A special note of thanks to Deacon Tom and Dee Fox for guest hosting this week's episode and for sharing their thoughts on this wonderful holiday of Thanksgiving. Please check out our newly updated CatholicMom.com at http://new.catholicmom.com and keep all of our SQPN family members in your prayers this holiday weekend.  Be sure to enter this month's contest - your chance to win two adorable Christmas Bracelets. To enter, email lisa@catholicmom.com with “Christmas Bracelets Giveaway” in the subject line and include your complete mailing address. Enter by November 30, 2008. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

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This week, we share two interviews. Jody Hudson of Catholic Charities of Fresno helps us learn what we, as families, can do to reach out to the poor and needy in our communities. We also meet Bryan Murdaugh, a talented Catholic Dad, youth minister and musician. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection on being of service to others. Be sure to enter this month's contest - your chance to win two adorable Christmas Bracelets. To enter, email lisa@catholicmom.com with “Christmas Bracelets Giveaway” in the subject line and be sure to include your complete mailing address. Enter by November 30, 2008. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Catholic Charities USA
Bryan Murdaugh
modernPSALTER.com
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

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Our guest this week is Traci Matheu, Catholic mom, speaker and author of A Survivor from the Lost Generation of Catholics on the importance of building a foundation of faith in our families. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection on the topic of Loneliness. Be sure to enter this month's contest - your chance to win two adorable Christmas Bracelets. To enter, email lisa@catholicmom.com with “Christmas Bracelets Giveaway” in the subject line and be sure to include your complete mailing address. Enter by November 30, 2008. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Traci Matheu
Paul's Men Podcast
FlockNote
Amazing Hero Art
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #78

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This week, Lisa shares double the fun with two interviews: Ruby Gettinger is the star of "Ruby", a new television show that chronicles her lifelong battle with morbid obesity. Sue Lundquist is the author of the I'm Thankful journal, a tool for helping our families build an attitude of thankfulness. Deacon Tom shares a stirring reflection entitled "The Struggle of Parenting" filled with encouraging words for parents. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Ruby
Sue Lundquist - I'm Thankful website, I'm Thankful Journal
Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #77

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In this episode, recorded live from Chicago, Lisa chats with Sr. Helena Burns, FSP, the "Media Nun". Sr. Helena gives us an overview of Chicago's Pauline Book and Media Center and introduces us to her work in Media Literacy. Don't forget to help promote our great SQPN Catholic podcasters by voting every day in the Podcast Awards for your favorite SQPN shows!  To enter our latest contest for your chance to win Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux email lisahendey@gmail.com by October 31, 2008 with the words "St. Therese Contest" in the subject line and your address in the body of the email. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

St. Therese of Lisieux - Look for the "Email Me" button on the left side to enter contest
Sacrifice Beads - email Deacon Tom at tmdjfox@msn.com
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

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On this episode, Lisa shares an interview with Catholic Mom, songwriter and musician Margo B. Smith including a special discussion on the beauty of spending time in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Deacon Tom Fox brings our month on the life of St. Therese of Lisieux to a close with his final installment of our St. Therese series. To enter our latest contest for your chance to win Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux email lisahendey@gmail.com by October 31, 2008 with the words "St. Therese Contest" in the subject line and your address in the body of the email. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

St. Therese of Lisieux - Look for the "Email Me" button on the left side to enter contest
Sacrifice Beads - email Deacon Tom at tmdjfox@msn.com
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #75

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On this special Sunday edition of the Catholic Moments Podcast, I give an overview of the new books I received during my recent visits at Loyola Press and Ave Maria Press. Deacon Tom Fox gives us the third installment of our St. Therese series. To enter our latest contest for your chance to win Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux email lisahendey@gmail.com by October 31, 2008 with the words "St. Therese Contest" in the subject line and your address in the body of the email. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

