Sr. Edelquine Shivachi
Season 3, Episode 5
Meet Sister Edelquine Shivachi of the Little Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi as she describes her upbringing in Kenya, her discovery of and entry into religious life, and how her vows have led her to the deeper study of theology at Notre Dame.
Gabriel Reynolds
Season 3, Episode 4
Hear the story and scholarship of Professor Gabriel Reynolds as he describes his journey to a deeper Catholic faith, his sense of true vocation, and his hopes for interreligious dialogue between Muslims and Christians.
Danielle Rose Hesley
Season 3, Episode 3
For our third episode this season, listen to sacred musician Danielle Rose Hesley ’02 as she describes her winding path of discernment to marriage and motherhood as well as her prayerful method of creating music.
Cecily Castillo
Season 3, Episode 2
Hear senior Cecily Castillo describe her faith journey, its development while at Notre Dame, and the contribution she leaves on campus as she graduates.
Coach Lou Holtz
Season 3, Episode 1
In our first episode of season three, catch up with former Notre Dame Head Football Coach Lou Holtz as he tells us about important moments in his life, his principles to success, and how to find hope during difficult times.
Maddie Link
Season 2, Episode 7
In our final episode of the season, meet senior Maddie Link as she shares with us her story of being a student, using her voice to sing God’s praise, and living with a significant visual impairment.
Kevin Phelan
Season 2, Episode 6
Listen to the story of Kevin Phelan, a former business executive who gave up his corporate career to serve in two dioceses grappling with the Catholic Church’s abuse scandal.
Patrick Kincaid
Season 2, Episode 5
Knott Hall Rector Patrick Kincaid ’12 M.Ed. joins the podcast and shares the challenge of losing his father at a young age, the impact of teaching and forming young people, and giving the gift of his music to others.
Ron and Beth Grisoli
Season 2, Episode 4
Hear Ron and Beth Grisoli describe the joys and crosses of their marriage and family life, including loss and distance from family, raising a child with special needs, the upheaval of Hurricane Katrina, and the grace and love that has sustained them along the way.
Sr. Benedicta Duna, OSF
Season 2, Episode 3
Meet Sr. Benedicta Duna, a 2008 Notre Dame graduate and Sister of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration. She considers the important moments of her calling, the sacrifices and joys of religious life, and how each person can find God’s will in life.
Fr. Pete McCormick, CSC
Season 2, Episode 2
Fr. Pete McCormick, CSC, Director of Campus Ministry and chaplain to the Notre Dame Men’s Basketball team, discusses the surprises of life and God’s plans, the love and lessons of sports, and the people who inspire him as a priest.
Sofia Carozza
Season 2, Episode 1
Sofia Carozza, the valedictorian of Notre Dame’s Class of 2019, gives a glimpse into her life’s pivotal moments, discusses her love of and future in neuroscience, and provides insight into what is truly worth pursuing in life.
Fr. Peter Rocca, CSC
Season 1, Episode 7
Fr. Peter Rocca, CSC, outgoing Rector of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, enlightens us with reflections on his ministry as a priest, the liturgical changes since Vatican II, and holiness lived in the context of religious life.
Cindy Sescleifer
Season 1, Episode 6
This week’s podcast episode features Cindy Sescleifer ’85, an Inspired Leadership Initiative fellow and Notre Dame parent.
Joe Crowley
Season 1, Episode 5
Hear graduating senior Joe Crowley describe his discernment to attend Notre Dame and his calling to education as he moves to the next phase of life.
Eric and Jill Sims
Season 1, Episode 4
Listen to Eric and Jill Sims as they discuss life, marriage, and the challenges of losing a child and caring for another with special needs.
Marian Appleton
Season 1, Episode 3
Meet Marian Appleton, the woman who has responded to thousands of prayer requests each year through FaithND!
Audrey Barbe
Season 1, Episode 2
Listen as Audrey Barbe, a third-year exchange student from France, discusses her life and discernment.
Fr. Pat Reidy, CSC
Season 1, Episode 1
In our very first episode, Fr. Pat Reidy, a priest of the Congregation of Holy Cross, provides relatable spiritual insights from his vocation story.