Conversations with Jackie and Bobby
By Jackie & Bobby Angel
Conversations with Jackie and BobbyApr 23, 2024
37. Dr. Bryan Violette: Catholic Psychology and Connecting with Culture
Bobby talks with Dr. Bryan Violette about his faith story, psychology and culture, and his new endeavor of hosting "the Catholic Sinner Show." While studying moral theology at Holy Apostles College and Seminary in Cromwell, CT, Dr. Violette volunteered in local impoverished areas and learned firsthand how devastating mental illness can be to family life. This impassioned him to attend to the growing need for professional mental health care from a Catholic standpoint and to pursue advanced studies in clinical psychology at the Institute for the Psychological Sciences at Divine Mercy University. Dr. Violette began working at the CatholicPsych Institute(https://catholicpsych.com/) in 2015. He now works as the Chief of Staff. He contributed to the development of a new model for providing direct services: Integrated Daily Dialogic Mentorship (IDDM). Given the success of the model, it was only natural to begin training others. Thus, Dr. Violette contributed to the development of the CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism program, in which he currently maintains the role of both Training Director and Dean of Students. Dr. Violette is also the creator of the “Catholic Sinner Show”(https://www.youtube.com/@CathSinnerShow) which provides a welcoming space for individuals from different walks of life to engage in conversation from a variety of faith, political and cultural perspectives. Spotify: Catholic Sinner Show -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
36. "Trying to Be Normal" ~ Clip from the Katie McGrady Show
Jackie and Bobby talk with their friend Katie McGrady about parenting, trying to be normal, and psychology from this clip of their longer conversation on "The Katie McGrady Show."
Katie Prejean McGrady is a wife, mom, award-winning author, international speaker, podcaster & daily radio show host.
For full episodes, of her show, check out: https://www.katieprejeanmcgrady.com/thekatiemcgradyshow -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
35. Jonathan Conrad (The Catholic Woodworker): Rosaries + Real Talk
Bobby talks with Jonathan Conrad (The Catholic Woodworker) about how he began his ministry, the art of woodworking and witness of his parents' devotion, and how psychology helped him grow in his human formation. Jonathan Conrad began "The Catholic Woodworker" as a platform to evangelize the rosary which has grown into a business that has blessed many around the world with beautifully designed rosaries and other gifts. Jonathan married his high-school sweetheart, Carey and they’ve been blessed with three boys. Check out the links mentioned in this episode: catholicwoodworker.com soulsandhearts.com - (internal family systems and more led by Dr. Peter Malinowski) catholicpsych.com -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
34. Sr. Tracey Dugas, Part 2: Practicals of Discernment
Jackie talks with Sr. Tracey Dugas in this "Part 2" of the conversation about the practicals of discernment and trying to do the will of God, whatever one is being called to in life. --- Sr. Tracey Matthia Dugas is a Media Nun. She belongs to the Daughters of St. Paul, an international community of women religious who preach the Gospel through all forms of media. She is originally from Loreauville, Louisiana and earned a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, LA. She is currently stationed in Boston, MA where she serves as Director of Pauline Mission Advancement. Sr. Tracey’s creative outlet is 'hand lettering.' You can follow her artwork on Instagram: @Sistah_Tee_Letters and @daughterstpaul. Check out Jackie & Bobby's book Forever: A Catholic Devotional for Your Marriage! https://a.co/d/iQmBsbo Connect with the Sisters and their mission: www.pauline.org www.daughtersofstpaul.com Social Media: Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishing Instagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMedia YouTube.com/daughterstpaul Podcast: https://connect.pauline.org/daretodwell/
33. Sr. Tracey Dugas, Part 1: Hearing God's Call
Bobby talks with longtime friend Sr. Tracey Dugas about how she felt God calling her to be a nun and the journey of her vocation.
