April 30, 2016 In This Episode: “Blessed are They”: St Mary of the Cross (aka St Jeanne Jugan) “Among Women” Guest: Diana von Glahn This episode looks at the Providence of God from a few different angles… in my life, the life of St Mary of the Cross, and the life of the Faithful Traveler, Diana von Glahn. I’ll be sharing about tips I’m trying to master from St Francis de Sales as I try to be more mindful of God’s Providence in the details of every day. Plus this show will offer a look at the lif...
Apr 30, 2016•1 hr 10 min
April 20, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Anne Marie Javouhey “Among Women” Guest: Kathryn Jean Lopez This week we look at an important book and subject that will help us in this election year, or whenever we need to discuss the Catholic faith in a public setting, or at a cocktail party, or among friends and family — How to Defend the Faith Without Raising Your Voice. Today my guest is co-author of the book, syndicated columnist and NRO Editor-at-large, Kathryn Jean Lopez ....
Apr 20, 2016•1 hr 2 min
Welcome to Episode 9 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Taking a look at Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation, Amoris Laetitia, (On Love in the Family) , or as its popularly known, “The Joy of Love”. I’m calling this podcast a “double espresso shot” because its twice as long — 30 minutes. I hope you’ll indulge me. In this podcast I’ll be encouraging you to read, read, read Pope Francis’ latest document following the ...
Apr 12, 2016•28 min
March 30, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: A Litany of “Among Women” Saints “Among Women” Guest: Pat Gohn This episode celebrates the 7th anniversary — or 7th birthday — of Among Women, begun in March 2009. This episode explores the major themes Among Women has covered, plus links to blog posts that offer dozens of links to archived shows. In our “Blessed Are They” segment we pray a Litany of saints — including many of the saints that have been profiled on Among Women. In our “Among...
Mar 31, 2016•59 min
Welcome to Episode 8 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet It this podcast, the first ten minutes are dedicated to praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet in its entirety. The last five minutes are devoted to the history behind the Chaplet. This prayer comes to us from St Faustina Kowalska of Poland, and was a special devotion of St John Paul II, who included Mercy Sunday in the Church ca...
Mar 21, 2016•15 min
Welcome to Episode 7 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Wisdom of St Katharine Drexel Diving into the writings of St Katharine Drexel as we pass her feast day, March 3, and as we pass through Lent en route to Easter. Links for this episode: My blog post about my trip to the National Shrine of Katharine Drexel Among Women 18 has more biographical information about Katharine Drexel. Listen here. A view of St ...
Mar 11, 2016•18 min
March 1, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: The Woman at the Well (the Samaritan woman from John 4 .) “Among Women” Guest: Cynthia Darmody This episode of Among Women calls us to share our experiences of faith with others. In our “Blessed are They” segment, I explore Jesus’ meeting with the Samaritan woman at the well . The is the longest recorded conversation of Jesus in Scripture. In it we find a woman whose life is changed by meeting Jesus, the Christ. We also observe how this woma...
Mar 01, 2016•51 min
Welcome to Episode 6 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Year of Mercy I’ve long written a column called “From the Catechism” for Catholic Digest Magazine and I’m happy to share some themes from my recent articles are we look at the Year of Mercy, proclaimed by Pope Francis. Links for this episode: Pope Francis’ Papal Bull, Misericordiae Vultus, declaring the Year of Mercy Year of Mercy website Catholic Dige...
Feb 20, 2016•17 min
Feb 10, 2016 This week’s episode: Welcome to Lent 2016! In lieu of our “Blessed are They” segment, we will benefit from some pre-recorded Lenten inspiration and instruction from Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York Our”Among Women” guests are Sherry Brownrigg and Lisa Hendey In this program we look at the art of giving — specifically, the work of alms-giving as we come to the Lenten Season. Together with my guests, Sherry Brownrigg and Lisa Hendey, we talk about the work of almsgiving ...
Feb 10, 2016•47 min
Welcome to Episode 5 of Among Women “Espresso Shot”– a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn, with special guest Fr Dave Pivonka TOR . Today’s topic: The Holy Spirit (AKA The Wild Goose) Fr Dave Pivonka TOR is one of the creators of a brand new 14-part video series on the Holy Spirit known as “The Wild Goose is Loose.”  It’s a fabulous introduction to having a relationship with the Holy Spirit, and how to live a life that is led by the Holy Spirit. I highly reco...
