We are women. We are Catholic religious sisters. We are “media nuns.” And we are daughters of —Saint Paul, Blessed James Alberione, and God the Father. Join us as we share our journeys with Christ. This season, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Marie Benedicta invite as many of the sisters as they can onto the podcast to talk about the experience of God's love. Episodes published every other Wednesday. The Daughters of St. Paul is a congregation of Catholic women living our vocation to consecrated religious life in service to God's people by preaching the Gospel through all forms of media.
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The Daughters' Project podcast has been a truly enlightening and enriching experience for me. Through the discussions and conversations on this show, my faith has been given a significant boost and I am grateful to the Daughters and to Fr. H for their contributions. This podcast serves as a source of comfort, with the Sisters offering loving hugs in their words, and moments of laughter in the midst of our busy lives.
One of the best aspects of The Daughters' Project is the variety of personalities showcased by the Sisters. They bring a refreshing blend of fun and seriousness to their discussions, reminding us that holiness can be both attainable and enjoyable. The inclusion of guest speakers in Season 2 adds another layer of depth to their conversations, offering fresh perspectives and insights.
What sets this podcast apart from many others is its ability to inspire while remaining relatable. The Sisters have a realness about them that makes it easy to connect with their stories and teachings. They tackle thought-provoking topics, encouraging listeners to delve deeper into their faith and personal journey. This podcast has certainly become one of my top favorites within the Catholic genre.
While it is challenging to find any major flaws in The Daughters' Project, one possible improvement could be increased consistency in release schedule for episodes. As an eager listener, I eagerly anticipate each new episode and sometimes find myself longing for more frequent updates.
In conclusion, The Daughters' Project podcast is a true joy to listen to. It is entertaining, inspiring, and offers practical ways to embrace holiness in our own lives. Whether you are seeking spiritual guidance or simply looking for an uplifting conversation, this podcast delivers on all fronts. I am eagerly awaiting the next season and cannot recommend it enough!
In today's episode, Sr. Allison Regina and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Fr. Cassidy Stinson to share their reflections on living as media apostles in the world.
A standalone episode for those who would like to simply pray the Chaplet to the Holy Spirit.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta wrap up the season and talk about some of our favorite points from the book, and then launch into a long reflection on how great Heaven is going to be!
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Bethany for a conversation about how we hear the Holy Spirit in our daily lives and how to come to trust that it's really God that we're hearing. They also spend some time appreciating St. Paul and his willingness to listen to the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
Explore the mystery of the Cross, the offerings we are able to give to God, and how to handle sufferings (big and little) in the spiritual life.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Emily Beata in a conversation about discernment, the will of God, pitfalls we can fall into, and tips for making a good discernment about big or little things.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta discuss chapters 15 & 16 of The Sanctifier, which emphasize love for the Father and how our longings can bring us into conformity with God's will.
Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta discuss chapter 14 of The Sanctifier, which highlights the important role the Holy Spirit plays in bringing us to Jesus so that we may get to know him better, and so that we can become more like him.
The sisters talk about how we love God, how the love of God is like a whirlpool that gets deeper and more intense the more we enter into it, and some of the practical ways we can go about stepping into the experience.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Tracey Matthia to talk about the Holy Spirit as our Director, and what it means to let him lead our prayer lives.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta break open chapters 9 through 11 of the book The Sanctifier, which work through the virtues of Faith, Hope, and Love in the light of our relationship with the Holy Spirit.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta break open chapters 7 & 8 of the book The Sanctifier, which is about how the Holy Spirit consecrates us, our own ability of practicing being in his presence, and how we love and glorify God.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta dive into the sixth chapter of the book The Sanctifier, which is all about the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. They discuss how these are related to prayer, branding, and… puppies?
What does it mean to be transformed into Christ, and how does this come about? And what is up with the Pauline Charism's emphasis on Christification; why is it so important to all Daughters of St. Paul?
The Holy Spirit as the Gift of God par excellence. What does it mean to say that God belongs to me? How do we make good use of a gift we can't even comprehend?
