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• Four Kinds of Respect, One Virtue

  In this episode on the virtue of respect- We unpack four different types of respect—because it’s not a one-size-fits-all virtue. We explore:     •    General Respect for every person     •    Respect of Position for roles of authority     •    Respect for God      •    Earned Respect through trust and admiration We reflect on how earned respect is often the easiest to give—because it’s shown to those we admire, trust, and love. But it’s also the type of respect that can hurt us the most when that trust is broken. We also discuss how respect evolves, especially in our relationships with parents—what it looks like to honor them as adults. Drawing from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, we consider our call to respect all those in authority: parents, grandparents, teachers, bosses, and more. Finally, we talk about reverence and how we can grow in our awe and love for God.   Have a question, comment, or topic you'd like us to cover? Reach out to us at [email protected] or on Instagram @Wannabe_Saints. Find all our links here: https://linktr.ee/WannabeSaints   Link to Article We Read- From Focus On The Family  

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• Interview with Cecilia Brennan: A Life Lived with Fortitude

  In this episode of, Wannabe Saints, we switched things up for the virtue of fortitude. We interviewed Jordyn’s friend, Cecilia Brennan. Her life is a living example of the gift and virtue of fortidue, always persevering in faith and overcoming all obstacles, growing stronger and stronger each time. From growing up without her mom, to her husband being deployed to Japan two moths after they got married and starting her own company at the same time, to having to raise their daughter alone for the first 6 months. Despite all the trials she has been able to see Gods hand and the blessings in it all. “The purpose of life isn’t to find happiness, it is to find peace.”  Have a question, comment, or topic you'd like us to cover? Reach out to us at [email protected] or on Instagram @Wannabe_Saints. Find all our links here: https://linktr.ee/WannabeSaints Links to Cecilia's Instagram and Podcast: Cecilia's Instagram What In The Dang Heck What In The Dang Heck Instagram 

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• Mercy & Compassion

  In this episode of Wannabe Saints, we dive deep into the powerful connection between compassion and mercy. We explore how true mercy can’t exist without compassion—and how compassion naturally moves us to acts of mercy. From the corporal and spiritual works of mercy to the challenge of bearing wrongs patiently, we reflect on how these virtues call us to love others even when it's hard. We also talk about what it means to forgive from the heart, and how real forgiveness isn’t something we can do on our own—it’s only possible through the grace and help of the Holy Spirit. Have a question, comment, or topic you'd like us to cover? Reach out to us at [email protected] or on Instagram @Wannabe_Saints. Find all our links here: https://linktr.ee/WannabeSaints

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• Living With Integrity

  Integrity is more than just being honest and trustworthy—it’s about living in a way that takes your values and turns them into virtues. In this episode of Wannabe Saints, we talk about what it really means to be a person of integrity, the virtues that it requires, and why it’s not just about doing the right thing when people are watching, but who you are at your core. Listen in as we break down what it takes to be a person of integrity and challenge ourselves to live more authentically. Have a question, comment, or topic you'd like us to cover? Reach out to us at [email protected] or on Instagram @Wannabe_Saints. Find all our links here: https://linktr.ee/WannabeSaints

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• Forgiveness & Confession with Fr. Ditomo

  In this episode—Forgiveness & Confession—of Wannabe Saints, we welcome special guest Father Ditomo to dive into forgiveness and confession. We talk about the difference between mercy and forgiveness, why confession is key to spiritual growth, and where it’s found in Scripture. Plus, we discuss how confession can be a powerful source of psychological healing. Don’t forget to check out our show notes for timestamps on all the key topics in this insightful 2.5-hour conversation!   Listen to Father’s Podcast here: The Grace Filled Life   Have a question, comment, or topic you'd like us to cover? Reach out to us at [email protected] or on Instagram @Wannabe_Saints. Find all our links here: https://linktr.ee/WannabeSaints   Episode Time Stamps: 0:04:51 – Mercy vs. Compassion 20:22 – If someone confessed murder, can the priest tell them to turn themselves in? 22:20 – Confession: The Genius Sacrament 24:38 – Difference Between Grace and Mercy 27:52 – Where Is Confession in the Bible? 33:12 – Why Confess Sins to a Priest? 39:33 – Causing an Offense Against Someone and Going to Them Before Confession 40:52 – Mortal vs. Venial 43:33 – Free Will in Mortal Sin? 46:39 – Is Suicide Grave Matter? 49:49 – Sexual Sin 55:53 – Why Does It Feel Like You Fall Harder into Sin After Going to Confession? 1:02:47 – When You Forget Sins in Confession but Remember After, Have They Been Forgiven? 1:04:07 – How Specific Do You Need to Be in Confession? 1:06:00 – Is the Number of Times Just for Mortal Sin? 1:13:44 – Why Is Frequent Confession a Good Practice Even If It Isn’t a Mortal Sin? 1:16:37 – Praying While in Mortal Sin 1:21:20 – Do You Need to Confess Past Sins as You Further Develop Your Conscience? 1:24:41 – Examination of Life/General Confession 1:27:42 – Should You Write Things Down for Confession? 1:32:47 – Should Everyone Have a Spiritual Director, and How Do You Get One? 1:38:57 – Withholding Forgiveness and Holding Grudges 1:46:21 – Scrupulosity 1:54:27 – Psalm and Prayer to Help With Scrupulosity 1:57:26 – Confessing Behaviors That Are More Weakness Than Sin 1:59:49 – Why Do Priests Give Small Penances? 2:11:11 – Communion Covers Venial Sins—Should You Still Go to Confession Regularly? 2:13:37 – Bad Advice From a Priest or Not in Line With Church Teaching 2:17:00 – If the Priest Messes Up the Prayer of Absolution

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