Y'all! This guy brings us all of the Amens on episode 68. His faith is undeniable, and his story is as beautiful as his big heart. Join us for this fruitful conversation that inspired us to look for God everywhere, and to acknowledge and respond to His love always. Zach shows us how truly amazing and attainable it is to have and grow in our relationship with The Lord. You won't want to miss this one. It's incredibly heartwarming and eye-opening. Send us a text, and let us know what made you shou...
Apr 06, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Friends and family of Daniel Allemond coming together to wrap him in prayer for his upcoming stem cell transplant. Daniel is fighting his second battle with Acute lymphoblastic leukemia. When transplant starts, he will be in the hospital for around 3 weeks, then have to stay in New Orleans for 100 days. "I believe in prayer, I believe God is in my corner. And you better believe I will fight and smile all the way through." Daniel Allemond Send us a text, and let us know what made you shout “Can I...
Apr 02, 2021•24 min
We promised not to talk business, and we sort of came through on that promise. The first 30 minutes of episode 67 will have you in stitches as Reece tells us about all of his failed business ventures. We never actually answer the question about what Reece does professionally, so you can learn about his company here . The second part of this episode deep dives into faith, Reece's journey being raised in the Catholic Church and how he has felt God guiding him through all the season's of his life. ...
Mar 23, 2021•1 hr 47 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Episode 66 with Fr JD Matherne is live, and we droppin all the Amens y’all! Fr. JD tells us about his story, from sitting in the front pew of church as a child to answering the call to become a priest. Have you ever understood holiness as “man full alive”? How do we define suffering? The conversation is rich as we discuss discernment, how God creates us for a particular time and space, and our ability to relate to the Saints. Do us a favor! Tell us what your favorite Amen moment was... #consiste...
Mar 16, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Reed Streva this week, y'all! This guy has been chasing his dreams and investing in his knowledge since he was 17. A natural on the mic and a personal trainer by trade with a focus on bringing mental, physical, and spiritual health to the world...this guy is equally motivating as he is cool and calm. This humble, kind, and intelligent human is surely to leave you feeling inspired and possibly wanting to do a plank. Join us as we get to know and love a new complete stranger this week! He's SO goo...
Mar 09, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Join us as we sit and chat with our beautiful friend, Paige deClouet about ALL the things-love, motherhood, mental health, and all things life! We love sitting with our friends (old and new), hearing their stories, and learning more about the amazing people in our community. Paige is a natural on the mic, and we are so grateful for her "Yes" to come and hang with us. Enjoy the laughter and the love of this week's episode! We hope it leaves you a little bit better than it found you. Thanks for tu...
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 64
This girl's passion is contagious. We welcome Mehgan Fontenot into the studio to talk about her faith journey. Finding Jesus in college, Mehagan was set on an adventure. She met people of all different backgrounds which helped her to journey into the excitement that drew her further into her faith. Mehgan talks about the drive she had to discover who Jesus really was and what he was calling her to. Enjoying the adventure of life and faith, she was unexpectantly recruited to work with Hard As Nai...
Feb 23, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 63
We love when complete strangers come to the studio to sit and chat with us about their story! Adam Conque joins us after we found him on Facebook under the "people you might know suggestions". That is the science behind this podcast people. Adam came wanting an Amen and he left us with so much more! We discuss the origins of deacons, apparitions, love and detachment..... Adam is a deacon of the diocese of Lafayette, currently assigned to St. Edmond's parish, he is also the Director of Communicat...
Feb 16, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Do you struggle with saying just the right words when a friend loses someone? Great, us too! you are in the right space. On episode 61 of Can I Getta Amen, we are talking to our friend and return guest Diana Vallette. This episode is one you will want to bookmark and come back to as we are discussing grief. It is loaded with perspectives of all kinds from Kayla, Diana, and Kristi who all walked through very deep losses in 2020. The truth is that when trying to love others through death, we are a...
Feb 09, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Join us for this baller episode with Dane Adams. We talk about his redemption story, identity and, how we are all called to meet Jesus at the well. This is the place in our life where we trade shame for love, Jesus for the world. Dane currently leads ministry at STM and says he feels like he has not worked a day in the last four years. Tuning into this episode will definitely leave you better than before you listened! Thanks for joining us! Please help to spread our light... 1) Share this episod...
