The World Is Noisy - God Whispers®: Recent Episodes
Julia Monnin
Join author and host Julia Monnin as she shares spiritually inspiring thoughts and insights about the ideas found in her extremely personal book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers."
The book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I" is a collection of raw, honest, and thought-provoking reflections from Julia's journal.
Episode 92: "Pilgrimages evoke our earthly journey toward heaven and are traditionally very special occasions for renewal in prayer. For pilgrims seeking living water, shrines are special places for living the forms of Christian prayer 'in Church.'" - CCC, 2691---
Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin shares with listeners Reflections #258 and #263 in her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II and announces an upcoming JRM pilgrimage to France.
Here are the details: Join Fr. Jedidiah Tritle & Julia Monnin, OCDS on a 12-Day Journeys Revealed Ministries Pilgrimage to France! This pilgrimage to France offers you an unforgettable experience in the country that has long been known as the “Eldest daughter of the Church.”
The goal of this pilgrimage is “to put people in communion, in intimacy, with Jesus Christ: only he can lead us to the love of the Father in the Spirit and make us share in the life of the Holy Trinity.” – POPE SAINT JOHN PAUL II, CATECHESI TRADENDAE
September 27-October 8, 2025
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Episode 91: “Ah! what a surprise we shall have at the end of the world when we shall read the story of souls!” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Journeys Revealed Ministries: Glorify the Lord by your life.
Founded in 2019, the mission of JRM is "to spread the Love of Jesus by Sharing the Stories of our Souls, One Intimate Moment at a Time".
Tune in to this episode to listen to SESSION 6 in a six-part series of talks given in Lent of 2024 at JRM's "An Intimate Sharing Between Friends" series. In this session, Mother Marie-Cécile of the Trinity joins author and host Julia Monnin as she talks about St. Thérèse of Lisieux, patroness of JRM.
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Episode 90: “Ah! what a surprise we shall have at the end of the world when we shall read the story of souls!” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Journeys Revealed Ministries: Glorify the Lord by your life.
Founded in 2019, the mission of JRM is "to spread the Love of Jesus by Sharing the Stories of our Souls, One Intimate Moment at a Time".
Tune in to this episode to listen to SESSION 5 in a six-part series of talks given in Lent of 2024 at JRM's "An Intimate Sharing Between Friends" series. In this session, Fr. Jarred Kohn joins author and host Julia Monnin as he talks about St. Anthony of Padua, patron of JRM’s Speaking Ministry.
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Episode 89: “Ah! what a surprise we shall have at the end of the world when we shall read the story of souls!” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Journeys Revealed Ministries: Glorify the Lord by your life.
Founded in 2019, the mission of JRM is "to spread the Love of Jesus by Sharing the Stories of our Souls, One Intimate Moment at a Time".
Tune in to this episode to listen to SESSION 4 in a six-part series of talks given in Lent of 2024 at JRM's "An Intimate Sharing Between Friends" series. In this session, Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin as he talks about St. Teresa of Avila, patron of JRM’s Writing Ministry.
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Episode 88: “Ah! what a surprise we shall have at the end of the world when we shall read the story of souls!” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Journeys Revealed Ministries: Glorify the Lord by your life.
Founded in 2019, the mission of JRM is "to spread the Love of Jesus by Sharing the Stories of our Souls, One Intimate Moment at a Time".
Tune in to this episode to listen to SESSION 3 in a six-part series of talks given in Lent of 2024 at JRM's "An Intimate Sharing Between Friends" series. In this session, Fr. Alex Dugas joins author and host Julia Monnin as he talks about St. Francis de Sales, patron of JRM’s Spiritual Companionship.
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Episode 87: “Ah! what a surprise we shall have at the end of the world when we shall read the story of souls!” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Journeys Revealed Ministries: Glorify the Lord by your life.
Founded in 2019, the mission of JRM is "to spread the Love of Jesus by Sharing the Stories of our Souls, One Intimate Moment at a Time".
Tune in to this episode to listen to SESSION 2 in a six-part series of talks given in Lent of 2024 at JRM's "An Intimate Sharing Between Friends" series. In this session, Fr. Michael Willig joins author and host Julia Monnin as he talks about St. Teresa of Calcutta, patron of JRM’s Outreach and Stewardship.
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Episode 86: “Ah! what a surprise we shall have at the end of the world when we shall read the story of souls!” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Journeys Revealed Ministries: Glorify the Lord by your life.
Founded in 2019, the mission of JRM is "to spread the Love of Jesus by Sharing the Stories of our Souls, One Intimate Moment at a Time". Tune in to this episode to listen to SESSION 1 in a six-part series of talks given in Lent of 2024 at JRM's "An Intimate Sharing Between Friends" series. In this session, Fr. Sean Wilson joins author and host Julia Monnin as he talks about St. Joseph, patron of JRM’s Retreats and Days of Recollection.
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Episode 85: “Ah! what a surprise we shall have at the end of the world when we shall read the story of souls!” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux- - -
Journeys Revealed Ministries: Glorify the Lord by your life.
Founded in 2019, the mission of JRM is "to spread the Love of Jesus by Sharing the Stories of our Souls, One Intimate Moment at a Time". Tune in to this INTRO episode to learn more about a series of talks given during Lent of 2024 at JRM's "An Intimate Sharing Between Friends" series that will be released on this podcast throughout the Easter season. In this episode, author and host Julia Monnin shares with listeners two never-before-shared reflections from her journal that shed light on the conception of JRM.
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Episode 84: "And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one of your members than to have your whole body go into Gehenna. . . . So be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect." - Matthew 5:30, 48---
“Mom, why do you wear black clothes all of the time,” my 6-year-old son asked me inquisitively as we were in the kitchen getting a snack." . . . Well, listeners, you're about to find out!
Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin "shares all" (or at least some) of the reasons behind why she has been wearing black clothes all of the time in recent years. By the end, you'll probably not be surprised at how "unsurprising" this all really is!
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Episode 83: "He was in the world, / and the world came to be through him, / but the world did not know him. / He came to what was his own, / but his own people did not accept him." - John 1:10–11
Tune in to this special "replay" episode as author and host Julia Monnin shares with listeners Season 4, Episode 14 of the Darting Through The Faith* podcast. In this episode, Julia and Fr. Sean Wilson talk about "The Vulnerability of Christ" and how this vulnerability beckons us to receive His love as we strive to imitate Him all the more.
