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Coffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #121- June 19, 2025: Miriam's StoryLauren and Stacy talk with special guest, Ryan. Ryan shares her journey with her daughter, Miriam, after hearing that Miriam had anencephaly at their 20 week prenatal appointment. Join us in listening to this beautiful story of grace and healing.
*Trigger warning: Infant loss
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In this episode, Annie and Stacy discuss the Sacrament of Baptism. We share practical ways we remember our and our loved ones’ baptisms.
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This episode, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy are joined by Kendra Tierney Norton from Catholic All Year as she shares with us her story about accompanying her late husband through his battle with cancer.
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Jim’s blog https://fortitudine.catholicallyear.com/
Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence: The Secret of Peace and Happiness
The Bearskinner Adapted by Laura Amy Schlitz
...2025-04-0344 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #118- March 5, 2025: Fasting with Guest Beth Bubik#118 Fasting with Guest Beth Bubik
As we begin Lent, we spoke with Beth Bubik about fasting. Jesus says to his disciples “when we fast” not “if.” Beth speaks on the spiritual and health aspects of fasting and how to incorporate it into our daily lives rather than just on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday.
Production note:
There was a technology issue and we lost about 10 seconds of recording. Beth had been talking about our metabolism and how things with food consumption have changed since the middle ages. Stacy recorded a short bridge between sections bu...2025-03-0536 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #117- February 24, 2025: Disconnecting from Technology = Reclaiming Time with God#117 Disconnecting from Technology = Reclaiming Time with God
Reclaiming Quiet by Sarah Clarkson
Digital Fast: 40 Days to Detox your Mind and Reclaim What Matters Most by Darren Whitehead
Magnify 90
Exodus 90
The Father’s Tale by Michael O’Brian
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In this episode, Lauren, Annie, and Stacy discuss the various Biblical names of God. They speak on which name God has spoken to them in throughout the past year and which name they hope to hear of God in the upcoming year.
The Father’s Tale by Michael O’Brian
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Resource discussed:
http://www.wordoftheyear.me/
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In this episode, we are joined by Myra Martinez who shares the story of her seven-year-old daughter Danielle who courageously battled leukemia. Myra speaks of the transformative power of suffering when united with faith.
You can find Myra’s book Danielle: A Story of Surrender and Trust at
https://www.amazon.com/Danielle-Surrender-Myra-J-Martinez/dp/B0CRFT61ZG
For more information about the Ecclesial Family and Gospel of Life Disciples+Dwellings: https://www.gospeloflifedisciples.org/
Fa...2024-12-0458 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #113- November 23, 2024: Judy Burke and Her Journey with Terminal Cancer#113 Judy Burke and her Journey with Terminal Cancer
In this episode, we speak with Judy Burke, a mother of 3 with terminal adenoid cystic carcinoma. Join us in this surprisingly joyful conversation about living while knowing you are dying. Multiple trigger warnings - death, cancer, molestation.
Judy’s IG: Judith_Means_Courage
GoFund Me for their family
Resources Mentioned:
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Blessed by Cancer IG
Sr. Miriam James’ and the JPII Healing Center
Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist Co...2024-11-231h 12Coffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #112- November 13, 2024: November A Month of Remembrance
#112 November A Month of Remembrance
In this episode, Annie, Alisha, and Stacy remember the souls in purgatory and discuss some upcoming episodes on loss, grief, and the peace of Christ.
The Art of Dying Well by St. Robert Bellarmine
Searching for and Maintaining Peace by Fr. Jacque Philippe
St. Gertrude Prayer:
Eternal Father, I offer You the most Precious Blood of Your Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinn...2024-11-1331 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #111- October 23, 2024: Patriotic Rosary#111 Patriotic Rosary for the United States of America
In this episode, we invite our listeners to pray along with us the patriotic rosary for the United States of America.
https://www.sfsparish.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/THE-PATRIOTIC-ROSARY-Handout-Version-PDF-1.pdf
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#110 Fall Saints That We Fall in Love With
In this episode, Stacy, Lauren, and Annie share about their Confirmation Saints and other Saints whose feast days are in Autumn and how they have pursued them over the years.
The Message of St. Therese of Lisieux by Mgr Vernon Johnson
Stigmata: The Miraculous Gift St. Francis Wanted to Hide
https://holyheroes.com/
https://www.catholicicing.com/
Tiny Saint’s JPII Charm
Looking to learn how to...2024-10-1638 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #109- September 25, 2024: The Idol of Perfection#109 The Idol of Perfection
In this episode, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy have a discussion about the struggles we see in holding ourself and others to perfectionism and combatting that with the peace of Christ.
John 6:70 “Jesus answered them, “Did I not choose you twelve? Yet is not one of you a devil?’”
Eph 2:14-17 “For he is our peace, he who made both one and broke down the dividing wall of enmity, through his flesh, abolishing the law with its commandments and legal claims, that he might create in himself one new person in place of...2024-09-2631 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #108- September 11, 2024: The Holy Name of Jesus (and some Bonus Material)#108 The Holy Name of Jesus
In this episode, Stacy, Alisha, and Annie discuss the custom of a head bow at Jesus’ name. Alisha also entertains us with some Catholic humor.
Resources Used and Discussed
https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/bowing-at-the-holy-names-13306
https://www.lincolndiocese.org/news/diocesan-news/11201-ask-the-register-should-i-bow-my-head
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Ep#107 Go Make Disciples
Annie, Alisha, and Stacy discuss dwindling RE and youth programs and ways we can educate ourselves to catechize our own children and others.
Resources Discussed
The Bible
formed.org
Catholic Sprouts
Merry Beggars
Saints Alive
Saint Chronicles
Retreats such as Lauren’s Merciful Mama Retreat
Catholic All Year
Hallow
Ascension
Catholic Answers
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2024-08-2830 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #106- August 14, 2024: Assumption AssumptionsEp #106 Assumption Assumptions
In celebration of the Assumption of Mary; Stacy, Alisha, and Annie quiz each other on the Assumption.
