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Catholic Moms in the Middle#161 The Gap, the Gain, and God’s GoodnessIf you’ve ever ended your day feeling like you didn’t do enough, or wondered why everyone else seems to have it all together while you’re just trying to keep up, you’re in the right place.
Midlife can be messy and full of changes, comparisons, and that constant feeling that we’re falling short. But what if there’s another way to see yourself and your life?
In this episode, I’m diving into a concept from the book The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. It’s all about lear...
2025-10-2328 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#160 Hijacked Words: Love, Hope and JoyHave you ever noticed how some of the most sacred words of our faith love, hope, and joy have been hijacked by our culture? They show up on coffee mugs, t-shirts, and Instagram captions, but somewhere along the way, their true, life-changing meaning got watered down.
In this episode, we dive deeper into these three words, peeling back layers of cultural noise to rediscover their biblical and Catholic roots. Through Scripture, Church teaching, and the wisdom of the saints, I show you how these virtues aren’t fluffy slogans, but anchors that can sustain Catholic women especially in...
2025-10-1628 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#159 The Gift of ChangeThis week on Catholic Moms in the Middle, I’m diving into a topic that every single one of us faces, change.
Have you ever felt like the rug was pulled out from under you? Maybe your kids are grown and suddenly the house that was once noisy and chaotic is now painfully quiet. Or maybe your marriage looks completely different than you ever imagined. Midlife seems to come with one change after another...sometimes chosen, sometimes not and it can feel scary, overwhelming, or even unfair. But here’s the good news: God meets us in the...
2025-10-0127 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#158 God's Call to be a Barstool Evangelist with Debbie SmithMy dear friend Debbie Smith is joining me on the podcast! Debbie and I met about 10 years ago here in Nashville, and from the start, I’ve admired her boldness when it comes to sharing her faith. Seriously, she can strike up a conversation with anyone, anywhere. We lovingly call her our “bar stool evangelist” because she can sit down at a bar, order a craft beer, and before you know it, she’s talking with the bartender about the Eucharist. Now, I know what you’re thinking… I could never do that. But here’s the thing Debbie hasn’t always...
2025-09-1027 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#157 God's Call From the Classroom to Africa with Lisa RippyI finally convinced my dear friend, Lisa Rippy, to join me and share her incredible story.
Trust me—you don’t want to miss this one! Lisa has such a beautiful testimony of what happens when you hear God’s call and simply say yes. In 2014, during what seemed like an ordinary school presentation, Lisa felt the Lord tug on her heart to go to Sierra Leone and she didn’t hesitate.
That one yes led to a life-changing journey for her, her family, her students, and our entire community. In this conversation, Lisa opens up about...
2025-09-0526 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#156 Midlife Pruning and BloomingIn today’s episode of Catholic Moms in the Middle, I’m wrapping up my little series on the lessons God has been teaching me while working in my yard. What I thought would be one episode turned into three because—just like in our gardens—God never stops showing us new ways to grow.
This time, I’m sharing three final reflections that connect the work of tending soil, pulling weeds, and pruning plants to the deeper work of tending our hearts, minds, and souls. We’ll talk about:
🌱 How the “weeds” of negative thoughts keep poppi...
2025-08-2029 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#155 Rocky Soil and Rotten FruitThis week, I’m back in the garden—literally and spiritually.
What started as a fun project to tidy up my yard and grow a few vegetables turned into a rich space for God to teach me deep truths about my heart, my faith, and the way I live. As I worked with my hands in the dirt, pulling weeds and planting seeds, I began to notice how God was using every little task—especially the frustrating ones—to speak to my soul.
In this episode, I share the story of my tomato plants that looked b...
2025-08-0531 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#154 Lessons From My YardOver the past six months, I’ve spent a lot of time working in my yard—not because it’s beautiful or easy to care for, but because it’s where God unexpectedly met me. Between the weeds, the rocky soil, and a hose that never cooperates, I began to experience God as a gardener. What started as a to-do list to improve my yard became a sacred space for healing and connection with the Lord. I realized that working in the dirt became deeply spiritual. It taught me how God speaks through the most ordinary things—soil, sun, weeds, and...
2025-07-3028 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#153 Formed in the FireIn this week's episode of Catholic Moms in the Middle, Jennie Guinn invites you to see your current struggles through a new lens—the lens of fire. But not a fire that destroys—a fire that purifies, transforms, and reignites your God-given purpose. Whether you’re walking through grief, facing the ache of an empty nest, struggling in your marriage, or simply feeling lost in midlife, Jennie reminds you that you are not being burnt out—you’re being lit up. With wisdom drawn from scripture, the Blessed Mother, and the lives of the saints, this episode is an invitation t...
2025-07-1627 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#152 The Fourth Quarter with Mona OverstreetIn this episode of Catholic Moms in the Middle, I sit down with my dear friend of 15 years, Mona Overstreet. Mona is a convert to the Catholic faith, and her story is one of incredible resilience, deep faith, and a heart fully surrendered to God. After caring for her adoptive mother for eight years and walking through tremendous personal loss and illness, Mona now lives in an assisted living facility where she sees her life as a mission field. She calls this season her “fourth quarter,” and she’s committed to using every moment to glorify God and bring others...
2025-07-0927 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#151 Living Eternity-Minded: A Conversation with Fr. Wade MenezesI had the honor of talking with Fr. Wade Menezes from the Fathers of Mercy, and let me tell you—it was rich, deep, and so full of truth. Fr. Wade shared his journey from dairy farming to the priesthood (a path I totally relate to!), and we dove into what people today are truly hungry for: a deeper, more intimate relationship with the Trinity. We talked about how life gets messy—hurt, sin, unforgiveness—and how God wants to take those roadblocks and turn them into stepping stones toward Him.
One of the biggest takeaways was the po...
2025-06-2525 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#150 You Were Born to SparkleHave you ever looked in the mirror and wondered when your sparkle faded? When did the light of joy, confidence, and divine purpose get buried under the weight of motherhood, marriage struggles, or midlife transitions?
In this episode, I invite you to rediscover the truth you may have forgotten: you were born to sparkle. Inspired by a simple moment with my granddaughter and a sparkly Walmart hat, I unpack what it really means to shine—not with worldly glamor, but with the radiant light of Christ that lives within you.
You’ll hear stories of three...
2025-06-0227 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#149 Saying Yes Like the Blessed Mother: Courage, Surrender, and Trust in God's PlanAs we close out the beautiful month of May, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, join me this week, as I reflect on Mary's Fiat—her courageous and wholehearted “yes” to God—and how it continues to inspire Catholic women today.
