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Our guest on the podcast this week is Dr. Owen Phelps, author of The Catholic Vision for Leading Like Jesus: Introducing S3 Leadership -- Servant, Steward, Shepherd and the Director of the Yeshua Catholic Leadership Institute. Deacon Tom Fox shares a Deacon Moment entitled "Let us Love One Another". Our newest contributor Sarah Reinhard shares a "Mary Moment" reflection and invites us to participate in the Mary Moments Carnival. Don't forget to register for SQPN's upcoming Catholic New Media Celebration. Deacon Tom and I will be there and would love to meet you! Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: Dr. Owen Phelps:The Catholic Vision for Leading Like Jesus: Introducing S3 Leadership -- Servant, Steward, Shepherd Yeshua Catholic Leadership Institute Mary Moments CarnivalOlivia and the Little Way ContestCatholic Spotlight Podcast Voting and Review PageCatholic New Media CelebrationSQPN Star TeamsCatholicMom.com Book ClubThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes

Kristin Armstrong joins us this week to discuss her great new book Work in Progress: An Unfinished Woman's Guide to Grace (Faith Words). We are giving away three copies of Kristin's book. To enter, you must leave a comment on this post with a valid email address (which won't be published or shared) before Midnight PST on Wednesday, May 20, 2009. I'll draw a random winners and announce the names over the weekend. Deacon Tom Fox shares a special reflection for the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima. Check out The Words We Pray: Discovering the Richness of Traditional Catholic Prayers by Amy Welborn. Don't forget to register for SQPN's upcoming Catholic New Media Celebration. Deacon Tom and I will be there and would love to meet you! Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: Kristin Armstrong: Work in Progress: An Unfinished Woman's Guide to Grace (Faith Words)Mile Markers Blog on Runner's World Mary Moments CarnivalOlivia and the Little Way ContestCatholic Spotlight Podcast Voting and Review PageCatholic New Media CelebrationSQPN Star TeamsCatholicMom.com Book ClubThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes

On this week's podcast, we celebrate our 100th show with a special segment compiled by Deacon Tom Fox. I want to send out a special thank you to all of those who sent special greetings for this milestone, and especially to Deacon Tom for helping me to celebrate and for his tremendous contribution to Catholic Moments. Our guest this week is Fr. Joseph Kempf, Pastor of Assumption Church in O'Fallon, MO and President of Gospel Values, Inc. Fr. Joe is the author of a wonderful book entitled My Sister Is Annoying and creator of the Big Al DVD series. Through his a non-profit company , Fr. Joe is dedicated to proclaiming the beautiful message of Jesus for children of all ages. This weekend, tune in for the SQPN Podcast Marathon. I will be appearing live on Ustream on Sunday, May 10 at 9 pm EST/6 pm PST and will have great giveaways and prizes for those in attendance in the chat room and on Twitter. Be sure to follow me on Twitter for more news about this event. Please consider SQPN during this year's Giving Campaign and help us share the faith with new media. Also, don't forget to register for SQPN's upcoming Catholic New Media Celebration. Deacon Tom and I will be there and would love to meet you! Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: Fr. Joe Kempf: Gospel Values, IncAssumption Church in O'Fallon, MOMy Sister Is Annoying Big Al DVD series Sarah Reinhard's Blog - Just Another Day of Catholic PonderingThe Catholic FoodieImmaculée Ilibagiza at St. Patrick'sAll Things Guy Book ContestCatholic Spotlight Podcast Voting and Review PageSQPN Giving CampaignCatholic New Media CelebrationSQPN Star TeamsCatholicMom.com Book ClubThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes

This week, we feature an interview with Dr. Jacqueline Leary-Warsaw, the producer, writer and on-air host of EWTN's series "In Concert". We discuss her background in academia and music, her wonderful program, and her ability to manage a busy career and family life. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection entitled "A Teenager's Prayer". Visit Deacon Tom at his website to request your copy of this lovely prayer. Please consider SQPN during this year's Giving Campaign and help us share the faith with new media. Also, don't forget to register for SQPN's upcoming Catholic New Media Celebration. Deacon Tom and I will be there and would love to meet you! Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: In Concert with Dr. Jacqueline Leary-Warsaw at EWTNWhat I've Settled For by Sean CliveAll Things Guy Book Contest Catholic Spotlight Podcast Voting and Review PageSQPN Giving CampaignCatholic New Media CelebrationSQPN Star TeamsCatholicMom.com Book ClubThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes

As we celebrate the joy of the Easter season, Lisa shares interviews this week with two inspiring individuals who are using their gifts and talents to minister to others. Sister Marilyn Lacey, RSM is the founder of the nonprofit organization Mercy Beyond Borders and the author of This Flowing Toward Me: A Story of God Arriving in Strangers, a wonderful book based on her years of working with refugee populations around the globe. Matthew Baute is a Catholic recording artist who travels across the US as a full-time lay "music missionary" sharing God's message of mercy and love through prayer concerts and diocesan events. He strives to lead a simple, contemplative life in the midst of the busyness of the secular world, giving witness to the reality that God is continually whispering an invitation of love to every heart. Deacon Tom Fox shares a wonderful Easter season celebration entitled "Pay it Forward". Please consider SQPN during this year's Giving Campaign and help us share the faith with new media. Also, don't forget to register for SQPN's upcoming Catholic New Media Celebration. Deacon Tom and I will be there and would love to meet you! Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: Marilyn Lacey, RSM: Mercy Beyond BordersThis Flowing Toward Me: A Story of God Arriving in Strangers Matthew Baute - River of GraceImmaculée Ilibagiza at St. Patrick's Parish in Merced, CaliforniaCatholic Parish Media Liaison Kerry Madden - Dynamic Catholic Speaker: Anna Scalley, Cornerstone Media and Kitty ClevelandCatholic Spotlight Podcast Voting and Review PageSQPN Giving CampaignSQPN Star TeamsCatholicMom.com Book ClubThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store