Jan 30, 2016•17 min
January 20, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St Waltrude “Among Women” Guest: Tami Kiser, AKA Smart Martha Calling all Moms! This episode is a timely message with a call for all “the Marthas” in our midst — women who know how to get things done! Or, women who know how to give the gift of hospitality and encouragement — Mom-to-Mom! This podcast is about getting on board this Lent with the Catholic Conference 4 Moms . This online conference’s theme is “Faces of Mercy” in honor of the ...
Jan 22, 2016•47 min
December 30, 2015 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Victoria Rasoamanarivo “Among Women” Guest: Nancy Ward Pope Francis has proclaimed “an Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy as a special time for the Church, a time when the witness of believers might grow stronger and more effective.” This podcast is devoted to offering tips for sharing your faith story and being a better witness for Christ in the Year of Mercy. Joining me is Catholic blogger Nancy Ward who has designed a new DVD-base...
Dec 30, 2015•54 min
Welcome to Episode 4 of Among Women “Espresso Shot”* – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn Today’s topic: The light of Christ and its powerful effect on Christian life. Join me in this 10 minute reflection as we approach the Christmas season. Links for this episode: Bible References: John 1: 9 & 12, John 8:12, Matthew 5: 14, & Isaiah 60:19 A blog post related to this content is found at The Back Porch. Advent of the Heart , by Fr Alfred Delp, SJ *This ...
Dec 20, 2015•11 min
Dec. 10, 2015 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Comments & feedback from Among Women Listeners “Among Women” Guest: Kelly Wahlquist This week we look back at 200 episodes and celebrate our longterm relationship since 2009. Listeners write in on what they like about the podcast, and lend their voices to the show. Our Among Women conversation this week is with author Kelly Wahlquist. We discuss her new book Created to Relate — describing that women are “radically” relational — and it helps ...
Dec 11, 2015•1 hr 12 min
November 30, 2015 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St Frances Xavier Cabrini “Among Women” Guest: Melanie Rigney One part a meditation on the Beatitudes and one part a reflection on the lives of the saints, Melanie Rigney’s new book, Blessed Are You: Finding Inspiration from Our Sisters in Faith , is the basis for our conversation today on how to live the beatitudes. In other words, it’s how to live like Jesus. Also in this episode, a profile on the life of St Frances Xavier Cabrini, and enc...
Dec 01, 2015•59 min
November 20, 2015 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St Thérèse of Lisieux “Among Women” Guest: Lisa Mladinich This week we look at the blessings and challenges of midlife and beyond. This is a great take on the feminine genius and how women become more beautiful — not less! — as they age. Join author and amazing catechist, Lisa Mladinich, and I as we discuss the heavenly sides of dealing with our own mortality, and rediscover our mission in God’s plan as we discuss themes from her new boo...
Nov 20, 2015•58 min
November 10, 2015 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St Rose of Lima “Among Women” Guest: María Morera Johnson This episode is one I’ve been waiting for all year! My friend, author and Catholic Weekend host María Morera Johnson, joins me for the Among Women interview. Maria brings some of the stories behind her new book, including how the book got its name: My Badass Book of Saints: Courage Women Who Showed Me How to Live . This is one book that I hope many women will read, and a book I es...
Nov 10, 2015•1 hr 3 min
October 30, 2015 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Madeleine Sophie Barat “Among Women” Guest: Heidi Bratton Welcome to Among Women! As we look toward November and the month of saints and souls, Pat talk about the gift of peace and what we really mean when we say “rest in peace.” Speaking of peace, Pat also has a fine chat with author Heidi Bratton about her latest book, Finding God’s Peace in Everyday Challenges: 100 Meditations for Women. Also in this episode, we look at the life of St Made...
Oct 30, 2015•48 min
October 20, 2015 Blessed are They: St Silvia Among Women guest: Grace Mazza Urbanski In this new Among Women podcast , my guest, Grace Mazza Urbanski, and I met while we were both attending the World Meeting of Families last month. Grace’s ministry in the Apostleship of Prayer led to her new book, Pray With Me: Seven Simple Ways to Pray with Your Children. This is a beautiful new resource for families and I’m happy to share some great tips from Grace and the book in this interview. Also profiled...
Oct 20, 2015•54 min
October 10, 2015 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) Dawn Eden “Among Women” Guest: Dawn Eden In this episode we examine the virtue of chastity with author of The Thrill of the Chaste, Dawn Eden. There is something in conversation for women in every vocation. Chastity needs cultivating in every state of life. Also in this show, in honor of Our Lady of the Rosary this month, a look at Edith Stein’s writings on the relationship between Mary and us. N...
