Ignite Radio Live Podcast

THE EUCHARIST: Heaven’s Answer to Every Ache (Ep. 469)Summer is here! In this special episode, Steph and Greg kick things off with warm-hearted banter—recalling their very first date on June 21, 1996, which (yes, really) became the same date of their wedding just one year later. From a drive-in movie to lifelong covenant, they reflect on the deeper thirst behind every human heart.That ache—for connection, for healing, for purpose—is not random. It’s a divine homing signal.And there’s only one answer.The Eucharist.Not just a symbol. Not just a ritual. But the real, living presence of Jesus Christ—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity—given to us as the source and summit of everything we long for.In this episode of IGNITE Radio Live, Steph and Greg unpack:7 signs we may be missing what the Eucharist really is5 earth-shaking truths about what it means—and what it offersAuthentic, verifiable stories of Eucharistic power changing livesHow to respond: living a Eucharistic life, right now, right where you areIf you’ve eve

EPISODE 466 | 5 Life Applications of the AscensionJesus didn’t ascend to leave us—He ascended to launch us.This week on IGNITE Radio Live, we unpack 5 Life Applications of the Ascension—real, practical ways to live as empowered witnesses in a world desperate for truth, hope, and purpose. You’ll be inspired by powerful insights, hard-hitting cultural connections, and actionable steps to bring heaven to earth in your home and relationships.1. Don’t Just Watch, Witness: We’re not spectators—we’re sent. Christ’s Ascension makes us participants in His ongoing mission.2. Clothed in Power: The Holy Spirit isn’t an accessory—He’s essential. We’re not called to survive but to live supernaturally.3. Lift Others Up: The upward motion of Christ compels an outward mission—encouraging, healing, and helping others rise.4. Dwell in Joyful Worship: Worship isn’t just for Sundays—it’s a daily declaration that Jesus reigns. Joy is our strength.5. Don’t Just Gather, Go: Church isn’t the finish line—it’s the launching pad. You ar

EPISODE 465 | American Deployed: The Stories & Songs of Greg WhalenIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Marine veteran and musician Greg Whalen, whose soul-stirring songs chronicle his deployment during the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. With raw honesty and insight, Greg shares the human story behind headlines—experiences of fear, faith, brotherhood, and beauty found in the ashes.We feature three of Greg’s original songs—now streaming on all major platforms (Spotify | iTunes)—and explore how music became both a lifeline and a testimony. More than a military account, this is a story of every heart that battles, breaks, and believes.We also invite you to join our daily spiritual movement at LiveITToday.us—uniting believers in God's Word and identity—and to help us share the life-changing story at SlayingGiants.us.Tune in. Be refreshed. Be challenged. Be transformed.OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a

EPISODE 464 | Five Marks of A Disciple's Love | + Pope ChatThis week on IGNITE Radio Live we reflect on a truly historic moment: the election of Pope Leo XIV. With reverence and realism, we honor the God-given office of Peter, offering a respectful look back on Pope Francis’s complex legacy—his call to mercy, his pastoral heart, and the confusion many faithful have experienced. As we look ahead, we invite you to join us in a spirit of celebration, prayer, and hope for this next chapter in the life of the Church. (Read Greg's article in Crisis Magazine: "Our Church at the Crossroads of Eternity.")We also share our growing excitement over the impact of Live IT Today (LiveITToday.us)—a simple, powerful daily Gospel reflection and declaration that cuts through the lies of the Enemy and roots us in truth.Then, we go deep into this Sunday’s Gospel and reveal The 5 Marks of a Disciple’s Love—a practical and piercing look at what it really means to love as Jesus loves:Love That InitiatesLove That Co

EPISODE 463 | Five Marks of Living in the Shepherd's HandsThis week’s IGNITE Radio Live brings you along for a bit of our “family circus”—a whirlwind last week across Huron, Columbus, Dublin, and Fort Wayne. We also share exciting updates on the growing impact of our Live IT Today daily reflections (LiveITToday.us)—simple, powerful ways so many are encountering God’s Word each day.Greg offers a behind-the-scenes look at his soon-to-be-released book, Slaying Giants, with a foreword by Fr. John Riccardo and endorsements from Dr. Bob Schuchts, Peter Herbeck, bishops, and more. It’s a clarion call to face down today’s cultural Goliaths with faith and clarity. Help us with quality packaging, publishing and promotion: SlayingGiants.us.Then we dive into this Sunday’s Gospel—Jesus the Good Shepherd—and what it really means to live securely in His hands. In a world full of noise, fear, and striving, we unpack The 5 Marks of Living in the Shepherd’s Hands, equipping you to recognize whether you’re truly rooted—or s