This week, Lisa features interviews with Steve Moser, composer of "God Doesn't Make Mistakes" and Michael Sortino, author of the new Catholic book for kids entitled Teddy Gyros: Kid Vampire Slayer: Book One: It Begins. Deacon Tom Fox shares a final Lenten reflection entitled "Theophane the Monk: The Great Silence" We also want to wish Deacon Tom a "happy birthday" this week and thank him for his great contribution to Catholic Moments! Please consider SQPN during this year's Giving Campaign and help us share the faith with new media. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: Steve MoserMichael Sortino Teddy Gyros: Kid Vampire Slayer: Book One: It Begins Poustinia: Encountering God in Silence, Solitude and Prayer (Madonna House Classics)Tales of a Magic Monastery Hard as Nails Book ContestThe Catholic Company First Communion Photo ContestAmong Women PodcastFaith & Family Live Cast!Theology of the Body: Humanae VitaeSQPN Giving CampaignSQPN Star TeamsCatholicMom.com Book ClubThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store

This week on the podcast, we share two interviews. Allan Wright is a Catholic husband and father, as well as a nationally known speaker and the author of Jesus in the House: Gospel Reflections on Christ's Presence in the Home and Silent Witnesses in the Gospels: Bible Bystanders and Their Stories. Michael Landon Jr. speaks with us about his latest family film, The Velveteen Rabbit. The film stars Jane Seymour, Tom Skerritt, and Ellen Burstyn and is based on the classic children's book. Deacon Tom Fox features a special reflection for the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord and speaks about St. Louis de Monfort and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Please consider SQPN during this year's Giving Campaign and help us share the faith with new media. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: Allan Wright Jesus in the House: Gospel Reflections on Christ's Presence in the HomeSilent Witnesses in the Gospels: Bible Bystanders and Their Stories Michael Landon Jr. - Believe PicturesThe Velveteen Rabbit DVDThe Velveteen Rabbit Movie WebsiteTrue Devotion to Mary by St. Louis de MonfortHard as Nails Book ContestSQPN Giving CampaignCatholicMom.com March Book ClubThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes

Get ready for an action packed interview with Justin Fatica, author of Hard as Nails: A Mission to Awaken Youth to the Power of God's Love. Justin is a 30-year-old Catholic evangelist who made waves as the subject of a recent HBO documentary about his creative approach to youth ministry. Justin has been described with the following words: "Fatica has an electric presence in front of groups large and small, showing an emotional range from joy to anger, calmness to fervent pleas. His passionate, if unorthodox tactics have been remarkably successful in reaching teens and young adults. He has keen insights into the struggles of today's young people that will prove eye-opening to your listeners." Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection entitled Rembrandt and Reconciliation urging confession for all during this Lenten season. Please consider SQPN during this year's Giving Campaign and help us share the faith with new media. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: Justin FaticaHard as Nails: A Mission to Awaken Youth to the Power of God's Love by Justin FaticaHard as Nails Book ContestSQPN Giving CampaignCatholicMom.com March Book ClubThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes

In today's abbreviated "bonus" episode of Catholic Moments, we share an interview with George Escobar, founder of Advent Film Group and director, producer and co-author of the new movie Come What May. Advent Film Group is an independent film production and distribution company established to create excellent Christian films by raising up excellent Christian filmmakers. AFG is committed to creating entertaining films that are good for families and that affirm biblical values and principles. Film Trailer: Links for this Episode: Advent Film Group Come What May CatholicMom.com March Book Club The Catholic Company Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter Catholic Mom Logo Store Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes

On this week's podcast, we share interviews with Brian Kravec and Maura Hagarty. Brian is a parishioner at St. Patrick's Parish in Merced, California and has been integral in planning the parish's upcoming event featuring Immaculée Ilibagiza. Maura Hagarty is part of the team who created a great new resource for Catholic "tweens" entitled The Catholic Connections Handbook for Middle Schoolers.Deacon Tom Fox shares a refreshing Lenten reflection this week entitled "Donuts during Lent". Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email [email protected]. Links for this Episode: CatholicMom.com Book Spotlight Interview with Maura HagartyThe Catholic Connections Handbook for Middle SchoolersCatholic Connections Handbook ContestSt. Patrick's Parish - Merced, California Immaculée EventDivine Mercy Sunday Event CatholicMom.com March Book ClubThe Catholic TravelerThe Catholic CompanyLisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, TwitterCatholic Mom Logo Store Subscribe to the feed | Subscribe with iTunes