(Formerly Adventures in Imperfect Living) - From Rosary Army to The Catholics Next Door to Adventures in Imperfect Living, Rosary Army co-founders Greg and Jennifer Willits have been pioneers in Catholic podcasts since 2005. Funny, inspiring, and thought-provoking, they share their efforts to deepen their Catholic faith, raise a family, and live out Rosary Army's motto to Make Them. Pray Them. Give Them Away.
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Rosary Cast provides all four sets of mysteries of the Rosary in easy to download MP3 files. Prayed by Greg and Jennifer Willits, the founders of Rosary Army. Visit www.RosaryArmy.com for more information. Listen to Greg and Jennifer's Podcast - Adventures in Imperfect Living at GregandJennifer.com
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Launched in March 2005, Rosary Army Classic Podcast Archive features the first podcast ever launched by a Catholic organization (we beat the Vatican by two weeks!). Featuring Catholic husband and wife Greg and Jennifer Willits as they try to juggle their life, family, and faith while running www.RosaryArmy.com, a worldwide family apostolate dedicated to making, praying, and giving away all-twine knotted Rosaries. Featuring interviews, soundseeing tours, and conversations on all things Catholic.
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Who knew Catholics could be so much fun? Rosary Army co-founders Greg and Jennifer Willits have been podcasting since 2005, first with the award-winning Rosary Army Catholic Podcast, then with The Catholics Next Door on SiriusXM’s The Catholic Channel. Now they share your weekly dose of Adventures in Imperfect Living, a funny and thought-provoking journey of living out the Catholic faith, raising a family, and trying to have fun along the way.
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Catechism Class is a walk through the Catechism of the Catholic Church from beginning to end. Hosted by Catholic podcast veterans Greg and Jennifer Willits from Rosary Army and Adventures in Imperfect Living, it’s like the best book club, coffee talk, religious education class, and study group all rolled into one.
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RA #936: Everything Finally Suddenly Unexpectedly All At Once
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30:52Greg got inspired and recorded an off-the-cuff solo episode. Jennifer doesn't even know he did this. But many thoughts have been accumulating, and he needed to get them out. Also, he's writing this description, so why is it all written in third person? 🙏🏻 LINKS: • Video Version of This Episode - There ain't one, folks! 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twi…
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Jennifer is hooked on brain games and puzzles, a dive into Acts chapter 3, navigating pop culture, another stranger yells at Greg, and the search for lighthearted (and clean) entertainment. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • Video Version of This Episode - There ain't one for this episode! 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries • School of Mary • Audio Rosaries…
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RA #934: Greg and Jennifer's Audio Video Club
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34:53Still trying to figure out podcasting after 20 years, choosing what goes on video and what's just audio, exciting update on Greg's book (the date has been moved up!), and why working in a school has been good for Jennifer. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • Video Version of This Episode - There ain't one for this episode! 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries …
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You’ve heard it a thousand times: “Offer it up.” But maybe that phrase doesn't mean what you think it means. In this episode, Greg and Jennifer dig into this often-dismissed Catholic phrase and how rediscovering its true meaning can radically transform how you approach suffering, prayer, and even the Offertory at Mass. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • VIDEO VERSION 🙏🏻 …
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RA #932: Life After Midlife is Not What We Expected.
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1:32:16After decades of raising kids, building routines, and chasing goals, why don't we feel further along? In this episode, we discuss candidly what it’s like navigating life in our 50s: becoming first-time grandparents, reevaluating what “productivity” means, coping with physical and spiritual changes, and finding ways to stay grounded in our marriage …
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RA #931: We Went to Kansas. It Brought Up a Lot.
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28:36We reflect on our son’s graduation from Benedictine College, the emotions it stirred, and why this season feels like a spiritual turning point. We also discuss easy ways to follow Pope Leo XIV’s papacy and explore how God meets us despite our past and calls us forward — again and again. Plus: why it’s a great time to be Catholic. After our son’s gr…
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RA #930: Why We're Hopeful About Pope Leo XIV
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28:31White smoke sure rose faster than anyone expected (at least faster than we did)! In this episode, we share where we were when Pope Leo XIV was elected, what it felt like in that moment, and our first impressions of the new Holy Father. We talk about: • Greg’s emotional reaction to the white smoke • Jennifer’s experience watching the announcement fr…
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RA #929: A Rosary-Loving Pope? What We’re Hoping For.