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Sr. Tracey Matthia Dugas is a Media Nun. She belongs to the Daughters of St. Paul, an international community of women religious who preach the Gospel through all forms of media. She is originally from Loreauville, Louisiana and earned a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, LA. She is currently stationed in Boston, MA where she serves as Director of Pauline Mission Advancement. Sr. Tracey’s creative outlet is 'hand lettering.' You can follow her artwork on Instagram: @Sistah_Tee_Letters and @daughterstpaul.
Check out Jackie & Bobby's book Forever: A Catholic Devotional for Your Marriage!
Connect with the Sisters and their mission:
Social Media:
Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishing
Instagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMedia
Podcast:
https://connect.pauline.org/daretodwell/
32. Manny Gonzalez: Being Beloved & Ministering to Those with LGBT+ Experiences
Jackie talks with friend Manny Gonzalez ( @callmemannyyy ) about his testimony, his experience of same-sex attraction and journey to Christ, and his apostolate for Catholic students who experience same-sex attraction and/or gender dysphoria at the Franciscan University of Steubenville.
Check out Manny's articles and ministry links:
https://whatabeautifulcross.wixsite.com/
https://linktr.ee/callmemannyyy -- Check out Jackie's new "Memorize Scripture podcast!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/memorize-scripture/id1724578640 -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
31. 2023 Wrap-Up! 🎄
We talk about our ministry and travel highlights from 2023, the arrival of Baby Benny, and pulling off a surprise birthday party for Jackie.
We'll be taking off for the Christmas season but are looking forward to bringing you NEW episodes and conversations in 2024! God bless you and Merry Christmas! -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
30. Taylor O'Brien: Catholic Speed-Dating + Matchmaking
Jackie talks with Taylor O'Brien, CEO and co-founder of Candid, a new way for single Catholics to date (https://www.candiddating.net/)
From her bio: "What started out as a journey to make friends with young Catholic women, quickly became a fun challenge of matching these incredible ladies with Catholic men in pursuit of the same goal: intentional relationship.
My heart has always been with single Catholics, and I believe, with the virtue our Faith teaches us, we have all the tools to be the most thriving dating community of all! So, set aside the swiping, Instagram creeping (you know you do it), and endless messaging.
Join us in intentional conversations to get to know other Catholics like you with no pressure or awkward lagging. Candid is the new way Catholic singles date."
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29. Book Launch Party! w/ Jonathan Blevins, Katie Ruvalcaba, Sarah Swafford, & Claire Couche
A medley episode of fun conversations around the book launch of "Gaming and the Heroic Life!" Bobby's new book "Gaming and the Heroic Life" NOW on Amazon! or from the Ave Maria Press store (Promo code: ANGEL20 for 20% off!) ALSO, if you join our Patreon at any paid tier between now and the end of November (2023), we'll mail you a personalized copy of the book once they arrive! -- Jonathan Blevins: https://www.beardedblevins.com/ + "Is This for Kids?" podcast Kati Ruvalcabas' nonprofit: https://www.goodeggfund.org/ Sarah Swafford: https://theswaffords.com/ Claire Couche: https://findingphilothea.com/ -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
28. Q&A with Claire Couche (Finding Philothea)
Jackie talks with friend Claire Couche on submitted questions regarding dating, infertility, marriage and parenthood, and more!
Claire Couche, the Catholic content creator behind Finding Philothea, offers etiquette, literature, and lifestyle insights to inspire a life of beauty and grace. Find her on Instagram or at https://findingphilothea.com/ --- You can preorder Bobby's new book "Gaming and the Heroic Life" NOW on Amazon or from the Ave Maria Press store (Promo code: ANGEL20 for 20% off!) ALSO, if you join our Patreon at any tier between now (Sept. 2023) through November (2023), we'll mail you a personalized copy of the book once they arrive! See our Patreon link below. -- The episode was sponsored by the Augustine Institute, which exists to help Catholics understand, live, and share their faith. Through initiatives like Amen, FORMED, the Graduate School of Theology, Word of Life, and others, the Augustine Institute forms Catholics for the New Evangelization to renew the Church and transform the world for Christ. The always-free prayer app, Amen, leads Catholics to deeper prayer with guided meditations, sleep stories, and more. The Graduate School of Theology equips thousands of students—including Sr. Miriam James Heidland, Leah Darrow, and other alumni—to know and live their faith. Millions of Catholics worldwide benefit from FORMED, the premier streaming service for Catholic movies, children’s programming, audio dramas, and books. Word of Life makes catechesis fresh and exciting, so kids can grow up with a faith they’ll keep for life. God calls you to understand, live, and share your faith. See how the Augustine Institute can support you in the New Evangelization: https://www.augustineinstitute.org/ -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
27. Lillian Fallon: Fashion, Faith, and the "Theology of Style"
Jackie talks with author Lillian Fallon about her journey of faith, her love of fashion, and her new book Theology of Style with Ascension Press.
