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EPISODE · Jul 1, 2025 · 25 MIN

So you wanna be devout?

from AfterMass · host Ana Munley

What if the reason your faith feels dry, isn’t because you’re lazy or unworthy.. but because you’ve settled for a version of Catholicism Jesus never preached?In this first episode of After Mass, we dive deep into the heart of lukewarm faith, spiritual autopilot and what it really means to live devoutly. If you've ever felt like you're just going through the motions: showing up on Sunday, saying the prayers, checking the boxes, but still feeling spiritually stuck.. this one's for you.We’re talking:The difference between cultural Catholicism and actual devotionHow to break out of autopilot mode in your faithSmall, practical steps to grow closer to Christ - starting todayWhat it means to live your faith when the Mass endsHeard in the Confessional: Got a real struggle or honest question about Catholic life? Submit it anonymously or openly to [email protected] for a chance to be featured in future episodes.You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to say yes.This is After Mass, because your faith doesn’t end at the final blessing. That’s where it starts.Episode Topics:00:00 Awakening to Faith Beyond Routine02:41 Understanding Lukewarm Faith05:42 Defining True Devotion08:18 The Cost of Devotion11:31 Building Habits for a Devout Life14:03 Practical Steps to Surrender17:03 The Importance of Community19:50 Embracing the Journey of Faith22:29 The Call to Radical Love

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What if the reason your faith feels dry, isn’t because you’re lazy or unworthy.. but because you’ve settled for a version of Catholicism Jesus never preached?In this first episode of After Mass, we dive deep into the heart of lukewarm faith, spiritual autopilot and what it really means to live devoutly. If you've ever felt like you're just going through the motions: showing up on Sunday, saying the prayers, checking the boxes, but still feeling spiritually stuck.. this one's for you.We’re talking:The difference between cultural Catholicism and actual devotionHow to break out of autopilot mode in your faithSmall, practical steps to grow closer to Christ - starting todayWhat it means to live your faith when the Mass endsHeard in the Confessional: Got a real struggle or honest question about Catholic life? Submit it anonymously or openly to [email protected] for a chance to be featured in future episodes.You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to say yes.This is After Mass, because your faith doesn’t end at the final blessing. That’s where it starts.Episode Topics:00:00 Awakening to Faith Beyond Routine02:41 Understanding Lukewarm Faith05:42 Defining True Devotion08:18 The Cost of Devotion11:31 Building Habits for a Devout Life14:03 Practical Steps to Surrender17:03 The Importance of Community19:50 Embracing the Journey of Faith22:29 The Call to Radical Love

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