Podcasts by Ave Spotlight

Episode 134: Compassion in Action Series: Embracing the Poor with Fr. Malachy Joseph Napier from 2023-12-11T05:00

In this episode of our Compassion in Action Series, Chenele sits down with the insightful Father Malachy to dive into the heart of service and self-awareness. Get ready for a candid conversation as...

Episode 133: Catholic Art and Media: Holy Laughter! Conversation with Catholic Comedians Scott Vinci and Carl Kozlowski from 2023-11-27T05:00

Get ready for a holy dose of laughter on this episode of Ave Spotlight! Join host Chenele as she sits down with Catholic comedians Scott Vinci and Carl Kozlowski. Together, they delve into the tran...

Episode 132: Best of Ave Spotlight: The Theology of Style with Lillian Fallon from 2023-11-13T05:00

Lillian Fallon discusses her passion for what she calls a “theology of style”: how to view your personal style through the lens of the Theology of the Body. Through social media, Fallon expresses h...

Episode 131: Multiplayer Miracles: The Community Power of Gaming with Bobby Angel from 2023-10-30T05:00

"Can I love video games and love the Lord?" Maybe you’ve encountered people who only see gaming as a waste of time or even a gateway into bad habits. Bobby Angel, however, sees beautiful potential ...

Episode 130: Compassion in Action: A Greener Future with Maria Benes from 2023-10-16T05:00

Join us for an exciting episode of Ave Spotlight's Compassion in Action Series! In this special installment, we're diving deep into the world of Environmental Stewardship with our returning guest, ...

Episode 129: Catholic Art and Media: Simple Ways to Live Liturgically with Erica Tighe Campbell from 2023-10-02T05:00

Join us in this special episode of our Catholic Art and Media series as we sit down with Erica Tighe Campbell, a talented Catholic artist, and founder of the inspiring ministry, Be A Heart. Erica d...

Episode 128: Catholic Art and Media: From Inspiration to Creation with Valerie Delgado of Pax.Beloved from 2023-09-18T05:00

God loves to speak to us through our gifts. This is what Valerie Delgado learned when she had a dry spell in her prayer life and leaned into her love of art. Through drawing she not only grew close...

Episode 127: Compassion in Action: Solidarity and the Gospel of Food with Fr. Leo Patalinghug from 2023-09-04T05:00

In the second episode of Ave Spotlight’s Compassion in Action series, guest Fr. Leo Patalinghug of Plating Grace chats with Chenele about why Jesus used meals to create solidarity and how we as Chr...

Episode 126: Catholic Art and Media: Catholic Music with Will Hickl of Novum Records from 2023-08-21T05:00

Can the music you listen to be a bop AND spiritually nourishing? Join us this week on episode 2 of our Catholic Art and Media Series as Chenele sits down with Will Hickl of NOVUM Records to explain...

Episode 125: Compassion in Action: The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers with Sam Povlock of FemCatholic from 2023-08-07T07:00

Join us this week as we talk with Sam Povlock of FemCatholic all about a truly dignified workplace. We talk paid leave, corporate balance, and the definition of work. You don’t want to miss it!

Episode 124: Catholic Art and Media Series: The Future of Faithful Media with Tanner Kalina from 2023-07-24T05:00

In the first episode of our series on Catholic Art and Media, Chenele Shaw is joined by Catholic evangelist Tanner Kalina. They talk about the power of using social media as a tool of evangelizatio...

Episode 123: Compassion in Action Series: An introduction to Catholic Social Teaching with Maria Benes from 2023-07-10T05:00

In this first episode of our Compassion in Action series, Chenele Shaw and Maria Benes provide an overview of Catholic Social Teaching and its significance in the modern world. Maria sheds light on...

Episode 122: The Importance of Good Books: Kids Summer Reading Edition from 2023-06-26T05:00

Are you looking for good summer reads for your kids that are not only entertaining but will also help them grow in virtue? Join Chenele Shaw this week as she speaks with Jessica Thornton from the L...

Episode 121: Mary, Mother of All with Mari Wagner of West Coast Catholic from 2023-06-12T05:00

Join Chenele Shaw this week as she talks with special guest Mari Wagner of West Coast Catholic about devotions, creativity, and growing in our relationship with Mary.

Episode 120: Best of Episode: Evangelization, Beatitudes, and Baseball with Fr. Casey Cole, OFM from 2023-05-30T08:00

You loved this episode from Fr. Casey Cole, OFM, so much that we brought it back! We hope you enjoy this Ave Spotlight “best of” episode. What do a priest, baseball, and the beatitudes have in comm...

