Rebel Saints: Catholic Faith and Spiritual Growth

There is nothing more punk than Catholicism. In an increasingly secular world, there is nothing more radical than choosing to belong to something as ancient and eternal as the Catholic Church. To be Catholic today is inherently counter-cultural. It means choosing sacrificial love, prayer, and fidelity to God in a society that prizes noise and self-interest above all else. I’m Nicole Olea. Most days you’ll find me reporting on the Catholic Church, but I spent years in the trenches as a youth minister and a catechist. If there is one thing I learned accompanying teens on their faith journey, it’s that Catholicism is metal. When I first heard St. Augustine’s words, “our hearts are restless until they rest in You,” I could finally put a name to the longing in my heart, that constant ache for something real. If your heart is restless too, that isn't a glitch; it’s an invitation. It’s the signal that we were made for more than what’s being sold to us. Yet, misconceptions about Catholicism prevail, often fueled by the very real mistakes and pain members of the Church have caused. While we shouldn’t hide from our history, the Church needs real voices of people who have joy in the Lord, to testify on her behalf and point people toward Christ in whatever way the Holy Spirit calls them to. I was called to start this podcast, to share the messy, the beautiful and the METAL parts of the Catholic faith. I am a layperson, and there is no degree in theology hanging on my wall, but I'm not afraid of digging through books and often find myself doing just that when preparing for an episode. I don't have it all figured out, I’m not perfect, and this podcast isn’t a guide on how to become some plastic version of a saint. I can't promise you this journey won't be chaotic and we'll definitely take the scenic route. So consider yourself warned. But if you're like me, or if you are longing for "more" authentic spirituality and the idea of becoming exactly who God made you to be appeals to you, then hit that + button and join this little rebellion, because your restless heart can only mean you're a Rebel Saint too. Welcome home Rebel!

Rebel Saints: Catholic Faith and Spiritual Growth is a christianity podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 44 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Rebel Saints: Catholic Faith and Spiritual Growth, a christianity show with 44 episodes published.

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  Episode #44

  Don’t Blame Mercury: Why Catholics Don’t Need the Universe to Explain Our Lives

  Sep 27, 202645 min

  Mercury is in retrograde. Suddenly your awful week has a plot. But what does Mercury retrograde actually mean — and why are astrology, horoscopes, manifestation and “signs from the universe” so appealing when life feels uncertain? In this episode of Rebel Saints , Nicole explores what the Catholic Church actually teaches about astrology and divination, the surprisingly messy history of Catholicism and astrology, Providence, discernment, manifestation, prudence, confession and the difference between asking St. Anthony for intercession and treating Catholic devotion like magic. Along the way, we fall into one particularly strange Catholic-history rabbit hole: Renaissance popes, astrologers and the foundation horoscope associated with St. Peter's Basilica. We also ask: Was that really a sign from God — or did your algorithm just notice you've watched 600 breakup videos? Because Mercury doesn't know your name. God does. In this episode: Mercury retrograde • astrology and horoscopes • Catholic teaching on divination • Providence • Lectio Divina • discernment • signs from God • manifestation • prudence • confession • St. Anthony • Catholic superstition Listen next: Lessons from Saint Anthony on Catholic Faith, Failure, and Finding Your Voice Rebel Saints is a Catholic podcast for restless hearts called to be saints. There is nothing more punk than Catholicism.

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  Episode #43

  Lessons from Saint Anthony on Catholic Faith, Failure, and Finding Your Voice

  Sep 19, 202631 min

  What does Catholic faith look like when you're told your voice doesn't matter? In this episode of Rebel Saints, Nicole explores the life of Saint Anthony of Padua—a doctor of the Roman Catholic Church who faced early rejection, profound failure, and a remarkable spiritual transformation. Discover how Anthony's journey from isolated monk to powerful preacher offers timeless lessons on authenticity, finding your voice in faith, and the spiritual growth that comes from leaning into your unique calling. Whether you're struggling with doubt, pressure to conform, or searching for spiritual direction, Anthony's legacy teaches us that our brokenness can become our greatest strength. Support the Journey: Help other restless hearts find us! Follow: Hit the "+" or "Follow" button or subscribe, where applicable. Review: If you enjoyed this show, please leave a review or tap the stars. It’s the best way to help us grow. Connect with Rebel Saints: rebelsaintspodcast.com Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelsaintspodcast Instagram: @rebelsaintspodcast TikTok: @RebelSaintsPodcast For exclusive content and to join the Restless Hearts Society - (Coming Soon) find us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/RebelSaintsPodcast Music licensed through Soundstripe.

