Episode 232 - Little Joey Goes to Mass with Estelle Nester
Release Date: 06/12/2025
Integrity Restored Podcast
Jim O'Day interviews Brandon Otto about his newly translated book and the teachings of St. Claude de la Colombière. They explore themes of faith, virtue, and overcoming modern temptations like social media and pornography. Wanting to be popular is vainglory Lack of self-control is a weakness God's mercy is the path to sainthood
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In a world where many feel defeated by their struggles with sin, especially pornography, it can be challenging to maintain hope. Fr. Edward Looney, a pastor and Marian theologian, shares his profound insights on the importance of conversion and the role of prayer and confession in overcoming these battles. 1.Conversion is a process, not a one-time event 2. Confession is a great gift and a reset for the soul 3. Praying for purity and entrustment to Mary helps in spiritual growth
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In this inspiring interview, Charlotte Foudy shares her journey to writing , emphasizing the importance of perseverance, understanding virtues, and approaching Confession with love and vulnerability. Discover how God's grace and the Sacrament of Reconciliation can transform lives and foster deeper spiritual growth. 1. Start where you are and keep going 2. God gives us the grace to overcome our sins 3. The greater the sinner, the greater God’s mercy
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Board Certified Christian Counselor Jordan Castille joins Jim O’Day for an insightful interview as he shares his childhood struggles with emotion and bullying to overcoming pornography and sexual addiction. He discusses effective recovery strategies, the importance of vulnerability, and how faith plays a crucial role in healing relationships affected by betrayal trauma. Pornography causes same sex attraction to skyrocket Understanding who you are to God sets you free True intimacy starts at the kitchen table
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In this inspiring conversation, Jim O'Day and Devin Schadt, Executive Director of the Fathers of St. Joseph, explore the virtues and vices that shape our spiritual lives. They discuss how small daily habits, faith, and understanding God's plan can lead to profound personal transformation and greater virtue. Virtue is power in the middle Visualize who you are called to be Set your purpose and target in life
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In this insightful interview, Jim O’Day is joined by Fr. Ken Schmidt to discuss his innovative book on addiction and prayer, the impact of betrayal trauma, and the importance of understanding childhood-rooted trauma. Fr. Schmidt also shares practical tools for recovery, including a unique prayer book that uses 12-step vocabulary, and highlights programs for trauma healing within the Church community. Making prayer more personal helps foster healing Healing often takes more than three years We are beloved children of a caring God
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In this powerful episode, Jim O'Day and Catholic author, professor, and exorcist assistant, Dr. Dan Schneider, discuss generational sin, its spiritual and psychological implications, and how it influences pornography addiction. Dr. Schneider also shares practical and spiritual strategies, including the Liber Christo Method, to break familial curses and foster healing through his new book release, Generational curse is inherited, not generated Defeating demons brings glory to God You may be the one to break a family curse
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In this episode, Jim O’Day and Catholic entrepreneur and author Joseph Valentic discuss the call to sainthood and the key steps we must take amid our daily struggles. They explore Joseph’s two books: and . Spiritual leadership and growth are not linear, but forged through trials Faith must be integrated into every area of life—even those that seem unrelated Living our faith to the fullest, both professionally and personally, means incorporating it all times
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In this episode, Jim O'Day and Mary O’Regan explore Padre Pio's wisdom for overcoming sin, especially pornography, and how his spiritual guidance can help us in our struggles today. They discuss Pio's miraculous gifts, his advice on avoiding near occasions of sin, and how we can invite his spiritual fatherhood into our lives through Mary’s latest book, . 1. According to Padre Pio, the eyes are the organs that most often lead us into sin 2. Praying the Rosary and frequent confession are powerful tools against sin 3. Padre Pio can help you find community and...
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In this episode, Jim O'Day and Patti Armstrong reflect on the life of Servant of God Michelle Duppong—a modern saint in the making. Discover how faith, surrender, and love can transform our lives and how we can emulate Michelle's example in our own struggles. Patti also shares her inspiring journey from secular writer to Catholic author. Practice the art of surrender and trust in God Ask yourself, how can I want what Jesus wants? Tell Jesus everything—all the time—because He wants to hear from you
info_outlineEstelle Nester, author of Little Joey Goes to Mass and Faith Like a Child joins Jim on this week’s podcast. They discuss how helping our kids know the faith can help them navigate tough times and current issues while also helping us know our faith.
- We need to see the faith through a child's curious eyes
- Knowing and believing you are a loved child of God is a great comfort in times of struggle
- Good times and bad times viewed through the lens of faith, brings hope