Living Fullness

In Part 2 of their book study on A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis, Stina and Padre explore how grief reshapes memory, identity, and our experience of love. This episode dives into the tension between remembering someone truthfully versus idealising them, and how grief impacts not just our emotions, but our entire way of being.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:04:28 - The Importance of Authentic Memory 00:04:29 - 00:08:42 - The Challenge of Grief on Faith 00:08:43 - 00:18:00 - The Importance of Communication in Grief 00:18:01 - 00:24:29 - Vulnerability and Authenticity in Grief 00:24:30 - 00:27:13 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this deeply human and honest episode, Stina and Padre begin their three-part book study on A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis. Together, they explore the raw and complex reality of grief—not as a neat concept, but as a lived, often overwhelming experience. From the disruption of our very way of being in the world to the inadequacy of words like “sadness,” this episode opens up what grief truly feels like, how it unfolds, and how we can better accompany others through it—with presence, not platitudes.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:01:28 - Introduction to Grief Observed 00:01:29 - 00:07:12 - Understanding Grief: A Personal Journey 00:07:13 - 00:13:04 - The Individual Nature of Grief 00:13:05 - 00:18:41 - The Role of Presence in Grief Support 00:18:42 - 00:22:25 - Navigating Grief: The Role of Community 00:22:26 - 00:27:32 - Understanding the Waves of Grief 00:27:33 - 00:33:02 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Why does living the Christian life feel so uncomfortable—and even polarising—in today’s culture? In this episode, Stina and Padre explore the growing tension between a world that prioritises comfort, personal truth, and self-definition, and a faith that calls us to objective truth, transformation, and holiness. They unpack why Christianity can feel confronting, how to respond to cultural polarisation with both truth and charity, and why discomfort might actually be a sign of growth—not something to avoid.   Chapters: 00:00:00 - 00:07:01 - Comfort vs. Conviction in Christianity 00:07:02 - 00:11:46 - The Dichotomy of Uniqueness and Uniformity 00:11:47 - 00:19:35 - The Nature of Truth and Relativism 00:19:36 - 00:23:27 - Navigating Cultural Polarization 00:23:28 - 00:33:43 - Expecting Opposition in Faith 00:33:44 - 00:35:18 - Reflections on Grief and Community 00:35:19 - 00:40:04 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

What’s the difference between giving up and surrendering—and why does it matter for our spiritual life? In this episode, Stina and Padre unpack a subtle but powerful distinction that shapes how we respond to suffering, relationships, and unanswered prayers.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:02:56 - Understanding Surrender vs. Giving Up 00:02:57 - 00:05:12 - The Role of Trust in Surrender 00:05:13 - 00:10:05 - Desires and Surrender 00:10:06 - 00:12:29 - Biblical Perspectives on Surrender 00:12:30 - 00:14:50 - Hope vs. Hopelessness 00:14:51 - 00:18:54 - The Journey of Letting Go 00:18:55 - 00:21:04 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/ Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullnesspodcast AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Scripture tells us both to stand firm and to flee from temptation—but how do we know which to do and when? In this episode, Stina and Padre unpack one of the most practical questions in the spiritual life: how to respond to temptation, especially in areas of doubt and purity. They explore why fleeing is often the wisest response, how to discern the movements of the heart, and how self-knowledge and grace shape our ability to stand and fight.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:04:27 - Understanding Doubt and Purity 00:04:28 - 00:11:59 - Discernment in Spiritual Life 00:12:00 - 00:17:41 - Goals vs. Boundaries in Relationships 00:17:42 - 00:20:08 - Understanding Shame and Vulnerability 00:20:09 - 00:23:09 - Healing Through Connection and Love 00:23:10 - 00:29:32 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

If God is good and loving, why does temptation exist? And does He send it? In this episode, Stina and Padre unpack one of the most misunderstood aspects of the Christian life—temptation. Together, they explore the difference between God’s will and what He permits, the true sources of temptation, and how freedom, weakness, and grace all play a role in our spiritual growth. This episode brings clarity to the tension between suffering, sin, and redemption, helping listeners understand how God works even through our struggles to draw us closer to Him.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:04:25 - Understanding Temptation: Divine Will vs. Human Freedom 00:04:26 - 00:10:03 - Trials vs. Temptations: The Divine Perspective 00:10:04 - 00:12:51 - The Ripple Effect of Sin: Individual vs. Community 00:12:52 - 00:15:58 - Navigating Temptation: Learning from Our Struggles 00:15:59 - 00:26:48 - Mindfulness and Awareness of Feelings 00:26:49 - 00:29:29 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

As the Church enters the most sacred days of the liturgical year, Stina and Padre reflect on the meaning of the Triduum and how Christians can approach it with intentional hearts. Beginning with Holy Thursday and moving through Good Friday to Holy Saturday, they explore three spiritual postures that help us walk closely with Christ: receptivity, compassion, and waiting. This episode invites listeners to enter the mystery of Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection not as distant observers, but as participants united with Him.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:01:29 - Introduction to the Paschal Triduum 00:01:30 - 00:03:54 - The Significance of Holy Week 00:03:55 - 00:09:44 - Holy Thursday: The Posture of Receiving 00:09:45 - 00:20:33 - Good Friday: Embracing Compassion 00:20:34 - 00:22:53 - The Essence of Waiting on Holy Saturday 00:22:54 - 00:25:13 - Grief and Hope in Christian Faith 00:25:14 - 00:32:09 - The Challenge of Engaging in Stillness 00:32:10 - 00:36:26 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In the first episode of the new season, Stina and Padre reflect on one of the most powerful moments in salvation history: Mary’s “yes” at the Annunciation. After catching up on what’s been happening during the break—from parish missions to formation programs—they explore what makes Mary’s response so extraordinary. Was she truly free to say no? What does her response teach us about grace, freedom, and trusting God’s call in our own lives? This episode invites listeners to rediscover the beauty of Mary’s fiat and the courage it takes to say “yes” to God.   00:00:00 - 00:01:02 - Introduction and Welcoming Season 9 00:01:03 - 00:04:19 - Reflections on Rome and Personal Experiences 00:04:20 - 00:09:04 - Understanding Annunciation 00:09:05 - 00:11:41 - Mary’s Role in Redemption 00:11:42 - 00:16:02 - The Nature of Mary’s Freedom 00:16:03 - 00:17:40 - Theological Perspectives on Freedom and Cooperation 00:17:41 - 00:18:33 - Reflection of Friendship 00:18:34 - 00:22:11 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

