The Lila Rose Show

Kendra lost her husband of 21 years to cancer, leaving her a widow with 10 children. Despite the overwhelming grief, she found peace and remarried. How did she navigate such profound loss? How did she come to understand her husband's death as part of God’s plan? And what was it like to open her heart to love again? In today’s episode of the Lila Rose Show, I sit down with Kendra to discuss how she found healing by surrendering to God's will. ♥️ Join us for this moving discussion! Check out Kendra's work:https://catholicallyear.com/https://market.catholicallyear.com/Watch the first episode: https://youtu.be/JBK6sPjaHTgA big thank you to our partner, EWTN, the world’s leading Catholic network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our Sponsors:-Seven Weeks Coffee: https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com Buy your pro-life coffee with code LILA and get up to 25% off!-EveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy diapers from an amazing pro-life diaper company and use code LILA and get 10% off!-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! Timestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:02:53 - What does finding love after death look like?00:08:05 - Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence00:25:38 - Unexpected joys of finding love after loss00:28:51 - Advice for people experiencing loss00:33:33 - We want detachment even from good things00:35:45 - What’s it like blending families?00:48:44 - John was married before00:49:42 - Divorce vs Annulment 01:06:06 - God’s not giving us the grace for another's shoes01:09:27 - How has your work changed?01:13:06 - Praying for the dead?

Join me and my friend Ruslan KD as we analyze Trump’s victory in this pivotal election. We'll share our reactions, analyze fascinating demographic shifts, and explore the potential impact on key social issues like the economy, gender ideology, abortion, marriage, and faith.

Michael Gasparro, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from California, shares his personal journey with same-sex attraction and offers insights from his work with clients. The conversation tackles whether people are 'born gay,' the influence of childhood environments on attraction, and the complexities of navigating therapy in light of societal and religious beliefs. Gasparro emphasizes the importance of supportive parenting and understanding the psychological impacts of early experiences, advocating for open dialogue around sexual health.

I'm announcing my pick for the 2024 United States Presidential Election

Nora’s family was anti-Christian, immersed in Wicca - a pagan religion that involved spell-casting and using Ouija boards. As she grew older, she began casting spells herself, searching for meaning. But as Nora delved deeper, she would experience scary moments when her Ouija board would shift on its own, hinting at forces beyond her control. Around the same time, she started dating a Catholic in college who invited her to Mass, where one profound moment changed her life forever.

Today on the show we discuss Harris' pro-abortion Texas rally that featured Beyoncé and Jessica Alba, talk about Eva Mendes' inspiring acting decision to protect her marriage, and much more! Culture offers competing visions of womanhood, marriage, and motherhood. Recent stories that stood out to me: Jessica Alba and Beyoncé at a Harris rally in Houston, Eva Mendes discussing her important action to , and a thought-provoking tweet from author and professor Catherine Pakaluk, who’ll be on the show soon!

Should Christians celebrate Halloween? What’s the REAL meaning of “trick or treat”? Are ghosts real? Is praying for the dead biblical? Today exorcist Fr. Ambrose Criste returns to the podcast to talk about the spiritual side of Halloween, spooky stuff and all.

What was it like to be a close personal friend of Mother Teresa? How did she handle a demanding schedule while still giving genuine attention to every person she encountered? What was her spiritual darkness like? Today I sit down with Jim Towey, author of “To Love and Be Loved” and former attorney for Mother Teresa. We talk about this wonderful saint (one of my biggest inspirations!) and what her heroic life was like. We explore the secret to her powerful influence over politicians and celebrities, and how her humor, humility, and deep compassion for the marginalized have solidified her legacy as one of history's greatest humanitarians.

Fr. Ambrose Criste from St. Michael's Abbey shares profound insights on the intersection of Christian ethics and politics. He addresses the moral imperatives for Christians when voting, especially in the face of challenging options regarding candidates and their stances on issues like abortion. The conversation explores civic responsibilities, the sanctity of life, and the impact of faith on political choices. Criste also emphasizes engaging in activism and the communal duty to uphold moral principles in governance.

What was it like to grow up as Ronald Reagan’s son? How did family politics, religion, adoption, and fame affect his life? Today I sit down with Michael Reagan, a former talk show host, political commentator and adopted son of President Ronal Reagan. We talk about his pro-life views, Catholic faith, and how he sees the current state of politics in America. Michael reveals the abuse he suffered as a child and the ricochet effect it had on his adult life. Plus he shares stories of what his father was like behind the scenes in an intimate family setting.