Episode 119: Finding Hope and Healing from Sexual Addiction with Rachael Killackey from 2023-05-15T05:00

On this episode, Rachael Killackey of Magdala Ministries joins Chenele to talk about sexual addiction, pornography, community, and rediscovering true intimacy with God. It’s a powerful discussion t...

Episode 118: It's Time for a Revival with Joel Stepanek from 2023-05-01T05:00

This week Chenele Shaw talks with Joel Stepanek, chief mission officer for the National Eucharist Congress, about the Eucharistic Revival. What is it? How can you be a part of it? What does it mean...

Episode 117: Therapy Talk: Preparing Yourself for Marriage with Regina Boyd from 2023-04-17T05:00

On this week’s episode, Chenele Shaw talks with therapist and friend-of-the-show Regina Boyd about preparing for marriage. The two also discuss how to identify red flags in a relationships. Whether...

Episode 116: True Grit: Being a Man of Virtue with Paul George from 2023-04-03T05:00

What does it mean to be a man of virtue? This week Chenele and author and Catholic life coach Paul George talk about virtue, the saints, and how men are made for holy grit. George’s new book, Holy ...

Episode 115: Best Lent Ever with Gary Zimak from 2023-03-20T05:00

It’s not too late to make this Lenten season meaningful and transformative. Join Chenele this week as she talks with Gary Zimak, author of Give Up Worry for Lent!, about how to make the most of the...

Episode 114: Wakanda Forever and Grief with Jasmyn Joubert from 2023-03-06T05:00

Join Chenele and Jasmyn Joubert this week as they discuss what the Marvel superhero movie Black Panther: Wakanda Forever can teach us about grief and the healthy and unhealthy ways we can process i...

Episode 113: Let's Talk Dementia with Kate Fassbender from 2023-02-20T05:00

On this week's episode, Chenele talks with Kate Fassbender, founder and executive director of The Hem of Christ, a ministry of care and support for those living with dementia and their care partner...

Episode 112: Building a Bible Habit with Sarah Christmyer from 2023-02-05T19:00

Join Chenele Shaw this week to dive into the scriptures with Sarah Christmyer, host of the Living the Word Bible Podcast and general editor of the Living the Word Catholic Women's Bible. Sarah will...

Episode 111: Women and Sports with Sam Kelley of FIERCE Athlete from 2023-01-23T11:45

Join Chenele this week as she talks with Sam Kelley of FIERCE Athlete about all things women and sports. FIERCE Athlete--which stands for Femininity, Identity, Embodiment, Receptivity, Catholicism,...

Episode 110: New Year's Resolutions with Jasmyn Joubert from 2023-01-09T05:00

Happy New Year! During the first episode of the new year host Chenele Shaw and her good friend Jasmyn Joubert chat about resolutions. They will talk about new friends, the Bible in a Year Podcast, ...

Episode 109: Best of Ave Spotlight: The Christmas SEASON with Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ from 2022-12-26T07:00

Join Chenele on this special "best of" Christmas episode with our good friend Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ, of the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network. Fr. Joe leads us through an Ignatian meditation and talks ...

Episode 108: All About Dating with Lillian Fallon from 2022-12-12T05:00

On this week's episode, Chenele talks with long-time friend, Lillian Fallon, about dating--preferred apps, dating in your 30s, and how to stay hopeful. You don't want to miss it!

Episode 107: Faith in the Unexpected with Allison Gingras from 2022-11-28T05:00

Allison Gingras, author of Encountering Signs of Faith, shares the story of how her daughter's adoption helped her trust and encounter the Lord. Allison and Chenele also talk about sacramentals and...

Episode 106: Let's Talk Mass with Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP from 2022-11-14T05:00

Have you ever had questions about the Catholic faith? Perhaps you were confused about something you heard at Sunday Mass? You are not alone. This week Chenele and Busted Halo's Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP,...

Episode 105: 5-Minute Prayers Around the Advent Wreath from 2022-10-31T05:00

In this episode, Chenele and Lisa Hendey, founder of the award-winning CatholicMom.com and author of 5-Minute Prayers Around the Advent Wreath, talk about how to incorporate the Advent wreath into...

Episode 104: Misconceptions of Vatican II with Fr. Blake Britton from 2022-10-17T05:00

The 60th anniversary of the opening of Vatican II was October 11, 2022. There have been a lot of misunderstandings about what really happened during the council. Fr. Blake Britton, author of Recla...

