Catholic Women Now: Recent Episodes
Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder
In the an easy going conversational style, hosts Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder speak to what is on the hearts and minds of women as if sharing coffee with friends in a coffee shop. We cover all things in light of the Catholic faith: femininity, faith, family, marriage, dirty diapers, teenagers, empty nesting. Grab your cuppa coffee and join us!
Meet Jeannine Peters
Jeannine Peters is a certified spiritual director with an MA in Religion and Religious Education from Providence College and an MA in Theology from The Catholic University of America. She is certified in Theology of the Body through the Theology of the Body Institute, trained in Unbound Healing Prayer through Heart of the Father Ministries, and holds a certificate in Spiritual Direction from Divine Mercy University. Jeannine lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and their two daughters.
A Story Shaped by "The Hound of Heaven"
Jeannine opens up about how Francis Thompson's classic poem "The Hound of Heaven" became the lens through which she understands her own faith journey — a soul running from God, only to be relentlessly, patiently pursued by Him until she finally surrendered.
Growing Up in Chaos, Finding God in Lourdes
Jeannine shares candidly about growing up in an alcoholic, emotionally abusive household, and how a spontaneous, unplanned visit to Lourdes, France set the stage for one of the most significant turning points in her life — an unplanned pregnancy in her mid-to-late twenties that ultimately drew her back to God.
Healing Through Theology of the Body and ACA
Jeannine describes how studying Theology of the Body helped her understand her worth and dignity intellectually, while Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) gave her the practical tools to actually live out that healing — teaching her how to be authentically herself with God, her husband, and her children.
A Miraculous Reunion
Thirty-one years after placing her birth daughter for adoption, Jeannine shares the incredible story of how her daughter reached out, and how God orchestrated an unplanned meeting in the same state at the same time — allowing Jeannine to hold her daughter for the first time since birth, on her daughter's birthday.
Her Message of Hope
Jeannine closes with an encouraging word for anyone struggling to trust God: He is faithful, He never gives up on us, and He meets us exactly where we are, even in our smallest steps of surrender.
Learn more about Jeannine and her ministry at jeanninepeters.com
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- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe
- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada
- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos
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- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Daily Mass from St. Francis of Assisi
- The Daily Mass from St. Pius X
- The Daily Mass from St. Theresa
- Sunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint John
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In this inspiring conversation, Cindy discusses:
- Growing up in a traditional Jewish family
- The challenges of exploring Christianity
- How God revealed Jesus as the promised Messiah
- Baptism in the Holy Spirit and entering the Catholic Church
- Family struggles, reconciliation, and God's providence
- Her passion for defending life and serving the Church
Whether you're a lifelong Catholic, a convert, or simply curious about the Jewish roots of Christianity, Cindy's testimony is a powerful reminder that God faithfully pursues every heart.
Learn more about Cindy's story in her book,From Kosher to Catholic.
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- Man Up! with Joe Stopulos
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe
- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada
- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos
Liturgy & Devotions
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Daily Mass from St. Francis of Assisi
- The Daily Mass from St. Pius X
- The Daily Mass from St. Theresa
- Sunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint John
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Meet Sam Halligan
Sam Halligan is the city director of Forge in Des Moines, Iowa. A Des Moines native (Saint Pius X and Dowling Catholic) who spent a decade serving with the young-adult mission Damascus, Sam and his wife, Whitney, recently moved back home with their kids. He shares the John 2:5 verse — "Do whatever he tells you" — that has anchored his marriage and their mission-driven family.
What Is Forge?
Forge is an on-the-ground movement of small groups dedicated to strengthening families by focusing on men. Sam breaks down Forge's guiding acronym, TAU (Thriving, Apostolic, Orthodox), and explains why reaching the heart of fathers changes the spiritual trajectory of an entire household. Since launching in late 2023, Forge has grown to 55 small groups across the Des Moines area — open to men of any faith background.
Redefining Authentic Masculinity
Julie and Chris dig into words like authority, dominance, and patriarch — terms the culture often paints as toxic. Sam makes the case for redeeming them, tracing masculinity back to Genesis, where Adam is called to till, keep, and protect the garden. He argues true masculine strength looks like Christ's: powerful, but exercised in humility and service.
How Wives Can Support Their Husbands' Leadership
Drawing on Edward Sri's book Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love, Sam and the hosts talk about the mutual responsibility spouses have to help each other flourish. Sam encourages women to offer affirmation rather than critique as husbands grow in their faith leadership, and Julie and Chris share personal stories of learning to trust their husbands' God-given roles.
Upcoming Forge Events
- Forge Hog Roast — Friday, July 31, 2026, at Wills Family Orchard in Adel, Iowa. A couples' night with a spit-roasted hog, cigars, drinks, a bonfire, and live music.
- Heart of the Mission Retreat — October 15, 2026, a three-night retreat at Creighton University Retreat Center in Griswold, Iowa, limited to 65 men, featuring extended confession, adoration, and daily Mass.
- Forge Men's Conference — February 27, 2027, drawing roughly 1,500 men to Des Moines.
Learn more and register at Forge Events
Catholic Women Now airs on IowaCatholicRadio.com and wherever you listen to podcasts.
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- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe
- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada
- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos
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- The Daily Mass from St. Francis of Assisi
- The Daily Mass from St. Pius X
- The Daily Mass from St. Theresa
- Sunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint John
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This week on Catholic Women Now, hosts Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder open with a reflection on the Encounter Conference, a Catholic ministry event in Brighton, Michigan focused on healing, prophetic prayer, and encountering the Holy Spirit. Both hosts share personal healing testimonies from the conference before welcoming their guest.
Meet Jane White
Jane White is a wife, mother of four, grandmother of ten, and co-founder of Millions of Monicas alongside Jane VanHouten and Joan Bellamy. Jane is also an artist who teaches fluid art on her YouTube channel, Jane White Fluid Art.
The Origin of Millions of Monicas
Jane shares how the ministry began during a Zoom call in the early days of COVID-19, when she and Jane VanHouten decided to pray for each other's children instead of their own. That shift in focus led to a shared sense of calling, and the two women — later joined by Joan Bellamy — founded Millions of Monicas.
Who Was St. Monica?
Jane explains the story of St. Monica, mother of St. Augustine, whose persistent prayer for her son's conversion became the inspiration for the ministry's name and mission.
How the Ministry Works
Millions of Monicas hosts one-hour, parish-based prayer gatherings for mothers, always closing with the Rosary. It is not a support group — there's no discussion of children's struggles, just focused, surrendered prayer for each mother's intention. The ministry is free to join and requires a pastor's permission to begin in a parish.
Growth and Impact
What started with 130 mothers at the very first gathering has grown to roughly 200 active communities, with 25 more forming, and the ministry has expanded internationally to Costa Rica, Australia, Canada, and Mexico.
A Personal Testimony
Jane shares her own story of surrendering her worry for her son, who returned to the practice of his Catholic faith last October — and how the mothers themselves are transformed just as much as their children.
Getting Involved
Mothers, grandmothers, and spiritual mothers interested in starting a Millions of Monicas group at their parish can find more information at MillionsofMonicas.com.
Learn more about the show at IowaCatholicRadio.com.
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- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos
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After nearly two decades as a certified yoga instructor — including as an Ashtanga teacher — Linda Carl had a conversion moment that changed everything. When she opened Scripture to 1 Corinthians 10, the call was clear: leave yoga entirely. What followed was years of untangling herself from a spiritual web she hadn't fully recognized while she was in it.
What Linda Covers in This Episode:
- Why yoga's physical benefits are the entry point — and why that's precisely how its spiritual dangers go unnoticed
- The Hindu philosophical foundations of popular yoga styles, including Ashtanga, and what even certified teachers are never told
- Her personal encounter with the demonic during a Reiki session — in a gym
- Why the "I just pray to Jesus during yoga" objection doesn't hold up spiritually
- The Church's position on Reiki and why the USCCB has warned against it
Catholic Alternatives to Yoga:
- Pietra Fitness (Pietro = "the rock") — stretching combined with Catholic prayer; offered locally in Des Moines at Fitness by Design
- SoulCore — movement rooted in the Rosary and Catholic devotion
- Pilates and other non-spiritually-rooted exercise options
- Prays Moves — a Christian stretching/flow alternative
How to Heal After Yoga:
Linda emphasizes the treasure of the sacraments — frequent Confession (one major exorcist has said one confession equals one hundred exorcisms) and daily reception of the Eucharist. She also recommends prayers of deliverance after Confession, the Rosary, and intercession through saints including St. Benedict, St. Padre Pio, and St. Joseph, Terror of Demons.
Find Linda Carl's book Yoga Unveiled:
Available at Barnes & Noble, Sophia Institute Press, Divine Treasures in Des Moines, and other online retailers.
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A Cradle Catholic's Long Road Home
Tim Francis grew up in New Carlisle, Ohio, in a faithful Catholic household — but by the time he reached college at Ohio State, the faith took a back seat to partying and eventually substance abuse. His journey into addiction in his early twenties set him on a dark path that would last years.
The Mom Who Kept Praying
While Tim was drifting, his mother Patricia Ann was praying — rosaries, Mass, Holy Hours, prayer journals, and letter campaigns. She was sending Tim cassette tapes of Scott Hahn's conversion story as early as 1988, even when he wasn't remotely interested. She never pushed, never gave up, and never stopped interceding.
A Slow, Surprising Return
Tim's path back to the Church wound through a megachurch Bible study, debates with Catholic apologists Tim Staples and Father Mitch Pacwa held in his own living room, and a stunning Fox documentary on a woman with the stigmata — a tape his mother sent him. Each thread, years apart, was quietly part of the same answer to the same prayers.
The Book — and What Came From It
Tim is the author of From the Crack House to God's House: The Power of a Mother's Prayer, a raw and honest account of his journey that he says will make you "hate me and love my mom." He also has a new book in the works: The Men Who Knew the Apostles, expected out within the month.
A Message for Moms with Kids Away from the Church
Tim's direct word to Catholic moms: don't stop praying. Use every tool available — including the stigmata documentary his mother sent him, available on his website — and ask the Holy Spirit to go before your children as they watch it.
Learn more and find the stigmata video at ScienceTestFaith.com
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Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder welcome Josh Wood, Executive Director of Them Before Us, a nonprofit giving children a voice in cultural and legislative conversations that too often prioritize adult desires over kids' needs.
- What is Them Before Us? Founded in response to the 2012–2015 cultural shift around same-sex marriage, Them Before Us uses social science research to make the case that children consistently flourish best with their married, biological mother and father — and that every departure from that, whether through divorce, surrogacy, or same-sex households, carries real costs for kids that culture has been too quick to dismiss.
- Surrogacy vs. Adoption & the viral "Mama" video: Josh draws a sharp distinction between adoption, which tries to heal a child's loss, and surrogacy, which deliberately inflicts it. The conversation also unpacks a viral video of a baby raised by a same-sex couple instinctively crying out "Mama" — and what it reveals about children's biological and emotional needs.
- How you can help: Follow and share @ThemBeforeUs on social media, read the blog at thembeforus.substack.com, support their work financially, engage your legislators, and start close to home — model a strong, sacrificial marriage for the children already in your life.
Learn more at thembeforeus.com
Episode ContributorsJulie Nelson, Chris Magruder, Josh Wood
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- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe
- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada
- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos
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Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder sit down with Stephanie Parks — Director of Campus Ministry at Dowling Catholic High School in Des Moines and co-author of Michelle Duppong: Hope in the Depths of Suffering (written with Patti Armstrong) — to tell the story of a modern woman whose life and death are captivating the Church.