*Learn more about Julia at theworldisnoisy.com
Learn more about the Darting Through The Faith podcast at petersburgparishes.org/podcast
"The World Is Noisy - God Whispers"® podcast is a production of Journeys Revealed Ministries. You can learn more about this Catholic, nonprofit apostolate at journeysrevealed.com
Episode 82: "Be mindful of your mercy, O Lord, and of your steadfast love, / for they have been from of old. / Do not remember the sins of my youth or my transgressions; / according to your steadfast love remember me, / for your goodness’ sake, O Lord!" - Psalm 25:6–7
Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin invites listeners to join her at the 4th annual "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers"® Retreat titled "The Abyss of Christ's Merciful Love." In this episode, Julia shares Reflection #352, "Removed and Set Free from the Past" found in her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations" as she reminds us that this freedom from our sins is a gift of God's mercy that we have all been given, we just have to continuously choose to receive it.
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"For years, Lord, I carried around the guilt of my past. For years, I refused to look back because I simply couldn’t; doing so brought with it a pain I simply couldn’t endure while, at the same time, moving on from my past and being charitable with myself. And yet now, by your grace, I can look back on it with gratitude and even joy. And not because my mistakes weren’t many and great (because they really were), but because of how far removed from them the ocean of your mercy has made me. And so, thank you for completing the healing work of your mercy in me! May you continue to do so, whether I am an active participant in this healing or not. I love you! I thank you! I praise you!" - Julia's closing prayer from Reflection #352, "Removed and Set Free from the Past"
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Episode 81: "Get up and eat, otherwise the journey will be too much for you" (1 Kings 19:7).
Christmas is coming! In this episode, author and host Julia Monnin encourages listeners to pay particularly close attention to the invitations the Lord sends this Advent to REST IN HIM as we prepare our hearts to welcome our newborn King. Julia opens this show by reflecting on some words from St. Teresa of Avila (below) and closes it by reading Reflection #232, "A Moment to Rest" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations."
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“If our nature or health doesn’t allow us to think always about the Passion, since to do so would be arduous, who will prevent us from being with Him in His risen state? We have Him so near in the Blessed Sacrament, where He is already glorified and where we don’t have to gaze upon Him as being so tired and worn out, bleeding, wearied by His journeys, persecuted by those for whom He did so much good . . . Certainly there is no one who can endure thinking all the time about the many trials He suffered. Behold Him here without suffering, full of glory . . . our companion in the most Blessed Sacrament.” – St. Teresa of Avila, The Book of Her Life (Chapter 22, 6)
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Episode 80: "Slow Down and Pay Attention: Those who are longing to live a recollected life should begin by getting in the habit of doing (at the very least) these two things. Slow Down and Pay Attention." - from Julia's book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: The Second Daily Devotional" AVAILABLE NOW at journeysrevealed.com/shop
Join author and host Julia Monnin in this episode as she shares with listeners a talk she gave to a group of women in the fall of 2023. In this "Catholic Girl Talk" presentation, Julia shares with those gathered some thoughts on the beauty of authentic femininity while talking about five of her favorite female saints.
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Episode 79: "[St. Thérèse] has reminded me that it's OK to be small. In a world that tells you you have to be big, it's OK to be small." - Missy Bennett
Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with "His little shopkeeper" Missy Bennett (owner of Silver Cross Catholic Store) for a conversation about St. Thérèse of Lisieux, "The Little Flower," and their shared devotion to her.
Also, be sure to join Missy and Julia for their joint celebration of "2's" at Silver Cross on November 1, 2023. The two are coming together to celebrate both the 2nd Anniversary of the Bennetts owning the store as well as the release of Julia's newest book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: The SECOND Daily Devotional. (Julia will be in the store on 11/1 with her new book from 4-8:00pm.) Check out journeysrevealed.com/events for more details.
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Episode 78: "As the priest listened, I couldn’t help but think that this was the first time I had ever been to Confession with him. 'How unfortunate,' I thought, 'that he doesn’t know more about me so that he could offer me more helpful guidance.' Then, he spoke." - Julia Monnin
Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin reminds listeners of the beauty of the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the priesthood as she shares Reflection #334 "In Persona Christi" and a prayer from Reflection #335 "A Longing to Pray for Priests" both from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations." In this episode, Julia also makes some exciting announcements about the Journeys Revealed Ministries schedule of events (which includes a pilgrimage!) coming up this fall.
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Episode 77: It can be difficult to "age gracefully" and grow in childlike simplicity as one develops into mature adulthood. But these years can be some of the most graced moments of our life as we prepare, not to die, but to be born into eternal life. Join author and host Julia Monnin in this episode as she shares with listeners a talk she gave at a senior living center in the summer of 2023. During the talk, Julia shares with those present some thoughts related to Reflection #209, "Life At All Stages" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations."
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Episode 76: Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin shares with listeners a conversation she had earlier this year with Miriam Marston, host of the "Blazing the Trail"* podcast. In their conversation, Julia shares a little of her conversion story and talks about the mission of the apostolate Journeys Revealed Ministries. In this full episode, Julia also shares with listeners Reflection #309, "More to the Mission" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations." This reflection sheds a little light on the "conception" of JRM back in 2016.
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“Discovering Christ, always again and always more fully, is the most wonderful adventure of our life.” – Pope Saint John Paul II
*Blazing the Trail is a weekly show dedicated to the Church’s mission of evangelization. The conversation dives deeply into what it means and what it looks like to share the Gospel with courage and hope in today’s culture.
Join host Miriam Marston and her special guests to discover how the Holy Spirit continues to set hearts on fire with the love of Christ and inspire people to bring the good news to a world that is aching to hear it.
Miriam Marston is a singer-songwriter, author, and speaker based in Portland. She’s a fan of: Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, G.K. Chesterton, the ocean, Dr. Who, train travel, and Pad Thai. Miriam serves as director of faith formation at St. Anthony Parish in Tigard, Oregon. Discover more about Miriam at MiriamMarston.com.
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Episode 75: "Can there be an evil greater than that of being ill at ease in our own house? What hope can we have of finding rest outside ourselves if we cannot be at rest within? . . . [I]f we don't obtain and have peace in our own house we'll not find it outside. Let this war be ended. Through the blood He shed for us I ask those who have not begun to enter within themselves to do so; and those who have begun, not to let the war make them turn back. . . Let them trust in the mercy of God and not at all in themselves . . . And they shall enjoy many more blessings than one can desire—blessings even in this life, I mean." - St. Teresa of Avila, The Interior Castle (The Second Dwelling Places, Ch. 1, 9)
Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with Fr. Jedidiah Tritle and Catholic therapist Alex Wallace for a conversation about Confession, Therapy, and Spiritual Direction.
