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Why Gary Sinise Had To Leave Hollywood | E366 Lila Rose Show

Gary Sinise is known by millions as Ltd Dan from Forrest Gump, but behind the scenes he has far more battles than the movies depict. Today he shares his family's incredible conversion stories--whether sobriety, marriage, or faith--as well as his most important story: that of his son Mac, who passed away from cancer in 2023. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:10 - Walking away from acting
00:05:21 - How theatre changed everything
00:12:46 - From plays to movies
00:17:35 - Forrest Gump
00:22:38 - Lieutenant Dan
00:24:58 - Vietnam Veterans
00:27:33 - Faith life in Hollywood
00:31:13 - Meeting his wife Moira
00:33:25 - Moira running away from marriage
00:39:25 - Alcohol problems
00:42:56 - St Michael and the crazy hurricane drive
00:47:08 - Our Lady of Malibu
00:50:45 - Moira entering the church
00:51:58 - Gary’s surprise entrance into the church
00:55:25 - Service is a great healer
01:00:39 - Transforming the mood at hospitals
01:04:48 - The power of a story
01:06:28 - Mac’s alienation from his dad
01:08:35 - “my dad is toxic”
01:13:12 - Feeling like a failed father
01:14:12 - Reading Aquinas after therapy
01:17:40 - Making peace with childhood
01:22:26 - The road trip that saved everything
01:25:47 - The cancer diagnosis
01:28:54 - Pain while sitting
01:33:33 - The monster tumor
01:37:47 - Tumor removed
01:39:24 - Getting confirmed by Bishop Barron
01:41:09 - Cancer coming back
01:42:30 - Mac handling the news
01:43:17 - Moira’s remission
01:44:43 - Were you angry at God?
01:48:08 - Chordoma Foundation
01:53:36 - Did you ever give up hope?
01:57:04 - Did Mac talk about his faith?
01:59:27 - Mac and his mother:
02:03:11 - Mac’s legacy
02:09:56 - Mac’s music
02:18:27 - What’s next for Gary?

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Lila Rose@LilaRose
January 30, 2024
An exciting announcement!

We’ve been exploring prayer, spiritual battle and discernment more on the podcast, and today’s conversation with Dan Burke of SpiritualDirection.com was amazing. He talked about how to make good decisions, how to know if something is God’s will, and more. The episode is coming out tomorrow.

ALSO: I would love to send the first 20 people to support the podcast on Locals a signed copy of my book Fighting for Life! Thank you so much for your support of this podcast and all the content we are creating here to share the Good, the True and the Beautiful!

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Lila Rose@LilaRose
May 29, 2025
A Guidebook To Hearing God's Voice w/Jonna Schuster | E218 Lila Rose Show

Have you ever prayed, hoping to hear from God—and heard nothing? Maybe you’ve thought God only speaks rarely, and only through dramatic signs. Today, we’re clearing up those misconceptions with Jonna Schuster, expert in listening prayer and author of Hearing God's Voice: A Catholic Guide to Listening Prayer.

Jonna reminds us of what Scripture says: We are His sheep, and His sheep know His voice. God wants to speak to you—daily. And learning to hear Him is essential for your joy and spiritual growth.

She’s sharing a simple, powerful playbook:
– How to recognize a potential message from God
– How to discern if it’s truly from Him
– And how to respond in a way that bears real fruit and keeps the conversation going

You might be surprised—hearing God’s voice may be more ordinary than you think.

This episode is packed with wisdom that could change your prayer life forever. I’m so honored to welcome Jonna to the show—and after you listen, let us know: What’s God been saying to you lately?

