Vacations are meant for rest, adventure, and family memories but Jim and Meghan remind us that they’re also a time to stay rooted in faith. They share why their family never misses Mass while traveling and how those experiences have gifted them with unexpected joy, beauty, and connection around the world. From snowy mountains to Hawaiian beaches, each story is a reminder that God meets us wherever we are, even on vacation.
What’s in this episode:
- Why going to Mass on vacation can create unforgettable family memories
- The gift of discovering Catholic community anywhere in the world
- A breathtaking Mass experience in Buxton, North Carolina, with ocean views
- Snowstorms, a clapping toddler, and God's presence in Lake Tahoe
- A deeply moving hula dance in Hawaii that brought both Jim and Meghan to tears
- How Mass in Tortola became the most joyful Christmas celebration their kids ever had
- A surprise Byzantine liturgy in Rome and a post-Mass garden coffee with Jesuits
- Unexpected moments of participation, from reading on a cruise ship to bringing up the gifts in San Francisco
- How their kids learned to joyfully say “yes” at Mass through simple acts of service
- The special tradition of making three wishes when entering a new church
- How to find a Catholic church anywhere in the world using masstimes.org
- Why travel can become a sacred encounter when you invite God into it
Resources Mentioned:
MassTimes.org – Website and app to find Catholic Masses anywhere in the world
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