Bonus: Finding Healing Through Prayer with Monica Martinez

Описание: In this episode of Religion to Reality, host Dave Plisky and Fr. John Gribowich sit down with Monica Martinez, Parish Lead at Hallow, to explore prayer, healing, and evangelization in the modern Church.

Monica shares her personal faith journey—from growing up with a habit of prayer, through family brokenness and deep questions, to a living relationship with God shaped by healing, encounter, and the work of the Holy Spirit. Drawing from her experience with Hallow, Alpha, and diocesan ministry, she reflects on why prayer apps and digital faith tools are resonating today—especially among those who feel curious, wounded, or hesitant to step into a church.

The conversation dives into:

Prayer as relationship, not obligation

Healing, suffering, and God’s nearness

The role of silence, listening, and attention in prayer

Why spiritual “aids” (apps, books, devotions) help—but aren’t the destination

How the Holy Spirit teaches us to pray when we don’t know how

Evangelization rooted in welcome, hospitality, and encounter

Creating safe spaces for curiosity, doubt, and questions

Why belonging often comes before belief

Monica also shares moving stories of encounter—from adoration in college to parish life after COVID—and offers practical wisdom for anyone seeking to grow in prayer, accompany others, or rediscover God’s presence in everyday life.

This episode is an honest, hope-filled conversation about how God continues to meet people—through silence, relationship, technology, and community—right where they are.

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