Beyond Raised Catholic - Faith, Spiritual, Catholicism, Bible Study, Holy Spirit

Meagan Melara - Catholic Life Coach, Faith Formation, Spiritual Mentor
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Were you raised Catholic but feel disconnected from God? Do you believe in God but struggle to hear His Voice? Are you tired of going through the motions of what feels like empty religion? Are you ready for a personal relationship with Jesus? If so, I’m glad you’re here! This podcast will help you spiritually connect with God, build a personal relationship with Jesus, and experience the peace of knowing God is with you. Hi, I’m Meagan! I’m a wife, mom of 3, and a revert Catholic. I was raised Catholic but drifted away from the Catholic church. I was yearning for God’s presence and felt like something was missing as I went through the motions of my inherited faith. Between the weight of everyday life and not knowing where to start, I was disconnected from God. I finally realized that if I wanted to connect with God, I needed to prioritize and stay consistent with simple spiritual disciplines. Through prayer, bible study, surrender, and a deeper understanding of biblical truth and the teachings of Catholicism, I began personally seeking God, hearing from Him, and deepening my relationship with Christ in a more intimate way. And I’m ready to share that with you! If you’re ready to finally grow closer to God, build a personal relationship with Jesus through simple spiritual practices, and experience more peace, hope, and confidence in your faith, this podcast is for you!  Hit follow - grab your Bible, coffee, and highlighters and let's move beyond raised Catholic into a Spirit-filled relationship with Jesus.

  1. 3d ago

    27. Going Through the Motions of Catholicism? Try This Bible Study to Grow in Faith

    Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions in your Catholic faith? Do you know what to do at Mass, but still feel like your heart is disconnected from God? Do you wish the faith you were raised in actually led to a relationship with Jesus? In this episode, we’re doing a Catholic Bible Study to grow in faith and connect with God in a personal way. So instead of just going through the motions of your faith, you can begin seeking God for yourself and move toward a faith that is personal, alive, and rooted in relationship with Him.  If you were raised Catholic but feel like you’ve been just going through the motions in your faith, then this episode is for you! ✨ Bible Study Scriptures + Resources Mentioned 📖 Jeremiah 29:13-14 📖 Hebrews 11:6 📖 Matthew 7:7 👉 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle: bit.ly/BRCcircle  Inside, you’ll receive weekly emails with Bible study reflections, simple spiritual practices, and encouragement to help you grow in faith and connect with God in a deeper way. ✨ Next Steps: 💙 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle ❤️ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts if this episode encouraged you 📲 Find me on IG: @MeaganMelara 🙏🏼 This week, choose one Catholic practice you normally do automatically and seek God through it.

  2. Aug 4

    26. Does Catholicism Feel Like Empty Religion? Bible Study on God's Presence in Catholic Mass

    Do you go to Catholic Mass but feel like you’re just going through the motions? Does Catholicism feel like an empty religion — standing, sitting, kneeling, saying the prayers, and leaving still feeling disconnected from God? Do you wish you could understand the Mass in a way that leads to an encounter with Christ? In this episode, we’re doing a Bible study on God’s presence in the Catholic Mass. We’ll look at Scripture to understand the truth of Jesus’ presence so instead of feeling disconnected from God, you can be spiritually renewed by the truth of His presence. If you were raised in the Catholic faith but find yourself just going through the motions at Mass, I pray this strengthens your faith! ✨ Bible Study Scriptures + Resources Mentioned 📖 John 6:51-58 📖 Luke 22:19 📖 Matthew 28:16-20 👉 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle: bit.ly/BRCcircle  Inside, you’ll receive weekly emails with Bible study reflections, simple spiritual practices, and encouragement to help you grow in faith and connect with God in a deeper way. ✨ Next Steps: 💙 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle ❤️ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts if this episode encouraged you 📲 Find me on IG Stories: @MeaganMelara 🙏🏼 Go to Mass this week with an open heart, asking Jesus to help you recognize His presence in the Eucharist. Have a blessed rest of your week!

    26. Does Catholicism Feel Like Empty Religion? Bible Study on God's Presence in Catholic Mass

  3. Aug 4

    25. Raised Catholic but Can’t Connect with God? A Spiritual Journey to Living Faith

    Were you raised Catholic but feel disconnected from God? Do you believe in God, know the prayers, and the Mass but still wonder how to have a personal relationship with Christ? Do you feel like your faith and your everyday life are two separate things?  In this episode, I talk about being raised Catholic, feeling disconnected from God, drifting away from the Catholic faith, and how I personally encountered God through the Holy Spirit so that you can understand the new direction of Beyond Raised Catholic and how this will help you connect with God. If you were raised Catholic but are longing for a faith that feels personal, alive, and deeply connected to God, I pray this blesses you! ✨ Resources Mentioned 👉 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle: bit.ly/BRCcircle  Inside, you’ll receive weekly emails with Bible study reflections, simple spiritual practices, and encouragement to help you grow in faith and connect with God in a deeper way. ✨ Next Steps: 💙 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle ❤️ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts if this episode encouraged you 📲 Find me on IG Stories: @MeaganMelara 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

