The Schoenstatt Way of Life

A Journeying Faith Jan 18, 2026 00:23:36 Episode 78: "Even Mary's faith is a 'journeying' faith, a faith that is repeatedly shrouded in darkness and has to mature by persevering through the darkness." – from "Jesus of Nazarath: The Infancy Narratives" by Pope Benedict XVI, pg. 125///Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* shares some insights from Fr. Joseph Kentenich and Pope Benedict XVI

Children of Holy Desire Dec 18, 2025 00:11:40 Episode 77: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came to be through him, and without him nothing came to be. What came to be through him was life, and this life was the light of the human race; the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. ... And the Word became flesh and made h

Advent Meditations Nov 18, 2025 00:19:43 Episode 76: "In these coming weeks of Advent, the Church leads us to the brightly shining goal ahead. Advent with its powerful stream of life surges into Christmas. What did the angels proclaim to the shepherds? 'You will find a small child...' (Lk 1:12) Become a child! This is the great goal which Advent places before us." - Father Joseph Kentenich (Sermons at St. Michael’s, 196

Listening to the Holy Spirit Oct 18, 2025 00:24:40 Episode 75: ". . . we should make a greater effort to be alone so that we might hear what the Holy Spirit tells us. There is so much of the worldly spirit in us: there are so many atmospheric disturbances in our hearts that we cannot hear the Holy Spirit. And if we do not hear Him, we cannot know what He demands of us in concrete situations. All things considered; if we want to prepare oursel

Loving One Another as Husband and Wife Jun 18, 2025 00:21:01 Episode 74: "'What you have done to the least of mine, you have done to me.' [See Matthew 25:35–40] What the Savior says here about the significance of love for neighbor, we as husband and wife apply to our matrimonial love. True, in the end we will be judged by the degree of love which we have given to one another as husband and wife." - Fr. Joseph Kentenich (On Monday Evenings

Mother's Day in the Month of Mary May 18, 2025 00:19:28 Episode 73: "I firmly believe that no one will be lost who remains faithful to the covenant of love!" - Fr. Joseph Kentenich///Join author and host Julia Monnin* in this episode as she shares a recording of a conversation she had with her parents, leaders in the Ohio Schoenstatt Movement, back in January of 2017.///Learn more about Julia's books, podcasts, and blog at theworldisnoisy

Suffering: The Brandmark of Christ Apr 18, 2025 00:11:31 Episode 72: "Suffering is a sign of election and in no way proof of condemnation . . . What is suffering? The brandmark of Christ! However, we must never overlook that to bear and endure these brandmarks, to receive these brandmarks, is ultimately possible only if we unreservedly surrender ourselves to Christ so that he can carry and endure this cross, these brandmarks in us." – Fr. Joseph Kenteni

The Annunciation Mar 18, 2025 00:21:48 Episode 71: "Devout listeners, what would we be without this Annunciation scene? What would have become of the world, of us, if the Blessed Mother had not said yes in the name of human society, of human nature?" – Fr. Joseph Kentenich (Living by Faith 16, pg 78)///Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* shares some words about the Annunciation from a sermon Fr. Joseph Ke

DIGNITY: A replay episode of "Slave, Mercenary, or Child?" Feb 18, 2025 00:42:57 Episode 70: "People should be able to experience their dignity." – Fr. Joseph Kentenich///Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* shares a "replay" episode from her The World Is Noisy – God Whispers® Podcast, Episode #61: "Slave, Mercenary, or Child?"- - -"The practice of the moral life animated by charity gives to the Christian the spiritual fre

Formed By Each Mystery Jan 18, 2025 00:30:19 Episode 69: "Give us the grace to grasp with our hearts the message of each mystery as we hear it in the Rosary, and to form our lives accordingly." – Fr. Joseph Kentenich /// Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* dives deeply into the meaning of some of the words we hear in Fr. Joseph Kentenich's Preparatory Prayer for the "Rosary of God's Instruments&q

Conceived in Faith Dec 18, 2024 00:21:16 Episode 68: "Before the Blessed Mother gave birth to the only begotten Son, before she conceived him in her womb, she had conceived him in faith." – Fr. Joseph Kentenich /// What does the Catechism of the Catholic Church teach us about faith? (See paragraphs 1814-1816.) How can we imitate our Lady in her faith and in her "longing for him beyond all telling"? Tune in to this episode as author and