EPISODE 462 | Five Marks of Love RestoredThis Sunday’s Gospel brings us face-to-face with a truth that could transform every part of our lives. Around a charcoal fire—the very setting of his triple denial—Peter is invited by Jesus to affirm his love three times. It’s not a scene of shame, but of stunning restoration.Jesus doesn’t erase Peter’s failure. He redeems it.And He does the same for us.This week on IGNITE Radio Live, we explore The Five Marks of Love Restored—five powerful ways Christ’s mercy meets our weakness, heals our past, and sends us into mission:A Love That Acknowledges WeaknessA Love That Trusts Redemption Over RegretA Love That Receives a New MissionA Love That Moves Beyond FeelingsA Love That Nourishes OthersIf you’ve ever struggled with shame, regret, or feeling unworthy of God's call—this episode is for you.Plus, A NEW WAY to grow daily in identity and mission: Live IT Today—a 5-minute daily Gospel reflection uniting faithful across the world in declaring what God thinks of us. Begin

EPISODE 461 | Five Marks of Divine Mercy | + Pope FrancisThis week on IGNITE Radio Live, we journey into the heart of Divine Mercy Sunday with “Five Marks of Divine Mercy”—a powerful reflection on how God’s mercy heals, restores, and sets us free to become fully alive in Him.We also pause to honor the life and legacy of Pope Francis, who entered eternal life this past week. With reverence and clarity, we reflect on his impact, the beauty and tensions of his pontificate, and the road ahead as the Church prepares to elect a new pope.Plus, we introduce an exciting new way to grow daily in identity and mission: Live IT Today—a 5-minute daily Gospel reflection uniting faithful across the world in declaring what God thinks of us. Begin now at LiveITToday.us.Come walk with us. Let Him draw near. Let Him make all things new. Tune in. Be refreshed. Be challenged. Be transformed.OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've

EPISODE 460 | STATIONS OF THE CROSS: In the Footsteps of the Passion with Catherine DohertyAs we enter the holiest week of the year, grace is being lavishly outpoured.This week on IGNITE Radio Live, we invite you to journey with us through The Stations of the Cross by Catherine Doherty (foundress of Madonna House)—a path marked by surpassing beauty and piercing insight. Her reflections don’t allow us to remain spectators; they draw us in, awakening the heart of a loving father, mother, disciple.Through each station, Christ meets us—not only in His suffering, but in our own. He invites us to see our crosses not as burdens to escape, but as bridges into deeper intimacy with Him.This is more than a meditation. It’s a call to be restored, revived, and reawakened to our noble nature in Christ.Come walk with us. Let Him draw near. Let Him make all things new. Tune in. Be refreshed. Be challenged. Be transformed.OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have

EPISODE 459 | Setback or Sacred Setup? Discovering God in the DelayThis week on IGNITE Radio Live, as we enter these final weeks of Lent, we reflect on the journey. We give a quick update on our kids and what God is doing in their lives.We open up the Gospel story of Lazarus with a powerful theme: Setback or Sacred Setup? Discovering God in the DelayIn a world demanding instant answers, what if God’s greatest works begin in the waiting?This isn’t just a conversation—it’s an invitation. To deeper trust. To transformation. To live the Gospel in our marriages, our homes, our world.Tune in. Be refreshed. Be challenged. Be transformed.OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes every week to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live IT Gathering Guide" based on subsequent Sunday readings. Get your free LIT Guide at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

EPISODE 458 | Overcoming Elder Syndrome: The Prodigal Who Never LeftThis week on IGNITE Radio Live, we’re taking a deep breath—literally. We begin by sharing the incredible impact of our Lenten Live IT series with couples in our home, journeying through John Mark Comer’s The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. This week’s focus on Sabbath challenged us to slow down, rest, and reconnect with God and each other in ways that truly restore the soul.We also take a moment to honor the unsung heroes of the home—stay-at-home moms—with a special gift we’re calling “Beverage, Book, and a Time to Breathe” at our favorite local spot, Novel Blends in Bowling Green. The first ten moms to email Greg@MassImpact.us will receive a drink, a moment of peace, and a copy of my new book, Twelve Roses—a moving story of redemption and hope.We've launched a daily "LIVE IT TODAY" reflection on the daily Gospel, available as early as 6am every day HERE, which is already tracking in the hundreds!Then, we go deep into the Gospel

