Persistence in Prayer with Kylie Hein

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever looked at your life, your messy living room, your emotional exhaustion, the chaos of your schedule, and thought, this does not look like the holy life that I imagined ? If so, you are not alone. Today's conversation is for you, my friend, who is trying to live your faith deeply, but feels like you're failing at the ideal. In this episode of Persistence in P...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever taken a personality test and thought, "This is exciting! Now what?" So you printed your results, threw them in a folder, and forgot about them until right now. Well, if that's you, you're not alone. In today's episode of Persistence in Prayer , I'm joined by a dear friend, Linda Delia, who is a Catholic coach and spiritual companion. She...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the state of the world or maybe just your own home, and wondered how the early Christians held it all together? Because let's face it, they were going through their own mess. In today's episode of Persistence in Prayer , we're stepping back into church history with author and theologian Michael Aquilina. Not just to marvel at the Sa...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever noticed how walking outside with your bare feet in the grass makes you feel different, or the sunshine on your face, or just simply paying attention to the patterns in nature? Being in nature can calm our bodies, and when we are calm, it is easier for us to connect with the Lord and to pray .  In this episode of Persistence in Prayer , I am joined by my good friend C...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever over-explained yourself in a conversation where no one asked for an explanation, or maybe you felt a deep guilt for simply doing less, even when you knew you really needed rest? These are subtle signs of deeper wounds, often rooted in how we were raised and the expectations we placed on ourselves to be productive, perfect, and pleasing. If love sometimes feels condit...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you just need to tone down your drive to be more holy or pull back on your voice and your sharp edges?  Have you ever been caught in the trap of chasing productivity, perfection, and praise just to feel like you're enough or you're worthy, or to feel like you're doing it right? If so, today's special guest from the Catholic Stuff You Sho...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Persistence in Prayer , I'm joined by Catholic men's coach and mentor, Kenneth Harouff, for a powerful discussion on authentic self-love, well beyond the shallow social media clichés.  Kenneth brings a unique male perspective as we talk honestly about why “I’m fine” is usually a cover-up and how unaddressed wounds can deeply impact our families and rel...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you're just going through the motions, keeping up with your responsibilities, but maybe a bit spiritually asleep? Because let's be honest, who has time to keep up with all the prayers when you've got so much on your list?  But what if this very moment is an hour of testing and God is inviting you to wake up? In this episode of Persistence in...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever read about a saint and thought, “Wow... she’s amazing—but I could never be like that”? Maybe you’ve even felt like holiness is for someone else—someone more disciplined, more prayerful, more perfect. But what if that nagging sense of not being “enough” isn’t about your lack—but about misunderstanding how God made you? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer , I’m jo...

Send us Fan Mail Healing isn’t just for other people—it’s for you, too. In this empowering episode, Kylie is joined by Jenn Lormand , co-founder of Tighten Your Tinkler and Catholic mom of three, who shares her raw and hope-filled journey of healing from pelvic floor dysfunction. Together, they explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual toll of untreated symptoms like pee leaks, back pain, and...

Send us Fan Mail Do you feel overwhelmed by prayer routines or unsure how to stay connected with God in daily life? In this beautiful episode, Kylie is joined by Fr. James Kubicki , Jesuit priest and author of A Year of Daily Offerings: Giving Your Life to God One Day at a Time , to explore how simple acts of prayer — rooted in Ignatian spirituality — can help us live every moment for Christ. They...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever cried out to God and been met with silence? Have you prayed and fasted, only to feel like things are getting worse instead of better? In this Holy Week episode of The Persistence in Prayer Podcast , Catholic speaker and author Kevin Wells joins Kylie to share a raw and deeply moving testimony of marriage, addiction, spiritual warfare , and the power of redemptive suf...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, host Kylie Hein sits down with Grace Abruzzo to talk about something we all need to hear: you don’t have to try so hard to be holy . Grace shares how God’s voice often speaks loudest when we stop striving and start receiving. We talk about the connection between prophecy and rest, and how letting go of performance in prayer opens up space for real intimacy with th...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling with burnout or feeling misaligned in your work and relationships? In this powerful episode of Persistence in Prayer , host Kylie Hein welcomes back Karyn McFarlane to unpack how Working Genius Assessments and Catholic temperaments can transform the way you approach your God-given mission. Discover how understanding your unique wiring can help you work smarter, not hard...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, host Kylie Hein is joined by Margaret Schay, a devoted daughter of God, wife, and mother, who integrates the rich teachings of Catholic psychology into her coaching work.  Margaret shares her journey from experiencing  depression in college as she found herself striving, to discovering the transformative power of therapy and personal growt...