  In this final and special Christmas episode, Fr Sean Byrnes and Stina speak about all things Christmas, including when carols should be sung, the significance of the date of Christmas - whether it is pagan or Christian feast - plus managing Christmas stress and their Christmas traditions   00:00:00 - 00:01:45 - Introduction 00:01:46 - 00:04:50 - The Significance of Christmas Carols 00:04:51 - 00:10:51 - Understanding the Date of Christmas 00:10:52 - 00:16:53 - The Anticipation of Christmas vs the Day itself 00:16:54 - 00:22:48 - Managing of Christmas Stress and Expectations 00:22:49 - 00:27:50 - Christian Traditions and Their Evolution 00:27:51 - 00:32:22 - Prayer and Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Padre and Stina sit down to talk about their annual word of the year and how this transpired throughout 2025. They discuss how each word benefitted/affected their lives and how they see the world through the lens of this particular word through surprises, set backs and challenges.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:02:49 - Introduction 00:02:50 - 00:04:53 - Personal Reflections on Rejoice 00:04:54 - 00:08:10 - The Challenges of Embracing Joy 00:08:11 - 00:11:08 - Understanding Sacrifice 00:11:09 - 00:14:06 - The Intersection of Obligation and Choice 00:14:07 - 00:17:12 - Padre’s Journey with Sacrifice 00:17:13 - 00:19:58 - The Meaning of Sacrifice in Ministry 00:19:59 - 00:28:40 - Finding Joy in Sacrifice 00:28:41 - 00:33:51 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   Virtue and Grace Human Formation Program 2026: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/product/virtue-ministry-formation-program/   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Reverend Deacon Saxon Onions from Vianney College in the Wagga Wagga Diocese speaks with Fr Sean Byrnes and Stina on his journey to the seminary and his search for his vocation and happiness.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:01:42 - Introduction 00:01:43 - 00:06:51 - Saxon’s Background & Early Life 00:06:52 - 00:09:02 - Move to Wagga and exposure to seminary life 00:09:03 - 00:19:49 - Youth involvement and influence of peers 00:19:50 - 00:25:33 - Gradual pull towards seminary and discernment process 00:25:34 - 00:34:00 - Fear of unworthiness and struggles with vocation 00:34:01 - 00:38:04 - Saxon’s advice on vocation discernment 00:38:05 - 00:41:31 - Challenges towards the end of seminary and anticipation for priesthood 00:41:32 - 00:47:27 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness / Episode Conclusion/   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this episode, Stina and Padre tackle one of the hardest questions in relationships: when do you stay and when do you leave? Whether in friendships, dating, or marriage, they explore the tension between fear of abandonment and the call to perseverance. They unpack what genuine loyalty looks like, when staying becomes enabling harm, and why walking away can sometimes be the most loving choice. Grounded in virtue and guided by Church teaching, this conversation offers clarity, courage, and compassion for those discerning difficult relational decisions.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:02:33 - Introduction 00:02:34 - 00:05:25 - The Dilemma of Abandonment and Fear 00:05:26 - 00:08:19 - Red Flags and Relationship Dynamics 00:08:20 - 00:11:25 - Cultural Reactions to Relationship Tensions 00:11:26 - 00:19:01 - When Staying Becoming Enabling 00:19:02 - 00:22:30 - The Sanctity of Marriage and Leaving Relationships 00:22:31 - 00:26:14 - Setting Boundaries in Relationships 00:26:15 - 00:28:59 - The Nature of Genuine Friendship 00:29:00 - 00:33:57 - The Dangers of Manipulative Relationships 00:33:58 - 00:39:26 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this final part of the Priestly Fatherhood series, Stina and Padre explore how fatherhood becomes a tangible reality in the life and ministry of a priest. Drawing on Fr Jacques Philippe’s insights, they reflect on the heart of priestly intercession, the sacrificial nature of the Eucharist, the power of adoration, and the ministry of spiritual accompaniment. They discuss how true fatherhood is expressed not only through sacramental action but also through listening, tenderness, and authentic authority that frees and uplifts others.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:48 - Introduction 00:00:49 - 00:02:56 - Exploring Intercession in Priesthood 00:02:57 - 00:10:13 - Fatherhood in the Celebration of the Eucharist 00:10:14 - 00:15:35 - Eucharistic Adoration as a Means of Knowing the Father's Heart 00:15:36 - 00:23:49 - The Importance of Eucharistic Adoration in Priesthood 00:23:50 - 00:29:28 - Navigating the Challenges of Spiritual Guidance 00:29:29 - 00:37:49 - Qualities of a Good Spiritual Director 00:37:50 - 00:39:42 - The Call for Genuine Authority and Unity 00:39:43 - 00:40:17 - Protecting the Vulnerable in Leadership 00:40:18 - 00:44:59 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Continuing our study of Fr Jacques Philippe’s Priestly Fatherhood: Treasure in Earthen Vessels, we dive into the heart of priestly fatherhood and what transforms a man into a true spiritual father. We discuss the profound reality that no one can be a father without first being a son, the essential role of prayer, and the way fatherhood flows through brotherhood, humility, and mercy. This conversation also explores the Beatitudes as the blueprint for authentic fatherhood, the Church’s role in shaping priests as sons and grooms, and how the ministerial priesthood exists to ignite the baptismal priesthood of all believers.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:30 - Introduction 00:00:31 - 00:06:05 - The Role of Sonship in Fatherhood 00:06:06 - 00:10:52 - Prayer and Presence in Spiritual Leadership 00:10:53 - 00:15:17 - The Church and Its Leadership Dynamics 00:15:18 - 00:20:14 - The Nature of the Church: Theocracy vs. Democracy 00:20:15 - 00:22:38 - Heart Posture Towards the Church 00:22:39 - 00:26:12 - Brotherhood and Accountability in the Priesthood 00:26:13 - 00:33:10 - Seasons of Ministry: Sowing vs. Reaping 00:33:11 - 00:36:35 - The Beatitudes and Spiritual Poverty 00:36:36 - 00:39:35 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry  

