Catholic Moms in the Middle

In this week's show, Jennie talks with sacred artist, Kate Capato , about her mission to help others encounter the Divine through beauty. Kate is a sacred art painter and inspirational speaker who magnifies Christ by brining to life truth, goodness and beauty through her artwork.   Kate shares that she has always had a love for beauty and art. As a child, she was always drawing, painting...

In this show, I talk with Fr. Mark Nolte about a recent mission trip to Brazil where he witnessed many healings. Fr. Mark shares stories the many miracles that he witnessed, but he also talks about how these healings and miracles should and can be a normal occurrence for the church.  We discussed how many people are skeptical of healings and if they are actually possible through prayer....

At the beginning of a new year, many people create new year's resolutions. They are hopeful that they will be able to reach their goals during the year. In this show, I share a different approach to setting goals for the year. So often, resolutions are made from a place of trying to "fix" what is wrong in your life. Instead, I challenge you to reflect on the past year. Sit down with a hot cup of t...

In this week's show, I talk with Judy Zelden. Judy is one of the original members of the Magnificat Ministry which started in New Orleans over 40 years ago. Judy shares how the ministry was created to help women support and encourage one another by sharing their personal testimony and by creating an intimate relationship with Christ. Like the Blessed Mother, all women are encouraged to receiv...

In this episode, I talk with podcast host, Kate Eschbach, about her journey into the Catholic Church and how her life was forever changed when she literally tripped over a saint. A very pregnant Kate tripped over a prayer card of St. Dymphna as she walked into her bedroom. They prayer card written in Spanish appeared out of now where and led Kate on a beautiful journey to learn more about St. Dymp...

In this week's show I talk with Fr. Dan Reehil, the host of Battle Ready with Fr. Dan , about how the Enemy works in our daily lives. The good news is that the Enemy only has as much control as you give him. God is always greater! There are thought patterns, beliefs and feelings that open the door to the Enemy wreaking havoc, creating confusion and keeping you stuck. Father Dan shares st...

In this week's show, I talk with my friend and colleague in ministry, Joan Watson. After years of working in the Diocese of Nashville as the Director of Faith Formation, Joan took her dream job with Verso Ministries in South Bend, Indiana. Her new role is to prepare the hearts and souls for pilgrims before, during and after their pilgrimage.  Joan shares,   "One thing I think i...

In this week's show, I talk with my friend, Elsie Ollapally, about her family's connection to Mother Teresa in India. Elsie shares stories about one of Mother's convents being across the alley from her family home. Her stories are heartwarming and inspiring! As a young girl, Mother Teresa warns Elsie about moving to America, yet Elsie courageously goes where she feels God is calling her. She share...

In this week’s show,   A Medjugorje Heart , I talk with my friend, Michelle Contich, who just returned from her first pilgrimage to Medjugorje. Michelle shares that she discovered the gifts of Medjugorje as she sought healing during a difficult season of life. The gifts that Michelle unwrapped were all about God’s great love. The love found in the sacrament of Reconciliation, being called to...

In my recent podcast  Divine Discoveries , I shared the abundant connections that God has placed in my life over the past six months. One of those connections is Joanne Moody. In the  podcast , I explained how reading Joanne’s book encouraged me to take more risks in sharing my faith. Her book,  Everyday Supernatural: Experiencing God’s Unexpected Manifestation in Your Life , challe...

In this show, I talk with Kimberly Hahn on how she lives her Catholic faith in her marriage and family life. Kimberly shares her journey into the Catholic faith and gives insight and wisdom on how a faith-filled marriage can inspire others.  Kimberly's honesty and witness will encourage you to take an honest look at how you can share your faith in more profound ways with your family and frien...

In this show, Jennie explores her journey with the Holy Rosary and how it is an important part of her prayer life.  Jennie shares, I can remember feeling a sense of dread as a child when someone would say, "let's pray the rosary." I didn't understand the rosary and I didn't understand its importance. In all honesty, it took a while for me to mature in my faith so that the rosary bec...

In this week's show, Jennie talks with Kim Derrick about her hospice ministry. Kim is a long time hospice nurse and the founder and executive director of the Heart of Mary House in Nashville, Tennessee. Kim shares how she saw a need for those without a home or support to receive hospice care in the midst of a loving environment. Kim's desire to offer a safe, comfortable, peaceful home for the dyin...

This week in Catholic Moms in the Middle , Jennie interviews Jean Heaton about her book, Helping families Recover from Addiction . Jean shares her family's journey through the 12 step program and how she was personally impacted by the steps more than she ever imagined. Jean is honest about the struggles, worries and fears that come with addiction.  Jean's book is powerful and applicable...

As a midlife woman I am sure that you’ve experienced your share of deception over the years. As you’ve listened to my story, maybe you can relate to a specific time you’ve been deceived. It could be a financial situation like the bitcoins where you thought that you were going to strike it rich… maybe you were deceived at work.. after years of pouring your heart and soul into your career… you were...

What I'm going to share with you in this podcast might shock you! You might not even like what I have to say, but please listen all the way through And I promise you it will change your outlook on the difficult people in your life. So let's talk about what makes someone difficult. We could all pick that one person and create a mile long list of all of the reasons that they are difficult. According...

In this week's show, Jennie talks with Susan Skinner and Ashley Blackburn about a book they recently published on family healing. The book, The Queen's Triumph: Family Healing Prayer Book, was a result of several years of prayer and discernment for them. Susan and Ashley share their journey from when God placed writing prayers on their hearts to share in their weekly prayer group to the process of...

In this week's podcast on Catholic Moms in the Middle, Jennie shares her experience of taking a child to college and becoming an empty nester. Jennie's youngest son, Jackson, joins her to share his perspective of moving away from home and starting college. In this honest conversation, Jennie and Jackson share the challenges, fears and uncertainties that come from embarking on a new season of life....

In this episode of " Catholic Moms in the Middle, " Jennie welcomes Dr. Bob Schuchts to share about his ministry, the John Paul II Healing Center and to discuss healing. Healing from God can occur physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Many people tend to believe that healing is not possible for them due to various circumstances or that it only happens to others. Jennie and Dr. Schucht...

In this heartfelt conversation, Paul and Teresa Davis share their poignant journey of grief after losing their son, Kevin. They describes Kevin's vibrant personality and the close bond he shared with his older brother, Phillip. Tragically, during Kevin's junior year in college, he passed away in an accident while on spring break. The news devastated the community, and the Davises were overwhelmed...