Among Women Podcast

September 1, 2017 In this episode: This is a departure from our usual format and I offer a recording of a talk I gave recently based on Ephesian 5: 1-2 and portions of my book, All In.  (Apologies that the audio is not to our usual quality, but hopefully, you might find something worthy in this 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 19 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Wisdom of Grandmothers As I’ve been anticipating becoming a grandmother, I’ve reached out to a few friends who have preceded me in this vocation for a little advice. Now that my first grandchild has arrived — welcome to Aidan Waiyun Sung! — I offer this short podcast with some of the wisdom that others have shared with me. Special thanks to Judy Klein, Maria Scaperlanda and Susie Weiss for sharing with me! Links for this episode: AW 225: A conversation with Maria Scaperlanda about Fr Rother’s forthcoming beatification. AW 223: A conversation with Judy Klein about her book, Mary’s Way. AW 45: A conversation with Corrie Norris, a grandmother and active lay woman.  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 Am

Welcome to Episode 18 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Titles of Jesus By learning some of the titles of Jesus, we can better connect with Jesus in prayer. In this short podcast I share some of my favorite titles of Jesus that are found in the New Testament. I only have time to share a few, but there are so many more! The titles of Jesus that move us and touch our heart can move us in prayer as well — to deeper praise and worship of the One who knows us best and loves us completely. Some of the titles we cover in this episode: Lord, Bread of Life, Alpha and Omega, Author and Finisher of Our Faith, Hope of Glory, Shepherd and Bishop of our Souls, Good Shepherd, and King of Kings and Lord of Lords. But don’t stop there — keep searching the bible for the titles that have meaning for you — in your quest to pray better and grow closer to Jesus. Links for this episode: AW 213: Prayer is a Personal Encounter with Jesus AW 2

July 21, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Tabitha of Joppa “Among Women” Guest: Julie Davis This episode delves into the every day life of a believer… it is grounded both in the  interior life — the life of prayer — and the call to do good works. In our saint segment, I explain the faith story of Tabitha of Joppa found in the Acts of the Apostles. Tabitha was a disciple described by her good works — specifically supporting widows. Plus in our conversation segment, I have a lively discussion with author Julie Davis about praying every day. Together we explore themes from her new book, Seeking Jesus in Every Day Life.  Links for this episode: Catechist.com is the home of Catechist magazine, of which I am the editor. Follow Catechist’s twitter feed, curated by me, at @CATECHISTmag, and find Catechist magazine on Facebook. Subscribe to Catechist magazine here. Upcoming events with Pat Happy Catholic – blog by Julie Davis Seeking Jesus in Everyday Life by Julie Davis Other books by Julie Davis Forgot

Welcome to Episode 17 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Bloom Where You are Planted Get involved with bringing faith-based programs to your parish or to your home with these suggestions from Pat. Links for this episode: USCCB Convocation talks on You Tube AW 5: a podcast about starting a rosary prayer group. The Bible Timeline videos and course, plus a separate book. Unlocking the Mysteries of the Bible Symbolon WINE: book clubs and their annual summer book club Confessions, by St Augustine Life of Christ, by Fulton J. Sheen Introduction to the Devout Life, by St. Francis de Sales Story of a Soul, by St. Therese of Lisieux Familiaris Consortio (book) or online version Mulieris Dignitatem (book) or online version  AW 168: Talking with Genevieve Kineke about her book on the 25th anniversary of Mulieris Dignatatem

June 24, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Marguerite d’Oingt “Among Women” Guest: Mary Lou Rosien In this episode we continue sharing some of writings of Christian mystic, Marguerite d’Oingt, a Carthusian nun from the 13th century. (See AW 225 for her biography.) In our conversation today we discuss separation, divorce, annulments, and remarriage with Mary Lou Rosien as she shares her experiences and her latest book, The Three Things Divorce Catholics Need to Know. Links for this episode: Quotes from Marguerite d’Oingt are found in Incandescence, by Carmen Butcher The Three Things Divorced Catholics Need to Know, by Mary Lou Rosien Find more about Mary Lou Rosien at Catholic Family Bootcamp.  The Catholic Prayer Book for the Separated and Divorced, by Woodeene Koenig-Bricker and David Dziena. This book also contains this Spiritual Communion prayer attributed to St. Alphonsus Liquori: My Jesus, I believe that you are in the Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things, and I long for you in my soul

June 12, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Marguerite d’Oingt “Among Women” Guest: María Ruiz Scaperlanda What a joy to think that soon we will have another American-born Catholic saint in Fr. Stanley Rother! The beatification will take place this September in Oklahoma City, OK.  I discuss this at length with an expert on the biography of Fr. Rother, author and blogger María Ruiz Scaperlanda. Join us for this latest episode and you’ll also learn from the 13th century writings of St. Marguerite d’Oingt of France. Links for this episode: Upcoming events for Pat Gohn Benedict XVI’s catechesis on Marguerite d’Oingt Holy Women by Benedict XVI The Shepherd Who Didn’t Run: Fr. Stanley Rother, Martyr from Oklahoma by María Ruiz Scaperlanda Day by Day with María – blog by María Ruiz Scaperlanda Details about Fr Stanley Rother’s Beatification on September 23, 2017: Website: StanleyRother.org Beatification Mass date and location All In: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matter — the latest book from Pat

