web02.fireside.fm Sat, 16 May 2026 00:35:57 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Ave Spotlight - Episodes Tagged with “Marriage” https://avespotlight.fireside.fm/tags/marriage Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 Want to hear more about life from a Catholic perspective? Listen to host Oscar Rivera as he talks with special guests about culture, current events, and all things Catholic. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of your faith and how to live it in the world today. en-us episodic with Oscar Rivera Ave Maria Press Want to hear more about life from a Catholic perspective? Listen to host Oscar Rivera as he talks with special guests about culture, current events, and all things Catholic. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of your faith and how to live it in the world today. no Catholic, news, pop culture, Faith, hope, Ave Maria Press Ave Maria Press katieprejean@gmail.com Episode 191: Motherhood’s Humble Confidence feat. Pamela Rivera https://avespotlight.fireside.fm/191 533f540d-c7c6-4272-913d-c8db68be0478 Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 Ave Maria Press 191 Motherhood’s Humble Confidence feat. Pamela Rivera full Ave Maria Press In this episode, my wife, Pamela Rivera, joins me for a heartfelt conversation about how motherhood changes when our prayer life and interior life begin to deepen. Pam encourages listeners to embrace humility, rediscover the beauty of silence, and make space for the Lord to speak in the quiet moments of Adoration. Sometimes what our souls need most is less noise and more time in God’s presence. In this conversation, we explore: Why pride stands in opposition to the feminine genius How trust in God’s providence grows when we take courageous leaps of faith Whether marriage is more like a football team or a track team—and why the difference matters Plus, I sit down with my own mother to ask one simple question: “What was I like as a kid?” 53:40 no <p>In this episode, my wife, Pamela Rivera, joins me for a heartfelt conversation about how motherhood changes when our prayer life and interior life begin to deepen. Pam encourages listeners to embrace humility, rediscover the beauty of silence, and make space for the Lord to speak in the quiet moments of Adoration. Sometimes what our souls need most is less noise and more time in God’s presence.</p> <p>In this conversation, we explore:</p> <ul> <li>Why pride stands in opposition to the feminine genius</li> <li>How trust in God’s providence grows when we take courageous leaps of faith</li> <li>Whether marriage is more like a football team or a track team—and why the difference matters</li> </ul> <p>Plus, I sit down with my own mother to ask one simple question: “What was I like as a kid?”</p> <p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p> <p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>) </p> Ave Maria Press, Ave Spotlight, Mother's Day, Oscar Rivera, Pamela Rivera, Catholic podcast, feminine genius, motherhood, marriage, humility, prayer, Eucharistic Adoration In this episode, my wife, Pamela Rivera, joins me for a heartfelt conversation about how motherhood changes when our prayer life and interior life begin to deepen. Pam encourages listeners to embrace humility, rediscover the beauty of silence, and make space for the Lord to speak in the quiet moments of Adoration. Sometimes what our souls need most is less noise and more time in God’s presence.

In this conversation, we explore:

  • Why pride stands in opposition to the feminine genius
  • How trust in God’s providence grows when we take courageous leaps of faith
  • Whether marriage is more like a football team or a track team—and why the difference matters

Plus, I sit down with my own mother to ask one simple question: “What was I like as a kid?”

We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!

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In this conversation, we explore:

  • Why pride stands in opposition to the feminine genius
  • How trust in God’s providence grows when we take courageous leaps of faith
  • Whether marriage is more like a football team or a track team—and why the difference matters

Plus, I sit down with my own mother to ask one simple question: “What was I like as a kid?”

We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!

