Women of Grace, Radio

Today, Johnnette talked about Mother Angelica’s life and legacy on this first anniversary of her death. She took a question and a comment from Facebook. Dempi wrote from India that she is not a Christian but she loves reciting the rosary along with Mother on EWTN. Also, Patricia wrote in to inform Johnnette that she loved Mother’s humor. Kathy called in from Canton, Ohio to say that her recently deceased Mother loved Mother Angelica.

Today, Johnnette took a call from Crystal who was calling from Texas and wanted Johnnett’s advice regarding how she should reply to a family member who believes that contraception is okay. We received a text message that read “…Both my husband and I are converts and pro-life!” Mario also called from California, he wanted to know how to assist a family member going through anxiety.

Today, Johnnette answered a Facebook question from Carolyn who wanted some advice on how to best bring her grandchildren back to the church. Also, Paula called from Houston to inform us that her son is cohabitating. She wanted Johnnette’s advice as to how she should best approach this situation

Today, Johnnette talked about hope using today’s readings as a guide. She also took calls from Melissa from California who wanted to inform the audience about a great book that she located about Saint Paul of the Cross. Eddie also called from Pennsylvania asking Johnnette how to get rid of negative thoughts

Today Johnnette spoke with a person who feels called to the priesthood and his looking for advice. This gentleman also has a strong desire for the sacrament matrimony. After further questions, he admitted that he has a drug and alcohol problem. Johnnette suggested that he seek help for this addition first, prior to discerning about the priesthood or matrimony. Another person was very concerned about her prayer life and asked Johnnette for any suggestions.

Today, Johnnette spoke about your particular vocation and your mission while on this earth. She also mentioned a text about a person whose divorce was to become final today and was married for 32 years! She also wrote that she has three children and asked for prayers. Johnnette then took a facebook question from Ghana which asked her audience for pray for the Ministry of Education there as they prepare for the future.

Today, Johnnette talked about what Saint Patrick did for Ireland and the state of Cathoicism in Ireland today. She also took a call from Minnesota from a gentlemen who was on the pilgrimage to Fatima with her. He urged everyone to go on a pilgrimage because much can be gleaned from them

Johnnette talks about her recent trip to Fatima and redemptive suffering.

Caller Veronica is puzzled by the word "consecration." Wait until you hear Veronica's reaction once hostess Johnnette Benkovic explains what it means and how to go about making a consecration. This is a spiritual pep-talk. Listener Jane is kicking herself because she let her girls get to be teenagers without teaching them much about the faith-and now they think "it's corny." What can she do at this point? Johnnette assures her it's not too late and explains what her plan of motherly correction should be. Miranda discovers what she can do to develop a sacred sisterhood of grace in her parish. Ellen asks for prayers. Life is tough and money is running out. Learn and improve your life of grace, here on EWTN Radio's "Women of Grace."

Why should you prepare now for the Fatima Centennial? Hostess Johnnette Benkovic welcomes Fr. Wade Menezes, CPM-a member of the "Fathers of Mercy"-to talk about what the Fatima Centennial means to you and your loved ones. Fr. Wade has a very close connection to Fatima because of his Portuguese heritage. What do the Fatima prophecies tell us today? Why did Our Lady in Fatima say Russia would spread her errors throughout the world? Was the consecration of Russia in 1984 legitimate and complete? What should we be doing to prepare for the Fatima centennial and what is the sense of urgency? How do you do the First Saturday devotions? There is an urgency for you to know this and act fast to safeguard yourself and your loved ones because look out… as families break down, the power of the state grows. Have paper and pen ready as you listen, here, to EWTN Radio's "Women of Grace."