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Yes Catholic

David Patterson 172 Episodes Sep 17, 2026

Yes Catholic is a podcast that shares inspiring stories of individuals who have embraced their Catholic faith and begun living it authentically. Each week, a new guest recounts their personal journey of conversion, highlighting the transformative power of faith. The show aims to encourage listeners by demonstrating that they are never alone on their spiritual path. Real people share real stories, all centered on grace.

Episodes

Josh Blakesley's Journey from Grief to Grace
Josh Blakesley's Journey from Grief to Grace Sep 17, 2026 2497 From a small-town Louisiana teen torn between band life and a real call to holiness, he shares how grief, prayer, and music collided and redirected his life toward Jesus.What starts as a teenage encounter at a prayer meeting quickly becomes a story of surrender, heartbreak, and vocation. Josh opens up about the accident that took his friends life, the funeral-home moment that forced him to answer
From Rise Up to Missionary Staff: Nico Zhomwa's CCO Story
From Rise Up to Missionary Staff: Nico Zhomwa's CCO Story Sep 10, 2026 1819 Nico Zhomwa moved from Zimbabwe to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan for grad school. He shares how COVID pushed him to make his faith his own, a chance encounter that connected him to CCO, and how a "golden ticket" at Rise Up led him to discern a call to missionary work he never saw coming. From a chapel notebook full of fears to a hard conversation with his dad, it's a story about identity,
Catholic Owned: How Brooke Joiner Is Building the New Catholic Economy
Catholic Owned: How Brooke Joiner Is Building the New Catholic Economy Sep 8, 2026 2531 Brooke Joiner grew up Lutheran in Colorado, but a car accident, a season of searching, and one unforgettable holy hour in Eucharistic adoration set her on the path to the Catholic Church. In this episode, Brooke shares the story of her conversion, the "arrows" that pointed her toward Mother Teresa's first house in Calcutta, and how she and her husband Matteo walked away to found Cat
The Story Behind SacredSpark: Daniel's Journey to Christ
The Story Behind SacredSpark: Daniel's Journey to Christ Sep 1, 2026 2741 Daniel grew up Catholic in one of the most secular countries in the world, where he was often the only kid in the pews and church felt like an empty obligation his parents forced on him. Living a double life through his teens, he finally encountered Christ in a real way at a Steubenville youth conference in the U.S., sparking a slow but life-changing conversion. In this episode, Daniel shares how
The Platform Was a Gift: John Sansone's Catholic Journey
The Platform Was a Gift: John Sansone's Catholic Journey Aug 29, 2026 1381 John Sansone went from reality TV fame on Fox's Farmer Wants a Wife to becoming an outspoken Catholic voice online — and he's the first to admit he doesn't have it all figured out. In this episode, John opens up about growing up in a large Italian-Lebanese Catholic family in St. Louis, drifting from his faith in high school, and the divine timing behind his unexpected TV casting. He
From Fearful & Anxious to Bold for Christ | Adeline Johanna
From Fearful & Anxious to Bold for Christ | Adeline Johanna Aug 22, 2026 1485 What happens when God asks you to step outside your comfort zone?Adeline Johanna grew up Catholic, but for years her faith was largely centered around going to Mass and practicing familiar prayers. In high school, anxiety and fear of judgment became a major part of her life, but through Scripture and a growing trust in Jesus, her faith began to become deeply personal.After dropping out of universi
The Litany of Trust
The Litany of Trust Aug 18, 2026 179 Jesus, I trust in You.We surrender every fear, every doubt, every plan we try to control…“From the fear that I am unlovable… deliver me, Jesus.”Pray this Litany of Trust with us.Thank you to the 34 Catholic accounts that helped collaborate in making this possible! Give them a follow!Litany of Trust written by the Sisters of Lifehttp://www.sistersoflife.org/@thedomesticdadlife @santonio_hill @broth
Finding Your Identity in Christ with Jude D’Agostino
Finding Your Identity in Christ with Jude D’Agostino Aug 11, 2026 2132 What if your worth has nothing to do with what you accomplish?In this episode of Yes Catholic, David sits down with Jude D’Agostino, Catholic content creator behind Lifting the Cross, to talk about anxiety, self-worth, healing, prayer, and discovering how God truly sees us.Jude shares his journey from being a cradle Catholic to struggling with anxiety and placing his identity in basketball and ach
God Is Not Done Writing Your Story | The Scally Brothers
God Is Not Done Writing Your Story | The Scally Brothers Aug 7, 2026 3143 Jacob and Zach Scally started making music at just 10 and 13 years old. Today, the Scally Brothers travel across the country as full-time Catholic musicians, using their music to lead people closer to Jesus.In this episode, they share their journey of saying yes to God, the story behind “Keep Hopin,” how a 99 year old woman inspired one of their biggest songs, and what they learned about trusting
How a Simple Confession Changed My Life Forever
How a Simple Confession Changed My Life Forever Jul 27, 2026 1892 Imagine experiencing God's mercy so profoundly that it reshapes your entire life.Father Brice Higginbotham shares his inspiring story of how a simple act of going to confession opened the door to divine love, mercy, and a calling to serve as a priest. His journey reveals the quiet ways God patiently draws us closer, through sacrament, friendship, and prayer, especially when we least expect it
The Power of Sacred Art to Heal Hearts Through Beauty
The Power of Sacred Art to Heal Hearts Through Beauty Jul 17, 2026 2517 Most us feel stuck between a life we've dreamed of and the reality we're living, but what if the delays are actually divine preparation? Mattie Karr shares how her journey from Hollywood dreams to sacred artistry was guided by God's inner healing, and daring leaps of faith. After years of feeling unworthy and burnt out in sales, she discovered that God’s love isn't earned throu
The Hidden Moment That Made Sister Katie Say "Yes" to Religious Life
The Hidden Moment That Made Sister Katie Say "Yes" to Religious Life Jul 9, 2026 1740 Most people never imagine their future includes becoming a Catholic sister, until a quiet whisper of God’s call changes everything. Sister Katie’s story proves that listening to even the smallest nudge can lead to profound purpose and unimaginable joy.Sister Katie shares her journey from a Florida childhood to embracing her vocation as a Salesian sister of St. John Bosco. She vividly recounts how

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