Among Women Podcast

November 1, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Mary, Mother of Mercy “Among Women” Guest: Colette Higgins Colette Higgins In this episode, we chart a course for finishing strong in the Jubilee Year of Mercy. If you’ve put off acting on the merciful suggestions of this holy year, here’s your chance to change that! Don’t miss this stop on our pilgrim journey to heaven!  Speaking of pilgrimage and travel, my guest today is a longtime AW listener, Colette Higgins, who shares her sabbatical journey in the footsteps of Queen Kapiolani. Who’s that? You gotta listen to find out! Links for this episode: Indulgence for the Jubilee Year of Mercy Year of Mercy Resources Colette Higgins’ blog In the Footsteps of Kapiolani Other shows of related interest: Espresso Shot #6: The Year of Mercy Espresso Shot 8: Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet AW 201: Witnessing to Your Faith in the Year of Mercy Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook pag

October 21, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: The Canaanite Woman from Matthew 15. “Among Women” Guest: Susan Bailey This episode we talk about being persistent both in prayer, and in finding a way through grief, loss, and tribulation. I profile a woman from Scripture — the Canaanite woman who begs Jesus to heal her daughter from a demon. Plus I speak with Catholic author and singer-songwriter Susan Bailey. Together we talk about the recovery from loss or grief and how to deal with it creatively and with the help of prayer and the sacraments. You’ll enjoy her talk about her kayaking experiences and the spiritual lessons she learned from it, as captured in her book, River of Grace. Also AW listeners are among the first to get a sneak peak at my latest book. Links for this episode: Susan Bailey.org River of Grace by Susan Bailey Other shows of related interest: AW 172: Good Grief, God AW 13: One of my first podcasts, with Susan Bailey Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast

October 10, 2016 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Maria Ludovico DeAngelis “Among Women” Guests: Lisa Hendey and Sarah Reinhard Need a prayer companion for your motherhood vocation? CatholicMom.com has got you covered! Not only is CatholicMom.com a great source of inspiration and community for mothers, but its also a tour de force when it comes to book publishing, thanks to the ongoing work of CM founder and Catholic author, Lisa Hendey. This episode brings together Lisa Hendey and author-editor Sarah Reinhard together to discuss their latest collaboration with a cast of thousands, The Catholic Moms’ Prayer Companion: A book of daily reflections.  I’m happy to have been a contributor to this book and give it my highest endorsement. Here’s some notes about it from the CatholicMom.com website:  Whether you are a new or seasoned mom working in or outside of your home, this inspiring collection of reflections for every day of the year will help you stay in touch with the seasons of the Church year;

August 30, 2016 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St Maud “Among Women” Guest: Peggy Mannion This week we look at the very personal journey of Pat’s friend, Peggy Mannion, who almost died from severe pancreatitis. Peggy looks back at her journey to the brink of death, and a return to wellness, as she recounts her faith in God, and the friendship of Mary, and a new way at looking at life. Links for this episode: “Blessed, Beautiful, and Bodacious” Retreat at Malvern Retreat House, Sept 30-Oct 1, Malvern, PA; The Catholic Mom’s Prayer Companion Prayer to Our Lady Health of the Sick Other shows of related interest: AW Espresso Shot #10: Pat discusses 20 years cancer-free. AW 27: Lisa Hendey and Pat discuss breast cancer. (from 2009) 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 yo

Welcome to Episode 10 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Gratitude, and the Praying of the Universal Prayer  I’m happy to back recording after replacing broken equipment in the studio. This podcast is dedicated to my gratitude to God for the milestone of an important anniversary in my personal life — living twenty years post-cancer! Together, I invite you to pray the Universal Prayer with me. This prayer covers everything! It has been one of my favorites for years! Links for this episode: The Magnificat (Begin at verse 46!) The Universal Prayer  

