I'm taking some time off to be with family! See you guys in the New Year!
Please pray for me because I will be praying for you!
In this episode, I had the immense pleasure of speaking with Kevin Patrick Connolly, Coordinator of the OCIA program for Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Malverne, NY. Kevin is an incredible man of faith. His knowledge, passion and infusion of The Holy Spirit is palpable.
Here are the books Kevin recommends in this episode:
Rescued by Father John Riccardo
Jesica Hernandez, a youth ministry leader from Saint Thomas the Apostle Church in West Hempstead, used to be scared of being around people, especially after Covid. After joining a Rosary Group, God transformed her life and gave her the gift of ministry. This is a great episode for those who want to learn how to better live the faith with their children.
To connect with Jesica, you can email her at j-moquete@hotmail.com
There is a brokeness that happened within us from the first sin which leads to us constantly distrusting of God and His goodness. If we want to learn how to trust deeply in the Lord and walk away from sin that binds us, we need to practice prayer, fasting and almsgiving.
Brittany, who goes by Litany Brittany on social media, is a Catholic convert with a powerful story of redemption. Though baptized Catholic, she drifted from the faith and turned to astrology and tarot for answers. But a profound encounter with Jesus changed everything. Now she shares her journey of leaving the New Age and returning home to the Church.
To connect with Brittany, click here.
Books Brittany mentioned:
Jesus And The Jewish Roots of Mary
Jesus And The Jewish Roots of The Eucharist.
As human beings we are all affected by pain and suffering. In His encyclical, Salvifici Doloris, Saint Pope John Paul II writes about the mystery of Christian human suffering and the power of Christ' redemptive work through it.
Make sure you listen to the entire episode to hear about the challenge I have for you to grow in holiness.
One of the places I've noticed the Lord working is in the virtue of modesty in my life. In this episode I talk a little about my thoughts and observations on it.
Karlie Kincaid is a Catholic convert, mom of two, and creator of Kindred in Kairos. She shares about faith, motherhood, and unapologetically living out pro-life values — all with a heart for helping others understand the beauty and logic of Catholic teaching. In this episode we talk about her journey to the Catholic Church and her heart for the pro-life cause.
To connect with Karlie, click here.
In this episode we mentioned several resources. Click on each to learn more.
The pro-life organization Karlie works with is Baby Steps.
If you're on Long Island, reach out to Life Center of Long Island
If you're someone seeking healing from abortion, please look into Rachel's Vineyard.
This episode is a small window into something I shared with my spiritual director about where I am finding holiness. I used to think that being a saint consisted of being very involved in church and doing great works for God, but I am finding my holiness in being a mother.
Grief is an unthinkable journey, and in Jessica Diaz's case, the Lord used it to bring her to Himself. Listen in as Jessica shares how God not only brought her into His Church, but gave her a business and a faith family.
To follow Jessica and Mimi + Manuel, click here.
To listen to Jessica's podcast, "A Catholic Journey," click here.
In this episode, I finish this series on The Parable of The Prodigal Son, as we talk about the elder son and the ways we can hold resentment.
In this episode, I discuss the role of the Father towards the son and how we are healed by being in The Father's house.
Over the next 3 weeks, we will go over the story of The Prodigal Son from Luke 15.
I encourage you to listen along with your bible and journal.
"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the leader and perfecter of faith." Hebrews 12:1
As we learn more about our faith, the communion and intercession of the saints can be a little confusing. In this episode, I break down what The Church teaches about the saints and how they can be our big brothers and sisters in the faith.
The Chosen can be a pretty controversial topic amongst Christians. People can either love it or dislike it completely. My good friend, Anita and I, weigh in.
Anita is a Chicago-based devoted Catholic mom, sister and daughter.
What do you think about The Chosen?
In this episode, I break down why you need to structure your prayer life to help your spiritual growth and prevent the lows that happen during desolation.
I mentioned Consolation and Desolation during this episode. Here is a recap on what it means.
Do you have a plan of life already or need help? I would love to hear from you! Email me: alignedwithaudrey@gmail.com
Welcome to season 2 of this podcast! My hope is that we continue to let the Lord sanctify us and be more aware of the ways the enemy will try to get us off course in our spiritual walk.
One of my joys is watching how my friend and former business partner, Sabrina Castillo's faith has grown. In this episode, I sit with Sabrina and her Pastor, Reverend Andrew J. DeSilva to talk about how we are called to become more involved in our Parish community.
To learn more about Father AJ and their parish, St. Peter The Apostle, click here.
I recorded this episode right after a beautiful experience with our Lord. Our Lord is alive and at work in your life right now, no matter how distant, sad, or alone you may feel.
Although I thought I was serving the Lord, in my years in the personal development space, I realize that I was serving myself, my ambition, and my self-realize. Work is good, but rightly ordered. In this episode, I share about how God is the real source of any success and prosperity.
If you would like to learn more about the Catholic Church, I would be happy to walk with you on the journey. Email me at alignedwithaudrey@gmail.com with any questions!