Karol's Coffee House

In this special bonus episode of Karol's Coffee House, Sarah and Maura are together in real life for the first time! Barista Joe and Nick join in as well as they all talk about meeting each other for the first time. Tune in to hear about complicated late-night McDonald's orders, what pre-coffee Sarah is really like, and all the fun this great group of friends had during their time together!

A sleep-deprived Maura and an over-caffeinated Sarah get together in the Coffee House this week to talk about surprises, birthdays, and how excited they are to be meeting in person for the first time! They also talk about sin and the wounds we carry from them, how to move forward from past sin, and what helps them to turn away from sin when they're tempted. 

Espresso Shot:  “All grace flows from mercy, and the last hour abounds with mercy for us. Let no one doubt concerning the goodness of God; even if a person’s sins were as dark as night, God’s mercy is stronger than our misery.” ~ St Maria Faustina

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Maura and Sarah bring a little positivity into the Coffee House this week as they discuss gratitude, even when times are difficult. Maura drops a BOYFRIEND REVEAL (and it's someone we know!) and updates us on her new job! If you need a little lightheartedness in your life, come sit with us!

Espresso Shot: "Get used to lifting your heart to God, in acts of thanksgiving, many times a day. Because he gives you this and that. Because you have been despised. Because you haven’t what you need or because you have. Thank him for everything, because everything is good.” ~ St Josemaria Escriva

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Continuing Marc's story from last week, he talks about entering the seminary, obstacles he encountered along the way, and how he continued his discernment during his time in seminary. It's a great end to his story, and a beautiful beginning to his vocation :) Please pray for Deacon Marc as he prepares to be ordained a priest in 2022!

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He's been ordained a transitional deacon since this recording, but our good friend Marc hangs out with us in the coffee house this week! Marc is a seminarian in Canada and a delightful human being who loves pizza, coffee, photography, and Jesus. He has an incredible story about how the Lord has called him to the priesthood! Part 2 of Marc's story will be following very soon, stay tuned!

*Content warning: suicide

During this episode, Marc briefly speaks of a tragic event in which a family member takes their own life, as is relevant to his story. If this is something you would prefer not to hear, we suggest you skip this section of his story, which takes place between the 36-40:51 minute mark. Let's also pray for those who struggle with depression, mental illness, and thoughts of suicide.

Espresso Shot: "Father, I am seeking. I am hesitant and uncertain, but will you O God watch over each step of mine and guide me." ~ St. Augustine

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Welcome to Karol's.....Kitchen! Maura and Sarah joke all the time about having a cooking podcast, so this week's episode is dedicated to one of their favorite hobbies: Cooking! They share some tips on how to prepare food for a busy work week, some ideas for meals to pack for lunch, as well as a few of their favorite recipes! Happy Cooking! (and eating)

Sarah's favorite salad dressing:

3/4 c Extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 c apple cider vinegar, 1 tbs dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1-2 tsp italian seasonings. Whisk together and serve, store in fridge in airtight container

Sarah's favorite cooking book: Salt Fat Acid Heat by Samin Nosrat. 

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We have a special listener topic request this week! Our friend John came to us with a quote that he found, and was kind enough to stop by the Coffee House to join us in our discussion! Tune in to find out the unique way Maura is fasting, Sarah's opinion on salmon patties, a little Roman Circus podcast and Bible in a Year love, and the challenges of dating as a Catholic.

Espresso Shot: “When a man loves a woman, he has to become worthy of her. The higher her virtue, the more noble her character, the more devoted she is to truth, justice, goodness; the more a man has to aspire to be worthy of her. The history of civilization could actually be written in terms of the level of its women.” ~ Archbishop Fulton Sheen

“Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence, and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” ~ Philippians 4:8

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Our good friend Perry joins us in the Coffee House this week for some great conversation! Perry has previously worked as a diocesan advocate for those seeking annulments for their marriage, and she enlightens us on the process and what the Church teaches about it. We also talk a little about school, weddings, and the ever-wonderful world of dating. Join us in the fun!

Espresso Shot:

“Do not lose heart, even if you should discover that you lack qualities necessary for the work to which you are called. He who called you will not desert you, but the moment you are in need, He will stretch out His saving hand.” ~ St Angela Merici

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Do you feel like things in your life are a little low? Maybe you aren't feeling like your best self? You've found yourself in a bit of a slump and not sure how to get out of it? If so, come on over to the Coffee House and sit with us, because SAME BOAT. 

This week Maura and Sarah talk about those temporary slumps in life: How you feel, what might cause them, things you can do to try to pick yourself up, and things you should avoid in the meantime. 

Espresso Shot: “I have told you this so that you might have peace in me. In the world, you will have trouble. But take courage, I have conquered the world.” ~ Jesus (John 16:33)

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Maura and Sarah have a chat with their good friend Erin, who is an absolute delight! Erin is in the process of discerning her vocation with the Dominicans, and she shares her incredible discernment story: When she first felt the call to religious life, how she discerned her vocation over time, and how she grew to know and love the Dominican religious order. As always, lots of laughs and fun over at the Coffee House!

Espresso Shot: "I see that God never tries us beyond what we are able to suffer. Oh, I fear nothing. If God sends such great sufferings to a soul, He upholds it with an even greater grace, though we are not aware of it. One act of trust in such moments gives greater glory to God than whole hours passed in prayer filled with consolation." ~ St. Faustina

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