Let's Be Saints Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Kevin Berken joins us today to share his responsibilities as Secretary-Treasurer on the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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Luke Monlezun joins us today to talk about his journey — how he moved away from home, drifted from his faith for a while, and eventually found his way back, thanks to time spent in nature!
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In this episode, Andrew Dalton — along with Momma Dalton — joins us to share exactly what the Big Event at McNeese is and how we can all take part in this wonderful experience!
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Gumbo and Oogway join us in this episode to talk about FOCUS's Summer Projects and their experiences at Camp Lolek this summer!
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Enoch Hebert joins the podcast in this episode to share a bit about his life and how he tries to exemplify Christ each day.
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Emma Sue Findley joins us in this episode to share what she knows about the importance of female friendships.
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In this episode, Jeremy Touchet joins us to share his story and offer advice to those struggling with addiction.
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In this episode, an old friend from Kansas joins Andrew and Cecilia to talk about their life experiences and share insight into what it's like to be a FOCUS missionary!
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Andrew and Cecilia return for another season of the podcast, kicking it off with a big announcement and a discussion on the topic of fear!
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Join us as we close out the season and semester, with your hosts discussing the virtue of forgiveness and ending with some special announcements!
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In this very special episode, the President of McNeese, Dr. Wade Rousse, joins us to talk about all things McNeese!
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In this episode, Bud McMichael joins us to talk about the virtue of Mercy!
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In this episode, we welcome Caleb Fontenot to the podcast to share a bit about his life and dive deeper into vocation and discernment.
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We welcome Ms. Erin Fontenot in this episode to discuss what it's like to be a spiritual mother.
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Shares this Holy Week off right as Fr. Paul shares the importance of Easter with us.
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We welcome Mr. Blaine Wyninger in this episode to discuss what it's like to be a spiritual leader as a spouse, father, and educator.
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Emma Lea Edmiston joins us today to discuss the virtue of gentleness.
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FOCUS Missionary Meggie Schafer joins us this week to discuss the virtue of Sobriety.
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Join us as we welcome our second FOCUS missionary, Luke Edmiston, to the podcast to discuss the virtue of magnanimity.
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The roles are reversed this episode as Andrew and Cecilia interview the hosts of the podcast Can I Getta Amen, Kristi Fredieu and Kayla Stansbury!
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Join Kristi and Kayla in this special episode where they interview the hosts of Let's Be Saints: Awakened, Andrew Berken and Cecilia Watson!
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Becky Clements joins us in today's episode to share with us the Theology of The Body!
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Olivia McCann joins us in this episode to talk about her conversion to the Catholic Faith!
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Jared Watson joins us for this episode to discuss the virtue of prudence!
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Welcome back to Let's Be Saints: Awakened! In this episode, Andrew and Cecilia kick off the new year and a new season of the podcast, diving into a variety of topics to start things fresh!
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In this episode, Kayla Berken shares a story from a difficult point in her life and explains how miracles can happen when you place your faith in God.
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Katherine Pierrotti joins us to discuss gratitude and the power of a thankful heart in everyday life.
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We invited Gianna Zeringue to share part of her story and bring even more of her joy to this very emotional and funny episode!
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Fr. Trey Ange joins us today in this episode to share some much-needed advice on transitions, big decisions, and adulting!
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Grant Reddoch joins us today to promote BonaVox and their upcoming Mourning Concert Series!
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In this episode, we invited our friends Jarett West and Samantha Boutte to share stories and advice about trusting in God's Will.
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We welcome Kate Benoit and Dallas Reeves to this episode to talk to us about leadership as young adults.
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Celeste LeBlanc joins us for this episode to talk about how we can show a deeper kind of love for those around us.
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In this episode, we invited the Johnson brothers to share their story and struggles with depression and how they conquered it.
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In this episode, we invited FOCUS missionary, Sophia Olomi to talk about chastity in relationships!
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In this episode, Madeline Bruno gives us insight into what it means to live out the virtue of excellence.
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In this episode, we invited our friend Daniel to share his thoughts on the virtue of reverence and what it means to him.
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In this episode, we discuss the virtue of love with our dear friend, Hannah Minden!
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In this episode, Cecilia dives into the virtue of humility, giving us much needed advice and some personal experiences.
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A Cowboy Catholic's Podcast, hosted by Andrew Berken and Cecilia Watson.
