Rosary Army Catholic Podcast
(Formerly Adventures in Imperfect Living) - From Rosary Army to The Catholics Next Door to Adventures in Imperfect Living, Rosary Army co-founders Greg and Jennifer Willits have been pioneers in Catholic podcasts since 2005. Funny, inspiring, and thought-provoking, they share their efforts to deepen their Catholic faith, raise a family, and live out Rosary Army's motto to Make Them. Pray Them. Give Them Away.
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RA #935: Brain Games
09/03/2025
RA #935: Brain Games
Jennifer is hooked on brain games and puzzles, a dive into Acts chapter 3, navigating pop culture, another stranger yells at Greg, and the search for lighthearted (and clean) entertainment. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • Video Version of This Episode - There ain't one for this episode! 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #934: Greg and Jennifer's Audio Video Club
08/18/2025
RA #934: Greg and Jennifer's Audio Video Club
Still trying to figure out podcasting after 20 years, choosing what goes on video and what's just audio, exciting update on Greg's book (the date has been moved up!), and why working in a school has been good for Jennifer. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • Video Version of This Episode - There ain't one for this episode! 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #933: Why "Offer it Up" Still Matters
08/06/2025
RA #933: Why "Offer it Up" Still Matters
You’ve heard it a thousand times: “Offer it up.” But maybe that phrase doesn't mean what you think it means. In this episode, Greg and Jennifer dig into this often-dismissed Catholic phrase and how rediscovering its true meaning can radically transform how you approach suffering, prayer, and even the Offertory at Mass. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS 00:00 – Intro: “Offer It Up” — What Does It Really Mean? 01:12 – Revisiting de Montfort and the Heart of the Offertory 02:04 – Why the Devil Wants You to Ignore This Phrase 04:08 – The Offertory Is More Than Money 05:22 – Offering Your Sufferings at Mass 07:44 – What We Miss When We Don’t Offer Everything 10:24 – What’s Spiritually Happening During the Offertory 13:53 – Embracing God’s Will in Every Loss 16:35 – Tithing, Trust, and God’s Radical Generosity 27:28 – Final Takeaway: Give God Everything — He’ll Give Back More
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RA #932: Life After Midlife is Not What We Expected.
07/08/2025
RA #932: Life After Midlife is Not What We Expected.
After decades of raising kids, building routines, and chasing goals, why don't we feel further along? In this episode, we discuss candidly what it’s like navigating life in our 50s: becoming first-time grandparents, reevaluating what “productivity” means, coping with physical and spiritual changes, and finding ways to stay grounded in our marriage throughout it all. It’s not a midlife crisis, but it is a strange in-between season—where your old identity doesn’t fit, and your new one hasn’t fully formed. If you’ve ever asked, “Now what?”— Yeah. Us too. Listen to the audio, or . 🙏🏻 LINKS: • 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS 00:00 – A different episode 04:35 – New roles in life 09:15 – Is this a midlife crisis… or something else entirely? 11:00 – Marriage in our 50s: rediscovery and reconnection 20:05 – Menopause, hot flashes, and spiritual offerings 30:15 – Letting go of past identities and roles 38:40 – The struggle between stillness and productivity 46:05 – A different approach to Scripture Study 1:01:15 – Greg’s Top Secret Project Revealed #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #931: We Went to Kansas. It Brought Up a Lot.
05/25/2025
RA #931: We Went to Kansas. It Brought Up a Lot.
