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The Ignite PodcastWhispered Cries, Steadfast GodWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! Throughout the whole bible we read many whispered cries, and we have always seen how the Lord has answered them in many ways, different and the same all for one purpose that we may grow in dependency and confidence in Him rather than anything else this world can offer us and even less depend on those around us for what they can try and give. We also see if we truly do desire the Lord and all that He is, should we not...
2026-01-3033 min
The Ignite PodcastHow Deep Are We Really Supposed To Be? Part 1We'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! A mangrove is a powerful picture for the Church—both spiritually and practically.“A mangrove is a tree that grows along coastlines, thriving in salty, muddy, and stormy conditions. Its tangled roots anchor it firmly, protect the shore, and provide shelter and life for everything around it.”How are we creating space in our lives to be deeply intertwined with one another especially in the church that the Lord has placed us in? And if we are...
2026-01-211h 06
The Ignite PodcastSurrendering Your Health Journey to Jesus!We'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! how many of us can really say we have surrendered every part of our life to Lord. there are places we say we are good to share this and confess but this little closet over here, that's only for me to have and to hold. joy comes when we truly surrender every inch of our life, that really isn't our life at all, its God's. today, I get together with my friend Emily and we talk about our journeys with food a...
2026-01-181h 17
The Ignite PodcastTrust in the LordWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! We live in a world that says follow your heart, but if we know Scripture it says, do not follow your heart. verses today: Proverbs 3 , 1 John 5, Jeremiah 17:7-10 If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out, would love to walk with you ignitepodcastteam@gmail.comSubscribe to our daily emails: https://cafeenciende.org/if you want to support podcast & blog
2026-01-0719 min
The Ignite PodcastConfia en el SenorWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! Vivimos en un mundo que nos dice que sigamos nuestro corazón, pero si conocemos las Escrituras, estas nos dicen lo contrario: no sigas tu corazón.Versículos de hoy:Proverbios 3, 1 Juan 5, Jeremías 17:7-10Si tienes alguna pregunta, no dudes en contactarnos; nos encantaría acompañarte. ignitepodcastteam@gmail.comSuscríbete a nuestros correos electrónicos diarios: https://cafeenciende.org/Si quieres apoyar el podcast y el blog
2026-01-0723 min
The Ignite PodcastPodemos Mantenernos ImperturbableWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! Tenemos esperanza que si en este mundo aunque es un mundo que nos trata de echar a todos lados, podemos manténernos imperturbable! Si quieres leer diariamente puedes subscribir aquí: https://cafeenciende.org/ https://cash.app/$IgnitePodcast
2026-01-0521 min
The Ignite PodcastWe can Remain Unfazed!We'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! There is only one way to remain unfazed and that is by remain rooted in Christ! Daily Devos Monday - Friday subscribe here: https://cafeenciende.org/https://cash.app/$IgnitePodcast
2026-01-0516 min
The Ignite PodcastMisplaced HungerWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! Today we are diving into our stories, where the LORD rescued us from, and why we will not go back, there will be a part 2 and going a little deeper, BUT our prayer is that you would know that the God of the universe, created you, knitted you together in your mothers womb, and created you with a purpose and for a purpose. If you need help, if you need community to walk with you, we are here to support you a...
2025-09-031h 17
Thrive with ConfidenceClassification of Workers with Gusto Special Guest, Monica Joseph-LaTangeListen in as Scott Cline sits down with Monica Joseph-LaTange with Gusto! This is the start of a great series regarding important HR and Payroll topics with expertise provided by Gusto!Monica provides insightful details about how to properly classify your team members when it comes to payroll compliance. Questions answered in this episode include: Should my team member be classified as an employee or independent contractor? What is the difference between exempt employees and non-exempt employees? What are some pitfalls employers need to avoid when it comes to classification of employees? Please reach...
2025-08-2330 min
The Ignite PodcastThe Dangers of Living a Complacent LifeWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! Today bear with us, we didn't realize how long we were going for! But hey, it's an important conversation as believers that we should be keeping each other accountable with, are we walking in complacency, how do we know when we are, how do we get out of it and walk in freedom and obedience to God and His purpose in our lives. theme verse for our time is : ‘Rise up, you women who are at ease, hear my voice; you...
2025-08-161h 43
The Ignite PodcastYou have all you need for battle!We'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! There is so much fear and controversy about the topic on spiritual warfare, demon possession, casting out; if that is for today or was just for the bible time, and rightly so, there are many false teachers out there spreading false doctrine that is bringing confusion to those who are truly hungry to know what is spiritual warfare, how to know when your around it, how to walk through it in Christ that he may be glorified. Today, we pray that you would...
2025-07-161h 25
The Ignite PodcastBreaking ground to see HarvestWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! Endurance is something we don't always enjoy but we read in Hebrews 12:1-2 -- 'Therefore, since we also have such a large cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us lay aside every hindrance and the sin that so easily ensnares us. Let us run with endurance the race that lies before us, keeping our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. For the joy that lay before him, he endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down a...
2025-06-071h 01
The Ignite PodcastSurrendering our wills for HisWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! There is joy found in His will for us. How do we know? Our life with God, is one to be lived by faith, and by faith choosing faithfulness to Him, choosing obedience to Him. Tune in and listen as we talk about how what we thought what we wanted or what we thought was the will of God, really wasn't, and even how the desires of our hearts he shifted in such a way where now we are at peace with where...
