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What happens when a young man at a restaurant can't stop talking about his brother's food with pure joy? That's evangelization. Jim and Meghan sit down with Fr. Gale Hammerschmidt, pastor of St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center at Kansas State University, to explore what it means to love the faith so deeply that you can't help but share it. With humor, conviction, and stories from campus ministry, Father Gale reveals how joy becomes the foundation for passing on the faith to the next generation.

What’s in this episode:

• The restaurant story that perfectly captures evangelization
• Why joy must be the cause of faith in every Catholic household
• How St. Isidore's creates a culture where students want to be
• The 9:09 mass and why hundreds of college students attend
• Weekly Bible studies as spaces for checking in with people who love you
• Why Catholic schools and rules alone won't transmit the faith
• The Spirit of St. Andrew and taking the leap of faith immediately
• How St. Andrew brought his brother Peter to Jesus
• The pandemic ministry with 49 days of videos and nightly live streams
• Advice for parents sending kids to college and choosing good Newman Centers
• Focus missionaries and their impact on campus
• Investigating colleges and their Catholic presence before choosing
• The importance of gentleness alongside joy in ministry
• You become the average of the five people you spend the most time with
• One resource every Catholic family should know: Fr. Mike Schmitz's Videos and Ascension
• Book he is currently reading: Personal Prayer by Fr. Thomas Acklin & Fr. Boniface Hicks
• Advice to his younger self: Don't wait so long to take faith seriously
• Final wisdom for listeners: You become the average of the five people you spend the most time with, so choose wisely

Resources Mentioned:

St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center – Kansas State University campus ministry

St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center Facebook – Where Fr. Gale's homilies are posted

The Konza Catholic Podcast – Fr. Gale's podcast

Fr. Mike Schmitz's Videos and Ascension – Catholic teaching and resources

Personal Prayer by Fr. Thomas Acklin & Fr. Boniface Hicks – Fr. Gale's top recommendation on prayer

FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) – Campus missionary organization

Benedictine College – Catholic college in Kansas

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What if the greatest gift you can give your family isn't found in perfect schedules or flawless execution, but in the intentional ordering of your priorities? Jim and Meghan sit down with Lindsay Schlegel to explore what it truly means to cultivate a Catholic home. As a mother of five ranging from kindergarten to high school, Lindsay shares how she and her husband have built a family culture rooted in faith, liturgical living, and the recognition that God comes first, followed by spouse, then children. With honesty and wisdom, she reflects on navigating overscheduled lives, growing in virtue together, and showing her children that the adult life of faith is joyful, not burdensome.

What’s in this episode:

• The daily challenge of balancing busy schedules with patience and virtue
• Why the order matters: God first, spouse second, children third
• How a reality check on priorities can transform family life
• Lindsay's journey from a semi-Catholic upbringing to building liturgical traditions
• The importance of celebrating baptismal days and patron saint feasts
• Resources that helped her family embrace liturgical living
• Recognizing and adjusting to different seasons of family life
• How Lindsay kept writing and publishing while raising young children
• The story behind God's Little Flowers children's book
• Why showing kids that adult life is fun matters for their faith
• One resource every Catholic family should know: The Saints podcast
• Book she is currently reading: St. John Henry Newman's reflections on the litany of Loretto
• Advice to her younger self: Trust that it all works out and pray the litany of trust earlier
• Final wisdom for listeners: When you feel stuck, ask the Holy Spirit and find silence to hear where you're being led

Resources Mentioned:

Lindsay's website: lindsayschlegel.com

The Saints Podcast – Dramatized saint stories, including 5-episode format (15 minutes each)

Saints Alive Podcast – Saint stories for families

Saint Stories for Kids by Shining Light Dolls – 5-minute saint episodes for children

Hallow App – Catholic prayer app featuring Ben Rector's Christmas music

Don't Forget to Say Thank You by Lindsay Schlegel – Parenting lessons that brought her closer to God

God’s Little Flowers by Lindsay Schlegel – Children's book about recognizing our unique gifts

Reflections on the Litany of Loretto by St. John Henry Newman – Reflections for the month of May

Litany of Trust by Sr. Faustina Maria Pia, SV – A powerful prayer for surrendering to God's will

Ben Rector Music – Contemporary artist featured on Hallow App

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What if the crisis of beauty in our culture is actually a crisis of encountering God himself? Jim and Meghan sit down with Kate Capato to explore why authentic beauty is not decoration but essential to who we are called to be. Kate shares her journey from childhood wonder at snowflakes to creating oil paintings that invite prayer, healing, and encounter with Christ. With honesty and conviction, she speaks about the transformative power of beauty, the process of creating art through prayer, and why every Catholic home and church needs to reclaim the sacred.