Holy Spirit as our “Supreme Director.” We talk about what this might mean in a really practical way, and what our reactions might be when we feel like God's direction isn't taking us where we hoped it would go.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta dive into the second chapter of the book The Sanctifier. In this chapter, Archbishop Martinez likens God's work in us to the work of the most skilled artists, and what that means for our relationship with him and our role in his work.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta dive into the first chapter of the book The Sanctifier. We touch on the grace of Baptism, the gift of the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit, the role of Mary in our sanctification, and more.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta kick off Season 5 with an introduction to the book The Sanctifier. We share some of the reasons we've chosen to use this book for the season, and dive into a few of our favorite quotes so that you can have a little taste of what the season will hold.
In today's bonus episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta kick off Season 5 with an introduction to the podcast's new title: Dare to Dwell. This season, we'll be reflecting on our relationship with the Holy Spirit with the content of The Sanctifier, by Archbishop Luis Martinez. Podcast formerly known as The Daughters' Project
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta dig into what it means to let the Lord break into our littleness and brokenness and chaos as they wrap up the final episode of the season. Join them as they share their reflections on 1 Peter 2:9, and what it means for us to be called out of darkness and into God's marvelous light.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Mary Leonora. Join them as they share their reflections on John 8:29, in which Jesus expresses his trust in the Father, that he is never left alone, and how we can come to believe this is true for us, too, even in the dark moments of our lives.
n today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Patricia Mary in a conversation about how the Lord meets us in our shame. Join them as they share their reflections on Galatians chapter 2, in which St. Paul expresses his faith in the very personal and unconditional love of Jesus for each of us.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Barbara in a conversation about the role of business and contemplation.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Amanda Marie in a conversation about our divine adoption as beloved sons and daughters of the Father.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Kathryn James Hermes in a conversation about how God works in and through our mistakes. Join them as they share their reflections on Moses' story and its applications to our own lives.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. María Elizabeth in a conversation about our desire for God, and his for us.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Chelsea Bethany in a conversation about finding God's love and faithfulness…even in the stench we might find ourselves in.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Rebecca Marie in a conversation about God's faithful nearness to us. Join them as they share their reflections on Psalm 139:1–12.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Carly Paula in a conversation about abiding in God's love, and the heart of St. Paul. Join them as they share their reflections on John 15:4
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Anne Flanagan in a conversation about the fruitfulness of God's word in our lives. Join them as they share their reflections on Isaiah 55:10-11
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Linda Salvatore in a conversation about God's delight, which Jesus expresses when he thanks the Father for us and for our littleness!
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Emily Beata in a conversation about God's glory as he shows it in the life of St. Paul, in each of our lives, in his mercy, love, patience, and, well, everything.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Mary Lea (a.k.a. The Crabby Mystic) in a conversation about putting on Christ, and what that means. Join them as they share their reflections on Galatians 3:27, in which St. Paul tells us that we have been “clothed with Christ,” and discuss what that means for us and the other things we “wear.”
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Christina Miriam in a conversation about sacrifice, joy, and mission. Join them as they share their reflections on Mark 8:36, in which Jesus poses the question, “What profit is there for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life?” They connect this verse with the life of St. Francis Xavier, and the film Spiderman No Way Home (spoiler alert!).
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Allison Regina in a conversation about God's gift of his love in Communion. Join them as they share their reflections on John 6:56, in which Jesus says, “Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him.” They'll discuss their Eucharistic spirituality and devotion, and what it means to have Jesus really present to us in this sacramental way.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Khristina in a conversation about God's mercy and desire to have us with him. Join them as they share their reflections on Ezekiel 33:11, in which God says, “I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from their ways and live.”
