Mari interviews Megan Hjlemstad about her book “Offer it Up” and the concept of redemptive suffering in a Christ-centered life. Megan shares her personal journey dealing with chronic illness, infertility, and the profound insights she gained through her suffering. Discover practical steps on how to offer up your sufferings to God without minimizing your pain and learn about the spiritual benefits for yourself and others. This episode is packed with encouragement and wisdom for anyone struggling with suffering.

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Mari and her dear friend Alli, talk about the topic of supporting women through infertility and pregnancy loss. In this heartfelt conversation, they discuss their personal journeys, the importance of friendship, and offer insights into how to genuinely support those grappling with these challenges. From sharing the hardest aspects of their experiences to addressing the delicate approach needed when announcing pregnancies, Mari and Ali provide valuable advice for loved ones wanting to help. This episode is great for anyone looking to understand and support the women in their lives who are struggling with infertility or pregnancy loss.

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Mari and her husband Trey share their journey of building a Christ-centered marriage community. Whether you're newly married or looking to deepen your existing relationships, this episode offers insightful tips on finding and nurturing meaningful connections with other Catholic couples. Mari and Trey discuss their experiences, challenges, and successes, and offer recommendations on essential books to read together. Tune in for practical advice, honest conversations, and faith-based guidance to enrich your marriage and build a supportive community.

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Mari sits down with popular Catholic speaker and author Jackie Angel to chat all things relationships. Jackie shares her profound insights on Theology of the Body, relationships, and maintaining chastity within the context of faith. From her own personal journey and conversion to practical advice on dating and honoring one another in relationships, this episode promises to enlighten and inspire. Discover how to approach dating with a renewed mindset and understand the deeper purpose of love and chastity as designed by God. Don't miss this heartfelt and informative discussion!

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In light of the passing of Pope Francis, Mari talks about the passing of Pope Francis, discussing his papacy and his impact on the Catholic Church,. Mari provides a detailed explanation of the process of electing a new pope, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit and prayer. The episode also touches on the recent surge of conversions to Catholicism, highlighting the beauty, traditionalism, and unshakeable truth that attract new members. Listeners are encouraged to pray for unity, support their local parishes, and evangelize boldly. Plus, enjoy some fun and fascinating Pope and Church facts to wrap things up!

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Join in on our conversation with Megan @megs__wells, Melissa @melissagracetablada, and Claire @findingphilothea as we pull back the veil on social media. The conversation covers their journeys into content creation, balancing work with personal life, the challenges they face, and their efforts to maintain authenticity while navigating the complex landscape of influencer culture. They reflect on the misconceptions about influencers, explain their motivations rooted in faith, and emphasize the importance of positive influence and leadership in their roles.

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In this episode of The Ever Be Podcast, host Mari Wagner shares her unique and fruitful experience of Lent, where she gave up screens after 8 PM and added daily Mass. Mari discusses how these practices have brought her peace and rest, connecting it to a Bible study on Matthew 11:28-30. Listen in for insightful, real-life conversations on finding rest in God, surrendering burdens, and seeking spiritual growth in a busy world. Mari also offers practical tips for daily surrender, prayer, and observing a true Sabbath.

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In this episode, Ever Be welcomes a special guest, Father David Michael Moses, a priest from the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Father David shares his journey to priesthood, including his family's influence and his early discernment process. He discusses the importance of online ministry in evangelization and highlights the need to normalize and humanize the perception of priests. The conversation covers his daily life as a priest, challenges of the priesthood, and the impact of social media on spreading the Gospel. Father David also shares personal stories, including a miraculous anointing, providing valuable insights into the vocation of priesthood.

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Ever Be is a Faith and Lifestyle podcast hosted by Mari Wagner. Want more? Follow us on Instagram.

In this episode, we catch up on various life happenings visiting family in Washington to friend trips, and home reno projects. Join us as we chat about all that has been going on in our life the past month. Also, hear reflections on the importance of daily mass, the Eucharistic and fasting during Lent. A fun, casual conversation with Trey and Mari.

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In this episode of The Ever Be Podcast, host Mari Wagner welcomes Lisa Brenninkmeyer, founder of Walking With Purpose, to discuss ways Catholic women can lovingly reach out to those who have left the Catholic Church. Lisa shares her insights on building deep, trusting relationships and the importance of meeting others where they are. Together, they explore practical steps and resources, like the Heart of Vines course, designed to gently invite women back to the faith through genuine connection and unconditional love. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about faith, relationships, and evangelism.

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