Immaculate Conception and the Holy Spirit: The Marian Teachings of St. Maximilian Kolbe by HM Manteau-Bonamy
Militia of the Immaculata
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We released our 1st episode on August 3, 2020. In the final episode of our 4th year, Annie, Stacy, Alisha, and Lauren reflect on their favorite moments of the past four years and how their friendships and families have grown.
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In this episode, Stacy, Lauren, and Annie discuss asking and accepting God’s help and our own struggles with allowing God into our daily grind.
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Reimagining the Ignatian Examen b...2024-07-1729 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #103- July 10, 2024: Creative PrayerEpisode #103 Creative Prayer
In this episode, Lauren, Alisha, Stacy, and Annie discuss various creative prayer practices and how focusing on the beauty around us brings us closer to God.
Local Prayer Artists mentioned:
https://created4christ.com/
https://marissaparsonsstudio.com/
https://darbyheard.com/
https://www.instagram.com/dainty_n_saintly?igsh=MjFndHFwczBqbW5h
Other Resources mentioned:
https://catholicallyear.com/
https://theologyofhome.com/
Marian Symbols
Life of Christ Lectio Divina Journal
...2024-07-1037 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #102- June 19, 2024: Lessons from Cana
Ep #102 Lessons from Cana
In this episode, Alisha, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy reflect on the Wedding at Cana and what God has revealed to us through this Gospel passage.
John 2: 1-12
Ascension Press: Mary's Choice at the Wedding Feast at Cana
Hallow Chapter 2: Cana
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Today, Alisha, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy celebrate the news that Carlo Acutis, a 15 year old young man from Italy who died in 2006 from leukemia, will be canonized as the first Millennial Saint after his 2nd miracle was recognized by Pope Francis on May 23, 2024. Join us as we discuss his life, how he has already impacted our families and lives, and what we can continue to learn through his example of holiness in today’s world.
Catholic Sprouts Stories of Holy Communions
Carlo Acutis’ Website: http://www.carloa...2024-06-0531 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #100- May 22, 2024: Crisis or Pruning?Welcome to our 100th Episode!
In this episode Lauren, Alisha, and Stacy discuss the state of the church today. We ask a big question; Is the Church in a state of crisis or in the process of being pruned? We don't claim to have the answers but we do share our stories and what is on our hearts. Come listen and share with us your thoughts.
Reference:
https://aleteia.org/2016/06/13/when-cardinal-joseph-ratzinger-predicted-the-future-of-the-church/
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In this week's episode Stacy and Lauren discuss traveling and pilgrimage possibilities. We could use the input of our listeners. If you have great traveling skills, ideas, deals, etc... we would love to hear them.
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#98 Yoga Extension- To Stretch or Not to Stretch? There is More to the Question
Today, Alisha, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy discuss the topic of yoga and our differing personal viewpoints.
Some articles for further reading:
https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_19891015_meditazione-cristiana_en.html
https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/pontifical_councils/interelg/documents/rc_pc_interelg_doc_20030203_new-age_en.html
https://www.catholic.com/qa/what-does-the-church-say-about-yoga
https://www.the...2024-04-2443 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #97- April 10, 2024: Snake Oil: Manifestation and Mindfulness with Special Guest Fr. Christopher Brashears
#97: Snake Oil: Manifestation and Mindfulness
Slippery Cultural Myths Masquerading as Truth
Today, we are joined again by Father Christopher Brashears from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Fr. Brashears is a parish priest, canon lawyer, and member of the Archdiocesan Tribunal. In this episode, we discuss cultural myths such as manifestation, mindfulness, and other New Age philosophies and the harmful effects they have on the soul.
Recommended Reading:
The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis https://a.co/d/4VYLnlx
The Interior Castle by St. Teresa...2024-04-1134 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #96- March 27, 2024: Come to the Wedding Feast: A Reflection & Take Away from the Oklahoma Catholic Women's Conference
#96 Come to the Wedding Feast: A Reflection & Take Away from the Oklahoma Catholic Women's Conference
In this episode, Stacy reflects on the 2024 Oklahoma Catholic Women’s Conference and what really has stayed with her from the conference.
https://okcatholicwomen.com/
Very Rev. Chris Alar, MIC
Sr. Mary Bethany, OP
Jackie Francois Angel
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#95: Reflections on the Feminine Genius
In this episode, Lauren, Annie, Stacy, and Alisha share our reflections on the previous interview with Fr. Christopher Brashears on JPII’s Feminine Genius and our own insights about how the characteristics of receptivity, maternity, sensitivity, and generosity play out in our lives.
Pope Saint John Paul II’s Mulieris Dignitatem https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_letters/1988/documents/hf_jp-ii_apl_19880815_mulieris-dignitatem.html
Pope Saint John Paul II’s Letter to Women https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/letters/1995/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_29061995_women.html
Hallow’s Feminine Genius Course with Lisa Cotter
R...2024-03-1344 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #94- February 28, 2024: St. John Paul II and the Feminine Genius with Special Guest Fr. Christopher Brashears#94: Pope St. John Paul II and the Feminine Genius with Special Guest Father Christopher Brashears
Today, we are joined again by Father Christopher Brashears from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Fr. Brashears is a parish priest, canon lawyer, and member of the Archdiocesan Tribunal. In this episode, we discuss JPII’s teachings on the feminine genius, complementarianism of the sexes, and women’s role in the Church.
Pope Saint John Paul II’s Mulieris Dignitatem https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_letters/1988/documents/hf_jp-ii_apl_19880815_mulieris-dignitatem.html
2024-02-2835 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode # 93- February 14, 2024: Celebrating During Lent?#93: Celebrating During Lent?
