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Saintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesAdvocating for Justice in the Church with Louis Damani JonesIn this episode, Louis shares his powerful faith story rooted in community service and his life-changing work for justice in the Catholich Church --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-03-1231 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesA Conversation with Emily Strand In this episode, Emily Strand shares some of her background musician and fascinating obsession with cultural franchises like Star Trek and Star Wars. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-02-2143 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesUnpacking Homelessness with Kevin Nye In this episode, Kevin shares much-needed information on the nature of homelessness and suggestions to alleviate this social cocern. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-02-1222 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesCommunity-Level Importance of Libraries with Molly QuinnMolly shares her passion for being a librarian and current political and state issues surrounding the state of libraries. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-02-0627 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesEngaging in Political Life with Dr. Steven MilliesSteven Millies join the podcast to give an overview of our civic responsibility as voters. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-01-2934 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesThe Importance of Womanist Theology with Chrystal GoldenChrystal joins the podcast to discuss how making Christian spaces more inclusive for Black women is an important priority. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-01-2332 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesBlack Catholic Advocacy with James ConwayOn this episode, James shares details about his passion for advocacy and speaking in the Catholic Church. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-01-171h 20Saintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesElevating The Art of Spoken Word Poetry with Quietstorm Quietstorm shares some of her motivations and inspirations for her poetry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-01-1028 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesPurpose-Driven Empowerment with D'Andre Lacy  D'Andre join the podcast to share how he inspires audiences with his powerful motivational speaking career. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2024-01-0223 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesExploring the Indie Thriller 'Exemplum' with Paul RolandPaul joins the podcast to discuss the development of Exemplum, an independent film he wrote, edited, and directed. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-12-2119 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesEyram's Journey to the American Solidarity PartyEyram Klu joins the program to discuss the ASP and 2024 election. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-12-1923 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesSurviving a Cult with Ryan HernandezIn this episode, Ryan shares his background in a Catholic-based cult and powerful wisdom about how cults operate. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-12-1248 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesExploring the First Century of the Catholic ChurchDr. Scott Moringiello breaks down crucial facts about understanding essential aspects of Christian historyy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-12-0526 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesBobby Bostic's Journey From Former Prisoner to Community AdvocateBobby Bostic shares crucial reflections about his experiences while serving a sentence of 241 years. Plus, reflections from his current advocacy to ampower single mothers and at-risk youth. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-11-3022 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesCapturing Beauty in Creation: Conversation with Ryan In this episode, Ryan shares how his work as a photographer and leader as a Creatio missionary guides people into a deeper appreciation for transcendent beauty. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-11-2729 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesExploring Folk Catholicism with Miss HoneyIn this conversation, Miss Honey shares the importance of living an authetnic expression of Catholicsim that embraces roots of her African identity and elements of mysticism --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-11-2032 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesMental Health Equity: Conversation with Gary Taylor, LCSWGary joins the program to discuss his experiences as a clinical therapist, promoting health equity, and his self-help memoir. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-11-1333 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesConversation on Faith and Disability JusticeMagnificat Days joins the program to discuss the intersection of disability justice and Catholicism. Also, she gives a detailed account into her faith journey as a convert to the Church. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-11-061h 03Saintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesExploring Catholicism in West Virginia: Interview with Nicholas ChanceyIn this episode, Nicholas gives his coversion to the Catholic faith. Plus, he discusses his work in campus ministry and for the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston as Director of Youth and Young Adult Discipleship. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-10-3128 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesPersepctives from a Philosophical Counselor: Interview with Dr. Joseph TerryIn this coversation, Dr. Terry comes on to discuss his faith journey to the Catholic faith. In addition, he highlights his dynamic profssional work as a philosphocal counselor and academic focus on philosophical and theological anthropology. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-10-2427 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesJustice and Catholicism: Conversation with Jonathan "Apocaloptimist"Jonathan shares a dynamic conversation plus political wisdom for believers.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-03-0747 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesRacial Justice and Feminism: Conversation with Shannon Wimp SchmidtShannon shares her faith journey and unique insights into be a Catholic that champions justice through her literature and advocacy. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2023-02-2831 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesWhat's It Like To Be A Journalist?: Interview with Kara DixonIn this episode, Kara shares her passion for news and media plus her reversion story of becoming Catholic.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2022-12-1930 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesExploring Music Production: Conversation with Jant BlurIn this episode, Jant provides us with his faith journey and inner look into his musical production skills. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2022-11-1531 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesReflections From A Writer: Conversation with BrianaIn this episode, Briana shares her journey to the Catholic Church and why she loves the hobby of writing/contributing at online sites.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2022-09-1314 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesTechnology and the Third Industrial Revolution: Interview with Eyram KluIn this episode, Eyram highlights his conversion story and the moral/ethical implications of the Fourth Industrial Revolution  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2022-08-0928 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesFr. Josh Interviews Efran MennyFr. Josh puts Efran in the hot seat and asks him crucial questions about his conversion, the sacrament of matrimony, and work as a social work educator.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2022-07-2852 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Fr. JoshIn this conversation, Fr. Josh shares some an vibrant story of how he got to the priesthood. Also, he highlights some of his experiences working as a priest. Follow him @tweetmobb --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2022-03-2334 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesConversation with Meet Father Rivers PodcastIn this episode, Emily Strand and Eric Styles discuss their experiences and relationship with Black liturgist and composer Fr. Clarence Joseph Rivers. Plus, they share amazing insights about his life and ministry.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2022-03-0245 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesConversation with Fr. Ajani GibsonIn this episode, Fr. Ajani Gibson shares his vocational journey and how he discerned the call to the priesthood.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-11-1823 minGrowing Up CatolicoGrowing Up CatolicoCatholic Podcasting w/ Menny S#1Check this recording from 12/20 on our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day w/ Efran @MennyThoughts from @Assembly_saints. Originally, I had believed it to be erased but again by the grace of God I was able to find it. Shout out to the following too: @KodyFreeMusic. Please follow these great people and share the episode. I know, I know it's long overdue but better late than never amirite? lol My twitter is @GodSpeedAmigos for those interested in following me. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/ap...2021-11-081h 18Saintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesConversation with KatieKatie shares her journey of seeking religious truth and invaluable lessons she's learned along the way. Follow her at @MKateFP --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-11-0124 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesA Critical Conversation on Racial Justice and the Church with Matt KappadakunnelIn this episode, Matt shares vital suggestions about how Catholics can work for racial justice.  Follow him on Twitter @matt_k007 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-10-1140 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Ogechi AkalegbereOgechi Akalegbere shares the importance of being a social justice warrior. Plus, she talks about her strong Catholic foundation that influences her advocacy work. Follow her @gechmeifyoucan --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-06-0731 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with ProdigylProdigyl shares his dynamic faith journey from various traditions in the Church and gives perspectives about being a Catholic Hip-Hop artist.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-06-0140 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Alessandra HarrisIn this conversation, Alessandra Harris shares a piece of her Catholic faith story and her stellar career as an author.    --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-05-2414 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Dr. Mary McConnerDr. Mary McConner shares her faith journey from Protestantism to Catholicism. Also, she shares her passion for higher education and work for equity, inclusion, and diversity.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-05-1717 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with KyndelKyndel shares her conversion story to the Catholic Church from a Jehovah's Witness background. Also, she talks about her passion for manga and anime culture. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-05-1019 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesA Conversation With The Popish PlotMike, Nate, and Jessica talk, with a dose of humor, about their love of the Catholic Church. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-04-2726 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Kevin J. SchillingKevin shares his reversion story to the Catholic Church and talks about important initiatives as a city council member in Burien, WA.