RESOURCES:
Ruah Woods Psychological Services: rwpsych.org ph: 513-407-8878
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Alex Wallace: catholictherapists.com/alex-wallace-ma-lmhc-lpcc
Julia Monnin: theworldisnoisy.com
Journeys Revealed Ministries: journeysrevealed.com
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Fr. Jedidiah's Book Recommendations:
"Pocket Guide to the Sacrament of Reconciliation" by Frs. Josh Johnson and Mike Schmitz
"Spiritual Direction: A Guide for Sharing the Father's Love" by Frs. Thomas Acklin and Boniface Hicks "A Catholic Guide to Depression: How the Saints, the Sacraments, and Psychiatry Can Help You Break Its Grip and Find Happiness Again" by Dr. Aaron Kheriaty and Fr. John Cihak
Archived Episode:
Listeners of this episode might also be interested in checking out Season 3, Episode 25 of this podcast titled, "Confession: A Priest's Perspective" with Fr. Sean Wilson released in March of 2020
Episode 74: "Take that risk. Be vulnerable. . . . Come out of hiding, folks!" — Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with Catholic therapist Alex Wallace for a conversation about the problem with loneliness, the beauty of authentic relationships, and the security (not to mention freedom) that can be found in being vulnerable.
RESOURCES:
Ruah Woods Psychological Services: rwpsych.org ph: 513-407-8878
Catholic Therapists: catholictherapists.com
Catholic Physcotherapy Association: catholicpsychotherapy.org
Alex Wallace: catholictherapists.com/alex-wallace-ma-lmhc-lpcc Julia Monnin: theworldisnoisy.com
Journeys Revealed Ministries: journeysrevealed.com
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Archived Episode:
Listeners of this episode might also be interested in checking out Season 4, Episode 48 of this podcast titled, "Freedom is in the Forgiveness: Part 2" with Catholic Therapist Alex Wallace released in October of 2021.
Episode 73: “‘You are uncommonly loved,’ loved by that love of preference that the Master had here below for some and which brought them so far. He does not say to you as to Peter: ‘Do you love Me more than these?’ [see John 21:15] . . . listen to what He tells you: ‘Let yourself be loved more than these! That is, without fearing that any obstacle will be a hindrance to it, for I am free to pour out My love on whom I wish! “Let yourself be loved more than these” is your vocation. . . . This love can rebuild what you have destroyed. Let yourself be loved more than these.’” – St. Elizabeth of the Trinity, The Complete Works: Volume One (Major Spiritual Writings, Let Yourself Be Loved, 2)
Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin unpacks some wisdom from St. Elizabeth of the Trinity and shares with listeners more about what was really going on behind Reflection #270, "Learning to Love the Me that I Hate" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations." In this episode, Julia also makes an exciting announcement . . . special guest, Catholic therapist Alex Wallace, is joining her again for a series of episodes that will be released in June! (Alex first joined Julia for podcast Episode #48, "Freedom is in The Forgiveness: Part 2" back in October of 2021.) Tune in to learn more about what Julia and Alex will be discussing and to find out who else will be joining them for one of their June episodes!
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Episode 72: "So, how would I describe Jesus to someone who knows nothing about Him? Well, I’d start by simply saying that Jesus is my brother. My brother who loved me so much that He couldn’t bear to see me get into trouble. My brother who loved me so much that He couldn’t live knowing that I would die."
"How would you describe Jesus to someone who knows nothing about Him?" Tune in to this month's episode to hear Julia's answer to this question! She'll answer this (and reveal a little inside scoop about some of her notes found in the Acknowledgments section), as she shares with listeners Reflection #238 called "Jesus, My Brother" found in her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations."
"For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. Indeed, rarely will anyone die for a righteous person—though perhaps for a good person someone might actually dare to die. But God proves his love for us in that while we still were sinners Christ died for us. Much more surely then, now that we have been justified by his blood, will we be saved through him from the wrath of God. For if while we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son, much more surely, having been reconciled, will we be saved by his life. But more than that, we even boast in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received reconciliation." - Romans 5:6–11
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Episode 71: "I'm left asking myself one simple question: How will I ever survive without God's help? . . . Quite honestly, I won't." (from Reflection #231, "Worthy to Suffer" in the book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations" by Julia Monnin)
Are you feeling the weight of your Lenten penances and disciplines? Have you found yourself even "failing" at them already? Well, rejoice! And do not be discouraged. Instead, "Remember, you are dust, and to dust you shall return." Yes, remember your radical need for salvation.
"Beloved, do not be surprised that a trial by fire is occurring among you, as if something strange were happening to you. But rejoice to the extent that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that when his glory is revealed you may also rejoice exultantly. If you are insulted for the name of Christ, blessed are you, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you. But let no one among you be made to suffer as a murderer, a thief, an evildoer, or as an intriguer. But whoever is made to suffer as a Christian should not be ashamed but glorify God because of the name." - 1 Peter 4:12–16
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Episode 70: "Days like today really get me thinking. Days like today reaffirm my faith by testing it. Days like today stretch me and, in so doing, make me grow." – from Reflection #206, "Days Like Today" in the book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations" by Julia Monnin
"Are you OK?" she asked me from across the room. "Are you overwhelmed?" she continued.
"Yes, I'm OK," I responded. "And, yes, I'm overwhelmed."
Is it possible to be overwhelmed and OK all at the same time? Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin answers this question for herself.
"Though and army encamp against me, / my heart shall not fear; / though war rise up against me, / yet I will be confident." - Psalm 27:3
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Episode 69: "[Christ] assigns as a duty to every man the dignity of every woman; and simultaneously . . . he also assigns to every woman the dignity of every man." – Pope St. John Paul II (General Audience, November 24, 1982)
New Year, New Book, New Season! . . . Join author and host Julia Monnin on this first episode of Season 6 as she shares with listeners details about the release of her newest book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations"(released January 2, 2023—the 150th Anniversary of the Birth of St. Thérèse of Lisieux). In this episode, Julia also talks about some of the inspiration behind this year's "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" Retreat (which is being held January 20-21, 2023); a retreat called "Do you love Me? . . . Will you fight for Me?". Julia then ends this episode by reading Reflection #229 titled "Manly Men" from her new book, Volume II of her writings.
Visit theworldisnoisy.com or journeysrevealed.com for more details about Julia's newest release and her upcoming retreat.
St. Joseph, Man of Silence, Pray for Us!
