BECOMING CATHOLIC is a podcast for anyone interested in learning what it's like (and what to expect) as a convert to the Catholic faith.
My name is Eliza Ceci. In 2019, Jesus Christ saved me from an unbiblical, secular, and new age life. After feeling like there was something missing in my evangelical walk, God gave me yet another grace I didn't deserve - He opened my eyes and heart to the Catholic faith.
Join me as I share my honest journey of what it's like to BECOME CATHOLIC - from how it all started all the way through to my confirmation in the Church (and beyond).
My intention for this project is that it's a bridge of understanding for those who know and love the Catholic faith and those who are curious, questioning, or somewhere in between. IF YOU LOVE THE LORD, I invite you to join me! Let's learn what its like to become Catholic together.
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21. What it's felt like to BE Catholic (after 15 months of preparation)
Season 1 · Episode 21
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 • Duration 27:32
It finally happened. In this episode I share (some) of what it's been like to be a Catholic convert. Spoiler, it's been amazing. 10 out of 10 recommend. ;) But it has been a lot to process and I share a little of it with you, here.
Thank you so much for being here with me through this experience. We being with a slight pivot in episode themes in a few weeks with season 2. Can't wait to share more with you. xoxo
Lent is almost here and I want to share with you about getting ashes on Ash Wednesday - what it means, why it's beautiful and an opportunity for additional graces! AND, yes, all non-Catholics can particiapte fully too. How exciting is that? Let's talk about this wonderful sacramental of the Catholic faith.
In this episode... - who can receive ashes on ash wednesday? - what ashes represent and why it's a biblical practice - encouragement for those who feel not a part of the community before being fully confirmed - what I've been doing that's been really effective as an evangelization technique (in a season where I haven't felt very helpful for God's kingdom) - details about sacramentals and why you might want to participate in using them
I'll be praying for you this Lent. I hope your lenten devotions bring you ever closer to the Lord. Please use my email linked below if you have specific prayer requests. I'd be happy to pray for you personally
Whether this is your first or 30th Lent I hope this episode will be helpful for you. :) 40 days can feel like a lot if you're unprepared. In this episode we talk about what a plan for lent can look like - whether it's detailed or simple - as long as it brings you closer to God. I share my entire detailed plan that you can easily borrow from and create something that works best for you.
In this episode you'll learn...
a brief overview of Lent
the 3 pillars of Lent - prayer, fasting, and almsgiving
how to create a foundational 'why' for your Lent to be fruitful
is alms just about donating money? or is there more to it?
HELPFUL LINKS GET YOUR FREE MASS TRACKER & SPIRITUAL GRACES JOURNAL SHEET A FREE LIST OF WORLDLY + UNBIBLICAL PRACTICES TO AVOID AS A BELIEVER CATECHISM I LOVE
18. What are Your Commitments as a Catholic? 6 Obligations You Say Yes to at Confirmation
Did you know Catholics have obligations? In this week's episode we look at what are called the Precepts of the Church and how if you're willing to submit to them that's a really good indicator of your faith!
What are your obligations as a faithful Catholic? What are you saying yes to?
Can you / will you commit? [panic sets in] but what if... I forget or get sick or can't do something?
the importance of obligation and the joy of obedience
16. Intense Overwhelm on the Journey to Conversion? What's Helping Most
Season 1 · Episode 16
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 • Duration 31:55
Welcome to episode 16 of BECOMING CATHOLIC.
If you're enjoying this podcast, I'd be so grateful if you'd consider donating to keep us going: https://www.elizaceci.com/donate
Conversion is hard! Does anyone talk about that? I promised in this project I'd share what it's been like for me and in this episode I share what I've been thinking about and experiencing lately - including spiritual attack, paring down prayers to the basics (what this looks like for me), 2 things I'm really loving about Catholics, and more... If you're feeling overwhelmed in your conversion I hope the practices and suggestions I share will be helpful to you.
Prayer is a lot more powerful than people would like to believe. You might just be the answer to someone's prayer in their lives - as a child, a friend, a helpful hand when it was really needed.
I've seen God bless the people in my life through answered prayers many, many times. Today I want to encourage you to start praying consistently - for you, your family and closest friends, and for your community. We all need prayer SO much right now.
Will you join me in doing the 'novena for hurricanes'? Click the link above for the daily prayers, land et's come together in prayer. This community can change lives through prayer! Let's cultivate and live out love for our neighbor.
Things we talk about this episode: - if you've stopped praying consistently, some suggestions on how to start up again (that's simple and effective) - Catholic virtue or charity and living our love for our neighbor - what if God seems to answer your prayers for others but not your own? - a reminder to offer masses for all circumstances - let's offer masses for those effected by these hurricanes! - information about praying the novena for hurricanes, join me in praying day 1 together
If you have a prayer request send it to me and I'll add you to my prayer wall - everyone in this community IS prayed for.
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13. NOTHING is Wasted in the Kingdom of God
Season 1 · Episode 13
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 • Duration 22:37
Welcome to episode 13 of BECOMING CATHOLIC. We have a scripture memory community launching this November. Join the email list to be the first to know all the details: https://www.elizaceci.com/free-resources
There's nothing new under the sun (Ecclesiastes 1:9) AND nothing will be wasted - both of these are true. In this week's episode, we do a tiny Bible study and some mental prayer to show the Lord your burdens, struggles, sorrows, fears, worries, doubts - any and all of it - and ask Him to take care of you, to love you, and... to do it FOR you.
Scriptures we talk about: JOHN 6:5-13 and MATTHEW 11:28-30 (and PSALM 56:8)
If you've been on the struggle bus lately this episode is for you. It didn't feel honest to do business as usual so in this episode I'm sharing the realness of my struggles and challenges lately and how the Lord is not forsaking or abandoning me but is helping me in my sanctification. And, I share the 5 practices I suggest for times when you're feeling burdened, anxious, fearful, or stuck in your faith journey. I hope this episode blesses you!
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Father Ripperger Deliverance Prayers book (page 19 has the prayer mentioned) https://amzn.to/3XhzJA5
