“Have you ever prayed, cried, asked again and again—and felt like God never answered?” In this episode of The Mercy Show, Father Manuel, Father Jacob, and Hector discuss one of the hardest experiences in the spiritual life: praying, waiting, and not seeing the answer you hoped for. They reflect on Elijah encountering God in stillness, Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, Psalm 13, suffering, trust, surrender, and the difference between treating our relationship with God like a contract versus living it as a covenant. Sometimes we expect God to respond immediately, dramatically, or exactly the way we asked. But what if His silence is not absence? What if He is working in a way we cannot yet see? The conversation offers practical advice for those going through spiritual dryness or unanswered prayer: keep praying, be honest with God, surrender your will, do not isolate yourself, and allow others to walk with you through the struggle. Even when we do not understand what God is doing, we can still pray with Jesus: "Not my will, but Yours be done.” SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always! 00:00 Have You Ever Felt Like God Didn’t Answer? 01:00 Meet Father Manuel, Father Jacob & Hector 03:01 Has God Ever Been Silent in Your Life? 03:19 Elijah & Finding God in the Silence 04:25 Growing Deeper in Your Relationship With God 05:32 When Prayer Feels Like an Echo 06:03 Contract vs. Covenant 07:02 Trusting God When You Don’t Feel Him 07:28 There Is No Resurrection Without the Cross 08:14 Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane 09:56 “Not My Will, But Yours” 10:40 The Father Remains Silent 11:03 Psalm 13: “How Long, O Lord?” 12:04 Turning Pain Into Prayer 13:03 Is It Okay to Complain to God? 13:48 From Frustration to Faith 14:28 Could God’s Silence Be the Answer? 16:11 What Should You Do When God Is Silent? 16:19 Keep Praying 17:27 Pray Honestly & Simply 17:45 Father Manuel’s Personal Experience 18:32 God Acts Even in Silence 19:01 Don’t Confuse Feelings With God’s Presence 19:56 God Works With Us, Not For Us 20:41 “Not My Will, But Yours” 21:39 The Power of the Cross 22:34 Jesus Needed His Friends Too 23:03 Don’t Isolate Yourself 24:09 Ask Others to Walk With You 26:04 Learning From The Young Pope 26:53 “You Fix It, God” 27:18 Pray With Faith 27:48 Collaborating With God 28:19 God Wants Us as Partners 29:27 What Would God’s Instagram Look Like? 30:28 Have You Ever Felt God Was Silent? 31:03 Closing #TheMercyShow #WhenGodIsSilent #UnansweredPrayer #TrustGod #Prayer #CatholicFaith #SurrenderToGod #JesusChrist #Gethsemane #Psalm13 #FaithInHardTimes #ChristianHope #GodsWill #CatholicPodcast #MariaVisionUSA

SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always!

What was hidden inside the Ark of the Covenant, and why was it too holy to touch? Four young hosts, ages 6 to 10, read the Bible story of the Ark for kids, then pray the Rosary, share their favorite saints and sing along in this live episode of Maria Vision Kids. The girls read how God gave Moses the Ten Commandments and the instructions for a very special golden chest, kept in the Holy of Holies as a sign that God was present among His people. They discover what was inside the Ark (the stone tablets of God's law, a golden jar of manna, and Aaron's staff that blossomed) and what it teaches us today: God loves His people, provides for their needs, and always keeps His promises. (Exodus 25:10-22; Hebrews 9:4) Also in this episode: - A decade of the Rosary prayed for the kids' family and friends - Their favorite saints, a caller's prayer request for the Pope, and the St. Michael prayer - A joyful "pray for us" litany of saints - Christmas songs, "Joy, Joy, Joy Down in My Heart" and "God Made Animals" - The story of St. Martin of Tours, who shared his cloak with a poor man CHAPTERS: 0:00 Meet the Maria Vision Kids 0:50 The Bible Story of the Ark of the Covenant 4:25 What Was Inside the Ark? 5:45 What the Ark Teaches Us 6:25 Prayer Intentions and a Decade of the Rosary 10:46 Silent Prayer Time 13:58 Our Favorite Saints 16:20 A Caller's Request and the St. Michael Prayer 18:15 Saints, Pray for Us! 20:50 Today's Prayer 21:40 Christmas Sing-Along 32:46 God Made Animals 33:58 The Story of St. Martin of Tours 35:50 Praise the Lord and Goodbye Subscribe to Maria Vision USA and tap the bell so your family never misses a new episode of Maria Vision Kids. https://www.mariavision.us SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always! #ArkOfTheCovenant #MariaVisionKids #BibleStoriesForKids #CatholicKids #BibleForKids #Rosary #KidsPray #SaintMartin #TenCommandments #CatholicFaith #ChristianKids #FaithForKids #MariaVisionUSA Parents and kids: if you could put one special thing inside the Ark to remind you of God's love, what would it be?

