Faith Break: Finding God Moments In Your Every Day

Episode 2.14.26 Seasons of Marriage. In honor of Valentine’s Day, Karen and Anne welcome back our husbands Jeremy and Brian to reflect on the many seasons in marriage. We’ve been through the ups and downs over the years and are looking forward to the seasons that lie ahead. What seasons have we experienced in our marriages? What seasons are we looking forward to?

Episode 2.13 -- 2.08.26. Season of Welcoming. How have you experienced a welcoming community here? How can we better welcome others in the future? Scripture passages:Romans 12:4-5. “For as in one body we have many parts, and all the parts do not have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and belong to each other.” Romans 15:7. “Welcome one another, then, as Christ welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Matthew 25:35-36. “For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.” Hebrews 13:2. “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.” Acts 2:42-47. “They devoted themselves to the teaching of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of the bread and to the prayers. Awe came upon everyone, and many wonders and signs were done through the apostles. All who believed were together and had all things in common; they would sell their property and possessions and divide them among all according to each one’s need. Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple area and to breaking bread in their homes. They ate their meals with exultation and sincerity of heart, praising God and enjoying favor with all the people. And every day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved.”

Episode 2.12 -- 2.01.26. Season of Our Second Act. Is retirement even a thing? How do we dream and plan for our second act in life? What's it like to stop working the way we always have and find new ways to share our gifts? Scripture passages: Psalm 92:14-15. “Planted in the house of the Lord, they shall flourish in the courts of our God. They shall bear fruit even in old age, they will stay fresh and green.” 2 Timothey 4:7. “I have competed well (fought the good fight). I have finished the race. I have kept the faith.” Jeremiah 29:11. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for woe, to give you a future of hope.” Philippians 1:6. “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.”

Episode 2.11 -- 1.25.26. Season of Joy, Part Two. In a very special episode, our parish teens who attended the National Catholic Youth Conference share their God moments from the pilgrimage. As Pope Leo said, they are not just the Church of the future, they are the Church right now!

Episode 2.10 -- 1.18.26. Season of Sowing Seeds. As we embark on 2026, Karen and Anne reflect on what new things we are hoping to grow in our lives this year. How can we nourish the seedlings God is calling us to care for and make choices that help us grow into the people God created us to be? Scripture references: Matthew 13:1-23 1 Corinthians 3:6-7 John 12:24

Episode 2.9 -- 1.11.26. Season of Mission: Today is the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. This week, Karen and Anne reflect on how Jesus’ Baptism gave him a sense of conviction about his mission and on how the Sacramental life of the Church supports us in following God’s call for our lives. Scripture references: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 Acts 10:34-38 Matthew 3:13-17 Luke 4:16-30

Episode 2.8 -- 1.4.26. Season of Epiphany: Today is the Feast of the Epiphany. This week, Karen and Anne celebrate how the story of the Magi reveals that God is for everyone, that our Church is a global family, and that the Holy Spirit draws us beyond the borders of our comfort zones. Scripture references: Psalm 72 Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6 Matthew 2:1-12

Episode 2.7 -- 12.28.25. Season of Family: Today is the Feast of the Holy Family. This week, Karen and Anne reflect on the consolations and desolations of their vocation as spouses and parents and how God’s grace is present in all the ups and downs of family life. Scripture references: Colossians 3:12-17 Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23

Episode 2.6 -- 12.21.25. Season of Dreams: Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Are visions of sugarplums dancing in your head? As Advent draws to a close, Karen and Anne reflect on our dreams for a Christmas full of peace and the loving presence of family and friends. And as 2025 draws to a close, we ponder into what deeper dreams God is calling us to in the year ahead. Scripture references: Matthew 1:18-24 Numbers 12:6 Joe 3:1

Episode 2.5 -- 12.14.25. Season of Joy: Karen and Anne celebrate Gaudete Sunday, when we light the pink Advent candle, by sharing the many JOYFUL God moments our teens recently experienced on our pilgrimage to the National Catholic Youth Conference. The exuberant faith of our young church is contagious! Scripture references: Exodus 3 (especially Ex. 3:7-8) 2 Timothy 1:6-7 Quote from St. Joan of Arc: “I am not afraid. I was born to do this.”