Episode 103: Best of Ave Spotlight: The 5 Stages of Self-Change with Regina Boyd from 2022-10-03T05:00

Listen to licensed counselor Regina Boyd discuss the challenges of self-change and how we can take action to improve our lives.

Episode 102: The Power of Invitation: A Conversion Story with Santonio Hill from 2022-09-19T05:00

Join Chenele as she talks with Santonio Hill of Vagabond Ministries about his conversion story and how a simple invitation brought the Lord into his life. We are excited for you to hear it.

Episode 101: Giving Thanks and Letting Go with Danielle Bean from 2022-09-06T05:00

Danielle Bean joins Chenele to talk about sending your child to college, supporting their independence, and parental paranoia. Danielle shares her personal testimony of trusting God, and what she ...

Episode 100: Celebrating the 100th Episode of Ave Spotlight from 2022-08-22T05:00

This week we're celebrating the 100th episode of Ave Spotlight! Join host Chenele Shaw and former host Katie Prejean McGrady as they chat about how it feels to host their own show, their favorite e...

Episode 99: Host Chenele Shares Her Story of Reversion to the Faith from 2022-08-08T05:00

In the final episode of the Ave Spotlight summer conversion story series, host Chenele Shaw shares her own inspiring story of hope--from getting kicked out of high school to managing a Philly chees...

Episode 98: Leah Darrow on the Power of Personal Development from 2022-07-25T05:00

This week Chenele Shaw chats with Leah Darrow of Power Made Perfect, her new Christocentric personal development program. Darrow talks about being your best self and shares about her powerful conve...

Episode 97: Eve Tushnet on How the Truth and Beauty of Catholicism Led to Her Conversion from 2022-07-11T05:00

Chenele chats with Eve Tushnet about her conversion to Catholicism. After being deeply inspired by the reliquaries of the Church, Tushnet explored the faith more intentionally and was moved by the ...

Episode 96: Leah Libresco Sargeant on Her Conversion from Atheism to Catholicism from 2022-06-27T05:00

Chenele talks with Leah Libresco Sargeant about her conversion from atheism to Catholicism. After many debates during college, Sargeant was inspired to investigate Catholicism more fully by the fa...

Episode 95: Gloria Purvis on Her Conversion to the Catholic Faith from 2022-06-13T05:00

In this episode, Chenele Shaw chats with Gloria Purvis about her conversion to Catholicism when she was twelve years old after encountering the Lord in Eucharistic Adoration. Although her parents w...

Episode 94: Best of Ave Spotlight: Saints who Struggled with Mental Issues with Tommy Tighe from 2022-05-30T05:00

You loved this episode from Tommy Tighe so much that we have brought it back! We hope you enjoy this new feature of Ave Spotlight in which we replay these "best of" episodes from time to time. Osca...

Episode 93: Female Doctors of the Church and Spiritual Direction with Vinita Hampton Wright from 2022-05-16T05:00

Are you interested in spiritual direction but not sure how to get started?  Join us this week as Chenele talks with Vinita Hampton Wright about the difference between spiritual direction and therap...

Episode 92: Integrating Work and Faith with John Cannon of SENT Ventures from 2022-05-02T05:00

Do you wish your work culture reflected the values of your Catholic faith? Join Chenele Shaw and John Cannon, founder of SENT Ventures—an organization that supports and mentors Catholic entreprene...

Episode 91: Evangelization, Beatitudes, and Baseball with Fr. Casey Cole, OFM from 2022-04-25T05:00

What do a priest, baseball, and the beatitudes have in common? Join Chenele Shaw this week as she talks with popular YouTuber Fr. Casey Cole, OFM, about social media, the priesthood, and this summ...

Episode 90: Beginning Well with Joel Stepanek from 2022-04-18T05:00

We only have a few firsts in life, but we have many new beginnings. Do you embrace a fresh start as an exciting opportunity or do you mourn what you left behind? In this week's episode, Chenele Sha...

Episode 89: Faith, Hope, and Love for the Ukrainian Catholic Church with The Very Reverend Mark Morozowich from 2022-04-11T05:00

The Very Reverend Mark Morozowich joins Katie Prejean McGrady and Chenele Shaw, in a special crossover episode of Ave Explores and Ave Spotlight, to discuss the war in Ukraine and provide historica...

Episode 88: A Source of Renewal—Preparing for Holy Week and Easter with Fr. Michael White from 2022-04-04T05:00

In this episode, Fr. Michael White of Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland, talks with Chenele about how fully engaging in Holy Week services, the Triduum, and the Easter season can be a po...

