Persistence in Prayer with Kylie Hein

Kylie Hein

Welcome to the Persistence in Prayer podcast — where Catholic women who feel scattered, stretched thin, and pulled in a million directions can stop overthinking, quiet the noise, and find peace in God’s presence. Do you push through each day chasing productivity, yet feel like your soul is running on empty? Do you long to pray with focus, but your mind spins with stress, decisions, and distractions? Do you want clarity in your faith, but feel weighed down by pressure to be “the good one” or “get it right”? You’re not alone. Hosted by Catholic mindset coach, spiritual director, wife, mom, and speaker Kylie Hein, this podcast helps overwhelmed Catholic women clear the mental clutter and reclaim space for prayer, trust, and peace. Each episode offers: Simple Catholic prayer practices you can actually use in busy lifeReal-life stories of women overcoming stress, perfectionism, and anxietyHonest conversations about faith, surrender, and discernmentTools rooted in Scripture, the saints, and Church teaching for peace of mind and soul You’ll discover how to: Pray when you feel distracted, stressed, or spiritually dryHear God’s voice in the middle of your busy scheduleDiscern decisions with peace and confidenceBreak free from perfectionism and self-relianceLive with greater trust, surrender, and clarity of purpose Whether you’re feeling spiritually stuck or longing to go deeper, there’s a place for you here. It’s time to step out of the spiral, begin again, and experience the freedom that comes from persistence in prayer. Because when your soul is ordered in God, your life becomes rooted in His peace.

  1. 6d ago

    #169 Don't Drop Your Guard: The Battle You Can’t Afford to Ignore with Doug Barry

    Send us Fan Mail The spiritual battle isn’t always dramatic. More often, it happens through the small choices we make every day. In this episode, Doug Barry explains how seemingly insignificant compromises—neglecting prayer, losing discipline, or simply letting our guard down—can gradually pull us away from God.  Drawing from his experience and his book First Line of Defense, Doug challenges us to stay spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically battle-ready. You’ll learn why vigilance doesn’t mean living in fear, how our interior spiritual battles affect our lives and relationships, and how daily discipline can prepare us to hear God’s voice and respond when He calls. Doug's Links:  Website - dougbarryofficial.comBook at Ignatius Press - First Line of DefenseSupport the Podcast If this episode has encouraged you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered conversations for women who desire greater peace, clarity, and confidence in hearing God's voice. Every gift helps continue this ministry—thank you for being part of it. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. Another free way to support the podcast is by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Kylie Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com FREE Download - The 14 Rules of St. Ignatiushttps://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

    #169 Don't Drop Your Guard: The Battle You Can’t Afford to Ignore with Doug Barry
  2. Sep 1

    #168 The Lies We Believe About Ourselves with Jane Snyder

    Send us Fan Mail What if some of the things you believe about yourself simply aren’t true?   In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Catholic Womanhood coach Mama Jane unpacks the lies women often believe and how these beliefs can affect our relationships, our choices, and even the way we see God.   Discover how to recognize unhelpful thoughts, bring them honestly into prayer, and begin replacing old beliefs with the truth of who God created you to be.  Plus: Mama Jane and Kylie invite you to their free workshop, The Lies Women Believe About Themselves: Break Free From the Beliefs That Have Shaped How You See Yourself, and Rediscover the Truth of Who You Are in God’s Eyes, on September 22 at 1pm Eastern, 12pm Central, 11am Mountain, and 10am Pacific.  Mama Jane's links:  Website - wisdomwellnesscoaching.net Instagram - @wisdomwellnesscoach Support the Podcast If this episode has encouraged you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered conversations for women who desire greater peace, clarity, and confidence in hearing God's voice. Every gift helps continue this ministry—thank you for being part of it. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. Another free way to support the podcast is by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Kylie Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com FREE Download - The 14 Rules of St. Ignatiushttps://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

    #168 The Lies We Believe About Ourselves with Jane Snyder
  3. Aug 25

    #167 Is It Spiritual Warfare—or Your Hormones? with Cristy Murray

    Send us Fan Mail What if the struggles you’re facing aren’t just spiritual—or just physical?  In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Cristy Murray, a board-certified family nurse practitioner and founder of Blue Veil Wellness, returns for a conversation about the powerful connection between our physical health and spiritual lives.  Cristy shares her own journey from practicing conventional medicine to embracing a more restorative, faith-aligned approach to women’s health.   She also shares how understanding your hormones, cycles, and body can help you move from frustration and confusion toward greater health, peace, and freedom.  We are not just body or soul. We are both. And caring for one can profoundly affect the other.  Cristy's Links:  On Instagram or through her website, Blue Veil Wellness Support the Podcast If this episode has encouraged you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered conversations for women who desire greater peace, clarity, and confidence in hearing God's voice. Every gift helps continue this ministry—thank you for being part of it. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. Another free way to support the podcast is by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Kylie Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com FREE Download - The 14 Rules of St. Ignatiushttps://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

