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AfterMass
Ana Munley
147 episodes
AfterMass is the podcast for Catholics who want more than just Sunday. If you’re tired of checking the “Catholic” box without seeing real transformation in your life, this is for you.
More about the show
Hosted by Ana Munley, Catholic wife and mom. Send an email and share your thoughts to: theaftermasspodcast@gmail.com
New episodes drop every Tuesday on Spotify, YouTube, Apple + Amazon Podcasts. Find Ana on TikTok and Instagram: @anamunley and our Podcast socials: @aftermasspodcast
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What Palm Sunday Actually Means (And Why the Crowd Was Wrong)
Palm Sunday is often treated like a celebration, but when you actually look at what’s happening in the Gospels, the moment is far more complex. The crowd recognizes Jesus as king, but they misunderstand what kind of…
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why "Christian" content feels off
There’s a phrase that keeps showing up everywhere lately: “Christian lifestyle.” and the more I hear it, the more I realize.. something about it is off because Christianity was never meant to be something you fit into…
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not every friendship is meant to stay
If you’ve ever felt like certain friendships leave you more distracted, more negative or just.. not closer to who you’re trying to become, this matters. Our society talks a lot about “boundaries” and “protecting your…
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what happens when you pray the rosary (according to Padre Pio)
Most Catholics have prayed the rosary.. but very few of us understand what’s actually happening when we do. In this video, we break down what St. Padre Pio taught about the rosary, how it works spiritually and why he…
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the thief on the cross: what this means for your salvation
the story of the thief on the cross is one of the most quoted moments in the gospel and one of the most misunderstood. how can someone who spent their life in sin be promised paradise in a single moment? we break down…
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passiontide | the week the Church gets quiet
Most Catholics have experienced Passiontide, but don’t actually know what it is. This is the final part of Lent leading into Holy Week, where the Church shifts its focus completely onto the Passion of Christ: His…
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people love Jesus.. so why not the Church?
Why do so many people say they love Jesus but reject the Church? In this episode we look at the growing cultural trend of separating Jesus from the Church and why that split would have made no sense to early…
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sitting down with Sips With Serra
today i’m sitting down with Adrian from Sips with Serra, a Catholic content creator whose passion for the faith and honest conversations about the Church have inspired so many online. it was a wonderful conversation…
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do you love God? or how God makes you feel?
Many people assume that when they surrender to God, peace and clarity will immediately follow. But often the opposite happens.. prayer feels quiet, Scripture feels flat and God feels silent.So what does that actually…
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feminism vs christianity: can they coexist?
Feminism is one of the most influential movements in modern culture, but very few people stop to ask an important question: does it actually align with Christian teaching?In this episode we unpack the roots of…
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first saturday devotion
after the apparitions at Fatima, the Virgin Mary asked for a devotion of reparation to her Immaculate Heart to be practiced on the first saturday of five consecutive months. but what does that actually mean? in this…
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what actually has to die to follow jesus?
What actually dies when you decide to follow Jesus? In this episode of 40 Days at the Foot of the Cross, we reflect on a truth that many Christians don’t expect: discipleship always costs something. When Christ calls…
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this lent is so hard for me!
Lent is more than giving something up. It’s about letting God expose what’s underneath.I’m sharing what I gave up for Lent this year, why I chose it, and what it’s already revealing in me. From cutting out Uber Eats…
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"how I became Catholic" - conversation with CatholicSam
today i’m sitting down with Sam AKA CatholicSam, a catholic convert and content creator and his journey into the Church is both thoughtful and bold. We talk about conversion, Protestant objections and what ultimately…
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don't skip the cross
Lent has begun, and Episode 1 of 40 Days at the Foot of the Cross starts with the foundation of Christianity: you don’t get to follow Jesus and skip the Cross. In this reflection, we break down what Jesus actually…
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how to do lent well as a catholic
Are you actually doing Lent well.. or just checking a box? In this episode, we talk about how to approach Lent the way the Church intends, not the way we've usually approached it, which has historically been as a self…
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James Van Der Beek's passing.. everyone needs to hear this.