Through personal stories, scripture, Marian devotion, and insights I unpack the obstacles we face when trying to say yes to God—fear, control, suffering, and doubt—and how, like Mary, we can find the grace to trust even when the path is painful or uncertain.
Whether you're navigating a difficult season, questioning your next steps, or longi...
2025-05-2927 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#148 What God Revealed in the SilenceIn this episode, I’m inviting you into something that feels almost impossible in today’s fast-paced, noisy world: silence. Real, soul-nourishing, God-soaked silence.
Recently, I attended a silent retreat with the Dominican Sisters at the Bethany Retreat House in Dickson, TN—a retreat I wasn’t even supposed to attend. But God made a way, and He used that quiet weekend to open up a space in my heart I didn’t even realize was closed.
I’ve always thought I was pretty comfortable with silence—no TV during the day, no radio in the car—but th...
2025-05-1927 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#147 How To Magnify Christ Even When You Don't AgreeHave you ever found yourself in a conversation that left you shaken—your heart racing, your voice tense, and your peace completely gone?
Maybe it was a disagreement about politics, morality, Church teaching, or even a family decision that matters deeply to you. In those moments, it’s so easy to react instead of respond... and before you know it, the tension turns into division.
In this episode of Catholic Moms in the Middle, I’m opening up about something we all face: how to stay kind, calm, and Christlike when you deeply disagree with someon...
2025-05-1327 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#146 The Conclave and The New Pope with Father Justin RainesHave you ever wondered what really happens inside the Sistine Chapel when the Church selects a new Pope? With the whole world watching and Catholics everywhere praying, now is the perfect time to explore the mystery, meaning, and beauty behind the papal conclave.
In this special episode, I’m joined by Father Justin Raines, pastor of St. Matthew in Franklin, TN—who was actually in Rome when Pope Francis was elected! Together, we pull back the veil on:
What really happens behind closed doors (including what “conclave” actually means),
The deep spiritual preparation of the C...
2025-05-0527 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#145 The After Party of the Empty Nest with Author Kate BattistelliI’m thrilled to have author Kate Battistelli joining me to talk about her brand-new book: The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom Is Not Your Only Name.
If you’re in a season where the kids are grown and gone, and you’re wondering what’s next... If you feel like you’ve lost a part of your identity now that motherhood looks different… Or if you’re sensing God is calling you to more, but you're not sure where to start...
This episode is for YOU.
Kate shares so hone...
2025-04-3027 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#144 Letting Go and Letting God: Trusting God in the Messy MiddleHave you ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world, trying to hold everything together? I know that feeling all too well. In this episode, I’m sharing from my own experience as a Catholic mom in midlife who struggles daily with the need to control everything—especially when life feels uncertain or overwhelming. Whether you're facing an empty nest, a struggling marriage, unanswered prayers, or unexpected change, I want you to know—you are not alone. Together, we’ll explore what it really means to surrender our fears and let God step into the places we’ve trie...
2025-03-3127 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#143 An Examination of HeartIn this week’s show, I’m sharing something a little different for Lent—an examination of the heart. We’re used to hearing about an examination of conscience, but this goes even deeper. Lent is more than just fasting, prayer, and almsgiving; it’s also an invitation to slow down and take a hard look at what’s really in our hearts. Sometimes, without even realizing it, we carry around old wounds—some fresh, some buried beneath years of busyness, distractions, and taking care of everyone else. But God wants to bring those wounds into the light and heal them....
2025-03-2028 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#142 The Journey of the Cross in LentHave you ever felt like Lent is both a season you love and a season you dread? You love the idea of drawing closer to Christ, of letting Him work on the areas of your heart that need healing. But then reality sets in—the sacrifices feel heavy, the habits you’re trying to let go of seem harder to break, and suddenly, you realize how much you've relied on things that may have taken the place of God in your life. If you're in the middle of this struggle, you're not alone. In this episode of Catholic Moms in t...
2025-03-1326 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#141 Opening the Holy Doors with Author Joan WatsonHey friends! In this episode of Catholic Moms in the Middle, I'm continuing the conversation about the Jubilee Year of Hope, and I’ve invited my friend Joan Watson to share! Joan is an author, speaker, and pilgrimage leader, and she’s here to talk about her brand-new book, Opening the Holy Door.
We’re diving into the Holy Doors of Rome—what they are, why they’re important, and how they symbolize a fresh start in our faith. Joan also shares the history of Jubilee years, what it means to go on a pilgrimage of hope, and how we can...
2025-02-2527 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#140 Midlife Calling in Pregnancy with Doula Dawn CerinoHave you ever wondered what it would have been like to have a faith-filled guide by your side during childbirth?
In this episode, I dive into the incredible role of a Catholic doula—someone who provides not just physical and emotional support during labor, but also spiritual encouragement. Dawn Cerino, a seasoned birth doula, shares her journey of being called to this work after her own children were grown, and how she now helps mothers bring their babies into the world with peace, prayer, and confidence. Whether assisting with positioning techniques to ease labor or offering heartfelt pra...
2025-02-1926 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#138 Joy in the Moment: A Trisomy 18 Journey with Marisol RossWhen Marisol and Garrett welcomed their second baby boy, Dominic, on August 13th, they had no idea the journey they were about to embark on. Diagnosed with Trisomy 18, a rare genetic condition, their story has been one of faith, heartbreak, and God’s undeniable presence. Many in the Nashville Catholic community have followed their journey, and in this episode, Marisol shares the incredible ways God prepared their hearts and guided them through every moment. From a meaningful connection with a cloistered nun to unexpected signs pointing to a Catholic geneticist on the path to sainthood, this story will leave yo...
2025-02-0633 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#137 The Sacrament of Holy Orders with Father Luke WilgenbuschIn this week’s episode, Father Luke Wilgenbusch and I are diving into the importance of the priesthood and why priests are such a vital gift to our Catholic faith. As midlife Catholic women, we often juggle family, work, and community, and it can be easy to overlook the powerful role of the priesthood in our spiritual lives. Yet, without the priesthood, we wouldn't have the Eucharist—the greatest gift God has given us!
Father Wilgenbusch shares his perspective on the sacredness and responsibility of being a priest, acknowledging the tension between the human flaws of each pries...
