St. Matthew Catholic Church Podcast

This week Olivia Burke, Life Teen Core Member, joins us to chat about one of our very favorite things: Scripture. We were so on fire about this topic, we had to split it into two parts! Check out Part 1 to learn more about Olivia's faith journey and how Mary Magdalene is a disciple of hope and perseverance who has something to teach all of us. If you have your bible near by, we'll be div...

If you've ever felt like it was too difficult to hear God's voice, doubted His presence, or felt abandoned by the Lord...this episode is for you. Avery Utz is here today to share part of her personal testimony, what her tattoo means, and practical things to do if you find yourself in a season where God feels anything but near.  We'll talk about things like consolation and desolation...

One of the questions we get the most is, "how do I make God a part of my every-day-life?" We couldn't think of a better way to kick off the year, then to talk about the Holy Spirit (aka the answer to this question.) Amy Bojarski, St. Matthew's Family Programs Coordinator, joins us to share her personal testimony and advice on how to grow in our own relationship with the Holy Sp...

Before we say goodbye to 2020, let's take a moment to give thanks and try to remember....what actually happened this year? Tune in to hear how Avery & Lauren are prepping for Christmas and how the Lord has personally been working in their lives this year. We'll also spend a bit of time in Scripture allowing Mama Mary to be our guide during this season, before we close in a special Ch...

Ben Lesnefsky joins us this week to chat about how to handle difficult conversations. Whether it be family, friends, or people at school -- tricky conversations are bound to happen. So let's talk about why we normally avoid the conflict, tips on  how to better navigate these conversations, and how the Lord wants to bring deeper healing in your relationships. 

Happy New (Liturgical) Year! It's that time of the year to open our hearts, slow down, and prepare for the coming of Jesus. This week, Rachel Willoughby joins us to share all about Advent! Why can't we jump straight to Christmas, what is the meaning behind the Advent wreath, and what things can we be doing to really enjoy this season?  Mentioned in this episode: St. Matthew Advent Events...

You matter (including your mental health!) Get ready to grab a pen and paper as Christine Delaney, head of the St. Matthew Counseling Department, joins this week to share her insight on how we can take care of our body, mind, and soul. Everyone has experienced stress this year, to say the least. So let's talk about what stress does to our bodies, why does the Church care about our mental heal...

Fr. Peter joins us again this week to tackle more of your thoughtful questions, in this episode of Part 2 of our Priest Q&A.  When did you know you wanted to be a priest? (2:05) How do I know what my calling is? (6:10) How is the bread and wine transformed into the body and blood of Christ? (10:18) How does the Catholic Church protect Scripture? (12:00) What should I do when I lose motivation...

This week, Lauren & Daniel Torres chat all about the saints! Why does the Catholic Church recognize saints, how can they really be a part of our lives today, and who is in our squad? 

Our high school teens submitted bold and excellent questions that many of us have found ourselves asking before. We are blessed to have both Fr. John & Fr. Peter help us with some answers. On this unique episode, we'll tackle questions like:  How to grow in your faith when you don't have enough time (3:30) Is Scripture and blind faith enough to trust God? (9:12) Have you ever doubted...

Today, Lauren & Fr. Peter chat about something everyone goes through: loneliness, the need for great friendships, and trying to navigate a friendship with Christ. We've all been going through unique challenges, like isolation and trying to stay in touch with friends during a pandemic. In this episode you'll find practical steps for both finding genuine friendships and creating a real...

Welcome to our surprise mini episode! Love Nikes, video games, and Pokemon? So did Blessed Carlo Acutis, a recent and young Blessed who points us in the direction of Christ. After watching the beatification last Saturday, Avery & Lauren wanted to share more about this amazing teen. 

On today's episode, Lauren and Avery discuss how to answer the classic question: "Who am I?" Join us for an honest conversation of why this question can be so challenging to answer, and how to listen to the one who knows you best. 

Welcome to (Not) The Only One: a St. Matthew podcast for teens on an open, vulnerable and Catholic journey! Today we'll chat about what you can expect on this podcast, how we came up with the name, and what the Lord has been stirring in our hearts lately.