The Everyday Saint

What happens when your new beginning looks entirely different than what you had planned? Maria joins us on the podcast today to talk about how life transitions have revealed deeper realities to her about God. From coming to college questioning Who God was, to entering life after college where nothing looks like she expected, she shares what God has taught her through it all. This podcast is for th...

Sr. Phoebe from the Daughters of St. Paul sits down with us to discuss her journey from growing up Catholic, to experiencing hurt within the Church, leaving the Church for Orthodoxy, and eventually finding herself drawn back to Catholicism. This vocation journey is one of redemption. What Satan could've used for poor, Sr. Phoebe has instead been brought to a place of faith and deep encounters with...

Every morning, we make the same decision: what am I going to wear today? But what if getting dressed could be about so much more than simply choosing what looks good? In this episode, Mary Harper, founder and author of  Liturgical Style , shares her faith journey and what led her to explore the connection between our clothing, the Liturgical Calendar, and the lives of the Saints. Through this conv...

I’m 23 years old, and I’ve been choosing to save sex for marriage for as long as I can remember. And honestly? We’re still going strong. But why? What is sex actually for? Why does God ask us to wait? In this episode, I’m sharing a talk I gave to the “Huskies for Life” group at Michigan Technological University about saving sex for marriage and navigating relationships in college. We get into  why...

I met Elias in high school. At the time, he was avidly anti-Catholic. Now, five years later, he's on fire for his CATHOLIC faith. What changed? In this episode, Elias shares his journey from Protestantism, to agnostic, to becoming Catholic. All things are on the table with this conversation: learning how to forgive yourself, navigating when you feel mad at God, and what it looks like to let God lo...

Graduating college, moving 1,000 miles away from home, building a new community, speaking at SEEK, and launching a speaking career... 22 was quite the year. As I step into 23, I’m taking a few lessons with me. Some I learned through prayer and some I learned the hard way. In this episode, I’m sharing the things 22 taught me about faith, trusting God, silence, contentment, and becoming the woman He...

It’s easy to say that Jesus fulfills everything when you’re surrounded by people who share your faith. But what happens when your environment seems to point toward everything  except  virtue? In this episode, Alyona shares what it’s really like being a Christian at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, a campus known for its party and drinking culture. Rather than letting her environment pull her a...

Actually trusting in God is radical. Telling people to trust in God is misunderstood. And sometimes telling God you trust in Him is just a straight up lie. In this episode, Eve and Shelby discuss what God's providence really is: those moments when you don't know what it means for God to provide, or the times where you don't know if you can give God control. This SEASON EIGHT (what??!) kickoff delv...

Have you ever looked back on your life, even just one year ago, only to realize that life now looks completely different than you thought it would? Emma joins us on The Everyday Saint Podcast to share her journey through navigating life when everything changes. Especially as two girls who are one year post-grad, this episode shares the honest truth of navigating life changes in the context of fait...

What happens when you follow the evidence wherever it leads? 21 year old Catholic YouTuber Evan Raugust talks about his incredible journey to the Catholic Church. What began as an investigation into Christianity ultimately led him to discover the beauty and truth of the Catholic faith...and completely changed the direction of his life. We talk about his conversion to Catholicism, the moment meetin...

What if the insecurities and anxiety you face are so much more than just mental health struggles? In this episode, Juliana shares her journey battling mental health difficulties for most of her life. But her story doesn't end here. She has found freedom in her faith, learning how to let Jesus speak truth into her thoughts. In a world that tells us we have to face things all on our own, this is a s...

What made Venerable Fulton Sheen one of the greatest evangelists in history, and why are so many young Catholics rediscovering him today? In this episode, I'm joined by Monsignor Jason Gray, who is helping lead the cause for Fulton Sheen's canonization. Together, we dive into the life of the bishop who captivated millions through radio and television long before social media existed. If you've eve...

