All Kinds of Catholic

Send us a textEpisode 25: Amy explains how she tries to live her faith today as something real. Her mother used to 'put me to bed at night and kiss me good night and say, Remember that you were baptised priest, prophet, and king.' Amy reflects on how our compassion for others is really about letting Christ be in charge. Find out moreNational Board of Catholic WomenAdventurous Accompaniment at Million MinutesA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 24: Michael shares how he is still putting together what it means to be a Catholic after the death of a wonderful Franciscan priest inspired him to 'dig deeper' into his faith. Hear how Michael is tackling reading the scriptures and trying to have a consistent prayer life and see what resonates with your faith journey.A new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 23: Shantel shares her love of going on retreat. Recognising that taking social action is 'in the bible,' she explains how she and two friends, with their school chaplain, made life better for 20,000 young people in the North East. She thoughtfully explains her Syro-Malabar heritage - and how she brings God into her life at university.Find out more:Shantel speaks highly of Fr Xavier Khan Fr Mike Schmitz Bible in a YearA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 22: In this personal conversation, Andy explains how his unwilling attendance at a Catholic conference when he was 11 changed his life  - and the Catholic Charismatic Renewal movement continues to nurture his faith. He is movingly honest about how and why he retrained as a journalist, in his 30s. Find out moreCatholic Charismatic RenewalNew Dawn ConferenceA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 21: Elizabeth shares about her decades-long music ministry and the precious memories it has given her, her contributions to the Catholic Women's League, and the support of that community during a horribly difficult time.Find out moreCatholic Women's LeagueMcCrimmons PublishingWorld Union of Catholic Women's OrganisationsA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 20: Phil talks about his own faith journey and how this has led to his current pilgrimage project - while we walk part of a new Pilgrim Way he is uncovering in the Diocese of Shrewsbury.Find out moreThe Hearts in Search of God projectA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 19: Such fantastic energy and joy from Yemisi in this episode - while she generously shares her experience and insight on engaging young people,  marriage and family life, and making time for encounter.Find out moreKenelm Youth Trust Maryvale InstituteBishop Barron's HomiliesA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 18: Mark shares how awareness of his own weaknesses fuels his deep commitment to God. He talks about being a Lay Dominican, leading worship, and taking action on climate change - in Vancouver.Find out moreMark's bookLaudato Si' MovementLay Dominicans Mark's worship workshopA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 17: A bumper episode in which Giuliana shares her experience of Italian 'cultural Catholicism', deciding to commit more deeply to her faith, the challenges of being both a Catholic and a critical Marxist, and her experience and insights about the terrible situation in Israel and Gaza.Find out more:Giuliana's book Media and Peace in the Middle EastChristian Life CommunityA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 16: George shares with listeners about his faith journey, his gender transition, and his teaching vocation.He explains how the very Catholic understanding of the primacy of conscience helped him.Find out more:QuestOne Body One faithNew Ways MinistryGeorge's websiteA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 15: Caroline and Bernard - two guests! - share how their faith is the foundation of their marriage: 'God is the glue that keeps us together.'They share how they came to walk down the aisle on their first date and how the routine practice of prayer and living their faith together helps them to grow.Find out more: Chemin NeufConnect and AlphaBible AliveA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 14: Sam explains how his life is shaped both by wanting to share his faith and to help others. The value of community shines though as he talks about being involved in local politics, working especially on climate change and health inequalities,  engaging with faith leaders, and being part of a parish. A new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 13: Neil talks about his sense of being a missionary in his diocesan work. He shares honestly the things that are high points, like being with young people, and some of the low points, on his own faith journey.  We talk about Catholic voices on social media too.A new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 12: Elena shares her journey to finding a new Catholic community after leaving home for university. We talk about the Latin Mass and why she and other young Catholics can be drawn to it.Elena describes honestly the things she struggles with - experiences familiar to many.A new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 11: In a story told with striking honesty, Karen shares how her faith is more about doing than praying. She traces this back to her adoption journey, and the example of her parents. Hear too about her continuing struggle with the structure of the Church and the pace of change within it.A new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 10: Lorraine shares her journey from standing outside churches not daring to go in, to becoming a Catholic - choosing a thoughtful confirmation name along the way-  and finally recognising that 'I was always invited. I was always supposed to be there.' We talk about the ups and downs of being welcomed at the door, too.A new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 9: Lots of voices - from the National Justice & Peace Network annual conference.Special thanks to all this week's guests sharing how the gospel inspires them to work for justice and peace.Find out more about the National Justice & Peace Network and recordings from many of the Conference speakers. Conference calls to action were reported by Independent Catholic NewsA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 8: Eleni shares how the writings of John Henry Newman brought her to Catholicism and truth, saying, 'He's my guy.' And also, 'I really did come to Christ through Mary.'Eleni talks about how she experiences very different kinds of liturgy, parish life, and even church interiors and recognising what really 'feels like home'. Things you can follow up on:Support the new Cathedral in KyrgyztanDiocese of East Anglia study on Adults becoming CatholicsThe Dominican Youth MovementA new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 7: An episode from the other side of the world. Yvonne shares how she became a Catholic and eventually found  communities to belong to. She also talks about her work supporting people who have a dementia and how her faith motivates her to do that.Check out Growing Old Gracefully  from the Diocese of Leeds -  a source of sound information about dementia and faith.A new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com

Send us a textEpisode 6: Matthew reflects on being a small child during a civil war. He talks about his experience of 'living two lives' and how the rosary is still the prayer that sustains him. Through this conversation, Matthew and Theresa discovered a shared devotion to Blessed Cyprian Tansi.Find out more about Blessed Cyprian's time at Mount St Bernard Abbey.A new episode, a different conversation, every Wednesday!Email me: theresa@KindsofCatholic.co.ukFacebook and X/Twitter Give me a follow @KindsofCatholicFind the transcript: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.comMusic: Greenleaves from Audionautix.com