2025-01-2927 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#136 The Sacrament of Holy Matrimony with Father Michael Fye
In this week’s episode, I sit down with Fr. Fye to talk about the beautiful Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. As Catholic women in the middle of life, many of us have been married for years. The busyness of life can sometimes make us lose sight of the depth and meaning of our wedding vows. Fr. Fye helps us rediscover why marriage is not only a beautiful sacrament but a fulfilling and lifelong journey that we are called to embrace.
In this conversation, we dive into the reality that while discussing love at a wedding sho...
2025-01-2927 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#135 The Anointing of the Sick with Father Patrick FitzsimonsAs a Catholic life coach, I’ve had so many conversations with women in midlife who are carrying heavy burdens—anxiety, regret, past wounds that seem to linger no matter how much they pray. Maybe you’ve felt this way too. You want to move forward, to heal, but something keeps holding you back. What if I told you there’s a sacrament that offers profound grace, peace, and healing—one that many of us have overlooked?
In this week's show, I talk with Father Patrick Fitzsimons about the Sacrament of the Sick. Father Patrick served as a chaplain...
2025-01-2926 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#134 The Sacrament of Reconciliation with Father Rhodes BolsterIn this week's show, I talk with Father Rhodes Bolster about the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Have you ever felt like you're carrying the weight of your past mistakes, unable to fully embrace the joy and freedom God desires for you? As Catholic midlife women, we've lived through so many seasons—some filled with blessings, others with challenges that have left us feeling burdened and stuck. But here's the beautiful truth: God's mercy is always available, and the Sacrament of Confession is the key to unlocking the peace our hearts long for.
Confession isn't just about li...
2025-01-2127 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#133 The Sacrament of Confirmation with Father GilstrapIn this week's episode, I talk with Father Austin Gilstrap about the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Are you overlooking the power of your Confirmation? Many Catholics misunderstand this sacrament, seeing it as just another milestone rather than the incredible outpouring of grace that it truly is. In this episode, I explore why Confirmation is so much more than a rite of passage. Father Gilstrap shares insights into how this sacrament seals the grace received in baptism and empowers us with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. If you've ever wondered about the real significance of Confirmation and how...
2025-01-1427 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#132 The Holy Eucharist with Fr. Nicholas AllenDo you ever find yourself going through the motions at Mass, wondering how to connect more deeply with what’s happening at the altar? In this episode, Father Nicholas Allen and I explore the profound mystery of the Eucharist—the greatest gift of God’s love. What looks like simple bread and wine is truly the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ. Together, we’ll uncover the biblical roots of this sacrament and how it can transform your spiritual life.
As midlife Catholic women, our days are full of distractions that can cloud our faith. But God m...
2024-12-0327 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#131 The Sacrament of Baptism with Father Seth ReedIn this week's show, I am kicking off a series on the Sacraments of the Catholic Church. It is easy to take them for granted and miss the gifts each one offers. To get started I am diving into the sacrament of Baptism with Father Seth Reed. Father shares insights that remind us of our core identity as God’s beloved daughters, an identity that was first established at our own Baptism. It’s a chance to revisit that moment when we were claimed by God, giving us a strong spiritual anchor to hold onto during all the ups and...
2024-11-1827 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#130 Calling All Midlife Women to Discipleship with Jessika Tate Today, we’re I'm diving deep into the heart of discipleship with Jessika Tate. Discipleship isn’t about having it all together—it's about guiding others, especially our families, toward a life that mirrors Christ. True discipleship involves forming ourselves in the character of Jesus, walking in His integrity, and understanding that we're all on a journey. As women who juggle so much, we might feel unworthy or ill-equipped to disciple others. Yet, Jesus calls each of us, with all our imperfections, to be His hands and feet.
The truth is, many around us are hungry—not just for...
2024-11-0526 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#129 Blessings in the Unexpected with Kay DoddIn this week's show, I’m honored to bring you a deeply personal and moving conversation with Kay Dodd, who shares her journey through motherhood when life’s curveballs test our faith and strength in ways we never imagined. Kay opens up about her experience discovering her daughter Hannah’s Down syndrome diagnosis, and how she navigated the waves of grief, fear, and ultimately profound gratitude. She takes us along on the journey from her initial heartbreak to the miraculous moment of holding her daughter, realizing that Down syndrome didn’t define her, but instead, added new layers of love and...
2024-10-2826 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#128 Have Your Way With Me Holy Spirit with Fr. David DoddIn this week's show I talk with Father David Dodd a native of Nashville. He shares how to reignite your faith journey and embrace the Holy Spirit in a deeper, more personal way. We each share our own story of how the Holy Spirit has moved in our lives—especially during those pivotal moments of change and uncertainty. Midlife women, often feel the weight of balancing so much, from family to career, all while trying to stay grounded in their faith. But the Holy Spirit wants to be the source of strength, renewal, and peace, guiding you through each season o...
2024-10-2143 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#127 The Litany of Trust with Sister Faustina Maria Pia, S.V.In this episode of Catholic Moms in the Middle, I have the honor of hosting Sister Faustina Maria Pia, a member of the Sisters of Life and author of The Litany of Trust and Jesus, I Trust in You: A 30-Day Personal Retreat. Sister Faustina shares the profound spiritual journey that led her to create The Litany of Trust, born out of a deep personal struggle with understanding and surrendering to God's will. Her story resonates with anyone seeking to strengthen their faith through difficult times and deep trust in God’s plan, even when life doesn't make sense....
2024-10-1527 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#126 How to Listen to the News without Living in Fear with Pamela HughesIn this week's show, I explore the powerful influence of news and media on our emotional and spiritual well-being, particularly for Catholic midlife women. My guest, Pamela Hughes shares her insight and wisdom as a former morning radio talk show host in Phoenix. After decades as a journalist, Pamela left it all behind to pursue life coaching. Her experience with what happens behind the scene with reporting and her wisdom as a life coach allows her to share valuable insight on how to consume the news without living in fear or anxiety.
With the constant bombardment of i...
2024-10-0726 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#125 Even Now: Finding Hope Through Prayer with Lisa FloodIn this week's show, I’m joined by Lisa Flood, a wife, mom, and prayer warrior from Louisiana. Lisa shares her powerful testimony of leaving and then returning to the Catholic Church, inspired by the Eucharist on the Feast of Divine Mercy in 2008. We discuss the need for hope and trust in God, especially when facing challenges within our families and personal lives. Lisa emphasizes that true hope isn’t about expecting specific answers to our prayers, but trusting in God’s will and His greater plan for us.
We explore how to maintain hope and trust in dif...
