Saints for Slacker is a NEW Podcast that launched in Lent 2021 to share little inspirations for those who need hope but just can’t take one more friggin’ thing. Back by popular demand, Season 2 begins September 14th!Each episode centers on a brief reflection of a different saint with a new hilarious &#34;wannabe patron saint&#34; generated by our team of slackers. Not meant to make light of striving for holiness, but rather to help lighten our hearts that have endured such great hardships, especially over the past year. Podcasts are presented by our ministry teams and special guests, and have been enjoyed by kids to retirees!Please join us! It&#39;s fun and inspiring, as we&#39;re all called to holiness - even us slackers!

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Catch the highlights on Season 2 with the podcast co-hosts and the brainchild of Saints for Slackers! **Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=10411" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/season-2-finale-of-saints-for-slackers/</a> Please support our sponsor, Pio Prints. Check out their original Feast Day plate! It makes a perfect gift for baptisms, baby showers, and confirmations! Join in on the fun and add feast day celebrations to your family traditions. Get your Feast Day plate now at <a href="http://pioprints.com" rel="nofollow">pioprints.com</a>. PRE-ORDER YOUR ADVENT PACK HERE: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/</a> Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; Contributor Tammi McCarthy, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Wrapping up Season 2!

Catch the highlights on Season 2 with the podcast co-hosts and the brainchild of Saints for Slackers!


**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/season-2-finale-of-saints-for-slackers/


Please support our sponsor, Pio Prints. Check out their original Feast Day plate! It makes a perfect gift for baptisms, baby showers, and confirmations! Join in on the fun and add feast day celebrations to your family traditions. Get your Feast Day plate now at pioprints.com.


PRE-ORDER YOUR ADVENT PACK HERE: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/


Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; Contributor Tammi McCarthy, and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Episode 17: Season 2 Finale of Saints for Slackers

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Pure Love, Pure Joy Blessed Imelda Lambertini is the patron saint of First Communicants for her example of joyful reception of the Blessed Sacrament. She reminds us that no matter our age, we are called to be witnesses to God’s love in joyful surrender. Our editor, Caitlyn Pszonka, is back today to share our final saint of season 2 before this Thursday’s finale – which you don’t want to miss! Caitlyn loves to get at deeper truths through telling stories in various forms, including novels, poems, plays, and songs. Visit hearttosacredheart.com to see her striking visual art plus reflections on diving ever deeper in love with God.  **Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-imelda-lambertini/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-imelda-lambertini/</a> Please support our sponsor, Pio Prints. Check out their original Feast Day plate! It makes a perfect gift for baptisms, baby showers, and confirmations! Join in on the fun and add feast day celebrations to your family traditions. Get your Feast Day plate now at <a href="http://pioprints.com" rel="nofollow">pioprints.com</a>. PRE-ORDER YOUR ADVENT PACK HERE: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/</a> Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Pure Love, Pure Joy

Blessed Imelda Lambertini is the patron saint of First Communicants for her example of joyful reception of the Blessed Sacrament. She reminds us that no matter our age, we are called to be witnesses to God’s love in joyful surrender.


Our editor, Caitlyn Pszonka, is back today to share our final saint of season 2 before this Thursday’s finale – which you don’t want to miss!


Caitlyn loves to get at deeper truths through telling stories in various forms, including novels, poems, plays, and songs. Visit hearttosacredheart.com to see her striking visual art plus reflections on diving ever deeper in love with God. 


**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-imelda-lambertini/


Please support our sponsor, Pio Prints. Check out their original Feast Day plate! It makes a perfect gift for baptisms, baby showers, and confirmations! Join in on the fun and add feast day celebrations to your family traditions. Get your Feast Day plate now at pioprints.com.


PRE-ORDER YOUR ADVENT PACK HERE: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/


Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Episode 16: Blessed Imelda Lambertini

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Young Martyr, Inspiring Faith St. Peter Yu Tae Chol, a Korean martyr, was 13 years old when he was martyred for his faith during a time of severe persecution for Korean Catholics. This youth’s radical faith is an example of pure, selfless love of God. We’re bringing our last but definitely not least guest podcaster of season 2 to you today. After Asian Hate crimes rose 76% in 2020 (according to the FBI), we felt called to feature at least 1 Asian saint by an Asian guest podcaster this season. You can imagine how thrilled we were when we got two! Today is the second of two religious sisters of Korean decent. Sr. Clara Choi is a Korean-American sister. After graduating from college, she joined the Sisters of the Blessed Korean Martyrs (SBKM) in 2010, receiving her formation in Mexico. In 2020, she made her perpetual vows in Korea, and is part of the Quasi-Province of Americas that serves in Mexico, Peru, and USA. **Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-peter-yu-tae-cho/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-peter-yu-tae-chol/</a> Please support our sponsor, Pio Prints. Check out their original Feast Day plate! It makes a perfect gift for baptisms, baby showers, and confirmations! Join in on the fun and add feast day celebrations to your family traditions. Get your Feast Day plate now at <a href="http://pioprints.com" rel="nofollow">pioprints.com</a>. PRE-ORDER YOUR ADVENT PACK HERE: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/</a> Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Young Martyr, Inspiring Faith

St. Peter Yu Tae Chol, a Korean martyr, was 13 years old when he was martyred for his faith during a time of severe persecution for Korean Catholics. This youth’s radical faith is an example of pure, selfless love of God.

We’re bringing our last but definitely not least guest podcaster of season 2 to you today. After Asian Hate crimes rose 76% in 2020 (according to the FBI), we felt called to feature at least 1 Asian saint by an Asian guest podcaster this season. You can imagine how thrilled we were when we got two! Today is the second of two religious sisters of Korean decent.

Sr. Clara Choi is a Korean-American sister. After graduating from college, she joined the Sisters of the Blessed Korean Martyrs (SBKM) in 2010, receiving her formation in Mexico. In 2020, she made her perpetual vows in Korea, and is part of the Quasi-Province of Americas that serves in Mexico, Peru, and USA.


**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-peter-yu-tae-cho/

Please support our sponsor, Pio Prints. Check out their original Feast Day plate! It makes a perfect gift for baptisms, baby showers, and confirmations! Join in on the fun and add feast day celebrations to your family traditions. Get your Feast Day plate now at pioprints.com.

PRE-ORDER YOUR ADVENT PACK HERE: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.


Episode 15: St. Peter Yu Tae Chol

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A Saint for the Ordinary St. Zita was born to a poor family who taught her the value of service to God and neighbor. Despite hardships, abuse, and misunderstandings, she remained steadfast in faith and prayer, committing all her work to God. We’re back today with Little With Great Love contributor, Bridget Holtz. Bridget is our resident caregiver serving as a pediatric nurse, cherished dog mom, world traveler, and lover of color and kindness. She has worked with the underserved, both here and abroad, throughout her life – standing with the impoverished in whatever ways they need. Check out her beautiful blogs and other podcasts from Seasons 1 + 2 at littlewithgreatlove.com. **Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-zita/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-zita/</a> Please support our sponsor, Pio Prints. Check out their original Feast Day plate! It makes a perfect gift for baptisms, baby showers, and confirmations! Join in on the fun and add feast day celebrations to your family traditions. Get your Feast Day plate now at <a href="http://pioprints.com" rel="nofollow">pioprints.com</a>. PRE-ORDER YOUR ADVENT PACK HERE: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/</a> Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

A Saint for the Ordinary

St. Zita was born to a poor family who taught her the value of service to God and neighbor. Despite hardships, abuse, and misunderstandings, she remained steadfast in faith and prayer, committing all her work to God.


We’re back today with Little With Great Love contributor, Bridget Holtz.


Bridget is our resident caregiver serving as a pediatric nurse, cherished dog mom, world traveler, and lover of color and kindness. She has worked with the underserved, both here and abroad, throughout her life – standing with the impoverished in whatever ways they need. Check out her beautiful blogs and other podcasts from Seasons 1 + 2 at littlewithgreatlove.com.

**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-zita/

Please support our sponsor, Pio Prints. Check out their original Feast Day plate! It makes a perfect gift for baptisms, baby showers, and confirmations! Join in on the fun and add feast day celebrations to your family traditions. Get your Feast Day plate now at pioprints.com.


PRE-ORDER YOUR ADVENT PACK HERE: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/


Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Episode 14: St. Zita

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A Korean Witness to God’s Love St. Andrew Kim was born in Korea, and left for seminary training before later returning to Korea to serve as a missionary, where he served generously and ultimately gave his life for the faith. Today’s special guest podcaster checks off two firsts for our podcast – our first nun and Korean immigrant! Born in Seoul, Korea, Sister Juana Teresa was baptized as Helen Chung. Even as a little child she knew that God had a unique and special plan for her life. Helen’s family immigrated to Paraguay, where she learned to speak Spanish, and later to Canada. After she received the sacrament of Confirmation and had a deep, personal encounter with God through the baptism in the Holy Spirit, Helen desired to respond to God’s great love discerning that she was called to be a religious Sister. In October of 1992, she joined the Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ and received the name Sr. Juana Teresa. Becoming a Sister was a response of love, one that the Lord called her to, to learn to love. She is still learning that each day by following in the footsteps of Jesus amongst her community in Texas. Read more about Sr. Juana, with a link to her community, on our blog! **Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-andrew-kim-dae-gun/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-andrew-kim-dae-gun/</a> Red Bird Ministries is a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. They help ordinary families who have been given an extraordinary cross to carry, by systematically guiding them through the complexity and trauma that happens after suffering child loss.  Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">redbird.love</a>. Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/</a> PRE-ORDER ADVENT PACK HERE: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/</a> Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

A Korean Witness to God’s Love

St. Andrew Kim was born in Korea, and left for seminary training before later returning to Korea to serve as a missionary, where he served generously and ultimately gave his life for the faith.

Today’s special guest podcaster checks off two firsts for our podcast – our first nun and Korean immigrant!

Born in Seoul, Korea, Sister Juana Teresa was baptized as Helen Chung. Even as a little child she knew that God had a unique and special plan for her life. Helen’s family immigrated to Paraguay, where she learned to speak Spanish, and later to Canada. After she received the sacrament of Confirmation and had a deep, personal encounter with God through the baptism in the Holy Spirit, Helen desired to respond to God’s great love discerning that she was called to be a religious Sister.

