The US Bishops are encouraging us to join in prayer, penance, and pilgrimage to protect life in our nation. Sign up to pray the novena and to receive other prompts by text, email, and more at the USCCB website. The annual novena “9 Days for Life” takes place Saturday, January 17 – Sunday, January 25….
Read MoreThis. –> 11 of the most annoying things to say to a theology major. — H/T Maria Johnson, boon companion to this theology geek and all my geekery.
Read MoreOk, I admit it, some days, especially when I’m tired, I forget and revert unconsciously to the “old” Mass parts. Even though I’ve written articles on the subject of the new Roman Missal and helped explain the changes and their theological meanings to others, I still get tongue-tied. I still trip up and sometimes just…
Read MorePraying without ceasing means: never losing contact with God, letting ourselves be constantly touched by him in the depths of our hearts and, in this way, being penetrated by his light. Only someone who actually knows God can lead others to God. Only someone who leads people to God leads them along the path of…
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This has been my prayer for many years. I reread it often. Rather, I pray it often. I’m happy to share it with you, and if you do pray it, kindly send one up for me too. Thank you. ::: + Heavenly Father, there have been fits and starts to my creative life. Help…
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Happy New Year and Happy Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary! When I give retreats to women, based on my book, I love to talk about Mary as our Wonder Woman. She really is! To hear a recent talk, go here. For more posts about Mary, go here. ::: My favorite Christmas hymn is…
Read MoreWhy is this no surprise? It is a topic that also coincided with the most downloaded podcast at Among Women. The Family. It’s all about the family. For lay Catholics, this is Job One. We must support marriage and the family. (I’ll be going to the World Meeting of Families in Philly come June. Maybe…
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Here’s a list of the most popular episodes of Among Women from 2014. 1. AW 186 with Leila Marie Lawler: “On Faith, Grace, and Prayer in Marriage and Family Life” This episode of Among Women looks at keeping good company with Jesus in marriage and family life. After passing my 32nd wedding anniversary, I opined…
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A podcast Marathon? Yes! Among Women listeners and others may enjoy this fun fundraiser for SQPN, the Star Quest Production Network– a day long event hosted by many of the SQPN podcasters and affiliates. Tune in from 8am-8pm Eastern at SQPN.com. Among Women is an affiliate and I’m happy to ask you to kindly support…
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Here it’s coffee and conversation, and where the faith-sharing is often a friendly mix of catechesis and cannoli. It’s a place where we can catch up…
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