2024-09-3026 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#124 The Hidden Treasure of Trust: How a Simple Prayer Can Change Your LifeIn this week's show, we’re delving into a profound topic that resonates deeply with many of us—trust. As Catholic midlife moms, we navigate a landscape marked by significant transitions and challenges. Our daily lives are filled with responsibilities and sometimes unexpected trials, making it crucial for us to lean on God’s loving goodness. The Litany of Trust is a powerful tool that can help us in these moments. It’s a prayer that encourages us to surrender our worries and fears, trusting that God has a plan for each of us, no matter the circumstances.
In mid...
2024-09-2327 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#123 Our Lady of La Leche Pray For MeIn this episode, I am diving into a beautiful devotion that speaks to us in a very special way as Catholic midlife women — the devotion to Our Lady of La Leche (Our Lady of the Milk). This devotion may be lesser known, but its message of nurturing, motherhood, and reliance on the Blessed Mother resonates deeply with all of us who are navigating the unique challenges of motherhood in midlife.
In this episode, I share my recent visit to the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augustine, Florida. As soon as I stepped on t...
2024-09-1726 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#122 The Girlfriend's Guide to EmptyNesting with Author, Allie HillIn this week's show, we discuss the emotional and spiritual journey of letting go as a mother, specifically focusing on the bittersweet transition of releasing children into their independence. Joined by my friend and fellow life coach, Allie Hill, who authored The Girlfriend's Guide to Empty Nesting, we discuss the challenges and rewards of this significant life stage.
The conversation centers on the mixed emotions of pride and sadness that come with watching children step into adulthood. We reflect on our own experiences, highlighting the natural tension between wanting to protect and guide our children while also re...
2024-09-0932 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#121 A Pinch of Faith and A Dash of Wisdom with Mary Margaret LambertIn this week's show, I talk with Mary Margaret Lambert, a freelance writer from Nashville, well-known for her witty and heartfelt columns in the Tennessee Register. She’s also the author of Life is Too Short to Wear Beige, a book that speaks to the importance of living authentically and embracing the wisdom that comes with age.
Mary Margaret is someone who embodies the belief that every season of life is a time to embrace who you truly are. She has a wonderful story about refusing to “wear beige and keep quiet” at her son’s wedding—a decision...
2024-09-0330 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#120 The Heart of the Diocese with Bishop SpaldingThis week, I'm so honored to have Bishop Mark Spalding from the Diocese of Nashville join me. We discuss his upcoming role as the speaker for our Magnificat meal in August, a wonderful women's ministry that brings together women from across the diocese for fellowship and inspiring testimonies. Bishop Spalding shares the significance of Our Lady of Good Success in his faith journey and the intercession of the Blessed Mother throughout his life.
In our conversation, Bishop Spalding emphasizes the importance of community and connection in each of our faith journeys, particularly for midlife women who can o...
2024-08-0627 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#119 Becoming a Yes for Christ with Sister Madeline RoseThis week's guest, Sister Madeline Rose, a Nashville Dominican sister is originally from Minnesota. She moved to Tennessee and joined the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia in 2015. I'm excited to discuss the Eucharist with Sister Madeline Rose, working with high schoolers she understands the challenges of getting teenagers to focus and appreciate the Eucharist. Her call to Adoration helped her grow closer to Jesus and led her to her vocation.
Sister Madeline Rose talks about how a person's love for the Eucharist can grow over their lifetime. She recalls early memories of her godmother pointing out Jesus duri...
2024-07-2927 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#118 Finding Joy in Suffering with Linda HardestyI had the privilege of interviewing my dear friend Linda Hardesty, a woman of incredible strength and faith. Over the 25 years of our friendship, I’ve seen Linda endure tremendous heartbreak while always finding a way to maintain joy and gratitude. Linda’s story is one of resilience and unwavering faith, even in the face of unimaginable loss. When her daughter Brooke was tragically killed, Linda’s faith was her anchor. She recalled how, despite the heartache, she forgave Brooke's killer the very night it happened, believing that this act of forgiveness allowed God to pour graces over her and he...
2024-07-2227 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#117 Midlife and the EucharistThis week, we're diving into a profound and beautiful topic: the sacrament of the Eucharist and Eucharistic adoration. The Catholic Church has been focusing on bringing people back to the altar table, helping them understand and embrace the holy Eucharist. With the National Eucharistic Congress happening this week in Indianapolis, there's a significant effort underway to renew and deepen our faith and devotion to the Eucharist. I'll share some eye-opening statistics and discuss the National Eucharistic Revival, a multi-year effort by the US bishops to strengthen belief and participation in the Eucharist. As Catholic Midlife women it is our...
2024-07-1627 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#116 Faith and Mental Health with Bob Forster*** This show contains content about suicide, trauma and painful family situations. If these topics are a trigger for you, please skip this episode.
This week I talk with my friend, Bob Forster. Bob is a dedicated advocate for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. In this show he shares his personal journey of healing and forgiveness with his father and the devastating loss of his brother to suicide.
Bob shares his story of vulnerability as he recounts his struggles and the healing path he has walked. He shared his extensive experience working with youth and e...
2024-07-0841 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#115 Obstacles to Living in FreedomIn this show, I delve into the concept of freedom from a spiritual perspective, especially relevant to Catholic midlife women. I define true freedom according to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, explaining that it aligns with God’s will and leads to a life full of joy and peace. Life is a constant battle for freedom, and the good news is that God is the ultimate victor in all of these battles.
I discuss various obstacles to living in spiritual freedom, such as original sin, resentment, and spiritual warfare. I share personal and practical advice on how to...
2024-07-0127 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#114 Embrace Your Little Way with St. Therese of LisieuxToday, we’re delving into the inspiring life and teachings of St. Therese of Lisieux, exploring how her wisdom speaks to us as Catholic midlife women. St. Therese, also known as the Little Flower, offers profound insights that resonate deeply with the challenges and joys of our stage in life. Her "Little Way" teaches us to find holiness in simplicity and to approach our daily tasks with great love.
I want to share with you five powerful lessons we can apply to our lives from the teachings and writings of St. Therese of Lisieux.
Lesson On...
2024-06-2432 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#113 Food and Health in the Bible with Debbie RayhabIn this week's show, Jennie is joined by Debbie Rayhab who is an expert in integrative and functional nutrition. Debbie has an extensive background in the food industry and an inspiring journey toward integrating nutrition with spiritual health. Debbie has spent over 25 years in marketing and health communication, and her passion for healthy living was further ignited by her son's struggle with ADD and the impacts of taking medication. Her personal experience led her to explore the connection between food, as mentioned in the Bible, and its scientific health benefits.
