Single Catholics desiring marriage: For Better, For Worse
Each episode contains a love story of how a married Catholic couple met to give you hope in finding your future spouse. Couples share practical advice to make your relationships stronger and the struggles they faced when they were single and dating and how they overcame them.
S1 E23 · Thu, March 13, 2025
23: How a Mother's intercession brought these two together
From dating a bible only Christian to participating in a Latin Mass. This couple met in their forties and talk about what makes a good Catholic marriage and questions to ask yourself in your discernment phase. Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E22 · Thu, March 06, 2025
22: A second chance at love!
After 10 years of online dating they finally found a person committed to marriage. Holding onto hope after an annulment is essential for finding a new relationship and drawing closer to God. Dating someone with kids brings it's own challenges, but can bring many blessings! Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E21 · Fri, February 28, 2025
21: I knew in the first week I wanted to marry him
After 22 years of marriage, Marine Corps Pilots Emily and Ricardo share how they met. They share how men and women communicate differently and what a woman defines as interruption compared to how a man defines interruption. Emily shares the technique she uses to ask her husband to do something without sounding like a nag. Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E20 · Thu, February 20, 2025
20: He thought she was cute & the feeling was mutual
44 years later, Michelle & Kevin share how his sister brought them together. They will be sharing their memorable first date, the proposal story they can’t live down, struggles they faced in the first few years of marriage and one thing they would do differently in their marriage. Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E19 · Thu, February 13, 2025
19: Meeting in your 40s, how to create a great online dating profile
Why is it so important to listen to your wife's suggestions and what is the purpose of marriage, it may not be the answer you’ve heard before. This is a Catholic Match success story! He instantly felt comfortable with her and she loves being married. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catholic.courtship/ Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E18 · Thu, January 23, 2025
18: I was asked out eight times in one week, an unbeatable first date!
With over 22 years of marriage, they share how they went from not wanting kids, to now having eight, their unique first date and how to become a surrendered wife. Ben & Elisa were Protestants when they met and when they had their first four children. Hear how God worked in their lives to open their hearts to converting from Protestantism to Catholicism once married. This couple thinks married life is a great blessing and love being married to each other! Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E17 · Thu, December 05, 2024
17: The smile that started it all, three pillars of a strong marriage
What are the three pillars to a successful relationship? Discover what the specific graces received from the Sacrament of Marriage are, practical advice for navigating long distance and tips for newly weds! Fill out the survey here: https://form.jotform.com/243393844532865 Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E16 · Wed, November 27, 2024
16: How to heal & relationship advice if you come from a broken family
I was afraid of marriage... How to overcome your fears and build healthy relationships, the three main problems children from divorce face and how practical ways to avoid the same mistakes as your parents. Joey and Brigid Pontarelli share the challenges they overcame and how to heal after you parents separate. https://restoredministry.com/ Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E16 · Thu, November 07, 2024
16: Reacting to your non-negotiables in Catholic dating
As a Catholic, dating can be challenging, especially when you are seeking to build a relationship that aligns with your faith and values. But what exactly are the key principles that every Catholic should consider when dating? Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E15 · Thu, October 24, 2024
15: From breaking each other's heart to happily married
Navigating interfaith dating and overcoming uncertainty, Mandy & Joe found their way back to each other, and decided to chose to love one another forever! This one mindset helps to overcome the difficulties that come up in marriage. The couple also shares their experience of welcoming their first child, born with cerebral palsy, and how this profound moment reshaped their perspective on love and resilience. Listen now! Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E14 · Thu, October 17, 2024
14: The 4 stages of Catholic dating to avoid divorce
If you follow these 4 steps of courtship, your chances of divorce drop from 50% to less than 1%. Learn what boundaries to put in place and why the Catholic Church has these guidelines in place. Fr Ripperger video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1V4w38v2mI&t=2040s Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E13 · Thu, October 10, 2024
13: Don't ignore these red flags, How single Catholic women can break free from toxic relationship patterns
What are the biggest signs that he's a healthy man and common red flags that indicate you're dating a narcissist. Learn the steps to go from an insecure attachment style, to a securely attached person to build a joyful, faith-filled marriage. If you have trauma or past wounds, this episode is for you. Dana Nygaard, counsellor and relationship coach discusses these topics and why healing is so important to attract the right person to marry. Clarity please: https://clarityplease.com/ FOCCUS pre-marriage assessment: https://www.foccusinc.com/foccus-inventory-sample-questions.aspx Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
Bonus · Wed, October 09, 2024
Navigating postnatal anxiety as a married Catholic couple
Part 2 of episode 11. Postnatal anxiety is very real and present in the Catholic circles and is often not spoken about. There is little to no support for couples from the church which can cause tension & isolation for the couples. Listen to what it is like to go through it and what helped them. Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/my-site-1
S1 E12 · Thu, October 03, 2024
12: How to have hope in a long season of waiting
Love at last. Barbara shares her inspiring story of meeting her husband at the age of 47. Just seven months after their first encounter, this whirlwind romance led to a beautiful wedding with the Greg who had captured her heart at 57. Hear how a sign from heaven helped Barbara to have hope. Christian coaching: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566317003580 Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
Bonus · Wed, October 02, 2024
BONUS: I was stranded on a mountain overnight
After Pope Francis approves Medjugorje devotion this is a timely and epic conversion story. This episode involves a proposal, or two and a heartwarming testimony full of suspense and unexpected turns. Listen to how Ange and David met in episode 10 for more Catholic dating stories. Visit Saintly Travel for pilgrimages to Medjugorje. https://www.saintlytravel.com.au/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFoxaBleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHaG6jSvqpfbfwwFp59mUeC9qtf2-U1FZweHnMp-NfQ5KqSl5JHvmWbo9Rw_aem_yyGYYCioJ2YSQwevaekC5g Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E11 · Fri, September 27, 2024
11: She rejected me but now we're married
From his earnest attempts to ask her out to her initial hesitations, this couple shares how they knew they were called to marriage. Explore the meaning of love, commitment, and the beautiful process of discovering one another while seeking God’s purpose. Whether you’re single, dating, or married, their candid discussions, insightful reflections, and moments of laughter will inspire you to embrace your own journey toward love and vocation. Tune in to find out how they turned uncertainty into a lifelong partnership! Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E10 · Thu, September 19, 2024
10: Can you fall in love at first sight?
