Beth Bubik, CEO of the Catholic Fasting Coach Company, joins Deacon Mark Campbell to introduce a uniquely Catholic approach to health, weight loss, and spiritual transformation — one built not on macros or calorie counting, but on the ancient rhythm of the Church year.

The DeLay and Pray Method — Beth coaches Catholic women to delay sugar, flour, and alcohol to Sundays and solemnities, following a weekly eat/fast/feast cycle: eat on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays; fast on Wednesdays and Fridays; and feast on Sundays. The result is a spiritually motivated practice of moderation that trains the body and soul simultaneously.

Faith as the Foundation — Beth roots her entire approach in the sacraments — Mass, Adoration, and Confession — as the foundation of lasting change. Drawing on 1 Corinthians 6:19 ("Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit"), she challenges listeners to ask not just what they're eating, but why — and for whom. Fasting, in her framework, is always offered for others: a sick grandchild, storm victims, a spouse, a family in need.

The Book & Programs — DeLay and Pray: Permanent Weight Loss Through Spiritual Fasting is currently in use in 83 Catholic parishes. Available options include:

Book on Amazon or via delayandpray.com and catholicfasting.com
Parish book study (6–10 participants, includes priest-friendly guide) — $10
Self-paced online course — $100
10-week group coaching intensive (offered 4x/year)

Failing Forward — Beth emphasizes that struggle and failure are built into the process — just as confession is built into Catholic life. The goal isn't perfection; it's persistence in grace.

Subscribe to the DeLay and Pray podcast wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more at delayandpray.com or catholicfasting.com.

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Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Brady Grimm.

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