Oct 10, 2015•58 min
October 1, 2015 “Among Women” Guests: Lisa Hendey , and Pat Gohn, inside Pat’s ’14 Mini Cooper on the drive home. In this episode: This is an extended special edition podcast with a recap of what we found most meaningful during our week in Philadelphia attending the World Meeting of Families and the Papal Mass with Pope Francis. This rambling conversation took place IN a MINI, but folks, it ain’t a mini conversation. It clocks in at 90 minutes.We are two friends in real life who love to travel t...
Oct 01, 2015•1 hr 30 min
Welcome to Episode 3 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn Today’s topic: What would you ask Pope Francis? During the Festival of Families in Philadelphia, aka the Francis festival , I spoke to many women asking one question: What would you like to say to Pope Francis? I hope the Holy Father is listening! At the end of the podcast listen for The Faithful Traveler, Diana von Glahn , and CatholicMom.com founder and popular author L...
Oct 01, 2015•14 min
Welcome to Episode 2 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn Today’s topic: Live on location at the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia, PA. I spent time asking women (and one very nice priest) for their comments about what were some of the highlights for them. Links for this episode: World Meeting of Families AW Espresso Shot #3 – What would you ask Pope Francis?...
Sep 26, 2015•19 min
Welcome to Episode 1 of Among Women “Espresso Shot”* – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn Today’s topic: perseverance. Links for this episode: Bible Reference: Psalm 103 An blog post related to this material on the Catholic Writers Guild website. *This shorter podcast is part of an ongoing effort to release content on the 10th, 20th, and 30th of each month. Hope you enjoy it!...
Sep 10, 2015•15 min
August 28, 2015 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St Elizabeth Ann Seton “Among Women” Guest: Christin Jezak This episode recaps Pat’s summer break from podcasting and returns with reflections on building a strong prayer life to help to keep us in God’s will. Pat’s unpacks these themes in the life and writings of St Elizabeth Ann Seton. We also find them in the work of actress/producer Christin Jezak, who shares her unique calling to be a Pauline Cooperator, a lay member of the Pauline fa...
Aug 28, 2015•1 hr 4 min
June 14, 2015 Among Women guest: Jenny Vaughn This is a very important show for the Among Women audience since it is first time we’ve discussed in-vitro fertilization, both in relation to Catholic teaching, and within the life story of a guest. For many years I have searched for a guest who would dare to talk about this subject in a reasonable and faith-filled way. In this special expanded edition of Among Women, I am suspending our normal format in order that I can bring you this important conv...
Jun 14, 2015•1 hr 34 min
May 25, 2015 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Discover four new saints canonized by Pope Francis “Among Women” Guest: Margaret Rose Realy This week we discover four new saints that Pope Francis recently canonized — four religious sisters — perfect for the Year of Consecrated Life! Plus author and blogger and master gardener Margaret Rose Realy helps us bring faith to the garden, and much more! Links for this episode: Jesus, Present Before Me, by Fr Peter John Cameron, OP Vatican Booklet ...
May 25, 2015•1 hr 5 min
March 3, 2015 This episode: “Blessed are They”: St Dorothy of Montau “Among Women” Guest: Sr Theresa Aletheia Noble FSP In this episode we catch up after a hiatus and talk about spiritual direction and the Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius. We also discuss the need to lead with humility in Lent, in our dealings with others, and most especially when we are trying to invite friends and loved back to the Catholic faith. Today’s guest, Sr Theresa Aletheia Noble FSP, is a new author who shares her o...
Mar 03, 2015•57 min
December 13, 2014 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mary’s Spiritual Motherhood “Among Women” Guest: Mary Matheus This week we look at Mary’s spiritual maternity, her spiritual motherhood of the Church and of us! In our Blessed Our They segment I share some of the magisterial teaching on Mary’s spiritual maternity. In our Among Women segment, I speak with Mary Matheus, this year’s Treasurer of the National Council of Catholic Women (NCCW) . Together we talk about how...
Dec 13, 2014•1 hr 13 min
November 24, 2014 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Teresa of Calcutta “Among Women” Guest: Jean Heimann This week we look at saints who can help us grow in specific virtues as told in the new book from Catholic Fire blogger Jean Heimann, Seven Saints for Seven Virtues . In this episode Jean Heimann and I will examine the lives of Blessed Teresa of Calcutta as a model of the virtue of charity, St John Paul II as a paragon of diligence, and St Augustine as an example of temperance....
Nov 24, 2014•45 min