On this week's "car cast" (recorded live from the front seat of Lisa's SUV), we feature two great interviews. Mountain Butorac discusses Catholic travel and his great website The Catholic Traveler. Sister Julie Vieira, IHM shares on her life as a Nun and her work with Loyola Press and on her wonderful blog, A Nun's Life. Deacon Tom Fox shares the second installment in our look at the life of St. Therese of Lisieux. To enter our latest contest for your chance to win Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux email lisahendey@gmail.com by October 31, 2008 with the words "St. Therese Contest" in the subject line and your address in the body of the email. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this Episode:
The Catholic Traveler
Loyola Press
A Nun's Life
St. Therese of Lisieux - Look for the "Email Me" button on the left side to enter contest
Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux
Parish Media Liaison Kerry Madden - Spiritual Refreshment
Shrine of the Little Flower
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

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This week, we celebrate the life of St. Therese of Lisieux with your emails, stories and phone calls. I'm also happy to share an interview with Phyllis Hall, whose family life and marriage to Bob Kearns is portrayed in the movie "Flash of Genius", coming to theaters this weekend. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection on the childhood of the Little Flower. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this Episode:
Flash of Genius Movie
St. Therese Related Books: Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Therese of Lisieux, Third Edition, Shower of Heavenly Roses: Stories of intercession of St. Therese of Lisieux by Elizabeth Ficocelli
Faith and Family Live
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #72

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This week, we learn more about the work of Paul Mazurek, creator of Rocking Romans.  Deacon Tom Fox shares a thought provoking reflection on the topic of Medjugorge and the book Medjugorje the Message by Wayne Weible. We look at the work of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul as we struggle with the troubling issues related to poverty in America. Be sure to enter for your chance to win the Faith Database - send your email to lisa@catholicmom.com by September 30, 2008 with the subject line "Faith Database Giveaway" and your complete mailing address in the body of the email. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Rocking Romans
Medjugorje the Message by Wayne Weible
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Poverty in America You Tube video by Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Faith Database
Faith and Family Live
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #71

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This week, I'm thrilled to share my interview with inspirational Catholic author and speaker Barbara Bartocci, author of Grace on the Go: Quick Prayers for Determined Dieters, and Grace on the Go: Quick Prayers for New Moms. Deacon Tom Fox reminds us of the tremendous impact just a little bit of gossip can have on lives. Be sure to enter for your chance to win the Faith Database - send your email to lisa@catholicmom.com by September 30, 2008 with the subject line "Faith Database Giveaway" and your complete mailing address in the body of the email. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Barbara Bartocci
Grace on the Go: Quick Prayers for Determined Dieters
Grace on the Go: Quick Prayers for New Moms
Faith Database
Faith and Family Live
Fireproof the Movie
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #70

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This week, we feature an interview with Catholic Dad and musician Gerard Faucheux, whose music ministry was born in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Deacon Tom Fox offers a wonderful reflection on our beloved Pope John Paul II. Be sure to enter for your chance to win the Faith Database - send your email to lisa@catholicmom.com by September 30, 2008 with the subject line "Faith Database Giveaway" and your complete mailing address in the body of the email. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Gerard Faucheux
Faith Database
Theotokos - Mother of God Podcast
Faith and Family Live
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile, Plurk, Twitter
Catholic Moments Ustream Channel
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #69

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In a special "extra" episode of Catholic Moments, I chat with the wonderful bloggers from Faith and Family Live - Danielle Bean, Rebecca Teti and Arwen Mosher. Our conversation ranges from Back to School, to getting everything done around our homes (or not!), to how to share the faith with and catechize our children in our homes. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Faith and Family Live
Ignatius Press Faith and Life Religion Series
Music by Jenny Klement "Be There"
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Moments Ustream Channel
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #68

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This week, I share my interview with Catholic Mom and author Marybeth Hicks, author of Bringing Up Geeks: How to Protect Your Kid's Childhood in a Grow-Up-Too-Fast World. Columnist Pat Gohn shares a wonderful family reflection and Deacon Tom Fox offers more tips for a successful marriage. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Marybeth Hicks
Bringing Up Geeks: How to Protect Your Kid's Childhood in a Grow-Up-Too-Fast World
Pat Gohn - Write In Between
Faith and Family Live
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Moments Ustream Channel
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #67