“[F]emininity finds itself, in a sense, in the presence of masculinity, while masculinity is confirmed through femininity. . . . The presence of the feminine element, alongside the male element and together with it, signifies an enrichment for man in the whole perspective of his history, including the history of salvation. All this teaching on unity has already been expressed originally in Genesis 2:23.” – Pope St. John Paul II (General Audience, November 21, 1979)
Episode 68: "While they were expressing thanks to him with songs and palm branches [as he made his triumphal entry into Jerusalem], he was weeping because he knew that despite those exterior signs and decorations their hearts were far from him." – St. John of the Cross, The Ascent of Mount Carmel (Book 3, Chapter 38)
Despite all the exterior signs of our preparedness for the birth of Christ (that is, the presents and decorations and cookies and cards, just to name a few), are our hearts far from the Lord's? This is the question author and host Julia Monnin ponders this episode as she shares some thoughts on what it truly means to "Enter into the Heart of Christmas." Using Luke 19:28–48 (Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem, Jesus Weeps over Jerusalem, Jesus Cleanses the Temple) as her inspiration, Julia offers some encouragement for those striving to prepare their hearts well to receive Him. She ends this episode by taking another look at Reflection #148 titled "Stuffed and Consumed" from her first book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I, My Wanderings. (Oh, yeah, and she makes an exciting announcement! . . . Julia's next book, The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II, My Trials and Tribulations will be released January 2, 2023—the 150th Anniversary of the Birth of St. Thérèse of Lisieux.)
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Episode 67: "There comes a moment of grace in every sinner's life, when he must make some choice upon which his salvation depends. At times it is something very simple. . ." - Fr. Sean Davidson, in the book "Saint Mary Magdalene: Prophetess of Eucharistic Love" (published by Ignatius Press)
Join author and host Julia Monnin as she shares with listeners what this "simple choice in a moment of grace" was for her in her own conversion as well as what it might have been in the conversion of Zacchaeus (see Luke 19:1–10) and of St. Mary Magdalene (see Luke 8:1–3). In this episode, Julia also takes another look at Reflection #152 titled "Hide and Go Seek" from her first book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I, My Wanderings.
Episode 66: "Today I was asked the question, 'How has the Lord shown His love for me?' Mercy immediately came to mind. But this then got me wondering, 'What, exactly, is mercy?'" . . .
Taking her inspiration from the Catechism of the Catholic Church (namely, paragraphs 2558, 2559, 2560, and 2725), author and host Julia Monnin spends this episode reminding listeners of the importance of prayer and the reality that "prayer is a battle." In addition to the Catechism, Julia also references Proverbs 4:10-27 as well as Reflection #81 (titled "Learning to Walk") from her first book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I, My Wanderings
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"Prayer is both a gift of grace and a determined response on our part. It always presupposes effort. The great figures of prayer of the Old Covenant before Christ, as well as the Mother of God, the saints, and he himself, all teach us this: prayer is a battle. Against whom? Against ourselves and against the wiles of the tempter who does all he can to turn man away from prayer, away from union with God. We pray as we live, because we live as we pray. If we do not want to act habitually according to the Spirit of Christ, neither can we pray habitually in his name. The 'spiritual battle' of the Christian's new life is inseparable from the battle of prayer." - Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2725
Episode 65: Holding nothing back, author and host Julia Monnin sheds light on some of the longings in her heart during this episode as she reminds herself (and those listening) of "the why" behind all she is doing. (Please note: saying all of this out loud brought Julia to tears on more than one occasion during this recording, so if you're prone to cry when others do, you might want to grab some tissues before tuning in. Just sayin'!) In this episode, Julia references two different reflections from her first book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I: Reflection #170, "Daddy's Little Helper" and Reflection #171, "The Empty Classroom."
"A lone young shepherd lived in pain / . . . his thoughts fixed on a shepherd-girl / his heart an open wound with love. / He weeps, but not from the wound of love, / . . . he weeps in knowing he's been forgotten. . . ." - St. John of the Cross, The Poetry
Episode 64: Have your ever found yourself (perhaps anxiously) wondering how you're ever going to get it all done? Well, sometimes, the answer is simply to make sure you are "putting first things first." And how do you actually make sure you are putting first things first? Well, for starters, you put first things first! Tune in to this month's episode for this (and other mind-blowing practical advice on the matter, lol) from author and host Julia Monnin. In this episode, Julia centers the discussion around Reflection #183 (called "Planting Seeds") found in her first book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I, My Wanderings.
Episode 63: What do the Archdiocese of Cincinnati’s "Beacons of Light" pastoral planning process and host Julia Monnin's forthcoming book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume II"* have in common? You’re about to find out! Tune in to this month's episode for an update on the release of Julia's new book as she takes a look back on her own life sharing with listeners a message of hope related to times of change, loss, and confusion. (And all the emotions that come with it!) Julia ends his month's discussion with Reflection #119 (called "Making Room") found in her first book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I, My Wanderings."
- "Beacons of Light is a multi-year process of pastoral planning for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Groupings of parishes will come together as one faith community. These new 'Families of Parishes' will be stronger, with the resources to focus more on mission than on maintenance. Pastors and parish leaders will then plan for the future of their Family of Parishes." - from https://catholicaoc.org/beacons-of-light
Episode 62: Do I really have to share ALL of that? One of the purposes of Journeys Revealed Ministries (the Catholic, non-profit apostolate that produces this podcast) is "to create a culture of openness to inspire others to break down their walls." On this month's episode, Julia Monnin (author, host, and founder of JRM) discusses this and the importance of being vulnerable with others (sometimes) and with Christ (always) as she takes a closer look at Reflection #178 (called "Deeply Speaking") found in her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I.
"When one has the courage to enter where life is experienced as most unique and most private, one touches the soul of the community." Henri J.M. Nouwen, from the book The Wounded Healer
Episode 61: How do you approach your relationship with God? As a slave, as a mercenary, or as a child? Join author and host Julia Monnin on this month's episode as she ponders this question while taking closer look at Reflection #157 (called "The Sick Day") found in her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I."
"The practice of the moral life animated by charity gives to the Christian the spiritual freedom of the children of God. He no longer stands before God as a slave, in servile fear, or as a mercenary looking for wages, but as a son responding to the love of him who 'first loved us': 'If we turn away from evil out of fear of punishment, we are in the position of slaves. If we pursue the enticement of wages, . . . we resemble mercenaries. Finally if we obey for the sake of the good itself and out of love for him who commands . . . we are in the position of children.'" - Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1828
"With zeal have I been zealous for the Lord God of Hosts." – 1 Kings 19:10 (The motto of the Carmelite Order)
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 5-part Lenten Series in which they take a thematic look at certain aspects of the Christian life while witnessing to their own personal experiences and the experiences of some of the Carmelite Saints. Inspired by St. Augustine's book Retractationes (in which Augustine's aim was to do a better job of presenting the elements of the Catholic faith that he had addressed in previous writings), on this fifth and final episode, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah center their discussion around the theme of "Retractationes."