What’s in this episode:

• Why beauty is essential for building up our characters, homes, and communities
• How childhood encounters with nature planted seeds for a life of sacred art
• The journey from fashion design to training in Florence as a sacred artist
• Kate's painting of Our Lady embracing Eve and the healing encounter that inspired it
• The spiritual wrestling that happens while painting biblical moments
• Simple ways families can bring beauty into their homes and deepen their faith
• Why sacred art in the home invites the saints in and protects against spiritual danger
• The soulless nature of AI art and why authentic beauty requires prayer
• How to commission sacred art for your home or parish
• One resource every Catholic family should know: Bishop Barron's Bibles with sacred art, "A is for Angel" for children, and Dietrich von Hildebrand's books on aesthetics
• Book she is currently reading: Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist by Brant Pitre
• Advice to her younger self: Keep looking at Christ and stop focusing on the waves around you
• Final wisdom for listeners: Don't be afraid to bring beauty into your spaces and answer the Holy Spirit's call to invest in beauty

Resources Mentioned:

Visual Grace – Kate's website with calendar, shop, and inquiry form for commissions and events

Bishop Barron's Bibles – Sacred art, poetry, and quotes from theologians throughout Scripture

A is for Angel – Sacred art book for young children learning letters

Aesthetics by Dietrich von Hildebrand– Two-volume deep study on the essence and importance of beauty

Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist by Brant Pitre – Understanding Scripture through Jewish typology

He and I – Diary of a French Catholic actress with encounters with Jesus

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What if true healing required more than just treating symptoms? Carrie Huebner joins Jim and Meghan to share how she's changing the landscape of Catholic healthcare by treating the whole person: body, mind, and spirit. From struggling with infertility to jumping off countless cliffs to follow God's call, Carrie's journey led her to create a practice where faith and medicine unite, where patients are asked about their spiritual health as much as their physical symptoms, and where healing begins with drawing closer to Christ.

What’s in this episode:

• How Carrie went from a typical cradle Catholic to discovering the transformative power of God's love
• Her unexpected infertility journey and how NaPro Technology blessed her family with five miracle babies
• Why she felt called to PA school as a homeschooling mom of five
• The Divine Mercy Sunday decision that changed everything
• How the Feast of the Annunciation became a sign of hope throughout her journey
• The miraculous phone call about Fiat Integrative Medicine while sitting in adoration
• Why she prescribes adoration, the Rosary, and spiritual healing alongside medical treatment
• The importance of addressing sleep, stress, trauma, and spiritual health in medical care
• Why work-life balance requires making hard decisions about what's soul-sucking
• One resource every Catholic family should know: The Hallow app
• Book she is currently reading: Be Healed by Bob Schuchts
• Favorite book: Be Healed and Unbound for deep healing
• Advice to her younger self: How much God loves her and how transformative and healing His love is
• Final wisdom for listeners: Be not afraid. God has a purpose for you. All you have to do is say yes.

Resources Mentioned:

Santa Casa Center – Carrie's integrative medicine practice in Canton, Georgia

My Catholic Doctor – Directory of Catholic healthcare providers across 50 states

Catholic Medical Association – Directory of Catholic physicians

Be Healed by Bob Schuchts – A book on healing past sins and trauma through the John Paul II Healing Institute

Unbound – A resource for breaking free from spiritual strongholds

Miracle Hour by Linda Schubert – A structured guide for adoration and prayer

Hallow app – Catholic prayer and meditation app with guided imaginary prayer

Creighton Model FertilityCare – Natural family planning and medical charting system that helped diagnose and treat the root causes of Carrie’s infertility

NaPro Technology – Restorative approach to women’s health that works with a woman’s cycle to address infertility and hormonal concerns

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Finding trustworthy screen content for young children can feel overwhelming, especially for Catholic parents who want both beauty and truth. Jim and Meghan talk with Tara and Anthony Bonna, the creative team behind Little Saints TV and Raising Saints TV, about how their desire to protect their children’s hearts turned into a joyful family mission. Through early learning, Scripture, saints, and original music, their projects help families teach the faith in simple, engaging ways. Tara and Anthony share how the idea began, how their kids participate, and how prayer, creativity, and persistence shaped a growing platform that serves families everywhere.

What’s in this episode:

• The inspiration behind Little Saints TV and Raising Saints TV
• Creating early learning content that stays faithful to Catholic teaching
• Turning everyday learning into opportunities for evangelization
• The role of music, storytelling, and visual learning in forming young hearts
• Lessons from filming, researching, and producing episodes from home
• How prayer, discipline, and spiritual growth shaped their creative work
• Encouraging other Catholic creators to use their gifts for the Church
• One resource every Catholic family should know: Catholic Answers
• Book they are currently reading: The Case for Jesus by Brant Pitre & Tara’s current selections from Catholic media and theology
• Favorite book: Upon This Rock by Stephen Ray & The Anti-Mary Exposed
• Advice to their younger selves: Pause more & keep eyes on God and stay focused on Him
• Final wisdom for listeners: Visit Our Lady of Champion & make what your kids love Catholic

Resources Mentioned:

Little Saints TV / Raising Saints TV – Catholic early learning shows, music, and family content

Sleepy Saints – Lullaby Scripture, rosary, and bedtime music for children

Holy Trivia – Catholic trivia for families and children

HeWo Player – Catholic audio device for kids

Catholic Answers – Trusted Catholic apologetics and resources

The Case for Jesus by Brant Pitre – Accessible defense of the Gospels and the divinity of Christ

Upon This Rock by Stephen Ray – A Catholic case for the papacy

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Celebrating the liturgical year does not have to be complicated. Jim and Meghan sit down with Ana Keyworth, Co-Founder of Party Like a Saint, to explore how her family-run business helps parents, schools, and parishes bring the beauty of the saints into everyday life. From simple feast day ideas to the surprising spiritual path that led to the business, Ana shares how faith, creativity, and courage can shape a home and nurture a vibrant Catholic culture.