Life doesn't stop during Lent. There are still Birthdays, Anniversaries, school and office parties, dinners at friends houses, et cetera. In today's episode Lauren and Stacy discuss how we celebrate in the midst of our Lenten mortifications.
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#92: Resolving Miscommunication between Laity and Clergy Part II
Today, we are joined by Father Christopher Brashears from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Fr. Brashears is a parish priest, canon lawyer, and member of the Archdiocesan Tribunal. In this episode, we conclude our open discussion about various miscommunications that often arise between the laity and clergy and ways we can bridge the gap for healthy relationships.
Code of Canon Law: https://www.vatican.va/archive/cod-iuris-canonici/cic_index_en.html
The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis https://a.co/d/5F37f1...2024-01-3147 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #91- January 17, 2024: Part 1 Resolving Miscommunication between Laity and Clergy with Special Guest Fr. Christopher Brashears#91: Resolving Miscommunication between Laity and Clergy Part I
Today, we are joined by Father Christopher Brashears from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Fr. Brashears is a parish priest, canon lawyer, and member of the Archdiocesan Tribunal. In this episode, we begin an open discussion about various miscommunications that often arise between the laity and clergy and ways we can bridge the gap for healthy relationships.
Code of Canon Law: https://www.vatican.va/archive/cod-iuris-canonici/cic_index_en.html
The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis https://a.co/d/5...2024-01-1752 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #90- January 3, 2024: Evangelizing Youth with Guest Noelle#90: Evangelizing Youth with Guest Speaker Noelle
Today, Stacy, Annie, and Alisha are joined by former co-host and renowned Catholic speaker Noelle Garcia to discuss ministering to youth.
More about Noelle: https://www.mqministries.net/
More about EQ Saints: https://eqsaints.com/
Keep Your Kids Catholic: Sharing Your Faith and Making It Stick by Marc Cardaronella
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In this episode, Stacy, Alisha, and Annie conclude the 3-part mental health series. We are joined by former C&C co-host and renowned Catholic speaker Noelle to minister to those touched by suicide. We discuss that the Catechism says about suicide, how the church has reacted to suicide in the past and present, and our own stories about how suicide has effected our lives.
Possible Triggers: Suicide, Addiction, Obstacles in obtaining care
CCC 2281 - 2283
13 Reasons Why You Matter by Noelle Garcia2023-12-2031 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #88- December 6, 2023: Postpartum Depression: A Discussion with Jessica Mannen Kimmet
#88 Postpartum Depression: A Discussion with Jessica Mannen Kimmet
In this episode, we speak with mom and author Jessica Mannen Kimmet about her experience with postpartum depression and how the Holy Spirit led her to write Groaning in Labor, Growing in Hope: Scripture Reflections for the Hard Days of Early Motherhood.
Possible Triggers: Postpartum Depression, Miscarriage, Infant Loss
Groaning in Labor, Growing in Hope can be purchased at Liturgical Press at https://litpress.org/Products/6916/Groaning-in-Labor-Growing-in-Hope.
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#87 Mental Health
In this episode, the Coffee & Catholics ladies hope to eliminate some stigmas out there about mental health. All four ladies share their stories and personal struggles with mental health. You are not alone in your struggle and there is hope.
Resources:
https://resources.catholicaoc.org/offices/office-for-persons-with-disabilities/disabilities-2/mental-illness
https://988lifeline.org/
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#86 How I Met My Spouse Part 4 Alisha's Story
In this episode, Alisha shares how she met her husband. She shares how her husband and her liked each other almost instantly but had to wait because of where they were in their journey. This is a great episode about how love is more than a feeling.
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#85 How I Met My Spouse Part 3 Stacy's Story
In this episode, Stacy shares how she met her husband. She shares how some wrong turns and decisions eventually lead her to her husband. This is a great episode for bringing hope to those who feel they constantly find love in all the wrong places. Stacy shows how she learned from a friend that patience, perseverance, and trust in God are important in the waiting for a spouse.
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#84 How I Met My Spouse Part 2 Annie's Story
In this episode, Annie shares how she met her husband. She talks about how her husband at one point in his vocational discernment felt called into a fatherly role, at first he thought this calling meant the priesthood. Come hear how their lives kept intersecting, their friendship grew, and that the kind of fatherhood he was being called to would be realized through the Sacrament of Marriage. Then how God asked Annie and her husband to wait and trust in him as they had several major struggles at the beginning of their m...2023-10-1124 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #83- September 27, 2023: How I Met My Spouse Part 1Lauren’s Story
#83 How I Met My Spouse Part 1 Lauren's Story
In this episode, Lauren shares how she met her husband. She discusses obstacles and victories they have had as a couple and how God has worked in their life together.
References Discussed:
Domestic Church https://www.domesticchurchfamilies.com/
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In this episode, Alisha, Stacy, Lauren, and Annie complete their 3-part series over the Beatitudes. They discuss the last three of the beatitudes and ways they are played out in their own lives.
References Discussed:
St. Augustine’s Commentary on the Sermon on the Mount https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/16011.htm
Jesus of Nazareth by Joseph Ratzinger (aka Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI) https://ignatius.com/jesus-of-nazareth-3-volume-set-jnsetx/
Made for Love by Fr. Mike Schmitz https://a.co/d/3Df6uqy2023-09-1327 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #81- August 30, 2023: The Beatitudes Part 2: The Meek, Righteous, and Merciful#81 The Beatitudes Part 2
In this episode, Alisha, Stacy, Lauren, and Annie continue with part 2 of their 3-part series over the Beatitudes. They discuss three of the beatitudes and ways they are played out in their own lives.
References Discussed:
St. Augustine’s Commentary on the Sermon on the Mount https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/16011.htm
Jesus of Nazareth by Joseph Ratzinger (aka Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI) https://ignatius.com/jesus-of-nazareth-3-volume-set-jnsetx/
“They’ll Know We Are Christians by Our Love” Jars of Cl...2023-08-3026 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #80- August 16, 2023: The Beatitudes Part 1:Blessed are the Poor in Spirit & Blessed are Those Who Mourn#80 The Beatitudes Part 1
In this episode, Alisha, Stacy, Lauren, and Annie start a 3-part series over the Beatitudes. They discuss what they are and ways in which the first two beatitudes are played out in their own lives.
