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Forgiveness Is For YOU - Overcome Trauma Through ForgivenessS2E27 Marriage Under Attack: Facing Spiritual Battles TogetherFriends,
This episode features special guests Colin and Jean MacKenzie, founders of Holy Union Connect, a faith-based ministry to help couples fortify their marriages against both earthly and spiritual challenges.
Join the conversation as Colin, Jean, and I delve into the Catholic teachings on marriage, the importance of prayer, and how couples can support each other in times of spiritual attack. Drawing upon their personal experiences and professional backgrounds, the MacKenzies offer practical insights and guidance for couples seeking a Christ-centered relationship.
Whether you're navigating marital challenges or simply looking to deepen your...
2025-07-2248 min
Connected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectMorals, Movies, and Marriage: Finding Truth in Stories with Steve and Beth GesinskiIn this episode of Connected Conversations with Jean and Colin MacKenzie from Holy Union Connect, we’re joined by Steve and Beth Gesinsky, the creative minds behind Catholicism and Coffee. Through their ministry, Steve and Beth invite Catholics to explore morality in movies—whether it’s The Sound of Music, Collateral, A Quiet Place, or Harry Potter. Their courses help viewers engage with films discerningly, drawing out moral lessons and virtue-based insights rooted in Scripture, the Catechism, and the wisdom of the saints.The Gesinskys share their passion for quality storytelling, their journey from a podcas...
2025-06-0339 minForgiveness Is For YOU - Overcome Trauma Through ForgivenessS2E17 The Power of Forgiveness in Marriage Part 2Friends,
As the guest on this part 2 of the Connected Conversations Holy Union Connect podcast, with hosts Jean and Colin McKenzie and I delve deep into the complexities of marriage, family dynamics, and the transformative power of forgiveness. I share my personal journey through family trauma, revealing how understanding and zooming out on personal histories can foster forgiveness and healing. The conversation underscores the importance of embracing whole stories, recognizing cultural and personal differences, and the integral role faith plays in the healing process.
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2025-05-1325 minForgiveness Is For YOU - Overcome Trauma Through ForgivenessS2E16 The Power of Forgiveness in Marriage Part 1Friends,
In the next two episodes, I am on the other side of the microphone as a guest with Jean and Colin MacKenzie, hosts of the podcast, Connected Conversations with Holy Union Connect. I share my insights on misconceptions about forgiveness, the intersection of faith and science, and the transformative power of leaning into the Holy Spirit for guidance. We explore the nuances of unresolved childhood trauma and its impact on marriage. This episode offers valuable tools and encouragement for couples striving to overcome struggles and embrace forgiveness as a journey rather than a destination.
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2025-05-0635 minConnected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectPart 2: Building a Strong Catholic Marriage: Chastity, Growth & AccountabilityIn a world where Catholic marriages are under attack, how can couples build a strong, faith-filled union that lasts a lifetime?In Part 2 of our conversation with Dana Nygaard, we go deeper into the practical and spiritual tools that single and married couples need to cultivate healthy, thriving relationships.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ Why chastity isn’t just about abstinence—and how it builds trust, respect, and intimacy in relationships. ✅ How men need...
2025-04-3042 minConnected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectPart 1:Dating with Intention: Choosing Wisely & Recognizing Red FlagsAre you settling in your dating life? Too many Catholic women enter relationships with men who don’t truly value them—leading to heartache, frustration, or even toxic and abusive marriages. But what if you could learn to date with intention, choose wisely, and avoid the common pitfalls that lead to broken relationships?In this powerful episode of Connected Conversations, we sit down with Dana Nygaard—renowned Catholic psychotherapist, relationship coach, speaker, and author—to discuss how single Catholic women can prepare for marriage, recognize red flags, and build a...
2025-03-2225 minConnected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectForgiveness as a Path to Healing: Insights with Dr. Carron SilvaIn this episode of Connected Conversations with Jean & Colin MacKenzie, we’re joined by Dr. Carron Silva, a Catholic wholeness coach, speaker, and author of With You Always: A Journey with Jesus. Dr. Carron shares her transformative insights into the power of forgiveness in marriage, relationships, and healing from trauma.We explore:The role of the Holy Spirit in true forgiveness.Misconceptions about forgiving and forgetting.Dr. Carron’s 7D Process for cultivating a heart ready to forgive.How unresolved childhood trauma impacts marriage and how to navigate it.Cross-cultural marriage dynamics and finding common ground.Prac...