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Lila Rose@LilaRose
February 25, 2025
The Secret to Funding a Faith-Based Business w/Alex Jones | E191 The Lila Rose Show

Today, I’m joined by Alex Jones, Co-Founder and CEO of the Hallow app. Alex shares how his deep desire to encounter Christ in daily prayer—guided by the wisdom of the mystics—led him to create the app, despite skepticism from others. He takes us through the highs and lows of building Hallow, including the secret to raising over $100 million. Alex also shares powerful testimonies, from a grieving mother finding comfort through the app to an addicted mom reuniting with her child and husband. He even dives into the bold decision to use precious Super Bowl airtime to invite people to prayer. Alex’s radical surrender to God’s will and his passion for spreading the Gospel have borne incredible fruit—his story is one we can all be inspired by. Watch

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Lila Rose@LilaRose
July 30, 2024
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Shortly after I became Catholic in college, I visited a little steepled white church while home on summer break. It was surrounded by gardens and had a chapel with perpetual adoration (meaning it was open 24/7 for prayer, with Jesus in the Eucharist visible on the altar). When I moved back to California at twenty-eight, I hoped to live near this church on the San Francisco Peninsula.

I asked some friends if they knew anyone who was renting a room in the area and ended up moving in with a woman named Sallie, who lived just blocks from that same church. Brilliant and driven, Sallie began her career on Wall Street and had worked for a number of large companies. Now in her late forties, she had a beautiful home and we had wonderful late-night conversations about career, faith, vocation, and politics.

One night, Sallie shared with me how she had been encouraged as a young woman to nd self-worth and fulllment in her achievements, including successfully competing in the corporate world. In her quest to become a high-performing career woman, however, she let things like marriage and having children fall by the wayside. Now, having recently found her faith, she realized the value of what she had missed.

“It was like all that mattered back then was a career and proving that I was just as good as any man in the office. And I was just as good as any of the men!” Sallie said as we sipped tea together.

“Did you enjoy what you were doing?” I asked.

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November 09, 2024
God's Active vs. Permissive Will

God's Active vs. Permissive Will 

This article is based on our conversation with Kendra Tierney Norton titled: "Finding Love After Death, Suffering, And God's Will"

God's Active and Permissive Will: God has both an active will and a permissive will. His active will is where He directly wills what is good, holy, and aligned with His nature. His permissive will allows for evil or suffering to occur, not because He desires it, but because He respects human free will and the consequences of living in a fallen world. This permission is always with the intention of bringing a greater good from it, even if that good is beyond human understanding. St. Augustine eloquently noted, “God judged it better to bring good out of evil than to suffer no evil to exist.” This underscores that God’s allowance of suffering is never arbitrary but always purposeful.

God's Nature: God is love and perfect goodness (1 John 4:8). He does not create or wish for evil in itself. For example, while God did not create death or suffering, He permits it as a consequence of original sin and the free will choices of humanity. St. Thomas Aquinas reinforced this in his Summa Theologica, explaining that God allows evil so that He may bring about a greater good. This is akin to a parent allowing a child to face challenges or consequences to foster growth and resilience.

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October 28, 2024
5 Life-Changing Reasons to Pray the Rosary
5 Life-Changing Reasons to Pray the Rosary

The rosary is more than just a set of prayers; it’s a spiritual tool that can transform your life, bringing peace, strength, and a deeper connection to God. Here are five ways incorporating the rosary into your daily routine can be life-changing, based on our recent conversation with Gabriel Castillo 

1. Deepen Your Relationship with Christ

The rosary is a meditative journey through the life of Jesus, from His birth to His resurrection. Each mystery invites you to reflect on key events, such as His miracles, teachings, and ultimate sacrifice. By meditating on these moments, you enter more deeply into the heart of Christ’s life, experiencing His love, humility, and mercy in a personal way. It’s an opportunity to walk with Him, share in His joys and sufferings, and grow closer to His heart.

2. Find Inner Peace and Clarity

In a world full of distractions, stress, and anxiety, the rosary offers a moment of stillness and calm. The repetitive prayers act as a form of meditation, helping to quiet the mind and bring a sense of peace. It allows you to let go of worries, focus on what truly matters, and connect with God’s presence. Over time, this daily practice can bring clarity to your thoughts, calm to your heart, and resilience in facing life’s challenges.

3. Experience the Power of Intercessory Prayer

The rosary is not only a way to pray for your own intentions but also a powerful tool to intercede for others. By asking Mary to pray with you and for you, you tap into a long tradition of intercessory prayer that has brought about countless miracles and conversions. Whether you’re praying for loved ones, seeking healing, or asking for guidance, the rosary is a means of placing your needs and those of others into God’s hands, trusting in His providence and love.

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