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Guest Episodes

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. 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 …

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Oct. 10, 2024

063. Exploring Hallowtide through Fiction with Leslea Wahl

Hey Moms, we know it’s difficult to find good Catholic based teen fiction for our middle grade and older teens. That’s why we’re so excited about our conversation with Leslea Wahl , an award-winning author renowned for her Ca...

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Oct. 3, 2024

62. Behind the Scenes of Love in the Eternal City with Rebecca Martin

Welcome back to another episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit." Today, we dive into an enchanting tale that will whisk you away to the timeless city of Rome with our special guest, Rebecca Martin. Rebecca, a talented author an...

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June 20, 2024

057. Feeling Stuck? Maybe You Need a Life Coach!

Are you feeling stuck or in need of direction? Maybe you need a Life Coach! What is a life coach? How does it differ from spiritual direction? How do you find a life coach? What does a life coaching session …

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June 6, 2024

055. Empowerment and Hope: Maria Gallagher's Pro-Life Mission

We're honored to welcome Maria Gallagher, the executive director of the Pennsylvania Pro Life Federation. Listen as we discuss the challenges and triumphs of the pro-life movement post-Roe v. Wade, the importance of personal ...

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May 23, 2024

053. What is Spiritual Direction? - with Deanna Bartalini

Ever feel hesitant to start something new in your spiritual journey? You're not alone! Join us as we dive deep into the transformative experience of spiritual direction with our guest, Certified Spiritual Director Deanna Bart...

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April 11, 2024

047. Encountering Faith with Allison Gingras

In this episode, we're honored to welcome a very special guest, Allison Gingras, who brings a wealth of experience and insights from her own faith journey, a testament to the ever-evolving nature of prayer and presence with G...

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April 4, 2024

046. From Spain to Texas: Clara's Journey as a Foreign Exchange Stude…

In this heartwarming episode, we're getting up close with Clara, Lisa’s Spanish exchange student turned family. From soccer fields to kitchen showdowns, and the bonds formed over shared meals and Young Life meetings, join us ...

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March 14, 2024

043. Cultivating Faith Through Gardening with Margaret Rose Realy

As the Texas wildflowers color the sides of our highways, it's time to tend not only to our gardens but also to the growth of our inner faith. Join us as our special guest, Margaret Rose Realy, explores the parallels …

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Feb. 15, 2024

039. Friendly Inspiration for Lent!

We get by with a little help from our friends! What to do when Lent arrives and you need some extra motivation? For this episode, we invited seven friends (and family) to offer their own perspectives on how this liturgial …

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Feb. 1, 2024

037. "...As Heaven Intended" with Amanda Lauer

Who says you can't know and grow in your faith while reading Young Adult Fiction? It might be just as heaven intended! In this episode, we dive into the vibrant world of Young Adult (YA) historical fiction with the wonderfull...

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Jan. 25, 2024

036. Moving With Grace with Amy Connell

We're thrilled to introduce our friend and guest, Amy Connell - a certified personal trainer who wants you to take a rest day and nutrition coach who wants you to enjoy dessert. Amy joins us for an enlightening conversation a...

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Dec. 7, 2023

029. The Spirit of Family Traditions

Discover the profound impact of family traditions on our sense of belonging.

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Nov. 9, 2023

025. Enhance Your Prayer Life: Insights and Tips from Barb Szyszkiewi…

Are you looking for ways to enhance your prayer life? In this episode, Barb Szyszkiewicz, author of "The Handy Little Guide to Prayer" shares insights on the power and importance of prayer in our daily lives, and how we can …

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