Blessed Is She The Gathering Place

We have a hard time resting. With all of the distractions of daily life, true rest can fall to the side. In this week's episode, we are joined by Lisa Brenninkmeyer who shares with us the joy that comes when we lean back in the Lord.

Ever wondered what’s the deal with novenas? Come pray and learn with us!

The world is noisy. It can be really hard to hear Him. In this week's podcast, Jenna and Beth talk about the importance of silence and social media. The Lord speaks in a whisper. Let's lean in closer and quiet ourselves so that we can hear Him.

He’s cheering you on ⚽️ Who needs to remember this word?

In this week's episode, Beth and Jenna chat with Mike Guizar about going all in with the Lord and the surprise adventures He has brought along the way. Let's step out with confidence in Him. The game has already been won. Trust the Spirit and go.

Struggling to see clearly? The Lord’s not.

Here at BIS, we're all about two things: prayer + community. Download our PDF for this topic: https://blessedisshe.net/conversation-starters/  Learn more about our writers: https://blessedisshe.net/staff/   Learn about Blessed is She: https://blessedisshe.net/about/

In this week's episode, Beth and Jenna sit down to chat about being single and hoping in the Lord. Being single is more than just sitting around and waiting for a date. It's that every time time we bring our desires to the Lord in the waiting, we are intertwined with Him more and more.

God is not limited by your weakness - only you are.

This week, we are joined by Kelsey Dassance, our social media & event coordinator. Kelsey shares her story how she met the Lord and discovered what it means to find belonging in Christ. Remember: You are His. In Him is where you belong.

Welcome to season six of The Gathering Place! In this episode, Beth and Jenna sit down to chat about new things in 2020 and the call to holiness. Embracing the Gospel message means it's time for transformation. We are so excited to be back with you!

You have got some heavenly friends waiting for you!! Watch this video on YouTube. 

You are not a failure. He chose you for everything that you are. Watch this video on YouTube. 

Join us as we hear from Fr. Agustino of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal for a Q&A all about racism, the Church, and what role we play in this conversation on human dignity. Check out Part 1 with a beautiful teaching from Fr. Agustino all about Catholic Social Teaching. Find out more about the CFRs: https://www.franciscanfriars.com/ Find out more about Corazón Puro: http://corazonpuro.org/about-us.html

Join us as we hear from Fr. Agustino of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal on the rich social teachings of the Catholic Church and what She teaches on the dignity of the human person.  Find out more about the CFRs: https://www.franciscanfriars.com/ Find out more about Corazón Puro: http://corazonpuro.org/about-us.html

Today's episode is the last one of season five, and so we brought in a special surprise. Today we hear Blessed is She's Spiritual Advisor Father John Parks speak about current racial tensions in America and what we, as Catholics, can do about it. Editor's note: You can watch the videos from this podcast episode on our YouTube channel. Links below. Resource: Teachable Tuesday Q&A with Father Parks & Jenna Guizar ARRR Prayer -- Acknowledge, Relate, Receive, and Respond. Reconciling the Body of Christ // Fr. Mike Schmitz & Fr. Josh Johnson Healing the Racial Divide // Fr. Josh Johnson Father, Forgive the Sin of Racism // Homily by Bishop Olmstead Bishop Barron's Pentecost Homily Music by Dylan Emmet

In today’s episode we pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary. Please join us. Resource: How to Pray the Rosary

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!