2025-05-0846 min
The Ignite PodcastDelighting in the Lord comes after SurrenderWe'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! We all have things we have struggled with before Christ completely came in and transformed our hearts to sing and rest in Him but if we are honest there are still things that we struggle with that if we have in our back pocket we can find some sort of rest and peace knowing we have a backup plan. But have you opened your backup plan only to be left disappointed. Why do we struggle letting go of our backup plans, why do...
2025-04-201h 11
The Ignite PodcastWE ARE HERE AND READY TO DIVE IN!We'd love to connect with you, seek the Lord with your joys, tears, questions! Welcome to Ignite Podcast, where are desire is to Create a safe space for you to ask raw questions, share your story, and deep dive into God's Word together with us with the ULTIMATE DESIRE that we may all be Ignited that we may step into our God-given purpose, be an irresistible spark of faith in the space of influence God leads us to be in, and to confidently share the Gospel wherever we go.
2025-03-1448 min
Tech Snippets Today with Joseph RaczynskiGlass Beakers and Glass Ceilings: Cracking the STEM Gender Code with Monica Eaton at Chargebacks911Today we investigate what I think is a striking lack of women represented in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, especially the FinTech sector. With only 8% of leadership roles in FinTech companies held by women, I spend some time with Monica Eaton, Founder of LIFT to understand what might be happening, and more importantly what we can do to change this dynamic.Monica Eaton is the owner, cofounder & COO of Chargebacks911, a FinTech company that helps merchants in 87 countries eliminate payment theft, prevent chargeback fraud and stop cyber-shoplifting. Since 2011, Chargebacks911 has successfully protected over 10 b...
2025-01-2928 min
Putz, e agora?#033 Quem carimbar o passaporte vai deixar a empresa | Monica Joseph (Sanrio)Uma viagem para uma feira em Las Vegas estava marcada, e a líder da área escalou alguém para acompanhá-la. Porém, pouco antes da viagem, a pessoa aceitou uma proposta de outra empresa. Mesmo assim, fez a viagem. No ano seguinte, a situação se repetiu com outra colaboradora. Putz, e agora? Como ajustar a política para evitar novas situações assim?Participantes:Monica Joseph, gerente comercial e marketing, Sanrio.Host(s):Cassio Politi, Apresentador, Tracto.Paulo Caieiro, Executivo, Leograf.
2024-10-1027 min
Classroom Narratives: Healing in EducationRebuilding and Supporting Mental Health in Schools with Monica LangerIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Monica Langer, a licensed mental health counselor from New York City, to explore the critical need for trauma-informed practices in schools. Monica shares her personal journey, reflecting on her own challenges as a student and now as a counselor. She reveals the profound impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on students’ mental health, the increase in anxiety disorders, and the coping mechanisms that can make a difference in post-pandemic education. Tune in to learn about essential strategies for supporting students emotionally, fostering resilience, and collaborating effectively with teachers to address me...
2024-10-0920 min
Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaREWIND: Renzo's Time as a SAHD (stay-at-home-dad)In today’s episode, we rewind and revisit Renzo’s time as a stay-at-home-dad. We often reference how this season of our marriage allowed for the healing we needed. Let’s jump in!THINGS WE MENTIONEDWhat Being a Stay-At-Home-Dad Has Taught Me About Being A HusbandPassivity and Relationships (a talk by Michael Gormley)Fr Mike Schmitz Homily on Pier Giorgio Frassati and PassivityJason Evert on St. JosephOur NC Regist...
2024-09-171h 10
The FaithFlexRenewing Your Mind: Biblical Strategies for Managing Stress in a Busy WorldIn this episode of the Faith Flex Podcast, Monica Roxanne discusses the importance of renewing your mind and biblical strategies for managing stress in a busy world. She emphasizes that stress is a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in various areas of life. Monica highlights the significance of renewing the mind as a key way to manage stress, citing Romans 12:2. She provides examples from the Bible, such as Joseph and David, who maintained a steadfast faith in God despite facing challenging situations. Monica also offers practical steps for renewing the mind, including meditating on God's...
2024-05-1421 min
Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaHow Healing Who We Are Changes How We LoveIn today's episode, we dive into the masculine and feminine identities. Monica shares about her first-time as a stay-at-home mom and what drove her to return to work. Then we unpack how recognizing that we are beloved can be the first step to healing our identities. We're so happy you're here with us, let's jump in!Journey as a couple this Lent:BORN OF FIRE By Fr. Innocent MontgomeryUNDONE by Carrie DauntSUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATEThank you all for your ongoing support. We love...
2024-01-3054 min
Discover Virginia PodcastFamily, Flour and Fame: Inside Monica’s Delectable World of Baking!Dive into a world where sugar, creativity, and passion blend to create extraordinary desserts! In this episode of Discover Virginia Beach, we're joined by Monica, a visionary baker who's transforming the dessert scene in our beautiful city. 🍰✨In This Episode:Baking 101: Monica shares her first baking memory and takes us on her journey to becoming a beloved figure in Virginia Beach's dessert world.Origin of Sweet Arts: Discover what inspired Monica to step into the world of professional baking and hear her story of evolving from a baker to a thriv...