Episode 87: Hope in the Face of Evil with Tom Corcoran from 2022-03-28T05:00

How can God allow horrible things to happen? In this episode, Chenele talks with Tom Corcoran, coauthor of _Seriously God?, about evil and navigating the challenges of life. Corcoran says that diff...

Episode 86: Take it Easy this Lent with Regina Boyd from 2022-03-21T02:00

Therapist Regina Boyd joins Chenele this week to talk about Lenten promises, scrupulosity, and not being too hard on yourself.

Episode 85: Radical Evangelization with Santonio Hill of Vagabond Missions from 2022-03-14T05:00

This week Chenele talks with Santonio Hill about how Vagabond Missions evangelizes to communities on the peripheries. Also, find out how you can answer the call to serve with your unique gifts.

Episode 84: A Devotion Turned Calling with Steve Kerekes from Scapulars.com from 2022-03-07T05:00

Have you ever wondered what a scapular is and why Catholics wear one? Chenele talks with Steve Kerekes, founder of scapulars.com, about how he came to love the devotion of wearing scapulars and how...

Episode 83: Journey to the Diaconate with Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers from 2022-02-28T05:00

Join us on our last episode for Black History Month where we visit with author and speaker Deacon Harold-Sivers. We talk about his journey to becoming a deacon, serving his community, and his new b...

Episode 82: Celebrating Black Saints with Meg Hunter-Kilmer from 2022-02-21T05:00

Chenele and Meg Hunter-Kilmer talk about the blessing and importance of befriending saints whose life experience is much different from our own. Meg also introduces lesser-known Black saints and sh...

Episode 81: Catholics United for Black Lives with Shannon Wimp Schmidt from 2022-02-14T05:00

Chenele talks with Shannon Wimp Schmidt, founding member and media director of Catholics United for Black Lives about responding to racism, educating the Church, and faithfully supporting the Black...

Episode 80: Celebrating Black Catholics with Marcia Lane-McGee from 2022-02-07T05:00

Happy Black History Month! Join Chenele and Marcia Lane-McGee in this special episode to talk about the uniqueness of Black Catholic culture, Marcia's new book Fat Luther, Slim Pickin’s, and her wo...

Episode 79: Gaming and the Gospel with Jonathan Blevins from 2022-01-31T05:00

How can we use social media to evangelize? In this episode, Chenele talks with Jon Blevins—AKA "Bearded Blevins"—founder of Little Flower Media, about building a community for Christ through gaming.

Episode 78: Consistently Pro-Life with Sam Povlock from FemCatholic from 2022-01-24T05:00

What does it mean to be consistently pro-life? This week Samantha Povlock, founder and CEO of FemCatholic, chats with Chenele Shaw about the pro-life movement and what being pro-life means. They al...

Episode 77: Gay and Christian with Eve Tushnet from 2022-01-17T06:00

What would happen if gay Christians began to believe the truth about God—that he loves all people unconditionally? Join Chenele this week as she talks with Eve Tushnet about navigating rejection an...

Episode 76: Welcoming People of ALL Abilities with Christy Wilkens from 2022-01-10T08:00

How can parish communities best love and support those with visible disabilities, as well as those with disabilities we cannot see? Join Chenele and author Christy Wilkens as they talk about Christ...

Episode 75: Learning to Love Your Body with Shelby Hirschman from 2022-01-03T05:00

Shelby from Good Body Nutrition joins us this week where we talk nutrition, faith, and learning to love your body.

Episode 73: Walking with Loved Ones who Experience Gender Dysphoria with Julia Sadusky from 2021-12-27T05:00

How can we walk with loved ones struggling with gender dysphoria and stay true to the Catholic faith? Psychologist Julia Sadusky discusses with Chenele what she has learned about gender identity th...

Episode 72: The Christmas SEASON with Fr. Joe Laramie from 2021-12-20T05:00

Join Chenele on this special Christmas episode of Ave Spotlight with our good friend Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ, of the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network, as he leads us through an Ignatian meditation and t...

Episode 71: Nearness with Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT from 2021-12-13T05:00

Enjoy this special episode from Ave Explores! Katie Prejean McGrady talks with Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, about drawing near to Jesus during Advent for peace and comfort in times of sorrow an...

Episode 70: Servant of God Thea Bowman with Karianna Frey from 2021-12-06T07:00

Servant of God Thea Bowman--a renowned Black Catholic evangelizer, teacher, writer, and singer--continues to inspire many people more than two decades after her death. Join Chenele as she talks wit...

