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Renzo and Monica share stories, advice, and encouragement for everyday Catholics navigating the human side of a faith-filled marriage. They both bring a voice of joyful solidarity from their experience living in the trenches with a growing family. Their honesty and wisdom offer hope to couples who want to find confidence in their vocation to marriage through a candid and faithful discussion.
Renzo and Monica Ortega are Catholic ministry leaders, podcast hosts, authors, and national speakers. There latest title, Lovemaking: How to Talk about Sex with Your Spouse was published through Ave Maria Press. They host the popular marriage podcast Two Become Family and speak nationally for the St. John Paul II Foundation’s Together in Holiness conference series.
Their testimonies of faith, marriage, and parenting have been featured by the National Catholic Register, the Knights of Columbus, and Augustine Institute. They are coauthors of the children’s devotional Go to Joseph for Children, and Renzo is also the author of the men’s devotional Go to Joseph: 10 Day Preparation for Consecration to St. Joseph.
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Send us a text We thought we were done with Lovemaking, but this week was tough! In today's episode we also give you some practical ways our marital intimacy can get stronger in our season of parenthood. For more on this topic: Order LOVEMAKING! we're so happy you're here with us, let's jump in! Read and Subscribe to our Substack: https://twobecomefamily.substack.com/ Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pra...
Send us a text In our last episode of the Lovemaking series we talk about the connection between marriage, sex, and the Eucharist. We also give you some practical ways our marital intimacy can reframe our relationship with Jesus. For more on this topic: PRE-ORDER LOVEMAKING! we're so happy you're here with us, let's jump in! Read and Subscribe to our Substack: https://twobecomefamily.substack.com/ Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We...
Send us a text In today's episode we talk about how sexual wounds can hurt your intimacy in marriage and what freedom and healing looked like in our marriage. For more on this topic: PRE-ORDER LOVEMAKING! we're so happy you're here with us, let's jump in! By Dr. Breuninger - Finding Freedom in Christ: Healing Life’s Hurts The Eucharist as a Source of Healing for Anxiety and Depression Read and Subscribe to our Substack: https://twobecomefamily.substack.com/ Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON1...
Send us a text We had to re-record this episode cause of technical issues, but we think it's better than our first attempt. Here it is: why your mental load may be ruining your marital intimacy. Let's jump in! PRE-ORDER LOVEMAKING! For 30 friends! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Read and Subscribe to our Substack: We Loved Making Lovemaking https://twobecomefamily.substack.com/ Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all f...
Send us a text In today's episode, we discuss 5 reasons the world needed another Catholic sex book. We rambled a bit in the beginning, some of Renzo's jokes were bad, but we're still so happy you're here with us! Let's jump in! PRE-ORDER LOVEMAKING! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Read and Subscribe to our Substack: We Loved Making Lovemaking https://twobecomefamily.substack.com/ Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for yo...
Send us a text We wrote a book and it's coming next month! In this episode we talk about how we got here and what we hope this book will do for marriages! Let's jump in! Read and Subscribe to our Substack: We Loved Making Lovemaking https://twobecomefamily.substack.com/ PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is ...
Send us a text Today we rewind to a very important subject: Boundaries. We're so happy you're here with us. Let's jump in! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK FROM AVE MARIA PRESS! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some wa...
Send us a text In today's episode we banter and reflect on Advent! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK FROM AVE MARIA PRESS! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support our show: Support us on Patreon...
Send us a text In today's episode we talk about what, in our experience, is the one thing all husbands are looking for. Spoiler alert, its more than sex. We're so happy you're here with us, let's jump in! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK FROM AVE MARIA PRESS! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your fa...
Send us a text In today's episode we throw it back to one of our most popular shows! What do you think about our take on date nights? Let's jump in! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK FROM AVE MARIA PRESS! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we'...
Send us a text In today’s episode, we tackle your questions! No topic was off limits and we did our best to answer as many as we could! Let’s jump in! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK FROM AVE MARIA PRESS! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what w...
Send us a text Today's episode is part 2 of our take on one of the recent Pints With Aquinas episode featuring Mike Pantile and his take on Mutual Submission. We take a look at more Papal writings on Ephesians 5 and unpack the implications of scripture translation and theology of the body, Let’s jump in! The episode we reference: Red Pill to Catholic: Embracing True Patriarchy PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK FROM AVE MARIA PRESS! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables...
Send us a text In today’s episode, we give our take on one of the recent Pints With Aquinas episode featuring Mike Pantile and his take on Mutual Submission. We take a look at some Papal writings on Ephesians 5 and we try to add some nuance to the conversation. Let’s jump in! The episode we reference: Red Pill to Catholic: Embracing True Patriarchy PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK FROM AVE MARIA PRESS! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.c...
Send us a text In today's video, we unpack some of the themes from our the most recent presentation we gave at the Diocese of Venice, Florida. It was such a joy to speak to married couples about how our love can spread the Gospel, and we thought it would be fun to elaborate some more on the themes from our talk. Let's jump in! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK! PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK FROM AVE MARIA PRESS! John Paul II Foundation Together in Holiness Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/T...
Send us a text Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support our show: Support us on Patreon! Our Books Go To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. Joseph Go To Joseph For Children FREE RESOURCES Fertility Awar...
Send us a text In today's episode, we talk about play, Dr. Stuart Brown's research on play, and the importance of recognizing your spouses play personality. Let's jump in! https://nifplay.org/ https://nifplay.org/what-is-play/play-personalities/ Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are ...
Send us a text In today's episode, we talk about stress and how it can really make marriage hard. We reflect on a recent article from the Gottman Institute and share some real life examples from our own experiences. Let's jump in! https://www.gottman.com/blog/how-stress-can-cause-relationship-dissatisfaction/ Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and ...
Send us a text In today's episode, we talk about the challenges implementing NPF and TTA can have on the romantic side of marriage. We reflect on how we started to reframe what we saw as burdens and how leaning in and keeping things romantic doesn't always have to revolve around sex. Let's jump in! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it...
Send us a text In today’s episode, we rewind and revisit Renzo’s time as a stay-at-home-dad. We often reference how this season of our marriage allowed for the healing we needed. Let’s jump in! THINGS WE MENTIONED What Being a Stay-At-Home-Dad Has Taught Me About Being A Husband Passivity and Relationships (a talk by Michael Gormley) Fr Mike Schmitz Homily on Pier Giorgio Frassati and Passivity Jason Evert on St. Joseph Our NC Register Article Magic Coffee Table Video Our Codes! Mentionab...
Send us a text In today's episode we bring you the antidotes for, what the Gottman institute has called, "The Four Horseman of the Apocalypse". Last week was the red flags and this week it's the green flags! Let's jump in! Our Codes! Mentionables: https://www.shopmentionables.com/TWOBECOME Inito: Inito.com CODE: MON15 SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATE Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way f...
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