5 Signs You’re Missing the Greatest Gift Are you praying, receiving sacraments, attending Mass—and still spiritually dry? You’re not alone. Many Catholics are missing the greatest gift: life in the Holy Spirit. This Pentecost episode unveils five clear signs you may be languishing—and what to do about it. 🔥 5 Signs You’re Missing the Greatest Gift …

EPISODE 466 | 5 Life Applications of the Ascension Jesus 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 cultu…

EPISODE 465 | American Deployed: The Stories & Songs of Greg Whalen In 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…

EPISODE 464 | Five Marks of A Disciple's Love | + Pope Chat This 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 …

EPISODE 463 | Five Marks of Living in the Shepherd's Hands This 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 ar…

EPISODE 462 | Five Marks of Love Restored This 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 fa…

EPISODE 461 | Five Marks of Divine Mercy | + Pope Francis This 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 …

EPISODE 460 | STATIONS OF THE CROSS: In the Footsteps of the Passion with Catherine Doherty As 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 beau…

EPISODE 459 | Setback or Sacred Setup? Discovering God in the Delay This 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 D…

EPISODE 458 | Overcoming Elder Syndrome: The Prodigal Who Never Left This 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…

EPISODE 457 | The 7 Signs of Bearing Spiritual Fruit Do 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, psychologi…

EPISODE 456 | The 7 Pitfalls to a Transfigured Life Are 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 some…

EPISODE 455 | The 7 Keys to Overcoming Temptation Temptation 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 …

EPISODE 454 | 7 Irreplaceable Gifts of Co-Mentorship: How Missioned Friendship Transforms Your Life Are 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…

EPISODE 453 | From Hate to Love: 5 Powerful Keys Who 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 L…

EPISODE 452 | The Way of Blessed Happiness Following 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 con…

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 con…

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…

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…

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…

EPISODE 447: Pilgrims of Hope | Journey into 2025 In this week’s episode of IGNITE Radio Live, we set the stage for the 2025 Jubilee Year, "Pilgrims of Hope." We share inspiring stories, inviting all to join in the mission of homes becoming saint-making places of encounter, particularly through weekly engagement with the Live IT Gathering Guide. Gr…

EPISODE 446: The Catholic Grandparent Gathering with Peter & Debbie Herbeck | SANCTUS 2024 In this week’s episode of IGNITE Radio Live, we bring you highlights from The Catholic Grandparent Gathering during our Sanctus 2024 weekend featuring Peter & Debbie Herbeck. Let us know if you are a grandparent/empty-nester and interested in helping us build…

EPISODE 445: The Catholic Family Gathering with the Erickson Family & Fr. David Kidd | SANCTUS 2024 In this week’s episode of IGNITE Radio Live, we bring you highlights from The Catholic Family Gathering during our Sanctus 2024 weekend. Walt and Liz Ericson, joined by their eldest daughters Ally and Isabella, answer the profound question: “What are…

EPISODE 444: The Morning After Election 2024 | Raw Commentary | Speeches | What Matters Most Stephanie and Greg capture this historic moment: the day after Election 2024, marked by a surprising Red Wave that defied predictions. We share raw insights, highlights from President-Elect Trump's early-morning acceptance speech, and an unexpected take fro…

EPISODE 443: 2024 Election Primer with Jonathan Jakubowski With stakes higher than ever, this 2024 election could be one of the most pivotal in American history. Join us for an engaging discussion with author, speaker, and movement leader Jonathan Jakubowski as we explore the principles that founded this Republic and how they apply to our current p…

EPISODE 442: The Magnificent Piglets of Pigletsville | Narrated by Greg Schlueter As G.K. Chesterton so wisely suggested in Orthodoxy, we were forged by fairytales. Listen now to Greg's narration of his book from Audible, "The Magnificent Piglets of Pigletsville," which is our present-day plight wrapped in a fairytale. This "#1 New Release" on Amaz…

