Join us as we explore topics that invite us to live deeper our Catholic, Christian faith. Hosts Janet Jones (Director of Faith Formation) and Bridgett Passauer (Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation, Evangelization, and Community Life), from Church of the Ascension in Virginia Beach, have incredible conversations over coffee. We invite you to grab a mug of your favorite brew and share in their stories, laughs, and connection with Jesus and each other.
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Summer with the Saints: Let Me, Let You
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Bridgett is once again joined by guest Jeanine Breault (St Ignatius episode), who challenges us to say to God, "Let me, let you." Listen in to learn how to apply some of St Ignatius' teachings to your life and aid your discernment. Resources: Books The Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide for Spiritual Living The Examen Prayer: Ignatian Wisdom…
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Summer with the Saints - St. Alberto Hurtado, SJ
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Bridgett is joined by Catalina Ortega, Ascension's Social Justice Minister. Catalina shares her connection to St Alberto Hurtado, a Jesuit and the Patron Saint of Chile, and his importance in Chilean Catholic culture. Resources: Videos St. Alberto Hurtado, SJ Articles St. Alberto Hurtado, SJ (Ignatian Spirituality) Society of Jesus Celebrates Feast…
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Summer with the Saints - Eucharistic Prayer 1
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Join Bridgett and special guest Joanne Webb as they explore the saints included in Eucharistic Prayer 1. A way to enhance your understanding of the Mass and the Saints. Resource Do this in Remembrance of Me, Part 55: Saints Names in Eucharistic Prayer 1 Baby Steps Look up Eucharistic Prayer 1 and read through it noticing the Saints that are include…
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Summer with the Saints: Saint Jude
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Join Bridgett and her special guest, parishioner Luz Igana. They discuss St Jude, his significance in Filipino culture, and his presence in Luz's life. Resources Videos St. Jude the Apostle-Best Short Film GabiAfterHours St. Jude – Official Explanation GabiAfterHours St. Jude Thaddaeus Catholic Online St. Jude Feast: The Facts-2023 Franciscan TV Ar…
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Summer with the Saints: Blessed Carlo Acutis
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Thanks for joining us. Have a blessed day!Par Janet Jones and Bridgett Passauer
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Summer with the Saints: St. Ignatius of Loyola
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Join Bridgett and her special guest, Jeanine Breault, for an exploration of St Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits. Resources: Videos Who is Ignatius of Loyola? Saint Ignatius of Loyola Ignatius of Loyola- Finding God in All Things Introduction to the Spiritual Exercises Articles The Life of St. Ignatius of Loyola St. Ignatius History St…
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Summer with the Saints: Sister Thea Bowman
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Join Janet and her guest, Nicole Drummond (Director of Religious Education and Youth Minister at the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Norfolk), as they uncover the strength of a modern-day servant of God, Sister Thea Bowman, who is on the path to sainthood. Resources: Video Recommendations Going Home Like a Shooting Star: Thea…
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Summer with the Saints: St Francis de Sales
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Join Bridgett and Janet as they discuss St. Francis de Sales, including his understanding of the importance of the laity, which built an early foundation for Vatican II. Resources: St. Francis de Sales (Catholic.org) Learn to Pray Like St. Francis de Sales (featuring Fr. Gregory Pine O.P.) St. Francis de Sales: A Biography What You Don’t Know About…
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Summer with the Saints: St Catherine of Siena
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Bridgett and Janet share their connections to St Catherine of Siena, especially after their travels to Italy earlier this year. Resources: Video Recommendations Who is St. Catherine of Siena: The Catholic Saints Podcast (The Augustine Institute) The Apostle of the Blood of Christ: Saint Catherine of Siena (Bishop Robert Barron) Articles Referenced …
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Summer with the Saints: St Francis of Assisi
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Bridgett is joined by Travis Rogers, Ascension's Youth Minister, for a conversation about St Francis of Assisi and their connections to this popular saint, including the Secular Franciscan Order. Resources: Video Recommendations St. Francis of Assisi: The World’s Most Beloved Saint St. Francis of Assisi: Sign of Contradiction Organization The Secul…