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This week, I'm happy to share an interview with Catholic musician John Grassadonia and to feature songs from his wonderful new CD Live Like Saints.  Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection entitled "Tips for Successful Marriage".  Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
John Grassadonia
Faith and Family Live Marriage Blog
Parish Media Liaison Kerry Madden - Making Good Choices in Gaming
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Moments Ustream Channel
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #66

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This week, Lisa is excited to chat with Barbara Gangi, Executive Producer of the great new online series Tyler's Ride, created by Paulist Productions. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection entitled "Speak to the Animals". Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Faith and Family Live
Tyler's Ride
Paulist Productions
Fireproof the Movie
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Moments Ustream Channel
Catholic Mom Logo Store
Music by Lorraine Doan

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #65

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One great episode, two great moms! This week, Lisa interviews Rebecca Teti of Faith and Family Live and Catholic artist Sharon Clossick. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection reminding us to watch for signs of God's love for each of us. Lisa's personal trainer Greg Cheney of Faith First Fitness shares nutritional and fitness wisdom. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Faith and Family Live
Art by Sharon Clossick
Faith First Fitness
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #64

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On today's Book Talk episode, we take a look at several books I've received this week for review. Please note that I have not yet read these books, so be sure to investigate them carefully for yourself prior to purchasing. To recommend a book, comment here or drop me an email. I'd love to hear about your favorite books too! Stay tuned for announcements about upcoming episodes of Book Chat - you can watch live and be part of the conversation!

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I did some experimenting today with Ustream and recorded a short video with some of the books I've received recently in the mail. The following were the titles discussed today, so feel free to check them out and also drop me an email with your recommendations.

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This week, Lisa converses with Lorraine Doan, Catholic Composer, about her music and moving beyond difficulty in life to follow your dreams. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection about his favorite Irish priest, Fr. Pat. Enter for your chance to win our latest contest, three great books from Life Teen by emailing Lisa@catholicmom.com by July 31 - be sure to include your full mailing address and to write "Life Teen Books Giveaway" in the subject line. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for This Episode:
Lorraine Doan
Heidi Hess Saxton
Parish Media Liaison Kerry Madden - Making Good Choices at the Movies
Catholic New Media Roundup
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #63

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This week, Lisa interviews her new Faith and Family Live colleagues Danielle Bean and Rachel Balducci to celebrate the launch of FaithandFamilyLive.com. Enter for your chance to win our latest contest, three great books from Life Teen by emailing Lisa@catholicmom.com by July 31 - be sure to include your full mailing address and to write "Life Teen Books Giveaway" in the subject line. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Traditional Irish Tunes by Eric and Adam Hendey on YouTube
Saint Song on You Tube, The Saint Cast
Parish Media Liaison Kerry Madden - Making Good Choices: Pro Life Resources
Faith and Family Live Blog
Messies.com
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store
Closing Music - Take My Hand by Lorraine Doan

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #62

This week, Lisa highlights the work of Tami Kiser, founder of SmartMartha.com - Real Organization for Real Moms with Real Priorities. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection on Psalm 139. Enter for your chance to win our latest contest, three great books from Life Teen by emailing Lisa@catholicmom.com by July 31 - be sure to include your full mailing address and to write "Life Teen Books Giveaway" in the subject line. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Faith and Family Live Blog
SmartMartha.com
Divine Mercy Podcast
Grapevine's World Youth Day Coverage
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #61

Lisa interviews Kelly Lynch, author of He Said Yes, the Catholic Press Association's first place winner in the 2008 Children's book category. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection entitled "WWJD and Would Be Followers". Enter for your chance to win our latest contest, three great books from Life Teen by emailing Lisa@catholicmom.com by July 31 - be sure to include your full mailing address and to write "Life Teen Books Giveaway" in the subject line. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
He Said Yes: The Story of Father Mychal Judge by Kelly Lynch
Mychal's Message
Parish Media Liaison Kerry Madden's Pick - Health and Fitness with Christ
Home Biz MomCast - Uniting Families through Home Based Businesses
Music "How Can I Keep from Singing" by Lorraine Doan
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #60

Lisa shares the second half of her interview with Msgr. Michael Collins of St. Anne's Parish in Seal Beach, California as he celebrates his 90th birthday and 65 years as a priest. Enter for your chance to win our latest contest, three great books from Life Teen by emailing Lisa@catholicmom.com by July 31 - be sure to include your full mailing address and to write "Life Teen Books Giveaway" in the subject line. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #59

