Episodes
Thursday Jul 11, 2019
Everyday Spirituality - Episode 11: Four Things You Need to Know About Mary
Thursday Jul 11, 2019
Thursday Jul 11, 2019
Do you find the Catholic Church’s teachings on Mary confusing? Do you struggle giving answers when questioned about what we believe about her and why? Here is a simple explanation of the four defined Marian doctrines of the Catholic Church. If you know these, you’ll be well on your way to understanding and standing your ground when it comes to the Blessed Mother. Also includes a bit of meandering in regard to mental illness, substance abuse, and tragedy.
Tuesday Jun 25, 2019
Tuesday Jun 25, 2019
Are you disgusted by the immorality on social media? Or, are you so used to it that it doesn’t even faze you anymore? Marge explores how Mary might deal with it and offers practical ways for you to handle the oftentimes rampant immorality on social media and elsewhere online.
Tuesday Jun 18, 2019
Tuesday Jun 18, 2019
You want to forgive, but you just can’t stop brooding about the wrong that’s been done to you. The fact that the other person isn’t one bit sorry makes things even worse. Here are three easy (yes easy) steps to stop brooding and start forgiving.
Tuesday Jun 04, 2019
Everyday Spirituality - Episode 8: Why Is It So Hard to Forgive Part I
Tuesday Jun 04, 2019
Tuesday Jun 04, 2019
Why is it so hard to forgive? Because we all miss one essential component in the forgiveness process. Marge talks about the devastating effects of unforgiveness, the essential component we all miss, God’s love, mercy, and justice, and the beautiful way Mary helps us to heal.
Tuesday May 28, 2019
Everyday Spirituality - Episode 7: Overcommitted? Here’s How to Find Balance
Tuesday May 28, 2019
Tuesday May 28, 2019
Marge answers listener questions about finding balance in life, parenting during heartbreak, and obedience to God’s will. She offers a useful tool for discernment in every situation that will help you know what’s right for you – and what’s not.
Tuesday May 21, 2019
Everyday Spirituality - Episode 6: What is REAL Peace?
Tuesday May 21, 2019
Tuesday May 21, 2019
What is real peace? It’s not the absence of war as some might think. Real, lasting peace begins with the struggle to rid ourselves of sin. To reach real peace, we need Mary to guide us and Christ to strengthen us.
Tuesday May 14, 2019
Everyday Spirituality - Episode 5: Eyes of Mercy
Tuesday May 14, 2019
Tuesday May 14, 2019
Mary’s eyes are resplendent and full of mercy, but for who? Sinners like you and me? If we feel sinful and unlovable, it can be difficult to return Mary’s loving gaze. Difficult, but not impossible. Marge describes Mary’s merciful eyes and shows us how to look into them with confidence.
Wednesday May 01, 2019
Everyday Spirituality - Episode 4: Why is May Called Mary’s Month? (You’ll Be Surprised)
Wednesday May 01, 2019
Wednesday May 01, 2019
Why is May called Mary’s Month? Marge explains how the Catholic custom of devoting the entire month of May to Mary began (you’ll be surprised). Then she offers practical ways to observe Mary’s special month in your diocese, parish and at home.
Wednesday Apr 24, 2019
Wednesday Apr 24, 2019
Take Marge’s Marian pilgrimage site quiz – how many do you know? Then discover the Marian Pilgrimage site that every single Catholic in America should know about and Mary’s message for us today.
Wednesday Apr 17, 2019
Everyday Spirituality - Episode 2
Wednesday Apr 17, 2019
Wednesday Apr 17, 2019
Marge describes what it's like to be an author on a book's release day (like having a baby) and explains the background for her new book, "My Queen, My Mother: A Living Novena." She gives examples of our rich US Catholic history and heritage, talks miracles, the essence of Marian pilgrimage places and why we're in danger of losing them.
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
Everyday Spirituality - Episode 1: What is Everyday Spirituality?
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
Wednesday Apr 10, 2019
What exactly is everyday spirituality? Why is it important? In this episode, Marge defines everyday spirituality and discusses Mary as the first and greatest disciple of Christ and our prime example in living our Catholic faith - every day.