Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens

Every ministry, sacrament, vocation, prayer, and mission of the Church exists because of Jesus, truly present in the Eucharist. In this Episode of Rooted, my guest, Sister Mary Jo Sobieck, and I discuss why the Eucharist should not only be the center of the church, but why it should be the center of our lives as well.

In this episode of Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens , we dive into one of the deepest and most misunderstood teachings of the Catholic faith: the Eucharist. Joined by a Roman Catholic seminarian, we explore what Catholics mean when they say the Eucharist is truly the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ — not merely a symbol, but the Real Presence of Christ Himself. Through Scriptur...

As life changes, faith gets tested. In this episode of Rooted, John and Sam talk honestly about growing up, leaving comfort behind, entering new seasons, and what it means to carry your faith into the unknown. From friendship and fear to trust and purpose, this conversation is for anyone standing in the middle of transition.

Why do we keep falling into the same sins even when we genuinely want to change? In this episode of Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens, we talk honestly about habitual sin, spiritual burnout, shame, temptation, and the frustration of feeling stuck in the same cycle over and over again. This is not an episode about pretending to have everything together. It is about fighting for holiness even whe...

Season 4 starts with something simple, but honest: getting back to God. In this episode, I talk about what happens when faith stops being a priority, and how easy it is to drift without even realizing it. This isn’t about being perfect or having everything figured out. It’s about recognizing when something’s off and choosing to come back. If you’ve ever felt distant, distracted, or just not as con...

Easter isn’t just a holiday; it’s everything. In this special episode of Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens , I’m joined by Sam and Claire to talk about the Resurrection, whether it’s actually real, and what it means for your life if it is. We get into real questions:Why does Easter feel less important than Christmas? Does God actually love me, or just “everyone”?And if Jesus already won… why is...

In this episode of Rooted, my guest, Zane, and I talk about the beautiful Sacrament of Confession. Enjoy! #podcast #growyourfaith #catholicprayer #catholicchurch

In this episode of Rooted , my guest and I dive into the big question: What does it mean to be Called? We talk about vocations, how to recognize them, and what it actually looks like to follow God’s plan. It’s a longer episode, but trust me, it’s a good one. So buckle up, get comfortable, and enjoy this 51-minute journey into vocations, faith, and figuring out where God might be leading you. -John

What is Lent? In this episode, I talk about Lent and what it is. I also talk about the three pillars of Lent: Prayer, Fasting, & Almsgiving. Enjoy! -John

In this episode of Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens, my guest and I talk about what it means to live faithfully in a College environment. Follow for more!#god #christianity #catholic #podcast

In this episode of Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens, my special guest and I will be talking about the last two Beatitudes: "Blessed are the peacemakers", and "Blessed are those who are persecuted". Enjoy!

In this episode, my guest, Thomas, helps explain the next 2 Beatitudes. Enjoy! -John

Today, we continue the Beatitudes with the meek and those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. I hope you enjoy this episode of Rooted! -John This podcast is brought to you by Bob the Apple Studios. Check out their YouTube! ⁠youtube.com/BTAStudios2022

In this episode of Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens , I talk about the Beatitudes! I introduce the first 2, and there will be more talked about in episode 2! Enjoy! -John This podcast is brought to you by Bob the Apple Studios. Check out their YouTube! ⁠youtube.com/BTAStudios2022

As we close out this season of Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens , we’re taking a moment to pause and reflect. I am joined by Sam to revisit the core themes and conversations that shaped our episodes this season. Whether it’s a topic that hit home or a question that’s still on your heart, join us as we synthesize everything we’ve learned about staying rooted in Christ through the chaos of being...

In this episode of Rooted: A Catholic Podcast for Teens , I talk about what it means to carry your cross, even when Christ feels far. Similar to Episode 1, I also talk about being the same person at school that you are at Mass. Enjoy! -John This podcast is brought to you by Bob the Apple Studios. Check out their YouTube! ⁠youtube.com/@BTAStudios2022

In this episode of "Rooted": A Catholic Podcast for Teens , I talk about social media and it's effects on our Faith. Enjoy the episode! Sincere apologies, the audio is a little wonky, it will be better in the next one, I didn’t have my usual equipment. -John This podcast is brought to you by Bob the Apple Studios. Check out their YouTube! youtube.com/BTAStudios2022

In this first episode of "Rooted": A Catholic Podcast for Teens, I talk about the difficulties of staying faithful in daily life, I introduce what the podcast is about, and I talk about myself a little bit. Enjoy the episode! -John This podcast is brought to you by Bob the Apple Studios. Check out their YouTube! youtube.com/BTAStudios2022