In this episode "Starting a Momentum Chapter", we speak with JoAnn Lacheny, a single mother of two daughters and a chemical engineer who launched the first Momentum chapter in the United States, located in The Woodlands, Texas. With over 15 years of leadership experience in the chemical industry and a deep passion for her Catholic faith, JoAnn shares how she stepped into ministry to serve other single mothers in her parish community.

As Chapter Leader at St. Anthony of Padua, JoAnn facilitates Momentum gatherings that offer spiritual growth, healing, and a strong sense of community for Catholic single moms. Now stepping into the role of Regional Director, she will be supporting new chapter leaders in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and helping to grow the mission of Momentum across Texas.

Items of Note in This Episode:

Walking with Moms in Need: A nationwide, parish-based initiative by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops that equips Catholic communities to support and accompany pregnant and parenting women in need through friendship and access to local resources. Website: www.walkingwithmoms.com

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (The Woodlands, TX): A Roman Catholic parish in The Woodlands, Texas, dedicated to discipleship, community, and service. It serves as the home of the first Momentum chapter in the U.S. Website: www.ap.church

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston: One of the largest and most diverse Catholic archdioceses in the United States, serving over 1.7 million Catholics across southeastern Texas. Website: www.archgh.org

For more information about Momentum and our services, please visit: www.momentummothers.org or contact [email protected].

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in the podcast do not necessarily represent those of Momentum: Catholic Single Mothers.