Charisms for Catholics

Introducing: Charisms for Teens - A Guide for Catholic Youth! Welcome to the Charisms for Catholics show, hosted by Jill Simons. In this exciting episode, we announce the launch of the new book 'Charisms for Teens: The Passion Purpose Charisms for Teens.' This valuable resource is designed for both teenagers and parents, providing insights into understanding charisms, identity in faith, and making...

Welcome to today's episode of Charisms for Catholics, where we near the conclusion of our series on saints for each charism. This episode focuses on the charism of celibacy, featuring saints such as Saint Agnes, Saint Mary of Egypt, and Saint Irene of Thessalonica. We delve into their lives and how they exemplified celibate living, serving as remarkable symbols for both their times and ours. Joine...

In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into the often overlooked yet incredibly insightful resource "What Annoys You Based on Your Charisms and What You Can Do About It." Jill explains how understanding the spiritual gifts, or charisms, can help us identify and manage our annoyances, extending grace to others and deepening our spiritual journey. She shares personal an...

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, we delve into the charism of craftsmanship, featuring saints like St. Zelie Martin, St. Joseph, and St. Ravka. Host Jill and guest Teresa Zoe Williams discuss how these saints embody the use of craftsmanship to serve God and their communities, and offer insight into how contemporary craftsmen can discern and use their gifts for the greater good. The discu...

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons delves into a groundbreaking new resource that finally brings charism discernment to teens! After years of maintaining that high schoolers couldn't fully benefit from traditional charism assessments, Jill shares the exciting journey that led to the creation of a teen-specific tool. Listen as she recounts the collaborative effort with educ...

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, we explore the charism of discernment and its importance within the Church. Host Jill and guest Teresa Zoe Williams discuss several saints known for their strong discernment skills, including St. Joseph, St. Elizabeth, St. Zachariah, and St. Ignatius of Loyola. They examine how these saints exemplified discernment in their lives and the insight they provi...

Embracing Courage and Charisms in the New Year In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, Jill encourages listeners to embrace new beginnings and fresh opportunities in the new year. The discussion focuses on discerning and utilizing personal charisms and highlights the importance of growing in the virtue of courage. Listeners are urged to create a plan for being braver and trusting God more fully...

Introducing the First-Ever Charism Assessment for Teenagers! Take it here: https://manypartsministries.com/charisms-for-teens   Welcome to a special surprise episode of the Charisms for Catholics podcast! Jill introduces an exciting new tool: a dedicated charism assessment specifically designed for teenagers (ages 14-20). This new assessment, different from the adult version, features multiple-cho...

Exploring Saints for the Charism of Encouragement: Charisms for Catholics In this episode of 'Charisms for Catholics,' the discussion centers on saints who exemplify the charism of encouragement. The podcast highlights how encouragement is one of the most widely received charisms, reflecting God's heart for his people. The hosts explore the powerful impact of encouragement by discussing Zoe of Pam...

In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into the often messy and challenging nature of life transitions. Sharing her own current experiences, Jill explores how to navigate the complexities when moving from one season of life to another, especially when responsibilities remain that don't align with our primary charisms. She emphasizes the importance of integrity and per...

Exploring the Charism of Evangelism Through the Lives of Saints: In this episode of 'Charisms for Catholics,' the focus is on understanding the charism of evangelism through the stories of various saints. The hosts discuss how saints like Francis Xavier, Luke, Peter, and Paul exemplified evangelism in their lives, highlighting their unique ways of spreading the Christian faith. Special guest Teres...

In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into the intriguing question of balancing personal growth in virtue with the exercise of our spiritual gifts, or charisms. Drawing inspiration from the story of David Goggins and trends within the church, Jill explores the limits and pitfalls of pushing ourselves outside our comfort zones in order to grow in virtue. She emphasize...

Exploring Saints for the Charism of Faith: Examples from Saints In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, the focus is on the charism of faith, distinguishing between the general gift of faith received during baptism and confirmation and the charism of faith meant for the greater community. Examples of saints like St. Mary of Bethany, St. Jose Sanchez del Rio, and Blessed Chiara Luce Badano are s...

