September 1, 2017 In this episode: This is a departure from our usual format and I offer a recording of a talk I gave recently based on Ephesian 5: 1-2 and portions of my book, All In. (Apologies that the audio is not to our usual quality, but hopefully, you might find something worthy in this Reminders: Send your comments to Pat Gohn at amongwomenpodcast@me.com, or to the Among Women podcast facebook page . Or follow Pat on Twitter at @PatGohn or @among_women. If you like what we do here at Amo...
Sep 01, 2017•58 min
Welcome to Episode 19 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Wisdom of Grandmothers As I’ve been anticipating becoming a grandmother, I’ve reached out to a few friends who have preceded me in this vocation for a little advice. Now that my first grandchild has arrived — welcome to Aidan Waiyun Sung! — I offer this short podcast with some of the wisdom that others have shared with me. Special thanks to Judy Klein...
Aug 10, 2017•13 min
Welcome to Episode 18 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: The Titles of Jesus By learning some of the titles of Jesus, we can better connect with Jesus in prayer. In this short podcast I share some of my favorite titles of Jesus that are found in the New Testament. I only have time to share a few, but there are so many more! The titles of Jesus that move us and touch our heart can move us in prayer as well — to ...
Aug 01, 2017•16 min
July 21, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Tabitha of Joppa “Among Women” Guest: Julie Davis This episode delves into the every day life of a believer… it is grounded both in the interior life — the life of prayer — and the call to do good works. In our saint segment, I explain the faith story of Tabitha of Joppa found in the Acts of the Apostles. Tabitha was a disciple described by her good works — specifically supporting widows. Plus in our conversation segment, I have a lively dis...
Jul 21, 2017•54 min
Welcome to Episode 17 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Bloom Where You are Planted Get involved with bringing faith-based programs to your parish or to your home with these suggestions from Pat. Links for this episode: USCCB Convocation talks on You Tube AW 5: a podcast about starting a rosary prayer group. The Bible Timeline videos and course, plus a separate book. Unlocking the Mysteries of the Bible Symbol...
Jul 11, 2017•17 min
June 24, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Marguerite d’Oingt “Among Women” Guest: Mary Lou Rosien In this episode we continue sharing some of writings of Christian mystic, Marguerite d’Oingt , a Carthusian nun from the 13th century. (See AW 225 for her biography.) In our conversation today we discuss separation, divorce, annulments, and remarriage with Mary Lou Rosien as she shares her experiences and her latest book, The Three Things Divorce Catholics Need to Know. Links for this episo...
Jun 24, 2017•1 hr
June 12, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Marguerite d’Oingt “Among Women” Guest: María Ruiz Scaperlanda What a joy to think that soon we will have another American-born Catholic saint in Fr. Stanley Rother ! The beatification will take place this September in Oklahoma City, OK. I discuss this at length with an expert on the biography of Fr. Rother , author and blogger María Ruiz Scaperlanda . Join us for this latest episode and you’ll also learn from the 13th century writings of St...
Jun 12, 2017•50 min
May 20, 2017 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Our Lady Undoer of Knots “Among Women” Guest: Alexis Walkenstein This week we look at Alexis Walkenstein’s newest project as host of Mary’s Touch , a syndicated radio show that has great interviews and real life stories of Mary’s love. In the course of our conversation, we also cover what it takes to prayerfully discern what and where God is calling you to, plus the invitation God gives us to pray intentionally for one another as a work of sp...
May 20, 2017•56 min
May 10, 2017 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: 100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima’s apparitions and message “Among Women” Guest: Judy Landrieu Klein This week we look at Mary in two ways. First, we explore the 100th anniversary of Our Lady’s appearance in 1917 to three peasant children in Fatima, Portugal. Second, we explore a mother’s life with the help and assistance of Mary — especially during times of great sufferings and trials. My guest is Judy Klein, who shares her story with ...
May 11, 2017•1 hr 3 min
Welcome to Episode 16 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Overcoming the Mud-Splashed Bride Syndrome, from Chapter 2, from ALL IN: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters This is a third excerpt from my latest book, All In: Why belonging to the Catholic Church Matters . I read part of Chapter 2. In this selection I describe the what I call “the mud-splashed bride” syndrome, and its antidote. Links for this ...