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Summer With The Saints: St Therese of Lisieux
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Janet & Bridgett continue their summer series with one of Janet's favorite saints, St Therese of Lisieux. They discuss her life and experiences and uncover what it means to be a Doctor of the Church. Resources: Video Recommendations Bishop Barron on Saint Theresa of Lisieux Saint Theresa of Lisieux- Following the Little Way How to Know Which Saints…
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Summer with the Saints: St Joseph
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Join Bridgett and Janet in their discussion of one of their favorite saints: St Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus. Can you even imagine parenting the Son of God? Resources: Catechism of the Catholic Church (437, 497, 532, 1014, 1846, and 2177) St. John Henry Newman: “When, for our sakes, the Son came on earth and took our flesh, yet He would not …
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Summer with the Saints: Mother Mary
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Janet and Bridgett start the summer season with the ultimate saint: Mother Mary. She said "yes" and we will never be the same! Resources: Catechism of the Catholic Church (963-975) Formed Interview Our Mother Mary Dr. Mark Miravalle, interviewed by Dr. Ben Akers (Subscription to Formed Required) Pope St. John Paul II, Mary’s Mediation Derives from …
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Summer with the Saints: Not Perfection, Just Connection
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Welcome to the summer edition of Hearing with the Heart! Bridgett and Janet unveil their summer plan and kick it off with a discussion of Sainthood and how we are all connected. Resources: USCCB's Information on Becoming a Saint Catechism of the Catholic Church (946-962) Baby Steps: Look up your first, middle, and/or confirmation name and learn mor…
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JTB Chapters 6 & 7: The Bridal Mysteries
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In the final 2 chapters of Jesus the Bridegroom, Janet and Bridgett consider the relationship between the cleansing of Baptism and the bridal mysteries. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Baby Steps: Reflect on the Gospel of John's Woman at the Well. If you met Jesus at the well, what do you think he w…
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JTB Chapter 5: The End of Time
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Jesus is the Bridegroom, but what does that mean for us after the wedding (crucifixion)? Join Bridgett and Janet as they discuss Chapter 5, Jewish marriage traditions, and the End of Times. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament John Chapter 14 Baby Steps: Read t…
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If Jesus is the Bridegroom, when is his wedding? Janet and Bridgett discuss Chapter 4 of Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Jesus’ Crucifixion from the Gospel of John Baby Steps: Remember a wedding you've attended. Now look at your…
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JTB Chapter 3: The Bride at the Well
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If Jesus is the Bridegroom, then who is the Bride? Listen in as Janet and Bridgett discuss Chapter 3 in Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre The Woman at the Well John 4: 4-30 Baby Steps: Re-read The Woman at the Well. Put yourself into the scene a…
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JTB Chapter 2: It's All About the Bridegroom
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Have you ever thought of the Last Supper as Jesus' wedding banquet? Listen in as Bridgett and Janet discuss John the Baptist, Jesus' role at the Wedding at Cana, and the Last Supper as they discover Chapter 2 of Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre…
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Chapter 1: Jesus the Bridegroom
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Bridgett and Janet introduce the book Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Every Told by Brant Pitre and the covenant relationship God has with us. Resources: Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Brant Pitre Catechism – definition of covenant Song of Songs Baby Steps: Consider your image of God from the Old Testament.…
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Have you attended an Easter Vigil Mass? Walk with Janet and Bridgett through the symbolism of "the mother of all holy vigils" (St Augustine) and the joy and celebration of Easter. Resources: Hallow Easter Vigil Guide Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Easter Vigil Readings Easter Sunday Readings Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Stor…
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Holy Week: From Jerusalem to the Cross
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The journey we take with Jesus during Holy Week leads us to the pinnacle moment of our Catholic faith. Janet and Bridgett walk with us through the scriptures from Jesus' jubilant (but humble) entrance in Jerusalem to his death on the cross. Resources: Catechism of the Catholic Church #1168 Triduum The Significance of Holy Thursday Ignatius Catholic…
