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By: Katie & Angie

Two Catholic girls bringing lighthearted humor to the world while doing our best on our walk towards eternity. 

Journey to Jesus - Katie
#28
Last Friday at 8:00 AM

We are kicking off our Summer Series - Journey to Jesus. We are talking about our journeys in faith and what steps (and missteps) we have taken along the way. 

Up first is Katie! 


The Eucharist - Ep. 27
#27
Last Wednesday at 8:00 AM

Fr. Andy and Katie sit down with Buddy and Anika Martens to talk all things Eucharist. What it is, its biblical roots, when to receive, and why it’s so important to protect. 


We also discuss Mary’s Inn - A pregnancy home for pregnant women needing resources and a place to live. Consider making a donation. 

Venmo - @marysinn


Eucharist Books 

The Fathers of the Church - https://a.co/d/h0AUqei

Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Euchari...


When Loved Ones Leave the Faith - Ep. 26
#26
06/04/2025

Mr. Jacob Till joins Fr. Andy and Katie this week to discuss when loved ones leave the faith. Fr. Andy shares what he experienced when he spent time away from the Church and what helped bring him back to the Catholic Faith. 

6 Rules for Dealing with Non-Catholic Family and Friends  - https://www.catholic.com/magazine/print-edition/six-rules-for-dealing-with-non-catholic-family-and-friends

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Find Your Calcutta - Ep. 25
#25
05/28/2025

This week we are recapping our big weekend full of the Eucharistic Pilgrimage, Ordination Mass for Fr. Hung, Graduation Mass, and Fr. Hung's first Mass. 

We are also diving deep into St. Theresa of Calcutta's words on finding people who need you right where you are. We are called to serve those in our own families and neighborhoods. 

Find Your Calcutta Article: https://lifeteen.com/find-your-calcutta/

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Weekend Mass Extravaganza!! - Ep. 24
#24
05/21/2025

This week we are gearing up for a BIG weekend in our home parish! Deacon Hung Le is being ordained a Priest and celebrating his first Mass of Thanksgiving here in town! It’s quite an honor! We’ve also got the Eucharistic Pilgrimage heading by Dubuque this weekend. So many things to celebrate! 

Find out everything you need to know in the Church Bulletin! - https://files.ecatholic.com/23086/bulletins/20250518.pdf?t=1747399437000


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Indulge in Indulgences - Ep. 23
#23
05/14/2025

This week Fr. Andy is teaching us all about indulgences. We are learning what they are, why they are important, and how we can earn them.

Also, Fr. shares a very strange (but merciful?) driving tactic… 


Understanding Indulgences (Fr. Sam French) - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AwLg6Ryyvn4R7xm5p7n-0AJ0clCgDmWj/view?usp=sharing

Indulgences Book - https://a.co/d/ezyH53s


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Bonus Episode - Pope Leo XIV
#22
05/10/2025

Bonus Episode! 

We are discussing the recent election of Cardinal Robert Prevost to Pope Leo XIV and all the excitement that came with the first American-born Pope. 


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Deathbed Conversion vs. Living Life with God - Ep. 21
#21
05/07/2025

This week Fr. Andy answers a listener's question - Why not live a life of sin if we could be offered absolution before death? 

He also throws Katie and Angie off by arriving in street clothes... even shorts. 

Fr. Andy's 5 page explanation on deathbed conversion versus living a life with God -  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oFQ9nNThJHcWJYXLrg5HJA_azzYEeqt9OM_8zpTr8lg/edit?usp=sharing

Jesus in the Jubilee by Dr. John Bergsma - https://a.co/d/6vW9Yfk


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Pope (Andy) Wenceslaus - Ep 20
#20
04/30/2025

It’s back to the original recipe this week! Katie, Angie, and Fr. Andy are catching up and recapping their Easter festivities. They discuss the passing of Pope Francis and what this means for the church. They also have some nominations in mind. 


Join us in praying for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis and all the Cardinals that will select the next leader of the Catholic Church. 


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You Are a Gift! - Ep. 19
#19
04/23/2025

Happy Easter! 

This week we are so excited to have friend of the podcast, Kelsey Kaiser, joins Katie and Angie. She is sharing her story to conversion, finding our purpose in life, and living in the identify of beloved children of God. 

Walking With Purpose - https://walkingwithpurpose.com/

John Paul II Healing Center - https://jpiihealingcenter.org/


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It's Holy Week! - Ep. 18
#18
04/16/2025

Happy Holy Week, Listeners!

The holiest, most somber week of the year…. We accidentally made the most upbeat, hysterical episode this week. Consider it a mini Easter or reprieve from your mourning of the death of Jesus. 

This week we are learning more about Holy Thursday and Good Friday and sharing how we can live out the resurrection in our everyday life. 

Also, Father starts his biggest fire yet and nearly burns the house down and Angie joins in by melting down a plastic pencil. Katie is going to send them both to fire...


Clue Phone...It's For You! - Ep. 17
#17
04/09/2025

Topics for this week:

1. Re'cap'ping our big night out at our school fundraiser where Father wore a very distinguished hat

2. Discussing the clues that God gives us to deepen our belief in the Eucharist and God’s healing power

3. Preparing for Holy Week

Eucharistic Miracles Book - https://a.co/d/cYqdOJT

Eucharistic Miracle of Buenos Aires - https://youtu.be/ss1ZaJTeZdk?si=YThPXNMTkFbKBfkt

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An Attitude of Gratitude - Ep. 16
#16
04/02/2025

Thank you, thank you very much…

This week we are discussing shifting to an attitude of gratitude. Fr. Andy helps us understand how we can focus on the good instead of dwelling on the not-so good. 

