The Abundant Catholic

Explore the profound impact of the father wound on personal and spiritual development, healing through Christ, and the importance of inner healing and forgiveness. Featuring Bob Allen Kroll, author of The Father Wound and Beyond, and founder of With All Your Heart Institute. In this heartfelt conversation, Bob Kroll shares his journey of healing from father wounds he was unaware of much of his life, until the Holy Spirit intervened in a powerful way while on retreat. , Melissa & Bob discuss the importance of forgiveness, living in the truth of God's love, and healing from generational wounds. They explore how inner healing transforms lives, relationships, and future generations, emphasizing the power of God's grace and the sacrament of reconciliation. Listen for more!Show notes:👉 With all Your Heart Institute 🎙️Bob’s Podcast: 5 Minutes to Impact Mancast📗 Bob’s Book: The Father Wound & BeyondRecommended Books & Resources:📙 John Eldridge’s Wild at Heart Book📍John Paul II Healing Center Retreats⛰️ Rising Ember's Men's Mountain Retreat📩 The Abundant Catholic’s Resources❤️‍🔥 Melissa & Anthony’s Healing Testimony ✨ Song: Stupid Deep by John BellionFather Wound, Healing, Forgiveness, Inner Healing, Spiritual Growth, Catholic Faith, Generational Patterns, Emotional Healing, Christ's Love, Personal Transformation Father wound, forgiveness, inner healing, God's love, reconciliation, spiritual growth, healing journey, Catholic faith, family healing, emotional freedomSupport the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

This episode brings a powerful witness to hope for healing for all individuals and couples no matter the circumstance. Anthony and Melissa share their personal & marital testimony of how God took them out of the grave and into His abundant freedom. Their vulnerable testimonies reflect on the difficulty in overcoming dysfunctional family systems, generational abuse, childhood sexual trauma, same-sex attraction, and much more. They authentically share their hearts in hopes that others feel less alone, and that they too can let go and let God into the darkest, and deepest places where it seems light has yet to touch, knowing that hope is here, and healing is on the horizon. Following the personal testimony, Anthony and Melissa share the biblical testimony of The Woman at the Well. After reading the scripture verse, they invite listeners to enter into a deeper reflection and powerful guided prayer meditation, inviting participants to encounter Christ in a new way that will leave a lasting impression and forever transformation.*✨ Key TakeawaysTestimonies serve as a witness of hope and healing.Generational patterns and traumas can impact personal identity and ways of relating.Healing is a lifelong journey that requires effort, intention, and support.Faith plays a crucial role in the healing process.Vulnerability is essential for true connection and encounter.The importance of bringing wounds into the light for healing for integration and regulation to happen.Christ's love and mercy are central to personal transformation.The journey of healing can lead to deeper intimacy in relationships to Christ, and with each other.It’s never too late to begin being honest with yourself. Episode Extras⬇️ Download the Booklet here🎥 Watch The Chosen scene of The Woman at the Well📖 Download Anthony & Melissa’s eBook Testimony He Makes a Way here👉 Visit our website to find support for the journey ahead!♥️ And please share this with a friend and leave a review!*Episode Correction: the Samaritan woman was known to have 5 husbands, and the last one was not her husband (not 4 as mentioned in this episode).Support the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

In this episode of The Abundant Catholic Podcast, Melissa invites Fr. Chris Shofner, a Catholic priest from Le Sueur, MN and the Spiritual Advisor for The Abundant Catholic to explore the profound topic of forgiveness. Fr. Chris shares his personal journey with forgiveness, the obstacles he faced, and the transformative power it holds. This podcast emphasizes the importance of opening ourselves to God's grace and one another for support in the journey of healing.The conversation delves into the relationship between identity and forgiveness, highlighting how our inner freedom can be impacted by our ability to forgive and surrender. Fr. Chris shares his profound journey of healing through forgiveness, exploring the nuances of reconciliation, the importance of confronting truth, and the necessity of setting boundaries. He emphasizes the process of forgiving oneself and others, illustrating how these acts lead to spiritual growth and renewal. The discussion highlights the significance of understanding one's identity in Christ and that healing requires vulnerability and openness to God's grace. In the end, we are reminded that forgiveness has fruits (just as unforgiveness does) and that ultimately healing comes from total surrender to God, the just judge.This episode is warm, real, and inviting, making it a critical listen for those seeking deeper restoration from past wounds and desiring wholeness and freedom. ➡️Watch the video on Youtube!✨Episode Takeaways:Forgiveness is a personal choice and a decision of the heart.Obstacles to forgiveness often stem from deep-seated resentment and anger.The journey of forgiveness is not a one-time event but a continuous process.Personal accompaniment & community play a crucial role in the healing process.Forgiveness requires surrendering our need for control and justice.The fruits of forgiveness include peace, compassion, and renewed relationships.Setting boundaries is essential for healing and trust.Self-forgiveness is as important as forgiving others.Compassion for oneself is crucial in the healing journey.Forgiveness is a form of redemptive suffering.🔗Episode Links:Anthony & Melissa's personal Testimony eBook: He Makes a WayThe Seed is Sleepy Children's Book* Hinds Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard***Amazon affiliate links offer us a small kickback with purchase at no additional cost to you. **Episode correction on author name and that it is an allegorical book, not an analogy. ❤️Episode Sponsor: HELP Pregnancy Aid - Empowering women to choose LIFE in life's difficult circumstances. Support HELP by Support the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

