The Prodigal's Purpose

What if the way you’ve been living is slowly hardening your heart? In this episode, we dive into the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the overwhelming reality of a God who willingly suffered, bled, and died for you… while fully knowing you might never love Him back. We explore the difference between a heart of stone and a heart of flesh, why so many of us resist love and vulnerability, and how Jesus ente...

What if the biggest thing keeping you from God… is the way you see yourself? In this episode of The Prodigal’s Purpose, we’re talking about the voices that label us, shame us, accuse us, and make us believe we are nothing more than our worst moments. Because if we’re honest, so many of us walk around carrying names that were never ours to begin with: too much, not enough, failure, addict, dramatic...

What does it actually mean to be a “real” Catholic? In this episode, I unpack a moment that caught me off guard: being told I wasn’t one. And honestly, it revealed something deeper about the way we sometimes live our faith. Because if we’re being real, the question isn’t whether we fit a certain mold. The question is whether we’re actually living the Gospel or just reinforcing the stereotypes peop...

“This is my body, given for you.” We hear those words all the time… but what if they completely changed the way you see your own body? In this episode of The Prodigal’s Purpose , we step into a conversation most people avoid. Body image, identity, and the quiet lies we start to believe about our worth. Because in a world that constantly tells you to fix, shrink, or perfect yourself, it’s easy to b...

In today’s episode, we’re diving into Luke 15:1–7 , the Parable of the Lost Sheep, and why it’s one of the most personal and hope-filled stories Jesus ever told. This short little parable holds a massive truth: God’s love is relentless, personal, and wildly intentional. We’ll take a moment to unpack what shepherds were really like in Jesus’ time—why this role was far from glamorous, why it would h...

What happens when a prayer I whispered at 15 isn’t answered until 15 years later? In this episode of The Prodigal’s Purpose Podcast , I take you to Lourdes , the sacred hillside where Saint Bernadette encountered Our Lady of Lourdes —and where God quietly began a work in my own heart long before I understood what faith would eventually ask of me. I share the extraordinary story of a poor, sickly,...

We say we want heaven. We say we want God. But then Sunday comes… and suddenly sleeping in, brunch, or “I’ll pray later” feels easier than going to Mass. In this episode, I get real about a struggle many of us have had (me included): intentionally skipping Mass. If Jesus gave everything for us, what does it mean when we won’t give Him one hour a week? We talk about how Mass isn’t a show or enterta...

What do we do when Jesus says something that makes everyone uncomfortable—and then lets them walk away? In this episode, we dive into John 6:35–67 , one of the most challenging and misunderstood moments in all of Scripture: when Jesus declares, “Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life.” Together, we’ll explore why this moment caused so many followers to leave, what Jesus truly m...

Saint Padre Pio. I’ve never met him while he was alive, but our friendship runs deeper than death itself. We’ll dive into the miracles, mysteries, and holy mayhem surrounding this beloved monk — from his stigmata that bled for fifty years, to stories of bi-location, reading souls, and even fistfights with the devil. You’ll hear about the time American pilots claimed they saw him in the sky, the he...

When I first cracked open a glitter-covered notebook in 2014, I had no idea it would change the way I pray forever. What started as clumsy “Dear God…” letters slowly grew into a practice that helped me hear His voice, process life’s ups and downs, and discover my own prayer love language. In this episode of The Prodigal’s Purpose , I’m sharing how prayer journaling went from something that felt aw...

The best is yet to come.” My stepdad Matt lived those words with every choice he made. He was a father who didn’t have to love me, but did—stepping into the role God had written for him and showing me what it means to be chosen, loved, and carried by both an earthly father and my heavenly Father. His witness continues to invite me to ponder the purpose behind God's plan, to embrace the journey...

What if the place you go to hide is the very place Jesus is waiting for you? In this episode, we step into John 4:7 -30 and encounter the Samaritan woman at the well. Her daily routine of avoidance becomes the setting for the longest recorded dialogue with Jesus—a conversation marked by honesty, truth, and unexpected grace. Together we reflect on the “wells” we run to that never satisfy, and how J...

