Like A Mother with Katie McGrady

In this episode of 'Like A Mother with Katie McGrady,' Katie talks with Julianne Stanz about fostering faith and hope within our children and family life. They explore personal anecdotes and practical tips, such as creating spaces for prayer, integrating Catholic traditions, and the importance of honesty and vulnerability in sharing one's faith journey. Julianne shares her unique perspective as an Irish immigrant, offering insights on balancing cultural heritage with faith practices. They also discuss the significance of the Eucharistic Revival and how it can begin at home. This episode offers both inspiration and actionable advice for mothers striving to nurture a deep and meaningful faith in their children.

Learn more about Julianne by visiting her website: CLICK HERE

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

00:49 Welcome to Like a Mother with Katie McGrady

01:18 A Family's Faith Journey

02:57 The Power of Prayer in Parenting

03:48 Introducing Julianne Stanz

07:55 Practical Tips for Raising Faithful Children

09:26 Julianne's Background and Ministry

14:39 Balancing Faith and Culture

23:13 Irish Traditions and Catholic Faith

29:57 Mirroring the Language of the Church

30:06 St. Mary's Press: Engaging Bibles for Youth

30:41 Family Traditions and Cultural Heritage

31:56 Balancing Faith and Hope in Modern Times

33:21 The Four Parts of Hope: H.O.P.E.

35:03 Practical Prayer in Daily Life

42:20 Eucharistic Revival: A Personal Story

47:26 Faith's Impact on Family Life

51:48 Encouragement and Love: A Mother's Legacy

53:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Special thanks to our episode sponsor, Saint Mary's Press.
Visit www.smp.org/bibles and use the promo code MOTHER to get $5 off your order!

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How do we engage with politics, especially as mothers raising the next generation? How do we embrace political homelessness, fight for the common good, advocate for life, and do it all in a presidential election cycle that seems to be toxic and vitriolic and presents us with options that aren’t ideal? Political strategist, journalist, and activist Emily Zanotti shares the story of how motherhood and raising three children has shifted her political worldview and offers insights into how to engage this current political culture without losing our minds.

Links: 

• Emily's Instagram
• Emily's LinkedIn

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In this special rebroadcast of Godsplaining for the 'Like A Mother' podcast, recorded live at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana, hosts Father Patrick and Father Joseph Anthony welcome special guest Katie Prejean McGrady. They discuss the importance of spiritual companionship, managing dryness in the spiritual life, and practical ways to stoke and sustain one's faith. The episode highlights moments of grace and personal stories from the Congress, emphasizing making Jesus the center of life and actively sharing faith with others. Additionally, Katie shares her unique experiences and hopes for the Congress, blending her signature warmth and insight from 'Like A Mother.'

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It’s almost anathema to say, “I didn’t want to be a mom.” But, saying that and then sharing the story of how God opens one’s heart to motherhood and transforms you is a powerful testimony, one Kaylee Stoll gives powerfully in this interview about motherhood, miscarriage, creativity, and navigating the new challenges motherhood presents each day.

This episode is sponsored by Catholic Women & Couples NFP [CWCNFP]

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In this episode of 'Like a Mother,' Katie engages in a heartfelt conversation with Beth Sri about the honest challenges and joys of motherhood. Beth candidly shares her experiences of seeking healing, dealing with personal and family struggles, and the importance of community support. They discuss how understanding one's own emotions and wounds can positively impact parenting, encouraging mothers to embrace their feelings and seek help when necessary. 

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Sister Josephine Garrett’s second season of Hope Stories explores various mental health diagnoses and explains the value of seeking healing through the lens of hope. She also shares how hope can be a foundation for moms, even in the midst of challenges or hardships in motherhood. 

Learn more about Sr. Josephine at: 

• https://nazarethcsfn.org/
• https://www.instagram.com/sr_josephine/
• Hope Stories with Sister Josephine Garrett, Season Two
• Journey to a new depth of hope, even in seemingly impossible circumstances, with Sr. Josephine in her new book HOPE: An Invitation. Available at osvcatholicbookstore.com.

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A special episode of Like a Mother, in honor of Father’s Day, Katie sits down with her husband, Tommy, to talk about how to be a good dad: what makes it worth it to invest so much time and energy into playing with kids, how to help carry the burden of household management, and what brings joy to fatherhood.

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The words “this is my body, given up for you” are said at every Mass and spoken by every mother, day in and day out, as we wipe and wean and walk with our children through the mess, grime, joy, and delight of daily life. How a mother comes to understand this call to sacrifice and gift of self is perhaps the greatest spiritual journey she’ll ever undertake.

Special thanks to our episode sponsor, Lamps-A-Glow
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Being a mom means limits exist. We are limited - in our capacity, with the boundaries we set, with the “yes’s” and “no’s” we have to give. But what if the “limits” of motherhood, imposed upon us externally and self-imposed, are actually the on-ramp to abundance and flourishing? Katie reflects on her recent trip to Rome where she met Trisha Yearwood, Garth Brooks, and the Pope, all within 24 hours, and shares how the trip to the eternal city helped her understand limits in a new way.

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In a world where right and wrong are sometimes confused by the secular culture, and where parents are made to feel like they can’t say what is true to their own children, Mary Rice Hasson explains what it means to build a family culture, ground our families in the truth, and encourage the pursuit of virtue and goodness. 

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