Episode 28 – 6.8.25: Pentecost

The Holy Spirit has been so active in our faith community this year! Before we take a summer hiatus from the podcast, Karen and Anne celebrate the birthday of the Church by naming the graces of this year and looking forward to some peaceful time with God this
summer.

Scripture References:

Acts 2:1-11
Psalm 104
1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13
John 14:15-16, 23b-26

Episode 27 – 6.1.25: Call Stories
It’s Baccalaureate weekend, and in honor of our graduating seniors, Karen and Anne reflect on God’s call for all of us to share our gifts with the world. Our youth ministry intern Sarah joins us as she prepares to take the next step toward God’s call for her.

Scripture References:

Call of Moses. Exodus 3:1-22
Call of Samuel. 1 Samuel 3:1-18
Call of Jeremiah. Jeremiah 1:4-10
Call of the first disciples. Matthew 4:18-22
Call of Paul. Acts of the Apostles 9:1-19.

We are part of a BIG Church, made up of all the believers on earth and in heaven. This week, Karen and Anne, along with our friend Don, geek out about all our favorite saints and how much we love being a part of this eternal family in faith.

Scripture References:
Hebrews 12:1
Romans 12:4-13
1 Corinthians 12:12-27
1 John 1:3

Our favorite Church nerd Don Smith is back to talk with Karen and Anne about the spiritual significance of pilgrimages within our life-long journeys of faith. God does great things when we move out of our comfort zones and trust Him to guide our steps along
the road.

Scripture References:
Psalms 120-134
Genesis 12:1
Exodus 13:21
Luke 2:41-52

Catholics Love Mom! Special Mother’s Day Reflection on Mary.

This week, in honor of all who mother, Karen and Anne celebrate Mary’s fierce faith, courageous choices, and beautiful relationship with Jesus.

Scripture References:
Luke 1-2
John 2
John 19:25-30

Episode 23 – 5.4.25: Celebrating Our Youth: Sacraments Edition.

Kids and teens at church say the darndest things! In honor of our young people making their first Holy Communion and Confirmation this week, Karen and Anne share their favorite conversations and moments with our youth.

Scripture References:
1 Timothy 4:12
Jeremiah 1:4-10

Episode 22 – 4.27.25: Moving from Doubt to Faith. Today Karen and Anne ask the question, does “doubting” Thomas get a bad rap? What does it look like today to desire the gift of faith for ourselves and others?

Scripture references:
Acts 5:12-16
John 20:19-31

Episode 21 – 4.20.25: Happy Easter! As we move from Lent into the joyful Easter season, Karen and Anne reflect about what it means to have a Resurrection faith in a world that still feels uncertain. The empty tomb is just the first step toward “Alleluia.”

Scripture references:
Acts 10:34a-43
John 20:1-9