A Holy Week episode that talks about the extraordinary graces that come to us through Jesus, the Divine Mercy. I'm specifically going to focus on trusting Jesus for his mercy, the link between the prayers of Mary's fiat and the simple prayer, "Jesus, I trust in You". I'll also share the encouraging prayer titled "Eternal God of Endless Mercy." (Check out all the resources below on this much-needed topic in our lives and in today's world.) Plus listen to an uplifting interview with author Melanie...
Apr 10, 2022•57 min
Welcome to Episode 47 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Nunc Coepi In this espresso shot, I describe the spiritual principle of Nunc Coepi , a Latin phrase that translates as "Now I begin." This is especially meaningful as we live through Lent. It addresses our need for courage and perseverance as we face difficulties, trials, or failures. Also, on a personal note, I relate some of my recent health issues ...
Mar 12, 2022•18 min
A mid-summer podcast about one of the most important subjects for a Christian—our prayer life! This topic is dear to my heart and you'll find many related podcasts (listed below) that I hope you'll investigate if you have time. The care and feeding of your soul comes from a life of prayer that is coupled with sanctifying grace found in the sacraments, chief among them—the Eucharist. Today's focus on prayer comes from my conversation with author and blogger, and longtime friend, Barb Szyszkiewicz...
Jul 23, 2021•53 min
Welcome to Episode 46 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary In this espresso shot, I continue my series on the Marian feast days and Marian titles that honor our Mother Mary. This episode examines the feast day we celebrate on May 31, the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Links for this episode: "The Visitation" - from my archives at CatholicMom.com Other shows in...
May 31, 2021•14 min
Ramping up for the feast of the Sacred Heart on June 11, we're diving deep into devotion of the Sacred Heart with author and speaker, Emily Jaminet. Her latest book is called Secrets of the Sacred Heart: Twelve Ways to Claim Jesus' Promises in You Life and it is absolutely red hot wisdom on the subject. You'll also learn about enthroning the Sacred Heart in your home or elsewhere. One of my favorite stories that Emily tells is about a lonely woman whose experience of isolation during the pandemi...
May 28, 2021•56 min
After an unexpected hiatus, I'm back in the studio and delighted to kick off our spring and summer line up of podcasts with my guest Allison Gingras. Together we'll explore the latest book*** offering from WINE (Women in the New Evangelization): Called By Name. ***BOOK GIVEAWAY!!! For those who act quickly when this podcast is released... leave a comment and have your name placed in the free drawing for a copy of this new book. Entry comments will be open until May 10, 2021, 11:59PM Pacific Time...
May 08, 2021•47 min
In the past year, I've been trying to avoid burnout. The coronavirus pandemic has brought scheduling challenges and changes that have required me to take a harder look at discerning how I spend my time. What am I saying "yes" to —in terms of my use of time? Keeping my calendar in front of Jesus, and keeping a daily prayer time, and keeping Sundays holy—and as a day of joy—have been life-saving. Trusting Jesus with my calendar is key, whether its job related stress, or what I'm cooking in the kit...
Feb 20, 2021•51 min
Welcome to Episode 45 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Mary, the Mother of God In this espresso shot, I begin the first in a year-long series on the Marian feast days and Marian titles that honor our Mother Mary. This episode examines the feast day we celebrate on January 1, and the title of Mary as Mother of God. Links for this episode: A short video by Fr. Chris Alar from the Marians A short article by ...
Dec 31, 2020•12 min
In this episode get a behind the scenes look at the creation of a new book for children, A Saint in the Making , written by Lisa Hendey and illustrated by Katie Broussard. Both join me for a delightful conversation on this topic for families and caregivers for children. Also in this episode, enjoy a read-aloud segment with Pat sharing Charles Dickens' essay "What Christmas Is as We Grow Older." Plus a look ahead to the new year on Among Women. Links for this episode: Charles Dickens, "What Chris...