Episode 69: A Journey to Sisterhood: Becoming a Nun in 2021 with Sr. Dolores Carmel Benitez from 2021-11-29T05:00

Discernment can be a blessing and a challenge. In this episode, Sr. Dolores Carmel Benitez shares her story of discernment and how she responded to God's call!

Episode 68: Dating Q&A with Regina Boyd from 2021-11-22T06:00

Let's talk dating! Chenele and Regina Boyd, a Catholic licensed counselor, answer listener-submitted questions on dating, getting out there, and giving yourself a break.

Episode 67: Can Catholics Party? with Mari Pablo from 2021-11-15T05:00

Partying with friends can sometimes lead to behaviors that are unhealthy and harmful. Campus minister Mari Pablo shares tips to help fellow Catholics create a community of support, accountability, ...

Episode 66: Lessons of Purpose from Marvel's Shang-Chi with Adrienne Garalde from 2021-11-08T05:00

The new movie Shang-Chi has been rocking the box office. Chenele visits with fellow Marvel nerd Adrienne Garalde to talk about the lessons he takes from the film by viewing it through a Catholic le...

Episode 65: All Souls' Day with Sr. Theresa Aletheia Noble, FSP from 2021-11-01T05:00

Memento Mori means "remember your death". In this interview, Sr. Theresa Aletheia Noble, FSP shares with us how living every day with death in mind actually helps you to live more fully.

Episode 64: All Saints Day with Meg Hunter-Kilmer from 2021-10-25T05:00

It’s the best day of the year! The amazing Meg-Hunter Kilmer talks about All Saints Day and many of her heavenly friends. Check out this episode and meet a new saint friend.

Episode 63: Healing for Adult Children of Divorce from 2021-10-18T05:00

In this episode, Chenele talks with Daniel and Bethany Meola, cofounders of Life-Giving Wounds, a ministry for Catholic adult children of divorce that allows them to discuss their pain and experien...

Episode 62: How Can You Help? Hurricane Response with Adam Fuselier from 2021-10-11T05:00

Multiple natural disasters have left many of our brothers and sisters, especially those in Louisiana, in great need. Today we are joined by Adam Fuselier, managing director of Dumb Ox Ministries. H...

Episode 61: Navigating Tough Conversations with Samantha Povlock of FemCatholic from 2021-10-04T05:00

Samantha Povlock, the founder of FemCatholic, discusses how to navigate tough conversations and shares resources we can use to be a part of challenging dialogues.

Episode 60: Raising Your Consciousness about Ethical Fashion with Veronica Marrinan of Litany NYC from 2021-09-27T05:00

Is ethical and sustainable shopping attainable? If so, how do you do it? Join us this week as we talk about fashion and consumer responsibility with Veronica Marrinan, founder of Litany NYC fashion...

Episode 59: The Danger of Purity Culture with Hannah Gutierrez from 2021-09-20T05:00

Let's talk purity culture! In this episode, Hannah Gutierrez, formerly with the Culture Project, talks about sexual education and how to find balance in our hyper-sexualized world. Gutierrez hopes ...

Episode 58: A Catholic Response to Talking About Suicide with Deacon Shoener from 2021-09-13T05:00

In this special episode, we talk about how the Church responds to mental illness and suicide. Deacon Ed Shoener shares the story of the tragic death of his daughter Katie and the power of community...

Episode 57: Where Do We Go from Here? The Church and the Covid-19 Pandemic from 2021-09-07T08:30

How do we live our lives as joyful Catholics after a pandemic? How do we re-enter parish life? Join us this week as Fr. Blake Britton discusses how to find joy amid anxiety.

Where Do We Go from Here? The Church and the Covid-19 Pandemic from 2021-09-07T08:30

How do we live our lives as joyful Catholics after a pandemic? How do we re-enter parish life? Join us this week as Fr. Blake Britton discusses how to find joy amid anxiety.

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Episode 56: Children and the Mental Health Crisis with Jasmyn Joubert from 2021-08-30T05:00

This past year has brought its fair share of challenges, especially in regard to the mental health of children. School counselor Jasmyn Joubert discusses how to help kids navigate difficult times.

Children and the Mental Health Crisis with Jasmyn Joubert from 2021-08-30T05:00

This past year has brought its fair share of challenges, especially in regard to the mental health of children. School counselor Jasmyn Joubert discusses how to help kids navigate d...

Episode 55: The 5 Stages of Self-Change with Regina Boyd from 2021-08-23T10:00

Listen to licensed counselor Regina Boyd discuss the challenges of self-change and how we can take action to improve our lives.

