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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 Melanie Rigney on the subject of going through menopause with a faith perspective. We discuss her book release from last year, Menopause Moments: A Journal for Nourishing Your Mind, Body and Spirit in Midlife.    Links for this episode: Diving into Divine Mercy:  AW Espresso Shot 8: Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet with Pat https://patgohn.net/2017/04/14/good-friday-a-good-day-to-begin-to-pray-the-divine-mercy-novena/ All In: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters, by Pat Gohn From the Marian Fathers: Podcast with Fr. Michael Gaitley, "Divine Mercy 101" www.thedivinemercy.org – Official homepage for everything you need to learn about Divine Mercy How to Pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy The History and Promises of the Chaplet The message of Divine Mercy Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul, by Sister M Faustina Connecting with Melanie Rigney: Menopause Moments: A Journal for Nourishing Your Mind, Body and Spirit in Midlife, by Melanie Rigney Other titles by Melanie Rigney Melanie Rigney's website: Rejoice and Be Glad Melanie Rigney on Among Women:  AW 169: A Saintly Sisterhood AW 199: Beatitude=Being Like Jesus AW 253: Radical Saints Other shows of related interest: The “Midlife Madres” series: AW 151: With Elizabeth Foss AW 157: With Barb Szyszkiewicz AW 198: The Beauty and Mission of Mature Womanhood with Lisa Mladinich About Prayer Journaling: AW 236: About pregnancy AW 239: Staying Connected prayer journals AW 252: Seeking Peace   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn via this website's contact page, or on the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.   Book Photo courtesy of Twenty-Third Publications.  Banner Photo by Pat Gohn.

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 to be back! Links for this episode: Begin Again: The Life and Spiritual Legacy of Bruno Lanteri – Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV An earlier blog post on this subject: #Fast Friday ...mid-Lent, mid-life ... Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.  You can now listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.    Image credit: Pat Gohn, walking along a path in Scotland

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, The Handy Little Guide: PRAYER.  I recommend Barb's book not only for yourself, but as a gift for others. It's short and an economical purchase, too. It's the latest in The Handy Little Guide Series from Our Sunday Visitor. In our saint segment, we power up with inspiration, wisdom and advice and drawn from several saints on the how-and-why's about prayer. So much good stuff, below. Be sure to check out the book and the related podcasts!   Links for this episode: About Barb Szyszkiewicz: The Handy Little Guide: Prayer By Barb Szyszkiewicz Barb's blog at Franciscan Mom Barb's work and writing at CatholicMom.com AW 48: Barb and Pat's convo on the podcast (Oh! So many years ago!) about Barb being a Secular Franciscan AW 157: Barb's guest slot on the "Midlife Madres" series   Other shows of related interest: AW 175: Appointment with God AW 93: Adoraton of the Blessed Sacrament AW Espresso Shot 13: My adoration story: AW 213: Prayer is a personal encounter with Jesus AW 77 Special edition on Prayer AW Espresso Shot 8: Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet with Pat About Prayer Journaling: AW 236 AW 239 AW 252   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn via this website's contact page, or on the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.   Book Photo courtesy of Our Sunday Visitor.  Banner Photo by Ben White on Unsplash

  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: "The Visitation" - from my archives at CatholicMom.com   Other shows in this series: AW Espresso Shot #45: Mother of God   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.  You can now listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.  Image credit: Stained glass window with Elizabeth and Mary, Visitation Monastery, Mobile, Alabama. Photo by Pat Gohn.

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 Secrets of the Sacred Heart: Twelve Ways to Claim Jesus' Promises in You Life 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 bring this devotion, eventually, to the world. If you've never discover the richness of the Among Women archives, I've created a list of listener favorites: Check out the TOP 25 Among Women podcasts of all time, as indicated by our download numbers.   Links for this episode: St. Margaret Mary Alacoque The Top 25 Among Women podcasts of all time – Listener Favorites! EmilyJaminet.com – learn more about Emily Jaminet and her other books Sign up for the June 9 webcast about the Sacred Heart here Book: Secrets of the Sacred Heart: Twelve Ways to Claim Jesus' Promises in You Life, by Emily Jaminet WelcomeHisHeart.com – learn about enthronement and devotion to the Sacred Heart for your home, parish, or school, including: The 12 Promises   Other shows of related interest: AW 89: The Sacred Heart AW Espresso Shot #26: Devotion to the Sacred Heart AW Espresso Shot #28: Devotion to the Immaculate Heart AW 229: The Friendship Project, with Emily Jaminet and Michele Faehnle The TOP 25  Reminders:  Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.   Image credit: Banner: Sacred Heart Chapel, Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, Huntington NY. Photo by Fr. Barry Braum, https://unsplash.com/@fr_barry  

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): Called By Name. ***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 new to me—and one who has particular spoken to me with her example and courage when it comes to aging with grace. I've referenced many resources in this conversation, so please check out the related podcasts below! Thanks for listening!   Links for this episode: St. Paula Frassinetti's bio at the Vatican Called By Name: 365 Daily Devotions for Catholic Women; edited by Kelly M. Wahlquist, Allison Gingras, and Alyssa Bormes Called By Name gift bundle and journal WINE website: CatholicVineyard.com Allison Gingras' website: ReconciledToYou.com   Other shows of related interest: AW 200: A conversation with Kelly Wahlquist and her book Created to Relate and about WINE, Women in the New Evangelization. AW 239: Allison Gingras with a panel discussing the Stay Connected journals AW 252: A conversation with Allison Gingras on her Seeking Peace journal AW 231: The Time is Now for the Rosary AW 241: A personal relationship with Mary AW Espresso Shot #12: My Rosary Story AW Espresso Shot #25: Devotion to Mary (For May!) Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. You can now listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app. Image credits: Book cover: Ave Maria Press Bundle: CatholicVineyard.com

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 Overcommitted: Cut Chaos and Find Balance. Our identity is not about what we do, but who we are in Christ. Rachel's message calls us to greater holiness first, and doing what God wants us to do. I also share about a Franciscan founder of two religious orders in the U.S. and Germany, Blessed Frances Scherviers. Frances was a woman who used her time well, helping to invite troubled women into a life with Christ.   Links for this episode: The life of Blessed Frances Scherviers Overcommitted: Cut Chaos and Find Balance by Rachel Balducci Other books by Rachel Balducci are here and here. Find Rachel Balducci at The Gist on Catholic TV.   Other shows of related interest: AW 252: Seeking Peace AW 249: The Station of the Cross   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. You can now listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.   Image credit: Paico Oficial@paicooficial on Unsplash.

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: A short video by Fr. Chris Alar from the Marians A short article by Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio   Reminders: You can now listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.  Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.  