Suffering Well: A Reflection by Fr. Steve Mondiek Nov 18, 2024 00:22:24 Episode 67: "Your Fiat lets the Lord carry the cross which our dread of sacrifice has placed on him. Without bitter complaint he carries it to the place of sacrifice, urged on by redeeming love." (Reflection on The Fourth Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, Jesus Carries the Cross, by Fr. Joseph Kentenich) /// Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* shares with listeners a reflection

The Rosary Oct 18, 2024 00:22:46 Episode 66: ". . . We want to quietly accompany the Redeemer as we contemplate his life in the Rosary, united with his strong Mother-Bride whom he has chosen as his helpmate. Give us the grace to grasp with our hearts the message of each mystery as we hear it in the Rosary, and to form our lives accordingly. . . ." (from the Preparatory Prayer found in the Schoenstatt Rosary Prayer Booklet) /// Jo

Schoenstatt of Ohio: The Beginning Sep 18, 2024 00:25:29 Episode 65: "Gordon and Carol Lis, members of the couples league of Schoenstatt in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, brought their home shrine entitled, 'Jesus and Mary are the Pillars of the Church' to Sidney, Ohio, when they moved here in 1984." The rest, as they say, is history . . . /// Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* shares with listeners the history of the Schoenstatt Movement i

"It was a work of Divine Providence." Aug 18, 2024 00:22:58 Episode 64: "'It was a work of Divine Providence,' . . . In March of 2023, the Milwaukee shrine's altar and other contents arrived in their new home."* /// Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin** shares with listeners the story about how the contents of the Mariengarten Daughter Shrine found their new home at St. Lawrence Church in Rhine, OH.*** In this epis

Rest, Listen, and Be a Living Monstrance Jul 18, 2024 00:14:04 Episode 63: "We are now in the month of July, a time when many of you are on vacation, enjoying a well-deserved rest. It is important to reflect on what our faith says about rest: is it merely a time for sleeping, not working, and indulging in delicious food? Rather, it is a time to renew ourselves, to pause, and with our hand on the pulse of time and our personal history, to listen to the he

"Sursum Corda: Lift Up Your Hearts" by Sr. Deanne Niehaus Jun 18, 2024 00:24:03 Episode 62: Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* shares with listeners a talk given by Schoenstatt Sister Deanne Niehaus in April of 2024 at a retreat for women sponsored by the Ohio Schoenstatt Women's League. /// *Learn more about Julia's books, podcasts, and blog at theworldisnoisy.com

My Spirit Rejoices in God My Savior: Opening the Door to Divine Love May 18, 2024 00:58:48 Episode 61: Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* shares with listeners a talk she gave in April of 2024 at a retreat for women sponsored by the Ohio Schoenstatt Women's League. /// *Learn more about Julia's books, podcasts, and blog at theworldisnoisy.com

An Introduction to the Schoenstatt Home Shrine Apr 18, 2024 00:27:04 Episode 60: Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin* shares with listeners a talk she gave to a group recently about the Schoenstatt Home Shrine. /// *Learn more about Julia's books, podcasts, and blog at theworldisnoisy.com

"When I am lifted up, I will draw everyone to myself." Mar 18, 2024 00:23:23 Episode 59: "And when I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw everyone to myself." - John 12:32 Join author and host Julia Monnin* on this episode as she invites listeners to spend some time pondering the words found in John 12:20–33 and a Lenten sermon by Schoenstatt's founder Fr. Joseph Kentenich. "He who is raised on the cross wishes to speak to us. He who is raised on t

Slow Down and Receive Feb 18, 2024 00:21:20 Episode 58: "Schoenstatt highlights the way in which Mary embodied the Gospel and lived out of an intimate, personal covenant relationship with our Lord." (Sr. M. Isabel Bracero in "Sursum Corda: Lift Up Your Hearts!", pg. 11) "Slow down and receive." "Walk, don't run." "Focus more on letting Christ in and less on uprooting the darkness." . .

