Giving You a Catholic Take on Faith and Culture. Jake and Cathy, a young adult married couple, help you to live out your faith in modern day culture.

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<a href="https://truthpop.net/" rel="nofollow">Have you checked out our new website?</a>How can you and your future spouse make the most out of your time as an engaged couple? Jake and Cathy are here to give you their tips: 1.) Focus on preparing for your marriage, not just the wedding day.2.) Embrace the waiting.3.) Double down on discernment. <a href="https://plus.catholicmatch.com/articles/does-cohabitation-lead-to-more-divorces" rel="nofollow">A helpful resource to consider!</a> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 77 - Our Proposal Story: How To Navigate Engagement as a Catholic

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How do you know if your significant other is &#34;the one?&#34; Are you ready to be the one for them? Jake and Cathy continue a conversation about Catholic dating/relationships and how you can hear the voice of God in your discernment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 76 - A Catholic Dating/Relationship Q&A (Part 2)

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How do you know you&#39;re ready to start dating? When should you talk to your significant other about your values? What&#39;s the best time or way to break up? Jake and Cathy dig into these topics and more, as they encourage you to pursue a Christ-centered relationship. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 75 - A Catholic Dating Q&A (Part 1)

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You&#39;ve always known TruthPop to be a podcast. But now, it&#39;s about to be something even more than that! Fill your faith and find out what&#39;s next at <a href="https://truthpop.net/" rel="nofollow">truthpop.net </a> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 74 - TruthPop is Expanding Because of You!

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Whatever cross is in your life right now, Jesus is there to strengthen you and give you grace. This Good Friday, Jake and Cathy reflect on the suffering that Jesus experienced. You can receive the heavenly glory He won for you on the Cross. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 73 - Suffering with Jesus on this Good Friday

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Jake talks with Fr. Mike Schmitz, host of the <a href="https://media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-podcasts/bibleinayear/" rel="nofollow">Bible in a Year</a> and <a href="https://ascensionpress.com/pages/catechisminayear" rel="nofollow">Catechism in a Year</a>. Recorded at the SEEK Conference, Fr. Mike explains how scripture and tradition complement each other in the Church. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQE Music provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8<ul><li> </li></ul>

Ep. 72 - Bible and Catechism with Fr. Mike Schmitz

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(Spoilers contained) Have you seen the new <a href="https://www.angel.com/movies/cabrini" rel="nofollow">Cabrini film</a> from Angel Studios? Jake and Cathy give you their thoughts on what stood out and the lessons we can glean from the movie! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 71 - Our Take on the Cabrini Movie

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<a href="https://chastity.com/" rel="nofollow">Jason Evert </a>joins Jake and Cathy at SEEK24 to share insights and perspective on how to approach the gender issue with love, compassion, truth, and kindness. His new book called <a href="https://chastity.com/products/male-female-other/" rel="nofollow">Male, Female, Other</a> is available now! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 70 - A Catholic Approach to the Gender Identity Crisis w/ Jason Evert

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If you have an overwhelming fear of God and constantly question if you&#39;re in mortal sin, it&#39;s possible you may be struggling with scrupulosity. For helpful encouragement, Jake and Cathy talk to <a href="https://www.eucharisticcongress.org/eucharistic-missionaries/support-tanner-kalina" rel="nofollow">Tanner Kalina </a>about <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKca3ebhvaw" rel="nofollow">his strategies for coping. </a> Check out additional resources <a href="https://scrupulousanonymous.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Ten_Commandments_for_the_Scrupulous_2013.pdf" rel="nofollow">here</a>!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuhttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 69 - How to Cope with Scrupulosity: A Conversation with Tanner Kalina

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What&#39;s that &#34;trigger point&#34; that has caused you or someone you know to leave the faith? When it comes to evangelizing, the Holy Spirit can help us to identify what might be holding someone back from giving everything to Jesus. Jake and Cathy give practical tools to help you lead others to Christ, and they share their own real-life experiences. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 68 - What's Holding You Back from Going All In?

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When you feel restless, Jesus wants you to rest in prayer. He will help you to find your identity and mission when you seek a relationship with Him. <a href="https://www.avemariapress.com/products/jesus-make-me-fully-alive" rel="nofollow">Fr. Tim Anastos</a> joins Jake and Cathy to talk about the importance of knowing your identity in Christ and the value of Eucharistic adoration. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 67 - How to Find Your Identity and Mission: Embracing a Eucharistic Lifestyle

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Do you know how much Jesus really loves you? You may have heard it all your life, but has His love touched your heart deeper than anything else in the world? Jake and Cathy ponder the richness of His thirst for you, and they encourage you to take this love into your Lenten sacrifice. They also reflect on <a href="https://ststephenbentonville.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Letter-by-Mother-Teresa.pdf" rel="nofollow">St. Mother Teresa&#39;s profound letter </a>she wrote to her sisters. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------&#34;music by audionautix.com&#34;Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuMusic released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 66 -  Jesus Longs For You

