Catholic Minute
A Catholic podcast from Ken and Janelle Yasinski about intentional Catholic living. It explores topics like marriage, parenting, sacraments, Marian devotions and cultural issues. Provides daily reflections during Advent and Lent. Encourages listeners to live the Catholic life.
Episodes
He Worked in Hollywood for 10 Years — What He Saw as a Catholic
Send us Fan MailWhen Hollywood and the Catholic faith meet, the result may surprise you. In this video, I sit down with Mark Matthews, who spent 10 years working at DreamWorks Animation, to discuss what he saw as a Catholic, the pursuit of fame and celebrity culture, and why he came to see Hollywood as a mission field.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.ken
The 12-Year Prayers of St. Bridget | The Astonishing Promises
Send us Fan MailThe 12-Year Prayers of St. Bridget have inspired countless Catholics for centuries—but what are they, where do they come from, and what should we make of the extraordinary promises associated with them?In this episode, Ken and Janelle discuss St. Bridget of Sweden, her profound devotion to the Passion of Christ, and Janelle's personal experience praying both the one-year and 1
5 Astonishing Prophecies of Blessed Anna Maria Taigi
Send us Fan MailGod revealed future dangers to Blessed Anna Maria Taigi long before they happened.In this episode, we explore five of her most astonishing prophecies—including warnings of a deadly carriage accident, a shipwreck at sea, an assassination plot, and the devastating fire at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Along the way, we reflect on what these remarkable events teach us ab
The Saint for Ordinary Problems | Blessed Anna Maria Taigi
Send us Fan MailPeople traveled from all walks of life to seek the help of Blessed Anna Maria Taigi—not over matters of state, but over ordinary problems. Lost possessions. Mysterious illnesses. Missing inheritances. Family concerns. Again and again, God granted her extraordinary knowledge to help those in need.In this episode, Ken and Janelle share some of the most remarkable stories of Blessed A
The Mystery of Christ's Precious Blood
Send us Fan MailIf one drop of Christ's Precious Blood was enough to redeem the world, why did Jesus shed every last drop?Drawing from the wisdom of St. Alphonsus Liguori, St. John Chrysostom, St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Bernard, and St. Bridget of Sweden, Ken explores the profound mystery of Christ's Precious Blood and what it reveals about the immeasurable love of God.Discover the connecti
Catholic Mystic Knew Their Final Hours | Blessed Anna Maria Taigi
Send us Fan MailFor nearly 30 years, God revealed hidden realities to Blessed Anna Maria Taigi through a mysterious luminous sun.In this episode, Janelle and I share stories from her life, including a prediction about the death of a world leader and a young man warned of his death five years before it happened.A special thank you to our monthly supporters. Your generosity helps us continue creatin
Angelic Warfare Confraternity Prayers | 15 Hail Marys for Purity & Chastity
Send us Fan MailThese traditional Catholic prayers are intended to be prayed daily for chastity and purity, invoking the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Thomas Aquinas, and the holy angels for purity of heart, mind, and body.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Anna Maria Taigi Could See Past, Present and Future — A Catholic Mystic
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we explore remarkable accounts from the life of Blessed Anna Maria Taigi. Through the mysterious sun, she was said to perceive hidden struggles, future events, secret temptations, and the true spiritual condition of souls.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Will AI Make Us Less Human?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Will AI Make Us Less Human?, I sit down with AI researcher Mark Matthews to discuss one of the most important questions of our time: What happens when artificial intelligence begins replacing not just physical work, but human thinking, creativity, relationships, and even our sense of purpose?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atw
AI Scientist Responds to Pope Leo's Warnings About AI
Send us Fan MailArtificial Intelligence is advancing faster than most people realize—and Pope Leo has taken notice.In this episode, Ken sits down with AI research scientist Mark Matthews to discuss Pope Leo's warnings about AI and what Catholics should understand about this rapidly developing technology.Are the Pope's concerns justified? Could AI ever surpass human intelligence? What imp
Anna Maria Taigi | How Demons Distracts Souls From God
Send us Fan MailBlessed Anna Maria Taigi is one of the most extraordinary Catholic mystics in Church history — and some of the demonic attacks she endured are unlike anything we’ve covered before.But hidden within her story is a powerful warning for Catholics living in a distracted world.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