"For a long time I have been thinking over and planning a task which, with the help of the Lord, I am now beginning, because I think it should be postponed no longer: namely, to review my writings, whether books, letters, or tractates, with a kind of judicial severity, and to indicate, as if with a censor's pen, what displeases me." - St. Augustine (from the Prologue of his book Retractationes)
Show Quotes:
"How few there are who accept failure and weakness, who are content to see themselves on the ground and to be found there by others." - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
". . . To be little is not attributing to oneself the virtues that one practices, believing oneself capable of anything, but to recognize that God places this treasure in the hands of His little child to be used when necessary; but it remains always God's treasure. Finally, it is not to become discouraged over one's faults, for children fall often, but they are too little to hurt themselves very much." - St. Thérèse of Lisieux (Her Last Conversations: Notebook, August 6, no. 8)
". . . [An infidelity would be] A proud thought voluntarily entertained. For example, if I were to say to myself: I have acquired a certain virtue, and I am certain I can practice it. For then, this would be relying upon my own strength, and when we do this, we run the risk of falling into the abyss. . . . I understand very well why St. Peter fell. Poor Peter, he was relying upon himself instead of relying only upon God's strength. . . . I'm very sure that if St. Peter had said humbly to Jesus: 'Give me the grace, I beg You, to follow You even to death,' he would have received it immediately. . . . I'm very certain that Our Lord didn't say anymore to His Apostles through His instructions and His physical presence than He says to us through His good inspirations and His grace. He could have said to St. Peter: 'Ask me for the strength to accomplish what you want.' But no, He didn't because He wanted to show him his weakness, and because, before ruling the Church that is filled with sinners, he had to experience for himself what man is able to do without God's help. Before Peter fell, Our Lord had said to him: 'And once you are converted, strengthen your brethren.' This means: Convince them of the weakness of human strength through your own experience." - St. Thérèse of Lisieux (Her Last Conversations: Notebook, August 7, no. 4)
". . . Yes, I'm like a tired and harassed traveler, who reaches the end of his journey and falls over. Yes, but I'll be falling into God's arms!" - St. Thérèse of Lisieux (Her Last Conversations: Notebook, September 15, no. 2)
"With zeal have I been zealous for the Lord God of Hosts." – 1 Kings 19:10
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 5-part Lenten Series in which they take a thematic look at certain aspects of the Christian life while witnessing to their own personal experiences and the experiences of some of the Carmelite Saints. On this fourth episode, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah center their discussion around the theme of "Mysticism."
Show Quotes:
"So there are many holy persons who have never received one of these favors; and others who receive them but are not holy." - St. Teresa of Jesus (The Interior Castle: The Sixth Dwelling Places, Ch. 9, No. 16)
"[I]t is in the effects and deeds following afterward that one discerns the true value of prayer; there is no better crucible for testing prayer." - St. Teresa of Jesus (The Interior Castle: The Fourth Dwelling Places, Ch. 2, No. 8)
"[H]ow many there must be, like Judas, whom the Lord calls to the apostolate by communing with them, and like Saul, whom He calls to be king, who afterward through their own fault go astray! Thus we can conclude, Sisters, that, in order to merit more and more and avoid getting lost like such persons, our security lies in obedience and refusal to deviate from God's law." - St. Teresa of Jesus (The Interior Castle: The Fifth Dwelling Places, Ch. 3, No. 2)
"If the locutions contain words of favor and consolation from the Lord, let the soul look attentively to see if it thinks that because of them it is better than others. The more it hears words of favor the more humble it should be left; if it isn't, let it believe that the spirit is not from God. One thing very certain is that when the spirit is from God the soul esteems itself less, the greater the favor granted, and it has more awareness of its sins and is more forgetful of its own gain, and its will and memory are employed more in seeking only the honor of God, nor does it think about its own profit, and it walks with greater fear lest its will deviate in anything, and with greater certitude that it never deserved any of those favors but deserved hell." - St. Teresa of Jesus (The Interior Castle: The Sixth Dwelling Places, Ch. 3, No. 17)
"To always be withdrawn from corporeal things and enkindled in love is the trait of angelic spirits not of those who live in mortal bodies. It's necessary that we speak to, think about, and become the companions of those who having had a mortal body accomplished such great feats for God. How much more is it necessary not to withdraw through one's own efforts from all our good and help which is the most sacred humanity of our Lord Jesus Christ." - St. Teresa of Jesus (The Interior Castle: The Sixth Dwelling Places, Ch. 7, No. 6)
"Life is long, and there are in it many trials, and we need to look at Christ our model, how He suffered them, and also at His apostles and saints, so as to bear these trials with perfection. Jesus is too good a companion for us to turn away from Him and His most blessed Mother, and He is very pleased that we grieve over His sufferings even though we sometimes leave aside our own consolation and delight." - St. Teresa of Jesus (The Interior Castle: The Sixth Dwelling Places, Ch. 7, No. 13)
"I want to tell you again here lest someone think that the reason [the Lord grants so many favors] is solely for the sake of giving delight to these souls; that thought would be a serious error. His Majesty couldn't grant us a greater favor than to give us a life that would be an imitation of the life His beloved Son lived. Thus I hold for certain that theses favors are meant to fortify our weakness, as I have said here at times, that we may be able to imitate Him in His great sufferings." - St. Teresa of Jesus (The Interior Castle: The Seventh Dwelling Places, Ch. 4, No. 4)
"With zeal have I been zealous for the Lord God of Hosts." – 1 Kings 19:10 (The motto of the Carmelite Order)
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 5-part Lenten Series in which they take a thematic look at certain aspects of the Christian life while witnessing to their own personal experiences and the experiences of some of the Carmelite Saints. On this third episode, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah center their discussion around the theme of "Redemptive Suffering."
Show Quotes:
"When someone desires to suffer, it is no merely a pious reminder of the suffering of the Lord. Voluntary expiatory suffering is what truly and really unites one to the Lord intimately. When it arises, it comes from an already existing relationship with the Christ. For by nature, a person flees from suffering. And the mania for suffering caused by a perverse lust for pain differs completely from the desire to suffer in expiation. Such lust is not a spiritual striving, but a sensory longing no better than other sensory desires; in fact worse, because it is contrary to nature. Only someone whose spiritual eyes have been opened to the supernatural correlations of worldly events can desire suffering in expiation, and this is only possible for people in whom the Spirit of Christ dwells." - St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein)
"There is no wood like that of the cross for lighting the fire of love in the soul!" - St. Elizabeth of the Trinity
"More effective than the mortification one practices according to one's own choice is the cross that God lays upon one, exteriorly and interiorly." - St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein)
"It seems to me it is being realized in me, on this little bed that is the altar on which I am being immolated to Love. . . . If you knew what a world of destruction I feel throughout my whole being; the road to Calvary has opened, and I am quite joyful to walk it like a bride beside the divine Crucified." - St. Elizabeth of the Trinity
"So, when the divine Master finds a soul generous enough to share His cross, He takes her as a partner in His suffering, and that soul must accept it as a proof of the love of Him who wants her to be like Him." - St. Elizabeth of the Trinity
- Books mentioned in this episode include:
"The Way of the Cross with the Carmelite Saints" - Compiled and Illustrated by Sister Joseph Marie, CHT
"He Is My Heaven: The Life of Elizabeth of the Trinity" - by Jennifer Moorcroft
"To Quell the Terror: The True Story of the Carmelite Martyrs of Compiègne" - by William Bush
"God Is Love: Saint Teresa Margaret, Her Life" - by Margaret Rowe
(All titles are available at icspublications.org)
"With zeal have I been zealous for the Lord God of Hosts." – 1 Kings 19:10 (The motto of the Carmelite Order)
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 5-part Lenten Series in which they take a thematic look at certain aspects of the Christian life while witnessing to their own personal experiences and the experiences of some of the Carmelite Saints. On this second episode, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah center their discussion around the theme of "Discernment."
