The Unplanned Joyful Life - Faith, Prayer, Catholic Church, Resilience, Self-Confidence
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Are you a successful and well-rounded individual, but are lacking spiritual fulfillment in your life? Do you consider yourself to be Christian, and grew up Catholic, but your family never really practiced? And, maybe they did. But, as an adult, you have become totally withdrawn from the Church? Have you experienced trials and tribulations and have sought out answers except for the Faith? But, you would like to learn more to see if the Catholic faith is a path you'd like to consider?
If this is you? You are in the right place. I want to encourage you to take time to explore your Catholic Christian Faith. I want to remind you that you are a loved, valued and an integral part of the Catholic Church Family founded by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And, there is nothing he wants more than to welcome you home.
Hi, I am Cathy Jo Lang, daughter of The One True King. And, I am excited to welcome you to “The Unplanned Joyful Life” podcast. I am a practicing Catholic who recommitted to my Catholic Christian faith after experiencing a mental health crisis over 30 years ago. I suffered a severe postpartum depression that required a 3 week hospitalization and caused me to be away from my newborn baby at a time that he needed me the most.
When recovering from the depression, I searched for any and all help to deal with the guilt, shame and condemnation this experience brought. And, in order to decrease my chances of going through another mental health crisis, I decided to search, understand and embrace my Catholic Christian Faith. And, it was there, that I experienced complete healing, wholeness and transformation, never to suffer a depression again.
Through our Catholic faith, Jesus became the firm foundation on which my husband, Steve and I were able to build a beautiful family, full of love, life and purpose for our children and grandchildren.
And, although I would like to say to that we never experienced a trial or tribulation since. In 2019, we suffered the tragic lost our beautiful son Michael Robert at the age of 26. Michael suffered from a rare and chronic health condition without a sufficient medical diagnosis. This illness caused him chronic pain, fatigue, and isolation amongst many other symptoms, too many to mention. And, although his passing was devastating, we were able to receive God's healing, grace and provision through the mourning and grief we suffered as a family.
I never thought I could get through the loss of a child. And, I don't wish that hardship on anyone. But, because of our Catholic Christian Faith, Steve, myself and our other two children, Stephen and Elizabeth were able to lean on, trust in and practice the one true faith, Catholicism. And, although it took the love, provision and healing power of God, as well as the support of our family and friends, we were able to experience peace, hope and love in the midst of tragedy. We know that Michael is with Jesus. And, we look forward to the day that we will meet and embrace him again in our Heavenly Home.
Besides being wife, mom and grandmother, I am a Certified Professional Life Coach, Public Speaker and Podcast Host of The Unplanned Joyful Life.
I grew up in a loving but alcoholic and dysfunctional family. After going to group counseling with my family at the direction of our parents, I felt hope and excitement for the idea that change is possible. I saw my parents make significant transformation over time in order to bring health and wellness back to our family. And, I've been on a mission to live my best life ever since.
In this podcast, I’ll provide valuable insights to help you delve into the Catholic Faith, bring better understanding to the Church, it's practices and the benefits you will receive when practicing it on a regular basis. All this will help you become the best version of yourself. I will share “tried-and-true” tips and tricks for creating a God-centered home for you and your family. You will hear real-life examples of how to incorporate Catholic Christian values, Regular Self-Care, and Community Involvement in order to bring confidence, stability, and joy back into your life.
So, If you want to understand and embrace your Catholic faith, foster healthy relationships, and pursue goals and dreams that ignite your spirit, I’ll be here to support you every step of the way. You will hear from other Catholic Christians as they share their personal journey of faith, as well as professionals who will share their area of expertise with you.
Together, we’ll grow in knowledge, faith and grace to help you navigate “The Unplanned Joyful Life” with happiness and purpose!
So, take a deep breath, find a comfy spot, and listen in. We're going to do this together!
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23 hours ago
23 hours ago
⭐️ As a Catholic Life Coach, Speaker and Host of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, it is important for Cathy Jo to support you on your Personal Faith Journey. In this podcast, The Unplanned Joyful Life, she provides you with important topics, in-depth conversation and valuable resources that will help you to become all that God created you to be!.
As a seasoned Registered Nurse, Cathy Jo is experienced in meeting the needs of those she serves. She provides information on her podcast, and expertise through her coaching services, that will help you become more aware, informed and fulfilled in every area of your life.
Cathy Jo is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. She has completed Certifications through Maxwell Leadership in the areas of Coaching, Training and Speaking. She is a Published Children's Book Author of My Little Light (illustrated by Cathy Jo's sons, Stephen and Michael) and A Friend is Nice (illustrated by Erin Reilly). You can find her books on Amazon under her author name, Cathleen J. Lang
Cathy Jo has accomplished so much personally and professionally. But, she has also faced personal hardships that no-one should have to endure. But, rather than stay stuck or become resentful, Cathy Jo uses these trials to draw her closer to Christ. And, in return, God has provided Cathy Jo with clarity, confirmations and more opportunities to grow. Despite the challenges, Cathy Jo continues to share the Light and Love of Christ with others.
