Of Sound Mind and Spirit

We love our local neighborhood parish, our priests, and our community. But sometimes our schedule requires that we meet our Sunday obligation by attending Mass away from home - in a different parish! How great is our beautiful Catholic faith! No matter where we attend, the Mass is the same; same structure, same readings, same holy prayers.

This episode is more than a reflection on traditions; it's an invitation to rediscov...

We recently said goodbye to a beloved aunt and are reminded of the cycle of life and death that touches every family. In this episode we discuss the importance of family bonds, the evolving roles we play as we step into the shoes of those who came before us, and the surprising lessons that grief teaches us about reconnecting with our loved ones.

**Highlights from the Episode:**

- **The 'End of An Era':** The passing of elde...

In this episode, we're honored to welcome a very special guest, Allison Gingras, who brings a wealth of experience and insights from her own faith journey, a testament to the ever-evolving nature of prayer and presence with God.

Lisa and Shelly share bits of our own spiritual experiences, discussing how simple practices like praying the rosary have left indelible marks on our family legacies and influenced our understanding of ...

In this heartwarming episode, we're getting up close with Clara, Lisa’s Spanish exchange student turned family.

From soccer fields to kitchen showdowns, and the bonds formed over shared meals and Young Life meetings, join us as we explore the joys, challenges, and unexpected lessons of welcoming a new culture into the heart of home.

Stay tuned for laughter, a touch of culture shock, and a story that bridges continents right h...

We're embracing Holy Week by sharing our experiences with Palm Sunday and the days leading up to Easter. "Unless there is a Good Friday in your life, there can be no Easter Sunday.” – Ven. Fulton Sheen

Snippet from the Show:

"They [the Triduum] were just things that were going on for people more devout and catholic than me. I was busy, you know, being mom, I was busy, like you said earlier, at the Easter dresses and ...

In the second part of "Lessons From the Field", we flip the persepctive from our kids to ourselves, diving into lessons that we as parents learned from supporting our young athletes!

Snippet from the Show: "Your relationship is not with the sport. Your relationship is with your child. And one day, they are not going to play that sport anymore."

"What happens when that sport is not there anymore? Do they s...

As the Texas wildflowers color the sides of our highways, it's time to tend not only to our gardens but also to the growth of our inner faith. Join us as our special guest, Margaret Rose Realy, explores the parallels between tending to your garden and enriching your spiritual life.

The author of "A Garden Catechism", Margaret helps us discover how to create meaningful spaces for prayer and contemplation through the l...

As the hustle and bustle of sports seasons pick up pace, we're excited to tap into lessons we've learned from years of raising young athletes! In this first of two parts, we delve into the reasons behind encouraging our children to play sports —from promoting healthy lifestyles to the essential life skills learned on the field.

Snippet from the Show:

"Sports are a school of loyalty, courage, endurance, resoluteness, u...

We're indulging in a bit of nostalgia and reflection on the fading art of letter writing. Join us as we recount childhood memories of writing to our grandparents and explore the unique charm of handwritten correspondence.

We want to hear from you, too! Have you recently found a bundle of old letters with stories and memories tucked between the lines? Will you join us in putting pen to paper? We also dive into the potent emotion...

What have we learned in the 15 years since we started on this incredible journey to share our faith journey with others through our writing? That your journey of faith isn't a straight line, there are peaks and valleys, twists and turns. But largely, it’s about walking with each other on your journey and supporting others on theirs. We spend a little time reflecting on the past 15 years writing (and now podcasting) together.

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We get by with a little help from our friends! What to do when Lent arrives and you need some extra motivation? For this episode, we invited seven friends (and family) to offer their own perspectives on how this liturgial season helps them forge a closer relationship with Christ!

Thank you to our Special Guests!

• Cameron Kelly from Holy Spontaneity
• Marge Steinhage Fenelon from Simply Holy Coaching
• Andrea Bear from Mourning...

Lisa and Shelly invite you to reconsider social media as a medium to spread the Gospel and manifest the love of God this Lent.

In Episode 38, aptly named "Rethinking Social Media for Lent," we’re challenging the conventional notion of giving up social media for Lent.  Let's instead use these powerful platforms to share positivity, deepen our faith, and become torchbearers of God’s radiant love.

We delve into practica...

Who says you can't know and grow in your faith while reading Young Adult Fiction? It might be just as heaven intended!

In this episode, we dive into the vibrant world of Young Adult (YA) historical fiction with the wonderfully talented Amanda Lauer, author of the award winning "...As Heaven Intended" Civil War era novels.

You'll love Amanda's joy and positivity as she recounts her journey bringing teens and y...

We're thrilled to introduce our friend and guest, Amy Connell - a certified personal trainer who wants you to take a rest day and nutrition coach who wants you to enjoy dessert. Amy joins us for an enlightening conversation as we look at how to move with the grace of both the body and the spirit, learning to trust in our paths, and empowering ourselves in this season of life. 

All Things Amy and Graced Health!

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We're not perfect - no matter what you see on social media. Feedback from a listener inspires us to talk - honestly - about our sister relationship and give you a behind the scenes look at how hard it can be to maintain a healthy sister relationship. We discuss the challenges of working closely as sisters, sharing the importance of understanding, giving grace, and embracing each other's strengths and weaknesses. So grab your hea...

In this episode, "Setting Spiritual Resolutions," co-hosts Lisa and Shelly delve deep into crafting meaningful spiritual goals and resolutions to help you grow closer to Christ.

With an understanding that these commitments need not adhere strictly to a calendar year, we'll talk about utilizing the natural rhythms of the Church’s seasons, like Advent and Lent, as opportunities for spiritual growth.

We’ll discuss the ...

Happy New Year! In this episode we tackle popular New Year Social Media trends such as updating our Goodreads Challenge, choosing a Word of the Year, and Inviting a Saint of the Year to walk with us. And what would be your Scripture of the Year?

Snippet from the Show: "So last year I got the word minister and I thought, that is just a horrible word. Why would I get the word minister? What does that even mean? And it wasn't...

It's been a year of laughter, learning, and introspection. We've shared our hearts openly, discussing deeply personal topics like our family's battle with dementia, and Alzheimer's and we've been inspired by our first-time guest speakers.

From laugh-out-loud moments during reverse charades to the profound impact of books like "The Dazzling Light of God", Lisa & Shelly's year has been a jou...

It's almost Christmas! In this episode, we reflect on the Christmas Story and invite you to imagine yourself in that story, to picture yourself watching as a participant. Who would you be? How does encountering God in the manger change you and how you live your life?

SNIPPET FROM THE SHOW: "But if you don't see the angel, if you don't hear the call, if you don't go and kneel at the manger and marvel in th...