EPISODE 441: Real Life with Joe Campo This week, we sit down with acclaimed filmmaker ("Human Experience," "Outcasts") and cultural sage Joe Campo to share great stories about Fr. Benedict Groeschel (whose early stage cause for canonization Joe is piloting); we do a deep dive into the DNA of an awesome prayer life, and talk about walking with confi…

EPISODE 440: What Is God Saying? with Peter Herbeck Following a summer of lighting up stages around the world in the power of the Holy Spirit, in this week’s episode of IGNITE Radio Live, Greg & Stephanie interview renowned speaker, author and movement leader, Peter Herbeck, asking the big question: "What Is God Saying?" We encourage you to join th…

EPISODE 439: Just Doing Life | Join Our Live IT Gathering In this week’s episode of IGNITE Radio Live, Greg & Stephanie dive into the Live IT Gathering. Join us using the free app: ⁠MassImpact.us/APP⁠. Register now for The Catholic Family Gathering (Saturday, November 9, 9-11:30A) and/or The Catholic Grandparent Gathering (Sunday, November 10, 6:30…

EPISODE 438: Sacred Squabbling—The Spice of Life, with Greg & Stephanie Schlueter Get ready for some real talk—and maybe a little playful bickering—with Greg and Stephanie Schlueter on IGNITE Radio Live! Where deep faith meets a dash of feisty interaction because, let’s face it, life isn’t about everyone agreeing all the time. It’s about finding jo…

EPISODE 437: Men's Night with Dave Vacheresse We've been gathering men for good beverages, food, and cigars to hear a veteran of life's battles share: "What most consequential advice would you give to your younger self?" Pour yourself a beverage, pull a chair around the fire with us, and listen to Dave Vacheresse's inspiring story and message. This…

EPISODE 436: Just Doing Life | Join Our Live IT Gathering Our deepest desire is to be truly known and to know the hearts of others. God’s provision for this is in and through our families. Is there any question as to why marriage and family are under such great attack? Why too many homes revolve more around pixels than they do people? Why “faith” t…

EPISODE 435: PORTRAIT OF A THRIVING PARISH | Candid Conversation with Greg & Stephanie Schlueter Heaven's provision for every earthly poverty is the Son of God, Jesus Christ, made present through parishes. Based upon the latest data and drawing from decades of experience contributing to parishes, dioceses, and national movements, Greg and Stephanie…

EPISODE 434: THE TRANSFORMING POWER OF CHRIST'S REAL PRESENCE With all happening in the world, nothing is more consequential than Christ's real, transforming, healing presence in the Eucharist. Are we truly receiving? We share stories and punctuate this by reading Dr. Bob Schucht's article, "⁠The Healing Power of the Eucharist.⁠" We discuss great o…

EPISODE 433: LIVE IT NOW | GREAT OPPORTUNITIES With election season upon us and faith opportunities appealing for our commitment, the consequential questions: What lasting difference do various faith opportunities promise a year down the road for you personally, in your marriage and home, and in the world? We discuss great opportunities for married…

EPISODE 432: Catholic Women's Night with Kelly ReedKelly Reed, wife and once-very-reluctant mother of eight, shares her moving, honest, authentic story of transformation and wisdom from decades of parenting and grandparenting. Also in this episode, we dive into the Gospel: "I am the living bread..." (John 6:41-51)And we discuss consequential news s…

EPISODE 431: CATHOLIC GRANDPARENT MOVEMENT, BISHOP ANDREW COZZEN'S LETTER on the OLYMPICS, PLUS Stories, Sunday's Gospel, and the Latest NewsAs we're rounding the corner of summer, we continue to punctuate "Heaven Come to Earth" by addressing the consequential stories with our children and grandparents; we read and discuss Bishop Andrew Cozzen's mo…

EPISODE 430: THE NATIONAL EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS: AN EPIC CALL TO BE MULTIPLIERSWe discuss this historic moment in human history involving unprecedented political tumult, including an attempted assassination of Donald Trump leading into the Republican National Convention. Over 50,000 responded to the heart of it all, gathering together for an ever-de…