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  Episode #42

  Augustine's Spiritual Awakening | When Christianity Finally Made Sense

  Sep 1, 202656 min

  Augustine had spent years running from Christianity. Then, inconveniently, it started making sense. By the time he reached Milan, he had the career, the intellect, the ambition and the life he thought he wanted. What he did not have was peace. And once the truth began pressing in, Augustine had a new problem: believing it was one thing. Letting it change his life was another. In Part Two of the Rebel Saints deep dive into St. Monica and St. Augustine, we follow the restless road toward one of the most famous conversions in Catholic history — and the mother who had spent years praying for a son she could not control. This is a story about conversion, grace, desire, unanswered prayer, and what happens when God starts dismantling the life you were so sure you wanted. Because sometimes the long road home begins when you finally stop pretending you’re not lost. Find Confessions by St. Augustine on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4ci4NrA or read for free via Project Gutenburg: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/3296/3296-h/3296-h.htm Support the Journey: Help other restless hearts find us! Follow: Hit the " + " or "Follow" button or subscribe, where applicable. Review: If you enjoyed this show, please leave a review or tap the stars. It’s the best way to help us grow. Connect with Rebel Saints: rebelsaintspodcast.com Community : https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelsaintspodcast Instagram : @rebelsaintspodcast TikTok : @RebelSaintsPodcast For exclusive content and to join the Restless Hearts Society - (Coming Soon) find us on Patreon : https://patreon.com/RebelSaintsPodcast Write us: rebelsaintspodcast@gmail.com Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 0JJXLK9LQEARSVPK, GHAJSHDEVHZZD8G1, GAKD2HUQX17Q81XW, DZOKHW8HSCLRIHBF, 5ITUQDFGA59PZ2E9, QYMLQMCGRMYF6RLK, NJQ324JXPXIUETRE, E1GQ4SSQ1R7SMS42, ND3X316RWYCE51VN, Z9DHTGGCO9VKD4EY, IANXWZQPI6FYOJ9Z, AMAMXVV3EIA3AGJZ, P5VTAI7FFFVQS67T, 5XWGGATQ3FJU1UYP

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  Episode #40

  St. Monica's Heartbreak | A Catholic Mother's Fight for Her Son, Augustine

  Aug 30, 202642 min

  Before St. Augustine became a doctor of the Catholic Church, Augustine, was a son making his mother absolutely miserable. He was brilliant, ambitious, restless, questioning everything, chasing the life he wanted and moving farther and farther away from Christianity. And Monica had to watch it happen. We know how the story ends. Augustine becomes one of the greatest theologians in Christian history and one of the most famous Catholic saints who ever lived. In Part One of this Rebel Saints deep dive into St. Monica and St. Augustine, we go back to fourth-century North Africa and meet them before the halos, when both of their lives were still messy, complicated and very much unfinished. A note about domestic abuse Augustine describes Monica living in a volatile marriage and surviving within a fourth-century legal and social system that left women with far fewer choices than many women have today. Her story should never be used to suggest that enduring abuse is spiritually admirable or required by Catholic teaching. If you are experiencing domestic abuse in the United States, the National Domestic Violence Hotline can be reached at 800-799-SAFE (7233) or by texting START to 88788 . If you are in immediate danger, call 911. www.thehotline.org Read more on the Catholic Church’s teaching on domestic abuse here: https://www.usccb.org/topics/marriage-and-family-life-ministries/when-i-call-help-pastoral-response-domestic-violence Find Confessions by St. Augustine on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4ci4NrA or read for free via Project Gutenburg: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/3296/3296-h/3296-h.htm Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: AQIIIYB15EZX6IXD, PAGIOH723EIEKXTZ, APDGDYXS2GTVXX3X, YGENDLRYUETWLSW2, AEMSZIRV6QJ5J4XF, JTNGAHAULN3GRG9Q, 2YZBAP00YP0PFIY5 Support the Journey: Help other restless hearts find us! Follow: Hit the " + " or "Follow" button or subscribe, where applicable. Review: If you enjoyed this show, please leave a review or tap the stars. It’s the best way to help us grow. Connect with Rebel Saints: rebelsaintspodcast.com Community : https://www.facebook.com/groups/rebelsaintspodcast Instagram : @rebelsaintspodcast TikTok : @RebelSaintsPodcast For exclusive content and to join the Restless Hearts Society - (Coming Soon) find us on Patreon : https://patreon.com/RebelSaintsPodcast Write us: rebelsaintspodcast@gmail.com

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  Episode #39

  Immaculate Conception Explained | Why Catholics Believe Mary Was Sinless

  Aug 17, 20261h 5m

  What does "Immaculate Conception" actually mean? A listener asked whether Mary was divine or sinless—and that's the perfect chance to explain Catholic teaching on Mary's immaculate conception, her unique role in Catholic faith, and why this matters for Christian discipleship. In this Catholicism Explained episode, we break down the theology, clarify common misconceptions, and show what authentic Marian devotion really looks like for modern Catholics. Key Catholic & Scriptural References: • Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC): 404–405, 490–493, 495–507, 411 • Papal & Council Documents: Pope Pius IX ( Ineffabilis Deus ), Council of Ephesus (431 AD), Vatican II ( Lumen Gentium 53, Dei Verbum 9–10) • Key Bible Passages: Genesis 3:15, 2 Samuel 6:1–15, Matthew 1:18–25, Luke 1:26–56, John 2:1–5, John 19:25–27, Apocalypse/Revelation 12:1–17 Connect & Learn More: • Website & Blog: www.rebelsaintspodcast.com • Subscribe & Rate: If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help other restless hearts and curious souls discover Catholic Christianity! Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: LEALQB4SZEDJYUHG, TJRYHAUKXE47BXTS, KDIQLZBYLWEJQDL4, Y0H0VKSVEPIRHKVV, PW2LGEXDPNNHT5AS, CXUXRVNTHWHGL8HW, VPJ4ZO2RTOVLLLM2, JLKDFYI2YDNODCJW, MIXZ88063RJLFLQQ, VZ9UJXSO2KGABLTX, IIHYBGURGJTMFXV2, TSMY1JTMWHEOK5L9, DHCHGUPNODVGHZVD, HAVOJNIERMCP5GGT

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