Hearing With The Heart: Conversations Over Coffee

Janet and Bridgett conclude their series about sin and discuss how Being Aware, Understanding, and Taking Action is a plan to help overcome the temptations in our lives so we can stay focused on the Lord. Scripture Verses Shared Exodus 14: 14 Deuteronomy 31: 8  Romans 8: 38-39  2 Corinthians 10: 5   Hebrews 12: 2  James 4: 7-8  1 John 4:4 Baby Step:  Find something that helps you take action!  Scr...

The devil lies! But God has already defeated the devil.  Bridgett and Janet help to breakdown the Be Aware and Understand from the acronym B.U.T.  They share some of their insights into how the devil tries to get us to believe we are less than, when God has already defeated him!  Be careful; they were fully caffeinated!! Baby Step:  Think about that area of your life that the devil is lying to you...

In this week's episode, Janet and Bridgett take a step back to clarify what is meant by the terms Truth, Conscious, and Relativism.  These terms have come to have different meanings in our society, and they just wanted to clarify how these terms are defined for Catholic Christians.  Show Notes: Catechism of the Catholic Church   Referenced:  1950 – 1974, 2465   1.     Conscience: (1777-1778)...

Janet and Bridgett begin the exploration of how sin came into our world. They outline some of the Church's understanding of sin, make the point that the devil is real, and the increase in relativism isn't helping. Baby step for this week:  Pray to the Lord for insight into anything thing that may be separating you from Him. Resources: Catechism of the Catholic Church   Referenced:  358,...

Janet and Bridgett explore the first season of the podcast and its takeaways while also warning listeners about the upgrade in their caffeine source. They also share insights into the first few episodes of Season 2! Correction: this episode was recorded on the 23rd anniversary of 9/11/01 Baby Steps: B: Be Aware U: Understand T: Take Action Email us: podcast@ascensionvb.org Church of the Ascension:...

Janet is back with Bridgett to recap the Summer with the Saints series! Season 2 of the podcast will kick off on September 19, 2024. Books The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence (Downloadable PDF) The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence Bridgett’s Poem My Summer with the Saints Baby Steps: Consider where you can make some space for God in your day. Listen to any ep...

Bridgett is once again joined by guest Jeanine Breault ( St Ignatius episode ), who challenges us to say to God, "Let me, let you." Listen in to learn how to apply some of St Ignatius' teachings to your life and aid your discernment. Resources: Books The Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide for Spiritual Living The Examen Prayer: Ignatian Wisdom for Our Lives What is Ignatian S...

Bridgett is joined by Catalina Ortega, Ascension's Social Justice Minister. Catalina shares her connection to St Alberto Hurtado, a Jesuit and the Patron Saint of Chile, and his importance in Chilean Catholic culture. Resources: Videos St. Alberto Hurtado, SJ Articles St. Alberto Hurtado, SJ (Ignatian Spirituality) Society of Jesus Celebrates Feast of St. Alberto Hurtado, SJ Prayer Prayer of...

Join Bridgett and special guest Joanne Webb as they explore the saints included in Eucharistic Prayer 1.  A way to enhance your understanding of the Mass and the Saints. Resource    Do this in Remembrance of Me, Part 55: Saints Names in Eucharistic Prayer 1 Baby Steps Look up Eucharistic Prayer 1 and read through it noticing the Saints that are included.   Email us: podcast@ascensionvb.org Additio...

Join Bridgett and her special guest, parishioner Luz Igana. They discuss St Jude, his significance in Filipino culture, and his presence in Luz's life. Resources Videos St. Jude the Apostle-Best Short Film GabiAfterHours St. Jude – Official Explanation GabiAfterHours St. Jude Thaddaeus Catholic Online St. Jude Feast: The Facts-2023 Franciscan TV  Articles St. Jude Thaddeus, Patron of Hope and...

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Join Bridgett and her special guest, Jeanine Breault, for an exploration of St Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits. Resources: Videos Who is Ignatius of Loyola? Saint Ignatius of Loyola Ignatius of Loyola- Finding God in All Things   Introduction to the Spiritual Exercises  Articles The Life of St. Ignatius of Loyola St. Ignatius History St. Ignatius of Loyola  Books Ignatian Collection...

