The Gathering Place, a Podcast from Blessed is She

Life. Human dignity. Love. It's all in this episode! Beth and Jenna chat with Sister Giovanna Mariae, who is part of the Sisters of Life. They talk about how protecting the sanctity of life is so much more than just praying outside abortion clinics, and what it means to fall in love with life. Resources mentioned: Sisters of Life Blessed is She retreats Prayer for Life What ways can you fall in love with life today? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

In this episode, Beth and Jenna answer one of the most frequently asked questions for the Blessed is She team: how do you start reading the Bible? If you've ever desired to read the Word more often, or if you're struggling with how to start, this is the podcast episode for you. Resources mentioned: The Creation Project #BISVBS on YouTube Mark 5:41 Romans 8:28 Mark 1:1-8 Lectio Divina Ignatian Contemplation The Well Mentorship Program What's your favorite book of the Bible? How do you interact with Scripture in your life? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

In this episode, Beth and Jenna chat with Rachel Leininger, wife, mama, and Catholic author/speaker extraordinaire. Rachel tells us all about how a quirky English professor in college changed her perspective and trajectory in life with one simple question: What do you care about? Resources mentioned: The Reap Team "Feeling Good" by Michael Bublé Genesis 50:20 Abiding Together Podcast Well, it's your turn! What do YOU care about? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Does conflict make you uncomfortable? Well, this episode is for you! Beth and Jenna chat all about how healthy conflict is crucial to maintaining God-honoring relationships, how your family of origin influences your conflict style, and how to be intentional about getting better at conflict. Resources: Counseling Cheer on Netflix What are your thoughts on conflict? Is it easy or difficult for you? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

In this episode, Beth and Jenna sit down with Sister Mary Claire Strasser, a sister in the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity. They chat about how to find hope in the Lord, even when you've prayed and wrestled through the same issues over and over again. Resources: SOLT Sisters The Secret Diary of Elisabeth Leseur Psalm 13 Romans 5:5 Do you struggle with feeling hopeless? Can you see where the Lord is working in your life right now? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

In this episode, Beth and Jenna talk about cultivating the "secret place," or the "inner room," in our hearts for the Lord. They talk about how to start a prayer life (hint: it's pretty simple!), why a daily conversation with the Lord is so important, and how and why we can discuss our personal prayers with others. Resources: Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Ávila How's your inner room? Where's the secret place you encounter God? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

We're all feeling a little bit anxious right now, aren't we? It totally makes sense, but how do we cope with it? In this episode, we talk with Chika Anyanwu all about how Christians still encounter worry, even with prayer and Jesus on our side, how being in therapy doesn't have to be at odds with your faith, and the power of gratitude. Resources: My Encounter: How I Met Jesus in Prayer by Chika Anyanwu "Palm of Your Hand" by TRIBL St. Padre Pio's "Stay With Me" Prayer Neurofeedback How's your heart, sister? Are you struggling with anxiety right now? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

It's here; the Triduum, in arguably one of the weirdest times in our lives. In this episode, Beth and Jenna (from a safe six feet apart!) chat about tweaking Holy Week practices in the time of a pandemic and how they're feeling Jesus' call to deeper intimacy throughout. Resources: We are livestreaming the entire Triduum Mass on our Facebook page and Instagram. We would love it if you would join us! Holy Thursday at 8PM ET Good Friday at 3PM ET Easter Vigil at 9PM ET Easter Sunday at 11AM ET How have you been encountering Jesus during this season of isolation? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

In this episode, it's all about Mama Mary! Beth and Jenna sit down with Sister Maria Kim-Ngân Bùi, a Daughter of St. Paul and Blessed is She contributor. They open up all about their encounters with the Blessed Mother, how praying the Rosary brings us so much closer to Jesus, and how Our Lady saved Sister's life, little by little. Resources mentioned: Blessed is She retreats Flame of Love by Elizabeth Kindelmann What is your relationship with Mary like? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

In this episode, Beth and Jenna chat with author and Blessed is She writer Laura Kelly Fanucci. They discuss all the ways that God pursues each of us individually, and how we can look at grief and loss with eyes of hope. Resources mentioned: One Beautiful Dream by Jennifer Fulwiler Risen: 50 Ways to Live Easter A Free Easter Gathering with Laura Kelly Fanucci on April 11 at 1pm ET. What are some ways that God is showing up for you in darkness? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!