Dec 17, 2020•54 min
In this episode we explore the care of caregivers ... and look to find ways to be demonstrably thankful for their good service to others. In our conversation segment, we are joined by Debra Kelsey-Davis and Kelly Johnson, authors of the The Caregiver's Companion. We also take inspiration from the writing of St. Hildegard of Bingen and St. Paul as we look to develop deeper thankfulness in our lives. Links for this episode: Holy Women by Pope Benedict XVI Nourish for Caregivers The Caregiver's Com...
Nov 23, 2020•50 min
This episode celebrates the communion of saints—this amazing aspect of the Body of Christ both on heaven and earth. And we recall the beauty of November's month of the holy souls. My guest is Melanie Rigney who brings many stories of the saints in her book Radical Saints: 21 Women for the 21st Century . Also from the book, we delve into the life of St. Dulce of the Poor from Brazil. Saint segment: St. Dulce of the Poor "Among Women" Guest: Melanie Rigney Links for this episode: MelanieRigney.com...
Nov 02, 2020•55 min
October 16, 2020 In this episode: The times we live in — oh! — we all need to anchor our trust in God and seek peace amidst the chaos. Allison Gingras shares her faith story and lasting lessons in her new journal in the Stay Connected series: Seeking Peace – A Spiritual Journey from Worry to Trust. I also share from my own life my love for St. Francis de Sales and the inspiration to give my worry over to God during a difficult trial from my past. Plus I offer the comfort I've come to know in our...
Oct 16, 2020•54 min
October 3, 2020 In this episode: "Blessed are They": St. Faustina "Among Women" Guest: Kathryn Jean Lopez This week we catch up with Kathryn Jean Lopez to examine her book, A Year with the Mystics. We share about the how the Christian life is enhanced by learning more about the mystics and great saints who have gone before us. Kathryn reads an excerpt from the book, and Pat does, too, in the saint segment dedicated to inspiration from St. Faustina's Diary. Check out Pat's news about your opportu...
Oct 03, 2020•54 min
September 20, 2020 In this episode: Saint segment: St. Joseph Conversation segment Guest: Danielle Bean Back after a hiatus, I recap a little about the ups and downs of my pandemic experience and talk about adapting spiritual practices including "virtual streams" of adoration and a renewed love for St. Joseph as a spiritual patron. Beyond that I'm happy to catch up with author Danielle Bean about a wonderful book about facing the empty nest (or the emptying one) and what might be next: Giving Th...
Sep 20, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Welcome to Episode 44 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot”– a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes - "Blessed are who are persecuted for righteousness sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. In this espresso shot, I examine the final Beatitude in this series from Matthew 5:10: "Blessed are who are persecuted for righteousness sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." This is the last podcast in a 9-podcast series devoted to revie...
Jul 11, 2020•15 min
Welcome to Episode 43 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot”– a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes - "Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be children of God." In this espresso shot, I examine the seventh Beatitude from Matthew 5:9: "Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be children of God." (NAB) This is the seventh podcast in a 9-podcast series devoted to reviewing the eight Beatitudes that open Jesus' Sermon on the Mount...
May 30, 2020•20 min
Welcome to Episode 42 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” In this espresso shot, I examine the sixth Beatitude from Matthew 5:8: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” This is the seventh podcast in a 9-podcast series devoted to reviewing the eight Beatitudes that open Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthe...
May 05, 2020•14 min
Welcome to Episode 41 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.” In this espresso shot, I examine the third Beatitude from Matthew 5:7: “Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.” This is the sixth podcast in a 9-podcast series devoted to reviewing the eight Beatitudes that open Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthew...
Apr 11, 2020•18 min
Welcome to Episode 40 of the Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” In this espresso shot, I examine the third Beatitude from Matthew 5:6: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” This podcast examines a definition of righteousness and its call for our life. Let us...
Mar 30, 2020•18 min
This episode is a departure from our usual format. It’s been a few weeks since my last podcast and in that time the United States has taken many measures to attempt to curb the pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19. This has been a difficult time for many people. Most difficult for Catholics has been the temporary suspension of public Masses. Given that this is Lent I exhort you to lean into prayer even more — but especially as we pray against and through this pandemic. The ...