In October of 1992, she joined the Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ and received the name Sr. Juana Teresa. Becoming a Sister was a response of love, one that the Lord called her to, to learn to love. She is still learning that each day by following in the footsteps of Jesus amongst her community in Texas. Read more about Sr. Juana, with a link to her community, on our blog!

**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-andrew-kim-dae-gun/

Red Bird Ministries is a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. They help ordinary families who have been given an extraordinary cross to carry, by systematically guiding them through the complexity and trauma that happens after suffering child loss. 

Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at redbird.love.

Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/

PRE-ORDER ADVENT PACK HERE: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/advent-ebook-holy-family/

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 13: St. Andrew Kim

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Blind, Hunchback, Outcast, Miracle Worker Blessed Margaret of Costello was born blind and lame and at an early age was rejected by her parents. Despite these early difficulties, Margaret prayed and performed miracles for all who sought her aid. We’ve got another exceptional new guest contributor for you today. Bryan Mercier is a Catholic speaker, retreat leader, YouTuber, author, and the president of Catholic Truth. He has been aired on national TV and radio including Ave Maria Radio, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Relevant Radio, and EWTN.A professional apologist, Bryan has over 20 years of field experience teaching Catholics to discover, deepen, and defend their faith! He holds a master’s degree in Theology from Holy Apostles College and Seminary and has written two books: Counterfeit Spirituality and Why Do You Believe In GOD? Check out his popular Catholic Truth YouTube channel.  Website: <a href="https://thecatholictruth.org/" rel="nofollow">https://thecatholictruth.org/</a>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/Mowfest" rel="nofollow">Catholic Truth</a>Podcast: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1157177" rel="nofollow">Catholic Truth Podcast</a> **Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/saint-margaret-of-costello/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/saint-margaret-of-costello/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including Founder Kelly Breaux’s autobiography, Hiding In the Upper Room, online at <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">redbird.love</a>. Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/</a> Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Blind, Hunchback, Outcast, Miracle Worker

Blessed Margaret of Costello was born blind and lame and at an early age was rejected by her parents. Despite these early difficulties, Margaret prayed and performed miracles for all who sought her aid.



We’ve got another exceptional new guest contributor for you today.



Bryan Mercier is a Catholic speaker, retreat leader, YouTuber, author, and the president of Catholic Truth. He has been aired on national TV and radio including Ave Maria Radio, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Relevant Radio, and EWTN.

A professional apologist, Bryan has over 20 years of field experience teaching Catholics to discover, deepen, and defend their faith! He holds a master’s degree in Theology from Holy Apostles College and Seminary and has written two books: Counterfeit Spirituality and Why Do You Believe In GOD? Check out his popular Catholic Truth YouTube channel. 



Website: https://thecatholictruth.org/

YouTube: Catholic Truth

Podcast: Catholic Truth Podcast



**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/saint-margaret-of-costello/



This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including Founder Kelly Breaux’s autobiography, Hiding In the Upper Room, online at redbird.love.



Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/



Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 12: Bl. Margaret of Costello

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Bold and Persistent in Christ St. Catherine of Siena is known for her outspokenness and courage in the face of adversity. Recognized today as a Doctor of the Church, she shows us how holy perseverance can transform the world. We’ve got the spiritual mom, contributor, and speaker of our team back for her round 2 of season 2 today. Tammi McCarthy is a wife of 20 years, mom of 5, homeschooler, and blogger that lives outside of Philly. You’ll find a blending of humor, sarcasm, faith and family on her Instagram and blog, Chasing Time and Drinking Wine. She’s hilarious and faith-filled, so go follow her if you haven’t already!   **Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-catherine-of-siena/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-catherine-of-siena/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including Founder Kelly Breaux’s autobiography, Hiding In the Upper Room, online at <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">redbird.love</a>. Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/</a> Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Bold and Persistent in Christ

St. Catherine of Siena is known for her outspokenness and courage in the face of adversity. Recognized today as a Doctor of the Church, she shows us how holy perseverance can transform the world.


We’ve got the spiritual mom, contributor, and speaker of our team back for her round 2 of season 2 today.


Tammi McCarthy is a wife of 20 years, mom of 5, homeschooler, and blogger that lives outside of Philly. You’ll find a blending of humor, sarcasm, faith and family on her Instagram and blog, Chasing Time and Drinking Wine. She’s hilarious and faith-filled, so go follow her if you haven’t already!  


**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-catherine-of-siena/


This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including Founder Kelly Breaux’s autobiography, Hiding In the Upper Room, online at redbird.love.


Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/


Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 11: St. Catherine of Siena

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Dragonslaying Wonder WomanSt. Margaret of Antioch is an inspiration for how to fight and win spiritual battles. She faced strong opposition and intense persecution, but she remained steadfast in her faith, continually saying “yes” to all that God asked of her.Today, Little With Great Love contributor Danielle Knight is back! Danielle is a creative storyteller with a passion for sharing God’s relentless love with others. In case you missed her earlier episodes –you’ll love Episode #2 from this season, and Episodes 9 and 33 from Season 1. Plus, her original collection of beautiful stories at <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/" rel="nofollow">littlewithgreatlove.com</a>.**Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-margaret-of-antioch/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-margaret-of-antioch/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including Founder Kelly Breaux’s autobiography, Hiding In the Upper Room, online at <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">redbird.love</a>.Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/</a>Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Dragonslaying Wonder Woman

St. Margaret of Antioch is an inspiration for how to fight and win spiritual battles. She faced strong opposition and intense persecution, but she remained steadfast in her faith, continually saying “yes” to all that God asked of her.

Today, Little With Great Love contributor Danielle Knight is back! Danielle is a creative storyteller with a passion for sharing God’s relentless love with others. In case you missed her earlier episodes –you’ll love Episode #2 from this season, and Episodes 9 and 33 from Season 1. Plus, her original collection of beautiful stories at littlewithgreatlove.com.

**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-margaret-of-antioch/

This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including Founder Kelly Breaux’s autobiography, Hiding In the Upper Room, online at redbird.love.

Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 10: St. Margaret of Antioch

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Virgin, Witness, WarriorSt. Catherine of Alexandria was martyred for her faith around the early 4th century. She debated pagan philosophers of her time, convinced many souls to convert to Christianity, and is revered both in the East and the West.We have Little With Great Love’s NEW editor, Caitlyn Pszonka as our podcaster today!Caitlyn is first and foremost a beloved daughter of God and uses her gifts as a co-creator for love of Him and His Body, the Church. With degrees in Creative Writing and Theology, she loves to get at deeper truths through telling stories in various forms, including novels, poems, plays, and songs. She shares her visual art, in addition to reflections on diving ever deeper in love with God, at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hearttosacredheart/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">Heart to Sacred Heart</a>.**Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-catherine-of-alexandria/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-catherine-of-alexandria/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day Consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">redbird.love</a>.Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/</a>Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Virgin, Witness, Warrior

St. Catherine of Alexandria was martyred for her faith around the early 4th century. She debated pagan philosophers of her time, convinced many souls to convert to Christianity, and is revered both in the East and the West.

We have Little With Great Love’s NEW editor, Caitlyn Pszonka as our podcaster today!

Caitlyn is first and foremost a beloved daughter of God and uses her gifts as a co-creator for love of Him and His Body, the Church. With degrees in Creative Writing and Theology, she loves to get at deeper truths through telling stories in various forms, including novels, poems, plays, and songs. She shares her visual art, in addition to reflections on diving ever deeper in love with God, at Heart to Sacred Heart.

**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-catherine-of-alexandria/

This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day Consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at redbird.love.

Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 9: St. Catherine of Alexandria

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Patron of Puppies and PeaceFrancis of Assisi is best known for being patron saint of animals. In describing her personal relationship with this great saint, Alyssa takes us deeper into Francis’s recognition of the goodness, joy, and beauty in all of God’s creation.We have Little With Great Love contributor Alyssa Sanchez back today.Alyssa is not only one of our Co-host Jeff’s favorite podcasters, but she also is one of his favorite people. And that’s not just because she is his daughter. Among her various roles, she serves as our team’s Social Media Manager and the talented designer of most of the stylish apparel, gear, and free downloads in our online shop. But don’t take my word for it, go check out her handiwork for yourself!  Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/</a>**Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-francis-of-assisi/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-francis-of-assisi/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day Consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">redbird.love</a>.Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Patron of Puppies and Peace

Francis of Assisi is best known for being patron saint of animals. In describing her personal relationship with this great saint, Alyssa takes us deeper into Francis’s recognition of the goodness, joy, and beauty in all of God’s creation.

We have Little With Great Love contributor Alyssa Sanchez back today.

Alyssa is not only one of our Co-host Jeff’s favorite podcasters, but she also is one of his favorite people. And that’s not just because she is his daughter. Among her various roles, she serves as our team’s Social Media Manager and the talented designer of most of the stylish apparel, gear, and free downloads in our online shop. But don’t take my word for it, go check out her handiwork for yourself!  

Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/

**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-francis-of-assisi/

This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day Consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at redbird.love.

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 8: St. Francis of Assisi

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Swedish Royalty, Child of GodSt. Bridget of Sweden was born into royalty, but gave it all away in order to live a life of service to the poor. She founded the Bridgettine order and fought for reform in the Church.We&#39;ve got another Little With Great Love contributor and Season 1 podcaster back to inspire you today.Bridget Holtz is a deep-thinking, compassionate caregiver with a love for color, culture, travel, kindness, and the encouraging word. A pediatric nurse, she’s worked in a variety of settings - including with the underserved in the US and abroad. She carries a particular call to stand with the impoverished in whatever way they are affected. Bridget currently lives in Austin, TX with her dogs Nigel &amp; Callie. Read Bridget’s blog posts <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/author/hankholtz/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.**Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-bridget-of-sweden/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-bridget-of-sweden/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day Consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">redbird.love</a>.Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/</a>Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Swedish Royalty, Child of God

St. Bridget of Sweden was born into royalty, but gave it all away in order to live a life of service to the poor. She founded the Bridgettine order and fought for reform in the Church.

We've got another Little With Great Love contributor and Season 1 podcaster back to inspire you today.

Bridget Holtz is a deep-thinking, compassionate caregiver with a love for color, culture, travel, kindness, and the encouraging word. A pediatric nurse, she’s worked in a variety of settings - including with the underserved in the US and abroad. She carries a particular call to stand with the impoverished in whatever way they are affected. Bridget currently lives in Austin, TX with her dogs Nigel & Callie. 

