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Back to SearchThe Book of Ruth: A Love Story That Isn’t as Weird as You Think
Episode 23
The Book of Ruth can feel strange to modern readers—but beneath its unfamiliar customs is one of Scripture’s most beautiful stories of fidelity, love…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
The Cardinal Virtues: How Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, and Temperance Shape the Christian Life
Episode 22
What does it really mean to live a good and happy life? In this episode of Practicing Catholic, hosts Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger explore t…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
How to Raise Faithful Catholic Kids (Without Losing Your Mind)
Episode 21
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7 months, 4 weeks ago
Why Stories Matter: Telling the Faith to Kids
Episode 20
Why are stories so powerful—especially for children—and why do they matter so much for passing on the Catholic faith? In this episode of the Practici…
8 months ago
St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Episode 19
In this episode of Practicing Catholic, hosts Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger explore the life and spirituality of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, patr…
8 months, 1 week ago
A Catholic Guide to New Year’s Resolutions
Episode 18
As a new year approaches, many people reflect on who they want to become—but how should Catholics think about New Year’s resolutions? In this episode…
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Favorite Christmas Traditions, Movies, and Memories
Episode 17
Christmas is a season of joy, memory, and meaning—and in this special episode of Practicing Catholic, the hosts take a break from the usual format to…
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Navigating Holiday Stress: Finding Peace, Joy & Holiness at Christmas
Episode 16
Family tensions, mixed expectations, spiritual pressure, and packed schedules — Christmas can bring joy and stress. In this episode of Practicing Cat…
9 months ago
The Secret to Patience
Episode 15
Why is waiting so hard—and what is God doing in that waiting? In this Advent episode of Practicing Catholic, Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger ex…
9 months, 1 week ago
Do Catholics Worship Mary? The Real Reason for Marian Devotion
Episode 14
In this episode of Practicing Catholic, Taylor and Dr. Scott welcome Molly Sweeney to explore one of the most essential yet often misunderstood aspec…
9 months, 2 weeks ago