This week, Lisa celebrates the 90th birthday of Msgr. Michael Collins of Seal Beach, California who has served as a priest for over 65 years. Deacon Tom Fox shares a special Independence Day reflection entitled "The Beauty of God, Church and Country". Enter for your chance to win three great books from Life Teen by emailing Lisa@catholicmom.com by July 31 - be sure to include your full mailing address and to write "Life Teen Books Giveaway" in the subject line. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Grapevine - Your One Stop Connection to Catholic Music
Faith First Fitness
Sean the Duct Tape Guy
The Catholic Company
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #58

Enjoy a morning at the Catholic New Media Celebration as Lisa interviews CNMC participants in anticipation of the big event. Our Parish Media Liaison Kerry highlights some great books and our friend Chris Cash tells us about some great happenings at the Catholic Company. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Catholic New Media Celebration
The Catholic Company
Parish Media Liaison Kerry Madden's Pick - Great Summer Reading
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #57

Come along with Lisa to the Diocese of Atlanta's Eucharistic Congress. We speak with many of the representatives of various apostolates at the Congress to learn more about how we can support our families and foster vocations. My next podcast will feature audio from the Catholic New Media Celebration. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Diocese of Atlanta's Eucharistic Congress
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #56

Lisa podcasts this week overlooking the bay in San Francisco. We share an interview with Christian Frank, author of the June CatholicMom.com Book Club fiction pick, Catholic Reluctantly. Deacon Tom Fox shares an inspirational Catholic Deacon Moment on the gift of the Eucharist. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Catholic Reluctantly
Kelly the Kitchen Cop
Parish Media Liaison Kerry Madden's Pick - Catholic Music
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #55

Join me this week for a visit to Santa Fe, New Mexico! Hear the sites and sounds of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi and the Loretto Chapel. Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection on St. Therese of Lisieux and we learn about the game review website Jorim's List. Enter to win a lovely Amethyst Blessed Mother Necklace from On This Day Designs - email lisa@catholicmom.com by June 18, 2008 with the subject line "On This Day Giveaway". Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection on the Fourth Commandment. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:

Jorim's List
The Loretto Chapel
Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #54

Lisa recounts her walk/run of the San Diego Rock and Roll Marathon. We review The List - a DVD by Fox Faith Movies. Enter to win a lovely Amethyst Blessed Mother Necklace from On This Day Designs - email lisa@catholicmom.com by June 18, 2008 with the subject line "On This Day Giveaway". Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection on the Fourth Commandment. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Making Music Praying Twice
Joe McClane's St. Ignatius Series
The List
Media Liaison Kerry's recommendation: ForYourMarraige.org
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #53

Our guest on today's show, Heidi Hess Saxton, is an author, Catholic adoption advocate, magazine editor and speaker.  Lisa shares some information on her "super secret project" and we look forward to the Catholic New Media Celebration.  Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Heidi Hess Saxton
Heidi's books:
Raising Up Mommy: A Study in Womanly Vice and Virtue
Behold Your Mother
Canticle Magazine
Catholic Hack sponsors Tarek Saab
Media Liaison Kerry's recommendation: Grace Before Meals

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments #52

We spotlight the music of Nancy Krebs in this episode, featuring two songs from her CD Songs from the Heart. The burning question "What exactly is Catholic New Media?" is discussed and Deacon Tom Fox shares a reflection on welcoming kids at Mass. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Nancy Krebs
Catholic New Media Celebration
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #51

Come along as we go to watch the movie Prince Caspian with Adam and some of his friends. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this Episode:
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian Official Website
Prince Caspian Movie Educational Resources
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #50

Lisa shares a conversation with Monica McConkey of Arma Dei, a company that creates products to help families celebrate our Catholic faith. Deacon Tom Fox shares a special reflection on seeing Christ in our priests  and Parish Media Liaison Kerry gives us the heads up on the Bella DVD. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Productivity @ Home
Arma Dei
Catholic Hack Podcast
Angelina - Hail Holy Queen
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #49

