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The Endow Podcast153. Farewell from Simone: Endow 2.0On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth from 2019-2023, bids farewell as host of The Endow Podcast.2024-01-2307 minThe Endow Podcast149. The Little Way: St. Therese of Lisieux Study Series Week 7Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke and Claire Dwyer from the Avila Institute to discuss Chapter 7 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Learn more about this special podcast series: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/fall-2023-st-therese-of-lisieux/Support the Endow PodcastWhat’s on your mind and heart? L...2023-11-1237 minThe Endow Podcast148. The Science of Love: St. Therese of Lisieux Study Series Week 6Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke and Claire Dwyer from the Avila Institute to discuss Chapter 6 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Learn more about this special podcast series: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/fall-2023-st-therese-of-lisieux/Support the Endow PodcastWhat’s on your mind and heart...2023-11-0535 minThe Endow Podcast147. Entering the Cloister: St. Therese of Lisieux Study Series Week 5Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke and Claire Dwyer from the Avila Institute to discuss Chapter 5 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Learn more about this special podcast series: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/fall-2023-st-therese-of-lisieux/Support the Endow PodcastWhat’s on your mind and heart? L...2023-10-2934 minThe Endow Podcast146. The Pilgrimage to Rome: St. Therese of Lisieux Study Series Week 4Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke and Claire Dwyer from the Avila Institute to discuss Chapter 4 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Learn more about this special podcast series: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/fall-2023-st-therese-of-lisieux/Support the Endow PodcastWhat’s on your mind and heart? L...2023-10-2226 minThe Endow Podcast145. The Christmas Conversion: St. Therese of Lisieux Study Series Week 3Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke and Claire Dwyer from the Avila Institute to discuss Chapter 3 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Learn more about this special podcast series: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/fall-2023-st-therese-of-lisieux/Support the Endow PodcastWhat’s on your mind and heart? L...2023-10-1528 minThe Endow Podcast144. Rehabilitating Therese: St. Therese of Lisieux Study Series Week 2Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke and Claire Dwyer from the Avila Institute to discuss Chapter 2 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Learn more about this special podcast series: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/fall-2023-st-therese-of-lisieux/Support the Endow PodcastWhat’s on your mind and heart...2023-10-0832 minThe Endow Podcast143. The Greatest Saint of Our Time: St. Therese of Lisieux Study Series Week 1Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke and Claire Dwyer from the Avila Institute to discuss Chapter 1 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Thérèse of Lisieux. Learn more about this special podcast series: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/fall-2023-st-therese-of-lisieux/ Support the Endow PodcastWhat’s on your mind and heart...2023-10-0139 minThe Endow PodcastWhy Study St. Therese: A Conversation with the Endow Study Author Heather King [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in April 2023. Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Heather King on why St. Therese of Lisieux, the subject of Endow's forthcoming study guide, is worth studying. St. Pius X called her the "greatest saint of modern times." Heather is an ex-lawyer, a sober alcoholic of 33...2023-09-1232 minThe Endow PodcastWhy Men Should Read Mulieris Dignitatem (On the Dignity of Women):A Conversation with Bill Marcotte [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in January 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Bill Marcotte on how reading John Paul II's document on the nature and dignity of women transformed his life and marriage.Nota bene: Math types typically don't go into theological studies. Mulieris Dignitatem was written 33, not 22 years ago. Meae culpae. (Plural for "Me...2023-08-1923 minThe Endow Podcast141. Gossip & Prophecy: A Conversation with Annette & JonnaWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, invites Annette Bergeon to interview her and Jonna Schuster from Catholic Revival Ministries on the vice of Gossip and the gift of Prophecy. Annette Bergeon is the CEO of Endow. She is a cradle Catholic who was born and raised in Ohio. She earned engineering degrees from Purdue University and the University of Michigan, and an MBA in...2023-08-0850 minThe Endow PodcastAudio Chapter 1 of Humanae Vitae [REBROADCAST]Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, reads Chapter 1 from the Endow Study Guide on Pope Paul VI's encyclical Of Human Life (Humanae Vitae).The key message of this document is understanding the inseparable dependency of authentic love and truth in human relationships. This is Pope Paul VI’s long-awaited and controversial encyclical explaining the beauty of marriage and the sanctity of human life wi...2023-07-2534 minThe Endow Podcast140. Daring to Believe in Beauty Part II: A Conversation with Art Historian Liz LevWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Liz Lev on her personal vocation as an art historian as they discuss Pope Benedict's writings on art, faith, and beauty. Elizabeth Lev is a transplanted US art historian with degrees from University of Chicago and University of Bologna. She has been working as a guide in Rome for over 20 years and teaches at Duquesne University’s I...2023-07-0442 minThe Endow PodcastAudio Chapter 1 of Letter to Women Study Guide [Rebroadcast]Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, reads Chapter 1 of the Endow Study Guide on John Paul II’s Letter to Women.In 1995, John Paul II wrote a letter to all women of the world! In it, he discusses the feminine genius and the essential role women play in all areas of life. To download Chapter 1 for free, click here: https://endow-groups.myshopify.com/coll...2023-06-2924 minThe Endow Podcast140. How do I start an Endow Group?Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth and Laura Zambrana, Director of Content, outline the four main steps to getting started in planning your Endow Group! The Four Steps: https://www.endowgroups.org/getting-started/considering-or-hosting-a-new-endow-group/Study Guide Planning Pages: https://www.endowgroups.org/store/adult-study-guides/Need mentorship? Email info@endowgroups.orgSupport the Endow PodcastWhat’s o...2023-06-2318 minThe Endow Podcast139. Into the Breach with Ryan AyalaWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Ryan Ayala on Bishop Olmsted's Apostolic Exhortation to Catholic men and how this document can be read and studied by not only adult men, but by high school teenage boys while the girls participate in our high school Endow studies.Link to the Apostolic Exhortation: https://dphx.org/into-the-breach/ Link to the series on F...2023-06-0631 minThe Endow Podcast138. College girls & Letter to WomenWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth and Laura Zambrana, Director of Content, encourage parents to encourage their daughters to start an Endow Group on their college campus.Click here to learn more about having your daughter host this study or to purchase a copy.The Letter Every Woman Should Read from The Catholic Answers blog. S...2023-05-2317 minThe Endow Podcast137. Of the Eastern Churches (Orientalium Ecclesiarum): A Conversation with Nicole Delaney, JCLWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Nicole Delaney, JCL on Vatican II's decree on the Catholic Churches of the Eastern Rite. They discuss the richness of the Church's legal system, the diversity and unity of the 24 Catholic Churches, and why this short decree should be read and lived by lay people. Link to the Vatican document: https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_c...2023-05-0942 minThe Endow Podcast135. Why Study St. Therese: A Conversation with the Endow Study Author Heather KingWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Heather King on why St. Therese of Lisieux, the subject of Endow's forthcoming study guide, is worth studying. St. Pius X called her the "greatest saint of modern times." Heather is an ex-lawyer, a sober alcoholic of 33 years, a Catholic convert, and a lover of books, film, and art. She is an award-winning author, co...2023-04-1132 minThe Endow PodcastSpiritual Marriage: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 7 (Mansion 7) [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in April 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 9 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide visit: htt...2023-04-0658 minThe Endow PodcastOn the Christian Meaning of Suffering (Salvifici Doloris): A Conversation with Anna Heschmeyer [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in October 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Anna Heschmeyer on how John Paul II's Apostolic Letter on suffering was an experience of transformation and healing and what kept her in the Catholic Church. Anna Heschmeyer is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Missouri and Kansas. Anna grew up in...2023-04-0438 minThe Endow PodcastDesire and The Dark Night: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 6 (Mansion 6) [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in April 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 8 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide visit: https...2023-03-3040 minThe Endow PodcastBeyond Your Wildest Dreams: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 5 (Mansion 5) [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in March 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 7 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila which treats the fifth mansion.To view the episode and reading schedule as well as pu...2023-03-2336 minThe Endow PodcastSupernatural Living: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 4 (Mansions 3 and 4) [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in March 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 6 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila which treats the third and fourth mansions. To view the episode and reading schedule as wel...2023-03-1638 minThe Endow PodcastYour Soul is an Interior Castle: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 3 (Mansions 1 and 2) [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in March 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 5 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila which treats the first and second mansions. To view the episode and reading schedule as wel...2023-03-0931 minThe Endow PodcastMake Your Choice: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 2 [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in March 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapters 3-4 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide vis...2023-03-0240 minThe Endow PodcastRecalibrate Your Life: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 1 [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in March 2022.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapters 1-2 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide vis...2023-02-2347 minThe Endow PodcastLent 2021 and Spiritual Warfare: A Conversation with Fr. Dwight Longenecker [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in February 2021.