3 Catholic Marriage Habits We Wish We Started Earlier
Send us Fan MailWhat happens to a marriage after kids?After years of parenting and busy family life, we slowly realized we had stopped intentionally prioritizing our relationship as husband and wife.In this epsiode, we share 3 Catholic marriage habits we wish we had started earlier and the simple things that helped us reconnect as husband and wife.If you’re trying to build a strong Christ-centered
Looking Back at 50: Ken's Faith Journey
Send us Fan MailWhat does it mean to feel alone—even while practicing the Catholic faith?In this Catholic testimony, I share my personal faith journey—growing up in the Catholic Church, attending Mass, and still feeling lost, alone, and spiritually dry.In my 20s, something changed.This Catholic conversion story is about the moment I finally turned to God honestly—and how that led to a real relatio
St Catherine of Siena: Miracles & Mystical Experiences (From Her Confessor)
Send us Fan MailSt Catherine of Siena’s life is one of the most extraordinary in the history of the Catholic Church. In this episode, we explore her miracles, visions, and encounters with demonic forces—based not on legend, but on the firsthand account of her confessor, Blessed Raymond of Capua.From her early visions of Christ to her radical life of prayer and penance, Catherine’s story reveals th
Protestant to Catholic: The Moment She Believed in the Eucharist (Sr. Philomena)
Send us Fan MailA Protestant girl walked into Eucharistic adoration… and became convinced it was really Jesus.In this episode, Sister Filamina shares her powerful journey from a Protestant upbringing to the Catholic Church—and ultimately to religious life. What began as curiosity led to a life-changing encounter with the Eucharist that she could not ignore.She opens up about her first confession,
Good Friday: Why There Is No Mass (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailWhat happens on Good Friday—and why is there no Mass?In this episode, Fr. Cristino explains the meaning behind the most solemn day of the Catholic Church. From the prostration of the priest to the veneration of the Cross and the silence of an empty tabernacle, discover what makes the Good Friday liturgy so unique.If you’ve ever wondered why Good Friday feels so different, this conv
Holy Thursday: They Stole the Eucharist… Then This Happe
Send us Fan MailHoly Thursday Mass, the Last Supper, and the Institution of the Eucharist—this is the night Jesus gave us the Blessed Sacrament.But what happens when the Eucharist is stolen?In this powerful Holy Thursday reflection, we recount a shocking Eucharistic miracle from Turin—one that reveals the reality of the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.Support the showSupport this sh
HOLY WEEK: He Spoke After Death… and Was Condemned
Send us Fan MailDuring Holy Week, we reflect on judgment, sin, and the reality of eternity. In this episode, we share a striking account from Catholic tradition: a man who spoke after his death—and revealed the truth about his soul.Witnessed by many, including St. Bruno, this moment raises a sobering question: are we prepared to meet God?A powerful call to repentance, confession, and conversion.Su
From Occult to Rosary: The Conversion of Bartolo Longo
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful Catholic conversion story, we explore the life of Bartolo Longo—a man who became deeply involved in occult and spiritualist practices, only to find himself overwhelmed by fear, confusion, and a loss of peace.Some accounts describe him as a “satanic priest,” not because he was ordained, but because of how deeply he had immersed himself in these practices and led oth
St. Lawrence and the True Treasure of the Church
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, we reflect on one of the most striking stories from the early Church—St. Lawrence and the true treasure of the Church.When Roman authorities demanded the Church’s wealth, they expected gold and riches. What they received instead shocked an empire—and revealed something far deeper about the heart of the Catholic faith.As we enter Holy Week, this story invit
What Is Almsgiving? (And Why It Matters)
Send us Fan MailWhat is almsgiving, and why does the Church call us to practice it?In this episode, Fr. Cristino explains the meaning of almsgiving in the Christian life and how it goes beyond simply giving money. Rooted in Scripture and Tradition, almsgiving is an act of love, a form of self-denial, and a way of participating in God’s care for others.How should Catholics approach almsgiving today
Gregorian Masses: The Story That Started It All
Send us Fan MailA monk dies with one hidden sin… and what happens next reveals something powerful about purgatory and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.In this episode, we share a true account recorded by St. Gregory the Great: a monk who secretly kept gold against his vows, and the mysterious moment that followed after his death. When thirty Masses were offered for his soul, everything changed.This
