Ave Spotlight
with Oscar Rivera
Displaying all 3 Episode of Ave Spotlight with the tag “prayer”.
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Episode 163: Last Week of Lent: Finish Strong with Oscar Rivera
April 14th, 2025 | 21 mins 2 secs
almsgiving, ave maria press, ave spotlight, fasting, free catholic podcast, how is lent going for you, lent, oscar rivera, podcast for the everyday catholic, prayer
As we enter the final week of Lent, host Oscar Rivera reminds us that it’s not the time to dwell on any shortcomings in our almsgiving, fasting, and prayer. Instead, it’s a moment to refocus, recommit, and finish strong. Whether your Lent has gone exactly as planned or felt a bit off track, these last few days offer a powerful opportunity to embrace the spirit of sacrifice and spiritual growth. In this episode, Oscar shares encouragement and practical wisdom to help you make this final stretch count—so you can prepare your heart for the joy and renewal of Easter.
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Episode 115: Best Lent Ever with Gary Zimak
March 20th, 2023 | 26 mins 20 secs
almsgiving, ave maria press, ave spotlight, catholic lent, chenele shaw, fasting, free catholic podcast, gary zimak, give up worry for lent, prayer
It’s not too late to make this Lenten season meaningful and transformative. Join Chenele this week as she talks with Gary Zimak, author of Give Up Worry for Lent!, about how to make the most of the weeks leading up to Easter. They talk about sticking to your fasts, being easy on yourself, and growing in your relationship with Christ.
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Episode 9: The Family That Prays Together...
October 5th, 2020 | 31 mins 36 secs
ave maria press, family, family theater company, fr. patrick peyton, pray, prayer
Fr. David Guffey, C.S.C., shares the story of Venerable Patrick Peyton, the founder of Family Rosary who is famous for the phrase “The family that prays together stays together.” The forthcoming documentary Pray tells the story of Peyton’s life and shows how his wisdom can help families navigate media today.