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Father Dwight Longenecker on the nature of evil, spiritual warfare, and feisty feminism! Father was brought up in an Evangelical home in Pennsylvania. After graduating from the fundamentalist Bob Jones University with a degree in Speech and English, he went to study the...2023-02-2133 minThe Endow Podcast133. Special Edition: Interview with a Former Trans "Woman"Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews "Chris" on his conversion to the Catholic Faith which eventually led him out of his life in the trans community. Chris' bio, due to cancel culture, must remain anonymous for the present. However, for those who are accompanying people who struggle with either gender dysphoria or have caught this particular brand of social contagion, Chris is a...2023-02-061h 20The Endow Podcast129. Why Study Church Documents? Simone & Laura DiscussWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth and Laura Zambrana, Director of Content, discuss the value of studying documents of the Catholic Church. Endow's Curriculum Pathway: https://www.endowgroups.org/resources/curriculum-pathway/ Join us for our monthly Why We Endow events: https://www.endowgroups.org/upcoming-events/Host a group: https://www.endowgroups.org/getting-started/considering-or-hosting-a-new-endow-group/Join a group: https://docs.go...2023-01-1712 minThe Endow Podcast128. Why We "Endow": Simone & Laura ExplainWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth and Laura Zambrana, Director of Content, discuss the value of educating on the nature and dignity of women, Endow's mission, vision, approach, and goals. Why Endow, Our Method, and Goals: https://www.endowgroups.org/why-endow/Join us for our monthly Why We Endow events: https://www.endowgroups.org/upcoming-events/Host a group: https://ww...2023-01-1013 minThe Endow PodcastThe Four Cardinal Virtues: Annette interviews Simone! [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in August 2021.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, invites Annette Bergeon, Executive Director, to interview her on the four cardinal virtues, the four human powers they perfect, and how to become a virtuous person!Annette is a cradle Catholic who was born and raised in Ohio. She earned engineering degrees from Purdue University and...2023-01-0337 minThe Endow Podcast127. Conclusion: Mother of the Redeemer (Redemptoris Mater): Advent Series Week 5 (Merry Christmas!)Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 51-52 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily Reading Guide here: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/advent-2022-podcast-study-series/...2022-12-2510 minThe Endow Podcast126. Maternal Mediation: Mother of the Redeemer (Redemptoris Mater): Advent Series Week 4Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 25-37 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. Par. 25-37 are covered in Chapter 6 of the Endow Study Guide.You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily R...2022-12-1835 minThe Endow Podcast125. The Mother of God at the Center of the Pilgrim Church: Mother of the Redeemer (Redemptoris Mater): Advent Series Week 3Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 25-37 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. Par. 25-37 are covered in Chapter 6 of the Endow Study Guide.You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily R...2022-12-1232 minThe Endow Podcast124. Mary in the Mystery of Christ: Mother of the Redeemer (Redemptoris Mater) Advent Series Week 2Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 7-24 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. Par. 7-24 are covered in Chapters 2-5 of the Endow Study Guide.You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the D...2022-12-0433 minThe Endow Podcast123. Introduction: Mother of the Redeemer (Redemptoris Mater) Advent Series Week 1Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Father Paul Check, to discuss Par. 1-6 of Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical Mother of the Redeemer. Par. 1-6 are covered in Chapter 1 of the Endow Study Guide.You can read the document here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031987_redemptoris-mater.htmlDownload the Daily R...2022-11-2729 minThe Endow Podcast121. Zillenials & JPII's Letter to Women: A Conversation with Kelley SchornWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Kelley Schorn on her experience of encountering Letter to Women for the first time and how to survive and thrive in a post--post-Christian culture. Learn more about studying Letter to Women with Endow or bringing it to college campuses: https://www.endowgroups.org/study-guide-letter-to-women/Kelley Schorn is a 26 year old Architectural Designer based out o...2022-10-2533 minThe Endow Podcast120. On the Christian Meaning of Suffering (Salvifici Doloris): A Conversation with Anna HeschmeyerWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Anna Heschmeyer on how John Paul II's Apostolic Letter on suffering was an experience of transformation and healing and what kept her in the Catholic Church. Anna Heschmeyer is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Missouri and Kansas. Anna grew up in Southern California and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Thomas Aquinas College a...2022-10-1138 minThe Endow Podcast119. Made For Greater: A Conversation with Sister Marie Andre, OCDWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Sister Marie Andre on Archbishop Jose Gomez's pastoral letter "For Greater Things You Were Born" which is a quotation from Mother Luisita, founder of the Carmelites of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles. You can read Archbishop's letter "For Greater Things You Were Born" by visiting: https://archbishopgomez.org/blog/for-greater-things-you-were-bornSister Marie A...2022-09-2735 minThe Endow Podcast118. The Rule of the Pastor (Regula Pastoralis): A Conversation with Rebecca WraithWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Rebecca Wraith on a 6th century document by Pope St. Gregory the Great! The document is a "Benedictine Rule" of sorts for bishops and priests. Rebecca proposes that the Holy Father's counsel