EPISODE 457 | The 7 Signs of Bearing Spiritual FruitDo you hunger for God? Are you uncomfortable with sin? Is your life producing love, joy, and peace? Or are you stuck—comfortable but untransformed? The enemy wants to keep you stagnant. Jesus calls you to thrive.Join us as we expose spiritual roadblocks, dive into real-world insights, psychological research, and Scripture, and challenge you with practical steps to grow. Because a life in Christ is meant to overflow with fruit!Tune in now. Be challenged. Be transformed.OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes every week to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live IT Gathering Guide" based on subsequent Sunday readings. Get your free LIT Guide at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ILoveMyFamily.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or the Live IT App at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

EPISODE 456 | The 7 Pitfalls to a Transfigured LifeAre you stuck in the same cycles, longing for real spiritual growth but unsure how to break through? In this powerful episode of IGNITE Radio Live, we dive into seven pitfalls that keep us from true transformation, inspired by the Transfiguration of Christ.Too often, we think holiness is for someone else, that we need to "get it together" before God can work in us, or that prayer is about getting what we want rather than becoming who we are meant to be. The enemy thrives on these lies, keeping us trapped in shame, distraction, and fear of change.We expose these tactics head-on—through real-world connections, compelling stories, psychological insights, and practical action steps—so you can break free and step into the life God is calling you to live.Tune in for bold, honest conversation on what holds us back—and how to move forward. Because the Transfiguration wasn’t just for Peter, James, and John. It’s for you.We introduce IGNITE Lent: Enter Into t

EPISODE 455 | The 7 Keys to Overcoming TemptationTemptation is not just an obstacle—it’s a battleground. This Sunday’s Gospel places us in the heart of the desert, where Jesus, weakened from fasting, faces the full force of Satan’s attack. If the Son of God Himself was tested, we must ask: Why does God allow temptation? What is its purpose? Is it simply a trap, or is it an opportunity—an invitation to grow stronger, to deepen our trust, to prove our love? The enemy’s goal isn’t just to make us sin—it’s to keep us stagnant, discouraged, and disconnected from God. But Jesus doesn’t just endure temptation—He overcomes it. And in doing so, He gives us the blueprint for victory. This week on IGNITE Radio Live, we break open The 7 Keys to Overcoming Temptation—practical, powerful strategies to fight back, stand firm, and come out stronger. Because the battle is real, but so is the victory. (⁠Guide Sheet⁠) We introduce IGNITE Lent: Enter Into the Heart of Our Savior, happening Thursday, March 20 at 6:30 PM at Our L

EPISODE 454 | 7 Irreplaceable Gifts of Co-Mentorship: How Missioned Friendship Transforms Your LifeAre you tired of spinning your wheels on the road to eternity—feeling inspired one moment but stuck in the same struggles the next? Join us on IGNITE Radio Live for “The 7 Irreplaceable Gifts of Co-Mentorship: How Missioned Friendship Transforms Your Life.” We’ll uncover the missing piece that turns fleeting inspiration into real, lasting transformation—missioned friendship. Take our 10-question evaluation to see if you’re truly engaged in becoming a disciple or just coasting. (Guide Sheet) Plus, we introduce IGNITE Lent: Enter Into the Heart of Our Savior, happening Thursday, March 20 at 6:30 PM at Our Lady of Lourdes. (⁠Register Free⁠)Don’t settle for lukewarm faith—let’s set our homes on fire as saint-making cultures of encounter! Tune in and take the next step toward living IT. Listen now! Email ⁠Greg@MassImpact.us⁠⁠⁠⁠ with your thoughts, and join the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Live IT Gathering Guide⁠⁠⁠⁠, where the most important

EPISODE 453 | From Hate to Love: 5 Powerful KeysWho comes to mind when you think of someone you can’t stand—or find irritating? The truth is, the extent to which our hearts are weighed down by contempt or indignation is the extent to which we are held captive—cut off from the very grace God longs to pour into our lives.This week on IGNITE Radio Live, inspired by Sunday’s Gospel call to love our enemies, we dive into five powerful keys that can transform resentment into freedom, hostility into healing, and hate into love. Don’t miss this invigorating conversation on breaking the chains that bind us and stepping into the radical love of Christ! (Guide Sheet)On IGNITE Radio Live, we cut through the chaos with feisty, faithful, and fiercely relevant conversation on truth, transformation, and the abundant life God calls us to live—now and for eternity. We share real, personal challenges from the past week, and we invite you to step into this Great Adventure with us. Email Greg@MassImpact.us⁠⁠⁠with your thoughts, a