The 5 Stages of Self-Change with Regina Boyd from 2021-08-23T10:00

Listen to licensed counselor Regina Boyd discuss the challenges of self-change and how we can take action to improve our lives.

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Episode 54: Diversity of Femininity with Rachel Wong from 2021-08-16T10:00

This one is for the ladies! What does diversity of femininity in the Church look like? Join Chenele Shaw as she talks feminine genius with Rachel Wong, host of The Feminine Genius Podcast.

Episode 53: Called to Create with Christie Peters of Every Sacred Sunday from 2021-08-09T05:00

Going from college roommates to business owners wasn't an easy feat for Christie Peters and Kassie Manning, cocreators of Every Sacred Sunday, a popular weekly Mass journal. Join us this week as we...

Episode 52: Mariana Pimiento (Big Apple Catholic) on Being Called to Mission from 2021-08-02T05:00

As a young teen, Mariana Pimiento, aka Big Apple Catholic, dreamt of moving to New York City. While in the Big Apple, she fell away from the faith until she was invited to Mass and dinner by a stre...

Episode 51: Q&A on Women’s Health with Dr. Monique Ruberu from 2021-07-26T05:00

Dr. Monique Ruberu, a pro-life Ob/Gyn, answers submitted questions on women's health, Natural Family Planning, and contraception. Ruberu shares a wealth of information to empower women and enhance ...

Episode 50: Addiction, Sobriety, and Embracing Community with Scott Weeman from 2021-07-19T05:00

Can the sacraments help on the journey to sobriety? Scott Weeman shows us that the answer is "absolutely" as he shares his amazing story of how his faith brought him from battling his addiction to ...

Episode 49: Tommy Tighe on Saints Who Struggled with Mental Health Issues from 2021-07-12T05:00

Can we be saints and struggle with mental illness? Join Chenele Shaw and mental health counselor Tommy Tighe on this special episode where they talk about saints who strived for holiness and strugg...

Episode 48: Meg Hunter-Kilmer Spotlight on a Saint from 2021-07-06T05:00

Let's talk saints! Author and speaker Meg Hunter-Kilmer discusses St. Mark Ji Tianxiang who, although he struggled with addiction throughout his life, lived with great faith.

Episode 47: Regina Boyd on Mental Health from 2021-06-28T05:00

Let's talk about mental health: Join Chenele Shaw and mental health counselor Regina Boyd on this special episode where they answer listener questions about everything from managing anxiety to goin...

Episode 46: Faith and Science with Jennifer Nolan from 2021-06-21T05:00

She’s a neuroscientist, homeschool mom, and founder of Catholic Polytechnic University: Don’t miss Jennifer Nolan as she discusses her hopes for future Catholic scientists!

Episode 45: Lessons of Fatherhood with Oluwaseun Ogunmodede from 2021-06-14T05:00

Oluwaseun Ogunmodede shares his excitement about being a new father with host Chenele Shaw. He discusses his hopes for fatherhood and the lessons he's already learned.

Episode 44: The Sacred Heart of Jesus with Emily Jaminet from 2021-06-07T05:00

Emily Jaminet discusses how devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus influenced her life and that of her family. She also talks about her book Secrets of the Sacred Heart.

Episode 43: Living Mercifully with Mary Pezzulo from 2021-06-01T05:00

Mary Pezzulo discusses how personal encounters in her life changed her perspective on what it truly means to live the Works of Mercy.

Episode 42: Finding Sanctuary with Jennifer Hubbard from 2021-05-24T05:00

Jennifer Hubbard discusses her book Finding Sanctuary, what sanctuary means to her, and the healing power of forgiveness.

Episode 41: Praying a Christ-Centered Rosary with Jim Papandrea from 2021-05-17T05:00

James L. Papandrea discusses how his devotion to the Rosary began after his reversion to the faith and how the Rosary helps us grow closer to God.

Episode 40: The Power of Pentecost with Fr. Cassidy Stinson, The Happy Priest from 2021-05-10T05:00

Fr. Cassidy Stinson discusses the power of Pentecost and how we can pray for the Holy Spirit to help us get a better understanding of ourselves.

Episode 39: Teaching During the COVID-19 Pandemic from 2021-05-03T05:00

This week Ave Spotlight celebrates teachers, Madeleine Post discusses what she's learned working with students in an all-girls Catholic school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during COVID and what i...

Episode 38: Making the Bible Your Own with Sarah Christmyer from 2021-04-26T07:00

Sarah Christmyer discusses how to make the Bible part of your daily life. She also outlines the unique features of The Ave Catholic Notetaking Bible for which she is a contributor.

