In a world where faith is often framed as heavy or restrictive, the saints tell a very different story- one of joy, feasting, beauty, and deep friendship.

In this episode, I sit down with Ana Keyworth, co-founder of Party Like a Saint to explore what it really means to party like a saint- and why reclaiming celebration is essential for Catholic family life today.

We talk about how feast days form children’s hearts, why joy is a spiritual discipline (not a personality trait), and how ordinary moments- birthdays, liturgical seasons, simple gatherings- can become powerful tools of faith formation. This conversation is for parents who want their homes to feel alive with meaning, not pressure… rooted in tradition, but full of delight.

If you’ve ever wondered how to pass on the faith without making it feel heavy, how to build a Catholic culture your kids actually love, or why celebration itself can be a quiet act of evangelization- this episode is for you.

What if the future of the Church isn’t built only in parishes and pulpits- but in businesses, media, homes, and institutions shaped by faithful Catholics? In this episode, I'm hosting special guest Brooke Joiner from Catholic Owned, and we will explore why the Church needs entrepreneurs, creators, and builders who see their work not as a side hustle, but as stewardship, mission, and cultural formation.

What if praying more this year didn’t require a personality change, no interruptions, or a perfectly colour-coded routine? In this episode, we talk about the real reasons prayer so often falls off—and the simple, sustainable shifts that actually help you show up. No guilt. No spiritual pressure. Just practical, grace-filled ways to build a prayer life that fits your real life in 2026.

Sound familiar- you want to do the right thing, but instead you do nothing?

If you’ve ever felt stuck between prayer and action, waiting for certainty, clarity, or a “sign” before you move- this conversation is for you.

In this episode, I talk about:

• Why discernment often turns into spiritual paralysis
• The difference between surrender and passivity
• How fear might disguise itself as “being faithful”

How to move forward with peace... even when clarity comes later.

Because what if God does not ask us to freeze... but instead He asks us to trust Him while we move.

If you’re a Catholic woman discerning decisions about your time, your work, your family, or your calling- this video will help you breathe again and take your next faithful step.

Resources mentioned:

• 3 months free on Hallow: https://hallow.com/lisacanning
• What Does God Want- A Practical Guide to Making Decisions by Father Michael Scanlan
  https://sophiainstitute.com/product/what-does-god-want/

I AM BACK! After a brief pause from the podcast after welcoming my 11th baby into the world, I am so excited to be back!

In this episode, I’m joined by Cecilia Blackwell, who recently released a powerful Substack series exploring the rise of Catholic influencers — and the complex reactions Catholics have to them.

Drawing from an anonymous survey where people candidly shared their experiences, frustrations, hopes, and concerns, we talk honestly about what’s happening in Catholic digital spaces right now.

We explore questions like:

Is online influence helping or hurting evangelization?

Where is the line between witness and self-promotion?

Why do so many Catholics feel conflicted — inspired and uneasy at the same time?

And how do we pursue visibility without losing humility, charity, and truth?

This is not a pile-on or a defense — it’s a conversation rooted in discernment, responsibility, and hope for a more faithful digital Church.

HELPFUL LINKS:

learn.thepossibilitymom.com/thesurrenderedschedule

Cecilia's Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/ceciliablackwell/p/observations-from-a-catholic-influencer-b55

Cecilia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missionaryofbeauty

Lisa's Instagram: https://instagram.com/lisacanning

If you’ve been feeling tired, stretched, overwhelmed, or like your life is running you instead of the other way around… you are not alone.

More and more women are telling me the same thing:

“I’m trying so hard… and it still never feels like enough.”

In this live video, I’m sharing the deeper reason behind the exhaustion so many Catholic women feel today — something I’m calling a Crisis of Control.
You’ll hear:

✨ the hidden forces making your schedule feel unmanageable
✨ why hustle and “try harder” solutions aren’t helping
✨ what God actually desires for the pace of your life
✨ and a new, peaceful way forward that I’ve never taught publicly before

Stay with me until the end — I’ve been quietly working on something behind the scenes that I believe will bring profound peace and clarity to women who feel overwhelmed.

I cannot wait to share it with you.

https://learn.thepossibilitymom.com/thesurrenderedschedule

Lent is a season of renewal, reflection, and letting go of what holds us back. But what if that doesn’t just apply to our spiritual lives—what if our cluttered homes are affecting our souls, too? In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly Sakmar from ClutterLess to explore the connection between decluttering our spaces and deepening our faith.

We’ll discuss how simplifying our homes can create more peace, focus, and room for what truly matters. We’ll dive into how detaching from “stuff” can be an act of surrender, and why donating our excess is a beautiful way to practice almsgiving. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by the mess in your home (or heart), this episode is for you!

Join us for a conversation on making space—physically and spiritually—this Lent.

HELPFUL LINKS:
https://www.clutter-less.com use code POSSIBILITY for 10% off her signature course!
https://www.facebook.com/clutterLESSkelly/
www.instagram.com/clutterlesskelly/

This one is especially for my fellow Canadians!!!! But US peeps benefit too : ) Modern Catholic Goods, an online retailer offering products from top U.S. Catholic makers like Be a Heart, Little Rose Shop, Shining Light Dolls, Studio Senn, Catholic Family Crate, January Jane and more, has made it easier particularly for Canadians to shop these brands by taking care of tariffs and duties on their end. This means savings for you, AND you support a family business.

I have teamed up with MCG in time for Easter to help you fill your Easter Baskets for YOU and your kids. 

Enter LISACANNING for 10% off when you shop https://moderncatholicgoods.ca My discount also works at https://lightofeden.com/

AND if you are local to Peterborough (or willing to drive to me) and enter LOCALPICKUP, and I'll arrange your pick up at a PRIVATE shopping event in Peterborough April 12 from 6-8pm. Message me at [email protected] with your receipt and I'll share more details!

Happy shopping!!!!!

Anxiety can feel like a constant weight—leaving you overwhelmed, stuck, and unsure if true peace is even possible. But what if you could understand exactly why anxiety shows up and take real, actionable steps to overcome it?

In this episode, Lisa Canning sits down with Heidi Kennedy, a Catholic mindset coach, to break down what anxiety actually is, why it manifests in our lives, and how we can finally move forward with confidence and peace.

You’ll learn:
✅ The root cause of anxiety (it’s not what you think!)
✅ Why some people struggle more than others
✅ A powerful strategy to stop anxiety in its tracks
✅ How faith and mindset work together to bring lasting peace

If you’re ready to move from overwhelmed to at peace, this episode is for you! Plus, don’t miss Heidi’s free live event on March 27, where she’ll go even deeper into how to overcome anxiety for good.

🔗 Save your free spot here: https://www.heidikennedy.co/overcomeanxiety

Connect with Heidi on instagram: www.instagram.com/catholiclifecoaching

In this episode, Lisa Canning sits down with Dorothy Pilarski, founder of Catholic Moms Group, to discuss the power of faith-filled motherhood. They explore the biggest challenges Catholic moms face today, how to build a strong Catholic culture at home, and the importance of community in raising faithful families. Dorothy shares her journey, practical advice for evangelizing children, and encouragement for moms who feel overwhelmed or isolated. Whether you're looking for inspiration, support, or a renewed sense of purpose, this conversation is for you!

I am speaking at the Dynamic Women of Faith conference on March 22. Get your ticket here- early bird tickets end Feb 14! 

https://dynamicwomenfaith.com/