Show Quotes:
"Let us lovingly eat this bread of the will of God. If sometimes His will is more crucifying, we can doubtless say with our adored Master: 'Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass me by,' but we will add immediately: 'Yet not as I will, but as you will; [Mt. 26:39]; and in strength and serenity, with the divine Crucified, we will also climb our Calvary singing in the depths of our hearts and raising a hymn of thanksgiving to the Father." - St. Elizabeth of the Trinity
"This time of uncertainty about being able to enter Carmel was valuable; she was able to penetrate to the inner heart of the Carmelite life that was union with God by love, rather than pining for the externals. She realized a true Carmelite spirit was not something that could be taken away from her; she could be a genuine Carmelite wherever she was." - Jennifer Moorcroft (in the book He Is My Heaven: The Life of Elizabeth of the Trinity)
"When the soul reaches the stage at which it pays little attention to praise, it pays much less to disapproval; on the contrary, it rejoices in this. . . This is an amazing truth. Blame does not intimidate the soul but strengthens it ... . And since it clearly experiences the benefits of persecution, it acquires a special and very tender love for its persecutors. It seems to it that they are greater friends and more advantageous than those who speak well of it." - St. Teresa of Jesus
"I keep having to think of Queen Esther who was taken from among her people precisely that she might represent them before the King. I am a very poor and powerless little Esther, but the King who chose me is infinitely great and merciful." - St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein)
"With zeal have I been zealous for the Lord God of Hosts." – 1 Kings 19:10 (The motto of the Carmelite Order)
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 5-part Lenten Series in which they take a thematic look at certain aspects of the Christian life while witnessing to their own personal experiences and the experiences of some of the Carmelite Saints. On this first episode, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah center their discussion around the theme of "Lent."
Show Quotes:
"Cast all your anguish and concerns into His Heart. You can unite your agonies to His; He wanted to suffer first so that in crucifying hours we might be able to say, while looking at Him: 'He has suffered even more than I, and did so in order to tell me of His love and to lay claim to mine.'" - St. Elizabeth of the Trinity
"He who seeks not the cross of Christ seeks not the glory of Christ" - St. John of the Cross
"The bridal union of the soul with God is the goal for which she was created, purchased through the cross, consummated on the cross, and sealed for all eternity with the cross." - St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein)
"This is the reason for prayer, my daughters, the purpose of this spiritual marriage: the birth always of good works, good works." - St. Teresa of Jesus
Episode 55: Join author and host Julia Monnin on this extremely personal follow up episode during which she shares with listeners more of the details on how the Lord healed her and freed her from "The Monster" living in her closet. She does this while taking another look at Reflection #50, "Greater Conversion" found in her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers. She is also joined on this episode by special guest Fr. Sean Wilson who shares some theological insights regarding the freedom from and destruction of sin in our own lives and how this spiritual reality can be seen, at least on some level, in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.
Episode 54: "Charm is deceptive and beauty fleeting; the woman who fears the Lord is to be praised" (Proverbs 31:30). Join author and host Julia Monnin on this extremely personal episode during which she shares with listeners the details of how the Lord healed her and freed her from "The Monster" living in her closet. She does this while taking another look at Reflection #106 from her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers.
"Then, as in the days of my childhood, I cried out: 'My God "I choose all!" I don't want to be a saint by halves, I'm not afraid to suffer for You, I fear only one thing: to keep my own will; so take it, for 'I choose all" that You will!'" - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 4-part Advent Series on the life and soul of St. Thérèse, the Little Flower. On this fourth episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss their final thoughts on Thérèse's Story of a Soul as well as Her Last Conversations and recommend a few other books to consider reading*.
"I feel that my mission is about to begin, my mission of making others love God as I love Him, my mission of teaching my little way to souls. If God answers my requests, my heaven will be spent on earth up until the end of the world. Yes, I want to spend my heaven in doing good on earth." - St. Thérèse
*The books on St. Thérèse mentioned in this episode are . . .
"Story of a Soul: Study Edition" - by St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Translated by John Clarke, O.C.D., Prepared by Marc Foley, O.C.D.
"St. Thérèse of Lisieux: Her Last Conversations" - Translated by John Clarke, O.C.D.
"Maurice & Thérèse: The Story of a Love" - by Patrick Ahern
"The Love That Keeps Us Sane: Living the Little Way of St. Thérèse of Lisieux" - by Marc Foley, O.C.D.
"The Way of Trust and Love: A Retreat Guided by St. Thérèse of Lisieux" - by Jacques Philippe
"Letters of St. Thérèse of Lisieux: Volume I and Volume II" - Translated by John Clarke, O.C.D.
"I Believe In Love: A Personal Retreat Based on the Teaching of St. Thérèse of Lisieux" - by Fr. Jean C. J. d Elbée
"Stronger than Steel: Soldiers of the Great War Write to Thérèse of Lisieux" - by Les Poilus
"St. Thérèse of Lisieux: Spouse and Victim" - by Cliff Ermatinger
"Saint Thérèse of Lisieux: Story of a Life" - by Guy Gaucher, O.C.D.
"Then, as in the days of my childhood, I cried out: 'My God "I choose all!" I don't want to be a saint by halves, I'm not afraid to suffer for You, I fear only one thing: to keep my own will; so take it, for 'I choose all" that You will!'" - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 4-part Advent Series on the life and soul of St. Thérèse, the Little Flower. On this third episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss Chapters 9-11 (Manuscripts B and C) of her book Story of a Soul.