Send us Fan Mail How can our conversations change the world around us?  What does it take for our conversations to be meaningful?  How do can we better approach difficult conversations? In this  episode of Persistence in Prayer, host Kylie Hein delves into the transformative power of conversation alongside her guest, Carla Krieman.  With over 40 years of experience in banking and leadership, Carla...

Send us Fan Mail Join Kylie Hein, Catholic mindset coach and host of the Persistence in Prayer Podcast, as she welcomes special guest Liz Montigny, a Catholic life coach dedicated to helping women build faith-focused, fulfilling lives. Liz shares her powerful journey of creating a Catholic life coaching practice and her profound experiences with the Love Crucified community. In this episode, Kylie...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host Kylie Hein welcomes Marty Langlois, the Catholic fitness coach and founder of Rebuild the Body, to discuss the integration of Catholic faith with fitness and holistic wellness.  Marty shares her personal journey, including her recovery from a stroke and the role of prayer and sacraments during her healing process. The conv...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode #92 of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host Kylie Hein welcomes Jonna Schuster, co-founder and director of Catholic Revival Ministries. Kylie and Jonna delve into the transformative power of prayer, emphasizing its role in deepening one's relationship with God and inviting the Holy Spirit's guidance and healing. Jonna shares her journey into ministry, her p...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, Kylie Hein welcomes special guest Christina Valenzuela, wife, mother, and owner of Pearl and Thistle LLC. Discussion centers on ways moms can nurture a meaningful prayer life amidst a busy schedule. Christina shares her unique journey with Dominican spirituality, discussing how it complements her role as a mother and profession...

Send us Fan Mail In episode #90 of the Persistence in Prayer podcast, host Kylie Hein welcomes back relationship coach, author, and national speaker, Dana Nygaard. Dana returns to the podcast - previously on episode 20 - to share her expertise on helping single Catholic women date intentionally, stop settling, and choose wisely in relationships.  Together, they discuss various topics including the...

Send us Fan Mail Are you navigating life’s challenges while striving for personal growth and deeper faith? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer , host Kylie Hein invites author, speaker, and mindset coach Kerri Bishop to share her powerful story of resilience, self-improvement, and unwavering faith. Kerri opens up about her journey from overcoming abuse and abandonment to raising five boys as...

Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of the year on Persistence in Prayer, host Kylie Hein is joined by Jill Simons, the Executive Director at Many Parts Ministries, to discuss the concept of charisms. Jill shares her journey of discovering charisms, their significance, and how they impact both personal and communal spiritual lives. They delve into how to discern one's charisms, the importa...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Summary: In this heartfelt pre-Christmas episode of Persistence in Prayer, host Kylie Hein is joined by her husband, Russell Hein. Together, they discuss the challenges and joys couples face during the holiday season, particularly when navigating family gatherings and complex dynamics. The episode opens with warm introductions and a brief history of how Kylie and Russell m...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply insightful episode of Persistence in Prayer, Kylie sits down with author and speaker, Julie Onderko. Julie shares her incredible journey of faith, illustrating how God's hand has always been present in her life, guiding her through various transitions and challenges. Julie recounts her unexpected journey into authorship, inspired by her retreats and the encoura...