
Delay and Pray® is a weekly podcast about Spiritual Fasting especially true when it comes to losing weight permanently. Beth Bubik is the The Catholic Fasting Coach and she is an expert on the subject of Spiritual Fasting: Why to do it. How to do it. And, when to do it. It's all about delaying food for a spiritual purpose--especially sugar, flour, and alcohol. She coaches Catholics how to spiritua... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 173 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityHealth & FitnessChristianityNutrition | |||

Struggling with prayer and fasting during Lent can feel discouraging—but what if that struggle is actually part of the healing process?
In this episode of The Delay and Pray Podcast, Beth Bubik reminds listeners that the Christian life was never mea... more
Almsgiving is often the forgotten pillar of Lent, quietly sitting behind prayer and fasting while we focus on sacrifice and spiritual discipline.
Yet generosity is one of the most powerful ways we grow in holiness during this sacred season.
In this... more
What if prayer—not food—became the hinge of your day?
In this episode, we dive into why prayer is the foundation of Spiritual Fasting and the first pillar of Lent.
If you’ve ever struggled with consistency in prayer or discipline in fasting, this c... more
What if the desire to drink simply disappeared?
In this powerful and personal episode, I share the miracle that happened on New Year’s Day after four years of fasting from alcohol on Wednesdays and Fridays.
If you have ever struggled with over dri... more
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I never knew what was holding me back and creating such a daily struggle with weight loss and food choices… until now! It was that I did not have the spiritual motivation - it was all just superficial. Now that I have learned from Beth how important this aspect is, I’ve been able to loose some stubborn weight but more importantly I’m learning how to link my physical life with my spiritual life. It’s all a journey and I’m just at the beginning. Working on it so that prayers will be answered - al... more
I am so grateful for this podcast content, both practical tips and spiritual inspiration. I look forward to it every week!!
This information about alcohol is so needed in our alcohol obsessed society. Not only is drinking alcohol encouraged but people take issue with you if you don’t drink alcohol. It’s crazy! Thank you!
Each podcast is such a gift. Even if you don’t feel like you can do it and give us sugar flour and alcohol. Even if you feel you fail at fasting when you try. It’s a safe space filled with beauty and don’t stop listening. I have so much to learn!
This podcast has helped me begin spiritual fasting for my loved ones with practical steps and encouragement. Thanks, Beth!
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A faith-forward, weight-loss oriented show centered on spiritual fasting, especially through prayer, fasting from sugar/flour/alcohol, and Catholic practices. Episodes frequently blend personal testimony with practical coaching techniques, encouraging disciplined routines (prayer, sacraments, and structured fasting) to support weight management while deepening spiritual life. A standout aspect is the host's integration of Catholic coaching, scripture, and pop culture references (e.g., The Hobbit, Advent reflections) to illustrate how small, repeatable practices can catalyze lasting transformation. The format tends to mix practical tips with theological grounding, making it appealing to listeners seeking faith-based approaches to health and ... more
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