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-04-1928 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Vincent SpadoniVincent shares his Catholic faith journey and some immeasurable wisdom about working in Catholic education. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-04-1217 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesFaith Driven Evangelism with Santonio HillSantonio shares the importance of evangelism and how he brings the life-giving message of Jesus Christ to inner-city teens. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-04-0635 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesA Journey Into The Church Pt. 2 with JustinJustin shares more of his perspectives as a Black Catholic and the work with his apostolate.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-03-3027 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesThe Importance of Where Peter Is with Mike LewisIn this episode, Mike shares his faith story and why Where Peter Is a much-needed voice against the dissenters of Pope Francis. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-03-2551 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with ChristinaChristina shares her Catholic faith journey and her passion for liturgical music  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-03-2217 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesLiberation Theology and the Catholic Faith with Vanesa Zuleta GoldbergIn this episode, Vanesa provides a helpful understanding of why liberation theology is a necessary framework and how it can aid the Church. Also, she shares her influential Latino Catholic faith journey.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-03-1536 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesVocation Inspiration with Br. Vince Mary, O.F.M.Cap.In this episode, Br. Vince Mary, O.F.M. shares his discernment and vocation story for the Capuchin Franciscans. Follow him @BrVinMary --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-03-0823 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesMoving Towards a Just Economy with Daniel AmiriDaniel shares some papal wisdom on economics and how the Catholic Church advocates for an economy based on the common good. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-03-0119 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Dr. Timone DavisIn this conversation, Dr. Timone Davis shares her work at PEACE centered WHOLENESS, Loyola University Chicago, and at the Black Catholic Theological Symposium.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-02-2232 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesBuilding a Just Society with IanIn this episode, Ian shares his conversion process to the Catholic Church and his beliefs for an inclusive society built on shared prosperity. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-02-1836 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Jack BinghamIn this episode, Jack talks about his Catholic faith and how he found healing from mental illness and addiction. Follow him at @HopeCatholic --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-02-1614 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesA Journey Into The Church Pt. 1 with JustinIn this episode, Justin takes us into his experiences and thoughts as he joined the Catholic faith. Moreover, he shares his discernment process to the priesthood and what inspired him to launch the BLACKCATHOLIC apostolate.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-02-0836 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesCalled to Political Action with AngelaIn this episode, Angela shares why it was essential for her to join the political process and make her voice heard. Follow her @AngelaM_SLP --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-02-0119 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesHip-Hop With A Purpose ft. Kody FreeIn this episode, Kody Free shares his perspective on hip-hop/rap and offers some deep Catholic perspectives.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-01-2530 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesEmbracing Discipleship with Meg Hunter-KilmerIn this episode, Meg shares her powerful testimony of what influenced her to embrace radical discipleship. Follow her @MegHunterKilmer  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-01-1821 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesExploring Catholicism in Comics, Science Fiction and Fantasy with Thomas SalernoIn this episode, Thomas explores the intersection between Christianity and nerd/geek culture.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-01-1424 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesHighlighting the Indigenous Catholic Experience with DumaIn this episode, Duma shares how he has found healing through the Byzantine rite. Also, he provides a vital glimpse into the Indigenous Catholic experience. Follow him at @duma_lupe. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-01-1115 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesBreaking the Chains of Addiction and Attachments with Scott WeemanIn this episode, Scott Weeman shares his powerful testimony of recovery and fully embracing his Catholic faith. Also, Scott shares the inspiration and transformative work his nonprofit does with Catholic in Recovery, a ministry dedicated to breaking chains of addictions and unhealthy attachments.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2021-01-0428 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesEvangelism Through the Power of Lego with John KraemerIn this episode, John Kraemer gives us the details about the Lego Church Project, a ministry he created that showcases Catholic beauty through Lego. Follow him @Kc8wzm --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-12-2817 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesChristmas MessageA short Christmas message that will help you remember God's promises.