The Paloma Grace Podcast: Recent Episodes
Paloma Grace Ministries
This podcast is for young Catholic women who seek to live a life alive in grace and led by the Holy Spirit. We are imperfect women following a perfect God.
Hey friend :) We are nearing the end of our series on VISION - to define and explore the women we aspire to be. In this episode, we focus on the fifth vision we have for ourselves as Christian women and a ministry team:
"I am a woman who returns to scripture, prayer and the sacraments as often as she finds herself in need of Living Water."
Where do we turn when we are tired? Lonely? Bored? Sister, where in your life can you carve out time with the Lord to allow his voice, truth and Word be the Living Water to your soul?
Our Flames:
Anna: Blessed Is She Advent Devotional
Sofia: Stay tuned :)
Evie: Stay tuned :)
Hey friend :) We are jumping into part four of our series on VISION - to define and explore the women we aspire to be. In this episode, we focus on the fourth vision we have for ourselves as Christian women and a ministry team:
"I am a woman who abandons the pursuit of perfection and surrenders control to her Almighty Dad."
In which areas of your life do you pursue success apart from God? How can we abandon this unnecessary pursuit to rest and gain stability in his protection?
Our Flames:
Anna: 15 minutes in the chapel & Simmer Pot Recipes for fall
Sofia: Fasting from Technology and selling apple watches :)
Evie: Reading books and completing crossword puzzles
Hey friend :) We bring you episode three of our series on VISION - to define and explore the women we aspire to be. In this episode, we focus on the third vision we have for ourselves as Christian women and a ministry team:
"I am woman who gives her heart away in love to all those she encounters without condition or reservation."
With full knowledge of God's love for us, can we love without fear? Can we refine the intentions by which we give our hearts to others? What does it look like to act as a harbor for souls by an invitation flowing with love?
Our Flames:
Anna: She Chose Me by RaeLynn
Sofia: Scoring Goals and Returning to Childhood Joy
Evie: The Return of Concerts
Hey friend :) Here we are in episode two of our series on VISION - to define and explore the women we aspire to be. In this episode, we focus on the second vision we have for ourselves as Christian women and a ministry team:
"I am a woman who picks out the gold in others along the road of discipleship. She serves and provides refuge. She speaks highly of all God’s children."
Do we often perceive other women as a threat to our own confidence and identity? How can we participate in a cultural shift that radically transforms our perception of one another as sisters? Where and with whom can we provide refuge for the brokenhearted, weary and restless?
Our flames:
Anna: Beloved Quote (and sticker) from Henri Nouwen
Sofia: "I myself am very convinced about you." Romans 15:14
Evie: He Has Always Been Faithful
Hey friend :) I can't believe it, but here we are in season two! Our theme for this season is VISION - to define and explore the women we aspire to be. In this episode, we focus on the first vision we have for ourselves as Christian women and a ministry team:
"I am a woman who is unwaveringly confident as a result of the trust she has in the beloved and unique purpose the Lord sewed into her dry bones when He brought her to life."
How can we cultivate this kind of confidence that suspends above life's circumstances? Do we often contemplate the intentional and detailed craftsmanship of God in our own souls?
Our flames:
Anna: The Chosen: John, Chapter 3
Sofia: Litany of Humility
Evie: "And now that you don't have perfect, you can be good." -John Steinbeck
Hey friend! Can you believe it?! We are wrapping up season one! Today we chat about the Sacrament of Confession. For us, this topic in many ways is a reflection of our three hearts. We discuss the tangible mercy of God and the hesitations we each have experienced throughout ourselves to accept such forgiveness. We open up about feelings like we need to prove ourselves, or turn our confession into a prettier speech. We are praying for you between now and season two! May God grant you peace and abundant blessing always.
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Her Incredible Students!
Sofia: Walks with Family and Miraculous Conversions <3
Anna Grace: "When I Lock Eyes with You" by Maverick City Music
Hey friend! This episode is quite special for us. We spend time talking about the feminine genius and St. John Paul II’s "Letter to Women". What is the feminine genius? How do we reconcile sensitivity and the call to holiness? What in the world are to do with the equal pressure between being “too much” and “not enough”?
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: The love of a man for his wife, in sickness and in health
Sofia: Hometown lakeside sunsets
Anna Grace: “Entrusted with the Feminine Genius” A talk by Sr. Mary Madeline Todd at the 2019 Given Forum on Formed.com
Hey friend! In this episode we unpack the meaning and power of memorials. We discuss the reason we build memorials and what they are meant to signify. Finding inspiration in St. Ignatius of Loyola's teaching on consolation and desolation, memorials call to remembrance what God has done and also prophesy that same promise over the rest of our stories. We are praying for you always.
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Little brother’s Instagram posts from their younger days :)
Sofia: Visiting friends in their hometowns
Anna Grace: Letters to Future Love and Life
Hey friend! In this episode we talk all things friendship. An ideal of all woman, faithful sisterhood can seem elusive at times. What are the qualities of faithful friendships? What are we to do if we find ourselves in loneliness? We chat about our experiences with friendship (both positive and negative) and practical ways to gain our bearings in relationship as we journey through life. As always, our prayers are with you.
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Retreats and Outdoor Mass
Sofia: Jesus Present in the Eucharist
Anna Grace: "I used to make apologies for my sensitivity. But your heart is not a liability. It is a life source to you, the church and the rest of the world." -Michelle Benzinger
Hey friend! In this episode we finish our series on life with the Holy Spirit. We talk about the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of Promise. As we revel in the beauty of Pentecost, we learn more about what we can do while we await God's promises. How can the Holy Spirit bring us to a life more fully alive? Can our remembrance bring about a joy in the waiting and uncertainty? What does holy anticipation look like?