2023-12-2829 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaAn Episode Full of Banter and Unsolicited AdviceIn today's episode, we banter! Renzo talks about his latest jiu-jitsu milestone, we ponder the delicate balance of encouraging kid's independence while maintaining high expectations, and we go on about social media and why Monica did a great job preparing the house for Advent and Christmas! We're so happy you're with us, let's jump in!SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATEThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, h...
2023-12-1943 min
You But BetterYBB 2023 Wrapped, Part 2: Inner Views That Will Change Your LifeGet ready to experience some of the very best self-improvement advice from our guests in 2023, presented in rapid-fire style!This is YBB 2023 Wrapped Part 2 (of 2).Featuring these incredible guests from 2023...Emma, "Love Tips From The Advice Columnist Who Channels Jane Austen"Monica Guzman, "Mónica Guzmán on Becoming a Curiosity Crusader"Welmer Enquiry, "Healed By Darkness: Seph And Lex Go On A Darkness Retreat!"Byron Edelman, "Get Down to Bassics: How Bass Guitar Can Help You Thrive"Peri Wrinkle, "Meet the Billionaire Who Is Ch...
2023-12-1239 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhy You Don’t Need Sex To Be Happily Married (Reacting to Ven. Fulton Sheen's World First Love)In this episode, we talk about sex while we navigate the profound depths of Mary and Joseph's heart-driven union. We discuss their extraordinary relationship and unravel the spiritual richness of their love, exploring how it has been depicted in Venerable Fulton Sheen's book "The World's First Love". We take a closer look at how absolute virginity and wedded life coexisted in their bond, a see how their example can apply to our marriage as well. We’re so happy you’re here with us! Let’s jump in!Buy World's First Love by Ven. Fulton Sheen
2023-12-0545 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaOur Marriage Is A Work In ProgressIn today's episode, we open up a little bit and you get to hear more on how we work on our own marriage. Our main focus is Renzo's ADHD moments and how Monica has grown to support them, but the conversation goes far beyond that. We're so happy you're here, let's jump in!SUPPORT OUR APOSTOLATEThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do and pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are...
2023-10-1053 minYou But BetterMónica Guzmán on Becoming a Curiosity CrusaderAmerica is divided! Us vs. Them. The good guys vs. the bad guys. Better Yous vs. Shet Heads. (You'll soon learn what that last one means.) The solution might just be curiosity!In this stunning Inner Views episode, Seph and Lex learn from author, speaker, uniter, and curiosity crusader Mónica Guzmán.Mónica Guzmán is the author of I Never Thought Of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times.Mónica is Senior Fellow for Public Practice at Braver Angels, a nonprofit worki...
2023-08-151h 07Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaDamien and Monica O'Connor - Raising Children With Special NeedsIn todays episode we interview Damien and Monica O’Connor and we learn how they navigated raising children with special needs in the faith. This is such an important conversation! Let’s jump in!Go To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. JosephGo To Joseph For ChildrenGive your relationship a checkupLearn more about our marriage and family ministryConnect with us and send us a message on InstagramSupport us on P...
2023-08-0158 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaREWIND: When Should We Start Having Kids?In today's REWIND episode, you'll hear Episode 10! In this episode, we talked to St. John Paul about having kids and we ask when the best time to have kids is. We are reminded about the gift that kids are, we talk about the difference that Fertility Awareness, Fertility Awareness Based Methods, and Natural Family Planning have made in our decision to have our 5 children, and Monica shares a little bit about how she came to learn FA/NFP.Interested in learning more about FA/NFP download our Fertility Awareness and Natural Family Planning Cheat
2023-07-2548 min
The Perinatal PauseThe Perinatal Pause by Jennie Joseph | Episode 1 | Featuring Monica MayIn episode 1, I sit down to talk with Monica May about using her birth story to empower young women. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-1037 min
Stronger Together ExperienceStronger Together with Monica HouseMonica House
@HouseMonica
I’m a baseball mom a special ed teacher for WLCSD PAL Coordinator
2023-03-1909 min
OutliersMónica Quintana - Evolucionando el MindsetEn la conversación de hoy dedicamos bastante tiempo en conocer y entender a la entrevsitada, lo cual resulta especialmente interesante, ya que el entorno de la infancia de Mónica Quintana no apuntaba a una carrera exitosa y mucho menos al empredimiento. Además, nos cuenta el sistema de valores con el cual inició su carrera y cómo el mismo fue evolucionando hasta hacerla llegar a la empresa privada.
Se deslumbró cuando llegó a Social Noise, donde se encontró con gente potente y en esencia en "el centro del capitalismo", en un momento en el cual la intersección del mun...
2023-02-2857 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhy a Teacher Decided to Homeschool Her KidsIn today’s episode we sit down and talk about the non-political reasons we decided to homeschool. Monica, who’s a certified teacher, goes over the reasons she said she’d NEVER homeschool, and then we unpack what led us to take the leap. Let’s jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support...
2023-01-3157 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaUnpacking the Lies Holding Back Our MarriageIn today's episode, we sit down and reflect on a wedding homily from St. John Paul II. We talk about memories, lies that we unknowingly believe, and the hills that Renzo is willing to die on. We’re so glad you’re here with us. Let's jump in!“May Christ be with you always. Never take your eyes off him. Seek him in your thought, in your heart and in your prayer, so that he may guide your young love towards these great tasks, the responsibility for which you assume from today onwards. And may new men -your...