Lillian Fallon is a Catholic writer with a passion for helping women express their unrepeatability through personal style. She recently released Theology of Style: Expressing The Unique and Unrepeatable You through Ascension. Growing up, she dreamed of working in the fashion industry but believed her Catholic Faith could not coexist with her love for clothing. After studying St. John Paul II’s Theology of The Body at Ave Maria University, Lillian’s enchantment with fashion transformed into a lifelong mission to help women understand their true identity, made in the image of God. Informed by John Paul II’s teachings, she went on to work as a style editor in New York City before ultimately landing at the Catholic fashion label Litany NYC. Lillian currently resides in Pennsylvania with her orange tabby cat, Tito.
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This episode was sponsored by Word of Life, a religious education curriculum created in partnership by the Augustine Institute and Ignatius Press to help Catholic schools and parishes meet the challenges and opportunities of proclaiming the Gospel.
Word of Life uses four key themes to awaken an authentic Catholic identity and demonstrate how the truths of the faith speak to the human heart. Through activities, videos, and other digital resources, students and parents can interact with faith formation materials in the classroom and at home.
The Word of Life curriculum explores who we are as human persons, what our purpose in life is, why the faith is relevant in our modern culture, and how to live a truly integrated life of virtue through the grace offered by the Church.
Word of Life is proud to serve over 50,000 students in more than 700 schools and religious education programs across the United States. Learn more about Word of Life and how to bring it to your parish or school by visiting wordoflifeseries.org.
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26. Bobby's New Book ~ "Gaming and the Heroic Life"
We talk about Bobby's newest book: "Gaming and the Heroic Life"! Coming out this November with Ave Maria Press, the book explores our draw to video games, what they have to do with God and beauty and purpose, and how to live virtuously online and in the real world. This is a great read for anyone who enjoys video games, as well as for parents and educators interested in understanding, appreciating, and evangelizing video game culture.
You can preorder it NOW on Amazon!
or from the Ave Maria Press store. (Promo code: ANGEL20 for 20% off!)
ALSO, if you join our Patreon at any tier between now (Sept. 2023) through November (2023), we'll mail you a personalized copy of the book once they arrive! --
The episode was sponsored by the Augustine Institute, which exists to help Catholics understand, live, and share their faith. Through initiatives like Amen, FORMED, the Graduate School of Theology, Word of Life, and others, the Augustine Institute forms Catholics for the New Evangelization to renew the Church and transform the world for Christ.
The always-free prayer app, Amen, leads Catholics to deeper prayer with guided meditations, sleep stories, and more. The Graduate School of Theology equips thousands of students—including Sr. Miriam James Heidland, Leah Darrow, and other alumni—to know and live their faith. Millions of Catholics worldwide benefit from FORMED, the premier streaming service for Catholic movies, children’s programming, audio dramas, and books. Word of Life makes catechesis fresh and exciting, so kids can grow up with a faith they’ll keep for life. God calls you to understand, live, and share your faith.
See how the Augustine Institute can support you in the New Evangelization: https://www.augustineinstitute.org/ -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
25. Andrew Laubacher, Part 2: Health, Death, and Technology
Bobby talks with friend and worship leader Andrew Laubacher about health and wellness ("grace building on nature"), embracing your death, and his new work helping young people use technology well.
