The Mary and Jerry Podcast

Movies That Impacted Our Lives | S2E14 Jul 14, 2024

Mary & Jerry share what their all time favorite movies are and the impact these movies made on their lives. They discuss movies ranging from Top Gun to The Notebook. Any guesses as to the first movies they saw in theaters?

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Given Institute & Mentoring | S2E13 Jul 07, 2024

Mary recently went to the Given Institute Conference. There, she met many young women desiring to grow in their gifts and talents and journey alongside mentors. In this episode, Mary & Jerry discuss their experience being mentors, what it means to be a mentor, and what skills a mentor should have.

Find out more about the Given Institute: https://giveninstitute.com/

Here are Mary and Jerry’s Books:
Debbie Macomber— The Best is Yet to Come (https://www.amazon.com/Best-Yet-Come-Novel/dp/1984818848)

Gen Kenneth McKenzie- The Melting Point: High Command and War in the 21st Century (https://www.amazon.com/Melting-Point-High-Command-Century/dp/1682474496)

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Not-So-Newlywed Game | S2E12 Jun 30, 2024

Get ready for an entire episode of the Not-So-Newlywed Game! Get to know Mary & Jerry through this fun game, as they answer questions ranging from what stresses them out to what’s an exciting thing they would hate to do to.

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Charisms | S2E11 Jun 23, 2024

Mary & Jerry share about their charisms - gifts given through the grace of the Holy Spirit to represent Christ and to be a channel of God's goodness for people. They share how their individual charisms play out in their daily lives and how they complement one another in marriage.

Two websites to investigate your gifts and charisms further!

https://manypartsministries.com/product/charism-assessment/

This is a quick assessment for $9 that you get pretty instant results and a workbook download to help you interpret how you charisms can be put to use building the kingdom

https://learning.siena.org/

If you want to dive even deeper, this St Catherine of Siena institute has a range of online learning resources.

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Special Needs Parenting | S2E10 May 26, 2024

In this week’s episode, Mary & Jerry share about their experience with special needs parenting. They give advice, such as how to avoid the extremely high divorce rate and ways to balance and nurture your relationship with your children who do no have special needs. They also share details of the joys and hardships, how to deal with insurance, and the blessing of receiving financial help.

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Our NFP Journey | S2E9 May 19, 2024

Today Mary & Jerry share their personal testimony to learning about the Church’s teachings on Natural Family Planning. They talk about different methods of NFP, the spirituality behind practicing NFP, and the implications that come with bringing birth control into your marriage.

Couple to Couple League
https://ccli.org

Theology of the Body Institute
https://tobinstitute.org

Other resources:
https://www.usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/nfp-websites

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Entertaining with Intention | S2E8 Apr 21, 2024

To entertain with a purpose is an extension of God’s love for us that we get to share with other people. Mary & Jerry share what a spirit of hospitality looks like in their home.

It’s no surprise that Mary loves to entertain and Jerry would prefer a quiet evening, but together, they’ve learned to open their home and make space for friends, family, and strangers.

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Resilience in Marriage | S2E7 Apr 07, 2024

Mary & Jerry share 10 tips and tricks to bring resilience into your marriage, including being grateful for each other (and your morning coffee!), being adaptable, and investing in quality time together. These tips will help you and your spouse come through hard times together and have a stronger relationship.

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Relating to Adult Children | S2E6 Apr 02, 2024

Today, Mary & Jerry are answering a question they get asked regularly - How do you cultivate a good relationship with your adult children? Not only is their son an adult, but Mary & Jerry’s friend group is full of friend’s in the same stage of life as them. So, they have some great knowledge and experience on this topic to share with their listeners.

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Lent | S2E5 Mar 03, 2024

We are now a couple of weeks into Lent, so Mary & Jerry reflect about their Lenten experiences in this week’s episode. They share stories of their past Lents (both the good and the ugly) and inspire others to enter into this Lent focusing on fasting, almsgiving, and prayer. In the words of Jerry, “Lent: Live it, Learn it, Love it, Lent it.”

