A Seeking Heart

Allison speaks with author, Barbara Lee, about her new book, Answering God's Call: a Scripture-Based Journey for Older Adults (Loyola Press).

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Purchase the book: Loyola https://store.loyolapress.com/answering-gods-call

or via Barbara's Amazon link:  https://www.amazon.com/Barbara-Lee/e/B079DWD673/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1 

 After the Fever, Service (blog post): https://www.ignatianspirituality.com/after-the-fever-service 

 

Allison contributed to a new prayer book for Catholic Mothers: The Ave Prayer Book for Catholic Mothers from Ave Maria Press.  Joining her to discuss this amazing book is the prayer anthologies editor, Heidi Hess Saxton. In this episode: * Padre Pio and the ultra coolness of Guardian Angels - including a nifty hint for helping children pay attention and behave better in Mass.*Building Community with #PrayerStory and #AveMomsPray on Social Media!! Connecting Catholic mothers -- a beautiful side benefit of inspiring Catholic Books!*Pray Across America Retreats with Heidi, coming soon!! Visit here website-Life on the Road Less Traveled- for more information and find a location near you!*Allison shares her miraculous intercession from Bl. Solanus Casey! To preorder the book visit:  www.AveMariaPress.com and use code GINGRAS by Oct. 15th for $18 introductory pricing and Free Shipping!! Available here: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/ave-prayer-book-for-catholic-mothers

Learn more about Heidi at: https://heidihesssaxton.blog

What pure joy spending this time with Sr. Mary Ann Fatula, O.P. was!!! Wow! I'd describe her in three words: Gentle, Faithful, Uplifting (and also sweet, inspirational, knowledgeable, encouraging—okay, she clearly touched my heart!) In this episode, we discuss her newest book, Drawing Close to the Holy Spirit: Keys to a Transformed Life and Joyful Heart from Sophia Institute Press.  *How do you develop and intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit*The Holy Spirit, the beLOVEd <~ notice anything cool there ;) brings God's love to us in unexpected ways.*Learn simple prayers that open your heart to an untapped trillion-dollar treasure!  *Lack peace? Feeling Overwhelmed? Need a friend? This book is all that and more! 

Learn more at: SophiaInstitute.com

In this episode, Allison enthusiastically dives into Just Rest, Sonja's newest book from Ave Maria Press.  After spending the morning devouring the ENTIRE book before the interview, the Holy Spirit just took this one and ran!! Wow, what an inspiring book!! Scripture ROCKS! On tap... *What do Exodus, Hebrews, and Fear have to do with Rest?*Sonja explains how to L.O.V.E. the Word, a lesson she learned from Mary*Pop Quizzes and my poor sweet DoorDash Driver :/ *What's your "vomit"?*Promises, Promises - God's to us, the Land of, and much more! Links:Sonja's Website:  https://www.biblestudyevangelista.com/Where you will also find her new amazing podcast series on Practical Tools for Healing and Rest and learn more about her inspiring books. 

Sonja's TV Series can be found on CatholicTV.org

In this episode, Allison speaks with #Rules_of_Engagement author, Ann Garrido to discuss her new book — 8 Christian Habits for Being Good and Doing Good Online. *Have you heard of World Communication Day? We discuss several specifically powerful addresses from Pope Benedict and Pope Francis.*Things to consider when engaging online — clarify your purpose, value the person, KNOW your sources (even legit ones can slant the news, or bait with a  misleading headline).*What do Moose and Squirrels have in common?*Remember below every Avatar is a whole person, while we don't want to "feed the trolls" we absolutely want to open doors to meaningful human interaction. Ann gives valuable insights on how to do that, including good questions to ask.*Prompts to examine our online conscience and become more intentional.*Sign the #Rules_of_Engagement pledge: https://www.anngarrido.com/rules ways to be leaven, that small grain in the midst of the all noise of social media that brings Christ's presence into the world. To learn more visit:  www.anngarrido.com

Find Ann on Facebook:  AnnGarridoMin

In this episode, Allison speaks with author, Claire Dwyer about her new book, "This Present Paradise: A Spiritual Journey with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity" from Sophia Inst. Press.(Available: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/this-present-paradise) *St. Elizabeth is the perfect bridge between the convent and the kitchen - find out how!*Never Stop Coming to Mass - gripping reasons why!*Sacred Spaces - connection with those in our world and in our home*The Power of Intercessory Prayer - godly friends and saint posses*How does heaven begin here and why should I take note of that? Links mentioned in Podcast:EventheSparrow.comSpiritualDirection.com Momcast: Home Decorating, Catholic Style

In this episode, Allison welcomes Start with Jesus author, Juilanne Stanz. Speaks to people in the pews (the everyday Catholic) calling according to their Baptism to be missionary disciple, an evangelist, a witness. Perhaps these seem like confusing terms, Julianne simply explains and empowers.The blessings of the "great pause" of the pandemic (while still acknowledging the pain and suffering which accompanied it as well).Are you a "tabernacle with feet?"An interesting take on one of my favorite quotes from #SaintPosse favorite Ven. Patrick Peyton "The Parish that Prays Together Stays Together." Praying with others can be awkward and even uncomfortable but when lead by the Spirit is awe-inspiring and powerful!Each chapter offers a "Taking Action" section a place to breathe life into what we've learned or experienced in the text. Links:  Julianne Stanz' website: https://www.juliannestanz.comFree Resources: www.LoyolaPress.com/StartwithJesusPlease consider visiting your local Catholic Book Store to purchase your copy of Start with Jesus: How Everyday Disciples Will Renew the Church.

Allison and Sam chat about her new book, "A Catholic Guide to Spending Less and Living More," from Ave Maria Press. Discussion included:Lots of balance: In marriage, our priorities, and learning to waitExpectations vs appreciationHow Debt can hinder our vocation - whatever that beWhat does SAM's initials have to do with Financial Freedom?My "Dollar in my Pocket" miraculous awesome God's providence is amazing and trustworthy story!!Links: How one family is sending 13 kids to college, living debt free — and still plans to retire early (Washington Post) The Fatzinger's Website: fatzfam.com  Buy the book (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3kHqzLq

In this episode, we discuss Ivonne's new book—The Rosary: Eucharistic Meditations with St. Peter Julian Eymard, Apostle of the Eucharist (Elishebahouse Press).Eucharist as the Real Presence of Jesus - not a symbolPowerful Conversions and Conversations in AdorationVen. Patrick Peyton - MIRACLE? Sure sounded like one!The connection between Mary and people handing crying babies back to their mommas!! LOVED this analogy!Hard-fought Rosary habits and ongoing battles.Links:Pray: The Story of Patrick Peyton (Rosary Priest) (new film)Keeping in Touch with Ivonne:  Elishebahouse.com Purchase the Book HERE: www.elishebahouse.com/rosary.html (help a nonprofit by purchasing directly from the ministry!)

In this episode, Allison visits with Menopause Moments: A Journal for Nourishing Your Mind, Body and Spirit in Midlife, author, Melanie Rigney.The subject no woman can avoid but rarely opens up aboutHear about the "year everything dropped"No shame in wisdom, or wrinkles, grey hair, or shrinkingThe freedom and grace that comes with embracing aging as part of God's perfect plan for usMeno"pause" -- take a breath, be present — Gal 4:10Journaling prompts that make you go hmmmmLearn more about the amazing Melanie Rigney at: www.melanierigney.com/ Rejoice! Be Glad! To purchase Menopause Moments visit: https://amzn.to/3k1M9Kk (affiliate link)