Who Was Michelle Duppong? Born in 1984 and raised on a North Dakota farm, Michelle was a faithful Catholic who experienced a powerful conversion through FOCUS and Eagle Eye Ministries summer camp. After graduating from North Dakota State University in Fargo, she served six years as a FOCUS missionary — opening campuses and discipling students — before joining the Diocese of Bismarck for adult faith formation. In late 2014, she was diagnosed with stage four cancer and given two months to live. She lived a full year more, transforming everyone around her — hospital staff, nurses, cafeteria workers — through her contagious joy. She died on Christmas Day, 2015, surrounded by her family. Her cause for canonization was officially opened in 2022, and she now holds the title Servant of God.
The Book Stephanie co-authored Michelle Duppong: Hope in the Depths of Suffering with Patti Armstrong, whose connection to Michelle's family in Bismarck perfectly complemented Stephanie's perspective from inside FOCUS. The book covers Michelle's life, her heroic suffering, and the signs of hope her family experienced after her death — including a beautiful account from her sister Lisa.
How to Support Michelle's Cause Prayer cards are available. If you experience a grace through Michelle's intercession, report it to the Guild overseeing her cause.
Also in This Episode — Sacred Heart of Jesus, June 2026
- June 11th: The USCCB will consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence — a first in American history.
- Enthronement resources: WelcomeHisHeart.com
- Film: Sacred Heart: His Reign Has No End — screening in Des Moines, Waukee, and Waterloo on June 9, 11, and 12.
- For family consecration guidance, revisit the Catholic Women Now episode with Emily Jaminet from January.
Episode ContributorsJulie Nelson, Chris Magruder, Stephanie Parks
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- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos
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How does the Old Testament point directly to Jesus Christ?
This week on Catholic Women Now, Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder welcome renowned Catholic speaker and teacher Barbara Heil for a fascinating discussion on “types and shadows” in Sacred Scripture.
Barbara explains how the people, symbols, events, and imagery of the Old Testament foreshadow the realities fulfilled in Christ and the Catholic faith. From the Passover lamb and Jonah to the tabernacle, Ark of the Covenant, and the Israelites’ journey out of Egypt, listeners will discover how the Bible tells one unified story of salvation.
In this episode:
- What “types and shadows” mean in Scripture
- How the Old Testament prepares us for Christ
- Biblical connections to baptism, the Eucharist, and the Mass
- The spiritual meaning behind the tabernacle and sacred objects
- Why understanding Scripture strengthens Catholic faith
- How revelation leads to transformation
Barbara Heil brings Scripture alive in a way that helps Catholics encounter the heart of God through His Word.
Learn more about Barbara Heil and her ministry at:
https://www.fromhisheart.com/
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How can getting dressed become an act of prayer?
This week on Catholic Women Now, Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder welcome Mary D. Harper, theologian, speaker, and author of The Liturgical Style Guide. Mary shares how fashion, beauty, color, textiles, and even accessories can reflect the liturgical seasons and draw us deeper into our Catholic faith.
From Pentecost pinks and Sacred Heart reds to saint-inspired style and the theology of fabrics, this conversation explores how beauty evangelizes and how women can dress intentionally while embracing their unique vocation and personal style.
Topics include:
- The meaning behind liturgical colors and fabrics
- Fashion inspired by the saints and Scripture
- Pentecost symbolism and the “Pentecostal rose”
- Dressing modestly without losing individuality
- The spiritual beauty of clothing and creativity
- Ethical fashion and secondhand shopping
- How beauty can elevate the soul toward God
Learn more about Mary Harper at:
https://www.liturgicalstyle.com/
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- Why praise is deeply Catholic
- The Mass as a “sacrifice of praise”
- Catechism 2649 and the meaning of praise prayer
- How praise renews the mind and calms anxiety
- Scripture reflections on praise, including Acts 16
- Personal testimonies of God working through praise
- Simple ways to begin praising God daily
- The connection between praise, peace, and spiritual renewal
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- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada
- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos
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What does it mean to truly listen—not just hear, but encounter another person with the heart of Christ?
In this episode of Catholic Women Now, hosts Julie Nelson and Chris McGruder explore the powerful concept of sacred listening. Drawing from spiritual direction, Scripture, and everyday life, Julie shares how listening is not just a skill—but a grace that invites healing, dignity, and deeper relationships.
You’ll learn the difference between hearing and listening, how Jesus modeled attentive and compassionate listening, and practical ways to become a more present, empathetic listener in your family, friendships, and daily encounters.
Whether you're navigating conversations with loved ones or seeking to grow in your faith, this episode offers simple yet profound wisdom to help you listen with love—and create space for God to move.
- Opening prayer and reflections on truth, beauty, and goodness
- Introduction to sacred listening and its importance
- Difference between hearing vs. listening
- Insights from Julie’s experience as a spiritual director
- Scriptural examples of how Jesus listens (e.g., Martha and Mary)
- Practical tools for better listening:
- Affirmation and presence
- Nonverbal communication
- Embracing silence
- Avoiding “fixing” or redirecting
- Discussion on empathy vs. sympathy
- Navigating difficult conversations and “victim mindset”
- Real-life examples of healing through listening
- Applying sacred listening in marriage, family, and friendships
- Closing prayer and encouragement
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On this episode of Catholic Women Now, hosts Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder sit down with Chantel Howard to explore the beauty, dignity, and formation of young women through her initiative, the Catholic Finishing School.
Inspired by a desire to restore authentic femininity in a culture often confused about identity, Chantel shares how her program equips girls ages 14–19 with confidence, virtue, and practical life skills rooted in Catholic teaching. From etiquette and communication to deeper formation through Theology of the Body, Scripture, and the lives of the saints, this program offers a holistic approach to becoming the woman God created them to be.
The conversation also touches on the importance of beauty in daily life, the role of mothers and mentors, and how families can foster meaningful conversations about identity, worth, and purpose. Chantel also shares exciting opportunities, including a pilgrimage experience for mothers and daughters.
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On this episode of Catholic Women Now, Chris Magruder and guest co-host Leslie Teeling welcome back Deborah Colloton for a deeper discussion on infertility, IVF, and the growing movement toward restorative reproductive medicine.
Building on last week’s conversation, Deborah explains how restorative reproductive care works by identifying and treating the root causes of infertility for both men and women. The conversation contrasts this approach with IVF, examining not only the physical and emotional toll, but also the ethical implications surrounding embryo loss, surrogacy, and the commodification of human life.
The hosts also explore how cultural acceptance of IVF has led to complex and often troubling scenarios—from legal conflicts in surrogacy arrangements to the rise of “designer embryos” and a largely unregulated fertility industry. Grounded in Catholic teaching, including insights connected to Humanae Vitae, this episode challenges listeners to think critically while offering hope through faithful, science-based solutions.
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On this episode of Catholic Women Now, Chris Magruder and substitute co-host Leslie Teeling sit down with Deborah Colloton to tackle a sensitive but important topic: infertility and reproductive technologies.
Deborah shares her personal journey through infertility and how it led her to discover restorative reproductive medicine—a science-based, ethical approach that seeks to identify and treat the root causes of infertility rather than bypass them. The discussion dives into the differences between restorative reproductive care and IVF, including medical outcomes, costs, and moral considerations from a Catholic perspective.
The conversation also addresses surrogacy, the reality of embryo loss, and the dignity of human life, while offering hope to couples through emerging medical advancements. This episode provides both clarity and compassion for those navigating fertility challenges.
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On this episode of Catholic Women Now, Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder are joined by Catholic nutritionist, women’s health advocate, and author Florencia Moynihan, whose new book Made Good: Overcoming the Lies That Keep Women at War with Their Bodies was released January 20.
Florencia shares her personal journey through disordered eating, chronic pain, and healing through faith-filled holistic care. The conversation tackles common lies women believe—such as misunderstanding redemptive suffering, separating body and soul, and confusing self-sacrifice with self-neglect.
Florencia also introduces her practical FUEL Method for approaching health with freedom and peace: Flexible, Universal, Energizing, and Lovely.
Learn more about Florencia’s work and book here:
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https://thecatholicnutritionist.com
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Catholic nutritionist, nutritional therapy practitioner, FEM instructor, women’s health advocate, host of the Made Good Podcast, and author of Made Good: Overcoming the Lies That Keep Women at War with Their Bodies.
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On this episode of Catholic Women Now, Julie Nelson and Chris McGruder dive into the beautiful and often-misunderstood tradition of the Twelve Days of Christmas—the joyful season that begins on Christmas Day and continues through the Feast of the Epiphany.
The hosts reflect on faith lived out in everyday life, including encouragement, goodness, and visible Christian witness, before walking listeners through each of the twelve days. They explain the biblical and catechetical symbolism behind the classic Christmas song, rooted in Catholic teaching during times of persecution, and connect each day to Church feast days, saints, and key elements of the faith.
Drawing from family traditions shared by Sue Smith, they offer creative and practical ways to celebrate each day—whether with young children, teens, or adult families—through food, prayer, service, music, and fun. This episode is a perfect reminder that Christmas is not just one day, but a season meant to be savored, celebrated, and passed on.
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Chris McGruder
The Catholic origins of the Twelve Days of Christmas
Biblical and catechetical symbolism behind each day
Feast days and saints within the Christmas Octave
Practical family traditions for celebrating Christmas well
Encouragement, goodness, and living faith publicly
Slowing down to receive Christ during the Christmas season
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Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our StationsLINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on ourwebsite.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:- Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio- Man Up! with Joe Stopulos- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & Devotions- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Daily Mass from St. Francis of Assisi- The Daily Mass from St. Pius X- The Daily Mass from St. Theresa- Sunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to ChristHosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our StationsLINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on ourwebsite.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:- Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio- Man Up! with Joe Stopulos- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & Devotions- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Daily Mass from St. Francis of Assisi- The Daily Mass from St. Pius X- The Daily Mass from St. Theresa- Sunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to ChristHosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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Guest: Jon Leonetti — Catholic speaker, author, and host of Your Catholic Life.
Topic: Discovering holiness through the lives of St. Padre Pio and St. Francis of Assisi.
Themes: Faith in action, simplicity of life, and the modern relevance of the saints.
Takeaway: We are all called to holiness — and the saints show us how to live that call with joy and courage.
For more about John’s work and speaking ministry, visit jonleonetti.com
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- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe
- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada
- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos
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Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our StationsLINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on ourwebsite.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:- Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio- Man Up! with Joe Stopulos- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & Devotions- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Daily Mass from St. Francis of Assisi- The Daily Mass from St. Pius X- The Daily Mass from St. Theresa- Sunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to ChristHosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our StationsLINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on ourwebsite.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:- Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio- Man Up! with Joe Stopulos- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe- Be Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián Moncada- Making it Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle- The Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & Devotions- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Daily Mass from St. Francis of Assisi- The Daily Mass from St. Pius X- The Daily Mass from St. Theresa- Sunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to ChristHosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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In this episode, we’re joined by the author of Journey into His Heart, who shares the inspiring story behind the book. With honesty and humility, she recounts how the Holy Spirit gently guided her, step by step, into the Catholic Church. From unexpected encounters to deep moments of prayer, her journey is a beautiful reminder of how God speaks to us personally and persistently. Whether you're exploring the faith or looking to be encouraged in your own walk, this conversation offers both insight and hope.
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- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus
- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Annie Doyle – Finding the Beauty of Prayer in the Chaos of Raising Eight Children
What does prayer look like when you're parenting eight kids ranging from toddlers to young adults? In this episode, Annie Doyle shares how her journey as a mother—navigating everything from diapers to college applications—has shaped and deepened her prayer life. Through the noise, mess, and everyday demands, Annie has discovered unexpected moments of grace and connection with God. Her story is honest, relatable, and full of encouragement for anyone trying to find a spiritual rhythm in the middle of real life.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus
- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Scott shares his journey from Methodist to all in Catholic. He shares a powerful moment that happened during Mass.