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Fifth Sunday of Lent: A Grain of Wheat Must Die
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Our Catholic faith teaches us to deny ourselves - a counter-cultural idea for our modern world. Janet & Bridgett discuss how the concept of dying to self can lead to spiritual fulfillment and make space for all that God has in store for our lives. Resources: Fifth Sunday of Lent Gospel Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Kreeft, Peter. Food…
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Fourth Sunday of Lent: God So Loves You
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Janet & Bridgett discuss the Gospel from the Fourth Sunday, which includes the most often quoted verse (John 3:16), and the depth of love God has for each one of us. Resources: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Kreeft, Peter. Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings Cycle B. Word on Fire, 2023. Marquette University Gospel Refle…
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Third Sunday of Lent: The Temple
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Bridgett and Janet discuss Jesus' righteous anger when he finds his Father's house, the temple, being defiled. How can we use this lesson in our lives - this Lent, and beyond? Resources: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Kreeft, Peter. Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings Cycle B. Word on Fire, 2023. Third Sunday of Lent: J…
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Second Sunday of Lent: Mountaintops
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For the second week of Lent, Janet and Bridgett discuss the Transfiguration, a reading we hear every Lenten season, and how mountaintop experiences bring us closer to God. Resources: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament Kreeft, Peter. Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings Cycle B. Word on Fire, 2023. Second Sunday of Lent: The …
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First Sunday of Lent: The Desert
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During this first week of Lent, Bridgett and Janet discuss the desert - from the journey of the Israelites fleeing Egypt to Jesus' temptation in the desert, and what we can learn for our own faith journeys. Resources: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament First Sunday of Lent: The Temptation in the Desert The Three Temptations of Christ by De…
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As we prepare for Ash Wednesday, Janet discusses her favorite liturgical season, Lent, with Bridgett. Together, they share both the #funfacts and the reverent aspects of the season and remind us to just breathe! Resources: CCC 2849 Such a battle and such a victory become possible only through prayer. It is by his prayer that Jesus vanquishes the te…
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Missionary Disciples: Sent (part 4 of 4)
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What does it mean to be Sent? Janet and Bridgett consider how they have been Sent out into the world on what Janet calls God's greatest adventure, and discuss how we are all called to share the love of Christ with others. Resources: Living as Missionary Disciples: A Resource for Evangelization Discipleship Book Joy of the Gospel Living as Intention…
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Missionary Disciples: True Community (part 3 of 4)
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In the third of a 4-part series on Missionary Disciples, Janet and Bridgett reveal the history behind the need for community, and its importance today, especially for our faith journeys. Resources: Living as Missionary Disciples: A Resource for Evangelization Discipleship Book Joy of the Gospel Community in the Catholic Church The Messy Necessity o…
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Missionary Disciples: Accompaniment (part 2 of 4)
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In the second of a 4-part series on Missionary Disciples, Bridgett and Janet discuss what Janet describes as a beautiful word: accompaniment. But what does it mean for a Missionary Disciple? Resources: Living as Missionary Disciples: A Resource for Evangelization Joy of the Gospel The Reed of God: A Spiritual Classic Hearing with the Heart Coffee M…
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Missionary Disciples: Breaking It Down (part 1 of 4)
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You may heave heard the term Missionary Disciple but what does it really mean? Let Janet and Bridgett break it down for you in their latest podcast episode Resources: Living as Missionary Disciples: A Resource for Evangelization Discipleship Book Toups, Fr. Mark. Rejoice! An Advent Pilgrimage into the Heart of Scripture. Ascension Press, 2023. Edwa…
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Epiphanies About Epiphany: What Stars Do You Follow?
