Catholic Country Chronicles

In this week's blog reading, Abby reflects on her own motherhood journey as she seeks out guidance from the Blessed Mother. Abby shares her struggles, grief, and the process of relearning to be mothered in order to better mother her own children. For additional content head to our website Catholic Country Chronicles.com.

In this episode, Leah reflects on a Marian brunch that brought together fifty women to honor the Blessed Mother through fellowship, prayer, and a hands-on rosary-making workshop. As she spent the morning tying rosary knots and visiting with each guest, Leah found herself contemplating the deeper meaning of knots—not just in rosaries, but in our lives. Join Leah for a reflection on faith, community...

Join Hannah and Abby as they celebrate the joy and beauty of the Pentecost season alongside their dear friend, April. From rosary making and the story of Pentecost to the gifts and titles of the Holy Spirit, they share personal stories that highlight how the very same Holy Spirit who filled the apostles at Pentecost is the same Holy Spirit moving in our lives today. This heartfelt conversation is...

During the month of May, we are diving into a few titles of Mary. In this episode, Abby unpacks the title of Our Lady, the Star of the Sea and highlights her role as a steady spiritual guide, providing orientation and hope in the journey towards Christ. To read the original post or find other enriching content head over to our website.

From hydraulic hoses to rosaries, Hannah is joined by two special guests, Maria and Maggie of the “Eight Maids A-Milking,” to celebrate St. Isidore, Patron Saint of Farmers, with farm stories, sisterly banter, and just enough chaos to keep it honest. To find more content check us out at Catholic Country Chronicles.

Hot off the Catholic Country Chronicles Press, author Leah Brix reads her weekly blog post entitled, "Our Lady, Mother of Divine Grace: Amazing Grace from the One Full of Grace." She unpacks how abstract grace seems to her and tries to build an analogy of its mechanics to help her, a visual learner, wrap her mind around it. To find the original written blog or to discover other heartwarming conten...

In this week’s blog reading, Abby shares an endearing story about her daughters taking turns wearing a flower crown during a walk around the neighborhood. It brought her back to her youth, when she herself carried a flower crown for the May Crowning at Mass. May is the month of Mary and the perfect time to deepen our devotion to the Blessed Mother. In this episode, Abby reflects on the deep attune...

A weekly blog reading from Hannah! She explores the theme of real friendship and the significance of being fully known in relationships. She dives deep into the importance of recognizing true connection, the difference between being known and being fully known, creating a safe space for honesty, and the need to bring back real friendship in today's society. To read the original post head to Cathol...

Hot off the Catholic Country Chronicles press, author Leah Brix reads her weekly blog post, "Praying for the Skills to Thrive in Motherhood." She tells the story of how a conversations with a grandmother on the sidelines of a game sparked a self-reflection on how she shows up for her family. Am I subscribing to the lie that the world tells me that to be a mom means to be a hot mess? Am I feeling o...

If you love authentic Molitor sister chit-chat, this episode is for you! Join Abby and Hannah as they share stories of an extreme Easter Bunny, unravel a memory they both thought they experienced, and reflect on Easter joy, the beauty of community, and the women surrounding Mary in her sorrow and joy. Abby's Blog Post A Village of Women: Love, Loss, and Resurrected Hope For additional content, hea...

The episode of the Catholic Country Chronicles Podcast explores the theme of women's support, love, and resilience in the face of loss and grief. It draws parallels between the faithful women during Holy Week and the formation of a supportive community. Tune in to hear how Mary is a beautiful example of being a true villager and the impact of her small acts of kindness. To read the original post a...

Hot off the Catholic Country Chronicles press, author Leah Brix reads her weekly blog post entitled, "Women of the Gospels: The Blessed Mother." Leah writes a heartfelt letter from the Blessed Mother to her son, Jesus, while lying on her deathbed. She revisits pivotal moments in their life together, from washing his grubby hands as a toddler to his teen growth spurt to his adventures during his pu...

A weekly blog reading from Hannah!! She explores the story of Mary of Bethany and the lessons we can learn from her. It emphasizes the importance of being fully present and recognizing the weight of a moment, as well as the responsibility of noticing and responding to what is happening around us. To find the original written blog, or to discover other content, head over to the website C atholic Co...