Also, Fr. Andy pulls out yet another gift from his special gift pocket… and he’s sharing this one with our St. Joe’s listeners too!

We are so thankful for all of YOU! 

Leanna Crawford - Still Waters (Psalm 23) - https://youtu.be/WW0VJxPqeRc?si=itsA7A8fZSf6oESE

Seph Schlueter - Counting...


Confession...I'm Bad at Confession - Ep. 15
#15
03/26/2025

This week we are discussing everyone’s favorite Sacrament… that’s right, it’s time for Confession! 

We are doing a run-through of receiving the Sacrament, talking about some of people’s fears associated with it, and much more. 

We also have some exciting things happening in our home parish.

Family Holy Hour - Thursdays 6-7 P.M.Parish Mission - Monday (3/31)- Wednesday (4/2) - 5:30 Mass, 6:15 Praise & Worship Adoration, 6:30-8:00 Barbara Heil (St. Joseph, Bellevue, IA)

Also, Father Andy receives a gift that leaves him speechless. 


Examination of Conscience...


The Jesus Collar - Ep. 14
#14
03/19/2025

This week Fr. Andy and Katie are catching Angie up on their big week at the State Basketball tournament. Also, Katie and Angie finally understand why Father rarely wears his street clothes.


That Sneaky Little Devil - Episode 13
#13
03/12/2025

This week we are discussing how we are feeling like Jesus in the desert being tempted by the devil, Stations of the Cross, and so much more. Also, Katie finally puts her foot down on the candle situation. 



What does Father do all day?! - Ep. 12
#12
03/05/2025

Happy Ash Wednesday, listeners! We are diving deep into what a day in the life of our very own Father Cutie entails... we are also diving deep into his heavy pockets.  


Lent is Fun! - Ep. 11
#11
02/26/2025

We are back this week to talk about the upcoming season of Lent. We discuss each of our Lenten promises and what we are doing to prepare our hearts for Easter.  We also talk a lot about Father's wardrobe again... we just can't get off this topic. 

Father Time - https://www.radiodubuque.com/father-time/


Confirmation - Ep. 10
#10
02/19/2025

This weekend was Confirmation in our home parish and it got us thinking.. what exactly is so special about this Sacrament? Also, Father brings a surprise for Katie and Angie. 


Snow Day Table Talk - Bonus Episode
#9
02/13/2025

Surprise! 

We found ourselves with some extra time on our hands as Mother Nature returned with a fresh blanket of fluffy snow. Snow Day! 

Fr. Andy and Katie sit down with their friend Jacob to chat about our snow day and much more. 


A Lenten Pregame - Ep. 8
#8
02/12/2025

This week we are starting our preparation for the upcoming Lenten season. We also devote a good chunk of time to Fr. Andy's wardrobe. We finally get the update on those jeans he ordered. 


Blessed is She (Under the Olive Tree) - https://blessedisshe.net/pages/lent-devotional

West Coast Catholic (Through the Thorns) - https://westcoastcatholic.co/collections/lent/products/through-the-thorns-lent-devotional

Jesus and the Jubilee - https://stpaulcenter.com/product/jesus-and-the-jubilee-the-biblical-roots-of-the-year-of-gods-favor/

Lenten Gospel Reflections - https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/lenten-gospel-reflections-2025



Change - Ep. 7
#7
02/05/2025

This week we discuss different changes in our lives and how they've impacted our relationship with God. Learning to trust in God's providence and plan. 


Participation or Distraction? - Ep. 6
#6
01/29/2025

This week Fr. Andy is back to discuss how we can be active participants in the Mass AND that he just ordered a new pair of jeans! 


Meet Fr. Andy - Ep. 5
#5
01/22/2025

We are overjoyed to be joined by the one and only, Fr. Andy Upah. Our parish priest sits down to answer all our questions. Say an extra prayer for Fr. Andy... he needs it after an afternoon with us :) 

Father Time - https://www.radiodubuque.com/father-time/

Mad Libs for Priests - https://youtu.be/8uB4bJdJctQ?si=7Dg4y-_ipgJ38TDp


Spiritual Direction... kind of
#4
01/15/2025

We are recapping our week back at work after Christmas break and reminiscing on days of snow. Will our friendship survive a spat about snow? We get into how to find a spiritual director and what that might look like. 

Archdiocese of Dubuque Spiritual Directors: https://dbqarch.org/spiritual-directors

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Who's Influencing you? - Ep. 3
#3
01/08/2025

In this episode, Katie and Angie are breaking down their favorite Catholic influencers and also telling a cautionary tale of being a little too influenced. 

@westcoastcatholic
@mari.c.wagner
@malloryervin
@jackie_mulligan
@reform_wellness


Happy New Year - Ep. 2
#2
01/01/2025

Happy New Year! In this episode we are sharing our words of the year and resolutions for the new year. We even recap an epic Millennium party that we threw 25 years ago. 

Edward Sri Book - https://ascensionpress.com/products/when-you-pray-a-clear-path-to-a-deeper-relationship-with-god-study-set?variant=43664329801920

Surrender Novena - https://a.co/d/iJY6QaZ


Meet Your Hosts - Ep. 1
#1
12/31/2024

Let us introduce you to your new favorite podcast! In this episode, Katie and Angie introduce themselves and what they see for the future of this podcast. We hope you like to laugh because that's a core tenant of this episode!