References Discussed:
Avila Institute https://avila-institute.org/
Jesus of Nazareth by Joseph Ratzinger (aka Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI) https://ignatius.com/jesus-of-nazareth-3-volume-set-jnsetx/
Living the Mystery of Merciful Love: 30 Days with Therese of Lisieux by Anthony Lilles and Dan Burke https://sophiains...2023-08-1631 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #79- August 2, 2023: 3rd Anniversary EpisodeIn this episode Annie, Alisha, Lauren, and Stacy reflect over the last year. We talk about funny happenings, our favorite episodes, and thighs.
There is a discussion in part of this episode as to whether or not any of the apostles started a riot by not finishing their teachings when Jesus sent them out two by two. We did look it up and no there is no Biblical reference to the apostles starting a riot. There is a reference in Acts to Paul and his disciples starting a riot but as far as the apostles doing that, i...2023-08-0231 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #78: July 19, 2023- A Few of Our Favorite Catholic Things
#78 A Few of Our Favorite Catholic Things
In this episode, Stacy, Lauren, Alisha, and Annie share some of the resources and experiences that have shaped them this past year.
A Few of Stacy’s Favorite Things
TAN Books’ Story of Civilization https://tanbooks.com?rfsn=7123077.dfb511
Blessed Is She planner and rosary bracelet https://blessedisshe.net/?ref=COFFEECATHOLICS (use code COFFEEANDCATHOLICS for 10% off)
Shining Light Dolls’ Saint Stories for Kids podcast https://shininglightdolls.com/pages/saint-stories-for-kids
Catholic Sprouts’ podcast and shop https://shop.catholicsprouts.co...2023-07-1934 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #77: July 19, 2023 (was supposed to release July 5th)- The True Presence of the EucharistThis episode was recorded about a year ago and outside.
In this episode, Alisha and Stacy discuss the significance of the Eucharist in their personal lives.
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...2023-07-191h 16Coffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #76: June 21, 2023- Growing Through Ordinary Time
Episode #76: Growing Through Ordinary Time
In this episode, Stacy, Alisha, and Annie discuss the Liturgical Season of Ordinary Time and how we are called live the every day ordered toward Christ.
The last 2min of the episode recorded with distortion. We fixed as much as we could and apologize for the scratchy quality.
Resources mentioned:
https://hallow.com/
https://media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-podcasts/bibleinayear/
https://ascensionpress.com/pages/catechisminayear
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In this episode, Stacy, Annie, and Alisha discuss the Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth and what we can glean from it for our own lives.
References discussed:
The Visitation Luke 1:39-56
https://www.mag90.com/
Curious like we were about if Mary was free from labor pains? There is no infallible teaching from the Magisterium. We invite you to do your own research on this topic.
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Nancy Bandzuch from Catholic Sprouts joins us in discussing how to talk to our children about transgenderism and other social issues and Catholic Sprout’s new book Catholic Social Teaching For Youth.
You can get your copy of the book here:
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Some of Nancy's Podcasts:
https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-sprouts-podcast/
https://catholicsprouts.com/the-just-one-small-thing-podcast/
For more discussion on this topic, listen...2023-05-2446 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #73 May 11, 2023 (Original release date 5-10-23)- Fruit of the Spirit III: Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control
Episode #73: Fruit of the Spirit III - Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control
Stacy, Lauren, and Annie continue their discussion on the fruit of the spirit by focusing on faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
For additional listening about the fruit of the spirit, check out our previous episodes #71 Love, Joy, and Peace and #72 Patience, Kindness, and Goodness.
Some resources discussed:
If You Met My Family You Would Understand: A Family Systems Primer by Jack Shitama https://a.co/d/i4tG9oY
Spiritual Warfare and the Di...2023-05-1142 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #72: April 26, 2023- Fruit of the Spirit II: Patience, Kindness, and Goodness
Episode #72: Fruit of the Spirit II - Patience, Kindness, and Goodness
Stacy, Alisha, Lauren, and Annie continue their discussion on the fruit of the spirit by focusing on patience, kindness, and goodness.
For additional listening about the fruit of the spirit, check out our previous episode over love, joy, and peace **LINK EPISODE**
Some resources discussed:
Kindness - http://www.catholictradition.org/Classics/kindness1.htm
Goodness -https://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/what-we-believe/morality
Interior Freedom by Fr. Jacque Philipe: https://w...2023-04-2736 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #71: April 19, 2023 (was supposed to be April 12th)- Fruit of the Spirit I: Love, Joy, and Peace
As we begin a series on the Fruit of the Spirit, Stacy, Alisha, Annie, and Lauren share our thoughts on love, joy, and peace and how these fruits are being manifested in our own lives.
Some resources discussed:
CCC 1832 The fruits the Spirit are perfections that the Holy Spirit forms in us as the first fruits of eternal glory. The tradition of the Church lists twelve of them: “charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, chastity.”
Searching for and Maintaining Peace by Fr. Jacques Philipe: https://www.amazon.com/Searchi...2023-04-1935 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #70: March 29, 2023- Confession & The Obstacles We May HaveIn this episode, we discuss our personal emotions regarding the Sacrament of Reconciliation and how we handle when our feelings get the best of us.