Read Bridget’s blog posts here.

**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-bridget-of-sweden/

This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day Consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at redbird.love.

Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 7: St. Bridget of Sweden

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Walking With Those Who WaitElizabeth of the Trinity had to wait many years before she was able to live the vocation to which God was calling her. During her wait, she learned and shares with us a bridge between silent contemplation and the service of daily life.Today, we have our next remarkable guest podcaster, Claire Dwyer.Claire lives in Arizona with her husband and six children who range in age from 23 to 9. She works for the Avila Foundation and writes and speaks on topics such as authentic femininity, discernment of one’s personal vocation, and living fully the present moment. At <a href="https://eventhesparrow.com/" rel="nofollow">EventheSparrow.com</a> she writes on everything from saints to the spiritual life to the sacramentality of the everyday. Earlier this year she published her first book, <a href="https://eventhesparrow.com/pre-order-my-book-now/" rel="nofollow">This Present Paradise: A Spiritual Journey with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity</a>. Her passion is to help fellow followers of Christ see the beauty and possibility of their interior lives and own their unrepeatable place in the Church.**Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-elizabeth-of-the-trinity/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-elizabeth-of-the-trinity/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Armadei.com" rel="nofollow">Armadei.com</a>. Use the promo code SLACKER15 for 15% off the purchase of any of Arma Dei’s Catholic books, Saints or Catechism Quizzing Cards and over 60 Catholic Craft Kits!Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/</a>Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Walking With Those Who Wait

Elizabeth of the Trinity had to wait many years before she was able to live the vocation to which God was calling her. During her wait, she learned and shares with us a bridge between silent contemplation and the service of daily life.

Today, we have our next remarkable guest podcaster, Claire Dwyer.

Claire lives in Arizona with her husband and six children who range in age from 23 to 9. She works for the Avila Foundation and writes and speaks on topics such as authentic femininity, discernment of one’s personal vocation, and living fully the present moment. 

At EventheSparrow.com she writes on everything from saints to the spiritual life to the sacramentality of the everyday. Earlier this year she published her first book, This Present Paradise: A Spiritual Journey with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity. Her passion is to help fellow followers of Christ see the beauty and possibility of their interior lives and own their unrepeatable place in the Church.

**Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-elizabeth-of-the-trinity/

This podcast is sponsored by: Armadei.com. Use the promo code SLACKER15 for 15% off the purchase of any of Arma Dei’s Catholic books, Saints or Catechism Quizzing Cards and over 60 Catholic Craft Kits!

Check out our 3 collections of Saints for Slackers swag (hoodies, tees, mugs, stickers, totes, etc) at: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 6: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity

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A Woman Who Fought for Freedom After SlaveryMany of us struggle to allow God’s light to penetrate our hearts. St. Josephine Bakhita, who was sold into slavery as a young child, can show us a model of openness to God’s love, joy, and the freedom He offers, even after great suffering and abuse.Today’s podcaster is Tammi McCarthy, the first person to utter the words “saints for slackers.” She is back as our podcaster today! A Little With Great Love contributor &amp; speaker, Tammi has blogged for many years about parenting, homeschooling, marriage, and family on her blog, Chasing Time and Drinking Wine. A hilarious mom of five, she sprinkles humor and sarcasm into many of her Instagram posts and blogs. She lives with her Irish husband of 20 years and kids outside Philadelphia. Tammi recently shifted the focus of her blog to be authentically Catholic as she strives to “fill the banquet table of the Lord.” Check out her blog, Chasing Time and Drinking Wine, <a href="https://chasingtimeanddrinkingwine.com/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.Read Tammi’s blog posts <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/author/tmac/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-josephine-bakhita/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-josephine-bakhita/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day Consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">redbird.love</a>.Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

A Woman Who Fought for Freedom After Slavery

Many of us struggle to allow God’s light to penetrate our hearts. St. Josephine Bakhita, who was sold into slavery as a young child, can show us a model of openness to God’s love, joy, and the freedom He offers, even after great suffering and abuse.

Today’s podcaster is Tammi McCarthy, the first person to utter the words “saints for slackers.” She is back as our podcaster today! 

A Little With Great Love contributor & speaker, Tammi has blogged for many years about parenting, homeschooling, marriage, and family on her blog, Chasing Time and Drinking Wine. A hilarious mom of five, she sprinkles humor and sarcasm into many of her Instagram posts and blogs. She lives with her Irish husband of 20 years and kids outside Philadelphia. Tammi recently shifted the focus of her blog to be authentically Catholic as she strives to “fill the banquet table of the Lord.” 

Check out her blog, Chasing Time and Drinking Wine, here.

Read Tammi’s blog posts here.

Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-josephine-bakhita/

This podcast is sponsored by: Red Bird Ministries, a non-profit, pro-life, and pro-family, Catholic grief support ministry serving individuals and couples who have experienced the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood. Find their grief resources, including their Restoring Love 33-day Consecration to the Holy Family for couples of loss, at redbird.love.

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 5: St. Josephine Bakhita

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St. Mary Magdalene, like all of us, knew what it was to struggle. Most well known for being the woman out of whom Jesus cast seven demons, we find in this woman a model for turning away from the Enemy, and turning toward Christ. Today’s podcaster is Little With Great Love contributor and speaker, Kelli Davis. Kelli has been on a faith adventure since her life changed when she met Jesus for the first time on an 8th grade retreat. God has been reordering and restoring Kelli’s life for more than a decade through a journey of healing, transformation, and empowerment. Now, she is doing her part to help others discover the joy in little things while overcoming life’s challenges with Jesus by our side. Kelli is a wife who likes to keep her husband laughing. Through 25+ years of experience in her faith adventure, she communicates simple and practical ways for individuals to find hope, joy, and God’s presence in everyday life. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-mary-magdalen/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-mary-magdalen/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Armadei.com" rel="nofollow">Armadei.com</a>. Use the promo code SLACKER15 for 15% off the purchase of any of Arma Dei’s Catholic books, Saints or Catechism Quizzing Cards and over 60 Catholic Craft Kits!Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

A Saint For Strugglers

St. Mary Magdalene, like all of us, knew what it was to struggle. Most well known for being the woman out of whom Jesus cast seven demons, we find in this woman a model for turning away from the Enemy, and turning toward Christ.

Today’s podcaster is Little With Great Love contributor and speaker, Kelli Davis. Kelli has been on a faith adventure since her life changed when she met Jesus for the first time on an 8th grade retreat. God has been reordering and restoring Kelli’s life for more than a decade through a journey of healing, transformation, and empowerment. Now, she is doing her part to help others discover the joy in little things while overcoming life’s challenges with Jesus by our side. Kelli is a wife who likes to keep her husband laughing. Through 25+ years of experience in her faith adventure, she communicates simple and practical ways for individuals to find hope, joy, and God’s presence in everyday life.

Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-mary-magdalen/

This podcast is sponsored by: Armadei.com. Use the promo code SLACKER15 for 15% off the purchase of any of Arma Dei’s Catholic books, Saints or Catechism Quizzing Cards and over 60 Catholic Craft Kits!

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 4: St. Mary Magdalene

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St. John the Evangelist reminds us that each one of us is loved deeply by God. We can&#39;t change this love. We can&#39;t escape this love. But will we embrace it?Today we have our first guest podcaster of Season 2, Patrick Sullivan. Also, our token Canadian of this season, as he and his wife, Kyla, reside in Barry’s Bay, Ontario, with their nine children.A favorite, seasoned slacker, Patrick did a bang-up job on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saints-for-slackers/id1585267371?i=1000534867134" rel="nofollow">St. Patrick in episode 24 </a>of Season 1. We also had deep to hysterical discussions with him during our Season 1 live wrap event, <a href="https://youtu.be/btZiepffHRQ" rel="nofollow">Glory Stories</a>, which you can watch on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7NHe_fYSomkxcAv4F9EUvQ" rel="nofollow">Little With Great Love’s YouTube channel</a>. We’re thrilled to have him back for round 2! Patrick is the President of Evango, a Catholic Media Organization that seeks to build a culture of Catholic evangelization and missionary discipleship. A Catholic Speaker, he travels internationally for Catholic events, parenting conferences and to lead retreats and parish missions. Watch his groundbreaking Catholic Parenting program, “Me &amp; My House,” on Shalom World TV and Formed. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-the-evangelist/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-the-evangelist/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>.Learn more about Evango + follow here:Evango site: <a href="https://www.evango.net/" rel="nofollow">https://www.evango.net/</a>Parenting Site: <a href="https://www.meandmyhouse.net/" rel="nofollow">https://www.meandmyhouse.net/</a>FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/evango.net" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/evango.net</a>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/catholicministrytv" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/user/catholicministrytv</a>Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Beloved Disciple, Beloved Friend

St. John the Evangelist reminds us that each one of us is loved deeply by God. We can't change this love. We can't escape this love. But will we embrace it?

Today we have our first guest podcaster of Season 2, Patrick Sullivan. Also, our token Canadian of this season, as he and his wife, Kyla, reside in Barry’s Bay, Ontario, with their nine children.

A favorite, seasoned slacker, Patrick did a bang-up job on St. Patrick in episode 24 of Season 1. We also had deep to hysterical discussions with him during our Season 1 live wrap event, Glory Stories, which you can watch on Little With Great Love’s YouTube channel. We’re thrilled to have him back for round 2! 

Patrick is the President of Evango, a Catholic Media Organization that seeks to build a culture of Catholic evangelization and missionary discipleship. A Catholic Speaker, he travels internationally for Catholic events, parenting conferences and to lead retreats and parish missions. Watch his groundbreaking Catholic Parenting program, “Me & My House,” on Shalom World TV and Formed. 

Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-the-evangelist/

This podcast is sponsored by: Redbird.love.