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-12-2401 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesBeing a Catholic Speaker with Marcia Lane-McGeeIn this episode, Marcia shares her conversion to the Catholic Church and her experiences as a Catholic speaker! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-12-2126 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesClassics of the DecadeHere are six songs that I love. A mix for everyone's pleasure.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-12-1937 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesVocation Story, Society of Jesus and Missionary Work with Ian Peoples, S.J.In this episode, Ian Peoples, S.J., shares his faith journey and what influenced him to become a Jesuit. Also, he highlights his missionary work in Belize City, Belize.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-12-1422 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesChildren's Liturgy of the Word with Heidi WitteIn this episode, Heidi shares the inspiration behind her program, Children’s Liturgy of the Word.  Follow her @KidsLiturgy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-12-0725 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesWhat is Apologetics with William HemsworthIn this episode, William shares the nature of Christian apologetics and offers practical advice for dialogue.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-12-0423 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesSeeking Femininity and Following God's Call with Maria T.In this episode, Maria shares how she aspires to give life to others through service and why she embraces the power of womanhood.2020-11-3022 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesADOS Movement, Reparations and Environmental RacismLionel Riley shares why ADOS, American Descendants of Slavery, demand social and economic justice in the United States.  Also, he highlights his work as an advocate against environmental injustice in Louisiana. Follow him @LionelRiley8 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-11-2330 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesExploring How Catholicism Influences PoetryIn this episode, Christopher Buckley shares how his Catholic faith influences his work as a poet. Follow him @Chris_Buckley --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-11-1638 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesThe Necessity of Proclaiming the Catholic FaithIn this episode, Javier joins the podcast to discuss why it's important to proclaim the Catholic faith in our society where relativism is widespread.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-11-1019 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Gunnar GundersenGunnar Gundersen shares his Catholic upbringing and the virtues that influence him as a lawyer. Follow him @GBGundersen --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-11-0435 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesComputing and Social Justice: Interview with James McGuffee, Ph.D.James McGuffee explains what computing for the social good is and his faith journey to the Catholic Church. Follow him @jwmcguffee --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-10-2627 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Darrick Taylor, Ph.D.Dr. Darrick Taylor shares how he discovered the Catholic Church and why he started Controversies in Church History, a teaching series dedicated to helping young Catholics learn more about the history of the Catholic Church. Follow his work @ControversiesH and https://churchcontroversies.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-10-2023 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Davin BernsteinIn this episode, Davin shares his upbringing as a Catholic and what it means to work in public service. Follow him @davinbern --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-10-1619 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Richard EvansIn this episode, Richard shares how a deeper appreciation of Catholic moral theology helped him find his way back to the Church. Moreover, he highlights his passion for social advocacy. Follow him@rich_catholic. Read his work here: https://catholicstand.com/author/richard-g-evans/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-10-0533 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with TamaiaIn this episode, Tamaia shares how her pursuit for Christian truth led her to find the Catholic Church. Also, she invites us into her world of social work and what influenced her to pick a career in this field. Follow her at: @MaiaArising --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-09-2326 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Jose RodriguezIn this episode, Jose shares his Catholic faith journey of openness to truth and finding God through various life experiences. Moreover, he discusses what it means to be an ambassador for Christ through his witness as an educator.  Follow him @WeirdEducator --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-09-1531 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Bret WareIn this episode, Bret Ware shares the power of worshiping as a family in the Catholic Church.  Moreover, he gives us a peak into what influenced him to become a public servant in local politics. Follow him @blkunicornbcw --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-09-0740 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesEfran Menny interview with WCU Catholic MinistrySome things we discuss during the interview What's your background (were you raised in a particular church?) What drew you to the Catholic Church?  What was it like choosing to become part of a church with such a small African-American population? Did that enter into your thinking? Have you experienced discrimination because of your race within the Catholic Church? When white people (or white Catholics in particular) ask, "What can I do to promote justice and fight against racism?" what is your response? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-09-0738 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with TeresaIn this episode, Teresa shares her story!  