Debbie shares how she discovered that many foo...
2024-06-1727 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#112 Our Lady of Guadalupe with Gia RineyIn the bustling heart of Mexico City, amid the chaos and clamor of urban life, lies a sacred haven – the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. This iconic pilgrimage site draws countless Catholics yearning for healing, connection and an encounter with the Blessed Mother and her Son. In today's show, we embark on a journey through the eyes and experiences of Gia, a devoted Catholic midlife mom whose recent pilgrimage to Mexico City left an indelible mark on her faith and motherhood journey.
Gia's connection to Mexico runs deep, rooted in a year of mission work she un...
2024-06-1027 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#111 Jesus Sat Across From Me with Lindy WynneIn this week's show I talk with Lindy Wynne, the host of the podcast, Mama's In Spirit, to discuss faith, family, and the journey of midlife. Lindy shares her story of moving from California to Franklin, Tennessee, a decision that came from much discernment and prayer during the pandemic. She recounts the challenges and blessings of this significant transition in her family and how God has shown up in amazing ways.
Lindy talks about the mental, emotional and spiritual challenges of moving her family across the country to a new state, purchasing their dream home on a beauti...
2024-04-2335 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#110 The Little Flower of NashvilleIn this week's show I talk with Hayley Robinson Shovlin about her sister Rosie. Hayley has written a book, The Little Flower of Nashville, about Rosie's courageous and faithfilled battle with cancer. At a young age, Rosie had spiritual wisdom that surpasses understanding. Her family and friends watched as she continued to trust in Jesus even when things didn't make sense and her health continued to decline.
In the book, Hayley shares snipets from Rosie's journal. Rosie's writing is so profound and heartfelt. Her journal entries contain the same wisdom and insight that we often read from gr...
2024-04-1533 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#108 Midlife Suffering with JesusDid you know that you are the source of so much of your mental and emotional suffering?
In this week's show I share the history of the devotion to the shoulder of Jesus. Jesus revealed in a vision to St. Bernard of Clarivaux that his most painful wound was his shoulder wound. The wound where the heavy wooden cross ripped his tender skin down to the bone. This hidden wound inflicted excruciating pain on Jesus with every step he took towards Calvary. I will share the special prayer that St. Bernard wrote to honor Jesus' shoulder wound an...
2024-03-2527 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#107 How Does God Speak to You with Anne TrufantIn this week's show, I talk with Anne Trufant, founder of Mission on the Mountain, about how God speaks to each of us. Anne share's a powerful encounter with Christ that she had at an early age and how that encounter changed the trajectory of her life.
From that one encounter God gave her the gift of Scripture. Anne shares that so many Catholics believe the lie Scripture is hard or that Catholics just don't know the Bible. In ministry and retreats, Anne teaches that the Bible is "our book." She says it is how you and...
2024-03-1829 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#105 You Are A LighthouseIn this week's show, I share the three pillars that I teach women in retreats, through one-on-one coaching and inner healing. The pillars are encounter, transform and magnify. When you can encounter the love of the Father and fully embrace your identity as the daughter of the King, your life changes in amazing ways. It is in this identity that you find the faith and courage to boldly share your faith with others and to find healing and transformation in your physical, spiritual, mental and emotional lives.
As women, we shine our light of faith for others to...
2024-03-0426 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#104 Stepping Out In Courage with Haley RineyIn this week's show, Haley Riney and I continue our conversation about stepping out in faith to serve the Lord. We talk specifically about how Catholic's need encouragement to follow the lead of the Holy Spirit to share words of knowledge and wisdom as a way to build up others along their faith journey.
Stepping out in courage to share your faith with others mean being uncomfortable and a times taking the risk of being rejected, but the rewards are great! Haley challenges each one of us to ask these questions each day...Lord, how can you use...
2024-02-2626 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#103 Trading Pain for Joy with Haley RineyIn this show, I talk with my friend Haley Riney about her journey with the Holy Spirit. Haley and I met this past summer at Joanne Moody's LIFE Intensive in Franklin, TN. Haley is a fellow Catholic who discovered the Holy Spirit after experiencing painful injuries as an athlete and going through a heartbreaking divorce. While these situations were difficult and challenging, they introduced Haley to God's love and mercy. It was in this most difficult of times that the Holy Spirit revealed himself to her and her life was never the same.
Haley is a traveling p...
2024-02-1927 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#102 The CROSS with the Blessed MotherIn this show, I take you on a journey with the Blessed Mother as she walks beside her son to his crucifixion. Praying the Stations of the Cross is a devotion that allows you to encounter Jesus and all he endured as he carried the cross to his death.
A few years ago, I discovered a new version of the Stations that touched my heart. At a Cursillo weekend, we prayed the Stations of the Cross from the perspective of the Blessed Mother. Each station is written as she experienced first hand the pain and suffering of h...
2024-02-1226 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#101 Embracing the Holy Spirit with Fr. Dave PivonkaIn this week's show, I talk with Father Dave Pivonka. He is an author, speaker and President of Franciscan University. Fr. Dave is well known for his series, The Wild Goose, which helps you discover a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit. I recently saw Fr. Dave speak in Pittsburgh at The Magnificat Conference. His love of the Holy Spirit is contagious through his honesty and deep faith life.
In this show, Father Dave and I talk about what life can look like as you give the Holy Spirit the reigns to your life. It can sometimes be s...
2024-02-0528 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#100 Surrounded by God's Beauty with Kate CapatoIn this week's show, Jennie talks with sacred artist, Kate Capato, about her mission to help others encounter the Divine through beauty. Kate is a sacred art painter and inspirational speaker who magnifies Christ by brining to life truth, goodness and beauty through her artwork.
Kate shares that she has always had a love for beauty and art. As a child, she was always drawing, painting and creating. As she began to look to her future, she wanted to combine art and ministry to help others encounter God, but she wasn't sure how to fit them together. In...
2024-01-2434 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#99 The Gift of Healing with Fr. Mark NolteIn this show, I talk with Fr. Mark Nolte about a recent mission trip to Brazil where he witnessed many healings. Fr. Mark shares stories the many miracles that he witnessed, but he also talks about how these healings and miracles should and can be a normal occurrence for the church.
We discussed how many people are skeptical of healings and if they are actually possible through prayer. When asked what he would say to those people who doubt, Fr. Mark said,
"Well, I used to be one of those people many years ago. I use...