2023-01-2457 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaDr. Gregory Popcak - Becoming a Household on MissionIn today's episode, Monica sits down to interview Dr. Gregory Popcak about all things marriage and family! Let's jump in!To learn more about his ministry visit: CatholicHOM to learn more about Catholic Counseling visit: Catholic Counselors. Be sure to check out the CatholicHOM app is available in both the Apple and Google Play stores. SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from...
2023-01-171h 02Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaMaking Your Marriage a Gospel With Pope Benedict XVIIn today's episode we look to the late Pope Benedict XVI for his thoughts on marriage. Together we reflect on what it means for our marriage to be a gospel and why our cultures crisis of faith is also a crisis of marriage. Let's jump in!Some Pope Benedict XVI quotes: The message of the word of God may be summed up in the expression found in the Book of Genesis and taken up by Jesus himself. What does this word say to us today? It seems to me that it invites us to be...
2023-01-1049 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaSetting Marriage Goals and Avoiding Spiritual ComplacencyEveryone’s been talking about New Year’s resolutions, but did you include your relationship in your goals for 2023? In today's episode we talk about relationship goals and don’t mean adding more date nights. So glad you're here, lets jump in!Guiding quote from JP2: "The sacrament of marriage is the specific source and original means of sanctification for Christian married couples and families. It takes up again and makes specific the sanctifying grace of Baptism. By virtue of the mystery of the death and Resurrection of Christ, of which the spouses are made part in a new...
2023-01-0353 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaResolutions with the PopeWhat does JP2 have to say about the top 4 New Years Resolutions of 2022? Let’s jump in and make 2023 great!Here are some quotes:“what is man, is not a rational animal composed of a soul and of a body? The soul, then, taken by itself, is not then, a man? No, this is the soul of a man. Then is the body a man? No, but it must be said that this is the body of a man. Because of this, neither the soul, nor the body, on their own, is a man, but rath...
2022-12-271h 09Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaSetting Boundaries During the Holidays and BeyondSUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support our show: Support us on Patreon!Our BooksGo To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. JosephGo To Joseph For ChildrenFREE RESOURCESFertility A...
2022-12-2034 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaTOB 3: Why (and When) God Created Eve: Original Unity (General Audiences 8-10)In today's episode, we’re dive back into our reflections on St. John Paul the Great’s Theology of the Body. This time we’re talking about Original Unity. What is the significance of God creating Eve because it was not good that Adam should be alone? Why does a husband cleave to his bride? And why does becoming one flesh matter? Let's jump in!TOB Quote for today's episode:The perspective expression which says, "a man cleaves to his wife" so intimately that "they become one flesh," always induces us to refer to what t...
2022-12-1357 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaChallenging Husbands and Men Without ChestsIn today’s episode, we talk about the root of marital struggles for a lot of husbands, how our culture has created men without chests, and the way marriage can heal and bring out the best in husbands. Let’s jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThis podcast is possible because of the support of our Patrons. If you'd like to join us on our mission consider Supporting us on PatreonOur BooksGo To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. Joseph
2022-12-061h 16Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaRedemptive Suffering, Expectant Faith, and Praying for MiraclesIn today's episode, one question gets us completely off track and vulnerable about our current spiritual journey as individuals and as a married couple. What does redemption mean? How can we suffer well? And when are we supposed to pray for miracles? We cover all this and more, we're so happy you're here with us! Let's jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThis podcast is possible because of the support of our Patrons. If you'd like to join us on our mission consider Supporting us on Patreon
2022-11-2947 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaKatie Warner - Raising Faithful Children and Encouraging Vocations Through BeautyIn todays episode, we interview author Katie Warner. Katie has published beautiful children’s books that help children encounter their faith through beauty and powerful story telling. Our conversation goes beyond books and gets to the core of what we’re trying to do as family as we pass down our faith to our children. Let’s jump in!To browse Katie’s full collection of books visit: http://firstfaithtreasury.com/To learn more Katie and her work visit: https://katiewarner.com/SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYT...
2022-11-2259 min
Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business129 - Is your Messaging Sticky or Making Customers Run the Other Way with Tollisha JosephMonica welcomes Tollisha Joseph to the podcast this week. Serving as a moderator in one of the largest women networking spaces on Clubhouse, Monica and Tollisha made a connection during the pandemic. A seasoned Network Strategist and Corporate Facilitator, Tollisha is the founder and CEO of The Official Glue an agency that helps to get your business unstuck by crafting and using the right messaging each and every time so your business can truly grow.
Episode Quote: If people like you, they will listen to you but if they trust you, they will do business with you. ~Zig Ziglar.
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2022-11-1842 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaSexual Desire, Sexual Dysfunction, and Sexual Human FormationIn todays episode, we talk very candidly about the struggles of building a intimate and holy sex life. We get honest about the root causes of some of our generations sexual dysfunctions, and we go to JP2 for some sexual human formation. Let’s jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThis podcast is possible because of the support of our Patrons. If you'd like to join us on our mission consider Supporting us on PatreonThings we mentioned this episode:1) Pastores Dabo Vobis 44...