In this episode get a behind the scenes look at the creation of a new book for children, A Saint in the Making, 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, "What Christmas Is as We Grow Older" New Book: I'm A Saint in the Making  Learn more about Lisa Hendey Learn more about Katie Broussard Other shows of related interest: AW 250: My newest discussion about St. Joseph and praying the Litany of St. Joseph AW Espresso Shot #23: Devotion to St. Joseph AW 220: more on St. Joseph Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Among Women is now on the iHeart Radio app. Image credits: Banner: Davidson Luna on Unsplash  Book cover: Courtesy of Paraclete Press

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 The Caregiver's Companion. 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: Holy Women by Pope Benedict XVI Nourish for Caregivers  The Caregiver's Companion: A Christ-centered Journal to Nourish your Soul    Other shows of related interest: AW 132:  St. Hildegard of Bingen AW 229: St. Hildegard of Bingen Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Among Women is not on the iHeart Radio app. Image credits: Banner: Priscilla Du Preez/ Unsplash Book: Ave Maria Press

This episode celebrates the communion of saints—this amazing aspect of the Body of Christ both on heaven and earth. And we recall the beauty of November's month of the holy souls. My guest is Melanie Rigney who brings many stories of the saints in her book Radical Saints: 21 Women for the 21st Century. Also from the book, we delve into the life of St. Dulce of the Poor from Brazil. Saint segment: St. Dulce of the Poor "Among Women" Guest: Melanie Rigney   Links for this episode: MelanieRigney.com Radical Saints: 21 Women for the 21st Century by Melanie Rigney Sisterhood of Saints by Melanie Rigney Brotherhood of Saints by Melanie Rigney Catholic Moms Summit Nov 13-15, 2020 (Find the free registration or the All Access pass right here.)   Other shows of related interest: AW 169: A Saintly Sisterhood, with Melanie Rigney AW 199: Beatitude = Being like Jesus, with Melanie Rigney   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Check out Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app. Photo credits: Top banner: Pat Gohn Book: Courtesy of Franciscan Media

October 16, 2020 In this episode: The times we live in — oh! — we all need to anchor our trust in God and seek peace amidst the chaos. Allison Gingras shares her faith story and lasting lessons in her new journal in the Stay Connected series: Seeking Peace – A Spiritual Journey from Worry to Trust.  I also share from my own life my love for St. Francis de Sales and the inspiration to give my worry over to God during a difficult trial from my past. Plus I offer the comfort I've come to know in our saint segment with the consolation that is found from knowing our guardian angels.   Links for this episode: Among Women Drawing for Books in honor of Our Lady of the  Rosary. Go to this link and leave a comment. US residents only. Drawing ends Oct. 21, 2020. Introduction to the Devout Life, with an introduction by Pat Gohn. Webinar on the book at Our Sunday Visitor by Pat Gohn. Catholic Moms Summit - Nov 13-15, 2020: Go here for Free Registration and All Access Pass Allison Gingras at Reconciled to You Seeking Peace: A Spiritual Journey from Worry to Trust by Allison Gingras (Stay Connected Journal series.)   Other shows of related interest: AW 239: Staying Connected with Allison Gingras and others AW Espresso Shot #34: More on St. Francis de Sales   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. New! Find Among Women on iHeart Radio, too!   Image credits: Banner at top: by Saad Chaudhry on Unsplash Book: OSV

October 3, 2020 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: Free to sign up here All Access Pass ($49.99) here    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   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credits: Top banner: Photo by Stephanie LeBlanc on Unsplash Book: St. Benedict Press

September 20, 2020 In this episode: Saint segment: St. Joseph Conversation segment Guest: Danielle Bean Back after a hiatus, I recap a little about the ups and downs of my pandemic experience and talk about adapting spiritual practices including "virtual streams" of adoration and a renewed love for St. Joseph as a spiritual patron. Beyond that I'm happy to catch up with author Danielle Bean about a wonderful book about facing the empty nest (or the emptying one) and what might be next: Giving Thanks and Letting Go: Reflections on the Gift of Motherhood. Links for this episode:   Adoration Live-stream from Philadelphia, the Pink Sisters Adoration Live-stream from Lithuania, where the original Divine Mercy image is Consecration to St. Joseph by Donald H. Calloway, MIC Giving Thanks and Letting Go by Danielle Bean DanielleBean.com CatholicMom.com The Gist - on Catholic TV The Catholic Moms Summit – free registration link The Catholic Moms Summit – ALL ACCESS PASS link Check out the new AW logo on our Facebook page.   Check back on October 7 - feast of Our Lady of the Rosary – to see the launch of our new website and place your name in our free drawing for goodies related to Mary and the Rosary.   Other shows of related interest: AW 186: On faith, grace, and prayer in marriage and family life AW 196: Praying with your children AW 76: Raising saints for the Church AW 151: The Mid-life Madres Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Don't forget that you can also listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio.  Image credits: Top Photo by Sarath C Mon Unsplash Book Photo courtesy of Ave Maria Press Catholic Moms Summit photo courtesy of Cardinal Studios

Welcome to Episode 44 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot”– a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes - "Blessed are who are persecuted for righteousness sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. In this espresso shot, I examine the final Beatitude in this series from Matthew 5:10: "Blessed are who are persecuted for righteousness sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." This is the last podcast in a 9-podcast series devoted to reviewing the eight Beatitudes that open Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthew. In this podcast, as with the previous ones in this series, I'm examining how this important beatitude not only reflects Jesus and his lived experience, but it also has import for the Christian life, while it very obviously points us toward heaven. Links for this episode: Previous podcasts in the Beatitudes series: AW Espresso Shot 43: Blessed are the peacemakers AW Espresso Shot 42: Blessed are the pure in heart AW Espresso Shot 41:  Blessed are the merciful AW Espresso Shot 40: Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness AW Espresso Shot 39: Blessed are the meek AW Espresso Shot 38: Blessed are those who mourn AW Espresso Shot 37: Blessed are the poor in spirit AW Espresso Shot 36: An overview of the Beatitudes Reminders: You can now listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.  Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Photo by Aaron Guzman on Unsplash

  Welcome to Episode 43 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot”– a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes - "Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be children of God." In this espresso shot, I examine the seventh Beatitude from Matthew 5:9: "Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be children of God." (NAB) This is the seventh podcast in a 9-podcast series devoted to reviewing the eight Beatitudes that open Jesus' Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthew. In this podcast, as with the previous ones in this series, I'm examining how peacemaking not only reflects Jesus, but it ought to be part of our vocation and, finally, point us toward heaven. Links for this episode: The Didache Bible Other podcasts of related interest: Previous podcasts in the Beatitudes series: AW Espresso Shot 42: Blessed are the pure in heart AW Espresso Shot 41:  Blessed are the merciful AW Espresso Shot 40: Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness AW Espresso Shot 39: Blessed are the meek AW Espresso Shot 38: Blessed are those who mourn AW Espresso Shot 37: Blessed are the poor in spirit AW Espresso Shot 36: An overview of the Beatitudes Reminders: You can now listen to Among Women on iHeart Radio and the iHeart Radio app.  Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit:  Jeremy Bishop on Unsplash

