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encountered & embracedThe Journey of Lent: I am transformed (special episode - lent pt. 4)HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!!Hope you are all celebrating this spectacular weekend with our Lord finally being risen! To also celebrate this joyous weekend, we have our final episode from our 4-part "Journey Through Lent" series! Woot Woot!In today’s episode, we have two wonderful best friends and by esther sisters, Nica and Via, joining us in our conversation.We share our experiences and how we feel we have been changed and transformed through our Fiat challenge. In this conversation we talk about some of the difficulties we experienced this Lent as well as...
2022-04-1833 min
encountered & embracedThe Journey of Lent: the service of almsgiving (lent pt.3)Hello everyone,We are back again with another episode of our Lenten series! Woot Woot!In today’s episode, my special guest and by esther sister, Rin and I will talk about the third pillar of Lent - almsgiving.Almsgiving is an important aspect of Lent because just as Jesus served others, we too are called to serve our neighbours. In our conversation, we share our own thoughts and the things we are currently doing for our almsgiving this Lenten season. Furthermore, we will discuss the reasons why us Catholics practise almsgiving including ho...
2022-04-1230 min
encountered & embracedThe Journey of Lent: the act of fasting (lent pt. 1)“Fasting is directed to two things: the deletion of sin, and the raising of the mind to heavenly things” - St Thomas AquinasHello everyone!Welcome to the first official podcast of Encountered & Embraced!So for this season, we will be discussing the journey of Lent! It will be broken down into four episodes where we will be focusing on the three pillars of Lent - fasting, prayer and almsgiving as well as a surprise episode to end off the series! So you better keep your ears out when it will...
2022-04-0840 min
encountered & embracedThe Journey of Lent: the beauty of prayer (lent pt. 2)“Prayer is in fact the recognition of our limits and our dependence: we come from God, we are of God, and to God we return” - St John Paul IIAs we go through our own deserts, like Jesus, we experience many temptations and challenges. It is in such challenging times that we need to remain steadfast in our Lord and trust in Him. What better way to do that than through deep prayer with Him?In today’s episode, I will be talking to another by esther sister Maya about the second pillar of Lent...
2022-04-0838 min
encountered & embracedwelcome to the 'encountered & embraced' podcast‘The woman said to him, 'I know that Messiah -- that is, Christ -- is coming; and when he comes he will explain everything. Jesus said, 'That is who I am, I who speak to you.' John 4:25-27 Hello my beautiful sisters…& awesome brothers, With the brand new year upon us, I thought it would be great to freshen up our podcast series to something a bit new and different! As a group, we decided to change our podcast name from “Cars & Conversations” to “Encountered & Embraced”!If you want to know more about it, listen to this short introduction podcast, expla...
2022-04-0307 min
encountered & embracedS2 ep 9 - that's a wrapHello my beautiful sisters!Long time no see! I hope everyone had an amazing Christmas filled with joy, love and laughter!So before we end off this year, we thought it would be an awesome idea to dedicate this episode to look back on our year: 2021. We discuss what God has shown us, our personal achievements and goals throughout the past year. In this podcast, we will also reveal our new “word for the year” and what we personally look forward to in 2022.I hope you enjoy the podcast, so sit back, relax and...
2021-12-3132 min
encountered & embracedS2 ep 8 - do not grieve for I am hereI think we can all agree that we face many hardships and challenges in life. Sometimes, we can even fall into the same old traps and habits again and again. So, why is it that we continually fall? How can we ensure it doesn’t happen again?In today’s podcast, the graceful by esther sister Maya and I will have a conversation on "temptations" whilst addressing these questions. We will discuss the personal challenges that we fall into as well as the effects it has on our relationship with God. Furthermore, Maya and I will talk abou...
2021-09-3038 min
encountered & embraceds2 ep 7 - this too shall passDo you ever have times when you feel stressed and tired in life? Or do you ever experience feeling unmotivated or distant from God and those around you?Like you, I too have fallen into that trap many times and to be honest with you my beautiful sisters, I am experiencing it right now. So I thought, what better way to overcome and work through these feelings and situations than to have a conversation about it.In today’s podcast, my lovely by esther sister Rin and I will discuss these emotions and concerns we co...
