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What do you do when someone you love walks away from the faith and you feel like it’s your responsibility to bring them back? 

Do you feel the pressure to say the right thing or do just enough to bring them back?

In this encouraging episode, I’m joined by Kristine Bruce, founder of Praying for Our Prodigals, to talk about one of the hardest crosses many faithful women carry: loving someone who has left the Church.

Kristine shares her personal journey of walking through this pain with her own children and how God transformed her fear, striving, and self-blame into peace, trust, and surrender.

Together, we unpack what it really looks like to support your loved ones without turning their faith into your responsibility and how to partner with God instead of trying to replace Him.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why your loved one’s faith is not your responsibility to fix
• The four pillars that bring peace and direction
• What to do when prayers feel unanswered… even after years 
• Why nagging often pushes people further away (and what to do instead) 

Kristine's Links

• Website: Praying for Our Prodigals

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What if your path to sainthood isn’t found in perfect routines, but in the middle of dishes, distractions, and your very real, very messy life?  

In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, I’m joined by Catholic revert, wife, and mom of nine, Kristen Dean, host of the Choppin' Wood podcast, as she shares her powerful reversion story from a lukewarm, party-girl faith to a life set on fire for Christ.  

After a true “come to Jesus” moment, Kristen began pursuing her faith with intensity only to find herself wrestling with perfectionism, burnout, and the pressure to “do it all right.” 

Together, we unpack what it looks like to live out your Catholic faith in the domestic church, embrace your state in life, and encounter Christ in the hidden, ordinary moments of your day. 

In this episode, we talk about: 

•  How to pray without the pressure of a “perfect routine”  
•  Turning your inner dialogue into constant conversation with God  
•  Living the Little Way in modern motherhood  
•  The role of the saints as real, present companions  
•  Finding God in desolation, distraction, and daily chaos  

Links Mentioned: 

• Check out the Choppin' Wood Podcast and connect on Instagram @choppinwoodpod and Facebook at Choppin' Wood Podcast 

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• If this episode has blessed you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered content for women who are hungry for truth, rest, and deeper relationship with God. Every bit helps—thank you for being part of this mission. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. You can also support the show by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. 

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• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email [email protected] 
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Feeling overwhelmed by all the things you could do—but unsure what God is actually calling you to pursue? 

In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Kylie interviews Suzanne Bracci to unpack what’s really happening when your thoughts feel scattered, pressured, and out of control.

Together, they explore the difference between coaching and therapy, how your thoughts shape your emotions and actions, and simple, faith-filled ways to move from stress and anxiety into clarity, peace, and forward momentum.

You’ll learn how to:

•  Shift from problem-focused thinking to solution-focused action 
•  Recognize the hidden signs of stress and overwhelm 
•  Use Scripture and prayer to renew your mindset 
•  Start small, build momentum, and take aligned next steps 
•  Release resentment, surrender control, and trust God more deeply 

If you’ve been feeling stuck, mentally cluttered, or stretched too thin—this conversation will help you breathe again, refocus, and move forward with peace and purpose.

Links Mentioned:

• Learn more about Suzanne and her work at suzannebracci.com

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• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email [email protected] 
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What if the way you see Christ and even the Church is only a small piece of a much bigger, more beautiful reality? 

In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Dr. Jennifer Bryson helps us rediscover a deeper, more grounded understanding of faith, identity, and trust in the Church—especially in times of confusion, suffering, or doubt. 

We explore how your understanding of Christ is always growing and why that’s actually a gift. Through the wisdom of Ida Görres, you’ll discover a new way to see your faith, your identity, and even the brokenness within the Church. 

We talk about rebuilding your identity in Christ, why theology is more than head knowledge, and how to hold onto trust in seasons of confusion and suffering. This episode offers a deeply hopeful reminder: even when everything feels uncertain, “bread grows in winter.”

If you’ve ever wrestled with your faith or questioned what you see, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, encouraged, and not alone. 

Links Mentioned:

• Book referenced can be found here: https://www.jenniferbryson.net/

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• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email [email protected] 
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How do you know when something is truly from God and how do you find the courage to say yes when the path ahead is uncertain?  