2024-01-2241 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#98 The Most Important Question to Ask YourselfAt the beginning of a new year, many people create new year's resolutions. They are hopeful that they will be able to reach their goals during the year. In this show, I share a different approach to setting goals for the year. So often, resolutions are made from a place of trying to "fix" what is wrong in your life.
Instead, I challenge you to reflect on the past year. Sit down with a hot cup of tea and scroll through all of the pictures on your phone from the past twelve months. Look at all of t...
2024-01-1527 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#97 Magnificat with Judy ZeldenIn this week's show, I talk with Judy Zelden. Judy is one of the original members of the Magnificat Ministry which started in New Orleans over 40 years ago. Judy shares how the ministry was created to help women support and encourage one another by sharing their personal testimony and by creating an intimate relationship with Christ. Like the Blessed Mother, all women are encouraged to receive Christ and then share him with those they encounter each day.
The Magnificat Ministry is an extension of the Charismatic Movement in the Catholic Church. Judy and I talk about Baptism i...
2024-01-0826 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#95 Stop Listening to the Enemy with Fr. Dan ReehilIn this week's show I talk with Fr. Dan Reehil, the host of Battle Ready with Fr. Dan, about how the Enemy works in our daily lives. The good news is that the Enemy only has as much control as you give him. God is always greater! There are thought patterns, beliefs and feelings that open the door to the Enemy wreaking havoc, creating confusion and keeping you stuck. Father Dan shares stories from his work over the years as the exorcist of the diocese. Once you begin to recognize these situations, learn how to turn your focus back to...
2023-12-1825 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#94 Going on Pilgrimage with Joan WatsonIn this week's show, I talk with my friend and colleague in ministry, Joan Watson. After years of working in the Diocese of Nashville as the Director of Faith Formation, Joan took her dream job with Verso Ministries in South Bend, Indiana. Her new role is to prepare the hearts and souls for pilgrims before, during and after their pilgrimage.
Joan shares,
"One thing I think it's important to remember about pilgrimage is that it is the spiritual journey. It doesn't necessarily have to be internationally. It doesn't necessarily need to be someplace far away. Beca...
2023-12-0426 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#88 My Journey with the RosaryIn this show, Jennie explores her journey with the Holy Rosary and how it is an important part of her prayer life.
Jennie shares, I can remember feeling a sense of dread as a child when someone would say, "let's pray the rosary." I didn't understand the rosary and I didn't understand its importance. In all honesty, it took a while for me to mature in my faith so that the rosary became a devotion. It became something that I looked forward to rather than something that I had to do. Looking back, my devotion to the ros...
2023-10-2326 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#87 Holiness in Dying with Kim DerrickIn this week's show, Jennie talks with Kim Derrick about her hospice ministry. Kim is a long time hospice nurse and the founder and executive director of the Heart of Mary House in Nashville, Tennessee. Kim shares how she saw a need for those without a home or support to receive hospice care in the midst of a loving environment. Kim's desire to offer a safe, comfortable, peaceful home for the dying poor became a reality in 2022. God opened the doors, helped her overcome obstacles and placed the people and resources in her path to make this dream a...
2023-10-1638 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#85 Family Recovery with author, Jean HeatonThis week in Catholic Moms in the Middle, Jennie interviews Jean Heaton about her book, Helping families Recover from Addiction. Jean shares her family's journey through the 12 step program and how she was personally impacted by the steps more than she ever imagined. Jean is honest about the struggles, worries and fears that come with addiction.
Jean's book is powerful and applicable even if you aren't facing addictions. Each one of us has a "coping mechanism" that we use to avoid uncomfortable feelings or situations. The coping mechanism brings a reprieve from that situation, but usually causes mor...
2023-10-0246 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#82 Family Healing with Susan Skinner and Ashley BlackburnIn this week's show, Jennie talks with Susan Skinner and Ashley Blackburn about a book they recently published on family healing. The book, The Queen's Triumph: Family Healing Prayer Book, was a result of several years of prayer and discernment for them. Susan and Ashley share their journey from when God placed writing prayers on their hearts to share in their weekly prayer group to the process of writing the different types of prayers to compile into a book.
Not only did they find personal healing through the writing process while learning how to step into their Go...
2023-09-0727 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#79 Leaving the Nest with Jackson GuinnIn this week's podcast on Catholic Moms in the Middle, Jennie shares her experience of taking a child to college and becoming an empty nester. Jennie's youngest son, Jackson, joins her to share his perspective of moving away from home and starting college. In this honest conversation, Jennie and Jackson share the challenges, fears and uncertainties that come from embarking on a new season of life. They share how they each felt conflicting emotions.
Jennie encourages moms to allow and acknowledge all of their feelings. Each mom process and experiences a child going off to college in d...
2023-08-1033 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#78 You Can Be Healed with Dr. Bob SchuchtsIn this episode of "Catholic Moms in the Middle," Jennie welcomes Dr. Bob Schuchts to share about his ministry, the John Paul II Healing Center and to discuss healing. Healing from God can occur physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Many people tend to believe that healing is not possible for them due to various circumstances or that it only happens to others. Jennie and Dr. Schuchts discuss the main reasons people doubt or resist God’s healing in their lives.
In his book, Be Healed, Dr Schuchts begins by asking “Do you want to be healed?” This questio...
2023-08-0329 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#75 Magnificat with Rosemary GeigerRosemary Geiger, joined Jennie as a guest on the Catholic Moms in the Middle podcast. She shared about her involvement in a ministry called Magnificat. Magnificat is a ministry for women that offers encouragement and support through the Holy Spirit. Rosemary has been involved in Magnificat for over 30 years. Her first encounter with Magnificat occurred when she attended a meal in San Diego, where she was deeply touched by the personal testimonies of the speaker. As the speaker shared their story Mary had a mystical experience with the Blessed Mother. This inspired her to share her faith which led...
2023-07-1330 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#73 Crisis Pregnancy CoachingIn this episode, Jennie talks with Lauren Lobada, a fellow Catholic Life Coach. Lauren is the founder of Crisis Pregnancy Support for women. When Roe vs. Wade was overturned, Lauren felt called to reach out to women who found themselves unexpectedly pregnant. Crisis Pregnancy Support is an online course for women taught by Catholic Life Coaches and Therapists from around the country. The course is designed to help women gain the confidence and courage to embrace their pregnancy through mindset coaching.
Listen as Jennie and Lauren talk about Crisis Pregnancy Support and how they each feel called t...