Welcome to Episode 42 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” In this espresso shot, I examine the sixth Beatitude from Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” This is the seventh podcast in a 9-podcast series devoted to reviewing the eight Beatitudes that open Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthew. In this podcast, as with the previous ones in this series, I’m examining how purity of heart reflects Jesus, and how it ought to be a goal in our lives, and finally how this beatitude points us toward heaven. Links for this episode: Jesus of Nazareth, Volume one, by Benedict XVI Catechism of the Catholic Church, beginning with paragraph 2518 Other podcasts of related interest: Previous podcasts in the Beatitudes series: AW Espresso Shot 41:  Blessed are the merciful AW Espresso Shot 40: Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness AW Espresso Shot 39: Blessed are the meek AW Espresso Shot 38: Blessed are those who mourn AW Espresso Shot 37: Blessed are the poor in spirit AW Espresso Shot 36: An overview of the Beatitudes Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: Image by AnnaER from Pixabay

Welcome to Episode 41 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.” In this espresso shot, I examine the third Beatitude from Matthew 5:7: “Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.” This is the sixth podcast in a 9-podcast series devoted to reviewing the eight Beatitudes that open Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthew. In this podcast, I’m examining how mercy reflects Jesus, and how it ought to be an attitude and disposition in our lives, and how this beatitude points us toward heaven. Be sure to explore the links below about the image of Jesus as the Divine Mercy, and devotion to the Divine Mercy. Links for this episode: Didache Bible  Divine Mercy Image Everything you need to know about devotion to the Divine Mercy  Petition to add St. Maria Faustina Kowalska to the Doctors of the Church Other podcasts of related interest: About St. Faustina and Divine Mercy: AW Espresso Shot 8: Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet AW 49: Aspects of Divine Mercy discussed AW 3: St. Faustina and the devotion to Divine Mercy Previous podcasts in the Beatitudes series: AW Espresso Shot 40: Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness AW Espresso Shot 39: Blessed are the meek AW Espresso Shot 38: Blessed are those who mourn AW Espresso Shot 37: Blessed are the poor in spirit AW Espresso Shot 36: An overview of the Beatitudes Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: D Casp from Pixabay.

Welcome to Episode 40 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” In this espresso shot, I examine the third Beatitude from Matthew 5:6: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” This podcast examines a definition of righteousness and its call for our life. Let us have a sense of urgency for living the gospel in our own lives, and an urgency for spreading it! I hope you’ll stay with us as we delve into how this beatitude teaches us about Jesus, about ourselves, and about the Kingdom of God. Links for this episode: Didache Bible  My book, All In: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters  Other podcasts of related interest: AW Espresso Shot 39: Blessed are the meek AW Espresso Shot 38: Blessed are those who mourn AW Espresso Shot 37: Blessed are the poor in spirit AW Espresso Shot 36: An overview of the Beatitudes   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit:  Michael O’Sullivan on Unsplash

This episode is a departure from our usual format. It’s been a few weeks since my last podcast and in that time the United States has taken many measures to attempt to curb the pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. This has been a difficult time for many people. Most difficult for Catholics has been the temporary suspension of public Masses. Given that this is Lent I exhort you to lean into prayer even more — but especially as we pray against and through this pandemic. The Stations of the Cross is a traditional Catholic devotion. I encourage you to make it your own. This podcast captures my own prayer, my own reflections on the Stations. I hope it will be something we can pray together.   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: Pat Gohn

Welcome to Episode 39 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are the meek.” In this espresso shot, I examine the third Beatitude from Matthew 5:5: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” This podcast examines continues to explore the inspiration we have in Jesus with respect to the Beatitudes as it applies to meekness — often not a popular position to take, if one looks at the modern world. But Jesus’ words are almost always countercultural and with his words we look at how we experience meekness as Christians. It is both a call to trust and rely on God, and to serve others. Finally we see how this beatitude is one that even great saints have struggled with — but they made it heaven! So, we close with a prayer from the heart of St. Thérèse of Lisieux (listed below). Links for this episode:            Blessed Are You, by Melanie Rigney Prayer of St. Thérèse of Lisieux Dear Lord, Thou knowest my weakness. Each morning I resolve to be humble, and in the evening I recognize that I have often been guilty of pride. The sight of these faults tempts me to discouragement; yet I know that discouragement is itself but a form of pride. I wish, therefore, O my God, to build all my trust upon Thee. As Thou can do all things, deign to implant in my soul this virtue which I desire, and to obtain it from Thy Infinite Mercy, I will often say to Thee: “Jesus, Meek and Humble of Heart, make my heart like unto Thine.”   Other podcasts of related interest: AW Espresso Shot #36: The Beatitudes — an overview AW Espresso Shot #37: The Beatitudes: Blessed are the poor in spirit AW Espresso Shot #38: The Beatitudes: Blessed are those who mourn AW 199: Beatitude = Being Like Jesus with Melanie Rigney   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.   Image credit: Photo by Reign Abarintos on Unsplash

Welcome to Episode 38 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are those who mourn.” In this espresso shot, I begin a look at the second Beatitude from Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn… for they shall be comforted.” This podcast examines the inspiration we have in Jesus with respect to mourning. And we look at how we deal with this as Christians, and how we serve those who mourn. Finally we see how this beatitude implicitly points us to the hope of heaven. Other podcasts of related interest: AW Espresso Shot #36: The Beatitudes — an overview AW Espresso Shot #37: The Beatitudes: Blessed are the poor in spirit AW 172: Good grief, God! AW 199: Beatitude = Being Like Jesus Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: Ben White on Unsplash

Welcome to Episode 37 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are the poor in spirit…” In this espresso shot, I begin a look at the first Beatitude from Matthew 5:3: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” This podcast examines the inspiration Jesus, where we put our trust, and the call to be humble — like Jesus. My reflections based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 544, 2546 and 2547. Other podcasts of related interest: AW Espresso Shot #36: The Beatitudes — an overview AW 199: Beatitude = Being Like Jesus AW 92: The Bible and You Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: Creative Vix 