May 11, 2017•17 min
Welcome to Episode 15 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Chapter 1, The Beloved, from ALL IN: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters This is an excerpt from my latest book, All In: Why belonging to the Catholic Church Matters . I read part of Chapter 1. Links for this episode: I’ve been speaking about ALL IN in several other places: Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo Girlfriends podcast with Danielle B...
May 01, 2017•23 min
Welcome to Episode 14 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: An Introduction to ALL IN: Why Belonging to the Catholic Church Matters This is an excerpt from my latest book, All In: Why belonging to the Catholic Church Matters . I read part of the introduction. Links for this episode: I’ve been speaking about ALL IN in several other places: Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo Girlfriends podcast with Danielle Bean...
Apr 19, 2017•18 min
April 13, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Blandina “Among Women” Guest: Jaymie Stuart Wolfe In this conversation, we talk about a martyr’s death — that of St. Blandina in 177 AD — as well as the “persecutions” we see online and in the media among Christians whose negativity and criticism toward each other thwarts the good they may do. My guest is Jaymie Stuart Wolfe, writer of an provocative article — “Uncomfortable” — that challenges the in-fighting that can happen between members...
Apr 13, 2017•57 min
March 31, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Matilda of Hackeborn “Among Women” Guest: Danielle Bean Join us for this important and fundamental conversation about Jesus who loves us — and what it means to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. This is the bedrock — the reason for our faith as Catholics. Jesus once asked his apostles: “Who do you say that I am?” It’s a question we all must answer. In this episode we meet two women who are in love with Jesus — St. Matilda of...
Mar 31, 2017•59 min
March 20, 2017 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: The Archangels “Among Women” Guest: Kate Wicker In this episode, we depart from our usual path in discussing the stories of women who’ve been saints before us… and we talk about St Joseph — since today is his feast day — plus we discuss the role of the archangels in our “Blessed Are They” segment. I’m also delighted to be talking with Kate Wicker in a lively discussion centered on her new book: Getting Past Perfect: How to find joy and grac...
Mar 20, 2017•58 min
March 10, 2017 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St. Juliana of Cornillion “Among Women” Guest: Lisa Hendey In this episode, we look at almsgiving with a specific focus on the mission of Unbound. Author and CatholicMom.com founder, Lisa Hendey guests and shares her experiences with Unbound . This includes her recent to trip to India to meet a woman she has sponsored. Pat also shares about her own struggles with Lenten disciplines, and how the struggles is usually an indication that we’re on t...
Mar 11, 2017•54 min
Welcome to Episode 13 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: My Adoration Story A short discussion of my Adoration roots and my developing a more intimate relationship with Jesus back in my late 20s. Get ready for Lent, and the coming of Easter by making a weekly appointment with Jesus – by praying a holy hour before the Blessed Sacrament. It’s another way to contemplate Christ. Links for this episode: AW 93: A lon...
Feb 21, 2017•16 min
Welcome to Episode 12 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: My Rosary Story A short discussion of my Rosary roots and my developing relationship with Mary back in my late 20s. Get ready for Lent, and the 100th anniversary of Fatima, but praying the Rosary each day… it’s a way to contemplate Christ. Links for this episode: AW 5: Two Approaches for Starting a Prayer Group for Mothers AW 94: Ringing Around the Rosary...
Feb 02, 2017•18 min
Welcome to Episode 11 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Preparing for Judgment with the Sacraments of the Church This topic comes after experiencing the recent death of a loved one, and writing an article for Catholic Digest on preparing for the judgment that follows death by receiving the sacraments of the Church. I hope this podcast informs and inspires you to consider your own mortality, and to make a choic...
Jan 10, 2017•18 min
December 7, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Elizabeth “Among Women” Guest: Ginny Kubitz Moyer A look at the “three comings” of Christ in Advent, plus Elizabeth’s role in the Gospel as it pertains to Advent. Plus a primer on the Examen prayer and Ignatian Spirituality, together with a nurturing conversation with author Ginny Kubitz Moyer as she describes her latest book, Taste and See: Experiencing the Goodness of God with Our Five Senses. Links for this episode: The Three Comings o...
Dec 07, 2016•54 min
November 1, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Mary, Mother of Mercy “Among Women” Guest: Colette Higgins Colette Higgins In this episode, we chart a course for finishing strong in the Jubilee Year of Mercy. If you’ve put off acting on the merciful suggestions of this holy year, here’s your chance to change that! Don’t miss this stop on our pilgrim journey to heaven! Speaking of pilgrimage and travel, my guest today is a longtime AW listener, Colette Higgins, who shares her sabbatical...
