1:1 Catholic Mentorship

Renew in Me
a Steadfast Spirit

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What this is — and isn't

This isn't therapy.
This isn't spiritual direction.
This is mentorship.

Counseling

Focuses on processing and understanding your emotions and experiences.

Assumes Mental Illness
Spiritual Direction

Focuses on helping you discern God's will and has authority over your spiritual life.

Assumes Mental Prayer and Virtue
Mentorship

Focuses on accountability and virtue formation in your real, messy life. We help you close the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

Assumes Desire for Growth
This is for:
Catholics ages 18–30 tired of starting over every Monday
Anyone stuck in patterns and don't know where to go
People who know what they should do but can't stay consistent
Those who've tried apps, programs, and "trying harder" — and nothing stuck
This is NOT for:
People looking for a quick fix or magic solution
Those who want someone to fix their problems for them
Anyone not willing to be honest about their patterns
People who just need information (you probably need accountability)
The Four Cardinal Virtues Framework

Most people fail because
they change behaviors
without building the
underlying virtues.

CCC 1803 — Virtue is a habitual and firm disposition to do good. It allows the person not only to perform good acts, but to give the best of himself. The virtuous person tends toward the good with all his sensory and spiritual powers and pursues it and chooses it in concrete actions.

That's what we do. We help you build the four virtues that make everything else possible.

Prudentia
Prudence

Thinking wisely and then making a decision. This allows for ordered thinking and the ability to make the right decision. Prudence is often mislabeled as timidity and making the "safe" decision.

Iustitia
Justice

Acting toward God, others, and yourself with the good in mind. This allows for deep relationships and a flourishing society. This one is often constrained to rights and laws.

Fortitudo
Fortitude

Overcoming your fears in pursuit of the good. This allows for authentic discipleship because what matters most usually comes at a cost. Often misunderstood as shoving down any fear.

Temperantia
Temperance

Earnestly desiring what is good. This allows for self-governance so you are in control -- not your screen and not your impulses. This virtue is often mislabeled as mere self-denial.

Your path forward

How it works

01

Discovery Call Free · 30 min

Share your story and what you're hoping to achieve. An honest conversation about where you're stuck and whether daily mentorship is the right fit. No pressure. No obligation.

One conversation · No commitment · Nothing to lose
02

Onboarding Session 60 min · 1:1

We identify which of the Four Cardinal Virtues you're weakest in and build a personalized roadmap for your first 30 days. Then we set up your WhatsApp access for daily messaging.

Personalized · Sets up your WhatsApp access · Roadmap creation
03

Daily Voice Messaging Ongoing · WhatsApp

Voice messages, anytime — 24/7. We respond Monday through Friday with real guidance, not generic advice. This isn't "wait for your weekly appointment." You have access every single day.

Voice-based · Send anytime · We respond M–F
04

Monthly Strategy Calls 60 min · Monthly

Every 4 weeks, we meet live to review what worked, what didn't, and what we're going after next.

Video call · Deep reflection · Course correction
Why it works

Traditional coaching happens in
hour-long sessions, weeks apart.
But life doesn't wait.

Voice creates intimacy

Your mentor hears not just your words, but your energy, your hesitations, your breakthroughs. Something text can never fully capture.

Daily builds momentum

You don't wait weeks between sessions. You have a trusted mentor in your corner every single day — not just when motivation is high. Consistency is where transformation lives.

Accountability prevents self-deception

When you're accountable to yourself, you lie. When you're accountable to someone who knows your patterns, you can't hide. That's why this works.

From the people we walk with daily.

Don't take
our word for it.

"I'd been struggling with pornography for 8 years. I'm now 6 months clean. Not because of willpower, but because we built the underlying virtue of Temperance — self-control became a practice, not a battle."
— Anonymous, 27
"I tried Exodus 90 twice and quit both times. This was the first program where I actually finished — and kept going after."
— Jake, 24
"Matt has a unique gift for gently steering conversations back to God, providing a source of solace and strength. Under his guidance, I found a closeness to Christ I had never experienced before."
— Sarah, 1:1 Mentorship Client
"Matt is considerate and treats clients more like friends than customers. I felt seen. He related to me in my struggles and showed me a better path."
— Michael, 1:1 Mentorship Client
"Through coaching with Matthew, I am able to make decisions with much more ease and confidence. There was always fruit that came from putting his advice into practice."
— John, 1:1 Mentorship Client
"I was looking for guidance on how to continue to live out my faith — we had many breakthroughs and uncovered things I didn't know I had buried deep."
— Anonymous, 1:1 Mentorship Client
Your mentors

Real people walking
with you.

Not a platform. Not an algorithm. Not a pre-recorded course. A real person who actually knows you.

Matthew Jandernoa
Matthew Jandernoa
Lead Mentor · Founder · Husband · Father of 4

Matthew started Steadfast Life because he kept having the same conversation with good Catholic men and women: "I know what I should do. I just can't seem to do it."