* To look into working with Cathy Jo lang LLC, schedule your Free 30 min Clarity Call by clicking this link: https://cathyjolangllc.com/cathy-jo-lang-llc/#top
Email Cathy Jo at: cathylang716@gmail.com,
Checkout Cathy Jo Lang's website: https://cathyjolangllc.com
If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast! Thank you and God bless! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
⭐️ Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo will share 17 things you will receive when you choose coaching services with Cathy Jo Lang LLC. You can expect: 1. Reminders, 2. Consistency, 3. Presence, 4. Honesty, 5. Integrity, 6. Compassion, 7. Understanding, 8. Insight, 9. Support, 10. Accountability, 11. a Safe Space, 12. Resources, 13. Experience, 14. Professionalism, 15. Catholic Perspective, 16. Success, 17. Trust.
These are just a part of what is so valuable about Coaching with Cathy Jo Lang LLC. tay tuned for more episodes regarding Coaching and all it entails!
* To look into working with Cathy Jo lang LLC, schedule your Free 30 min Clarity Call by clicking this link: https://cathyjolangllc.com/cathy-jo-lang-llc/#top
4 days ago
4 days ago
⭐️ As a Catholic Life Coach, Speaker and Host of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, it is important for Cathy Jo to support you on your Personal Faith Journey. In this podcast, The Unplanned Joyful Life, she provides you with important topics, in-depth conversation and valuable resources that will help you to become all that God created you to be!.
As a seasoned Registered Nurse, Cathy Jo is experienced in meeting the needs of those she serves. She provides information on her podcast, and expertise through her coaching services, that will help you become more aware, informed and fulfilled in every area of your life.
Cathy Jo is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. She has completed Certifications through Maxwell Leadership in the areas of Coaching, Training and Speaking. She is a Published Children's Book Author of My Little Light (illustrated by Cathy Jo's son's, Stephen and Michael) and A Friend is Nice (illustrated by Erin Reilly). You can find her books on Amazon under author name, Cathleen J. Lang
Cathy Jo has accomplished so much personally and professionally. But, she has also faced personal hardships that no-one should have to endure. But, rather than stay stuck or become resentful, Cathy Jo uses these trials to draw her closer to Christ. And, in return, God has provided Cathy Jo with clarity, confirmations and more opportunities to grow. Despite the challenges, Cathy Jo continues to share the Light and Love of Christ with others.
* To look into working with Cathy Jo lang LLC, schedule your Free 30 min Clarity Call by clicking this link: https://cathyjolangllc.com/cathy-jo-lang-llc/#top
Email Cathy Jo at: cathylang716@gmail.com,
Checkout Cathy Jo Lang's website: https://cathyjolangllc.com
If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast! Thank you and God bless! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
⭐️ Today's guest on The Unplanned Joyful Life is Kristy Malik.
Kristy Malik is a Catholic speaker, writer, and co-founder of the Jonah company.A lifelong Catholic, she experienced a heart-level conversion in 2011 that reshaped her faith and mission.
She is the co-creator of the Transcendental Types framework and corresponding tools that help people understand how they were made to love, and how to live it with freedom and purpose.
At home, Kristy is a mom of five, navigating the beautiful chaos of family life with her college-sweetheart-turned-husband!
You can contact Kristy at: transcendentaltypes.com Kristy@jonahcompany.com. @transcendentaltypes on Instagram and Facebook
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo meets with Ashley Hinojosa Mazzoleni . Ashley is a Catholic speaker, writer, and artist with a passion for helping others engage their faith more deeply. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theology from the University of Dallas, a Master’s in Theology from the Echo Program at the McGrath Institute for Church Life — where she served in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston — and a Master of Theological Studies from Duke Divinity School.
Connect with Ashley: Ashleyahino@gmail.com, At instagram: @ashleynazzol
* To schedule your Free 30 min Coaching Clarity Call for Catholics, click on the link below:
https://cathyjolangllc.com/cathy-jo-lang-llc/#top
You can email Cathy Jo at: cathylang716@gmail.com,
Checkout her website: https://cathyjolangllc.com
If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast!
Thank you and God bless! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Monday Jan 19, 2026
Monday Jan 19, 2026
Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo reflects on the book, Praying The Rosary For Inner Healing by Fr. Dwight Longenecker. She talks about the layout of the book, what information Fr. Dwight covers, and 6 benefits she received from reading it.
Cathy Jo believes that this book is much needed in bringing awareness and understanding of the Rosary in a very useful and easy to follow format. Fr. Dwight helps us apply the prayer and meditations of the Rosary to aspects of our own lives, while helping us be more aware of the hurts, needs and circumstances of others.
Most importantly, he shares how the example of Jesus and Mary, as well as the Catholic mass and the sacraments can bring much needed healing to ourselves and our world!
