About Matthew
Struggling to remain steadfast to your values?
If you are anything like me, you probably struggle more than you'd like to admit.
Our culture does not support striving for holiness, virtue, or the abundant life that Christ promises.
Discernment
Do you have a big decision in front of you that you are unsure about? Are you trying to figure out your vocation, find the right job, or build your prayer life so you feel confident in your discernment? I will help you discern intentionally, guided by your values and goals instead of by the path of least resistance, and help you to grow in your prayer life and decision making skills so you can be confident in your discernment.
Anxiousness and Sadness
Are you weighed down by the things of this world? There is hope and change is possible. I will help you create real change so you can have the abundant life that God promises.
Relationships
Are you struggling in a relationship? Maybe it is your significant other, maybe its your parent or child. I will help you grow in healthy communication, boundaries, and habits so you can pursue relationships grounded in love and belonging.
Growth in Virtue
Are you struggling with poor habits and lack purpose and meaning? I will help you create real, lasting change so that your behavior reflects who you really are, a beloved child of God.
"Create in me a clean heart O God and renew in me a steadfast spirit"
~ Psalm 51:10
My Story
I am a Michigan native who is married with 2 children, loves to read, play sports, and enjoy a good cigar with friends! I founded Steadfast Life with a vision of bringing revival to Catholics and helping them live an integrated life, fully Catholic and fully alive.
Growing up the words steadfast and virtue were sources of shame and accusation.
I thought virtue was about being steadfast in your behavior, regardless if it was boring, meaningful, or too much to handle. This was in direct opposition to my personality and neuro type, being diagnosed with ADHD at 17. This contrast led me to believe that I was broken and incapable.
Over time, I learned that I am capable of providing for a family and living a meaningful and abundant life.
In my healing journey with Jesus Christ, I have come to know my identity in Him.
Our worth and dignity do not depend on what we can do but rather on who we are, beloved children of God.
This transformation begins a slow journey that will have its ups and downs, but will always be a source of confidence and refuge.
While at University I founded a men's faith household after other men were inspired by my way of life and asked me to lead them. Since then I have continued coaching and leading others in their life's journeys. Realizing this to be a calling at my wife's prompting, I decided to start coaching others full time.
As a result of knowing my identity I have never been more successful as I grow in my mission of coaching others to grow in virtue so they can remain steadfast to their values.
Qualifications
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Over 4 years coaching experience
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Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Ave Maria University
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Founder of a thriving Catholic household at Ave Maria University
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Experience teaching the Catholic faith as a Director of Faith Formation
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2 years relational ministry experience with NET Ministries
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1 year formation in the Catholic seminary
"I wholeheartedly recommend Matthew Jandernoa.
Having known Matthew for a number of years, I can attest that he is a man of character, of deep love for Christ and His Church, and is faithful to the Church's magisterium.
Matthew is dedicated to growing in holiness and virtue in his own life, and I know he will help those he coaches to do the same."
~ Rev. Kyle Kilpatrick, Diocese of Grand Rapids MI