Catholic Country Chronicles

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...

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...