The Last Pew

The Last Pew

By Lori Mainiero and Kendell MartinezReligion & SpiritualityChristianity
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The Last Pew episodes

  • Virtues on Fire: The Flame of Joy

    Today Kendell and Lori dive into the third week of Advent. During this week we light the pink candle to symbolize our JOY. This candle is the Shepherd’s candle, representing the joy of the shepherds at the birth of Christ and the joy we all share in anticipation of His return.

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    23 min
  • Virtues on Fire: The Flame of Peace

    In this second week of Advent, we light the second purple candle, the Bethlehem candle, which symbolizes peace and preparation. This week we reflect on Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem, and the peace that Mary proclaimed in her yes to the Lord. 

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    29 min
  • Virtues on Fire: The Flame of Hope

    Welcome to our special Advent series, Virtues on Fire. This week Kendell and Lori discuss the virtue of Hope, represented by the first candle on the Advent wreath, also called the Prophecy candle. We recall the Old Testament prophecies and the hope that the prophesied Messiah brings to the world.  

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    27 min
  • Holiday Survival Kit: Gratitude

    We're serving up a shorter episode this Thanksgiving week, but hopefully it's just enough to get you through the holidays.  With all the family gatherings gearing up tensions can run high and to-do lists can run away with us. Take a moment to be grateful - for every little thing in your life. 

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    Litany of Gratitude

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    16 min
  • What Even IS a Virtue, Anyway?

    We have our FIRST EVER special guest on the podcast today.  Msgr. Rothell Price, pastor at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, joins Kendell and Lori today to explain what virtues are and how we can cultivate them in our lives. (Hint: It's not hard; it just takes practice!) This episode is the precursor to our special Advent Series, Virtues on Fire. Each week of Advent we will unpack the virtues represented by the four candles of the Advent wreath. 

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    Catechism of the Catholic Church


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    1 hr 6 min
  • Parenting in the Apostolic Age

    No matter the ages of our children, parenting is one tough gig. Today Kendell and Lori discuss the challenges and blessings of guiding these precious souls on the journey to Heaven. 

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    30 min
  • Balancing Prayer

    Deciding what is important and then making enough time for it is not always easy.  This week Kendell and Lori offer some ideas to help you balance prayer with the rest of your busy schedule, making sure that most important conversation with God each day is one of the big rocks in your jar!

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    Pocket Guide to Prayer

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    23 min
  • Satan or the Saints

    It's our 13th episode, but don't be scared! Today Kendell and Lori reflect on how we respond to the Lord - do we give Him the "no" of the Enemy and the fallen angels, or do we give Him the "yes" of the saints? Join us as we prepare not for Halloween, but for All Saints Day!

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    New Orleans Second Lines explained


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    27 min
  • Protect Your Joy: Kick Satan in the Face!

    This week Kendell and Lori are at battle with the principalities and powers, and discovering how to fight the good fight. Join along as they tape up their fists and get battle ready!

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    34 min
  • Your Sin, My Sin

    Kendell and Lori explore the fundamental attribution error as they dive into the judgiest of all topics... sin.  How do we combat our own tendency to judge (and misjudge) others? 

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    Spiritual Survival in the Modern World by Dr. Andrew Swafford

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    37 min

About The Last Pew

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The Last Pew is a Catholic podcast hosted by Lori Mainiero and Kendell Martinez, created for anyone seeking God's love—whether you're front and center at Mass or just making it to the back…