*To schedule your Free 30 min Coaching Clarity Call for Catholics, click on the link below:
https://cathyjolangllc.com/cathy-jo-lang-llc/#top
You can email Cathy Jo at: cathylang716@gmail.com,
Checkout her website: https://cathyjolangllc.com
If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast!
Thank you and God bless! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Thursday Jan 15, 2026
Thursday Jan 15, 2026
Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo meets and speaks with Michael Gormley. Michael is the Mission Evangelist for Paradisus Dei, the Catholic ministry that offers: That Man Is You; She Shall be Called Woman; Mysteries of the Rosary; and Missionaries to the Family. He is a speaker, podcaster, and roofer in the Houston area. Michael is married to his college sweetheart and has four insane children. You can find Michael at: Every Knee Shall Bow, with Ascension Press. and Catching Foxes on CatchingFoxes.fm.
*To schedule your Free 30 min Coaching Clarity Call for Catholics, click on the link below:
https://cathyjolangllc.com/cathy-jo-lang-llc/#top
You can email Cathy Jo at: cathylang716@gmail.com,
Checkout her website: https://cathyjolangllc.com
If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast!
Thank you and God bless! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Do you ever wonder what you'll get out of being Catholic?
Is it really worth the time and energy it takes to add another activity to your already busy schedule?
Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life. Cathy Jo shares 12 benefits she has received from practicing the Catholic Faith. In Cathy's opinion, the benefits are endless. And, they are priceless too.
Peace of mind and heart; a hopeful outlook on life; a strong foundation to build a life on; and a place to restore, renew and start over- are just a few of the rewards you will reap when applying the practices that come with being Practicing Catholic.
*To schedule your Free 30 min Coaching Clarity Call for Catholics, click on the link below:
https://cathyjolangllc.com/cathy-jo-lang-llc/#top
You can email Cathy Jo at: cathylang716@gmail.com,
Checkout her website: https://cathyjolangllc.com
If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast!
Thank you and God bless! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo looks back on her early years as a Practicing Catholic and shares 5 things she did to learn more and find clarity in her decision to embrace the Catholic Faith. She recommends that in the early stages, you 1. Ask questions, 2. Read, 3. Attend The Catholic Mass (more than once), 4.Listen to Catholic Speakers, 5. Take a Theology Class.
Books that Cathy Jo mentioned in this Podcast are: Who Needs God by Harold Kushner; The Early Church Was The Catholic Church by Joe Heschmeyer; Praying The Rosary for Inner Healing by Fr. Dwight Longenecker; True Devotion To Mary by St. Lous Montfort; Divine Mercy In and Out of Seasons by Fr Bill Quinlivan.
To watch or read the daily mass at home, go to: The Ascension App, and /or The Catholic TV Network
*To schedule your Free 30 min Clarity Coaching Call for Catholics, click on the link below:
https://cathyjolangllc.com/cathy-jo-lang-llc/#top
You can contact Cathy Jo at email cathylang716@gmail.com,
or checkout her website: https://cathyjolangllc.com
If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast!
Thank you and God bless! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Tuesday Jan 06, 2026
Tuesday Jan 06, 2026
Inside this episode/ Trailer, Cathy Jo will introduce you to The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, where you can learn to embrace faith, navigate adversity and live joyfully by igniting your Catholic Faith.
Cathy Jo is a Registered Nurse, Certified Life Coach, Trainer and Speaker. She is Author to 2 children's books: My Little Light and A Friend is Nice (By Cathleen J Lang) which can be found on Amazon.
To schedule your Free 30 min Catholic Coaching Clarity Call, click on the link below: https://calendly.com/cathylang716/30-minute-clarity-call-with-cathy-jo
You can contact Cathy Jo at cathylang716@gmail.com, call her at 716-512-365, or checkout her website https://cathyjolangllc.com
If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast!
Thank you and God bless!
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo shares details of what Christmas was like for her, changes made to Cathy Jo Lang LLC Services, and she wishes you a Very Happy New Year. She ends this episode with a heartfelt prayer of gratitude.
Thank you or listening. Have a wonderful Day and a truly blessed and bountiful 2026!
*If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please write a review of the show on apple podcast!
To schedule your Free 30 min Catholic Coaching Clarity Call, click on the link below: https://calendly.com/cathylang716/30-minute-clarity-call-with-cathy-jo
You can contact Cathy Jo at cathylang716@gmail.com, call her at 716-512-365, or checkout her website https://cathyjolangllc.com
Thank you and God bless!
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo shares a heartfelt Testimonial from Dawn Lopez Zoldos, a Retired Buffalo Homicide Detective and Holland Town Justice.
Cathy Jo describes some minor changes that will take place regarding her Coaching Services and Offers.
Finally, she shares the Top 10 Episodes from The Unplanned Joyful Life thus far! Links to the Top 10 episodes that include interviews are listed below And, Cathy Jo encourages you to listen (or re-listen) to these most popular and enjoyable podcast episodes.
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