What’s in this episode:

• Ana’s story of discerning Party Like a Saint during a season when celebrations were rare
• The simple ways families can evangelize through birthdays, feast days, and decor
• Encouraging reluctant kids and adults to celebrate the saints with joy
• How a single birthday party sparked a movement toward Catholic culture
• The quiet spiritual lessons Ana learned through starting a business
• The power of beauty, story, and tradition in forming young hearts
• The impact of Party Like a Saint on her own children and family life
• Why feast day celebrations do not have to be Pinterest perfect
• How small decorations can open faith conversations with guests
• One resource every Catholic family should know: Saints Alive Podcast
• Book she is currently reading: Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul by St. Faustina
• Favorite book: Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul by St. Faustina
• Advice to her younger self: Trust God more and take the leap of faith
• Final wisdom for listeners: Do not be afraid to party with the saints. Simple traditions can plant seeds of faith

Resources Mentioned:

Party Like a Saint – Catholic feast day and birthday decorations for families, schools, and parishes

Saints Alive Podcast – Dramatic audio stories introducing children to the saints

Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul by St. Faustina – Ana’s current spiritual reading

Sacramento Life Center – Crisis pregnancy organization supported by Party Like a Saint

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What does it look like to form a home where faith is lived, loved, and witnessed in the ordinary moments? Jim and Meghan sit down with Dr. Marlon De La Torre to explore how Catholic families can cultivate a deep religious sense through prayer, example, and presence. From early marriage to raising children and navigating suffering, Dr. De La Torre shares real stories, practical wisdom, and the quiet habits that shape hearts toward God. Whether your family is beginning again or seeking renewal, this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and hope.

What’s in this episode:

• The meaning of religious sense and why it shapes the entire home
• The role of example and atmosphere in forming a child’s love for God
• Stories of early parenting and the virtues children can awaken in parents
• The slow and steady process of introducing prayer, silence, and sacrament
• Why parents must remove distractions before adding new spiritual practices
• The importance of fasting and sacrifice in interceding for children
• Powerful insights for single parents seeking support and strength
• How miscarriage and loss shaped their family’s hope and faith
• One resource every Catholic family should know: The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien
• Book he is currently reading: Augustine and the Catechumenate
• Favorite book: Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales
• Advice to his younger self: Practice prudence and slow down before acting
• Final wisdom for listeners: Begin each day with silence and let God speak first

Resources Mentioned:

knowingisdoing.org – Dr. De La Torre’s writings, resources, and catechetical work

The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien – A literary introduction to Catholic symbolism, virtue, and story

The Mission – Film on sacrifice, evangelization, and moral courage

Cinderella Man – Film highlighting fatherhood, perseverance, and hope

A Man for All Seasons (1966) – Classic film on conscience and moral conviction

Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales – Guidance on prayer and daily holiness

Hallow App – Prayer, reflections, and spiritual resources for families

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The call to raise a faithful Catholic family often begins at the crossroads of comfort and courage. Jim and Meghan sit down with Catholic author and speaker Kevin Wells to explore why sacrificial love, spiritual discipline, and personal responsibility are essential in a culture drowning in ease. Drawing from his life as a father, writer, and nephew of Monsignor Thomas Wells, Kevin shares powerful stories of priestly heroism, parental accountability, and the need for parents and grandparents to reclaim their role as the domestic church. With candor and conviction, he invites families to embrace suffering, confront spiritual complacency, and step boldly into the mission God has placed before them.

What’s in this episode:

• The cost of real love and why comfort weakens our spiritual identity
• Why parents must form the domestic church beginning in the earliest years
• The influence of Monsignor Thomas Wells and the need for heroic leaders
• How grandparents can play a powerful role in calling kids back to Christ
• The importance of fatherly presence and daily family culture
• A clear blueprint for rebuilding the family through prayer and sacrifice
• Why suffering often becomes the doorway to clarity and repentance
• One resource every Catholic family should know: Family Rosary
• Book he is currently reading: The Hour of Testing by Father Donald Haggerty
• Favorite book: Coached by the Curé (his blueprint for families)
• Advice to his younger self: Do not be afraid to live your faith courageously
• Final wisdom for listeners: Ask God your role in this hour of testing and act on it

Resources Mentioned:

KevinWells.org – Books, articles, and speaking

Coached by the Curé – A blueprint for parents inspired by St. John Vianney

The Hour of Testing by Father Donald Haggerty – Prophetic reflections on the spiritual crises of today

Priest and Beggar – The heroic life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz

The Hermit – Kevin’s memoir on suffering, healing, and the grace of spiritual fatherhood