In this episode, Stina and Padre begin their book study on Fr Jacques Philippe’s Priestly Fatherhood: Treasure in Earthen Vessels, exploring the mystery and gift of priesthood. They reflect on why fatherhood is essential for both family and faith, the wounds caused by its absence or distortion, and how authentic fatherhood mirrors God’s own love. From lineage and heritage to mercy, freedom, and responsibility, this conversation touches on the role of priests as spiritual fathers, the challenges of fatherhood in today’s culture, and the beauty of unity when we live as children of one Father.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:33 - Introduction 00:00:34 - 00:07:29 - Exploring Fatherhood and its importance 00:07:30 - 00:20:30 - The Role of Fathers in Identity and Lineage 00:20:31 - 00:23:02 - Brotherhood and Reconciliation  00:23:03 - 00:30:02 - The Role of Femininity in supporting Fatherhood 00:30:03 - 00:33:13 - The Duality of Fatherhood: Strength and Vulnerability 00:33:14 - 00:37:18 - The Balance of Severity 00:37:19 - 00:41:30 - The Importance of Boundaries in Relationship  00:41:31 - 00:47:00 - The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Stina talks with special guests Annie and Steve Lawrence, leaders of Emmanuel Community,speakers, authors and entrepreneurs. They discuss what is a Jubilee, the history of it, and how this year is a time of extraordinary grace, plus what is a plenary indulgence, as well as talking about hope and how it has played out in their lives. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:02:02 - Introduction of Guest - Steve & Annie Lawrence 00:02:03 - 00:04:59 - Jubilee Year of Hope 00:05:00 - 00:08:11 - Indulgences 00:08:12 - 00:14:07 - Indulgences for Others & Purgatory 00:14:08 - 00:19:40 - Practical Living of the Jubilee Year 00:19:41 - 00:23:39 - Meaning of Home & Eternal Perspective 00:23:40 - 00:32:20 - Hope Amid Suffering & the World’s Wounds 00:32:21 - 00:37:05 - Personal Wounds & Healing 00:37:06 - 00:44:01 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In Galatians 5:22–23, St Paul names the fruits of the Spirit as the evidence of a life rooted in Christ. Among them, joy stands out as something deeper than mere happiness. In this episode, Stina and Padre explore the difference between joy and happiness, the role of grace and freedom in nurturing joy, and how the fruits of the Spirit grow in our lives. They share stories, practical practices, and examples from Scripture and the saints to remind us that joy is not circumstantial but flows from a life anchored in God—even in suffering.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:25 - Introduction 00:00:26 - 00:02:05 - Understanding the Fruit of Joy 00:02:06 - 00:05:18 - Difference Between Joy and Happiness 00:05:19 - 00:09:04 - Ways to Nurture Joy 00:09:05 - 00:11:23 - Recognizing Fruits and Self-Awareness 00:11:24 - 00:17:20 - Gratitude, Reflection, and the Daily Journaling 00:17:21 - 00:23:03 - Joy in Suffering 00:23:04 - 00:25:56 - Joy Through Changing Seasons  00:25:57 - 00:29:50 - Joy in the Face of Death 00:29:51 - 00:33:26 - Truth, Beauty, and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Is an annulment just “Catholic divorce”? In this episode of Living Fullness, Stina and Padre unpack what annulments truly are, how they differ from civil divorce, and why sensitivity and pastoral care are vital in walking with those going through the process. Together they address common misconceptions, explore the grounds for annulments, and reflect on the tribunal process, community support, and the challenges couples face when annulments aren’t granted. With honesty and compassion, Stina and Padre guide us through how the Church—and we as Christians—can respond with truth and mercy.   00:00:00 - 00:00:34 - Introduction 00:00:35 - 00:03:02 - Understanding Annulments 00:03:03 - 00:11:16 -The Nature of Marriage and Validity 00:11:17 - 00:16:25 - The Tribunal Process 00:16:26 - 00:24:41 - Understanding Divorce and Marriage 00:24:42 - 00:28:39 - The Importance of Journeying Together 00:28:40 - 00:32:54 - Maturity and Readiness in Marriage 00:32:55 - 00:36:30 - The Role of Technology in Delayed Maturity 00:36:31 - 00:40:52 - Marriage as Reality 00:40:53 - 00:42:32 - Preventing future Annulments 00:42:33 - 00:47:07 - Truth, Beauty and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   FAMILIARIS CONSORTIO https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_exhortations/documents/hf_jp-ii_exh_19811122_familiaris-consortio.html   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry  

Grace Feltoe, founder of The Musica Sacra Project and member of Virtue Ministry, co-hosts this episode with Stina Constantine, as they chat about sacred music, our current perception, what it looks like within liturgical contexts, the resurgence of Gregorian Chant in young society, and also how we can incorporate reverent sacred music within our church communities.   00:00:00 - 00:04:30 - Introduction and Catching Up 00:04:31 - 00:07:05 - Defining Sacred Music 00:07:06 - 00:14:33 - Does all music about God count as sacred music? 00:14:34 - 00:20:28 - Beauty in the Liturgy 00:20:29 - 00:28:10 - Resurgence of Gregorian Chant 00:28:11 - 00:40:00 - Practical Ways to Bring Sacred Music into Parishes 00:40:01 - 00:41:47 - Truth, Beauty and Goodness 00:41:48 - 00:42:19 - Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry  