can and should be understood by the laity since in modern times lay people are pastoring and evangelizing side by side with clerics. There is a...2022-09-0632 minThe Endow Podcast117. In Our Time (Nostra Aetate): A Conversation with Montse AlvaradoWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Montse Alvarado on Vatican II's shortest document on the relation of the Church to Non-Christian Religions. Montse joined the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty in 2009 and was named VP & Executive Director in February 2017. With a background in public policy and campaigns, she has led initiatives at Becket in development, communications, strategy and operations that have helped s...2022-08-2340 minThe Endow PodcastThe Power of Friendship & St. Maximilian Kolbe: A conversation with Joshua Stancil, former prisoner for 18 years! [REBROADCAST]Editor's Note: This is a re-broadcast. It was originally published in August 2020. Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Joshua Stancil a former prisoner for 18 years in a North Carolina correctional facility who through unexpected friendships, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and the grace of God found freedom, life and faith. Thanks for listening!To find out more about Joshua and his story, check...2022-08-1446 minThe Endow Podcast115. Simone interviews Fr. Steve on Endow: Share this with your priest friends!Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Fr. Steve Akers on his experience of bringing Endow to his parish. Share this interview with your pastor so he can learn about Endow and how he can support the women in his parish through this powerful apostolate! Learn more about Endow & Reclaiming Time for study and friendship: https://www.endowgroups.org/getting-started/Fr. S...2022-08-0231 minThe Endow Podcast114. Audio Chapter 1 of Humanae VitaeWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, reads Chapter 1 from the Endow Study Guide on Pope Paul VI's encyclical Of Human Life (Humanae Vitae).The key message of this document is understanding the inseparable dependency of authentic love and truth in human relationships. This is Pope Paul VI’s long-awaited and controversial encyclical explaining the beauty of marriage and the sanctity of human life within th...2022-07-2534 minThe Endow Podcast113. Joy and Hope (Gaudium et Spes): A Conversation with Dr. Larry Chapp and Father Daniel O'MullaneWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Dr. Larry Chapp and Fr. Daniel O' Mullane on one of Vatican II's most important documents and the missionary role of women in engaging the modern world. Dr. Larry ChappDr. Larry Chapp is a retired professor of theology. He taught for twenty years at DeSales University near Allentown, Pennsylvania. In 2013 he and his...2022-07-121h 09The Endow Podcast112. The Lord Jesus (Dominus Iesus): A Conversation with Jim SchusterWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Jim Schuster on the magisterial document which discusses the unicity and salvific universality of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. Link to the document: https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_20000806_dominus-iesus_en.html Jim Schuster has a decade of experience working in full-time parish ministry, and is pa...2022-06-2151 minThe Endow Podcast111. Not Just About Survival (Mulieris Dignitatem revisited): A Conversation with Danielle BrownWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Danielle Brown on how John Paul II's writings helps us take our hearts, emotions, and happiness seriously. Danielle M. Brown is Associate Director of the ad hoc Committee Against Racism at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. There, amongst other duties, she speaks to dioceses, apostolates, and pastoral associations on various topics related to the C...2022-06-0729 minThe Endow Podcast106. The Endow High School Studies: A Conversation with the author Teresa HodginsWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Teresa Hodgins on the content, method and evangelical value of facilitating Endow's newly released high school study guides! To download sample chapter 1s, please visit: https://www.endowgroups.org/study-guides-for-youth/ Teresa Hodgins calls Indianapolis, Indiana home base for many adventures with her husband and four children. In her spare time, she serves as a ho...2022-04-2632 minThe Endow Podcast105. Wondering where to go from here with St. Teresa of Avila?Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Annette Bergeon, Executive Director, to encourage podcast listeners to host a real life Endow Study post Lent with St. Teresa! If you'd like to start hosting we would like to offer you a FREE Leader's Guide. Simply use the discount code "futurehostcomp" when you purchase: https://www.endowgroups.org/products/leadership-guide/Support t...2022-04-1915 minThe Endow Podcast104. Spiritual Marriage: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 7 (Mansion 7)Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 9 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide visit: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/lent-2022-study-series/ Need a spiritual director? ww...2022-04-1258 minThe Endow Podcast103. Desire and The Dark Night: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 6 (Mansion 6)Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 8 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide visit: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/lent-2022-study-series/ 40 Days to Peace & Union with God...2022-04-0540 minThe Endow Podcast102. Beyond Your Wildest Dreams: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 5 (Mansion 5)Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 7 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila which treats the fifth mansion.To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide visit: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/lent-2022-study-series/ 40 D...2022-03-2936 minThe Endow Podcast101. Supernatural Living: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 4 (Mansions 3 and 4)Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 6 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila which treats the third and fourth mansions. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide visit: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/lent-2022-study-series/ ...2022-03-2238 minThe Endow PodcastThe Feminine Genius in Ireland: A Conversation with Catherine McMahon [Rebroadcast]Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Catherine McMahon on Irish Catholicism, the Feminine Genius, and the intellectual life.Catherine lives in Ireland where she manages various initiatives in which the spiritual formation is entrusted to the Opus Dei Prelature. Among them, are “Beloved” and “Hearts + Minds” that both reach out to women with the aim to uplift, inspire, and build community across Ireland...2022-03-1744 minThe Endow Podcast100. Your Soul is an Interior Castle: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 3 (Mansions 1 and 2)Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapter 5 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila which treats the first and second mansions. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide visit: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/lent-2022-study-series/ ...2022-03-1531 minThe Endow Podcast99. Make Your Choice: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 2Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapters 3-4 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila. To view the episode and reading schedule as well as purchase the study guide visit: https://www.endowgroups.org/the-endow-podcast/lent-2022-study-series/ 40 Days to Peace & Union wi...2022-03-0840 minThe Endow Podcast98. Recalibrate Your Life: St. Teresa of Avila Lent Series Week 1Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute and Christine Rich from Archetype Group to discuss Chapters 1-2 from the Endow Study Guide on St. Teresa of Avila. Use The Discount Code "AVILALENT2022" To Receive $10 Off The Teacher Of Prayer Study Guide From The Feast Of The Epiphany (Jan. 6) Until "Quadragesima" – The First Sunday Of Len...2022-03-0147 minThe Endow Podcast96. On the Collaboration of Men and Women: A Conversation with Samantha PovlockWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Samantha Povlock on the magisterial document and how the value of reading church documents on women can foster authentic dialogue and as well as healing between men and women. Link to the magisterial document On the Collaboration of Men and Women in the Church and in the World: https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/d...2022-02-1521 minThe Endow Podcast95. The Risk of Education: A Conversation with Emilia ChornayWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Emilia Chornay on how encountering the writings and charism of Father Luigi Giussani transformed her vocation to teaching and mentoring. Link to the book The Risk of Education: Discovering Our Ultimate Destiny: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MJTY2M4/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Emilia Chornay serves as the national manager of Seton T...2022-02-0142 minThe Endow PodcastJoin the St. Teresa of Avila Lent 2022 Study Series!Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.Please join us for the Lent 2022 Podcast Study Series On St. Teresa Of Avila | Teacher Of Prayer! In this seven week series, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Christine Rich and Stephanie Burke from the Avila Institute to discuss the life and spirituality of this famous 16th century Spanish nun who became first female doctor of the Church! We are so...2022-01-2503 minThe Endow Podcast94. The Joy of the Gospel (Evangelii Gaudium): A Conversation with Louis BrownWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Louis Brown on healing, evangelizing, and getting outside your comfort zone. Louis Brown received an undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and a Juris Doctorate from Howard University School of Law. After law school, he first worked as a private practice attorney for a firm where he practiced labor law and commercial litigation including representing, second...2022-01-1831 minThe Endow Podcast93. Why Men Should Read Mulieris Dignitatem (On the Dignity of Women):A Conversation with Bill MarcotteWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Bill Marcotte on how reading John Paul II's document on the nature and dignity of women transformed his life and marriage. Nota bene: Math types typically don't go into theological studies. Mulieris Dignitatem was written 33, not 22 years ago. Meae culpae. (Plural for "Mea culpa" in Latin meaning)Bill is the Assistant Director of the...2022-01-0423 minThe Endow Podcast88. God is Love (Deus Caritas Est) Audio PrologueWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, reads the Prologue of the Endow Study Guide on Deus Caritas Est (God is Love). On December 25, 2005, Pope Benedict XVI released his first encyclical making the theme of love the touchstone for his entire pontificate. Please visit our study guide page by clicking here: https://www.endowgroups.org/study-guide-god-is-love-deus-caritas-est/ Join our Advent 2021 Study Series: http://www.e...2021-11-1614 minThe Endow Podcast86. Catholic Social Teaching Endow Study Audio Chapter 1Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, reads Chapter 1 of the Endow Study Guide on Catholic Social Teaching. Please visit our study guide page by clicking here: https://www.endowgroups.org/study-guide-catholic-social-teaching/ Support the Endow PodcastWhat’s on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!2021-11-0224 minThe Endow Podcast83. The Feminine Genius in The Little Sisters of the Poor: A Conversation with Sr. Joseph Marie CruzWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Sr. Joseph Marie Cruz on her vocation story, the unique charism of the Little Sisters of the Poor, and the gift of poverty.Sister Joseph Marie Cruz, is a Little Sister of the Poor, an international congregation of Roman Catholic women religious founded in 1839 by Saint...2021-10-1225 minThe Endow Podcast78. The Vice of Sloth: Laura interviews Simone!Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, invites Laura Zambrana, Director of Content, to interview her on the deadly vice contrary to leisure which is acedia (sloth). This conversation is a continuation of last week's interview.Laura Zambrana, MDiv, is the Director of Content for Endow. As Director of Content, Laura brings our new studies to life through editing and overseeing the design and printing process...2021-09-1429 minThe Endow Podcast77. The Virtue of Leisure: Laura interviews Simone!Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, invites Laura Zambrana, Director of Content, to interview her on leisure in the life of the Christian.Laura Zambrana, MDiv, is the Director of Content for Endow. As Director of Content, Laura brings our new studies to life through editing and overseeing the design and printing process. She has been an Endow host since 2010 and has led several Endow...2021-09-0741 minThe Endow Podcast75. The Four Cardinal Virtues: Annette interviews Simone!Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, invites Annette Bergeon, Executive Director, to interview her on the four cardinal virtues, the four human powers they perfect, and how to become a virtuous person!Annette is a cradle Catholic who was born and raised in Ohio. She earned engineering degrees from Purdue University and the University of Michigan, and an MBA in Finance and Operations Management from t...2021-08-2437 minThe Endow Podcast49. The Feminine Genius in Ireland: A Conversation with Catherine McMahonWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Catherine McMahon on Irish Catholicism, the Feminine Genius, and the intellectual life.Catherine lives in Ireland where she manages various initiatives in which the spiritual formation is entrusted to the Opus Dei Prelature. Among them, are “Beloved” and “Hearts + Minds” that both reach out to women with the aim to uplift, inspire, and build community across Ireland. She also co-h...2021-03-0244 minThe Endow Podcast47. Wounded Healers: A Conversation with Jeannie EwingWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Jeannie Ewing on suffering, grief, and loss. Jeannie Ewing is a Catholic spirituality writer who focuses on helping women grieve their losses. Her books include From Grief to Grace: The Journey From Tragedy to Triumph, For Those Who Grieve, and Waiting with Purpose. Connect with Jeannie on Instagram, Facebook, and her website https://jeannieewing.comWhat’s on your m...2021-02-2330 minThe Endow Podcast46. Salvifici Doloris Endow Study Audio Chapter 1Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, reads Chapter 1 of the Endow Study Guide on John Paul II’s On The Christian Meaning of Suffering.In 1984, John Paul II wrote an Apostolic Letter for the Year of Redemption on the relationship between the suffering of Jesus and our own personal sufferings.To download Chapter 1 for free, click here: https://endow-groups.myshopify.com/collections/free-downloads/pro...2021-02-1632 minThe Endow Podcast45. Lent 2021 and Spiritual Warfare: A Conversation with Fr. Dwight LongeneckerWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Father Dwight Longenecker on the nature of evil, spiritual warfare, and feisty feminism!Father was brought up in an Evangelical home in Pennsylvania. After graduating from the fundamentalist Bob Jones University with a degree in Speech and English, he went to study theology at Oxford University. Eventually, he was ordained as an Anglican priest and served as a c...2021-02-0933 minThe Endow Podcast44. Personalism, Existentialism, Phenomenology...oh my! And LOVE.Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Dr. Maria Fedoryka on philosophy and also on the philosophy of love! (And why feelings are central, actually.)Love explains everything about everything. ~Dr. Maria FedorykaDr. Maria Fedoryka is associate professor of philosophy and Chair of the department at Ave Maria University in Naples, FL. For the last several years she has studied, t...2021-02-0238 minThe Endow Podcast43. Bonus Episode: Interview with Fr. Donald Calloway on the Year of St. Joseph!Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Fr. Donald Calloway on the Year of St. Joseph and the inspiration behind writing the 33 Day Consecration to St. Joseph! The interview ends with Father interceding for Endow women and putting us under the cloak of St. Joseph.Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, a convert to Catholicism, is a member of the Congregation of Marian Fathers of t...2021-01-2818 minThe Endow Podcast42. More Than Just a Study: A Conversation with Annette Bergeon, Executive Director of EndowWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Annette Bergeon on the difference Endow has made in her life before becoming Executive Director!Annette is a cradle Catholic who was born and raised in Ohio. She earned engineering degrees from Purdue University and the University of Michigan, and an MBA in Finance and Operations Management from the Wharton School of Business at the University...2021-01-2627 minThe Endow Podcast41. Lumen Gentium Endow Study Audio Chapter 1Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, reads Chapter 1 of the Endow Study Guide on Lumen Gentium (Light of the Nations) The Dogmatic Constitution on the Church from Vatican IIIn 1964, Pope Paul VI promulgated this document to explain the intent and vision for Vatican II. It is the “key to the entire Council’s thought.” (John Paul II)To download Chapter 1 for fr...2021-01-1945 minThe Endow Podcast40. The Lay Vocation: A Conversation with Fr. Andrew MattinglyWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Fr. Andrew Mattingly on the lay apostolate. Fr. Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. Currently, he is associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Kansas City, Missouri while also serving as diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry. Thanks for listening!More about Fr. Andrew Mattingly can be fo...2021-01-1249 minThe Endow Podcast39. Big Dreams for 2021: A Conversation with Rachel Harkins Ullmann from the Given InstituteWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Rachel Harkins Ullmann on personal vocation, mentorship, and the feminine genius! Prior to joining GIVEN, Rachel worked in the Archdiocese of Baltimore for over twelve years supporting parishes and schools with their advancement efforts. Rachel has also taught theology courses in Catholic schools and served as Campus Minister at Mount de Sales Academy under the leadership of the Dominican Sisters...2021-01-0540 minThe Endow Podcast38. Letter to Women Endow Study Audio Chapter 1Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, reads Chapter 1 of the Endow Study Guide on John Paul II’s Letter to Women.In 1995, John Paul II wrote a letter to all women of the world! In it, he discusses the feminine genius and the essential role women play in all areas of life. To download Chapter 1 for free, click here: https://endow-groups.myshopify.com/coll...2020-12-2924 minThe Endow Podcast36. What It Means to be a Christian Part 3: Above All: LoveWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode we wrap the third part of our Advent book study on "What It Means to be a Christian" by Joseph Ratzinger. Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Christina Dehan Jaloway who is a wife, mother of two, and considers herself tied with Simone as Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s biggest fan. Today they discuss the question “Is love is enough?” and the Law of Superab...2020-12-2230 minThe Endow Podcast35. What It Means to be a Christian Part 2: Faith as ServiceWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode we continue the second part of our Advent book study on "What It Means to be a Christian" by Joseph Ratzinger. Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Christina Dehan Jaloway who is a wife, mother of two, and considers herself tied with Simone as Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s biggest fan. Today they discuss the “real substance of Christianity that goes beyond mere moralism.” (Page 47...2020-12-1526 minThe Endow Podcast34. “Life is Worth Living:” A Conversation with Allan SmithWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Allan Smith, “the Fulton Sheen guy”on Bishop Sheen and women to celebrate his death anniversary. Links: https://www.bishopsheentoday.comWhat’s on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgro...2020-12-0834 minThe Endow Podcast33. What It Means to be a Christian Part 1: Are We Saved? Job Talks with GodWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode we begin our 3 week Advent book study on "What It Means to be a Christian" by Joseph Ratzinger. Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, is joined by Christina Dehan Jaloway who is a wife, mother of two, and considers herself tied with Simone as Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s biggest fan. Today they discuss how Advent is not just a remembrance of the past but the present rea...2020-12-0142 minThe Endow Podcast32. The Feminine Genius in the Early Church: A Conversation with Mike AquilinaWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Mike Aquilina on the difference Christ made for women in the early Church, in the Roman Empire, and in the world. Mike Aquilina is the award-winning author of more than fifty books on Catholic history, doctrine, and devotion. His works have been translated into many languages. He has hosted eleven television series and several documentary films and is a frequent gu...2020-11-2434 minThe Endow Podcast31. "Daring to believe in beauty": A Conversation with Award-winning novelist Suzanne M. WolfeWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Suzanne M. Wolfe on her personal vocation as a writer who is Catholic (and why she isn't a "Catholic writer"), literature, and the nature of beauty. Suzanne M. Wolfe grew up in Manchester, England and read English Literature at Oxford University, where she co-founded the Oxford C.S. Lewis Society. She served as Writer in Residence at Seattle Pacific University...2020-11-1733 minThe Endow Podcast30. It's Okay to be Angry at God: A Conversation with Adam Young, LCSWWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Adam Young on the drama of your story, the call to judge, and how to avoid "editing" your anger, irritation and disappointments in prayer. Adam Young's approach to therapy has been shaped primarily by Dan Allender, John Eldredge, Daniel Siegel, Allan Schore, Pat Ogden, and Bessel van der Kolk. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with Master degrees...2020-11-1050 minThe Endow Podcast29. How to Get a Personal Relationship with Jesus Christ: A Conversation with Deacon Keith StrohmWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Deacon Keith Strohm, on evangelization, identity, mission, parish renewal and the Father's love. Deacon Keith Strohm is the former Director of the Office for the New Evangelization and a deacon for the Archdiocese of Chicago. Deacon Keith has extensive experience in creating and sustaining processes and programs of evangelization and formation at the group, parish and diocesan level t...2020-11-0354 minThe Endow Podcast28. How to P.R.A.Y. the Bible: A Conversation with Fr. Francois Beyrouti, PhDWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Fr. Francois Beyrouti, a priest of the Melkite tradition (Greek Catholic) on how to read the Bible in an academic and practical way. They also briefly discuss Eastern Rite Catholic Churches in the beginning of the interview. Father François E. Beyrouti, Ph.D./D.Th., was ordained on October 4, 1998. He has focused on building up pastoral programs an...2020-10-2747 min
