Episodes

Introduction: · Lavinia Spirida and Mary Lou Nemechek introduce the topic of Eucharistic miracles and their discussion. Eucharistic Miracles: 1. Lanciano Miracle (750 A.D., Italy): · Describes the original Eucharistic miracle in Lanciano, Italy, where the Eucharist transformed into flesh and blood during Mass. · Provides historical context and details of the examination of the preserved tissue, confirming it as human heart tissue. 2. Bolsena Miracle (1263, Italy): · Discusses the Eucharis...

Introduction: · Lavinia Spirida and Marilyn Nemechek discuss the Eucharistic Revival series and the importance of understanding the true significance of the Eucharist. Discussion Highlights: 1. Understanding Eucharistic Revival: · Marilyn discusses the aim of the Eucharistic Revival, aiming to remind people of the true nature of the Eucharist as the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ. · They talk about the need to rekindle reverence and understanding of the Eucharist, especiall...

Introduction · Lavinia Spirito and Mary Lou Nemechek welcome the listeners to Real Living. · Recap of previous episodes focusing on Eucharistic revival. Understanding the Importance of the Eucharist · Discussion on the importance of knowing and deepening one's understanding and affection for the Eucharist in the Catholic faith. · Correlation between deepening one's relationship with the Eucharist and the level of conversion in one's life. The Structure of Eucharistic Revival · Overview of...

Introduction · Hosts: Lania Spirito and Mary Lou Nemecek · Topic: Eucharistic Revival · The hosts discuss the concept of Eucharistic Revival and its significance in the Catholic Church. Understanding Eucharistic Revival · Eucharistic Revival is a topic gaining attention in Catholic circles. · Many churchgoers may have heard about it in bulletins, publications, or from the pulpit. · The hosts aim to clarify what Eucharistic Revival means and why it matters. Exploring the Term "Revival" ·...

Introduction Welcome to "Real Living." I'm Lavinia Spirita, and I'm here with Marilyn Nemechek. In today's episode, we continue our discussion on Eucharistic revival, delving into its profound meanings and impact on our lives. Exploring the Article We discuss a compelling article titled "Eucharistic Revival and the Passions" from the Catholic World Report, authored by a retired Notre Dame professor. The article presents five main topics that shed light on the essence of Eucharistic revival. ...

Introduction · Welcome to "Real Living" with Lavinia Spirita and Mary Lou Nemechek. · In this episode, they dive into the topic of Eucharistic Revival, an important aspect of faith. Background on Eucharistic Revival · The hosts introduce the concept of Eucharistic Revival, a significant movement within the Catholic Church. · Pope Francis declared three years of Eucharistic Revival in the United States, initiated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. · The revival began with ...

Introduction: · Welcome message from Lavinia Spirita and Marilyn Nemechek. · Discussion on the ongoing spiritual awakening at Asbury University. Discussion Points: 1. Awakening vs. Revival: · Debate on whether the spiritual movement is an awakening or a revival. · Emphasis on the significance of the Holy Spirit's work regardless of the terminology. · Reference to historical revivals at Asbury University. 2. Historical Revivals at Asbury: · Sharing historical instances of spiritual reviv...

Show Notes: Podcast Show Notes: Asbury Awakening Part One Welcome to another episode of Real Living with hosts Lavinia Spirito and Mary Lou Nemechek. In this episode, they switch gears and delve into a special treat for their listeners: the Asbury Awakening in Lexington, Kentucky. The hosts share their experiences and insights into this powerful movement of the Holy Spirit at Asbury University. Introduction: · Lavinia Spirito and Mary Lou Nemechek introduce the episode and discuss their exci...

Show Notes : Introduction Discussing the significance of the burial and resurrection of Jesus, the culmination of our faith. Addressing misconceptions and indifference regarding the resurrection. Delving into the attacks on the resurrection throughout history and in recent times. The Events of Jesus's Burial and Resurrection Recap of the events surrounding the burial and resurrection, emphasizing the earthquake and veil in the temple. Exploring the courage and sacrifice of Joseph of Arima...

Show Notes: Summary - Hello, and welcome to Real Living. I'm Lavinia Spirits, and we have something special for you today, something different. In this episode, I'm presenting a series on the passion, resurrection, and burial of the Lord, specifically focused for the season of Lent. I believe it's important to delve into the depth of understanding what our Lord went through during His passion. Today, we're focusing on a very intense portion of Scripture—the trials and the crucifixion of the Lor...