"I understand now that charity consists in bearing with the faults of others, in not being surprised at their weakness, in being edified by the smallest acts of virtue we see them practice." - St. Thérèse
"Then, as in the days of my childhood, I cried out: 'My God "I choose all!" I don't want to be a saint by halves, I'm not afraid to suffer for You, I fear only one thing: to keep my own will; so take it, for 'I choose all" that You will!'" - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 4-part Advent Series on the life and soul of St. Thérèse, the Little Flower. On this second episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss Chapters 5-8 in Manuscript A of her book Story of a Soul.
"And now I have no other desire except to love Jesus unto folly. . . . Neither do I desire any longer suffering or death, and still I love them both; it is love alone that attracts me . . . Now, abandonment alone guides me." - St. Thérèse
"Then, as in the days of my childhood, I cried out: 'My God "I choose all!" I don't want to be a saint by halves, I'm not afraid to suffer for You, I fear only one thing: to keep my own will; so take it, for 'I choose all" that You will!'" - St. Thérèse of Lisieux
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 4-part Advent Series on the life and soul of St. Thérèse, the Little Flower. On this first episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss Chapters 1-4 in Manuscript A of her book Story of a Soul.
Show Quote: "Thérèse taught me how to pray by teaching me how to love." - Fr. Jedidiah Tritle
Episode 49: " . . . I don't know what interest you could possibly have in reading all these confused and poorly expressed ideas. Well, dear Mother, I am not writing to produce a literary work, but only through obedience . . . " - St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Story of a Soul
What do the words found in Mark 3:13 about Jesus calling the twelve, St. Thérèse's opening words in her book Story of a Soul, and author and host Julia Monnin's own story have to do with one another? Tune in to find out!
On this episode, Julia also announces the official release of the Second Editions of both of her books (available for purchase at journeysrevealed.com/shop/) and introduces an upcoming Advent Podcast Series all while taking another look at Reflection #126 ("Painfully Obedient") from her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I.
Episode 48: "When we choose not to forgive (and, as hard as it is may be to do at times, it really is a choice), we set ourselves up to fail. We chain ourselves to the past. We drink our own poison. Christ, though, wants to set us free. In fact, He died so that we could have this freedom. And I think that’s why He asks us to forgive in the first place. Yes, as I see it, the freedom He offers to each of us is in the forgiveness." - from Reflection #99 "Forgiveness" in the book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I"
Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin continues this 2-part series on Forgiveness as she sits down with Catholic Counselor, Alex Wallace. On this month's episode the two will take a closer look at the process of forgiveness from a psychological and emotional point of view.
Then Peter approaching asked him, “Lord, if my brother sins against me, how often must I forgive him? As many as seven times?” Jesus answered, “I say to you, not seven times but seventy-seven times. - (Matthew 18:21–22)
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Episode 47: "When we choose not to forgive (and, as hard as it is may be to do at times, it really is a choice), we set ourselves up to fail. We chain ourselves to the past. We drink our own poison. Christ, though, wants to set us free. In fact, He died so that we could have this freedom. And I think that’s why He asks us to forgive in the first place. Yes, as I see it, the freedom He offers to each of us is in the forgiveness." - from Reflection #99 "Forgiveness" in the book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I"
Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin introduces this 2-part series on Forgiveness. On this month's episode, she reminds listeners of the (sometimes harsh) reality that (according to the words of Jesus Himself as recorded in Sacred Scripture) forgiveness is not an option. Next month, Julia will sit down with Catholic Counselor, Alex Wallace to expand on this spiritual reality while also looking at forgiveness from the psychological and emotional point of view.
Episode 46: What does it really mean to "Be still and know" (Psalm 46:11)? Join author and host Julia Monnin as she laughs about the time Jesus told her to "Shut Up!" and shares thoughts on what it really means to actively listen (to others around us and to God in prayer). She does this while taking another look at Reflection #45 ("Be Still") found in her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I.
Episode 45: "My soul thirsts for you in the noise of my day, Lord. Thank you for these moments of rest in your arms. Thank you for these moments of silence in your presence. Help me to serve you in my daily duties and to seek you always. May my heart never stop longing for you." - Join author and host Julia Monnin as she talks about the beauty of Eucharistic Adoration while sharing with listeners what was really going on in her when she wrote Reflections #67 ("Unchanged") and #188 ("Not Julia, Jesus") found in her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I.
Episode 44: What do donuts have to do with us being used as instruments in the Lord's hands? You're about to find out! Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin takes another look at Reflection #105 titled “God's Measure” from her book The World Is Noisy – God Whispers: Volume I as she shares with listeners, what will now and forever be known to her as, "The Donut Story."
Episode 43: Ever wonder why God chooses such weak creatures like ourselves to do His work and to be His instruments? You’re not alone! Tune in to this episode to hear how author and host Julia Monnin wrestles with the self-doubt in her own life related to her (many and great) inabilities and imperfections. She does this while taking another look at Reflection #120, “The Inner Desire” from her book The World Is Noisy – God Whispers: Volume I.
"Remember always that you came here for no other reason than to be a saint; thus let nothing reign in your soul that does not lead you to sanctity." - St. John of the Cross
Tune in as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 6-part Lenten Series on the writings of St. John of the Cross. On this sixth episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss the Poetry and Special Counsels of St. John of the Cross.
"In the first place it should be known that if a person is seeking God, his beloved is seeking him much more."- St. John of the Cross
Tune in as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 6-part Lenten Series on the writings of St. John of the Cross. On this fifth episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss St. John's work "The Living Flame of Love."
"Think nothing else but that God ordains all, and where there is no love, put love, and you will draw out love..." - St. John of the Cross
Tune in as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 6-part Lenten Series on the writings of St. John of the Cross. On this fourth episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss St. John's works "Sayings of Light and Love" and "The Letters".
"One dark night,
fired with love's urgent longings
- ah, the sheer grace! -
I went out unseen,
my house being now all stilled."
- St. John of the Cross
Tune in as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 6-part Lenten Series on the writings of St. John of the Cross. On this third episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss St. John's work "The Dark Night."
"... I should not consider any spirituality worthwhile that would walk in sweetness and ease and run from the imitation of Christ." - St. John of the Cross
Tune in as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 6-part Lenten Series on the writings of St. John of the Cross. On this second episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss St. John's work "The Ascent of Mount Carmel."
"Since you know now that your desired Beloved lives hidden within your heart, strive to be really hidden with Him, and you will embrace Him within you and experience Him with loving affection." - St. John of the Cross
Tune in is as Fr. Jedidiah Tritle joins author and host Julia Monnin for this 6-part Lenten Series on the writings of St. John of the Cross. On this first episode in the series, Julia and Fr. Jedidiah discuss St. John's work "The Spiritual Canticle."