Lisa interviews Teresa Tomeo, nationally syndicated host of Catholic Connection and author of Noise: How Our Media-saturated Culture Dominates Lives and Dismantles Families. Deacon Tom Fox helps us celebrate Mother's Day with a wonderful reflection and Parish Media Liaison Kerry helps spread the word about CatholicMom.com. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Teresa Tomeo
Catholic Media Alert - Teresa Tomeo's blog
Noise: How Our Media-saturated Culture Dominates Lives and Dismantles Families
Rocking Romans
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #48

Lisa speaks with Fr. Tom Elliott, Pastor of Christ the King Catholic Church, about his love of music, his CD Rock of Souls and his work in the Church. Deacon Tom Fox shares another moment entitled "All My Words for the Word". We're getting excited about the Catholic New Media Celebration, June 22 in Atlanta - help us spread the word and join in the fun! Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Fr. Tom Elliott
Kerry Madden, Catholic Parish Media Liason
Catholic New Media Celebration
Catholic City with Zina
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #47

Lisa shares about Pope Benedict XVI's trip to the US and the audio from her interview on CNN and interviews Rebecca Christian of the Catholic in Film School blog on the topics of Christian film making and World Youth Day. Deacon Tom shares a reflection "Thoughts on Two Popes". Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:

Rebecca Christian - Catholic in Film School
Catholic New Media Celebration
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #46

Hi friends and family,

I'm writing to request your prayers!  Tomorrow at 11:30 am EST I will be appearing on CNN's Newsroom discussing the topic of Catholic blogging during the Pope's visit.  I could use whatever media advice you have - I'm hoping to do my best to represent all of the hardworking souls who work to make CatholicMom.com all it has become.

So in the absence of unexpected last minute news (like earthquakes in Illinois), tune in and ask the Holy Spirit to help me along.

Thanks, as always, for the ongoing gift of your support!

Lisa

We welcome Pope Benedict XVI on his historic visit to the United States and reflect on his message of "Christ Our Hope". Lisa interviews Catholic author and editor Regina Doman. Deacon Tom shares a reflection on the "Rice of Baptism". Check out "Shine Like the Son" from Matt Maher's new Empty and Beautiful CD. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Regina Doman
Regina's books: Black as Night: A Fairy Tale Retold, Angel in the Waters, Catholic, Reluctantly (by Christian Frank)
Matt Maher, Empty and Beautiful
Lisa's Facebook Profile

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #45

This week I share my interview with Catholic Mom and musician Jenny Klement and preview her CD "Grace is Falling". We share another wonderful Catholic Deacon Moment and announce the Catholic New Media Celebration on June 22 in Atlanta. I'll be there - will you? Be sure to enter this month's contests and share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Jenny Klement
Catholic New Media Celebration
Diocesan Promotional Catalog - bezalelbooks@gmail.com
St. Augustine Hunger Center Benefit
Matt Maher, Empty and Beautiful
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

This week we look at the film "Under the Same Moon", share a Catholic Deacon Moment on the importance of giving thanks for our marriages, and interview Kris Weipart, founder of the new Catholic children's magazine, St. Mary's Messenger. Be sure to enter this month's contests and share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
St. Mary's Messenger Magazine
Deacon Tom Fox
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #43

As Lisa podcasts from the edge of a creek in Sedona, Arizona, Cassandra Poppe shares about her work with Intercessories Family Ministry, the creator of the Rosary Quilt.  We share our very first "Catholic Deacon Moment" with Deacon Tom Fox.  Catholic musician Mark Mallet shares his "Song for Karol", a tribute to Pope John Paul II as we prepare to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday. Be sure to enter this month's contest for your opportunity to win a wonderful children's book Milo and the Green Wagon by Lisa Umina. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com

Links for this episode:
Intercessories Family Ministry
Deacon Tom Fox
Mark Mallet
Lisa's Facebook Profile

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #42

As we begin the Easter Triduum, this week's show features Catholic wife and mom Becky Cash discussing the topic of working from home. Catholic musician Nancy Krebs shares her song "Eyes" to commemorate the Triduum.  Be sure to enter this month's contest for your opportunity to win a wonderful children's book Milo and the Green Wagon by Lisa Umina. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com

Links for this episode:
Becky Cash: Website, Shaklee site or by phone at 1-800-937-4615
Fr. Bill's Pilgrim Cast
Nancy Krebs Catholic Musician
"Faith Lift for Moms" Conference

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This week, we feature a wonderful reflection by Deacon Tom Fox aimed at placing God at the center of our marriages and keeping marital joy alive. Steve Nelson of the "On the U" podcast shares his expertise on helping our kids transition to College. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 and don't forget to enter our current giveaways!

