Send us a text In this episode, host Kylie Hein invites you to not shy away from doing the hard thing as you approach the last two weeks of Lent. Drawing from personal anecdotes and lessons learned from her father and St. Joseph, Kylie explains life lessons that we can all benefit from as continue to grow in virtue. 1. Obedience to the will of God 2. Take what you already have and use it - God has given us everything that we need 3. Why working hard isn't about money 4. Be flexible enough to pri...
Mar 19, 2024•28 min
Send us a text Do you loathe taking the time to sit and read your bible? Does scripture seem like an irrelevant and foreign language that simply isn’t applicable to our time? Or, do you love the word of God, but you aren’t quite sure where to start or how to fit it into your day? In this episode, host Kylie Hein, is joined by Julia Strukely . Julia walks us through God’s love letter as a means for hope, inspiration, and spiritual nourishment. She encourages us to seek God in pop culture, travel,...
Mar 12, 2024•47 min
Send us a text Human limitations can often feel like a heavy burden. You don't have the energy to keep up with all of the day-to-day tasks. You feel like there isn't enough of you to go around. You find yourself in tears of frustration because the high standard of excellence that you hold yourself to feels impossible in your circumstances. You my friend, are not alone. BUT, what if you could see all of those constraints as a way to more fully what God has called you to be? What if in the midst o...
Mar 05, 2024•57 min
Send us a text In this episode, Kylie delves into the profound question of why we suffer, taking us back to the beginnings of creation. She highlights the original harmony between body and soul, emphasizing that God's plan for us was holiness and eternal life, not suffering. Kylie explores the impact of original sin on our nature, leading to the experience of suffering and death. Despite this deviation from God's original plan, Kylie offers insights on how to navigate and find meaning in our suf...
Feb 27, 2024•26 min
Send us a text Have you ever felt like you've lost your identity in the midst of parenting, work-life, or transition? Do you struggle with decision fatigue and feel like you have absolutely no sense of balance in your life? In this episode we take a step back from the busyness to take a big picture look at the whole human, both body and soul. Host, Kylie Hein, is joined by IAHC Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and founder of At The Well Coaching, Janna Kerr. We talk about the integra...
Feb 20, 2024•50 min
Send us a text Join me as I interview expert spiritual fasting coach, Beth Bubik. Beth helps hundreds of women lose weight permanently by teaching them how to Spiritually Fast in her signature program, the Delay and Pray™ Group Coaching Experience. She is on a mission to bring 1 Million Catholics back to the Church through spiritual fasting and today, you have an opportunity help! Listen in as we delve into the powerful intersection of mindset coaching and the rules of discernment for spiritual ...
Feb 13, 2024•54 min
Send us a text Do you avoid things that might embarrass you? Do you HATE losing? Do you run from things that are uncomfortable or that you might fail at? In this episode we are going to teach you how to retrain your brain to engage in the battle of spiritual warfare as you learn to fail forward. Failure is not something that happens to you, it is an opportunity to grow you. It is a way to send your mind out on a mission for evidence that can help propel you into holiness. If you struggle with th...
Feb 06, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Send us a text Welcome to Persistence in Prayer, the show where do-it-all Catholic women with big dreams gather for engaging conversations. If you're a Catholic woman seeking a better prayer life but wrestling with time management, decision fatigue, and overwhelming tasks, this podcast is your haven. In this episode, Elizabeth Saenz and I dive into a fascinating topic: understanding and influencing our husbands. We explore the common misconception of getting what we want through nagging or criti...
Jan 30, 2024•54 min
Send us a text Today, we focus on the transformative journey of purification and the pursuit of holiness. This episode delves into the phases of purification, both active and passive, exploring the acceptance of circumstances and character defaults. You may have heard the saying, "mind over matter". It's a phrase I always had playing on repeat. It's also, quite true. Our minds guide our actions and it's of significance to be aware of the ways we are called to both active and passive purification...
Jan 23, 2024•28 min
Send us a text Are you are high-achieving Christian woman who loves God, but sometimes struggles to love the way that you can't stop reaching for more? Do you... Want to know everything before everyone else. Want to be the BEST version of yourself Find yourself comparing your life/gifts/beauty to others Want to know all that they can about yourself Often start grasping at things (impulsively) because you are still searching for the missing piece? Want to be a part of the latest and greatest beca...