    #167 Is It Spiritual Warfare—or Your Hormones? with Cristy Murray
  4. Aug 18

    #166 The Intentional Household: When People Matter More Than Productivity with John Cuddeback

    Send us Fan Mail In a culture that constantly pulls our attention away from the people who matter most, creating a thriving, intentional household requires us to put first things first. In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, John Cuddeback, author of The Intentional Household, shares why ordinary moments—family meals, conversation, leisure, prayer, and simply being together—are essential for building strong marriages, forming children, and creating homes filled with life.  Discover practical ways to reorder your priorities, deepen relationships, and rediscover the extraordinary in the ordinary. Tune in and learn how small, intentional choices can transform the life of your home. John's Links: Website - life-craft.orgThe Intentional Household PodcastBook - The Intentional Household If this episode has encouraged you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered conversations for women who desire greater peace, clarity, and confidence in hearing God's voice. Every gift helps continue this ministry—thank you for being part of it. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. Another free way to support the podcast is by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Kylie Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com FREE Download - The 14 Rules of St. Ignatiushttps://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

    #166 The Intentional Household: When People Matter More Than Productivity with John Cuddeback
  5. Aug 11

    #165 The Grief You Didn’t Know You Were Carrying with Johanna Stamps

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever told yourself, "God has a plan," while still feeling hurt, stuck, or unable to move forward? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, grief coach and Positive Doing founder Johanna Stamps joins me to talk about the grief and loss we often don't even realize we're carrying—and why simply knowing the right Christian answers doesn't always help us process what's happening in our hearts. Grief isn't limited to the death of someone we love. It can come with the loss of a relationship, a career, a dream, a season of life, or something we thought our life would look like. Johanna shares why unprocessed grief can leave our thoughts spinning, why rest and silence are essential for processing loss, and what it means to tell ourselves the whole truth about what we've experienced. We also talk about something Christians can be especially prone to: using true statements like "God has a plan" to rush ourselves past the very real pain underneath. Instead, Johanna invites us to become curious about what we're carrying and create space to ask God honest questions—even when the answers don't come right away. If you've ever wondered why you still feel stuck after a loss, felt guilty for struggling when you know God is good, or simply haven't known what to do with the things that hurt, this conversation will give you a different way to approach grief—with honesty, curiosity, and God. Johanna's Links Website: positivedoingcoach.com Support the Podcast If this episode has encouraged you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered conversations for women who desire greater peace, clarity, and confidence in hearing God's voice. Every gift helps continue this ministry—thank you for being part of it. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. Another free way to support the podcast is by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Kylie Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com FREE Download - The 14 Rules of St. Ignatiushttps://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemhein Support the show

    #165 The Grief You Didn’t Know You Were Carrying with Johanna Stamps
  6. Aug 4

    #164 Is Spiritual Warfare Really Happening? How to Recognize the Battle in Your Thoughts | with Colleen Orchanian

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why the moment you try to pray, grow in holiness, or become the woman God is calling you to be, everything suddenly feels harder? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, I'm joined by spiritual director, author, and retreat leader Colleen Orchanian to explore what spiritual warfare really is—and why it often looks much more ordinary than we expect. Together, we discuss how the enemy subtly attacks our identity, our relationship with God, and our relationships with others through lies, fear, shame, discouragement, and confusion. We also share practical ways to discern God's voice, recognize spiritual attacks, and respond with peace instead of panic. If you've ever struggled with overthinking, self-condemnation, feeling like you're never enough, or wondering whether the thoughts in your mind are leading you toward God or away from Him, this conversation will give you practical tools rooted in the Catholic faith to help you fight the spiritual battle with confidence. In this episode, you'll learn: What spiritual warfare actually is (and what it isn't)How to recognize common spiritual attacks in everyday lifeThe three core image distortions the enemy uses to keep us stuckHow to discern whether a thought comes from God, yourself, or the enemyWhy shame, fear, and confusion are often signs of spiritual attackPractical ways to respond when you recognize you're under attackSpiritual practices that strengthen you before the next battle comesColleen's Links Website: https://colleenorchanian.com/Purchase Who's Voice Are You Listening To?Support the Podcast If this episode has encouraged you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered conversations for women who desire greater peace, clarity, and confidence in hearing God's voice. Every gift helps continue this ministry—thank you for being part of it. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. Another free way to support the podcast is by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Kylie Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com FREE Download - The 14 Rules of St. Ignatiushttps://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

