In Good Faith with Sister Gloria Ardenio Agnes, Maryknoll Sister, Vocation Director
Release Date: 10/24/2023
A radical commitment
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Sister Julia Walsh shares her perspective on the radical commitment of the vow of celibacy. Read the transcript here: Listen to the full episode of In Good Faith podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
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In Good Faith with Sister Julia Walsh – Author and Podcast Host
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After suffering through an accident that could have ended her life, Sister Julia Walsh, FSPA, has found joy in her vocation -- and in her life within a body that was broken. She speaks with Sister Rejane about discerning her vocation, recovering physically, why she felt called to write about her experience, and the importance of living our lives as both broken and blessed. (1:28) The Viterbo connection (3:10) For Love of the Broken Body (4:22) Too much honesty? (7:49) The incident (16:30) Eucharist means thanksgiving (21:22) Brokenness in the human experience (23:52) Discipleship at a...
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How can I prepare to enter religious life?
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Looking forward to entering a religious community, a listener wonders what she should be doing to prepare for religious life. The Nuns have suggestions! Read the transcript here: Listen to the full Ask Sister podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
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Of boyfriends and religious vocations
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Can a girl's boyfriend help her discern a calling to religious life? Sister Mattie Sterner shares her experience! Read the transcript here: Listen to the full Ask Sister podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
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Different lives, different challenges
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The grass may look greener on the other side of the fence, but the fact is, religious life and married life both have their challenges and their beauties. Read the transcript here: Listen to the full Ask Sister podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
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How can I hear what the Holy Spirit is saying to me?
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A listener asks the Big Question: How can a person discern the movement of the Holy Spirit? The Nuns discuss! Read the transcript here: Listen to the full Ask Sister podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
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Is there a wrong time to go back to church?
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After spending some time away from church, a listener wonders if God is annoyed with her -- and if her fellow parishioners will judge her when she starts going to Mass again. The Nuns have a lot to say! Read the transcript here: Listen to the full Ask Sister podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
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Learning how to be a woman religious
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Entering a community, or even making vows, isn't the end of the vocation journey! The Nuns discuss. Read the transcript here: Listen to the full Ask Sister podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
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Where does our suffering unite with Christ's?
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A listener wonders what it means to "unite our suffering with Christ's," but is afraid to ask her pastor. The Nuns discuss! Read the transcript here: Listen to the full Ask Sister podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
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Age differences and culture gaps
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If a younger woman has a vocation to religious life, is that a problem for the community she joins -- which likely skews older -- or a blessing for everyone? The Nuns discuss! Read the transcript here: Listen to the full Motherhouse Road Trip podcast here: Don’t forget to call us and leave a message. Tell us what you like, ask a question, or just say hi. Call 913-214-6087. Let us know your thoughts about the podcast by taking this short survey! Your input helps us shape the future of the In Good Faith podcast! Click to take the survey. Thank you!
info_outlineGloria Ardenio Agnes, MM, worked as a teacher, campus minister, and office administrator at a Catholic School in Manila, Philippines, before she joined the Maryknoll Sisters in 2009.
Her first mission assignment was in Bolivia, where she ministered in an orphanage for boys and worked in a tutorial center teaching computer skills. In 2014, Sister Gloria was assigned to El Salvador and soon began working with the HIV+ population at the Contrasida Foundation. At present, Sister Gloria is serving as a Vocation Director for her community. She is also a member of the Coordinating Circle of the community in Maryknoll, New York, and dedicates her energy and time in helping the Sacristan in-charge at their Motherhouse.
(0:11) Why this podcast?
(1:19) Getting to know the Maryknolls
(2:14) Getting to know the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth
(4:11) The purpose of the Maryknolls
(5:57) No longer receivers only
(8:04) Missionary formation
(9:46) A gift to the people
(12:18) Power to the people
(13:53) Growing with and learning from each other
(16:12) Moving beyond your home country
(19:50) Teaching without age limits
(20:10) Cultural humility
(21:53) Centered around the Eucharist
(23:05) One holy, catholic, and apostolic church
(25:05) Cultural tensions and resolutions
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