2021-08-3127 min
encountered & embraceds2 ep 6 - 1st anniversary of made by esther: Q&AHello my beautiful sistersCan you believe it is our 1 year anniversary of ‘made by esther’! HAPPY ONE YEAR TO US!!To celebrate our 1st anniversary, we decided to have a special Q&A (Question & Answer) episode where we share with you our journey, thoughts, processes, and hardships since the creation of 'made by esther'! Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, my by esther sisters and I could not record the podcast together in one room. Thankfully, with technology, we were able to video call one another and answer all of your questions. So thank you to t...
2021-07-3034 min
encountered & embraceds2 ep 5 - loving la familiaHi Everyone!Before the month ends, we have another awesome episode of cars and conversations! Woot Woot!In today’s podcast, we have a special guest: Reg - which some of you may know from a previous episode (“through thick and thin”). Reg is a beautiful and God-fearing woman that we by esther sisters were fortunate enough to grow up with. We talk about loving and appreciating our families as well as the importance of faith within the family. We discuss that although every family goes through hardships and challenges, they also experience good times and make precious memories together.So sit...
2021-06-3033 min
encountered & embraceds2 ep 4 - moderation is keyHello Beautiful Sisters!Welcome back to another episode of cars and conversations!!In this month’s podcast, my lovely by esther sister Via, and I will be talking about moderation and self-control! I think we can all agree that we can excessively indulge in items and food that consume maybe a bit too much time out of our everyday life. So Via and I will share with you some of our indulgences and habits we’ve fallen into and how we strive to overcome them. We will also discuss how these can affect our faith and...
2021-05-3129 min
encountered & embraceds2 ep3 - may your Good Spirit lead meHas there been in a time in your life where God has called you to a new direction? Well, I can tell you that we know how you feel! In today’s podcast, my by esther sister Janz and I will be sharing our own experiences about listening to the Holy Spirit and trusting in His plan on where to go next. In our conversation, you will also hear about the Saints who inspired and helped us during our journey as well as the many blessings and discoveries we had along the way. So sit back, relax and join us...
2021-04-3033 min
encountered & embracedS2 ep02 - I am renewed, I am transformed and I am BLESSEDI think we can all agree that not everybody walks the same journey during the Lenten season. Some experience hardships, while others experience growth in their faith, prayer life and virtues. With all of these different paths and journeys in mind, we thought it would be a great idea to share with you how Lent has transformed us this year.In this episode, my dear by esther sister Rin, and I talk about our personal Lenten experiences. We share about the hardships and struggles we've needed (and are still trying) to overcome. We talk about the many...
2021-03-3135 min
encountered & embracedS2 ep1 - 2020.....so yesterdayHappy New Year Everyone!Can’t believe 2020 is finally over (and that we are already one month into 2021)! Hahaha time flies too quickly!To begin our podcast in this brand new year, the by esther sisters: Maya, Rin, Nica, Janz, Via and I, Mary, talk about goals for 2021. In this episode, we share some of the resources that helped inspire our new year's resolutions, what this year means for us and our hopeful transformation.So sit back, relax and join us in our conversation!Mary.Links:Word of...
2021-01-3117 min
encountered & embracedep12 - through thick and thin“God sends us friends to be our firm support in the whirlpool of struggle. In the company of friends we will find strength to attain our sublime ideal.”St. Maximilian KolbeFriendships are an integral part of a person's life and they aren't easy to maintain - they come with struggles and require hard work.In today’s episode we have three beautiful guests - Reg, Kathleen and my by esther sister Janz - sharing their journey of friendship. They talk about the joys, laughs, sorrows and struggles they have faced. They share about...
2020-11-3036 min
encountered & embracedep11 - keep the faithI think that we can all agree that we have faced many difficulties in our lives. We can often find ourselves feeling lost and disconnected from others and sometimes even from God.In today’s episode my lovely sister, Shahani and I discuss our struggles of finding God in times of trials and hardships. We share about particular times where we felt lost and where we persevered, as well as those who have helped us along our journey.So sit back, relax and join us in our conversation!mary....
2020-10-3137 min
encountered & embracedep10 - just do itHave you ever felt like you couldn't be bothered to do the things you’re meant to do?If you have ever felt like this or you’re experiencing this feeling at this very moment, this podcast is for you.Our by esther sister, Nica, and I will be sharing our moments of laziness and the challenges we face in changing habits and priorities. In this episode, we also discuss the ways we can overcome them and can get closer to Christ!So sit back, relax and join us in our conversation!ma...
