BONUS: My Take on the Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni Drama
The internet has taken sides—Blake Lively or Justin Baldoni? Today, Lila is breaking down the fiasco: how we got here, the backlash, and the lessons everyone should be paying attention to. Spoiler: most of this mess could’ve been avoided if Hollywood had real decency and intimacy standards. Let’s talk about it. Check out our sponsors:-Hallow: https://www.hallow.com/lila Enter into prayer more deeply this season with the Hallow App, get 3 months free by using this link to sign up!-We Heart Nutrition: https://www.weheartnutrition.com/ Get high quality vitamin supplements for 20% off using the code LILA.
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E187: Debunking The Myths About Opus Dei w/Fr Luke Mata
In this episode, Lila sits down with Fr. Luke Mata to explore the spiritual principles of Opus Dei, which literally translates to "The Work." Unlike many religious groups which encourage people to leave society in order to become sanctified, Opus Dei Founder St. Josemaria Escriva taught that one can become holy through the business of everyday life, not in spite of it.Fr. Luke also shares how his deep faith—and his mother’s example of holiness in the midst of suffering—shaped his spiritual journey, guiding him to a vocation in the priesthood where he would ultimately serve as Vicar of Opus Dei for the West.Fr. Luke has a PhD in Moral Philosophy and served in two papal synods. He also is a former Vicar of Opus Dei for the West. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about vocation, leadership, and living out your faith in the modern world. Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 A big thank to our partner, EWTN, the world’s leading Catholic network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our Sponsors:-EveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy diapers from an amazing pro-life diaper company and use code LILA and get 10% off!-Franciscan University Study Abroad: Experience the summer of your life learning and growing in faith in beautiful Austria: https://austria.franciscan.edu/-Seven Weeks Coffee: https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com Buy your pro-life coffee with code LILA and get up to 25% off! 00:00:00 - Intro00:01:24 - When did you become a priest?00:02:49 - Longing for priesthood growing up?00:10:57 - EveryLife00:15:19 - Opus Dei parties00:20:32 - Franciscan University Steubenville00:21:34 - Conversion Stories00:31:49 - Seven Weeks00:32:59 - What is Opus Dei?00:37:28 - Is Opus Dei secretive00:39:19 - DaVinci Code and Dan Brown00:42:17 - Is Opus Dei powerful?00:46:47 - Is Opus Dei wealthy?00:48:16 - What does it mean to be a member of Opus Dei?00:49:55 - Plan of Life00:51:58 - How to develop a consistent prayer life?00:55:09 - Too much noise & need for silence00:57:47 - Who do you pray to?01:03:10 - What about Mary?01:08:33 - Whole point of Opus Dei
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E186: A Field Guide to Faith, Finances, and Family w/Paul J Kim
Society often tells us that having a big family is a financial burden—but is that really true? Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Paul J. Kim, a renowned speaker, comedian, and ministry leader, who debunks this myth. We dive into the practical and spiritual aspects of family finances, emphasizing radical trust in God's providence, hard work, and an inflation-proof investment strategy. Paul also shares his powerful journey of faith—from a partying lifestyle to a deeper conversion —along with his love story, a romance that bridged the divide between Catholicism and Protestantism. Plus, we explore his family’s rich history, including his father’s unlikely conversion to Catholicism in Korea. With Paul’s signature joy and humor, this conversation is both inspiring and entertaining. Don’t miss it!Paul’s Website: https://www.pjkmusic.com/Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865A big thank to our partner, EWTN, the world’s leading Catholic network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our Sponsors:-Good Ranchers: https://go.goodranchers.com/lila Purchase your American Meat Delivered subscription today and get a free add-on of beef, chicken, bacon, or salmon! Use code LILA for $25 off! -Franciscan University Study Abroad: Experience the summer of your life learning and growing in faith in beautiful Austria: https://austria.franciscan.edu/-We Heart Nutrition: https://www.weheartnutrition.com/ Get high quality vitamin supplements for 20% off using the code LILA. -Hallow: https://www.hallow.com/lila Enter into prayer more deeply this season with the Hallow App, get 3 months free by using this link to sign up!Time Stamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:03:44 - Jesus encounters us in our mess00:06:05 - Were you raised Catholic?00:06:49 - Korean Mission History00:12:08 - Hallow00:13:04 - Paul’s turning point00:25:12 - Transferred to Franciscan University Stuebenville00:27:00 - Franciscan00:30:10 - Good Ranchers00:35:13 - Marriage Discernment00:42:56 - Our Lady of Guadalupe00:56:45 - True wealth00:59:44 - Finances in first year of marriage01:01:59 - Most Americans don’t learn this…01:03:22 - Personal Finance advice from scripture01:06:19 - Assets vs Liabilities01:09:19 - Investing
