Mariana and Katie

Homeward by BigAppleCatholic

Arts EN ↓ 5 episodes

There is a road beneath the road we walk every day. A deeper story humming under the ordinary. This is where we follow that echo— through longing and laughter, beauty and ache — trusting that this life is leading somewhere, and to Someone, truer than we can yet see. I am overjoyed to welcome as co-host fellow artist, and G.K. Chesteron enthusiast, and friend, Katie Jones for this chapter and cannot wait for you to join this journey home. This is for those who love and ache a little like us in this world. Those who who like us are on Homeward road. Keep up with us @homeward.pod Write us here: b...

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Mariana and Katie

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Lazarus and The God of Mystery 08.07.2026 1:04:52

Most of us live in a state of obsession with certainty — but within faith and life itself, mystery reigns supreme. This week, we explore why embracing uncertainty isn’t just a choice, but a vital part of our spiritual journey Join us as we walk through the story of Lazarus, Martha, and Mary, highlighting how their experience of loss and resurrection embodies the core of Christian hope amid unanswe...

Born to Never Die: What Chiara and Enrico Petrillo Offer a World Afraid of Suffering 10.06.2026 1:27:52

If Homeward is ultimately about learning how to live with our eyes fixed on heaven, then few people have taught Katie and I more than Enrico and Servant of God Chiara Corbella Petrillo. Their story reminds us that we were born for eternity, and that even in the deepest suffering, the road home remains open. Key Topics: Servant of God Chiara Corbella Petrillo's life story Faith and resilience in su...

Have We Lost Our Sense of Wonder? With Bill Donaghy 27.05.2026 1:05:22

What is the importance of wonder in the human experience? And what may be the obstacles to wonder in our present age? For this episode Katie and I are joined by the wonder-full Bill Donaghy who helps us wrestle through these questions and more. “If you are wise, you will understand that life is more like a pool than a channel. A channel immediately releases what it receives. The pool is gradually...

What Does it Mean To Be Human? With Dr. Sarah Maple 13.05.2026 1:00:15

In this conversation, Katie and I sit down with Dr. Sarah Maple to explore one of the most foundational questions we can ask: what does it mean to be human? Together, we talk about the nature of being human, beauty, and the artistic vocation rooted in divine love. We delves into how beauty reveals our origin, purpose, and ultimate destiny, inviting all of us into a deeper wonder of life and creati...

We're All Just Trying to Get Home 28.04.2026 1:00:11

The day has finally come! We are so eager to start this new chapter with you and embark on the Homeward journey together. In this episode we give a glimpse of our heart behind this project, why we felt like we needed it for ourselves, and our hopes for everyone that will join us. Thank you for being here. It is a privilege to walk this with you xo Mariana and Katie Episode Guiding Quote: "The swee...