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In this first episode of "Let's Be Saints - AWAKENED," Father Paul shares profound insights on how listening to our Lord can guide us in cultivating the virtues needed for a holy life. He delves into the importance of aligning our lives with God's will and how, through attentive prayer and spiritual discipline, we can grow in virtue. Whether you're facing the trials of college life or seeking to deepen your faith, this episode offers a powerful reminder that with God's guidance, the path to sainthood is within reach. Join us as we explore how listening to the Lord can transform our lives and help us become the saints we're called to be.
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Katie-Rose, Sarah, Kristen, and Randall take on the role of musicians in the church. How does music effect our lives and the liturgy? Find out here!
Join Randall, Mia, and Mitch Martin on a journey through how sacrifice makes us holy, inspiring stories about those who live a sacrificial life, and how to get the most out of your Lenten journey.
Want to know what's happening in March? Father Paul, Reed, and Randall will give you a rundown of what to expect and a few good Saints to celebrate along the way.
Missing SEEK already? Have no clue what SEEK is? We're going to talk about some of the impactful things that went down on our recent trip to the SEEK conference in Dallas, TX.
Join Randall, Kris, Mark, and special guest Father Sam Bond as we discover what it means to live true authentic friendship.
Join Randall and our students as we discuss everything from upcoming events in February, to the major feast days you can celebrate this month!
Welcome back to the Summer edition of Let's Be Saint's Podcast! In today's episode Randall sits down with Mia and Kris to discuss all things Blesseds: Holy men and women who have been recognized by the Church as having the necessary qualifications to accomplish the first step in becoming a Saint.
Welcome back to the Summer edition of Let's Be Saint's Podcast! In today's episode Randall sits down with Mia and Kris to discuss all things Marian Apparitions: what Marian Apparitions are, how they are approved by the Church and the details of three different Apparitions.
Welcome to the summer edition of Let's Be Saints podcast! In today's episode Randall sits down with Mia and Kris to talk all things Archangels. They discuss who the Archangels are, what their role is in the Church, their history and much more.
"All you holy boys, pray for us.” In today's episode, Randall sits down with Landon Leger and Andrew Fisher to discuss what it looks like to live out their Catholic faith as men. (Girls, we know you're also listening to this, so you can go ahead and click that play button too.)
In this week’s episode, Randall sits down with Cowboy Catholic senior Beth LeJeune to discuss Easter, what it means to live a life in the Resurrection and what it means to be an Easter people.
Welcome back to the Let's be Saints podcast! We're so happy to be back! In honor of the upcoming events in the Church, in this week's episode Randall sits down with FOCUS missionary Mary Caitlin Spining to talk about Holy Week and how special this time is in the Church is. Mary Caitlin also shares her personal experience with Holy Week and how it radically changed her life.
In today's episode, Randall sits down with Natalie and John to discuss what it's like to be a new college student and share some tips. Do you have a piece of advice for our new freshmen? If so, let us know by tagging us on social media @msu_catholic or email us at media@cowboycatholics.com!
In today's episode, Randall sits down with students Courtney Burch and Adam Verrett to discuss the Frassati Trek a group of Cowboy Catholics recently returned from. The Frassati Trek invites you to encounter God through the beauty your surroundings. Have you ever had a powerful encounter with Christ in nature? If so, let us know by emailing us at media@cowboycatholics.com or tagging us on social media @msu_catholic.
Girls, this one is for you! In today's episode, Allie sits down with Kourtlyn and Claire to discuss what it means to live out holiness and femininity in today's modern, Catholic culture. The Privilege of Being a Woman: https://www.amazon.com/Privilege-Being-Woman-Alice-Hildebrand/dp/097061067X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=privilege+of+being+a+woman&qid=1592937265&sr=8-1
Email us at media@cowboycatholics.com or message us on social media @msu_catholic for any further questions you have about living out holiness and femininity.
In today's episode, Randall sit down with Fr. Long and Allie to talk about the lives of saints you may have never heard of. Do you know of any saints that may not be might as well know? If so, email us at media@cowboycatholics.com.
In today's episode, Randall sits down with license counselor Courtney Kerlegon, former addict Sean Corcoran and college student Claire Ashworth to discuss the many aspects of addiction, including the spiritual, mental, physical and emotional impact. If you are interested in any of the groups or getting further help contact Randall Edwards at randall@cowboycatholics.com, and if you have anything you would like to share about the podcast you can email media@cowboycatholics.com.