Season of Expectation: Advent is a time of waiting in joyful hope for the coming of Jesus into our world. This week, as we celebrate Mary’s Immaculate Conception, Karen and Anne reflect on Mary’s story as a model of expectant faith, responsiveness to God, and courage in answering God’s call for her life. Scripture references: Luke 1 Luke 2

It’s Thanksgiving weekend and also the first Sunday in Advent! In this week’s episode, Karen and Anne reflect on all the things we are grateful for in our lives right now and get ready to head into the crazy month of December in a spirit of thankfulness, peace, and appreciation of the gift of each present moment. Scripture references: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 2 Corinthians 9:11-12 Psalm 9:1 Psalm 107:9

In the month of November, the Church remembers our loved ones who have gone before us in faith and who are still connected to us in the Communion of Saints. This week, Karen and Anne reflect on personal losses and how the rituals of faith and community help us move through grief to gratitude. Scripture references: Hebrews 12:1 Psalm 34:19 Matthew 5:4 Romans 12:15 Revelation 21.4

This season on Faith Break, Karen and Anne will be exploring all the different seasons of life: the many ages and stages, the flow of the liturgical year, and the ups and downs of living faith in a blessed and broken world. This week we ask, when you look back at the season you’re living through today, what do you want to remember? Scripture references: · Philippians 4:6 · Matthew 14:22-33 (Peter walks on water) · John 12:1-11 (Anointing at Bethany)

Episode 28 – 6.8.25: Pentecost The Holy Spirit has been so active in our faith community this year! Before we take a summer hiatus from the podcast, Karen and Anne celebrate the birthday of the Church by naming the graces of this year and looking forward to some peaceful time with God thissummer. Scripture References: Acts 2:1-11 Psalm 104 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13 John 14:15-16, 23b-26

Episode 27 – 6.1.25: Call Stories It’s Baccalaureate weekend, and in honor of our graduating seniors, Karen and Anne reflect on God’s call for all of us to share our gifts with the world. Our youth ministry intern Sarah joins us as she prepares to take the next step toward God’s call for her. Scripture References: Call of Moses. Exodus 3:1-22 Call of Samuel. 1 Samuel 3:1-18Call of Jeremiah. Jeremiah 1:4-10 Call of the first disciples. Matthew 4:18-22 Call of Paul. Acts of the Apostles 9:1-19.

We are part of a BIG Church, made up of all the believers on earth and in heaven. This week, Karen and Anne, along with our friend Don, geek out about all our favorite saints and how much we love being a part of this eternal family in faith. Scripture References: Hebrews 12:1 Romans 12:4-13 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 1 John 1:3

Our favorite Church nerd Don Smith is back to talk with Karen and Anne about the spiritual significance of pilgrimages within our life-long journeys of faith. God does great things when we move out of our comfort zones and trust Him to guide our steps alongthe road. Scripture References: Psalms 120-134 Genesis 12:1 Exodus 13:21 Luke 2:41-52

Catholics Love Mom! Special Mother’s Day Reflection on Mary. This week, in honor of all who mother, Karen and Anne celebrate Mary’s fierce faith, courageous choices, and beautiful relationship with Jesus. Scripture References: Luke 1-2 John 2 John 19:25-30

Episode 23 – 5.4.25: Celebrating Our Youth: Sacraments Edition. Kids and teens at church say the darndest things! In honor of our young people making their first Holy Communion and Confirmation this week, Karen and Anne share their favorite conversations and moments with our youth. Scripture References: 1 Timothy 4:12 Jeremiah 1:4-10