Faith and More Podcast

Welcome to the November Edition of The Book Nook!  The first for Season 4!! This month we talk about how the season is going thus far, where it is going, the murder of Dominican Fr. Joseph Tran Ngoc, a great and productive method of prayer, where I currently am in my seminary studies, and so much more! There is SO much I want to share with ALL of you!  However, I do not want to take up t...

Henri Nouwen (a.k.a. Fr. Henri Nouwen) was one of the greatest Mystics, Prophets, and Saints of our days!  He was able to put the "ultimate" in words; where no one else could. He was always relatable. So relatable, that those who read/study his books believe Fr. Henri is speaking directly to them...and to their heart!  Join me, this week, as we learn about and explore the life of Fr. Hen...

This week we talk about reframing your life, why we need to do this, and how to do it!  We also explore why certain things/conditions are engrained in us, and how to change them. We talk about fears and phobias that keep us from accomplishing the things we want to do in life - or just living life itself - and how to overcome them. This is a power-packed episode that you won't want to miss! So...

The Santa Muerte, also known as Santisima Muerte, is the beloved Saint of death whose origins date back to the pre-Hispanic period of Mexico. A Saint made by the people for the people!  Join me as we learn and explore who/what Santa Muerte truly is to the over 15 million people who venerate her! Source of information... Santa Murete: Saint of the Dispossessed, Enemy of Church and State Santa...

Welcome to our Season 3 finale, everyone!  I'm so happy to be able to share some stories that were sent in about your Saint Pets...as well as some other Saint Pets in history! The stories of these great divine and angelic beings should bring you hope, inspiration, courage, and much, much more! Sources of stories shared... The Incredible Story of Hachiko: The Dog Who Waited for His Master for...

Born in Brush Creek, Missouri on April 1, 1854, John Augustus Tolton began life with the odds stacked against him. He began life without his God-given rights of freedom, dignity and equality; he began life not as a human being, but as someone’s personal property-as a slave of a white Catholic family. Listen this week, as we learn more about the most Venerable Father Augustus Tolton, the first blac...

Welcome to the October Edition of The Book Nook! This is the last Book Nook of the season! This month we revisit some previous Book Nook topics, where I am on my studies, secret time, and so much more! There is SO much I want to share with ALL of you!  However, I do not want to take up too much of your time. I love reading/studying books/sacred texts, prayer/meditation, music, incense, essent...

  André Bessette, C.S.C. (9 August 1845 – 6 January 1937), more commonly known as Brother André (French: Frère André ), and since his canonization as Saint André of Montreal, was a lay brother of the Congregation of Holy Cross and a significant figure of the Catholic Church among French-Canadians, credited with thousands of reported miraculous oi l healings associated with his pious devo...

This week we touch on a very touchy subject...abuse...and how that poisons our lives. More so, we talk about how to reclaim our lives, heal from abuse, find strength, courage, and discover self-love. We also talk about the importance of getting help, where to get help, and finding the strength to take that first step of help and healing. Where to get help... National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-...

Bruce Lee was a Hong Kong and American martial artist, martial arts instructor, actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and philosopher. In this show, we are going to focus on the philosophical side of this Truly Amazing being via seven mind-shifting insights that will awaken your inner warrior, heal, inspire, and motivate you and your life! Sources of information... Bruce Lee Flow Like Water Los...

  A former university lecturer in literature and philosophy, Father Lazarus spent 40 years as an atheist. It wasn't until his mother died of cancer that he left his native Australia and set out to come to peace with what happened. His journey led him to God — and to his life as a monk. The blessed Theotokos (Mother of God) has appeared to him several times! Join me as we explore his life...

Welcome to the September Edition of The Book Nook! This month we talk about the new pages for the website, recent changes to the podcast, where I am on my studies, and so much more! There's SO much I want to share with ALL of you!  However, I do not want to take up too much of your time. I love reading/studying books/sacred texts, prayer/meditation, music, incense, essential oils, and much mo...

