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Why ANOTHER Catholic Podcast? Living the Universal Call to Holiness

Episode 1

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 • Duration 45:25

Welcome to the first episode of Practicing Catholic! Hosts Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger dive into what it really means to practice holiness as a Catholic in today’s busy world. They share their personal faith journeys—a conversion and a reversion—and reflect on the universal call to holiness, the role of daily prayer, and the wisdom of the saints. Listeners will learn why patience and hope are essential virtues, how to take practical first steps toward a deeper spiritual life, and why holiness is a lifelong process of growth. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic, a convert, or simply seeking to live your faith more intentionally, this episode will encourage and equip you to become a “practicing Catholic” in the truest sense.

Have a question or an idea for a future episode? We’d love to hear it! Click here: practicingcatholicpodcast.com

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Holiness Isn’t Just for Saints: What Vatican II Really Taught

Episode 2

Monday, September 8, 2025 • Duration 47:09

Holiness isn’t just for saints. Vatican II taught that every Catholic is called to holiness—here’s what that actually looks like in real life.

What does the “universal call to holiness” really mean? In this episode of Practicing Catholic, Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger dive deep into this teaching from Lumen Gentium and Vatican II, breaking down what holiness looks like in everyday life. Is it about miracles and levitation—or the perfection of charity? Hear stories of struggle, perseverance, and adventure in the Christian life, plus answers to real listener questions about discouragement, discerning your vocation, and living holiness as a lay Catholic.

If you’ve ever wondered how to respond to Christ’s words “Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect”—this episode will help you see that holiness is both possible and personal.

Have a question or an idea for a future episode? We’d love to hear it! Click here: http://practicingcatholicpodcast.com/

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Why Work Matters: A Catholic Perspective on Purpose & Productivity

Episode 4

Monday, September 22, 2025 • Duration 51:31

Work isn’t just a paycheck — it’s a path to holiness. In this episode ofPracticing Catholic, Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger dive deep into the Catholic understanding of work: why it’s fundamentally good, how Scripture and Church teaching frame it, and how simple practices like the morning offering can transform your daily routine.

They discuss real-world struggles like distraction, burnout, and the temptation to see work as “just drudgery,” and offer practical ways to see your labor as a way to glorify God.

If you’ve ever wondered How should Catholics approach work? or How can I find purpose in my daily job? — this episode is for you.

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Triumph of the Heart: Why Art & Suffering Matter in Faith (w/ Filmmaker)

Episode 3

Monday, September 15, 2025 • Duration 40:34

In this episode of Practicing Catholic, hosts Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger sit down with filmmaker Anthony D’Ambrosio, writer and director of the powerful new film Triumph of the Heart about St. Maximilian Kolbe.

From Auschwitz to the timeless call of Christ, discover why Catholicism doesn’t shy away from suffering, how art has always shaped the Church’s identity, and how beauty can emerge even from tragedy.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why Catholic art embraces suffering and beauty together
How St. Maximilian Kolbe’s sacrifice reveals the heart of the priesthood
What Catholic creatives can learn about perseverance in their work
How modern technology like film carries the Gospel today

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If you’ve ever wondered why Catholic art can be so raw or how beauty saves souls, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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Why the Saints Still Matter Today

Episode 5

Monday, September 29, 2025 • Duration 46:54

What can the lives of the Saints teach us about following Christ today? In this episode of Practicing Catholic, we explore why the Saints are more than distant historical figures—they are models, guides, and spiritual “big brothers and sisters” who show us how to grow in holiness.

Have a question or an idea for a future episode? We’d love to hear it! Click here: http://practicingcatholicpodcast.com/

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Explore the "Based on a True Saint" documentaries: https://app.formed.org/app/collections/1138316
Watch "Littlest Saints" on Formed: https://app.formed.org/app/collections/801622
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Favorite Christmas Traditions, Movies, and Memories

Episode 17

Monday, December 22, 2025 • Duration 22:11

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 celebrate it together. From favorite Christmas memories and family traditions to beloved songs and movies, the conversation is lighthearted, warm, and deeply human.

Along the way, they reflect on how Christmas takes on new depth as parents, how children naturally grasp the beauty of Christ’s birth, and why the season invites us to slow down, rejoice, and keep celebrating well beyond December 25. It’s a joyful reminder that the mystery of Christmas is best lived in community, gratitude, and faith.

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Navigating Holiday Stress: Finding Peace, Joy & Holiness at Christmas

Episode 16

Monday, December 15, 2025 • Duration 48:37

Family tensions, mixed expectations, spiritual pressure, and packed schedules — Christmas can bring joy and stress. In this episode of Practicing Catholic, Taylor and Scott unpack how to navigate family dynamics during the holidays with gratitude, intentionality, and a deep reliance on God’s grace.

They discuss practical strategies for maintaining peace, communicating expectations with loved ones, fostering authentic joy, witnessing the faith without conflict, and keeping prayer at the center of a busy season. With humor, honesty, and pastoral insight, they help listeners enter Christmas prepared to love well – even when things get messy.

Plus: family traditions that keep Christ at the center, tips for praying while traveling, and the great Santa/St. Nicholas conversation.

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Why You Struggle to Pray—And How to Fix It

Episode 7

Monday, October 13, 2025 • Duration 46:37

Struggling to stay consistent in prayer? Taylor Kemp & Dr. Scott Hefelfinger share practical ways to deepen your daily prayer life and make time for God—no matter your season of life.

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Why Is Prayer So Hard?

Episode 6

Monday, October 6, 2025 • Duration 46:36

Why is prayer so difficult—even when we know it’s important? In this episode of Practicing Catholic, Taylor Kemp and Dr. Scott Heffelfinger dive into the struggles we all face in prayer: distraction, busyness, pride, and dryness. Drawing from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the wisdom of the saints, and personal experience, they explore why prayer often feels like a battle and how humility, trust, and perseverance help us grow in friendship with God.

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The Secret to Patience

Episode 15

Monday, December 8, 2025 • Duration 44:08

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 explore the virtues of patience and perseverance, why they matter for the Christian life, and how Advent trains us to grow in them. From parenting struggles to workplace challenges to spiritual dryness, they unpack practical, concrete ways to build these virtues with God’s grace. They also answer audience questions on defending the faith with charity and using medals and sacramentals without superstition. A relatable and hope-filled guide for anyone striving to begin again and stay the course.

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