The Pierced Heart of Mary Jan 18, 2024 00:22:14 Episode 57: "...and Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother, 'Behold, this child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be contradicted (and you yourself a sword will pierce) so that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.'" (Luke 2:34-35) Join author and host Julia Monnin* on this episode as she reflects on The Fourth Joyful

Grace: Divine Love's Invitation Dec 18, 2023 00:23:39 Episode 56: "Grace is divine love's invitation, not compelling, but simply reaching out to us." (from Introduction to Schoenstatt Book 5, "Covenant of Love in Daily Life") "Not Compelling" could be defined as "not forceful, interesting, or persuasive." So, what does it mean that grace is "not compelling"? Tune in to this episode as author and

What do you consider your apostolate? Nov 18, 2023 00:24:37 Episode 55: "Before you make your dedication, I ask you . . . What do you consider your apostolate?" During Schoenstatt's Covenant of Love Ceremony the priest asks the candidates to answer four questions as they are stating their intent. The last of these four questions is "What do you consider your apostolate?" In answer to that question, the candidates respond: "To

In Communion with the Holy Mother of God Oct 18, 2023 00:20:34 Episode 54: "Jesus, the only mediator, is the way of our prayer; Mary, his mother and ours, is wholly transparent to him." - CCC, 2674 On this special "founding day" episode, author and host Julia Monnin* shares with listeners a live recording of a class she taught recently on paragraphs 2673–2679 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. This section of the Catechism is titled

Sharing the Sorrow Sep 18, 2023 00:21:08 Episode 53: "On September 15, 1968, the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, immediately after celebrating the holy sacrifice of the Mass, Father Kentenich was called home to the heavenly Father. At his request, the words Dilexit Ecclesiam (he loved the Church), were inscribed on his tomb." - from the website schoenstattsistersofmary.us/our-founder/ Join author and host Julia Monnin* on this e

Inscribed Within My Heart Aug 18, 2023 00:19:29 Episode 52: O Mother, in your holy heart / deeply inscribe each name / and as a sign that we are yours / write it with blood and flame. / In love and childlike gratitude / your name shall also be / deeply inscribed within my heart / for all eternity. - "Oneness with Mary" Prayer by Fr. Joseph Kentenich How can we better pray like the Blessed Mother, "taking all things and pondering

Perfectly Free Jul 18, 2023 00:35:35 Episode 51: "To play the game of love we need to be interiorly free, perfectly free—free from ourselves.'" - Fr. Joseph Kentenich What does it mean to be "free"? And what does freedom have to do with the identity of the Schoenstatt movement? Tune in to this month's episode as author and host Julia Monnin* turns to the Vatican's definition of Schoenstatt as well as t

Remaining Attentive in the Ordinary Jun 18, 2023 00:24:54 Episode 50: "You gather what I am aiming at: I would like to make this place a place of pilgrimage, a place of grace for our house and for the whole German province, and perhaps even further afield. All those who come here to pray shall experience the glory of Mary and confess: 'It is good for us to be here. Here we want to build our tents, here shall be our favorite place.'" - F

Prayers of Yearning and The Beauty of Longing May 18, 2023 00:18:24 Episode 49: "It is so inspiring how your longing opened your eyes and hearts to the open doors through which God's Providence led you to the goal. Fr. Kentenich always told us that 'the measure of longing is the measure of fulfillment. And the Schoenstatt family in Ohio and the history of the shrine interior at St. Lawrence is a wonderful proof of this. He also said that 'longing

Open Doors in Oregon Apr 18, 2023 00:28:42 Episode 48: We often talk in Schoenstatt about the need to "walk through the open doors". Well, thanks to the efforts of some Schoenstatt Mothers in Oregon who did just that, this podcast (and a few others!) are now being shared with a wider audience in the Portland area. Praised be Jesus Christ! Tune in to this special episode to learn more about these "Open Doors in Oregon" a

The Visitation Mar 18, 2023 00:22:10 Episode 47: "And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?" - Luke 1:43 Taking a second to breathe in God's goodness and say "thank you" for the gift of new life, author and host Julia Monnin* reflects in this episode on the mystery of the Visitation (Luke 1:39–56) as she shares with listeners a few details about the newly erected "Schoe

Under the Mantle of Mary's Maternal Protection Feb 18, 2023 00:32:31 Episode 46: "In the shadow of your wings I take refuge, till the storms of destruction pass by.” - Psalm 57:2 Join author and host Julia Monnin on this episode as she shares with listeners the need for (and beauty of) taking refuge under the mantle of Mary's maternal protection, especially during the "Lenten seasons" of our lives. /// "What can likely be attributed to (what seem like) countless an