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- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Prayer Series
In this episode, Scott shares his personal faith journey—from growing up Methodist to fully embracing the Catholic faith. He reflects on the questions, struggles, and moments of clarity that led him deeper into the Church. One of the most powerful parts of the episode is when Scott describes a profound experience he had during Mass—an unexpected moment that brought everything together and affirmed his path. It's a heartfelt and honest conversation about prayer, conversion, and the quiet ways God moves in our lives.
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- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus
- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Director of Dowling Campus Ministry
Continuing the Summer Prayer Series- Stephanie shares her prayer journey
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- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Fr. Chris Reising Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Christen Cota Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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Kim Lehman Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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Sadie shared her conversion story from Muslim to Catholicism last April on the show. Today Sadie joins us to talk about Part 2 of how Mother Mary guided Sadie and her husband, Tyler, through the healing of their marriage. Inspired by their journey, Tyler and Sadie have begun The Great Catholic Book Club, a monthly online book club. With online discussion, good literature and art are enjoyed through the lens of the Catholic faith.
www.greatcatholicbookclub.com
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- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Teresa Yanaros shares her story of being deeply involved in New Age/Occult and her radical deliverance. Teresa now walks with others leaving the occult and New Age to understand the truth of who Jesus is. Her blog is www.spiritsanctified.com and her new book is Freedom from Deception available at Sophia Institute. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Teresa Yanaros shares her story of being deeply involved in New Age/Occult and her radical deliverance. Teresa now walks with others leaving the occult and New Age to understand the truth of who Jesus is. Her blog is www.spiritsanctified.com and her new book is Freedom from Deception available at Sophia Institute. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
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- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:
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- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus
- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner- The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Guest: Teresa Kenney
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Guest: Kelly Breaux
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Julie Nelson and Chris MagruderIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Guest: Nikki Schaefer
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:
- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus
- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll
- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
- The Catholic Morning Show
- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Julie and Chris talk all things angels - Archangels and Guardian angels. They are our heavenly helpers who we can call upon in our daily livesIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Today we discuss, how St. Mother Theresa of Calcutta lived a life of light despite the dark night of the soul.Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Julie Nelson and Chris MagruderIowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:- Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus- Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson- Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll- Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen- Man Up! with Joe Stopulus- The Catholic Morning Show- The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr- Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle
Guest: Rhina Conna Teske
Topic: St. Oscar Romeo
St. Oscar Romeo was a family friend. Rina shares about St. Oscar Romero's life and His witness and the legacy that continues today.
Guest: Jordan Feliz - Vocal Artist headliner at the nightfireconcerts.org concert this weekend June 24.
Guest host: Leslie Teeling
Guest: Keenan Fitzpatrick
Title: Keenan’s Testimony-the Veil Removed at Mass
Guests: Graeson Dall and Abbi Merschman with Holy Desires
Topic: What Parents Need to Know about Porn
Guest host: Jenny Nielsen
Show Guests: Graeson Dall and Tim Jameson from Prairie Fire Ministries
Guest: Dr. Matthew Brueninger, Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of Teaching Excellence at Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio
Guest: Ty Flood, co-chair of new apostolate "Holy Desires"
Topic: Holy Desires is a ministry dedicated to exposing the evil of pornography and stirring Catholics into a healing relationship with Christ.
Guest: Barbara Heil
Topic: What is happening at Asbury college and do Catholics have revival
Guest: Kelly Mantoan, author of the book Better Than Okay - Finding Joy as a Special Needs Parent
Show guests: Julie and Chris' husbands
Topic: How to marriage - sharing our wisdom for St. Valentine's week
Debbie Cowden, co-author of The Prayer Book for Tired Parents: Practical Ways to Grow in Love of God and Get Your Family to Heaven.
Guest: Laraine Bennett, author
Topic: "The Little Way of Living with Less: Learning to let go with the LIttle Flower.
Do your possessions "spark joy" Laraine provides purpose through the example of St. Therese to detach from things that prevents us from living the present moment and keeps us from setting our eyes upon God.
Guest: Dr. Michael Foley
Topic: Drinking with the Saints: The Sinners' guide to a Holy Happy Hour
Guest: Kristin Van Uden, publicist with Sophia Institute
Topic: Advent books for families, adults and children
Guest: Stephen Auth
Topic: The Missionary of Wall Street: From Managing Money to Saving Souls on the Streets of New York
Guest: Patrick O'Hearn
Topic: His latest book: Parents of the Saints: The Hidden Heroes Behind Our favorite Saints.
Guests: Maggie Dewitte, Exec. Director of Pulse Life Advocates (formerly Iowans for Life) and Tom Quiner- Board President- Pulse Life Advocates
Topic: What is new since Roe vs Wade sent back to the states. Upcoming Gala
Guests: Lauren Grace and Heidi Grace
Topic: The Joy of Children and Adults with Different Abilities
Guest: Liz Kelly Speaker for the upcoming WINE event: The Roaring Twenties: Lessons from Leading Ladies
Guest: Tara Richards is a Trained Gift Interviewer with Sienna Institute of the Called and Gifted Program.
Topic: Visiting about charims and how we can discover our own and give to others through our God given gifting.
Guest: Steve Angrisano - Music missionary, composer, speaker and band leader for the upcoming Christ Our Life conference
Guest: Dani Lin
Topic: Inspire Our Schools - A volunteer led initiative to gather and pray over our schools
Guest: Sr. Alicia Torres, member of the Franciscans of the Eucharist of Chicago
Topic: USCCB's National Eucharistic Revival
Guest: Vinita Hampton Wright
Topic: Her latest book Set the World on fire: A 4-week Personal Retreat with the Female Doctors of the Church
Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder chat with Barbara Heil about the World Eucharistic Congress.
Julie and Chris discuss healing and deliverance with Tim Jameson, guest speaker at the upcoming Iowa Catholic Radio Women's Conference.
Julie and Chris talk to Julie Konkol about the Memorial Mass for the Unborn at the Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Divine Mercy Grotto, Saint Anthony Catholic Church.
Julie and Chris talk with Margo Carson and Susie Flood about their sons Fr Max Carson and Fr Reed Flood, about raising sons with priestly vocations.
Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder talk with Jeanne Wells about her healing and weight loss journey, including the spiritual and emotional part of the journey.
Guest: Author of Catholic Guide to Miracles, Adam Blai, a layman, is a peritus (Church-decreed expert) in religious demonology and exorcism for the Diocese of Pittsburgh
Julie and Chris discuss the book "Praying with Jesus and Faustina during Lent and Times of Suffering" with author Susan Tassone.
Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder talk Damascus Catholic Youth Camp with Dominic Rivera and Monica Loesel.
Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder discuss the book "A Family Guide to Spiritual Warfare" with author Kathleen Beckman.
Guest: Kimberly Cook Author of Motherhood Redeemed
Topic. How radical feminism betrayed maternal love
In her late teens, Kimberly turned to feminism which opened a whole new world that led her down a twisted path that eventually steer her to join an all-girls punk rock band. What brought her back the Catholic roots of her childhood? Why did she struggle with embracing motherhood after understanding motherhood to be a good and worthy vocation?
This weeks guests: Their Husbands, Joel Magruder and Lynn Nelson. Between Julie and Chris, they have 69 years of marriage. Hear them share their stories and experiences they have learned along the way.
Julie and Chris wrap up the 12 Days of Christmas for priests with Annie Doyle, then have a conversation about loving your husband, loving yourself, and some fun Catholic Valentine Card ideas
Julie and Chris chat with Dr. Dan and Bethany Meola, Founders of Life Giving Wounds Ministry, about how Life-Giving Wounds offers healing for adult children of divorce or separation.
Guest: Gina Witt, Gina currently serves at the St. Michael Center for Spiritual Renewal as Administrative and Lay Team Coordinator for the deliverance and exorcism ministry. www.catholicexoricsim.org
Julie and Chris talk to Christine Kirkman, she lives in Des Moines, Wife to Deacon Pat Kirkman, mother, grandmother, and active member at Christ the King Catholic Church. Christine shares her family journey with a child afflicted with addiction which is recounted in her unpublished excerpt entitled, "I'm Not a Junkie - My Name is Michael and this is my Story"
Julie and Chris talk to Annie Doyle about the 12 Days of Christmas giving project for our priests.
Julie and Chris ask Tallis what happened when COVID closed her dream dance studio and how God provided a way to combine her dance skills with praise music to start ARISE, a virtual morning workout to praise music.
It started with a thought planted by the Holy Spirit and now has become an event attended by thousands of Catholics. The Christ Our Life conference launched in 2012 and has been changing lives ever since. Held every two years in Des Moines, Iowa, Marilyn Lane and Ellen Miller have poured hours of love into this event. World-class speakers have graced the stage in years past including Bishop Barron, Cardinal Dolan, and Immaculae. This year's line up will bring the best: Sister Miriam James, Fr. Donald Calloway, and Deacon Harold Burke-Silvers to name a few.
Marilyn and Ellen share conversion stories from past conferences. And we hear how this all began. You will enjoy hearing the humble beginnings of this life-transforming Catholic faith experience and what the power of the Holy Spirit can do with a simple "yes".
Many know her from SEEK, EWTN, and the Abiding Together podcast. Sister Miriam James, SOLT, has an amazing story of God's mercy in her life. She was living a life without God, doing it her way when she encountered the love of Christ through a spiritual father. How did she go from a D1 Volleyball player to an alcoholic to a nun? Sounds like a journey that only God could plan. Meet Sister Miriam James, SOLT
This week we introduce to you Fr. Patrick Behm. He is a priest of the Diocese of Sioux City. He wears many hats but mainly as chaplain for Carroll Kuemper Catholic Highschool in Carroll, Iowa. Fr. Patrick knows what kids are searching for today. He offers ways for parents to foster love in their children for the Catholic faith. Fr. Patrick is a man with wisdom and practical ideas for young kids through high school. And he answers the question, "What can parents do to help adult children find their way back their faith."
Fr. John Ricardo on behalf of the Acts XXIX.org initiative is calling all people to fast and pray on September 24. Did you know President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed this as a day of prayer and fasting in his presidency? Do you know what ancient Catholic memorial is on September 24? Listen to Fr. John explain how this a great moment for our country to come together under God and unity to heal our land.
www.actsxxix.org To find promotional materials for September 24.
Fr. John Klockeman is a priest for the Archdiocese of St. Paul. He is an adjunct instructor at St. Paul Seminary and parochial vicar of St. Gerald Majella Catholic Church in Brooklyn Park, MN. Fr. John poses a question of why do we fear being loved by God too much? This got our attention, how about you? We tend to work from a place of protecting our hearts because of past hurts and woundedness. How can we empty ourselves to be filled with God's love?. Listen in to discover the keys to unlock our tentativeness to receiving God's love. Let's bring on the love!
Fr. Mark McGeary is an associate priest at St. Francis of Assisi in West Des Moines, Iowa. What is on his mind? The first year as a newly ordained priest! Fr. Mark shares his vocation story and the positives and challenges as a new priest. And we learned some fun facts about his life before priesthood including a stint of playing semi-pro basketball and more!
We continue our Clergy Convos series with Fr. Michael Voithofer. A little introduction: Fr. Michael Voithofer is a priest in the Diocese of Omaha, Nebraska, and the founder of Ablaze Worship ministry. What is on Fr. Michael's mind? Life in the Spirit! What does this mean? What does it look like? How does the Lord want to use us? Fr. Michael is on fire with the Holy Spirit and shares how you can know the Holy Spirit in a new way.
Check out the work of Ablaze Worship here:
www.ablazeworship.org
We are doing a series of shows visiting with different area priests asking them what is on their minds. Today Fr. Chris Reising gets the mic. What is on his mind? Seeing his parishioners at Mass again, what he is noticing about the resuming of Mass, and what we draw from this time to remain in Christ.
