Here I am. Send me!

This episode is a glimpse into my struggle with depression after my 2 babies were born.  Think lots of tears, anxiety medication, counseling....and how God showed up through it all.

Toys, toys, toys...take a listen to my disaster stories with our top 5 toys I thought were a good idea that turned into a disaster jamboree and where I found God in it all!

I'm sick and tired of feeling like I'm a bad mom because everything I see on social media tells me I'm not measuring up.  In reality all I'm seeing is the social media fluff that people post.  While I love the fluff I also love the REAL.   Season 2 is taking a turn to talk about my specific call to motherhood and how God speaks to me through the weird happenings of the day.  Today's episode shares a story from our most recent trip to Mass...I think anyone with kids can relate!Intro Song: Cheery Monday by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3495-cheery-mondayLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Lisa Rowe, CEO of Support After Abortion, chats with me about post abortion healing. There are many layers to why someone might get an abortion and she shares with such sincerity and truth about the people she has worked with. My heart breaks for these women, men and families. Please pray for their healing!If you have been affected by an abortion in any way please reach out to Support After Abortion at https://supportafterabortion.com/.Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today's episode features Sister Karolyn from the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George. She shares about our calling to live out our masculinity and femininity through motherhood and fatherhood whether it is biologically or spiritual.Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today's guest is Maria Cruz, a student at Eastern Illinois University. She talks about a mission trip she went on in 2018 to Mexico where she served the poor. The biggest highlight of our conversation is talking about Our Lady of Guadalupe since Maria was able to visit the Basilica while she was there. We end the conversation talking about what we can learn from Mary as we continue to make our yeses to God each day!

Why does the Catholic Church have different seasons? Ever wonder what this whole Advent thing is all about? Sister Mercy Marie is back on the podcast today sharing about how we can prepare ourselves for Jesus and keep our eyes focused on HIM during this busy season.Check out my blog for more resources and a further reflection on the Advent season at emannrogers.com!Intro Song License: Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features Jeri Stunkard, founder of Have Faith Studio. We talk about her call to start her business Have Faith Studio and the variety of journals she provides. One big takeaway from our conversation was GRATITUDE so if you are feeling down in the dumps or just feeling more negative than usual...take a listen and Jeri will help remind you what's important!!Find Jeri:havefaithstudio.comhavefaitheveryday.blogInstagram: @havefaithstudioIntro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Called to drink coffee!!! Is this something we can get behind?? We LOVE coffee at the Rogers household so I was ecstatic to get Guadalupe Roastery on the podcast this week! They are a company that is dedicated to the well being of their farmers. They not only provide them with more money/lb of coffee than the average coffee company, but they also provide literacy programs and other opportunities for their farmers to grow and live a more sustainable life. To find out more about them check out their website: http://www.guadaluperoastery.com?aff=91. This is my affiliate link and anything purchased after you clicked on this link helps support the mission of this podcast! PLUS, you'll be sipping some delicious coffee every morning!Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Every wondered why religious sisters change their names? In today's episode Sr. Mercy Marie is back on the podcast and shares the answer and meaning behind her name. We also launch in to a beautiful discussion about the universal call to be saints and the Catholic Church's teachings on canonized saints!Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

I love Sister Mercy Marie!!!! Here's a hilarious little behind the scenes clip!

Today's episode features Father Kevin Laughery. We acknowledge we have limitations as white people discussing racism, but nonetheless I hope it still inspires some interior reflection and conversion.Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features Alex Bedinghaus, a missionary for Biking for Babies. Listen to his beautiful testimony on what it means to stand up for life inside the womb. For more information about Biking for Babies head to their website: bikingforbabies.com.Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features:-Casey Swindler, a military wife, mama of 3 and Speech language pathologist!-Some big news in the Rogers family!!!!-Information about a an Usbourne Books Facebook party!! Casey's information:Podcast: Building Bridges - the SLP Mama Podcastwebsite: buildingbridgespodcast.comFacebook: Building BridgesInstagram: buildingbridges_slpmamaUsbourne Book Party: Emily's Fall in Love with Books PartyIntro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features 2 great women from Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois. They talk about their call to serve the poor and the beautiful work this organization is doing. Here is their website to find more information to get involved: catholiccharitiesusa.org.Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features Beth Knobbe, a member of the Catholic Relief Services team. She shares BEAUTIFULLY about her call to serve and uphold the human dignity of others. Find out more about Catholic Relief Services at crs.org.Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

What is a consecrated virgin?? This episode features Cathy Webb who is in the process of becoming a consecrated virgin. She shares the story of her yes to follow God's will through this vocation. Follow her on her journey on Instagram at: @webb_ofgracePorch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features Zach Samples, a seminarian in the diocese of Springfield in Illinois. He shares about his longing to get married growing up and how that desire transformed into a desire to be a Catholic priest. Contact Zach at zsamples@dio.org for more questions about discerning the priesthood and visit my blog at emannrogers.com for his recommended resources for discerning a vocation to the priesthood.Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features Sister Mercy Marie of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary. She shares her story on her call to be a religious sister!Website: www.piercedhearts.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/piercedhearts.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sctjmyouth/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsAkkzeASjmmWDWLpu9qDww?sub_confirmation=1 Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features Bekka Schwartz, a teacher in central Illinois. She pours out her heart as she describes her call to be a teacher and some of the struggles that occurred during that discernment process as well as challenges she’s facing as a teacher today. Bekka is an inspiration not only to teachers, but anyone in a secular job. Living faith can be easy when we’re inside the walls of our church, with our small group, or close group of friends and family, but actually going out into the world and showing others that you are Christian can be rather intimidating. Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode is an introduction to prayer followed by a 15 minute guided meditation on the Scripture passage Luke 1:26-38.Intro Song:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Meditation Song:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features Jessica Runde, a clinical counselor who desires to specialize in the mental health of first responders. Jessica talks about her journey to becoming a counselor, her own battles with anxiety, and how COVID-19 is impacting mental health. If something stands out to you from this episode and you'd like to reach out to her, her email is: jessrunde@hotmail.comIntro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode features my friend Sarah Mummel who shares about her call to care for the environment. Something Sarah mentions that really hit home for me is that we are all called to do better! She shares helpful tips for the average person to care for the environment and how her faith has impacted her journey.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Intro Song License:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Welcome to episode 1 of Here I am. Send me! This episode is all about how this podcast came to be. It begins at the start of my spiritual journey and ends well...here! Song Credit:Porch Swing Days - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4233-porch-swing-days---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/