I would love to personally invite you to join us for our Advent walk through "Open Your Gifts" - twenty-one steps to charism discernment. We will post prompts daily in our community and the whole thing is free to join and participate in!  TO ACCESS TO OUR COMMUNITY YOU CAN: 1. Create a free account  on our new site here. 2. Once that's done, go  here  and tap "Join the community" 3. Checkout!  (It...

Exploring the Charism of Giving: Saints as Patrons and Inspirations: In this episode of the Charisms for Catholic podcast, the focus is on the charism of giving, exploring how several saints have exemplified this characteristic throughout their lives. Jill and Teresa Zoe Williams discuss saints like St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Catherine Drexel, and St. Nicholas, highlighting their lives of gener...

The Launch of Our Essential Handbook! In this special super mini episode of "Charisms for Catholics," we celebrate the exciting launch of our essential handbook on living your charisms! This must-have reference book is now available in Kindle, paperback, and hardback formats on Amazon, or directly from us for a special signed edition today only. In this episode, Jill also shares on how the sales o...

In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into a fascinating discussion on the interplay between Christian authority and charisms. Exploring the question of how our baptism as priest, prophet, and king aligns with and differs from possessing specific spiritual gifts, Jill uses relatable analogies to clarify the distinctions and overlaps. She unpacks how every baptized Ch...

Exploring the Charism of Healing through the Saints: In this episode of 'Charisms for Catholics,' the focus is on the charism of healing. Host Jill and guest Teresa Zoe Williams discuss how the charism manifests in the lives of three saints: St. Camillus de Lellis, St. Bernadette Soubirous, and St. Peregrine. They explore how these saints exemplified healing in varied ways through their lives and...

The "1001 Ways to Use Your Charisms" book referred to in this episode was reimagined as The Essential Handbook of Living Your Charisms. Here is the order page for The Essential Handbook of Living Your Charisms, which will begin shipping on Nov 13, 2024: https://manypartsministries.com/product/the-essential-handbook-on-living-your-charisms/  This book is the most comprehensive reference book on the...

In this enlightening episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons is joined by guest Theresa Zoe Williams to explore the Charism of Helps through the inspiring lives of three saints: Saint Louis Martin, Saint Timothy, and Saint Phoebe. They delve into how these saints epitomized the supportive and selfless spirit of the helps charism, from Saint Louis Martin's unwavering support for his f...

In this enlightening episode of **Charisms for Catholics**, host Jill Simons sits down with Lisa Brenninkmeyer, the founder of Walking with Purpose, to explore the profound themes of confidence and identity. Dive into three distinct sections—identity, friendship, and purpose—as Lisa shares her personal journey and lifelong battle with understanding her identity as a child of God through scripture....

In this enlightening episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons, along with guest Theresa Zoe Williams, delves into the charism of hospitality, showcasing saints who epitomized this spiritual gift. Discover the inspiring stories of St. Meinrad, who welcomed strangers even at great personal risk; St. Julian the Hospitaller, who selflessly served the poor and the sick; and St. Martha of Bet...

In this heartfelt episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons delves into the profound significance of supporting our priests, inspired by a prophetic insight received during the Encounter Conference. Jill explores the often-overlooked reciprocal relationship between the laity and their spiritual leaders, emphasizing how essential it is for Catholics to serve and uphold their priests. She...

In this enlightening episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons welcomes back guest Theresa Zoe Williams to delve into the charism of intercession. Together, they explore the profound spiritual journeys of saints known for their intercessory prayer, including the tireless devotion of Saint Monica, the mystical experiences of Padre Pio, and the unparalleled example of the Blessed Virgin Ma...

In this thought-provoking episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into the frequently asked question: "Do charisms ever get taken away?" Exploring the dynamic nature of spiritual gifts, Jill explains how charisms may shift in prominence throughout one's life journey rather than being removed. She emphasizes the importance of ongoing discernment and remaining in a state of grac...