Feb 02, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 60
When I think of Georgia I think of this quote by Patanjali, “When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bonds; your mind transcends limitations; your conscious expands in every direction; and you find yourself in a great, new and wonderful world. Dormant forces, faculties, and talents become alive, and you discover yourself to be a greater person by far than you ever dreamed yourself to be.” Georgia is a loving wife, dedicated mother of...
Jan 19, 2021•2 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Have you ever sat in a room with another human being and been in complete awe of their strength and bravery? This happened while recording episode 58 of Can I Getta Amen. Join us as we dive into Melissa Decell's journey of hope, pain, and healing. It's a captivating story that will draw you in, drop your jaw, and ultimately give you some major perspective as to what is truly important on this side of Heaven. Send us a text, and let us know what made you shout “Can I Getta Amen!”...
Jan 12, 2021•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 58
On this fun-filled episode, we have our friends-the Dynamic Duo, Fr. Blake and Fr. Patrick back in studio. We promise that these guys will have you smiling, laughing, and even thinking deeply about what it means to wait on the Lord. Even though we still can't tell the difference in Fr. Patrick's wisdom and his dry sense of humor, he keeps us in stitches. Fr. Blake continues to eloquently answer all of our questions and manages to continue to challenge us all to examine ourselves in the process. ...
Jan 05, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Join us at the table for episode 56 with one of Kayla’s dearest friends Matt DeClouet. We go on a journey of friendship, love, loss and the importance of taking care of yourself, especially during the holiday season. Matt is a psych Nurse Practitioner who has a passion for connecting with people and helping them to discover solutions that will bring them a sense of peace. Not a fool to his own advice he also discusses how difficult it can be for us as humans to take the step to seek help. This e...
Dec 22, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Matthew 5: 14-16 "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people who light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." I can't think of a more fitting verse to describe this woman than the verse she chose as a base to begin The Light Project . Join us as we dive int...
Dec 09, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Join us as we sit down with Janice Lamy, author of Creating Your Success Plan: A Career Success Guide for Women . Janice has a passion for positively impacting a generation of women so she developed the Creating Your Success Plan Program after feeling a calling to do "something more". Her soothing voice and wisdom had us asking her all the questions...How do we create healthy work-life balance? What does it mean to cultivating our own micro-cultures? What if a 10 year plan seems to daunting? Thi...
Nov 24, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 54
Dreams really do come true, and Missy is the most beautiful example that they do. A loving wife (to Rusted Rooster ), mom, and the President and CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Acadiana .. Missy IS A GAME CHANGER. Join us for this fruitful conversation about our faith, our dreams, and the future of our world for our children. This episode is sure to leave you a little bit better than you were before it found you. Enjoy, y'all! Send us a text, and let us know what made you shout “Can I Getta Amen...
Nov 17, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Join us as we talk to our co-worker and friend, Danielle Keyser. Danielle is truly one of those people who make you see the world through the softness of God's heart. She is the only human we know who has the ability to possess tenderness and boldness in the same hand. The magic of this unique temperament makes her someone you want in your circle. As an occupational therapist, her clinical talents leave us in awe as she cares for the greatest generation every single day in the nursing home. Join...
Nov 10, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 52
He’s back, y’all! And he wrote a book! Father Brice Higginbotham joins us to discuss the importance of creating order during our chaotic lives and to stimulate our souls with Daily Lessons From The Saints-52 Weeks of Inspiration and Encouragement. His 1-2-3 approach to advice is practical and his warm heart challenges us to become Saints ourselves. You don’t want to miss this! Jesse Tree instructions: https://www.loyolapress.com/catholic-resources/liturgical-year/advent/the-jesse-tree/ Amazon Pa...
Nov 03, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Join us as we kick back and shoot the breeze with Emily Cortese at Crossroads Collective . Simply put, this woman just feels like home. We cozy up in the gathering space of this beautiful store as we spend some time getting to know Emily and her call to work with Catholic Charities of Acadiana . Enjoy y'all! Send us a text, and let us know what made you shout “Can I Getta Amen!”...
