Today, Ben welcomes Jessica Chominski—financial advisor, Army Reservist, and mother of six—for a conversation that explores the intersection of vocation, sacrifice, and financial stewardship through a deeply Catholic lens. Jessica shares her journey from aspiring social worker and crisis pregnancy center founder to military officer and faith-driven financial planner, reflecting on the quiet strength found in long-term obedience and trust in God’s providence. The discussion unpacks how discipline, suffering, and perseverance—whether in spiritual life or personal finance—can be formative tools when offered in union with Christ. Drawing on her lived experience, Jessica emphasizes the importance of saying “yes” to God’s invitations, even amid uncertainty or discomfort, and how that openness creates space for authentic growth and unexpected joy. Together, they explore how Catholic financial planning uniquely integrates virtue, mission, and peace of heart, ultimately encouraging listeners to see their money, time, and trials as opportunities to serve something far greater than themselves.

Key Takeaways:

• Saying “yes” to God, even without full clarity, opens the door to unexpected blessings.

• Muscle building is a powerful metaphor for spiritual and financial growth—both need resistance.

• Catholic advisors bring more than expertise—they offer values-based guidance.

• A good plan, consistently followed, beats chasing quick wins.

• Having a “why” behind your money decisions leads to freedom.

• Small yeses can lead to major life shifts over time.

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) - Meet Jessica Chominski

(02:07) - Lessons Learned from Military Service and Resilience

(07:47) - Embracing Sacrifice and Endurance in Life and Finance

(13:46) - “God Blesses Yeses” and the Wisdom of Casting a Wide Net

(18:22) - The Crucial Role of a Financial Advisor Beyond Numbers

(25:00) - Integrating Virtue and Faith into Financial Planning

(40:18) - How to Connect with Jessica

Key Topics Discussed:

Catholic Money Mastermind, Catholic financial planning, Catholic financial planners, Catholic financial advisors, Ben Martinek, faith and finances

Mentions:

Website: https://www.stonecropadvisors.com/ 

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