Finding Joy with Guest: Cathryn Castle Garcia

Father Nathan shares the spiritual practices to Sheila Rose, "Fast Girl" Turned Homecoming Queen. This story is new and not in any of the previous "Afterlife, Interrupted" books. You are hearing it for the first time. Click this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

Father Nathan shares a compassionate response to Sheila Rose, "Fast Girl" Turned Homecoming Queen. This story is new and not in any of the previous "Afterlife, Interrupted" books. You are hearing it for the first time. Click this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

Father Nathan introduces us to Sheila Rose, "Fast Girl" Turned Homecoming Queen. This story is new and not in any of the previous "Afterlife, Interrupted" books. You are hearing it for the first time. Click this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

Father Nathan shares the spiritual practices that arise from Greg, the Scholar. This story is new and does not appear in any of the previous "Afterlife, Interrupted" books. You are hearing it for the first time. Click this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

Father Nathan shares the compassionate responses to Greg, the Scholar. This story is new and not in any of the previous "Afterlife, Interrupted" books. You are hearing it for the first time. Click this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

Father Nathan introduces us to Greg, the Scholar. This story is new and not in any of the previous "Afterlife, Interrupted" books. You are hearing it for the first time. Click this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

This encore episode of The Joyful Friar podcast has over 10,000 views! This episode features Dr. Raymond Moody’s groundbreaking book, "Life After Life." As the International Association for Near Death Studies (IANDS) Conference begins next week, Fr. Nathan and Dr. Moody reflect on the origins of this influential research and share insights into what first inspired the study of near-death experiences. My Prayer Partner Kimberly Sharp, LMFT, is speaking at the IANDS Conference on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 3:15 pm on a panel: "Mental Health Support for Near-Death and Related Experiences." It qualifies for the Academic and Professional Track.Dr. Raymond Moody Jr. is an American psychiatrist, philosopher, and author widely known as the "father of the near-death experience" (NDE). He coined the term "near-death experience" and wrote the 1975 landmark bestseller "Life After Life," which sold over 13 million copies.Connect with Dr. Raymond Moody: https://www.lifeafterlife.comhttps://www.facebook.com/DrRaymondMoodyhttps://www.instagram.com/Life__AfterLifehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYbMoyl1QHvJVidKWIOiVbghttps://www.tiktok.com/@afterlifeexplorersClick this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

Father Nathan and his sister, book publisher Cathryn Castle Garcia, discuss finding joy when the world feels heavy. Together, they explore the difference between joy and happiness, the "just for now" theory, and practical tips for creating more joy in everyday circumstances.  Cathryn Castle Garcia loves words and water and wild places. She delights in helping people cultivate joy, ease, and abundance in their personal and professional lives. Her motto is, “Make it fun. Let it be easy.”As the owner of ClearStoryCoach.com, she specializes in writing coaching, editing, publishing, and marketing. Together with her husband, Capt. Gui Garcia lives on a small island in the Azores, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. The couple owns C2G2Productions.com, specializing in wildlife and underwater filming.Connect with Cathryn:[email protected]://www.clearstorycoach.comhttps://c2g2productions.comhttps://www.facebook.com/C2G2ProductionsClick this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

Father Nathan, along with prayer partner Kimberly Sharp, LMFT, shares the spiritual practices to Craig and Charlie, the Watch Repair Guy. This story is new and not in any of the Afterlife, Interrupted book series publications.Kimberly Sharp, LMFT, DTM, is a psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals connect with their inner selves to foster greater joy, peace, and relief. Utilizing a mind-body-spirit perspective, she has seen firsthand how engaging in reflective inner work leads to a more meaningful, joyful, and fulfilling life. As a prayer partner with Father Nathan, Kimberly has witnessed the incredible benevolence, kindness, and creativity with which heavenly helpers support souls on their afterlife journeys. Outside of her professional practice, Kimberly cherishes time with family and friends, working out at the gym, and being on the water. Kimberly is a Distinguished Toastmaster with Toastmasters International and active in her home parish of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in San Pedro, California. She can be reached through her website, www.kimberlysharpmft.com.Click this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.     

Father Nathan shares the compassionate responses to Craig and Charlie, the Watch Repair Guy. This story is new and not in any of the Afterlife, Interrupted book series publications.Click this link and let us know what you love about The Joyful Friar Podcast! Support the show​Connect with Father Nathan Castle, O.P.: http://www.nathan-castle.com https://www.facebook.com/fathernathancastle https://www.instagram.com/father_nathan_castle https://www.youtube.com/@FatherNathanCastleOPListen to the podcast: https://apple.co/3ssA9b5Purchase books: https://tinyurl.com/34bhp2t4Donate: https://nathan-castle.com/donateMy Dominican brothers and I live a vow of poverty. That means we hold our goods in common. If you enjoy this podcast, please donate at https://nathan-castle.com/donate. 501©3 of the Western Dominican Province.Father Nathan Castle, O.P., is a Dominican Friar, author, podcast host, and retreat leader. Over the past 27 years, his unique ministry, rooted in the Catholic Church's mystical tradition, has helped more than 700 souls transition from one plane of the afterlife to a more joyful one. Father Nathan believes that providing such help is something the Holy Spirit has given him and his prayer partners to do.