We reflect on our son’s graduation from Benedictine College, the emotions it stirred, and why this season feels like a spiritual turning point. We also discuss easy ways to follow Pope Leo XIV’s papacy and explore how God meets us despite our past and calls us forward — again and again. Plus: why it’s a great time to be Catholic. After our son’s graduation from Benedictine College, we found ourselves unexpectedly reflecting on regret, longing, and the paths we didn’t walk — and why that matters less than where God is leading us now. In this episode, we share: • Why Benedictine stirred up something deeper in us • The difference between envy, jealousy… and something else • How Pope Leo XIV’s early messages are already shaping Rosary Army • What to watch for in his weekly addresses and Regina Caeli reflections • Why now is a really good time to be Catholic — even when the future feels uncertain We also welcome all the new Rosary Army Soldiers who found us through CatholicTV, EWTN Radio, and Catholic Faith Network. We’re glad you’re here. 🙏🏻 LINKS:• • • • 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST:• • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY:• • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Kansas Trip and Benedictine Graduation 01:00 - Ben's Journey Through College 03:00 - Regret, Jealousy, and the Virtue We’re Missing 06:00 - Wanting the Prize Without the Pain 09:00 - Gratitude and Friendships at Benedictine 11:00 - Letting Go to Let God Lead 12:00 - Jesus in Our Past: Redeeming Regret 13:00 - Why We’re Following Pope Leo XIV’s Messages 20:00 - Building a New Wave of Evangelization 26:00 - Anxiety, the Holy Spirit, and Choosing Trust #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #930: Why We're Hopeful About Pope Leo XIV
05/14/2025
RA #930: Why We're Hopeful About Pope Leo XIV
White smoke sure rose faster than anyone expected (at least faster than we did)! In this episode, we share where we were when Pope Leo XIV was elected, what it felt like in that moment, and our first impressions of the new Holy Father. We talk about: • Greg’s emotional reaction to the white smoke • Jennifer’s experience watching the announcement from school • Why it took so long for Pope Leo to appear • His early remarks, precision in speech, and mention of St. Augustine • What it might mean for the Rosary, the New Evangelization, and our mission We also share what this moment has stirred up for us — including messages from Protestant friends and a surprising sense of renewed momentum. What are your thoughts so far on Pope Leo XIV? Were you watching when the white smoke appeared? 👇 Let us know in the comments. 📿 Support the mission: 🙏🏻 LINKS: • 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Habemus Papam! Our first reactions 01:22 – Where we were when the white smoke rose 05:11 – Greg’s emotional response to the announcement 08:11 – Why Pope Leo XIV took over an hour to appear 09:58 – First impressions: clarity, precision, and peace 13:45 – The call to the center: Christ above all politics 18:08 – Leo XIV’s surprising background and humility 20:51 – Mystery vs. spectacle: his view on Catholic media 22:00 – Hopes for the Rosary, consecration, and unity 25:35 – Our prayer for the Church and Pope Leo XIV #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #929: A Rosary-Loving Pope? What We’re Hoping For.
05/07/2025
RA #929: A Rosary-Loving Pope? What We’re Hoping For.
What kind of Pope does the Church need right now? In this episode of the Rosary Army Catholic Podcast, Greg and Jennifer reflect on the pontificates of St. John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI, and Pope Francis — and share what they’re hoping for in the next successor of Peter. From a renewed love of the Rosary, to a rekindling of the New Evangelization, to a bold embrace of the deep and timeless teachings of the Church, this conversation is both personal and hopeful. We’re not talking politics. We’re talking prayer, discernment, and trust in the Holy Spirit. And we’re asking the questions many Catholics are quietly wondering. 📿 Start praying the Rosary daily: 🕊️ Learn Total Consecration: 🎓 Free courses and formation: 🙏🏻 LINKS: • 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #928: Fulton Sheen, Marriage, and the Cross (and Cold Coffee)
04/02/2025
RA #928: Fulton Sheen, Marriage, and the Cross (and Cold Coffee)
Crosses in life are inevitable — in marriage, family life, ministry, and even our spiritual growth. How we carry them changes how heavy they are. Diving into Archbishop Fulton Sheen's Cries of Jesus from the Cross, we share what's been going on behind the scenes, including what we've been learning (and struggling with) along the way. Also: 🔹 Jennifer finishes her first-ever knitting project 🔹 A BIG SURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT! 🔹 How Fulton Sheen is shaping Greg’s prayer life 🔹 Why embracing suffering as a couple brings us closer to Jesus We don’t have everything figured out, but we’re walking through it with you. We’re glad you’re here. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • • by Fulton Sheen 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro + Jennifer’s Mission Accomplished 03:00 - Big Family News 06:00 - Crosses in Marriage and Ministry 09:00 - How Fulton Sheen’s Writings Are Impacting Us 15:00 - Spiritual Attacks and Carrying the Cross 22:00 - Righteous Anger vs. Imperfect Anger 26:00 - The Power of the Crucifix in Daily Life 27:45 - Final Thoughts + Rosary Army Stuff
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RA #927: Wait…That’s What Jesus Meant?