Maybe you’re longing to trust God more deeply but feel afraid of what that “yes” might require.    

In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Brooke Joiner shares her remarkable journey of conversion, radical trust, and unexpected encounters that led to the founding of Catholic Owned, a platform helping Catholics support faithful businesses and build a stronger Catholic economy.   

If you’ve ever wrestled with discerning God’s will, trusting Him with your future, or finding the courage to follow where He leads, this conversation is for you. 

Together, we talk about: 

• How to discern God’s voice and recognize His invitations in everyday life 
• What it looks like to say yes to God even when the path isn’t clear 
• The role of prayer, the Rosary, and Marian devotion in hearing God more clearly 
• Why supporting Catholic businesses matters 

This episode will encourage you to trust God more deeply, recognize His guidance, and remember that even the smallest yes can lead to a mission far bigger than you imagined. 

Links Mentioned:

• Catholic Owned: www.catholicowned.com
• Attend the Catholic Economy Forum 2026 - Use Code CATHOLICOWNED for 25% off your ticket

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• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email [email protected] 
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You’re trying to do the right thing.

You’re showing up for your family, your responsibilities, your faith…
and you keep going—even when you’re tired.

Because that’s what love does, right?

But there’s a point where something shifts.

You hit your limit…
and instead of stopping, you keep going.

And over time, that starts to affect your peace…
and your joy.

In this conversation, I’m joined by Deacon Kevin Cummings, who shares from his work with women through Deacons of Hope—walking closely with those in some of the most vulnerable and difficult situations.

He speaks to something we don’t often name:

That women don’t just give…
we keep going past the point of “enough.”

We talk about why that happens—
and how easy it is to lose sight of where that line even is.

We also talk about:

• Why women often keep going when many men would stop
• How to recognize when you’ve already gone past your limit
• What it actually means to know, love, and serve God in your daily life
• Why prayer matters if you want to stay rooted in what God is asking
• And how peace and joy are connected to living that out—not just doing more

Links Mentioned:

• Deacons of Hope (learn more or support the mission):
  https://deaconsofhope.org
• https://stmaryshomeformothers.org/ 
• https://www.nativityhousekc.org/about-us.html

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• If this episode has blessed you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered content for women who are hungry for truth, rest, and deeper relationship with God. Every bit helps—thank you for being part of this mission. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. You can also support the show by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. 

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• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email [email protected] 
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There’s a kind of woman who doesn’t really stop.

She might sit down. She might take a break.
But her mind doesn’t.

It keeps running—
thinking about the conversation, the decision, the problem that hasn’t been solved yet.

Because somewhere along the way, she learned that staying in it…
is what responsible people do.

But what if that’s actually the thing keeping you stuck?

In today’s conversation, I sit down with Bruce Wawrzyniak, Obl.S.B of Catholic Sports Radio, and we get into a shift that sounds almost too simple—but has real consequences for how you experience both your work and your life.

We talk about why constantly thinking about your problems doesn’t make you more productive…
how your inability to step away might actually be draining your clarity…
and what it looks like to create space—not just physically, but mentally and spiritually.

This isn’t about doing less for the sake of doing less.
It’s about finally seeing clearly enough to do what actually matters.

If you’re the woman who feels like everything depends on her…
and stepping away feels irresponsible—
this episode might challenge you in the best way.

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Listen to Catholic Sports Radio with Bruce Wawrzyniak

• https://catholicsportsradio.net/

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• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email [email protected] 
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If you’ve ever started Lent with the best intentions… only to feel frustrated, discouraged, or right back in the same habits a few days later — you are not alone.

In this conversation, I’m joined by Denise Jelinek, a Catholic coach and founder of Weight Loss with the Holy Spirit, to talk about what’s really going on beneath the surface when fasting feels hard.

Because often, it’s not just about giving something up.

It’s what comes up when it’s gone.