2020-09-3032 min
encountered & embracedep09 - the making of Made By EstherHello Beautiful Sisters!!How are you all? It's been awhile!So we are back with another episode of Cars and Conversations! In this podcast, I have my wonderful by esther sisters discuss the creation of “Made By Esther” - the process, struggles, inspiration and how God led us (and continues to lead us!) through this journey.So, sit back, relax and join us in our conversation!by esther.mary.Follow & subscribe: Websites http://www.byesther414.wixsite.com/blog https://www.madeb...
2020-08-3124 min
encountered & embraced08.2 - we’re all in this together.Hello everybody!Welcome to another episode of Cars & Conversations! So, as you may already know from Part 1 of this episode, we decided to split this episode into two parts!In this episode, Ayah and I will be sharing our own disappointments, the feeling of shame and how we have dealt with our hardships. We talk about how shame and disappointments have affected our lives, and how important it is to acknowledge them in order for us to overcome them. And of course, we cannot do it alone, not by our own strength, but by the...
2020-06-3026 min
encountered & embraced08.1 - we’re all in this together.Hello everybody!Welcome to another episode of the Cars & Conversations podcast! In today’s episode the very talented and lovely sister Andrea (aka ayah) and I will be talking about two topics - sisterhood and disappointment. Originally we planned for it to be one episode, but we thought it was better to split into two parts.In this first part, we will be talking about sisterhood and what it means to us. We will also discuss the beauty of sisterhood, the hardships and challenges we have faced, and our overall sisterhood journeys. We know many of...
2020-06-2632 min
encountered & embracedep07 - what am I doing with my life?How are you my dear sisters? I hope you are all excited because we are back with another podcast! Woot Woot! You won't want to miss this! In today’s episode, we decided to talk about a topic that most of us can relate to: work and our careers. My special guest Cass, a Police Officer, and I, a Nurse, will be sharing our journey to our current jobs – how God led us there and why we do what we do. But not only that - we also discuss the many struggles and challenges we face in our ch...
2020-05-3047 min
encountered & embracedep06 - knowing whose you are.Hey Sisters!We are back again with another episode of Cars & Conversations! Today, my special guest Mary (aka Frankie) will be focusing on a very relatable topic that many of us women often struggle with: insecurities and self-love. We will be sharing with you our own journeys of loving ourselves for who God created us to be - flaws and all! So join us in our conversation as we uncover our true identities as daughters of God!by esther. Mary
2020-04-2940 min
encountered & embracedep05 - popping the struggle bubble.Have you ever faced a problem and just asked “Why me?”If you have asked this question or if you are at this very moment facing a problem - this podcast is for you!In this episode, my amazing by esther sister Rin, and I are going to share with you our challenging times, the emotions and hardships we felt and how we overcame them! We know that there is a lot happening in the world today - we are experiencing many challenges, we are being faced with uncertainties and we are having to adjust to these changes in our live...
2020-04-0743 min
encountered & embracedep04 - orange you glad we’re friends?Heyyyyy my dear sisters!Back at it again with another episode of Cars and Conversations! Woot woot!Since we are still in the month of love, we thought it would be a great idea to touch upon the love in friendship. In today’s podcast we have two beautiful by esther sisters - via and nica - who are also BFFs, to discuss their friendship! Get your headphones ready and join our conversation!mary.
2020-02-2719 min
encountered & embracedep03 - the gift of talk.Hello my dear friends, Welcome to another episode of Cars and Conversations! Woot woot! So, in today’s podcast I will be sharing with you my name ‘queen of talk’ and the gift of conversation. So get comfy and enjoy! mary.
2020-01-3116 min
encountered & embracedep02 - this is by esther - the year that came to be.This is by esther - the Year That Came to Be. Hello, hello, hello Everyone! Welcome back to Cars and Conversations (with Mary)! I hope you’re all excited because we just released the second podcast!! Woot woot! But before I talk about the podcast, I just wanted to let you know that this episode was not recorded in the car because sadly my car can only hold five people and we didn’t want to put anyone in the boot…Hahahah. Although, my car was outside of our office so it still counts! Anywho… today’s co...
2019-12-1726 min
encountered & embracedep01 - watching planes and finding God through stressful, overwhelming times.Watching Planes, and Finding God Through Stressful, Overwhelming Times. And here it is - our podcast: Cars and Conversations (with Mary)! The idea of Cars and Conversations is to simply talk to one another, get to know one another and share our faith and everyday experiences. We invite you to join us in these conversations and take a bit of a break from our busy lives. Mary’s first conversation is with another of our very own by esther sisters - Maya! In this first episode, we simply talk about what brought about this...
2019-10-2028 min