July 25, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Mother Teresa (AKA Blessed Teresa of Calcutta) and St Alphonsus Liquori “Among Women” Guest: Julie Dortch Cragon A bit late due to technical difficulties, but we’re back with a new episode! This show is dedicated to prayer as we talk with Julie Dortch Cragon about her latest book, Talking to God: Prayers for Catholic Women. Also: spiritual advice from Mother Teresa of Calcutta (soon to be canonized on September 4th!) and St Alphonsus Liguori. Links for this episode: Catechist magazine’s writer guidelines Talking to God: Prayers for Catholic Women, by Julie Dortch Cragon Find the rest of Julie’s books at St Mary’s Bookstore and Church supply in Nashville, TN. Prayers for Catholic Men by Mike Pacer Blessed Beautiful and Bodacious translated into Polish. Other shows of related interest: AW 186: On Faith, Grace, and Prayer in Marriage and Family Life AW 77: Special edition on “Prayer.” AW Espresso Shot 8: Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet   Reminders: Sen

July 12, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity “Among Women” Guest: School Sisters of Christ the King: Sr Marie Caritas, CK, and Sr Peter Marie, CK This episode catches us up with each other after a short break in our podcast cycle due to school and travel in my life. Plus I also share some happy news here in the Gohn family. Our podcast profiles some of the writings of St Elizabeth of the Trinity and talks about finding heaven — making our souls a heaven here on earth. Plus I’m so happy to welcome two women religious from the School Sisters of Christ the King. Together we discuss their vocations, their educational apostolate, and the joy of being brides of Christ, mothers to souls (spiritual motherhood), and daughters of the Church. Links for this episode: Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 260. Cenacle of Our Lady of Providence Spiritual Direction School School Sisters of Christ the King My book: Blessed, Beautiful, and Bodacious: Celebrating the Gift of Cat

June 2, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Saints who love Mary “Among Women” Guest: Elizabeth Scalia In this episode, I welcome author and editor Elizabeth Scalia back to Among Women and we talk about that uncomfortable subject: sin. But hey, that’s real.  We have to confront the fact that even little sins can have a negative cumulative effect. Join us for a thorough discussion of the themes of Scalia’s new book: Little Sins Mean a Lot: Kicking our Bad Habits before They Kick Us. Links for this episode: The Catholic Mom’s Prayer Book, Edited by Lisa Hendey and Sarah Reinhard Walk in Her Sandals: Experiencing Christ’s Passion through the Eyes of Women, Edited by Kelly Wahlquist The Memorare Prayer Little Sins Mean a Lot: Kicking our Bad Habits before They Kick Us ,  by Elizabeth Scalia Strange Gods, by Elizabeth Scalia Aleteia Other shows of related interest: AW 167: Taking Issue with Idols with Elizabeth Scalia Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Amo

May 20, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Margaret of Castello “Among Women” Guest: Stephanie Landsem This episode is such a delight! I welcome novelist Stephanie Landsem and we look at her “Living Water” series, a wonderful trilogy of three books of historical fiction set against the backdrop of the Gospel of John. In this week, we explore the themes of her books that feature women heroines from the time of Christ — women who have encountered Jesus! If you like to relax and read, this series might be for you! We also discuss a soon-to-released book that feature both Stephanie and myself, and other writers as well. This podcast also looks at the life of Blessed Margaret of Castello, a Dominican tertiary who overcame her disabilities with the love of Christ. Links for this episode: Stephanie Landsem, author Stephanie Landsem’s website The Well by Stephanie Landsem The Thief by Stephanie Landsem The Tomb by Stephanie Landsem Walk in Her Sandals, edited by Kelly Wahlquist (and featuring s

May 10, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St Gianna Beretta Molla “Among Women” Guest: Abby Johnson This episode is poignant and powerful. My guest, Abby Johnson, works in a ministry “And Then There Were None”, dedicated to help women come out of the abortion industry. Her new book is riveting: The Walls are Talking: Former Abortion Clinic Workers Tell Their Stories. Together we talk about how our committed friendship and love can help more women say no to abortion and re-start lives outside of the industry. In our “Blessed are They” segment, I read an excerpt from Melanie Rigney’s Blessed Are You that profiles the life of St Gianna Beretta Molla. Plus I share about Holy Doors and the Year of Mercy. Links for this episode: Holy Doors Plenary Indulgence Theology of the Holy Door Year of Mercy resources Melanie Rigney’s book: Blessed Are You Abby Johnson’s book: The Walls are Talking: Former Abortion Clinic Workers Tell Their Stories Abby Johnson’s ministry: And Then There Were None, aka AbortionW