Show Notes: Key Points: · Discussing the intertwining events of Passover, the Last Supper, and the Eucharist, crucial moments that conflate into a significant event. · Addressing the Agony in the Garden and the events leading up to the Passover, highlighting the gathering dark force fields around Jesus and the plots against him. · Analyzing the historical context of Jesus' time, including the tension and various groups like the chief priests, scribes, Pharisees, and Romans. · Exploring the ...

Show Notes: Key Points: Lavinia emphasizes the importance of the events leading up to Holy Week, particularly focusing on the events of the Passion. Discusses the traditional events associated with Holy Week: entry into Jerusalem, cleansing of the temple, controversies with religious leaders, Last Supper, arrest, trials, crucifixion, and resurrection. Explains the geographical and historical context of Jericho, Bethany, Bethphage, and Mount of Olives in relation to Jerusalem. Discusses the ...

Introduction: · Hosts: Lavinia Spirito, Mary Lou Nemechek · Topic: Discussing an article from the National Catholic Register about the new president of Catholic University of America, Dr. Peter Kilpatrick, focusing on his conversion, Catholic identity, and approach to engineering through faith. Segment 1: The Intriguing Article · Lavinia introduces the article title: "Peter Kilpatrick discusses his conversion, Catholic identity and engineering through the lens of faith." · Mary Lou highligh...

· Introduction: · Welcome to Real Living podcast with hosts Lavinia Spirito and Mary Lou Nemechek. · Discussing devotion to scripture and its significance in their lives. · Importance of Scripture: · Emphasizing the value of scripture as a deposit of faith and a foundation for sainthood. · Exploring the three-legged stool of the Church: Scripture, tradition, and magisterium. · Highlighting the role of tradition in preserving the teachings of the apostles and enriching scripture. · Underst...

Introduction: · Welcome to Real Living with Lavinia Spirita and Mary Lou Nemechek. · Discussion on the subject of Lent and its connection with devotion to scripture. · Mary Lou's upcoming talk on devotion to scripture and its importance. Main Discussion: · Mary Lou's journey into discovering the depth and richness of scripture. · Exploring the parallels between sports devotion and devotion to scripture. · The transformative power of scripture and personal experiences in Bible study. · Th...

Listen to this episode for the recap of the 2023 Pilgrimage!

Listen to this episode for the recap of the 2023 Pilgrimage!

Listen to this episode for the recap of the 2023 Pilgrimage!

Listen to this episode for the recap of the 2023 Pilgrimage!

Introduction: Welcome to the Real Living podcast with Mary and Lavinia. Discussion about an article from the March 2022 edition of Renewal Ministries written by Peter Hrbek. Renewal Ministries, an evangelization Catholic outfit based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and its impact worldwide. Unpacking the Article: The article draws inspiration from Frodo's journey in The Lord of the Rings and the daunting task given to him. Emphasizing the heroic qualities within individuals when they rise to the f...

Introduction: Hosts: Lavinia Spirit Toe and Marital Nemecheck Topic: Exploring the essential dimensions of inner healing and freedom within Christianity, based on their Encounter Ministry School of Healing. Episode Highlights: Introduction to Inner Healing: Definition of inner healing and its various aspects: healing emotional wounds from the past and overcoming lies through deliverance prayer. The importance of addressing emotional wounds and being set free from lies for overall healing a...

Introduction Lavinia Spiritual and Mueller Nemecheck welcome the listeners to the show and introduce the topic. They discuss the upcoming pilgrimage to the hometowns of St. Francis, St. Clare, and St. Catherine of Siena. The Legacy of St. Francis The hosts reflect on the enduring popularity of St. Francis, often hailed as the first environmentalist and a symbol of God's creation. They emphasize that beyond his love for animals and nature, St. Francis embodied a powerful message of conversio...

Introduction: · Hosts: Lavinia Spirito and Mary Lou Nemechek · Welcome to Real Living podcast · Discussion about their upcoming pilgrimage to Assisi, Rome, and other side trips Episode Highlights: 1. Preparing for the Pilgrimage: · Excitement and preparation for the upcoming trip · Discussion on packing and checking the weather for the journey 2. Exploring Assisi: · Embracing the atmosphere and spirituality of Assisi · Highlights of the medieval Italian town and its spiritual significa...

Introduction: · Hosts: Lavinia Spirito and Mary Lou Nemechek. · Excitement for the upcoming pilgrimage to Italy. Preview of Pilgrimage: · Packing and preparation for the trip. · Weather considerations for the journey. · Highlights of the pilgrimage itinerary. Exploring Assisi: · Staying in Assisi to soak up the medieval Italian town's atmosphere. · Overview of Assisi's attractions and spiritual significance. Upcoming Side Trips: · Visiting Siena, Loreto, and Orvieto for spiritual expl...