Some resources discussed:
Examination of Conscience based on the Seven Deadly Sins: https://spiritualdirection.com/exam
Examination of Conscience based on the Beatitudes: https://elcatholics.org/documents/2020/4/Examination%20of%20Conscience%20Beatitudes.pdf
Nightly Examen for Growth in Holiness Based on the Beatitudes: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6134dbb90d074a2b586bacc3/t/617178d0aae12753c2bbbf08/1634826448133/Example-daily-examen-based-on-the-Beatitudes.pdf
Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine: https://rothe...2023-03-3028 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #69: March 15, 2023- Health, Healing, and Intimacy: An Interview with Jenn LormandListener Discretion is Advised
Topics include Women's Health and Marital Intimacy
In this episode, we talked with exercise physiologist Jenn Lormand about a topic that affects one out of every 5 women but still seems to be a faux pas discussion - pelvic floor prolapse - and how God made us for healing of body and soul. Jenn shares a bit of her personal journey through the faith and how her pelvic floor trauma affected her personally as well as information about her and co-founder physical therapist Christina Walsh’s program Tighten Your Tinkler (Silly Name, Serious Resu...2023-03-1530 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #68: March 1, 2023- Faith & Food: An Interview with Alexandra GreeleyIn this episode Stacy, Lauren, Annie, and Alisha talk with author, Alexandra Greeley about faith and food. We talk about eating being a moral act, stewardship, farming, traveling, the Eucharist, and Alexandra's conversion story.
Alexandra also writes for the National Catholic Register. Make sure to watch our Facebook Group or Instagram for when the article she wrote about Stacy comes out!
In the episode we reference Alexandra's new book, Catholics in the Kitchen. If this sounds like a book you may be interested in, you can find it here:
https://tanbooks.com/?rfsn=7123077.dfb511
Fr...2023-03-0124 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #67: February 15, 2023- Lentalutions: New Years Resolutions, Lenten Mortifications, and Starting Each Day with GodIn this episode, Annie, Lauren, Stacy, and Alisha start off the episode intending to talk about New Years Resolutions. The conversation quickly turned toward preparing for Lent. Come join the conversation and tell us what your thoughts are.
Some resources mentioned in this episode are:
Magnify 90
https://www.mag90.com/
and
Having a Martha Home the Mary Way
https://www.amazon.com/Having-Martha-Home-Mary-Way/dp/1414372620
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2023-02-1541 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #66: February 1, 2023- Not What We Had PlannedIn this episode Stacy gives an update on her Dad. She also gives an explanation about this episode's delay and brevity.
She encourages listeners to let the Holy Spirit lead them to a previous topic to listen to this week, to send in their own topic suggestions, and, after her own praise of thanksgiving for answered prayers, asks listeners to send in their prayer requests as well.
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...2023-02-0209 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #65: January 18, 2023- Secrets & DreamsIn this episode Lauren, Annie, and Stacy share stories about themselves. This is not our typical episode format but we wanted you all to get to know us a bit better. Alisha had been with us earlier in the evening but had to leave before we got to this episode and Annie joined us via Zoom so sound quality may be off a bit.
One topic discussed was a possible Coffee & Catholics pilgrimage. To share with us your thoughts and recommendations, comment on our Facebook Group Page
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...2023-01-1935 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #64: January 4, 2023- Parenting Philosophies aka Rules for LifeHappy New Year!
In this episode Lauren, Alisha, Annie, and Stacy discuss their parenting philosophies. Which actually turn out to be good rules for all of us to live by.
Book Referenced:
Sr. Faustina Maria Pia's Jesus I Trust in You: A 30 Day Retreat with the Litany of Trust
https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Trust-You-Personal-Retreat/dp/1645851443
2023-01-0443 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #63: December 21, 2022- Idols, Plans and Trust in GodIn this episode Alisha, Lauren, Annie, and Stacy discuss the things in our lives that sometimes become idols. We also discuss how our plans are not always in line with God's plans for us. That we many times try to rely on ourselves rather than turning toward God. That it is only in trusting in God that we can live way were are meant to.
This is our last episode of the year 2022. We will see you all in 2023.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Coffee & Catholics.
2022-12-2256 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #62: December 14 (was supposed to be 7th), 2022: The Virtues: Humility, Chastity, & Diligence Part 3/3**** Sex is discussed in this episode***
Here is our final episode of our series on the Virtues. In this episode, Alisha, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy discuss Chastity and Diligence.
Many apologies for the tardiness of this episode. If you don't follow us on Facebook or Instagram please come join us.
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Resource mentioned:
Christopher West's Introduction to the Theology of the Body
https://www.amazon.com/Introduction-Theology-Body-Christopher-West/dp/B001...2022-12-1446 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #61: November 23, 2022- Eucharist & ThanksgivingWe will continue our series on the virtues in two weeks but for Thanksgiving week we thought we would focus on thanksgiving. What better way to discuss thanksgiving than to discuss the Eucharist!
So in this episode Annie, Alisha, Lauren, and Stacy discuss why they are thankful for the Eucharist. Stacy even has an exciting and beautiful realization. It's wonderful seeing the Holy Spirit share truths with people when they are ready to hear them.
Happy Thanksgiving!
2022-11-2321 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #60- November 9, 2022: The Virtues: Humility, Temperance, & GenerosityIn this episode, Alisha, Lauren, Annie, and Stacy continue their discussion on the virtues by talking about humility, temperance, and generosity.
2022-11-1059 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #59- October 26, 2022: The Virtues: Humility, Patience, & KindnessThis episode is part of a three episode series that we will be doing over the virtues. Humility will be discussed and interwoven into each episode.
In this episode Lauren, Alisha, and Stacy discuss Humility, Patience, & Kindness. We talk about how we struggle with these virtues but also continue to strive to grow in them.
2022-10-2743 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #58- October 12, 2022: Living Out Our PurgatoryThis is one of our longer episodes. In this episode Alisha, Lauren, and Stacy talk about Purgatory and what it means to live out our purgatory here on Earth.
****Possible trigger topics that are discussed: miscarriage***
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2022-10-131h 00Coffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #57: Walking With SaintsIn this episode Alisha and Stacy discuss how saints make themselves known when we need them the most. Saints discussed in this episode include; St. Padre Pio, St. Helena, St. Constantine, St. Monica, Sts. Zeile and Louis, St. Therese, and St. Michael.
