Trial by Fire

In an unorthodox podcast, Stacy and Rachel discuss what advent preparation looks like in 2021. From giving a great confession to failed Christmas tree dates, a new challenge is proposed as we continue our reflections and plans for Christmas: What would you do if the Messiah came on December 25th, 2021?

In our returning episode of Trial by Fire, Stacy and Rachel discuss the importance of mental health and steps we take as Catholics to provide the love, security and strength needed for those in our lives struggling with mental disorders that range from suicidal thoughts to anxiety.

*Disclaimer *

If you are struggling with mental health concerns, please seek support from mental health professionals. Services can be found through Catholic Charities and your local Diocesean center if you desire specific Catholic support*

After the conclusion of Episode 22's podcast regarding wokeism and challenging modern claims against the Catholic faith, Stacy and Rachel respond to some of the more interesting comments from the last podcast as well as address additional claims modern Catholic face as they integrate faith into their daily lives.

As Stacy and Rachel share their experiences navigating the relationship between the tradition-based Catholic faith with modern secularism and "wokeism," they share their perspectives on the most common negative claims today's Catholics face as they defend the faith to the world.

Stacy and Rachel discuss what reopening at their local parish has been like for them and their designated roles. As the world prepares to reopen and return to church, how are we called to respond when the world challenges our faith and the laws it is founded on?

Stacy & Rachel discuss the honest reality of spiritual laziness and how it manifests in our day-to-day lives. From feelings of burnout to intentional isolation from the Lord, we are challenged to prioritize the will of God first, even when its more comfortable to say no.

As we begin to see the light of pandemic tunnel, the Lord has been giving each of us an invitation to come home to mass. In a discussion looking at the beauties and challenges the pandemic has placed upon our church communities, we also strive to see invitations to do more in our faith while honoring the traditions of the rituals we participate in and bear witness to each time we come to mass.

This week, our podcast hostesses, Stacy & Rachel, come from a place of excitement and reflection as we discuss Holy Week and what that looks like in a 2021 world. This time has not only produced changes to tradition, but invitations to participate in our church community in brand new ways. In this eager invitation to our listeners, it is time to participate in one of the most special times of the Catholic faith and pray to clarity as we discover where we are being called to serve in our church communities as we rebuild in the "new normal."

We are halfway through Stacy's favorite season, Lent, so it is a great time to reflect on how its going. As Rachel shares her lenten analysis of "Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us," they discuss what it truly means to forgive and the incredible powers and strength in the Lord's mercy.

In this very special episode of Trial by Fire, we honor mothers in this devotion that is especially reflective during the Lenten season. Stacy guides us through the 7 Sorrows of Mary as we discuss the unspoken victories and sorrows of motherhood.