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  It's OK to be a Lousy Dancer 03.10.2026 3Min.

  By Echo Lewis, published in Restoration, November 2006Read by Hope GosselinRestoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/FREE GIFT! Receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, subscribe and leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen.
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  I Am Lousy at Sports 26.09.2026 12Min.

  By Paul Moore, published in Restoration, April 2019FREE GIFT! Receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, subscribe and leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  Gymnastics Was My Life 19.09.2026 6Min.

  By Catherine Mercugliano, published in Restoration, January 2022Read by her sister, Hope MercuglianoFREE GIFT! Receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, subscribe and leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  Sports - A School of Life 12.09.2026 12Min.

  By Pope Pope Leo XIV, published in Restoration, July 2026FREE GIFT! Receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, subscribe and leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  Becoming the Best 05.09.2026 3Min.

  By Jose de Vinck, published in Restoration, April 2018FREE GIFT! Receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, subscribe and leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  A Homesick Moment 29.08.2026 4Min.

  By Jessica Pierlot, published in Restoration, April 2019Read by Hope MercuglianoFREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  Our Family Goes to Cana 22.08.2026 7Min.

  By Deacon Forrest Wallace, Associate Deacon of Madonna House. Published in Restoration, July 2011FREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  A Woman of Hope 15.08.2026 12Min.

  By Mark Olszewski, published in Restoration, August 2025FREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  I Was an Ideological Catholic 08.08.2026 6Min.

  By Nicholas Da Silva, published in Restoration, July 2018Read by Matthew GosselinFREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  I Can Serve As I Am 01.08.2026 7Min.

  By Ryan Graves, published in Restoration, July 2021FREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New recordings released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  The Blue Jay in the Greenhouse 25.07.2026 6Min.

  By Mirjana Villeneuve, published in Restoration, July 2023Read by Hope MercuglianoFREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  My Surreal Film Festival 18.07.2026 10Min.

  By Tom Kluger, published in Restoration, September 2004Read by Augustine MercuglianoFREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  But It’s Just a Potato! 11.07.2026 7Min.

  By Denis Lemieux, published in Restoration, September 2004Read by Matthew GosselinFREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners. Most importantly, share the episode with someone who may need encouragement on the journey. New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  Thoughts in Summertime 04.07.2026 9Min.

  By Fr. David May, published in Restoration, July 2023FREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners.New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen.Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  Stake Your Lives on It 27.06.2026 6Min.

  By St. Pope John Paul II, published in Restoration July 2021FREE! Our gift to you: receive "Restoration" each month in your POSTAL mailbox:https://madonnahouse.org/resources/restoration/#orderfreeIf you find Ora meaningful, leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts! This will help get the show in front of more new listeners.New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen.Restoration is the newspaper of Madonna House. Its goal, in Catherine Doherty’s (founder) words, is to “foster the love of God, love for his Church, and the realization that man, if he continues to live without God in this mad and tragic world, will perish.”We strive to achieve this goal with a colorful, down-to-earth array of reflections on the Gospel challenges of today, stories, Church teachings, spiritual reflections, personal witness and community news. Restoration is drawn from the day-to-day life of our Christian community. We don’t preach at you. We simply share with you our joys and struggles in trying to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise in today’s world.Learn more about our way of life, programs, and resources to live the gospel:https://madonnahouse.org/
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  Why Do They Come? 20.06.2026 7Min.

  by Catherine DohertyPublished in Restoration, July 2021New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Subscribe, comment, and - if you find the article meaningful, share with your friends! Learn more about our way of life, programs, and free resources to live the gospel: https://madonnahouse.org/For a free subscription to Restoration, books, and more:https://publications.madonnahouse.org/
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  Entering into Gospel Foolishness 13.06.2026 6Min.

  By Meaghan Boyd & Alex Do, published in Restoration, July 2021Read by Hope MercuglianoNew articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. Subscribe, comment, and - if you find the article meaningful, share with your friends! Learn more about our way of life, programs, and free resources to live the gospel: https://madonnahouse.org/For a free subscription to Restoration, books, and more:https://publications.madonnahouse.org/
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  Feast of Our Lady of Combermere 06.06.2026 12Min.

  By Fr. George Ryan Holly Published in Restoration, September 2024This article appears in Restoration in September, 2024. In the absence of a bishop in the Diocese of Pembroke at the time, Fr. George Ryan Holly, Diocesan Administrator, was the main celebrant for the Madonna House community Mass on June 8, 2024 at which our members made or renewed their promises of poverty, chastity, and obedience. This is his homily.A few days after June 8, Fr. Holly announced the appointment of the new Bishop of the Diocese of Pembroke, Fr. Michael Brehl C.S.s.R.New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj2sAACSoGq6Oi0rwb3cSob-CYp4TddoO&si=NoMQpWWg7E1WYY3USubscribe, comment, and - if you find the article meaningful, share with your friends! Learn more about our way of life, programs, and free resources to live the gospel: https://madonnahouse.org/For a free subscription to Restoration, books, and more:https://publications.madonnahouse.org/
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  God’s Will Was Scary 30.05.2026 6Min.

  By Hope MercuglianoRead by Catherine MercuglianoPublished in Restoration, February 2020New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj2sAACSoGq6Oi0rwb3cSob-CYp4TddoO&si=NoMQpWWg7E1WYY3USubscribe, comment, and - if you find the article meaningful, share with your friends! Learn more about our way of life, programs, and free resources to live the gospel: https://madonnahouse.org/For a free subscription to Restoration, books, and more:https://publications.madonnahouse.org/
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  The Other 2% 23.05.2026 5Min.

  By Fr. Stéphane PouliotPublished in Restoration, May 2004New articles released weekly. Search "ORA Madonna House" wherever you listen. YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj2sAACSoGq6Oi0rwb3cSob-CYp4TddoO&si=NoMQpWWg7E1WYY3USubscribe, comment, and - if you find the article meaningful, share with your friends! Learn more about our way of life, programs, and free resources to live the gospel: https://madonnahouse.org/For a free subscription to Restoration, books, and more:https://publications.madonnahouse.org/