St. John Bosco’s Vision of Hell
Send us Fan MailWhat is mortal sin—and can it lead a soul to hell?In this episode, we recount one of the most sobering visions of St. John Bosco. He saw young souls walking a path that seemed safe… until it began to pull them downward. There was no sudden rebellion—only a gradual descent that went unnoticed until it was too late.This powerful vision reveals the reality of hell, the danger of morta
A Burned Handprint from Purgatory
Send us Fan MailA nun dies—and days later, her voice is heard again.In this episode, we recount a striking account from Catholic tradition: a Franciscan sister appears after death, describing her suffering in purgatory and leaving behind a burned handprint on a convent door. Her message is clear and sobering.What does the Catholic Church teach about purgatory? Why must even forgiven sins still be
The King Refused to Escape… Then Surrendered
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we reflect on the life of St. Louis IX, Catholic king and saint, and his extraordinary witness to Christian virtue.During the Crusades, he faced defeat, illness, and captivity—and was given the chance to escape.He refused.Instead, he chose to remain with his men, accepting chains until they could be freed.This story from Catholic tradition reveals what true virtue
Fasting vs Abstinence: What’s the Difference? (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailAre you fasting the right way?In this conversation with Fr. Cristino, we unpack the difference between fasting and abstinence—and why many Catholics misunderstand it, especially during Lent.Fasting isn’t just about giving something up—it has a specific meaning in the life of the Church.In this episode, we explore what Catholic fasting really is, how it differs from abstinence, and
Eucharistic Miracle: The Room No One Could Enter
Send us Fan MailA priest forgot the Blessed Sacrament… and what followed stunned everyone.In this episode, we share a powerful Eucharistic miracle preserved in Catholic tradition—a moment that reveals the reality of Christ’s presence in the Eucharist and the reverence it demands.As we continue through Lent, this story invites us to reflect more deeply on what we believe about the Real Presence. Do
A Dead Man’s Warning: “There Is a Hell”
Send us Fan MailA man dies. And hours later… he returns.What follows is one of the most chilling accounts preserved within Catholic tradition—recorded by Mgr. de Ségur and passed on as a warning about the reality of hell, judgment, and the eternal consequences of our choices.In this episode, we reflect on a story that confronts the soul and calls us to take seriously what the Church teaches about
Buried Alive… One Last Chance to Repent
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ken and Janelle share a striking story from Catholic tradition about a woman who publicly mocked the truths of the faith—until she was confronted by the grave.After being declared dead and buried, something unexpected happened the following day that left witnesses stunned. What followed became a powerful reminder about repentance, the reality of death, and the urge
The Poisoned Cup of St. Benedict
Send us Fan MailCatholic story from the life of St. Benedict and a famous moment from early Christian monastic history.In this Lent Daily episode we share a striking story from Catholic tradition. During a meal, a cup is placed before St. Benedict — and a simple blessing reveals something no one in the room expected.This moment from the life of St. Benedict reminds us that faithfulness to God does
Lent: The Lie That Makes You Quit (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailIn this Lenten conversation, we explore why so many people begin Lent with good intentions but end up giving up their penances, fasting, or spiritual commitments along the way.Why does this happen so often? And what spiritual lie might be behind that discouragement?In this episode we talk about the real purpose of Catholic self-denial, the meaning of penance, and why the Church cal
The Devil’s Contract — St. Basil Confronts a Demonic Claim
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we share a striking story from Catholic tradition connected to St. Basil the Great, bishop of Caesarea and one of the great Doctors of the Church.A servant desperate to marry his master's daughter turns to an enchanter and writes a pact renouncing Christ and his baptism. But when the truth comes to light, the man seeks help from St. Basil, believing the writte
Confession and Hidden Sin: The Monk Who Fooled Everyone
Send us Fan MailIn this Lent Daily reflection, Ken and Janelle share a sobering story from Catholic tradition about confession, hidden sin, and the danger of deceiving ourselves.A monk known for his holiness dies and is buried by his brothers in the monastery. But soon after his burial, something happens that shocks the entire community and reveals a hidden truth about the soul.This powerful story
