Relatable Catholic

Fr. Jacob Rouse is back on Relatable Catholic and this week we are talking about three incredible women of faith: St. Therese of Lisieux, St. Teresa of Calcutta, and St. Teresa of Avila.  We are diving into their lives, their wisdom, and what these holy women can teach us about living out our faith today. And apparently Fr. Jacob affectionately refers to them as his “Saint Stalkers.”  Come for the...

What does that even mean?! This week Angie joins us as we put our Catholic knowledge to the test by guessing the meanings of some very Catholic words. Will we sound like theologians or have absolutely no idea what we’re talking about? (I bet you can take a good guess!) Tune in to this week’s episode to find out and hopefully learn a little something along the way! HUGE shoutout to Alto by Ascensio...

Life gets busy and sometimes God gets pushed to the bottom of the list.  In this week’s episode we are asking: Are we really too busy for God or have we just stopped making time for him? Inspired by Mary and Martha, we talk about prayer, slowing down, and making room for Jesus in our everyday lives… without overcomplicating things! Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtube   Venmo - @...

This week on Relatable Catholic, I’m joined by my great uncle Br. Larry Kieffer for a very special conversation about his life, his faith, and his many years as a Catholic missionary in Papua New Guinea.  Br. Larry shares stories from his time in Papua New Guinea and the experiences that shaped his life and faith. He is such a joyful person and it was a true honor to sit down with his and share hi...

It’s a big week for Venerable Fulton Sheen! Brandon Schetgen joins us to talk about Sheen’s life, ministry, and lasting impact on the Catholic Church as he is Beatified this week. We also break down what beatification means, how the canonization process works, and what’s next on Fulton Sheen’s journey toward sainthood.  Documentary: https://youtu.be/YL77iqIRMy0?si=F4VaYtalxMlVL6Wq Find us on our S...

What's the deal with the Rosary? This week we talk about its roots, what makes this prayer so meaningful, and the very relatable struggle of trying to stay focused while praying it.  "Love the Madonna and pray the Rosary, for her Rosary is the weapon against the evils of the world today."  - St. Padre Pio Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtube   Venmo - @relatablecat...

We’re back!  We are kicking off Season 3 by welcoming  one of our new parish priests, Fr. Jacob Rouse, to Relatable Catholic! We’re getting to know Fr. Jacob, talking about his role in the parish, and learning about his deep hatred for cottage cheese.  We are so happy to be back and can’t wait to see where the Holy Spirit leads us in Season 3!  Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtub...

Three pilgrims join us to share their experience walking the Camino de Santiago and the unexpected ways God provided through the kindness of others. Their stories reveal that the Camino is more than a pilgrimage … it’s a powerful metaphor for the Christian life.  As we journey toward heaven, God walks with us and often provides exactly what we need through the people we meet along the way.  Whethe...

Our parish is stepping into a new chapter, and Katie's sharing what’s been on her heart, where she feels God is calling her personally, and where He might be calling the parish community. Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtube   Venmo - @relatablecatholic

This week is a bittersweet one as Fr. Andy joins us for his final episode before beginning his new assignment. We spend some time looking back on favorite memories, sharing a few laughs, talking about what he’s looking forward to in this next chapter, and, of course, hearing one last hot take! More than anything, this episode is our chance to say THANK YOU. Fr. Andy has been such a special part of...

This week, Jacob Till is back for a fun change of pace! We played Catholic Would You Rather and This or That. We had a lot of laughs, and I hope you’ll play along and answer the questions with us. Enjoy this lighthearted episode of Relatable Catholic and share with us your own Would You Rather questions! 🤎 Katie  Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtube   Venmo - @relatablecatholic

This week we’re re-releasing one of our most popular episodes, Unlikely Demons with Deacon Stan. If you haven’t listened yet — or want to revisit the conversation — it’s a good one. Tune in for a thoughtful and faith-filled discussion on the ways the enemy can work in unexpected places, and how we’re called to stay rooted in Christ through it all.  Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Yo...

Some topics tend to get avoided, whispered about, or ignored altogether… so naturally, we’re talking about them. Deacon Stan and Fr. Andy are back… or I guess they never left… to talk about the dignity of life, tithing, and gossip. These conversations may be uncomfortable at times, but they’re important ones. Join us for one of our most honest and thought-provoking yet.  Find us on our Socials! Fa...