Episode 37: Self-Care and the Easter Season with Steven Joubert from 2021-04-19T07:45

Musician Steven Joubert discusses self-care and wellness, the beauty of Easter, and the power of the Resurrection on our spiritual lives. Joubert said he lives with a greater sense of peace and a s...

Episode 36: The Easter Season from 2021-04-12T05:00

Deacon Greg Kandra discusses his journey to become a deacon, tips for growing in your spiritual life, and the beauty of the Easter liturgy.

Episode 35: Divine Mercy Sunday from 2021-04-05T05:00

Michele Faehnle discusses how devotion to the Divine Mercy has shaped her life. She also shares tips on living out the works of mercy in your day-to-day life and how we can be merciful to others.

Episode 33: The Theology of Style from 2021-03-29T05:00

Lillian Fallon discusses her passion for what she calls a "theology of style": how to view your personal style through the lens of the Theology of the Body. Through social media, Fallon expresses h...

Episode 32: Holy Week from 2021-03-22T05:00

Fr. John Burns talks about how Holy Week gives us a chance to enter intentionally into the suffering of Christ.

Episode 31: Celebrating St. Patrick from 2021-03-15T05:00

James McLoughlin, director of youth ministry for the Diocese of Clogher in Northern Ireland, discusses the history and tradition of St. Patrick's Day in Ireland. He explains how St. Patrick is reve...

Episode 30: Teaching Others How to Pray from 2021-03-08T05:00

Carolyn Pirtle, author of Ten Ways to Pray: A Catholic Guide for Drawing Closer to God, discusses the importance of explaining prayer in a way that encourages people to pray intentionally.

Episode 29: Celebrating St. Joseph from 2021-03-01T05:00

Fr. Trey Ange and his large Sicilian family traditionally host a St. Joseph's Altar on the Solemnity of St. Joseph, March 19. Ange, a priest of the Diocese of Lake Charles, explains how devotion to...

Episode 28: Praying with Music from 2021-02-22T05:00

Recording artist Sarah Kroger discusses her process of writing worship music and offers advice on how to pray with music during Lent.

Episode 27: Ashes to Ashes from 2021-02-15T05:00

Most Rev. Bill Wack, C.S.C., bishop of Pensacola-Tallahassee, discusses the true purpose of fasting, almsgiving, and prayer during Lent. He also explains that the ashes we receive on Ash Wednesday ...

Episode 26: Catholic Family Life from 2021-02-08T05:00

Mark Hart, executive vice president of Life Teen International, is the coauthor of Our Not-Quite-Holy Family with his wife, Melanie. He shares his own family's successes and failures and discusses ...

Episode 25: Praying with Art for Lent from 2021-02-01T05:00

Catholic artist Jen Norton, author of Surrender All: An Illuminated Journal Retreat through the Stations of the Cross, says praying with sacred art can be an easy, effective, and beautiful way to g...

Episode 24: Gearing Up for Lent from 2021-01-25T05:00

Gary Zimak, bestselling author of Give Up Worry for Lent, discusses focusing on making the liturgical season fruitful, healing, and hope-filled by allowing the Holy Spirit to direct our Lenten prac...

Episode 23: Developing Healthy Social Media Habits from 2021-01-18T05:00

Ann M. Garrido, author of #RulesofEngagement, discusses how to engage online in a healthy, life-giving, and productive way.

Episode 22: Finding Faith in Food from 2021-01-11T05:00

Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman discusses how cooking and welcoming people with simplicity and joy is the perfect way to build community, share faith, and grow in relationships with others.

Episode 21: Godly Goals for 2021 from 2021-01-04T05:00

Karen Barbieri, founder of Pietra Fitness, explains how we can set goals for the new year that focus on faith and fitness. Barbieri helps us recognize that health and holiness go hand in hand.

Episode 20: A Year in Review from 2020-12-28T05:00

Chenele Shaw and Katie Prejean McGrady discuss their favorite Ave Spotlight episodes of the year as they reflect on 2020 through the lens of faith, prayerfulness, and hope.

Episode 19: Looking Forward to 2021 from 2020-12-21T05:00

Fr. Joe Laramie, S.J, North American director of the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network, talks about the Year of St. Joseph recently designated by Pope Francis. Laramie says that praying for the Pope'...

Episode 18: Catholic Christmas Traditions from 2020-12-14T05:00

Elissa Tiprigan, founder of Catholic Family Crate, discusses how she creates activities to make feast days and liturgical seasons fun, family-centered, and life-giving. She also shares ways to cele...