April 30, 2016 In This Episode: “Blessed are They”: St Mary of the Cross (aka St Jeanne Jugan) “Among Women” Guest: Diana von Glahn This episode looks at the Providence of God from a few different angles…  in my life, the life of St Mary of the Cross, and the life of the Faithful Traveler, Diana von Glahn. I’ll be sharing about tips I’m trying to master from St Francis de Sales as I try to be more mindful of God’s Providence in the details of every day. Plus this show will offer a look at the life of Jeanne Jugan, later known as Mary of the Cross, and how her life providentially led to the formation of the Little Sisters of the Poor. Finally we’ll hear some behind-the-scenes stories of the life of Catholic filmmaker Diana von Glahn as she shares details about her new film series for television on Francis’ 2014 pilgrimage in the Holy Land. This series came to be despite the heartbreak of Diana’s husband and producer/director staying home recovering from a heart attack. Plus Diana shares how this series profil

April 20, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Anne Marie Javouhey “Among Women” Guest: Kathryn Jean Lopez  This week we look at an important book and subject that will help us in this election year, or whenever we need to discuss the Catholic faith in a public setting, or at a cocktail party, or among friends and family — How to Defend the Faith Without Raising Your Voice. Today my guest is co-author of the book, syndicated columnist and NRO Editor-at-large, Kathryn Jean Lopez. I’ve been blessed by this book’s great principles, and I hope you will be too! Plus we’ll look at the life and social action of Blessed Anne Marie Javouhey. Links for this episode: Pat Gohn’s retreat at Whispering Winds Conference Center in CA Book: How to Defend the Faith Without Raising Your Voice: Civil Responses to Catholic Hot Button Issues by Austin Ivereigh and Kathryn Jean Lopez. Look for the updated and revised edition from 2015. OSV’s pamphlet “10 Principles of Civil Communication” Kathryn Jean Lopez’ colum

Welcome to Episode 9 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Taking a look at Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation, Amoris Laetitia, (On Love in the Family), or as its popularly known, “The Joy of Love”.  I’m calling this podcast a “double espresso shot” because its twice as long — 30 minutes. I hope you’ll indulge me. In this podcast I’ll be encouraging you to read, read, read Pope Francis’ latest document following the two previous Synods on marriage and family life: Amoris Laetitia. I’ll also review the table of contents, offer some excerpts, and add a few personal thoughts. Links for this episode: Read the Apostolic Exhortation Amoris Laetitia, “The Joy of Love” (PDF form) From previous popes: John Paul II’s  Familiars Consortia (“On the Christian Family in the Modern World”) and complete volume on Theology of the Body Benedict XVI’s Deus Caritas Est (“God is Love”) Paul VI’s Humanae Vitae (“On the Regulation of Birth”) Other

March 30, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: A Litany of “Among Women” Saints “Among Women” Guest: Pat Gohn This episode celebrates the 7th anniversary — or 7th birthday — of Among Women, begun in March 2009. This episode explores the major themes Among Women has covered, plus links to blog posts that offer dozens of links to archived shows. In our “Blessed Are They” segment we pray a Litany of saints — including many of the saints that have been profiled on Among Women. In our “Among Women” segment, Pat Gohn answers questions sent in by listeners — about herself, and about the podcast. Links for this episode: Blog Post #1: A retrospective on Among Women’s early history, themes of the feminine genius and the dignity of women, plus conversations with theologians and wonderful Catholic authors! Blog Post #2: A retrospective on saints, ordinary women in the pew, religious sisters, parents, and more! Blog Post #3: A retrospective on sharing the faith, great music, and special editions of the podcast