Welcome to Episode 36 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – A Snapshot of Jesus and Christian Life In this espresso shot, I begin a series looking at the Beatitudes, as found in Matthew 5:1-12. This podcast offers a brief overview of the Beatitudes, with reflections based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 1717 and 1719. Other podcasts of related interest: AW 199: Beatitude = Being Like Jesus AW 92: The Bible and You   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: Photo by Ben White on Unsplash

November 19, 2019 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Fulton J. Sheen “Among Women” Guest: Joanna Wahlund This episode of Among Women examines the challenges of mothers who work either by choice or necessity. While each woman’s situation is unique, we look at how important connections to faith and family are for the mothering vocation. Joanna Wahlund, a longtime listener to Among Women, and now author of The Catholic Working Mothers’ Guide to Life is my guest. Together we discuss the foundations of the book, plus women saints who might be good patrons for working mothers, as well as tips for growing in prayer, discernment, and finding sisters in Christ. And, in a departure from our usual fare, based on the news of the week, I’m dedicating our Blessed Our They segment to talk about the upcoming beatification of Bishop Fulton J. Sheen.   Links for this episode: News of the Beatification of Fulton J. Sheen The Worlds’ First Love (Mary, Mother of God) by Fulton J. Sheen The Catholic Working Mothers’ Guide to Life by Joanna Wahlund Facebook Group: Catholic Working Mothers    Other shows of related interest: AW 237: A Bishop We Can Rely On (about Fulton J. Sheen with Alexis Walkenstein) AW 161: Catholic Pediatricians Make a Difference (with a saint segment on Gianna Molla) AW 11: A very early Among Women podcast with a bio about Gianna Molla. AW 159: Faith-filled Women at Work AW 180: Working Women, Leadership, and the Devotional Life   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credits: Banner photo by Christina @ wocintechchat.com on Unsplash Book cover courtesy of OSV.  

Oct. 31, 2019 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Magdalene of Nagasaki “Among Women” Guest: Sarah Christmyer In this episode we ponder the call based on the title of Sarah Christmyer’s new book Becoming Women of the Word. It’s a wonderful conversation filled with the story of Rahab’s faith, as found in the book of Joshua. This is the kind of faith that calls us to trust in God amidst the storms of life. Speaking of hardships, in our Blessed Are They segment,  you’ll learn about the life and faith of one of the Japanese martyrs, St. Magdalene of Nagasaki. Links for this episode: Becoming Women of the Word: How to answer God’s call with purpose and joy by Sarah Christmyer Sarah Christmyer’s website and blog: Come into the Word Other shows of related interest: AW 92: A Special Edition: the Bible and You AW 8: Learn about the Gospel of Mark with Bible scholar Dr. Mary Healy AW Espresso Shot 18: The titles of Jesus   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credits: Top banner – Courtesy of Come Into The Word with Sarah Christmyer Book: Ave Maria Press

October 13, 2019 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: 5 new saints canonized today by Pope Francis “Among Women” Guest: Danielle Bean In this episode I offer a summary of the lives of 5 new saints being raised to the altar (3 religious women, 1 laywoman, and 1 priest-Cardinal): Dulce Lopes Mariam Thresia Marguerite Bays Giuseppina Vannini John Henry Newman I’m also happy to be joined by my friend, Danielle Bean, and together we take a deep dive into her new book, The Manual for Women. Topics include discovering the true dignity of women in Scripture and in the teachings of the Church (aka the feminine genius), plus the inspiration of Mary, receptivity, humility, and the practice of prayer, and avoiding the lies and claiming the truth about the goodness of being a woman. Danielle Bean, courtesy of DanielleBean.com. Links for this episode: Bios for 5 new saints The Manual for Women  Find all of Danielle’s books here. DanielleBean.com CatholicMom.com Other shows of related interest: AW 221: Bragging on Jesus, with Danielle Bean AW 179: Momnipotent! With Danielle Bean AW 71: Small Steps for Catholic Moms, With Danielle Bean and Elizabeth Foss Watch Danielle Bean on The Gist, on Catholic TV Listen to Danielle Bean on the Girlfriends podcast Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: https://unsplash.com/@beccatapert

September 14, 2019 In this special music edition of Among Women, I am dispensing with our usual format and bringing you new music from Grammy-nominated singer-songerwriter, Sarah Hart. Sarah has been a guest on the show before and we ran into each other recently at a conference, and it was so nice to be able to catch up and schedule this visit on Among Women, celebrating her new album, “And Lovely It Is.” Join us for a lovely conversation and music from Sarah Hart. Links for this episode: SarahHartMusic.com Sarah Hart on Facebook “And Lovely It Is” on iTunes Other shows of related interest: AW 134: Sarah Hart Sings Her Heart Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credits: Courtesy of Sarah Hart Music

Welcome to Episode 35 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Praying, Sacrificing, and Reparation In this espresso shot, I focus on the prayers of the Angel at Fatima to the visionaries … which have great power to help heal the church and the world, and, us.   We see and experience trouble in the world, trouble in the Church … this is a deep call for Catholics to do the heaving lifting in terms of prayer, sacrifice, and reparation for the love of Jesus, for the conversions of those who are far from him, and to offer reparation for the sins and offenses against the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. (Here’s an informative video about reparation and Eucharistic devotion, including a conversation with the recently deceased, Fr. Andrew Apostoli, an expert on this subject. His book on Fatima is highly recommended by me.)   Information for the 2 prayers from the Angel of Fatima offered in this episode: Angel Prayer / Pardon Prayer (From the first apparition of the Angel at Fatima, Spring, 1916) My God, I believe, I adore, I hope and I love you! I ask pardon of You for those who do not believe, do not adore, do not hope and do not love You! Another common translation of this prayer in English is this: My God, I believe, I adore, I hope and I love you! I beg pardon for those who do not believe, do not adore, do not hope and do not love You! Pray either one! 2. Here is the Angel’s prayer from his third visit to the children of Fatima in the Fall of 1916: Most Holy Trinity, Father,  Son, and Holy Spirit, I adore YOU profoundly, and I offer You the precious he most precious Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ, present in all the tabernacles of the world, in reparation for the outrages, sacrileges, and indifference by which He Himself is offended. And through the infinite merits of the Sacred Heart and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I beg of You the conversion of poor sinners.  Another common translation of this prayer in English is this: O Most holy Trinity, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, I adore you profoundly. I offer You the most precious Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ, present in all the tabernacles of the world, in reparation for the outrages, sacrileges, and indifference by which He is offended. By the infinite merits of the Sacred Heart and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I beg the conversion of poor sinners.  Pray either one!   Other podcasts of related interest: AW 7: Listen to one of the first Among Women podcasts describing my pilgrimage to Fatima, Portugal AW 223: #Fatima100 and Mary’s Way – This episodes looks at the 100th anniversary of the miracles and apparitions of Fatima. AW Espresso Shot 12: My Rosary Story AW 133: A short profile on Jacinta Marto, one of the young children of Fatima. (She will be canonized by Pope Francis in Fatima on May 13!)   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.

