

Catholic Minute
Ken Yasinski
A Catholic Podcast from Ken and Janelle Yasinski about intentional Catholic living. Explore topics like marriage, parenting, sacraments, Marian devotions and cultural issues. Enhance your faith with daily reflections during Advent and Lent. Together let’s live the Catholic life. www.kenandjanelle.com
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Mar 5, 2025 • 12min
Ash Wednesday Reflection: “I Am in Hell!” – A Terrifying True Story
Send us a text🔥 Ash Wednesday Reflection: “I Am in Hell!” – A Terrifying True Story 🔥Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, and we are starting this Lenten reflection series with a sobering truth: the reality of Hell. In this gripping episode, we explore shocking, well-documented accounts of those who have experienced Hell—both through mystical visions and terrifying real-life encounters.Watch Video Podcast HereSupport the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Feb 26, 2025 • 6min
Join Us This Lent: A Powerful Journey Through Heaven, Hell & Purgatory!
Send us a textJoin us for Lent Daily, a transformative Lenten series where we explore the mystical visions of the saints on Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory while diving deep into the Church’s teachings on each.To receive Lent Daily videos by email, five days a week (Monday–Friday) throughout Lent:JOIN HERE: LentDaily.comSupport the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Feb 19, 2025 • 12min
The #1 Threat to Catholic Marriage: And Why Freedom is the Key! (Ken & Janelle)
Send us a textWhat’s the biggest threat to Catholic marriage today? Many think it’s external pressures—modern culture, legal changes, or even the devil. But in this episode, we reveal the real danger destroying Catholic marriages from the inside.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Feb 12, 2025 • 29min
2025 Jubilee: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Gift of Mercy! (Ken & Fr Cristino)
Send us a text🌟 The 2025 Jubilee Year is here! Are you ready to receive God’s extraordinary grace? 🌟 Every 25 years, the Catholic Church celebrates a Jubilee Year, a special time of forgiveness, renewal, and spiritual revival. But what does this mean for YOU? How can you receive the graces of this holy year, including a plenary indulgence? And what is the significance of the Holy Doors being opened once again?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Feb 5, 2025 • 19min
Protect Your Kids’ Souls – Every Catholic Parent Must Know This! (Ken & Janelle)
Send us a textRaising children in today’s world is not easy, but as Catholic parents, we are called to raise holy, virtuous kids who are prepared to stand firm in their faith. In this episode, we share insights from Saint Theophan the Recluse and Dr. Leonard Sax on parenting with purpose, discipline, and faith.As parents of eight children (including our newborn, Louis! 👶), we’ve seen firsthand the challenges of parenting while homeschooling and keeping our faith at the center of our family life. In this discussion, we cover:✅ The #1 influence on your child’s faith and character✅ Why self-control is crucial for your child’s future success✅ How authoritative parenting (not too harsh, not too soft) forms strong, faith-filled kids✅ The battle for virtue in a world that promotes comfort over discipline✅ The importance of surrounding kids with faith-filled role modelsThis podcast is a must for every Catholic parent who wants to raise children that love God and live virtuously in today’s culture.📖 Books Mentioned:Raising Them Right – Saint Theophan the Reclusehttps://www.amazon.ca/Raising-Them-Right-Saints-Children/dp/0962271306The Collapse of Parenting – Dr. Leonard Saxhttps://www.amazon.ca/Collapse-Parenting-Hurt-Treat-Grown-Ups/dp/0465094287Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Jan 29, 2025 • 5min
Transform Your Catholic Family with One Simple Dinner Habit (Ken & Janelle)
Send us a textToday's episode gets practical! We’re sharing exactly what we do during our family mealtimes, along with fascinating research that highlights the incredible benefits for children when families eat together.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Jan 22, 2025 • 16min
Welcoming Baby #8: Our Catholic Family’s Birth Story ❤️
Send us a textWelcome to our official birth announcement for our newest blessing, Louis Joseph Yasinski, born on January 3, 2025, the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus! 🙌 As a Catholic family, we are thrilled to share this joyful moment with you. In this episode, we recount the journey of welcoming our eighth child, from the surprises of late pregnancy to the blessings of his safe arrival.Watch video podcastSupport the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Jan 15, 2025 • 24min
COVID Changed Communion Should the Precious Blood Return (Ken & Fr Cristino)
Send us a textCOVID-19 drastically changed how we receive Communion, especially the practice of offering the Precious Blood. With restrictions lifted, many dioceses are taking different approaches—some reintroducing the chalice, while others are not. Should the cup return? Join Fr Cristino and I for this candid discussion surrounding Communion under both species.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Dec 24, 2024 • 7min
Christmas Eve Wonder: How a Baby Changes Everything
Send us a textWelcome to the final episode of our Advent Daily series! On this holy night, we reflect on the beauty and hope of Christmas Eve. Through the lens of saints like St. Alphonsus and St. Thomas of Villanova, we explore the profound humility of God becoming a child to invite us closer to Him without fear.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com

Dec 23, 2024 • 11min
Baby #8 on the Way?! Faith, Family & Advent Reflections (Ken & Janelle)
Send us a textWelcome back to our Advent series! Today, on this Monday of the fourth week of Advent, Ken and Janelle share their reflections inspired by St. Alphonsus Liguori's daily sermons. Join us for this heartfelt discussion as we dive deep into the beauty of God’s love, the call to religious life, and the joy of family as we prepare for Christmas.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com