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At SEEK24, Jake and Cathy had the special opportunity to speak with Ken and Mary Ann Duppong, the parents of Servant of God Michelle Duppong. Hear about her saintly life as she battled with cancer and passed away on Dec. 25th, 2015. She offered up every part of her suffering to Jesus on the cross, and she gives us a reminder to have extraordinary faith in our ordinary lives. You can <a href="https://michelleduppongcause.org/" rel="nofollow">learn more about the cause for her canonization here!</a> Check out the <a href="https://focus.org/michelleduppong/" rel="nofollow">trailer for the documentary about her life!</a> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 65 - An Interview with Servant of God Michelle Duppong's Parents

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Sometimes, it may seem impossible to become a saint! Michelle Duppong, a Servant of God, shows us that it is possible in today&#39;s culture. You will be inspired by the simple, yet extraordinary faith that she had up until her death in 2015.She is now on her way to become a saint! How did she get there?<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/he-leadeth-me/id1634970581" rel="nofollow">Jessica Navin </a>from FOCUS knew her personally and is here to witness to her ordinary, yet virtuous life.You can learn more about the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/radiating-joy-the-michelle-duppong-story-tickets-800274591847?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" rel="nofollow">documentary of Michelle&#39;s life here! </a>

Ep. 64 - You Are Called to Be a Saint: A Look at the Life of Servant of God Michelle Duppong

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NBC Sports edited a reference that Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud made about God in a post-game interview. Thankfully, the often silent majority has spoken up. God cannot be cancelled! Jake and Cathy encourage you to be bold, share your faith, and to speak the powerful name of Jesus into today&#39;s dark world. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 63 - NBC Tries to Cancel Jesus

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The greatest gift of our faith is being able to receive Jesus in the Eucharist. Do we really take this to heart? In this episode, Jake and Cathy talk to <a href="https://edwardsri.com/about-dr-sri/" rel="nofollow">Dr. Edward Sri </a>about the True Presence and how we can increase our devotion through attending the <a href="https://www.eucharisticcongress.org/?_gl=1%2Avijjpd%2A_ga%2AODE0MzU4NDc2LjE3MDUwMjQ5NzI.%2A_ga_EPSKFT8FRQ%2AMTcwNTAyNDk3Mi4xLjEuMTcwNTAyNjYwOS4wLjAuMA..%2A_gcl_aw%2AR0NMLjE3MDUwMjY2MTAuQ2owS0NRaUF3UDZzQmhEQUFSSXNBUGZLX3daQmRacVZ1X0Q2RVFnV1o3dmhZOFQ2N3AwdWZGZW9IQnRSNlpqTFd1ajM5UFBXR0Q2cTFpNGFBb2c4RUFMd193Y0I.%2A_gcl_au%2ANjcxMDE0NTg3LjE3MDUwMjQ5NzI." rel="nofollow">National Eucharistic Congress. </a> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 62 - Eucharistic Revival with Dr. Edward Sri

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This time of year can be so busy and stressful! If fear, worry, or anxiety is taking over right now, what can you do to make space for the Child Jesus? Jake and Cathy share what is helping them to find inner peace and prepare for the coming of the Messiah.---------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 61 - Is There Room in Your Heart for Jesus This Advent?

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The <a href="https://seek.focus.org/" rel="nofollow">SEEK 24 Conference </a>is happening January 1st-5th in St. Louis, MO. It will feature premier Catholic speakers like Fr. Mike Schmitz, Dr. Edward Sri, Chris Stefanick, Curtis Martin, and many others. Engage in prayer, Mass, the Sacraments, and fellowship with 20,000 other Catholics from around the country! Learn more about what you can expect, as Jake and Cathy also talk about their experiences at SEEK. They also discuss the SEEK 24 theme, &#34;Be the Light&#34; and how it relates to the Eucharist. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 60 - Be the Light: Why Should You Go to SEEK 24?

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In this episode, Jake and Cathy (aka Cake) share their story of meeting through speed dating at a Catholic church in 2016. Even though Jake accidentally skipped her, God worked through the mess. They share wisdom about vocational discernment and what they&#39;ve learned in their marriage so far.---------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 59 - How We Met!

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What are the lies in your favorite TV shows, movies, and music? Jake and Cathy unpack what it means to intentionally discern the good, true, and beautiful of the media. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Adventures by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsuCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music released by Argofox https://youtu.be/8BXNwnxaVQEMusic provided by Audio Library https://youtu.be/MkNeIUgNPQ8

Ep. 58 - How Can You Find God in the Media?

Giving You a Catholic Take on Faith and Culture. Jake and Cathy, a young adult married couple, help you to live out your faith in modern day culture.