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Marie James in a conversation about dwelling with God in his final mansions. Join them as they share their reflections on John 14:1-7, in which we focus especially on the mansions of the Father's house, our desires for heaven, and especially our love for those who have gone before us.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Marie James in a conversation about dwelling with God in his final mansions. Join them as they share their reflections on John 14:1-7, in which we focus especially on the mansions of the Father's house, our desires for heaven, and especially our love for those who have gone before us.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Maria Kim Ngân in a conversation about how we find God's love in darkness. Join them as they share their reflections on Psalm 139:12, in which we explore spiritual darkness and suffering, and how we might respond to those experiences in the light of Christ, with trust and humility.
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Danielle Victoria in a conversation about how we find God's love in community. Recorded especially for the SEEK22 Conference, this episode touches on living community as religious sisters, and the many challenges, joys, surprises, and humorous moments that can entail. Blessed James Alberione said it was the primary penance of the Daughters of St. Paul—and for good reason! Share your own reflections with us and keep the conversation going! Instagram and Twitter STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishingInstagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMediaYouTube.com/daughterstpaul Sr. Danielle Victoria – InstagramSr. Orianne Pietra René – InstagramSr. Julie Marie Benedicta – Twitter Thank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too!Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible!Support us and find out more: https://bit.ly/DaughtersProjectThe Daughters of Saint Paul
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Maria Grace in a conversation about how we find God's love in joy. Join them as they share their reflections on Hebrews 12:2, in which we're encouraged to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, who, for the sake of the joy that lay before him, endured the Cross. They'll talk about what that joy is, what it means for them to keep their eyes on Jesus, and how we can share in both his joy and the Cross. Share your own reflections with us and keep the conversation going! Instagram and Twitter Resources: Today's Verse: Hebrews 12:2Millennial Nuns bookThe Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom (Amazon Smile link—if you don't already support someone through Amazon Smile, consider linking Daughters of St. Paul to your account!)Read more about Venerable Mother Thecla Merlo here“The Pact” — Fr. Alberione's Secret of Success on the path to holiness (text of the prayer at the bottom of the post)Part of the prayer poem from St. Edith Stein STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishingInstagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMediaYouTube.com/daughterstpaul Sr. Maria Grace – InstagramSr. Orianne Pietra René – InstagramSr. Julie Marie Benedicta – Twitter Thank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too!Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible!Support us and find out more: https://bit.ly/DaughtersProjectThe Daughters of Saint Paul
In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta are joined by Sr. Allison Regina in a conversation about how she finds God's love in weakness. Join them as they share their reflections on 2 Corinthians 12:9, in which Jesus tells St. Paul that power is made perfect in weakness. They'll discuss the nature of their own “thorns” and desire for healing, and how Jesus fulfills his promises to us.
Episode 2: Experiencing God's Love In His Word In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta prepare us for the season ahead by talking about what prayer with scripture can look like, different kinds of prayer, motivations and obstacles to prayer, and especially how Paulines approach prayer. Some resources referred to in this episode: Joseph Chiwatenhwa's Prayer (“The more I thank you, the more I find I can give myself to you”) USCCB's Daily Mass readings calendar | Daily Missal Catechism of the Catholic Church: Read online | Order a copy Forming Intentional Disciples by Sherry Weddell STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishingInstagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMediaYouTube.com/daughterstpaul Thank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too!Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible!Support us and find out more: www.thedaughtersproject.comThe Daughters of Saint Paul
Season 4, Episode 1: Experiencing God's Love In today's episode, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta begin this season with a conversation about the experience of God's love, how he is present to us in many different ways, what his voice sounds like in prayer, and much more. Join us as we kick off a series of conversations that help us to dig more deeply into what it means to be immersed in the love of God, and set the stage to invite a bunch of other Daughters of St. Paul into the conversation! STAY IN TOUCH WITH US! Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishing Instagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMedia YouTube.com/daughterstpaul Thank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too! Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible! Support us and find out more: www.thedaughtersproject.com The Daughters of Saint Paul
This season, Sr. Orianne Pietra René and Sr. Julie Benedicta invite as many of the sisters as they can onto the podcast to talk about the experience of God's love. Look for our first episode on Dec 15!
