Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Come as You Are, we turn the microphone on our host, Angela Xavier, as she steps into the guest seat to share her moving journey of conversion and radical trust. After navigating seasons of deep brokenness, anxiety, and depression, Angela completely surrendered her will to God, discovering a love that radically rebuilt her life through the Rosary and the sacraments. If you are currently walking through a dark season or feeling distant from yo...
Jun 29
24 min
Send us Fan Mail My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. What happens when your greatest struggle becomes your greatest connection to God? In this episode, Bryan Bradburn shares his personal journey of moving from the Baptist faith to Catholicism, all while learning to navigate addiction and depression. With refreshing honesty, he talks about how these mental health challenges have become a "thorn in his side"—an ongoing reminder to lean on Christ every day. ...
May 26
37 min
Send us Fan Mail Meet CtR's Youth Director, Kendall McCrystal about how to really connect with students. Kendall shares how she moves past basic small talk to truly understand what life is like for kids today. It’s all about meeting students where they’re at, instead of just waiting for them to come to you.We also dive into her personal faith, as Kendall shares how her favorite saint, St. Rita has been a constant source of strength and guidance through the ups and downs of life and ministry.&...
Apr 23
40 min
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, meet Alberto Gonzalez from CtR’s Homeschool Connect and Trail Life. He shares his journey of vocational discernment and how, through prayer, he realized God was calling him not to the priesthood but to marriage and family. What he once sought in that priesthood, he now finds in the everyday grace of fatherhood and family life. His story is proof that God’s plans often surprise us with unexpected, deeply fulfilling turns. A moving reminder that true voca...
Mar 12
24 min
Send us Fan Mail Luisa Guzman, Spiritual Director at Christ the Redeemer, shares why she was drawn to this ministry: after encountering God’s personal, merciful love during her own trials, she now helps others experience the same transformative grace. Deeply shaped by St. Faustina’s Diary, she embraced radical trust and discovered the boundless, tender reality of Divine Mercy—God’s relentless love for every soul. Tune in for her inspiring story! ctrcc.com ctrcc.com Instagram: ctrhouston Fac...
Jan 23
25 min
Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, cancer survivor Mary Jones shares how facing cancer twice deepened her faith and transformed her prayer life. Through surrender to God’s will, she discovered He was always with her, even in the darkest moments. A moving story of trust, listening, and God’s quiet, constant companionship. ctrcc.com ctrcc.com Instagram: ctrhouston Facebook: ctrcc
Dec 11, 2025
27 min
Send us Fan Mail Meet Tatiana Vasquez, Communications Specialist at Christ the Redeemer. In this episode, she shares profound lessons on forgiveness, humility, and the transformative power of putting God first. Tatiana reminds us to be bold in faith—because in the end, nothing else matters but Jesus. ctrcc.com Instagram: ctrhouston Facebook: ctrcc
Nov 5, 2025
13 min
Send us Fan Mail Tune in to discover Deacon Brad Snyder's inspiring journey! Learn what it truly means to embrace prayer as a "posture of availability"—far more than words alone—and hear the vocational story that shaped his path to the diaconate: pivotal moments, quiet discernments, and divine confirmations. Experience his profound encounter with God, the saint who became his spiritual guide, and the wisdom he's gathered along the way. ctrcc.com ctrcc.com Instagram: ctrhouston Facebook: ctrcc...
Oct 23, 2025
25 min
Send us Fan Mail In this uplifting episode, we sit down with our beloved parochial vicar, Fr. Vincent Tran, our very joyful priest, whose vibrant spirit radiates Jesus’ love in all he does. Shaped by his aunt’s devout Catholic faith, Fr. Vincent’s path to the priesthood was sparked by a transformative talk from a missionary priest, which led him to discern his vocation. He shares wisdom on staying rooted in prayer and how the saints guide us, like athletes, toward communion with Christ. Tune ...
Oct 9, 2025
27 min
Send us Fan Mail We’re thrilled to introduce Rev. Mark Hebert, the new pastor of Christ the Redeemer! In a heartfelt reflection, Rev. Hebert shares his inspiring journey to the priesthood and the wisdom he’s gained from Cardinal DiNardo. With a bold vision for our community, he aims to guide his flock toward a deeper encounter with Christ, encouraging each member to share their unique gifts and talents. His mission is clear: to help every heart know God, love God, and serve God with passion a...
Sep 18, 2025
51 min
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