In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into the often messy and challenging nature of life transitions. Sharing her own current experiences, Jill explores how to navigate the complexities when moving from one season of life to another, especially when responsibilities remain that don't align with our primary charisms. She emphasizes the importance of integrity and persistence, offering practical advice for maintaining forward motion, even when circumstances are less than ideal.

Tune in for an honest, spirit-led conversation about embracing change, discerning your charisms, and honoring commitments as you journey closer to God's purpose for your life.

00:00 Balancing responsibilities with charisms fosters growth opportunities

04:53 Balance transition: Fulfill obligations, pursue true calling

10:15 Transitioning mission; persistent in prayer for guidance

13:43 Focus on forward movement through challenges

15:41 Join our Advent program community before December ends

Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

Exploring the Charism of Evangelism Through the Lives of Saints:

In this episode of 'Charisms for Catholics,' the focus is on understanding the charism of evangelism through the stories of various saints. The hosts discuss how saints like Francis Xavier, Luke, Peter, and Paul exemplified evangelism in their lives, highlighting their unique ways of spreading the Christian faith. Special guest Teresa Zoe Williams elaborates on how these saints' personal stories and cultural engagements contributed to their evangelical missions. The episode emphasizes that charisms are gifts meant for sharing the faith and not punishments, dispelling common fears of evangelism. The discussion also touches on how charisms can blend and interact, forming distinct expressions of sainthood. The episode concludes with an invitation to listeners to discover their own stories and share them to inspire faith in others.

00:00 Introduction to Charisms for Catholics

01:14 Understanding the Charism of Evangelism

03:15 Saint Francis Xavier: The Missionary Evangelist

07:23 St. Luke the Evangelist: Spreading the Good News

08:54 Saints Peter and Paul: The Dynamic Duo

12:25 Saint Patrick: The Apostle of Ireland

15:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com

In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into the intriguing question of balancing personal growth in virtue with the exercise of our spiritual gifts, or charisms.

Drawing inspiration from the story of David Goggins and trends within the church, Jill explores the limits and pitfalls of pushing ourselves outside our comfort zones in order to grow in virtue. She emphasizes the importance of obedience to the Holy Spirit, highlighting that our charisms are meant to build the church by allowing God’s power to flow through us effortlessly. Jill encourages listeners to discern the unique balance that God is calling them to, ensuring that they are both growing in personal holiness and using their charisms to bless others.

Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on finding harmony in your spiritual journey!

00:00 Embracing struggle: growth beyond natural talent

03:27 Balance growth programs with broader philosophy integration

07:15 Grow through charisms, not solely external virtues

10:52 Obedience to God over personal feelings

Ep 102 - Growing in Virtue vs Using Your Charisms

Exploring Saints for the Charism of Faith:

Examples from Saints In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, the focus is on the charism of faith, distinguishing between the general gift of faith received during baptism and confirmation and the charism of faith meant for the greater community. Examples of saints like St. Mary of Bethany, St. Jose Sanchez del Rio, and Blessed Chiara Luce Badano are shared, highlighting their profound faith and its impact on those around them. The discussion emphasizes the idea that risk is inherent in exercising this charism, and it involves stepping out of comfort zones to inspire faith in others. The episode encourages listeners to engage in Advent preparations with a focus on discerning their charisms and using them for the collective benefit of the faith community.

00:00 Introduction to the Charism of Faith

00:44 Understanding the Gift vs. Charism of Faith

01:32 Living with the Charism of Faith

03:23 Saint Mary of Bethany: A Model of Faith

08:26 Jose Sanchez del Rio: Faith in Persecution

17:04 Blessed Chiara Luce Badano: Faith in Suffering

25:49 Invitation to Advent and Charism Discernment

27:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com

I would love to personally invite you to join us for our Advent walk through "Open Your Gifts" - twenty-one steps to charism discernment.

We will post prompts daily in our community and the whole thing is free to join and participate in! 

TO ACCESS TO OUR COMMUNITY YOU CAN:

1. Create a free account on our new site here.

2. Once that's done, go here and tap "Join the community"

3. Checkout! (It costs $0)

Once you're in, the Advent Open Your Gifts channel will be visible either on the left side on tablets/computers or by scrolling to the left in the row of text that starts with "Feed" - the final item all the way to the right is "Channels & groups" and when you tap on that you'll see Advent Open Your Gifts at the bottom!

I would love for you to post in the chat and let us know who you are and where you are from - we'll be walking to Bethlehem together this month learning what gifts we can give back to Jesus when He comes at Christmas!

We'll be playing some fun games all month long in addition to discerning our charisms and you'll be getting "coins" as prizes - which you can use like real money in our shop! 

