Becoming Gold Catholic Marriage Podcast

Gold shines because of what it's gone through to be purified and this is where you can hear about all of it: the refining fire, the resulting beauty, and the grace received to notice God at work in the midst of it all. Listen in as married couples retell their love story, reveal their own journey of refinement, and share personal relationship advice for others navigating the fire and beauty of marriage, too.

44: What Our Wedding Photos Mean to Us Now 05/03/2023

44: What Our Wedding Photos Mean to Us Now Your wedding day goes by in the blink of an eye. After the cake's eaten and your guests go home, the only things you really have to remember the first day of your marriage are the memories of the day and the photos to back them up. Join us on a walk down memory lane where Kathleen and I talk about what it was like getting our photos soon after our wedding days, how the photos have helped our marriages, and what they mean to us now years later. This is an especially great listen if you're looking for a wedding photographer as we talk about the importance of having someone you trust to capture this important day. And if you're already married, we hope this episode encourages you to go through your wedding photos with your spouse and reminisce about the day your new family began. ABOUT LAURA-ANNE I'm a Catholic wedding photographer who loves to encourage couples through the short season of engagement. Sit with me over a hot French Press (before noon, at least) and I'll talk your ear off about the book I'm currently flying through and all the dogs I saw in the neighbourhood today. My husband, Brandon, and I live in Langley, BC, Canada. Hang out with me online: Instagram: Website: ABOUT KATHLEEN Kathleen and her husband Jesse are Catholic musicians and worship leaders for their band, Found Together. They host The Catholic Date Night, an online community of married and engaged couples who want to level up their marriage vocation through intentional, meaningful, and fun monthly date nights. Kathleen and Jesse currently live in Brantford, Ontario with their three small children. Hang out with her online: Instagram: Website: This episode is brought to you by The Catholic Date Night. Listeners of the show can use the code GOLDENDATE for a one-month free trial. If you liked this episode, please share it and tag us on Instagram! And please leave a rating & review so more people can discover the show. /episode/index/show/becominggold/id/26729760

43: What Makes a Good Date? 04/19/2023

42: Cultivating Friendship with Your Spouse 03/22/2023

41: When You're the First Ones Married with Jason & Laura Smith 03/15/2023

40: 7 Things We'd Tell Our 22-Year-Old Selves About Relationships 03/08/2023

40: 7 Things We'd Tell Our 22-Year-Old Selves About Relationships Kathleen and I became friends in our early twenties and saw each other go THROUGH IT with dating relationships, y’all. With a decade in between our meeting and now, it seemed fitting to look back and reflect on what we’ve learned about relationships and how we’d share those lessons with our 22-year-old selves. And if you hear a baby while you listen that’s just our tiny third host of the show, Mary ♥️ This episode is brought to you by The Catholic Date Night. Find out more at Listeners of the show can use the code GOLDENDATE for a one-month free trial. RESOURCES MENTIONED by Dr Bob Schuchts from Jake Khym & Dr Bob Schuchts ABOUT LAURA-ANNE I'm a wedding photographer, wife, and guide for Catholic brides navigating how to prepare for marriage while planning a wedding. Sit with me over a hot French Press (before noon, at least) and I'll talk your ear off about the book I'm currently flying through and all the dogs I saw in the neighbourhood today. I'm at my best people-watching behind the camera or snuggled into the corner of a comfy couch for a heart-to-heart. I love telling stories of people like you trying to change the world and hearing about all the details that go into living a life made for greatness. Hang out with me online: Instagram: Website: ABOUT KATHLEEN Kathleen and her husband Jesse are Catholic musicians and worship leaders for their band, Found Together. They host The Catholic Date Night, an online community of married and engaged couples who want to level up their marriage vocation through intentional, meaningful, and fun monthly date nights. Kathleen and Jesse currently live in Brantford, Ontario with their three small children. Hang out with her online: Instagram: Website: If you liked this episode, share it with a friend and tag us on Instagram! And please leave a rating & review to help more people discover the show. /episode/index/show/becominggold/id/26161860

39: Through the Highs & Lows — 33 Years of Marriage! with Marnie & Glenn Wynans 03/01/2023

39: Through the Highs & Lows — 33 Years of Marriage! with Marnie & Glenn Wynans Marnie & Glenn Wynans share the story of their 33-year-long marriage, a relationship tested through fire after being thrown into the depths of their vows right away. From a wedding day they wanted to redo, to living in a tiny trailer as newlyweds, to learning what it meant to rely on God wholeheartedly, these two have been through the highs and lows of life together. Marnie & Glenn talk about what it was like walking through multiple miscarriages, the longing to fill their home with children for years, and how that experience made them realize how much of a gift each of their children truly was when they came along. Their married life has been tried to the limit and they’ve come out the other side stronger together. They’ll be the first to tell you they haven’t done everything perfectly, but their humility and willingness to grow together, even after all these years, is a beautiful example of married love. This episode is brought to you by Find out more at Use code BECOMINGGOLD for 15% off The Catholic Wedding Program Template at checkout. ABOUT LAURA-ANNE I'm a wedding photographer, wife, and guide for Catholic couples navigating how to prepare for marriage while planning a wedding. Sit with me over a hot French Press (before noon, at least) and I'll talk your ear off about the book I'm currently flying through and all the dogs I saw in the neighbourhood today. I'm at my best people-watching behind the camera or snuggled into the corner of a comfy couch for a heart-to-heart. I love telling stories of people like you trying to change the world and hearing about all the details that go into living a life made for greatness. Hang out with me online: Instagram: Website: If you liked this episode, please share it and tag me on Instagram! And please leave a rating & review so more people can discover the show. /episode/index/show/becominggold/id/26089569

38: Growing in Faith with Your Spouse 02/22/2023

38: Growing in Faith with Your Spouse I’m joined by Kathleen LeBlanc from The Catholic Date Night to chat through the ever-changing and ongoing adventure of growing in faith with your spouse. It’s easy to pigeonhole spiritual growth into one area, but the journey to heaven involves every part of ourselves integrating and becoming whole. We share our experiences focusing on our own path to holiness, how we’re living that out in each of our marriages, as well as how we encourage our spouses in their relationships with Christ and are inspired by their unique stories, too. ABOUT LAURA-ANNE I'm a wedding photographer, wife, and guide for Catholic brides navigating how to prepare for marriage while planning a wedding. Sit with me over a hot French Press (before noon, at least) and I'll talk your ear off about the book I'm currently flying through and all the dogs I saw in the neighbourhood today. I'm at my best people-watching behind the camera or snuggled into the corner of a comfy couch for a heart-to-heart. I love telling stories of people like you trying to change the world and hearing about all the details that go into living a life made for greatness. Hang out with me online: Instagram: Website: ABOUT KATHLEEN Kathleen and her husband Jesse are Catholic musicians and worship leaders for their band, Found Together. They host The Catholic Date Night, an online community of married and engaged couples who want to level up their marriage vocation through intentional, meaningful, and fun monthly date nights. Kathleen and Jesse currently live in Brantford, Ontario with their three small children. Hang out with her online: Instagram: Website: This episode is brought to you by The Catholic Date Night. Find out more at Listeners of the show can use the code GOLDENDATE for a one-month free trial. If you liked this episode, please share it and tag us on Instagram! And please leave a rating & review so more people can discover the show. /episode/index/show/becominggold/id/26006865