From This Kneeler

Join me, and my oldest, Christian for an unfiltered, unedited and totally candid conversational interview as we talk 2nd grade, preparing for his sacraments of reconciliation and first communion and some faith talk! To see more of Christian, be sure to add the podcast to your library and give us a follow on Instagram @fromthiskneeler Midway through the podcast episode we will pause for a brief moment of prayer; praying to Our Lady of Champion using the prayer by Bishop David L. Ricken courtesy of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

This may be a day (several really) late but I promise it won’t fall a dollar short. Saint Sylvester I’s story is one worthy of sharing and listening to any day of the year. Saint Sylvester I, pray for us.  As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

Let’s talk about it - infant baptism. On this episode we will explore baptism, what it is and its significance, why Catholics baptize their babies & of course point to both scripture as well as apostolic/tradition for the authority the church finds to set this precedent for the sacrament. With January 22nd, the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children, set by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to mark the anniversary of Roe v. Wade and pray for life from conception approaching, we will pray together for the unborn, for the sanctity of all life, for parents, and for lawmakers affecting the laws surrounding life.  Midway through the podcast episode we will pause for a brief moment of prayer; praying to Our Lady of Champion using the prayer by Bishop David L. Ricken courtesy of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

Let’s talk about Saint Angela Merici today as we prepare for her feast day which is celebrated on January 27. Join me in learning about her early life, work,  and canonization. And let’s honor her together by praying her Novena beginning on Jan 18 leading up to her feast day.  As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

I promised some tough talks, friends, and this week, it’s time to dig in on one of those. Let’s talk the Holy Bible. This episode will discuss the history of the Bible, how it came to be, and who, how, and why it got changed in the 1500s leading to two different Bibles being widely circulated today; a 73 book Bible and a 66 book Bible. So which is the true Word of God, inspired by the Holy Spirit? Let’s talk about it!  As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

2025. Let’s talk about it! For myself and my family it was a year of heartache, but provision by God over and over. A reminder that earthly death isn’t the end, it’s just a new beginning. That our pain and heartache is okay, and can be given to Christ who is ready to receive it all for us. That as our loved ones depart earth, they join the great cloud of witnesses (Hebrews 12:1) cheering us on as we complete our own faith races. As we walk through 2026, let us remember to give the will for our lives to God and align His will with ours. Amen.  Midway through the podcast episode we will pause for a brief moment of prayer; praying to Our Lady of Champion using the prayer by Bishop David L. Ricken courtesy of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

Meditate in the healing power of surrendering all to Christ, the Lord our God. 

Transform your day with the peace and humility that comes forward through the serenity prayer. 

Buckle up buttercups because this week we are diving in on the topic of the Blessed Mother, Mary. This will be the first episode in what I foresee being it's own little series where I'll dive even deeper into these topics - but for today, let's get the groundwork laid for Mary, Mother of God.  Midway through the podcast episode we will pause for a brief moment of prayer; praying to Our Lady of Champion using the prayer by Bishop David L. Ricken courtesy of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

When the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, crowds of people around the world will be celebrating the new year. However, as people stay out late, shoot off fireworks, and feast, many won’t know that they are participating in traditions honoring an early church pope and saint, St. Sylvester.St. Sylvester served as pope from 314 to 335 A.D. Although this was 1700 years ago, the feats of St. Sylvester’s papacy make him a legendary figure.As pope, St. Sylvester served during the reign of Emperor Constantine. Before Constantine, the emperors had been less than friendly to Christianity, most actively persecuting the early Christians. However, Constantine’s Edict of Milan gave Christians freedom of religion in 313, ushering in a new era for the Church. Let’s talk about it as we reflect on 2025 & look ahead to the renewal of a new year ahead.  As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

Hi and welcome back to another episode from this Kneeler. In this episode, we're going to take a leisurely stroll through the days of the Christmas season, focusing especially on the saints and holy days that mark this sacred time. We'll explore what each day means in our liturgical calendar, delve into the stories and significance behind them, and most importantly, discuss practical ways you can honor these days intentionally in your own life. Whether you're a lifelong Catholic or just curious about our traditions, I hope this inspires you to keep the Christmas spirit alive well into the new year. Midway through the podcast episode we will pause for a brief moment of prayer; praying to Our Lady of Champion using the prayer by Bishop David L. Ricken courtesy of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion. As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