Learn more about Evango + follow here:

Evango site: https://www.evango.net/
Parenting Site: https://www.meandmyhouse.net/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/evango.net
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/catholicministrytv

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Episode 3: St. John the Evangelist

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St. Mark Ji Tiangjing&#39;s life is one where we can see that God is not limited by our imperfections. When we sin and find it difficult to stop sinning, God can still work with and in our lives, as long as we keep trying, as long as we keep telling God, &#34;Please help.&#34;Today’s podcaster is Little With Great Love contributor, Danielle Knight, an adventurer, creative, and storyteller. After quitting her seven-year trek in sales and marketing at a commercial real estate firm, she enjoyed a sabbatical of adventure, prayer, and reflection. She is now excited about a new life chapter and job! Danielle wants to share the mysterious and relentless love of God with others. You can find her enjoying the outdoors, cuddling her puppy, or spinning amidst a salsa dance move in Houston, TX.Read Danielle’s blog posts <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/author/dknight/" rel="nofollow">here</a>.Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-mark-ji-tiangjing/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-mark-ji-tiangjing/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Armadei.com" rel="nofollow">Armadei.com</a>. Use the promo code SLACKER15 for 15% off the purchase of any of Arma Dei’s Catholic books, Saints or Catechism Quizzing Cards and over 60 Catholic Craft Kits!Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

A Saint Who Reminds Us That God Never Gives Up on Us

St. Mark Ji Tiangjing's life is one where we can see that God is not limited by our imperfections. When we sin and find it difficult to stop sinning, God can still work with and in our lives, as long as we keep trying, as long as we keep telling God, "Please help."

Today’s podcaster is Little With Great Love contributor, Danielle Knight, an adventurer, creative, and storyteller. After quitting her seven-year trek in sales and marketing at a commercial real estate firm, she enjoyed a sabbatical of adventure, prayer, and reflection. She is now excited about a new life chapter and job! Danielle wants to share the mysterious and relentless love of God with others. You can find her enjoying the outdoors, cuddling her puppy, or spinning amidst a salsa dance move in Houston, TX.

Read Danielle’s blog posts here.

Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-mark-ji-tiangjing/

This podcast is sponsored by: Armadei.com. Use the promo code SLACKER15 for 15% off the purchase of any of Arma Dei’s Catholic books, Saints or Catechism Quizzing Cards and over 60 Catholic Craft Kits!

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Ep 2: St. Mark Ji Tiangjing

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St. Anthony of Padua is often called upon for help in finding lost items, and he responds with hilarious timing. As we dig into understanding this great saint, we find in him a wise companion and a friend to accompany us as we journey toward heaven.Today’s podcaster is Little With Great Love Contributor, Social Media Manager &amp; Designer, Alyssa Sanchez. Since we finished Season 1, Alyssa completed her graduate studies and received her master’s in communications. She is pursuing her creative endeavors remotely in sunny South Florida. A world traveler, she can’t wait until her next trip. Alyssa desires to make people smile through her creativity and sharing God’s message of love through how she lives.Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-anthony-of-padua/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-anthony-of-padua/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">https://www.redbird.love/</a>Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Finder of Lost Things and Travel Buddy

St. Anthony of Padua is often called upon for help in finding lost items, and he responds with hilarious timing. As we dig into understanding this great saint, we find in him a wise companion and a friend to accompany us as we journey toward heaven.

Today’s podcaster is Little With Great Love Contributor, Social Media Manager & Designer, Alyssa Sanchez. Since we finished Season 1, Alyssa completed her graduate studies and received her master’s in communications. She is pursuing her creative endeavors remotely in sunny South Florida. A world traveler, she can’t wait until her next trip. Alyssa desires to make people smile through her creativity and sharing God’s message of love through how she lives.

Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-anthony-of-padua/

This podcast is sponsored by: https://www.redbird.love/

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Episode 1: St. Anthony of Padua

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We&#39;re BACK!!! Podcast co-hosts, Lisa Martinez and Jeff Sanchez are here to launch the back-by-popular-demand Saints for Slackers Season 2!! These siblings keep us inspired and laughing as they share what you can expect this season. Check out what&#39;s new, what&#39;s back, and when and where to listen to another fun and faith-filled season of a journey with the saints for us slackers.Read today’s reflection and find out more about today&#39;s featured podcaster here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/season-2-episode-0-welcome-back-to-saints-for-slackers/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/season-2-episode-0-welcome-back-to-saints-for-slackers/</a>This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> Special thanks to slacker, co-host, Jeff Sanchez, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Join Us for Another Season of Saintly Inspirations for Slackers

We're BACK!!! Podcast co-hosts, Lisa Martinez and Jeff Sanchez are here to launch the back-by-popular-demand Saints for Slackers Season 2!! 

These siblings keep us inspired and laughing as they share what you can expect this season. Check out what's new, what's back, and when and where to listen to another fun and faith-filled season of a journey with the saints for us slackers.

Read today’s reflection and find out more about today's featured podcaster here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/season-2-episode-0-welcome-back-to-saints-for-slackers/

This podcast is sponsored by: Littlewithgreatlove.com 

Special thanks to slacker co-host, Jeff Sanchez, and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.

Episode 0, Season 2: START HERE

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In this final episode of Season 1 of Saints for Slackers, Lisa and Tammi review the reasons for creating this podcast. They discuss how there is a universal call to holiness that God gives us. Recapping some of their favorite saints, Lisa even introduces a new venerable who lived for the Easter Vigil. Lisa and Tammi dive into topics like woundedness, resurrection, the Ascension, the power of the Holy Spirit, and MORE. So settle in and GLORY with these spiritual sisters. Our podcasters today are Lisa Martinez, Founder of Little With Great Love, and Tammi McCarthy, Spiritual Mom, Contributor and Speaker.  Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/glory-stories/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/glory-stories/</a> OTHER LINKS:Register for our LIVE Crowdcast Glory Stories event on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 7:00 PM Central here: <a href="https://www.crowdcast.io/e/glory-stories-sharing" rel="nofollow">https://www.crowdcast.io/e/glory-stories-sharing</a> Danielle Rose &#34;The Saint That Is Just Me&#34; song: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-saint-that-is-just-me-single/404373231 Fr. Mark-Mary video on How to Find Healing Together: <a href="https://media.ascensionpress.com/video/how-to-find-healing-together/" rel="nofollow">https://media.ascensionpress.com/video/how-to-find-healing-together/</a> John Paul II Healing Center in Tallahassee, FL: <a href="https://jpiihealingcenter.org/" rel="nofollow">https://jpiihealingcenter.org/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Danielle Knight, Tammi McCarthy &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 40: Easter Sunday - Glory Stories

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Yesterday (Good Friday), we started a powerful novena based on the Devotion to Divine Mercy that St. Faustina received from Our Lord. Our teammate Michelle Hillaert first brought us a beautiful reflection on St. Faustina in Episode 6.  In honor of the Divine Mercy novena and in anticipation of Divine Mercy Sunday on April 11th, the week after Easter Sunday, we’re sharing this bonus podcast on Faustina and Divine Mercy by a special young guest. Since our podcast, season 1, ends tomorrow on Easter —- we’re sharing this with you now.  Here is a link to the Divine Mercy Novena that started yesterday (Good Friday) for you to pray and follow along daily at: <a href="https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/devotions/novena-13366" rel="nofollow">https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/devotions/novena-13366</a> But you can easily do the novena prayers daily through Little With Great Love’s <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LittleWithGreatLove" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlewgreatlove/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> stories. So, if you’re not following us there, go do that, and you can say the prayers with us each day through our stories found on those social media platforms. Our guest podcaster today is Lauren Catherine. Lauren is the 19-year-old daughter of our Red Bird Ministries teammate, Shelley Gallet. Her sister, Caroline, was our guest podcaster on Episode 31. Lauren was named after St. Catherine Laboure’s Miraculous Medal. She has a devotion to St. Faustina, who was one of her Confirmation saints. Lauren attends the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where she majors in Kinesiology. She is a KD Lady or member of the Kappa Delta Sorority. From her desire to help, heal and give people hope, she wants to be a Physical Therapist. Lauren sees the needs of others and quickly and selflessly responds. She enjoys such things as running, shopping, photography, fishing with her dad, and going to the beach and Disney. With a great eye for fashion, she also likes shopping but loves buying little gifts for others just to see them smile. Remember that 80’s movie “Adventures in Babysitting”? Well, she adores children and earns money babysitting just like Chris Parker, but minus all that crazy stuff. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=7398" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/holy-saturday-divine-mercy</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; guest podcaster Lauren Catherine; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 39: Holy Saturday Divine Mercy Reflection

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“Why? Why me, Lord? Why die for me?&#34; Enter into Good Friday with today&#39;s short but powerful meditation in Episode 39. ✝️ Grab your FREE download of the poem &#34;In His Eyes&#34; recited by author, Tammi McCarthy here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/good-friday-meditation-download/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/product/good-friday-meditation-download/</a> Read today’s reflection and find out more about today&#39;s featured podcaster here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=7374" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/good-friday-meditation/</a> Here is a link to the Divine Mercy Novena that starts today (Good Friday) for you to pray and follow along daily at: <a href="https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/devotions/novena-13366" rel="nofollow">https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/devotions/novena-13366</a> But you can easily do the novena prayers daily through Little With Great Love’s <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LittleWithGreatLove" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlewgreatlove/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a> stories. So, if you’re not following us there, go do that, and you can say the prayers with us each day through our stories found on those social media platforms. This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Danielle Knight, Tammi McCarthy &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 38: Good Friday Meditation	

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St. John Paul the Great, our beloved Pope, taught us how to find our identity in God. He inspired so many young people during his life, constantly reminding them to find their worth in Christ instead of any false ideas of the world. Our worth can only be found in the sum of God&#39;s love for us. His legacy is one of great inspiration and a call to heroically live out the Christian call.  Our guest podcaster today is Rev. Fr. Charles Canoy. He is a Catholic priest of the Diocese of Lansing in Michigan. “Father Chas,” as he is more commonly called, grew up in Columbia, Missouri. He graduated from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University in 1994. He then worked for a few years as a business planning associate for General Mills and then as a regional director for Legatus, an organization of Catholic business leaders.   Before entering seminary, Fr. Canoy studied two years at Franciscan University in Ohio and a year in Rome. A transformative 30-day Ignatian retreat during the Lent of 2001 prompted him to pursue the diocesan priesthood and enter Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, where he earned his Master of Divinity (M.Div.), graduating summa cum laude in 2005.   On June 11, 2005, Fr. Canoy was ordained to the priesthood of Jesus Christ. He served for five years at two parishes, St. Thomas the Apostle in downtown Ann Arbor and St. Andrew the Apostle in Saline, Michigan. In 2010, he then served on the faculty of the same seminary from which he graduated, Sacred Heart Major Seminary, for four years while completing his S.T.L. degree from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas with a specialty in the New Evangelization in 2014. Fr. Chas been serving as the pastor at St. John the Evangelist in Jackson, Michigan ever since. Fr. Chas still enjoys his childhood sport of golf, but now with a glass of bourbon on the rocks afterward.   Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=7352" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-paul-the-great/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; guest podcaster Fr. Chas; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 37: St. John Paul the Great

