Connected Conversations with Holy Union Connect

In this episode of Connected Conversations with Jean and Colin MacKenzie from Holy Union Connect , we’re joined by Steve and Beth Gesinsky, the creative minds behind Catholicism and Coffee . Through their ministry, Steve and Beth invite Catholics to explore morality in movies—whether it’s The Sound of Music , Collateral , A Quiet Place , or Harry Potter . Their courses help viewers engage with fil...

In a world where Catholic marriages are under attack , how can couples build a strong, faith-filled union that lasts a lifetime? In Part 2 of our conversation with Dana Nygaard , we go deeper into the practical and spiritual tools that single and married couples need to cultivate healthy, thriving relationships . What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why chastity isn’t just about abstinence —and h...

Are you settling in your dating life? Too many Catholic women enter relationships with men who don’t truly value them—leading to heartache, frustration, or even toxic and abusive marriages. But what if you could learn to date with intention, choose wisely, and avoid the common pitfalls that lead to broken relationships? In this powerful episode of Connected Conversations , we sit down with Dana Ny...

In this episode of Connected Conversations with Jean & Colin MacKenzie , we’re joined by Dr. Carron Silva, a Catholic wholeness coach, speaker, and author of With You Always: A Journey with Jesus . Dr. Carron shares her transformative insights into the power of forgiveness in marriage, relationships, and healing from trauma. We explore: The role of the Holy Spirit in true forgiveness. Misconce...

In this heartfelt episode of Connected Conversations with Jean & Colin MacKenzie , we sit down with Jessica Barboza, a licensed counselor with expertise in trauma-informed care and a deep commitment to integrating faith into therapy. Jessica’s work at Laetare Health Group focuses on relational and individual healing, and her unique approach helps families and couples navigate the profound chal...

In this episode of Connected Conversations , hosts Jean and Colin MacKenzie sit down with Catherine DiNuzzo, licensed counselor and founder of Sacred Heart Mental Wellness , to explore practical ways Catholic couples can proactively strengthen their mental health. Catherine shares her insights on fostering "mental wellness" from a Catholic perspective, emphasizing the importance of ongoi...

In this episode of Connected Conversations with Jean and Colin McKenzie from Holy Union Connect , we sit down with Dr. Stephanie Zepeda, PhD, licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Financial Therapy Texas. Dr. Zepeda shares her unique approach to financial therapy, focusing on how couples can address financial anxiety, compulsive spending, and the emotional impact of money on their...

Welcome to Connected Conversations with Jean and Colin MacKenzie from Holy Union Connect ! In this episode, we are thrilled to have Logan and Jen Lirette, the inspiring couple behind "Surprised by Marriage." Logan and Jen, high school sweethearts married for 15 years, share how their faith and prioritizing each other have allowed them to navigate both the joys and unexpected challenges o...

In this heartfelt episode of Connected Conversations with Jean & Colin MacKenzie , we sit down with Lisa and Josh Canning as they share their deeply personal journey of navigating mental illness in marriage. Since 2012, they’ve faced the challenges of clinical depression, and today they open up about how these struggles have shaped their relationship, their faith, and their mission to help oth...

Welcome to the very first episode of Connected Conversations with Jean & Colin MacKenzie from Holy Union Connect ! In this episode, we share the inspiration behind starting this podcast and the journey that brought us here. Our goal is to create a space where couples can explore the joys, challenges, and spiritual aspects of Catholic marriage together. We begin with our own story, recalling ou...