Catholic Country Chronicles

This month, Hannah is joined by her sister, Melaine Myklebust, for a conversation about hearing the Lord's voice, recognizing His presence in both the ordinary and extraordinary moments of life, and the unique ways He communicates with each of us. From powerful encounters with the Holy Spirit to the simple moments of everyday life, Hannah and Melaine share personal testimonies of how they've exper...

As part of the Rosary Reflection series, Abby reflects on the fourth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Finding of Jesus in the Temple, in this week's blog reading. She shares how our imperfections don’t have to be something we hide from Jesus. Instead, they can become the very places where He meets us with His love and grace. For more inspiring content, head to catholiccountrychronicles.com

In a series on the Rosary, Leah dives into the Annunciation of Mary. After a colicky spell with her newborn son, she contemplated how he fell asleep close to her heart. Her heartbeat was the first sound he had ever heard, and was his constant companion for 9 months. That means that Jesus' first sound was also His mother's heart. The Immaculate Heart of Mary is a special devotion that Leah explores...

On this weeks blog reading, Leah writes about her new parish name- The Transfiguration. She talks about the theological virtue of hope that the disciples would have received to sustain them while they watched our Lord suffer during the agony in the garden. You can find the full blog post here- https://www.catholiccountrychronicles.com/post/the-transfiguration-and-our-reason-to-hope

Sisters Hannah and Abby are joined by their sister Angela for a very real conversation about friendship, vulnerability, and figuring out who actually gets access to your heart. They talk about different seasons of life, building community, letting people show up for you, and why friendship does not have to be fancy. Sometimes it is deep heart talks. Sometimes it is hot mess playdates. Sometimes it...

This summer, Hannah somehow convinced herself there was not a single person in Central Minnesota with a pickup truck who could help her. Which is, frankly, ridiculous! What started as a county fair problem turned into a much bigger conversation with the Lord about self-reliance and the beauty of community. Head over to catholic.country.chronicles.com to find the original blog post and other inspir...

Abby shares a story that has been weighing on her heart since this summer. She chose to keep the peace with a complete stranger rather than make peace for her child. However, sometimes the Lord uses unlikely sources, even a simple social media post, to pave the way for deeper understanding! A simple Facebook post illuminated the difference between being a peacekeeper and a peacemaker. We are calle...

This week, Leah finishes off the series on the 5 senses with touch. But she takes a unique twist, focusing on the body. She shares the story of her son off at a military academy, and how he is disciplining his body to discipline his mind, and how that closely relates to our faith. You can find the original post here- catholiccountrychronicles.com/post/the-5-senses-and-the-catholic-faith-touch-and-...

Join me in praying the daily prayers of the Apostolate for Family Consecration. Catholic Country Chronicles' host, Leah Brix, is a lay member of the Apostolate for Family Consecration. She recorded the prayers to make them accessible to everyone. The AFC owns the copyrights to the prayers. You can find them and their life-changing work here- Home | Apostolate for Family Consecration Catholic Count...

We continue our series on The 5 Senses of the Catholic Faith with smell! In this week's blog reading, Abby makes some unexpected connections between the necessary assortment of clothes needed to survive life in the Midwest, the charisms and gifts of the Holy Spirit, and two of the most recognizable smells found in the Catholic faith: incense and Sacred Chrism. Just as there is a season for every s...

You've probably heard people talk about spiritual gifts, but what exactly is a charism, and how do you know which ones God has given you? Hannah is joined by her sister Kristin Molitor to break down charisms in a practical, everyday way. They talk about what charisms are, how they are different from natural talents and Clifton Strengths, how to discern them, and why understanding your gifts can ch...

This week, Leah reads her blog post from the 5 Senses series on the sense of sight. She takes us back to John's Gospel and focuses on Jesus, the Light of the World. Dear Lord, I thank you for the gift of my sight. This incredible sense brings me so much joy. Help me to close my eyes to anything that is disordered or unhealthy. Let me use my sight to grow closer to You by praying with Sacred Art, g...

