In this video, I share a real and honest Catholic life update… this season has been about letting go, friendship breakups, and trusting God even when I don’t fully understand His plan.

If you’re going through a time where everything feels like it’s changing, where God is asking you to move on, or where relationships are shifting this is for you. This is about obedience, faith over feelings, and choosing God even when it’s hard.

I didn’t expect things to unfold this way… but I know God is working, even in the uncertainty.

Timecodes:

0:00 – Intro

0:37 – Friendship Breakups & Letting Go

10:52 – Here’s the Truth

11:56 – Where I’ve Been (Faith Journey Update)

17:28 – Outro

#Catholic #Jesus #Friendship #faith

Father Isaac Mary Relyea - https://youtu.be/45Lk6fuuHpk

Father Ripperger - https://youtu.be/Y00gjXFQsBMIn

This episode of Lilies Among Thorns we talk honestly about spiritual warfare, how social media can open real doors to temptation, and what it looks like to stay grounded in God when the online world gets loud. We share personal experiences, practical advice, and answer your Q&A’s on faith, relationships, and spiritual protection.If you’ve been feeling drained, distracted, or spiritually pulled in every direction, this conversation will help you recognize what’s really going on and how to fight back with grace.Topics include: spiritual warfare, online temptations, discernment, boundaries, Catholic teaching, and real steps to protect your soul.

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0:00 - Intro

1:08 - Why We Should Fast

4:10 - Fasting Tips for Women

5:35 - The Dangers of Social Media

9:40 - Addicted To Social Media

10:52 - The Sin of Eve

13:48 - Navigating Hate Comments

15:27 - Catholic and Narcissistic

20:05 - Past Life Shame

24:12 - Independent or Codependent

26:07 - Questions And Answers

35:55 - Outro

Please watch the following video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&si=LhfkP8DzkBnzgV2Q&v=JpEZ2nW7b2I&feature=youtu.beAlso please leave your review on our spotify & apple podcast!Many Christians today are searching for the original Church Christ founded. In this episode, we share why we will never leave the Catholic Church and what makes it different from every other denomination.We talk about what the early Christians believed, what true worship looks like according to Scripture, and why the Catholic Church remains the one, holy, and apostolic Church established by Jesus Himself.This conversation dives deep into the heart of Christianity and asks the questions that every believer wrestles with. What is truth? Where is the authority that Christ gave to His apostles? And why are so many people rediscovering the Catholic faith after years in non-denominational or Protestant churches?We also talk about the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Co-Redemptrix and Mother of God, and why Catholics honor her as the greatest example of obedience, purity, and spiritual motherhood. Her intercession and cooperation in salvation history reveal the beauty of authentic Christian devotion that has existed since the earliest days of the Church.You will hear about the power of the Eucharist, the continuity of apostolic authority, and the beauty of sacramental life that cannot be found anywhere else. If you have ever asked what separates the Catholic Church from other Christian traditions, this episode will give you clarity.For those seeking the truth about Church history, worship, Mary, and faith, this is a conversation worth hearing.Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/4C0MIygIMhwJrcHC3pfntP?si=4a4c59bd96674e39Apple Podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/lilies-among-thorns/id1815927361Contact us : https://linktr.ee/liliesamongthornsInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/liliesamongthornspod/

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0:00 - Intro

4:00 - Trying Out Different Churches

16:46 - What is Protestant Church

21:10 - What is the Protestant Reformation?

31:10 - The Power of the Holy Name of Jesus

38:34 - What is Worship?

41:35 - Do Catholics Worship Mary?

45:15 - We Love Mother Mary

47:00 - Worship Like the Early Christians

51:20 - The Danger of Laying Hands Without Authority

54:00 - Faith Without Compromise

56:19 - Why Catholics Ask the Saints to Pray for Them

58:22 - She Cruses The Head of the Serpent

1:04:35 - How To Start Loving Mother Mary

1:07:33 - Outro

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Christian women are rediscovering the power of modesty, veiling, and femininity. On this episode of Lilies Among Thorns, we explore why modesty matters today, how veiling allows the heart to be seen rather than the body, and how living modestly builds confidence, virtue, and spiritual strength.