03/20/2025
RA #927: Wait…That’s What Jesus Meant?
We’ve heard the Beatitudes countless times at Mass or when reading the Bible, but how much do we actually understand them? In this episode, we wrap up our two-part discussion on Matthew 5 and what the Beatitudes really mean—and honestly, some of these hit harder than we expected. 🔹 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness…” Are we actually yearning for the right things? 🔹 “Blessed are the merciful…” But what about mercy for ourselves? 🔹 “Blessed are the peacemakers…” Does this mean avoiding conflict, or something more? If the Beatitudes have ever felt confusing, intimidating, or just out of reach, this episode is for you. When we started looking at them through a different lens, everything changed. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS 00:00 - Introduction: Jesus’ Hardest Teachings 02:15 - Hunger & Thirst for Righteousness: More Than Morality 07:48 - What Being Merciful Really Means 12:32 - The True Meaning of “Pure in Heart” 18:10 - Peacemakers: Are You One? 22:55 - The Cost of Following Christ: Why Persecution is a Blessing 29:40 - Why This Teaching is So Misunderstood #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #926: The Beatitudes Explained: What Jesus Really Meant (Catholic Perspective)
03/06/2025
RA #926: The Beatitudes Explained: What Jesus Really Meant (Catholic Perspective)
📖 Are the Beatitudes just a list of rules, or do they reveal something deeper? Many Catholics and Christians misunderstand these powerful words of Jesus in Matthew 5—especially what it means to be “poor in spirit,” to mourn, and to be meek. 📢 Unlock the hidden meaning of the Beatitudes—and how they can transform your faith today: ✅ “What ‘poor in spirit’ REALLY means in Matthew 5 (Hint: It’s NOT about being broke!)” ✅ “Why ‘Blessed are those who mourn’ is more than just grief—and how it strengthens your faith” ✅ “True meekness is a hidden superpower (Here’s why it’s NOT weakness)” 🙏🏻 LINKS: 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction: Are We Reading the Beatitudes Wrong? 02:38 - The Real Meaning of “Poor in Spirit” 07:32 - What It Means to Mourn (More Than Just Grief) 11:04 - Meekness Is NOT Weakness (The True Definition) 15:15 - How the Beatitudes Transform Your Faith 19:51 - Why These Teachings Challenge Our Modern Mindset 23:42 - Applying the Beatitudes in Daily Life 26:55 - Final Thoughts & Next Steps #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #925: The Catholic Secret That Changes Lives (Total Consecration Explained)
02/20/2025
RA #925: The Catholic Secret That Changes Lives (Total Consecration Explained)
💡 Want a deeper, more powerful Catholic prayer life? Discover Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary—an ancient devotion that has changed countless lives. Whether you’re a new Catholic or a lifelong believer, this practice will help you grow closer to Christ in ways you never imagined. Total Consecration isn’t just another devotion—it’s a life-changing commitment that has helped countless saints and faithful Catholics grow in holiness. In this episode, we break down what it is, how it works, and why it’s NOT as intimidating as it sounds. Plus, we’ll guide you step-by-step on how to begin your own consecration with free resources at School of Mary. ✅ Watch now to discover how Total Consecration can transform your faith—and why so many Catholics call it life-changing. Ready to start? Get our free step-by-step preparation guide at School of Mary! 🙏🏻 LINKS: • 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction: The Challenge 01:11 - What Is Total Consecration? (Quick Explanation) 02:38 - Why Do It? (And Why Some Hesitate) 04:49 - Should New Catholics Do This? 07:32 - How It Changes Your Faith Forever 11:04 - Total Consecration and the Eucharist 15:15 - The Struggle With Surrender 19:51 - The Only Self-Help That Actually Works 23:42 - Ready to Take the Next Step? 26:55 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action #TotalConsecration #CatholicPrayer #MarianConsecration #CatholicFaith #DeepenYourFaith #GrowCloserToJesus #HowToPray #CatholicConvert #SpiritualRenewal #RosaryArmy
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RA #924: Holy Leisure
02/05/2025
RA #924: Holy Leisure