2023-06-2927 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#72 Stop Being PerfectIn this podcast, Catholic Moms in the Middle Coach, Jennie Guinn, helps you to understand perfectionism. Recognizing signs of perfectionism is the first step. The goal is not to get rid of it because perfectionism can serve you. It could be a special quality to help you live your unique purpose. Being aware of when perfectionism is holding you back through procrastination, all or nothing thinking or comparing and despair will allow you to redirect your thoughts and actions so that you don’t stay stuck in beating yourself up. You can do this by embracing gratitude, practicing self-compassion, an...
2023-06-2227 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#71 Where Do You Belong?In this podcast, Catholic Moms in the Middle founder, Jennie Guinn talks about the needed to belong. As she works with moms in mid-life, many women struggle to find where they belong as the transition into this new phase of life. Belonging refers to the sense of connection and acceptance within a group or community. It involves feeling recognized, understood, and valued by others who share a common identity, purpose, or set of values. Belonging provides a feeling of security, support, and connectedness, making individuals feel at home and understood. It can manifest in various aspects of life, such...
2023-06-1527 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#70 Transitions in Marriage with Jennie and Gary GuinnIn May, Jennie and Gary celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary and reflected on the challenges and transitions they experienced over the past year. It was a year filled with major life transitions. They became empty nesters as their youngest son graduated and went off to college. They also lost Gary's mother, who had been in assisted living and passed away after a major stroke. When she went into assisted living they began cleaning out Gary's childhood home which was full of memories and lots of stuff. Clearing out her house proved emotionally and physically demanding. On a positive note, Je...
2023-06-0826 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#68 Medjugorje: The Grace of CommissioningIn this podcast, Catholic Moms in the Middle founder, Jennie Guinn talks with Ann Vucci about their recent pilgrimage to Medjugorje. Ann was in Medjugorje with her family when the apparitions started over 40 years ago. She has dedicated her life to sharing the Medjugorje messages around the world. Ann tells each group of pilgrims that they traveled to the tiny village, not by chance, but because the Blessed Mother has called them. Many priests have traveled to Medjugorje and received their call to the priesthood while many others have had their calling strengthened and confirmed.
Ann shares...
2023-05-2526 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#62 Live The Little WayIn this podcast, Catholic Life Coach Jennie Guinn, shares insight and lessons that she has learned reading The Story Of A Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese the Little Flower. St. Therese's desire to become a saint inspired her to depend on Christ for everything. It was in her littleness that she was able to become a GREAT saint. Jennie shares three takeaways from the book and how you can apply them to your daily life.
All or nothing thinking can keep you stuck and unhappy because it only allows you to see the ways that you ar...
2023-04-1321 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#61 Why God Allows Tragedies: A Conversation with Fr. Dan ReehilIn this episode, Jennie talks with Fr. Dan Reehil about the one question so many people have after the recent school shooting in Nashville. That question is simply...Why? Why does God allow such tragedies, especially to young children.
Father Dan's insights will bring you comfort and awareness as you begin to process this tragedy as well as other circumstances you may be facing in your life.
Jennie is a Catholic speaker, Life Coach, Podcaster, Weekly Radio Show Host on Nashville Catholic Radio, and founder of Catholic Moms in the Middle. After 26 years of working in...
2023-04-0626 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#59 The Worry TornadoWorry is a normal part of being a mom. It is easy to think of all of the things that can go wrong in an effort to protect your children from harm. Thinking ahead can be helpful, until all you do is think about the worst case scenarios. These types of thoughts can steal your joy and keep you stuck in constant fear.
In this podcast, Catholic Life Coach, Jennie Guinn shares why worry can hold you back. You will learn how to recognize worry when it show up in your life and then take action to mo...
2023-03-2317 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#53 Following Life's TransitionsLife is full of transitions, especially in mid-life. Some transitions are welcomed and bring joy into your life while others are more difficult. In this podcast, Catholic Life Coach, Jennie Guinn shares the transitions that she has experienced over the past few years as she approached midlife. She gives an honest look at how her life has changed and how she navigated the transitions with courage.
There is a myth that entering mid-life means encountering a mid-life crisis, but this is more myth than reality. Mid-life transitions can seem scary until you learn how to maneuver through t...
2023-02-0926 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#53 What You Believe MattersDid you know that what you believe creates the foundation for the results that you have in your life?
Beliefs are shaped by life experiences, society, and relationships with others. They form in childhood through absorbing information and forming opinions. Beliefs may have concrete evidence like sun rises every day or be based on unseen faith like receiving Jesus in the Holy Eucharist.
Beliefs matter because they create the foundation for all of the results that you have in your life. You take action based on your beliefs. Since they are such an integral part...
2023-02-0228 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#48 Searching In All The Wrong PlacesLife is about searching for meaning so that life matters. It is often in the searching that you discover who you are, who God calls you to be and your unique purpose. Searching can be fruitful and inspiring, but other times it can seem empty and hollow. It is important to know what you are searching for and why.
We are each born with a hole in our hearts that only God can fill, yet we try to fill the God sized hole with things that won’t work like power, money, worthiness, seeking approval from others, accu...
2022-12-2215 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#41 Help! I Am Drowning In StuffIn this podcast, Catholic Life Coach, Jennie Guinn, shares how material possessions can be a strong hold in your life. Learn why we make emotional connections with things in our lives and how we attach memories to them. You can explore if material possessions are a problem and the steps to release the stronghold they have in your life.
Jennie is a Catholic speaker, Life Coach, Podcaster, Weekly Radio Show Host on Nashville Catholic Radio, and founder of Catholic Moms in the Middle. After 26 years of working in Catholic education, Jennie felt God calling her "to step ou...
2022-10-2030 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#40 Let Me Tell You A SecretIn this podcast, Jennie Guinn, founder of Catholic Moms in the Middle, shares the SECRET that all women need to know. Many times women create an image of their Ideal Self based on how they assume they should look and act based on the world's standards. For years, they delay happiness, worthiness, contentment and self-approval because they think they should do more, be more, look different, act different...etc! Learn the three things you need to let go of so that you can love where you are at this moment in your journey to open yourself up to self-approval, se...
2022-10-1331 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#39 We all need a little G-R-A-C-EIn this second of two podcast, I share more insight from my summer of grace. In part one, I shared about God's Mercy and Rest. In this episode you will learn what the rest of the letters stand for...
