The Schoenstatt Way of Life

Episode 28: "Only after she had freely said – again, in the name of mankind – the required yes to the death of the Redeemer, only after she had freely renounced her Mother-rights in favor of our claim over him, only after she had surrendered him for the sake of our sins and united her sacrifice with his – only then could the Savior exclaim in accordance with the precise unfolding of God's plan, 'I...

Episode 27: In this month’s episode, Julia shares with listeners the Keynote Address she gave at the 100th Anniversary of Women in Schoenstatt Event in Waukesha, WI on June 26, 2021. In the talk she shares her own story as a “Woman Touched by God, Authentic Reflection of Mary” as she reflects on how the Lord’s grace and mercy have been at work in her life (and in the life of her family) in powerfu...

Episode 26: "The more my heart beats in the heart of the Blessed Mother, the more my heart will beat in the heart of Christ." (Fr. Joseph Kentenich) - What really happens in our hearts when we enter into the Covenant of Love with the Blessed Mother? How is she at work taking "perfect care" in your own life? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin goes "Back to the Basics" on this episode reminding...

Episode 25: Where would you be without Schoenstatt? Who do you have to thank for bringing you into this Movement? In a special way this month we, as members of the Schoenstatt Family in the state of Ohio, collectively thank the Lis Family. Gordon and Carol were the first couple to bring the Schoenstatt Movement to Ohio, and on this episode we celebrate the life of Gordon, who passed into eternal l...

Episode 24: On this special crossover episode, author and host Julia Monnin shares a recently recorded episode of the Darting Through The Faith Podcast. The Darting Through The Faith Podcast is a weekly show hosted by Fr. Sean Wilson and Julia Monnin. On this episode, Fr. Sean and Julia share some reflections on John, Chapter 16. In a particular way, they share insights into the possible ways Mary...

Episode 23: "To swim in the ocean of mercies means to savor frequently all the gifts of love that God ever gave to me personally." (Fr. Joseph Kentenich) - Have you ever wanted to slow life down enough to stop and smell the roses? Then tune in to this episode on The Weekly Retreat! Taking a look at the book of Genesis, Chapter 2, author and host Julia Monnin shares with listeners one possible way...

Episode 22: "As often as I may lovingly contemplate your cross, let me trust no longer in money and possessions so that I can give myself with heart and mind, carefree and completely, to you and to my Mother." (Fr. Joseph Kentenich, Heavenwards) - Taking this quote as her inspiration for this episode, tune in as author and host Julia Monnin gives listeners some questions to ponder in prayer as we...

Episode 21: "When we acknowledge our smallness, God draws us into the very depth of his heart. It is wrong to become restless." (Fr. Joseph Kentenich) - What does this really mean? And how can we "become like children" and imitate our Mother by becoming a "little Mary" in the world? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin ponders these questions (and more!) as she takes a closer look at our Lord's...

Episode 20: "We will remain still when God wants to form us as instruments for the redemption of the world." - Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin takes a look at a reflection on the 5th Joyful Mystery, The Finding of Jesus in the Temple, written by Schoenstatt’s founder Fr. Joseph Kentenich. 

Episode 19: Tune is as author and host Julia Monnin shares some of the practical ways listeners of this show strive to live out their Covenant of Love in their everyday lives. This is Part 2 of the "Living the Covenant" series. Let us learn from one another!

Episode 18: Tune is as author and host Julia Monnin celebrates the 106th anniversary of the Schoenstatt Movement by sharing some of the practical ways she strives to live out her Covenant of Love in her everyday life. And be sure to tune in next month for Part 2, where she shares what other listeners are doing to live out theirs. Let us learn from one another!

Episode 17: What is Membership Dedication in the Schoenstatt Movement? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with special guest Susan Bernhold (Diocesan Leader of the Schoenstatt Mother's League in Ohio) as the two take a closer look at this question while welcoming 18 of the Movement's newest Members in the Mother's League. - - - "Members come from the ranks of the associate members w...

Episode 16: “Nothing without you. Nothing without us.” - Taken from the founding document of the Schoenstatt Movement, the Promises and Requests of Mary give those who make their Covenant of Love a beautiful foundational piece of their covenantal relationship with our Mother Thrice Admirable. On this episode author and host Julia Monnin reviews the 6 promises and 6 requests of Mary and invites lis...

Episode 15: "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:10). - On this episode author and host Julia Monnin takes a look at the Scripture passages found in Matthew 5:1-12 and Acts 5:12-42 as she reminds listeners not to fear the persecution that sometimes finds us in this world but to instead "rejoice that [you have been] considere...

Episode 14: "The Schoenstatt Movement is a powerhouse of grace." Often this statement is the lived reality of members making their Covenant of Love and of the many persons making pilgrimages to the Schoenstatt Shrines. Tune is as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with special guest Dr. Joey Miles as he shares his own personal example of the "powerhouse of graces" he received while visiting th...

Episode 13: "The Schoenstatt Movement is a powerhouse of grace." Often this statement is the lived reality of members making their Covenant of Love and of the many persons making pilgrimages to the Schoenstatt Shrines. Tune is as author and host Julia Monnin shares examples of the "powerhouse of graces" she has received while visiting some of the Daughter Shrines in the movement and introduces you...

Episode 12: Ever wonder why you have a tendency to react a certain way in certain situations? Why one person might prefer to be in charge and call all of the shots while another would much rather stay hidden and let someone else make all of the decisions? Having a basic understanding of the four temperaments might help! Listen in as author and host Julia Monnin presents this class to a group of co...

Episode 11: Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin bears her heart and soul about the recent cancellation of all publicly celebrated Catholic Masses and looks to the Blessed Mother for strength and guidance as she prayerfully responds to the question, "Now what?". 

Episode 10: As we grow spiritually the Lord slowly teaches us how to transition from resisting suffering to accepting, and even embracing, it. Join author and host Julia Monnin on this month's podcast as we prepare for the upcoming season of Lent and learn how we can better imitate Mary. Yes, even at the foot of the cross.

Episode 9: An elevator speech is a short description of something that explains the concept in a way such that any listener can understand it in a short period of time. What is your elevator speech when it comes to describing the Schoenstatt Movement? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin wonders about this herself and encourages all active members in Schoenstatt to consider how they would descr...

Episode 8: What was (and still is) Mary's mission and how does her mission relate to our own?  Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin shares thoughts and insights related to these questions and wonders if pure devotion to Mary really is a "shortcut" on the soul's journey to Christ.

Episode 7: Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin has a conversation with Sr. Danielle Peters and Fr. John Larson about their newly released book "Mother Thrice Admirable: An Introduction to the Mariology of Fr. Joseph Kentenich."

Episode 6: What is a "supernatural instinct" and how does it become awakened? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin discusses some of Fr. Kentenich's thoughts on the Visitation of the Blessed Mother to Elizabeth and unfolds the meaning of the following words from St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein): "To speak to God is easier by nature for woman than for man because a natural desire...

Episode 5: "I will be there God and they will be my people." Listen as author and host Julia Monnin unfolds the Covenant in Salvation History and explains how the "Covenant of Love" with Mary is an extension of the Covenant with God.

Episode 4: What does the story of the Visitation teach us about, what Schoenstatt calls, "Mission Consciousness"? Learn more on this podcast as author and host Julia Monnin shares thoughts on the importance of discovering (and living out) your role in God's plan.