How do we discern God’s call for our lives? In this episode of Living Fullness, Stina and Padre explore what it means to hear and follow a vocational calling—marriage, priesthood, religious life, or single consecrated life. They discuss immediate “no’s” and incompatibilities, the resources available in the Diocese of Wagga Wagga, and how Christians everywhere can look for authentic guidance in their discernment. Along the way, they unpack the difference between careers and vocations, how charisms and spiritual gifts fit in, and the pitfalls of “perpetual discernment.” Rooted in faith, virtue, and dialogue with God, this conversation highlights discernment as an active, courageous response to God’s love.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:26 - Introduction 00:00:27 - 00:03:30 - The Role of Vocations Director 00:03:31 - 00:06:29 - Discerning a Vocational Call 00:06:30 - 00:09:29 - Methods of Discernment 00:09:30 - 00:12:28 - Overcoming Fear and Discernment 00:12:29 - 00:15:12 - Resources for Vocational Discernment 00:15:13 - 00:17:25 - Religious Life Options in Australia 00:17:26 - 00:19:03 - Exploring Religious Vocations in Australia 00:19:04 - 00:21:00 - Steps for Vocational Discernment 00:21:01 - 00:22:39 - Understanding Identity in Discernment 00:22:40 - 00:24:38 - The Importance of Detachment 00:24:39 - 00:26:26 - Seminary Experience. 00:26:27 - 00:28:24 - Avoiding Idolatry in Vocational Aspirations 00:28:25 - 00:30:14 - The Role of Holiness in Vocation. 00:30:15 - 00:33:02 - Broadening the Definition of Vocation 00:33:03 - 00:37:50 - The Challenge of Single Life as a Vocation 00:37:51 - 00:40:24 - Truth, Beauty and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   If you wish to discuss with Fr Sean Byrnes please feel free to email him [email protected]   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Is The Chosen leading us closer to Christ or further from the truth? In this episode, Stina and Padre offer a thoughtful Catholic reflection on the hit series The Chosen and respond to critiques like those of Leila Miller, who reject any portrayal of Jesus being taught or experiencing emotion. They explore how artistic expression can be a tool for evangelisation—if we place it in its proper context—and the importance of distinguishing between the real Jesus of the Gospels and the screen interpretation. This episode wrestles with the beauty, limitations, and potential risks of encountering Christ through media and reminds us that authentic intimacy with God cannot be replaced by art, but may be inspired by it. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:29 - Introduction 00:00:30 - 00:02:41 - The Chosen and its Controversies  00:02:42 - 00:05:51 - Exploring Jesus’ Humanity and Teachings 00:05:52 - 00:08:34 - The Balance of Humanity and Divinity in Jesus 00:08:35 - 00:11:32 - Artistic Representation and its Impact on Faith 00:11:33 - 00:14:30 - Understanding of The Chosen 00:14:31 - 00:17:19 - Navigating Personal Faith and Media Influence 00:17:20 - 00:20:10 - Reflections on Faith and Art 00:20:11 - 00:22:40 - Truth, Beauty and Goodness / Episode Conclusion - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Brendan McCauley from Humanum Project speaks with Stina about his ministry work, Theology of the Body, and building a healthy sense of identity, truly knowing who we are and establishing beliefs and truths about our existence contrary to the devil’s lies.   Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:40 - Introduction 00:00:41 - 00:01:30 - Introduction of Guest: Brendan McCauley 00:01:31 - 00:03:55 - Getting to know Brendan McCauley 00:03:56 - 00:10:25 - Humanum Project and its Mission 00:10:26 - 00:15:15 - Importance of knowing our self-identity 00:15:16 - 00:22:52 - Where does being wounded begin? 00:22:53 - 00:29:17 - Why is it difficult to enter into a relationship? 00:29:18 - 00:33:57 - Trends in relationships today 00:33:58 - 00:36:07 - Brendan’s Message 00:36:08 - 00:39:12 - Truth, Beauty and Goodness 00:39:13 - 00:39:52 - Episode’s Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Can a faithful Christian still struggle with addiction? What role do virtue, grace, and community play in the journey toward freedom? In this powerful episode, Stina and Padre unpack the tension between addiction as a moral fault and addiction as a psychological or chemical dependence. They explore the reality that addiction, while not always mortally sinful, is always a moral problem that hinders human flourishing. Drawing from Catholic teaching, psychology, and lived experience, this conversation offers hope, clarity, and practical steps toward healing and holiness. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:40 - Introduction 00:00:41 - 00:06:49 - The Dichotomy of Moral Fault and Chemical Imbalance 00:06:42 - 00:09:56 - Navigating Recovery: Prayer vs.Treatment 00:09:57 - 00:15:28 - The Role of Sacraments in Recovery 00:15:28 - 00:18:44 - Community and Accountability in Overcoming Addictions 00:18:45 - 00:21:18 - The Need for Community to Overcome Addiction 00:21:19 - 00:25:00 - The Role of Accountability Partners 00:25:01 - 00:26:50 - Identifying the Right Accountability Partner 00:26:51 - 00:29:09 - Navigating Spiritual Desolation and Addiction 00:29:10 - 00:31:26 - Understanding Core Beliefs in Addiction 00:31:27 - 00:35:21 - Cultivating Virtue and Temperance 00:35:22 - 00:39:07 - The Journey or Recovery and Connection 00:39:08 -  00:42:30 - Truth, Beauty and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

What does Jesus’ Great Commission mean for us today? In this foundational episode, Stina and Padre explore the roots of Virtue Ministry and its connection to Christ’s command to "go and make disciples of all nations." They break open how lay people—not just priests—are called to evangelise, live their baptismal priesthood, and take their role in the Church seriously. This episode is both a reflection on VM’s mission and a challenge to all Christians to step into their God-given calling with clarity, courage, and virtue. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:29 - Introduction 00:00:30 - 00:02:54 - Matthew 28:16-23 and Understanding the Call to Evangelisation 00:02:55 - 00:05:32 - The Role of Priests and Lay Faithful 00:05:33 - 00:08:14 - Kingly, Prophetic, and Priestly Offices 00:08:15 - 00:11:16 - The Importance of Word and Action 00:11:17 - 00:15:25 - The New Evangelisation and Its Challenges 00:15:26 - 00:17:45 - The Challenge of Proclaiming Truth 00:17:46 - 00:18:59 - The Role of Laypeople in Evangelisation 00:19:00 - 00:20:29 - Overcoming Fear and Pride in Evangelisation 00:20:30 - 00:24:35 - Truth and Charity in Proclamation 00:24:36 - 00:27:20 - Navigating Conversations about Faith 00:27:21 - 00:32:07 - Fear vs Love in Faith 00:32:08 - 00:34:54 - The Virtue of Fortitude in Evangelisation 00:34:55 - 00:37:16 - Steps for Intentional Evangelisation 00:37:17 - 00:40:45 - Truth, Beauty and Goodness / Episode Conclusion - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/ Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