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Father George
Sofia: Sweet coworkers who get you flowers and show you Jesus' love
Anna Grace: "Jesus, I trust in you" sweatshirt from Blessed is She.
Hey friend! In this episode we continue our series on life with the Holy Spirit. We talk about the Holy Spirit's role as our Counselor. What is the consolation that the Holy Spirit offers us? What can we do when we feel like life is beating us up? Jesus explains that the peace He offers us is different from this world, so how can we tune our eye sight to seek this peace that surpasses understanding. We are praying for you!
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Home videos and photos from childhood
Sofia: Friends who get you (and get you a sombrero!)
Anna Grace: "Rest In Peace" by Seph Schlueter
Hey friend! In this episode we begin another series on life with the Holy Spirit. We particularly discuss what it means that the Holy Spirit is our Advocate. What does this title mean and how can that change our lives? We chat about how as our awareness of the Holy Spirit’s presence dwelling within us grows, we remember the access we have to a freedom beyond comprehension. We are praying for you!
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Worship nights at Notre Dame and soaking up the last bits of college
Sofia: Introducing family to friends and cute nephews becoming best friends with your best friends :)
Anna Grace: The Wild Goose Series by Dave Pivonka
Hey friend! In this episode we finish our three part series on mercy. This time we focus on the mercy we extend toward others. Even more specifically, we talk about our tendency as women to lead with suspicion and resent the gifts or beauty of other women. How can we detach ourselves from such a broken approach to sisterhood and relationships? What radical changes can we make so as to never create an atmosphere of competition or vanity? There is such wholeness and richness in this episode. We are praying for you.
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Notes to self for the future <3
Sofia: Dream boards and intentional prayers to disciple others :)
Anna Grace: My dear friend Molly (go introduce yourself to someone new this week!)
Hey friend! In this episode we continue our three part series on mercy. We focus our discussion on how to have mercy with ourselves. How can we extinguish the self-deprecating thoughts that so often frequent our hearts? What are we meant to do with our weakness and sin? How can we accept the same mercy God continues to offer us in his blood and sacrifice? If you struggle to love and forgive yourself, this episode is for YOU!
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Music <3
Sofia: Road trips, Fireworks and Joyful Friendship
Anna Grace: Simple, healing text messages (from sweet grandmas!)
Hey friend! In this episode we begin our three part series on mercy. Our chat this time focuses specifically on the nature of God's Divine Mercy and our personal experiences encountering God's love in despite our weakness. Is there a threshold to his offering of reconciliation? Do we believe in a relationship of tolerance or one of unconditional forgiveness? What qualifies us to receive his grace and mercy?
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Our Flames:
Evie: Sand Dunes w/loved ones
Sofia: Sombreros, Chips & Salsa!
Anna Grace: The Lanky Guys Podcast
Hey friend! Today we talk about the reality of exile, its purpose, and our holy response to such a season. Why does God allow exile? What is our own “Egypt”? How do we respond when our circumstances in life are far from ideal?
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Resources mentioned:
“Theresa” by Audrey Assad
Our Flames:
Evie: Movie Nights
Sofia: Faithful & Present Friends
Anna Grace: "Jireh" by Maverick City Music
Hey friend! Today we talk about the epidemic of comparison in our lives. What triggers our tendencies to compare and determine "inadequacy"? How can we combat these attempts of the Devil to discourage us? We chat about all these things and more in today's episode!
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
Resources mentioned:
- The Saint That is Just Me by Danielle Rose
Our Flames:
- Evie: "The Gifts of Imperfection" by Brené Brown
- Sofia: Jesus the Hairbrusher
- Anna Grace: Praying with Jesus in the Garden Meditation with Father Mark Toups
Hey friend! In this episode, we discuss the nature of the Lord's love and his relentless pursuit of our hearts. We explore this topic through the lens of the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15). We chat about why we often struggle to receive - or can even refuse - his daring love. We talk about what it means to accept love from a God who declares, "I would create the universe again just to hear you say you love Me."
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on instagram.
We are praying for you, may God bless you!
Resources mentioned:
- "The Return of the Prodigal Son" by Henri Nouwen
- "Be Healed" by Dr. Bob Schuchts
- The Diary of St. Faustina
- Be Satisfied in Me Prayer
Hey friend! In this episode we discuss ways in which we can create and sustain a holy tempo of life. Why is it so difficult to cultivate stillness in our days? What are ways we can begin to interrupt the culture of hurry that so often consumes us? We laugh, talk about some great books, and learn to rest through this conversation.
Books mentioned in this podcast:
"The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry" by John Mark Comer
"The Power of Silence by Robert Cardinal Sarah
"The Rhythm of Life" by Matthew Kelly
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on instagram.
We are praying for you, may God bless you!
Hey friend! In this episode we talk about spiritual poverty and how we can come to experience a greater intimacy with the Lord when we embrace our weakness.
To learn more about our ministry, check out our website palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
We are praying for you, may God bless you!
Hi friend!
In this first episode of the Paloma Grace Podcast we discuss our passions and how we can derive our holy purpose from both our longings and joy. We introduce who we are, our ministry and our hope for this podcast.
To learn more about our ministry, check out palomagrace.net or @palomagraceministries on Instagram.
We are praying for you, may God bless you!