EPISODE 452 | The Way of Blessed HappinessFollowing an engaging conversation about a documentery on Toledo'sOld West End, and the continued buzz onTrump's first couple weeks, we do a deep dive intoThe Seven Top Characteristics and Habits of Happy People.OnIGNITE Radio Live, we cut through the chaos with feisty, faithful, and fiercely relevant conversation on truth, transformation, and the abundant life God calls us to live—now and for eternity. We share real, personal challenges from the past week, and we invite you to step into this Great Adventure with us.Email⁠⁠Greg@MassImpact.us⁠⁠with your thoughts, and join the⁠⁠Live IT Gathering Guide⁠⁠, where the most important battles are won—right in our own homes.LISTEN NOW! SHARE! LIVE IT!OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes every week to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live

EPISODE 451 | From Doldrum to Delight Looking for inspiration and practical guidance to navigate from winter doldrums to delight? Interested in our latest take on how things are playing out with the Trump administration in Christian space? We've got you. On IGNITE Radio Live, we cut through the chaos with feisty, faithful, and fiercely relevant conversation on truth, transformation, and the abundant life God calls us to live—now and for eternity. We share real, personal challenges from the past week, and we invite you to step into this Great Adventure with us. Email ⁠Greg@MassImpact.us⁠ with your thoughts, and join the ⁠Live IT Gathering Guide⁠, where the most important battles are won—right in our own homes. LISTEN NOW! SHARE! LIVE IT! OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes every week to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live

EPISODE 450 | The Office We Hold: On Trump & Personal Transformation The first two weeks of the Trump administration have been a cultural and political whirlwind. Many feel the weight of continued wrestling with truth—what it is, who defines it, and how we are called to live in it. In this moment of division, we seek not more noise, but clarity and consideration from a Catholic perspective—rooted in truth, ordered toward freedom, and lived in love. This week on IGNITE Radio Live, we cut through the chaos with feisty, faithful, and fiercely relevant conversation on truth, transformation, and the abundant life God calls us to live—now and for eternity. We share real, personal challenges from the past week, and we invite you to step into this Great Adventure with us. Email Greg@MassImpact.us with your thoughts, and join the Live IT Gathering Guide, where the most important battles are won—right in our own homes. LISTEN NOW! SHARE! LIVE IT! OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Ove

EPISODE 449 | Setting Captives Free: Our Souls & A New Era for America This week on IGNITE Radio Live, we delve into the edgy and challenging aspects of living our Catholic faith in a world longing for true freedom. We explore the profound reality of captivity and freedom in a week marked by consequential events—including the "national championship" of Trump’s inauguration (our take). Through the lens of Sunday’s Gospel, where Jesus emerges from the desert, empowered by the Holy Spirit, to proclaim His mission to set captives free, we turn inward to confront the spiritual captivities that bind us: our anxieties, desires, and distractions. True freedom begins in our souls, flowing into our families, communities, and nation. We invite you to embrace the daily discipline of cultivating an intimate connection with God. We also introduce my new book, Twelve Roses (⁠Amazon⁠)—a deeply moving story of redemption and hope inspired by the powerful witness of our respective families. Finally, we invite yo

EPISODE 448: Making Your Place Sacred In this week’s episode of IGNITE Radio Live, we consider why so many may be tapping the tap but missing the grace outpoured in prayer. We discuss the challenge of cultivating that sacred place of receptivity necessary to have truly fruitful prayer. We share inspiring stories, inviting all to join the mission of homes becoming saint-making places of encounter, mainly through weekly engagement with the ⁠Live IT Gathering Guide⁠. His second book, Twelve Roses, will also be available on Amazon on January 19, 2025. We're looking forward to reviving impactful IGNITE monthly events. Your comments are always encouraged: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Greg@MassImpact.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. LISTEN NOW! SHARE! OUR MISSION: We're uniting families in building the Kingdom. Over the past ten years, thousands have been blessed by a "family roadmap." We've been united in gathering in our respective homes every week to talk and pray using a fun, meaningful "Live IT Gathering Guide" based on subsequent Sunday readings. Get your