Life Beyond the Chariot | A Faith & Family Series

Let’s be honest: sometimes attending Mass with children can be *challenging*. Should parents automatically head to the cry room? Is there a survival guide for how to attend Mass with little ones? In today’s episode we offer practical tips for attending Mass with young children and ways we can bring the elements of the Mass into our homes.    Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z76YmdnO0NM   Other E...

As Catholics we believe the Eucharist is the physical presence of Our Lord, but sometimes there can be a disconnect between believing that and living as if that were true. How can we be more receptive to the grace God offers us in the Eucharist?   Click here to watch this episode on YouTube!   Other Episodes: What does the Catechism Teach About the Eucharist? (St. Philip Institute Podcast) Euchari...

The Church describes the Eucharist as the Source and Summit of the Christian Life… but what does that mean? What does that look like in family life? In today’s episode we define what the Eucharist is, why it is essential to our lives as Catholics, and we offer suggestions of how to make the Eucharist the center of our homes.   Click here to watch this episode on YouTube!   More: From the St. Phili...

What do we do when we find it difficult to trust God? How do we trust in His faithfulness, even in moments of suffering? In today's episode, we discuss what it means to trust God with everything and how to increase our trust in Him even when it hurts. NOTE: We're in the process of planning & discerning future episodes of the Life Beyond the Chariot Podcast. In the meantime, we're throwing it back...

Did you know that in the USA there are a growing number of Catholics but a decrease in the number of Catholic marriages? In today’s episode, we talk about why this is a crucial mission moment for the Church, and how we can invite couples to bring Christ into their marriages. We also define terms such as “convalidation” and “civil marriage” and what it means to be in a “valid Catholic marriage”. NO...

NOTE: Over the next several weeks we'll be planning & discerning future episodes of the Life Beyond the Chariot Podcast. In the meantime, we'll be throwing it back to some of our favorite episodes from the past year! We sat down with Sr. Josephine Garrett to discuss her vocation story and how to foster vocations in young women. She speaks about her call to Catholicism and the religious life and sh...

NOTE: Over the next several weeks we'll be planning & discerning future episodes of the Life Beyond the Chariot Podcast. In the meantime, we'll be throwing it back to some of our favorite episodes from the past year! Can Moms really pray without ceasing? In today’s episode, Jackie Francois Angel joins us to talk about the very real struggle of making prayer part of everything that we do. In the mi...

NOTE: Over the next several weeks we'll be planning & discerning future episodes of the Life Beyond the Chariot Podcast. In the meantime, we'll be throwing it back to some of our favorite episodes from the past year! Interior designer Ronna Egan joins us for a discussion about making our homes a space that bring us joy and rest, and how home should also be a place where we can welcome others and p...

NOTE: Over the next several weeks we'll be planning & discerning future episodes of the Life Beyond the Chariot Podcast. In the meantime, we'll be throwing it back to some of our favorite episodes from the past year! Having a healthy prayer life when you are a parent can be challenging. In this episode Fr. Josh Johnson, Vocations Director & Pastor in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, shares practical ad...

Bishop Joseph Strickland recently declared a Year of the Immaculate Virgin Mary and the Eucharist for the Diocese of Tyler. In today’s episode, we ask him about the role of Mary in his own life, and how the Eucharist has been a source of strength in his priesthood.   2022: Year of Mary and the Eucharist- Diocese of Tyler   Other Episodes: Having a relationship with Mary (w/Noelle Garcia McHugh)  ...

In today’s episode we’re discussing the final two chapters of Habits for Holiness by Father Mark-Mary Ames, CFR. We look at the practical ways that we can cultivate happiness, healthiness, and holiness in an intentional way, and how to make sure that we have a plan in place to continue growing as disciples.   We hope that you enjoyed this 4 part series! We’d love to hear from you. Email us at podc...

We speak with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR, the author of Habits for Holiness, about the remembrance of our Christian dignity and what it means to be holy and effective witnesses of the Gospel.   To learn more about the CFRs and Fr. Mark-Mary : www. Franciscanfriars.com Poco a Poco Podcast ( YouTube ) ( Apple Podcasts ) Franciscan Friars of the Renewal Ascension Presents Videos   Join our Facebook Comm...