What makes a true friendship? In this episode of Living Fullness, Stina and Padre explore the classical categories of friendship—utility, pleasure, and virtue—and how they manifest in everyday life, relationships, and even marriage.   00:00:00 - 00:04:00 - Introduction and Catching Up 00:04:01 - 00:04:37 -  Friendship and Marriage: Recap of 3 Types of Friendship 00:04:38 - 00:05:54- A Friendship of Utility 00:05:55 - 00:06:55 - A Friendship of Pleasure 00:06:56 - 00:12:04 - A Friendship of Virtue or a Friendship of Goodness 00:12:05 - 00:17:21 - How will you know that you have the same end goal for a Virtuous Friendship? 00:17:22 - 00:19:16 - How to determine that you have a Friendship of Goodness? 00:19:17 - 00:22:40 - A Friendship in Marriage 00:22:41 - 00:25:51 - Importance of Friendship before Marriage 00:25:52 - 00:29:24 - Truth, Beauty and Goodness / Episode Conclusion   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Stina and Padre delve into one of the often-overlooked Fruits of the Spirit: Kindness - as an essential sign of the Holy Spirit’s work in a Christian's life and explain how kindness differs from mere 'niceness'.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 00:52 = Introduction to the Episode and Season Finale. 00:53 – 02:03 = What Are the Fruits of the Spirit? Setting the Stage for Kindness. 02:04 – 03:30 = Why Kindness Is Underrated and Seen as a “Soft” Fruit. 03:31 – 05:44 = The Witness of Kindness: When Christians Fail to Reflect Christ. 05:45 – 07:00 = Example of Nick Branas and the Missed Opportunity to Show Kindness. 07:01 – 08:10 = Christ’s Model: Asking Questions to Draw Out the Heart. 08:11 – 10:10 = Kindness vs. Niceness – A Crucial Distinction. 10:11 – 12:30 = Telling the Truth in Love – Hard Conversations as True Kindness. 12:31 – 14:30 = Kindness Is Not Being “Nice” at the Expense of Truth. 14:31 – 17:00 = Modern Misuse of “Kindness” – The Truth as a Blunt Weapon. 17:01 – 18:34 = Psalm 103 – “The Lord is Kind and Merciful”: A Reflection. 18:35 – 21:15 = Cultural Attack on Courtesy and Kind Gestures. 21:16 – 24:00 = Fruits of the Spirit as a Tool for Discernment in Life and Relationships. 24:01 – 26:00 = Recognizing the Holy Spirit at Work Through Fruits. 26:01 – 26:50 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness + Closing Remarks.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Forgiveness isn’t about forgetting or excusing harm—it’s about freedom. In this episode of Living Fullness, Stina and Padre dive into what true forgiveness looks like, why it’s essential to the Christian life, and how it differs from reconciliation.   00:00 – 01:14 = Introduction – What Is Forgiveness? 01:15 – 03:19 = Forgiveness Is Not the Same as Apologizing or Forgetting 03:20 – 06:15 = Memory and Wisdom – Forgiveness Without Forgetting 06:16 – 08:20 = Minimizing vs. Maximizing Hurt and Resentment 08:21 – 11:00 = Anger and the Emotional Depth of Hurt 11:01 – 13:00 = The Importance of Naming the Injury Before Forgiving 13:01 – 15:00 = Why Some People Rush Forgiveness or Avoid Naming the Debt 15:01 – 17:00 = Starting Where You Are: Asking for the Grace to Desire Forgiveness 17:01 – 18:30 = Realistic Prayers and Honest Conversations with God 18:31 – 21:00 = The Story of Maria Goretti – Radical Forgiveness 21:01 – 23:40 = Alessandro’s Conversion and Forgiveness from Maria’s Mother 23:41 – 25:45 = Can Even Great Sinners Become Saints? 25:46 – 28:00 = Shame, Identity, and How the World vs. Christianity Responds 28:01 – 29:15 = The Catechism on Forgiveness – CCC 2843 29:16 – 30:40 = Healing Doesn't Always Mean Reconnection 30:41 – 31:25 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment – Padre’s Book & Stina’s Team 31:26 – 31:59 = Closing and Blessing   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Charbel Raish shares his journey from Catholicism to Islam and back to Christ. Charbel discusses the challenges he faced understanding his faith and the significant role his friends played in his spiritual journey. He discusses interfaith dialogue, focusing on Mary's role as a bridge between Christianity and Islam. Timestamps: 00:00:41 - Episode Introduction   00:02:06 - Can you share your story, especially where Islam fits into your testimony?   00:07:13 - How did your Muslim friends react once you recommitted to Christianity?   00:14:12 - What are the similarities and differences between Catholic and Muslim views on Mary?   00:26:39 - What is the difference between dictation (Islam) and inspiration (Christianity) regarding scripture?   00:32:36 - Beyond the virgin birth, are there other Marian doctrines Islam shares with Christianity? 00:41:23 - Why does Islam emphasize 'God says it is' over the Holy Spirit's overshadowing?   00:45:26 - Does Mary give a response in the Quran similar to the Christian concept of the Fiat her willing 'yes' to God’s plan?   00:56:00 - Truth Beauty and Goodness 00:58:22 - Episode Conclusion 00:58:48 - Outro - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Stina and Padre explore the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit as outlined in Isaiah 11:1-3. These gifts aren’t just general blessings but are specifically given by God to help us become more docile to the movements of the Holy Spirit.    Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction – Understanding the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. 01:11 – 03:50 = What Are the Gifts of the Holy Spirit? Origins in Scripture (Isaiah 11). 03:51 – 06:30 = Wisdom – Seeing God as the Ultimate Good. 06:31 – 09:15 = Counsel – Supernatural Insight for Right Judgment. 09:16 – 12:00 = Understanding – Deep Insight into Divine Truths. 12:01 – 15:10 = Knowledge – Grasping Divine Truths and Their Application. 15:11 – 18:00 = Fortitude – Strength to Persevere in Faith. 18:01 – 20:40 = Piety – Reverence and Love for God and Others. 20:41 – 23:00 = Fear of the Lord – Reverence, Not Being Scared of God. 23:01 – 25:20 = The Relationship Between the Gifts and Virtues. 25:21 – 28:00 = Practical Examples of Using These Gifts in Daily Life. 28:01 – 31:00 = Avoiding Misunderstandings About the Gifts. 31:01 – 34:40 = Popeye Analogy – The Gifts are Like Spiritual Spinach. 34:41 – 37:00 = Why the Gifts Are Given at Baptism and Confirmation. 37:01 – 39:30 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment – Spiritual Reflections. 39:31 – 42:10 = Closing Remarks and Blessings.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Peta Evans is the founder of Esencia Life Centre, and serves on the board of Pregnancy Help Australia. Peta talks about her story and providing hope, help and healing for women, advocating supporting women and families in challenging life circumstances, and providing security in unexpected pregnancy or pregnancy loss.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 00:52 = Introduction – Welcoming Peta Evans. 00:53 – 03:25 = Peta’s Story – Journey to Founding Asensia Life Centre. 03:26 – 06:40 = Creating a Welcoming Space – The Heart of Asensia. 06:41 – 09:00 = The Three Pillars: Hope, Help, and Healing. 09:01 – 12:15 = The Importance of Beauty and Safe Spaces. 12:16 – 15:00 = Hope After Loss – Supporting Women After Abortion. 15:01 – 18:10 = Providing Material and Emotional Support. 18:11 – 21:30 = Peta’s Personal Journey with Motherhood. 21:31 – 24:00 = Supporting Young Women – Choices and Consequences. 24:01 – 26:45 = The Role of Pregnancy Support Centres. 26:46 – 29:30 = Myths About Pregnancy Centres – What They Really Do. 29:31 – 32:40 = Expanding to New Centres – Wagga Wagga Story. 32:41 – 35:00 = Building a Network of Support Centres Nationwide. 35:01 – 37:10 = Addressing the Needs of Fathers – Supporting Men Too. 37:11 – 39:40 = Men's Perspectives – When They Want to Support. 39:41 – 42:00 = Healing After Abortion – Men’s Grief and Support. 42:01 – 44:10 = Pregnancy Help Australia – Growth of Support Centres. 44:11 – 46:30 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness – Stina and Peter’s Reflections. 46:31 – 47:47 = Closing Remarks and Call to Support.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this final installment of our study of St. Alphonsus Liguori’s Uniformity with the Will of God, Stina and Padre dive into the practical wisdom. They explore how to embrace God’s will in external events, personal struggles, sickness, and even spiritual desolation.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:14 = Introduction and Overview of Final Three Chapters. 01:15 – 03:39 = Chapter 5: Special Practices of Uniformity in External Matters. 03:40 – 06:10 = Seeing Calamities as Part of God’s Will – Language of Acceptance. 06:11 – 08:20 = Jesuit Snowstorm Story and the Disposition of Trust. 08:21 – 11:10 = The Role of “Why?” – Accusation vs. Understanding. 11:11 – 14:30 = Personal Matters: Surrendering to God's Plan in All Things. 14:31 – 17:00 = Illness as a Gift, Not a Hindrance – Embracing the Hard. 17:01 – 19:00 = Why Not Me? – Spiritual Growth Through Trial. 19:01 – 21:45 = Bodily Infirmities as Part of God's Will, Not an Obstacle. 21:46 – 24:30 = Taking Rest as Sanctification, Not Productivity. 24:31 – 26:45 = The Prayer: “I Want Only What Thou Wilt” – Full Surrender. 26:46 – 29:25 = Healing, Suffering, and the Desire to Do God’s Will. 29:26 – 33:05 = Consolation vs. Desolation – God’s Presence Beyond Feeling. 33:06 – 35:25 = Desolation as an Invitation to Deeper Trust. 35:26 – 36:50 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment – Padre’s Book Pick. 36:51 – 38:35 = Stina on Gardening, Seasons, and Spiritual Reflections. 38:36 – 39:04 = Closing Remarks and Blessing.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this episode of Living Fullness, Stina and Padre continue their study of St. Alphonsus Liguori’s Uniformity with the Will of God, exploring Chapters 3 and 4. They discuss the depth of true happiness found in perfect unity with God’s will and the challenges of trusting that God always wills our good.   Timestamps:  00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction and Recap of Part 1. 01:11 – 03:20 = Chapter 3: “Happiness Deriving from Perfect Uniformity”. 03:21 – 06:00 = Weather, Illness, and Life Events — All Within God's Will. 06:01 – 08:10 = The Wisdom of the Beggar: Father Tauler’s Wake-Up Call. 08:11 – 10:15 = God’s Goodness Amid Suffering and Letting Go of Control. 10:16 – 13:00 = St. Augustine: “Little Man, Grow Up” – Maturing Through the Will of God. 13:01 – 15:40 = Real Joy Isn’t in Circumstances — It’s in Union With God. 15:41 – 18:00 = Living Out the Priesthood of All Believers. 18:01 – 20:10 = Boldness in Sharing the Faith and Encouraging Others. 20:11 – 22:44 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment + Closing Reflections.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Book Study - St. Alphonsus Liguori’s Uniformity with the Will of God - Part 1 – Chapters 1 & 2 In this episode of Living Fullness, Stina and Padre begin a deep dive into St. Alphonsus Liguori’s Uniformity with the Will of God. Written in 1755, this timeless work speaks directly to the heart of Christian discipleship today.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction and Book Overview. 01:11 – 03:40 = Why This Book Still Resonates Today. 03:41 – 06:15 = The Virtue of Uniformity with God’s Will. 06:16 – 09:10 = Conformity vs. Uniformity – What’s the Difference? 09:11 – 12:00 = Sacrifice vs. Obedience and Jesus as the Model. 12:01 – 15:10 = Struggles With Trust and Seeing God as a Good Father. 15:11 – 18:05 = The Role of Love in Aligning Our Will With God’s. 18:06 – 21:00 = Learning from the Saints: Living Uniformity in Daily Life. 21:01 – 24:30 = Suffering and God’s Will – Finding Purpose in Pain. 24:31 – 26:52 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment + Closing Reflections.     - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this episode, we discuss the delicate balance of fraternal correction, setting healthy boundaries, and navigating the challenges of family relationships with charity and wisdom.   Timestamps: 00:00 - 01:30 - Introduction to Fraternal Correction and the Fourth Commandment 01:31 - 04:15 - The Spiritual Weight of Honoring Parents 04:16 - 08:20 - When Parental Actions Conflict With Their Teachings 08:21 - 12:45 - Establishing Healthy Boundaries With Parents 12:46 - 16:30 - The Evolving Nature of Parent-Child Relationships 16:31 - 20:00 - Navigating Correction With Charity and Respect 20:01 - 23:15 - Speaking Truth as an Act of Love 23:16 - 25:40 - Book Recommendations and Community Stories 25:41 - 30:00 - Practical Examples of Fraternal Correction 30:01 - 34:15 - Addressing Past Hurts and Resentments 34:16 - 36:30 - Final Thoughts on Honoring Aging Parents 36:31 - 37:46 - Closing Announcements and Call for Listener Input   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Stina and special guest Jill Simons talk about charism, discerning charisms and the workings of the Holy Spirit.   Check out Many Parts Ministries https://www.manypartsministries.com/   00:00 – 01:30 = Introduction and Guest Introduction (Jill Simons). 01:31 – 05:45 = Jill’s Background and Journey Into Many Parts Ministries. 05:46 – 10:20 = What Is a Charism? Is It Just a Natural Talent? 10:21 – 14:50 = The Role of Baptism and the Holy Spirit in Receiving Charisms. 14:51 – 19:30 = Are Charisms Permanent or Do They Change Over Time? 19:31 – 24:00 = Personal Experiences in Discovering Charisms. 24:01 – 28:45 = How to Identify Your Charisms and Their Impact on Ministry. 28:46 – 33:10 = The Role of Identity in Charism Discernment. 33:11 – 37:30 = Common Misconceptions About Charisms in the Church. 37:31 – 42:00 = The Importance of Trusting God in Using Charisms. 42:01 – 46:30 = Jill’s Advice on Discerning and Using Charisms. 46:31 – 49:33 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment & Closing Remarks.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Stina and Padre reflect on the profound moments of Christ’s Passion, Resurrection, and the personal meditations that arise from them – including the powerful reflection on the Washing of the Feet, drawing from the Salt & Gold Collection, and how Jesus’ act of humility extends even to those we might find controversial. 00:00 – 01:30 = Introduction and Easter Greetings. 01:31 – 05:45 = Easter Across Different Seasons: A Unique Perspective. 05:46 – 10:10 = The Washing of the Feet: Symbolism and Controversy. 10:11 – 14:50 = The Crucifixion: Silence, Stillness, and Holy Saturday Reflections. 14:51 – 19:15 = The Resurrection: Encounters of Peter, Thomas, and Mary Magdalene. 19:16 – 23:45 = Trusting in the Resurrection: Confronting Doubt and Fear. 23:46 – 27:30 = Easter as a Season, Not Just a Day. 27:31 – 31:15 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Ordinations & Music Reflections). 31:16 – 33:17 = Closing Remarks and Book Study Announcement.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