God in his Omnipotence created as mind, body, and soul. Fasting is beneficial both spiritually and physically. God in his Omnipotence created as mind, body, and soul that fasting benefits our whole being!Chris and Julie share these benefits as well as personal stories of how fasting brought miraculously answered prayers.
In today's world, we are being constantly inundated daily with the news happening around our church, our families, and our nation. Are you feeling despair? Fear? Helpless?
Before any great endeavor, the people of the Bible prayed and fasted: Moses fasted 40 days before going up the mountain to receive the 10 Commandments, King Darius fasted for Daniel's safety in the lion's den, Queen Esther fasted before approaching the King to save Israel, and the apostles fasted before going forth to preach.
We are inviting you to join us in the Let Freedom Ring 40 day fasting and prayer for freedom- spiritual freedom organized by Fr. Bill Peckman, Fr. James Altman, and Fr. Richard Heilman is a series of daily prayers and reflections as well as physical components to bring freedom back to our families, our church, and our country by expelling the demonic influence trying to infiltrate our world. Julie and Chris will be praying the prayers daily on the Catholic Women Now FB page, too. Christ, Jesus be our Victor!
Go to https://usgraceforce.com/ to sign up to receive daily in your inbox the prayers and meditation.
Carrie Schuchts Daunt is a wife and mother. As the developer of the Undone women's event at the John Paul II Healing Center, Carrie has accompanied many women through the journey of restoration. In her book, Undone, Carrie has compiled a collection of raw and redemptive testimonies from real Catholic women who encountered truth and healing. Today she visits with us about healing and our identity restored.
Relationships are the core of our security and wholeness. When the are fragmented, parts of our identity are damaged and broken. There is pain-filled part of ourselves we do want others to know or to see. Enter the Shame Cycle.
Shame prevents us from discovering knots of our heart that God wants to untie and restore to our authentic feminine beauty.
We believe lies: I not good enough, they won't like me if they knew me, We make inner vows: I will never let ..... hurt me. I can do this myself..
How do we release our shame and fear and find the freedom of being the woman God created us to be? Undone is a compilation of women's stories of this journey to be restored and free.
For more information, go to this link: https://jpiihealingcenter.org/
Covid-19 Mass guidelines has spurned conversation regarding Communion. People who have been receiving communion on the tongue and now upset cannot receive it. There is a lot of hurt and anger. There is contradiction and inconsistency; people and even clergy are feeling betrayed .
Our Bishops are doing their best. What are the church guidelines on reception of Jesus in the hand? How was the Eucharist received in the early church and what did the Saints have to say?
Mark Mallet, Catholic singer, songwriter, speaker, and author, joins us to discuss how to receive the Holy Eucharist. Mark is a blogger and wrote a thoughtful article on this top ic (Link below). Listen to hear the wisdom he has to offer and how it can help you find understanding and clarity.
We didin't get to it on the show due to time, but check out his blogpost about St. Faustina!
https://www.markmallett.com/blog/communion-in-the-hand/
https://www.markmallett.com/blog/communion-in-the-hand-part-ii/
Our goal is heaven! We are pilgrims on this earth; this is a short walk for eternity.
Many people fear their own death and the passing of a loved one. Anxiety and all of kinds of fears begin to take hold of the mind. How to do you find peace in all of this? Consecrate your death and the death of a loved one.
Consecrating your death doesn't hasten your death. It means your moment of death belongs to God. There are four stages to do this and each taken at your own pace. People have found healing and peace from fear through this beautiful act of consecration.
You only have one life to live and how do you chose to live it for God? We tell the story of a monk, Fr. Daniel Natale, who was given the gift of a second chance. He was a good friend of St. Padre PIo. Fr. Daniel died after a long surgery. He was given the vision of Purgatory, which was torture on his heart. However, much worse was when the Lord showed him what God had planned for Fr. Daniel's life. Fr. Daniel was miraculously raised from the dead and given a second chance. How it came to be for his new life is worth a listen. You will be amazed as we were!
Rachel Balducci, a mom of six, honestly shares from her own life the struggles finding balance. Talking with Rachel "over coffee" was like visiting with a life long friend. Rachel's easy engaging nature makes one feel right at home. We loved Rachel's candidness about her own mistakes and the wisdom gleaned as mom, wife, and working part-time. She shared tips to help with decision making, how to serve, dealing with fear and worry, and evaluating commitments. In her book she concludes each chapter with practical tips, prayer, and journaling structure. Listen in for a conversation you will find yourself smiling and nodding along!
There are many misunderstandings of the Catholic Church teaching on where the soul is after suicide. Fr. Chris Alar saw suicide first hand through the loss of his grandmother and two good friends to suicide. In his own grief to grapple answers, he discovered the teaching of the Catholic Church to be hopefilled for his grandmother's and friend's souls. After Suicide is not a preventative book but is meant to help those coping with the after life of their loved one. Fr. Chris's message of hope and mercy has helped many. He shares 3 principals to cope with the loss. Listen in to this important topic that is affecting many today.
For more information: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/articles/read-excerpts-after-suicide-theres-hope-them-and-you
Susan Tassone is dynamo of energy and champion for the souls in Purgatory. Many of you may remember her as one of the speakers at the Iowa Catholic Radio Women's conference this past fall and speaker for the upcoming Christ Our Life conferrnce this September in Des Moines.
She has just published her 13th book entitled Jesus Speak to Faustina and You, Many are on pins and needle with financial uncertainty and health uncertainty. Susan shares the wisdom that Jesus gave to St. Faustina to overcome discouragement. Listen in for a fast moving, spirited conversation. Even with all the books to her credit, Susan was surprised to learn something new when writing this book.
Find out more about Susan; susantassone.com
A certified doula and mother of six, Mary has wisdom to share about childbirth. Birth affects allof us - body, mind, heart, and soul. In Made for This, the Catholic woman can learn how to understand, prepare for, and experience her unique birth in all those ways through the lens of her Faith. Mary shared a powerful insight of the self-giving love of our bodies. We won't give it all because Mary says it best. We talked about birth plans and how women are looking at different options in this time of pandemic.
And what is a doula and how to find one? Mary explains but we want you to listen to find out.
Go meet Mary at her website: www.maryhaseltine.com
Beth Blessman and her husband Dr. Jim Blessman went on a mission trip at the invitation of a friend. Thinking this would be an occasional endeavor, they did not know what God had planned. Discovering a deeper call to serve others, Blessman International Ministries was born. They left their careers to work full time developing mission trips to meet the needs of South Africans living in poverty. Beth shares the story of this journey and also her conversion to the Catholic faith.
Kendra Tierney is all about living liturgically in the family culture. Today she shares fun, simple ways to honor St. Joseph with your family. May 1 is the Feast of St. Joseph, the Worker. What does this feast honor? Kendra shares the history of this liturgical day. We, like several of you, are making a consecration to St. Joseph on May 1. Whether you are completing the consecration or not, these ideas are for all of us to honor St. Joseph, The Worker.
Check out Kendra's blog: www.catholicallyear.com for more simple, fun ideas for liturgical living through out the year.
Who is this silent man, the foster father of Jesus, husband to Mary? Little is known and over the centuries the Church has come to know more and more about St. Joseph. Fr. Don Calloway joins us to talk about his book, Consecration to St. Joseph. Why now in this time, do we need St.Joseph? Fr. Don tells about the extraordinary intercessor St. Joseph is for us.
Throughout the Bible God showed his people his protection. In the Old Testament, God revealed to Moses to instruct the Israelites to place the blood of the lamb over the doorpost so the Angel of death would pass over and spare anyone in the home from death. In this episode, we share sacramentals that provide protection for those who have the faith of a child. And we have a natural remedy given to seer and locutionist Luz de Maria de Bonilla, who suffers from the stigmata. Her messages have received the Imprimatur of the Catholic Church since 2009.
While in seminary, Fr. Mitchell, LC, encountered a season of doubt. In God's divine mystery, a copy of St. Faustina's diary was left at his door. Thus began a path for Fr. Mitchell path that has lead to continually discovering the richness of Divine Mercy.
An apostle of Mercy is more than carrying an image of the Divine Mercy or reciting the chaplet of Divine Mercy. The Divine Mercy is a spirituality - a way of life and a gift for the Church. Fr. Michael shares how we can live this in our lives. What does Divine Mercy say to a Catholic woman today?
Fr. Michael is a national director of Mission Youth. This is an international mission organization to Latin America. He received degrees in Philosophy and Theology from the Pontifical University Regina Apostolorum, graduating summa cum laude in 2011. Besides traveling and overseeing church projects in Latin America, he also regularly leads retreats and parish missions, is a spiritual director and author of I Saw His Face and two other forthcoming books. He resides in Michigan.
Find his book:here
Or your local Catholic bookstore
Here is the link to learn more Fr. Michael's mission trips https://www.missionyouth.com/
Joining us today Jennifer Ristine, consecrated lay woman with Regnum Christi. Jennifer is the author of the book, Mary Magdalene: Insights from Ancient Magdala.
When Jennifer's mother passed away, Mary Magdalene began to befriend Jennifer. Surrendering fleeting securities, Jennifer looked to Mary Magdalene as a woman who could help her purify her heart. Mary Magdalene had traveled this path in her own life. As Jennifer prayed for Mary Magdalene's intercessory aid, she began to understand deeper redemptive love. The big surprise and gift came when Jennifer was assigned to a mission in Magdala. In those four years, the heart of Mary Magdalene became even more evident. Jennifer helps us, the modern woman, to learn from Mary Magdalene's journey as it is ours, too.
And~ listen for the surprising Easter tradition associated with Mary Magdalene that is celebrated in the Eastern church. We are thinking of making our Easter tradition, too.
Here is the link to Jennifer's book:
https://www.amazon.com/Mary-Magdalene-Insights-Ancient-Magdala-ebook/dp/B07K4VYPRS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3CVKKNXY01JDZ&dchild=1&keywords=jennifer+ristine&qid=1585854473&sprefix=Jennifer+Ristine%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-1
You all are making the best of this space God is providing with the social distancing! We share all the creative and fun ways you have been connecting with your family and friends during this time of solitude. We asked you to text your family activities and you talked back to us! Family rosary, video meet ups, games, cleaning closets, organizing, drive by birthday greetings, the positive side of living room Mass, and the gift of offering small sacrifices for the mitigation of neglect of the Eucharist by those who do not know Eucharistic amazement. Wonderful to hear from all of you. Keep talking back.... We are here for you!
Praise and worship - how do we praise and why should we praise and worship? Fr. Michael Voithofer joins us today to share how praising brings benefits in our lives. Praise brings breakthrough. Have you ever listened to a praise song and heard or felt a new insight or an answer to a difficulty? Fr. Michael will share stories of people who have experienced transformation through praise and worship. We are made to praise the One who created us!
Here is the link to Fr. Michael Voithofer's ministry: https://www.ablazeworship.org/
And here is a great God moment: Todays' responsorial psalm: "Sing to the LORD a new song of praise in the assembly of the faithful. Let Israel be glad in their makes, let the children of Zion rejoice in their king."
He didn't start baking until he entered the Capuchin Friary. And now Brother Andrew Corriente is the champion of the Great American Baking Show - Holiday Edition. Brother Andrew is a delight and filled with joy. There are metaphors of baking with the spiritual life. Brother Andrew shared how this experience expanded his own spirituality as means to learn to really express himself. His love of baking is a love for people and a love for serving. How did the other bakers react to his faith? What were the highs and lows of the competition? And what prompted him to enter the show contest? You will have to listen to find out!
Danielle is filled with joy and hope. We love having her back with us. In her new book, she reflects on what happens to a mother's heart when her children grow up and begin their own lives. Filled with wit and wisdom, Danielle shares the ups and downs of motherhood and marriage while keeping anchored in the identity as a daughter of God. She gave us hope and spoke to our hearts.