When Peter tried to flee Rome, he encountered Christ on the road and asked, “Quo Vadis?” —“Where are you going?” That question echoes in every follower of Jesus today. In this episode, we discuss the story of Peter’s courage and what it teaches us about evangelization in our own lives. Through scripture, real-life stories, and honest reflection, we break down five simple steps for sharing the fait...

He was a man feared by Christians everywhere. A persecutor. A murderer. A name that brought dread. And yet—on one unexpected road to Damascus—everything changed. In this episode of The Prodigal’s Purpose , we step into the story of Saul, who became Paul: from enemy of the faith to one of its boldest voices. His dramatic encounter with Christ didn’t just stop at conversion—it set him on a lifelong...

Sometimes life doesn’t go according to plan—scratch that, most times it doesn’t. In this episode, I toss out my carefully prepared notes and get real about what it means to embrace the journey when everything feels like it’s falling apart. From career doors that closed to friendships that shifted, I’ve had a front-row seat to God rewriting my plans in ways I didn’t expect (and honestly, didn’t wan...

In this episode, I share the most honest moment I’ve ever had with God—one night in Adoration when I let it all out. I came undone in front of Him. I blamed Him for everything that had gone wrong in my life. I cried, I yelled (internally), and I wrestled with every question, every ache, every “why me?” like a toddler having a meltdown in front of their Father. But the most powerful part? He didn’t...

What kind of friend are you—the kind who will stop at nothing to bring someone closer to Jesus? In this episode, we dive into the story of the paralytic in Luke 5, whose friends tore through a roof just to lay him at the feet of Christ. It’s a powerful reminder that real friendship doesn’t just cheer from the sidelines—it carries, it intercedes, and it believes for miracles even when someone can’t...

What do you do when prayer doesn’t feel like “enough,” yet the world’s answers still leave you empty? In this episode, I share a vulnerable season of my life where I realized I needed both therapy and theology to truly heal. Faith alone didn’t mend my unprocessed wounds, and therapy alone couldn’t give those wounds eternal meaning. Therapy gave me the tools to name the pain and break unhealthy cyc...

She was the woman everyone whispered about—the sinner, the outcast, the one with a past. Yet in the Gospels, Mary Magdalene becomes one of the most powerful witnesses of God’s mercy. In this episode, we look at two defining moments of her life: when she knelt at Jesus’ feet in repentance, pouring out her love despite the judgment of others, and when she became the first to discover the empty tomb...

In this honest and hope-filled episode, we talk about what it means to carry the cross of depression while clinging to the promise of resurrection. Inspired by the words of Venerable Fulton Sheen and Romans 8:18, we explore simple yet powerful ways to find Christ in the suffering, not just after it. From the grounding gift of movement and natural light to the quiet strength of prayer when you feel...

 I grew up in Catholic school, knew all the prayers, and had all the answers in religion class. But eventually, I had to face the question: Did I believe any of it for myself? This episode is about growing up in the Church—from church traditions to real wrestling, we unpack what it means to move from knowing about God to actually knowing Him. This is my story of being raised in the Church—and what...

For this episode, we’ll explore the story that inspired the podcast. We’ll read , reflect , and identify ourselves in one of Jesus’ most well-known and deeply personal parables: The Prodigal Son (Luke 15). It’s raw. It’s relatable. And it still speaks to every wandering heart. GRAB YOUR BIBLES, PEOPLE! This is where The Prodigal’s Purpose begins.

In this episode, I’m sharing the deeper meaning behind The Prodigal’s Purpose — a podcast created for cradle Catholics, reverts, and spiritual seekers navigating life between wandering and homecoming. Rooted in honesty, healing, and hope, this space is an invitation to ponder the purpose, embrace the journey, and live the conversion . We’ll explore what it means to live a life of ongoing transform...

Great question—I’ve been asking myself that a lot lately! In this first episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I started this podcast, what’s been stirring in my heart, and how God’s been moving in the middle of my mess. If you’ve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or just plain curious about what God might be doing in your life… you’re in good company. Let’s dive in!