Explore how engaging in creative activities like Holy Leisure lets you share in God’s creative power and deepen your faith. 🙏🏻 LINKS:• 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF:• • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST:• • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY:• • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS00:00 - Jennifer's Stress Test Results 1 7:30 - Introduction to Holy Leisure 18:57 - Knitting as Jennifer's Form of Holy Leisure 27:53 - Spiritual Reflections on Crafting 33:25 - Jennifer’s Personal Insights on Knitting 35:08 - Discussing the Deeper Impact of Creative Activities 37:23 - How Holy Leisure Connects Us to Divine Creativity 38:28 - The Role of Holy Leisure in Spiritual Life 38:46 - Wrap It Up, Baby. #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #923: Trusting God When You’re Running on Empty
01/22/2025
RA #923: Trusting God When You’re Running on Empty
What do the Wedding Feast at Cana and Romans 12 have in common? More than you might think. This week, we reflect on the gifts God gives us, how to discern and use them, and why trusting Him—especially when resources seem scarce—is key to a faithful life. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • • • 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • • 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • • 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS 00:00 - Good News and Bad News 00:25 - Reflections on Mass and the Latin Liturgy 02:23 - Importance of Silence and Focus in Prayer 04:39 - Readings: Romans 12 and Wedding Feast at Cana 06:33 - Rosary Army’s Mission and Total Consecration 11:23 - Gifts from God and Using Them 14:44 - Living in a State of Grace and Holiness 19:40 - Three Steps to Holiness 22:26 - Plans and Changes for Rosary Army in 2025 31:22 - Catholic TV Collaboration and Future Opportunities #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #922: Confession Confusion
01/07/2025
RA #922: Confession Confusion
Ever feel like something still lingers after confession, even when you know you’ve been forgiven? In this episode, Greg and Jennifer dive into the common struggle of reconciling God’s mercy with the need for purification. We wrestle with how grace, purgatory, and forgiveness play out in our lives—and even bring in a popcorn pot to help explain it. Join us for an honest conversation about faith, trust, and why the journey of forgiveness is often more complex than it seems. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • ➡️ Support Rosary Army: ➡️ Send Feedback: 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries - • School of Mary - • Audio Rosary - 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • SPOTIFY - • APPLE PODCASTS - 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • Rosary Army Mobile App - • Greg's serialized novel - http://gregwillits.substack.com 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: [email protected] 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS 0:00 - Introduction 0:31 - Finger Gestures and Podcast Challenges 0:56 - The Power of Concise Videos 2:17 - Balancing Long and Short-Form Content 3:19 - The Value of Deep Dives vs. Quick Hits 3:50 - Reflecting on the Giving Campaign 5:35 - Encouragement from Supporters 6:58 - Wrestling with Grace and Forgiveness 8:15 - Learning Through Life’s Struggles 9:09 - Cross-Country Moves and Family Impact 10:27 - Seeing God’s Tapestry in Life 11:00 - Burning Away Impurities 12:42 - Struggling with Penance and Transformation 16:13 - The Popcorn Pot Analogy 18:21 - Contrition and God's Grace 19:00 - Trusting the Process of Healing 19:37 - Giving Campaign Results and Gratitude 20:58 - Jennifer’s Health Update 23:33 - Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #921: How to Pray the Rosary without a Rosary
12/26/2024
RA #921: How to Pray the Rosary without a Rosary