August 9, 2019 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross “Among Women” Guest: Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur Some encourage here to receive God’s forgiveness in our lives, especially in the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, as well as learning to bring to God those people we need to forgive, so He can help us to forgive. In this podcast, Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur offers reflections on this important subject from her new book, The Power of Forgiveness, (OSV).   Links for this episode: Blessed, Beautiful, and Bodacious by Pat Gohn The Introduction of the Devout Life, by Francis de Sales (with Pat Gohn’s introduction) The Power of Forgiveness, by Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur Patrice’s websites: PFMacArthur.com TodaysCatholicHomeschooling.com Other shows of related interest: AW 163: A Name for Eternity with Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur recorded in 2013. AW 6: Travel back in time ten years with Among Women to a very early podcast recorded with Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur, recorded at a table in a restaurant off a highway in central Massachusetts. AW 155: A biographical look at St. Teresa Benedicta (Edith Stein) of the Cross AW 194: A look at the writing of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) regarding Mary AW 169: More Marian commentary from the writings of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross AW 218: Information on the Examen prayer   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credits: Book: OSV Banner: Photo by Felix Koutchinski on Unsplash

July 10, 2019 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Teresa of Avila; St. Catherine of Siena “Among Women” Guest: Mary Lenaburg This episode offers a powerful conversation with Mary Lenaburg, author of Be Brave in the Scared that details her vocation as a wife and mother, with a particular emphasis on the faith and life lessons that accompanied her 22 years as Courtney’s mother. Mary’s daughter lived most of her life with profound disabilities, but her short life made a beautifully profound impact in the lives of those who knew her. I also spend some time unpacking some of the Bible verses that have been anchors for me in times of fear, and, in the Blessed are They segment, I unpack inspiration from St. Teresa of Avila and St. Catherine of Siena. Links for this episode: Scripture verses shared by Pat: Psalm 23; Psalm 27:1-3; Matthew 10: 28-31; 1 Peter 5:7 Wisdom from the Saints: From St. Teresa of Avila: “Let nothing disturb you, nothing cause you fear. All things pass; God is unchanging. Patience obtains all. Whoever has God needs nothing else; God alone suffices.” Quotes from St. Catherine of Siena: “Nothing great is ever achieved without much enduring.” “Proclaim the truth and do not be silent through fear.” “…the soul always fears until she arrives at true love.”    Conversation with Mary Lenaburg: Be Brave in the Scared: How I Learned to Trust God during the Most Difficult Days in my Life by Mary E. Lenaburg MaryLenaburg.com   Other shows of related interest: AW 46: talks about St. Teresa of Avila AW 101: talks about St. Teresa of Avila and women mystics AW 4: talks about St. Catherine of Siena — from over 10 years ago! AW 125: more with St. Catherine of Siena. Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image Credits: Banner: Photo by Nicola Nuttall on Unsplash Book: Courtesy of Ave Maria Press

June 7 , 2019 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Bridget of Sweden “Among Women” Guest: Patti Maguire Armstrong In this episode, I unpack “holy hacks” which not only assist us in growing in the spiritual life, but it is also the great title of a new book from my guest, Patti Maguire Armstrong, titled Holy Hacks: Everyday Ways to Live your Faith and Get to Heaven. And its one of my favorite books so far in 2019. And that’s saying something. I also enjoy diving into some of the prayer advice from St. Bridget of Sweden. Links for this episode: St. Bridget’s prayers found in the Office of Readings for July 23 St. Bridget’s 15 Prayers The Pieta Prayer Book Holy Hacks by Patti Maguire Armstrong Other shows of related interest: AW 66 has a full bio of St. Bridget of Sweden AW 234 discusses St. Bridget of Ireland AW 117  has a previous visit to AW from Patti Maguire Armstrong Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: Courtesy of Ave Maria Press

May 9, 2019 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Mary as our Spiritual Mom “Among Women” Guest: Maria Morera Johnson It’s May! It’s Mary’s month — and the month whereby we in the U.S. celebrate mothers!  This episode of Among Women has it all!  Pat shares about some of her personal history with Mary both from her book, All In, and a recent article in Catholic Digest. Then enjoy a wonderful conversation with Pat’s friend and prayer buddy, Maria Morera Johnson, about devotion to Mary under the title of Our Lady of Charity, the patroness of Cuba. Maria’s latest book is  Our Lady of Charity.  Learn about the history and the symbols related to this Cuban story of faith, family, and Mary’s particular love for each of us — it will be worth your time! Many Mary-related resources are below! Links for this episode: Look for Pat’s article “The Power of Our Praying Mom: Mary” in Catholic Digest, May 2019. All In: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters by Pat Gohn Our Lady of Charity: How a Cuban Devotion to Mary Helped me Grow in Faith and Love by Maria Morera Johnson Maria Johnson’s blog Other shows of related interest: Podcasts about Mary: AW 7: My pilgrimage to Fatima AW 83: More about Mary AW 188: Mary’s Spiritual Motherhood and Ours AW 223: #Fatima100 and Mary’s Way AW 224: Undoer of Knots & Mary’s Touch AW Espresso Shot 12: My Rosary Story AW Espresso Shot 25: Devotion to Mary AW Espresso Shot 30: Devotion to the Rosary Podcasts with Maria Morera Johnson: AW 146: The Power of a Praying Friend AW 197: Badass Buddies and Pope Selfies AW 230: Wonder Women Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image Credits: Courtesy of Ave Maria Press

Welcome to Episode 34 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Flowers at the Foot of the Cross Growing in virtue takes day-by-day effort! St. Francis de Sales’ famous work Introduction to the Devout Life has been part of my spiritual reading for a long time! Today I want to share with you his advice on how our practice of virtue — for the love of Jesus — can become as “flowers at the foot of the Cross.” This simple little word picture about these flowers has helped me through Lent and is propelling me through Easter. I hope you’ll agree that Francis de Sales is a master teacher and spiritual guide.  Links for this episode: Francis de Sales, Introduction to the Devout Life – this is the OSV book that Pat wrote the introduction for. You can also listen to a free webinar on the book here. Other podcasts of related interest: You’ll find details about “the little way” from St. Therese of Lisieux in these two podcasts: AW 9 AW 165   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Photo by Echo Grid on Unsplash

March 31, 2019 Among Women celebrates 10 years! This episode looks back at ten interesting podcasts from the past ten years. This is really a moment of true gratitude to God for the gift of these years. The podcast also catches you up on recent events in my life. Not gonna lie, I’ve had some setbacks with family events and studio breakdowns that have affected my ability to bring out podcasts in a timely manner. Hoping for better days in the weeks ahead. But please pray for me as I work out my scheduling needs and updating my podcasting equipment. Our Lady of Perpetual Help, pray for us! Links for this episode: From 2009: AW 1 & AW 2 — the first podcasts! From 2010: AW 75 — Healing from the hurt of abortion From 2011: AW 93 — Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament From 2012: AW 146 — The power of a praying friend From 2013: AW 159 — Faith-filled women at work From 2014: AW 186 — On faith, grace, and prayer in marriage & family From 2015: AW 191 — Jenny’s IVF story From 2016: AW 211 — Kicking those little sins From 2017: AW 223 — Fatima#100 and Mary’s Way From 2018: AW Espresso Shot 22 — Devotion to the Holy Family Other links of related interest: Blog post: Recalling my conversation with Abby Johnson on Among Women AW 209 — Women leaving the abortion industry Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Banner image credit: AliceMary at morguefile.