In this week’s blog, Abby shares a story about how putting her guitar down to hold a crying baby led to a beautiful moment of praise, as the youth in the congregation joined her in singing and lifted their voices loudly! In contrast, she shares another story of having to silently praise during the Gloria at Mass due to a tired singing voice. Either way, praise is an essential element of our faith,...

We kick off a brand new series on the 5 senses this week, leading off with the sense of taste. Join Leah as she talks about the reactions of the young 2nd graders during First Communion practice, then talks about the mystery of receiving Jesus in the Eucharist, and the irony in the humble form of the True Presence. You can find the original blog post here- The 5 Senses and the Catholic Faith: Tast...

John 10:10 says, "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly." In this week's blog reading Abby shares a powerful story of when the Lord physically healed her vocal polyps. Since then she noticed some of the greatest spiritual warfare in her life has taken place in her inner voice and the way she speaks about myself. The enemy wants t...

What do you do when you're alone in Eucharistic Adoration with a preschooler who suddenly needs the bathroom—and you know you can't leave Jesus unattended? In this episode, I share the true story of a quiet Tuesday afternoon at our little country Oratory when I found myself in an impossible situation. Just as I prayed, "Jesus, help me," an unexpected visitor walked through the church doors at the...

Summer is in full swing, and all three Catholic Country Chronicles gals are back together for a fun, chit-chat-filled conversation! In this episode, Abby, Leah, and Hannah chat about some of their favorite summer traditions—from county fairs and showing cattle to Catholic conferences, Corpus Christi processions, and the National Eucharistic Revival. Along the way, they share hilarious stories from...

In this episode of Catholic Country Chronicles , Leah reads her latest blog post, "Eucharistic Adoration: Responding to Jesus' Invitation to Keep Watch with Him." After an unexpected nudge during Mass—and a parish bulletin announcement that felt like God speaking in neon lights—Leah found herself returning to a weekly Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament. In this personal reflection, she shares...

If you know Abby or Leah, you know they can be a little dramatic when severe weather is in the forecast! In this week's blog, Abby shares a humorous story about searching for holy water before a tornado warning, summer storms interrupting family celebrations, and the beautiful reminder that even when He appears to be sleeping, Jesus, the Prince of Peace, is always with us in the midst of our perso...

In this week's blog reading, Abby shares a humbling experience during the Good Friday service that led to a beautiful encounter with Christ. If you're parenting young children, this episode is for you. Be encouraged to know that your child's behavior at Mass is not a reflection of your worth or your character. The season of bringing little ones to church can feel long, exhausting, and even like a...

What happens when a 1,400-pound steer collides with your child—and he walks away? In this episode, I share the true story of a terrifying farm accident that could have ended in tragedy but instead became a profound reminder of God's providence. As I watched helplessly from the sidelines, I was certain the worst had happened. What unfolded next left our family asking: Was it simply a series of fort...

In honor of Father's Day, we have an exciting blog reading for you this week! We are joined by our very own dad, Joe, as he reads his blog about what it means to be a good father. In this episode we hear of the importance of the sacrament of penance and reconciliation, the power of conversion, and the qualities that make up a good father. You can find the original post as well as other inspiring c...

Join us for our Catholic Country Chronicles monthly chit-chat! This month, Leah and Maggie cover all things June—from June Dairy Month to the Sacred Heart devotion to wedding season. Buckle up… they’re fast-talking, energetic, and full of laughs. Enjoy the ride! Catholic Country Chronicles | Everyday Inspiration for Catholic Women

Join Abby as she reads her blog this week about the ordinary moments of evangelization! It can be so easy to put up blinders to this current season of life while waiting for God to use us in the next one. God is not waiting for some future version of us to serve Him. He is using us right now! To read the original post or other fun content head over to our website catholiccountrychronicles.com .

In this week’s blog reading, Leah takes a trip down memory lane and reflects on how her memories are often experienced through sounds and smells rather than dates and timelines. From the creak of the milkhouse door swinging shut to the sweet aroma of freshly cut alfalfa, memories emerge as a rich blend of sensory experiences and emotions. Drawing from these reflections, Leah explores how the wisdo...