How do you pray? How often do you pray? What are your joys, struggles, and desires in prayer?For our last episode of Season 3, we're talking about prayer: how to do it, why to do it, and where to start if you don't know how.Join Fr. Harrison Ayre (@fr.harrison), Sr. Aletheia (@pursuedbytruth), and Sr. Nancy (@srnancy) as they reflect on prayer as a gift from God that is always available to us, and share practical ways we can respond to this awesome gift as members of Christ's body.Enjoy today's episode!STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishingInstagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMediaPRE-ORDER "Mysterion: The Revelatory Power of the Sacramental Worldview" by Fr. Harrison HEREThank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too!Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible!Support us and find out more: www.thedaughtersproject.comThe Daughters of Saint Paul
Does going to Mass feel routine and repetitious? How do we recognize and approach the Mass for what it is, a participation in the life of Jesus Christ himself? In this episode, Fr. Harrison (@fr.harrison), Sr. Aletheia (@pursuedbytruth) and Sr. Nancy (@srnancy) discuss what it means to be Christians who live the mystery of Christ and make Christ present to others, and how the Liturgy of the Eucharist draws us deeper into this sublime reality and mission. Enjoy today's episode! STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishingInstagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMedia PRE-ORDER "Mysterion: The Revelatory Power of the Sacramental Worldview" by Fr. Harrison HERE Thank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too! Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible!Support us and find out more: www.thedaughtersproject.com The Daughters of Saint Paul
Why do we go to Jesus through Mary? In this episode, Sr. Aletheia (@pursuedbytruth), Sr. Nancy (@srnancy) and Fr. Harrison (@fr.harrison) talk about their struggles to relate to Mary and how they discovered the importance of her role, both in our personal lives and in the life of the Church. Mary gave the perfect response to Christ. She pondered every mystery of his life. Now, Mary wants to share her experience of Christ with us so we can know him more deeply and live out her "yes" to him through our lives. Join us as we unpack this great mystery. Enjoy today's episode! STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishingInstagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMedia PRE-ORDER "Mysterion: The Revelatory Power of the Sacramental Worldview" by Fr. Harrison HERE Thank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too! Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible!Support us and find out more: www.thedaughtersproject.com The Daughters of Saint Paul
How and where do you encounter Jesus? We often talk about the importance of having a "personal" relationship with Jesus. But sometimes, when we hear "personal relationship," we think "individual relationship"—a "me and Jesus" mentality where the Church doesn't play a role. Is it possible to be in relationship with Jesus without being in relationship with his Church? In this episode, Sr. Nancy (@srnancy), Sr. Danielle (@danielleshabit) and Fr. Harrison (@fr.harrison) discuss what the Church is, how we encounter Jesus through his Church, why the Church is essential for this encounter, and how we live this challenging yet salvific reality. Enjoy today's episode! STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishingInstagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMedia PRE-ORDER "Mysterion: The Revelatory Power of the Sacramental Worldview" by Fr. Harrison HERE Thank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too! Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible!Support us and find out more: www.thedaughtersproject.com The Daughters of Saint Paul
Modernism. We hear the word thrown around a lot, but what exactly does it mean?And why is it a problem? In this episode, Sr. Nancy, Sr. Danielle Victoria and Fr. Harrison Ayre reflect on the pervasiveness of modernist and materialist philosophies in today's culture and the fundamental difference between these mentalities and the Christian worldview. Discover how Jesus Christ, working in and through his Church, invites us to see and approach material reality in a whole new way—and how this affects even the smallest details of our daily lives. Enjoy today's episode! STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!Twitter: @DaughterStPaul and @PBMPublishingInstagram: @DaughterStPaul and @PaulineBooksAndMedia PRE-ORDER "Mysterion: The Revelatory Power of the Sacramental Worldview" by Fr. Harrison HERE Thank you for listening. Leave us a rating and review on your favorite platform so that others can discover and listen to us too! Thank you to our supporters on Patreon who make this podcast possible!Support us and find out more: www.thedaughtersproject.com The Daughters of Saint Paul