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All the Big Feels | S2E4 Feb 25, 2024

In today’s podcast, Mary & Jerry discuss why it’s important to process your emotions, especially when going through dark and difficult times. If you’re a Mary, emotions probably come pretty naturally for you to talk about. If you’re a Jerry, talking about your emotions might take some practice.

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Top 10 Reasons Marriages Struggle | S2E3 Feb 18, 2024

As a “seasoned” married couple, Mary and Jerry respond to the top 10(ish) reasons why married couples struggle.Their wisdom and experience, combined with their classic jokes and story telling, make this a great episode for any married couple.

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Earrings & Books | S2E2 Feb 11, 2024

We all know Mary’s love for her statement earrings and Jerry’s love for American history books. In today’s episode of the Mary & Jerry podcast, we learn about the why behind these collections. Are we surprised that Mary’s fascination for earrings started from a rebellion? Or that Jerry’s collection of history books began when he was a child?

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Jerry's Birthday | S2E1 Feb 04, 2024

Mary & Jerry are back! They kick off Season 2 by celebrating Jerry’s birthday. Mary asks Jerry a range of questions that have him reflect on his life - including what he would tell his 25 year old self (Why didn’t he invest in Apple?!) and the hardships 2023 brought.

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Episode 21: Questions From a Young Mom Dec 17, 2023

In the final 2023 episode of the Mary & Jerry Podcast, they share their words of wisdom for all couples with a newborn. They give tips on how to love each other well & how to sacrifice for one another during such a new (and often chaotic) season of life.

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Episode 20: Christmas Traditions Dec 10, 2023

It’s officially Advent and as we prepare for Christmas, Mary & Jerry share their favorite family Christmas traditions, give ideas for young families to form their own new traditions, and reminisce over Christmas memories from their time as children and as parents. And of course, they do all of this while festive in their Christmas pajamas!

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Episode 19: Lourdes & Courtney's Prayer Stocking Dec 03, 2023

In this episode of the Mary & Jerry podcast, we get a greater glimpse into the beautiful life of their daughter, Courtney. They share about Courtney’s intercession on earth and now in Heaven, a sacred Christmas tradition they created after Courtney’s passing, and the most incredible experience they had going to Lourdes with Courtney in 2000.

In memory of our beloved daughter Courtney, who passed away on December 27, 2014, Jerry and I invite your prayer requests for Courtney's stocking during Advent. Christmas held special significance for Courtney, and since her passing, we have filled her stocking with global prayer requests. Jerry and I dedicate our nightly rosaries, Sunday Mass intentions, and weekly Adoration to these intentions from the First Sunday in Advent through the Feast of the Epiphany. We extend an invitation for you to share your prayer requests, emphasizing the season of miracles and the hope that the Prince of Peace may answer heartfelt desires. Blessed Advent to all,
St Courtney, pray for us.

Link to Google Form
https://forms.gle/2YEjB2eCMSHG2BVj8

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Episode 18: The Instahusband Nov 26, 2023

Over the years, Jerry has witnessed Mary’s “sisterhood” grow as more and more followers recognize her gifts of speaking and writing. At first, Jerry’s role as “insta husband” included taking photos of her in good lighting and encouraging her as she gave a talk. Now, they work side by side leading people closer to Christ through their personal instagram accounts and speaking opportunities.

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Episode 17: Talking to College Students About Marriage Nov 19, 2023

Mary & Jerry recently spoke to a group of college students about marriage. So they took their talk and turned it into this week’s podcast! They discuss what to expect, advice, how to prepare and more.

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Episode 16: Digging Through the Archives of our Childhood Nov 12, 2023

This episode is a walk down memory lane for Mary & Jerry. We get to know Mary & Jerry more personally as they go through their childhood boxes. They share how in many ways, their characteristics as children and the way they were raised made them who they are today.