In a culture that often dismisses modesty, Christian women are embracing the beauty of living with intentional humility and sacred dignity. This episode dives into the meaning and purpose of modesty and veiling, showing how these practices are not outdated rules but expressions of faith, virtue, and true femininity.

We examine the biblical and traditional roots of modesty, the symbolism of the veil, and practical ways for women to live modestly in modern life while remaining confident, engaged, and spiritually grounded. This conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and actionable insights for women seeking to reclaim a sense of sacred beauty, feminine dignity, and virtuous living.

Join the discussion and share your perspective on modesty, veiling, and Christian femininity. How do you practice modesty in your life today? Could embracing veiling or modest practices deepen your spiritual life, confidence, and sense of feminine grace?

Subscribe to Lilies Among Thorns for more episodes on modesty, Christian femininity, Catholic womanhood, and virtuous living. Each episode is designed to inspire women to walk boldly in faith, embrace sacred dignity, and reflect the beauty that comes from honoring God through intentional, virtuous choices.

The Virtue of Modesty - https://youtu.be/JKuRWCTaGd4?si=vieAqagyoMTlrhnD

Modesty in Apparence - https://youtu.be/nzeDgxmE570?si=spLpxdnS1el-mNIa

The Vice of Singularity - https://youtu.be/IWcBa9Zo_qs?si=t9zuwMgiNVjrvMAL

Modesty - https://youtu.be/Al_-rU65gmk?si=E4wbpk5F1GlNm3kQ

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0:00 - Intro3:39 – How to Start Veiling: A Beginner’s Guide for Catholic Women

9:17 - Humility in Veiling: Letting the Heart Be Seen, Not the Hair

14:16 - What Is Real Modesty? A Virtue Beyond Clothing

15:50 - Marian Modesty in Comportment, Grace in the Way You Carry Yourself

18:35 - Getting Rid of Immodest Clothes & Rebuilding Your Wardrobe with Intention

21:55 - How To Become More Modest : Small Habits That Transform the Soul24:53 - The Virtue of Charity: Modesty Rooted in Love for Others

26:59 - Removing the Temptations That Lead to Immodesty

29:37 - Stop Making Excuses For Yourself & Embrace Virtue Fully

33:18 - Modesty for Every occasion: From Mass to Everyday Life

34:28 - Thats not Modest: Learning to Discern What Honors God

41:37 - Passion for Fashion for Christian Women: When Style Conflicts with Modesty

43:27 - Outro Mother Mary is the Blueprint: True Feminine Modesty

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We sat down to talk with Nicholas Cavazos best known as "The Traditional Thomist" to dive into the deeper roots behind the moral and cultural collapse of America, the crisis within the Church, and how it all shapes the modern struggle for authentic love and marriage.

Find Nick here : https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@thetraditionalthomist⁩  Instagram : nicholascavazosX : NickTCavazosPelican+ : https://app.pelicanplus.com/tabs/home

Timecodes :

0:00 - Intro

4:16 - Who is Nicholas Cavazos

6:47 - Where is the Youth Headed

14:55 - The Destruction of the Second Vatican Council

22:18 - The Numbers Don’t Lie

27:20 - The War on Marriage

36:42 - The Purpose of Courtship

38:29 - What Catholic Men Want Look for in A Woman

47:52 - Are You Ready For Marriage?

53:30 - Why Men Want A Virgin

1:06:05 - Catholic Men Are Weird

11:11:20 - Outro

#Catholic #traditionallatinmass #latinmass

A Gregorian Chant Playlist On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3VQ3vcf3VLRgFg9gXRItWS?si=bd9f4dac8f7e4579Courtship VideosFr. Ripperger - https://youtu.be/r1V4w38v2mI?si=StYCs4BGlGto36Kx

Fr. Isaac Mary Reyla - https://youtu.be/3LcQSZ621SQ?si=UM0KiVoicwanVPGw/Users/juliannavivas/Downloads/IMG_0290.jpg

Restoration of Marriage Comes From Above Sensus Fidelium - https://youtu.be/bnkwveRHYao?si=RjkW0m96pETTGjPTCourtship of The Saints - https://www.amazon.com/Courtship-Saints-How-their-Spouses/dp/1505130069

