She Said Yes to God — A Vocation Story (Sister Miriam Josephine)
Send us a textWhat does it mean to say "yes" to God's will? In this powerful Catholic vocation story, Sister Miriam Josephine shares her 25-year journey of discernment — from youth ministry and missionary work in Kolkata to taking her religious vows with the Queenship of Mary community.Raised in a Catholic family, Sister Miriam wrestled with the question so many ask: What is God's will for my life? This heartfelt interview explores prayer, adoration, Marian consecration, and the ache of not being “fully given” — all leading to the day she said yes to Jesus.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
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Should Catholics Call Themselves Gay? (Fr. Cristino)
Send us a textWhat does it mean to find our identity as Catholics in today’s culture of labels? In this thoughtful conversation, we explore whether it’s appropriate—or even helpful—for a Catholic to describe themselves using modern identity terms tied to experience, such as “gay Catholic.”Fr. Cristino offers a charitable and clear Catholic response rooted in Church teaching, human dignity, and the deeper question of what truly defines us.🔸 Can we separate identity from behavior?🔸 Do words like “gay” describe who we are—or what we experience?🔸 What does the Church really say about language, experience, and identity?This is not a video about condemnation—but about clarity. Join us for an honest, respectful, and faithful dialogue that seeks to elevate how we talk about the human person.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
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3 Things That Shocked Me as a New Catholic Convert (Guest: Derek Boldt)
Send us a text"I thought I knew what becoming Catholic would be like—until it actually happened." In this honest and heartfelt conversation, Derek shares the 3 biggest surprises that hit him after converting to the Catholic Church. From the unexpected joy of the Easter Vigil, to encountering grace in everyday sacraments, to the beauty of Catholic community—this is a story that will challenge, inspire, and renew your love for the faith.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
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Why Kids Need Both Mom and Dad | Fr Cristino
Send us a textWhat happens when we start believing that moms and dads are interchangeable? When we forget the beauty—and necessity—of a mother’s tenderness and a father’s strength?In our newest video, we explore what the Church has always taught: that men and women are different by design, and that children flourish best when raised by both a mom and a dad.Fr. Cristino joins us for this important conversation about complementarity, dignity, and what’s at stake when we ignore the God-given roles in the family.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
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The Devil Admitted This About the Mother of Mercy…
Send us a textWhat does the devil know about Mary… that we don’t?In this powerful reflection, we explore a chilling moment from an exorcism recorded by St. Alphonsus Liguori. When a priest asked the demon, “What is Mary doing?” the response was shocking: “She is descending and ascending.” What does that mean? And what does it reveal about her role as the Mother of Mercy?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
A Catholic Podcast from Ken and Janelle Yasinski about intentional Catholic living. Explore topics like marriage, parenting, sacraments, Marian devotions and cultural issues. Enhance your faith with daily reflections during Advent and Lent. Together let’s live the Catholic life. www.kenandjanelle.com
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