One Look at Her and the Bishop Collapsed
Send us Fan MailIn this Catholic Lent reflection, we share a powerful story from Catholic tradition about conversion, repentance, and the surprising ways God calls a soul back to Him. This Lenten meditation from early Christian history tells how a bishop, after seeing a woman celebrated for her beauty and wealth, suddenly collapsed to the ground in repentance before God.Support the showSupport thi
An 18 Year Old Queen Silenced 50 Philosophers
Send us Fan MailIn the early fourth century, during a time when Christians still faced persecution under Roman authority, a young queen named Catherine stood before the rulers of Alexandria and refused to worship the pagan gods of the empire. When Roman authorities summoned fifty of their greatest philosophers to defeat her in debate, they expected the young Christian woman to be humiliated.Instea
An Angel Appeared in Her Prison Cell — It Was the Devil
Send us Fan MailAn angel appeared in her prison cell… offering freedom. But St. Juliana of Nicomedia, a Catholic martyr of the early Church, recognized the deception: the visitor was not an angel at all—it was the devil.This powerful Catholic saint story from ancient Christian tradition reveals a dramatic moment of spiritual warfare during the persecutions of the early Church.Support the showSuppo
He Laughed at Hell — Then Spoke From It
Send us Fan MailTwo Russian generals mocked the Catholic teaching on Hell and made a pact: whichever died first would return and reveal the truth about the afterlife.One of them kept his word.In this episode, we explore a powerful story from Catholic tradition that confronts the reality of Hell, final judgment, and the urgency of repentance. Drawing from Scripture and the writings of St. Alphonsus
“I Am Eternally Damned”: A Catholic Warning About Despair
Send us Fan MailA condemned man refused the Sacrament of Confession before his execution. Thirty days after death, he returned with a terrifying declaration: “I am eternally damned.”In this episode, we examine a sobering account preserved in Catholic tradition that confronts the reality of hell, the danger of despair, and the urgency of repentance before death.What is the sin of despair? Can a per
She Raised the Dead — Rome Still Killed Her
Send us Fan MailThis Catholic Lenten reflection explores the true story of St. Agnes, a 13-year-old virgin martyr and early Christian saint of the Catholic Church during the Roman persecution of Christians under the Roman Empire. Her miracle, martyrdom, and total consecration to Jesus Christ remain a powerful witness to Catholic faith, repentance, conversion, purity, and holiness during Lent.Suppo
The Humiliation Cure — Why the Devil Fears Your Confession (Fr Cristino)
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The Devil's Contract — How Mary Burned a Blood Deal
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a man signs away his soul in blood? In Episode 6 of our Lent Daily series, we explore one of the most terrifying yet hopeful miracles in Church history: The miraculous fall and rise of Saint Theophilus the Penitent.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
The Hail Mary That Saved Him from Hell
Send us Fan MailIn this Lenten reflection, we share a powerful Catholic story of repentance, mortal sin, and Marian mercy.One night, a young man was shown hell. His companion was damned — but through a few Hail Marys to the Blessed Virgin Mary, he was spared. That moment of mercy led to total conversion… and eventually to martyrdom by fire for Jesus Christ.This episode explores the power of the Ha
The Holy Cross Turned Her Away (St Mary of Egypt)
Send us Fan MailLent calls us to the Holy Cross — but can mortal sin block our return?St. Mary of Egypt’s dramatic conversion reveals how repentance restores us to grace and opens the way back to Holy Communion.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
St. Lucy Defied Rome for the Eucharist
Send us Fan MailSt. Lucy of Syracuse lived in 3rd-century Sicily during the Roman persecutions of Christians. When ordered to sacrifice to pagan gods, she refused. Ancient Christian tradition recounts that soldiers attempted to drag her away, yet she stood unmoved. Her body could be bound, but her will remained free.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenan
Jesus Entered the Desert — Will You This Lent? (Fr. Cristino)
Send us Fan MailThis video explains the purpose of Lent in the Catholic Church, including Catholic teaching on the 40 days in the desert, Lent fasting rules, abstinence from meat, prayer during Lent, penance, and preparation for Easter.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
The Devil Came Before His Execution
Send us Fan MailThis Catholic Lent reflection shares a powerful true story of a condemned prisoner who faced the Devil on the night before his execution. In this 1700s Catholic account, Satan demands that he renounce Jesus Christ, the Sacraments, and the Virgin Mary — in exchange for his life.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Ash Wednesday Warning “I Am in Hell!” – A True Story
