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Everyday Spirituality - Episode 11: Four Things You Need to Know About Mary

Do you find the Catholic Church’s teachings on Mary confusing? Do you struggle giving answers when questioned about what we believe about her and why? Here is a simple explanation of the four defined Marian doctrines of the Catholic Church. If you know these, you’ll be well on your way to understanding and standing your ground when it comes to the Blessed Mother. Also includes a bit of meandering in regard to mental illness, substance abuse, and tragedy.

Everyday Spirituality - Episode 10: The Dos and Don’ts of Handling Immorality on Social Media

Are you disgusted by the immorality on social media? Or, are you so used to it that it doesn’t even faze you anymore? Marge explores how Mary might deal with it and offers practical ways for you to handle the oftentimes rampant immorality on social media and elsewhere online.

Everyday Spirituality - Episode 9: Forgiveness Part II – Three Easy Steps to Stop Brooding and Start Forgiving

You want to forgive, but you just can’t stop brooding about the wrong that’s been done to you. The fact that the other person isn’t one bit sorry makes things even worse. Here are three easy (yes easy) steps to stop brooding and start forgiving.

Everyday Spirituality - Episode 8: Why Is It So Hard to Forgive Part I

Why is it so hard to forgive? Because we all miss one essential component in the forgiveness process. Marge talks about the devastating effects of unforgiveness, the essential component we all miss, God’s love, mercy, and justice, and the beautiful way Mary helps us to heal.

Everyday Spirituality - Episode 7: Overcommitted? Here’s How to Find Balance

Marge answers listener questions about finding balance in life, parenting during heartbreak, and obedience to God’s will. She offers a useful tool for discernment in every situation that will help you know what’s right for you – and what’s not.

Everyday Spirituality - Episode 6: What is REAL Peace?

What is real peace? It’s not the absence of war as some might think. Real, lasting peace begins with the struggle to rid ourselves of sin. To reach real peace, we need Mary to guide us and Christ to strengthen us.

Everyday Spirituality - Episode 5: Eyes of Mercy

Mary’s eyes are resplendent and full of mercy, but for who? Sinners like you and me? If we feel sinful and unlovable, it can be difficult to return Mary’s loving gaze. Difficult, but not impossible. Marge describes Mary’s merciful eyes and shows us how to look into them with confidence.