Catholic Momcast

Maria Johnson and Lisa Hendey discuss the new animated series, Chime Travelers. In this episode, Maria is joined by  Lisa Hendey to talk about her children's series Chime Travelers , now debuting as a fun new animated series. Based on her bestselling books, the series follows twins Patrick and Katie, who travel through time by the sound of church bells to encounter the saints while learning lesson...

In this episode, Maria and Kristina have a conversation about Kristina's latest article in which she explores focusing upon what our children get right. Links: Kristina Talbot's Origianl Article: Helping Teens Explore What's Right with Them  

In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Root , Executive Director of House of Mercy , to talk about serving those in need with dignity, the growing demand in her community, and how faith fuels this mission of mercy in action. Link in Show: House of Mercy Food Pantry in Manassas VA

Today's guest, Dr. Lisa Gulino, is a lay ecclesial minister with over 30 years' experience in pastoral ministry and teaching in higher education.  She has served in Diocesan Ministries for a total of 22 years—Diocese of Fall River and Diocese of Providence.  Additionally, she has several years in Parish Ministry.     Lisa received her Doctorate in Ministry from the Catholic University of America i...

Today we're joined by Barbara "Babs" Costello of Brunch with Babs, sharing the kind of wisdom that feels like a hug from your grandma. We talk about her unexpected second act and her sweet new children's book, Did Your Mother Ever Tell You?, a gentle, updated take on the sayings many of us grew up hearing.   Links for this Episode:  Did Your Mother Ever Tell You? Babs Costello, aka @BrunchwithBabs...

Maria Morera Johnson, Allison Gingras, and Father Charlie McCoy get together to talk about Easter season films, inspired by an earlier show about Pope Leo's  favorite films. Maria, Allison, and Fr. Charlie brief chat about Pope Leo's favorite movies and launch into a discussion about Esater movies, including a little foray into the land of Veggie tales.   Links for this Episode:  Pope Leo's Top Fo...

Maria Morera Johnson interviews Cathy Daub, co-founder (with husband Andrew) of Team Iron Will , who shares how her family's search for support after their son Will's diagnosis led to a mission of walking alongside and uplifting other families with children with Down syndrome. In this heartfelt conversation, we sit down with Cathy, founder of Team Iron Will , who shares the story behind a mission...

Maria Morera Johnson interviews Scott Anthony and discuss the Apostolate of Family consecration at Familyland in Ohio. The Apostolate for Family Consecration® (AFC℠) founded Catholic Familyland® (CFL℠) over 30 years ago as a place for families like yours to let go and let God be part of your family vacation. Today, over 1,000 families each year enjoy a Holy Family Fest summer vacation, surrounded...

Maria Morera Johnson and contributor Kristina Talbot discuss the spirit of competition in sports and other activities. Maria Johnson and Kristina Talbot discuss the spirit of competition in sports and in other activities. Kristina Talbot is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and native Floridian who loves that her engineer husband enjoys Karaoke, and her four children enjoy carpool line with the mu...

Maria Morera Johnson welcomes Pete Burak, author of Man on Purpose (Ave Maria Press). Pete Burak is a Catholic speaker, author, and Vice President of Renewal Ministries. He's the co-host of The Renewal Podcast and a frequent speaker on discipleship and evangelization. Pete is the author of A Man on Purpose , published by Ave Maria Press, and a husband and father whose own journey deeply informs hi...

In this week's episode we're joined by Beth Knobbe of Catholic Relief Services to dive into Operation Rice Bowl , CRS's annual Lenten program that invites Catholics across the United States to live out the season through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Rooted in a tradition that began in 1975, Operation Rice Bowl equips families and faith communities with resources like daily reflections, "Stories...

Maria Morera Johnson and Inés Mersch have caych up with either on Ash Wednesday. Inés Huber Mersch is a faithful Catholic wife, mother, and grandmother residing in Mobile, Alabama. Her strong attraction to Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament led to her being invited to participate in the steering committee that brought Perpetual Adoration to the Archdiocese of Mobile and continues as one of the sch...