Send us Fan MailAsh Wednesday begins the Catholic season of Lent — a time when the Church calls us to remember death, judgment, and eternity. In this true Catholic account from Naples in 1707, St. Francis of Jerome warns a woman who mocked the reality of hell. Eight days later, the warning was fulfilled.This sobering episode reminds us of the Four Last Things: death, judgment, heaven, and hell — e
Lourdes: What Heaven Asked For (Ken and Janelle)
Send us Fan MailHappy Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes.Did you know Pope Pius XII was the only pope to write an encyclical on a Marian apparition — and on what Heaven asked for at Lourdes?Today, we (Ken & Janelle) walk through some of the key points.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Purity Struggles? Angelic Warfare (Fr Penna)
Send us Fan MailThis is the second conversation with Fr Penna on this topic. Angelic Warfare Confraternity, a powerful devotion rooted in the theology of St. Thomas Aquinas and entrusted to the care of the Blessed Virgin Mary.These prayers address every dimension of the human person—not only external behavior, but the senses, imagination, memory, intellect, will, and conscience. They show why the
Lust Is a Spiritual War: The Angelic Warfare Confraternity (Fr Penna)
Send us Fan MailThe struggle for purity is not new — but the world our children, families, and communities are facing today is unlike anything before it.In our latest video, we sit down with Fr. Penna to discuss a powerful and largely forgotten Catholic devotion: the Angelic Warfare Confraternity — a prayerful response the Church has relied on for centuries in the battle for purity of heart.This c
Do Land Acknowledgements Go Too Far? Fr Cristino Priest Responds
Send us Fan MailDo land acknowledgements go too far in Catholic churches and Catholic prayer settings?In this video, Fr. Cristino — a Catholic priest with Indigenous heritage — offers a clear Catholic response to land acknowledgements, reconciliation, and prayer in Canada.Land acknowledgements are now common across Canada — in schools, public events, and increasingly in Catholic settings. Many Cat
Public Prayer Ban in Canada? Fr Cristino Explains What’s at Stake
Send us Fan MailIs Canada on the verge of banning public prayer? A Catholic priest explains what’s at stake for religious freedom, faith, and culture.As Quebec moves toward legislation restricting public prayer, Catholics are asking a serious question: can prayer be pushed out of public life?A proposed bill in Quebec would ban public prayer in streets, parks, and other public spaces. In this in-de
Christmas Eve Message: The Lord Will Come and Save Us
Send us Fan MailChristmas Eve Catholic message of hope and gratitude. On this holy night, the Yasinski family shares a heartfelt Christmas blessing and thanks you for journeying with us through Advent as we await the coming of Christ.Merry Christmas from the Yasinski family to all of you who have journeyed with us this Advent. We are deeply grateful for your prayers, your time, and your support. B
Why Mary Keeps Appearing
Send us Fan MailWhy does the Blessed Virgin Mary keep appearing — across centuries, cultures, and continents?From Fatima and Lourdes to Akita, Kibeho, Aokpe, and Champion, Heaven repeats the same call again and again.In this episode of Catholic Minute, Ken and Janelle explore why Mary appears in times of crisis — and what Heaven is asking of us today.Support the showSupport this show and get all f
Fatima: The Miracle of the Sun Was a Warning
Send us Fan MailMore than 70,000 people witnessed the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima — but Heaven was not putting on a spectacle.According to Sister Lucia, Fatima was a warning: a call to repentance, conversion, and prayer meant for the world today.On October 13, 1917, believers, skeptics, journalists, and government officials gathered at Cova da Iria in Portugal. In pouring rain, they witnessed the
The O Antiphons Explained: The Church’s Hidden Countdown to Christmas (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailThe O Antiphons Explained — the Church’s hidden Advent countdown to Christmas that most Catholics have never been taught.From December 17–23, the Church secretly proclaims a message in the liturgy that points to the coming of Christ — and it’s hidden in plain sight.For the final days of Advent, the Church shifts the entire focus of the liturgy toward the imminent arrival of Jesus C
Fatima Before the Miracle of the Sun: The Angel of Peace and the Eucharist
Send us Fan MailBefore the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima, the Angel of Peace appeared and gave the Holy Eucharist to three shepherd children — a hidden chapter of the Fatima apparitions most Catholics have never heard.Long before October 1917, heaven prepared the world through Eucharistic adoration, sacrifice, and reparation — revealing why Fatima is ultimately about conversion, not spectacle.Most