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]]> Episode 162: Faithful Surrender: Adoption, Marriage, and Bold Prayers with Allison Gingras https://avespotlight.fireside.fm/162 a8487a71-d1a4-451c-a8ba-9b47e521628d Mon, 31 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Ave Maria Press 162 Faithful Surrender: Adoption, Marriage, and Bold Prayers with Allison Gingras full Ave Maria Press In this episode, Oscar sits down with Catholic author and media evangelist Allison Gingras to talk about marriage, family, and the boldness of saying "yes" when God calls you into the unexpected. Allison shares her powerful journey of surrender and trust, which led her all the way to China to adopt a specific child. We also explore the beauty of the Sacrament of Marriage, how God guides couples, and the importance of open communication in following his lead. 29:29 no <p>In this episode, Oscar sits down with Catholic author and media evangelist Allison Gingras to talk about marriage, family, and the boldness of saying "yes" when God calls you into the unexpected. Allison shares her powerful journey of surrender and trust, which led her all the way to China to adopt a specific child. We also explore the beauty of the Sacrament of Marriage, how God guides couples, and the importance of open communication in following his lead.</p> <p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p> <p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>) </p> Ave Spotlight, free Catholic podcast, Oscar Rivera, Allison Gingras, marriage, family, adoption, Ave Maria Press In this episode, Oscar sits down with Catholic author and media evangelist Allison Gingras to talk about marriage, family, and the boldness of saying "yes" when God calls you into the unexpected. Allison shares her powerful journey of surrender and trust, which led her all the way to China to adopt a specific child. We also explore the beauty of the Sacrament of Marriage, how God guides couples, and the importance of open communication in following his lead.

We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!

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]]> Episode 161: From Struggles to Strength: Real Talk on Marriage and Faith feat. Mary Bruno https://avespotlight.fireside.fm/161 c720d70f-7139-4436-b6cf-c1aeabb535ce Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Ave Maria Press 161 From Struggles to Strength: Real Talk on Marriage and Faith feat. Mary Bruno full Ave Maria Press In this episode, Oscar sits down with Mary Bruno to unpack the quirks, challenges, and joys of marriage. From humorous food debates to deep struggles with infertility and faith, they share raw and uplifting stories of love, loss, and transformation. Mary opens up about her journey through infertility, the adoption of her daughter, and the powerful moment she encountered Jesus in her pain. Together, they explore the beauty of intimacy, the importance of vulnerability, and how God’s light shines through even the darkest moments. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on embracing love, suffering, and purpose in marriage. 32:36 no <p>In this episode, Oscar sits down with Mary Bruno to unpack the quirks, challenges, and joys of marriage. From humorous food debates to deep struggles with infertility and faith, they share raw and uplifting stories of love, loss, and transformation. Mary opens up about her journey through infertility, the adoption of her daughter, and the powerful moment she encountered Jesus in her pain. Together, they explore the beauty of intimacy, the importance of vulnerability, and how God’s light shines through even the darkest moments. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on embracing love, suffering, and purpose in marriage.</p> <p>We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!</p> <p>Editing provided by Forte Catholic (<a href="https://www.fortecatholic.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.fortecatholic.com/</a>) </p> Ave Maria Press, Ave Spotlight, free Catholic podcast, Maria Bruno, marriage, infertility and faith, intimacy, embracing love in marriage, Oscar Rivera In this episode, Oscar sits down with Mary Bruno to unpack the quirks, challenges, and joys of marriage. From humorous food debates to deep struggles with infertility and faith, they share raw and uplifting stories of love, loss, and transformation. Mary opens up about her journey through infertility, the adoption of her daughter, and the powerful moment she encountered Jesus in her pain. Together, they explore the beauty of intimacy, the importance of vulnerability, and how God’s light shines through even the darkest moments. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on embracing love, suffering, and purpose in marriage.

We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!

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]]> In this episode, Oscar sits down with Mary Bruno to unpack the quirks, challenges, and joys of marriage. From humorous food debates to deep struggles with infertility and faith, they share raw and uplifting stories of love, loss, and transformation. Mary opens up about her journey through infertility, the adoption of her daughter, and the powerful moment she encountered Jesus in her pain. Together, they explore the beauty of intimacy, the importance of vulnerability, and how God’s light shines through even the darkest moments. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on embracing love, suffering, and purpose in marriage.

We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!

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