***Possible triggers: miscarriage, terminal illness****
Many other saints have also impacted our lives but these are the most recent ones for us. What saints have made themselves known to you? Share your story with us by emailing coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com
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2022-09-2842 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #56- September 14, 2022: Working and Journeying in the Holy Spirit’s TimeThis is a Stacy only episode. In this episode Stacy talks about why she is alone, how a recent episode has impacted her in ways she had no idea it would, some reflections from the vineyard, and a reflection on the 7 Sorrows of Mary. Come listen and see how these are all related to each other.
Thank you for being on this journey with us.
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2022-09-1421 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #55- August 31, 2022: Sr. Maria of the Trinity of Gospel of Life Disciples & Dwellings- A Conversation of Her Work and The Care of Aging Relatives Part 2This episode is the 2nd part of our conversation with Sr. Maria of the Trinity. Check our Episode #54 for the 1st half of the conversation.
In this episode Sr. Maria reminds us that every journey is different and that there is beauty in suffering, even when we can't see it. She has a beautiful message of hope and love.
https://www.gospeloflifedisciples.org/
2022-08-3149 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #54- August 17, 2022: Sr. Maria of the Trinity of Gospel of Life Disciples & Dwellings- A Conversation of Her Work and The Care of Aging Relatives Part 1This is a 2 part conversation where we talk with Sr. Maria of the Trinity. Sr. Maria is with Gospel of Life Disciples and Dwellings (aka GOLD) an organization that ministers to the aging and dying.
In this episode Sr. Maria shares with us her background, what GOLD does, and some other beautiful insights. She discusses the importance of simple moments and community.
The conversation will continue into the next episode where Sr. Maria shares that just as no two births are the same neither is any journey from this life to the next. You won't wa...2022-08-1737 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode#53- August 3, 2022: Coffee & Catholics 2nd Anniversary EpisodeOn Monday August 3rd, 2020 Coffee & Catholics released their first podcast episode after roughly three months of planning.
This episode is for our 2nd Anniversary of that release.
In this episode Alisha, Stacy, Annie, and Lauren reflect back over the last year and even the last two years. They discuss their favorite episodes, what they have learned on this journey, and how God continues to make Himself know in their lives. There are several light-hearted moments and even Bob Ross makes into the discussion. Joyous news is shared and much more.
Thank you for bei...2022-08-0325 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #52- July 18, 2022: Accepting God’s Grace in Times of PersecutionIn this episode Annie, Alisha, and Stacy discuss persecution and how we as Catholics should respond to it.
We also discuss that there are various levels of persecution from bullying and harassment to murder and genocide.
per·se·cu·tion
/ˌpərsəˈkyo͞oSH(ə)n/
noun
1.hostility and ill-treatment, especially on the basis of ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs:
Persecution is the act of harassing, oppressing, or killing people because of their difference from society.
2022-07-1837 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #51- July 5th, 2022: Bearing Gentle WitnessIn this episode Alisha, Lauren, and Stacy discuss how sharing stories and genuinely listening to the journeys of others is one way of showing Christ's love to others.
2022-07-0537 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #50- June 20, 2022: God WorkingIn this episode Lauren, Alisha, and Stacy discuss how God is currently working in their lives.
2022-06-2145 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #49- June 6, 2022: The Value of Stories- A Conversation with Nell O’LearyIn this episode Lauren, Annie, and Stacy talk with Nell O'Leary. Nell is the Managing Editor of Blessed Is She. During this episode we talk about the power of sharing our stories and finding our true identities in Christ.
Many times in the episode we talk about "the book". "The book" we are discussing (and we do eventually say the title in the episode) is Blessed Is She Made New: 52 Devotions For Catholic Women.
Link to the Book-
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=blessed+is+she+made+new&adgrpid=1345803409237278&hvadid=84112875667090&hvbmt=bp&hvd...2022-06-0632 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #48- May 23, 2022: Planes, High Speed Cars, & Working Moms- A Conversation with NoelleIn this episode Noelle returns to talk with about what she has been up to. For those who have been listening to Coffee & Catholics since we started, or if you have gone back and listened to older episodes, you will remember 5 of us hosting the show. Noelle has not been able to record with us over the last year but she never really left either. We thought you might be wondering what happened to her. We talk about everything from Noelle's ministry and role as a working Mom to Contemporary Christian Music to high speed car rides. Come listen...2022-05-2437 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #47- May 9, 2022: Marian Prayer TimeTo honor Mary in May, we decided to create an episode that you can revisit when you are wanting some guided prayer time.
In this episode, Annie, Alisha, and Stacy pray The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary and The Litany of Loreto. The reflections that we use in this episode are a mixture of reflections from the following two sites:
https://www.franciscanmedia.org/franciscan-spirit-blog/reflections-on-the-luminous-mysteries
https://media.ascensionpress.com/2018/11/14/quick-meditations-on-every-mystery-of-the-rosary/
The information that we share about the Litany of Loreto and the prayer itself can be found on this site: ...2022-05-0929 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #46- April 25, 2022: Creating Space: A Two Part Episode - Part 2In this and the next episode, Alisha, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy discuss what it means to "create space". We explore space as a physical area, as time, as action, as openness, as relationship, and as reaction. This resulting two part episode was not the episode we were expecting when we started our discussion but it turned out so much better.
Some Resources that go along with this and the next episode:
Conscious Discipline
https://consciousdiscipline.com/
Book- If You Met My Family You'd Understand by Jack Shitama
http...2022-04-2538 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #45- April 12, 2022: Creating Space: A Two Part Episode - Part 1In this and the next episode, Alisha, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy discuss what it means to "create space". We explore space as a physical area, as time, as action, as openness, as relationship, and as reaction. This resulting two part episode was not the episode we were expecting when we started our discussion but it turned out so much better.