    #164 Is Spiritual Warfare Really Happening? How to Recognize the Battle in Your Thoughts | with Colleen Orchanian
  7. Jul 28

    #163 The Spiritual Life Made Simple with Dr. Matthew DuBroy

    Send us Fan Mail If you've ever wondered why you don't feel closer to God despite going to Mass, praying, and trying to do all the "right" things, this conversation is for you.  In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Dr. Matthew DuBroy shares how authentic spiritual growth isn't about adding more devotions—it's about allowing God to transform your heart through prayer, the sacraments, and faithfulness in your everyday life.  Discover practical wisdom for pursuing holiness, embracing suffering with hope, and growing closer to God right where He has placed you. Matthew's Links: Aquinas Institute for Christian Perfection Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthew.dubroy/ X: https://x.com/DrMDuBroy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drmatthewdubroy Support the Podcast If this episode has blessed you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered content for women who are hungry for truth, rest, and deeper relationship with God. Every bit helps—thank you for being part of this mission. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. You can also support the show by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Kylie Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com FREE Download - Daily Examen for Every TemperamentFREE Download - Decluttering By Temperamenthttps://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

    #163 The Spiritual Life Made Simple with Dr. Matthew DuBroy
  8. Jul 21

    #162 Choosing Grace Over Performance with Allison Krug

    Send us Fan Mail Are you exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone while feeling like you're never enough? In this episode of Persistence in Prayer, Allison Krug, a wife, mother of two, epidemiologist, and certified performance coach, joins me to discuss the hidden burden of perfectionism, the pressure to perform, and the freedom that comes from rooting your identity in Christ instead of your accomplishments.  Discover practical ways to quiet your inner critic, let go of unrealistic expectations, and embrace God's grace over striving. If you're longing to trade pressure for peace and performance for purpose, this episode will remind you that your worth has never depended on what you do. It has always been found in who you are as God's beloved daughter. Allison's links: Website: trainmyaim.comSupport the Podcast If this episode has blessed you, would you consider supporting the show? Your donation helps provide Christ-centered content for women who are hungry for truth, rest, and deeper relationship with God. Every bit helps—thank you for being part of this mission. You can make a monthly donation HERE, or a one-time donation HERE. You can also support the show by sharing this episode with a friend or leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. Connect with Kylie Book a free Confidence and Clarity Call HERE or email info@kyliemhein.com FREE Download - Daily Examen for Every TemperamentFREE Download - Decluttering By Temperamenthttps://www.kyliemhein.comOn IG @kyliemheinSupport the show

    #162 Choosing Grace Over Performance with Allison Krug
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Welcome to the Persistence in Prayer podcast — where Catholic women who feel scattered, stretched thin, and pulled in a million directions can stop overthinking, quiet the noise, and find peace in God’s presence. Do you push through each day chasing productivity, yet feel like your soul is running on empty? Do you long to pray with focus, but your mind spins with stress, decisions, and distractions? Do you want clarity in your faith, but feel weighed down by pressure to be “the good one” or “get it right”? You’re not alone. Hosted by Catholic mindset coach, spiritual director, wife, mom, and speaker Kylie Hein, this podcast helps overwhelmed Catholic women clear the mental clutter and reclaim space for prayer, trust, and peace. Each episode offers: Simple Catholic prayer practices you can actually use in busy lifeReal-life stories of women overcoming stress, perfectionism, and anxietyHonest conversations about faith, surrender, and discernmentTools rooted in Scripture, the saints, and Church teaching for peace of mind and soul You’ll discover how to: Pray when you feel distracted, stressed, or spiritually dryHear God’s voice in the middle of your busy scheduleDiscern decisions with peace and confidenceBreak free from perfectionism and self-relianceLive with greater trust, surrender, and clarity of purpose Whether you’re feeling spiritually stuck or longing to go deeper, there’s a place for you here. It’s time to step out of the spiral, begin again, and experience the freedom that comes from persistence in prayer. Because when your soul is ordered in God, your life becomes rooted in His peace.

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