Dawn Aitchison is a wife and mom to NINE children. Amid this busy life, she followed God's call to organize and take high school teens and young adults on mission trips to Nicaragua! The mission work varies from building houses to churches. It doesn't end with the good works. Dawn encourages these kids to look at the poor and the service through the heart of Christ and the Catholic faith. Accompanying the kids to talk about what they feel from the experience of working with the poor. Helping them to go deeper with Jesus and to be community to one another. Dawn left us speechless with her deep compassion, empathy, and love for others.
Do you desire to know about the mission trip? Contact Dawn: dawn.aitchison@gmail.com or 515-460-7655
Linda Heinrich felt a tug on her heart as she would pass a Catholic church as a child. It wasn't until the death of her parents, job loss, and prolonged unemployment when she realized why. While listening to Iowa Catholic radio in her car, the Mass began. She was completely immersed in the Mass she lost track of where she was driving. Her heart was captivated by the Holy Spirit. Listen to hear the rest of the story!
We always enjoy when Adam Storey joins us at the coffee table. It isn't common we sit down with a man in the studio and talk about marriage!
How do we prioritize our marriage with kids, careers, and personal interests? Sacrifice is a key part of marriage. We talked about balancing sacrifice without self depletion while desiring the good of the other.
All great stuff for your marriage.... listen in for more simple ways to improve your marriage!
Are you interested in connecting with other women who share your faith, interests? Are afraid you don't know enough about your faith to join a group? Are desiring to start a women's ministry at your church but not sure where to begin? Elizabeth Tomlin was in the same places at one time. she shares her wisdom of experienece building women's ministries. The gift of hospitality inspires virtue (listen to fin out which one). And how to navigate conflict... ??? Elizabeth offers sage advice wrapped with Christ like love.
Rob Kaczmark shares his delightful journey of faith. Rob was a typical adolescent Catholic boy until his family took a pilgrimage to Medjugojre. It was there that Jesus became real to Rob and a personal relationship began.
Thinking he would be teaching catechism as a living, God had different plans. Taking the advice of a beloved DRE when he was in high school, Rob decided to change his college major to business. This was a providential move. With just a camera from Amazon and a whole lot of desire, Spirit Juice studio was born.
Becky Naderman is a local wife, mother, and author of the book, Walk With Me. In her book, Becky shares the transforming power of working in prison ministry. Developing a close friendship with Aaron, an inmate, Becky begins to discover an interior change from this unlikely friendship. This is a story of two people from radically different backgrounds which breaks down social barriers and false ideas. Becky and Aaron begin to see the world through a new lens through Christian friendship. At the heart of everyone is to be loved and accepted. Jesus is within everyone and Becky challenges each of us to look at others through the lens of Jesus.
You are not made to fear, You are made to love. Fear causes us to withhold love and relationships, especially with God. Today we talk about how fear works in our lives, four signs whether you are living in fear, and what can we do to stop fears from interfering with our relationship with God. News flash~ we have everything inside of us to be courageous! Tune and find out how and why! PS> there is a reason Jesus says, "do not be afraid" in the Gospels. Talk soon!
Julie shares her experience of being with 5,000 Catholics, joined by Protestants, at the Catholic Encounter conference held this past week end. Beginning with the history of Pope Leo XVlll declaring the 20th century to the Holy Spirit, Julie walks briefly through the new Pentecost spreading in the Catholic Church. What she saw was conversion, physical healing, and outpouring of spiritual gifts. What are these spiritual gifts and who are they for? Every Baptized Catholic!!!!! Listen for more about the gifts and why we are hindered from being open to receiving them.
You all are great! You texted your favorite traditions Many around favorite foods which the smells, tastes, and family gathering are ways to bring us together. Some of you reach out to help someone in need in very clever ways! And those traditions that when you share around the family your love and appreciation for each other.
Gosia Wheeler share traditions for her native Poland. The oplatek wafer is a long tradtion in the Polish celebration of Christmas Eve. It is a thin wafer made from unleavened bread with pressed images of angels, the Blessed Mother, or Jesus. It is blessed by the priest on the first Sunday of Advent. It is an Eucharisitic represenation of Mass and reminder that Christmas is celebrating the birth of Jesus. The father begins by breaking off a piece and handing the oplatek to his wife. He tells her what he is thankful or asks for forgiveness. This is repeated from member to member. Check out our Facebook page, Catholic Women Now Radio, for pictures of the oplatek Gosia brought.
Read more of this tradition here: https://aleteia.org/2018/12/19/the-beautiful-polish-tradition-of-breaking-bread-on-christmas-eve/
Julie and Chris share five ways to get the most out of your Nativity scene this Advent. These five recommendations are from Pope Francis recent apostolic letter, Admirabile Signum. Marie Austin joins Chris to share the excitement since the premier The Veil Removed, a five-minute film about what happens at Mass.
We desire a place to find a sanctuary. Our earthly homes are a foretaste of the home Christ has prepared for us: Heaven! Authors Carrie Gress, Noelle Mering, Megan Schrieber, and photographer Kim Baile, have artfully compiled a book that reflects how to make our homes of welcoming. We may not always be able to attend the church supper, but we can make our homes a reflection of our faith by inviting our friends and family to our homes. Beautiful photography and written excerpts interspersed make this book a must-have for your coffee table.
We read in the Gospels of Jesus healing the sick. Does Jesus heal today in our modern world? Dan Dematte and Sam Halligan from Damascus Camp ministry join us to talk about the gift of healing. Dan and Sam both minister to others through prayer and have witnessed the healing power of Jesus. This is a show you don't want to miss!
Mary Beth Beacom and Susie Flood both have adopted children. Realizing a need for prayer and support, they started the St. Ita Prayer group for mothers of adopted children. There are many challenges and blessings with receiving God's chosen adopted child into your family. The St. Ita prayer group has provided immense validation, resources, prayers, and love to mothers who are navigating this transition. Join us and listen to these heartfelt women share their stories.
Today we went unplugged as we talked about the power of praising God. We cover why we should praise, the benefits of praising God, and how to praise. Did you know the Blessed Mother praised God? "My soul magnifies the Lord". Why did God need to magnified? Isn't he sovereign? Isn't He all powerful? Listen to find out and discover this "ever ancient, ever new" prayer of the Church.
Sonja Corbitt is a delightful guest! As a Southern Baptist convert, purgatory was new to her. She discovered through overcoming a father wound the healing and purifying love of God through her suffering. Being a Bible Evangelista, she provides many Biblical references for Purgatory. The word "purgatory" is not stated in the Bible. The understanding is what is referred to as implicit knowledge. Listen for a real treat!
Susan Tassone shares her passion for Purgatory. Why do the souls suffer? Why are they poor? How can we help the souls in Purgatory? Where is it in the Bible? We answer all these and more.
Fr. Wade is a member of the Fathers of Mercy, a missionary preaching religious congregations based in Auburn, Kentucky. He hosts EWTN Global Catholic Rado's "open Line Tuesday" heard every week on Iowa Catholic Radio. Fr. Wade visits with us about sin and its consequences as well as the Tribunal of Mercy. What is the Tribunal of Mercy? It was given in a message to St. Faustina from Jesus. Listen in and find out more how our loving God provides for us to be with Him in eternity.
Today's show was true girlfreind time as Brenda Miller and Cathy Fuller join us at the Catholic Women coffee table. Based on the popular book, "The Rhythm of Life" by Matthew Kelly, we visit about how to discover God's plan for you. Is that dream in your heart from God? The culture bombards us with how to do everything that it is sometimes difficult to know if it is God or wishful thinking. And those pesky fears creep in... we talk about how to turn off the inner critic and listen to the Holy Spirit. Pursuing a passion can be draining and we talk about what self-care looks like for each of us and how to do it.
Sam Halligan is back with us! Today Sam shares how we can experience and know the love God, our Father has for each and everyone of us. This is a talk Sam gave at St. Pius recently in Des Moines.
Praise and worship - how do we praise and why should we praise and worship? Fr. Michael Voithofer joins us today to share how praising brings benefits in our lives. Praise brings breakthrough. Have you ever listened to a praise song and heard or felt a new insight or an answer to a difficulty? Fr. Michael will share stories of people who have experienced transformation through praise and worship. We are made to praise the One who created us!
Here is the link to Fr. Michael Voithofer's ministry: https://www.ablazeworship.org/
And here is a great God moment: Todays' responsorial psalm: "Sing to the LORD a new song of praise in the assembly of the faithful. Let Israel be glad in their makes, let the children of Zion rejoice in their king."
Connie Bruner aka Chris's mom and Colleen Hurley join us for a chat around the coffee table. Collectively these women share their wisdom of being grandmothers and passing on the Catholic faith. It was a delightful conversation with these two women. They keep up with their grandchildren via social media. These women are cool grandmothers. This show was inspired by an article about Josef Stalin's daughter became Christian (and eventually Catholic) because of her grandmothers, the babushkas, teaching her during the Communist government of Russia.
Here is the link to the article: https://aleteia.org/2019/08/29/how-stalins-daughter-became-a-catholic/
Sarah Christmyer grew up surrounded in Biblical history and richness. At a young age, Sarah would re-enact Bible stories with her Barbie dolls. After becoming Catholic, Sarah realized a need for introducing her experience and knowledge to Catholic women. In her book, Sarah takes us through the Old Testament and introduces us to the women of those times. We know about the Saints but how well do you understand these first bearers of the faith? Sarah portrays these women as relatable as they struggled with the same things the modern Catholic woman does: marriage, infertility, etc. Come and meet these women with us as we visit with Sarah and make "new" friends with Eve, Esther, Miriam, and others.
Soulcore founders Colleen Scriviano and Deanne Miller join us today to share all about Soulcore. Soulcore is a movement to nourish the body and the soul while doing core and stretching to the Rosary. The mind, body, and soul are integrated to bring glory to God Colleen and Deanne share personal testimonies and how this has impacted many others. The Blessed Mother is always looking after her children.
Learn more at www.soulcore.com
Our good friend Brenda Miller joined us today. She followed her dream that God put in her heart to start a Women's Center in Ghana, Africa. Through the training in the women's center, the first class of twenty Ghanian women graduated as professional designers and seamstresses. These women gained so much more than a job skill. An inspiring journey of miracles and God's hand in every step on the way including closed doors and opened windows. To learn more about the Nymedo Women's Center click https://divineaccessghana.wixsite.com/nyamedowomen
Listen in to hear a great story of inspiration!
Bonnie shares the story of her son, James who was stillborn after a home birth. Rushed to the hospital, the prognosis was grim. After attempting to resuscitate him, the doctors decided no more could be done. Just as they stopped their efforts, James's heart began to beat. What laid ahead was organ failure, brain damage, and a life of special needs or even if he could even survive. Storming social media for prayers and seeking the intercession of Venerable Bishop Fulton Sheen, James today is a healthy normal boy. How do Bonnie and Travis share the glory of God and keep life normal for their family and their son? How does Bonnie process that their son lived while other parents do not receive this miracle? These are the questions we asked. Her humility and love for Jesus is a beautiful witness.
To get to know Bonnie and find out about her book, here is her website:
Find more at www.bonnieengstrom.com
Deacon Randy Kiel is familiar to many of us in Des Moines. He has a counseling practice known as Kardia Counseling. He also is heard every Thursday morning on Jon Leonetti in the morning. But what you may not know is that he always wanted to be a State Fair carney. He operates the Wax Hands booth for the past 13 years at the Iowa State Fair. Randy shares how through conversations while molding a person's hands, he entwines the message of Christ. We call this show "Fair Faith".
Soulcore is born from the movement to nourish body AND soul through prayer and core strengthening functional exercises. Uniting mind, body, and soul makes our prayer more powerful. Heidi Grace, who lives in Des Moines , will be starting Soulcore programs at area churches. Today she shares her journey to Soulcore and why she passionate about having other men and women experience prayer.