After a radical conversation back to his Catholic faith, Andrew Laubacher went to Franciscan University and got his degree in Theology. He has worked in campus ministry, led worship around the world, and is now the Executive Director for Humanality and is starting his own holistic health coaching.
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This episode was sponsored by Word of Life, a religious education curriculum created in partnership by the Augustine Institute and Ignatius Press to help Catholic schools and parishes meet the challenges and opportunities of proclaiming the Gospel.
Word of Life uses four key themes to awaken an authentic Catholic identity and demonstrate how the truths of the faith speak to the human heart. Through activities, videos, and other digital resources, students and parents can interact with faith formation materials in the classroom and at home.
The Word of Life curriculum explores who we are as human persons, what our purpose in life is, why the faith is relevant in our modern culture, and how to live a truly integrated life of virtue through the grace offered by the Church.
Word of Life is proud to serve over 50,000 students in more than 700 schools and religious education programs across the United States. Learn more about Word of Life and how to bring it to your parish or school by visiting wordoflifeseries.org.
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24. Andrew Laubacher, Part 1: Healing & Life in the Holy Spirit
On this ONE YEAR anniversary of the launch of the podcast, Jackie talks with friend and fellow worship leader Andrew Laubacher about his testimony, understanding the gifts of healing, and living an abundant life in the Holy Spirit.
After a radical conversation back to his Catholic faith, Andrew Laubacher went to Franciscan University and got his degree in Theology. He has worked in campus ministry, led worship around the world, and is now the Executive Director for Humanality and is starting his own holistic health coaching company called Illumined Wellness.
-- This episode was sponsored by The Daily Rosary Meditations Podcast.
Daily Rosary Meditations teaches you how to meditate and establish a daily habit of prayer while discovering the truths of the Catholic Faith.
If you're having a hard time praying and want a change of habit, join Dr. Mike Scherschligt as he tackles everyday living with God, what the scripture says, meditation, and a Rosary! It's perfect for your daily commute or morning coffee listening.
To follow, search for “daily rosary” in Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere else podcasts are found.
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23. Baby Benedict, Steubenville, and "A Hidden Life"
We chat together about our the arrival of Baby Benedict and Jackie's Steubenville youth conference this summer (and Bobby's 20th anniversary of his first conference). We also share about the witness of Bl. Franz Jägerstätter, an Austrian farmer who the Nazi's executed for refusing to swear to take the oath to Hitler, whose life was made into the stirring 2019 movie "A Hidden Life" directed by Terrence Malick. Here's (almost everything) we reference in this episode: - Franz Jägerstätter: Letters and Writings from Prison - "A Hidden Life" (2019) directed by Terrence Malick - Steubenville Youth Conferences -Flourish Birth & Wellness Center -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
22. Matt Warner: Why Effective Communication Matters
Bobby talks with friend Matt Warner about why effective communication matters, his work at Flocknote that helps with Church communication, and his new book "Why They Follow: Lessons in Church Communication from That One Lost Sheep."
Matt Warner is the founder of Flocknote, an all-in-one software solution helping over ten thousand churches and dioceses better connect with their flocks. He has spent the last twenty years on pastoral councils, leading ministries, traveling all over the country speaking to thousands of church leaders, podcasting, blogging, writing books, and creating innovative media projects that have engaged countless people. He, his wife, and their six children hang their hats in Texas.
-- This episode is sponsored by CatholicVote's "The Loop": GOT LOOP? A go-to daily news source is CatholicVote’s the LOOP, your one-stop shop for the headlines that matter to you from sources you can trust. The best part? It’s all FREE. So sign up today at gettheloop.com -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
21. Kim Zember & MJ Nixon, Part 2: Rainbow Revival, Re-humanizing Others, and the Freedom March
In this second part of their conversation, Jackie talks with friends Kim Zember and MJ Nixon about grace and chastity, the work of re-humanizing others (especially those who disagree with others), and the work of the Freedom March movement. Kim's ministry page: https://overcomemin.com/ Info on the Rainbow Revival & Freedom March: https://rainbowrevival.org/ -- This episode is sponsored by CatholicVote's "The Loop": GOT LOOP? A go-to daily news source is CatholicVote’s the LOOP, your one-stop shop for the headlines that matter to you from sources you can trust. The best part? It’s all FREE. So sign up today at gettheloop.com -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
20. Kim Zember & MJ Nixon, Part 1: Out of the LGBT Lifestyle, Into a Life in Christ
Jackie talks with friends Kim Zember and MJ Nixon, as they share their testimonies of leaving behind the LGBT lifestyle and encountering the heart of God the Father. Stay tuned for "Part 2"!