As we enter into Holy Week, we reflect on the purpose of fasting and its role in our Lenten journey.   00:00 – 01:20 = Introduction and Overview (Lent and Holy Week). 01:21 – 05:00 = What is Lent? Origins and Meaning. 05:01 – 08:45 = The Significance of 40 Days in the Bible. 08:46 – 12:30 = The Three Pillars of Lent: Fasting, Prayer, and Almsgiving. 12:31 – 16:15 = Personal Experiences and Challenges in Lent. 16:16 – 20:30 = Holy Week: The Climax of Lent. 20:31 – 24:10 = How to Approach Holy Week if Lent Didn’t Go Well. 24:11 – 28:00 = The Debate: Should We Celebrate Feast Days During Lent? 28:01 – 31:45 = Finding Balance in Fasting and Feasting. 31:46 – 34:00 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Book Recommendation). 34:01 – 35:44 = Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Discipline isn’t about restriction—it’s about freedom. In this episode, Stina and Padre dive into the virtue of discipline, and by using the inspiring example of Br. Anthony Freeman, they explore how it shapes our moral, mental, and physical lives.    00:00 – 01:15 = Introduction and Overview (The Virtue of Discipline). 01:16 – 04:00 = The Meaning of Discipline: Learning vs. Punishment. 04:01 – 07:20 = Biblical Understanding of Discipline and God’s Guidance. 07:21 – 10:30 = Brother Anthony Freeman: A Life of Disciplined Virtue. 10:31 – 14:00 = The Balance Between Discipline and Extremism. 14:01 – 17:10 = The Three Aspects of Genuine Discipline. 17:11 – 20:30 = Fortitude and Perseverance in Developing Discipline. 20:31 – 23:15 = Building Habits: Small Steps to Long-Term Growth. 23:16 – 26:00 = Common Excuses and Overcoming Challenges. 26:01 – 28:15 = Spiritual Discipline and the Role of Prayer. 28:16 – 29:58 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing Remarks).   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Are great relationships built on compatibility or commitment? In this episode of Living Fullness, Stina and Padre break down the modern myths surrounding compatibility and explore why commitment is the foundation of lasting relationships.   Timestamps for questions/topic changes in Episode 2 (Compatibility vs. Commitment): 00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction and Overview (Compatibility vs. Commitment). 01:11 – 04:00 = Story of a Couple Facing Incompatibility and Divorce. 04:01 – 07:15 = Cultural Beliefs About Compatibility and Relationship Success. 07:16 – 10:20 = The Reality of Changing Interests and Personal Growth in Relationships. 10:21 – 13:00 = Core Values vs. Hobbies: What Really Matters in Long-Term Commitment. 13:01 – 16:00 = The Importance of Pre-Marriage Counseling and Shared Goals. 16:01 – 18:31 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing Remarks).   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Honesty isn’t just about telling the truth—it’s about living truthfully. In this episode of the Living Fullness Podcast, Stina and Padre explore the virtue of honesty through St. Joseph’s example - the Silent Knight.   00:00 – 01:15 = Introduction and Overview (Virtue of Honesty). 01:16 – 03:50 = Honesty and Its Connection to Justice and Fortitude. 03:51 – 07:00 = The Challenge of Honesty in a Culture of Relativism. 07:01 – 10:20 = Jesus as a Sign of Contradiction and Our Call to Truth. 10:21 – 13:30 = Honesty and Identity: Living in Truth vs. Obscuring Reality. 13:31 – 16:15 = The Role of Honesty in Relationships and Mental Well-being. 16:16 – 18:45 = St. Joseph’s Example of Honest and Courageous Discernment. 18:46 – 20:30 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Book Recommendation and Parish Reflection). 20:31 – 21:22 = Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this episode, Stina and Padre recap their year, the difficulties, the trials and the graces received and reveal their word of the year and how that played out.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction and Context (Christmas and New Year). 01:11 – 04:00 = Sharing Christmas Traditions and Celebrations. 04:01 – 07:15 = Reflecting on Last Year’s Christmas and Its Challenges. 07:16 – 10:30 = The Joy of Christmas: Embracing the Season Fully. 10:31 – 13:45 = Understanding the Christmas Octave and Catholic Traditions. 13:46 – 16:40 = Word of the Year: How to Choose and Its Importance. 16:41 – 19:30 = Personal Reflections on the Word “Content” and Its Lessons. 19:31 – 22:15 = Personal Reflections on the Word “Abundance” and Its Challenges. 22:16 – 25:20 = Key Takeaways: Trust, Grace, and Superabundance. 25:21 – 26:52 = Christmas Blessings and Closing Remarks.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/ Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Join Stina and Padre as they dive into the wisdom of living in the present, inspired by the words of Mother Teresa: “Each moment is all we need, not more.”    Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:20 = Introduction and Overview (Living in the Moment). 01:21 – 04:30 = The Cultural Shift: From YOLO to Authentic Presence. 04:31 – 08:00 = The Danger of Losing the Moment While Capturing It. 08:01 – 11:15 = Mother Teresa’s Teaching: Be Happy in the Present. 11:16 – 14:40 = Happiness Beyond Circumstances: Anchoring in God. 14:41 – 18:00 = Nostalgia vs. Embracing the Present Moment. 18:01 – 21:30 = Seasons of Life: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn. 21:31 – 24:20 = Identifying Your Spiritual Season and Finding Growth. 24:21 – 27:11 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing Remarks).   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry  