Our Lady of Kibeho: The Approved Marian Apparition That Warned of Genocide
Send us Fan MailOur Lady of Kibeho is the only Vatican-approved Marian apparition in Africa — and her message included a prophetic warning of genocide. Years before the 1994 Rwanda genocide, the Virgin Mary appeared to three schoolgirls, calling the world to repentance, prayer, and conversion before unimaginable violence would unfold.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by
Our Lady of Aokpe: Mediatrix of All Graces and the Eucharistic Sign
Send us Fan MailThe Marian title Mediatrix of All Graces is at the heart of the reported apparitions of Our Lady of Aokpe in Nigeria—one of the most little-known Catholic events of the modern era.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
The Fire Stopped at the Fence Line — Our Lady of Champion, America’s Only Approved Apparition
Send us Fan MailDuring the deadliest wildfire in American history, a wall of fire swept across Wisconsin — but stopped at the fence line of the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. This is the true story of Our Lady of Champion, the only approved Marian apparition in the United States.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Winter Roses Filled His Tilma… Then the Image Appeared (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailOur Lady of Guadalupe and the miraculous tilma. Winter roses in December, a humble cloak, and the image that appeared by the hand of God.This is the moment that changed history and transformed the faith of an entire continent.In this Advent episode, Father Cristino shares the true story behind the Tilma miracle: the roses gathered on Tepeyac Hill, the sign given to the bishop, and
The Children Froze in Place… Then Our Lady of Revelation Appeared
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode of Advent Daily, we revisit the miraculous events at Tre Fontane, where three children witnessed the Virgin Mary in a burst of supernatural light. Their father—bitter toward the Church and lost in spiritual darkness—never expected that this apparition would ignite one of the most dramatic Catholic conversions ever recorded.As the children knelt in awe, the Lady i
Akita Miracle: The Tumor That Vanished Overnight Through Our Lady’s Intercession
Send us Fan MailToday’s episode tells the astonishing true story of Teresa Chong, a mother of four in Seoul who fell into a coma with an aggressive, inoperable brain tumor. Doctors said there was no chance of recovery. Her family prepared for her death.Then a simple photograph of the weeping statue of Akita was placed beneath her pillow… and Heaven moved.Support the showSupport this show and get a
Akita: Our Lady’s Urgent Warning to the Catholic Church
Send us Fan MailOur Lady of Akita: Verified Miracle, Marian Warning, Catholic MessageIn the 1970s, at a convent in Akita, Japan, a wooden statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary began to weep human tears. Scientific testing confirmed the fluids were human tears, human sweat, and human blood. Across multiple years, the statue cried 101 times, witnessed by sisters, clergy, medical professionals, and inves
1,000 Hail Marys… Then Mary Spoke to Her
Send us Fan MailA young Catholic nun prays 1,000 Hail Marys a day for nine straight days, preparing for the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Then, during this Advent devotion, the Blessed Mother appears and speaks a message that transforms her soul. Today we explore this remarkable Marian encounter and the exact words Mary gave to her.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episode
Advent’s Hidden Meaning: The Two Comings of Christ Most Catholics Forget (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailMost Catholics think Advent is only about preparing for Christmas, but the Church teaches something far deeper. Advent has a hidden meaning rooted in the two Comings of Christ: His birth in Bethlehem and His return in glory at the end of time.This episode with Fr. Cristino explains the forgotten meaning of Advent and why the Church begins this season with readings about judgment, v
When Mary Saved a Soul
Send us Fan MailTHE INCREDIBLE CATHOLIC MIRACLE OF CLAUDE NEWMANThis is one of the most powerful Marian conversion stories in modern Catholic history — a miracle connected to the Miraculous Medal, Our Lady’s intercession, and the grace of Holy Mother Church.In 1944, a young prisoner named Claude Newman — with no Christian upbringing and no understanding of the Catholic faith — encounters a mysteri
The Marian Apparition Catherine Labouré Never Revealed
Send us Fan MailCatherine Labouré received a Marian apparition the Church approved — but she never revealed her identity. This video explores The Marian Apparition Catherine Labouré Never Revealed: the Miraculous Medal, Mary’s message, and the symbols Heaven entrusted to her.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
