09 | 5 Things That Helped Me Find God Again After Loss

Episode Summary Grief has a way of changing everything — including our relationship with God. In this episode of A Catholic Journey, host Jessica Diaz opens up about losing both of her parents in 2022 and the five small but powerful steps that helped her find her way back to God in the middle of that pain. These aren't complicated spiritual practices reserved for the super holy. They're real, doable steps that anyone can take — no matter where you are in your faith journey. Whether you're walking through loss, feeling spiritually dry, or quietly wondering how to find your way back to the Church, this episode is for you. 💛 "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." — Psalm 34:18 In This Episode, You'll Discover: ⭐ Step 1 — Sit With God & Come As You Are You don't need the perfect prayer or the right words. Just show up. ⭐ Step 2 — Make Space for the Word How Jessica began reading the Bible for the first time (and why it wasn't as scary as she thought). ⭐ Step 3 — Seek Wisdom in Relationships Why having a friend of faith — or finding your local Catholic community — can change everything. ⭐ Step 4 — Go to Confession The step that took the most courage and brought the deepest healing. ⭐ Step 5 — Commit to Showing Up How attending Mass consistently became one of the greatest gifts of Jessica's faith journey. Scripture Referenced in This Episode Psalm 34:18 Matthew 11:28–30 Psalm 119:105 Proverbs 27:17 1 John 1:9 Luke 22:19 Resources Mentioned 🎙️ The Bible in a Year Podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz 📖 Ascension Press Bible Listener Reflection Which one small step toward God feels possible for you this week — and what's holding you back from taking it? You don't need a perfect faith. You just need one step. 🙏🏻 Enjoyed This Episode? If this episode touched your heart, it would mean so much if you: ✔️ Subscribed to A Catholic Journey ✔️ Left a review — it helps others who need this find the podcast ✔️ Shared this episode with someone walking through a hard season Let's Stay Connected 📱 Instagram: instagram.com/mimi.and.manuel 🌐 Newsletter & more: mimiandmanuel.com 💌 Email Jessica: [email protected] 🙏🏻 Where Jesus leads the way, we are called to follow🙏🏻