The emotional pain of a broken heart is almost too hard to endure.  Extreme betrayal or loss can lead to such a feeling.  How have you overcome a broken heart?  Many times a broken heart can lead to physical ailments and even an early death.  Mending a broken heart can be possible through God’s grace.  Share your deep story of the heart, so as to bring encouragement to others.  Call in early in the show because we expect the lines to be very active for this topic.  1-800-585-9396.

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Arise from Darkness – Fr. Benedict Groeschel

Many people look into the mirror and absolutely despise what they see.  Is that you?  Do you look into the mirror and see all that is wrong?  Or does your reflection brings forth great joy and acceptance deep within you?  How we view ourselves, relates to our own spiritual maturity.  On Thursday, we will ask you to share your inner thoughts about yourself.  If you are open to sharing, others may benefit from your wisdom.  Our phone lines fills up fast, so don’t hesitate to call, 1-800-585-9396.

You were just given notice that you have 30 minutes to gather your belongings and exit your home.  30 minutes is not a lot of time to load up the car with an entire lifetime of possessions.  So what would you do?  Would you just focus on making sure your loved ones and pets were safely evacuated?  Would you try to remove the important documents in your home?  Do you even know where you would begin?  Maybe you already have an evacuation plan set up in case of an emergency.  Share with us on how you might react in this type of situation.  Call in toll-free to 1-800-585-9396.

It is always great to have positive role models.  Individuals we look up to, admire and even want to emulate.  The saints are wonderful examples of role models we should all hold in high esteem.  There are also exemplary individuals living today that we may think highly of for various reasons.  We invite you to call in to Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie and share who it is you admire and more importantly the reasons why.  Call in to 1-800-585-9396.

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Did you know that jealousy/envy is one of the seven deadly sins?  The Tenth Commandment instructs us not to fall prey to envy.  Yet by our fallen nature, it is easy to slip into feelings of jealousy.  Whether at work, school or even in our own homes, envious desires can manifest quite frequently and sometimes without conscious thought.  Due to our own insecurities, jealous reactions may surface and become dangerous to our spiritual growth.  Let’s talk about it on Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie.  Call in at 1-800-585-9396.

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In honor of the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, we will focus the entire show on creating families dedicated to this powerful devotion.  Families that are willing to pray together tend to have a special bond.  There is something incredibly beautiful when the littlest  ones in the family recite the prayers.  We just have to imagine that Our Lady is smiling when her children send her a crown of roses.  Let’s share how we can strengthen the family by praying the Rosary together.  Share your experience and wisdom on this important topic by calling 1-800-585-9396.

We have no guarantee of years on this earth.  Our future is not for us to predict.  If God wills for us to remain on this earth for 10, 20 or 30 more years,  then where do you think you’ll be?  What do you envision for yourself in the future?  A new career, a vocation, a hobby, volunteer service, or maybe you hope for more time to vacation.  Share with us where you see yourself in 10, 20, 30 years or more!  It is ok to dream big and Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie is a great way to have those conversations.  1-800-585-9396.

God has gifted each and every one of us with unique strengths.  These qualities belong solely to us but were designed to be used to build up the body of Christ.  With your  participation, on Wednesday’s show, we will discuss how to use strength in character to grow in holiness, and to be an example for others to grow in faith as well.  This won’t be a time to boast, but rather  an opportunity to give all glory and praise to God.  Call in at 1-800-585-9396.

You have heard it said, “You can pick your friends, but you can’t pick your family.” How true this is!  Many times our friends are more like “family” to us than our own birth family.  Friends seem so easy to love.  Friends are fun to be around.  While family sometimes can be difficult , challenging and even downright annoying.  But maybe that is the way God designed it.  The family can be a wonderful place to grow in holiness.  We can practice the virtues right in the domestic church, our family.  Let’s have a candid conversation about family versus friends.  Call in to Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie at 1-800-585-9396.

September 23rd is the feast day of St. Padre Pio.  Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie will devote the entire show in honor of his special day.  We will talk about the extraordinary life of St. Pio of Pietrelcina, his many gifts and the impact he had on so many souls.  We want you to call in and share how this wonderful mystic has been active in your faith walk.  It is no secret that Debbie loves Padre Pio and she asks him to intercede for many intentions.  With your participation, this show should be both inspiring and enlightening.   Remember, you drive the conversation.  1-800-585-9396.