Join Janet and her guest, Nicole Drummond (Director of Religious Education and Youth Minister at the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Norfolk), as they uncover the strength of a modern-day servant of God, Sister Thea Bowman, who is on the path to sainthood. Resources: Video Recommendations Going Home Like a Shooting Star:  Thea Bowman’s Journey to Sainthood Sr. Thea’s Address...

Join Bridgett and Janet as they discuss St. Francis de Sales, including his understanding of the importance of the laity, which built an early foundation for Vatican II. Resources: St. Francis de Sales (Catholic.org) Learn to Pray Like St. Francis de Sales (featuring Fr. Gregory Pine O.P.) St. Francis de Sales: A Biography   What You Don’t Know About Christian Mysticism   A Method For Mysticism Ar...

Bridgett and Janet share their connections to St Catherine of Siena, especially after their travels to Italy earlier this year. Resources: Video Recommendations Who is St. Catherine of Siena: The Catholic Saints Podcast   (The Augustine Institute) The Apostle of the Blood of Christ: Saint Catherine of Siena (Bishop Robert Barron) Articles Referenced As super saint: St. Catherine of Siena, Doctor o...

Bridgett is joined by Travis Rogers, Ascension's Youth Minister, for a conversation about St Francis of Assisi and their connections to this popular saint, including the Secular Franciscan Order. Resources: Video Recommendations St. Francis of Assisi:  The World’s Most Beloved Saint St. Francis of Assisi: Sign of Contradiction Organization The Secular Franciscan Order The Rule of the Secular...

Janet & Bridgett continue their summer series with one of Janet's favorite saints, St Therese of Lisieux. They discuss her life and experiences and uncover what it means to be a Doctor of the Church. Resources: Video Recommendations Bishop Barron on Saint Theresa of Lisieux Saint Theresa of Lisieux- Following the Little Way How to Know Which Saints We Might be Called to Pray To (Ascension...

Join Bridgett and Janet in their discussion of one of their favorite saints: St Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus. Can you even imagine parenting the Son of God?   Resources: Catechism of the Catholic Church ( 437 , 497 , 532 , 1014 , 1846 , and 2177 ) St. John Henry Newman :  “When, for our sakes, the Son came on earth and took our flesh, yet He would not live without the sympathy of others. Fo...

Janet and Bridgett start the summer season with the ultimate saint: Mother Mary. She said "yes" and we will never be the same! Resources: Catechism of the Catholic Church (963-975) Formed Interview Our Mother Mary Dr. Mark Miravalle, interviewed by Dr. Ben Akers (Subscription to Formed Required) Pope St. John Paul II,  Mary’s Mediation Derives from Christ’s,  General Audience, Wednesday,...

Welcome to the summer edition of Hearing with the Heart! Bridgett and Janet unveil their summer plan and kick it off with a discussion of Sainthood and how we are all connected. Resources: USCCB's Information on Becoming a Saint Catechism of the Catholic Church (946-962) Baby Steps: Look up your first, middle, and/or confirmation name and learn more about the saint you are named for. Email us...

In the final 2 chapters of Jesus the Bridegroom, Janet and Bridgett consider the relationship between the cleansing of Baptism and the bridal mysteries. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Baby Steps: Reflect on the Gospel of John's Woman at the Well . If you met Jesus at the well, what do you think he would say to you? At Mass, picture yourself w...

Jesus is the Bridegroom, but what does that mean for us after the wedding (crucifixion)? Join Bridgett and Janet as they discuss Chapter 5, Jewish marriage traditions, and the End of Times. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament John Chapter 14   Baby Steps: Read the Book (or the last few chapters) of Revelation...

If Jesus is the Bridegroom, when is his wedding? Janet and Bridgett discuss Chapter 4 of Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Jesus’ Crucifixion from the Gospel of John Baby Steps: Remember a wedding you've attended. Now look at your crucifix and consider the crucifixion as Jes...

If Jesus is the Bridegroom, then who is the Bride? Listen in as Janet and Bridgett discuss Chapter 3 in Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre The Woman at the Well John 4: 4-30 Baby Steps: Re-read The Woman at the Well. Put yourself into the scene and have that conversation with Jesus.  Remember th...

Have you ever thought of the Last Supper as Jesus' wedding banquet? Listen in as Bridgett and Janet discuss John the Baptist, Jesus' role at the Wedding at Cana, and the Last Supper as they discover Chapter 2 of Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told . Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Song of Songs  DEFINITION from the CCC...