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 50
We're back with the beautiful and talented, Emily Pitre! We can sum up this episode with a quote from Pope Francis. "To be saints is not a privilege for the few, but a vocation for everyone." Emily is an absolute joy! You can't help but feel in the presence of the Holy Spirit when she is around. Join us as we dive into attainable holiness, holy moments, and being saints. Also check out her beautiful art on instagram @emilyspitre_art . Y'all enjoy! Send us a text, and let us know what made you sh...
Oct 20, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Our beautiful sweet friend, Angie Devillier, joins us at the 1913 House to celebrate Angie's 6 year anniversary of her last day of chemo, and our 1 year anniversary of this podcast! We can't think of a better way to spend an afternoon than with this incredible woman. She reminds us to not only embrace life but also to celebrate it! Angie is the true epitome of a survivor and a believer. She cannot help but leave people better than she finds them. Y'all enjoy! The Social Dilemma Send us a text, a...
Sep 29, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 48
We love you Jess. This companion rosary is to remind you that you are never alone in this journey! Please join us in praying for all who are fighting cancer and illnesses at this time :) All of our love! Send us a text, and let us know what made you shout “Can I Getta Amen!”
Sep 17, 2020•21 min
Join us as we chat with the beautiful Emily Byers! Her voice is calming, her heart is warm, and her faith is unparalleled. Her journey to becoming a consecrated virgin is enlivening, and we are so incredibly blessed that she was willing to share her story with us! Y'all enjoy! Send us a text, and let us know what made you shout “Can I Getta Amen!”
Sep 15, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Our sweet beautiful friend, Kathryn Franklin joins us this week! We discuss the magic of prayer and community, and Kathryn shows us her faith web and timeline as she shares her incredible testimony with us. Y’all enjoy! Send us a text, and let us know what made you shout “Can I Getta Amen!”
Sep 08, 2020•1 hr 46 min•Season 1Ep. 46
In episode 45, we dive into the pages of Monica Rougeau's new book, Behind the Curtain-Discovering the Servant Leader Within . Joined by her daughter, Kassie Darbonne, we discuss what life was like as they lived out the details of what Monica so eloquently wrote about in the book. These voices will sound familiar to you as they have both been guests of Can I Getta Amen before! Trust us, you will love this as much as we did! Send us a text, and let us know what made you shout “Can I Getta Amen!”...
Aug 31, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Join us as we sit with our pal, Paul Cheramie--a loving husband and father, a healthcare executive, and our old bible study guru--who we love to refer to as Pastor Paul. Our conversation is a fruitful one! We dive into the beauty of the old testament, the idea of leaving mini alters throughout our lives to recognize the places where God has met us, and the complete power of the Holy Spirit. Our sweetest take-away was being reminded that the Lord uses the broken to produce the wow factor. Enjoy, ...
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Y'all! The most relatable and bright spirit is here with us. Ms. Dana Dicharry is a doctor for Our Lady of Lourdes and has been such a supportive friend to Can I Getta Amen. Join in on our conversation about the Holy Spirit, our favorite topic and the shoulders of the sign of the cross! We talk about grief, and as Dana describes it, "Love that has no where to go". You really can't help but listen and smile with this episode. It's full of laughter and rich nuggets of truth. You will certainly be ...
Aug 18, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Episode 42 is light and easy. We've been feeling such a sense of peace lately that we felt like a light-hearted episode was necessary. Join us as we talk with Patrick Lewis, one of Kayla's buds, about his views on life and spirituality. We discuss growing up in a family of 6, his engagement story, Costa Rica, and more...In the last half of the pod, we discuss the view of being good people versus being accepting that there is a God who loves us no matter how small we might seem to the world aroun...
Aug 12, 2020•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Join the two of us as we reflect on all of the amazing God winks we've been blessed with over the last 10 days. We dive into the beauty of Confession & Adoration, and the after effects both have had since Kaylas confession following episode 40! We are beyond grateful for knowledge and inspiration we continue to gain from all of the incredible priests who have recently enriched our lives and continue to bless us on this journey. Check out the amazingly witty podcasts mentioned from Abiding To...
Aug 04, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 41