Maria and Allison talk about the ways they have approach Lent in the past, and share their goals for this Lent.   Links for this Episode:  Read all articles by Allison Gingras Read all articles by Maria Morera Johnson

Maria Johnson and Kristina Talbot discuss the changing role of motherhood when parenting children in different age groups. They invite the lister into an intimate conversation about what changes and what stays the same as children grow older, how prayer and the domestic church move within these season, and looking ahead to developing trust in the Lord as the children enter young adulthood and grad...

Maria and Allison have an intimate conversation about friendship, including disappointments and encouragement for seeking true friendship.   Links for this Episode:  The Importance of True and Holy  Friendships On Christian  Friendship

Maria Morera Johnson interviews Meigs Turgeon, Special Assistant to the President at Holy Cross Family Ministries, about the important priest and brothers of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Meigs Turgeon, Special Assistant to the President, Fr. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., at Holy Cross Family Ministries. Meigs joined HCFM from Austin, Texas where he most recently served as Assistant Director of the Holy C...

Maria Morera Johnson and Inés Mersch have a conversation about the post-holidays yearning for peace. Inés Huber Mersch is a faithful Catholic wife, mother, and grandmother residing in Mobile, Alabama. Her strong attraction to Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament led to her being invited to participate in the steering committee that brought Perpetual Adoration to the Archdiocese of Mobile and continu...

Maria, Allison, and Fr. Charlie chat about Pope Leo's favirote movies and their take on It's a Wonderful Life and The Sound of Music. Sta tuned for Part two next month!   Links for this Episode:  Pope Leo's Top Four Movie Pics

Maria Morera Johnson and Allison Gingras get together for a fun conversation about Christmas. Maria and Allison chat about Christmas and their family traditions.   Links for this Episode:  Patrick the Donkey's Story Shepherd Roy's Story Angel Malak's Story

Maria and seminarian John Paul Pierce have a lovely conversation about his discernment journey. Let us pray for all seminarians in formation.   Links for this Episode:  USCCB Resources for Vocations  

Maria Morera Johnson and Heidi Hess Saxton interview Greg Willits, author of God Doesn't Hate Me After All: Discovering Louis de Montfort's Love of Eternal Wisdom (Sophia Institute Press). Greg Willits is a Catholic author, media creator, and evangelist. Founder of RosaryArmy.com, along with his wife, Jennifer Greg has written numerous books, including the newly published  God Doesn't Hate Me Afte...

Maria and Allison discuss the high hopes they have for Advent, and the reality that it is a time to slow down and wait.   Links for this Episode:  Catholic Mom Advent Playlist on Spotify

Maria Morera Johnson interviews Gracie Jagla, author of  If the Pope Had a Puppy (OSV Kids). Gracie Jagla is a wife, mother, and award-winning children's book author, with a heart for writing faith-filled stories that draw children (and their families) closer to the love of Jesus. She also writes and hosts the podcast Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime — a cozy, bi-weekly show where Catholic children's...

Maria Morera Johnson interviews Catholic Mom contributor Caitrin Bennett, author of the award-winning book, Holier Matrimony (Marian Press). Caitrin Bennett is a homeschooling mom of 4 young children, and author of the award-winning book  Holier Matrimony: Married Saints, Catholic Vows, and Sacramental Grace .   Links for this Episode:  Holier Matrimony: Married Saints, Catholic Vows, and Sacramen...

Maria Morera Johnson has a fun conversation with Lisa Hendey about her new book, Jesus Every Day, Jesus Every Way (Loyola Press). In  Jesus Every Day, Jesus Every Way , Lisa Hendey invites readers into ongoing friendship with Jesus that unfolds not only in quiet prayer but in the everyday rhythms of life, from carpools to hospital rooms. This 52-week devotional uses Lectio Divina to help you refle...