Welcome to Episode 8 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet It this podcast, the first ten minutes are dedicated to praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet in its entirety. The last five minutes are devoted to the history behind the Chaplet. This prayer comes to us from St Faustina Kowalska of Poland, and was a special devotion of St John Paul II, who included Mercy Sunday in the Church calendar. It’s the Year of Mercy, and we are approaching the Holy Triduum, wherein we are encouraged to begin praying the Novena to Divine Mercy. The Novena begins on Good Friday and continues for 9 days until it concludes on the Feast of Divine Mercy (the first Sunday after Easter). Yet you can pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy on ordinary rosary beads ANYTIME outside of the Novena days as well! It’s particularly powerful to pray it after receiving Holy Communion, at adoration, or each day during the “hour of mercy” — 3p

Welcome to Episode 7 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Wisdom of St Katharine Drexel Diving into the writings of St Katharine Drexel as we pass her feast day, March 3, and as we pass through Lent en route to Easter. Links for this episode: My blog post about my trip to the National Shrine of Katharine Drexel Among Women 18 has more biographical information about Katharine Drexel. Listen here. A view of St Katharine Drexel’s tomb.

March 1, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: The Woman at the Well (the Samaritan woman from John 4.) “Among Women” Guest: Cynthia Darmody This episode of Among Women calls us to share our experiences of faith with others. In our “Blessed are They” segment, I explore Jesus’ meeting with the Samaritan woman at the well. The is the longest recorded conversation of Jesus in Scripture. In it we find a woman whose life is changed by meeting Jesus, the Christ. We also observe how this woman could not keep the good news of the Messiah a secret. Her convincing testimony leads others to belief in Jesus, persuading them to hear his word and accept him for themselves. Today, evangelization takes place both in person and virtually. Online Catholic resources often function as a modern well, where people gather to read and hear inspiring conversations about faith and life. Stories and articles can be shared and discussed — so that others might become curious about a life of faith, and ultimately find Jesus too.

Welcome to Episode 6 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Year of Mercy I’ve long written a column called “From the Catechism” for Catholic Digest Magazine and I’m happy to share some themes from my recent articles are we look at the Year of Mercy, proclaimed by Pope Francis. Links for this episode: Pope Francis’ Papal Bull, Misericordiae Vultus,  declaring the Year of Mercy Year of Mercy website Catholic Digest Magazine (Subscribe via Amazon to benefit Among Women.) Catechism of the Catholic Church Other places where Pat Gohn writes

Feb 10, 2016 This week’s episode: Welcome to Lent 2016! In lieu of our “Blessed are They” segment, we will benefit from some pre-recorded Lenten inspiration and instruction from Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York Our”Among Women” guests are Sherry Brownrigg and Lisa Hendey In this program we look at the art of giving — specifically, the work of alms-giving as we come to the Lenten Season. Together with my guests, Sherry Brownrigg and Lisa Hendey, we talk about the work of almsgiving this Lent through the mission of Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and its Lenten apostolate called “Rice Bowl”. Both Brownrigg and Hendey recently toured CRS’s mission in Colombia’s coffee country and share their pilgrimage stories and their passion for Rice Bowl as a powerful means of almsgiving and personal transformation. Don’t miss the links below to see how you can enhance your personal or family almsgiving through the Rice Bowl. Links for this episode: CRS Rice Bowl CRS Rice Bowl App: iPhone or Android Sherry Brow

Welcome to Episode 5 of Among Women “Espresso Shot”– a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn, with special guest Fr Dave Pivonka TOR. Today’s topic: The Holy Spirit (AKA The Wild Goose) Fr Dave Pivonka TOR is one of the creators of a brand new 14-part video series on the Holy Spirit known as “The Wild Goose is Loose.”  It’s a fabulous introduction to having a relationship with the Holy Spirit, and how to live a life that is led by the Holy Spirit. I highly recommend the message of this series! Watch it, pray with it, and beg the Holy Spirit to set your life aflame! Links for this episode: Video series: Discover the topics of the Wild Goose series. Be sure to start with the first video. Here’s a guide for how to watch the series. Website: The Wild Goose is Loose Book: Breath of God: Living a Life Led by the Holy Spirit, by Fr Dave Pivonka TOR Teaser video:  Listen to other Espresso Shots here.