In The Pews

We revisit Fr. Clint Ressler at St. Mary of the Miraculous Medal (Texas City, Texas) to cover some parts of his story that we skipped over last time. He tells us about revamping the seminarian screening process, his time as the Houston Texans chaplain, going viral during COVID 19, the Synod on Synodallity and more.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some o...

Deacon Armando Salazar of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church (Katy, Texas) details his faith journey, from his early formation in Mexico, to his experiences as a firefighter, to his discerning the Diaconate with his wife.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   CONNECT with us on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter at @InThePews. E...

The Archdiocese of Galveston Houston Vocations Office gathered present and former Vocations Directors for an exclusive round table discussion. Fr. Richard McNeillie, Fr. TJ Dolce, Fr. Dat Hoang and Fr. Clint Ressler share their experiences and perspectives on discerning priestly life as well as their thoughts on ushering young people to explore religious vocations.     Special thanks to the Housto...

Sister Maureen Nwajiobi, of the Daughters of Mary Mother of Mercy, shares her journey from being a young girl in Nigeria to her calling as a teacher, choosing a religious order, migrating to the US sharing her faith as an Author and on YouTube.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   CONNECT with us on Facebook/Instagra...

A worship leader and inner-healing minister shares her journey from growing up in a tiny Texas mission parish to helping others find freedom through music, accompaniment, forgiveness, and a deeply personal encounter with Christ. She also lets us know about her journey to becoming a Spiritual Director.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s...

Deacon David Dufilho of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Community (Houston, Texas) shares his vocation story. He details his early formation, his wife's conversion, his discerning the Diaconate as well as his work in prisons and hospitals.  Link to Dcn. Dave's book "Discernment, Not Decisions: Navigating Life’s Choices with Faith and Confidence"... https://a.co/d/aHyXv5A Link to the book's accompanying...

A former seminarian, and now Liturgy Director of St. Faustina Catholic Church (Fulshear, Texas, USA) revisits the show for an informative discussion where he tells us all about parish Liturgy Councils and what exactly their individual ministries do.     In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants. LISTEN to the audio of our podc...

Newly ordained Permanent Deacon Amilcar Oberto, of St. Faustina (Fulshear, Texas, USA), details his vocation story, from his youth in Venezuela, to rediscovering the Catholic faith, to the challenges he faced during his Diaconate formation.    In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at...

Fr. Dan Doctor details his vocation story from being told he's "not smart enough for college", to his life in the professional world, his calling to priesthood, earning multiple theology degrees and eventually what led him to move from Michigan to Texas.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our...

Fr. Luke Prihoda, of the Diocese of Victoria (Texas) returns to our show, to reflect on his ordination day, his first assignment, his mission work in Mexico and more.    In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants. LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your favorite podcast app....

The pastor of Saint Mary of the Miraculous Medal parish (Texas City, Texas) details his vocation story, from his small-town roots, to his active dating life, his struggles in the seminary, his time with the Focolare, and his various assignments as a priest.  In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants. LISTEN to the audio of our...

The story of a Navy Seal's struggles with PTSD, two divorces, his reversion, the challenges of fatherhood and dealing with losing both of his legs.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants. LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your favorite podcast app.   CONNECT with us on...

Former teacher and Youth minister, and the current Vocations Volunteer Manager of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston tells us how God has guided her throughout the years. In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your favorite podcast...

Worship Leader Abraham Salas and his wife Kelly tell us about their individual faith journeys, Kelly's health issues and their miraculous healing pregnancy.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your favorite podcast app.   CONNECT...

The incredible faith story of a COVID-19 survivor, from his beginnings in Venezuela, to his immigrant struggle, to his conversion and his miraculous recovery from a coma and 2 strokes. In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your favor...

The story of Professional Counselor Liz Bencivengo, who started at the US Naval Academy, entered a religious order, fought depression and is now working for Rejoice Counseling Apostolate.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your...

The vocation story of Sr. Anna Imelda Nguyen of the Dominican Sisters of Mary Immaculate Province (Houston, TX), a religious sister and teacher who originally wanted to join the US Marines.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants. LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your...

Former Youth Minister and recovered addict Breanne DeMarco returns to the show to tell us stories from her mission trips abroad (with the Family Missions Company) and lessons she's learned from them.     In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   WATCH videos of our interviews at our YouTube channel (link at http://www.inthe...

The Principal of Cathedral High School (Houston, TX) tells us about her growth in faith and music, learning from Fr. Columba Kelly, her life as an educator, as well as the philosophy & vision of Cathedral High School.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepews...

The pastor of Holy Rosary Catholic Church & School (Rosenberg, TX) details his vocation story, from his early formation to his struggles in the seminary, to his various assignments as a priest. He tells us all about managing a small but rapidly growing parish and school as well as a mission church.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’...

We get to know one of the filmmakers behind "Love God's Will", the film about Fr. Ryan Stawaisz. She tells us about how filmmaking helped grow her faith, the documentaries she helped make about Medjugorje, as well as shooting and releasing the movie about Fr. Ryan's inspiring life.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants....

We check in with Fr. Richard, the Vocation Director of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston about his successor, the life of the late Fr. Ryan Stawaisz, the movie "Love God's Will", and how to properly discern religious life.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthe...

The Youth Minister of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and School (Rosenberg, Texas) tells us about her convert parents, her career as a youth minister, her unwanted divorce and struggle to recover as a single mother.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com...

The Vocation Director of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word (Houston, TX) shares her refugee story, her life as a career woman and her unlikely calling to religious life. In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants. LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your favorite po...

The parents of the late Father Ryan Stawaisz tell us about their family's faith life, their son's battles with cancer, his priestly discernment, and the movie about his life.   In The Pews is a show that features the lives and inspirational stories of some of the church’s faithful servants.   LISTEN to the audio of our podcasts at http://www.inthepewsshow.com or search for us on your favorite podc...