EPISODE 429: BENEATH THE ARMOR Dr. Steve Kebe | Men's Prime Rib NightWe are about friendships on a mission. Following stories of blessings over the past week and the Gospel, we feature Dr. Steve Kebe's genuine, personal testimony of discovering the Father's love. Dr. Steve and Becky are parents of eleven children and over thirty grandchildren and h…

EPISODE 428: CHURCH ON FIRE: The Papacy, Politics & God's Divine Plan - with Jeffery Barefoot & Drew Blazsik If we're confident that the Church will be protected from error in faith and morals, what can we say when faith and morals have not been protected, at even the highest levels? When those opposed to Church teaching are promoted while those wh…

EPISODE 427: MY MEDJUGORJE STORYWe are about friendships on a mission. Amidst usual stories of blessings over the past week, including the Rybka wedding, hosting priests for the Encounter Conference, and others, Greg shares the remarkable story of his pilgrimage to Medjugorje back in June of 1991, on the the occasion of the 10th Anniversary of Our …

EPISODE 426: Fireside Chat with Ohio Treasurer Robert SpragueWe are about friendships on a mission. Greg and Stephanie offer some thoughts on the Gospel scene where Jesus calms the storm (Mk. 4:35-41) and share a special Fireside Chat with Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague, a top contender for Ohio Governor in 2026, who recently took place in their Liv…

EPISODE 425: Friendship On A Mission | LIVE FROM THE LIVE IT ROOM YOUTUBE VERSION We are about friendships on a mission. In this first video episode, we bring you to our Live IT Room, the epicenter of the Schlueter Civilization, where fights are fought, relationships are reconciled, prayers are prayed, games are played, gifts are enhanced, and sain…

EPISODE 424: WOMEN'S NIGHT WITH MOLLY MCCARTNEY We asked, "What advice would you give to your younger self?" In this episode, we mine the true gold, featuring an inspiring message and authentic witness from Molly McCartney, an incredible, faith-filled, and wise Catholic wife, mother, and grandmother at A Woman's Night. Also in this episode, we dive…

EPISODE 423: THE GREAT FAMILY RESET (RECLAIMING OUR HOMES FOR JESUS CHRIST) This episode is for all parents interested in forging faith-filled children. We are Greg and Stephanie Schlueter, parents of six adult children (plus one in heaven) and grandparents of three. We speak candidly about God's purpose for home and how easily relations become spl…

EPISODE 422: THE BUT(KIC)KER GENERATION | Greg with Drew, Mike & Austin Welcome to a podcast for those who believe life is too short for superficial relationships and sanitized conversations. Greg Schlueter and his daring co-hosts Drew Blazsik, Mike Ginnetti, and Austin Mass bring the full enchilada. We dive headfirst into consequential topics that…

EPISODE 421: THE ROOTS | Marriage & Family Life Through a blend of inspiring and folksy stories, hosts Greg & Stephanie Schlueter discuss marriage and family as the root of civilization, the heart of every other "issue," and showcase their incredible movement, which is making homes places of ever-deepening encounter with Jesus Christ. In a particul…

EPISODE 420: THE STORY BEHIND THE STORY Deacon Jeff Compton's interview of Greg Schlueter on "The Magnificent Piglets of Pigletsville" What do you get when you combine a global pandemic, weaponized media and government, and the ensuing traumatic spiritual languishing of intelligent, kind, and noble piglets at the hands of sinister wolves who masque…

EPISODE 419: MISSIONED FRIENDSHIP: GOD RESCUING HIS FAMILY (Greg & Stephanie talk about Acts XXIX) God wants to rescue our families. Jesus Christ makes possible our participation in His very life through missioned friendship. In this episode, Greg & Stephanie share their incredible experience with the "Leadership Immersive" week with Fr. John Ricca…

EPISODE 418: HOLINESS THROUGH DEMONIC ATTACK | The Gabriel Castillo Story We are very grateful to Matt Fradd / Pints With Aquinas (https://pintswithaquinas.com/) for allowing us to feature his incredible interview with Gabriel Castillo. Gabriel's testimony is a powerful journey from darkness to light. Once lost, he found God's love and embarked on …