Renee Maguire joins us for the second show of the two-part series on the side effects of the Pill. Today's episode we cover the alternative for healthy reproductive living. We recap the side effects of the Pill but bring an alternative to artificial hormonal birth control. Natural family planning is becoming more and more embraced. Renee provides the Church's teaching to support respect for the body and how our bodies are created to function. The Holy Mother Church desires what is best for us and to live faithfully and in freedom! Renee and her husband are certified instructors of the sympto-thermal fertility awareness method.
Renne Maguire discovered through her own use of the Pill the detrimental side effects of the PIll aka hormonal birth control. Renee sought to know the truth. What she learned will surprise you. Because of what she learned through her own medical research and delving into the teachings of the Catholic church, Renee is now passionate about women and men knowing the truth of these effects. Spoiler alert: The Catholic Church is looking out for our best interest! Many women do not know what artificial hormones are doing their bodies.... some are lasting consequences. As women, we need to be informed of our health and aware of what we are doing to our bodies despite what is read online. Listen in for some very "aha" information that can help yourself and others you know taking birth control to protect your body and be healthy and fertile.
Leila Miller wasn't planning to write and edit a book about the pain children of divorce. She has compiled seventy anonymous provided stories of now adults who lived through the pain of divorce as children. The modern myth that children are resilient and adjust is false. This book helps others to know they are not alone. Leila shares the truth and encourages to seek Christ whose mercy is greater than our sins.
The mother is important in her son's faith development. Children think about God more than we realize and a mother provides nurturing of the faith. Today we tell you why this is and not to leave this talk to only Dad or youth leaders.
The Beatitudes can be our guide as parents to raise our children to be holy, happy and love Jesus. Did you know that the Beatitudes foster virtue in our children? Our ultimate mission as parents is to help our children get to heaven. The Beatitudes is a reminder that holiness is possible for all of us. We may be intrepid about diving into the chaos and holiness of family life for fear of failing. Jeannie shares inspiring positive wisdom highlighting the example of the Blessed Mother and St. Joseph for parents, their own experience, and practical action plans for all ages of children.
Stephanie Calis saw a need when she was planning her own wedding. She founded the website, Spoken Bride, to offer resources to plan a Catholic wedding. Inspired by the interest on the website and from friends, Stephanie has written Invited, The Ultimate Catholic Wedding Planner. Join us as we talk about the beauty of the marriage. Those who are planning for the wedding are also planning for married life and how to establish good habits before you say "I do". And what about the groom? Stephanie's husband contributes to each chapter from his perspective. Listen in to what he has to say.
We know the gifts of the Holy Spirit given at confirmation but how do we activate these gifts and become bold to talk about Jesus to others? Sam Halligan joins us for part 2 to share how he does it and you can, too.!
Sam Halligan is a 2013 Dowling Catholic High School and currently works at Damascus Catholic Youth Camp in Ohio. Sam shares his powerful story of awakening in his faith and the power of the Holy Spirit in his life. Having witnessed physical healings at a healing Mass at Benedictine College, Sam has been reaching out to many with the message of God's love. He shares personal stories and how this impacts his work with the kids at Damascus Catholic Camps
Shannon Evans was planning to do amazing things for God. As a newlywed and just out of college, she and her husband became missionaries in Indonesia. With grand ideas of how she was going to make lives better, Shannon soon realized her limitations. Through contemplation of suffering, she came upon Catholic teaching on suffering that was new truth to her. Together with her husband, they converted from Evangelical protestant to Catholicism. Shannon speaks of finding solidarity with those who are unlike us through our weaknesses.
We sit down with Pietro Boffeli. Pietro is the house leader of the L'Arche community of Tahoma, Washington. L'Arche has grown into a worldwide movement dedicated to bringing men and women with disabilities into the heart of their societies, making their voices heard, and providing a true home to share everyone's unique gifts to the fullest. Pietro gives us a view of the life and dreams of persons with intellectual disabilities and the community is family oriented. And it is said that the teacher can become the pupil. Pietro shares how this experience has transformed him into his own sense of who he is.
Fr. Chris Seith is a priest in the Archdiocese of Washington, DC. He studied at the North American College in Rome and was ordained in 2014. We chatted about the feminine genius from a priestly perspective, particularly how the feminine gift of receptivity supports our priests. Midway in the show, the complementary role of femininity and masculinity was discussed as a great source of healing in the church today. We concluded with Fr. Chris sharing a profound example of sacrifice from his parent's marriage that has shaped his priestly mission in the church today. Very powerful!
Julie and Chris shared a tribute to mothers with the allegory of building a cathedral. Listeners share via text what the Blessed Mother mean in your life?
The Catholic Women Now coffee table was full today! Our friends Heidi Grace and Becca Bahl joined us to share our collective experience of Nineveh 90. The detachment brought a deeper prayer life and intimacy with Jesus. Prayers answered and how fasting brought surprisingly new insights. Do we miss Nineveh 90? Will we do it again? Listen in to find out!
Dr. Carrie Gress is always a delight to have with us. In her latest book, Dr. Gress discusses the origins of the feminist movement. How 12 women in the 1960s were able to influence the western world with the ideology of Marxism egalitarianism to create an illusion of happiness equated with being exactly like men. The premise that nature can be changed is debunked by Dr. Gress. NOTE: men and women are equal in dignity. Through scripture basis, Dr. Carre Gress has identified an anti-Mary spirit in our culture which tears down our true femininity as created images of God. Dr. Gress explains why men are not fighting back. Towards the end of the chat, she provides six ways we can combat this ideology and reclaim a culture of honored motherhood and strong, intact families.
Danielle Bean is a wife, mother, podcast host of Girlfriends podcast, speaker, and retreat leader. She shares the work in the new book, Manuel for Women. We visit about our feminine gifts and how Mary models these gifts. This book is a great treasure with understanding our purpose as created by God. Also included are prayers, scripture verses for worry, beauty, quotes from Saints, writings of Popes supporting women's role in today's world.
Maria and Deacon Campbell are one of several couples who work with The Third Option, a program to strengthen and support marriage. The Third Option is a mentoring format with trained mentor couples who share their struggles and how they were able to resolve and improve their marriage. Couples of all stages of marriage benefit and assists marriages from struggling to the point of giving up. The Third Option provides hope that what they are facing can be worked out.
Sue Bata, Jean Herrity, and Mary Swanson have been longtime friends. A few years ago they decided to keep in touch by meeting up at difference fish fries for dinner during Lent. Together with their husbands, they choose a different local fish fry each week. Tune in to hear these fun ladies review your fish fry!
Katie Warner is a busy wife and mother, writer, and speaker. She has partnered with illustrator Meg Whalen to write Catholic Children's books. These books are delightfully written and illustrated. Parents desire to teach their children their faith but often not sure how to begin. These books are sure to be a great resource for parents and for children to make their Catholic faith active and living. Book titles are: The Word of the Lord, Cloud of Witnesses, Father Ben Gets Ready for Mass, and I Went to Mass and What Did I see*?
Taylor Hawkins is as joyful in person as she sounds on the microphone. Full of love for Christ, Taylor shares her story of coming to the answer that God is indeed calling her to serve Him and the church through religious life. Taylor was raised in a typical Catholic family but what happened when she encountered Jesus in Adoration will amaze you. Tayor will be entering as a postulant with the Marian Sisters of Lincoln, Nebraska this fall (2019)
Amanda joins us today to share this memoir of two young kids who fall for each other as teens but ultimately do not end up together - not your typical Hollywood ending, yet it certainly is a happily ever after!
Samatha Kelley knows first hand the world of female athletics. She played D1 soccer for UConn. It was a personal injury that brought Samatha to a life-changing direction. She was inspired to start a program to help women in athletics to know and to live their authentic feminine identity in Christ and still be a high competing woman athlete.
The Catholic Woman's Guide to Happiness integrates Theology of the Body and teachings on prayer with Rose's unique brand of story telling and humor. We enjoyed Rose's analogies and practical teaching. We discussed the difference between joy and happiness and the different doors we choose in life that lead to good and not so good paths. And how we can look for happiness in the goods around us but detached view of finding the joy - joy of new shoes, chocolate, and a good glass of wine.
Mary Sheehan Warren teaches Consumer Behavior and Fashion Marketing at the Busch School of Business at the Catholic University of America. Fashion and communication have been her interest. Today we talk about how fashion is more than just clothes but a means to communicate to the world who we are. This is a topic for everyone in all of society. Mary addresses friendship and communication especially in the context of the social media influence.
St. John the Baptist's famous line, "I must decrease so He can increase" may sound strange when talking about charity in marriage and family. Charity is the divine love within us that transforms. What is necessary to live this love? Adam Storey unpacks this on today's podcast.
Chris traveled to the Holy Land with the Iowa Catholic Radio sponsored trip. In her engaging, enthusiastic style with a gift for storytelling, Chris shares her personal moments as well as the places visited. She even has some fun facts that you may not know! And at the end, she shares a beautiful story of the miraculous healing of her husband.
What do women of the Old Testament who lived thousands of years ago have in common with today's modern woman? Everything! In her new book, You Are Enough, Danielle Bean introduces us to these women who had the same inherent struggles we do today. And we can learn from them! Danielle speaks with passion and love for women to know their dignity as daughters of the King. You will find yourself nodding and talking to her in your head as she draws you into the conversation!
Erin Wenham sits in for Chris today. Julie and Erin share the myths and the common beliefs in dating. Accepting Jesus into your life is the most important decision one makes. The second is who you will marry. This influences your finances, job, faith, happiness, and even death. Intentional dating is important and not old fashioned or archaic. Parents, good things to help guide your teen and young adult as their date and look for their future spouse.
Raising boys with a strong moral foundation and faith is daunting in today's culture. Boys are being exposed to cultural influences at younger ages, the cultural message of devaluing masculinity is prevalent, and parents are unsure of how to approach topics. How to be a parent and a friend? How to approach the discussions of sex, same-sex attraction, and what is chastity? Many moms have asked Leila for advice that she was inspired to write a book. Leila understands the challenges and shares her practical wisdom with simplicity with us today.
Join us for the Nineveh 90 Challenge. We are offering of the intention of healing and reparation for the sins of the scandal of the Catholic Church and your own personal intentions. We share ways to be part of the Nineveh 90. We have a group and you can join with us!
Chris is the founder of The Veil Removed project which is a 3-5 short film about the beauty, awe, and wonder of the Eucharist and the Mass. She shares her inspiration, the vision, and the timeline of the project. With any mission there are personal moments of conversion and The Veil Removed has touched many already.
New Year, New resolutions... We have something for you! We are challenging you to do Nineveh 90 with us. The purpose of Nineveh 90 is for a deeper realization that we are beloved daughters made for much more that the comforts that this world has to offer us.
Anna Yurrick, FOCUS missionary, will join us to share her experience with Nineveh 90. Later Joe Stopulos from Man Up show will share his experience with Exodus 90, the men's version.
We asked and you provided.... We shared your Family Christmas Traditions. Your families truly have special moments and thank you for sharing them with us... We may have to start some new ones after talking about these!
Julie and Chris are excited to share an Advent campaign to bring the focus and attention on the reason for the season. The Patiently Waiting campaign launched four years ago is now in Europe, Phillipines, Vietnam, and Pakistan! What is it? More info below. And who doesn't like a miracle story. We share Christmas miracles stories to give hope and deepened faith in trust in our Lord.
http://www.ncregister.com/blog/joseph-pronechen/two-word-advent-campaign-spreads-around-the-world?fbclid=IwAR0xJozFNB_jzMbBGwVnfxpTF0AukznmGuj0nQB0Jii381R9MmaSlkdCx2o
We all may be familiar with St. Juan Diego and Our Lady of Guadalupe but do know the miraculous findings about the image on the tilma? Marilyn Lane joins us in the studio today to share the many discoveries found on the image. Many of these findings have been in the last 50 years--- over 500 years since Our Lady appeared to St. Juan Diego.
