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April 29, 2025 S07 Ep07 - Correcting our Parents with Charity: Adult Child’s responsibility to the 4th Commandment
In this episode, we discuss the delicate balance of fraternal correction, setting healthy boundaries, and navigating the challenges of family relationships with charity and wisdom.

Timestamps:
00:00 - 01:30 - Introduction to Fraternal Correction and the Fourth Commandment
01:31 - 04:15 - The Spiritual Weight of Honoring Parents
04:16 - 08:20 - When Parental Actions Conflict With Their Teachings
08:21 - 12:45 - Establishing Healthy Boundaries With Parents
12:46 - 16:30 - The Evolving Nature of Parent-Child Relationships
16:31 - 20:00 - Navigating Correction With Charity and Respect
20:01 - 23:15 - Speaking Truth as an Act of Love
23:16 - 25:40 - Book Recommendations and Community Stories
25:41 - 30:00 - Practical Examples of Fraternal Correction
30:01 - 34:15 - Addressing Past Hurts and Resentments
34:16 - 36:30 - Final Thoughts on Honoring Aging Parents
36:31 - 37:46 - Closing Announcements and Call for Listener Input

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38 min
April 22, 2025 S07 Ep06 - Charisms & the Holy Spirit w/ Jill Simons from Many Parts Ministries
Stina and special guest Jill Simons talk about charism, discerning charisms and the workings of the Holy Spirit.

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00:00 – 01:30 = Introduction and Guest Introduction (Jill Simons).
01:31 – 05:45 = Jill’s Background and Journey Into Many Parts Ministries.
05:46 – 10:20 = What Is a Charism? Is It Just a Natural Talent?
10:21 – 14:50 = The Role of Baptism and the Holy Spirit in Receiving Charisms.
14:51 – 19:30 = Are Charisms Permanent or Do They Change Over Time?
19:31 – 24:00 = Personal Experiences in Discovering Charisms.
24:01 – 28:45 = How to Identify Your Charisms and Their Impact on Ministry.
28:46 – 33:10 = The Role of Identity in Charism Discernment.
33:11 – 37:30 = Common Misconceptions About Charisms in the Church.
37:31 – 42:00 = The Importance of Trusting God in Using Charisms.
42:01 – 46:30 = Jill’s Advice on Discerning and Using Charisms.
46:31 – 49:33 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment & Closing Remarks.

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50 min
April 15, 2025 S07 Ep05 Easter Episode - Washing Feet and Healing Hearts: Personal Easter Reflections
Stina and Padre reflect on the profound moments of Christ’s Passion, Resurrection, and the personal meditations that arise from them – including the powerful reflection on the Washing of the Feet, drawing from the Salt & Gold Collection, and how Jesus’ act of humility extends even to those we might find controversial.
00:00 – 01:30 = Introduction and Easter Greetings.
01:31 – 05:45 = Easter Across Different Seasons: A Unique Perspective.
05:46 – 10:10 = The Washing of the Feet: Symbolism and Controversy.
10:11 – 14:50 = The Crucifixion: Silence, Stillness, and Holy Saturday Reflections. 14:51 – 19:15 = The Resurrection: Encounters of Peter, Thomas, and Mary Magdalene.
19:16 – 23:45 = Trusting in the Resurrection: Confronting Doubt and Fear.
23:46 – 27:30 = Easter as a Season, Not Just a Day.
27:31 – 31:15 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Ordinations & Music Reflections).
31:16 – 33:17 = Closing Remarks and Book Study Announcement.

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34 min
April 08, 2025 S07 Ep04 - Lent’s Final Days and Feast days in Lent: Fasting or Feasting?
As we enter into Holy Week, we reflect on the purpose of fasting and its role in our Lenten journey.

00:00 – 01:20 = Introduction and Overview (Lent and Holy Week).
01:21 – 05:00 = What is Lent? Origins and Meaning.
05:01 – 08:45 = The Significance of 40 Days in the Bible.
08:46 – 12:30 = The Three Pillars of Lent: Fasting, Prayer, and Almsgiving.
12:31 – 16:15 = Personal Experiences and Challenges in Lent.
16:16 – 20:30 = Holy Week: The Climax of Lent.
20:31 – 24:10 = How to Approach Holy Week if Lent Didn’t Go Well.
24:11 – 28:00 = The Debate: Should We Celebrate Feast Days During Lent?
28:01 – 31:45 = Finding Balance in Fasting and Feasting.
31:46 – 34:00 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Book Recommendation).
34:01 – 35:44 = Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts.

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36 min
April 01, 2025 S07 Ep03 - Br. Anthony Freeman’s Example: Living a Disciplined Life
Discipline isn’t about restriction—it’s about freedom. In this episode, Stina and Padre dive into the virtue of discipline, and by using the inspiring example of Br. Anthony Freeman, they explore how it shapes our moral, mental, and physical lives.

00:00 – 01:15 = Introduction and Overview (The Virtue of Discipline).
01:16 – 04:00 = The Meaning of Discipline: Learning vs. Punishment.
04:01 – 07:20 = Biblical Understanding of Discipline and God’s Guidance.
07:21 – 10:30 = Brother Anthony Freeman: A Life of Disciplined Virtue.
10:31 – 14:00 = The Balance Between Discipline and Extremism.
14:01 – 17:10 = The Three Aspects of Genuine Discipline.
17:11 – 20:30 = Fortitude and Perseverance in Developing Discipline.
20:31 – 23:15 = Building Habits: Small Steps to Long-Term Growth.
23:16 – 26:00 = Common Excuses and Overcoming Challenges.
26:01 – 28:15 = Spiritual Discipline and the Role of Prayer.
28:16 – 29:58 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing
Remarks).