Some Resources that go along with this and the next episode:
Conscious Discipline
https://consciousdiscipline.com/
Book- If You Met My Family You'd Understand by Jack Shitama
http...2022-04-1336 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #44- March 28, 2022: Lenten Devotions & MortificationsIn this episode we discuss Lenten devotions, mortifications, and penances. We discuss the definitions of promise and sin. We also talk about the distinctions between good intentions and vows. Intentionality and purpose are eluded to as key factors in choosing our mortifications. Also, what to do if our penances are not building up our relationship with God.
2022-03-2842 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #43- March 14, 2022: An Interview with Barbara & Adriana from Willow Pregnancy SupportIn this episode Stacy and Annie interview Barbara and Adriana from Willow Pregnancy Support. They get an update on The Rose Home construction (refer back to episode #13 : Discussion with Dolores), hear about what services Willow provides for women, and hear stories about the history of the organization and the women who have come to them for help. And what would an episode about Moms and their babies be without Stacy's and Annie's youngest kiddos making themselves heard. As Adriana says in this episode, "We love kids!"
The Rose Home Garden Party April 21, 2022
Willow Pr...2022-03-1431 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #42- February 28, 2022: Trust, Pray, Rest, & Delight: A ReflectionDue to weather and illness the co-hosts of Coffee & Catholics were not able to meet this month to record. Rather than missing an episode or asking listeners to wait four weeks for the next episode we decided to do something a little different.
In this episode, Stacy reflects on the talks given at the 2022 Oklahoma Catholic Women's Conference by three fantastic speakers; Leah Darrow, Sr. Marie Veritas, and Kimberly Hahn. She shares some of the quotes from the speakers, connects their talks to each other, and reflects on them as they relate to her current journey.
...2022-02-2830 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #41- February 14, 2022: Interview with Co-host StacyThis is our final interview in our series of co-host interviews. In this episode we interview the creator of Coffee & Catholics, producer, and fellow co-host, Stacy.
From music to construction to theatre to sign language and dance, Stacy is a "Jack of all trades but master of none" type. Come hear a part of her story in today's episode.
Stacy's Catholic Media Production Company - Wild Goose Productions
https://www.facebook.com/wildgooseproduction/?ref=page_internal
2022-02-1451 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode#40- January 31, 2022: Interview with Co-Host LaurenIn today's episode we interview our co-host Lauren. She shares with us where she is from, a little about her ministry Gathering Manna, how she chooses her next book to read, and what inspires her.
Some resources Lauren mentions are:
Spiritual Childhood: The Spirituality of St. Therese of Lisieux Paperback by Vernon Johnson
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0898708265/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
The Practice of the Presence of God Mass Market Paperback by Brother Lawrence
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0883681056/ref=ox_sc_act_ti...2022-01-3137 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #39- January 17, 2022: An Interview with Co-host AnnieWe continue our 4 part "meet the hosts" series with an interview with our very own Annie. Come learn about the time Annie kicked a nun :o and how her and her husband met. Hear about all the wonderful ministries she has been involved in over the years. Come get to know her a little better.
Resources mentioned in today's episode:
https://www.gospeloflifedisciples.org/
2022-01-1735 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #38- January 3, 2022: An Interview with Co-host AlishaHappy New Year!
We pray for a Blessed 2022 for all of you!
In this episode we interview our very own co-host, Alisha.
Back before Episode #1 released we introduced ourselves on our Facebook group page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/coffeeandcatholics
Since then we have a lot of new listeners and many who are not on our Facebook group. So we decided to take the first 4 episodes of this year to reintroduce ourselves.
We hope you enjoy learning a little more about us. We would love to hear from you.
2022-01-0328 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #37- December 20, 2021: Christmas TraditionsJoin us for this light hearted episode in which we discuss our own Christmas traditions. From when we put the tree up to when we take it down and everything in between. Let us know what your traditions are.
There is a musical surprise if you decide to stay to the end. :D
All of us here at Coffee & Catholics pray that you all have a wonderful and Merry Christmas season.
2021-12-2047 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #36- December 6, 2021: Feminism and Catholic Social Justice TeachingThis is our final episode of this series on Catholic Social Justice Teaching.
In this episode Alisha, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy discuss Feminism through the lens of Rights and Responsibilities and Solidarity, both being themes of Catholic Social Justice Teaching. We discuss the roots of feminism and how the rhetoric has shifted since the 60s and 70s. We propose that we as Catholics should be working together to refocus the feminist conversation back from narrowed personal gains to that of a wider global sustainability. Helping other women be successful and setting the world ablaze with what women...2021-12-0750 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #35- November 22, 2021: Extending Olive Branches- How to Reconcile with RejectionIn this episode Alisha, Lauren, and Stacy discuss what to do when we feel like there is a conflict with a family member or friend and we have exhausted all of our olive branches and still feel rejected. We thought this episode would compliment our episodes on Social Justice Teaching (we do have one more coming) and the beginning of the holiday season.
During the episode Stacy quotes numerous times from the book If You Knew My Family, You'd Understand : A Family Systems Primer by Jack Shitama.
https://www.amazon.com/You-Met-Family-Youd-Understand/dp/1732009368/ref=sr_1_3?ke...2021-11-2256 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #34- November 8, 2021: Homosexuality: A Catholic Social Justice Teaching ResponseWe continue our discussion of Catholic Social Justice Teaching this week while discussing homosexuality.
How do we as Catholics uphold church teachings on marriage and family and create a welcoming space for our family, friends, and community members who experience same-sex attraction?
In this episode, we examine this question through the lenses of two Catholic Social Justice Teaching Themes; The Life and Dignity of the Human Person and The Call to Family, Community, and Participation.