2022-11-151h 20Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaAnswering Listener Questions on Dating, Engagement, First Year of Marriage, Finances, Virtues, and FriendshipsIn today's episode, we give you a short update on our personal lives and then we answer some listener questions! Thank you to everyone who submitted questions on Instagram. SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThis podcast is possible because of the support of our Patrons. If you'd like to join us on our mission consider Supporting us on Patreon!Our BooksGo To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. JosephGo To Joseph For Children
2022-11-081h 05Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaDr. Timothy Lock - Catholic Psychology, Spiritual Bypass, and Choosing ForgivenessIn today's episode, we sit down with our good friend Dr. Timothy Lock and talk about psychology, Catholic spirituality, and the importance of forgiveness! If you've ever wondered how psychology, healing, and the Catholic faith can come together - this is the episode for you! The rest of the Miguel Story By Dr. Timothy LockGet Dr. Tim Lock’s Book: Choosing ForgivenessLearn more about Dr. Lock and The Goretti CenterDr. Timothy Lock is a Catholic father, husband, Franciscan tertiary, clinical psychologist, and...
2022-11-011h 27Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaHow To Be a Person: Why Human Formation is the Necessary Foundation of MarriageFREE DOWNLOAD: What is Human Formation?In today's episode, we talk about human formation. We ask St. John Paul why he thinks human formation is so foundational to marriage and why advice for priests can also be advice for married couples too! We're so happy you're here with usThe document we read from today: Pastores Dabo Vobis section 43SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThis podcast is possible because of the support of our Patrons. If you'd like to join us on our mission consider Supporting us on
2022-10-2558 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaBeth Sri - The Good, the Messy, and the BeautifulNo marriage is perfect, and neither is the Sri’s. In today’s episode, we sit down with Beth Sri and talk about all things marriage and her new book that she co-authored with her husband Dr Edward Sri. This was a great conversation and we’re so happy you’re here!To get Beth’s book visit: The Good, the Messy, and the BeautifulThis book is packed full of hilarious and relatable stories from their 20+ years of marriage. The Good, the Messy, and the Beautiful goes into the n...
2022-10-1839 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaTOB 2: Adam Before Eve and Original Solitude (General Audiences 3-7)In today's episode, we tackle the St. John Paul's teaching on Original Solitude. What is the significance of our being different from the world around and how does that effect our relationships with one another, and our cultures obsession with pleasure and comfort? Let's jump in!TOB Quote for today's episode:Original Solitude - Right from the first moment of his existence, created man finds himself before God as if in search of his own entity. It could be said he is in search of the definition of himself. A contemporary person would say...
2022-10-1155 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaTOB 1: Creation and Integrated Humanity (General Audiences 1 & 2)In today's episode, we tackle the first two audiences from St. John Paul's Theology of the Body. We answer what TOB is, and we look at the first creation story and see what significance such an ancient story can have on us, our worth, and our marriages and relationships. We're so happy you're here with us!TOB Quote for today's episode:To this mystery of his creation, ("In the image of God he created him"), corresponds the perspective of procreation, ("Be fruitful and multiply, fill the earth"), of that becoming in the world...
2022-10-0452 minBecome Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small BusinessBONUS EPISODE - Million Dollar Speaker with Eileen WilderMonica is bringing you a bonus episode with Eileen Wilder. Who is Eileen Wilder you might ask:
Use to be a Pastor living on humble means
Husband was an Uber driver working to support the family
All changed when she discovered to do 6 & 7 figure days using virtual events
Called by major industry leaders, “The Queen of Stages”
She has spoken on stages with Russell Brunson, Tony Robbins, Kevin Harrington and Dan Kennedy
If you’re ready to have more impact, more income, and most of all - more FUN! Please check out this episode with Eileen Wilder.
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2022-10-0345 minStronger Together ExperienceMonica Burns, Ed.D. #EdTech @ClassTechTipsStronger Together welcomes author, speaker, podcaster and Ed Tech rock star Monica Burns, Ed.D.
#EdTech
@ClassTechTips
Check out all her work here: https://classtechtips.com
2022-09-3029 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaLearning to Love Your Spouse with ADHDAfter loads of research, lots of discussion, and some time in therapy, Renzo received a formal diagnosis of ADHD…decades later than some. How does ADHD impact marriage and family life? Let’s jump in!THINGS WE MENTIONEDWhat is ADHD The wall of awfulThe struggle when ADHD goes unacknowledgedSUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a bles...
2022-09-271h 04Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaKim Zember - Walking with our LGBT Family in ChristIn today’s episode, we sit down at the kitchen table and interview author and speaker Kim Zember. Kim runs a ministry called Overcome Ministries and she shares a little of her story and describes how her entire life was changed by the radical love of Jesus Christ. She also shares how we can love the people in our lives who identify as LGBT with the love of Jesus. We’re so happy you’re here! Let’s jump in!THINGS WE MENTIONEDKim's Ministry: Overcome MinistriesKim's Book: Rest...
2022-09-201h 05Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaSurviving Mass, Disciplining Toddlers and Answering Listener Questions About Parenting and Family LifeIn today’s episode we answer your questions about parenting and family life. This was a fun one! SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support our show: Support us on Patreon!THINGS WE MENTIONEDOur BooksGo To Joseph: 10 Day...