Kim's ministry page: https://overcomemin.com/
Info on the Rainbow Revival & Freedom March: https://rainbowrevival.org/ --
This episode is sponsored by CatholicVote's "The Loop": GOT LOOP? A go-to daily news source is CatholicVote’s the LOOP, your one-stop shop for the headlines that matter to you from sources you can trust. The best part? It’s all FREE.
So sign up today at gettheloop.com
-- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
19. May Updates, What We're Reading, and Lust vs. Desire
We chat together about our ministry travels this past semester, discuss what we've been reading lately, and weigh in on the lust vs. authentic desire debate.
Here are links to (almost everything) we reference in this episode:
- Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing by Jay Stringer
- Be Healed by Bob Schucts and his podcast with Dr. Jake Khym, "Restore the Glory"
- The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
- the Conversation between Matt Fradd and Dennis Praeger
We'll be recording a new batch of episodes (and preparing for our next baby!) in the weeks ahead, so thank you in advance for your patience! Got some great guests and conversations on the horizon!
-- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
18. Sabrina Ferrisi & the Story of Bl. Carlo Acutis
Sabrina Ferrisi is a wife and mother, journalist and author, who wrote a book on the life of Blessed Carlo Acutis. Jackie and Bobby chat with Sabrina about her work and the research she did on the life of Bl. Carlo, and how the story of this millennial saint-to-be is inspiring people around the world!
Check out the book here: Blessed Carlo Acutis: The Amazing Discovery of a Teenager in Heaven
And here is the website that Bl. Carlo created to showcase Eucharistic miracles around the world!
-- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
17. Bonnie Engstrom & the Miracle of Fulton Sheen
Jackie talks with author, wife, and mother Bonnie Engstrom about her story and her book "61 Minutes to a Miracle: Fulton Sheen and a True Story of the Impossible."
Bonnie shares the story of my son James’ stillbirth and how, through the intercession of Venerable Fulton Sheen and for the glory of God, he came back to life after being without a pulse for 61 minutes. James' recovery is an approved miracle being submitted to the Vatican for Fulton Sheen’s beatification.
Connect with Bonnie at: https://www.bonnieengstrom.net/
Her book "61 Minutes to a Miracle" is available here! -- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby
16. Conor Donahue, Part 2: Five Lessons from Hell Week
In Part 2 of their conversation, Bobby talks with his friend Conor Donahue about the mental, physical, and spiritual lessons he learned from "Hell Week" and his training as a Navy Seal.
Conor grew up in Northern Virginia and was commissioned as an Officer in the US Navy, completed Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, and became a Navy SEAL. Conor served in the SEAL Teams for nine years with multiple combat deployments in the Middle East and Africa.
After leaving active duty, he earned an MBA from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business and has worked several jobs in the private sector. Conor is an Eagle Scout, an Ironman, and lives in the DFW area with his wife and kids.
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15. Conor Donahue, Part 1: Navy Seal Training + Facing Our Trials
Bobby talks with his friend Conor Donahue about the rigors of his training as a Navy Seal and embracing physical trials can help us in facing the psychological and spiritual battles we all face.
Conor grew up in Northern Virginia and was commissioned as an Officer in the US Navy, completed Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, and became a Navy SEAL. Conor served in the SEAL Teams for nine years with multiple combat deployments in the Middle East and Africa.