Fr. Andy and Deacon Stan return to the podcast to look back on Deacon Stan’s mini mission at our parish. We share highlights, stories, laughs, and a few unexpected tangents—because it wouldn’t be Relatable Catholic without them. As always, thanks for listening and supporting!  Deacon Stan's Mini Mission:  Night One Night Two Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtube   Venmo - @re...

This week, Deacon Stan joins us to preview his upcoming parish talk. Plus, Katie uses the episode as an opportunity to ask Fr. Andy some of the completely random questions she's been collecting before he leaves. The questions may be random, but the conversation is full of faith, laughter, and a few surprising insights. As always, thank you for listening, sharing the podcast, and supporting Re...

This week Angie joins Katie to share how every unexpected career change led her exactly where God was calling her. We’re talking about trusting God in uncertain seasons, letting go of control, and finding peace in the path you didn’t plan. Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtube   Venmo - @relatablecatholic

Corey and Fr. Andy are back this week to (hopefully) calm the group chat a little. We’re talking through the changes in our parishes, answering the questions on everyone’s mind, and sharing insight from dioceses that are a little ahead of us, plus bringing some much-needed perspective (and maybe a few laughs). Fr. Luke's Homily  Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtube   Venmo -...

Not all friendships are as good for us as we think… This week we’re talking about what it looks like to have friendships that actually bring you closer to God, and when it might be time to take a step back (even when it’s hard). Find us on our Socials! Facebook   Instagram   Youtube   Venmo - @relatablecatholic

Some changes are harder than others. This is one of those. The announcement of Fr. Andy’s move and parish changes has us feeling all sorts of ways… mostly sad. In this episode, Katie and Corey sit down with Father for an honest conversation about what it looks like to let go of something you love, hold onto faith, and trust God even when it’s difficult. But as Pope John Paul II said, “We are an Ea...

The terrific trio is reunited! Corey and Fr. Andy are back, and we’re talking all things Holy Week—from Palm Sunday to the Easter Vigil. We break it down, make it relatable, and answer the important questions… like why Easter somehow involves bunnies and colored boiled eggs? Links 🔗 Join us on Hallow - Join the St. Catherine, St. Donatus, St. Joesph, Sts. Peter and Paul community on Hallow Saints...

Holy Week is almost here and it’s not too late to prepare your heart. In this solo episode, I reflect on Palm Sunday and the parable of the Prodigal Son, diving into what it means to return to God, let go of distractions, and truly walk with Jesus—even when it’s hard. If Lent didn’t go as planned, you’re not alone… and there’s still time to come home!  Litany of Humility   Find us on our Socials!...

Geoff Kaiser joins Katie this week as we dive into the life of St. Joseph and the powerful role he plays in fatherhood.   We talk about what it truly means to lead a family in faith, how fathers can be a steady example of love and strength, and why St. Joseph is such a strong model of quiet leadership and trust in God.   Also… just to clarify… St. Joseph was not physically with us for this episode...

New episode of Relatable Catholic! I’m joined by Fr. Andy and a new guest - theology teacher and resident “liturgy guy,” Brandon Schetgen. We break down the difference between solemnities, feast days, and memorials, and we dive into one of the Church’s most powerful Lenten devotions: the Stations of the Cross. Let’s just say… I learned a lot. 😅 Whether you’ve always wondered why certain Masses fe...

It’s a full house this week! Fr. Andy, Deacon Stan, and Anika Martens join Katie for a rich conversation as we continue diving into Lent. We’re talking about how to find joy in the midst of darkness, what it really means to walk through the desert season with intention, and how Lent can deepen, not drain, our relationship with Jesus. If you’ve ever struggled to balance sacrifice with hope, or wond...

Corey and Fr. Andy join me to talk St. Michael the Archangel, spiritual warfare (yes, it’s real), and why Lent is basically spiritual boot camp. Are demons dramatic… or are we just spiritually distracted? Why does St. Michael always look like he’s stepping on someone? And how exactly do prayer, fasting, and confession protect us from spiritual attacks? If you’ve ever rushed through the St. Michael...