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Blessed Carlo Acutis shows us how our differences are what make us unique in God’s eyes. Carlo was considered to be a technological genius by all who knew him. Check out <a href="http://www.miracolieucaristici.org/en/liste/list.html" rel="nofollow">this website</a> he created to document and catalog all of the Eucharistic miracles. He is on the path to becoming the first millennial saint.  Our guest podcaster today is Shayla McCarthy. Shayla is the oldest daughter of Little With Great Love contributor, Tammi McCarthy. At sixteen years old, she exhibits a maturity that few at her age possess. She has been homeschooling all her life and enjoys singing and playing piano. As a dancer, she loves to perform onstage whether it’s tap, hip hop, jazz or ballet. She has a special devotion to St Maria Goretti and spends any free time with close friends. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=7336" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-carlo-acutis/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; guest podcaster Shayla McCarthy; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 36: Blessed Carlo Acutis

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Blessed Chiara Badano poured out the love of God into a rich and generous life. Chiara Badano was a beautiful young woman who yearned to be the love of God to others. Her love knew no limits as she said &#34;yes&#34; to Jesus in everything, even to the point of suffering and death at an early age. She lived her best life with Jesus at her side. Our podcaster today is Liz Artymko. Liz is a young woman who works as a Young Adult Coordinator for the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer, The Redemptorists. She has been working in ministry for 4 years and has spent a year after high school volunteering her time to a &#39;live-in&#39; community in downtown Winnipeg, Manitoba&#39;s capital in Canada, serving and ministering to the &#34;most poor and abandoned.&#34; She now lives with her two cats, Miss Chew and Adonis.  Liz loves to express herself through dance, photography, and digital art. Her most recent adventure is to start a business with her digital art! Making art for others and of the saints has helped to pass the time during the lockdowns in Canada and to bring joy to the little moments of her day. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=7317" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-chiara-badano/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; guest podcaster Liz Artymko; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 35: Blessed Chiara Badano

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St. Josemaría Escríva believed that every interaction. Every movement or action, when done out of love, can have a large impact on us and on those around us. Canonized by St. John Paul II, this Spanish priest organized a group of laypeople and priests whose teachings were centered on the belief that everyone is called to holiness by God. See how today’s founding member of Little with Great Love relates this saint back to our identity and mission. We’re bringing back a Little With Great Love podcaster today, Tammi McCarthy, Our Spiritual Mom, Speaker &amp; Contributor. If you’re late to the Slacker party, take a few and also go catch Tammi’s St. John Vianney podcast in episode 7. As a spirit-filled speaker and blogger, Tammi will make it well worth your time.  Today Tammi brings things close to home with her reflection on St. Josemaría Escríva. She relates this holy priest’s teaching not only to your daily life but to the heart of the mission of Little With Great Love’s restoration ministry.  Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-josemaria-escriva/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-josemaria-escriva/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Tammi McCarthy, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 34: St. Josemaría Escríva

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St. Augusta of Treviso was a virgin, martyr, and hardcore servant of Christ. She defied her father by converting to Christianity and refusing to renounce Christ. She lived out the consequences of torture and death. St. Augusta was a special young woman who reminds us that Jesus is worth all the suffering we say yes to. We’re bringing back a Little With Great Love podcaster today, Danielle Knight, our Chief Storyteller &amp; Contributor. Danielle did a bang-up job with her Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati podcast in <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4IMzIuznIMqe5viW8f3Ry9?si=I_OReHB1SaOf_Omh403v4g" rel="nofollow">episode 9</a>. If you caught it, you were blessed to learn about both Danielle and Pier. Or were you slacking back then? If so, it’s not too late to go back and catch up on your podcasts now.Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-augusta-of-treviso/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-augusta-of-treviso/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 33: St. Augusta of Treviso

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Blessed Conchita sets the bar high for all of us. As a widow with six children, she managed to be a mother, a leader in religious communities, and a faithful servant of Christ in all that He asked her. Blessed Conchita, like our podcaster Pam, suffered with child loss. She did so very courageously by uniting her suffering with the Cross. Pam has a deep love for Christ crucified and encourages other families of loss to do the same. Our podcaster today is Pam Stanford, Red Bird Ministries’ spiritual mother. Pam and her husband Tommy have been married for 31 years. Together they have 8 children, 5 on earth, and 3 little saints in heaven. And adding to the Stanford bunch 2 little grandsons, Nathan and Issac, and 2 more little ones are expected to hatch in April. Pam has a degree in architecture and works with her husband as a design build team as general contractors for over 20 years. She has been serving the Church in the Cursillo movement for 14 years as a professor helping bringing souls back to Christ. She also has been teaching high school religion and preparing students to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation for the last 9 years in her local parish of St. Leo the Great in Leonville, LA.Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-conchita/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-conchita/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; Guest podcaster Pam Stanford; teammates Kelly Breaux, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 32: Blessed Conchita

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Blessed Chiara was a modern-day mother who sacrificed her life for her child. Blessed Chiara Corbella Petrillo lost two of her children right after birth and during her third pregnancy, she had to make a difficult choice - receive cancer treatment that could negatively impact the baby in her womb, or deny treatment and embrace the likelihood of death. She was a woman who overcame many of life&#39;s sufferings with the hope and joy of God. Our guest podcaster today is Caroline Gallet. Caroline is a sweet girl with a heart of gold at only 13 years old. Here are a few fun facts about this blue-eyed beauty. Her 14th birthday is on Easter Sunday this year. She was born in 2007 the year of Grace. She lives in the Lafayette, Louisiana area with her parents and sister Lauren. She has a sweet connection with her two siblings in heaven as her parents rainbow baby. She wants to be a pediatric nurse because she wants to help kids who are suffering. Loves to shop (a little too much but usually for others instead of herself). Loves fresh flowers / fresh floral arrangements, the beach, and Disney. She is a good friend and always sees the good in others. She is compassionate and forgiving, faith-filled, prayerful, and very helpful. Her favorite pastime is hanging with dad shooting guns, fishing, drinking sweet tea, cheering, and dancing. This southern belle isn’t afraid to put on her hunting clothes to shoot coyotes in the backyard with her dad. This beautiful girl, both inside and out, shares a deep connection with Blessed Chiara.Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-chiara-corbella-petrillo/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-chiara-corbella-petrillo/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; Guest podcaster Caroline Gallet; teammates Kelly Breaux, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 31: Blessed Chiara Corbella Petrillo

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St. Bernadette was the humble saint of Lourdes who loved to unite with Christ&#39;s suffering. She was called to reveal the Immaculate Conception by Mary. After, she lived a hidden life in a convent, where she practiced simplicity and uniting her sufferings with those of Christ. She reminds us that whenever we’re in need, turn to our &#34;mama&#34; in heaven and rest in her arms peacefully. Our podcaster today is Michelle Hillaert. Michelle was the slacker, a.k.a. saint-in-training, who brought us the legendary St. Faustina in <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UzuaSGIrxjGOLpA0LXH48?si=1-pfxAhAT_KJ7w2L_FmqDQ" rel="nofollow">Episode 6</a>. So, if you missed that, including her proper introduction by my sister, Lisa, then get your boot in a scoot and catch up on your podcasts, Slacker!  And while you’re at it, go follow Michelle and Trent Hillaert’s podcast, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2k8uTSL8YSw0Ouugd0t0dJ?si=iLgO28KIQvCvGz0bnyte0w" rel="nofollow">Catholic Family Uncorked</a>, also on Spotify. Plus, more beautiful saints and inspiration through Michelle’s new outreach at Woman Genius on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/womangenius" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/womangenius/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>.  Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-bernadette/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-bernadette/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; Teammate/podcaster Michelle Hillaert; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 30: St. Bernadette

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St. Ignatius of Loyola reminds us of the call to live our faith amidst life&#39;s struggles. Julie’s reflection today on St. Ignatius reminds us of the desire to live out what God calls us to—total dependence on Him and appreciating the true gift of our faith. A gift that means we are never alone. St. Ignatius and Julie both remind us that our growth in faith, hope, and love are part of our daily journey through life. Our guest podcaster today is Julie Mouton. Julie is a social worker who has a passion for helping others. She appreciates faith, family, friends, and the simple pleasures in life. Julie has two dogs – aka ”double trouble”— that she calls the woof pack. She is grateful for everything that she has, and the one thing that she does count is the many blessings God has granted her. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-ignatius-of-loyola/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-ignatius-of-loyola/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; Guest podcaster Julie Mouton; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 29: St. Ignatius of Loyola

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St. Catherine Laboure had a special mission from Mary. Mary appeared to this young woman, charging her with the special missions of spreading devotion to the Immaculate Conception and wearing the Miraculous Medal. Although St. Catherine was chosen for this mission, she humbly kept it a secret until her last moments on earth. Our guest podcaster today is Caroline Kennedy. Caroline is a 16-year-old junior at Kingwood High School. She is a varsity player for her high school volleyball and basketball team and an active member of the Health Occupational Students of America and National Honor Society. Outside of her high school commitments, Caroline loves being involved as a discipleship team leader for St Martha Catholic Church. As a discipleship team member, Caroline helps guide small group discussions for teens preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Caroline first began volunteering for her church as one of the lead technology individuals that manage the PowerPoint slides for the Lifeteen Mass and music ministry. She has attended several Archdiocese Youth Conferences in Houston and volunteered at the SHINE (Serving Him In the Needy and Elderly) high school camp in McAllen, TX for two different summers. Throughout her middle and high school career, Christian music has always woken her love of Christ. One of her first Christian concerts was a variety of artists including Toby Mac, Matt Maher, MercyMe, Hillsong UNITED, and for King &amp; Country. Caroline has a strong devotion to Our Lady and recently counted over 20 rosaries that she has been given as gifts or received while attending conferences. One of these days she hopes to learn to make rosaries as a reflective prayer and relaxing hobby.Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-catherine-laboure/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-catherine-laboure/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; Guest podcaster Caroline Kennedy; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 28: St. Catherine Laboure

