Breaking Gender Stereotypes: Charisms Are for Everyone!

In this episode of the Charisms for Catholics podcast, host Jill Simons, executive director at Many Parts Ministries, addresses common misconceptions about gender and charisms. Jill asserts that spiritual gifts are not gender-specific and explains how both men and women can possess and express any of the 24 charisms uniquely according to their gender. She provides church history and examples of saints to debunk the myth that certain charisms are inherently masculine or feminine.

Ultimately, Jill encourages listeners to embrace their charisms and seek guidance from the Holy Spirit to bridge any feelings of gender incongruity with the truth of their spiritual gifts.

00:00 Introduction to Charisms for Catholics

00:43 Debunking Gender Myths in Charisms

01:44 Historical Examples of Charisms

02:29 Gendered Expressions of Charisms

04:39 Aligning Feelings with Reality

05:24 Seeking Guidance from the Holy Spirit

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