Susan Kelly: The Healing Power of Faith: Confession, Presence, and the Pursuit of Heaven

Encouragement Conquers All

In this episode of the Encouragement Conquers All Podcast, host Justin Fatica welcomes Susan H. Kelly, CEO of Jo-Kell, Inc. As a friend of Justin, Suzy discusses her late husband's legacy as an encouraging figure who coached girls' basketball for decades. The conversation delves into how to maintain composure in tough times through faith and prayer, and the importance of treating people with kindness regardless of disagreements.

About the guest, Susan Kelly:

Susan H. Kelly, affectionately known as Suzy, is the CEO of Jo-Kell Inc., a woman-owned small business making waves in Navy shipboard and industrial automation. Beyond her role in business, Suzy is deeply engaged in her community, serving on various boards, and is a co-founder of Catholic Passion Ministries.

In this episode, Justin and Susan Kelly discuss:

• Leadership in Business: Explore Suzy's role as the CEO of Jo-Kell Inc., delving into the company's specialization in Navy shipboard and industrial automation products, its growth, and being recognized as Northrup Grumman's Supplier of the Year.
• Passionate Faith: Delve into Suzy's co-founding of Catholic Passion Ministries, her blog addressing issues of faith and culture, and her work in promoting the Catholic faith through radio programs and commercials.
• Chesapeake Can Do: Explore Suzy's initiative, "Chesapeake Can Do," encouraging food drives to combat hunger in the local community, and the significant impact it has had, with Jo-Kell contributing over thirteen thousand pounds of food annually.
• Recognition and Awards: Discuss the numerous accolades Suzy has received, from the Athena Award to the Outstanding Entrepreneur Award, recognizing her leadership, commitment to community service, and contributions to business and public policy.

Key Takeaways:

• Listeners are given insights into confession within the Catholic faith, the challenges of modern family dynamics, and the need to reconnect with God.
• The concept of curiosity and being interested in differing beliefs is explored as necessary for seeking truth. The episode stresses the importance of encouragement and the power of praise, as well as how fulfillment in life ultimately comes from the love of the Lord.
• This installment promotes the notion that the mass is where heaven and earth meet, as Susan explains that the church is a place to experience the love of God the Father.

“Attending mass doesn't feel anything like the world… It's an out-of-body, out-of-mind, out-of-feeling experience. It's greater. It's greater than feeling.”

-Susan Kelly

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Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez

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