Just An Average Catholic - Pursuing Holiness in Ordinary Life

In Episode 11 of Just An Average Catholic, we explore one of the most important questions in the spiritual life: How do you recognize the voice of God?Is it a feeling? A thought? A sense of peace? Or something else entirely?God is always speaking—but discerning His voice from our own thoughts, emotions, or outside noise can be challenging.In this episode, we break down what discernment really looks like, how God often communicates in subtle ways, and how patience, prayer, and formation help us recognize His guidance more clearly.If you’ve ever questioned whether God is leading you, struggled to make a decision, or wanted greater clarity in your faith journey—this episode is for you.Learning to recognize His voice doesn’t happen overnight…but it changes everything when you do.

Episode 10 – God Forms Us SlowlyWe live in a world that expects quick results, clear answers, and immediate progress.But spiritual growth usually doesn’t happen that way.In this episode of Just an Average Catholic, we reflect on patience, trust, and the quiet ways God works over time.Through Scripture, personal reflection, and the reminder that God has a good plan for each of us, we’re invited to trust His timing—even when we don’t yet understand the path ahead.Because what feels delayed may not be denied.It may be developing something lasting.And sometimes, God forms us slowly because He is forming something deeper.

Faith is not only something we believe, pray, or learn.It is something we live.In this episode of Just an Average Catholic, I reflect on how serving others can become more than an act of charity — it can become an encounter with Christ.Drawing from my experience with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, I share how the simple act of being present can bring dignity, compassion, and hope to those who are struggling.Because sometimes the greatest gift we offer is not a solution…but our presence.And sometimes the person we came to help…helps us see things more clearly.

Many of us want to understand Scripture more deeply… but sometimes it can feel confusing, distant, or difficult to apply to everyday life.What if we’re not meant to do it alone?In this episode of Just an Average Catholic, we reflect on how listening to Scripture with others can open new insight, deepen faith, and reveal how God still speaks personally through His Word today.Because the same Gospel passage can speak differently to each person — not by accident, but by design.God knows what each heart needs.And sometimes, we hear His voice most clearly… when we listen together.

In this episode of Just an Average Catholic, I reflect on what it means to discover your faith all over again.For many of us, faith begins as something we learn—through school, catechism, or routine. But at some point, we’re invited to experience it more personally.Drawing from the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13–35), I explore how faith often deepens not through sudden clarity, but through a quiet interior movement—when something within us begins to stir as we encounter God through Scripture.I also share how spending time with the Sunday readings—and listening to others reflect on them—began to change the way I experienced Mass, moving from routine to recognition.And finally, I connect this journey to lived faith through my work with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, where encountering others in need becomes another way of recognizing Christ.This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen differently, and notice how God may already be at work in your life—often in ways you don’t immediately recognize.Because sometimes, the first sign of growth in faith… is simply a heart that begins to respond.https://comelordjesus.com #spiritualgrowth #faithjourney #catholicspirituality #catholicfaith #catholicpodcast #spiritualencouragement #faithineverdaylife #growinginfaith

Prayer is something most of us want to do more consistently…But it doesn’t always come easily.We feel busy.Distracted.Unsure of what to say.And sometimes, prayer becomes something we intend to do — but struggle to make part of our daily lives.In this episode of Just an Average Catholic, we reflect on why prayer can feel difficult and how it often comes down not to time, but to priority.Through Scripture and personal reflection, we’re reminded that prayer is not about saying the perfect words…It’s about making space for a relationship. Our relationship with God.Because we don’t find time for prayer —we make space for it.#spiritualgrowth #faithjourney #catholicspirituality #catholicfaith #catholicpodcast #spiritualencouragement #faithineverdaylife #growinginfaith

Many of us want to grow in our faith… but the idea of spiritual growth can sometimes feel overwhelming.We think it requires dramatic change — more prayer, more discipline, more effort.But what if growth happens in a much simpler way?In this episode of Just an Average Catholic, we reflect on how faith is shaped not through big moments, but through small, consistent habits practiced over time.Through the words of Jesus — “Whoever is faithful in small matters will be faithful in great ones” — we’re reminded that holiness grows quietly through daily faithfulness.Because spiritual transformation doesn’t happen all at once…It happens one small step at a time.#spiritualgrowth #faithjourney #catholicspirituality #catholicfaith #catholicpodcast #spiritualencouragement #faithineverdaylife #growinginfaith

The middle of Lent can be an honest moment.The enthusiasm of Ash Wednesday has faded, and many of us begin to wonder how our Lenten commitments are really going.In this episode of Just an Average Catholic, we reflect on the grace of beginning again through the Gospel story of the Prodigal Son.Because Lent is not about proving ourselves to God — it’s about returning to Him.And wherever we find ourselves right now, we can always take one small step closer to the Father.Just an Average Catholic is a podcast about pursuing holiness in ordinary life through reflection, Scripture, and small acts of everyday faithfulness.#spiritualgrowth #faithjourney #catholicspirituality #catholicfaith #catholicpodcast #spiritualencouragement #faithineverdaylife #growinginfaith

Many Catholics don’t reject holiness — they quietly disqualify themselves from it.In this episode of Just an Average Catholic, we explore the subtle habit of comparing our faith to the people around us. Whether it’s someone who seems to pray more, know more, or serve more visibly, comparison can slowly turn spiritual formation into spiritual performance.But the Gospel tells a different story.Through the parable of the workers in the vineyard, we’re reminded that God’s grace isn’t distributed competitively — it’s personal. Your journey of faith isn’t meant to look like anyone else’s.Holiness is not a competition.It’s a relationship.In this episode we reflect on:• Why comparison shows up so easily in our faith lives• How comparison quietly causes us to step back spiritually• Why God forms each of us differently• One simple practice to help refocus our spiritual growthIf you’ve ever felt like you’re “behind” spiritually, this conversation is for you.Because God is not forming the person next to you.He is forming you.#spiritualgrowth #faithjourney #catholicspirituality #catholicfaith #catholicpodcast #spiritualencouragement #faithineverdaylife #growinginfaith

In this episode, we discuss the misconceptions people have about holiness. We delve into why holiness isn't reserved for just a few. Many people don't believe they are worthy to become holy, and that's just not the case. We're all called by God to be holy - it's just that many people don't know where to begin. #spiritualgrowth #faithjourney #catholicspirituality #catholicfaith #catholicpodcast #spiritualencouragement #faithineverdaylife #growinginfaith

This is the inaugural episode of Just An Average Catholic, a podcast about pursuing holiness in ordinary life. It's designed to lay the foundation for a series of conversations about what an average Catholic person can do to increase their spirituality and holiness in their daily lives. No matter where you are in your faith journey, you can always find additional ways to grow closer in your personal relationship with God our Father and his Son, Jesus Christ. It's my hope that you will be inspired to join me as we grow in our faith - together.#spiritualgrowth #faithjourney #catholicspirituality #catholicfaith #catholicpodcast #spiritualencouragement #faithineverdaylife #growinginfaith