The Luminous Mysteries (also called the Mysteries of Light) of the Rosary focus on the public ministry of Jesus Christ, illuminating His mission and divine nature. They were introduced by Pope St. John Paul II in 2002 and are meditated upon while praying five decades of the Rosary.The five Luminous Mysteries are:The Baptism of Jesus — Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan River, where the Holy Spirit descends like a dove and the Father's voice declares, "This is my beloved Son."The Wedding at Cana — At Mary's request, Jesus performs His first miracle by turning water into wine at a wedding feast, revealing His glory to the disciples.The Proclamation of the Kingdom — Jesus preaches the coming of the Kingdom of God, calling people to repentance and conversion, and teaching through parables and miracles.The Transfiguration — On a mountain, Jesus is transfigured in dazzling light before Peter, James, and John, with Moses and Elijah appearing and the Father's voice affirming Him.The Institution of the Eucharist — At the Last Supper, Jesus institutes the Eucharist, offering His Body and Blood under the forms of bread and wine as a perpetual sacrifice.In the Catholic Church, the Luminous Mysteries are traditionally prayed on Thursdays throughout the year.

The Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary focus on the triumph of Jesus over death and the glorification of Mary. They are meditated upon while praying five decades of the Rosary.The five Glorious Mysteries are:The Resurrection — Jesus rises from the dead on the third day, appearing first to Mary Magdalene and conquering sin and death.The Ascension — Forty days after His Resurrection, Jesus ascends into Heaven body and soul, while promising to send the Holy Spirit.The Descent of the Holy Spirit — At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descends upon the Apostles and Mary in the form of tongues of fire, empowering them to spread the Gospel.The Assumption — At the end of her earthly life, Mary is taken up body and soul into Heaven by God.The Coronation — Mary is crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth by her Son, reigning with Him in glory.In the Catholic Church, the Glorious Mysteries are traditionally prayed on Wednesdays and Sundays throughout the year (with exceptions during Advent/Christmas for Joyful Mysteries and Lent for Sorrowful Mysteries on Sundays).

The Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary focus on the Passion and suffering of Jesus Christ. They are meditated upon while praying five decades of the Rosary.The five Sorrowful Mysteries are:The Agony in the Garden — Jesus prays in Gethsemane, experiencing great anguish as He accepts the Father's will, sweating blood while His disciples sleep.The Scourging at the Pillar — Jesus is brutally whipped by Roman soldiers at Pilate's command.The Crowning with Thorns — Soldiers mock Jesus as "King of the Jews" by placing a crown of thorns on His head and dressing Him in a purple robe.The Carrying of the Cross — Jesus carries His heavy cross to Calvary, falling multiple times along the way, with help from Simon of Cyrene.The Crucifixion — Jesus is nailed to the cross, suffers for three hours, forgives His executioners, and dies, with Mary and John at His side.In the Catholic Church, the Sorrowful Mysteries are traditionally prayed on Tuesdays and Fridays throughout the year, as well as on Sundays during the season of Lent.

The Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary focus on the early life of Jesus and the joys experienced by Mary and Joseph. They are meditated upon while praying five decades of the Rosary.The five Joyful Mysteries are:The Annunciation — The angel Gabriel announces to Mary that she will conceive Jesus by the Holy Spirit.The Visitation — Mary visits her cousin Elizabeth, who is pregnant with John the Baptist, and Elizabeth proclaims Mary's blessedness.The Nativity — Jesus is born in a stable in Bethlehem.The Presentation — Mary and Joseph present the infant Jesus in the Temple, where Simeon and Anna recognize Him as the Messiah.The Finding of Jesus in the Temple — At age 12, Jesus is found in the Temple discussing Scripture with the teachers, after Mary and Joseph search for Him anxiously.In the Catholic Church, the Joyful Mysteries are traditionally prayed on Mondays and Saturdays throughout the year, as well as on Sundays during the Advent and Christmas seasons.