Nov 01, 2016•1 hr 18 min
October 21, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: The Canaanite Woman from Matthew 15. “Among Women” Guest: Susan Bailey This episode we talk about being persistent both in prayer, and in finding a way through grief, loss, and tribulation. I profile a woman from Scripture — the Canaanite woman who begs Jesus to heal her daughter from a demon. Plus I speak with Catholic author and singer-songwriter Susan Bailey. Together we talk about the recovery from loss or grief and how to deal with i...
Oct 22, 2016•50 min
October 10, 2016 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Maria Ludovico DeAngelis “Among Women” Guests: Lisa Hendey and Sarah Reinhard Need a prayer companion for your motherhood vocation? CatholicMom.com has got you covered! Not only is CatholicMom.com a great source of inspiration and community for mothers, but its also a tour de force when it comes to book publishing, thanks to the ongoing work of CM founder and Catholic author, Lisa Hendey . This episode brings together Lisa Hendey and ...
Oct 11, 2016•1 hr
August 30, 2016 In this episode: “Blessed are They”: St Maud “Among Women” Guest: Peggy Mannion This week we look at the very personal journey of Pat’s friend, Peggy Mannion, who almost died from severe pancreatitis. Peggy looks back at her journey to the brink of death, and a return to wellness, as she recounts her faith in God, and the friendship of Mary, and a new way at looking at life. Links for this episode: “Blessed, Beautiful, and Bodacious” Retreat at Malvern Retreat House, Sept 30-Oct ...
Aug 30, 2016•46 min
Welcome to Episode 10 of Among Women “Espresso Shot” – a short strong coffee break of faith sharing and teaching from Pat Gohn. Today’s topic: Gratitude, and the Praying of the Universal Prayer I’m happy to back recording after replacing broken equipment in the studio. This podcast is dedicated to my gratitude to God for the milestone of an important anniversary in my personal life — living twenty years post-cancer! Together, I invite you to pray the Universal Prayer with me. This prayer covers ...
Aug 12, 2016•13 min
July 25, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Mother Teresa (AKA Blessed Teresa of Calcutta) and St Alphonsus Liquori “Among Women” Guest: Julie Dortch Cragon A bit late due to technical difficulties, but we’re back with a new episode! This show is dedicated to prayer as we talk with Julie Dortch Cragon about her latest book, Talking to God: Prayers for Catholic Women. Also: spiritual advice from Mother Teresa of Calcutta (soon to be canonized on September 4th!) and St Alphonsus Liguori...
Jul 26, 2016•46 min
July 12, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Elizabeth of the Trinity “Among Women” Guest: School Sisters of Christ the King: Sr Marie Caritas, CK, and Sr Peter Marie, CK This episode catches us up with each other after a short break in our podcast cycle due to school and travel in my life. Plus I also share some happy news here in the Gohn family. Our podcast profiles some of the writings of St Elizabeth of the Trinity and talks about finding heaven — making our souls a heaven...
Jul 13, 2016•1 hr 3 min
June 2, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Saints who love Mary “Among Women” Guest: Elizabeth Scalia In this episode, I welcome author and editor Elizabeth Scalia back to Among Women and we talk about that uncomfortable subject: sin. But hey, that’s real. We have to confront the fact that even little sins can have a negative cumulative effect. Join us for a thorough discussion of the themes of Scalia’s new book: Little Sins Mean a Lot: Kicking our Bad Habits before They Kick Us . Lin...
Jun 11, 2016•1 hr 13 min
May 20, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: Blessed Margaret of Castello “Among Women” Guest: Stephanie Landsem This episode is such a delight! I welcome novelist Stephanie Landsem and we look at her “Living Water” series , a wonderful trilogy of three books of historical fiction set against the backdrop of the Gospel of John. In this week, we explore the themes of her books that feature women heroines from the time of Christ — women who have encountered Jesus! If you like to relax and...
May 21, 2016•55 min
May 10, 2016 This week’s episode: “Blessed are They”: St Gianna Beretta Molla “Among Women” Guest: Abby Johnson This episode is poignant and powerful. My guest, Abby Johnson, works in a ministry “And Then There Were None”, dedicated to help women come out of the abortion industry. Her new book is riveting: The Walls are Talking: Former Abortion Clinic Workers Tell Their Stories . Together we talk about how our committed friendship and love can help more women say no to abortion and re-start live...
May 10, 2016•42 min
