Of Sound Mind and Spirit - Podcast for Catholic Women

In this episode, we delve into a topic that holds immense significance for us - honoring the dignity of every human life, particularly among the elderly and infirm.

We Want to Know!  What strategies or practices can we adopt to ensure that we treat all individuals, regardless of their condition or stage in life, with the inherent dignity they possess as children of God?

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Why do we call the saints our friends? In this episode we delve into the fascinating world of saints with our special guest, Maria Morera Johnson. Together we explore the idea of finding saints in our everyday lives and how saints serve as role models for us in navigating our spiritual journeys.

Snippet from the Show: “…because what do these saints do if not show us, like, a game plan for our lives? And it's so easy. It's one step. Trust Jesus.” – Maria Morera Johnson

Books by Maria Morera Johnson

More Maria?

We Want to Know!  What Saint has been calling or following you?

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Adoration. What is it? Why should you go? What can you expect when there. And what do you do while there? In this episode, we share our own journeys from apprehension and uncertainty to developing a devotion for this dedicated way of spending time with Christ, in prayer and worship.

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“Well, the simplest form of telling you what is adoration is that we're spending time with Jesus. We're visiting with Jesus. Adoration is when we go and we sit and we are in loving admiration with complete devotion to Christ as he exists in the form of the Blessed Sacrament on the altar.” - Shelly

“In a world where there is so much noise, so much bewilderment, there is a need for silent adoration of Jesus concealed in the host. He is a source of comfort and light, particularly to those who are suffering.” – Pope Benedict XVI

Scripture:

“When he returned to his disciples he found them asleep. He said to Peter, “So you could not keep watch with me for one hour?” – Matthew 26:40

“And they, after worshiping Him, returned to Jerusalem with great joy...” – Luke 24:52

National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe – Live Video Feed of Perpetual Adoration

READ MORE:

LISTEN TO:

Matt Maher (Adoration Vol. 1) available on Hallow

Matt Maher (Adoration Song on YouTube)

We Want to Know! Have you ever had an experience of sitting in silence with God? How did it make you feel?

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Join us as we explore the importance of supporting pregnant women in our communities. Whether it's unexpected pregnancies, crisis situations, or just the challenges of motherhood, it's crucial that we come together as a community to offer love, assistance, and support to those in need.

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“I think it's really important that we understand that we're called to offer loving support to those who are in need. And what that support looks like is, of course going to be different to each of us according to our ability and our situation.” - Shelly

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A Prayer for Expectant  Mothers

God of Infinite Goodness, watch over expectant mothers as they await the birth of their child. Grant these women confidence and strength to dispel their anxiety and fear. Bless them with the courage and faith of Mary, always listening to your will and trusting in your loving care. As they prepare to bring new life into the world, grace them with good health and great joy. We ask this in the name of your Son, Jesus and the Holy Spirit, now and forever. AMEN. - Author Unknown

We Invite You: Find a way to support women in your community through a challenging time, whether it's an unplanned or crisis pregnancy or a mother in your neighborhood that needs help.  And Pray for them.

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We’ll give you three reasons you don’t want to miss this episode with special guest Paula Perry! First, is her passion for proclaiming the Word and the profound impact it has on our faith communities. Second, a “Sister Story” that will leave you laughing. Third – well – you’ll have to listen to discover that one for yourself!

Snippet from the Show: “I've been a lecturer for 42 years now. And I guess about a year ago, one of the young students from Life Teen came up to me … and she said, Miss Paula, I've heard that reading all my life, but this is the first time. I really understood it.” – Paula Perry

“I want to point out right here, Paula, that you've just shown all of us that no matter how long you've been doing something, there's still an opportunity to learn and grow in your faith.” - Shelly

Scripture: “Whoever boasts, should boast in the Lord.” – 2 Corinthians 10:17

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You’ve just read a great book – now what? Today we discuss practical steps you can take to support Catholic authors and continue to discover a wide range of Catholic books, both fiction and non-fiction.

Snippet from the Show: “We keep meeting these wonderful men and women who write Catholic based books, either spiritual books or fiction books….”

