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Dating Part Four: Discernment and Community


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Gotta Date Well: A Podcast Series for Catholics

This episode is part 4 of the Gotta Date Well Series, where we dive deep into how to date with Christ at the center.

Guest Introduction

In this episode, I’m joined by Bridget and Johnny O’Boyle (along with my wife Meredith). They share their journey and offer insights on how community plays a crucial role in discerning a relationship.

Episode Summary

Dating isn’t just about spending time together—it’s also about building a relationship within the context of community and friendships. In this episode, we discuss:

  • Starting the Dating Journey: Bridget and Johnny share their story of how they began dating, and how they saw signs early on that their relationship could be something more.
  • Making Time for One Another: Advice on how to prioritize time for your relationship, even with busy schedules, and how to handle jealousy or frustration around time management.
  • The Role of Community: The importance of involving each other in your respective communities and balancing your relationship with friendships. They also discuss how community can be a powerful tool for discernment.
  • Sticky Questions: Navigating challenging scenarios like when your partner doesn’t get along with your friends, or vice versa, and how to handle these situations with grace and faith.
  • Practical Advice: Encouragement for singles who feel discouraged about finding the right person and tips on using community and prayer as tools for discernment.

Bridget and Johnny offer practical wisdom and share their personal experiences, providing valuable guidance for anyone looking to date well and discern God’s will for their relationship.

Why You Should Listen

If you’re in a relationship or thinking about entering one, this episode provides thoughtful insights on how to integrate community into your dating life and use it as a tool for discernment. It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants to build a relationship on a solid foundation of faith and friendship.

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Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone who might benefit from it. Stay tuned for the next part of our dating series as we continue exploring how to date with faith and purpose!

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