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In this week’s Advent miniseries, we reflect on joy and why it can exist even in the midst of suffering and trials. Drawing from Scripture and the Catechism, we explore the paradox of joy, our dependence on God, and the truth that the Lord never abandons or forgets His people. We look at how living in right order, staying close to Christ, and trusting in God’s sustaining presence shapes the way we walk through hardship. The episode concludes with practical ways to cultivate joy in daily life and the Litany of Joy. Resources Mentioned Litany of Joy Surrender Novena Two-part episode on Joy with Fr. Sean Grismer More from Wannabe Saints 🔗 Linktree – All Our Links 📩 Email us: [email protected] 📸 Follow us: @Wannabe_Saints 💛 Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/WannabeSaints

In this week’s Advent miniseries, we dive into the virtue of peace—what the Church calls “the tranquility of order.” We explore how peace flows from justice, charity, and ultimately living in union with God. Drawing from Scripture, the Catechism, and the wisdom of the saints, we look at how trust, humility, and forgiveness help restore interior peace, especially in our relationships. We end with practical ways to cultivate peace in daily life and a prayer to Christ, the Prince of Peace. Resources Mentioned 🕊 Prayer to the Prince of Peace: Lord Jesus Christ, Prince of Peace, grant us peace. Arise and scatter the darkness of chaos and sin from our hearts and our world. May Your Word guide our steps, Your love fill our hearts, and Your peace rule in our daily lives. Help us to become instruments of Your peace, reaching out with compassion and forgiveness wherever we go. May we reflect Your presence in our actions and bring Your light to those around us. Strengthen us with Your grace, and lead us in paths of righteousness for Your name’s sake. Amen. Forgiveness Prayer with Fr. Sean Grismer More from Wannabe Saints: 🔗 Linktree – All Our Links 📩 Email us: @Wannabe_Saints 💛 Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/WannabeSaints

In this episode of Wannabe Saints, Rachael begins the Advent series with a reflection on the virtue of Hope. As Jordyn prepares to welcome her baby, Rachael leads us through what Advent prepares us for, why our desires make us restless, and how true hope redirects our longing toward Christ. Drawing from the Catechism, Scripture, the promises of Jesus, and the Beatitudes, Rachael breaks hope into three parts—desire, trust, and grace—and reminds us that hope is not something we create on our own but something God strengthens within us.  Link to the Surrender Novena More from Wannabe Saints: 🔗 Linktree – All Our Links 📩 Email us: @Wannabe_Saints 💛 Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/WannabeSaints

In Part 2 of our conversation with Fr. Sean Grismer, we explore how true joy is impossible without forgiveness. Fr. Sean explains how holding onto hurt, resentment, or anger blocks the joy God wants to give us, and he offers simple, encouraging wisdom on how forgiveness opens the heart to freedom and peace. The episode closes with Fr. Sean leading us in a prayer of forgiveness, inviting listeners to release wounds, forgive others and themselves, and make room for the joy God desires for them. A short but powerful reminder that joy grows where forgiveness is chosen. Link to Fr. Sean Grismer's Prayer: Forgiveness Prayer More from Fr. Sean Grismer: Dose of the Ghost My Lourdes Faith Journey More from Wannabe Saints: 🔗 Linktree – All Our Links 📩 Email us: @Wannabe_Saints 💛 Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/WannabeSaints

Joy is a grace and a gift God wants to give. But to truly receive it, we must first forgive. In this inspiring episode, Fr. Sean Grismer shares how forgiveness opens our hearts to the joy the Lord longs for us to experience. Through real-life reflections and spiritual insight, Fr. Sean helps us see that holding onto hurt blocks the grace God desires to pour out. When we choose to forgive, ourselves and others, we make room for a joy that runs deeper than emotion, a joy rooted in God’s mercy and love. More from Fr. Sean Grismer: Dose of the Ghost My Lourdes Faith Journey More from Wannabe Saints: 🔗 Linktree – All Our Links 📩 Email us: @Wannabe_Saints 💛 Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/WannabeSaints