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Advent Mini-Series: Charity

In this episode of Wannabe Saints, we reflect on charity and why it is the foundation of all virtues. Drawing from Scripture and the Catechism, we explore what charity truly means — loving God above all things for His own sake, loving ourselves rightly, and loving our neighbor for the love of God.
We look at how charity orders our lives, grounds our identity as “the one Jesus loves,” and perfects every other virtue through justice, humility, and self-gift. We also reflect on the radical call to love our enemies and how this kind of love transforms us and aligns us with the heart of the Father.
The episode concludes with practical ways to live charity daily and a Litany of Charity.
Resources Mentioned:
I Believe in Love
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Advent Mini-Series: Joy

In this week’s Advent miniseries, we reflect on joy and why it can exist even in the midst of suffering and trials. Drawing from Scripture and the Catechism, we explore the paradox of joy, our dependence on God, and the truth that the Lord never abandons or forgets His people.
We look at how living in right order, staying close to Christ, and trusting in God’s sustaining presence shapes the way we walk through hardship. The episode concludes with practical ways to cultivate joy in daily life and the Litany of Joy.
Resources Mentioned
Litany of Joy
Surrender Novena
Two-part episode on Joy with Fr. Sean Grismer
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Advent Mini-Series: Peace

In this week’s Advent miniseries, we dive into the virtue of peace—what the Church calls “the tranquility of order.” We explore how peace flows from justice, charity, and ultimately living in union with God. Drawing from Scripture, the Catechism, and the wisdom of the saints, we look at how trust, humility, and forgiveness help restore interior peace, especially in our relationships.
We end with practical ways to cultivate peace in daily life and a prayer to Christ, the Prince of Peace.
Resources Mentioned
🕊 Prayer to the Prince of Peace:
Lord Jesus Christ, Prince of Peace, grant us peace.Arise and scatter the darkness of chaos and sinfrom our hearts and our world.May Your Word guide our steps,Your love fill our hearts,and Your peace rule in our daily lives.Help us to become instruments of Your peace,reaching out with compassion and forgivenesswherever we go.May we reflect Your presence in our actionsand bring Your light to those around us.Strengthen us with Your grace,and lead us in paths of righteousnessfor Your name’s sake. Amen.
Forgiveness Prayer with Fr. Sean Grismer
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Advent Mini-Series: Hope

In this episode of Wannabe Saints, Rachael begins the Advent series with a reflection on the virtue of Hope. As Jordyn prepares to welcome her baby, Rachael leads us through what Advent prepares us for, why our desires make us restless, and how true hope redirects our longing toward Christ. Drawing from the Catechism, Scripture, the promises of Jesus, and the Beatitudes, Rachael breaks hope into three parts—desire, trust, and grace—and reminds us that hope is not something we create on our own but something God strengthens within us. 
Link to the Surrender Novena
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Living a Life of Joy (Part 2) ft. Fr. Sean Grismer

In Part 2 of our conversation with Fr. Sean Grismer, we explore how true joy is impossible without forgiveness. Fr. Sean explains how holding onto hurt, resentment, or anger blocks the joy God wants to give us, and he offers simple, encouraging wisdom on how forgiveness opens the heart to freedom and peace.
The episode closes with Fr. Sean leading us in a prayer of forgiveness, inviting listeners to release wounds, forgive others and themselves, and make room for the joy God desires for them.
A short but powerful reminder that joy grows where forgiveness is chosen.
Link to Fr. Sean Grismer's Prayer:
Forgiveness Prayer
More from Fr. Sean Grismer:
Dose of the Ghost
My Lourdes Faith Journey
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Living a Life of Joy (Part 1) ft. Fr. Sean Grismer

Joy is a grace and a gift God wants to give. But to truly receive it, we must first forgive. In this inspiring episode, Fr. Sean Grismer shares how forgiveness opens our hearts to the joy the Lord longs for us to experience.
Through real-life reflections and spiritual insight, Fr. Sean helps us see that holding onto hurt blocks the grace God desires to pour out. When we choose to forgive, ourselves and others, we make room for a joy that runs deeper than emotion, a joy rooted in God’s mercy and love.
More from Fr. Sean Grismer:
Dose of the Ghost
My Lourdes Faith Journey
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A Life of Perseverance with Janelle Bauer

In this episode of Wannabe Saints, we sit down with Janelle Bauer, Jordyn's sister, whose life is a moving testimony of perseverance through suffering and grace. Janelle opens up about battling health issues from childhood to adulthood, including a near-death experience, and how those trials deepened her faith rather than destroyed it.
She shares the pain of miscarriage, the ongoing challenges of living with health struggles, and the moment where Jesus completely transformed her heart. Through every season, Janelle has discovered that perseverance is not just about enduring hardship but about allowing God to bring beauty and healing through it.
 
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The Heart of Prayer ft. Fr. Trowbridge

In this episode, we sit down with Fr. Trowbridge to talk all things prayer: what it truly is, how to pray, and how to stay faithful when it feels difficult or distracting. Together, we unpack what the Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches about prayer and how to cultivate a deeper, more personal relationship with God.
Fr. Trowbridge offers practical wisdom on handling distractions and growing in presence, persistence, and consistency, learning how to keep prayer alive even when emotions fade.
Prayer isn’t about perfection. It’s about persevering, consistency and being present. Show up, stay consistent, and trust that persistence opens your heart to the quiet work of grace.
Links to our favorite prayers:
Byzantine prayer before communion 
Stay with me, Lord- Padre Pio
Jordyn's Favorite Motherhood Prayer Book
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More Than a Day Off: The Sabbath and True Leisure ft. Kyle Anderson

In this episode of Wannabe Saints,we down with Jordyn's husband, Kyle, to talk about a topic that often gets overlooked: true leisure and the Sabbath day. From a man’s perspective, Kyle shares how he approaches work life balance, the struggle to step away from busyness, and the challenge of truly resting in a world that glorifies productivity.
Together, the three of us unpack what the Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches about keeping holy the Sabbath, not just as a suggestion but as one of the Ten Commandments. We explore how much of its original meaning has been lost in modern culture and why recovering it matters for our families, our faith, and our souls. Along the way, we give our own hot takes on what leisure really looks like today.
This conversation is both practical and theological, covering:• How leisure differs from rest or mere entertainment• The deeper spiritual call to set aside Sunday for God, family, and renewal• The origin of the Sabbath and what it means for Catholics today
If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to live out the Third Commandment in daily life, or how to reclaim authentic leisure, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.More from Wannabe Saints:🔗 Linktree – All Our Links📩 Email us: wannabesaintspodcast@gmail.com📸 Follow us: @Wannabe_Saints💛 Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/WannabeSaints

Three Moms, Three Seasons, One Conversation on Motherhood – Part 2

This episode continues our conversation with Becca Plance, Natalie Schol, and Cindy Jorgensen, three moms with six kids each, living in three different stages of motherhood. In Part 1, we explored the surprises, joys, and challenges of raising children from infancy through adulthood.
In Part 2, we pick up right where we left off—diving into the fears and hopes that come with growing a family, the lessons learned in the midst of chaos, and the faith that carries mothers through every season.
If you loved Part 1, you won’t want to miss this second half of the conversation. It’s real, encouraging, and full of wisdom for moms in every stage of life.
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