We talk about:

• Why fasting can feel harder than expected 
• The difference between true spiritual growth and just “white-knuckling it”
• Common spiritual attacks that show up when you’re trying to grow
• How food, comfort, and control can become substitutes for God
• What to do when you feel like you’ve “failed” your fast
• How to approach fasting in a way that actually brings you closer to the Lord

This episode is especially for the woman who loves God… but feels stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-reliance, or turning to other things for comfort.

You’re not behind.
You’re not doing it wrong.
And you haven’t missed your moment.

There is still time to begin again.

Connect with Denise

• Connect on IG: @catholicweightloss
• Learn more about working with Denise: www.weightlosswiththeholyspirit.com

Connect with Kylie

• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE 
• If you’re ready to trade overwhelm to peace, join me for Becoming a Living Yes—an 8-week coaching cohort designed to help you find peace and freedom in the everyday. Visit t kyliemhein.com/livingyes for more information. 
• https://www.kyliemhein.com
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Motherhood can feel loud, full, and overwhelming.

Between the arguments, the laundry, the schedules, the needs, and the constant interruptions, it’s easy to find yourself just trying to survive the day — quietly hoping that the next season will finally feel calmer.

But what if the invitation isn’t to escape the chaos… but to learn how to live faithfully within it?

In this episode, Kylie sits down with writer and mother of seven, Jessica Fickle, the voice behind Gratefully Wild Home. Jessica shares honest stories from family life — from raising seven children in twelve years, to homeschooling, to navigating overwhelming seasons with faith and gratitude.

Jessica also shares the incredible story of the birth of her sixth child — delivered unexpectedly in their driveway — and how trusting God in moments of chaos can bring surprising peace.

Together they talk about:

• How to embrace the reality of a “full and chaotic” family life
• Finding gratitude in overwhelming seasons of motherhood
• Practical ways to bring prayer into a busy home
• Recognizing when you’re surviving instead of thriving
• How to discern when something in your life needs to change
• Why focusing on what God has given you can transform your perspective

This conversation is like sitting down with a friend over coffee — honest, faith-filled, and full of encouragement for mothers navigating the beautiful and exhausting vocation of family life.

Because sometimes the peace we’re looking for isn’t in a calmer season… but in learning to trust God in the one we’re already in.

Connect with Jessica

• Gratefully Wild Home Blog
• On IG @gratefullywildhome 
• On FB @gratefullywildhome

Connect with Kylie

• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE 
• If you’re ready to trade overwhelm to peace, join me for Becoming a Living Yes—an 8-week coaching cohort designed to help you find peace and freedom in the everyday. Visit t kyliemhein.com/livingyes for more information. 
• https://www.kyliemhein.com
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What if the way you see your body is quietly shaping the way you see God?

In this episode, I’m joined by Christina Valenzuela of Pearl & Thistle to talk about women’s health, Natural Family Planning, and the deeper spiritual implications of body literacy.

We discuss:

• Why so many women feel confused or embarrassed about their cycles
• How to know what’s “normal” and when to advocate for yourself
• The frustration and guilt many couples experience with NFP
• What the Church actually means by “serious reasons” for avoiding pregnancy
• Why understanding your body can actually strengthen your spiritual life

If you’ve ever felt dismissed by a doctor…
Guilty for struggling with NFP…
Or quietly frustrated with your body…

This conversation will bring clarity, compassion, and freedom.

Because reclaiming the goodness of your body isn’t just about health — it’s about trust. And the way we view our bodies often reveals how we view the God who designed them.

Christina brings both theological depth and practical wisdom to a topic that many Catholic women carry quietly. You are not crazy. You are not alone. And your body is not the enemy.

Blog Posts Discussed

• Abstainers and Moderators 
• Grave Reasons: Magnanimity and "Nunya"

Connect with Christina

• Pearl & Thistle, LLC: pearlandthistle.com
• On IG @pearlandthistle
• On FB @pearlandthistle

Connect with Kylie

• Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email [email protected] 
• If you’re ready to trade overwhelm to peace, join me for Becoming a Living Yes—an 8-week coaching cohort designed to help you find peace and freedom in the everyday. Visit t kyliemhein.com/livingyes for more information. 
• https://www.kyliemhein.com
• On IG @kyliemhein

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