In 1981, the Blessed Mother supposedly appeared to six children under the title "Queen of Peace" in Medjugorje. While not yet an approved Apparition Site in the Catholic Church, it is a place of pilgrimage for many Catholics seeking healing, answered prayers, and peace. Last month, I pilgrimaged to Medjugorje, and honestly, I don't quite know what to make of this experience. In this episode, I sha...

She's officially a wife! Shelby returns to the podcast to debrief all things wedding...from the excitement and emotions leading up to the big day to the moments she'll never forget walking down the aisle. We chat about the beauty of a Catholic wedding, the significance of the Mass, the story behind the engagement ring, and what it feels like to transition from fiancée to wife. Along the way, we re...

What does it look like to keep God at the center of your work, your dreams, and your vocation? In this episode, I sit down with Mae, a Catholic florist, to talk about the beauty of flowers, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of recognizing the desires God places on our hearts. You'll hear why trusting God's timing doesn't mean remaining passive, and how faith and action can wor...

Has the phrase "when you stop looking, you'll find them" left you frustrated? Or how about "you're too intimidating, that's why guys won't ask you out"? In this episode, Eve Rosemary sits down and rates YOUR best and worst dating advice. We cover: - Are you actually too intimidating to boys? - Do you have to be healed to be in a relationship? - If you've broken up once, will it work out again? - W...

Discernment can be intimidating: how do I know God's voice? What happens when I face difficulty? What's being influenced by God and what's being influenced by Satan on this path? In this episode, Fr. Spitzer shares the story of his path to the priesthood, from the early influences that shaped his faith to the moments of doubt and spiritual struggle that challenged it. Together, we explore the high...

When I graduated college, I felt like I had no guidance. I didn't see any podcasts, videos, or resources to figure out life after college. In today's episode, I narrow down my top 10 tips for navigating life after college. From friendships changing, to practical tips, to reaffirming what life will feel like, we get into all the good tidbits of advice to follow the Lord's plan for us after college!...

For the heart that doesn’t know how to bring its struggles to God… From experiencing freedom from grief to learning how to be honest with God, Becca shares her faith journey and the beautiful miracles in between. While her life is now deeply rooted in trust in the Lord, this episode reveals what it truly takes to mean it when we say: “The Lord is my strength.” Thanks for listening to The Everyday...

There is only one approved Marian Apparition site in the United States: Our Lady of Champion in Champion, WI. This apparition happened in 1859, seen by Adele Brice. On her 195th birthday, she was declared a Servant of God, on her way towards canonization. In this episode, you'll learn: - Who was Adele Brice? - How does Our Lady's message impact the United States? - How do the people of God play a...

How often do we forget that our vocation isn’t something we go out and find, but a gift to receive? We can spend so much time in prayer asking God for answers, but in this episode, Jessica shares that true discernment is less about figuring everything out and more about allowing God to love you. Instead of overthinking, we’re invited to recognize that everything we’re given in the present moment i...

We don’t talk about sin enough, or we talk about it in all the wrong ways. In this episode, we’re getting honest about the reality of sin, what it means to pursue virtue, and the discouragement that can come when we keep falling short. But this isn’t a conversation about shame. It’s about mercy. God’s mercy isn’t something we earn after we “get it together”, it’s what meets us right in the middle...

Just because our faith is deep doesn’t mean our feelings disappear. True faith invites us to bring those emotions to Jesus, not avoid them. Margaux, a student at Franciscan University, shares her journey from viewing Catholics as hypocritical to encountering true freedom in the Catholic Church. Along the way, she opens up about her struggles with anxiety and what it has looked like to truly surren...

What does it mean to be truly accepted? In this episode, we sit down with Madie whose journey took her into the LGBT community, where she was searching for belonging, identity, and love. While she found moments of connection, she still felt like something was missing. Everything changed when she encountered Jesus in the Mass. In this powerful reversion story, she shares how her understanding of ac...

There’s so much advice out there about how to start dating: how to meet someone, how to find the right guy, how to handle the pressure. But what happens when the relationship actually lasts? How do you continue to love well and stay committed before marriage? What does it really look like to pursue God’s plan without the clarity of a lifelong commitment yet? Join Eve and Shelby as they delve into...