The Seven Deadly Sins & Their Remedies: Lust W/ Fr. Dail

Finding Faith Through Trauma: A Journey of Redemption

In this episode of the Desert Wanderers podcast, we welcome Adrienne, who shares her transformative vocation story. From her turbulent childhood to her profound journey back to the Catholic Church, Adrienne opens up about her struggles with trauma, feminism, and the impact of her abortion. Through vulnerability and faith, she has found healing and purpose, inspiring others along the way. Join us for a heartfelt discussion on redemption, community, and the grace of God. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more stories of faith, hope, and community! 👂 Tune in and be inspired! Chapters: (00:00) Desert Wanderers podcast features interviews with priests, religious and laity (02:20) Rachel was baptized Catholic and very active in organized religion (09:49) Rachel Vine says trauma pushed her away from faith and into feminism (16:36) If we look at the history of feminism, really, it was first people seeing injustice (22:46) Some healing that you thought was actually helping wasn't helping you (23:57) You traded love for anger to become addicted to drugs and alcohol (27:27) Adrian, you have a very sensitive child who turned to anger (32:20) The Catholic Church really embraces, almost celebrates suffering, right? (37:09) Using yoga to help with trauma can be very helpful (37:44) As an instructor in trauma, you use yoga to help people find help (45:25) Most of yoga's poses are named after animals or deities (50:05) I am in therapy with a Catholic therapist. It was so necessary for me (53:22) You know, another thing I would like to suggest for people is community building (59:22) You say in 2019 you found yourself pregnant and decided to end abortion (01:06:54) Rachel's Vineyard retreat opened my eyes to abortion's evil (01:07:56) Did your family rally around you at all during this difficult time (01:12:06) Rachel's Vineyard retreat focuses on scandalous women in Christ's ministry (01:19:22) One of the most important parts of the abortion workshop was sharing stories (01:20:54) Adrian Sandpoint came out of a Catholic retreat and became a writer (01:26:27) Adrian, you're godmother to your daughter. Pretty high honor (01:27:26) Natalie: Speaking thing has, it was certainly not my idea (01:32:57) Natalie says pregnancy resource centers can be incredibly helpful during abortion process

Generational Catholicism: Faith & Family Life Catholic Ministries (How to Raise Catholic Children)

In this week's episode of the Desert Wanderers podcast, we continue our Generational Catholicism series with Father Nelson Cintra. Join us as we explore the significance of nurturing faith within families and how to make our Catholic faith truly generational. Father Tim shares insights from his ministry and discusses the vital role of parents in transmitting faith to their children. This episode is a call to action for families to engage in meaningful conversations about faith and create a supportive environment for spiritual growth. Don't miss this enlightening discussion! Chapters: (00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs]) This week is our Generational Catholicism series with Father Nelson Cintra (02:56 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=176s]) Father Tim is a priest of the Diocese of Orange (09:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=559s]) There was a time where we explicitly said that parents were obstacles (16:48 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=1008s]) Child centric conversations of faith are where faith is integrated into life (17:31 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=1051s]) You mentioned the youth group era what did you mean by that? (23:24 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=1404s]) Francis wants to talk about practical ways to help families grow as Catholics (28:50 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=1730s]) The other one that really was helpful was this idea of different parenting styles (31:09 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=1869s]) You grew up in a household with high expectations and high affection (32:29 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=1949s]) David: I think kids need to see their parents care about Faith (39:06 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=2346s]) Charles says parents should talk about faith at home as a family (46:07 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=2767s]) In July, we'll start running this devotion package at our parish (46:33 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=2793s]) What do you offer to families to help with faith formation (51:08 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=3068s]) Father Tim's ministry focuses on faith formation and family formation (54:54 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t_LNMUWkRs&t=3294s]) So let's pray. Mighty God, bless us, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit

Sacred Sorrows: A Journey Through Grief and Healing

In this heartfelt episode of Desert Wanderers, we sit down with Kim Steinberg to explore her profound journey through grief, faith, and recovery. Kim shares her personal vocation story, the challenges she faced, and the transformative experiences that led her back to her Catholic faith. We also dive into the upcoming Sacred Sorrows event, designed to provide comfort and healing for those grieving the loss of a child. Join us for an inspiring conversation about resilience, love, and the power of community. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more stories of faith, hope, and community! 👂 Tune in and be inspired! Recourses: Sacred Sorrows: https://sacredsorrows.org [https://sacredsorrows.org] Boise Event: June 6th 2026 9:30am Our Lady of Ephesus Alive Again Ministries https://aliveagainministries.org [https://aliveagainministries.org] Catholics in Recovery https://catholicsinrecovery.com [https://catholicsinrecovery.com] Redbird Ministries https://redbird.love [https://redbird.love] Salt and Light Radio https://saltandlightradio.com [https://saltandlightradio.com] Kim Steinberg's Website and Memoir: https://www.kimsteinberg.net/ [https://www.kimsteinberg.net/] Chapters: (00:00) Desert Wanderers interviews priests, religious and laity in Boise diocese (01:15) Did you grow up Catholic or were you not Christian (07:13) Father Nelson Sintra talks about parents who have children leave the faith (13:21) Well, I started to. Throughout the years. I didn't go to Sunday church, Sunday mass (17:55) Your whole faith was centered around helping other alcoholics and addicts (20:33) Do you think that your marriage, um, you know, was really just like (21:23) You got sober at 22 thanks to the power of God (27:17) I tried to convert to Judaism, but it didn't go anywhere (27:49) Your husband came back to Catholicism after his son died (31:09) So first, let's go ahead and just. Talk about your son. What was he like? So he was always adventurous (34:16) Do you have any advice for mothers with little boys who need more instruction (38:14) Your husband had struggled with addiction as well (41:52) I have a question for you about helping someone struggling with addiction (43:29) So what have been the helpful resources for you and the ones that weren't (45:07) The Ignatian program started the September before my son died (46:24) Are there certain stages of grief? I know think. Can we talk about grief for a second (48:01) What can someone do to help someone in grieving (52:20) After your son died, you went to Sacred Sorrows retreat (54:31) For me, I wanted a Christian counselor. Um, probably a regular counselor is fine, too (57:32) Did this experience make you open up to others more about your grief (01:02:23) Kim, I'm so excited to have you putting this event on (01:03:57) Kim Steinberg talks about her upcoming memoir Always and Everywhere

The Seven Deadly Sins & Their Remedies: Lust W/ Fr. Dail

In this episode of Desert Wanderers, we embark on a profound exploration of lust with Father Nathan Dale. As part of our Seven Deadly Sins and Their Remedies series, Father Nathan delves into the nature of lust, distinguishing it from mere attraction and discussing its implications for our lives. He emphasizes the importance of understanding lust as a disordered desire and offers insights on how to navigate this powerful passion in a way that aligns with our faith.Tune in for a thoughtful conversation that aims to illuminate the path toward purity and self-gift. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more stories of faith, hope, and community! 👂 Tune in and be inspired! Social Media: Instagram ( / desertwandererspodcast ) Tiktok ( / desertwandererspodcast ) Chapters: (00:00) Desert Wanderers interviews priests, religious and laity in Boise diocese (01:37) Father Nathan Dale talks about what is lust and how to deal with it (04:44) Lust is disordered and it's possessive, right (08:26) So much of sin is control and possessiveness (10:34) You know, when you suppress everything within you, it can destroy you (14:28) Why is lust one of the seven deadly sins? Partly because of its power (16:59) Lust is a consequence of disobedience of pride, says St. Paul (20:01) Thomas Aquinas calls lust principal vice of intemperance (20:55) Pride when we refuse to do God's will leads to other sins (25:30) The Bible says to embrace your animal nature on day six (27:48) Our sins hide from us and we're not aware of them, right (30:18) So social media obviously is one. But the other thing that's important is prayer (35:10) How does social media affect women's lust compared to men's (40:25) The first time we ever see the soulmate was after the Enlightenment (41:54) The transfiguration shows us what we're meant for, right (47:19) Your passions become like a fireplace for your vocation (47:56) What are practical things people can do today to combat lust (55:22) You need to have order to your life, Sam says

The 7 Deadly Sins & Their Remedies- Greed W/ Fr. Mike St. Marie

In this episode of Desert Wanderers, we engage with Father Mike St. Marie as we explore the complex topic of greed, one of the seven deadly sins. Through insightful dialogue, Father Mike offers a deeper understanding of what constitutes greed, how it manifests in our daily lives, and practical remedies to combat it. Join us as we reflect on the importance of contentment, the distinction between needs and wants, and how charity can serve as a powerful antidote to greed. This conversation is not just about identifying sin but also about fostering a more generous and balanced life. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more stories of faith, hope, and community! 👂 Tune in and be inspired! Social Media: Instagram ( / desertwandererspodcast ) Tiktok ( / desertwandererspodcast ) Chapters: (00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI]) Desert Wanderers will interview priests, religious and laity in Boise (00:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=52s]) You've been almost everywhere in the state, right? That's amazing (01:41 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=101s]) This is the seventh Deadly sins and their remedies (03:35 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=215s]) Sometimes we have hidden sins that we don't even recognize at first (05:24 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=324s]) Being covetous or greedy is not being content (08:39 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=519s]) Let's talk about needs and wants. Is it being greedy to want something (11:27 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=687s]) Whether it be a house or a car, am I showing off or getting (12:36 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=756s]) One of the things I strongly suggest everybody has is a budget (14:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=883s]) How do we balance our charitable giving with our entertainment needs (16:20 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=980s]) There's this idea of over consumption in our modern time (22:09 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=1329s]) You should have an Amazon list that you put everything on (27:13 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=1633s]) The remedy to greed would be first, um, this kind of reflection (35:15 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=2115s]) How does the sacraments play a part in overcoming this greed (37:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=2263s]) Someone with narcissistic personality disorder may struggle with pride or greed (41:41 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=2501s]) What does it look like to make progress on the sin of greed during Lent (44:25 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCgZ00u9rhI&t=2665s]) This week's Desert Wanderers prayer is for Almighty and loving Father