Jan 16, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Send us a text Take a transformative journey with Kylie and special guest Mara Pastrana this week to explore your supernatural gifts and their impact on the world around you. If you've ever wondered why some people are so good at teaching, caring for others, or how they can be so extraordinarily wise, this episode explains it all! Listeners are invited to reflect on their own spiritual journey and engage in prayerful practices that foster a deeper understanding of the unique qualities that make ...
Jan 09, 2024•46 min
Send us a text Are you crawling into 2024 while the rest of your people seem to be running ahead full force? While the New Year is often a time of renewal and starting over, for many of us it feels like added pressure. We fee like we have nothing left to give and aren't quite sure if we have it in us to keep going with our current circumstances. In this episode, Kylie shares ways to refuel your tank when you're running on empty, and even the thought of putting gas in the tank seems like just too...
Jan 02, 2024•35 min
Send us a text Do you ever find yourself saying everything is "fine" when really, it's everything but fine? Sometimes, our struggles are apparent to others, and sometimes, they aren't. Either way, we are not created to be held down by the chains of attachment caused by buffering our feelings with food, alcohol, or the daily scroll down IG lane. In this episode I am joined by Sobriety Life Coach, Christie Walker. We tackle... Strategies to overcome hidden challenges when willpower fails What it c...
Dec 26, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Send us a text This week, we embrace the beauty in the imperfect and find profound lessons in the unraveled moments of the Advent season. Do you know someone whose Christmas tree is still in the box or whose presents remain unwrapped, maybe even still on store shelves? Perhaps that someone is you. Whether you've had your gifts ready for months or are just starting, there's something we can all learn from those who don't seem to have it all together on the outside. Join me as we explore the wisdo...
Dec 19, 2023•32 min
Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Persistence in Prayer! Do you ever find yourself yearning for a day of pure relaxation, free from the demands of your bustling life? Well, you're not alone. In today's episode, we're diving into the art of rest – and trust me, it's way better than a nap! I often oscillate between two extremes. On one hand, I'm in full-on beast mode, tackling tasks, learning, helping others – sleep is optional. On the flip side, there are days when I just want to escap...
Dec 05, 2023•47 min
Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Persistence in Prayer! In this episode, we delve deep into a topic that touches us all, whether we like to admit it or not: judgment. We've all done it, silently sizing up others or ourselves, but have you ever considered the weight of those judgments in the confessional? On a recent 3:00 AM drive home from adoration, Father Larry's radio talk struck a chord. He reminded me that judgment is a constant companion, whether we're scrutinizing others or ou...
Nov 28, 2023•26 min
Send us a text Family events are such a blessing. However, for many of us, they can also be a bit daunting. Our space is encroached upon, our schedules are thrown off, and finding time and space to process the many emotions that come with the holidays becomes a challenge. In this episode I walk you through 5 ways that you can create space in the midst of a family gathering and prepare your heart to be loving and patient, no matter what comes your way. From start to finish, there are always oppor...
Nov 21, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Send us a text Do you remember looking up to someone when you were a kid? Maybe it was a high-school athlete or a celebrity that you saw on TV. They may not have had any idea that you existed, but their actions inspired and moved you. Have you ever stopped to consider that others may be watching you in the same way? Even in your lowest moments, you may be inspiring someone by the way you are living your life. You may be encouraging them to pray, to rest, or be vulnerable with God. It's easy to f...
Nov 14, 2023•34 min
Send us a text Join Kylie and special guest Meritt Petrone. Meritt is a spiritual director at Roots and Wings Ministries and is a WEALTH OF WISDOM!!! Here's what you'll find in this episode: Debunked myths about spiritual direction - answered by a spiritual director! A story of surrender through chronic illness How to start your plan of life - a new prayer perspective Understanding how our expectations limit our freedom for joy Connect with Meritt! Learn more about spiritual direction: https://w...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Send us a text Navigating The Deliberate Day Do you struggle with making adult friends who are moving in the same direction as you? Are developing new habits a struggle? Are you lost in the midst of motherhood and looking for a sign of hope? This is your episode friend! Today I am joined by Brittany White and Tiffany Parke of The Deliberate Day. These incredible moms who have very different temperaments, show us that sometimes, you just have to put on your big girl panties and find joy in your o...