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St. Christopher was an early Christian committed to following Christ to the end. We can all relate to St. Christopher&#39;s thirst for more, to find our ultimate meaning and purpose in life. He eventually found it in Christ, and He served His king to the end, and to the point of death! Legend tells us this saint carried the child Jesus across a raging river!  Our guest podcaster today is Charlie Jardine. Charlie is currently a Senior at St. Thomas High School looking to study Philosophy and Theology at Franciscan University. He is the captain of the St Thomas’ Rugby Team and a member of the school’s Pro-Life club. Charlie is also heavily involved in St. Martha’s Parish youth group, being both of the high school and middle school ministry teams. He also runs his own <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-catholic-guys-thoughts/id1535257550" rel="nofollow">Podcast A Catholic Guy’s</a> thoughts where he talks about his faith experience and gives a catholic youth perspective on the world! Charlie has lived overseas in Nigeria and Angola for four years of his life and experienced backlash and oppression for his faith in a predominantly atheist community. And although he was not perfect in persevering through these trials, he soon found an intimate relationship with God and has never turned back since. Charlie is very passionate about sports, cooking, and God! At most all times you can find him doing one of the three either watching or playing sports, cooking or learning to cook something, or growing deeper in his faith. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-christopher/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-christopher/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; Guest podcaster Chris Jardine; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 27: St. Christopher

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St. Joseph, the Foster-father of Jesus, Dedicated Spouse to Mary, and Patron of the Universal Church. Meet the man chosen to father, protect, teach and love the Messiah of the world. Marty Hebert shares with us just how special this powerful man is, the saint chosen to care for the Infant Jesus and His Holy Mother. And St. Joseph&#39;s work is not done! He eagerly awaits us to ask Him for His help and protection for all of our needs. Our guest podcaster today is Marty Hebert. Marty is the happily married husband of Ann, and they have four wonderful children. They reside in Abbeville, Louisiana, and are parishioners at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. He is the Director of Marketing and Development for Magnificat Travel, where they are all about &#34;Taking Pilgrims to Holy Places&#34;! Marty is also involved in athletics management at John Paul the Great Academy and serves on the board of the Association of Christian Educators of Louisiana athletic league. He enjoys traveling on pilgrimage, reading about the saints, fishing, and sports. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-joseph/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-joseph/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; Marty Hebert; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 26: St. Joseph

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St. Edith Stein was a saint who inspires our courage amidst life&#39;s most difficult moments.Learn how after giving up her faith, this remarkable woman made her way back to God, a convent, and martyrdom at the hand of the Nazis. Listen as John shares about the miraculous journey of St. Edith Stein — from Jewish roots to no faith in God at all, she finds her way to Catholicism, religious life and ultimately sacrificing her life for her commitment to God.  Our guest podcaster today is John Brahier. John teaches high school math and theology and enjoys engaging students in dialogue about their faith to introduce them to the richness of the Catholic Church. He is married to Annie and has a one-year-old son named Stephen. John created his own Apple podcast, “<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lamb-and-the-scroll/id1478743358" rel="nofollow">The Lamb and the Scroll</a>,” for parents of his students so that they could follow along with what they’re learning in class. They are short and power-packed with inspiration as well – so go give those a listen.  Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-edith-stein/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-edith-stein/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 25: St. Edith Stein

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St. Patrick is the saint we think we know for the Irish, beer, and four-leaf clovers—who many of us don’t really know at all. Patrick was an unlearned, kidnapped, and unreligious man who overcame the odds and achieved great things for Christ. First off, St. Patrick wasn&#39;t even Irish! He was kidnapped by Irish raiders in Britain. But St. Patrick didn&#39;t allow this setback, along with his lack of education or religious upbringing, to stop him from doing what God called him to do.  Our guest podcaster today is Patrick Sullivan. Patrick Sullivan is a Catholic Speaker and the President of <a href="https://www.evango.net/" rel="nofollow">Evango</a>, a Catholic Media Organization that seeks to build a culture of Catholic evangelization and missionary discipleship. Patrick travels internationally to speak at Catholic events, parenting conferences, and to lead retreats and parish renewal missions. His new groundbreaking Catholic Parenting program, “Me &amp; My House” has been streamed on Shalom World Tv, and is available on Formed. Patrick draws on his rich educational experience as well as his work in Catholic catechesis and evangelization to inspire the faithful in all walks of life to know, to love, and to live their Catholic faith. Patrick lives in beautiful Barry’s Bay, Ontario with his loving wife, Kyla, and their nine children. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-patrick/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-patrick/</a> Learn more about Evango + follow here:Evango site: <a href="https://www.evango.net/" rel="nofollow">https://www.evango.net/</a>Parenting Site: <a href="https://www.meandmyhouse.net/" rel="nofollow">https://www.meandmyhouse.net/</a>FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/evango.net" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/evango.net</a>Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/catholicministrytv" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/user/catholicministrytv</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 24: St. Patrick

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St. Lawrence was infamous as a radical follower of Christ...to the point where he eagerly awaited his martyrdom of being cooked on a grill, which he was sentenced to by the Roman Emperor Valerian in 2nd century Rome. Lawrence is a saint who puts us all to the test with his ability to suffer radically for Jesus - to the point of a slow and tortuous death. He&#39;s been called the &#34;Ragin&#39; Cajun I.T Guru from down on the Bayou.” Ben Boudreaux has been married to his sweetheart Joy (who you heard talking about St. Veronica earlier) for almost 26 years. His varied 27-year career in computers has taken him from banks to business computer agencies to travel agencies, insurance companies, construction companies, and even a few Fortune 500 companies, but his primary and favorite vocation is that of husband and &#34;daddy-man&#34;, as his kids call him. He enjoys video games, wood-burning crafts, and being outdoors working on small construction projects. He also gets a kick out of the shocked look on most people&#39;s faces when they learn that he and his wife are parents to fifteen kids! He&#39;s quick with a dad-joke and on most weekends, can be found working his magic on a bbq pit or on a giant pot of chicken and pork jambalaya. Without any more ado, here is <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Red Bird Ministries&#39;</a> very own... Ben Boudreaux. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-lawrence/ This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Ben Boudreaux, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 23: St. Lawrence

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St. Hildegard was a true renaissance woman who enjoyed the fruits of a rich life in God, the creative arts, science and more. If you&#39;re looking for a saint to crush on—St. Hildegard is an easy one! While this woman encountered a desire to enter religious life at 15 years old, she pursued a full life inside and outside of the convent. She had visions, wrote music and poetry, and treatises on medicine and natural history, she loved baking, traveled and evangelized, AND - she is one of the only FOUR female doctors of the Catholic Church! She was a saint whose rich life helped her better fathom the mysterious relationship between God and humanity. Emma Pourciau is a dynamic teen allowing the Lord to take the lead in her life. She is passionate about empowering young women to embrace their feminine genius role through truth, dignity and purity. Emma is a Breaux Bridge native, attends John Paul the Great Academy, and is a <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Red Bird Ministries</a> team member. In her free time, she can be found serving her church parish, leading a girls group in her school community and actively participating in her local St. Martin Parish 4-H Junior Leader Club. Emma has a love for dance, good food, good conversation and seeks all things true and just in the eyes of God. Emma desires to pursue a career in journalism or medical research. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6594" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-hildegard/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Emma, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; Karla Alfaro, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 22: St. Hildegard

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St. Joseph of Cupertino was a simple, holy, and greatly misunderstood friar. A man who encountered rejection, accusation, and skepticism from his peers—he reached the heights of holiness and union with God, as manifested in frequent ecstasies and even levitating in prayer and at Mass. A holy man, St. Joseph of Cupertino was misjudged by others but elevated to great heights by God. Bridget Holtz is a deep-thinking compassionate caregiver with a love for color, culture, travel, kindness, and the encouraging word. She has been called to seek out and serve the lost, vulnerable, broken, and oppressed. A pediatric nurse, she’s worked in numerous inpatient and outpatient settings, and with the underserved domestically and internationally, and carries a particular call to stand with the impoverished in all capacities. Bridget currently lives in Austin, TX with her dogs, Nigel and Callie. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6572" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-joseph-of-cupertino/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Bridget Holtz, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 21: St. Joseph of Cupertino

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St. Joan of Arc KNEW, without a doubt and despite opposition and persecution, that God had called her to a special mission: to save the Catholic King and the Catholic Church in France - and ultimately to save souls for Christ. She was the heroic, warrior saint who shows us how to enter the battlefield for God! Moira of Modern Catholic Mom is a Midwest girl — though she lived for a short while in the South, and absolutely loved it — she still misses those winters!  She met her husband, John, while filming a chastity video in the French Quarter of New Orleans. Clearly, they are big fans of irony. The rest, as they say, is history.  Marriage and kids has been the best — and most unexpected — adventure of her life! She and John have six kids, work together in a family business and are are in various stages of homeschooling their kids. So far, so good. In her “free time” a.k.a. “when she should be doing something else” she loves writing about faith, family, friends, travel — and everything in between — over at <a href="https://moderncatholicmom.com/" rel="nofollow">ModernCatholicMom.com</a>.  A few random things about her: she used to travel the country and give chastity talks, once testified before Congress on the issue of abstinence education, was kissed on the forehead by St. John Paul II, and Nancy Drew and Anne of Green Gables helped her learn to love her red hair at a time in her life when she absolutely hated it.  Her biggest surprise in life has been finding so much happiness in the craziness of the life of a wife and mother. She wouldn’t change it for anything! Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6549" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-joan-of-arc/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Michelle Hillaert, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 20: St. Joan of Arc

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St. Maximilian Kolbe is the saint who gave up his life to save a fellow Auschwitz prisoner. He loved to remind us that truth is not relative, but a fundamental creation of God. St. Maximilian challenges us to overcome the obstacles of life by growing in our faith and staying close to the sacraments to gain strength - so that we might become one with Truth, the Truth that is our Lord Jesus Christ. Dr. Jeremy Lustig has been a member of the Troops of Saint George since its launch. He served as the original chartering Captain of his parish troop, and then appointed to the National Board of the Troops of Saint George. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Board and as the Director of the National Executive team. Jeremy was raised participating in scouting organizations as a child and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout at the age of 13. He has always had a passion for the outdoors and is an avid hunter and fisherman still today. A graduate of Baylor University, Dr. Lustig continued his education by earning his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree and a Masters degree in orthodontics and oral biology. Currently, he is in private practice in the north Fort Worth area. Jeremy converted to Catholicism in 2005 and is on fire for his faith. He serves as the chairmen of the pastoral advisory council, is a 4th degree in the Knights of Columbus, and participates in many other parish organizations. Most importantly, he is honored to serve as an Acolyte during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Jeremy has been married to his beautiful wife Kerry since 1997, and they are blessed to have five children; Madison, Savannah, Nicholas, Isaac and Gracie Ann (who passed away at the age of two in February of 2018). Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/saint-maximilian-kolbe/ This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Michelle Hillaert, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 19: St. Maximilian Kolbe