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E185: She Forgave Her Family's Murderers w/Immaculee Ilibagiza
Today, I have the privilege of speaking with Immaculée Ilibagiza, an extraordinary witness to faith and resilience. She survived the 1994 Rwandan Genocide by hiding in a tiny bathroom for three months with seven other women. When she emerged, she faced the devastating loss of her family and friends, who had all been murdered. Immaculée shares her incredible journey of faith, hope, and forgiveness, even as she came face to face with those responsible for her family's deaths. Her story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, and I’m deeply honored to have this conversation with her. I hope it moves you as much as it did me.-Immaculee’s website: https://www.immaculee.com/-Her instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilibagizaimmaculee/ Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 A big thank to our partner, EWTN, the world’s leading Catholic network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our Sponsors!-Franciscan University Study Abroad: Experience the summer of your life learning and growing in faith in beautiful Austria: https://austria.franciscan.edu/-Crowd Health: https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/ The new alternative to health insurance - sign up and use the code "LILA" for a special deal of $99 for your first 3 months!-EveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy diapers from an amazing pro-life diaper company and use code LILA and get 10% off! 00:00:00 - Intro00:01:46 - Immaculee’s Background00:05:50 - Marian apparition00:11:16 - CrowdHealth00:12:15 - Franciscan University00:13:17 - History of tribal hatred00:17:36 - She only had a rosary00:20:46 - Lost 50 pounds00:24:02 - “What changed was my heart”00:26:44 - They came to search, I knew my life was over00:37:56 - Meditating on Jesus’ death00:40:26 - A million people dead…00:48:30 - Media fomenting hatred00:58:23 - Patterns in the killers?01:05:03 - Her first job afterwards01:13:10 - Encounter with rosary01:25:31 - American Media
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E184: The Secrets to a Happy and Holy Family Life w/John & Lisa Bevere
Today, I’m thrilled to welcome my dear friends and international bestselling authors, John and Lisa Bevere. This dynamic duo is here to share their invaluable insights on reigniting passion in your marriage and raising Godly children. Drawing from their personal journey and years of living and teaching the Word, they offer practical advice to help your family flourish. In this episode, you’ll discover the power of discipline, prioritizing prayer and family time, and showing respect to your spouse in a way that builds trust and faithfulness. We can’t wait for you to hear their incredible wisdom!Check out John's website: https://johnbevere.com/Check out Lisa's website: https://lisabevere.com/Their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@conversationswithjohnandlisa/ Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 A big thank to our partner, EWTN, the world’s leading Catholic network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our sponsors!-We Heart Nutrition: https://www.weheartnutrition.com/ Get high quality vitamin supplements for 20% off using the code LILA. -EveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy diapers from an amazing pro-life diaper company and use code LILA and get 10% off!-Seven Weeks Coffee: https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com Buy your pro-life coffee with code LILA and get up to 25% off! 00:00:00 - Intro00:04:42 - Messenger International Ministry00:07:50 - #1 app in Language in the world00:09:06 - Every Life00:12:57 - Book Writing00:15:39 - Importance of morning prayer00:21:40 - This is not the time to be spiritually indifferent00:24:30 - We Heart Nutrition00:27:17 - Putting Prayer First in Marriage00:31:17 - Spanking and Discipline00:31:50 - Seven Weeks00:35:15 - Discipline vs Punishment00:43:03 - Knowing your children’s temperament00:47:26 - 4 Stages of Parenting00:51:17 - 3 Keys to Raising Godly Children00:57:01 - Rules in marriage00:59:33 - Enemy toward falling in love01:04:22 - We want to be loved in certain ways01:05:10 - Advice for wives01:12:28 - The impact of a wife’s confidence01:13:03 - Tips for communication and intimacy