We wrap up 2024 with a clear goal for the next year: a Rosary in every pocket so everyone is praying the Rosary every day. Plus, Jennifer shares a cool trick for how to pray the Rosary when you don't have a physical Rosary on hand. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • There's still time to make a tax-deductible donation to the 2025 Giving Campaign - • Video Version of This Episode - 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries - • School of Mary - • Audio Rosary - 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • SPOTIFY - • APPLE PODCASTS - 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • Rosary Army Mobile App - • Greg's serialized novel - 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #920: The Joyful Mysteries are your Life Template
12/10/2024
RA #920: The Joyful Mysteries are your Life Template
Discover how the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary can guide your Advent journey with this inspiring talk by Greg and Jennifer Willits. Recorded live in Colorado, this talk offers practical and spiritual insights into living Advent with faith, hope, and joy, using Mary’s example as our template for life. 📖 Explore how Mary’s “yes” can transform your daily life. 🙏 Learn to deepen your prayer life this Advent. 💡 Find inspiration for living out the Joyful Mysteries in practical ways. 🙏🏻 LINKS: • Video Version of This Episode - https://youtu.be/tOxm37qnn5I 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries - http://www.rosaryarmy.com • School of Mary - http://www.schoolofmary.com • Audio Rosary - 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TwAFJYGZjjvRzfL3f10PO • APPLE PODCASTS - 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • Rosary Army Mobile App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rosary-army/id1357336863 • Greg's serialized novel - http://gregwillits.substack.com 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: [email protected] 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #919: Joy in Waiting: How the Rosary Can Transform Advent
12/04/2024
RA #919: Joy in Waiting: How the Rosary Can Transform Advent
Are you ready to transform your Advent season? In this episode, Greg and Jennifer explore the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary and their connection to daily life. From being called by God to rediscovering Jesus in times of struggle, these stories and reflections will inspire you to live Advent with purpose and joy. ✨ Highlights: The true meaning of joy and how it differs from fleeting happiness. Stories of trust, preparation, and fulfillment inspired by the Joyful Mysteries. Why the Rosary is the perfect tool for deepening your Advent reflections. Watch the Episode (Video Version): https://youtu.be/3uUx3NqluwA 🙏🏻 LINKS: 💙 Learn how to make, pray, and give away rosaries: http://www.RosaryArmy.com 💙 Discover the life-changing Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary: SchoolOfMary.com 💙 Support Rosary Army's 2025 Giving Campaign: http://www.rosaryarmy.com/donate 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries - http://www.rosaryarmy.com • School of Mary - http://www.schoolofmary.com • Audio Rosary - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rosary-cast-the-gospel-as-a-meditation/id216763425 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TwAFJYGZjjvRzfL3f10PO • APPLE PODCASTS - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rosary-army-catholic-podcast/id306875633 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • Rosary Army Mobile App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rosary-army/id1357336863 • Greg's serialized novel - http://gregwillits.substack.com 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: [email protected] 🙏🏻 TIME STAMPS 0:00 - Introduction 0:36 - Rosary Army Mission 1:19 - Annual Giving Campaign 2:45 - Why Donate? 3:40 - Key Giving Message 5:00 - Advent by Candlelight Talk 9:02 - Storytelling and Authenticity 13:03 - The Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary 16:16 - The Annunciation and Trust 22:14 - Living the Mysteries 24:22 - Understanding Joy 29:28 - Joyful Anticipation 34:37 - Call to Action: Making Rosaries 36:11 - Total Consecration 37:18 - Impact of Rosary Army 38:19 - Closing Remarks
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RA #918: Health Scare Aftermath
11/20/2024
RA #918: Health Scare Aftermath