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Episode 15: Hallmark Christmas Movies Nov 05, 2023

As the official Hallmark season approaches, it’s time to light up your Christmas tree, make some hot chocolate (or pour yourself some bourbon), and follow along to Mary & Jerry’s traditional annual reviews of these romance films.

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Episode 14: Bring Back That Loving Feeling Oct 29, 2023

Join us this week for the Mary & Jerry Musical!

Looking at them now, you would have no idea that Mary & Jerry’s marriage hit an all time low, almost leading them to a divorce. Through this experience, they learned 6 important steps to better your relationship. They walk us through those steps in a personal and inspiring, yet hilarious way.

References:
https://www.gottman.com/blog/6-hours-a-week-to-a-better-relationship/

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Episode 13: Pumpkin Spice vs. Old Spice Oct 22, 2023

As Jerry likes to say, Pumpkin Spice vs. Old Spice. Or as Mary likes to say, Menopause vs “Manopause.” In this episode of the Mary & Jerry podcast, they talk about the differences between women and men. What have they learned about each other? What took them by surprise in marriage? How have they grown as a couple? As always, we get an unfiltered and unscripted perspective with fun stories and laughs.

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Episode 12: Jerry's Conversion Story Oct 15, 2023

It’s time for Jerry to share his conversion story. We get to hear everything from Jerry’s first “Mass aerobics” experience to raising his children Catholic to diving into the history of the Church. What did it take for this Lutheran-raised man to become Catholic? What was Mary’s experience during his conversion? Find out in this week’s episode of the Mary & Jerry podcast.

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Episode 11: Chip and Joanna, Watch Out! Oct 08, 2023

Mary makes her fun personality translate into her home design. But traffic orange shower curtains aren’t for everybody - specifically Jerry. In this episode of the Mary & Jerry podcast, they discuss how to make your house a home for both spouses. It’s, as always, an episode of fun banter and wisdom.

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Episode 10: When Trust is Broken Oct 01, 2023

Mary & Jerry answer another important question they receive often: What do you do when trust has been broken in your marriage?

They share ways in which their marriage was broken - to the point where they considered divorce. This episode deals with pornography, money habits, food addictions, and more. They’re, as always, raw and informative. This episode is perfect for anyone struggling in their marriage, who knows somebody who is, or who wants to prepare for inevitable hardships in marriage. Mary & Jerry remind us that there is always hope, even in times of deep despair.

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Episode 9: Mary's Birthday! Sep 24, 2023

Happy Birthday Mary!! In this special episode, Jerry asks Mary fun questions that lead them down a path of sharing hilarious stories of Mary’s childhood (how did she make it to tell these tales?) and bestow on their listeners some wisdom she has learned about motherhood and her identity in Christ.

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Episode 8: Remembering Courtney Sep 17, 2023

In this episode, Mary & Jerry share their hearts with their listeners as they remember their beautiful daughter, Courtney.

They share sweet and funny stories as they reminisce over her blonde curls, her love for bright colors, and her fun personality. Mary & Jerry discuss some ways that they celebrate her life and mourn her death, as well as share their wisdom for anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one.

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Episode 7: Trust | Walking on Water Sep 10, 2023

In today’s episode, Mary & Jerry talk about the number one question they get in their dm’s: How do you trust God in the midst of a storm? Sometimes it feels like God “likes a cliffhanger” and things aren’t going the way we planned. Mary & Jerry teach us how they’ve learned to trust Him in the waiting and to recognize that the Lord is never outdone in generosity.

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Episode 6: Mary Goes To The Farm Sep 03, 2023

This week, our favorite couple discusses relationships with in-laws. These can be beautiful to very tough and everywhere in between.

They kick off the show sharing some of their favorite stories of interactions with their in-laws, especially when they were first dating. They close with some very heartfelt comments about continuing to mature as a couple and in your relationships with extended family. As a bonus, it contains a hilarious story about Mary & her first experience on a farm! Enjoy!