After leaving active duty, he earned an MBA from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business and has worked several jobs in the private sector. Conor is an Eagle Scout, an Ironman, and lives in the DFW area with his wife and kids.
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14. Lauren Scharmer: Mental Health + Helping Our Priests
Jackie talks with her friend Lauren Scharmer about her work in counseling, addiction treatment, and ministry to priests.
Lauren Scharmer practices as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Sexual Addiction Treatment Provider. She has called Saint Louis home for the last 8.5 years and loves spending time with family and friends, reading, and enjoying coffee or a margarita depending on the time of day. Journeying with others - both as a friend and a clinician - towards wholeness and healing has been one of the great privileges of her life.
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13. Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa, Part 2: Spanglish & Outreach to Young People
In this "Part 2" of the conversation, Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa and Bobby talk about Spanglish, youth ministry, and bridging the Spanish/English divide at parishes.
Fr. Jerónimo is a Colombian priest from the city of Bogota. He is in love with Jesus Christ and His Church, and has decided to dedicate his life to serve its people. Before entering the seminary, he studied animal sciences. But after being ordained and getting a master’s degree in youth ministry at the University of Dallas, he’s been called to work and accompany young people in Colombia for their healing and wholeness.
Check out his Instagram page here: https://www.instagram.com/father.jero/?hl=en
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12. Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa, Part 1: a Journey to the Priesthood
Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa shares his testimony and journey to the priesthood in this "Part 1" of his conversation with Jackie!
Fr. Jerónimo is a Colombian priest from the city of Bogota. He is in love with Jesus Christ and His Church, and has decided to dedicate his life to serve its people. Before entering the seminary, he studied animal sciences. But after being ordained and getting a master’s degree in youth ministry at the University of Dallas, he’s been called to work and accompany young people in Colombia for their healing and wholeness.
Check out his Instagram page here: https://www.instagram.com/father.jero/?hl=en
-- Thanks for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/
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11. Ten Years of Marian Consecration
Jackie and Bobby share a December update and reflect on their ten-year anniversary of renewing the Consecration to Mary. What is this Consecration and why does it matter? Check out this episode to find out!
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Link to the Ascension Presents video Jackie & Bobby did on the Marian Consecration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kgKbNfCPx0
The thirty-three day consecration to Mary was first promulgated by St. Louis de Montfort. A simpler, more modern version is available, called 33 Days to Morning Glory by Fr. Michael Gaitley MIC.
Link to a great catch-all resource for anyone interested in pursuing the Consecration to Mary: https://blessedisshe.net/blog/marian-consecration/
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10. Sister Josephine Garrett, Part 2: Mental Health, Child Development, and Social Media
Sr. Josephine Garrett shares insight into mental health, teaching proper child sexuality and development topics, and using social media well in this "Part 2" of her conversation with Jackie & Bobby!
Sr. Josephine is a licensed counselor, serving as the school counselor for the cathedral grade school in Tyler, TX, and also in private practice. Sister has also served in vocations ministry and as a national speaker for youth and young adults, speaking to groups of up to 25,000. Check out the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth here: https://nazarethcsfn.org/
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9. Sr. Josephine Garrett, Part 1: from Baptist Banker to Catholic Nun!
Sr. Josephine Garrett shares her testimony of converting to become a Catholic (and eventually a nun!) after being raised a Baptist and serving as the Vice President in the Home Loans division of Bank of America. Sr. Josephine also shares some insight into her work as a counselor in this "Part 1" of her conversation with Jackie & Bobby!
Sr. Josephine is a licensed counselor, serving as the school counselor for the cathedral grade school in Tyler, TX, and also in private practice. Sister has also served in vocations ministry and as a national speaker for youth and young adults, speaking to groups of up to 25,000.
Check out the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth here: https://nazarethcsfn.org/
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8. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford, Part 2: Friendships, Drunkenness, and Ju Jitsu
In Part 2 of this conversation, Jackie & Bobby talk with their good friends Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford about the importance of finding and fostering friendships, navigating the temptation to drunkenness (especially for college students), and Brazilian Ju Jitsu.
Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford are sought-after speakers and authors, and are a dynamic Catholic duo. Dr. Andrew Swafford is an associate professor of theology at Benedictine College. He is a host and author of several Ascension Press' Bible study series and also an editor and contributor to Ascension’s "Great Adventure Catholic Bible." Sarah Swafford is a national speaker and author of "Emotional Virtue: A Guide to Drama-Free Relationships." They live in Atchison, KS with their five children.
Check out more from Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford at: https://theswaffords.com/
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7. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford, Part 1: Testimonies & Ministry at Benedictine College
In Part 1 of this conversation, Jackie & Bobby talk with their good friends Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford about how they came deeper into their faith, their work at Benedictine College, and how the school became so passionately Catholic.
Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford are sought-after speakers and authors, and are a dynamic Catholic duo. Dr. Andrew Swafford is an associate professor of theology at Benedictine College. He is a host and author of several Ascension Press' Bible study series and also an editor and contributor to Ascension’s "Great Adventure Catholic Bible." Sarah Swafford is a national speaker and author of "Emotional Virtue: A Guide to Drama-Free Relationships." They live in Atchison, KS with their five children.
Check out more from Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford at: https://theswaffords.com/
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6. "Flock of Goats" and Pope John Paul II
Jackie and Bobby talk about what they almost called this podcast as well as the influence of Pope St. John Paul II on their lives.
5. Dr. Greg Bottaro: Integrated Psychology & the CatholicPsych Institute
Dr. Greg Bottaro, a Catholic psychologist, is the director of the CatholicPsych Institute and the CatholicPsych Academy. He spent four years living as a Franciscan friar, serving the poor in the tradition of St. Francis before discerning a call to pursue marriage and family life.
Jackie & Bobby talk with Dr. Bottaro about integrated psychology, understanding proper human anthropology, and stories of healing.
Check out https://www.catholicpsych.com/ to learn more about the CatholicPsych Institute, the "Being Human" podcast, and more!
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4. Dr. Paul Gestwicki: Video Game Design & Faith
Dr. Paul Gestwicki is a Professor in the Computer Science Department at Ball State University. His teaching and research focus on game design and development. He’s also a devout Catholic and talks with Bobby about how virtue and faith can be harmonized in video game design.
Dr. Gestwicki lives in Muncie, Indiana, with his wife and four sons. Check out his personal blog here: http://paulgestwicki.blogspot.com/
Dr. Paul’s YouTube page:
https://youtube.com/paulgestwicki
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3. Jackie Mulligan: Health, Holiness, and the Story of Reform Wellness
Jackie Mulligan is the Chief Eucharistic Officer and foundress of Reform Wellness, a Christ-Centered Wellness Ministry. Reform merges faith and functional health to support Priests, religious, and laity worldwide to heal their whole person: body and soul.
We've been blessed to work through the Reform Wellness program and we were eager to talk with Jackie Mulligan so she could share her story and what a truly Catholic integrated healing program looks like.
Go to https://www.reformwellness.co/ to learn more about Reform Wellness.
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2. Nick Dellasega: A Miracle of Fr. Kapaun
Nick Dellasega should have died on May 7th, 2011, at the age of twenty-six.
During a 5k race, he collapsed and his heart stopped beating. A teenage cousin prayed fervently at Nick's side, asking particularly for the intercession of Fr. Emil Kapaun, the Kansas-native, Korean-war chaplain. Barely making it to a hospital in time, Nick should have been brain-dead or beyond resuscitation when his pulse restarted. His miraculous case is now being considered by the Vatican for the canonization cause for Fr. Kapaun.
Nick shares his amazing story with Jackie and the lessons learned in this episode!
For more information on the life and miracles of Fr. Emil Kapaun, check out the official website: https://frkapaun.org/
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1. Why this podcast?
We are authors, speakers, musicians, and evangelists for the Catholic faith. We are launching this channel to bring you into our conversations with people we think will provide you with insightful perspectives on forming you, whether that's spiritually or intellectually.
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