For 8+ years, he's walked hundreds of people through pornography addiction, career paralysis, marriage tension, spiritual dryness, and the gap between knowing and doing. This isn't theory for him. It's what he does every single day.

Areas of focus
Virtue & Habit Formation Men's Formation Catholic Identity Faith & Daily Life
"We're not here to tell you what to do — we're here to walk with you and help you hear the Father's voice in your life."
Psychology · Theology · Virtue Ethics NET Ministries Communion of Catholic Coaches
Louisa
Louisa Hall
Mentor

Louisa brings lived experience, honest exploration, and a collaborative spirit to every session. She creates space to gather life's fragments and embark on the adventure of living wholeheartedly.

She's not interested in helping you perform better. She's interested in helping you become who you actually are.

Areas of focus
Relationships & Communication Body Image & Self-Worth Processing Distress Women's Formation
"The path to peace isn't avoiding struggle — it's learning to walk through it with grace."
Psychology Pastoral Care Spiritual Formation
Austin Doty
Austin Doty
Mentor · Co-Founder · Husband · Father

Austin specializes in helping young men integrate their faith into, well… their own ridiculousness. Over 7+ years and thousands of hours on the phone, he's learned that most people aren't trying to escape their lives. They just need someone to help them actually live in it fully.

After thousands of hours of conversations, he's convinced of one thing: the gap between who you are and who you're called to be closes faster when someone who knows you refuses to let you off the hook.

Areas of focus
Men's Formation Relationships & Dating Virtue in Daily Life Honest Accountability
"The work isn't complicated. It's just hard. That's why you don't do it alone."
NET Ministries Communion of Catholic Coaches Pastoral Ministry
Simple, transparent pricing

Most people spend more on
subscriptions they never use.

This is the one that actually changes something.

Ongoing Mentorship Program
$227 / week
Billed every 4 weeks ($908 per cycle)
✓ 24/7 voice messaging via WhatsApp — we respond M–F
✓ Monthly 60-minute strategy calls
✓ 1:1 personalized onboarding session
✓ Cardinal Virtues roadmap tailored to you
✓ Access to recorded vault of solutions
✓ Message recordings for your own reflection
✓ Emergency access — we're here when it matters
14-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Try it risk-free. If it's not working in the first 2 weeks, we'll refund your first payment. No questions asked.

No Long-Term Contracts

Billed every 4 weeks. Cancel anytime before your next cycle. No commitments beyond the current month.

Flexible Payment Options

If cost is the only thing holding you back, let's talk. We offer payment plans and limited scholarship spots.

Ready to begin?
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Free · 30 minutes · No obligation

Still not sure? Start with our free 5-Day Cardinal Virtues Crash Course — learn the framework we use in mentorship, no commitment required.

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Common questions

Before you reach out.

What does "send anytime" mean?
You have 24/7 access to send voice messages via WhatsApp — morning, afternoon, night, weekends, whenever inspiration, challenge, or reflection strikes. We respond Monday through Friday with thoughtful, high-quality guidance. Weekend messages are welcomed and we'll respond Monday morning.
How does billing work?
You pay $908 every 4 weeks via automatic recurring charge. One cycle at a time. You can choose to renew or cancel before your next billing date. No long-term contracts required.
Is there a minimum commitment?
No. You can cancel anytime before your next 4-week cycle. However, we recommend committing to at least 8–12 weeks to see real transformation. Virtue isn't built in a week. The 14-day money-back guarantee means you can try it risk-free.
What if I can't afford $227/week?
We get it — that's a real investment. Most people spend $200+/month on subscriptions they don't use. This is daily accountability with a real person invested in your growth. If cost is genuinely the barrier, we offer payment plans and limited scholarship spots. Mention this on your discovery call.
How is this different from therapy?
Therapy helps you process past trauma, understand your emotions, and heal psychological wounds. It's clinical and diagnostic. This is mentorship — daily accountability for building virtue in your present life. We're not treating mental health conditions. We're helping you become consistent in the things you already know you should do. If you need therapy first, we'll tell you.
How is this different from spiritual direction?
Spiritual direction focuses on your relationship with God, discernment of His will, and movements of the Holy Spirit. This is mentorship — focused on virtue formation, habit building, and integration of faith into daily life. They complement each other. Many of our clients have both a spiritual director and a mentor.
What if I fall behind on messages?
Life happens. If you go silent for a few days, we'll check in. If you need a break, just let us know. This isn't school where you fail if you miss an assignment. The goal is progress, not perfection.
Can I switch mentors?
Yes. If the fit isn't right after a few weeks, we can match you with a different mentor. We want this to work for you.
Ready to begin?

The gap doesn't close
by itself.

We'll talk about where you're stuck, what you've tried, and whether daily mentorship is the right fit. No pressure. No obligation. Just an honest conversation.

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