Yes Catholic
Everyone has a turning point. Yes Catholic is a weekly show hosted by David Patterson, featuring real stories from people who stopped going through the motions and started truly living their faith. Each week David sits down with a new guest to hear how God showed up in their life. If you've ever wondered whether your own mess, doubt, or detour disqualifies you from faith, this show says otherwise. Real People. Real Stories. All Grace. New episodes every week — subscribe so you don't miss one.
Episodes
What happens when the life you've built on lies falls apart on the holiest week of the year?
John Edwards grew up a devoted Baptist kid in Memphis, then joined a fraternity in college, stopped going to church, and began a 17-year addiction to cocaine, alcohol and pornography. On the outside he was a top salesman at a Fortune 250 company. On the inside he was carrying father wounds, a deep sense of inadequacy, and a secret his wife d...
From a small-town Louisiana teen torn between band life and a real call to holiness, he shares how grief, prayer, and music collided and redirected his life toward Jesus.
What starts as a teenage encounter at a prayer meeting quickly becomes a story of surrender, heartbreak, and vocation. Josh opens up about the accident that took his friends life, the funeral-home moment that forced him to answer the question of who he would follow...
Nico Zhomwa moved from Zimbabwe to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan for grad school. He shares how COVID pushed him to make his faith his own, a chance encounter that connected him to CCO, and how a "golden ticket" at Rise Up led him to discern a call to missionary work he never saw coming. From a chapel notebook full of fears to a hard conversation with his dad, it's a story about identity, discernment, and learning that God's plan is bett...
Brooke Joiner grew up Lutheran in Colorado, but a car accident, a season of searching, and one unforgettable holy hour in Eucharistic adoration set her on the path to the Catholic Church.
In this episode, Brooke shares the story of her conversion, the "arrows" that pointed her toward Mother Teresa's first house in Calcutta, and how she and her husband Matteo walked away to found Catholic Owned, a platform connecting Catholics ...
Daniel grew up Catholic in one of the most secular countries in the world, where he was often the only kid in the pews and church felt like an empty obligation his parents forced on him.
Living a double life through his teens, he finally encountered Christ in a real way at a Steubenville youth conference in the U.S., sparking a slow but life-changing conversion.
In this episode, Daniel shares how that encounter reshaped h...
John Sansone went from reality TV fame on Fox's Farmer Wants a Wife to becoming an outspoken Catholic voice online — and he's the first to admit he doesn't have it all figured out. In this episode, John opens up about growing up in a large Italian-Lebanese Catholic family in St. Louis, drifting from his faith in high school, and the divine timing behind his unexpected TV casting. He shares why he believes the platform he was ...
What happens when God asks you to step outside your comfort zone?
Adeline Johanna grew up Catholic, but for years her faith was largely centered around going to Mass and practicing familiar prayers. In high school, anxiety and fear of judgment became a major part of her life, but through Scripture and a growing trust in Jesus, her faith began to become deeply personal.
After dropping out of university with no clear plan, Adeline bega...
Jesus, I trust in You.
We surrender every fear, every doubt, every plan we try to control…
“From the fear that I am unlovable… deliver me, Jesus.”
Pray this Litany of Trust with us.
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What if your worth has nothing to do with what you accomplish?
In this episode of Yes Catholic, David sits down with Jude D’Agostino, Catholic content creator behind Lifting the Cross, to talk about anxiety, self-worth, healing, prayer, and discovering how God truly sees us.
Jude shares his journey from being a cradle Catholic to struggling with anxiety and placing his identity in basketball and achievement. After reaching a di...
Jacob and Zach Scally started making music at just 10 and 13 years old. Today, the Scally Brothers travel across the country as full-time Catholic musicians, using their music to lead people closer to Jesus.
In this episode, they share their journey of saying yes to God, the story behind “Keep Hopin,” how a 99 year old woman inspired one of their biggest songs, and what they learned about trusting God through uncertainty...
Imagine experiencing God's mercy so profoundly that it reshapes your entire life.
Father Brice Higginbotham shares his inspiring story of how a simple act of going to confession opened the door to divine love, mercy, and a calling to serve as a priest. His journey reveals the quiet ways God patiently draws us closer, through sacrament, friendship, and prayer, especially when we least expect it.
If you’ve ever felt distant from ...
Most us feel stuck between a life we've dreamed of and the reality we're living, but what if the delays are actually divine preparation?
Mattie Karr shares how her journey from Hollywood dreams to sacred artistry was guided by God's inner healing, and daring leaps of faith.
After years of feeling unworthy and burnt out in sales, she discovered that God’s love isn't earned through work, it's a gift waiting in His wou...
Most people never imagine their future includes becoming a Catholic sister, until a quiet whisper of God’s call changes everything.
Sister Katie’s story proves that listening to even the smallest nudge can lead to profound purpose and unimaginable joy.
Sister Katie shares her journey from a Florida childhood to embracing her vocation as a Salesian sister of St. John Bosco.
She vividly recounts how a fleeting th...
Owen shares his profound journey from skepticism and sin to faith and freedom in Christ, highlighting the power of God's mercy, community, and honest prayer. This episode offers hope and practical insights for anyone seeking authentic relationship with Jesus.
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Join us as Jeff Lockert shares his transformative journey of faith, leadership, and the power of saying yes to Jesus. Discover how personal encounters with God can inspire leadership and impact lives across the globe.
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John Michael Lucido shares his inspiring journey from academic success and failure to a profound relationship with Christ, emphasizing the power of weakness, authentic faith, and the ripple effect of evangelization. Discover how one encounter on campus transformed his life and how he now mentors the next generation of missionaries.
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Katie Holmes shares her profound journey of faith, grief, and trust in God after losing her daughter. This episode explores deep spiritual insights, the power of community, and how suffering can deepen our relationship with Jesus.
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Join us as James Reichert shares his transformative faith journey, from a cradle Catholic to a passionate advocate for Christian marriage through his work with Cana Wedding Group. Discover how personal encounters, scripture, and community can deepen your relationship with God and inspire your life's mission.
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Kris shares his journey from a routine childhood in Ohio to a profound personal faith experience, his call to ministry, and the importance of the Eucharist in deepening his relationship with Jesus. This conversation offers insights into living a faith-filled life amidst everyday challenges and the power of God's love.
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Join Valerie Delgado as she shares her inspiring journey of faith, from childhood prayers to discovering a personal relationship with Jesus through art, prayer, and ministry. Learn how trust, creativity, and surrender can deepen your faith and transform your life.
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