    25. Raised Catholic but Can’t Connect with God? A Spiritual Journey to Living Faith

  4. Apr 28

    24 | You Trust God But Still Feel Anxious - Bible Study for Anxious Relief

    Do you trust God but still struggle with anxious thoughts? Does your mind spiral with fear and uncertainty even though you know God is with you? In today’s episode, we’re doing a Bible study for anxious relief and talking about what it really means to trust God in the middle of anxiety, uncertainty, and fear. Together, we’ll walk through powerful Scripture for Bible study to help you trust God and experience the peace that only comes from Him. If you trust in God but still struggle with anxious thoughts, I pray this blesses you! ✨ Scripture + Resources Mentioned 📖 Proverbs 3:5 📖 Isaiah 26:3 📖 Psalm 27:1 🤍Bible (NLT): Courage for Life Bible As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you choose to purchase through this link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you—thank you for supporting me and this podcast 👉 Join the Free Facebook Group Here: Bible Study for Christian Moms Episode Mentioned: 20 | Wake Up Anxious? 3 Scriptures to Calm Your Mind Fast ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Bible Study for Christian Moms 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

  5. Apr 14

    23 | Struggling to Connect with God? 3 Steps for Spiritual Growth as a Christian Mom

    Do you struggle to understand the Bible or feel like it’s hard to apply it to your everyday life? Do you feel connected to God during your quiet time—but then lose that connection once your day gets started? Do you want spiritual growth and a deeper, more personal relationship with God? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 steps for spiritual growth to help you move from feeling confused or disconnected from God to actually knowing God and walking with Him throughout your day. If you’ve been wanting to grow closer to God but don’t know how to make it feel real and consistent in your life as a Christian Mom—I pray this blesses you! ✨ Resources Mentioned 👉 Join the Free Facebook Group Here: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

  6. Apr 7

    22 | Mentally Exhausted? Mindful Exercise for Peace of Mind as a Christian Mom

    Do you end your days mentally exhausted? Are your thoughts constantly racing - leaving you feeling overwhelmed and emotionally reactive? Do you realize that this mental exhaustion is keeping you feeling distant from God? In this episode, I walk you through a Mindful Exercise so you can have peace of mind and feel more Spiritually connected to God. If you’ve been feeling mentally drained, overwhelmed, or stuck in constant mental noise, I pray that this blesses you! ✨ Scripture + Resources Mentioned 📖 Matthew 11:28-29  📖 Psalm 23:2 Bible: Courage for Life Bible As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you choose to purchase through this link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you—thank you for supporting me and this podcast 🤍 Related Episode Mentioned: From Overwhelmed to Anchored in Jesus: When Overwhelm Steals Your Joy 🤍 Struggling with Step 2 in this Mindful Exercise? → Get Support inside the Facebook Group 👉 Join the Free Facebook Group Here: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

  7. Apr 7

    21 | Stop Striving So Hard, Mama - Scriptures on Faith for Spiritual Living Instead

    Do you feel like you’re constantly trying to be a better Mom but it's not good enough? Do you find yourself striving to be more patient, more present, more peaceful, yet you keep falling short? Wish you could stop striving and start living in alignment with God as a Mom? In this episode, I’m sharing Scripture on faith and spiritual living to help you stop striving in your own strength so you can start walking with God and rely on his strength and guidance. If striving has you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and frustrated with yourself, I pray this blesses you! ✨ Scripture + Resources Mentioned 📖 Proverbs 3:5-6 📖 Galatians 5:16-17 📖 Luke 10:38-42 🤍 Join for Spiritual Support and Christian Community: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

  8. Apr 7

    20 | Wake Up Anxious? 3 Scriptures to Calm Your Mind Fast

    Do you ever wake up anxious before your day even begins? Does your mind start racing the moment your eyes open? Do you wish you could calm your mind and feel grounded in Christ in these moments? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 Scriptures you can turn to when you wake up feeling anxious so you can calm your mind and become emotionally grounded in Christ. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, mentally scattered, or anxious as soon as you wake up, I pray this blesses you! ✨ Scripture + Resources Mentioned 📖 1 Peter 5:7 📖 Philippians 4:6-7 📖 Isaiah 26:3 🤍 Prayer Template (based on Philippians 4:6-7) → Available inside the Facebook Group under the Guides tab 👉 Join the Free Facebook Group Here: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

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Were you raised Catholic but feel disconnected from God? Do you believe in God but struggle to hear His Voice? Are you tired of going through the motions of what feels like empty religion? Are you ready for a personal relationship with Jesus? If so, I’m glad you’re here! This podcast will help you spiritually connect with God, build a personal relationship with Jesus, and experience the peace of knowing God is with you. Hi, I’m Meagan! I’m a wife, mom of 3, and a revert Catholic. I was raised Catholic but drifted away from the Catholic church. I was yearning for God’s presence and felt like something was missing as I went through the motions of my inherited faith. Between the weight of everyday life and not knowing where to start, I was disconnected from God. I finally realized that if I wanted to connect with God, I needed to prioritize and stay consistent with simple spiritual disciplines. Through prayer, bible study, surrender, and a deeper understanding of biblical truth and the teachings of Catholicism, I began personally seeking God, hearing from Him, and deepening my relationship with Christ in a more intimate way. And I’m ready to share that with you! If you’re ready to finally grow closer to God, build a personal relationship with Jesus through simple spiritual practices, and experience more peace, hope, and confidence in your faith, this podcast is for you!  Hit follow - grab your Bible, coffee, and highlighters and let's move beyond raised Catholic into a Spirit-filled relationship with Jesus.

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