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30 min
March 25, 2025 S07 Ep02: Compatibility vs Commitment: What really makes relationships last?
Are great relationships built on compatibility or commitment? In this episode of Living Fullness, Stina and Padre break down the modern myths surrounding compatibility and explore why commitment is the foundation of lasting relationships.

Timestamps for questions/topic changes in Episode 2 (Compatibility vs. Commitment):
00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction and Overview (Compatibility vs. Commitment).
01:11 – 04:00 = Story of a Couple Facing Incompatibility and Divorce.
04:01 – 07:15 = Cultural Beliefs About Compatibility and Relationship Success.
07:16 – 10:20 = The Reality of Changing Interests and Personal Growth in Relationships.
10:21 – 13:00 = Core Values vs. Hobbies: What Really Matters in Long-Term Commitment.
13:01 – 16:00 = The Importance of Pre-Marriage Counseling and Shared Goals.
16:01 – 18:31 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing Remarks).

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19 min
March 18, 2025 S07 Ep01 - The Virtue of Honesty - St Joseph's Example
Honesty isn’t just about telling the truth—it’s about living truthfully. In this episode of the Living Fullness Podcast, Stina and Padre explore the virtue of honesty through St. Joseph’s example - the Silent Knight.

00:00 – 01:15 = Introduction and Overview (Virtue of Honesty).
01:16 – 03:50 = Honesty and Its Connection to Justice and Fortitude.
03:51 – 07:00 = The Challenge of Honesty in a Culture of Relativism.
07:01 – 10:20 = Jesus as a Sign of Contradiction and Our Call to Truth.
10:21 – 13:30 = Honesty and Identity: Living in Truth vs. Obscuring Reality.
13:31 – 16:15 = The Role of Honesty in Relationships and Mental Well-being.
16:16 – 18:45 = St. Joseph’s Example of Honest and Courageous Discernment.
18:46 – 20:30 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Book Recommendation and Parish
Reflection).
20:31 – 21:22 = Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts.

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22 min
December 22, 2024 Season 6 Final Episode - Christmas & Word of the Year
In this episode, Stina and Padre recap their year, the difficulties, the trials and the graces received and reveal their word of the year and how that played out.

Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction and Context (Christmas and New Year).
01:11 – 04:00 = Sharing Christmas Traditions and Celebrations.
04:01 – 07:15 = Reflecting on Last Year’s Christmas and Its Challenges.
07:16 – 10:30 = The Joy of Christmas: Embracing the Season Fully.
10:31 – 13:45 = Understanding the Christmas Octave and Catholic Traditions. 13:46 – 16:40 = Word of the Year: How to Choose and Its Importance.
16:41 – 19:30 = Personal Reflections on the Word “Content” and Its Lessons. 19:31 – 22:15 = Personal Reflections on the Word “Abundance” and Its Challenges.
22:16 – 25:20 = Key Takeaways: Trust, Grace, and Superabundance.
25:21 – 26:52 = Christmas Blessings and Closing Remarks.

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27 min
December 18, 2024 S06 Ep16 - Seasons of Grace: Embracing Life's Cycles
Join Stina and Padre as they dive into the wisdom of living in the present, inspired by the words of Mother Teresa: “Each moment is all we need, not more.”

Timestamps:

00:00 – 01:20 = Introduction and Overview (Living in the Moment).
01:21 – 04:30 = The Cultural Shift: From YOLO to Authentic Presence.
04:31 – 08:00 = The Danger of Losing the Moment While Capturing It.
08:01 – 11:15 = Mother Teresa’s Teaching: Be Happy in the Present.
11:16 – 14:40 = Happiness Beyond Circumstances: Anchoring in God.
14:41 – 18:00 = Nostalgia vs. Embracing the Present Moment.
18:01 – 21:30 = Seasons of Life: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn.
21:31 – 24:20 = Identifying Your Spiritual Season and Finding Growth.
24:21 – 27:11 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing Remarks).

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28 min
December 10, 2024 S06 Ep15 - Does God REALLY give his hardest battles to his toughest soldiers?
In this episode, Stina and Padre tackle the challenging notion of “God gives his hardest battles to his toughest soldiers.” They explore the complexities of suffering and what it truly means to carry our crosses.

Timestamps:
00:00 – 01:20 = Introduction and Context (Exploring the Popular Quote).
01:21 – 05:00 = Initial Reactions to the Quote and Its Sentiment.
05:01 – 08:45 = The Theology of Carrying the Cross: Invitation, Not Imposition.
08:46 – 12:10 = Understanding Suffering in God’s Plan.
12:11 – 15:30 = Offering Suffering as a Radical Form of Love.
15:31 – 18:50 = Walking With Others in Their Suffering.
18:51 – 21:20 = The Importance of Timing and Compassion in Offering Encouragement.
21:21 – 23:40 = Key Takeaways: God’s Role in Suffering and Accompaniment.
23:41 – 24:14 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing).

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25 min