Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie

All through life, we have important decisions to make. We pray. We seek the advice of others. We ask God for guidance. There comes a time when we have to just decide which way we’re going to go. Some decisions work out beautifully. Others don’t go as we had planned or wished. Has there ever been an occasion when you made a choice, then spent time wondering, “What have I done?” How did it turn out for you? It might have even been a great decision, one that led you to go beyond your comfort zone. Describe that feeling of amazement, or dismay, when you’ve done this. That’s Friday with Jerry and Debbie.

Marriage is supposed to be until death. That can often mean staying by the side of your spouse in spite of him or her betraying you in one way or another. Some choose to leave the marriage, perhaps very justifiably. No one is called to remain with their spouse when there are serious reasons to leave the marriage. Others choose to hold out to the end, praying for their husband or wife to turn from their harmful ways. What is your experience with this? On Thursday, share with Jerry and Debbie how you have remained faithful to your marriage vows – and your spouse – in spite of some difficult circumstances. 

We all have difficulty sleeping at night sometimes. Maybe you are the type of person that consistently wakes up around 3AM. (That is Debbie’s issue) Now that you are up staring at the ceiling, do your thoughts turn to prayer?  If so, do you pick up the rosary or do you just start talking to God as if He was in the room.  Some of the most heartfelt prayers are made during the middle of the night.  Share with us your experience of turning to pray when you cannot rest. Call us at 1-800-585-9396.

We should always be prepared for our death from a spiritual standpoint. But there also comes a point in everyone’s life when we should put in place the plans for our death. Creating a will. Medical instructions. Funeral and burial arrangements. Is this something you have done? If not, have you even thought about it yet? Some people get caught off guard by a sudden illness or accident, and have to scramble to take care of matters after a loved one passes. Others are quite well prepared years in advance. Share your take on this important topic on Tuesday.

As Catholic Christians, we’re called to convert the culture for Jesus. Too often, however, that works in reverse: The culture converts us. You often hear the term, “Cultural Catholics.” What does that mean? Is it a reference to people who may “punch the clock” on Sunday and warm a pew for an hour, but who really don’t incorporate their faith into their everyday lives? On Monday, share with us your suggestions and tips for how we can lovingly and joyfully make our world more Catholic.

Our monthly Unscripted Show is quite popular.  It is a great time for you to ask anything, revisit past shows, suggest future topics or just share what is on your heart.  So please call in early and be a part of this open forum that we call unscripted.  We have nothing preplanned on our part, we simply wait for you to set the tone and direction of the show.  That’s what makes Take 2 so unique and exciting, it is all up to you!  Call us at 1-800-585-9396.

Throughout our lives, there are many times when discipline is imposed upon us from without. Our families, schools, the military and the workplace are some clear examples of this. But life requires us to practice self-discipline in many other areas. How have you become a more disciplined person as your life has gone on? Maybe you’ve committed to getting up earlier and praying each morning. Perhaps you found the will to lose some excess weight. It could be that you had a “regular” habit or sin that you have eliminated from your life. You’ll teach many others by sharing your example of self-discipline on Thursday with Jerry and Debbie.

We all know that God is omnipresent (everywhere), omniscient (all-knowing), all-loving, all-caring, etc. At least, we know those things in our heads. Sometimes our hearts aren’t as quick to follow along. That can be due to many reasons. The truth is, we can be sure that it’s all true. Yet, there can be many times in life when we talk to God, reach out to Him, seek His comfort and consolations, and it just doesn’t seem like He is there, that He is hearing us, that he truly cares. While He always does, how do you deal with those times when you’re at the end of your rope and just need to know that God is with you in times of trial? Share your take on this on Wednesday with Jerry and Debbie.

We are all products of our families. No one more than our parents. From the youngest of ages, our eyes are on our fathers and mothers. Children learn at the earliest age by watching their parents. Did you learn love from your parents? Perhaps you came from a family whose parents fought a lot. Or maybe you came from a family of worriers. It’s not unusual for kids to take on the traits of their parents. Which parent had the most impact on you? Was it your mother or father? Or maybe you are a healthy balance of both.  Let’s talk about this and more on the next Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie. (Jerry is traveling and will not be on the show, so please keep him in your prayers for a safe journey) Please do call in though and keep Debbie company, 1-800-585-9396.

OK. Let’s take a trip in the way-back machine (or maybe not so “way back” for some of you). If you’re married, you surely remember your wedding day. Did you look into your spouse’s eyes and feel like you’d hit the jackpot? Of course you did. What happened on that day? Yes, you both walked down the aisle. But how did your life change that very day? Did you become someone you weren’t before? Were your knees buckling? Were you nervous? How did you feel when the priest or minister said, “You may kiss your spouse?” There is nothing like a wedding day for a husband and wife. Let’s talk about it. On Monday, share your take on a particular memory that still stands out for you to this day.