We continue our series on“Habits for Holiness” by Father Mark-Mary Ames, CFR, and discuss Chapters 3-5. The focus this week is on creating a Catholic culture, simplicity & detachment, and responding to the cry of the poor. It’s not too late to join us this Advent! To receive your free reading plan and reflection guide please visit: https://mailchi.mp/stphilipinstitute/advent-book-study-2021. Join...

We begin our 4 part series on the book “Habits for Holiness” by Father Mark-Mary Ames, CFR starting with Chapters 1 and 2. The focus this week is on prayer and family. It’s not too late to join us this Advent! To register and get your free reading plan and reflection guide please visit: https://mailchi.mp/stphilipinstitute/advent-book-study-2021   Join our Facebook Community !    Email us at podca...

Sometimes the preparation for the Advent season can feel chaotic and overwhelming. In this episode we discuss an article called “6 ways to Prepare a Quiet Advent Now” and share very practical ways that we can make space in our hearts and our homes before Advent begins. You can find the article by Sarah Damm on Blessed is She here .    Other Episodes  Peace I Give You: Preparing for Advent   Join u...

In today’s episode we interview Mary Bruno and Emily Frase from FaBmBase, the new fertility awareness database where science and real-life intersect. Emily and Mary are creating a space that provides helpful resources, but also a place for raw and real conversations around fertility awareness. You can learn more about FaBmBase by visiting www.fabmbase.org .    Show Notes:   Watch this episode on Y...

Sister Josephine Garrett joins us to discuss the meaning of “Domestic Church” and why each family plays an essential part in God’s plan for the world.   Other Episodes  Discipleship in the Family (w/Fr. Justin Braun) Introduction to the Domestic Monastery (w/Fr. John-Mary Bowlin)    Recommended Resources Jesus, Lord of the Universe, Lord of our Home – Catholic East Texas Familiaris Consortio by Po...

Body image is something that we can struggle with well into adulthood. Especially for women, the relationship that we have with our body can impact our ability to recognize the gift of who we are. In today’s episode, we reflect on why this can be so challenging, especially as Moms, and how prayer can help us heal this particular wound.    Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fGzXe7UqBGM...

This episode continues our conversation about pornography. We sat down with Steve Pokorny, founder of Freedom Coaching and author of Redeemed Vision, to discuss the process of finding healing from pornography and what is required to get to the root of the problem.     Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/fHIX5RAiRXQ   Related Episodes: We Need to Talk About Pornography     Recommended Re...

In today’s episode, we discuss the serious problem of pornography and how to respond if you discover your spouse has an addiction to it or your child has been exposed to it. We also offer suggestions on how to safeguard your home and your family.    Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/k8Ah4dbpvqk   Other Videos Women Struggle with Pornography Too w/Rachel Killackey Breaking Free from P...

What do we do when we find it difficult to trust God? How do we trust in His faithfulness, even in moments of suffering? In today's episode, we discuss what it means to trust God with everything and how to increase our trust in Him even when it hurts.    Show Notes:   From the Catholic East Texas: Get Out of the Boat by Deanna Johnston     Other resources Pray with Us: The Litany of Trust Litany o...

In today’s episode we answer questions from our audience on NFP and spend some time discussing issues around infertility and the problems with IVF.   NOTES: Other Episodes Infertility and Openness to Life: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/infertility-and-openness-to-life/id1562901316?i=1000517001907 Is NFP Catholic Contraception?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1P10Tu7Rk5U&t=310s   From the...

Are Natural Family Planning and contraception the same thing? Is it possible to use NFP with a “contraceptive mentality”? In today’s episode we break open the Church’s teaching on these issues.    Show Notes:   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/1P10Tu7Rk5U   From the St. Philip Institute: Real Talk on NFP by Deanna Johnston (CET Article) Catholic Teaching & Fertility Awar...

Struggles and hardships are bound to occur in your marriage. How do you protect your relationship and what do you do when your marriage is in crisis mode?  Note: Some of the topics we discuss in this episode may be too sensitive for a younger audience.    Notes: Watch this episode on Youtube!     St. John Chrysostom on Marriage When I Call for Help: A Pastoral Response to Domestic Violence Against...

Did you know that in the USA there are a growing number of Catholics but a decrease in the number of Catholic marriages? In today’s episode, we talk about why this is a crucial mission moment for the Church, and how we can invite couples to bring Christ into their marriages. We also define terms such as “convalidation” and “civil marriage” and what it means to be in a “valid Catholic marriage”. Ar...