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St. Pope John Paul II was the pope who urgently taught us to fight for the family. We learn to live out our identity as adopted sons and daughters of God in the family. Of the many wonderful treasures offered to us from this incredible pope and saint, his advocacy for the family is second to none. His teachings echo in our hearts that strong families make strong nations, and strong nations produce saints. Patrick Novecosky is one of America’s most accomplished Catholic communicators. He’s the author of 100 WAYS JOHN PAUL II CHANGED THE WORLD and has won more than two dozen awards from the Catholic Press Association. He has edited and written for some of America’s top publications and has been published in five languages. Patrick serves as the Executive Director of the Warrenton Pregnancy Center in Warrenton, Virginia. He’s the founder of NovaMedia, a public relations firm specializing in the Catholic space. He previously served as Legatus Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief for 12 years. He’s traveled to 26 countries, met Pope St. John Paul II five times, and made Pope Francis laugh out loud, but most importantly, he is a husband and father of five beautiful children. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-pope-john-paul-ii-strong-families-create-saints/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-pope-john-paul-ii-strong-families-create-saints/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; teammates Michelle Hillaert, Danielle Knight &amp; Alyssa Sanchez; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 18: St. Pope John Paul II, Strong Families Create Saints

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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton suffered the loss of loved ones throughout her life, which left her feeling empty and in search for more. She eventually found all she was looking for, and so much more, in finding her home in the Catholic Church and in the arms of Mary, the Mother of God. This saint teaches us to find all we could ever want and need in God Our Father and Mary Our Mother. Fr. Joe O’Connor serves as the Director of Seminarians for the <a href="https://stelizabethbville.org/" rel="nofollow">Diocese of Syracuse</a> and Pastor of <a href="https://stelizabethbville.org/" rel="nofollow">St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish</a> in Baldwinsville, New York. Here’s a little backstory on the good Padre: Before Fr. Joe became a priest, a few of our teammates came to know him through our alma mater, the <a href="https://franciscan.edu/" rel="nofollow">Franciscan University of Steubenville</a>. He’s been friends with our Founder, Lisa Martinez, since Freshman orientation weekend, presided at her and Mike’s wedding a decade ago, and now serves as the Spiritual Father of<a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow"> Little With Great Love</a>. Fr. Joe has also been bosom buddies with Tammi McCarthy, our team’s Spiritual Mother – so that makes them Mom and Dad, spiritually speaking – which is very accurate since they nurture a lot of spiritual children.  Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6418" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-elizabeth-ann-seton/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 17: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

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St. Benedict teaches monks, and us, how to live a Christ-centered &amp; Christ-ordered life. St. Benedict began a deep walk with the Lord as a hermit, living in solitude for three years. He then started opening monasteries, and developing principles to structure a monk&#39;s daily way of life, which we know of today as &#34;The Benedictine Rule.&#34;This saint taught monks how to be monks. The quote “ora et labora” is Latin for pray and work. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Brian Squibbs. Brian has been a member of the <a href="https://troopsofsaintgeorge.org/" rel="nofollow">Troops of Saint George</a> since its inception the summer of 2013. Volunteering in capacities such as Patrol 2nd Lieutenant, Communications Officer and Co-Recruiting Chair at the local troop level, Brian joined the National Executive Team March of 2015. In striving to become a better Catholic male in society each and every day, the Troops of Saint George has allowed for Brian and his sons to grow in virtue, their love for Christ and the Church He founded in an outdoors organization faithful to the catechism and magisterium of the Catholic Church. Brian has over 20 years experience in sales and recruitment and he enjoys a good old-fashioned conversation. He holds a Bachelors in Business Administration degree in Marketing from Youngstown State University. Brian was blessed to have wonderful spiritual influence and guidance from several strong priests and nuns throughout his altar service and schooling at St. Patrick’s Parish and Catholic School in Hubbard, Ohio and then at Ursuline High School in Youngstown, Ohio before moving to Texas. Brian is a former Marine and garnered many strengths that are now used in his daily life. He married his wife, Lisa, in 1999 and they reside in North-central Texas with their three sons, Alex, Luke and Sean, and daughter, Maria. He and his family are faithful parishioners of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Keller, Texas. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: xxx Learn more + follow the Troops of St. George here:<a href="https://troopsofsaintgeorge.org/" rel="nofollow">https://troopsofsaintgeorge.org/</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TroopsofSaintGeorge/" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/TroopsofSaintGeorge/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/troopsstgeorge" rel="nofollow">https://twitter.com/troopsstgeorge</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/troopsofsaintgeorge/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/troopsofsaintgeorge/</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/TSGHQ" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/c/TSGHQ</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 16: St. Benedict

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St. Veronica knelt down, wiped a suffering face with love and compassion, and became a saint! The example of St. Veronica teaches us that loving our neighbors well is a ticket to sainthood. When we can see the face of Jesus in those around us and love them, we are not far from the love St. Veronica showed Jesus in wiping His face. The love we put into small gestures and acts of service holds a power that can make us holy. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Joy Boudreaux. Joy and her husband, Ben, were both born and raised in the small rural village of Parks, Louisiana. They both graduated from Breaux Bridge High School, where she helped him pass English IV and he helped her pass Advanced Math. It was a good match! Ben graduated from USL in May 1995 (no typo) and the high school sweethearts married just one week later. Joy continued on at USL as an English secondary education major, until early 1996 to when they learned their first child was on his way.   Ben and Joy continue to raise their family in Cecilia, Louisiana where they’ve lived since 2008. Ben has worked in the IT field for 25 years now. His IT work led him to Brown and Brown Insurance Agency over a decade ago where he continues to work as an Enterprise Engineer. Joy was able to put her educational experience to good use by homeschooling their kids for the past 13 years.   They now have 15 children: Anthony - 23; Thomas - 20; Samuel - 18; MaryJoe - 17 (lost to miscarriage in 2002); Grace - 16; Teresa - 14; Charlie - 13; Henry - 12 (lost to miscarriage in 2007); their ‘big twins,’ Max &amp; Simon - 11; their ‘little twins,’ Eric &amp; Adam - 10 (stillborn in 2009 at 34 weeks); Carolyn - 8; Lucy - 7; and little Ella - 4 (died in 2016).   They feel blessed to have been able to care for Ella themselves in their home with the help of hospice care for all 8 months and 6 days of her short life. After months of assorted health issues and complications, including morphine shots for pain management, Ella earned her crown on Valentine’s Day of 2016. As Joy says, “Jesus and Mary themselves came to bring her back home.” The Boudreauxs are both blog contributors for Red Bird Ministries. Joy also has her own blog where she writes about large family life, homeschooling, being Catholic and living life while parenting kids both here on earth and in Heaven. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6376" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-veronica/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 15: St. Veronica

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St. Louis Martin was a remarkable saint, husband &amp; father, and a man who helped build an entire family dedicated to God. He can teach us how to lead and be members of a holy family and household. St. Louis Martin entered a special and holy marriage with another saint, his wife St. Zelie Martin. Together, they raised a family that offered their whole lives to God. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Ryan Breaux. Ryan is from the small town of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. He&#39;s been married 18-years to his wife, Kelly. They have 4 children: 12-year-old Estelle Gabriella, and 3 Saints in heaven - twins Emma Grace &amp; Talon Antoine would be turning 15 this year, and a baby they lost through miscarriage, Christian Ryan. Ryan works for Coca-Cola when he’s not doing Red Bird Ministries work with Kelly. Together they worship at St Bernard Church in their hometown, and serve the Diocese of Lafayette in grief support for parents of loss. Red Bird Ministries has carefully designed a system that anticipates the stages of grief and the challenges that will be encountered with a unique focus on how to keep marriages intact and preserve healthy family relationships after a loss. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6362" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-louis-martin/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 14: St. Louis Martin

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St. Zelie Martin became the mother of a family that radically said &#34;Yes&#34; to God&#39;s plans. She is a saint who teaches us to say yes to God no matter what, to His unique and unexpected plans, joys, sorrows, and everything else that means following God in all things. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Kelly Breaux. Kelly is from the small town of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. She&#39;s been married 18-years to her husband, Ryan. They have 4 children: 12-year-old Estelle Gabriella, and 3 Saints in heaven - twins Emma Grace &amp; Talon Antoine would be turning 15 this year, and a baby they lost through miscarriage, Christian Ryan. Kelly serves as the president of Red Bird Ministries, which has carefully designed a system that anticipates the stages of grief and the challenges that will be encountered with a unique focus on how to keep marriages intact and preserve healthy family relationships after a loss. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-zelie-guerin-martin/ This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 13: St. Zélie Guérin Martin

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St. Gianna Molla was a wife, mother, doctor, and God&#39;s faithful servant. St. Gianna inspires us to open ourselves to the many ways God will call us to use our gifts and talents for His glory. She particularly inspires any woman who longs to follow Christ in all things. She practiced self-giving daily in her call to her family, her medical patients, and in the stillness of prayer with God. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Kara Hebert. Kara Hebert is a native of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. A small-town community where family and faith run strong. She is married to Daniel, her one and only high school sweetheart. They welcomed their first daughter, Genevieve, in the winter of 2017. A few short years later, they prepared to welcome a new member to their family with their second daughter, Vivienne.  Unfortunately, at her routine 16-week check-up, they learned Vivienne&#39;s little heart was no longer beating. With Daniel at her side, on August 20th of 2019, Kara gave birth to Vivienne Janeé Hebert. Her parents delivered her into the arms of Jesus. In the aftermath of burying their daughter, Kara struggled in her desolation as the world around her continued to move forward while she felt she had ceased living anymore. Through the support of other bereaved mothers and the grace of God dispensed within the sacraments, she began to see and feel His light. As her life-long grief journey was beginning, divine providence, and the communion of their children in heaven, seated her behind Kelly and Ryan Breaux, founders of Red Bird Ministries, at our home parish St. Bernard Church one Saturday afternoon. From that point forward, Kara&#39;s desire to know and love the Lord gained strength. Her attendance at the Restored grieving mother&#39;s retreat where Jesus&#39; overwhelming presence moved her to begin using her voice, her words to glorify Him through her suffering. This special calling allows Kara to bring Jesus to others and create a legacy for Vivienne, both of which greatly delight her heart. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6206" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-gianna-molla/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 12: St. Gianna Molla

