Persistence in Prayer with Kylie Hein
This is where Catholic women deepen their faith, find peace, and overcome anxiety through prayer and authentic self-development rooted in Catholic truth.
Raise your hand if you've ever...
Placed your worth in praise, perfection, or productivity?
Felt like God was near, but couldn't figure out what he was asking you to do.
Questioned why if you're doing God's will, your vocation seems SO stinking hard.
Dropped everything to help out a coworker, only to come home paralyzed by decision fatigue because you didn't touch your own to-do list.
My friend, you are in good company! If you are a fellow book buying, course-taking, love to do all-of-the-things while often getting stuck in a state of overwhelm kind of Catholic, this is the place for you!
Welcome to the Persistence in Prayer podcast, hosted by Catholic Mindset Coach, wife, mother, educator, and speaker, Kylie Hein. This podcast is where Catholic women learn to create space from their circumstances and obligations, so that they can show up mentally present with those that need them most. We explore the beauty and simplicity of life that comes as a result of persistence in prayer, as well as all of the daily trials that come with living a life rooted in Christ.
If you're in a valley and need a friend, we're here. If you're on a peak and ready to shout out your wins to the world, we're here for that too!
Here, you will learn to cultivate a deeper sense of trust in God's plan for your life so that you have clarity in His calling and the courage to go wherever he leads. If you long to give God a more prominent place in your life, but you aren't sure where to begin, stick around. Being a high achiever and having a deep, meaningful prayer life are not mutually exclusive. You don't have to sacrifice your one-on-one time with God to meet the demands of your job, your family, or your schedule. You have a choice. Your fresh start to freedom may be just one episode away.
Persistence in Prayer with Kylie Hein
#81 The Hidden Hope of Suffering with Megan Hjelmsted and JPII
In this compelling episode, Kylie is joined by Megan Hjelmstad, a wife, hockey mom, army veteran, Catholic writer, and speaker, who's dedicated to guiding women in embracing their God-given dignity and deepening their prayer lives. Megan shares her multifaceted journey through life, accentuated by her forthcoming book on redemptive suffering—a concept she beautifully unpacks during the conversation.
Megan begins by sharing her personal background, including her familial and military experiences. She opens up about battling severe medical conditions, including endometriosis and adenomyosis, and navigating the emotional and spiritual challenges that come with such chronic suffering. Megan recounts her military career, her spiritual evolution, and the pivotal moments that led her to a deeper relationship with God.
Megan explains the profound Catholic concept of redemptive suffering, describing it as a way to unite one’s own trials with Christ’s suffering for the spiritual benefit of oneself and others. She takes listeners through her personal encounters with suffering, how she has found hope and purpose through her faith, and delves into the influence of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical "Salvifici Doloris" on her understanding of suffering.
Listeners will find inspiration in Megan’s practical advice on maintaining a daily prayer regimen, the importance of contemplation and silence, and the value of starting simple and not comparing one's spiritual practices to others. She concludes with insights on discerning God's priorities in life, embracing holy no's, and recognizing every moment of suffering as an opportunity for grace and deeper union with God.
This is a don't-miss episode is filled with hope, wisdom, and practical spiritual encouragement, making it a must-listen for Catholic women grappling with suffering or seeking a deeper understanding of their faith journey.
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Read Salvifici Doloris - a JPII must-read on redemptive suffering
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