Links for this episode:
On The U Podcast
Palm Sunday Activities
Catholic City with Zina
Deacon Tom Online - Living the Catholic Faith
Faith Alive - From One Generation to the Next
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Come along with Lisa for a trip to Anaheim to attend the Diocese of Los Angeles' Religious Education Congress. Listen in on the Opening Prayer Ceremony, meet exhibitors and some of the over 40,000 attendees and hear some great Catholic music.  Share your feedback at 206-339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Current Catholic Mom Giveaways
Catholic Mom Logo Store
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
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Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #38

Our guest this week is Chip Richter, a great family musician who will have you and your kids singing along! We share another great column by Pat Gohn and introduce our latest giveaway - your chance to win the Catholic Exchange Women's Study for Spring. Listener Amy introduces us to the concept of "Mothering Sunday", celebrated on Laetare Sunday. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Chip Richter: Website, MySpace, Shout Life
Phil Keaggy
Catholic Exchange Women's Study: Registration, The Power of Women
Pat Gohn
Genevieve Kineke
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
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Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #38

This week, I share interviews with Mary Beth Hercules, creator of "Good Deed Beads" and Monica Rafie, founder of the web site www.BeNotAfraid.net. We also share a great column by Pat Gohn. Be sure to enter our latest contest for your chance to win Milo and the Green Wagon, the new children's book by our friend Lisa Umina - Milo learns the joy of helping others. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
"Good Deed Beads"
www.BeNotAfraid.net
National Catholic Register
Faith and Family Magazine
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
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Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #37

This week, I share an interview with Maura Weis, author of Miles from the Sideline: A Mother's Journey With Her Special Needs Daughter. Maura relates her journey parenting a child with special needs and her work with her non-profit organization, Hannah and Friends. Be sure to enter our latest contest for your chance to win Milo and the Green Wagon, the new children's book by our friend Lisa Umina - Milo learns the joy of helping others.  We share feedback and look at Holy Heroes, a great resource for Catholic kids. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Miles from the Sideline: A Mother's Journey With Her Special Needs Daughter by Maura Weis with Jessica Trobaugh Temple
Hannah and Friends - Nonprofit foundation improving the quality of life for children and adults with special needs
Holy Heroes
CatholicMom.com Contests
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
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Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #36

In this podcast, we kick off Lent with an update on Lisa's family visitors, review a "kids" cartoon, share a Lent quiz and discuss Lenten devotions. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Take Out Magazine
CatholicMom.com Contests
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
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Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #35

This week's podcast is a "news" show with many announcements, Lisa's review of the Saving Sarah Cain DVD, an introduction to Endow Online and information about a free Catholic Writers Conference. We also discuss Lisa's marathon training, your feedback, our current contests and more. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Saving Sarah Cain
ENDOW - Educating on the Nature and Dignity of Women
Catholic Writers Guild Online Conference - Free and Fabulous!
CatholicMom.com Contests
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
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Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #34

This podcast features an interview with noted Catholic author Genevieve Kineke during which we discuss the observances surrounding the 20th anniversary of Pope John Paul II's encyclical entitled Mulieris Dignitatem, On the Dignity and Vocation of Women. We also discuss Lisa's marathon training, your feedback, our current contests and more. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Books Mentioned in this episode:
The Authentic Catholic Woman - by Genevieve Kineke
Marathoning for Mortals - by John Bingham

Links for this episode:
Genevieve Kineke
Dignity of Women - Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Mulieris Dignitatem
Together! Transforming Families
Faith Satellite Radio
Moment of Beauty
CatholicMom.com Contests
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
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Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #33