2024-12-071h 04Connected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectFinding Grace in Grief: Navigating Loss with Faith and Shared Meaning with Jessica BarbozaIn this heartfelt episode of Connected Conversations with Jean & Colin MacKenzie, we sit down with Jessica Barboza, a licensed counselor with expertise in trauma-informed care and a deep commitment to integrating faith into therapy. Jessica’s work at Laetare Health Group focuses on relational and individual healing, and her unique approach helps families and couples navigate the profound challenges of grief and loss.Jessica sheds light on the misconceptions surrounding the grieving process, explaining why it’s not a linear journey but a deeply personal and communal experience. She introduces William Worden’s Four Tasks of Mourning, emphas...
2024-11-2045 minConnected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectBuilding a Strong Foundation: Proactive Mental Wellness in Catholic Marriage with Catherine DiNuzzoIn this episode of Connected Conversations, hosts Jean and Colin MacKenzie sit down with Catherine DiNuzzo, licensed counselor and founder of Sacred Heart Mental Wellness, to explore practical ways Catholic couples can proactively strengthen their mental health. Catherine shares her insights on fostering "mental wellness" from a Catholic perspective, emphasizing the importance of ongoing self-care and self-awareness to build a resilient marriage. Catherine dives into her unique "three-phase" approach to anxiety, using relatable analogies to help couples recognize and address the underlying "holes" that can destabilize their relationships.Through humorous and heartfelt stories, Catherine reveals how couples...
2024-11-0547 minConnected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectFinancial Therapy for Catholic Couples: Healing Money Conflicts with Dr. Stephanie ZepedaIn this episode of Connected Conversations with Jean and Colin McKenzie from Holy Union Connect, we sit down with Dr. Stephanie Zepeda, PhD, licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of Financial Therapy Texas. Dr. Zepeda shares her unique approach to financial therapy, focusing on how couples can address financial anxiety, compulsive spending, and the emotional impact of money on their relationships.With a wealth of practical tips, Dr. Zepeda walks through how to develop clarity around your finances, starting with identifying how much your family actually costs per year. She explains the power of vulnerability in...
2024-10-091h 00Connected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectSurprised by Marriage: Growing Through Trials with Logan and Jen LiretteWelcome to Connected Conversations with Jean and Colin MacKenzie from Holy Union Connect! In this episode, we are thrilled to have Logan and Jen Lirette, the inspiring couple behind "Surprised by Marriage." Logan and Jen, high school sweethearts married for 15 years, share how their faith and prioritizing each other have allowed them to navigate both the joys and unexpected challenges of marriage, from experiencing loss to celebrating life’s surprises.They discuss the power of praying together, how embracing the sacraments saved their marriage, and the importance of making time for each other through creative date nights—even...
2024-10-0241 minConnected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectPersevering Together: Navigating Mental Illness in Marriage with FaithIn this heartfelt episode of Connected Conversations with Jean & Colin MacKenzie, we sit down with Lisa and Josh Canning as they share their deeply personal journey of navigating mental illness in marriage. Since 2012, they’ve faced the challenges of clinical depression, and today they open up about how these struggles have shaped their relationship, their faith, and their mission to help others through Persevere Together.Josh reflects on his experience with depression, sharing how it initially brought confusion and shame, and how difficult it was to reconcile his inner turmoil with the appearance of a good life. Li...
2024-09-2546 minConnected Conversations with Holy Union ConnectDoes God Want Us to Start a Podcast?: Starting the Journey Together – Introducing Connected ConversationsWelcome to the very first episode of Connected Conversations with Jean & Colin MacKenzie from Holy Union Connect! In this episode, we share the inspiration behind starting this podcast and the journey that brought us here. Our goal is to create a space where couples can explore the joys, challenges, and spiritual aspects of Catholic marriage together.We begin with our own story, recalling our early days of marriage preparation when we listened to a priest’s message on cassette tapes. It was then that we learned our calling was to help each other reach heaven. This realization se...
2024-09-1715 min
For This MomentColin and Jean Mackenzie’s Story: Rebuilding the Domestic Church We’re excited to welcome our first married couple to the podcast! Colin and Jean are long-time RC members who’ve combined their psychological and military backgrounds to serve a joint mission and passion: a ministry to support and strengthen marriages!
Jean uses her gifts in counseling and Colin uses his strategic strengths to come up with a tool to help serve married couples, as there is a clear attack on marriage in our modern world. The online course they offer, Holy Union Blueprint, helps couples cultivate a deeper connection with God and their spouse.
The rec...