Satan hates marriages and families. Protect your family from His attacks by covering your marriage and family in prayer every single day. If you’re looking for a prayer to incorporate for your marriage, look no further!! 

We are called to pray for one another, and our holy priests are definitely moved by our prayers. Consider adding this prayer to your daily or weekly rotation to cover your parish priests and the Catholic priests around the world under the protection of God. 

In this episode, we will be talking about advent season and how my family is honoring and celebrating advent season, the feast day of Saint Nicholas, and yes, Christmas. I’ll also dive into discussing different seasons of life, the current season that my family finds itself in, and how we can transform the lens that we are using to look at our life to give glory to God. And we will also talk about learning to really lean on God when we feel we have nothing more to give.I also need ideas for Christmas Day meals, so please drop your suggestions and recipes to me over on Instagram @fromthiskneelerThanks so much for joining me and I cannot wait to continue growing and sharing our journeys together.  As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

Hi! Welcome to From This Kneeler, a podcast with Mallory as we journey through motherhood raising the next generation of catholic sons and daughters for Christ our King in a world that would love to see them serving it, rather than Him. In this episode I talk about myself, my family and what to expect as we walk this road together! Thanks for being here.  As we wrap up our time together, let us finish with a powerful prayer invoking our guardian angels, patron saints, Mother Mary, and the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. 

In this triumphant episode, we pray the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary in Petition as part of the traditional 54-Day Rosary Novena. Offering a crown of golden roses to Our Lady of Victory, we meditate on the Resurrection, Ascension, Descent of the Holy Spirit, Assumption, and Coronation of Mary—linking each decade to our earnest intentions, seeking her triumphant intercession for renewal and eternal hope. Join us as we recite the prayers together, reflect on the virtues of faith, hope, charity, devotion to Mary, and eternal joy inspired by these mysteries, and place our petitions in the light of Christ’s glory. Ideal for those in the petition phase of the novena or yearning for resurrection in their own lives.

In this contemplative episode, we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary in Petition during the traditional 54-Day Rosary Novena. Offering a crown of crimson roses to Our Lady of Sorrows, we meditate on the Agony in the Garden, Scourging at the Pillar, Crowning with Thorns, Carrying of the Cross, and Crucifixion—uniting each decade with our deepest intentions, imploring Mary’s compassionate intercession amid suffering. Join us as we recite the prayers together, reflect on the virtues of conformity to God’s will, mortification, moral courage, patience, and selfless love drawn from these mysteries, and lay our burdens at the foot of the Cross. Perfect for those in the petition phase of the novena or seeking strength and consolation in times of trial.

In this peaceful episode, we pray the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary in Petition as part of the traditional 54-Day Rosary Novena. Offering a crown of snow-white roses to Our Lady, we meditate on the Annunciation, Visitation, Nativity, Presentation, and Finding in the Temple—binding each decade with our heartfelt intentions, asking for Mary’s powerful intercession. Join us as we recite the prayers together, reflect on the virtues of humility, charity, poverty, purity, and obedience inspired by these mysteries, and entrust our needs to the Queen of the Holy Rosary. Ideal for those in the petition phase of the novena or seeking joyful hope amid life’s challenges.

Kick off a powerful 54-Day Rosary Novena, diving into its miraculous origins in 1884 when Our Lady of Pompeii appeared to a gravely ill young girl named Fortuna Agrelli in Naples, Italy, promising extraordinary graces for those who pray three novenas in petition followed by three in thanksgiving. We’ll explore the history of this “irresistible” devotion, its connection to the Shrine of Pompeii, and step-by-step guidance on how to pray it—27 days asking for your intention while meditating on the mysteries, and 27 days offering gratitude in advance, trusting in Mary’s intercession. Perfect for anyone seeking deeper faith, urgent needs, or a transformative spiritual journey, this episode equips you to begin your own novena with confidence and hope.

Join me in the waiting as we pray the St. Andrew Christmas Novena Chaplet. This is a prayer designed to be prayed 15x per day from November 30 - Christmas.