Quotes:

“Reading has made many saints.” - Saint Josemaria Escriva

“Only God knows the good that can come about by reading one good Catholic book.” - St. John Bosco

Where can I find Catholic writers?

Catholic Writers Guild Adult Titles

Catholic Writers Guild YA/Teen Titles

Catholic Writers Guild Children’s Titles

For more recommendations, visit the Show Notes for Episode 3!

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We Want to Know: What books do you recommend?

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Let’s face it, being married is hard! Join us as two couples married over 55 years share their secrets for a long, lasting marriage. Thanks to our parents & Lisa’s in-laws, for being such great role models! Also, Congratulations to Lisa & her husband for reaching their Silver Wedding Anniversary this week!

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Consider what kind of impact we could have if each of us made an effort to live our Christian calling amidst the negativity and ugliness found on Social Media? In this episode, we offer three ways you can spread God’s love on Social Media.

Shameless Plug: If you have young adults or older teens, invite them to listen to the Holy Spontaneity podcast.

Snippet from the Show: “As Christians, we definitely have the opportunity and we possibly have the responsibility to be present in a way that could shift the tone of social media and these online spaces.” - Lisa

Quotes:

"The Internet can offer magnificent opportunities for evangelization if used with competence and a clear awareness of its strengths and weaknesses …" – St. Pope John Paul II

“I will go anywhere and do anything in order to communicate the love of Jesus to those who do not know him or have forgotten him.” – St. Frances Xavier Cabrini

“Avoid foolish and ignorant debates, for you know that they breed quarrels.” - 2 Tim 2:23

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Join us as we talk about a holy mother who inspires us: Mary, the mother of Jesus. While we both honor her (not worship), we hold different perspectives on how we relate to Mary and her significance in our spiritual journey!

Snippet from the Show: "I think her whole role is to show us Christ, to bring us to her son. She turns us to Jesus, and she leads us to the cross, because it is on the cross that we find everything." -Shelly

Quotes:

Resources

Word by Word, Slowing Down with the Hail Mary ed. By Sarah Reinhard

Walking with Mary, A Biblical Journey from Nazareth to the Cross, Edward Sri

33 Days to Morning Glory; A Do-It-Yourself Retreat in Preparation for Marian Consecration – Fr. Michael Gaitley.

Behold the Handmaid of the Lord: A 10-Day Personal Retreat with St. Louis de Montfort’s True Devotion to Mary, Fr. Edward Looney

My Queen, My Mother: A Living Novena. A Marian Pilgrimage Across America by Marge Steinhage Fenelon. https://amzn.to/3Pt2XZO

Rejoice Advent Meditations with Mary by Fr. Mark Toups

We want to know!

What do you think about Mary, the mother of God?  Do you see her as Lisa does, or do you have a special devotion to her like Shelly?

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Did you know that YOU have a vocation – or calling – to be holy! In this episode we explore the profound idea that each of us has a purpose and a mission, and how we can find fulfillment and holiness in the ordinary aspects of our lives. Join us as we dive deep into the concept of finding our true purpose and answering God's call in our lives.

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"…the work we do is important to God. And so…it makes sense to ask – what kind of work are we called to do? One of the things I’ve learned in the last three years is that your purpose and your calling to a type of job. It’s not about your career, it’s about what you bring to it. It’s about your soul and how you live your life on the job, interacting with others." - Shelly

Quotes:

"What is a vocation? It is a gift from God, so it comes from God. If it is a gift from God, our concern must be to know God's will. We must enter that path: if God wants, when God wants, how God wants. Never force the door." — St. Gianna Molla

“Many people mistake our work for our vocation. Our vocation is the love of Jesus.” – St. Teresa of Calcutta.

"We are all called to be holy by living our lives with love and by bearing witness in everything we do, wherever we find ourselves.

(Gaudete et Exultate, 14). Pope Francis

We want to know!

Have you ever thought about how God is calling you to be holy in your ordinary life or how is God calling you to serve him in your life?

How are you living out that vocation of holiness in your day to day life?

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