp/1936891379/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1545426344&sr=8-4) by Steven Pressfield The Daily Stoic (https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Stoic-Meditations-Wisdom-Perseverance-ebook/dp/B01HNJIJB2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1545426224&sr=8-3&keywords=the+daily+stoic) by Ryan Holiday & Stephen Hanselman The Miracle Morning (https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Morning-Not-So-Obvious-Guaranteed-Transform-ebook/dp/B00AKKS278/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1545426980&sr=8-3&keywords=miracle+morning+hal+elrod+book) by Hal Elrod A Return to Love: Reflections on the Principles of “A Course in Miracles” (https://www.amazon.com/Return-Love-Reflections-Principles-Miracles/dp/0060927488/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1545426431&sr=8-3)  by Marianne Williamson MARQUEL’S FAVORITE QUOTE “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?’ Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” ― Marianne Williamson CONTACT MARQUEL www.MarquelRussell.com...

Pastor Jesse Beernink of the Resonate Church in Janeville speaks from Colossians 3:1-4. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fr. Josh answers questions about overcoming addictions to social media and phones, helping the homeless, and whether receiving Communion on the tongue or hand is better. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Glory Story (2:28) Listener Feedback (6:41) Helping the Homeless (10:00) Communion on the Tongue (15:55) Addicted to Social Media (22:02) Universal Points (30:17) For full shownotes, text ASKFRJOSH to 33-777 or visit AscensionPress.com (ascensionpress.com)

Fr. Josh answers questions about approaching a loved one about a sin without sounding judgmental, finding peace and forgiveness after an abortion, and the Church’s teaching on marriage in heaven. If you have a question, comment, or response for Fr. Josh, email us at askfrjosh@ascensionpress.com. You may hear your question or comment in an upcoming podcast episode! Snippet from the Show The gift of community is not only to help affirm and encourage each other, but also to challenge and critique each other in our walk toward becoming saints. Glory Story (1:12) Listener Feedback (3:46) Admonishing the Sinner (6:45) Marriage in Heaven (14:55) Regretting Abortion (19:19) Universal Points (27:38) For full shownotes, text ASKFRJOSH to 33-777 or visit AscensionPress.com (ascensionpress.com)

21 Feb 2018 - Sharon Buth Alley spoke on the ironies in the book of Esther. David Pileggi followed with a response on the dangers of anti-Semitism then and now. Sharon Buth Alley, born and raised in Africa, came to Israel after high school, attending the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where she completed her first and second degrees in Hebrew Bible. She is currently the Director of Academic and Student Affairs at the Institute of Biblical Languages and Translation. She and her husband live in Jerusalem with their three boys. Sharon is passionate about studying the Bible in its original languages and loves to explore its many layers of meanings. Image credit: The Glory Story via FreeBibleImages.com

Ephesians 1:11-14

Many Christians live their life expecting it to be a story full of glory. When it isn't, we are often confused and frustrated. As Peter wraps up his letters to the exiles in Asia Minor, Pastor John explores Jesus' glory story and how we walk through it.

Our life is a story and God has a way of working everything in our lives for his glory! Let him write the story and learn the ways to keep him as the author!

‭‭John‬ ‭11:1-7‬, ‭17-26, 40 “Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. (This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay sick, was the same one who poured perfume on the Lord and wiped his feet with her hair.) So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one you love is sick.” When he heard this, Jesus said, “This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for God’s glory so that God’s Son may be glorified through it.” Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days, and then he said to his disciples, “Let us go back to Judea.”” “On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. Now Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home. “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.” Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”” “Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?”

It's almost Advent so I want to introduce you to Advent Adventures from the creators of the Glory Story saints. The Advent Adventures are perfect daily activities for your children to keep them involved in the Advent season and get them ready for Christmas.

John 9:1-41

Our very first podcast shares the heart of Embrace Grace and how the dream all started! We hope that this show inspires you to chase your dream that God has placed in your heart! 

Galatians 1:10-24

Pastor Steve Daily shares the message of Mary and the awkwardness and isolation she encountered becoming the mother of the Son of God.