Among Women 260: Divine Mercy and Finding Grace Where We Are
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A Holy Week episode that talks about the extraordinary graces that come to us through Jesus, the Divine Mercy. I'm specifically going to focus on trusting Jesus for his mercy, the link between the prayers of Mary's fiat and the simple prayer, "Jesus, I trust in You". I'll also share the encouraging prayer titled "Eternal God of Endless Mercy." (Check out all the resources below on this much-needed topic in our lives and in today's world.) Plus listen to an uplifting interview with author on the subject of going through menopause with a faith perspective. We discuss her book release from...
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Among Women Espresso Shot #47 – Nunc Coepi
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Welcome to Episode 47 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Nunc Coepi In this espresso shot, I describe the spiritual principle of Nunc Coepi, a Latin phrase that translates as "Now I begin." This is especially meaningful as we live through Lent. It addresses our need for courage and perseverance as we face difficulties, trials, or failures. Also, on a personal note, I relate some of my recent health issues that led to an unexpected hiatus from the podcast, as it relates to this topic. It is a joy...
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Among Women 259: The Care and Feeding of Your Prayer Life
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A mid-summer podcast about one of the most important subjects for a Christian—our prayer life! This topic is dear to my heart and you'll find many related podcasts (listed below) that I hope you'll investigate if you have time. The care and feeding of your soul comes from a life of prayer that is coupled with sanctifying grace found in the sacraments, chief among them—the Eucharist. Today's focus on prayer comes from my conversation with author and blogger, and longtime friend, Barb Szyszkiewicz, who brings us a new book, I recommend Barb's book not only for yourself, but as a gift...
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Among Women Espresso Shot #46 — The Visitation
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Welcome to Episode 46 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary In this espresso shot, I continue my series on the Marian feast days and Marian titles that honor our Mother Mary. This episode examines the feast day we celebrate on May 31, the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Links for this episode: - from Other shows in this series: : Mother of God Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at...
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Among Women 258: Secrets of the Sacred Heart
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Ramping up for the feast of the Sacred Heart on June 11, we're diving deep into devotion of the Sacred Heart with author and speaker, Emily Jaminet. Her latest book is called and it is absolutely red hot wisdom on the subject. You'll also learn about enthroning the Sacred Heart in your home or elsewhere. One of my favorite stories that Emily tells is about a lonely woman whose experience of isolation during the pandemic was transformed by this devotion. Oh, there's so much more! I also give a short read from the book on the life of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque whom Jesus used mightily to...
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Among Women 257: Called By Name
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After an unexpected hiatus, I'm back in the studio and delighted to kick off our spring and summer line up of podcasts with my guest Allison Gingras. Together we'll explore the latest book*** offering from WINE (Women in the New Evangelization): ***BOOK GIVEAWAY!!! For those who act quickly when this podcast is released... leave a comment and have your name placed in the free drawing for a copy of this new book. Entry comments will be open until May 10, 2021, 11:59PM Pacific Time. Winners will be contacted by email. (U.S. residents only, please.) I'll also introduce a saint who is...
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Among Women 256: Avoiding Overcommitment
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In the past year, I've been trying to avoid burnout. The coronavirus pandemic has brought scheduling challenges and changes that have required me to take a harder look at discerning how I spend my time. What am I saying "yes" to —in terms of my use of time? Keeping my calendar in front of Jesus, and keeping a daily prayer time, and keeping Sundays holy—and as a day of joy—have been life-saving. Trusting Jesus with my calendar is key, whether its job related stress, or what I'm cooking in the kitchen this week. That's why I'm talking to Rachel Balducci, author of . Our identity...
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Among Women Espresso Shot #45: Mother of God
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Welcome to Episode 45 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Mary, the Mother of God In this espresso shot, I begin the first in a year-long series on the Marian feast days and Marian titles that honor our Mother Mary. This episode examines the feast day we celebrate on January 1, and the title of Mary as Mother of God. Links for this episode: by Fr. Chris Alar from the Marians by Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio Reminders: You can now listen to Send your comments to Pat Gohn at...
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Among Women 255: A Saint in the Making
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In this episode get a behind the scenes look at the creation of a new book for children, , written by Lisa Hendey and illustrated by Katie Broussard. Both join me for a delightful conversation on this topic for families and caregivers for children. Also in this episode, enjoy a read-aloud segment with Pat sharing Charles Dickens' essay "What Christmas Is as We Grow Older." Plus a look ahead to the new year on Among Women. Links for this episode: Charles Dickens, New Book: Other shows of related interest: : My newest discussion about St. Joseph and praying the Litany of St....
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Among Women 254: Thanksgiving for Caregivers
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In this episode we explore the care of caregivers ... and look to find ways to be demonstrably thankful for their good service to others. In our conversation segment, we are joined by Debra Kelsey-Davis and Kelly Johnson, authors of the We also take inspiration from the writing of St. Hildegard of Bingen and St. Paul as we look to develop deeper thankfulness in our lives. Links for this episode: by Pope Benedict XVI Other shows of related interest: St. Hildegard of Bingen : St. Hildegard of Bingen Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at...
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In this episode:
"Blessed are They": St. Faustina
"Among Women" Guest: Kathryn Jean Lopez 
This week we catch up with Kathryn Jean Lopez to examine her book, A Year with the Mystics. We share about the how the Christian life is enhanced by learning more about the mystics and great saints who have gone before us. Kathryn reads an excerpt from the book, and Pat does, too, in the saint segment dedicated to inspiration from St. Faustina's Diary.
Check out Pat's news about your opportunity to enter a free drawing for books and other giveaways between Oct. 7-21, 2020.
Links for this episode:
Don't forget to enter the free drawing coming to Among Women October 7 thru October 21 in celebration of our new website and Mary and the month of the Rosary! Link will be here when it goes live! Also check out PatGohn.net.
A Year with the Mystics: Visionary Wisdom for Daily Living by Kathryn Jean Lopez
Kathryn Jean Lopez at National Review . Also at: National Review Institute, Center for Religion, Culture and Civil Society
God is Love - encyclical by Pope Benedict XVI
Catholic Moms Summit:
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Other shows of related interest:
AW 207: Defending the Faith with Clarity and Clarity, with Kathryn Jean Lopez
AW 140 has some excerpts St Maria Faustina who brought us the Divine Mercy chaplet and more. (Adult Programming Note: the AW interview on that podcast talks with Dawn Eden, and we discuss healing sexual wounds.)
AW 3: The life of St. Faustina and more
AW Espresso Shot #8: Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet
AW 146: Excerpts of St. Teresa of Avila on the divine Friend
AW 46: On St. Teresa' Interior Castle
AW 101: Mystics
AW 12: On St. Gertrude the great
AW 238: Becoming Cultural Mystics
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