Bring your prayer intentions tonight on the Memorial of St. Josaphat. In this episode of Chain of Love, we gather in prayer on the Memorial of Saint Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr. St. Josaphat gave his life for the unity of the Church and for faithfulness to Christ. Tonight we bring our prayer intentions before the Lord: for the unity of Christians, for the Church, for peace, for healing, for families, and for whatever is weighing on your heart. We pray with you, lift up live caller and viewer intentions, and ask Our Blessed Mother to lead us closer to her Son. Come as you are. God is listening. Join us live Monday to Friday at about 7 PM Eastern. This show is for your prayer intentions — please join us and share them. SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always! #StJosaphat #ChainOfLove #CatholicPrayer #HolyRosary #JesusChrist #CatholicFaith #PrayerRequests #MariaVisionUSA

Stand firm in the faith tonight — Christ built His Church on rock. In this episode of Chain of Love, we gather in prayer on the Memorial of Saint Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church. St. Leo defended the truth of who Jesus is and asked that the Church would stand firm in that truth and know lasting peace. Tonight we bring our prayer intentions before the Lord: for the Church, for peace, for healing, for families, and for whatever is weighing on your heart. We pray with you, lift up live caller and viewer intentions, and ask Our Blessed Mother to lead us closer to her Son. Come as you are. God is listening. Join us live Monday to Friday at about 7 PM Eastern. This show is for your prayer intentions — please join us and share them. SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always! #StLeoTheGreat #ChainOfLove #CatholicPrayer #HolyRosary #JesusChrist #CatholicFaith #PrayerRequests #MariaVisionUSA

What makes Medjugorje so special that a priest would return six times? Fr. Jesse Mango, a Dominican friar from Trinidad and Tobago, shares why he continues to bring pilgrims to Medjugorje and how he has witnessed Our Lady's school of love transforming hearts through prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, and confession. He reflects on the peace experienced in Medjugorje, the freedom that comes from encountering God's mercy, and the importance of bringing young people closer to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. For anyone considering a pilgrimage, Fr. Jesse offers a heartfelt invitation to experience the beauty of faith, community, and God's presence. SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always! #Medjugorje #MedjugorjeTestimony #OurLadyOfMedjugorje #DominicanFriar #CatholicPriest #EucharisticAdoration #BlessedVirginMary #CatholicFaith #Confession #GodsMercy #QueenOfPeace #CatholicPilgrimage #HolyEucharist #FaithTestimony #MariaVisionUSA

Fr. Moin Simon, a priest originally from India and currently serving in Florida, shares his beautiful experience visiting Medjugorje with a group of 38 pilgrims. From witnessing people praying together at Apparition Hill and Cross Mountain to hearing confessions, he describes a deeply moving pilgrimage that strengthened his faith. Fr. Moin reminds us that everyone encounters God differently—through silent prayer, personal reflection, or visiting sacred places. His message is simple: take time to deepen your relationship with God, strengthen your faith, and allow prayer to transform your life. SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always! #Medjugorje #MedjugorjeTestimony #OurLadyOfMedjugorje #CatholicPriest #Pilgrimage #CatholicFaith #Prayer #FaithJourney #PriestTestimony #EncounterGod #CatholicChurch #Confession #SpiritualJourney #VirginMary #MariaVisionUSA

When life feels overwhelming, where do we turn for comfort and strength? Elena Garin, a student at Ave Maria University, shares her moving testimony of how Jesus in the Eucharist sustained her faith through her parents’ divorce, anxiety, depression, and years of deep sorrow. Through daily Mass and Eucharistic Adoration, Elena discovered that God's love remained constant even when everything around her seemed uncertain. Her story is a reminder that Jesus knows our hearts, hears our prayers, and never abandons us. Whether you're struggling with heartbreak, loneliness, or uncertainty, Elena encourages you to spend time with Jesus in Adoration—even if it's just 15 minutes. SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always! #EucharisticAdoration #CatholicTestimony #JesusInTheEucharist #CatholicFaith #HealingThroughFaith #AveMariaUniversity #JesusHeals #CatholicYouth #FaithInHardTimes #PowerOfPrayer #RealPresence #TrustInGod #CatholicStories #GodsLove #EucharisticJesus

During a mission trip to Uganda, Annie, a student at Ave Maria University, experienced God's love in a way she never expected. At Our Lady of the Rosary School, she formed a special friendship with a young boy named Peter. Although they didn't speak the same language, their connection reminded her that love goes beyond words. One day during Eucharistic Adoration, as Peter slept peacefully in her lap, Annie remembered Jesus' words in Matthew 25:40: "Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me." In that moment, she recognized Christ's presence in the child she was holding. Through the joy, generosity, and welcoming hearts of the children in Uganda, Annie discovered a deeper understanding of missionary life and our calling to see Jesus in everyone we meet. Her testimony reminds us that whether we serve abroad or at home, we are all called to share God's love. SEND US YOUR PRAYER INTENTIONS: Email: aveprayerline@gmail.com Text us: +1 (239) 321-9912 WhatsApp: https://wa.link/c6yh18 Prayer line: +1 (239) 842-3325 TO MAKE A DONATION: https://www.mariavision.us/donate WEBSITE: https://www.mariavision.us FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://www.instagram.com/mariavisionusa https://www.facebook.com/mariavisionusa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@mariavision.usa May God Bless You Always! #UgandaMissionTrip #CatholicMissionary #AveMariaUniversity #CatholicTestimony #SeeingJesusInOthers #MissionaryLife #CatholicFaith #JesusChrist #GodsLove #CatholicYouth #FaithInAction #EucharisticAdoration #ChristianMission #LanguageOfLove #MariaVisionUSA