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28:31What kind of Pope does the Church need right now? In this episode of the Rosary Army Catholic Podcast, Greg and Jennifer reflect on the pontificates of St. John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI, and Pope Francis — and share what they’re hoping for in the next successor of Peter. From a renewed love of the Rosary, to a rekindling of the New Evangelization…
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RA #928: Fulton Sheen, Marriage, and the Cross (and Cold Coffee)
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28:02Crosses in life are inevitable — in marriage, family life, ministry, and even our spiritual growth. How we carry them changes how heavy they are. Diving into Archbishop Fulton Sheen's Cries of Jesus from the Cross, we share what's been going on behind the scenes, including what we've been learning (and struggling with) along the way. Also: 🔹 Jennif…
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We’ve heard the Beatitudes countless times at Mass or when reading the Bible, but how much do we actually understand them? In this episode, we wrap up our two-part discussion on Matthew 5 and what the Beatitudes really mean—and honestly, some of these hit harder than we expected. 🔹 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness…” Are we…
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RA #926: The Beatitudes Explained: What Jesus Really Meant (Catholic Perspective)
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28:01📖 Are the Beatitudes just a list of rules, or do they reveal something deeper? Many Catholics and Christians misunderstand these powerful words of Jesus in Matthew 5—especially what it means to be “poor in spirit,” to mourn, and to be meek. 📢 Unlock the hidden meaning of the Beatitudes—and how they can transform your faith today: ✅ “What ‘poor in s…
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RA #925: The Catholic Secret That Changes Lives (Total Consecration Explained)
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28:04💡 Want a deeper, more powerful Catholic prayer life? Discover Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary—an ancient devotion that has changed countless lives. Whether you’re a new Catholic or a lifelong believer, this practice will help you grow closer to Christ in ways you never imagined. Total Consecration isn’t just another devotion—it’s a life-ch…
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Explore how engaging in creative activities like Holy Leisure lets you share in God’s creative power and deepen your faith. 🙏🏻 LINKS:• Video Version of This Episode 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF:• Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries • School of Mary • Audio Rosaries 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST:• SPOTIFY • APPLE PODCASTS 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY:•…
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RA #923: Trusting God When You’re Running on Empty
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28:29What do the Wedding Feast at Cana and Romans 12 have in common? More than you might think. This week, we reflect on the gifts God gives us, how to discern and use them, and why trusting Him—especially when resources seem scarce—is key to a faithful life. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • Video Version of This Episode 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries • Sc…
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Ever feel like something still lingers after confession, even when you know you’ve been forgiven? In this episode, Greg and Jennifer dive into the common struggle of reconciling God’s mercy with the need for purification. We wrestle with how grace, purgatory, and forgiveness play out in our lives—and even bring in a popcorn pot to help explain it. …
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RA #921: How to Pray the Rosary without a Rosary
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38:53We wrap up 2024 with a clear goal for the next year: a Rosary in every pocket so everyone is praying the Rosary every day. Plus, Jennifer shares a cool trick for how to pray the Rosary when you don't have a physical Rosary on hand. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • There's still time to make a tax-deductible donation to the 2025 Giving Campaign - http://www.rosaryarmy.c…
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RA #920: The Joyful Mysteries are your Life Template
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59:04Discover how the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary can guide your Advent journey with this inspiring talk by Greg and Jennifer Willits. Recorded live in Colorado, this talk offers practical and spiritual insights into living Advent with faith, hope, and joy, using Mary’s example as our template for life. 📖 Explore how Mary’s “yes” can transform your d…
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RA #919: Joy in Waiting: How the Rosary Can Transform Advent
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38:41Are you ready to transform your Advent season? In this episode, Greg and Jennifer explore the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary and their connection to daily life. From being called by God to rediscovering Jesus in times of struggle, these stories and reflections will inspire you to live Advent with purpose and joy. ✨ Highlights: The true meaning of j…
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"What Would You Do if Your World Turned Upside Down in an Instant?" In another deeply personal episode, we share how Jennifer's sudden health scare brought us face-to-face with mortality—and how faith, prayer, and the Rosary carried us through. From grappling with the spiritual battle of fear to reflecting on Memento Mori (“remember you will die”),…
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A terrifying experience lands Rosary Army co-founder Jennifer Willits in the hospital. We share the ordeal and talk about hope. EPISODE 529 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more😄 Support Rosary Army📺 Full Episodes🍎 Listen on Apple (and leave a review!)🔊 Listen on Spotif…
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ADV #528: Memento Mori - Remember You Will Die
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33:55🎥 Watch the full video here Is it wrong to think about death? Knowing that we will one day die (Memento Mori), we talk about how we'd handle the death of a spouse. Plus, Jennifer attempts to finish a Rosary, and we discuss the differences in responsibilities in a marriage. EPISODE SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 Free Rosary, a…
