A Seeking Heart

Allison speaks with author, Barbara Lee, about her new book, Answering God's Call: a Scripture-Based Journey for Older Adults (Loyola Press). Barbara and I share experience in the law field, though her career was far more illustrious than mine! Still, the lessons we learned there helped us do what God called us to after those careers. The Wisdom of Age and the Enthusiasm of Youth: The Blessing of Cross-Generational Bible Studies (I think that needs to be my next book title!). I shared Bishop da Cunha's newest Pastoral Letter and his poignant question, "What faith legacy do you want to leave?" Barbara's book includes Scripture verses pointing us to amazing role models for the older, more seasoned, adult.  Mariam packed a Tambourine for her journey through the Red Sea - God used her lifelong interest and talents to Glorify Him. He will do the same for with you - so dust off those lyres and harps! Some of my favorites featured stories — Anna at the Presentatio

Allison contributed to a new prayer book for Catholic Mothers:  The Ave Prayer Book for Catholic Mothers  from Ave Maria Press.  Joining her to discuss this amazing book is the prayer anthologies editor, Heidi Hess Saxton.   In this episode:   * Padre Pio and the ultra coolness of Guardian Angels - including a nifty hint for helping children pay attention and behave better in Mass. *Building Community with #PrayerStory and #AveMomsPray on Social Media!! Connecting Catholic mothers -- a beautiful side benefit of inspiring Catholic Books! *Pray Across America Retreats with Heidi, coming soon!! Visit here website- Life on the Road Less Traveled - for more information and find a location near you! *Allison shares her miraculous intercession from Bl. Solanus Casey!   To preorder the book visit:   www.AveMariaPress.com  and use code GINGRAS by Oct. 15th for $18 introductory pricing and Free Shipping!! Available here:  https://www.avemariapress.com/ products/ave-prayer-book-for- catholic-moth

What pure joy spending this time with Sr. Mary Ann Fatula, O.P. was!!! Wow! I'd describe her in three words: Gentle, Faithful, Uplifting (and also sweet, inspirational, knowledgeable, encouraging—okay, she clearly touched my heart!)   In this episode, we discuss her newest book,  Drawing Close to the Holy Spirit: Keys to a Transformed Life and Joyful Heart  from Sophia Institute Press.    *How do you develop and intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit *The Holy Spirit, the beLOVEd <~ notice anything cool there ;) brings God's love to us in unexpected ways. *Learn simple prayers that open your heart to an untapped trillion-dollar treasure!   *Lack peace? Feeling Overwhelmed? Need a friend? This book is all that and more!   Learn more at:  SophiaInstitute.com

In this episode, Allison enthusiastically dives into Just Rest, Sonja's newest book from Ave Maria Press.  After spending the morning devouring the ENTIRE book before the interview, the Holy Spirit just took this one and ran!! Wow, what an inspiring book!! Scripture ROCKS!   On tap...   *What do Exodus, Hebrews, and Fear have to do with Rest? *Sonja explains how to L.O.V.E. the Word, a lesson she learned from Mary *Pop Quizzes and my poor sweet DoorDash Driver :/  *What's your "vomit"? *Promises, Promises - God's to us, the Land of, and much more!   Links: Sonja's Website:   https://www. biblestudyevangelista.com/ Where you will also find her new amazing podcast series on  Practical Tools for Healing and Rest  and learn more about her inspiring books.  Sonja's TV Series can be found on CatholicTV.org

In this episode, Allison speaks with #Rules_of_Engagement author, Ann Garrido to discuss her new book — 8 Christian Habits for Being Good and Doing Good Online.   *Have you heard of World Communication Day? We discuss several specifically powerful addresses from Pope Benedict and Pope Francis. *Things to consider when engaging online — clarify your purpose, value the person, KNOW your sources (even legit ones can slant the news, or bait with a  misleading headline). *What do Moose and Squirrels have in common? *Remember below every Avatar is a whole person, while we don't want to "feed the trolls" we absolutely want to open doors to meaningful human interaction. Ann gives valuable insights on how to do that, including good questions to ask. *Prompts to examine our online conscience and become more intentional. *Sign the #Rules_of_Engagement pledge:  https://www. anngarrido.com/rules  ways to be leaven, that small grain in the midst of the all noise of social media that br

In this episode, Allison speaks with author, Claire Dwyer about her new book, "This Present Paradise: A Spiritual Journey with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity" from Sophia Inst. Press. (Available:  https://www. sophiainstitute.com/products/ item/this-present-paradise )   *St. Elizabeth is the perfect bridge between the convent and the kitchen - find out how! *Never Stop Coming to Mass - gripping reasons why! *Sacred Spaces - connection with those in our world and in our home *The Power of Intercessory Prayer - godly friends and saint posses *How does heaven begin here and why should I take note of that?   Links mentioned in Podcast: EventheSparrow.com SpiritualDirection.com Momcast: Home Decorating, Catholic Style