Persistence in Prayer with Kylie Hein

Send us Fan Mail This episode is for all of the women who often find themselves in patterns of striving for praise, perfection, and self-reliance. Host, Kylie Hein, is joined by Airriaunte Mercer who shares her powerful conversion story, detailing her spiritual journey from a Pentecostal charismatic background through reformed Presbyterian beliefs, and eventually embracing Catholicism.  Airriaunte...

Send us Fan Mail Do you have relationships where one of you always seems to be pushing the other's internal buttons?  In this episode, we talking about all of the factors that come into play when we are in relationship with other people. The things that irk, that things that hurt, and the things that tell us it is time to let go! Host Kylie Hein is joined by Eileen Tully, founder of Sorsom Ko...

Send us Fan Mail In this pivotal episode, Kylie Hein hosts Karen Herbert, a Catholic coach, teacher, and public speaker, to explore the critical topic of self-compassion for high-achieving Catholic women. Balancing personal, professional, and spiritual lives often brings an overwhelming amount of self-criticism. Karen offers valuable insights drawn from theology, positive psychology, and her own j...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever feel like you are crushing it at work life, motherhood, and being an incredible wife on day, and then completely letting every plate come crashing to the ground the next… and the next, and the next.. only to reset and then do it all over again? Do you ever wonder why that happens or how you can get out of that cycle?  In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcas...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to be a woman? In today’s society, you may get various answers to this question.     In this episode I am joined by wife, mother, and author, Stacy Halbach. Stacy depicts ... how we can better understand the beauty of our femininity as goal oriented and high-achieving women how can we lean on our femininity to help us love who we are as achievers, while not falli...

Send us Fan Mail When I’ve asked women in the past about what is holding them back from pursuing the thing that they are convicted God is calling them to, money is often a top response. I hear things like, "There is such a lack of certainty about the exact plan…I would need to quit my full time job with a dependable salary to make it work and I have a fear of letting my family down” Or “Money...

Send us Fan Mail Why is it that as vastly skilled, high-achieving women, we doubt ourselves SO much… Perhaps you can relate to feeling like the most confident women in the room one minute and the most insecure the next. In this episode, my guest is going to share about her own confidence struggle, and how she continues to work through it with the help of our Blessed Mother. I am joined by author a...

Send us Fan Mail Do you struggle with putting yourself in uncomfortable circumstances, even when you know they are necessary? Maybe you feel like you will be judged, you'll hinder your credibility if you don't have the right answer, or you'll look "stupid." A few years back when I was still working in the classroom, I was asked to present to our diocese, a talk on getting...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever thought to yourself, “Something must be wrong with me?” Everyone else seems to have their life figured out. They know how to balance work and marriage and kids and prayer and exercise, and I’m over here like a dumpster fire on rollerblades just trying not to light everyone else on fire! If so, you are in good company! Being swamped, stretched too thin, and questionin...

Send us Fan Mail Did you know that according to the Mayo Clinic, letting go of grudges and bitterness can make way for improved health and peace of mind. Forgiveness can lead to: Healthier relationships. Improved mental health. Less anxiety, stress and hostility. Fewer symptoms of depression. Lower blood pressure. A stronger immune system. Improved heart health. Improved self-esteem. And yet, whil...

Send us Fan Mail We know from scripture and the way that Jesus taught that stories make an impact. They just hit in a different way than let’s say, reading a timeline or science report. And yet, I have a feeling that at some point or another, you’ve doubted the significance of your own story; the worthiness of your own voice. In this episode professional speaking coach and story consultant Emanuel...