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Small Note - It's completely valid to be sad, and dissapointed especially after you saw marriage with someone. A "Beck & Jade" relationship a few things left out : Our Lady of Fatima was an important part of the prayer process when praying for the restoration of my (Julie's relationship). I gifted him my missal with a third class relic of Our Lady of Fatima with the image of St.Jacinta with a note i had wrote for him a year before i saw him that i had under sleeping St.Joseph, part of the confidence i had was a child like joy that note read "Im giving you this because i'm confident it'll end up back with me under the same roof as me when i become your wife"When i met him we drove his mom back home, and she asked me to come in, and he said no, i think he had his mind made up then in that first hour after meeting me, he later apologized for not wanting me to go in, i really thought he must've thought i was ugly or my breath stank haha.He wasn't all that cold, at the end of the night of the wedding, (He had called me prior to my arrival saying it wasnt prudent for us to dance) so he never wanted to dance closely at the wedding, but when he drove me back to the hotel, he slow danced with me in the parking lot to a song he told me he wanted to dance with me 2 years earlier (little things i found romantic he remembered and didnt seem cold)I saw what i needed to see, God showed me and i blocked & unblocked his new girlfriend reason why is because sometimes i go back to my blocked list to check it & i dont want to go through it one day and i see her & him on a profile picture, id appreciate if she blocked me instead. I only ask God for my own sanity i never see a picture on my algorithm of him proposing or getting married. Ive seen enough. God bless. - J.

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Timecodes :0:00 - Intro

5:20 - What Is Courtship

11:22 - What Catholic Women Should Look For In Men

21:50 - La Catolica Toxica

23:00 - Becoming More Marian

27:35 - The Step To Engagement

38:06 - Where To Find A Good Catholic Man

41:57 - Hablemos De Tal

50:08 - Opposites Attract Virtue

53:27 - I Didn't See St.Joseph Until I Saw Him

59:37 - The Pillar of Families Reunited Us

1:10:23 - Our Lady of Sorrows & St.Joseph's Revelation

1:24:40 - Stepping Out Of God's Will

1:28:08 - He Started To Have Fear & Doubt

1:36:43 - Confessions of A Shattered Heart

1:44:01 - A Catholic Break Up

1:47:43 - A Voice Note From My Friend & Only Witness

1:50:16 - Comparing Myself To His New Girlfriend

1:52:23 - A Message To His People & Our Mutuals

1:57:30 - Forever My St.Joseph

#Catholic #StJoseph #OurLadyOfSorrows

In this episode, we talk about what it truly means to surrender to God’s will when it doesn’t align with our own plans. Obedience isn’t easy when your desires feel so strong, but trusting God’s will over your own leads to peace, freedom, and deeper faith. We explore obedience in God’s will versus our own desires, how to surrender when God says no, and trusting God’s timing and plan for your life. We also discuss letting go of control, embracing spiritual humility, discernment, and seeking authentic spiritual direction for clarity. This episode touches on why birth control and cultural lies disconnect us from God’s design and how to find your true identity, purpose, and peace in Him. We also encourage you to seek authentic spiritual direction from Priests.

If you’re struggling to trust God’s will in your dating life, marriage, career, or daily choices, this conversation will encourage you to let go of control and surrender completely to Him.Subscribe for more Catholic and Christian content on faith, femininity, and spiritual growth.

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Timecodes :

0:00 - Intro

2:04 - The Culture is Against God’s Will

13:35 - From Secular to Practicing Catholic

18:20 - A Letter to the Friends of the Cross

19:37 - Surrendering to God’s No - Wrestling with God’s Will

22:35 - God’s Perfect Will Over Control

24:16 - Trust God’s Shepherds not Catholic Influencers

29:55 - Seek Spiritual Direction and Obey The Church Not Regular Laymen

32:35 - The Power of Confession Healing Mercy and True Freedom in God’s Grace

35:14 - Outro

In this powerful episode of Lilies Among Thorns, Franccesca Sevilla opens up about her journey from being a Culture Catholic to rediscovering the beauty of the traditional Catholic faith. Raised in a lukewarm environment, she thought checking boxes was enough—Mass on Sundays, Catholic in name, but distant from the heart of Christ. Until everything changed.