Hot off the Catholic Country Chronicles press, author Leah Brix reads her weekly blog post entitled, "Stations of the Cross: a Lenten Treasure." She humorously tells the story of praying the Stations of the Cross at 36 weeks pregnant, comparing it to an Olympic sport. But she gets down to business, taking the spiritual benefits of this ancient devotion seriously. She references a past blog post ab...

Join us for a journey into the Lenten desert as Hannah and Abby unpack their experiences this Lent. Is it possible to have a restful Lent? Is the Lord inviting you to receive instead of perform? Spiritual Armor Spotify Playlist Catholic Country Chronicles Website Abby's Blog- Women of the Gospels: The Mother who Packed the Bread and Fish Psalm 23:1-3 The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He mak...

Hot off the Catholic Country Chronicles press, author Leah Brix reads her weekly blog post, "Women of the Gospels: Mary Magdalene. Taking some creative liberty with this well-known woman of the bible, Leah gets inside her head, creating a backstory for her. In this work of fiction, Leah has Mary writing a letter to Jesus on Holy Saturday.  She is still in shock from the horrors she witnessed the d...

Catholic Country Chronicles author, Abby Thomas, reads her weekly blog post entitled, "Women of the Gospels: The Mother who Packed the Bread and Fish." While the story of the young boy with the loaves and fish appears in John’s Gospel, this letter told through the lens of his mother, is a work of fiction. Through her words, we see how her son’s simple, childlike faith draws her closer to Christ. Y...

Catholic Country Chronicles presents another fictional letter from our Lenten Women of the Gospel series. Abby reads Elizabeth and the Womb That Waited , a tender story of perseverance in prayer and trust in God’s perfect timing. Elizabeth waited most of her life to be gifted with motherhood, a silent yet deep heartache for many women. Through her story, we are reminded that a delay in answered pr...

Hot off the Catholic Country Chronicles press, author Leah Brix reads her weekly blog post, "Women of the Gospels: The Syrophoenician Woman. Taking some creative liberty with this well-known woman of the bible, Leah gets inside her head, creating a backstory for her. While much of the story is a work of fiction, it is her sincere hope that the Syrophoencian woman can come alive in a fresh, new way...

True friendship isn’t accidental, it’s intentional. It’s biblical. Through the example of the Blessed Virgin Mary and inspired by Leslie Knope , the OG Galentine, Hannah and Abby explore what it means to cultivate friendships that reflect the heart of God on this episode of Catholic Country Chronicles . Rooted in Scripture and shaped by lived experience, they share practical wisdom for recognizing...

Hot off the Catholic Country Chronicles press, author Leah Brix reads her weekly blog post, "The History of Valentine's Day and the Power of the Sacrament of Marriage." She deep dives into the history of this widely celebrated holiday with a look at the real St. Valentine, strange pagan rituals, and the breeding habits of birds in the Middle Ages. She then focuses on the actual sacrament, as God h...

Catholic Country Chronicles author Abby Thomas reads her weekly blog post entitled "Christ is My Firm Foundation." She shares how her daughter’s set of Picasso Tiles led her to contemplate building a spiritual foundation, with Christ as the Master Builder. To find the original written blog, or to discover other heartwarming content, head over to the Catholic Country Chronicles website!

Catholic Country Chronicles Hot off the Catholic Country Chronicles press, author Leah Brix reads her weekly blog post entitled "Lessons about Our Lady of Mercy from a 2-Year-Old's Favorite Dress." She tells the story of a Color Analysis consultation with her sisters that led to a closet overhaul. The story evolves into a beautiful reflection on motherhood and the deeply personal way that Mary lov...

catholiccountrychronicles.com Join Abby, Leah, and Hannah for a lighthearted yet meaningful chat about what it really looks like to follow the Holy Spirit in different seasons of life. They share personal stories about discernment, unexpected detours, and how God often uses closed doors and “holy speed bumps” to guide us. Whether you’re in a season of action or waiting, this conversation invites y...

In this episode of Catholic Country Chronicles , Abby, Leah, and Hannah take a trip down memory lane as they reminisce about cherished Christmas family traditions before diving into a meaningful conversation about the Names of God found in Isaiah 9:6. Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon his shoulder. And his name will be called Wonderful...