The Joy in Hope Podcast

In this episode, my friend MaryAnn and I discuss why God never shames us for our emotions and why we shouldn't, either. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUx246eNrTg To check out the Restore the Glory Podcast, go to the link below: https://www.restoretheglorypodcast.com/​ To support financially and for more joyinhope, visit https://linktr.ee/joyinhope...

In this episode, I simply share why it's GOOD to be single on Valentine's Day. To learn more about the history of Valentine's Day and its namesake, SAINT Valentine, check out these sites: https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=159 https://www.catholiceducation.org/en/culture/catholic-contributions/history-of-st-valentine.html This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www...

Nowadays, you might hear people throwing around the phrase "your truth" as a mantra to live by. However nice it may sound, when really taken into consideration, it's not only untrue but could lead people away from Christ and into serious sin. Find out why in this episode. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Icnbz6kCZPY To support financially and for mor...

Where does Catholicism come from, and what happened 500 years ago that led to Protestantism? And what is a "Protestant?" Join me and my friend Kirsten as we touch on these topics as Kirsten shares what has led her - as a 20-year-old woman - to enter the Catholic Church. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eIKBDvoklo&t=225s To read the entire article fr...

Feeling hopeless? Have a cause that seems impossible? Call on the intercession of St. Jude! St. Jude was one of the 12 Apostles and is an incredible example of what it means to follow Jesus. He is known as the Patron of Hopeless or Impossible Causes because of countless miracles that have occurred through his intercession. Fun fact: he was also called by the name Thaddeus, which is referenced in S...

Are you Catholic? Even if so, you may have never been to (nor heard of) the Traditional Latin Mass. However, it is an incredibly important part of Church history, and my friend Fr. Weger is here to tell us why. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcrKPztNATY&t=348s To access The Priest and the Pagan Podcast, which features Fr. Weger and his sister, Alys...

Join us for Part 2 of joyinhope's "Waiting for 'The One'" series! My friend Michael has some amazing things to share about what it means to be man, specifically in regard to being a single man before marriage. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSYWV0ljxvY&t=34s To access Episode 52: Waiting for "The One" (A Woman's Perspective), which we reference in...

I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, “Breakups suck,” more than once in your life. However, I’m here to argue that, though parts of them certainly suck (and to a serious degree), they are overall a good thing. A holy thing. A virtuous thing. Why? Find out on this week's episode. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idlLWd4m9a8&t=3s To support financially an...

To discern or not to discern...that is the question. Except that it's not. Join my friend Sr. M. Karolyn and I as we discuss why, "Are you discerning?" is a dumb question and how the Lord actually communicates the deepest desires of our hearts to us. This episode originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MO3efoqYTA&t=304s To support financially and for more joyinhope, vi...

Are you stuck in a rut? Spiritually? Emotionally? Mentally? Physically? If you aren't now, you probably have been before. It happens to the best of us: we make a resolution to do something, only to "fall off the wagon." When this happens, it's easy to get discouraged and give up rather than reflect on the progress we have made and the graces God has given us. So, I ask again: are you stuck in a ru...

As Christians, we hear all the time how we're called to "store up treasure for ourselves in Heaven." But how many of us actually do this? I personally find myself seeking pleasure in place of God more often than I'd like to admit. However, this past weekend I was reminded just how joyful a pursuit it is to look for treasure that lasts...and I have a little boy to thank for that. Find out why on th...

I struggled with disordered eating from the time I was in middle school through most of college. This meant I experienced anxiety whenever I would eat or even think about eating. I was unhappy with and uncomfortable in my body and was obsessed with how I looked. For years, I felt hopeless, ashamed, and totally alone in this struggle. And, honestly, it felt like it was never going to get better. In...

I struggled with disordered eating from the time I was in middle school through most of college. This meant I experienced anxiety whenever I would eat or even think about eating. I was unhappy with and uncomfortable in my body and was obsessed with how I looked. For years, I felt hopeless, ashamed, and totally alone in this struggle. And, honestly, it felt like it was never going to get better. In...

I struggled with disordered eating from the time I was in middle school through most of college. This meant I experienced anxiety whenever I would eat or even think about eating. I was unhappy with and uncomfortable in my body and was obsessed with how I looked. For years, I felt hopeless, ashamed, and totally alone in this struggle. And, honestly, it felt like it was never going to get better. In...

Join me as I discuss with my dear friend (aaand patron - shameless plug!) Anne what it means to be woman, specifically in regard to being a single woman before marriage. Disclaimer: We thought we had more to say, but perhaps God (or the devil) thought otherwise because we got cut off and didn't realize it until it was too late. (#humility) However, we hope the awkward ending doesn't take away from...

As of August 29th, 2020, I have had a YouTube channel for ONE YEAR! It’s crazy what the Lord has allowed this to grow into in that amount of time - all for His greater glory - and He’s also taught me a lot along the way. I’ve learned three things in particular, which I’d like to share on this week’s episode. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxUnbepuy...

There’s so much to be said about the Blessed Mother...so let’s keep it simple, shall we? (Shoutout to the Sisters of Life for inspiring this episode!) This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LX9vKYXnwMY To support financially and for more joyinhope, visit https://linktr.ee/joyinhope. To schedule a speaking event, email joyinhopeministry@gmail.com.

Why can life be compared to a giant game of red-light-green-light...with God? Find out on this week's episode! This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ET_A2kWsNUM&t=14s To support financially and for more joyinhope, visit https://linktr.ee/joyinhope. To schedule a speaking event, email joyinhopeministry@gmail.com.

I once had a religious sister tell me that there are two kinds of vocation stories...both of which are comparable to romantic comedies. Find out why on this week’s episode. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2LFK6MpvVQ&t=439s To support financially and for more joyinhope, visit https://linktr.ee/joyinhope. To schedule a speaking event, email joyinhope...

This episode is inspired by a paper I wrote as part of a Spiritual Theology course I took in college. It is entitled, "Receiving the Love of God in A Feminine Spirit: A Call for All." Don't be fooled by the "feminine" reference; this video is just as much for men as it is for women! My hope is that it will help every viewer/listener to learn what it truly means to be human...which is to be created...

Yeah...you do NOT wanna miss this. Special thanks to Br. Leven Harton, OSB, for his help with this episode! This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuQvY4IBBT0&t=65s To support financially and for more joyinhope, visit https://linktr.ee/joyinhope. To schedule a speaking event, email joyinhopeministry@gmail.com.

Sometimes, God doesn't give you what you want, but He always gives you what you need. Find out what pop-tarts have to do with it on this week's episode! This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqvA2Jn8U6U&t=19s To support financially and for more joyinhope, visit https://linktr.ee/joyinhope. To schedule a speaking event, email joyinhopeministry@gmail.com.

We hear the term "great" all the time. So-and-so is a "great" actor, so-and-so is a "great" Saint, etc. While these can be and often are true statements, I think sometimes we paint a grandiose and unrealistic picture rather than a great one. Discover what it truly means to be great on this week's episode of joyinhope. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...

If you find your mind wandering at Mass during communion, this can help. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7d2GVh8S5g To support financially and for more joyinhope, visit https://linktr.ee/joyinhope. To schedule a speaking event, email joyinhopeministry@gmail.com.

Have you ever been at a loss for words? Same. What are we supposed to say, when we don't know what to say? Find out on this episode of joyinhope. This podcast originated as a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0d0Tgd_PbKw To support financially and for more joyinhope, visit https://linktr.ee/joyinhope. To schedule a speaking event, email joyinhopeministry@gmail.com.