Join us for an inspiring conversation with special guest John Sohl, Director of Discipleship at Family Renewal Project, as we explore what it means to transform your home into a sacred space—a true domestic church. John shares his incredible journey of faith, from his childhood foundation to his work helping families discover who they are in Christ, and enter more fully into the beauty of Theology of the Body. Together, we dive into the sacredness of family life- in it's messiness and glory, discussing how to welcome Christ into your home even when it's hard, how the Saints can become your closest friends, and why interior healing is essential to building a holy family.Discover how to counter the culture's lies with truth by integrating faith into everyday life at home and experience the abundant freedom Christ offers.👉 What This Episode Covers:The Domestic Church as SanctuaryPractical Ways to Integrate Faith at HomeThe Holy Family as Your ModelThe Saints as Your Best FriendsHealing and RedemptionThe Triumph of the Heart✨ Digital eBook! (free for a limited time- so snag yours now!)⬇️ Download our 30+ page guide: "Building Your Domestic Church: Integrating Faith Into Everyday Life at Home" You’ll find:Ways to bring your faith into your homeLiturgical living ideasThe 15 Promises of the RosarySacramentals for your homeDiscount codes for Catholic ShopsAnd so much more!🎧 Listen to John’s Podcast, Spirit and Spire (featuring interviews with Peter Kreeft, Fr. Adam Potter, and more!)👉 Learn more about John’s work at Family Renewal Project and check out the MAXIMIZE Retreat here!📚Recommended Resources:The Good News About Sex and Marriage by Christopher WestBut When I Fly by Shannon AidesTheology of the Body Institute coursesTriumph of the Heart filmProduced by Saint Kolbe StudiosCatholic Family CrateCatholic Family Crate offers simple and fun resources to help families build their faith at home.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

In this episode of the Abundant Catholic Podcast, host Melissa Krupp, addresses the challenging topic of pornography addiction within a marriage. She shares her personal experiences and insights on the pain of betrayal, the difficulties it can cause, and a Catholic's approach on what to do, what not to do, and 3 steps you can take now to begin healing today. With a heart full of compassion, she emphasizes the critical need for prayer, setting boundaries, and entering into the stages of betrayal and not avoiding them. The conversation offers hope and practical guidance for those navigating the complexities of addictions within their marriage recovery. This episode is packed full of insights and recovery tools, not just to support yourself in the healing journey, but also your spouse, and your family- leaving you with a lasting foundation built upon Christ for the generations to come.👉 Read the Blog for this Podcast👉 Get your FREE Sexual Healing Book List👉 Victory by Covenant Eyes App: Use Code LIVEFREE or click here for 30 days free (must use code in browser, will not apply using a mobile devices)👉 Hopes Garden Support Groups for betrayed spouses (both men & women)👉 Restored Retreat with Made New Ministry (a fully integrated  healing experience)✨ Bonus Book Consecration to Christ the Bridegroom: Enthroning Christ as the King of Your Heart ✨⬇️ More on Victory by Covenant Eyes ⬇️Want to protect the digital devices in your home? Victory by Covenant Eyes provides a clear view into the digital behavior of those in your household. Its Screen Accountability technology scans each screen, analyzing it for explicit content. It blocks concerning images and places them in a report so that an ally can help someone who may be struggling. It also reports when everything is okay. We’re excited to share that Covenant Eyes is offering our listeners 30 days free when you sign up using our promo code LIVEFREE. Whether you're concerned about online safety for yourself, your spouse, or your children, Covenant Eyes has your back with its powerful Screen Accountability and filtering services.Not only do they provide peace of mind by monitoring and reporting digital activity in a way that's both effective and respectful of privacy, the Victory App also offers free resources to guide your understanding of why people get stuck in pornography and what you can do to help.Take advantage of this exclusive offer and start protecting yourself and your loved ones today. Support the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

