The Mighty Is Her Call Podcast

Your birthday, an anniversary, Mother's Day–these days can be a complicated combination of expectation, anticipation, joy, and delight, often mixed with disappointment and resentment when what we've imagined is a far cry from what the day delivers. Annie and Jolly share their experiences with this familiar cycle by discussing some occasions where they were left deflated after a special day. They a...

Sometimes the words "self-care" can create an unpleasant response in us, making us feel like it's just one more thing we are failing at, or one more thing we need to fit in. Today, Annie and Jolly will talk about how the simplest form of self-care is spending time with dear friends. They will examine Psalm 27:9 and share their experiences of how the Lord has renewed and refreshed them through deep...

This time of year is full of late nights, pool days and extra family time. It also often includes a family "vacation." Jolly and Annie discuss why they think it's better to call it a "trip," since packing, prep, long days in the car and adventures away from home with children are anything but a vacation. So, if you are looking ahead to a big family trip and wondering if you have the strength and e...

We know motherhood is full of beauty and joy and wonder, but we also know it's full of tedious tasks, constant work, and endless duties. Annie and Jolly will discuss ways to approach the drudgery of daily tasks and expound on the reality that sanctification comes through daily work, especially the work of motherhood.    Scripture reference: Ephesians 1:3-10  

As we approach the summer months, we thought we would spend some time considering the change in routine and the challenges that accompany those changes. Annie and Jolly will share some of the things that have worked for their families and offer some tips for keeping your sanity as you continue to give your all for your children.  Mighty Is Her Call is a Catholic mothers ministry that encourages wo...

May can be the craziest month for moms. Today, Jolly and Annie will look, in a special way, at the letting go that often defines this time of year. Whether you are grieving the baby who will go off to school next year, the high school graduate who is anxious to move on, or the college graduate who isn't sure what's next, we know there is much to learn. We will discuss the call to surrender and enc...

Today we are going to discuss how sometimes we need to take a minute to take care of ourselves but that our children also love us whether we are showered and clean or not. Annie will also tell a story of one of her most humiliating moments as a mom as we examine the truth that our children can be a source of humility and humor but we know God works it all together for good for our salvation and fo...

In today's episode we change gears a little and talk about some of the humorous absurdities of motherhood. Whether your hope is constantly dashed over not getting to go to the bathroom alone, or your children can't find their shoes on the way out the door to Sunday mass, these universal truths certainly bring humor to our days. Join us as we laugh 'till we cry about interrupted phone calls, lost s...

As we head into Holy Week we want to spend some time reflecting on the Triduum and ways to observe these holy days as a family, particularly in light of the vocation of motherhood. We know the season of motherhood you are in makes all the difference in how you observe these days. We also want to remind you that as you embrace the self-gift of motherhood, you are placed in a unique position to ente...

In today's episode we check-in with where we are spiritually and what the Lord is doing in us (so far) this Lenten season. We recognize that this vocation can feel like a barrier to spiritual flourishing, particularly if we are longing for quiet contemplation. We will examine the ways the Lord is calling us to greater holiness and surrender through all the seasons of motherhood and discuss ways we...

Today's episode is titled "You are the Potter; I am the Clay" and we will be talking about the beautiful analogy of the Potter and the Clay in scripture, and dig into that imagery a little as it relates to motherhood and the work God is doing in our lives and in our domestic churches.  Scriptures: Isaiah 64:8; Philippians 1:6  St Irenaeus Quotes  "You do not make God; God makes you. If you are God...

The season of Lent begins tomorrow and on today's show we will discuss ways to embrace simplicity —to be truly open to what the Lord is calling us to and to let go of what we think it should look like in this season. We will also examine the nature of this vocation as essentially Lenten and ways to enter into that reality in a new way during this season.  Scripture references: Romans 5:3-4; Philip...

Today we will discuss the frequent disparities between what we think about how we are doing as a mom and what is true. We know we are often our own worst critics, so we believe it is worth taking some time to remind you what an amazing job you are doing in this vocation.  Mighty Is Her Call is a Catholic mothers ministry that encourages women who have embraced the call to openness to life by procl...

In today's podcast we will discuss the concept of Ego-drama vs. Theo-drama as explained by Fr. Hans Urs von Balthasar and how that distinction can inspire the proper perspective to the highs and lows of motherhood, including the mundane details of our lives. We will consider that it is in the seemingly small moments that God reveals the most about himself.  Scripture references for this episode: R...

Today we talk about the promises of God in light of suffering and hardship and where we find our hope and peace, especially as we surrender to God's will in our motherhood. Whether we are struggling with the day to day tasks of constant giving, grappling with heartache and loss, or just feeling plain overwhelmed, we know we serve a God who delights over us with singing. Come find refuge in Him, wi...

In today's episode, we will begin by examining the mightiness of God and the essential need to see yourselves through His eyes. We will examine our great need for God's mightiness in every season of motherhood, particularly when we feel unseen and unappreciated and how to look at these hardships through the lens of God's greatness.  Scripture references for this episode: Psalm 147:5; Job 26:14; Ze...

On today's episode, we will discuss pregnancy in a special way, through the lens of our sanctification and the profound call of mercy it is in our spiritual lives. We will look at several scriptures and consider the best perspective, particularly in times of weakness. We know God is doing a holy and sanctifying work as he uses our bodies to build the kingdom of heaven. Scriptures: Romans 12:1,2; A...

Today we will go over our mission statement and go a into a little more detail about how Mighty Is Her Call got started and what we believe God wants to do with this ministry and why Catholic motherhood is essential for our personal sanctification and the sanctification of the world. You are not alone; we understand what God is asking of you! The Mission Statement of Mighty Is Her Call : Mighty Is...

Welcome to our first ever MIHC Podcast! Today we will be introducing ourselves and talking about who we are as a ministry, why a podcast, and why we believe motherhood is a sacred, Christ-like calling that needs to be elevated in our culture.  Mighty Is Her Call is a Catholic mothers ministry that encourages women who have embraced the call to openness to life by proclaiming the radically Christ-l...