Send us Fan Mail There is a difference between a spiritual battle and a natural battle. Yet, sometimes, it's difficult to distinguish the difference because they both can take an emotional toll.  When you don’t feel well, it can be tough to pray. When you go the people you're supposed to be able to trust and you can’t find answers, you may start to despair - which by the way, is a sin ag...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever had a missed opportunity where you wanted to say the right thing at the right time in the right moment, but you utterly failed? Doing what is good and right and holy not just on a whim, but again and again isn't a pipe dream, but is a reality we can strive for. In this episode I am joined by Lay Dominican, Rose Folsom. As Rose says on her website, “Leadership co...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever wonder why sometimes you can work at a job and feel completely burnout one day and completely energized the next? In this episode my guest, Karyn Macfarlane is going to give you some new language to describe and understand how you can find more energy throughout the day in your work and in your home. Karyn, a coach and the wife of a performing artist, shares her journe...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever find yourself waiting for a change that will make things easy again? Do you keep thinking, if I can just make it through the weekend, things will slow down. If my husband would just make this one little change, I would feel like I could breathe again?  If the joy in your work or home seems to have dissipated and your prayers seem to be going unanswered, this is the epi...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready for practical tips to increase your productivity? Whether you call yourself a high-achiever, a procrastinator, or a perfectionist, these word hacks are for you! This week I am joined by Beth McGrain Tran, a Catholic wife, mom, life coach, speaker. Beth explains the concept of "masks", which are beliefs we hold about ourselves that affect how we show up in t...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself irritated by the quirks of your spouse? Are there days when you feel absolutely certain that they intentionally driving you bonkers? This week, I am delving into the complexities of marriage with special guests Jean and Colin MacKenzie. With over two decades of marriage under their belt, Jean, a devoted wife and marriage counselor, and Colin, a seasone...

Send us Fan Mail “I’ll never be able to do that.” “Maybe I’m just not cut out for this.” “Everything comes so easy for her and I’m over here like a hot mess on fire. Sometime these thoughts are genuine curiosity and other times, we’re subconsciously putting ourselves down for not doing something as well as someone else.  That’s right friends, in this episode we are talking about the comparison gam...

Send us Fan Mail This episode was made with love and prayer for all of my dear chronic people pleasers and over-doers in mind! Do you find yourself saying “yes” before it’s even hit your system what you’ve agreed to do? Sometimes, we say yes out of obligation, sometimes because we don’t want to feel the discomfort of refusing someone, and sometimes, we are simply so used to pleasing others, that w...

Send us Fan Mail In 2018 Andrea’s whole world came crashing down around her as she discovered that her husband Austin would need a miracle to survive. Austin was diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer, leaving Andrea to not only care for him, but her children as well.  Now, 75 infusions and 9 surgeries later, Andrea and her husband are changing the lives of so many others who are being asked to sur...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine you’ve been actively involved in your parish community for years and has been offered the opportunity to take on a significant leadership role within the Church. At the same time, you’ve also been presented with a career opportunity in your field of expertise that would allow you to make a substantial impact professionally and financially. You find yourself torn between yo...

Send us Fan Mail This week I am joined by the brilliant, Jessica Castillo. In this episode she is going to walk us through what it means to truly be living out "peak performance." For Jessica, living as an excelling Catholic isn't just about physical or mental health, but the all encompassing aspects of our body and soul together. She is going to provide you with both inspiration an...

Send us Fan Mail Are you the type of person who finds themself leaning on a shovel and praying for a hole? As in, you pray fervently for what you desire, but aren't sure about the work required to achieve it. Or, are you perhaps, the woman who's already dug a multitude of holes and you're screaming out to God wondering how many are left before He sends help? As in, you are going all...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Kylie Hein invites you to not shy away from doing the hard thing as you approach the last two weeks of Lent.  Drawing from personal anecdotes and lessons learned from her father and St. Joseph, Kylie explains life lessons that we can all benefit from as continue to grow in virtue. 1. Obedience to the will of God 2. Take what you already have and use it - God...

Send us Fan Mail Do you loathe taking the time to sit and read your bible? Does scripture seem like an irrelevant and foreign language that simply isn’t applicable to our time? Or, do you love the word of God, but you aren’t quite sure where to start or how to fit it into your day? In this episode, host Kylie Hein, is joined by Julia Strukely . Julia walks us through God’s love letter as a means f...