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Catholic Episodes

March 27, 2025

079. The Chosen's Impact: Screen to Scripture in Daily Life

How does watching a TV series about the life of Jesus help deepen your understanding of the Gospels and possibly transform your spiritual journey? In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," Lisa and Shelly explore the phenomenon of The Chosen and delve into howthis unique portrayal of Jesus …

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March 20, 2025

078. Finding Faith and Community Through Retreat

Ever Wonder How Retreats Can Strengthen Community Bonds? In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," Lisa and Shelly share their experiences from a recent retreat with fellow writers of CatholicMom.com.

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March 13, 2025

077. Exploring Friendship and Faith with Ellen Mongan: A Journey of S…

Are you seeking a deeper spiritual connection with your friends while growing in your faith journey? This episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit" dives into the concept of creating personal retreats with your friends, blending fun and spirituality for a meaningful experience. In today’s fast-paced…

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March 6, 2025

076. Embracing Lent: A Retreat of Faith, Focus, and Renewal

Curious about how to make this Lent truly transformative for your spiritual journey? In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," hosts Lisa Jones and Shelly Kelly dive into the complexities and joys of observing Lent, a significant time in the Christian liturgical calendar aimed at deepening …

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Feb. 27, 2025

075. Exploring Second Acts with Maria Johnson: Faith, Badass Women, &…

Are you ready for your beautiful second act? Join sisters Shelly and Lisa on Of Sound Mind and Spirit as they welcome back their first encore guest, Maria Johnson, for an invigorating conversation about navigating life's transitions.

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Feb. 20, 2025

074. Discovering Joy and Faith with Maria Riley

Have you ever wondered how unexpected blessings can transform your life and lead you to your true purpose? In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," we delve into the inspiring journey of Maria Riley, a Catholic wife, mom, and author, as she shares her story of trusting God's timing and di…

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Dec. 19, 2024

073. Exploring Women’s Ministry and WINE with Kelly Wahlquist

In today's episode we dive deep into the world of women's ministry with our wonderful guest, Kelly Wahlquist. Kelly, the founder of Women In the New Evangelization (WINE), brings a vibrant mix of humor, faith, and community spirit to our discussion.

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Dec. 12, 2024

072. The Miraculous Story of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Join Shelly Kelly and special guest host Cameron Kelly, as they unravel the miraculous story of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Juan Diego, and the glorious apparitions that transformed faith and culture in the Americas.

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Dec. 5, 2024

071. Praying Together: The Power of Intercessory Prayer with Belinda …

Ever wondered how praying with Saints could help you achieve virtues and positively transform your life? In today's episode, Belinda Terro Mooney, joins us to discuss the transformative power of intercessory prayer and her latest book, "Pray with Us, A Saint for Every Day."

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Nov. 28, 2024

070. 5 Simple Ways to Experience Advent with Intention and Peace

In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit” podcast, hosts Shelly Kelly and Lisa Jones explore how you can experience Advent more simply and meaningfully. They share insights and practical tips to help you connect with God, find joy, and lessen the seasonal pressure.

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Nov. 21, 2024

069. Praying For Your Priest with Tina Jost

In this episode, we'll delve into the vital importance of praying for our priests, guided by our guest Tina Jost’s personal experiences and the profound insights in her book, “One Hour for My Priest, A Prayer Companion.”

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Nov. 14, 2024

068. Why Do We Serve God?

In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," hosts Lisa Jones and Shelly Kelly dive deep into the essence of serving within the church community as we ask the question, why do we serve God? With personal anecdotes and historical insights, they explore how small acts of service can build a stronge…

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Nov. 7, 2024

067. 4 Ways God Communicates With You with Julie Storr

In this episode you’ll learn how to discern God’s voice amidst the noise of daily life as Julie Storr walks us through the four ways God communicates with us, with practical examples and biblical references that make these concepts relatable and easy to understand.

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Oct. 31, 2024

066. Why Catholics Pray to the Saints

Lisa was asked "Why do Catholics look to the Saints when Jesus is their example?" by a friend and this is how she and her sister, Shelly answer the question. This episode dives deep into the significance of Saints in the Catholic faith and how their lives provide us with powerful examples of holine…

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Oct. 24, 2024

065. Legacy of Faith: Creating a Spiritual Heritage

Dive deep with us into what it means to leave a Legacy of Faith . Discover how to let your inner light shine, not for personal glory but as a testament to God’s presence in your life. Gain insights on building and maintaining...

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