Mar 23, 2020•37 min
Welcome to Episode 39 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are the meek.” In this espresso shot, I examine the third Beatitude from Matthew 5:5: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” This podcast examines continues to explore the inspiration we have in Jesus with respect to the Beatitudes as it applies to meekness — often not a popular position to take, if one looks a...
Feb 29, 2020•13 min
Welcome to Episode 38 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are those who mourn.” In this espresso shot, I begin a look at the second Beatitude from Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn… for they shall be comforted.” This podcast examines the inspiration we have in Jesus with respect to mourning. And we look at how we deal with this as Christians, and how we serve those who mourn. Fi...
Feb 13, 2020•14 min
Welcome to Episode 37 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – “Blessed are the poor in spirit…” In this espresso shot, I begin a look at the first Beatitude from Matthew 5:3: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” This podcast examines the inspiration Jesus, where we put our trust, and the call to be humble — like Jesus. My reflections based on the Catechism of the Ca...
Jan 23, 2020•16 min
Welcome to Episode 36 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Beatitudes – A Snapshot of Jesus and Christian Life In this espresso shot, I begin a series looking at the Beatitudes, as found in Matthew 5:1-12. This podcast offers a brief overview of the Beatitudes, with reflections based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 1717 and 1719. Other podcasts of related interest: AW 199 : Beatitude = Bei...
Jan 05, 2020•15 min
November 19, 2019 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Fulton J. Sheen “Among Women” Guest: Joanna Wahlund This episode of Among Women examines the challenges of mothers who work either by choice or necessity. While each woman’s situation is unique, we look at how important connections to faith and family are for the mothering vocation. Joanna Wahlund, a longtime listener to Among Women, and now author of The Catholic Working Mothers’ Guide to Life is my guest. Together we discuss the foundation...
Nov 19, 2019•57 min
Oct. 31, 2019 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Magdalene of Nagasaki “Among Women” Guest: Sarah Christmyer In this episode we ponder the call based on the title of Sarah Christmyer’s new book Becoming Women of the Word . It’s a wonderful conversation filled with the story of Rahab’s faith, as found in the book of Joshua. This is the kind of faith that calls us to trust in God amidst the storms of life. Speaking of hardships, in our Blessed Are They segment, you’ll learn about the lif...
Nov 01, 2019•51 min
October 13, 2019 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: 5 new saints canonized today by Pope Francis “Among Women” Guest: Danielle Bean In this episode I offer a summary of the lives of 5 new saints being raised to the altar (3 religious women, 1 laywoman, and 1 priest-Cardinal): Dulce Lopes Mariam Thresia Marguerite Bays Giuseppina Vannini John Henry Newman I’m also happy to be joined by my friend, Danielle Bean, and together we take a deep dive into her new book, The Manual for Women. Topics inc...
Oct 13, 2019•56 min
September 14, 2019 In this special music edition of Among Women, I am dispensing with our usual format and bringing you new music from Grammy-nominated singer-songerwriter, Sarah Hart. Sarah has been a guest on the show before and we ran into each other recently at a conference, and it was so nice to be able to catch up and schedule this visit on Among Women, celebrating her new album, “And Lovely It Is.” Join us for a lovely conversation and music from Sarah Hart. Links for this episode: SarahH...
Sep 14, 2019•52 min
Welcome to Episode 35 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Praying, Sacrificing, and Reparation In this espresso shot, I focus on the prayers of the Angel at Fatima to the visionaries … which have great power to help heal the church and the world, and, us. We see and experience trouble in the world, trouble in the Church … this is a deep call for Catholics to do the heaving lifting in terms of prayer, sacrifice, ...
Sep 07, 2019•18 min
August 9, 2019 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross “Among Women” Guest: Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur Some encourage here to receive God’s forgiveness in our lives, especially in the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, as well as learning to bring to God those people we need to forgive, so He can help us to forgive. In this podcast, Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur offers reflections on this important subject from her new book, The Power of Forgiveness , (OSV). L...
Aug 10, 2019•56 min