She gives us a glimpse into her upbringing as a Catholic and her motivation for pursing various branches of science.  Also, she shares her experiences in data science. A firm believer in the power of inquiry and faith,  Teresa is a powerful witness of the Catholic faith.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-09-0124 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Sam RochaFor this episode, I was able to snag Sam Rocha. During our time, we talked about his upbringing in a lay missionary household and his experiences in the Catholic faith. Also, he shared what it's like to work in academia and education.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-08-2940 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Drew MartinIn this episode, Drew Martin takes us on a dive into how faith and reason impacted his faith journey. Moreover, he gives us a glimpse into the practices and responsibilities of working in oil and gas law. Listen to how he weaves his Catholic faith in the field of law!  Follow him @IgnotasArtes --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-08-2529 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Sara FreemanIn this episode, Sarah shares her experiences growing up in a household that fostered the Catholic faith. Also, she gives the ins and outs of taking care of her husband and children. She strives to show the love of Christ in the vocation of matrimony and parenthood.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-08-1833 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Josh HengemuhleIn this episode, Josh Hengemuhle shares his experience growing up as a faithful and practicing cradle Catholic.  There has never been a time when Josh hasn't been nourished by the sacramental life and teachings of the Church.  Moreover, he gives his experience as an Assistant Dead of Students and why Catholic higher education matters. Follow him @hangamule --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-08-1126 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Nate Tinner-WilliamsIn this episode, Nate shares his journey from various denominations in Protestantism to discovering the Eastern Orthodox Church. From his studies, he examined the truth claims of Catholicism which lead him to discover Black Catholicism. Also in this episode, Nate discusses how he got into the field of singing and the experiences he's had while performing.  Follow him on Twitter :@natemup. Check his music out: https://www.youtube.com/user/natemup --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-08-0415 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Kathleen JonesIn this episode, Kathleen shares her journey of searching for religious truth in her youth. Ultimately, in Catholicism she discovered a profound and transcendent encounter with Jesus Christ through the sacraments of the Church. Professionally, Kathleen is a tv and theater writer. She has earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) and is constantly on the lookout for opportunities to showcase her talents. Follow her @HelloKathleenJ. Her website: https://www.hellokathleenjones.com/. Instagram: hellokathleenj.  Wholly Broken: https://www.whollybroken.com/2020-07-3034 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Justin McClainIn this episode, Justin McClain shares his upbringing of going through the motions as a cradle Catholic but eventually a powerful turning point happened that strengthened his faith. After being introduced to the field of education, he decided to take on this career as a passionate ambassador for the Catholic faith. Follow him @JustinMcClainOP. Find his books by Ave Maria Press: https://www.avemariapress.com/author/697/Justin-McClain/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-07-2733 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Kevin HarmonIn this episode, I speak with Kevin Harmon who is currently a seminarian at Saint Francis de Sales Seminary.  After leaving the faith during his teenage years, he reverted back with a desire for stronger intellectual foundations in the Catholic faith.  After college, he felt a yearning in his heart to give his life to God and eventually found himself entering seminary. While studying for the priesthood, he picked up a strong passion for Thomism and Neo-Scholasticism. You can follow him @RomanThomism --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-07-2118 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Rebecca ChristianIn this episode, I speak with Rebecca Christian about her upbringing as a cradle Catholic and reversion to the Catholic Church. In addition, Rebecca highlights her work as a Catholic Christian doula. In this role, she provides emotional and physical support during labor and postpartum aid to help families thrive with their new infant.  Follow her @thebexbecbecca --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-07-1424 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Jermaine BagnallIn this episode, I speak with Jermaine Bagnall about this faith journey and career as a producer. Baptized as a Catholic, he then took a spiritual detour into Protestantism.  At the suggestion of his girlfriend (now fiancée) he attended a midnight Mass and eventually enrolled in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Also, he discusses his exciting journey and role in the media Industry as a producer. He currently works at Salt and Light Television as a producer. Follow him @jermainebagnall. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-07-0922 minSaintly WitnessesSaintly WitnessesInterview with Lydia Ocasio-Stoutenburg, Ph.D.In this episode, I speak with Lydia Ocasio-Stoutenburg, Ph.D. about her upbringing in Congregationalism to her influential brother guiding her into the Catholic faith. Moreover, she highlights her story as an advocate for equitable special education services for families that have children with individual differences and learning needs. Follow her at @LydiaOcasioS. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/saintlywitnesses/message2020-07-0427 min