Saying hard is no especially during this time of Advent. But how to know when to say no and how to block out time in our schedules.. We all want what is beauty and true and good. We give some reasons for our fear of turning down a good thing and what to use as our guide to saying yes. And we cover some of how the Church viewed Advent season through history.
We read spiritual adoption several times in scripture. Have you wondered what that really is lived out in your life? Barbara Heil, a Catholic speaker, and evangelist explains what this is and how you can live as a spiritually adopted child of God.
Janette Howe heard the Lord nudging her to start praying for her parish priest in her Holy Hour. This began the Severn Sisters Apostolate that is now worldwide. Janetter shares the beginnings and the graces that have come from this simple idea. How do you start one? Listen and find out!
Barbara Heil, Catholic speaker and evangelists, shares how we swallow and believe lies that affect our self worth
St. Catherine of Sienna is one of Catholic Women Now's favorite saints. Valerie Staples thinks so, too. She has researched and become good friends with St. Catherine of Sienna. She shares her love and knowledge for this fiery saint.
Randy Kiel, licensed counselor, and Barbara Graham, LISW, share the grieving process in light of trauma. How to grieve reveals itself, how to process it, and what to do next. This part two of a two-part series.
Randy Kiel, licensed counselor, and Barbara Graham, LISW, share the grieving process in light of trauma. How to grieve reveals itself, how to process it, and what to do next. This part one of a two-part series.
Allison Gringas, author, speaker, podcast host, shares about her inspiration and message behind her new journal, The Gift of Invitation. This is part of the Stay Connected Journal series.
Two important feast days are coming up: Feast of the Guardian Angels and Feast of the Archangels. Who are these created beings of God? How do we know they are present? What is their role in our lives? These questions and more fun facts are shared by Chris and Julie on today's show.
Tom Quiner is a man of many talents including musical composer and playwright. His latest production is A Clash of Creeds. This is a historical rendition of a hypothetical round table discussion between women of differing perspectives. The group includes Margaret Sanger, founder of Planned Parenthood; Ayn Rand, author of Atlas Shrugged: and St. Mother Teresa. The discussion is moderated by C.K. Chesterton. The production will debut at the upcoming Iowans For Life annual banquet.
Journey through Christ's passion, death, and resurrection as seen through the eyes of women. Kelly Wahlquist has edited several reflections for women to journey with Christ through his suffering and resurrection. A great Lenten study or for personal reflection.
It has been 50 years since Human Vitae was released. Alana Newman and her husband had believed the lies of the society of the sexual revolution of the 1960's only to discover healing and transformation through St. John Paull II"s writings of Theology of the Body. They filmed a documentary of the lies and misconceptions of society view of casual and frequent sexual intimacy. to help others to learn and avoid harmful decisions.
Rhonda Zweber shares how living with cancer has deepened her faith. In her book, Reading Between the Road Signs, Rhonda shares how the unexpected things in life bring joy and meaning.
Going to Mass is monotonous to many. But do you know what is truly happening in the unseen? Chris and Julie have gleaned wonderful quotes, ideas, and facts to share with you in the hope you will look at Mass in a completely new, awe-inspired way
We appreciate our girlfriends! think of the joy you have when spending an evening laughing and sharing with friends. The saints had special girl friendships, too. In the book, The Friendship Project, Michelle Faehnle, and co-author Emily Jaminet, write of special saint friendships, why friendships are important, and virtues of friendships.
It is the 50th year anniversary since the release of Human Vitae, Pope VI historical and prophetic encyclical on human sexuality and birth control. Adam Storey joins us to look at the four prophetic teachings that have now come to be over the past 50 years.
Mary Scrimribba joins us to tell us more about Natural Womanhood. Its purpose to teach and educate the PIll literacy to women. Many do not know the harmful side effects of oral contraceptives. With science-backed facts, NaturalWomanhood reveals what women should consider when it comes to their reproductive health.
Fr. Sean Davidson has served in France where St. Mary Magdalene is entombed. He has come to know St. Mary Magdalene through this experience. In his book, St. Mary Magdalene: Prophetess of Love, he shares a deeper understanding of who she was which we aren't always able to glean from scripture.
Dr. John Grabowski and his wife Clare have been helping with marriage preparation for several years. They have taken their experience and knowledge and created a marriage prep program for the New Evangelization.
Judy Klein shares the near-death experience of her late husband, Bernie. What he went through and how it impacted his faith in bringing him to a conversion.
Many have heard of the Benedict option but Carre Gress would like you to also know about the Marian Option. In her new book that bears the title, The Marian Option, Carrie shares how the Blessed Mother Mary has been a part of the geopolitical of every century. Turning to Mary has brought victories in battle as well as small victories in the home. Carris summarizes her book as a biography of Mary.
Addie Magruder works with teenagers all day as the Director of Ut Fidem at Dowling Catholic Highschool. She hears their questions and struggles they have about faith. Drawing from her experience, both professional and personal, Addie unlocks some truths for parents to know and to aid in parenting their teens to be faithful.
The monumental Heartbeat Bill passed the Iowa Legislature and has been signed Governor Kim Reynolds. Maggie De Witte, director of Iowans For Life, updates us on the diligent work to pass this bill and the challenges the bill faces from the pro-abortion lobby.
Did you know flowers are named after her? Insects are named after her? And there is so much more to know of how we see the influence of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the world around us.
If cleanliness is next to godliness, do our closets have anything to say about the state of our souls?
Decluttering became trendy with the 2014 release of Marie Kondo's The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. And while there’s no shortage of secular books promoting the practice, Making Room for God is the first book on organization from a Catholic perspective. Self-proclaimed pack rat Mary Elizabeth Sperry will help you make decluttering a prayerful, peace-filled, and soul-expanding experience.
Lisa Duffy is a Catholic wife, mother, and author. having experienced the pain of divorce, she works in divorce recovery ministry.
Lisa shares from her own personal experience of divorce the questions of where do I go from here? How did I get here? We dive into how to heal and to go forth after divorce.
Molly Myers is a Catholic wife and mother with a flair for fashion. She founded Ave 22 a fashion consulting business. She joins us today to talk about fashion particularly the spring and summer trends.
We are talking fashion with the lovely Molly Myers today on Catholic Women Now. Molly started Ave22 to help women organize and coordinate their wardrobe. How we dress is our personal statement to the world. Molly will share style tips and dressing with intention.
Elizabeth Ficocelli shares her wisdom and knowledge of St. Faustina and the Divine Mercy devotion.
In Thérèse, Faustina, and Bernadette: Three Saints Who Challenged My Faith, Gave Me Hope, and Taught Me How to Love author, speaker, and retreat leader Elizabeth Ficocelli introduces her readers to three remarkable women saints who became not only her role models, but also her life-changing friends. Thérèse, Faustina, and Bernadette taught Ficocelli about faith, hope, and love, and showed her what true Catholic womanhood looks like.
Marge Steinhage Fenelon knows the pain, fear, hopelessness, insecurity, resentment and anger of being raised by a troubled mother. She also knows the way out: Mary.
Susan is back with enthusiasm for the souls. She has compiled a book from St. Faustina's writings, "St. Faustina Prayer Book for Adoration" Sounds like a good one for Lent! Also we introduce you to a remarkable Catholic feminist before there was such a term: St. Hildegard of Bingen.
Peggy has found memories of her family's stories of Blessed Brother Solanus Casey. She is excited to share them today especially since he is on his way to sainthood. Peggy is a member of St. Mary of Nazareth Church in Des Moines, Iowa.
What are the sources of anxiety, stress, and fear you experience in your life? Popular Catholic speaker and author Sonja Corbitt believes that these often-paralyzing emotions are the direct result of our everyday battles against sin and temptation. In Fearless, she equips us with the spiritual tools we need to restore our spiritual well-being.
Have you thought about giving up the same thing as your spouse? Doing Lenten sacrifice together builds your marriage relationship -- or maybe not - ha! We have five challenges to suggest for you. Adam Storey shares the correlation of Valentine's Day, Marriage, and Lent.
You may know her for the Salt and Light production she has written and produced. But what you may not know that Kelly Neito was once involved New Age. Kelly shares the lure of New Age, the lies and following despair it caused in her soul. She finds herself in a desperate need of help from above and then something beautiful happened.
Connie Rossini is blogger at contemplativehomeschool.com. She also is a frequent guest of Divine Mercy Radio with Dan Burke. Connie shares her own prayer life and how we can begin to let go and trust God more in our lives.
Upholding up Mary as the ultimate example of intimate, transforming union, Mitchell weaves together moving anecdotes of her own search for identity as a Catholic woman along with 12 accounts of women in Scripture that are at once fresh yet familiar. In so doing, Mitchell connects in a compelling and very personal way with the Scriptures, inspiring listeners to "take up and hear" in order to discover the answer to this all-important question for themselves.
Who were the Magi? Did they come from the East. Fr. Dwight Longenecker has researched and found compelling evidence the Magi were real. He shares it today with you.
Julie and Chris go unplugged this week to bring you this show. Advent is a time of waiting with joyful hope. What is hope? Today we are talking about the difference between hope and optimism. And Pope Francis on finding hope in the Nativity set .
Everett Fritz has a heart to serve young adults. He formed St. Andrew's Missionaires to teach and form young adults to go out into the world and spread the love of Christ. He shares his inspirations and stories from the field today.
Suzanne Sammons is wife and mother of seven children. The Jesse Tree has been a long time tradition in their home. Realizing that many may have heard of the Jesse Tree, but not the symbolism of each ornament, Suzanne wrote a book. She shares her wisdom with us today.
Melanie Shankle blogs at Big Mama. She has written four books and today we talk about her latest, Church of the Small Things. Do you think your ordinary, everyday life actually significant? Is it ok to be fulfilled by the simple acts of raising kids, working in an office and cooking chicken for dinner? Melanie has some things about all of this and more.
Jennifer Settles discovered through prayer the vocation God had planned for her. After years of singlehood, she began to consider the vocation of consecrated virgin. This not new in the church. Jennifer shares her journey and what the life of a consecrated virgin looks lived out in our culture.
Fr. Mike Schmitz puts on his ghostbusting vacuum and unpacks whether ghosts exists or other specters. Can souls still communicate with the living after they die?
Show of ladies and gents ~ Bill Doneghey is an instructor at the Theology of the Body Institute. Today he joins us to talk about authentic masculinity.
Pam Baker loves to run and loves her Catholic faith. She combined the two loves to create Faster Than The Pastor, a running program sanctioned by God. Pam her team organize 5K run/walks for churches, youth groups, pro life groups, etc
https://www.fasterthanthepastorevents.com/
It is the 100th anniversary from when the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to three peasant children in Fatima, Portugal. Today we give a historical perspective, what were the three secrets, and what does this mean for us today.
As mothers, we want to activate the most powerful weapon imaginable to help our children succeed in their college-aged years. That weapon is prayer. ...Maribeth shares her wisdom in a deep and meaningful way through this time of transition by providing you with thought-provoking, faith-based, real-life applications to contemporary issues that you and your young adult may face during the exciting, and sometimes challenging, college years and beyond.
Childbirth does rearrange the body! Stephanie and Stacy share some tips for shaping the muscles in the abdomen and pelvis floor. Diastasis recti abdominis is condition from pregnancy or rapid weight loss when the middle abdominal muscle fails to meet. We cover what to do to regain muscle alignment and strength from this occurrence.
We affectionately call the wisdom of Katie Patrizio, Katie's Quips. Today she unpacks mental prayer and discernment. Most often we go to prayer for answers. How do you know the voice of God in prayer? What is His will?
Dating is a failed experiment. Say what? Barbara explains why and how courtship is a better option. Our hearts were not made to be repeatedly broken. Each time a soul tie is made which holds our hearts back. Barbara will get you thinking differently about the dating culture of today.