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🎥 Watch the full video here We continue exploring lessons learned during our summer sabbatical, including how to discern big decisions and getting better about waiting for God to take the lead. EPISODE SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more 😄 Support Rosary Army 📺 Full Episodes 🍎 Listen on Apple …
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ADV #526: How we (sort of) Got Our Groove Back
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27:20*** Want to watch the video version? Click here! *** After a three-month break filled with prayer, we’re back with renewed focus. From countless rosaries to reflections on aging (thanks, Tom Brady and Forrest Gump), we’re learning new ways to bring value. Big changes are coming: a renewed focus on parishes, a possible podcast name change, and short…
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Hello everyone, Greg from Rosary Army and Adventures in Imperfect Living here. After a much-needed break, Jennifer and I are preparing to return to podcasting. We've already recorded our comeback episode, but I'm holding off on releasing it for a few weeks to build up a buffer of content. This break has been crucial for addressing several pressing …
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Unexpected Catechism Class Feedback, Unnecessary Divisions in the Catholic Church, and Why We’re Taking a Necessary Sabbatical. https://youtu.be/gpscAgo3Cgc EPISODE 525 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more 😄 Support Rosary Army 📺 Full Episodes 🍎 Listen on Apple (and …
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Unexpected Catechism Class Feedback, Unnecessary Divisions in the Catholic Church, and Why We’re Taking a Necessary Sabbatical. EPISODE 525 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more😄 Support Rosary Army📺 Full Episodes🍎 Listen on Apple (and leave a review!)🔊 Listen on Spotif…
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Emily Jaminet from Welcome His Heart joins us in the studio as we launch a free, all-new course to help you enthrone the Sacred Heart of Jesus in your home. https://youtu.be/mRP81Map1fQ EPISODE 524 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎙️ Get FREE Access to our new Enthrone Your Home course on School of Mary 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!…
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Emily Jaminet from Welcome His Heart joins us in the studio as we launch a free, all-new course to help you enthrone the Sacred Heart of Jesus in your home. EPISODE 524 SHOW NOTES & LINKS Get FREE Access to our new Enthrone Your Home course on School of Mary 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, a…
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Remember Everything with a Commonplace Book
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1:05:11Benefits of commonplace books to gain knowledge and remember what’s important. Plus, feedback and attending a new Barnes & Noble opening. https://youtu.be/to85NtaZ4g4 EPISODE 523 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more 😄 Support Rosary Army 📺 Full Episodes 🍎 Listen on A…
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ADV #523: Remember Everything with a Commonplace Book
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1:05:12Benefits of commonplace books to gain knowledge and remember what's important. Plus, feedback and attending a new Barnes & Noble opening. EPISODE 523 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more😄 Support Rosary Army📺 Full Episodes🍎 Listen on Apple (and leave a review!)🔊 Listen…
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Deep work enhances productivity and faith, helping us focus intensely on professional tasks, spiritual practices, and what matters most. https://youtu.be/dEks7ksoFNU EPISODE 522 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more 😄 Support Rosary Army 📺 Full Episodes 🍎 Listen on Ap…
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ADV #522: The Vital Practice of Deep Work
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1:03:58Deep work enhances productivity and faith, helping us focus intensely on professional tasks, spiritual practices, and what matters most. EPISODE 522 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more😄 Support Rosary Army📺 Full Episodes🍎 Listen on Apple (and leave a review!)🔊 Listen …
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Moralistic Therapeutic Deism takes Christianity and reduces it to nothing more than moralism. The actual faith is removed. We talk about how to stop this. https://youtu.be/sTmqAQTyKgc EPISODE 521 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more 😄 Support Rosary Army 📺 Full Episo…
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Moralistic Therapeutic Deism takes Christianity and reduces it to nothing more than moralism. The actual faith is removed. We talk about how to stop this. EPISODE 521 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more😄 Support Rosary Army📺 Full Episodes🍎 Listen on Apple (and leave a…
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Friday Night Cocktails and a Talky Talk Show
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44:56Jennifer teaches, Greg attends a funeral & friends come over for dinner. All this leads to multiple ways God has acted in our lives recently. https://youtu.be/mDlFev7YkWs Resources Mentioned: Our appearance on EWTN’s The Journey Home Son Rise Morning Show EPISODE 520 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 …
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ADV #520: Friday Night Cocktails and a Talky Talk Show
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44:56Jennifer teaches, Greg attends a funeral & friends come over for dinner. All this leads to multiple ways God has acted in our lives recently. Resources Mentioned: Our appearance on EWTN's The Journey Home Son Rise Morning Show EPISODE SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and …
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Our buddy Matt Swaim invited us to be on EWTN’s The Journey Home (airing 4/15/24), so we returned the favor and invited him on our show to talk about life in Catholic media. https://youtu.be/gHKMKpfM1PI GUEST LINKS Matt Swaim on social media – @mattswaim Coming Home Network Son Rise Morning Show EPISODE 519 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video…
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Our buddy Matt Swaim invited us to be on EWTN's The Journey Home (airing 4/15/24), so we returned the favor and invited him on our show to talk about life in Catholic media. GUEST LINKS Matt Swaim on social media - @mattswaim Coming Home Network Son Rise Morning Show EPISODE 519 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary fo…
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How to Start New Family Traditions Today!