00:00 Developing of 'Open Your Gifts' for charism discernment

05:33 Journey together in faith during Advent program

08:36 Reflect and share gifts with God this Advent

10:01 Fostering connectivity through community-focused discernment process

13:10 Overwhelmed and neglected spiritual practices during Advent

17:47 Reflect, commit, gift Advent to God together

Exploring the Charism of Giving:

Saints as Patrons and Inspirations: In this episode of the Charisms for Catholic podcast, the focus is on the charism of giving, exploring how several saints have exemplified this characteristic throughout their lives. Jill and Teresa Zoe Williams discuss saints like St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Catherine Drexel, and St. Nicholas, highlighting their lives of generosity and service. They emphasize how these saints used their wealth and resources for the common good, becoming patrons and inspirations for those with the charism of giving. The episode concludes with an invitation to participate in an Advent program to discern and utilize personal gifts in service to others.

00:00 Introduction to the Charism of Giving

00:50 Understanding the Charism of Giving

02:38 Saint Elizabeth of Hungary: A Royal Example of Generosity

06:58 Saint Catherine Drexel: A Legacy of Racial Justice and Philanthropy

11:52 Saint Nicholas: The Original Santa Claus

14:38 Advent Program: Open Your Gifts

16:16 Conclusion and Farewell

Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com

The Launch of Our Essential Handbook!

In this special super mini episode of "Charisms for Catholics," we celebrate the exciting launch of our essential handbook on living your charisms!

This must-have reference book is now available in Kindle, paperback, and hardback formats on Amazon, or directly from us for a special signed edition today only. In this episode, Jill also shares on how the sales of this book will support the mission of Many Parts Ministries, including the development of age-appropriate resources on charisms for children and new identity resources for parishes and individuals! Tune in to learn more about how you can get your hands on this invaluable guide and help support our ongoing projects.

Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into a fascinating discussion on the interplay between Christian authority and charisms. Exploring the question of how our baptism as priest, prophet, and king aligns with and differs from possessing specific spiritual gifts, Jill uses relatable analogies to clarify the distinctions and overlaps.

She unpacks how every baptized Christian has inherent access to act in capacities like healing and prophecy, while those with specific charisms have a unique calling and greater effectiveness. This episode is helpful for understanding how discerning your charisms can help you identify your "job" within the family of God and enhance your spiritual journey.

Don't miss this insightful episode that not only answers key questions but also offers practical guidance on living out your charisms daily!

00:00 Christian authority vs. charism: differences and interplay

06:40 You've been chosen specifically to fulfill responsibilities

07:43 Embrace opportunities beyond primary roles with hospitality

Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com

Exploring the Charism of Healing through the Saints:

In this episode of 'Charisms for Catholics,' the focus is on the charism of healing. Host Jill and guest Teresa Zoe Williams discuss how the charism manifests in the lives of three saints: St. Camillus de Lellis, St. Bernadette Soubirous, and St. Peregrine. They explore how these saints exemplified healing in varied ways through their lives and works. St. Camillus is noted for his medical care and founding the first field medical unit. St. Bernadette is famous for the healing waters of Lourdes and her devotion to assisting the sick. St. Peregrine is known for praying for his healing from cancer, becoming a patron saint for those afflicted by the disease. The discussion expands to consider healing not only as a physical but also a spiritual, psychological, and emotional gift, and includes a mention of St. Dymphna for mental illnesses. The episode encourages listeners to recognize and utilize their gifts for the benefit of the church and aligns with the podcast's mission to help Catholics discover and use their charisms.

00:00 Introduction to Charisms for Catholics

00:40 Understanding the Charism of Healing

02:03 Saint Camillus de Lellis: Patron Saint of Doctors

04:15 Saint Bernadette and the Healing Waters of Lourdes

06:52 Personal Reflections on Marian Devotion

09:38 Saint Peregrine: Patron Saint of Cancer Patients

16:50 The Scope of Healing: Physical, Psychological, and Spiritual

17:29 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

The “1001 Ways to Use Your Charisms” book referred to in this episode was reimagined as The Essential Handbook of Living Your Charisms. Here is the order page for The Essential Handbook of Living Your Charisms, which will begin shipping on Nov 13, 2024: https://manypartsministries.com/product/the-essential-handbook-on-living-your-charisms/

 This book is the most comprehensive reference book on the charisms you'll find! We also have an accompanying charism discernment workbook, Open Your Gifts, which will begin shipping on Nov 13, 2024, here: https://manypartsministries.com/product/preorder-open-your-gifts-charism-discernment-guide-workbook/

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons discusses practical ways to remember and integrate your charisms, or spiritual gifts, into your daily life. By emphasizing the importance of including charisms in prayer, using physical reminders, and engaging in activities that align with your charisms, Jill provides insightful strategies to help you stay attuned to the unique gifts the Holy Spirit has bestowed upon you. Plus, she introduces some exciting new products designed to help you remember and embody your charisms in everyday life. Tune in to discover how to deepen your awareness and utilization of your charisms, and take the next step in your discernment journey.

To learn more about your own charisms, visit https://manypartsministries.com