"What Would You Do if Your World Turned Upside Down in an Instant?" In another deeply personal episode, we share how Jennifer's sudden health scare brought us face-to-face with mortality—and how faith, prayer, and the Rosary carried us through. From grappling with the spiritual battle of fear to reflecting on Memento Mori (“remember you will die”), we uncover powerful lessons about detachment, God’s grace, and living with trust in His plan. This episode isn’t just about survival—it’s about the life-changing impact of faith during life’s most uncertain moments. Whether you’re Catholic, curious about the faith, or just looking for inspiration, you’ll find hope and encouragement here. 💬 Have a similar story? Share your thoughts in the comments! 🙏🏻 LINKS: • Video Version of This Episode - https://youtu.be/UERHfygbE1M • Marco's Timestamp Private Journal App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/timestamp-private-journal/id6670280848 🙏🏻 FREE STUFF: • Free All-Twine-Knotted Rosaries - http://www.rosaryarmy.com • School of Mary - http://www.schoolofmary.com • Audio Rosary - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rosary-cast-the-gospel-as-a-meditation/id216763425 🙏🏻 ROSARY ARMY CATHOLIC PODCAST: • SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TwAFJYGZjjvRzfL3f10PO • APPLE PODCASTS - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rosary-army-catholic-podcast/id306875633 🙏🏻 MORE FROM GREG AND JENNIFER/ROSARY ARMY: • Rosary Army Mobile App - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rosary-army/id1357336863 • Greg's serialized novel - http://gregwillits.substack.com 🙏🏻 CONTACT & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS: [email protected] 🙏🏻 VIDEO CONTENTS 0:00 - Intro 1:39 - New (Old) Show Name 6:40 - How Should We Number the Show? 9:08 - Feedback from Hospital Trip 9:34 - To Detach or Just Depend on Grace? 17:31 - Be Not Afraid 20:47 - Should She Get a Device for Her Heart? 23:45 - Aunt and Uncle? 24:14 - What's Your End-of-Life Plan? 40:04 - Are You Making It About You? 41:56 - More Hospital Feedback 44:36 - What Heart Monitor Do You Suggest? 48:18 - Dom Agrees with Greg 49:00 - And So Does Nurse Amy 52:22 - Deliverance Prayers and Anointing of the Sick 1:00:26 - Prayers Appreciated 1:03:34 - Timestamp Private Journal #rosary #catholic #podcast #catholicpodcast
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RA #529: I thought she had died.
11/07/2024
RA #529: I thought she had died.
A terrifying experience lands Rosary Army co-founder Jennifer Willits in the hospital. We share the ordeal and talk about hope. EPISODE 529 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧
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ADV #528: Memento Mori - Remember You Will Die
10/30/2024
ADV #528: Memento Mori - Remember You Will Die
🎥 Is it wrong to think about death? Knowing that we will one day die (Memento Mori), we talk about how we'd handle the death of a spouse. Plus, Jennifer attempts to finish a Rosary, and we discuss the differences in responsibilities in a marriage. EPISODE SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧
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ADV #527: Time to Quit?
10/14/2024
ADV #527: Time to Quit?
🎥 We continue exploring lessons learned during our summer sabbatical, including how to discern big decisions and getting better about waiting for God to take the lead. EPISODE SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧
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ADV #526: How we (sort of) Got Our Groove Back
10/07/2024
ADV #526: How we (sort of) Got Our Groove Back
*** *** After a three-month break filled with prayer, we’re back with renewed focus. From countless rosaries to reflections on aging (thanks, Tom Brady and Forrest Gump), we’re learning new ways to bring value. Big changes are coming: a renewed focus on parishes, a possible podcast name change, and shorter, mission-focused episodes. Join us as we rediscover the excitement of Rosary Army’s mission—"Make Them. Pray Them. Give Them Away." 🎓 Join School of Mary for Free - 🙏🏻 Free Rosary, Audio Rosaries, and more - 😄 Support Rosary Army - 🍎 Listen on Apple (and leave a review!) - 🔊 Listen on Spotify - 👀 Greg's serialized novel - ☎ Send audio and email feedback - #RosaryArmy #MakeThemPrayThemGiveThemAway #CatholicFaith #SpiritualGrowth #catholicpodcast
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Quick Podcast Update!
09/20/2024
Quick Podcast Update!