In this episode, Lisa travels to San Francisco to attend day one of the MacWorld Exp.  You'll hear live footage from the exhibit halls, listen in on product demos, and come along for a day at MacWorld.  Remember to enter our new contest to with the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers Book - send me an email to lisa@catholicmom.com by February 1. In the subject line, write "Catholic Prayer Book Giveaway" and be sure to include your mailing address. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #32

We ring in the New Year with a look at resolutions and a new Catholic  bible study program. Remember to enter our new contest to with the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers Book - send me an email to lisa@catholicmom.com by February 1.  In the subject line, write "Catholic Prayer Book Giveaway" and be sure to include your mailing address.  To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #31

Links for this episode:
Catholic Exchange's Women's Scripture Study Program
Lisa's Productivity @ Home blog - check out my New Year's resolutions
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store
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Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #31

Today we tour the Globe Theater and ring in the New Year from near Trafalgar Square along with 750,000 new friends!  Apologies for the sound quality on this episode - I'm recording as we go, so you'll here traffic, wind, people and more!  To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Today in London we visit Westminster Cathedral and St. Paul's - two beautiful churches.  Apologies for the sound quality on this episode - I'm recording as we go, so you'll here traffic, wind, people and more!  To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Greetings from London!  In this "live" podcast, I share our journey to London and our visit to the Tower of London.  Come along as we travel the underground and enjoy the sounds of the city.  Apologies for the sound quality on this episode - I'm recording as we go, so you'll here traffic, wind, people and more!  To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

In this podcast, we spend a "moment" discussing The Sun Farmer: The Story of a Shocking Accident, A Medical Miracle and a Family's Life and Death Decision with Catholic author Michael McCarthy. I share a few of my New Year's Resolutions and would love to hear yours too! Don't forget to donate to the SQPN giving campaign - every little bit helps! To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this Episode:
The Sun Farmer: The Story of a Shocking Accident, A Medical Miracle and a Family's Life and Death Decision by Michael McCarthy
The Sun Farmer Web Site
SQPN Giving Campaign
Catholic Exchange's Women's Scripture Study Program

Please take a "moment" to celebrate with us! We have been named one of five new shows on the Star Quest Production Network (SQPN) as an affiliate podcast! This weekend, we share a brief "newsflash" podcast with this news giving an introduction to our show. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272. Merry Christmas everyone!!

SQPN
SQPN Giving Campaign
Catholic Mom Logo Store
Lisa's Facebook Profile

Today, my Christmas wishes come true as so many of you chime in to share Christmas greetings with me and with one another. We hear from Catholic musicians, authors, our Catholic Mom columnists, my internet buddies, fellow podcasters, my family and more! To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.  Merry Christmas everyone!!

Links for this episode:
Sarah Bauer
Deacon Chuck Stevens
Catholic Mom Logo Store
 
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We rock out for a moment with "David Howie" and share some of his great music.  The show also includes updates on our two current contests.  Drop an email to lisa@catholicmom.com for your chance to win either: 1) John Paul Rudolph's "Reflections" CD (by 12/20) or 2) "Christmas Songs" by Jars of Clay (by 12/22).  Be sure to include your name and mailing address.  To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com.

Links for this episode:
David Howie
Kids for Jesus (K4J)
Maureen Wittmann's Blog and Book Giveaway
That Catholic Show - DVD Now Available!
Catholic Mom Logo Store

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Deacon Eddie Ensley teaches us that in "moments" of stress and anxiety, we can rest in the consolation of God's love. We discuss Deacon Ensley's book Prayer that Relieves Stress and Worry, get caught up on some news at CatholicMom.com, announce our latest giveaway, and look at the top songs for Advent.  To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com.

Links for this episode:
Prayer that Relieves Stress and Worry
Dynamic Parish Missions
Sadie McCurry's Resources for Helping Military Families
Cay Gibson's Recipes for Diabetic Fruitcake and Meme's Blonde Brownies
Catholic Exchange's Women's Scripture Study Program
TopCatholicSongs.com
Grapevine News Minute Interview with Nick Alexander
Deacon Chuck Stevens - Day of the Lord