In this episode, Stina and Padre tackle the challenging notion of “God gives his hardest battles to his toughest soldiers.” They explore the complexities of suffering and what it truly means to carry our crosses.    Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:20 = Introduction and Context (Exploring the Popular Quote). 01:21 – 05:00 = Initial Reactions to the Quote and Its Sentiment. 05:01 – 08:45 = The Theology of Carrying the Cross: Invitation, Not Imposition. 08:46 – 12:10 = Understanding Suffering in God’s Plan. 12:11 – 15:30 = Offering Suffering as a Radical Form of Love. 15:31 – 18:50 = Walking With Others in Their Suffering. 18:51 – 21:20 = The Importance of Timing and Compassion in Offering Encouragement. 21:21 – 23:40 = Key Takeaways: God’s Role in Suffering and Accompaniment. 23:41 – 24:14 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing).   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this thought-provoking episode, Stina and Padre delve into the delicate balance between selflessness and people-pleasing.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:15 = Introduction and Overview (Selflessness vs. People Pleasing). 01:16 – 03:50 = Defining Selflessness and People Pleasing. 03:51 – 07:00 = The Core Difference: Intention and Identity. 07:01 – 10:15 = Biblical Insights: Jesus’ Example of Selflessness. 10:16 – 13:20 = The Challenges of Relationships With People Pleasers. 13:21 – 16:00 = Compassion for People Pleasers: Understanding Their Root Struggles. 16:01 – 19:15 = Healthy Relationships and Speaking the Truth in Love. 19:16 – 22:00 = Practical Steps to Move From People Pleasing to Authentic Relationships. 22:01 – 24:28 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing Remarks).   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