Hello everyone, Greg from Rosary Army and Adventures in Imperfect Living here. After a much-needed break, Jennifer and I are preparing to return to podcasting. We've already recorded our comeback episode, but I'm holding off on releasing it for a few weeks to build up a buffer of content. This break has been crucial for addressing several pressing issues and reassessing our production approach. We're making changes to our schedule and style to ensure long-term sustainability. While getting back into the routine has been challenging, we're committed to delivering content that meets your expectations. The past few months have been a time of discernment about how we can best serve Rosary Army and the future of this apostolate. We've been exploring how best to be good stewards of our mission. We'll share more about these reflections in our upcoming episodes. Thank you for your patience and continued support. We've received your messages, and I want to assure you that new shows are on the way. We're excited to reconnect with you all very soon. Please keep us in your prayers as we navigate this new chapter.
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ADV #525: See You Soon
06/10/2024
ADV #525: See You Soon
Unexpected Catechism Class Feedback, Unnecessary Divisions in the Catholic Church, and Why We’re Taking a Necessary Sabbatical. EPISODE 525 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧
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ADV #524: Enthrone Your Home
06/02/2024
ADV #524: Enthrone Your Home
Emily Jaminet from Welcome His Heart joins us in the studio as we launch a free, all-new course to help you enthrone the Sacred Heart of Jesus in your home. EPISODE 524 SHOW NOTES & LINKS on School of Mary 🎥 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - on School of Mary Hosted by Emily Jaminet, executive director of WelcomeHisHeart.com, this learning path takes you deeper into the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Through an exploration of the history of Sacred Heart devotion, miraculous stories of conversions, the 12 Promises of the Sacred Heart, Roundtable conversations, and much more, in Enthrone Your Home you'll find your own heart burning for Jesus like never before!
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ADV #523: Remember Everything with a Commonplace Book
05/13/2024
ADV #523: Remember Everything with a Commonplace Book
Benefits of commonplace books to gain knowledge and remember what's important. Plus, feedback and attending a new Barnes & Noble opening. EPISODE 523 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - In this week's Adventures in Imperfect Living podcast, Greg and Jennifer respond to the feedback they received about their recent appearance on EWTN, libraries, and bookstores. They also discuss Materialistic Therapeutic Deism and review their experience at the new Barnes & Noble location near them, which features the bookstore's new layout and format. Additionally, they highlight the benefits of journaling and creating a commonplace book to collect notes from Mass, quotes from important books, and growing in the knowledge of important information and thoughts. Tune in to learn more about these topics and how they can improve your life.
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ADV #522: The Vital Practice of Deep Work
05/06/2024
ADV #522: The Vital Practice of Deep Work
Deep work enhances productivity and faith, helping us focus intensely on professional tasks, spiritual practices, and what matters most. EPISODE 522 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - In this week's Adventures in Imperfect Living episode, we delve into Cal Newport's concept of Deep Work. Explore the potential of deep concentration, free from distractions, to reshape your productivity, reduce stress, and elevate the significance of your work and prayer. Take advantage of these crucial insights that could redefine how you approach your life and work.
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ADV #521: Is This Killing Christianity?
04/29/2024
ADV #521: Is This Killing Christianity?
Moralistic Therapeutic Deism takes Christianity and reduces it to nothing more than moralism. The actual faith is removed. We talk about how to stop this. EPISODE 521 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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ADV #520: Friday Night Cocktails and a Talky Talk Show
04/22/2024
ADV #520: Friday Night Cocktails and a Talky Talk Show
Jennifer teaches, Greg attends a funeral & friends come over for dinner. All this leads to multiple ways God has acted in our lives recently. Resources Mentioned: EPISODE SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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ADV #519: Our Journey to EWTN
04/14/2024
ADV #519: Our Journey to EWTN
Our buddy Matt Swaim invited us to be on EWTN's The Journey Home (airing 4/15/24), so we returned the favor and invited him on our show to talk about life in Catholic media. GUEST LINKS Matt Swaim on social media - @mattswaim EPISODE 519 SHOW NOTES & LINKS 🎥 🎓 🙏🏻 😄 📺 🍎 🔊 👀 ☎ 📧
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