Hear how God pursued her through the chaos of modern life, how the Latin Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and a deep hunger for truth led her back home. Franccesca shares the raw truth of walking away from worldly comfort, healing from past wounds, and embracing a faith that’s not just cultural—but convicting, countercultural, and rooted in sacrifice.If you’ve ever wrestled with your identity as a Catholic woman, felt stuck in spiritual lukewarmness, or wanted more than surface-level faith—this episode is for you.

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Timecodes :

0:00 - Intro

1:00 - Late Have I Loved You

3:00 - Searching in protestant Churches but Found Him in the One True Faith

6:45 - Finding the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) - A Return to True Reverence

12:25 - Attack on The One True Faith : The Catholic Church Always Under Fire

19:44 - Delaying Baptism is A Sin

26:30 - Leaving the World for Christ

34:33 - Our Obsession with Praying Novenas

36:53 - Too Shy to Make Christ Centered Friends

45:03 - Our Lady of Guadalupe, Saints, Our Lord...Our Faith Can Not be Mocked

49:08 - All Eyes on The Catholic Church

57:47 - Outro

#catholicwomen #latinmass #howtobecomecatholic

In this episode of Lilies Among Thorns, we talk honestly about what it’s like to wait—without the filter. We share the quiet insecurities that rise when you feel hidden… the ache of wondering if God’s forgotten you… the doubt that creeps in when His timing doesn’t match your hope. And then there’s the comparison— Not just of who’s “moving forward,” but of beauty, worth, love, calling, purpose. When it seems like everyone else is seen, chosen, flourishing—and you’re still in the silence. This isn’t a pep talk. Not every episode ends on a high note. Sometimes, God invites us to stay in the ache. There are seasons of joy, but also seasons of sorrow—and even that is part of our purification. If you’re in a waiting season where everything feels uncertain… if comparison is stealing your peace… if you’re tired of pretending you’re okay—this episode is for you. We don’t have all the answers. We’re not here to fix it. We’re just here to be with you in it.

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Timecodes :

0:00 - Intro

1:00 - Lilies Among Thorns

3:26 - Hidden but held

8:40 - Struggling with comparison

15:27 - Cosmetic surgery & Catholic scrupulosity

23:56 - Comparison in your hidden years

27:10 - Still waiting after nine days, nine months... years

31:55 - False humility & despair 33:50 - Catholic eldest daughter

44:48 - The prodigals son's brother

47:20 - Praise God when you're in limbo

51:00 - Catholics don't know how to discern anymore

54:30 - God sees you

59:47 - Hard pill to swallow, your vocation is connected to your salvation

1:02:26 - Sacred heart of Jesus, i trust in you

1:07:39 - Outro

#Catholic #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney

Todays episode is thanks to "What God is Not" Podcast, our favorite Catholic podcast they have a non-profit "Photina" https://photina.org/A huge thanks to everyone who donated to make this podcast possible!Find More here : ⁠https://linktr.ee/liliesamongthorns⁠We talk about holy friendships and the drought in it. We walk through our own struggles of finding Catholic community. We wanted to call out this problem we have as lay people especially lay women, and also poke fun of ourselves. Hope you all can identify with one of us and find a friend in us. Keep us in your prayers!Instagram: @liliesamongthornspod@juliannarvivas@juliezenethNote : Julie: I truly understand i have my own short comings as a friend, the story i shared about my friendship break up with "c" was to emphisize that friendship break ups are real even in the Catholic space, and how i realized not only do we lack being their for our friends in their sorrows (Everyone talks about friends leaving in their sorrow) But at my most joyful moment when i was going to meet Emmanuel, she could not embrace that joy with me & i realized how a friend should be there in every "mystery" of your life, i needed her in a joyful moment.

Timecodes :

0:00 - Intro

3:10 - Julie’s friendship break up

11:43 - Zeneth’s friendship experience

14:50 - Prudence with Catholic friends

20:30 - Letting go of secular friends

28:22 - What makes a good Catholic friend?

34:32 - Catholic young adult groups

38:42 - The drought in Catholic female friendships

43:15 - Judgement in the Traditional Catholic community

47:15 - Outro

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