2024-06-2747 min
Persistence in Prayer with Kylie Hein#56 Fighting For Marriage With Jean & Colin MacKenzieSend us a textHave you ever found yourself irritated by the quirks of your spouse? Are there days when you feel absolutely certain that they intentionally driving you bonkers?This week, I am delving into the complexities of marriage with special guests Jean and Colin MacKenzie. With over two decades of marriage under their belt, Jean, a devoted wife and marriage counselor, and Colin, a seasoned military veteran turned financial advisor, share their wisdom on building resilient and fulfilling marriages, even when the going gets tough.Jean and Colin's journey is both...
2024-05-0759 min
The Possibility Mom PodcastThe Real Battle In Catholic Marriage with Jean and Colin MackenzieThe battle between the kingdom of Christ and Satan will revolve around marriage and the family. - Our Lady of FatimaA healthy marriage requires SKILL. On the podcast I'm joined by Jean and Colin Mackenzie. Jean is a registered psychologist and Colin has a distinguished 32-year tenure in the Canadian military. They have a shared desire to help Catholic couples cultivate a deeper connection with God, and their spouse through their Holy Union Blueprint.HELPFUL LINKS:Download Jean's Daily Marriage Reflections:https://jmackenziecounselling.systeme...Join Jean and Colin's Holy Union...
2024-04-131h 01
It's My Country Radio ShowIt's My Country Radio Show 1-3-24 (125)It’s My Country Radio Show
Show 125
1. Cledus T Judd - Gonna Miss You Old Friend – 3.43
2. Great Aunt – Freeburgh – 3.08*
3. Scarlets Way - On The Pedal – 2.52*
4. Jen Mize & The Rough N' Tumble - Hail Mary – 4.14*
5. Hana and Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits - Paper Boats – 4.26*
6. Colin Buchanan - What I Love About Country – 3.22*
7. The Stetson Family - The Other Side – 4.00*
8. Derek Lee Goodreid - Honey Don't Go – 2.35*
9. Andy Penkow - Bottom Shelf – 3.30*
10. Billie Rose - Heartbreak Subway Train – 3.06*
11. Allie Jean - Pretty On The Outside – 3.32*
12. Two Tone Pony – Caroline – 4.38...
2024-03-011h 56
Les DJ sets de Tsugi RadioLa Voix du Lézard : A New CareerLa Voix du Lézard "A New Career".Toujours présenté par Jean-Pierre Trévisan, cette édition met à l'honneur les carrières solos d'artistes rock!Brian Eno - Julie with …Mick Karn - Language of ritualDavid Sylvian - The ink in the wellDavid J - Say uncleMartin Bates - Jagged tears of wordsJJ Burnell - Do the EuropeanColin Newman - AlonePeter Murphy - Final solution (club mix)Julian Cope - Holy love
2023-07-031h 21
Advocacy “The Trial Advocate’s Playbook”Michael Mansfield QCThe Trial Advocate’s Playbook, ‘An eloquence of mentors’In this episode Craig MacKenzie interviews Michael Mansfield QC. A living legend of the legal world, Michael has been involved in some of the most important cases to go through the Courts. He shares his insights and tips and talks about some of his recent work, including his role in The Peoples COVID Inquiry. If you enjoy listening to this episode and want more information about the inquiry, please check out keepournhspublic.com. The report can be downloaded from peoplescovidinquiry.comMichael Mansfield QC is the head o...
2021-12-2347 min
Five Hole Fantasy Hockey PodcastFHFH 175 || Week 7 Preview || Post-PWNDWhat a doozy today. 22 teams play 4 game schedules, *we talk about all of them. * Plus some teams w/only 3 games, but 2 off-nights!
Couple Storylines to boot:
- Shayne Gostisbehere resurgence?
- What to do with Carey Price?
- Tarasenko coming back?
Lots to unpack in a PACKED week, we cover a ton! As you can see in the runtime… there is a ton of content. Hope you guys like it! Love ya’s
Players Discussed: cracks knuckles
-Jack Eichel, Linus Ullmark, Darcy Kuemper, Conor Garland, Petr Mrazek, Robin Lehner, Roope Hintz, Jake Oettinger, Radko Gudas, Erik Cernak, Anthony Cirelly, Blake Cole...
2021-02-281h 26
Reading Jane AustenPride and Prejudice, Chapters 19 to 26In this episode, we talk about the two marriage proposals by Mr Collins, the precise timetabling of the events, and the matter of obedience to one’s parents.We discuss Charlotte Lucas in some detail, and then Ellen talks about the ‘marriage market’. Harriet looks at where the two mini-series versions of Pride and Prejudice have their episode breaks in this section, the fact that in some versions Mr Bennet can see through Wickham, how Charlotte is presented in the 2005 movie, and her favourite song in Bride and Prejudice.Things we mention: Boo...
2020-03-1650 min