We discuss three key themes on the journey to peace and virtue - on compassionate presence in others’ suffering, balancing patience with expectations, and why we shouldn’t rush our growth in virtue.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:15 = Introduction and Overview of Part 3. 01:16 – 04:00 = Compassion vs. Losing Peace Over Another’s Suffering. 04:01 – 07:15 = The Importance of Staying Present Without Taking on Others’ Pain. 07:16 – 10:30 = Patience With Others’ Shortcomings and Maintaining Interior Peace. 10:31 – 13:20 = Overcoming Impatience With Ourselves and Embracing God’s Mercy. 13:21 – 16:00 = Learning to Trust God’s Timing and Avoiding Hasty Self-Reliance. 16:01 – 18:45 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections). 18:46 – 20:23 = Closing Remarks and Patreon Announcement.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Stina and Padre unpack the link between trust, surrender, and true inner peace. They explore how fear and self-reliance keep us restless and why true peace comes from trusting God’s providence.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction and Context (Overview of Part 2). 01:11 – 04:20 = Addressing Fear and Restlessness as Obstacles to Peace. 04:21 – 07:40 = Misplaced Reliance on Human Effort vs. Trust in God. 07:41 – 10:15 = God’s Providence: Learning to Experience Divine Fidelity. 10:16 – 13:30 = Taking the Leap of Faith and Making Space for God’s Action. 13:31 – 16:50 = Trusting in God’s Provision and Avoiding Worry. 16:51 – 19:30 = Abandonment to God and Letting Go of Attachments. 19:31 – 22:15 = Distinguishing Abandonment from Losing Oneself. 22:16 – 25:00 = Summary and Practical Steps to Make Space for God. 25:01 – 27:15 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections and Closing).   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Stina and Padre dive into another book study with Fr Jacques Philippe: 'Searching for and Maintaining Peace', exploring what it really means to find inner calm in a chaotic world.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:20 = Introduction and Overview of Book Study. 01:21 – 04:00 = Book Structure and Key Themes of Part 1. 04:01 – 07:15 = Importance of Interior Peace in Christian Life. 07:16 – 10:45 = Spiritual Combat in a Book on Peace: A Surprising Theme. 10:46 – 14:10 = Reasons We Lose Our Peace and Recognizing Those Reasons. 14:11 – 17:20 = Goodwill as the Foundation for Interior Peace. 17:21 – 20:30 = Self-Knowledge: Understanding Ourselves for Greater Peace. 20:31 – 23:40 = Misunderstandings About Peace and Suffering. 23:41 – 26:15 = The Christian Approach to Suffering and Transformation. 26:16 – 27:49 = Closing Remarks and Preview for Next Episode.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this episode Stina and Padre dive into the virtue of generosity, as a fruit of the spirit how it stems from justice and exploring how it reflects God's character and how we can cultivate it in our daily lives.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:10 = Introduction and Context (Generosity as a Fruit of the Spirit). 01:11 – 03:30 = Gifts vs. Fruits of the Spirit and Their Role in Virtue Formation. 03:31 – 06:00 = Generosity Beyond Finances: Giving Time, Talent, and Presence. 06:01 – 08:45 = Justice and Piety as the Foundations of Generosity. 08:46 – 11:30 = Personal Examples of Generosity: Stories from Family Life. 11:31 – 14:00 = Trusting in God’s Generosity and Giving Without Fear. 14:01 – 16:15 = Humility and the Challenge of Receiving Generosity. 16:16 – 18:40 = Practical Steps to Foster Generosity and Overcome Bitterness. 18:41 – 20:30 = Reflecting on Opportunities to Be Generous This Week. 20:31 – 22:29 = Closing Remarks and Book Study Announcement.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

Stina and Padre explore the difference between yoga and stretching, shedding light on why yoga, as a spiritual practice, and other spiritual practices and items are incompatible with Christian beliefs.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 05:21 = Introduction and Context (Overview of Modesty). 05:22 – 07:42 = Misunderstandings and Extremes in Modesty. 07:43 – 11:50 = Scriptural Insights on Modesty (Adam and Eve in Genesis). 11:51 – 20:22 = The Role of Modesty Across Cultures and Time. 20:23 – 22:44 = Modesty in Speech, Thoughts, and Actions: Men and Women. 22:45 – 26:05 = Practical Applications: Modesty in Church and Sunday Best. 26:06 – 29:28 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections). 29:29 – 29:37 = Closing Remarks.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry

In this episode Stina and Padre delve into the topic of pre-nuptial agreements (prenups) and how they align (or don’t) with the Christian understanding of marriage. They explore the reasons why couples may consider a prenup, the spiritual implications, and what the Church teaches about marriage as a lifelong covenant.   Timestamps: 00:00 – 05:21 = Introduction and Context (Overview of Prenups). 01:11 – 03:50 = The Concept of Prenups and Why People Consider Them. 03:51 – 07:00 = Prenups and Trust: How They Impact Commitment in Marriage. 07:01 – 11:00 = Covenant vs. Contract: Marriage as a Lifelong Commitment. 11:01 – 14:45 = Trust Issues and the False Belief that It Can't Be Repaired. 14:46 – 18:30 = Prenups and Covenant: Why They Are Incompatible with Marriage. 18:31 – 21:50 = Financial Anxiety: Addressing the Root Cause Instead of Prenups. 21:51 – 24:40 = The Importance of Pre-Marriage Counseling and Relationship Investment. 24:41 – 28:00 = Common Arguments for Prenups (Financial Security, Feminism). 28:01 – 30:10 = Biblical Reflection: Luke 12:32-34 (Where Is Your Treasure?). 30:11 – 33:00 = Summary: Don't Do Prenups, Focus on Building the Relationship. 33:01 – 35:00 = Truth, Beauty, and Goodness Segment (Personal Reflections). 35:01 – 36:10 = Closing Remarks.   - A Virtue Ministry Podcast - Please find all the information of todays episode in the show notes below: https://www.virtueministry.org.au/podcast/podcast-notes/  Subscribe or Follow the Podcast and help us share our mission. Join our Community on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/LivingFullness) for exclusive content, behind the scenes, merch and MORE, and watch our guest interviews on our YouTube Channel.  Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @virtue.ministry and @livingfullness_ AND Facebook: Virtue Ministry