Consecrated
Consecrated men and women strive to share Christ’s Love and Mercy with the world in their prayer, service, and radiant joy-- both in community and as individuals. Through interviews with religious brothers, fathers, and sisters, may we encounter the True Light which penetrates consecrated life!
Consecrated men and women strive to share Christ’s Love and Mercy with the world in their prayer, service, and radiant joy-- both in community and as individuals. Through interviews with religious brothers, fathers, and sisters, may we encounter the True Light which penetrates consecrated life!
Episodes
May 20, 2024
May 20, 2024
31 min
Currently spanning over 97 nations, the mission of Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco is youth evangelization and witness. Founded in 1872 by St. John Bosco and Maria Mazzarello, the sisters are called to serve youth - especially young girls - and stand as a "living monument of gratitude to Mary".
Interested in learning more about the Salesian sisters? Considering making a donation? Check out their website at Home - Salesian Sisters of Saint John Bosco
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
May 20, 2024
31 min
May 6, 2024
May 6, 2024
27 min
Emerging from the 1800's, the Oblate Sisters of Saint Francis de Sales brought hope and gentle spirituality to the poor children employed in the factories. Sr. Audrey Francis also shares her insights on vocation discernment and exploring different religious orders.
Learn more about the sister's worldwide missions, apostolates, or consider donating to them at:
Home - Oblate Sisters of St. Francis de Sales
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
May 6, 2024
27 min
Apr 22, 2024
Apr 22, 2024
31 min
Living out the Salesian spirituality, the Oblate Sisters of St. Francis de Sales have spread from their founding in France all across the world. Only residing in Maryland within the United States, the Sisters teach at Mount Aviat Academy, which is their main Apostolate. Sr. Audrey Francis shares her insights on considering a community's spirituality while discerning, and the significance of the Sister's cross necklace.
To learn more about the community, their work and their spirituality, or to donate to their work, visit their website at:
Home - Oblate Sisters of St. Francis de Sales
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
Apr 22, 2024
31 min
Apr 8, 2024
Apr 8, 2024
42 min
The Franciscan Sisters T.O.R. (Third Order Regular) of Penance of the Sorrowful Mother were founded in 1988, emerging from the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Called to join the Sorrowful Mother at the foot of the Cross, the Sisters receive Christ's Mercy found on Calvery and bring it out into the world through their work with the Poor. Their Motherhouse is located in Toronto, OH, but they also serve on a couple college campuses - including the Franciscan University of Steubenville. If you would like to support the Sisters, learn more about their ministries, or make a vocation inquiry, you can visit their website at:
https://www.franciscansisterstor.org/
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
Apr 8, 2024
42 min
Mar 25, 2024
Ora et Labora with Fr. Augustine Wetta, O.S.B.
Mar 25, 2024
Mar 25, 2024
33 min
Fr. Augustine Wetta, O.S.B. shares the power of simplistic prayer, the importance of a name, and how the Benedictines are an example of the human vocation. He is the author of at least four books, and you can find out more about him at:
Author | United States | J Augustine Wetta
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If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
Mar 25, 2024
33 min
Mar 11, 2024
Mar 11, 2024
35 min
Commonly called the Benedictines, the monks of the Order of Saint Benedict have been around since the 6th century. Monk of St. Louis Abbey, Fr. Augustine Wetta brings insight (and humor) to the Benedictine lifestyle of Ora et Labora. Listen in to find out how an encounter with a pickpocket can lead to a religious vocation....
To find out more about the monks, or to donate, visit their website at: Saint Louis Abbey (stlouisabbey.org)
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
Mar 11, 2024
35 min
Feb 26, 2024
Feb 26, 2024
16 min
Taken from Fr. Ben Cameron's full-length episode (Fathers of Mercy), here he highlights some of the current problems of society in regards to vocational discernment. Be sure to check out the first part of the episode as well!
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
Feb 26, 2024
16 min
Feb 12, 2024
Fathers of Mercy: Fr. Ben Cameron, CPM
Feb 12, 2024
Feb 12, 2024
35 min
An Apostolate of preaching for Parish Missions, the Fathers of Mercy strive to promote the truth of God's Love and Mercy. Built upon the grounds of a previous Benedictine monastery, their Chapel and Community is located just outside Bowling Green, KY.
To find out more about vocations, to donate, or view pictures of their beautiful chapel (or plan to see it in person!), visit them online at: Front Page - The Fathers of Mercy
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
Feb 12, 2024
35 min
Jan 29, 2024
Jan 29, 2024
45 min
What do you get when you cross the Franciscan and Dominican Orders? - The Sister Servants of the Eternal Word! Located in Irondale, AL, these women, living an active and contemplative life, offer their service both in front and behind the scenes! Sr. Mary Faustina shares a surprising fun fact....
To donate or find out more, visit their website: Sister Servants of the Eternal Word | Casa Maria Convent & Retreat House
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
Jan 29, 2024
45 min
Jan 15, 2024
Jan 15, 2024
26 min
The Congregation of Marians of the Immaculate Conception, a male religious organization, seek to promote the message of Divine Mercy with their charism devoted to the Mystery of Mary Immaculate. They almost died out in 1908... listen to find out why.
To find out more, become a Marian Helper, or donate, check out their website: Marians of the Immaculate Conception
If you are a religious order who would like to set up an interview, if you are someone who has a suggestion for an order whom you think would be open to an interview, or if you have questions/suggestions, contact me at Consecrated Contact
Jan 15, 2024
26 min

Consecrated
Whether you are discerning religious life, are settled into your vocation, or are just wondering what Religious orders are all about, Consecrated interviews men and women who have accepted the call to live a consecrated life. Asking what need the community serves, what daily prayer life looks like, and other specialties of the order, Consecrated seeks to make known the beauty and need for Religious life.
Behind the Scenes and God's Providence
What started as a Youth Learning Challenge project, has blossomed into a witness of God's Love and Providence. The Griptape Youth Learning Challenge is a program designed to give teens the financial resources to pursue a topic of interest, limiting the amount of adult instruction. With the intention of beginning a teen interview-based podcast with time for scripture reflection, I applied and received funds toward my project, which I put toward the purchase of a microphone, headphones, an inexpensive laptop, and a year of podcast hosting on Podbean. Ready to begin my project, I ran into problems in regard to copyright law. Devastated, I was given the suggestion by my mother, to begin a podcast interviewing Religious Orders. My vigor renewed, I began to contact different Orders that I knew of. After several polite responses of unavailability, and sometimes no response at all, I didn't know what to do. I have since learned that God just had different plans for my first few interviews. I made a simple and blunt prayer along the lines of "Okay God, whomever you send me in the mail next, that's who I will contact." We tend to receive mail from different Religious Organizations asking for donations, prayer intentions, and just their published newsletters. Within the week we received four organizations' mail, and after reaching out to them, three accepted my request for an interview. This whole project has been a learning experience, not only in regards to podcasting, but also trusting in God's Greater Plan. I hope that you will continue to join me on this journey.
A SPECIAL THANKS TO THE GRIPTAPE YOUTH LEARNING CHALLENGE, WHOM GOD ALLOWED TO MAKE THIS PROJECT POSSIBLE!
Check out the GripTape website for information about applying for their learning challenge.



