Breaking Bread: Stories of Faith & Conversion

Where Is God in My Grief?

Where is God when life hurts? In this deeply personal episode of Breaking Bread, Anthony Vazquez joins us for an honest conversation about grief, faith, music, Our Lady, and learning to trust God through life's most difficult seasons. Many at Our Lady of Lourdes Church know Anthony as the voice behind the Responsorial Psalm at Mass, but tonight he shares the deeper story behind his faith journey, the role music has played in his life, and what he has learned about God's presence in times of suffering and loss. Whether you're carrying grief, walking through a difficult season, or simply searching for hope, this conversation is a reminder that God has not abandoned you—and that even in our hardest moments, He continues to walk beside us. Recorded live at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Miami, Florida. 🌐 Website: https://www.BreakingBreadShow.com [https://www.BreakingBreadShow.com] 📱 Instagram & Facebook: @breakingbreadradio

Are You Using God’s Gift for You… or for Him?

In Episode 36 of Breaking Bread: Stories of Faith & Conversion, we sit down with our brother and primo, JC Beltran, for a real conversation about gifts, purpose and what it truly means to use what God has given you for something greater than yourself. Together, we ask the question: Are you using God’s gift for you… or for Him? We also open the vault for the very first “Breaking Bread Hall of Fun,” revisiting some of the funniest and most unforgettable moments in show history before diving into a deeper conversation about calling, ministry, Emmaus, and learning to surrender your gifts back to God. Recorded LIVE at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Miami, Florida. 🌐 www.BreakingBreadShow.com [http://www.BreakingBreadShow.com] 📸 Instagram & Facebook: @breakingbreadradio 🎙️ Radio Maria: www.radiomaria.us [http://www.radiomaria.us]

Is Being a Good Catholic Enough?

In Episode 35 of Breaking Bread: Stories of Faith & Conversion, we sit down with Jose Zabalo — longtime servant, retreat leader, head usher at Our Lady of Lourdes, and one of the quiet forces behind countless retreats and ministry events — for a real conversation about faith, service, and what happens when your relationship with God becomes personal. Tonight’s episode asks a simple but powerful question: Is being a good Catholic enough? Jose shares how attending his first retreat over 15 years ago changed the way he saw prayer, service, and his relationship with Jesus. Together, we talk about moving from routine faith into real encounter, the hidden sacrifices behind ministry, serving through Emmaus and Communities of the New Evangelization, and even his recent pilgrimage to Lourdes, France. Plus: the first-ever Breaking Bread “Retreat Draft” 😂 Recorded LIVE at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Miami, Florida. 🌐 www.BreakingBreadShow.com [http://www.BreakingBreadShow.com] 📸 Instagram & Facebook: @breakingbreadradio 🎙️ Radio Maria: www.radiomaria.us [http://www.radiomaria.us]

What Does It Mean to Give Your Heart to Jesus?

In this episode of Breaking Bread, we’re joined by our brother Mr. Angel Figueroa, O.P. as we dive into the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the powerful invitation behind it. This isn’t just about understanding something deeper in your faith—it’s about living it. We talk about where this devotion comes from, what the Sacred Heart represents, and how consecration moves your relationship with God from something you know… to something you actually live. If you’ve ever said “I’ve given my heart to God” but weren’t sure what that really looks like—this conversation is for you. Angel also walks us through the upcoming 33-day consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus through Consecrati and how you can take that next step in your spiritual life. Learn more and get started at: www.Consecrati.com [http://www.Consecrati.com] Follow them on Instagram: @Consecrati.vita Stay connected with us: Instagram: @breakingbreadradio Website: BreakingBreadShow.com

Is There Ever a Good Reason to Walk Away… or Is God Still Working?

When marriage gets hard… what do you do? In this episode, Wadi and Jackie Barreto share their real journey through struggle, distance, and rediscovering their relationship through faith. Now serving in the Retrouvaille marriage retreat, they help couples at every stage—whether you’re facing challenges or simply want to strengthen your marriage. A powerful reminder that even when things feel broken… God is still working. 📍 Retrouvaille: https://www.marriagerediscovery.org/ [https://www.marriagerediscovery.org/] 📲 Follow us: @breakingbreadradio 🌐 BreakingBreadShow.com 📻 Recorded live at Our Lady of Lourdes, Miami on Radio Maria