Author: Lindsey Kettner

Lindsey Kettner

Lindsey is a wife, mother, and contributing author at Relevant Radio. She holds a degree in Journalism and Advertising from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Lindsey enjoys writing, baking, and liturgical living with her young family.

Remembering the Life and Legacy of Benedict XVI

December 31, 2022December 31, 2022 Articles, News and Culture

His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI April 16, 1927 – December 31, 2022 Pope Benedict XVI passed into eternal life on December 31, 2022 at age 95. The Vatican announced of ... Read more

Making Space for a Silent Night

December 5, 2022November 30, 2022 Articles, Family and Kids

Silent night, holy night; all is calm, all is bright. Is it just me, or is this time of year the furthest from silent and calm as can be? We ... Read more

Do you show gratitude to God?

November 24, 2022November 17, 2022 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

It’s that time of year when gratitude and greed intersect. Have you ever reflected on the fact that during this season of Thanksgiving and pre-Christmas shopping, our culture is simultaneously ... Read more

Preparing for a Peaceful Death with St. Joseph

November 7, 2022November 4, 2022 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

In this month of the Holy Souls, as we pray for the faithful departed, we would be remiss if we did not also consider our own death. We probably all ... Read more

Observing the Month of the Holy Souls

November 3, 2022November 4, 2022 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

We kicked off this month with the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, more commonly known as All Souls Day, on November 2. But let’s not forget that the entire ... Read more

Why I Keep Bringing My Kids to Mass

October 21, 2022October 17, 2022 Articles, Family and Kids

I have three little kids, and they have a lot of energy. Not a single one of them is the kind of toddler or preschooler who is happy sitting quietly ... Read more

Where did the Sacred Heart Devotion come from?

August 19, 2022August 11, 2022 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a well-known devotion among Catholics. The image is easily recognizable—a heart encircled by a crown of thorns, topped with flames of love and mercy, ... Read more

How Can I Talk to My Kids About Their Grandparents’ Divorce?

August 10, 2022August 10, 2022 Articles, Family and Kids, The Patrick Madrid Show

You’re a Catholic family trying to live out the faith and raise your children in the beauty and truth that comes from God. But things can get complicated when close ... Read more

How to Pray the Rosary Better

July 19, 2022July 18, 2022 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

How good are you at praying the Rosary? Do you struggle through, getting distracted and letting your mind wander? Do you rush through the prayers? Kendra Von Esh, Catholic speaker ... Read more

Taking the Leap: A Story of Discernment

June 23, 2022June 22, 2022 Articles

Nathan called The Patrick Madrid Show late last year for advice as he discerned a vocation to the priesthood. Specifically, he needed help with breaking the news to his girlfriend ... Read more

Let the passage of time not temper our grief

June 17, 2022June 15, 2022 Articles

For weeks and months, the war between Russia and Ukraine dominated headlines. Each day we heard of more atrocities, and learned of new developments in the conflict. We watched in ... Read more

My Peace I Give to You

May 25, 2022May 23, 2022 Articles

In the Gospel this past Sunday we hear Jesus tell his disciples, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you.” Pope Francis reflected on these words during ... Read more

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