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Our Lady of Guadalupe: A Mother Whose Promise &amp; Love NEVER Fails Our Lady of Guadalupe challenges us, her beloved and sometimes overly self-reliant children, to remember that she always has our back. She will protect us and care for our every need. Even when St. Juan Diego tried to avoid meeting her again to take care of his affairs, she found him wherever he was. She reminded him, and us, that our Mother knows all we need and it is pointless to try to do it all on our own. A mother who is so faithful, she encounters us on whatever path we are walking in life. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Kelli Davis. Kelli is a Little With Great Love Contributor &amp; Speaker, a stepmother to a daughter with a severe mental illness and two young men, and a wife who likes to keep her husband laughing especially in their new home in Lafayette, Louisiana. Kelli’s life changed when she met Jesus for the first time on an 8th grade retreat. Since then, she’s been on a faith adventure which seems to keep her and those around her on their toes. The Lord rescued Kelli from a disordered life of anxiety, which led her to an addiction that almost killed her body, mind, and spirit. Out of love, He has been reordering and restoring Kelli’s life for more than a decade through a journey of healing, transformation, and empowerment. Now, she is doing her part to help others discover the joy in little things while overcoming life’s challenges with Jesus by our side. She has developed a deep appreciation for using the Word of God as our daily medicine, for learning how not to take ourselves too seriously, and for listening to the voice of the Holy Spirit for help in everyday circumstances. Through 25+ years of experience in her faith adventure, she communicates simple and practical ways for individuals to find hope, joy, and God’s presence in everyday life. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6192" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/our-lady-of-guadalupe</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 11: Our Lady of Guadalupe

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St. Francis de Sales was a 16th-century spiritual master who teaches us to reject fear and embrace the crosses in life. This saint reminds us not to worry about tomorrow, for the God who cares for us today will also care for us every day. St. Francis de Sales draws our attention back to what we know to be true: worry is useless and we cannot escape suffering in this life. But take heart, he also tells us, for our God offers us unfailing strength in every hardship we encounter. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Sefanit Stefanos, a Contributor to the Little With Great Love Team. Sefanit is a seeker of Truth, wife, and mom to two sweet little boys and favorite sister and friend. Originally from Eritrea, born in Rome, and raised in Dallas, Texas, her upbringing in an Eritrean-American home shaped her worldview, which taught her that she is part of a greater community. Her joy is being with family and friends, especially cooking and baking them real food, as she loves making people feel at home in her presence. Her calling in life is to introduce others to the generous love of God that she has experienced.  She enjoyed traveling and experiencing new cultures before this new and very full stage of her life; hopefully, the future holds more blogging and new travels with a bigger crew. She experienced the best of both worlds as a graduate of Texas A&amp;M and Franciscan University and has worked in full-time ministry for more than ten years. Sefanit lives in Dallas with her husband and kids, and you&#39;ll find her seeking joy and gratitude amidst changing diapers and cleaning food off the walls. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6166" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-francis-de-sales/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 10: St. Francis de Sales

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Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati was the mountaineer saint who loved God and fellow man - to the fullest! Frassati was an Italian, charismatic, and loving young man who spent his time serving the poor and suffering, while also living a full life with his friends by his side. Simply put for slackers, Pier loved God, served the poor, played jokes, and scaled mountains. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Danielle Knight, the Chief Storyteller &amp; Contributor with the Little With Great Love Team. Danielle is an adventurer who likes to inspire hearts through the power of story and creativity. She recently quit her seven-year trek in sales and marketing at a commercial real estate firm. After enjoying a sabbatical of adventure, prayer and reflection, she is now excited about a new life chapter. Danielle wants to share the mysterious and relentless love of God with others. She resides in Houston, TX, where you can find her enjoying the outdoors, hanging out with her boyfriend, or spinning amidst a salsa dance move.Read Danielle’s blog posts <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/author/dknight/" rel="nofollow">here</a>. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-pier-giorgio-frassati/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/blessed-pier-giorgio-frassati/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 9: Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati

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St. Pio, also known as the Padre of the famous words, “Pray, Hope, and Don&#39;t Worry!”, is the saint who encourages us to keep hope at all times. Worry is useless! These are some of the famous words given to us by this special and holy saint, a Capuchin friar who spent most of his days hearing countless confessions, and the rest of his time being a faithful spiritual father, friend, and counselor of souls. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Alyssa Sanchez, Contributor, Social Media Manager &amp; Designer for the Little With Great Love Team. Alyssa is a 23-year-old master’s student studying communications. She lives at home in sunny Florida, enjoys watching movies and binging tv shows, hoping to one day produce films of her own in which to act. Creatively she enjoys writing in any medium, fashion, doing makeup and dressing up in costumes. She loves to travel by plane, train, car and especially cruises, and hopes to see the world. Caring, kind and loving, she tends to see the good in all people. Alyssa’s calling is to make people smile through her creativity, sharing God’s message of love through how she lives. Her motto is a quote by Padre Pio, “Pray, hope and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.”Read Alyssa’s blog posts <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/author/alycat/" rel="nofollow">here</a>. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6104" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-pio-pray-hope-and-dont-worry/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>. Special thanks to slacker, Jeff Sanchez, for voiceover work; and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 8: St. Pio

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St. John Vianney is the saint whose faithfulness made him beloved in all of France. He was now for his faithfulness, austerity, and for being a dedicated confessor—hearing up to 75,000 confessions per year. He was so faithful in fighting for souls, the devil never left him alone. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Tammi McCarthy, a writer and speaker on the Little With Great Love Team. Still, she has been running her own blog and social media for years at Chasing Time Drinking Wine. This whole podcast was actually born out of a conversation that Tammi was having with my sister. The two of them are pretty much the poster children of the slacker movement towards sainthood. But seriously, check out Tammi’s blogs and especially Chasing Time Drinking Wine on Instagram, cause this homeschooling Momma of 5, and Spiritual Momma of the Little With Great love group and many others is lit, as her kids might say. Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-vianney/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-vianney/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>.Special thanks to our slacker sister, Bridget Holtz, and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>

Episode 7: St. John Vianney

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St. Faustina is the saint who reminds us that God loves it when we trust him more and more. Jesus appeared to St. Faustina repeatedly, giving her the message of His Divine Mercy, His merciful love for all of souls. He chose to share His message of love and mercy through a slacker who became a great saint. Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by slacker Michelle Hillaert, a writer and speaker on the Little With Great Love Team. Michelle is a wife, mother, bestselling author, coach, and a woman of vision. She is passionate about spending time with her family, making memories, and being intentional in cultivating an intimate relationship with Christ. As an entrepreneur, avid blogger, and website design and branding enthusiast, Michelle is a recovering perfectionist who gets a woman’s desire to strive for more. A mom of 6 kids, she is attuned to the needs of busy women striving to stay ahead while still being “good enough.” Michelle lives in Northern Virginia with her husband and best friend, Trent. They have fun creating a close family culture and sharing the lessons they’ve learned in over 20 years of marriage in their new ministry, Catholic Family Uncorked. Check their podcast, Catholic Family Uncorked, out here on Spotify! Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-faustina/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-faustina/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>.Special thanks to guest slacker, <a href="https://twitter.com/Bill_Williams" rel="nofollow">Bill Williams</a> (follow on Twitter @Bill_Williams), and musician <a href="https://www.wartburgseminary.edu/staff/rev-dr-martin-j-lohrmann/" rel="nofollow">Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann</a>.

Episode 6: St. Faustina

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St. John XXIII surprised his peers by doing the unexpected and carrying the Catholic Church through big changes and growth during his papacy! He was the &#34;Good&#34; Pope who reminds us to always trust in God! Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by Dr. Bob McCarty who lives with his wife Maggie in Laurel, Maryland. Bob is a pastoral ministry consultant and trainer and adjunct faculty at The Catholic University of America and The University of Dallas. He offers consultations, retreats, workshops, and training programs in ministry skills and issues internationally. Here’s a fun fact about Bob, he is the mentor of my sister, Lisa Martinez, and serves on the Board of Directors for iAmplify, the nonprofit parent organization of Little With Great Love, one of this podcast&#39;s sponsors.  Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-xxiii/" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/st-john-xxiii/</a> This podcast is sponsored by: <a href="http://Littlewithgreatlove.com" rel="nofollow">Littlewithgreatlove.com</a> + <a href="https://www.redbird.love/" rel="nofollow">Redbird.love</a>

Episode 5: St. John XXIII

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St. Teresa of Avila reminds us that during our hardest times and biggest storms, we never have to be afraid—everything passes and with God, we have all that we need.  Our podcast &amp; reflection for today is by Barb Smerecki, who hails from the Metro Detroit area of Michigan. Barb is a retiree with over 30 years of law enforcement service as an Intelligence Analyst. She has been a volunteer with Catholic High School youth groups for over 40 years. She continues in this service passionately and jokes that she is always the only “senior citizen” in the group.  Read more about today&#39;s featured podcaster and saint here: <a href="https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/?p=6035" rel="nofollow">https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/episode-4-st-teresa-of-avila/</a>

Episode 4: St. Teresa of Avila

Saintly Inspirations for Slackers

Saints for Slacker is a NEW Podcast that launched in Lent 2021 to share little inspirations for those who need hope but just can’t take one more friggin’ thing. Back by popular demand, Season 2 begins September 14th!

Each episode centers on a brief reflection of a different saint with a new hilarious "wannabe patron saint" generated by our team of slackers. Not meant to make light of striving for holiness, but rather to help lighten our hearts that have endured such great hardships, especially over the past year. Podcasts are presented by our ministry teams and special guests, and have been enjoyed by kids to retirees!

Please join us! It's fun and inspiring, as we're all called to holiness - even us slackers!

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