Welcome to Episode 33 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Devotions for Days of the Week After 12 installments on the monthly devotions that the Church calls us to, I felt remiss in not discussing that the Church also recommends different devotions for the days of the week. These are recommended by me — not to give you more “to do.” They are recommended to help us respond to Christ in ways that might be in sync with our daily calendars. So, if its something you’ve never done before, start small and see how it goes. No pressure from me or the Church in this regard … I’m just offering suggestions for what may prove helpful. But none of this is mandatory. Your prayer life is between you and God. For someone like me, who has a scheduled life to contend with, I find these kinds of prayer prompts helpful. A personal note from Pat:  This podcast returns after an unexpected break of several weeks. Without going into too many details, my husband and I have had to invest many more hours than usual into some family needs where our parents health needs are concerned, and we’ve been backlogged both at work and home. I also experienced some illness, and a confounding technical breakdown in my home studio. (This podcast has one sole proprietor — yours truly!) Talk about setbacks of time, money, and wellbeing. Anyway, the folks are doing a little better, I’m feeling healthy, and the studio needs are patched, but need more repair… So, say a prayer for all of us, won’t you? I will appreciate it!  Links for this episode: Among Women Espresso Shot #31: Praying for Holy Souls podcast St. Gertrude’s prayer for souls First Fridays devotion First Saturdays devotion Rosary-themed podcasts: Among Women Espresso Shot #30: My top 10 Reasons to Pray the Rosary AW 231: The Time in Now for the Rosary AW 112: What I love about the Rosary Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: Photo by rawpixel on Unsplash

December 19, 2018 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Our Lady of Guadalupe “Among Women” Guests: Allison Gingras, Tiffany Walsh, and Deanna Bartalini This episode offers an Advent reflection on the light of Christ, plus it examines the feast day and the icon of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Together we look at some of the Marian symbolism on the famous tilma of St. Juan Diego, as well as hear the consoling words of our Mother, Mary. Our interview segment features a lively conversation with a panel of wonderful writers who have created the Stay Connected Journals for Catholic Women.  Merry Christmas!!  Don’t miss your opportunity to place your name in the drawing for a 3-pack of the Stay Connected Journals OR the Great Adventure Bible!  NOTE FROM PAT: THIS DRAWING IS NOW CLOSED.   TO ENTER OUR RANDOM DRAWING: Just leave a comment below to enter, or send me an email at AmongWomenPodcast@me.com and tell me you wish to enter the drawing. There will be two winners selected after Jan. 1, 2019: One will receive the 3-Pack of all three Stay Connected Journals and one winner will receive the Great Adventure Bible. All entries must be received by 11:59pm Eastern on Dec. 31, 2018. NOTE FROM PAT: THIS DRAWING IS NOW CLOSED.   Links for this episode: Stay Connect Journals for Catholic Women: The Gift of Invitation: 7 Ways that Jesus Invites You to a Life of Grace Exploring the Catholic Classics: How Spiritual Reading Can Help You Grow in Wisdom Invite the Holy Spirit into Your Life: Growing in Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control Authors’ websites: Allison Gingras’ website: Reconciled to You DeannaBartalini.com Tiffany Walsh’s Life of a Catholic Librarian   The Great Adventure Bible from Ascension Press   Other shows of related interest: AW 37: The story of Our Lady of Guadalupe, plus a Christmas miracle for a family with a very sick baby AW 188: Mary’s Spiritual Motherhood and Ours Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. DON’T FORGET ABOUT THE DRAWING — enter through Dec. 31, 2018! Rules to enter are above in the green print.

Welcome to Episode 32 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Advent and the Coming of Christ This is the 12th and final installment in a 12-part series on the monthly church devotions. In December we are called to pray about Advent and the coming of Christ. This is new liturgical year, and Advent is a penitential season. In this episode I’m focusing on preparing, penance, and peace-making.  Links for this episode: Making a simple advent wreath Adult Advent Calendar from Loyola Advent reflections from Bishop Robert Barron – sign up for free Other podcasts of related interest: AW 232: On the cusp of Advent AW 218: Advent and Ignatian Spirituality AW 116: The Advent of Advent Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credit: Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash

November 26, 2018 This episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Teresa of Avila’s Prayer of Preparation for Advent. Plus a bonus: An advent prayer for lapsed Catholics invoking St. John Paul II. “Among Women” Guest: Sr. Nancy Usselmann, FSP This episode invites us to become cultural mystics, and discover a deeper awareness of the sacred in our culture. Listen to this conversation with Sr. Nancy Usselmann, a Daughter of St. Paul, who is both an author of A Sacred Look: Becoming Cultural Mystics — Theology of Popular Culture, as well as a vocalist with the Daughters of St. Paul Choir. We’ll learn and laugh as we explore the work of #medianuns –including their upcoming concert series: GLORIOUS NIGHT! Plus, we’ll spend a few moments in prayer in preparation for Advent with the saintly words of Carmelite mystic, St. Teresa of Avila. Links for this episode: Advent Prayer of Preparation: St. Teresa of Avila Advent Prayer for Lapsed Catholics A Sacred Look: Becoming Cultural Mystics — Theology of Popular Culture by Sr. Nancy Usselmann #medianuns Pauline Books and Media (Find a book and media center near you.) Daughters of St. Paul Choir Christmas concert series BeMediaMindful.org Other shows of related interest: AW 96: Those Singing Nuns — with the Daughter of St. Paul Choir – a behind-the-scenes look at the sisters in the recording studio. AW 131: New Life in Christ with Sr. Emily Beata Marsh, FSP AW 143: Growing in Friendship with Jesus and His Queen, with Sr. Helena Burns, FSP AW 189: Lead with Humility with Sr. Theresa Noble, FSP Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.  Banner image credit: Daughters of St. Paul    