John of the Cross, venerated as Saint John of the Cross, was a Spanish Catholic priest, mystic, and a Carmelite friar of converso origin. He is a major figure of the Counter-Reformation in Spain, and he is one of the thirty-seven Doctors of the Church. John of the Cross is known gratefully for his writings. Links to articles shared... St. John of the Cross Bio 100 Quotes of St. John of the Cross H...

Happy anniversary/birthday everyone! This podcast is 1 year old - as of September 5th (the day after this show airs)! Infinite thanks, blessings, and love to ALL of you for your love and support for this podcast! We wouldn't be here without you!! I can think of no better Saint to showcase on this special show than the Truly Amazing...St. Theresa of Avila! St. Theresa is not only a Saint she is a D...

This week we become Investigators!  Searching for clues and evidence as to who the REAL Saint Mary Magdalene was/is! You would think that after 2,000 + years this would be a cold case. This certainly is not the case!  The historical evidence and clues are still all there!  Come with me and we will discover together the Truth! Investigator hats included!  Source of information.....

Join me this week as we explore The Buddha! Especially what he was and was not!  There are so many misconceptions amongst non-Buddhists as to what he was and was not. Also, many faiths give misleading information to keep members away from Buddhism. Why?  Have a listen and you will find out! Main source of information... Who Was the Buddha? by Barbara O'Brien Episode Photo by Mattia Falor...

Welcome to the August Edition of The Book Nook! This month we talk about the Diocese of Columbus ousting Priests from a church that has been around for 66 years.  Why, you might ask?  Well, you'll have to listen to find out. I also share updates on the show and what I'm up to these days! You won't want to miss this episode of The Book Nook! Also, for the season finale episode, I talk abo...

This week we take a fascinating look at a fairly new faith/religion. At least, in this day and age.  It is Jediism! Founded in 2005...this is an actual religion. Not Sci-Fi, Fan Fiction, or Cosplay. What's even more fascinating are the correlations between Jediism and the Mystics (or Way of the Mystics)!  This is a really interesting, fascinating, and eye-opening episode you won't want t...

Welcome to our 50th episode/show!  It's storytime this week!  I share an amazingly DEEP story by Neil Donald Walsch! Originally from Neil's book "Conversations With God," now a children's book as well (links below). There are so many levels and layers to this little story. I pray you all love it and benefit from it as I have! Infinite thanks and blessings to Father Mike Cantor for introd...

Welcome to episode A of two episodes this week!  I know...really strange, right?  No worries...I explain it all at the beginning of this episode. This week we learn about one of my most favorite Saints!  Her name is Amma and she is sometimes known as the "Hugging Saint." Amma's story and ALL that she does (still today) is beyond Truly Amazing!  She is such an incredible inspira...

Welcome to episode B of this week's two episodes!  I know...stranger than strange, right?  Well, go back and listen to the show before this one...episode 8A and you'll get the full story of why there are two episodes this week. As promised, in Episode 19 of Season 2, here is the story of the little Saint (Yes, I consider her to be a Saint) that passed away after having her first Holy Com...

This week's show is a type of Part 2 to last week's show. So, if you find yourself here and have not already listened to last weeks show please go and listen to that show first. It really frames this episode well. So, this week, I will share with you a very valuable and easy meditation practice that will help you ground, protect, cleanse, heal and recharge!  This practice is a life changer! &...

We are SO blessed to have Father Mike Cantor back on the show!  This week we talk about mental health and its many layers. Father Mike and I both share our personal journies/experiences with mental health, as well as MANY tips on how you can help yourself and those you love!  This show is an absolute must-listen!   Link to the Heaven and Hell show Father Mike referenced... Heaven an...

Welcome to the July Edition of The Book Nook! This month I share more BIG updates on the show and secrets for an upcoming episode! You won't want to miss this episode of The Book Nook! Also, for the season finale episode, I talk about doing a show about our pets - our fury (and non-fury) loved ones (past and present) that give us that unconditional love. We can learn so much from them!  Pleas...

This week we explore Angels, the Three Spheres, Nine Choirs and Seven Archangels!  There's so much information available on Angels, depending on your faith.  We will explore just a little of the large amount of information on Angels in the Christian, Jewish and Islamic faiths.  No doubt, we will have more shows on Angels. But this is a good one to get you started! Sources of informa...