May 20, 2017 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Our Lady Undoer of Knots “Among Women” Guest: Alexis Walkenstein This week we look at Alexis Walkenstein’s newest project as host of Mary’s Touch, a syndicated radio show that has great interviews and real life stories of Mary’s love. In the course of our conversation, we also cover what it takes to prayerfully discern what and where God is calling you to, plus the invitation God gives us to pray intentionally for one another as a work of spiritual motherhood. Links for this episode: Discerning Hearts podcasts Enter the free random drawing to win Pat Gohn’s book, All In, Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters Novena to Our Lady, Undoer of Knots Image of Our Lady, Undoer of Knots Mary’s Touch radio show, hosted by Alexis Walkenstein, and its related apostolates regarding prayer intentions, and its spiritual outreach to the military. Lexicaliblog – blog by Alexis Walkenstein; Also on Twitter: @walkenstein “A.S.K.: Ask, See, Knock — Three Steps Towa

May 10, 2017 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: 100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima’s apparitions and message “Among Women” Guest: Judy Landrieu Klein This week we look at Mary in two ways. First, we explore the 100th anniversary of Our Lady’s appearance in 1917 to three peasant children in Fatima, Portugal. Second, we explore a mother’s life with the help and assistance of Mary — especially during times of great sufferings and trials. My guest is Judy Klein, who shares her story with us, as found in her latest book, Mary’s Way: The Power of Entrusting Your Child to God. Links for this episode: EWTN’s website on Fatima Fatima for Today: The Urgent Marian Message of Hope by Fr. Andrew Apostoli, CFR Articles about Fatima: “A Bullet in Our Lady’s Crown” – an article on Fatima and Pope John Paul II by Pat Gohn (from my archives) “The Heart of the Message of Fatima” by Dr. Virginia M. Kimball “The Motherhood of the Church” – Excerpt from ALL IN: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters at CatholicM

Welcome to Episode 16 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Overcoming the Mud-Splashed Bride Syndrome, from Chapter 2, from ALL IN: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters This is a third excerpt from my latest book, All In: Why belonging to the Catholic Church Matters. I read part of Chapter 2. In this selection I describe the what I call “the mud-splashed bride” syndrome, and its antidote. Links for this episode: I’ve been speaking about ALL IN in several other places: Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo Girlfriends podcast with Danielle Bean A Seeking Heart podcast with Allison Gingras “This is the Day” on Catholic TV “Becoming Confident Catholics” – Webinar at Ave Maria Press “Pathways to Learning” with Sr Marie Pappas, Sirius XM Radio Find reviews for the book here or on Amazon. Buy the book! 

Welcome to Episode 15 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Chapter 1, The Beloved, from ALL IN: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters This is an excerpt from my latest book, All In: Why belonging to the Catholic Church Matters. I read part of Chapter 1. Links for this episode: I’ve been speaking about ALL IN in several other places: Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo Girlfriends podcast with Danielle Bean A Seeking Heart podcast with Allison Gingras “This is the Day” on Catholic TV “Becoming Confident Catholics” – Webinar at Ave Maria Press “Pathways to Learning” with Sr Marie Pappas, Sirius XM Radio Find reviews for the book here or on Amazon. Buy the book! 

Welcome to Episode 14 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: An Introduction to ALL IN: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters This is an excerpt from my latest book, All In: Why belonging to the Catholic Church Matters. I read part of the introduction. Links for this episode: I’ve been speaking about ALL IN in several other places: Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo Girlfriends podcast with Danielle Bean A Seeking Heart podcast with Allison Gingras “This is the Day” on Catholic TV “Becoming Confident Catholics” – Webinar at Ave Maria Press “Pathways to Learning” with Sr Marie Pappas, Sirius XM Radio Find reviews for the book here or on Amazon. Buy the book! 

April 13, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Blandina “Among Women” Guest: Jaymie Stuart Wolfe In this conversation, we talk about a martyr’s death — that of St. Blandina in 177 AD — as well as the “persecutions” we see online and in the media among Christians whose negativity and criticism toward each other thwarts the good they may do. My guest is Jaymie Stuart Wolfe, writer of an provocative article — “Uncomfortable” — that challenges the in-fighting that can happen between members of the Church. Together we discuss the harmful effects of disparaging each other and each other’s projects with a kind of litmus Catholic test. This kind of negativity is contrary to the Christian mission. This show is a call to check our own witness, and to tend to our own efforts at reaching out to others. Links for this episode: “Uncomfortable”, as found in The Boston Pilot by Jaymie Stuart Wolfe Jaymie Stuart Wolfe’s ministry, Loaves and Fishes  Adoption: Room for One More? by Jaymie Stuart Wolfe Other shows of re