Fr. Ripperger says no. David & Ange met in a pub in Perth, Western Australia. Medjugorje played a huge part in them getting married and overcoming their faith differences. Pilgrimage to Medjugorje: https://www.saintlytravel.com.au/general-1 Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
Bonus · Tue, September 17, 2024
BONUS: Trusting God through trials, supporting your daughters vocation
Amy & Shannon a family with nine children, share their infertility journey, Sr. Hayden's vocation story, and the benefits of being lay members of The Home of the Mother. Follow Amy on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amy.karney/ and watch the Sr. Clare Crockett documentary 'All or Nothing' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-0LKZm2BqZo&t=3619s . Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E9 · Thu, September 12, 2024
9: The qualities of a woman of worth, when you still have feelings for your ex
Dating your ex? Hear how two teenagers fell in love and discerned God's will for their life. Hear how friendship turned into love, differences in faith and how they reconnected after a breakup. Discover how Amy left Protestantism and converted to the Catholic faith. Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E8 · Thu, September 05, 2024
8: Should you date a Non-Catholic?
Are things not going according to your timeline? A couple who met online, navigated the challenges of breakups, and are now reflecting on their first year of marriage. Learn how to find hope that God has a plan for your life and wants you to be happy. Catholicism & Coffee: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550256083892 Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E7 · Fri, August 23, 2024
7: He was impressed by her answer on purity
Maddie thought whoever marries him will be a lucky woman! Struggling with porn and don't know how to manage your sexual desires? We discuss how to maintain a chaste and pure relationship and advice for single Catholics who feel tempted to settle. This episode provides insights into how you can date with passion and purpose without losing your soul. Support Maddie and Simon Carrington from Fire Up Ministries: https://fireupministries.com/ Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E6 · Fri, August 16, 2024
6: How to be financially ready to get married young, dating your homeschool crush
Dating at 16 & 18, Kateri & Patrick share practical advice for achieving financial readiness for marriage at a young age and how they went from deep friendship to dating. These homeschool sweethearts share the challenges they faced during their five years of dating and are a living example of the importance of communication. Follow Kateri: https://www.instagram.com/writtenbykateri?igsh=MTVvbHc4NDhpbTVoaA== Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
Bonus · Fri, July 26, 2024
BONUS: For anyone who needs encouragement & feels abandoned by God
You are worth the wait. This solo episode is a reminder to anyone who is feeling like they have been deserted by God and have gone through heartbreak. It covers everything from staying close to God and Jesus and Mary as the source of healing. Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E4 · Thu, July 11, 2024
4: How to have clarity & freedom while dating, saving kissing until marriage?
Emily & Jared met when they were working for a campus ministry. They bonded over their love of Theology of the Body by St. John Paul II. Boundaries in their relationship included not lying down together, being mindful of staying up too late and more! They discuss the importance of clarity and freedom in dating, the importance of self-knowledge in discerning a relationship and the potential of family life to change the world. Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E3 · Thu, July 04, 2024
3: A true marker of a great Catholic wife/mother, our 3 kids nearly didn't happen
Croatian couple met when they were 21 on Easter Sunday. How do you say goodbye at the end of a date? Are people really taking the time to get to know each other? Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
S1 E2 · Fri, June 28, 2024
2: Converting to Catholicism while dating, God showed us the way
A Protestant and Atheist met on Tinder, leave the hookup culture and convert to Catholicism. This couple gives witness to the power of the sacraments and how to avoid the pitfalls of online dating and temptations. Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/my-site-1
Thu, June 27, 2024
We winged it and God showed us the way | Angel & Kris
A Protestant and Atheist met on Tinder, leave the hookup culture and convert to Catholicism. Support the Show. Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/my-site-1
S1 E1 · Thu, June 27, 2024
1: From single & heartbroken to tasting the good wine
From overcoming depression & how to find joy and hope in the waiting season. Brendan & Meredith met through a mutual friend on the phone and began dating long-distance. They cover everything from the first in-person meeting to the importance of gratitude and trusting in the Lord. Gotta Be Saints: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gotta-be-saints/id1508823083 Send us a text Support the show Website: https://contact0290127.wixsite.com/catholicdatingstory
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