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The Vine with Joe & Katie DevineOur Catholic Mass Hot Takes and Rating Catholic BangersSend us a textWhat makes the Catholic Mass special beyond the obvious? In this heartfelt conversation, we peel back the layers of our weekly worship experience to discover the moments that truly move us.From the uncomfortable joy of incense smoke filling the sanctuary to the community-building awkwardness of the sign of peace, we're diving into the elements of Mass that have shaped our faith journeys in unexpected ways. Katie shares how walking up to communion during her struggle with infertility became a profound act of surrender and healing, while Joe reflects on the...2025-07-2147 minThe Vine with Joe & Katie DevineCount the Fruit: June Gospel ReflectionsSend us a textIntroducing a new series - "Count the Fruit". A series where we highlight the "fruit" from each Sunday Gospel reading. This Episode we cover the Gospels for June 2025.Across every Sunday in June, our Catholic faith celebrated a different solemnity – each one a feast day of the highest rank celebrating a profound mystery of our tradition. Little did we realize how these five Gospels would weave together to tell the remarkable story of how the early Church was formed and what it means for our faith today.From the As...2025-07-0751 minThe Vine with Joe & Katie DevineHeaven's Group Chat: Walking with Humans on Earth AND HeavenSend us a textHave you ever felt the unmistakable presence of someone walking beside you during life's most challenging moments? In this heartfelt conversation, we dive into the extraordinary companions who have shaped our spiritual journeys – both the saints in heaven and the ordinary people on earth who've guided us through uncertainty and joy.We share how our relationship with the saints transformed from distant historical figures to intimate spiritual companions during our season of infertility and medical struggles. Saint Faustina's honest spiritual diary taught us to suffer well, while Saint Thérèse's "litt...2025-06-1648 minThe Vine with Joe & Katie DevineYour Daily Catholic Survival GuideSend us a textHave you ever found yourself spiritually exhausted while just trying to make it through another day? In this deeply practical episode, we peel back the layers of Catholic spirituality to reveal what daily faith really looks like when you're juggling work, relationships, and yes—even pregnancy and moving stress.We start with a revolutionary perspective shift: beyond Mass attendance and sacraments (which are vital), what are the simple, tangible practices that help Catholics navigate everyday challenges? Katie introduces Maslow's hierarchy of needs as a spiritual foundation—acknowledging that addressing our physical and...2025-06-0248 minThe Vine with Joe & Katie DevineHoping vs. Waiting: Part 2 — When Hope WinsSend us a textWhat happens when you've spent years praying for something that seems impossible? After nearly three years of struggling with infertility, we're finally ready to share our miracle—we're expecting our first child!This journey has been filled with doctor appointments, medications, surgeries, tears, doubts, and ultimately, a deepening understanding of what hope truly means. As we celebrate our four-year wedding anniversary, we reflect on how we've grown individually and as a couple. We've learned that while time changes circumstances, those core qualities that drew us together at 16 still remain at the he...2025-05-1954 minThe Vine with Joe & Katie DevineSow It Begins: Sowing The Good Soil and Where to StartSend us a textWe've all been there—that moment when life's big transitions make us question where we're rooted. Whether it's starting a family, moving to a new city, or facing unexpected challenges, these moments often spark a desire to reconnect with faith and find deeper community.In this episode, we dive into what it means to restart or rekindle your faith journey using the Parable of the Sower as our guide. The seed that falls on the path, rocky ground, among thorns, or in good soil perfectly illustrates the different ways we respond to...2025-05-0554 minThe Vine with Joe & Katie Devine40 Days Later: The Lent We Meant to HaveSend us a textWhen our Lenten journey doesn't go as planned, where do we find ourselves in the Easter season? Katie and Joe dive deep into their personal experiences during the past 40 days, sharing both triumphs and struggles with refreshing honesty. The conversation begins with reflections on Easter celebrations and the beauty of Catholic traditions during Holy Week. We explore how these sacred rituals connect us physically to Christ's journey, from Palm Sunday through the resurrection. But what happens when our spiritual aspirations collide with the realities of busy lives, work travel, and house-hunting s...2025-04-2348 min