2022-09-131h 05Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaShia LaBeouf, Wait-and-See Sainthood, and Building a Shared SpiritualityIn today’s episode, we talk about Shia LaBeaouf’s recent interview with Bishop Barron. We reflect on conversion, how we’re all in the wait-and-see boat, and we discuss how to build a shared spirituality. We’re so happy you’re here with us! Let’s jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support...
2022-09-061h 01Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaPerfectionism, Shame, and Sitting in the Hole with Your SpouseIn today’s episode, we talk about perfectionism and shame. We relate how some of the early work from Brene Brown relates a lot to the Theology of the Body and how learning to identify our shame and being vulnerable can bring our relationship to the next level. Let’s jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some...
2022-08-3054 min
Super Saints PodcastSaint Augustine and Saint MonicaSend a textAugustine, Saint, Sinner & Son“Our heart is restless until it rests in You.”Saint Augustine and Saint Monica Gift CollectionsWhen we speak of Saints, not meaning to be disrespectful, we sometimes say, they were sinners who became Saints. If there is one, the world knows most for that distinction, it would have to be Saint Augustine. But he is so much more.We talk of touchability and we think of this Saint. If we’re not careful, we ignore...
2022-08-2728 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaPassivity, and What Being a Stay-At-Home-Dad Taught Me About Being a HusbandIn today's episode, we talk about Renzo's time as a stay-at-home-dad and how the lessons he learned made him a better husband and father. SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support our show: Support us on Patreon!THINGS WE MENTIONEDW...
2022-08-231h 10Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaKatie Mossbarger (Focus Missionary) - Loss, Conversion, and Gospel TransformationIn today’s episode, we sit down with friend and FOCUS missionary about the good news of the Gospel. We hear about how the good news of Jesus transformed her life, and how God desires to re-create all of us. This was such a great conversation, let’s jump in.SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you...
2022-08-1656 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaReal Talk, Slippery Slopes, and Answering Listener Questions About Sex and NFPIn today's episode, we answer listener questions about sex, intimacy, and NFP. Check out the episode chapters for a breakdown of each question! Let’s jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYIf you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, and what to support our mission, please consider financially supporting our show: Support us on Patreon!THINGS WE MENTIONEDContraceptive Mentality: It may be that many people use contraception with a view to excluding the subsequent temptation of abortion. But the negative val...
2022-08-091h 05Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaExposure, Addiction, and Talking to Our Kids About PornIn today’s episode, we discuss a new parenting challenge: talking to our son about pornography. We talk about our personal experiences of early exposure, addiction, and the lasting effects those have had in our relationship. We also talk about ways that we can be supportive of those struggling with a porn addiction, the realities of its consequences, and the ways that we have worked on healing. We’re so glad you’re here, let’s jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYIf you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, consider financially supporting our show...
2022-08-0251 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaSteubenville, Learning Our Faith, and Getting Comfortable Talking About JesusIn today's episode, we recap Renzo's recent trip to Franciscan University with our youth group. We talk about learning about our faith, learning what it means to be free in Christ, and how we can get more comfortable talking about Jesus as a married couple. Let's jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in some way from what we're doing, here are some ways you can...
2022-07-261h 00Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaLaura Phelps - My Marriage Before and After JesusIn todays episode we sit down with author, speaker, Laura Phelps about the difference that Jesus made in her marriage. We talk about her life before faith, how God broke into her life, and her ongoing journey for a holy marriage. Let’s jump in!Where to find LauraInstagram BlogSweet Cross: A Marian Guide to SufferingVictorious Secret: Everyday Battles and How to Win themSUPPORT OUR MINISTRYThank yo...
2022-07-191h 12Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaSex, Lust, and the Battlefield of the HeartIn today's episode we dive into whether marriage is a remedy for sexual desires and whether or not it is possible to lust after your spouse. We look at one of JP2's general audiences and reflect on love and responsibility. We hope this is an episode that can shared with all married couples trying to understand the difference between lust and love in marriage!Here are some things we mentioned:The Heart a Battlefield Between Love and Lust - GENERAL AUDIENCE OF 23 JULYSUPPORT OUR MINISTRY
2022-07-1255 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaToxic Masculinity, JP2, and the Witness of Good MenWhat does it mean to be a man? In todays episode we dive into all things masculinity and what true masculinity looks like in marriage and family life. We lean on some wisdom from JP2 and reflect on some of Renzo’s experience coaching and mentoring young men. Here are some things we mentioned:Season of Life: A Football Star, a Boy, a Journey to ManhoodJoe Ehrmann Ted Talk: Be a ManWhy every man should be strong Passivity and...
2022-07-0554 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaOverturning Roe v. Wade, Abortion, and the Gospel of LifeIn today's episode, we talk about the recent overturning of Roe versus Wade. We talk about the need to invest in the lives of others, how snarky social media posts are actually counterproductive, and the fact that holistic situations will never have a simple solution.Here are some things we mentioned:Click here to Donate to Birthright of Greater Danbury and support mothers and their babies: Birthright services are always free, confidential, and available to any woman regardless of age, race, circumstances, religion, marital status, or financial situation. ***Be sure to adjust the "...