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48:29A discussion with Erica Tighe Campbell, founder of BeAHeart.com and author of “Living the Seasons: Simple Ways to Celebrate the Beauty of Your Faith Throughout the Year.” https://youtu.be/NOBZQwlhiSQ GUEST LINKS Erica Campbell’s Be A Heart Website & Store Living the Seasons Book EPISODE 518 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join Scho…
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ADV #518: How to Start New Family Traditions Today!
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48:30Joining us this episode is Erica Tighe Campbell, founder of BeAHeart.com and author of "Living the Seasons: Simple Ways to Celebrate the Beauty of Your Faith Throughout the Year." GUEST LINKS Erica Campbell's Be A Heart Website & Store Living the Seasons Book EPISODE SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Fr…
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Are You Passive-Aggressive Without Knowing It?
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51:20Breaking free from passive-aggressive and co-dependent behaviors improves relationships. We talk about how to say what you mean and mean what you say — with love. EPISODE 517 SHOW NOTES & LINKS Articles Mentioned: Mayo Clinic Article Co-Dependency Recovery Other Important Links: 🎥 Watch the full video here 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free! 🙏🏻 Free Ro…
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ADV #517: Are You Passive-Aggressive Without Knowing It?
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51:21Breaking free from passive aggressive and co-dependent behaviors improves relationships. We talk about how to say what you mean and mean what you say -- with love. EPISODE 517 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more😄 Support Rosary Army📺 Full Episodes🍎 Listen on Apple (an…
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Inspired by John Senior’s “The Death of Christian Culture” and his list of 1000 Good (not Great) books, Greg and Jennifer explore how shifting their reading habits makes it easier to consume even greater books that are more mentally, emotionally, and spiritually edifying. https://youtu.be/HwWniRhi5yM EPISODE SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full vide…
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Inspired by John Senior's "The Death of Christian Culture" and his list of 1000 Good (not Great) books, Greg and Jennifer explore how shifting their reading habits makes it easier to consume even greater books that are more mentally, emotionally, and spiritually edifying. EPISODE 516 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Ma…
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ADV #515: Subjunctive and Other Weird Latin Things
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38:24Jennifer might be enjoying her time as a Latin class teacher’s assistant a bit too much. EPISODE 515 SHOW NOTES & LINKS Other things we talk about: Demolishing the studio, Filming a new course for School of Mary about home enthronement of the image of the Sacred Heart of Mary, and lessons from another round of Total Consecration preparation. EPISOD…
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Jennifer might be enjoying her time as a Latin class teacher’s assistant a bit too much. #catholicism #sacredheartBy Greg
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Explore the unyielding spirit of Catholics under communist tyranny as we talk with Kristen Van Uden, author of 'When the Sickle Swings.'By Greg
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Join us on this week's episode of "Adventures in Imperfect Living Catholic Podcast" as we dive deep into the heart of resistance with Kristen Van Uden, author of "When the Sickle Swings." We discuss the awe-inspiring stories of Catholics who stood firm in their faith against the oppressive forces of communism throughout the 20th century. GUEST LINK…
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Date weekend discussions about forgiveness and apologies, different generations, and preparing for Lent with Total Consecration.By Greg
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ADV #513: Making Sense of Generational Differences
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58:08We had a date weekend and discussed forgiveness, apologies, and how different generations regard relationships, work, and religion. Plus, preparing for Lent with Total Consecration and the benefits of fasting. EPISODE 513 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 Watch the full video here🎓 Join School of Mary for Free!🙏🏻 Free Rosary, audio Rosaries, and more😄 Support R…
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