A Nun Ran at Lourdes — My Great Uncle the Priest Saw It Happen
Send us Fan MailA nun paralyzed by multiple sclerosis suddenly ran at Lourdes — and my great-uncle, a Catholic priest, witnessed the entire miracle. This is the forgotten Lourdes healing that every Catholic should know.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Lourdes: Mary’s Warning for This Advent
Send us Fan MailMary’s warning at Lourdes wasn’t only for 1858 — it’s for us right now, in a world distracted, divided, and starving for grace.This Advent, we return to the grotto to hear what Heaven asked… and why the message still matters.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Advent Begins With a Miracle: Mary Returned a Man’s Amputated Leg
Send us Fan MailAn amputated leg… restored overnight. On this first day of Advent, we begin with one of the most medically documented miracles in Catholic history—and the Marian apparition tradition connected to it.If you’re starting Advent seeking hope, healing, or renewed faith, this miracle sets the tone for the entire season.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by emai
Mary’s Apparitions This Advent: A Daily Message From Heaven (Ken & Janelle)
Send us Fan MailWant to hear Heaven’s message through Mary’s apparitions this Advent?Advent begins this Sunday, and we’re very excited to share what we’ve prepared for this year’s journey.This year’s Advent Daily Series is called Heaven Speaks — and each day we’ll explore a different approved apparition of Mary, her message, and how we can apply it to our own lives as we prepare our hearts for Jes
Ad Orientem: The Ancient Posture We’ve Forgotten (Fr Dan: Ep 6)
Send us Fan MailMost Catholics have never experienced the ancient posture of the Mass—ad orientem—where priest and people face the Lord together, and many don’t even know why it mattered for nearly 2,000 years. In this episode of Ad Orientem: The Ancient Posture We’ve Forgotten, we look at what the Church and Vatican II actually teach about Mass orientation, “full and active participation,” and ho
If God Forgives Everything… Why Still Purgatory? (Ken and Janelle)
Send us Fan MailIf God forgives all our sins, why does Purgatory still exist? Many Catholics struggle with this question, and today we unpack what the Church actually teaches about forgiveness, purification, and God’s perfect love.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Ad Orientem Unveiled: What Vatican II Really Taught (Fr Dan: Ep 5)
Send us Fan MailDid Vatican II require the priest to face the people? Short answer: no.In this episode, we unpack *ad orientem*—what it is, what the Roman Missal actually says, and why the Church’s worship faces the Lord.— EPISODE SUMMARY —Fr. Dan and Ken walk through the Church’s teaching and practice on Mass orientation. We clarify common misconceptions about Vatican II, explain the idea of “lit
Pope Leo’s First 6 Months: Concern or Reason for Hope? (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailMany Catholics are watching Pope Leo closely — some with hope, others with concern. What kind of shepherd will he be for the Church? In this candid conversation, Fr. Cristino Bouvette joins Ken Yasinski to reflect on Pope Leo’s first six months as successor of St. Peter — his tone, gestures, and early decisions — and what they reveal about the direction of the Church today. Suppo
The Sacred Reason Why Latin Still Belongs in the Mass (Fr Dan: Ep 4)
Send us Fan MailWhy does the Catholic Church still use Latin in the Mass? Discover the sacred reason this ancient language continues to unite, elevate, and sanctify our worship.In this episode, Fr. Dan Yasinski and Ken Yasinski uncover the sacred reason Latin still belongs in the Catholic Mass—and how this ancient language continues to draw souls deeper into the mystery of God. Support the showSup
How Worship Built Civilization — and What’s Replacing It (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailFor centuries, worship shaped the world we live in — from art and architecture to culture itself. But what happens when we stop worshipping God and start worshipping ourselves?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Vatican II and Latin: What We Forgot About the Mass (Fr Dan: Ep 3)
Send us Fan MailMany Catholics assume Vatican II got rid of Latin in the Catholic Mass — but that’s not what the Council taught.In this episode, Fr. Dan Yasinski and Ken Yasinski explore the Catholic Church’s true teaching on Latin, the Mass, and the Sacred Liturgy.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Reclaiming Halloween: What Catholics Forgot (Fr Cristino)
Send us Fan MailIs Halloween something Catholics should avoid — or something we should reclaim? 🎃In this episode, Fr. Cristino and Ken unpack the Catholic origins of Halloween — “All Hallows’ Eve” — and explain how this ancient vigil of All Saints’ Day can still be celebrated with joy, faith, and reverence.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.c
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