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Episode 5: Date Night Aug 27, 2023

Mary & Jerry talk about the importance of date night for married couples. It's a chance to look eye to eye, reconnect & focus on the most important part of your marriage: each other. Work, family & our personal lives can often take our focus, so scheduling date nights is a great way to make sure your marriage stays strong.

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Episode 4: Marriage Aug 20, 2023

In this UNSCRIPTED episode, Mary & Jerry show us where their brains go and, of course, it’s a lot of fun. They discuss their pastor asking them to be a mentor couple, how unequipped they felt, and the beautiful fruit that came from being raw & personal with their story. As they share and laugh together, they come up with at least 4 new podcast ideas. We can’t wait for those episodes to come out. Sit back, listen, and laugh with us.

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Episode 3: Dating! Aug 13, 2023

Mary & Jerry have noticed that dating has gotten especially difficult in the last few years. So they’re here to share their practical tips on dating. Most importantly - be bold. We hope this advice helps you!

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Episode 2: Happy Anniversary! Aug 06, 2023

Today is the Lenaburg's Anniversary! Hooray! They share some of the good, bad and ugly memories from previous anniversary celebrations.

They share their tips on how to best celebrate anniversaries, compromise and understanding your spouse. Let us know in the comments and on social media your favorite (or least favorite) anniversary stories!

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Episode 1: Welcome to Mary & Jerry's World! Aug 06, 2023

Made a few mistakes in life? Facing challenges, you don’t know how to navigate? Wondering what to do next? What direction to take? We are Mary and Jerry Lenaburg and in our 35 years of marriage, we have been through a lot of challenges. Through our experiences and poor decisions, we have gained a lot of wisdom on what not to do. Join us each week for unscripted conversations on marriage, faith, brokenness, family life, parenting, and anything else you want us to talk about. We promise you will laugh and maybe even shed a tear or three. Our goal for this podcast is to provide encouragement and hope through our stories and chats with those who have impacted our lives.

Send in your questions, comments, and topic suggestions to us at 571-354-0351.

Mary and Jerry Lenaburg have been married for 35 wild, unpredictable, and insanely wonderful years and are parents of two children. One in heaven and one earth side who recently upgraded them to grandparents 2.0. They have been through nearly every challenge a married couple can face - military life, addictions, burying a child, burying their parents, financial and job challenges, and housebreaking a puppy, twice. Along the way, they have learned many important lessons about faith, family, and how to build a lasting marriage. They have appeared together on EWTN and regularly speak to engaged and married couples all over the United States.

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Mary & Jerry Podcast Trailer Aug 03, 2023

Made a few mistakes in life? Facing challenges, you don’t know how to navigate? Wondering what to do next? What direction to take? We are Mary and Jerry Lenaburg and in our 35 years of marriage, we have been through a lot of challenges. Through our experiences and poor decisions, we have gained a lot of wisdom on what not to do. Join us each week for unscripted conversations on marriage, faith, brokenness, family life, parenting, and anything else you want us to talk about. We promise you will laugh and maybe even shed a tear or three. Our goal for this podcast is to provide encouragement and hope through our stories and chats with those who have impacted our lives.

Send in your questions, comments, and topic suggestions to us at 571-354-0351.

Mary and Jerry Lenaburg have been married for 35 wild, unpredictable, and insanely wonderful years and are parents of two children. One in heaven and one earth side who recently upgraded them to grandparents 2.0. They have been through nearly every challenge a married couple can face - military life, addictions, burying a child, burying their parents, financial and job challenges, and housebreaking a puppy, twice. Along the way, they have learned many important lessons about faith, family, and how to build a lasting marriage. They have appeared together on EWTN and regularly speak to engaged and married couples all over the United States.

Connect with us and our podcast on Instagram at @themaryandjerrypodcast

Production & Editing by Forte Catholic (ForteCatholic.com)

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