Welcome to Episode 31 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Praying for the Souls in Purgatory This is the 11th installment in a 12-part series on the monthly church devotions. In November we are called to pray for the holy souls — the faithful departed — as they move toward purification and the perfection of Heaven. While the Church does has All Souls day as a memorial, traditionally on Nov. 2 every year, the truth is that the entire month is dedicated to praying for souls. In this podcast I’ll offer a brief teaching on the hopeful truth of purgatory, and the benefits of praying for souls. And of course we’ll pray together at the end — for the many souls that might benefit from our prayers!  Links for this episode: Catechism of the Catholic Church on purgatory. See paragraphs 1030-1032. The Prayer for Specific Souls in Purgatory (that we prayed on the show) (Scroll down the page.) The Rosary for Souls Novena for Souls Other podcasts of related interest: To be honest, this is first podcast that really delves in to purgatory, but here’s a few podcasts from our archives that talk about prayer that you might find interesting: AW 213: Prayer is a personal encounter with Jesus AW espresso shot #12: My Rosary story AW 133: Communing with the Saints   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.   Image credit: Pat Gohn, 2015, Cemetery, Essex County, MA

Welcome to Episode 30 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Devotion to the Rosary (My Top Ten Reasons) This is the 10th installment in a 12-part series on the monthly church devotions. In October we are called to pray the Holy Rosary, and honor Mary as Our Lady of the Rosary, whose feast day is October 7. In this episode, I offer my Top Ten Reasons for Praying the Rosary: To Pray the Second Most Powerful prayer in the world. The first being the Mass; the second being the Rosary. Being obedient to your Momma (Momma Mary) The Fruits of the Rosary: Yes there are many benefits! We become intimately acquainted with the deepest moments in the Gospels. Its portable! So easy to learn but a lifetime to master its riches. It lowers my blood pressure. (The gift of peace.) It’s the prayer of intercession — the prayer to pray when you don’t know what to pray. The promises that Mary makes about the Rosary via St. Dominic. Find all 15 promises here. It will call you to be a saint — to grow in holiness.  Links for this episode: How to pray the rosary 15 promises to those who pray the Rosary Other podcasts of related interest: AW 112: What I love about the Rosary AW Espresso Shot 12: My Rosary story AW 231: The time is now for the rosary AW 7: Listen to one of the first Among Women podcasts describing my pilgrimage to Fatima, Portugal Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credits: Pat Gohn

Welcome to Episode 29 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Seven Sorrows of Mary This is the 9th installment in a 12-part series on the monthly church devotions. In September we honor the Seven Sorrows of Mary. This is a great time to engage Mary our Mother — as we lift our sorrows to her. She knows us and she understands. We can take comfort in Mary’s strength that is found at the foot of the Cross. With the ever-expanding church sex-abuse scandals we are currently witnessing in the news, the call to devotion to Mary under her patronage of Our Lady of Sorrows, and to meditation upon the Seven Sorrows of Mary is very poignant, indeed. Pray! Pray! Pray! Links for this episode: The Seven Sorrows of Mary are: 1. The Prophecy of Simeon: (Luke.2:34-35) 2. The Flight into Egypt: (Matthew 2:13) 3. The Loss of the Holy Child at Jerusalem for three days: (Luke 23: 27-31) 4. Meeting Jesus as he carries his Cross to Calvary: (Luke 23: 27-31) 5. Standing at the Foot of the Cross: (John 19:25-30) 6. Jesus is taken down from the Cross: (John 19:31-37) 7. The Burial of Jesus: (John 19:38-42) Servites order – Friar Servants of Mary, USA Province Basilica of Our Lady of Sorrows, Chicago Via Matris — The Way of Our Sorrowing Mother: meditations on the Seven Sorrows of Mary Stabat Mater — well known hymn, that is also the sequence at the liturgy on Sept. 15.   Other podcasts of related interest: AW 112: What I Love about the Rosary AW Espresso Shot #28: Devotion to the Immaculate Heart AW 25: An early show from 2009 that explores Our Lady of Sorrows ::: A word to survivors of sexual abuse, and their friends… Over the years I’ve been producing the Among Women Podcast, I’ve recorded some conversations about this important subject that may be some support and help. They are: AW 79: Overcoming the Trauma of Sexual Abuse AW 140: Saintly Perspectives on Healing Sexual Wounds AW 47: From Victim to Survivor to Striver to Thriver Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credits: Pat Gohn

August 18, 2018 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: The Litany of Saints “Among Women” Guest: Alexis Walkenstein In this episode we discuss the difficult subject of news reports regarding the Catholic Church in the U.S. with regard to sexual abuse by clergy. In this challenging time, as confidence in our nation’s bishops may be waning, my guest, Alexis Walkenstein and I discuss the matter in light of her new book about an amazing bishop, Fulton J. Sheen.  Links for this episode: Book Giveaway — ALL IN, by Pat Gohn. Note: ENDs 11:59pm eastern, Aug. 19, 2018. Litany of Saints (prayer) Holy Hour Prayers of Reparation (Daughters of St. Paul)(Flip book) Fulton J. Sheen, book edited by Alexis Walkenstein LexiCali, blog by Alexis Walkenstein Find You Tube videos with clips of Fulton Sheen’s messages, including this one about his humor.    Other shows of related interest:         AW 224: Mary’s Touch radio show with Alexis Walkenstein AW 79: Overcoming the Trauma of Sexual Abuse AW 140: Saintly Perspectives on Healing Sexual Wounds AW 47: From Victim to Survivor to Striver to Thriver Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.

Welcome to Episode 28 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Devotion to the Immaculate Heart  Every year, in the month of August, the Catholic Church calls us to increase our devotion the Immaculate Heart of Mary. This short podcast is the eighth in a year-long series on the monthly devotions that the Church suggests for our prayer. Join me as I share thoughts about Mary’s Immaculate Heart, including praying the rosary, the fruits of the mysteries, consecration to Jesus through Mary, a short reading from The Reed of God (along with thoughts on suffering), and making a mini-pilgrimage to a Marian shrine. With the ever-expanding church sex-abuse scandals we are currently witnessing in the news, the call to devotion to the Immaculate Heart seems even greater and more needed! Pray! Pray! Pray!   Links for this episode: The Assumption of Mary The Fruits of the Mysteries of the Rosary  The Reed of God by Caryl Houselander All In, by Pat Gohn Total Consecration according to St. Louis de Montfort 33 Days to Morning Glory by Fr. Michael Gaitley   Other podcasts of related interest: AW 231: The time is now for the Rosary AW Espresso Shot 12: My rosary story AW 94: Ringing around the Rosary AW 112: What I Love about the Rosary AW 137: Back from where I’ve been (I talk about my pilgrimage to Lourdes, and the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal, Rue de Bac) AW 89: The Sacred Heart Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Image credits: Stained Glass/ Immaculate Heart of Mary, by Pat Gohn; ALL IN, by Ave Maria Press.   SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave

July 29, 2018 This episode: “Blessed are They”:  St. Olympia “Among Women” Guest:  Mary Beth Weisenburger In this episode of Among Women we look at something very close to my heart — prayer journaling! It’s a great topic and I’m pleased to welcome Mary Beth Weisenburger, author of Praying with a Pen: The Girlfriend’s Guide to Stress-Free Prayer Journaling. Our conversation is geared for all those newbies who want to try this method of prayer — what Mary Beth dubs “chocolate for your soul”. Together we explore how to get started (hint: listen for the 4 P’s), as well as what it means to experience holy whispers and “holy moly” moments. I also look back in early fourth-century church history to recap some of the extraordinary life of St. Olympia — a woman of great fortitude and generosity. Links for this episode: St. Olympia: Here and here Mary Beth Weisburger’s website: Praying with a Pen  The book: Praying with a Pen: The Girlfriend’s Guide to Stress-Free Prayer Journaling. Other shows of related interest: AW 175: An Appointment with God AW 227: The life of prayer and good works, with Julie Davis AW 213: Prayer is a personal encounter with Jesus AW 77: An AW special on prayer! AW 186: On Faith, grace, and prayer in marriage and family life Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave

Welcome to Episode 27 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus  Every year, in the month of July, the Catholic Church calls us to increase our devotion the Precious Blood of Jesus. This short podcast is the seventh in a year-long series on the monthly devotions that the Church suggests for our prayer. Join me as I share thoughts from the Bible, the Mass, the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, St. Catherine of Siena, and St. Augustine. Finally, we spend the last five minutes praying the Litany of the Precious Blood. Links for this episode: All In, by Pat Gohn “Theology of the Precious Blood” by Fr. Edwin Kaiser Novena of the Precious Blood from the Missionaries of the Precious Blood: Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Litany of the Precious Blood Other podcasts of related interest: AW 89: The Sacred Heart Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.   Image credit: Photo by Cassi Josh on Unsplash

June 22, 2018 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Prisca  “Among Women” Guest: Helen Alvaré This is the episode that almost wasn’t! After a tech failure and a long-awaited repair to the recording, I dive into a discussion with Helen Alvaré, law professor from George Mason University, and founder of Women Speak for Themselves and Reconnect Media. We enjoy a very engaging conversation on a variety of subjects including improving our public discourse on pro-life issues and so much more: #MeToo, love, sex, marriage, contraception, and making a positive impact on the culture. Plus, in this episode we look at the life of St. Prisca, a married woman from the first century church, and her witness and service to St. Paul and others. Links for this episode: Scripture quotes for St. Prisca: Acts 18: 1-3, Romans 16:3, and 1 Corinthians 16:19. Article: #MeToo Women, you have more in common with pro-life women than you think Women Speak for Themselves Reconnect Media IBelieveInLove.com Book: Breaking Through: Catholic Women Speak for Themselves by Helen Alvare Book: Putting Children’s Interests First in US Family Law and Policy: With Power Comes Responsibility by Helen Alvare Other shows of related interest: AW 165: A theology of women and new feminism, and The Guiding Star Project AW 191: Jenny’s IVF Story AW 155: “Woman, You are a Gift!” A look at our feminine genius Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.

Welcome to Episode 26 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus  Every year, in the month of June, the Catholic Church calls us to increase our devotion the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This year, the feast day is Friday, June 8th. This short podcast is the sixth in a year-long series on the monthly devotions that the Church suggests for our prayer. Join me as I share thoughts from St. John Paul II, and St. Margaret Mary, on the Sacred Heart devotion in terms of the promises attached to the First Fridays, as well as the ideas for the Sacred Heart novena, and enthronement. Finally, we spend the last five minutes praying the Litany to the Sacred Heart. Links for this episode: Readings of the Day for the Feast of the Sacred Heart 9 First Fridays — prayers and instructions. Also at the same page are the list of 12 promises that Our Lord gave to St. Margaret Mary. Novena to the Sacred Heart Enthronement of the Sacred Heart Litany of the Sacred Heart   Other podcasts of related interest: AW 89: The Sacred Heart   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.  Image credit: Pat Gohn

Welcome to Episode 25 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Devotion to Mary  Every year, in the month of May, the Catholic Church calls us to increase our devotion Mary, the Blessed Virgin, and our Mother. This short podcast is the fifth in a year-long series on the monthly devotions that the Church suggests for our prayer. Join me as I share thoughts from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, as well as tips on how to draw closer to Mary in our prayer, as we seek a greater devotion to Mary. Links for this episode: The Catechism of the Catholic Church (a searchable online version) Scriptural Rosary book How to pray the rosary The Memorare Other podcasts of related interest: AW 231: The time is now for the rosary AW espresso shot 12: My rosary story AW 112: What I love about the rosary Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.  Image credit: Pat Gohn, Photo of Our Lady at St Joseph retreat house in Milton, MA. 2017.  

Welcome to Episode 24 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Devotion to the Eucharist  Every year, in the month of April, the Catholic Church calls us to increase our devotion to the holy Eucharist. This short podcast is the fourth in a year-long series on the monthly devotions that the Church suggests for our prayer. Join me as I share thoughts from St. John Paul II and St. Pius X as we prepare for Easter and a greater devotion to Jesus in the Eucharist. Links for this episode: Ecclesia de Eucharistia — last encyclical from St. John Paul II on the Eucharist Other podcasts of related interest: AW 93: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament AW 178: New Life in Christ Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page. Photo by Josh Applegate on Unsplash.

March 14, 2018 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Bridget of Ireland “Among Women” Guest: Stacy Trasancos This episode catches us up as I chat about the last several weeks of a hard winter with a bit too much work and travel stress, and having to put my elderly dog, Brady, to sleep. Grateful that we can celebrate another Irish saint as we approach St. Patrick’s day (my patron saint) — and a beer-loving one at that — St. Bridget. Finally, you’ll hear an informative conversation with the former-chemist-turned-theology-instructor and author of Particles of Faith, Stacy Trasancos. Links for this episode: Pope Francis institutes new celebration of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church Particles of Faith by Stacy Transancos “Contrary to Reports, There is No Flash of Light at Conception”, by Stacy Transancos, National Catholic Register   Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page. Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Among Women, please promote this podcast in your social media circles, in your church bulletin, or leave a positive review and rating over on our iTunes page.