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Janet & Bridgett discuss Epiphany, including some surprises, historical references, and thoughts about what it means for us today. References: The Epiphany of the Lord The history behind the Feast of the Epiphany The Origins and Spirituality of the Epiphany Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament USCCB Readings for Epiphany Baby Steps: Reflect …
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Christmas Memories and Carols
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Merry Christmas! Join Bridgett and Janet as they discuss Christmas memories and favorite Christmas carols. Resources: The Surprising Origins of Christmas Carols: Explained Christmas Carols: The History Behind 9 Festive Favorites The Stories Behind Our Most Beloved Christmas Carols O Holy Night https://www.americamagazine.org/arts-culture/2023/11/26…
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Bridgett and Janet discuss their Advent traditions and explore what Advent means to them (and to our Church). Resources: Advent resources: https://www.ascensionvb.org/advent Readings for 1st Sunday in Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120323.cfm Readings for 2nd Sunday in Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121023.cfm Ascens…
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Happy New (Liturgical) Year!
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Janet & Bridgett discuss the Liturgical year - ends and beginnings, Matthew and Mark, and more. Have faith, not fear! Resources: Matthew Chapter 25 Gospel of Mark Baby Steps: Read Matthew 25 and pray on a verse that touches your heart Read through Mark's Gospel (the shortest of the Gospels) Email us: podcast@ascensionvb.org Additional episodes: htt…
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A Deacon, a Priest, and a Dad Walk Into a Church
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Join Bridgett and her special Thanksgiving guests: her brothers! Fred (the deacon), Greg (the priest), Rudy (the Dad), and Bridgett discuss their Catholic upbringing and how it has shaped their lives today. Email us: podcast@ascensionvb.org Additional episodes: https://hearingwiththeheart.buzzsprout.com Church of the Ascension: www.ascensionvb.org/…
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The Prodigal Son & The Older Son
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As we prepare for Thanksgiving (and family dynamics), Janet & Bridgett discuss the parable of the Prodigal Son, and consider the perspectives of both the older son and the Father. Who do you identify with the most? Resources: The Prodigal Son - Luke 15:11-32 Bishop Barron on the Prodigal Son Ephesians 3:14-15: For this reason, I kneel before the Fa…
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Resources: John 6: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/6 Isaiah 49:15 "Can a mother forget her infant, be without tenderness for the child of her womb? Even should she forget, I will never forget you." Ignatius Catholic Study Bible New Testament (Amazon link) Baby Steps: Invite the Holy Spirit in and read John Chapter 6 Ponder the question: "Do you …
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Janet & Bridgett discuss sainthood and holiness - can you see yourself as a saint? Resources: "Many poets are not poets for the same reason that many religious men are not saints: they never succeed in being themselves. They never get around to being the particular poet or the particular monk they are intended to be by God. They never become the ma…
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The first question posed by God in the Bible is, "Where are you?" which he asks of Adam and Eve. How often do we ask our family, friends, and even God this same question? Janet and Bridgett share their experiences as they ponder the same. Resources: Hallelujah Anyway by Rend Collective music video “God’s job is not to protect us from life, but to c…
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"What do you want me to do for you?"
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Jesus asks blind Bartimaeus, "What do you want me to do for you?" even when the answer seems obvious. How do things change when we take time to deepen our conversation with Jesus and not only tell him what we need, but also ask him what he wants us to do for him? Bridgett and Janet both share personal experiences of doing just that. Resources Mark …
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Who Does Jesus Say That I Am?
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Janet and Bridgett turn the tables on Jesus' question to his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" and explore "Who does Jesus say that I am?" Life is a journey toward our belovedness as we open ourselves to receive the grace of Jesus. Resources: Glorious Day Video by Passion featuring Kristian Stanfil Belovedness Video by Sarah Kroger Isaiah 61:1…
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The Next Verse: Pray Your Mess
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Get to know Janet and Bridgett as they explore how their faith backgrounds (one a cradle Catholic, one a Protestant) influenced their relationship (or lack thereof) with Jesus and how they continue to grow in their faith journey today. While many Christians know the verse John 3:16, Janet shares how the next verse (John 3:17) impacted her life. Res…
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