The Catholic Mama

The dove is the most common symbol for the Holy Spirit in Christian iconography, but can you name these others? Why do we associate these symbols with Him? Answers in this mini episode of Catechism Fridays! Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don...

What's the reasoning behind women wearing veils at Mass? Why is breastfeeding so hard even when it's the most natural thing in the world to do? How can we discipline our children with a Catholic perspective? What can you do to choose a good spouse for you? Christine answers this questions in this episode. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gl...

How do we decide what is good for us? How does the Church arrive at her teachings on birth control and natural family planning? In this episode, which is part I in a mini-series, Christine and Pat discuss Natural Law Theory, its definitions and how to apply to humans as rational animals. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp...

As we celebrate the Lord's Ascension and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, we begin to explore who the Holy Spirit is in this week's mini episode of Catechism Fridays. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don't miss an episode, as well a...

As the churches begin to reopen after Coronavirus quarantine, we'll be heading back to Mass soon. After months away, many parents have the same question on their minds - How are my children going to do in Mass? Catholic children's book author and convert Jennifer Sharpe shares some great advice on how to engage children in the Mass. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Su...

What do you do when you want to believe in God, Jesus, and the Catholic faith but feel that you don't have the appropriate amount of data in order to do so? In this episode Christine and husband Pat tackle a listener-submitted question on what to do with doubts about faith, providing answers and resources. Be sure to visit The Catholic Mama website for all the resources mentioned in today's show.

Christ ascended into heaven...so when does it come back? What are we to do in the meantime? Find out in this episode of Catechism Fridays. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don't miss an episode, as well as help others discover The Catholic Mam...

In our current culture, femininity has been hypersexualized, and girls and women are wrongly told that in order to be beautiful they must use and display their bodies in specific and sexual ways. In this episode, Christine chats with Catholic wife and mother Adele Collins from @simplelifemusings to discuss the beauty of femininity from a Catholic perspective. Have a question or topic for Christine...

No matter your baseline, now's the time to develop a fruitful spiritual life. In this episode, Christine and Pat discuss ways that they have found to be the most doable, interesting, and productive during quarantine and how they plan to continue them when quarantine is over. For the resources mentioned in the episode, head to The Catholic Mama  - https://thecatholicmama.com/catholicism-saints/ep-1...

In the final event of Christ's life here on Earth, He ascends to Heaven. What happens during that event? What comes next? Learn the answers in this week's mini-episode of Catechism Fridays. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don't miss an episod...

The teachings of faith AND works in the Catholic Church may be one of the most misunderstood doctrines. In this episode, Pat and Christine tackle this topic, as well as offer ideas for how to live a life of faith and take a 30 day faith challenge. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to sub...

God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit worked together in unity to complete the Resurrection and fulfill the predictions of Scripture. Learn how in this week's mini episode of Catechism Fridays. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don't mis...

Catholic wife, mother, author, and speaker Claire Dwyer joins Christine in this episode to dive into the lives of the Catholic saints: How to embrace the saints no matter how long ago they lived, which saints are particularly great for mothers and fathers, and how we can use their example to lead our own lives. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://fo...

Memorist and Holy Apostles College professor Dr. Cynthia Toolin-Wilson shares her story on this episode of The Catholic Mama podcast - from before she was born, when her mother attempted to chemically abort her to the consequences that stemmed from that event for much of her life.  Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like...

Was the Resurrection of Jesus a real physical event? Can it be historically attested? In this episode of Catechism Fridays, Christine uses the Catholic Catechism to answer these questions. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don't miss an episode...

Genie Shaw of BarefootAbbey.com joins Christine on this episode of The Catholic Mama podcast to talk about why we should celebrate Easter for more than just one day and how to keep the celebrations going at home through Pentecost. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave...

Based on a listener submitted question, Christine and Pat discuss justification, sanctification, and how to grow in holiness with your spouse, if you're both committed to a life of faith. (If you're looking to convert your spouse, give a listen to Episode 91). ---- Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? D...

"He descended into Hell and on the third day rose again." In this mini episode, Christine uses the Catholic Catechism to shed light onto what Jesus did during his time in hell.  Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don't miss an episode, as well a...

In today's episode, Christine shares a recent radio show she did with Gary Michuta on "Hands on Apologetics" on what the New Age Movement is, how it dovetails with those who claim to be "spiritual but not religious" and why it's so insidious in our culture. ---- Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don'...

Christine shares an episode of her husband's podcast, in which they discuss her journey into the Catholic faith, reflect on the meaning of the atonement, the process of sanctification, and the unyielding love of God. ... Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice rev...

After His death on the cross, Christ was brought down and quickly entombed. In this episode, we talk about His death and the time He spent in the tomb and what that means for us. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don't miss an episode, as well...

The definition of marriage in a contemporary popular context is quite different than what the Catholic Church teaches about it. In this episode, Dr. Perry Cahall, author of the recently released book Living the Mystery of Marriage: Building Your Sacramental Life Together , joins Christine to define marriage and talk about what he wishes all couples would know and understand about marriage, whether...

What a hodge podge episode today! Christine and Pat talk about starting a business, responding to criticism, the problem of suffering and pain, and more. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a nice review so you don't miss an episode, as well as help others discover T...

Mary Haseltine is a wife, homeschooling mom of six boys, doula, and pregnancy author. She joins Christine in this bonus episode to answer followers' questions on topics ranging from raising young men, homeschooling, and natural family planning. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://forms.gle/s2xGLPVje8287jcp9 Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscr...

In this mini-episode, spend ten minutes learning of God's love for each of us and how Christ's willing sacrifice redeemed us when no animal sacrifice ever could. Correction: Christine mistakenly mentions the veneration of the Cross as a Holy Thursday activity, when instead it is traditionally done on Good Friday. Have a question or topic for Christine and/or her husband Pat? Submit it at: https://...