Salted Carmel Podcast

Learn more about the co-host of the show, David Koch, as he gives us a glimpse into his own faith life! He discusses his journey in and out of the seminary and how he has needed sacrifice for others in order to be fulfilled by the faith. 

When is the last time you sacrificed for your spouse, family, or your friends? 

Sean Armie joins this week to discuss his many challenges with accepting the faith and how Jesus used his wife and others to help Sean through the deep depression he felt. He was encouraged to go experience Jesus through CRHP and was disillusioned from his materialistic worldview. 

Jill Rund joined us this week to discuss her journey from being a Catholic rooted in her faith, to a nominal Catholic, then back to an earnest faith! She talks about her struggles with relativism in an "accepting" and "intellectual" world. Listen to how the Lord kept slowly pulling Jill back to Himself, especially through Christ Renews His Parish. 

When is the last time you attended a retreat? We all need to spend time focusing on our relationship with Jesus!

Aurelia joined us this week to speak about her personal journey towards Christ. She is a daughter of the parish and getting her master's degree in theology at Notre Dame! Throughout all the ups and downs of her life, she has the faith that God never abandoned her.

Deacon Paul joins us to tell his rich testimony. His journey is a true testament showing how the Lord can take you exactly where you need to be if you just authentically follow Christ. It starts one day at a time. 

What does Jesus want you to do today?

The catalyst for Fr. James De Oreo's faith comes from the question, "If God is the most important thing in the universe shouldn't the time we spend with Him reflect that?" He talked about his journey to the priesthood and how he ended up in this diocese. His episode is full of impactful spiritual insights and is worth a listen!

Rex, our long-time Music & Liturgy Director, joins us to describe his expansive journey with Christ.  He noted how "God writes straight with crooked lines," which could not be more true when hearing his story.

When is the last time you have discerned God's will for your life?

Ever feel like you are walking in the desert, isolated and empty? Troy explains his experience with the desert and how Jesus has slowly lead him to the Oasis. 

Have you turned to the Lord in the midst of pain? Say thank you to Jesus who is always with you. 

Parishioner and now college missionary, Gabe McHaffie, shares how the Lord prodded his heart through family struggles and sincere prayerful moments. He slowly grew in the desire to help college students find their identity as a "beloved son or daughter of Christ." 

Do you know what your true identity is? What defines your life? 

James, the new Assistant Director of the Merciful HELP Center, joined us to share his impressive testimony! He went from being nominally Catholic to seminary and now is engaged to be married. His story highlights discernment, patience, and the importance of listening in evangelization and prayer.

When is the last time you stopped and listened to the Lord?