In today's episode, Randall sits down with Father Long and Allie to talk about the lives of saints who died before they reached 20 years of age. Do you know of a saint that died before they were 20? If so, let us know by emailing us at media@cowboycatholics.com or tagging us on social media @msu_catholic.
In today's episode of Give us Good Counsel, Randall sits down with Courtney Kerlegon and Courtney Burch to discuss grief and loss. Courtney Kerlegon is a licensed Catholic counselor from Lake Charles, Louisiana. She has been practicing for about 10 years and also has her own private practice.
In today's episode, Randall sits down with Allie and Father Long to discuss some of the saints we hear about frequently but don't necessarily know a lot about. Which saint do you hear about the most, but don't know a lot about? Let us know by tagging us on social media @msu_catholic or email us at media@cowboycatholics.com!
In today's episode Randall sits down with Courtney Kerlegon and Ashlyn to discuss loneliness and isolation. Courtney is a licensed Catholic counselor from Lake Charles, Louisiana. She has been prating for about 10 years and also has her own private practice.
In today's episode, Randall sits down with Allie and Claire to discuss who they think the most interesting saints are. Which saint do you think has the most interesting story? Let us know by emailing us at media@cowboycatholics.com or by tagging us on Instagram @msu_catholic.
Welcome to the first episode of the Saint Stories series of our podcast! In today's episode, Randall sits down with Allie and Claire to discuss their favorite saints. Who is your favorite saint? Let us know by tagging us on social media @msu_catholic or emailing us at media@cowboycatholics.com.
In today's episode, Randall sits down with Sarah, Brandon and Claire as they discuss some of their favorite memories with Cowboy Catholics. Sarah, Brandon and Claire are graduating seniors at McNeese State University and members of Cowboy Catholics. They have spent their college years as members of Cowboy Catholics and serving in many leadership roles. They look forward to seeing what the future of Cowboy Catholics holds and couldn't be more thankful for this organization.
In today's episode, Randall and Kris sit down with Rickard Newman to discuss Humane Vitae. Humane Vitae is a papal encyclical written by Pope St. Paul VI in 1968 that seeks to give the beautiful and clear teaching of God’s plan for married love and the transmission of life. This teaching can help to form us in living and proclaiming God’s gifts of love and life between husband and wife as He ordained it to be.
In today's episode Randall and Abby sit down with Mary-Rose and Ryan Verret. Mary-Rose and Ryan Verret are a happily married couple with four small children who reside in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. They are the founders of a dynamic and revolutionary marriage prep program Witness to Love and the authors of Witness to Love: How to Help the Next Generation Build Marriages that Survive and Thrive. In this podcast they will share their story and give practical advice for today’s young college students who have a desire for marriage and how to make intentional decisions with your life now for the future. They will share why building virtue is important for relationships and helps to fulfill our purpose to love, and their insights on how the young generation of today is being given a clarion call that will shape the rest of civilization for years to come.
In today's episode Dr. Kim Hardey gives a talk about contraception and the role of the laity in the Church. Dr. Kim Hardey is a board certified OB/GYN whose practice is in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Hardy will give his personal testimony from having a “contraceptive anti-life mentality” to a pro- life stance after reading Humane Vitae. Included in his presentation will be how contraception affects our bodies, relationships, marriages, and our culture. He will also share his insights on how we the laity are in an optimal position to change our culture and give a joyful witness by embracing the Church’s teaching on Marriage and Family Life.
In today's episode Fr. Michael Champagne with the Community of Jesus Crucified gives an overview of The Sacrament of Holy Matrimony and vocation of Marriage. His talk includes how the sacrament is conferred to the couple, (wait for it cause it’s not what you think! )its purpose and means of sanctification, the vow, God’s presence in the marital embrace and a whole lot more!
In today's episode Randall and Andrew sit down with Adele Guillot to discuss what it means to be created free to love. Adele Guillot holds a Masters Degree in Theology from Notre Dame Seminary. She is passionate about Pope St. John Paul II’s teaching Theology of the Body and is on a mission to both help others discover the richness of his teachings and to encounter Jesus, who is the Way, the Truth and the Life.
Welcome to the first episode of Let's Be Saints podcast! In today's episode, Randall sits down with Claire and Allie to discuss the reason behind the name of the podcast, the vision for the podcast and much more!