2022-06-281h 11
Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaLisa Cotter - Living From Your Feminine GeniusIn today's episode, we had the privilege of speaking to Lisa Cotter about her latest book Reveal the Gift: Living the Feminine Genius. This was a great conversation and Lisa was able to unpack the Feminine Genius - how it can change the way we see Church teaching, how it can apply to our marriage, and how can encourage our daughters! Let’s jump in!Purchase Lisa’s book Reveal the Gift: Living the Feminine Genius on Amazon or Ascension PressConnect with Lisa on In...
2022-06-2149 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaRehabilitating ChastityIn today's episode, we talk all about chastity. We discuss why St. John Paul said we need to rehabilitate chastity, acknowledge why chastity is difficult in marriage, and talk about ways this virtue can change the way we give and receive love. Let’s jump in!SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYPlease prayerfully consider becoming a patron and supporting our ministry! Support us on Patreon or buy us a coffeeHere are some things we mentioned in today's episode:“Resentment consists in an erroneous, distorted relation to value. It is a...
2022-06-1451 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaDo I Work Too Much? (Work-Life Harmony and the Gospel of Work)Why is it so difficult to manage our work and our relationships? In today's episode, we reflect on how difficult it is to find work and family balance, including the pressures of choosing a career and making advancements while also having a happy and holy family life.SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYPlease prayerfully consider becoming a patron and supporting our ministry! Support us on patreon or buy us a coffeeHere are some things we mentioned in today's episode:Show notesGospel of Work
2022-06-0744 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaTragedy, the Enemy, and How We Can Save the WorldIn today's episode, we reflect on the recent tragedy in Uvalde, Texas. We talk about how we handled hearing the news, how to love our families in times of world tragedies, and how the devil's plan to destroy the family is in full swing. SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYPlease prayerfully consider becoming a patron and supporting our ministry! Support us on patreonor buy us a coffeeHere are some things we mentioned in today's episode:Show notesThe Final Battle between the Kingdom of...
2022-05-3139 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhy the Covenants and the Eucharist Change our MarriageIn this week’s episode, we dive into the connection between marriage, the covenants God has made, and the Eucharist in order to answer the question: Does God break promises?SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYPlease prayerfully consider becoming a patron and supporting our ministry! Support us on patreonor buy us a coffeeHere are some things we mentioned in today's episode:Show notesOnly 33% of Catholic believe in the Eucharist Our quotes were from this speech: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en...
2022-05-2446 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaAm I Talking Too Much? And Other Questions You Should Ask To Become a Better ListenerThere are two parts to communicating, but most of us are only good at one! In communication, we talk and we listen. As much as we work on our delivery of expressing our thoughts and our feelings, we often forget that listening is a skill that also requires attention to detail. This episode we dive into the other side of communication, share about our struggles in the area of listening, and develop some strategies for tuning into the needs of our spouse.SUPPORT OUR MINISTRYPlease prayerfully consider becoming a patron and supporting our...
2022-05-1748 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaGrace, Difficulties, and What We Do When Things Get HardWhat does it mean to lean into grace? How can we get help from God when being married becomes a real struggle? What difference does Jesus make? We tackle all of these questions and we give your four practical ways to allow grace to work in your marriage. SUPPORTPlease prayerfully consider becoming a patron and supporting our ministry! Support us on patreonor buy us a coffeeHere are some things we mentioned in today's episode:"Certainly, there are difficulties. But Jesus provided married couples with...
2022-05-1047 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaCan I complain about my kids? Why Parenthood Can Be Hard and a Gift at the Same Time.Are children a burden or a gift? If children are supposed to be a gift, why is parenthood so hard? In today’s episode we talk about children, parenthood, and how good things are sometimes hard and we ask St. John Paul about complaining about our kids.SUPPORTPlease prayerfully consider becoming a patron and supporting our ministry! Support us on patreon or buy us a coffeeHere are some things we mentioned in today's episode:"Children are not an "accessory" to the project of married life. Th...
2022-05-0346 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhy Doesn’t My Spouse Get Me? The Difference Between Ask-Culture and Guess-CultureWhy does it feel like we are talking past each other rather than to each other sometimes? In today’s episode we consider a new, life-changing, theory of communication and apply it to our marriage in an effort to continue to build up our communication skills.SUPPORTPlease prayerfully consider becoming a patron and supporting our ministry! Support us on patreonHere are some things we mentioned in today's episode:Are You Ask Culture or Guess Culture? This Communication Skill Is Life-ChangingRange: Wh...
2022-04-2641 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWill God Really Heal Us? How God Has Met Us On Our Healing JourneyWhat does it mean for God to heal us? If God is going to heal us, how would he do it? A retreat, therapy, or charismatic prayer? In today's episode we reflect on how God has met us on our healing journey and how we've experienced healing through our marriage, and we ask St. John Paul the great what he thinks about God's healing!Here are some of the things we referenced in today's episode:JP2 Healing CenterUndone by Carrie Daunt...
2022-04-1948 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhat Are We Saying "Yes" To? Why Marital Vows Are Hard and It's OK to StruggleWhat did we say "yes" to on our wedding day? If we are struggling in our "yes" who can we look to as an example of being faithful to our vows in hard times? In today's episode we bring these questions to St. John Paul, and he directs us to the perfect example of "yes".St. John Paul’s homily on Mary’s “Fiat”The danger of taking too much responsibility with Jordan PetersonUniformity with God’s will by St. Alphonsus LigouriT...