The Endow Podcast26. An Interview with Jennifer Baugh, from Young Catholic Professionals (YCP)Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Jennifer Baugh, Founder and Executive Director of Young Catholic Professionals (YCP) on being a Catholic in the workplace, a female professional, and the importance of mentorship in integrating faith and life. Thanks for listening!Links on topics discussed on today's episode: https://www.amazon.com/Consecration-St-Joseph-Wonders-Spiritual/dp/1596144319www.ycpconference.orghttps://www.youngcatholicprofessionals.org/cpages...2020-10-1331 min
The Endow Podcast24. "The Chief Battleground of the Mind;" among other things...! A conversation with Msgr. Charles PopeWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Msgr. Charles Pope on shared grief during these difficult times, the connection between faith and science, and the "chief battleground of the mind" and encourages Endow women to continue to cultivate the intellectual life. Msgr. Pope is currently a pastor in the Archdiocese of Washington, DC, at St. Cyprian parish. He immensely enjoys his work as a diocesan priest, a...2020-09-2938 minThe Endow Podcast22. "It's Your Turn, Lead!" Catholics in Civil Society: A conversation with Cristofer PereyraWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Cristofer Pereyra, CEO of Tepeyac Leadership Initiative. Simone and Cristofer discuss the importance of living your Catholic identity in the public square and how the formation, community, and mentorship TLI offers can help Endow women who are working professionals in every field. Applications for Spring 2021 open next month in October 2020. The Tepeyac Leadership Initiative is a 5-month leadership p...2020-09-2324 minThe Endow Podcast21. Healing & Female Porn Addiction: A conversation with Michelle Huntley, LAMFT** sensitive subject in this episode of the podcast**Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Michelle Huntley, a Marriage and Family Therapist and expert on sex and pornography addiction, on the nature of addiction and what Endow women can do to accompany, educate and help remove the stigma of shame for those who struggle. Thanks for listening!Resources on today's topic can be...2020-09-1530 minThe Endow Podcast17. You have a PERSONAL vocation: A conversation with David ClaytonWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah interviews David Clayton on how women can discern their personal vocation using the method outlined in his book "The Vision For You" and other opportunities for Endow women through Pontifex University. Thanks for listening!To learn more about Pontifex University: https://www.pontifex.universityTo purchase David's newest book: https://www.amazon.com/Vision-You-Discover-Life-Were/dp/1980665230What’s...2020-09-0131 minThe Endow Podcast15. Are you an educator? Pray this Litany of FortitudeWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this bonus episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, and a former high school teacher, gives encouragement to our Endow educators and prays a Litany of Fortitude she wrote for herself during her teaching days and now offers it to you!Link to the Litany: https://churchpop.com/2018/12/12/are-you-a-teacher-try-this-litany-of-fortitude-asking-for-strength-through-the-school-day/ What’s on your mind and heart? Let our host Simone Rizkallah know by con...2020-08-2705 minThe Endow Podcast14. The importance of studying Philosophy and Theology: A conversation with Nicole RizkallahWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone asks her introverted sister to converse with her about the importance of studying philosophy and theology and why there's nothing more practical than doing so! Thanks for listening!What’s on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at ww...2020-08-2536 minThe Endow Podcast13. 260 Million: "The Blood of the Martyrs is the seed of the Church;" A Conversation with Gia ChaconWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Gia Chacon President & Founder of For the Martyrs which that seeks to raise awareness about the crisis of Christian Persecution, advocate for Religious Freedom, and provide aid to suffering Christians across the globe.In just two years, Christian persecution around the world has risen 20% to 260 million Christians. For Endow women located in the Southern California region, For the...2020-08-2125 minThe Endow Podcast11. The Power of Friendship & St. Maximilian Kolbe: A conversation with Joshua Stancil, former prisoner for 18 years!Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Joshua Stancil a former prisoner for 18 years in a North Carolina correctional facility who through unexpected friendships, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and the grace of God found freedom, life and faith. Thanks for listening!To find out more about Joshua and his story, check out : https://english.clonline.org/stories/encounters/2015/12/18/joshua-stancil-touched-by-mercyFor information about Dismas Ministry a...2020-08-1146 minThe Endow Podcast10. Praying with Art: A Conversation with Katarina Woltornist on Visio DivinaWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Katie Woltornist, Founder of Behold on Visio Divina and the "Contemplation of Femininity through Sacred Art." Thanks for listening!To learn more about Behold and Katie Woltornist, check out: https://www.beholdvisiodivina.com/What’s on your mind and heart? Let our host Simone Rizkallah know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social me...2020-08-0929 minThe Endow Podcast9. Christian Persecution in the Middle East: A conversation with Peter Burns from In Defense of ChristiansWelcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius. On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Peter Burns from In Defense of Christians as the first in a series of interviews about religious freedom and human rights violations. The conversation is specifically about Christian persecution in the Middle East and what pastoral and practical things Endow women can do to help. Thanks for listening!You can find more information on In...2020-08-0436 min