Season of Expectation: Advent is a time of waiting in joyful hope for the coming of Jesus into our world. This week, as we celebrate Mary’s Immaculate Conception, Karen and Anne reflect on Mary’s story as a model of expectant
faith, responsiveness to God, and courage in answering God’s call for her life.

Scripture references:

Luke 1

Luke 2

It’s Thanksgiving weekend and also the first Sunday in Advent! In this week’s episode, Karen and Anne reflect on all the things we are grateful for in our lives right now and get ready to head into the crazy month of December in a spirit of thankfulness, peace, and appreciation of the gift of each present moment.

Scripture references:
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
2 Corinthians 9:11-12
Psalm 9:1
Psalm 107:9

In the month of November, the Church remembers our loved ones who have gone before us in faith and who are still connected to us in the Communion of Saints. This week, Karen and Anne reflect on personal losses and how the rituals of faith and community help us move through grief to gratitude.

Scripture references:
Hebrews 12:1
Psalm 34:19
Matthew 5:4
Romans 12:15
Revelation 21.4

This season on Faith Break, Karen and Anne will be exploring all the different seasons of life: the many ages and stages, the flow of the liturgical year, and the ups and downs of living faith in a blessed and broken world. This week we ask, when you look back at the season you’re living through today, what do you want to remember?

Scripture references:
· Philippians 4:6
· Matthew 14:22-33 (Peter walks on water)
· John 12:1-11 (Anointing at Bethany)

Episode 28 – 6.8.25: Pentecost

The Holy Spirit has been so active in our faith community this year! Before we take a summer hiatus from the podcast, Karen and Anne celebrate the birthday of the Church by naming the graces of this year and looking forward to some peaceful time with God this
summer.

Scripture References:

Acts 2:1-11
Psalm 104
1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13
John 14:15-16, 23b-26

Episode 27 – 6.1.25: Call Stories
It’s Baccalaureate weekend, and in honor of our graduating seniors, Karen and Anne reflect on God’s call for all of us to share our gifts with the world. Our youth ministry intern Sarah joins us as she prepares to take the next step toward God’s call for her.

Scripture References:

Call of Moses. Exodus 3:1-22
Call of Samuel. 1 Samuel 3:1-18
Call of Jeremiah. Jeremiah 1:4-10
Call of the first disciples. Matthew 4:18-22
Call of Paul. Acts of the Apostles 9:1-19.

We are part of a BIG Church, made up of all the believers on earth and in heaven. This week, Karen and Anne, along with our friend Don, geek out about all our favorite saints and how much we love being a part of this eternal family in faith.

Scripture References:
Hebrews 12:1
Romans 12:4-13
1 Corinthians 12:12-27
1 John 1:3

Our favorite Church nerd Don Smith is back to talk with Karen and Anne about the spiritual significance of pilgrimages within our life-long journeys of faith. God does great things when we move out of our comfort zones and trust Him to guide our steps along
the road.

Scripture References:
Psalms 120-134
Genesis 12:1
Exodus 13:21
Luke 2:41-52

Catholics Love Mom! Special Mother’s Day Reflection on Mary.

This week, in honor of all who mother, Karen and Anne celebrate Mary’s fierce faith, courageous choices, and beautiful relationship with Jesus.

Scripture References:
Luke 1-2
John 2
John 19:25-30

Episode 23 – 5.4.25: Celebrating Our Youth: Sacraments Edition.

Kids and teens at church say the darndest things! In honor of our young people making their first Holy Communion and Confirmation this week, Karen and Anne share their favorite conversations and moments with our youth.

Scripture References:
1 Timothy 4:12
Jeremiah 1:4-10