March 31, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Matilda of Hackeborn “Among Women” Guest: Danielle Bean Join us for this important and fundamental conversation about Jesus who loves us — and what it means to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. This is the bedrock — the reason for our faith as Catholics. Jesus once asked his apostles: “Who do you say that I am?” It’s a question we all must answer. In this episode we meet two women who are in love with Jesus — St. Matilda of Hackeborn from Germany, and Danielle Bean from New Hampshire. I’m happy to welcome author and speaker and Catholic Digest magazine publisher, Danielle Bean back to the program. Together we discuss her latest book: You’re Worth It! (Change the way you feel about yourself by learning how Jesus feels about you.) Don’t miss this episode of Among Women! Links for this episode: All In, the new book from Pat Gohn You’re Worth It! by Danielle Bean Danielle Bean’s website, podcast, and other books Catholic Digest Other shows

March 20, 2017 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: The Archangels “Among Women” Guest: Kate Wicker In this episode, we depart from our usual path in discussing the stories of women who’ve been saints before us… and we talk about St Joseph — since today is his feast day — plus we discuss the role of the archangels in our “Blessed Are They” segment. I’m also delighted to be talking with Kate Wicker in a lively discussion centered on her new book: Getting Past Perfect: How to find joy and grace in the messiness of motherhood. This is pure encouragement for moms! Links for this episode: “Joseph’s Way” – an article on St. Joseph from Pat Gohn’s archives Angels, Help from On High – Sr Marianne Lorraine Trouve, used with permission. Getting Past Perfect, by Kate Wicker More about Kate Wicker’s books, speaking, and writing Other shows of related interest: AW 107 – Making Peace with Your Body, with Kate Wicker AW 160 – Mary’s Astonishing Mother, with commentary about St Joseph Reminders: Send your comments to

March 10, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Juliana of Cornillion “Among Women” Guest: Lisa Hendey In this episode, we look at almsgiving with a specific focus on the mission of Unbound. Author and CatholicMom.com founder, Lisa Hendey guests and shares her experiences with Unbound. This includes her recent to trip to India to meet a woman she has sponsored. Pat also shares about her own struggles with Lenten disciplines, and how the struggles is usually an indication that we’re on the right track. And that we can offer up our struggles and humiliations for the sake of others. Links for this episode: Benedict XVI’s homily about St. Juliana of Cornillion Unbound.org Lisa Hendey’s books, including the The Grace of Yes CatholicMom.com Other shows of related interest: 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 po

Welcome to Episode 13 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: My Adoration Story A short discussion of my Adoration roots and my developing a more intimate relationship with Jesus  back in my late 20s. Get ready for Lent, and the coming of Easter by making a weekly appointment with Jesus – by praying a holy hour before the Blessed Sacrament. It’s another  way to contemplate Christ. Links for this episode: AW 93: A longer message on Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with a great panel of women. (If you just want to hear the panel discussion, skip to 26:30.)

Welcome to Episode 12 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: My Rosary Story A short discussion of my Rosary roots and my developing relationship with Mary back in my late 20s. Get ready for Lent, and the 100th anniversary of Fatima, but praying the Rosary each day… it’s a way to contemplate Christ. Links for this episode: AW 5: Two Approaches for Starting a Prayer Group for Mothers AW 94: Ringing Around the Rosary – Look for links and good information on how to pray the Rosary AW 112: What I Love About the Rosary – An AW special edition AW 150: The Rosary and Pregnancy — Perfect together!  

Welcome to Episode 11 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Preparing for Judgment with the Sacraments of the Church This topic comes after experiencing the recent death of a loved one, and writing an article for Catholic Digest on preparing for the judgment that follows death by receiving the sacraments of the Church. I hope this podcast informs and inspires you to consider your own mortality, and to make a choice for Christ and living in the graces that He has provided for us. Death is not to be feared, but we should prudently consider that, in the words of Pope Emeritus Benedict, that “our life is ascent toward an encounter” with Jesus. Links for this episode: Catholic Digest magazine Last Testament: In His Own Words, Pope Benedict XVI, with Peter Seewald

December 7, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Elizabeth “Among Women” Guest: Ginny Kubitz Moyer A look at the “three comings” of Christ in Advent, plus Elizabeth’s role in the Gospel as it pertains to Advent. Plus a primer on the Examen prayer and Ignatian Spirituality, together with a nurturing conversation with author Ginny Kubitz Moyer as she describes her latest book, Taste and See: Experiencing the Goodness of God with Our Five Senses. Links for this episode: The Three Comings of the Lord – St Bernard of Clairvaux (at Crossroads Initiative) The Examen Prayer, by Fr Timothy Gallagher OMV The Examen Prayer (video/audio guide for reflection) on Discerning Hearts Bishop Barron’s homily for the Second Sunday of Advent on Word on Fire Taste and See: Experiencing the Goodness of God with Our Five Senses, by Ginny Kubitz Moyer Ginny Kubitz Moyer’s Blog: Random Acts of Moments, and her other books Other shows of related interest: AW 116: The Advent of Advent AW 82: Joining with Mary in Advent Re