.Episode 7 – Embracing Silence & Deepening Prayer with Noah Banasiewicz, In this deeply refreshing conversation, Elise sits down with Noah Banasiewicz, a Jesuit scholastic, storyteller, and spiritual communicator on a journey of prayer, silence, and authenticity. Noah currently serves as a Midwest Province Jesuit and is pursuing a master’s in Public Media at Fordham University. Educated at Loyola University Chicago, he’s written widely, on The Jesuit Post and in America Magazine, offering reflections on faith, vulnerability, and serving others americamagazine.orgStriking a chord with many of us, Noah shares how silence isn’t about endurance, it’s a sacred space to let prayer breathe. He challenges the pressure we can feel to pray “right” or feel guilty for not praying enough. Instead, he encourages us to lean into silence not as a strict practice, but as a gentle way to deepen our connection with God. It’s an invitation to see prayer not as a checklist, but as a tool, a loving companion in every moment .Whether you’re curious about contemplative prayer or just seeking an honest look at spiritual life, this episode offers grace, perspective, and practical encouragement. Tune in to hear how a Jesuit voice calls listeners to live faith with authenticity—no filters, just faith.