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text Are you ever just ready for God to send down the flashing neon sign saying, "THIS WAY" or "PICK ME" because you are stuck in indecision? Do you ever find yourself fearful that you're going to choose the wrong thing and you're going to let God down? So instead, you choose nothing and let a good opportunity pass you by? I LOVE me a good and clear GPS system and would be 100% lost navigating the roads without my cell phone. Praise be to God, my spiritual compass and decision making e...
Oct 24, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Send us a text Jesus was a storyteller. He understood our desire as humans to be carried away by words that inspired, words that made us ponder, and words that called us into action. This week I had the privilege of interviewing award winning film maker, Ashley Zahorian. Ashley reminded me of the beautiful and deeply rooted way that God invites us to share with one another. I think sometimes we forget how intricate and perfect our own stories are. We shrug them off as less-than or discount them ...
Oct 17, 2023•50 min
Send us a text Who needs to grow in self-knowledge? All of us! If you think you’ve made it, that thought alone is a testament that you have so very far left to go. The foundations of the spiritual life ALWAYS need tended to. When we grow in self-knowledge, we are better able to focus on doing ONE significant thing well, rather than adding on 20 more because we either want the recognition, we want to prove to ourselves/others that we can, or we are just neurologically conditioned to be in a state...
Oct 10, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Send us a text Do you ever wonder what your life would be like if you just had less things to manage? Writer and Editor Melayna Alicea lets in on a sneak peak of what life is like when you cut out many of the worldly distractions. In this episode we cover: How to create more opportunities for pockets of prayer What it means to consecrate your marriage to the Holy Family What we can learn from the Catholic Catechism 3 prayer tips you can start implementing right now Be sure to follow along for mo...
Oct 03, 2023•54 min
Send us a text Why do we have a deep, innate desire for community, even on the days when we feel like we just want to be alone? In this episode, I bring in the great saint, Catherine of Sienna to help us break down this crazy mystery. And yes, even you introverts will come to a better understanding of why we NEED other people in our lives to help us grow in our humanness, as well as our faith life. Check it out and be sure to leave a review! In honor of being episode #25, anyone who sends a pict...
Sep 26, 2023•31 min
Send us a text Hello Beautiful Souls, Does it feel like it's that time of year where your limits are being tested? Do you find yourself hoping and praying to make it to the next weekend only to find that the weekend was far more stressful than the entire week? Are you struggling to make space for yourself? In today's episode I am going to break down five of my top reasons on why you need to stop cutting corners when it comes to setting boundaries! As an overachiever with lots of to-dos, clear bo...
Sep 19, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text Hello Beautiful Souls! Have you ever found yourself spinning is despair, anger, isolation, or utter hopelessness? Of course you have! We've all been there. The good news is, God has blessed us with the tools to help us learn to get out of those moments quicker and to move through them with more ease and peace when they feel like they just keep coming. In this episode I am going to share a few of the rules of Saint Ignatius that we can utilize when it comes to Spiritual Warfare and...
Sep 12, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text Hello Beautiful Souls! This week I am joined by the incredible Kathleen Borsh of Knots of Grace. Kathleen is a business owner, mother, and true warrior for Christ. She is bringing people back to God through visual reminders of grace and wants you to reap the benefits too! In this episode Kathleen shares her long-learned expertise so that you can walk away with immediately implementable tips. Kathleen will guide you through... How to help yourself and others recognize their value. ...
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Send us a text Hello Beautiful Soul! I recently got back from an incredible vacation where I was able to focus on my vocation of marriage and truly surround myself with the creations of God's goodness. However, out in the wilderness, I had a lot of time to reflect back on how not so long ago, I would have found myself reeling in comparison. I would have looked at the great provisions of the wealthy there with an envious heart of the comforts they were afforded. I would have questioned if what I ...
Aug 29, 2023•30 min
Send us a text Hello Beautiful Souls! Do you ever find yourself hyper-focused on your mistakes and shortcomings? Do you struggle to embrace the imperfections of yourself, or of your spouse? Join Kylie and Catholic counselor, Dana Nygaard as they discuss how you can grow in intimacy with your partner and God, even if you and your spouse aren't in the same place of your spiritual journey. Dana is a down to earth cradle Catholic with a heart for new evangelization. She uses a unique blend of proven...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 9 min