Episode 36: Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin introduces an upcoming 6-part Lenten Podcast Series that she will host with special guest Fr. Jedidiah Tritle focused on the writings of St. John of the Cross. On this episode Julia also shares the details of why she has grown in her devotion to this great mystical Doctor of the Church while taking another look at Reflection #66, "Consider it all joy?" from her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I.
Episode 35: "They that hope in the Lord will renew their strength, they will soar on eagles' wings; They will run and not grow weary, walk and not grow faint" (Isaiah 40:31). Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin spends some time reflecting on what Scripture tells us we should do when we find ourselves growing weary in this world while taking another look at Reflection #134, "Renewed" from her book The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I.
Episode 34: How do we become people who wait well? This is the question author and host Julia Monnin wrestles with on this incredibly personal episode. Tune in as Julia shares what she learned about waiting during the long 10 years she and her husband carried the cross of infertility. Here are a few highlights from the show: Waiting is not a waste of time. Waiting is a time of preparation and purification. Waiting is proof of God's mercy at work in the life of our souls. Waiting is an opportunity to grow in virtue and a reason to give thanks.
Episode 33: It's been three years since author and host Julia Monnin published her first book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I". Tune in to this month's episode to hear what she has learned during these three years post-publication. (Hint, Hint: It has little to do with perfection and lots to do with surrender!) Julia also takes another look at Reflection #73 from the book (called "A Leap of Faith") and announces its official release on Kindle.
Episode 32: On this month's episode, author and host Julia Monnin introduces listeners to two of her favorite Saints, Teresa of Avila and Thérèse of Lisieux, while discussing briefly the differences between vocal, meditative, and contemplative prayer. She also takes a closer look at Reflection #115 "Fruits of Prayer" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 31: Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin makes a special announcement regarding the start up of her Catholic nonprofit "Journeys Revealed Ministries" while taking another look at Reflection #13 "A New Normal" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 30: We may know that worry is futile, but how do we actually turn the endless running-of-our-minds off? In this episode author and host Julia Monnin ponders the directives related to worry that Jesus himself gives us as found in Matthew 6:25-34 while she takes another look at Reflection #27 "Worried Worrying" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 29: Should you speak up or should you remain silent? Often we find ourselves in this situation and wonder what the Lord really wants us to do. Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin ponders this question while taking another look at Reflection #127 "The Silent Response" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 28: What does it mean to discern? How do we really know for sure that what we are doing is God's will? These are questions every faithful Christian wrestles with at some point in their journey of discipleship. Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin discusses the process of discernment and gives four easy steps every discerning soul might want to consider taking along the way. Julia also takes another look at Reflection #6, "The Question" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I"
Episode 27: Now, more than ever, "[we] need endurance to do the will of God" (Hebrews 10:36). But what does it mean, practically speaking, to endure? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin discusses this with special guest, "Endurance Expert", author John Wood. Julia also offers insight into Reflection #137, "Losing Momentum" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I"
To learn more about Dr. John and his work, visit www.extraordinarymission.com
Episode 26: We all suffer, but few of us know how to suffer well. Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin talks about the power of the Cross while sharing insights into Reflection #110, "Exposed" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 25: Ever wonder what is really going through the priest's mind during the Sacrament of Reconciliation? Here is your chance to find out! Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with Fr. Sean Wilson to find out what Confession is like from the priest's point of view. Julia also gives listeners a fresh look at Reflection #142 "Short Lines" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 24: "To embark means to depart; to go ahead is to leave behind. We can only make a new beginning in life when we give up an old way of living." - Marc Foley, O.C.D.
Is there something in your life that God is asking you to end? Is there something in your life that God is asking you to begin? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin encourages listeners to ponder these questions in their own lives as a means to spiritually prepare for the upcoming season of Lent and takes another look at Reflection #117 "Detailed Planning" from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers".
Episode 23: What did God do in your soul in the past year? And where might He be leading you in the year to come? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin wonders what it truly means to live a life of recollection and takes a closer look at Reflection #33, "A Year in Review" from her first book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 22: How can we overcome the many distractions that come up in our lives, especially during the busyness of the Holiday Season? And what is the difference between "giving up" and "surrendering to God's Holy Will"? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin tackles these question by taking a look at Reflection #124, "Ever-Present" from her first book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 21: A message on prayer and an exciting announcement! - Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin announces the release of her second book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: The Daily Devotional" and shares the providential connection between this new book, a Chair in her living room, and Reflection #163 in her first book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers: Volume I".
Episode 20: Avoid the quick fix. Remember, slow and steady wins the race. Trust that God will give you "just enough" to keep you moving forward: these are a few of the ideas talked about on this month's podcast. Tune in as host Julia Monnin makes a connection between the "Little by Little, Step by Step" journey of the soul and "The Little Way" of St. Thérèse of Lisieux while she gives another inside look into the "Just Enough" reflection (Reflection #96) found in her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers." ®
Episode 19: On this episode Julia, humbly and humorously, shares with listeners a few of the Christian terms she (embarrassingly) didn't know the meaning of until recently. She also gives an inside look into the "Simple Minds" reflection (Reflection #36) from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 18: "Humble Pie" - Tune in as Julia gives listeners an inside look into Reflection #89 from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ® and gives practical advice on how to grow in virtue.
Episode 17: "Unhealed Memories" - Tune in as Julia gives listeners an inside look into Reflection #141 from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 16: "Letting Go" - Tune in as Julia gives listeners an inside look into Reflection #109 from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 15: On this exciting episode, Julia talks about the "something new" God has been doing in her life and officially announces the start up of her nonprofit entity "Journeys Revealed Ministries."
Episode 14: "Pierced Hearts" - Tune in as Julia gives listeners an inside look into Reflection #133 from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 13: "FREEDOM!" - Tune in as Julia gives listeners an inside look into Reflection #51 from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 12: "Honest Conversation" - Tune in as Julia gives listeners an inside look into Reflection #116 from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 11: "Words that Speak" - Tune in as Julia gives listeners an inside look into Reflection #10 from her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 10: "Section X: The Discovery" - On this episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the tenth section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 9: "Section IX: The Wait" - On this episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the ninth section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 8: "Section VIII: The Holidays" - On this episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the eighth section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 7: "Section VII: . . . The Beginning of Another" - On this episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the seventh section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 6: "Section VI: The End of One Chapter. . ." - On this episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the sixth section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 5: "Section V: The Steps Forward" - On this episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the fifth section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 4: "Section IV: The The Pep Talk" - On this episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the fourth section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 3: "Section III: The Noise" - On this episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the third section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 2: "Section II: The Pruning" - On this second episode Julia gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the second section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®
Episode 1: "Section I: The Foundation" - On this first episode Julia introduces the vision of the podcast and gives listeners a behind the scenes look into the first section of her book "The World Is Noisy - God Whispers" ®