A for Awareness
C for Connection
E for Epiphany
Jennie is the founder of Catholic Moms in the Middle. As a Catholic Life Coach, Jennie equips and encourages mid-life moms to make this season of life their best one yet. Coaching focuses on topics like
What comes next as a...
2022-10-0619 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#37 The Gift of SolitudeIn this episode of Catholic Moms in the Middle, Jennie shares about her recent experience of solitude and what an impact it made in her life. She shares how God placed on her heart that solitude is where she would truly come to know him in a deeper way.
Jennie is a Catholic speaker, Life Coach, Podcaster, Weekly Radio Show Host on Nashville Catholic Radio, and founder of Catholic Moms in the Middle. After 26 years of working in Catholic education, Jennie felt God calling her "to step out of the boat" to serve in a new way. In...
2022-09-2220 min
Catholic Moms in the MiddleA Marriage Conversation with Gary GuinnIn this podcast, Gary and I share what we've learned over the past 32 years of marriage. We share some of the struggles that we've faced and the ways that have found joy and peace in our marriage and raising our family.
About the Host
Jennie is a Catholic speaker, Life Coach, Podcaster, Weekly Radio Show Host on Nashville Catholic Radio, and founder of Catholic Moms in the Middle. After 26 years of working in Catholic education, Jennie felt God calling her "to step out of the boat" to serve in a new way. In her new min...
2022-05-2642 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#16 PerseveranceIn this podcast I talk about perseverance and how it is the key to reaching your goals and dreams.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, within themselves, in their marriages and other important relationships so that they can lead happy, healthy, holy lives. Jennie teaches life coaching concepts through the lens of Scripture, Church teachings and the lives of the saints. The Academy offers group coaching and one-on-one coaching designed to...
2022-02-1714 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#15 Catholic Life CoachingIn this podcast, I share my role as a Catholic Life Coach and how I help women create strong connections in their marriage, with themselves, in their faith life and in other important relationships. The catalyst for change is often a different perspective and taking the first step.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, within themselves, in their marriages and other important relationships so that they can lead happy, healthy, holy l...
2022-02-1011 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#12 Emotional PillarYour emotions drive all of the actions in your life, yet most of think we are at the mercy of how we feel. In this podcast. learn three simple steps to take control of your emotions so that you can create a life that you love.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, within themselves, in their marriages and other important relationships so that they can lead happy, healthy, holy li...
2022-01-2017 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#11 Your Mental PillarYour mental pillar helps to create the foundation for your life. In this podcast, you will learn three steps you can take to create a stronger mental pillar.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, within themselves, in their marriages and other important relationships so that they can lead happy, healthy, holy lives. Jennie teaches life coaching concepts through the lens of Scripture, Church teachings and the lives of the sa...
2022-01-1317 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#10 Spiritual PillarThere are four pillars in your life that need to be nurtured. They are your spiritual pillar, mental pillar, emotional pillar and physical pillar. Over the next four weeks, I will examine each on in the podcast and give suggestions on how to strengthen that particular pillar. The four pillars create the foundation for your life.
Here is the link to download the Spiritual Pillar reflection page.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to cr...
2022-01-0622 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#9 ChangeMost of us can list countless changes that we want to make in our lives. We have good reasons for wanting to change, but needless to say we experience very little success. In this week's Catholic Life Coach Podcast, I will share with you the reasons that you get "stuck" in the change process. Learn your biggest obstacles to change and how to overcome them.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, w...
2021-12-3016 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#8 Worry Much?Do you find yourself worried about everything? Did you know that worry is a tactic of the Enemy? Worry means that you are taking problems from the future and bringing them into the present moment.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, within themselves, in their marriages and other important relationships so that they can lead happy, healthy, holy lives. Jennie teaches life coaching concepts through the lens of Scripture, Church teachings...
2021-12-2317 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#7 My Life Is Full of Difficult PeopleDo you have a difficult person in your life? In today's podcast, I am going to share what makes someone difficult and how you can find peace in the relationship.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, within themselves, in their marriages and other important relationships so that they can lead happy, healthy, holy lives. Jennie teaches life coaching concepts through the lens of Scripture, Church teachings and the lives of the...
2021-12-1615 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#6 Our Lady of GuadalupeJuan Diego's encounter with Our Lady of Guadalupe changed the world. Even though the Blessed Mother appeared hundreds of years ago, there are three lessons that we can take to heart in our lives today. When God calls us to do something extraordinary in His Kingdom, He will give us the grace and strength that we need to walk in that calling.
About the Host
Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, within themselves, in t...
2021-12-0915 minCatholic Moms in the Middle#5 OverwhelmIn this episode of the Catholic Life Coach, learn what creates overwhelm in your life and strategies to help eliminate it. About the Host Jennie is the founder of the Catholic Life Coach Academy. The Academy is designed to equip and encourage Catholic women to create strong connections in their faith, within themselves, in their marriages and other important relationships so that they can lead happy, healthy, holy lives. Jennie teaches life coaching concepts through the lens of Scripture, Church teachings and the lives of the saints. The Academy offers group coaching and one-on-one coaching designed to help women...
2021-12-0210 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#4 Name That Feeling! In this podcast, I will share how emotions are a gift from God. We will explore how to recognize emotions, how to describe and be present with emotions, and observe what happens as you experience your emotions. An important question to ask is... Do your emotions lead you to vice or virtue?
Your emotions are created in your mind. They are dictated by your thoughts, your judgments, your opinions, your views and your outlook on the world. In the Catechism, Our Lord called man’s heart the source from which the passions(emotions) spring.
So, doesn...
2021-11-2511 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#3 Grateful For Fleas!In this episode we will examine why gratitude is so important. Does an attitude of gratitude come naturally for you? Do you find yourself being grateful for the good things in your life without being grateful for your struggles and difficulties? I will share the story of Corrie ten Boom and how she was grateful to God even in the worst of conditions. As a Catholic Life Coach, I will share the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual benefits of gratitude. You will understand why gratitude for all things is an important daily practice.
About the Ho...
2021-11-1811 min
Catholic Moms in the Middle#1 IntroductionWelcome to the Catholic Life Coach with Jennie Guinn. My hope is to create lots of light bulb moments for you in this podcast to encourage and equip you to live a happy, healthy, holy life. The weekly podcasts will help you gain an awareness of how your thoughts and emotions create the life you live. I am here to share with you that you are the expert in your life. You have an abundance of wisdom when you combine life coaching skills with the truth of the faith. I will release a new podcast each Thursday. The podcast w...
2021-11-1504 min