Episode 17: Celebrating Our Lady of Guadalupe from 2020-12-07T05:00

Geovanne Garcia, an art teacher and youth minister in Dallas, Texas, discusses the significance of Our Lady of Guadalupe for the Mexican people and how participating in celebrations for the feast d...

Episode 16: Serving Others at the Holidays from 2020-11-30T05:00

Suzanne WiWi, copresident of the Christ Child Society of South Bend, Indiana, discusses how caring for families in need is important during this time of year, and even more so in the midst of the p...

Episode 15: A Day in the Life of a Country Priest from 2020-11-23T05:00

Fr. Edward Looney, a pastor of two parishes in the diocese of Green Bay and author of A Heart Like Mary’s, discusses his daily life as a priest and shares how he makes time for prayer, connecting w...

Episode 14: Liturgical Living for Advent from 2020-11-16T05:00

Haley Stewart, author of The Grace of Enough, discusses liturgical living and how orienting family life to the Church calendar is joyful, simple, and will keep you focused on faith.

Episode 13: Forming&Fostering Community from 2020-11-09T05:00

Catherine Fowler Sample, author of_ Gather Together_ and creator of _The Dating Project _documentary, shares how forming community is essential to our faith and valuable for our well-being and happ...

Learning New Saints from 2020-11-02T05:00

Meg Hunter-Kilmer, a Catholic blogger and speaker who is known as the "Hobo for Christ," discusses how learning the stories of the saints, especially those who are lesser-known, is an opportunity t...

Episode 12: Preparing for Advent from 2020-10-26T05:00

Tommy McGrady, a high school teacher and coauthor of Advent and Christmas: One Day at a Time for Catholic Teens, shares ways to intentionally prepare for Advent and enter into the new liturgical ye...

Episode 11: The Indispensable Role of Women in the Church from 2020-10-19T05:00

Jessica McMillan explores the role of women in ministry and authority in the Church. She also discusses women’s understanding of themselves, what they have to offer, and their unique wisdom and i...

Episode 10: Christ in the Storm from 2020-10-12T05:00

Jaymie Stuart Wolfe, an acquisitions editor at Ave Maria Press, reflects on the extraordinary Urbi et Orbi blessing from Pope Francis on March 27th, 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic. She explains...

Episode 9: The Family That Prays Together... from 2020-10-05T05:00

Fr. David Guffey, C.S.C., shares the story of Venerable Patrick Peyton, the founder of Family Rosary who is famous for the phrase “The family that prays together stays together.” The forthcoming d...

Episode 8: Discerning Truth&Civil Discourse from 2020-09-28T05:45

Ann M. Garrido, professor of homiletics at the Aquinas Institute of Theology and author of Let’s Talk About Truth, explains the definition of “truth,” how we determine what truth is, and how we can...

Episode 7: Black Lives are Sacred from 2020-09-21T05:00

Chenele Shaw talks about her experiences of racism and how it’s affected her relationship with God and explains how recognizing and resting in the sacredness of Black lives is more important than m...

Episode 6: Sharing Faith with Kids from 2020-09-14T05:00

Catholic author and speaker Jared Dees talks about how sharing faith with kids is not only an essential part of the mission of a family, but a great way for parents to engage more with the faith th...

Episode 5: Parenting through the Pandemic from 2020-09-07T05:00

Ave Spotlight features a special rebroadcast of the episode from Ave Explores: Catholic Family Life with actress, writer, and producer Jeannie Gaffigan, who shares the challenges and joys of being ...

Episode 4: Taking a Social Media Break from 2020-08-31T05:00

Catholic speaker and author Chika Anyanwu shares about her recent decision to take a break from social media, not only to use her time better, but also to focus on the voice of Jesus in her life an...

Episode 3: Helping Teens Transition to the New School Year from 2020-08-24T05:00

Roy Petitfils, a licensed professional counselor, speaker, and the author of Helping Teens with Stress, Anxiety, and Depression, talks about how to help teens and young adults get back into the rou...

Episode 2: Dealing with Anxiety from 2020-08-17T05:00

Gary Zimak, author of Give Up Worry for Lent! And the forthcoming Let Go of Anger and Stress!, joins the show to discuss how to deal with anxiety and fear of the unknown, especially during the pand...

Episode 1: Introducing Ave Spotlight from 2020-08-10T08:30

Introducing Ave Spotlight with a brief discussion of Taylor Swift’s new album, Folklore and an overview the vision for this new show: hope as an anchor for all Christians, especially as we face an ...