Disclaimer: this episode contains mature contentIn this episode of the Abundant Catholic Podcast, Melissa explores St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body- zooming in on Spousal Love and the mystery of the inmost self. She gets raw & real as she shares her personal journey of healing from childhood sexual trauma and how it has had a great impact on her marriage journey and in her husband's life. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing how knowledge of the Theology of the Body is essential for a deepening of the spousal union and interior awareness.This episode touches on the subjects of God as the ultimate source of fulfillment, entering into deeper intimacy with your spouse, the role of spousal love in marriage, the universal longing, and how letting Christ into our fragmented and wounded parts is vital for a healthy marriage and family future.🔗 Links from the show: TOB Institute offers classes to further educationLover of the Light music video by Mumford and Sons & PDF Worksheet to go with📚Book Recommendations: Consecration to Christ the Bridegroom: Enthroning Christ as the King of Your Heart by Laura Ercolino 33 Days to Morning Glory: A Do-It-Yourself Retreat in Preparation for Marian Consecration by Fr. Michael Gaitley✨FREE Educational Materials:TOB Match Game for Kids TOB Coloring Book for KidsTOB Book List for Individuals, Couples, Parents, & ChildrenSupport the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

In this podcast episode, Melissa emphasizes the importance of renewal of the mind and the journey to inner healing as Catholic Christians. She invites listeners to enter through the gate of Jesus Christ so as not to risk missing true healing. By offering scriptural foundations surrounding such renewal, she discusses the process of inner healing and getting in touch with our inmost being by understanding our inner parts, accessing feelings, guarding our hearts, taking thoughts captive, and learning to stay in the present moment. She speaks into the cross as a path to renewal and suffering as being a part of the restoration process. This episode is packed full of real life examples as she encourages listeners to not fear the fire of renewal, as the radiance of God's love is brighter, knowing that freedom is in store for each one of us!📚Book Recomendations: Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life - by Henry Cloud & John TownsendBe Healed: A Guide to Encountering the Powerful Love of Jesus in Your Life - by Dr. Bob SchuchtsLitanies of the Heart: Relieving Post-Traumatic Stress and Calming Anxiety through Healing our Parts🌟Bonus Advent Book:Behold: A Guided Advent Journal for Prayer Meditation - by Sr. Miriam James Heidland"In this beautiful guided journal for prayer and meditation, Sr. Miriam James Heidland... will walk with you as you explore familial wounds with the help of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph."Support the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

Maybe you are asking: How can I have a closer, more personal relationship with God? What does having an intimate relationship with God mean? In this episode of The Abundant Catholic Podcast, Melissa takes us through what living in a real relationship with God takes. She discusses the importance of seeking God, better understanding His nature, and the necessity of obedience in our spiritual journey. Through personal reflections, Melissa emphasizes that knowing ourselves is crucial to knowing God. She provides practical steps to deepen our relationship with Him and highlights the transformative power of prayer. Have a listen for more!🎵 Bonus Song: Run to the Father by Cody Carnes 📚Book Recomendations: 33 Days Days to Greater Glory: A total Consecration to the Father Through Jesus Based on the Gospel of John - by Fr. Michael E. GaitleyThe Way of the Rosary: A Journey with Mary Through Scripture, Liturgy, and Life - by Shannon WendtLet Beauty Speak: The Art of Being Human in a Culture of Noise - by Jimmy MitchellSupport the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

In this inaugural episode of the Abundant Catholic Podcast, Melissa shares her journey of faith and the mission behind the podcast. She emphasizes the importance of living in abundance through her personal testimony of transformation and healing. The episode invites you to explore your relationship with Christ and encourages you to embrace the fullness of life that God offers each one of us, despite the challenges and crosses we may face. We all need  support in the journey of faith & freedom, so take the risk and be encouraged: tune in, it's time to step into the deep with God.✨TakeawaysThe Abundant Catholic Podcast sprouted from personal testimony.Living in abundance is a conscious choice and a process.Obedience to God leads to true freedom and fulfillment.Christ offers us life in abundance, not just in Heaven, but now.The journey of faith involves taking risks and stepping out of comfort zones.Community support is vital in the spiritual journey.Healing and transformation are possible through Christ.You aren't alone in the real-life struggles, there is hope. Support the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us

The world needs the authentic YOU now more than ever. Many individuals and families are suffering from the stacking difficulties of personal hardships, broken relationships, disordered desires, addictions, and our own fallenness. Some of us may even be saying "This isn't how I imagined my life to be." Many of us feel stuck in the same cycles that play out over and over again. Which is where God comes in, and is what this podcast is all about- the FREEDOM that Christ offers each one of us through his life, death, and resurrection. If you're an intentional Catholic who is ready to enter into the deep and into REAL relationship with God- then this podcast is for you! In this podcast you will find relatable content on Catholic faith, marriage, and family to help you live more fully as the man or woman God made you to be. Join us for bi-weekly episodes that will offer valuable insights, relatable real-life stories, intentionally crafted content (and of course some good laughs!) so that you can be supported in the journey to freedom. You don't want to miss this friend! Get ready, because you are in for a REAL adventure! Support the showFollow us on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Join our NewsletterBook a FREE Coaching ConsultSchedule a FREE Inner Healing SessionFree ResourcesCheck out the BlogRead our TestimonyWork with us