References:
usccb.org
Made for Love by Fr. Mike Schmitz
2021-11-0844 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #33- October 25, 2021: Transgender: A Catholic Social Justice Teaching ResponseIn this episode we discuss how to respond to our loved ones in the transgender community. We examine this response through the lens of Catholic Social Justice Teaching Theme of Solidarity.
Some of the resources we used for this episode are:
Made for Love: Same-Sex Attraction and the Catholic Church by Fr. Michael Schmitz
Pope Francis Encyclical Amoris Laetitia
2021-10-2540 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #32- October 11, 2021: RelativismIn this episode Lauren, Alisha, Annie, and Stacy discuss relativism. We discuss what truth fundamentally is, compare cultural relativism to post modern relativism, talk about perception and the effects of negativity on the brain. We will continue to discuss the topics in this series through the lens of Catholic Social Justice Teaching. Upcoming topics in our Social Justice series are Transgender, Homosexuality, Rejection, and Feminism.
If you would like to read the same books we are reading for this series they are listed below.
The book we referenced in this episode is:
Made for...2021-10-1142 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #31- September 27, 2021: Catholic Social Justice Teaching, Part IIIn this episode we continue our discussion on Catholic Social Justice Teaching.
We apologize for some distortion in the middle of the episode. Somehow the speed was changed during recording. I was able to slow it enough to hear us but it is still distorted.
Some resources we mention:
https://www.crs.org/
https://www.usccb.org/
2021-09-2733 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #30- September 13, 2021: Catholic Social Justice Teaching, Part IIn this episode, and the next, Stacy, Annie, Alisha, and Lauren discuss seven themes of Catholic Social Justice Teaching. This Part I will be dedicated to themes 1-4. Part II, releasing on September 27th, will be for themes 5-7.
Some of the resources we discuss in these two episodes are:
Made for Love by Fr. Mike Schmitz
https://www.amazon.com/Made-Love-Same-Sex-Attraction-Catholic/dp/1621642194/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Made+for+love&qid=1631506316&sr=8-1
The First Society by Scott Hahn
https://www.amazon.com/First-Society-Sacrament-Matrimony-Restoration/dp/1947792547/ref=sr_1_1?crid...2021-09-1327 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #29- August 30, 2021: Saintly InspirationIn this episode Stacy, Alisha, and Annie share and discuss quotes from some of their favorite saints. We talk about how these quotes have helped us endure our own suffering, give us models to follow, and have inspired us to persevere and find joy in our vocations.
Please, share with us your favorite saints quotes and stories.
2021-08-3030 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #28- August 16, 2021: Atheist to Evangelist: A Discussion with Blogger Tiffany BryantIn this episode, we talk with blogger Tiffany Bryant. Tiffany writes the blog A New Eve where she shares her conversion story from being an Atheist to becoming Catholic. She also hosts forums on her site to discuss everything from prolife issues to favorite books. Join us in listening to her powerful story and see how the Holy Spirit worked in her life all along, as he does in all of our lives. We hope her story inspires you all as much as it has us.
If you would like to read Tiffany's blog or join one of...2021-08-1645 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #27- August 2, 2021: Anniversary EpisodeIn this episode we reflect upon the past year; our favorite episodes, our favorite moments, things we have learned, and more.
Please share with us your stories and any of your favorite episodes/take-a-ways as well.
2021-08-0244 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #26-July 19, 2021: How to Make a Good ConfessionIn this episode Lauren, Annie, Alisha, and Stacy discuss how to work towards healing our relationships with God in the Sacrament of Confession. We talk about fears, various forms of the examination of conscience, techniques we have used to help us keep the focus on repairing our relationship with God rather than how we might have been wronged by others, spiritual direction in the Sacrament of Confession, and more.
Some tools and references we discuss in this episode are:
Apps with an examine of conscience on them (some examples would be Hallow or Lau...2021-07-1940 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #25- July 6th, 2021: Prayer Strategies & Book RecommendationsThere are a lot of great strategies and resources in this episode!
In this episode, Lauren, Alisha, Annie, and Stacy discuss ways they incorporate prayer into their busy schedules. Settle in for a listen and then let us know what you do to stay connected to God throughout your day and what books you love.
Some examples being:
- Create a sacred space for yourself to connect with God
- Try attending Daily Mass at least once a week
- Pray the Angelus before you eat lunch
- L...2021-07-0646 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #24- June 21, 2021: AngerIn this episode Noelle, Lauren, and Stacy discuss anger, forgiveness, and healing. We talk about what anger is and what it can do to our relationships. Have a listen and tell us what you think. What are some good strategies that have worked for you?
2021-06-2232 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #23- June 7, 2021: When Doubt Enters Into Your Faith LifeIn this episode we discuss tackling doubt, fear, and loss of trust in the Lord. The great thing is that there is ALWAYS hope.
Some resources we discuss are:
The Art of Dying Well by St. Robert Bellarmine
https://www.amazon.com/Art-Dying-Well-Robert-Bellarmine/dp/1481946099
C.S. Lewis' Lord, Liar, or Lunatic question
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/58ebe28db8a79bada0d457c9/t/5a8deb77e4966be9ea924249/1519250296252/%233+Lord%2CLiar%2CLunatic+handout+.pdf
2021-06-0724 minCoffee & Catholics: A Catholic Women's Talk Show PodcastEpisode #22- May 24, 2021: Mary & The Holy SpiritMay is the month of Mary and Pentecost was this week so we decided to have an episode discussing the relationship between Mary and the Holy Spirit and how each have worked in our lives.
Some resources we discuss in this episode are:
The Holy Spirit & Mary: Lessons for Pentecost by KATHLEEN BECKMAN
https://catholicexchange.com/the-holy-spirit-mary-lessons-for-pentecost-2?fbclid=IwAR1SbQTUTVFJvH5DtUtJfnKK2Oc_qlEkLmu7nhnpNt0sJY1XykfaFiH87GU
In the School of the Holy Spirit by Jacques Phillip
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1594170533/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc...2021-05-2439 min