In this powerful episode of A Reason For Hope Podcast, host Alanis Gonzalez sits down with Catholic worship leader, songwriter, and author Sarah Kroger for an honest conversation about identity, fear, calling, humility, and worship.Sarah shares her journey from childhood bullying and insecurity to leading worship around the world — and how discovering her belovedness in Christ transformed her faith, ministry, and personal life. Drawing from Catholic spirituality, Scripture, and her own testimony, she unpacks what it means to say “yes” to God even when fear, comparison, and self-doubt are loud.In this episode, we explore:Catholic worship beyond the MassIdentity and healing through Jesus ChristDiscernment of vocation and callingFear, humility, and surrender in ministryWhat it’s really like being a Catholic worship leaderThe inspiration behind Belovedness (song, devotional & children’s book)This episode is for anyone seeking hope, clarity, and renewal in their Catholic faith.🙏 “You are my beloved.” — Mark 1:11🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic conversations on faith, worship, and identity.-Support our Sponsors-Magnifier - An exciting new magazine to awaken wonder in children ages 7–12.Scapulars.com - Divine protection in life and death with the most durable, comfortable scapulars ever made.-Support Our Mission-Donate HereBook an Event-Follow Us On Social Media-Facebook: https://facebook.com/r4hpodcastInstagram: https://instagram.com/r4hpodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/@R4HPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@r4hpodcast-Follow Sarah Kroger on Social Media-Website: https://www.sarahkroger.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skrogerX: https://x.com/skrogerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahkrogermusic/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahkrogerofficialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_skroger#CatholicPodcast #CatholicFaith #SarahKroger #CatholicWorship #Belovedness #ChristianIdentity #CatholicTestimony #AReasonForHope⏰Timecode⏰00:00 Introduction01:31 Start of Interview 07:54 Confronting the fear of stepping into our calling11:37 How do you prepare spirituality to Lead Worship?22:05 Did you ever feel pulled to make more ecumenical music?23:23 Staying humble in the spotlight 27:03 Belovedness 33:33 Biggest Misconception about Touring34:30 Sarah's Desert island prayer 35:10 How Sarah navigates humilitiy 36:17 How do you push through spiritual dryness37:45 Final remarks