Chris and Julie go unplugged aka no guests. It is us! We are talking about an age old question: Do you take your baby or toddler to Mass? It can be a challenge with the wiggles and antics of a toddler but to do? You see people doing it: leaving Mass early. We offer some charitable thoughts and insights to the Mass that change your understanding.
Melissa was fourteen years old when she learned she was adopted as a failed abortion survivor. Melissa shares her journey of finding and forgiving her birth mom.
Katie Patrizio is a Catholic Women Now fav. Today she walks us through mental prayer. It sounds like a brain drain but actually is very contemplative and moving. Katie quotes St. Teresa of Avila that if you do fifteen minutes of mental prayer every day, you would become a saint!
Did you every imagine your life story and then to have it changed suddenly? Deb Hadley's life was turned upside down when her daughter, Kaylie died suddenly. Deb was recovering from this sad loss when nine months later her only child, Tyler, died tragically in a car accident. Deb found herself in a spiritual fog when a woman from her church stopped by to pray with her. Life changed for her and now she shares a message of hope in the midst of loss.
Emily and Michele have been friends since college. Realizing that faith filled friendships just don't happen, they saw a need to write about their own friendship. In this book, they introduce us to saints who were best friends, scripture, and virtues that enrich friendships. It is set up as study to be shared with friends and to make new friends.
Being available may mean another thing to do or fit into packed schedule. Katie shares a new idea that affords freedom to our days.
Samantha started out as a liberal feminist until she stumbled into Catholic feminism. She discovered: “God was a much better feminist than me…. This wasn’t the modern feminist movement that also saw femininity as weak and championed women turning themselves into poor imitations of men. No, this breed of feminism challenged me to acknowledge that I wasn’t ‘just like the guys’ and that perhaps this was my strength.” She shares how this happen and what began to change her mind with us today.
Susan Tassone gives the latest on her new book, St. Faustina Prayer Book for Conversion of Sinners.
A beautiful theme emerged for women attending the Well gathering. Lisa Schmidt is here to share the experience with us. Alicia von Stamwitz has written a series of books and today shares her Mother Mary: Inspires words from Pope Francis.
Anne Costas unfolds the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The are many ways to express devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Learn the history and significance of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The messages of Jesus to St. Mary Margaret Alocoque of the immense love Jesus holds in His heart for you!
We have a eclectic show today. Cindy Schulte gives us guidelines for writing an insurance policy for the stay at home mom.
Katy Farley shares her fun gatherings called the Catholic Beer Club. Here in Des Moines, young adults meet regularly at local pubs to discuss faith while enjoying a cold brew and good company of others.
Kasey was raised Methodist. It was when she met her future husband that being Catholic began to foster inside of her. Kasey's journey to the Catholic church was shaped by several miraculous events and and encounter with a holy priest, Fr. Grieving, on her wedding day.
Born to Soar is a beautiful prayer and Scripture journal experience that combines video-based online teaching with written reflection in order to gently coach you through an exploration of the truths of Scripture. Even if you’re learning about the Bible for the very first time, artist, veteran Scripture teacher and founder of Something Greater Ministries Melissa Overmyer will show you how to achieve your full, God-given potential.
The Well seeks to bring women together through fostering spiritual friendships and strengthening communities. Lisa Schmidt gives the preview for this year's gathering for the Well this summer.
This summer why not take a "staycation". An easy two hour drive away, the Grotto of the Redemption in West Bend, Iowa is a great day excursion for families. Andy Milan shares the history and new events happening at the Grotto. Visitors from all over the world travel to see this amazing shrine.
Ellen Miller is enthusiastic and hope filled when she talks about Mary's Meals. This charitable non - profit was started by Magnus Macfarlane. It's mission is to feed children in third world countries one meal a day at their school. Ellen will share the mission and personal stories of her travels to Africa to visit the kids who are benefitting from the work of Mary's Meals.
Angels are a popular topic on Catholic Women Now. Marge Oliviera shares her personal stories of angels in her life and why she started the Angel Connection.
Sarah Christmyer has been writing Bible studies for many years. She has begun her own ministry, Come Into The Word, an online Scripture study and meditation. Sarah shares with us how to do Lectio Divina, an ancient prayer tradition in the Catholic Church. It is the saying "ever old, ever new." Lectio Divina is becoming more popular . Listen in and hear why.
We are celebrating St. Patrick today in the studio. In this episode Julie and Chris share some fun crafts and food ideas to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with your family. Later Lisa Hendey joins us to talk about her new book series, The Chime Travelers" for kids. One in particular is "St. Patrick: The Secret of the Shamrock".
Linda Santos shares the miracles associated with her daughter, Audrey. Born in 1983, Audrey suffered severe brain damage after a near-drowning accident . She was confined to a hospital bed on life support. Many miracles surrounded "little Audrey" while she laid bedridden until her death in 2007.
Heidi Hess Saxton is a convert to the Catholic faith through an encounter with the work of St. Teresa of Calcutta. Moved by St. Teres of Calcutta, Heidi has compiled her writings in a day by day format for Lenten reflection. Heidi shares her inspiration and her conversion today.
Andy La Valle ewas living life large. His Catholic faith of his youth was not important as a successful business man. A challenge from a Holllywood actor, JIm Caviezel, to go to Medjugorje was a game changer. Andy's first reaction to the invite was arrogance. He was not traveling 15 hours in a plane to pray a rosary every day. However, Andy did go to Medjugorje and experienced a profound conversion. Listen in to hear more and what happened when he returned. He is now a strong advocate for fasting and shares why today.
Barbara Heil shares the Father's love through personal stories, modern day parables, and Scripture. She is a gifted teacher with an engaging style.
How does one have a personal relationship with God through the Holy Spirit? This is the question that Fr. Cedric answers for us today. Who is the Holy Spirit? How do we learn to discern the Holy Spirit working with us? This was discussed by the early church as well. Listen in as Fr. Cedric explains and teaches us.
Aime is passionate about Smart Girl Society. Concerned about how social media has affected girls in a negative manner, Aime decided to do something about it. She and her staff run a website educating girls and parents on the navigating social media to avoid the dangers. Though workshops and speaking at highschools, parent groups, and youth groups, Aime coaches girls to promote a positive personal brand on social media. She also shares some apps parents needs to be aware of being available to their teens.
Emily shares a new program called "Christ LIfe". The program is a church wide evangelization tool to bring a personal encounter with Christ to everyone. The program is in its third offering.
Cathy was an avid yoga instructor having taught for 14 years. Desiring to do more with yoga, she began the second level of training. It is while doing the training that she began to become uncomfortable with yoga philosophy. After some soul searching, she found Pietra Fitness, a Catholic stretching program. She has left yoga and is now a trained Pietra Fitness instructor. Cathy shares the details of the dangers of yoga and the healthy alternative with Pietra Fitness.
Now 2000 years later, the Lord is still working miracles to prove He is alive and present in Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity on his altars in the form of Bread and Wine that has been consecrated by a Catholic priest. From a scientific point of view it is well documented that life cannot come from non-living matter. The events presented, each an instance of non-living matter transformed into living matter, are significant standing alone but even stronger when considered together. Tim shares details of these modern miracles and the scientific documentation that confirms the living presence in the Eucharist.
Heidi's journey to the Catholic faith was an encounter with Mother Teresa. Inspired by Mother Teresa's faith, Heidi has written meditations based on St. Teresa of Calcutta's quotes.
Suzanne created "Light Weigh: One King' to help her own overcome her own weight struggles with overeating. Using the tools Jesus gave us and found in the Catholic faith, The Light Weigh program has helped many to overcome their own struggles. "Light Weigh" is a great resource to become better stewards of our bodies.
We all know someone - a parent, sibling, aunt or uncle, coworker, grandparent, child, neighbor, or friend who has either left the Church or never discovered it. We want them to know the joy and peace we've discovered, but the last thing we want to do is to force our faith on them. So how can we bring our loved ones back to the Church?Jesus was the first and greatest evangelizer. As his disciples, we're called to share in his mission to spread his message to others. But going outside your comfort zone to engage the disengaged in meaningful conversations about Catholicism can be overwhelming.
Created to Relate explains the natural gift women have for building and maintaining life-giving relationships. Understanding the role of relationship within the Trinity can help you understand the importance of connection with others—the key to living the Gospel fully and joyfully. Wahlquist shows how you can use your ability to build relationships as a way to lead others to Christ. She provides practical tips to help you stay focused in the midst of the distractions and responsibilities that can lead to superficial connections. Each chapter contains a Scripture reading, reflection, discussion questions, and a practical application exercise. Gain new dignity in your role as a master relationship builder and new confidence in sharing the Gospel with others.
Of their 7 children, Angelica and Jeremy were lost to miscarriage, Gabriel to SIDS at 7 weeks, and Perfectus to an ectopic pregnancy. Erin and Jeremy have spoken and written of their experiences, and have found hope and comfort expressed by their family motto which she coined: Our Broken Hearts are Full of Joy. They share their testimony to give others hope in loss.
Mary Sharon Moore is an author and speaker. She is a facilitator of the "Called and Gifted" workshops through Sienna Institiute. Today she helps us to understand how to hear the voice of God in discerning HIs will for us.
Tim Jamison has long been interested in relics. Today we learn what are relics , how they boost our faith, and what are the different kinds.
The promise of "True Radiance" is simple: Prayerful, faith-filled women become more beautiful as they age, not less. As a woman matures spiritually, as she grows in wisdom and holiness, she increasingly reflects a radiant inner beauty that touches others in countless ways. If you ve ever felt negative about the onset of middle age with its array of physical and psychological challenges, this book can help you redefine your perception of aging. Along the way, you ll gain a greater understanding of the possibilities for relevance, value, and contribution waiting to be discovered. Positive, personal, and practical advice from fellow traveler Lisa Mladinich will inspire and motivate you to thrive in the second half of life."
Denise Bossert joins us to chat about her new book, "Gifts of the Visitation: Nine Spiritual Encounters with Mary and Elizabeth." Denise is a Catholic convert who easily embrace the Blessed Mother. In this book, she has outlined nine gifts that emanate from the Visitation.
Susan Tassone has rightly earned the title, "The Purgatory Lady". Susan has completed her ninth book on Purgatory entitled, St. Faustina Prayer Book for the Holy Souls in Purgatory. Susan is enthusiastic and has a wealth of knowledge of praying for our passed friends and family.
Sister Anne Shields is a prolific author and host of "Food For The Journey" radio program. She is a featured speaker at the upcoming Iowa Catholic Radio Conference. She visits today on how to know and to encounter the "living" God.
In 2012, journalist Arleen Spenceley outed herself as a twenty-six-year-old virgin in a Tampa Bay Times op-ed that went viral. In Chastity Is for Lovers, Spenceley expands on that piece, advocating Catholic teaching on sex and marriage with candor and humor, and without judgment.
Sister Marie Hesed, SOLT, began her religious life as a Missionary of Charity. She experienced a "call within a call" and entered the Society of Our Lady (SOLT) congregation. Through this decision, Sister Marie was being led to start a retreat center. Through an amazing sequence of miraculous moments, Sister Marie found herself in a small Iowa farming community with donated land and people who came forth to help. Sister shares her story and including her time with Mother Teresa.
Fr. Ezra Sullivan, OP, discovered the dangers of yoga for himself. Before being called to the priesthood, Father engaged in yoga as a harmless stretching exercise. What he discovered was the insidious harm yoga has on the spirituality and faith of a person. He shares his experience and the alarming facts and ill effects of yoga.
Her husband's job took her to Russia, the last place Heidi wanted to live. Having time on her hands while her husband worked and her children at school, Heidi decided to take an iconography class. What she learned was more than writing an icon but what increased her faith.