In this video, I’m reacting to a message shared by James Van Der Beek about identity, fatherhood, purpose and what it means to be worthy of love. There is so much beauty in what he says about being a husband, father…
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sins hiding in plain sight
In this video, I talk honestly about sin. The quiet sins we excuse, normalize and stop noticing over time. The ones that don’t feel rebellious but slowly harden the heart. This is about learning how to examine our…
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my catholic reversion story
People ask all the time how I came back to the Catholic faith, and this episode is the full answer. In this reversion story, I share the honest journey of coming back to the Catholic Church, what slowly broke down my…
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Make Christmas Holy Again | The Journey to Bethlehem | Part 4: The Night God Came.. What Happens After Christmas
In this episode, we slow down and step into the night God chose to enter our world. Not in power. Not in spectacle. But in vulnerability, silence and surrender.We talk about what it actually means that God came close.…
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Make Christmas Holy Again | The Journey to Bethlehem | Part Three: Joseph
In Episode 3 of our Advent series, Make Christmas Holy Again: The Journey to Bethlehem, we turn to Joseph’s yes, one of the most overlooked yet essential acts of obedience in the Christmas story. Joseph does not speak…
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Make Christmas Holy Again | The Journey to Bethlehem | Part Two: Mary's Fiat
This episode focuses on Mary’s Fiat. We step into the quiet moment when Heaven touched earth and God invited a young Jewish girl into the center of salvation history. We explore what her yes meant, why it changed…
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Make Christmas Holy Again | The Journey to Bethlehem | Part One: The Prophecies
Welcome to our Advent series, Make Christmas Holy Again: The Journey to Bethlehem. This four part series walks through the story that leads to the birth of Christ, beginning long before the manger. This episode…
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The Truth About the Eucharist | Why I Came Home to the Catholic Church | Part Seven
Watch the powerful Eucharist video on Truthly that I referenced in this episode, here’s the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHO8L9477aU&t=1s Today we are ending the “Why I Came Home” series with the heart of…
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Catholic Moral Consistency | Why I Came Home to the Catholic Church | Part Six
Catholic Moral Consistency The Catholic Church has held the same moral teachings from the first century to today. Not because she is stubborn but because her truths are rooted in divine revelation, natural law and the…
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The ACTUAL Catholic View of Salvation | Why I Came Home to the Catholic Church | Part Four
Salvation Isn’t a One-Time Event.. It’s a Lifelong Surrender. I used to think salvation was simple: say a prayer, invite Jesus into your heart and you’re saved. No Church. No sacraments. No confession. Just faith. But…
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Mary Made it Make Sense | Why I Came Home to the Catholic Church | Part Five
Most people who push back on Marian devotion aren’t trying to reject truth.. they’re trying to protect Jesus. They love Him. They just don’t understand how honoring Mary magnifies Him instead of replacing Him. In this…
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Scripture & Tradition: Two Lungs of the Same Body | Why I Came Home to the Catholic Church | Part Three
Why I Came Home: 7 Reasons I Found Truth in the Catholic Church // Episode 3 Scripture and Tradition: Two Lungs of the Same Body So many Christians believe the Bible alone is enough. But when you separate Scripture…
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The Bible Came From the Church | Why I Came Home to the Catholic Church | Part Two
Most Christians agree that the Bible is the Word of God.. but few stop to ask who decided which books belong in it. In this episode, we break down how the Catholic Church preserved, protected and proclaimed Scripture…
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Relationship VS. Religion | Why I Came Home to the Catholic Church | Part One
In the first episode of my 7 part series, I'm sharing my personal journey back to the Catholic Church and the seven truths that changed everything. From misconceptions about “religion vs. relationship,” to discovering…
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Discipleship in Dating
In this episode of AfterMass, I sit down with Taylor O’Brien, the CEO and founder of Candid Dating - a bold new movement helping singles approach dating with honesty, intentionality and faith. Taylor shares her story,…
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The Catholic Response to Tragedy
This week’s headlines have been heavy: Irina murdered on the subway. The assassination of Charlie Kirk. A shooting in Denver. The mass shooting at Annunciation School in Minnesota. These are not just stories.. they are…
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Seven Sorrows Of Mary Devotion
The Seven Sorrows of Mary reveal the heart of a Mother who suffered alongside her Son. In this video, we’ll reflect on each sorrow, pray through them together and discover how this devotion strengthens our own faith…
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Mary: The Most Misunderstood Woman in History
Mary, the Mother of God, has been called the most misunderstood woman in history. Some see her as the greatest disciple of Christ, others accuse Catholics of worshiping her and many reduce her role to being “just a…
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Living Your Faith in Every Season
How do you keep your faith alive in different seasons of life? Whether you’re in college, the only Catholic in your friend group, raising little ones, working in a corporate setting, single, or traveling, this episode…
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The Devil's Favorite Lie
In this episode of After Mass, we expose one of the devil’s most dangerous lies: “I’m a good person, that’s enough.” It sounds harmless, even comforting.. but it’s a trap that keeps countless souls lukewarm, blind to…
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The Cost of Picking & Choosing Your Faith
In this episode of After Mass, we talk about why Catholicism isn’t a buffet where you load your plate with what you like and skip the rest. Following Jesus means trusting the whole menu He gives us.. even the parts…
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Spiritual Warfare
You weren’t made for comfort. You were made for combat. In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the reality of spiritual warfare.. what it looks like, how to fight it, and why ignoring it doesn’t make it go away.…
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Mass isn't Optional
What if skipping Mass isn’t just a bad habit.. but a serious wound to your soul? In this episode, we dive deep into why the Catholic Church teaches that missing Mass on Sunday is a mortal sin, what’s really happening…
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The Joyful Mysteries | mondays + saturdays
Pray the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary with deep reflection and reverence. These mysteries invite us to meditate on the Incarnation and early life of Jesus Christ through the eyes of His Blessed Mother. In this…
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Faith for the Fire, not for the Feelings.
In a world obsessed with emotions and instant gratification, how do we stay rooted in our faith when the feelings fade? In this episode, we dive into the heart of spiritual dryness, desolation, and the difference…
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The Sorrowful Mysteries | tuesdays + fridays
Pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary Enter into the Passion of Christ through the Sorrowful Mysteries. These five mysteries lead us through the agony, suffering, and sacrifice Jesus endured out of love for us. As…
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The Luminous Mysteries | thursdays
Pray the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with Me The Luminous Mysteries, also known as the Mysteries of Light, invite us to reflect on the public ministry of Jesus Christ, moments where His divinity and mission were…
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The Glorious Mysteries | wednesdays + sundays
Pray the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary with Me In this video, we meditate on the Glorious Mysteries, moments of triumph, hope and eternal promise. From the Resurrection to the Coronation of Mary, each mystery…
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Why You're Spiritually Stuck
You want to be devout. You want to be on fire for God. But no matter how hard you try, praying more, adding devotionals, going to daily Mass.. you still feel stuck. Like something is holding you back from actually…
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So you wanna be devout?
What if the reason your faith feels dry, isn’t because you’re lazy or unworthy.. but because you’ve settled for a version of Catholicism Jesus never preached? In this first episode of After Mass, we dive deep into the…
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[EP 1 TRAILER] So you wanna be devout?
Welcome to After Mass - the podcast for Catholics who are done with lukewarm faith. If you’ve ever walked out of Sunday Mass and fallen right back into spiritual autopilot, this podcast is for you. Each episode is a…
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