Posts tagged mommas
You Don't Have to Check Off Boxes to Be Loved

Karianna Frey felt like she had to check off boxes and change part of her identity to be truly Catholic and loved. Yet in Adoration God revealed to Karianna that He and His love are so much bigger than the ways we box Him in.

Karianna also explores how we box others in stemming from fear. However, it is in embracing our discomfort and reaching out to people different than us that we grow to learn our interconnectedness as God's human family.

Karianna's newest book is We are Beloved: 30 Days with Thea Bowman.

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Caring for My Sick Husband

When Leilanie and Michael Marianetti were engaged, Michael was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Hear how Leilanie has been "lavished in grace" by God as she has cared for Michael for twenty-three years.

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I'll Bank My Life on Him

Jenna McAndrew shares the moment she knew Christ is real. This encounter converted Jenna's heart so completely that even during times of spiritual dryness, she will bank her life on Him. Jenna is the host of "A Shower of Roses" podcast.

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On Fire with the Holy Spirit

This Pentecost, Father Jon Meyer shares how Christians are called to be on fire with the Holy Spirit--no exceptions. Father Jon Meyer is the Chaplain of Mamas in Spirit.

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Rise Up, Young Girl

Learn how Jesus' words "Telitha koum" or "Rise up, Little Girl" speak to Gina McDuffie's heart and have carried her through her most difficult moments, including when she almost lost her first baby.

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Mental Health Support During Covid

Dr. Heather Banis shares how the stress we are under during this time of Covid causes anxiety and depression--this is a normal response to an extremely abnormal situation. Learn ways to practice self-care, receive the support you and those you love need and help your children and teens during this trying time. Dr. Banis is the Victims Assistance Coordinator for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

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Merry Christmas from Mamas in Spirit!

Lindy's daughters make a guest appearance to sing and share about the blessing of Christmas. Themes explored are Christmas, joy, laughter, hope, Mary, Jesus, Joseph, the gift of life, God's light outshining the darkness, Christmas star and candy canes.

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The Day Jesus Saved My Life

In this Advent podcast Roy Cooray shares how he could only remember one thing the day that Jesus saved his life. As he was being rushed into life-saving surgery his daughter whispered in his ear, "Hold Jesus on your right and Blessed Mother on your Left." Hear this miraculous story, learn about Roy's visions of the Blessed Mother and hold onto a hope beyond understanding. Themes explored are the Advent Season, Blessed Mother Mary, Jesus Christ, always living in hope, being generous to the poor and prayer.

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My 1.5 Pound Baby

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Claudine Carr shares about her youngest son's birth at one-and-a-half pounds. Hear the story of a nun baptizing him with a dixie cup as he was rushed into emergency surgery and his miraculous survival. Themes explores are difficult pregnancies, premature babies, conversion, sacraments, Baptism, Confirmation, Catholicism, witnessing, the rosary and prayer.

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Missing My Mom

Raquel lost her dearest companion--her mom--almost eleven years ago. The loss left a a void in Raquel's life that her "yes" to God has begun to fill. Themes explored are motherhood, mother and daughter relationships, maternal mentors, friendship, sisterhood in the Holy Spirit, guidance, loneliness, postpartum anxiety and faith.

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A Hurricane in the Pandemic

Diana, her husband, their five children and her mother left their home and squeezed into a tiny apartment as Hurricane Laura struck Louisiana during the pandemic. Diana shares the aftermath of the hurricane and how she continues to discover God's immense beauty in others throughout this difficult time. Themes explored are God with us, people over ideas, the American spirit, beauty from ashes, spiritual direction and finding God in the messiness.

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Losing My Husband

Tina Ferrigno shares about the loss of her beloved husband ten years ago and tells stories of how the prayers of others carried her through such a difficult time of grief. Looking back, Tina sees all of the ways God blessed her and her husband, Ciro before Ciro's passing. Tina explores how continuing to show up for prayer has transformed her heart and life.

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A Heart that Prays

Discover what happens "When Women Pray" with featured guest Kathleen Beckman. Kathleen shares stories and encouragement to help listeners engage more fully in their relationships with God and open their hearts to the gift of the Holy Spirit.

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Compassion and Love

Featured guests Antonija and Ivan Zovak demonstrate their profound bond as mother and son in this special podcast. Ivan was unexpectedly diagnosed with Down Syndrome shortly after birth. Antonija shares the "love and compassion" Ivan shares with all those he meets. Antonija is the owner of Atelier Zovak, a line of faith-filled jewelry.

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God Loves Us in Our Woundedness

Featured guest Mary Lenaburg shares the profound lessons she learned through raising her daughter, Courtney. Courtney had significant special needs and passed away at twenty-two-years-old. Mary explores surrendering to the present moment, wanting what God wants for our lives, healing our woundedness and discovering the true love of God.

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Healthy Body and Soul with Dr. Tess Thomas

Featured guest Dr. Tess Thomas explores how to make healthy choices during Covid. Learn how you can nourish your body with prayer, food, nature, and exercise.

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Healing My Trauma

After the sudden and traumatic loss of her father as a child, featured guest Kelly Behrens learned to suppress her feelings and to just be "okay." After years of masking her internal experience and hitting rock bottom, Kelly chose to get help with inpatient treatment at "The Meadows." Kelly learned to be completely transparent and attend to her feelings while in therapy and has experienced new life in the Holy Spirit.

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God's Mission for Our Family

The Hill family just welcomed their third foster child into their home. Listen to featured guest Lindsey Hill share how she witnesses God at work in the foster children, her own school-age children and family. Learn about the Hill family's call to share God's love with children in the most vulnerable of circumstances and the many ways you can support children in foster care!

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Trust God and Wait

Featured guest Mary Thompson shares the critical moment her father was supposed to meet her family at a train station after escaping Yugoslavia on foot. When he did not show up, Mary watched her mother's faith-filled response. This example taught Mary to have a profound trust in God--a trust she has continued to practice throughout her life, including during her young daughter's serious illness and her own struggle with cancer.  

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Finding Forgiveness

Featured guest Lupe Rivera from the Center for Restorative Justice Works (CRJW) shares how she has found forgiveness and healing from losing her childhood best friend to murder through helping those "on the inside." CRJW houses a number of programs helping those affected by crime and the criminal justice system, such as Get on the Bus, Camp Suzanne and Family Express.

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