First American Pope: Is Leo XIV the Leader We've Been Praying For?
In this historic episode of The Catholic Couple Podcast, we dive into the groundbreaking election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, and explore what this could mean for the future of the Church. We unpack the significance of his name choice and the powerful connections to Pope Leo XIII, a champion of social teaching and Catholic renewal.We also share our personal excitement and hometown pride—Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, is from Dolton, IL, literally the next town over from where we both grew up on the South Side of Chicago! We reflect on what his local roots and pastoral heart might bring to his new role and our hope that his papacy becomes one of unity, healing, and bold leadership in a divided world.Join us for a candid, faith-filled conversation about what this moment means for the global Church and for everyday Catholics like us.🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic conversations from a couple who loves Jesus, the Church, and each other.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share!Need a new scapular or rosary? Get great, premium Catholic must haves with our newest affiliate. Get 10% off by using this link and code THECATHOLICCOUPLEhttps://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85
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Transformative Power Through Vulnerability with Mary Bruno
In this powerful and deeply moving episode, we sit down with Mary Bruno—Catholic speaker, author, and co-founder of FAbM Base—to explore how vulnerability can become a gateway to healing, intimacy, and true transformation. Mary shares her personal journey through suffering, infertility, and surrender, and how God used her deepest wounds to reveal His profound love and purpose. We discuss the beauty of authentic relationships, the freedom that comes with embracing our brokenness, and how the Church’s teachings on womanhood and fertility brought Mary new life. This episode is a reminder that God doesn’t waste our pain—He redeems it.https://marygbruno.com/Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share!Need a new scapular or rosary? Get great, premium Catholic must haves with our newest affiliate. Get 10% off by using this link and code THECATHOLICCOUPLEhttps://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85
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Picking the Next Pope: Remembering Pope Francis, Conclave, and Much More
In this episode of The Catholic Couple Podcast, we reflect on the life and legacy of Pope Francis, examining the major themes, teachings, and challenges of his papacy. We also dive into the fascinating process of the conclave — how the Church discerns and elects a new pope — and discuss what qualities are most needed in the next successor of St. Peter. Join us for an honest, hopeful conversation about the future of the Church and the critical role of strong, faithful leadership in these times.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share!Need a new scapular or rosary? Get great, premium Catholic must haves with our newest affiliate. Get 10% off by using this link and code THECATHOLICCOUPLEhttps://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85
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How and Why to Pray the Holy Rosary
How and Why to Pray the Rosary | The Catholic Couple Podcast🙏 In this episode of The Catholic Couple Podcast, we dive deep into how and why to pray the Holy Rosary, one of the most powerful and beloved devotions in the Catholic Church. Whether you're a lifelong Catholic or just beginning your faith journey, this episode will help you fall in love with the Rosary all over again—or for the first time!🎙️ We discuss:What is the Holy Rosary and how to pray itThe history of the Rosary and its development over the centuriesThe Rosary in Sacred ScriptureCommon objections to praying the Rosary and how to respondThe Rosary as a spiritual weapon in the battle against evilPowerful testimonies from saints whose lives were transformed by this prayer (including St. Dominic, St. Padre Pio, St. John Paul II, and more)💥 Learn why Our Lady of Fatima called for daily Rosary prayer, how the Rosary leads us closer to Jesus through Mary, and how to make this devotion part of your daily spiritual routine.🔥 Don't miss this episode if you're looking to strengthen your prayer life, grow in devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, or understand the power of meditative prayer in spiritual warfare.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share!Need a new scapular or rosary? Get great, premium Catholic must haves with our newest affiliate. Get 10% off by using this link and code THECATHOLICCOUPLE#Rosary #CatholicPodcast #TheCatholicCouple #PrayTheRosary #CatholicFaith #CatholicDevotions #SpiritualWarfare #BlessedMother #OurLady #CatholicSaints #CatholicPrayer #MarianDevotionhttps://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85
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Offer It Up: Redemptive Suffering with Megan Hjelmstad
What if your suffering wasn’t meaningless? In this powerful episode of The Catholic Couple Podcast, we sit down with Megan Hjelmstad, Catholic author, speaker, and wife and mother of four, to dive deep into the mystery of redemptive suffering.We unpack her brand-new book, Offer it Up: Discovering the Power and Purpose of Redemptive Suffering, and explore how uniting our pain with Christ’s can transform not only our lives but the lives of others. Megan shares her personal journey, practical wisdom, and the healing that comes from offering our trials to God with trust and purpose.If you’ve ever asked, “Why am I going through this?” or “What’s the point of suffering?”, this episode will give you hope, clarity, and a new way to suffer well—with Christ, for others, and for your own sanctification.🙏 Learn how to suffer with purpose 💬 Hear Megan’s inspiring story and insights 📖 Discover how the saints and Scripture illuminate this powerful teaching 💥 Be reminded that nothing is wasted when offered to God📚 Get the book: Offer it Up by Megan Hjelmstad https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85
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