2022-04-1250 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhen Should We Start Having Kids? Fertility Awareness, NFP, and Why Children Are GiftsIn today's episode we talk to St. John Paul about having kids and we ask when the bets time to have kids is. We are reminded about the gift that kids are, we talk about the difference that Fertility Awareness, Fertility Awareness Based Methods, and Natural Family Planning have made in our decision to have our 5 children, and Monica shares a little bit about how she came to learn FA/NFP. Interested in learning more about FA/NFP download our Fertility Awareness and Natural Family Planning Cheat LINKS...
2022-04-0548 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhat If I Don't Feel Loved? Why The Love Languages MatterWhat if you don't feel loved in your marriage? What are some tools you could use to enhance the love between you and your spouse? In today's episode we talk to St. John Paul about love! We talk about how do we can meet the demands of love on a daily basis by familiarizing ourselves with the 5 love languages.LINKSHere are some of the things we mentioned in today's episode:TAKE THE QUIZ and find out your love languagesWATCH THIS VIDEO of...
2022-03-2951 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWho Should Do the Dishes? and Other Questions About Dividing Household Responsibilities.What is the best way to divide the household responsibilities? In today's episode we share our experience dividing household responsibilities, and we reflect on St. John Paul's Familaris Consortio paragraph 66. Thank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families. If you are benefitting in someway from what we're doing, here are some ways you can support our show:Go To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. JosephGo To...
2022-03-2242 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaBonus: Why go to Joseph?In today's bonus episode we celebrate St. Joseph's feast day by talking about why we love him so much. You also get to hear 3 reasons why we think everyone should start a new devotion to St. Joseph today!OUR BOOKSGo To Joseph: 10 Day Consecration to St. Joseph: https://amzn.to/3Ivh5eSGo To Joseph For Children: https://amzn.to/3fU9biNPrayers to St. Joseph8 power prayers to St. JosephSt. Joseph Resources online
2022-03-1915 min
The Revelation ProjectEpisode 118: Patricia Lynn Reilly - A God Who Looks Like MeListen deeply enough to any author’s words, and you will touch their personal vulnerability. Underneath the public words, the private fleshiness pulsates...
Listen why Patricia’s books are focused on women’s stories from within the Judeo-Christian tradition?
Hear how we discuss patriarchy’s trickle-down effects. Patricia offers examples from women's everyday lives and why it is so important to reveal those connections.
Patricia talks about the important process women go through to “re-socialize” and why that process is necessary.
Listen to how Patricia was transformed into an atheist after spending her elementary school years in a Catholic orp...
2022-03-161h 16Two Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhat About Mental Illness? What St. John Paul Says About DepressionHow does mental illness change the dynamics of a marriage? How can couples acknowledge mental health struggles while simultaneously building up their marriage in the process? In today's episode we bring this to St. John Paul and gain practical and spiritual insights for growing our marriages in the midst of the storms that come with mental health struggles. SHOW NOTESThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families! In today's episode we reference the "Address...
2022-03-1533 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaDo You Really Marry the Family? How Boundaries Build Healthy RelationshipsIn today's episode we ask St. John Paul about the popular adage, "you don't just marry the person you marry the family." During our conversation you get to hear our reflections on St. John Paul's writings about the importance of the relationship of the husband and wife, and we talk about how boundaries can help develop a strong marital bond, and strong family bonds as well. We're so happy to share this conversation with you! Don't forget to review, subscribe, and share this podcast, any little bit of support helps the algorithm!SHOW NOTES
2022-03-0843 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaDoes Our Compatibility Matter?Should introverts marry extroverts? Should you have similar interests or should you like completely different things? Or does compatibility mean something more? In today's episode you can hear our experience and the ways we're compatible (and incompatible), and we reflect on the role that the Gospel takes in our compatibility and the fulfillment of our marriage.Don't forget to review, subscribe, and share this podcast, any little bit of support helps the algorithm!SHOW NOTESThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and w...
2022-02-2241 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaDo You Have Any Advice For the Wedding Night?In today's episode, we ask St. John Paul if he has any advice for the wedding night and we dive into his advice from Love and Responsibility! This is a great conversation and we're so happy you're here with us!SHOW NOTESThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families! In today's episode, we reference Love and Responsibility, to purchase a copy visit: Love and ResponsibilityLINKS
2022-02-1531 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaShould Your Spouse Be Your Bestfriend?In today's episode, we discuss friendship, our taste in TV shows, and how a couple's friendship should grow and evolve in their marriage.SHOW NOTESThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families! In today's episode, we reference Love and Responsibility, to purchase a copy visit: Love and ResponsibilityLINKSLearn more about our marriage and family ministry: https://twobecomefamily.com
2022-02-1526 minTwo Become Family with Renzo and Monica OrtegaWhy Does Marriage Prep Matter?In today's episode we discuss how St. John Paul the Great saved our marriage, how being a stay-at-home-dad changed Renzo's perspective on being a husband and father, and why it's so important for couples to prepare well before getting married!SHOW NOTESThank you all for your ongoing support. We love what we do, and we pray that it is a blessing to you and your families! In today's episode, we reference Familiaris Consortio, to read the full document visit: Familiaris ConsortioHere is the blog...
2022-02-1429 min
The Catholic CoupleChristmas-The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and JosephToday's Saint of the day is...St. Stephen
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2021-12-2814 min