The Enraptured Gaze of Mary Jan 18, 2023 00:28:55 Episode 45: "And is not the enraptured gaze of Mary as she contemplated the face of the newborn Christ and cradled him in her arms that unparalleled model of love which should inspire us every time we receive Eucharistic communion?" – Pope Saint John Paul II Reflecting some on the mystery of the Visitation (which we read about in Luke 1:39-56), author and host Julia Monnin ponders what it means to

St. Joseph, Guardian of the Redeemer Dec 18, 2022 00:31:35 Episode 44: "Joseph was an eyewitness to this birth, which took place in conditions that, humanly speaking, were embarrassing—a first announcement of that 'self-emptying' (cf. Phil 2:5–8) which Christ freely accepted for the forgiveness of sins" – Pope Saint John Paul II Pondering our Lord's birth in a lowly manger, author and host Julia Monnin shares thoughts in this episode on St. Joseph. Specif

Nothing Without You, Nothing Without Us Nov 18, 2022 00:26:54 Episode 43: "Each one of us must achieve the highest conceivable degree of perfection and sanctity according to his state of life. Not simply the great and greater, but the greatest heights ought to be the object of our increased efforts." - Fr. Joseph Kentenich (in the First Founding Document) What do we mean in Schoenstatt when we say, "Nothing Without You, Nothing Without Us"? And what does th

Now is the Best Opportunity Oct 18, 2022 00:26:50 Episode 42: "Prove to me first by deeds that you really love me and that you take your resolution seriously. Now you have the best opportunity to do so." - Words from Schoenstatt's Founding Act. It may be easy to say the words, "You know the way for me, you know the time, into your hands I trustingly place mine. Your plan is perfect, born of perfect love. You know the way for me, that is enough."

"The Women Stand": Reflecting on the Mystery of Our Lady of Sorrows Sep 18, 2022 00:29:28 Episode 41: "The disciples flee, run away, while the women stand." - from a homily by Joseph Ratzinger (now Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI)  Have you ever found yourself gazing at the Blessed Mother standing next to her Beloved Son hanging on the cross with a chalice in her hand receiving each and every drop of Christ's Precious Blood as portrayed in Schoenstatt's Unity Cross and thought, "This i

Useless Worry and Marian Ponderings Aug 18, 2022 00:31:10 Episode 40: Do you have a hard time keeping your mind from running? This is a struggle for so many of us! Tune in to this episode as author and host Julia Monnin talks about some of the differences between pondering in our depths, like Mary, and uselessly worrying about matters that are out of our control. In this episode, Julia also shares a few practical things she has found helpful in her own l

"Educating the Boys": A Discussion with Guest John Lalley Jul 18, 2022 00:52:49 Episode 39: Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with Ohio's Schoenstatt Diocesan Council Men's Branch Leader, John Lalley. During their conversation, John shares his story of ever-deepening conversion and service to our Lord and Mother and the two discuss the realities and importance of growing, as men, in authentic masculinity and, as women, in authentic femininity. (Oh, and, to giv

Mission Consciousness and The Father Eye Pilgrimage Jun 18, 2022 00:34:58 Episode 38: Join author and host Julia Monnin as she sits down with special guest Cathy Varno, member of the Schoenstatt Movement in Ohio and coordinator of the The Father Eye Pilgrimage currently taking place there. During their conversation, Cathy shares the story behind answering the call to coordinate this year's pilgrimage and she and Julia remind listeners about the importance of living with

"The Father sees me; the Father loves me; the Father knows me." May 18, 2022 00:30:31 Episode 37: The Father Eye symbol from the Mariengarten Daughter Shrine (this Shrine was originally consecrated in Milwaukee, WI in 1962) has been on pilgrimage in Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia traveling with the title: "Our Mother's Mission of Uniting the Ohio Family Around the Shrine." Why does this matter and what does this actually mean? Tune in to this month's episode to find out! Join au

Comfort in the Confusion: A Follow-Up Thought on The Four Temperaments Apr 18, 2022 00:28:25 Episode 36: "We must believe unshakably in the resurrection of Christ. . . . The great comfort in the confusion of our life today, in the great spiritual disaster of our time, is faith and confidence in our perfect resurrection and glory in heaven." - J. Kentenich (Aus dem Glauben Leben, Vol.1, pp. 81-94) Join author and host Julia Monnin on this episode as she shares a follow-up thought on the fo

Complying with the Father's Wish Mar 18, 2022 00:24:23 Episode 35: If pride is the root of all sin, then humility must be the heart of all holiness, right? But what does it really mean to be humble? Join author and host Julia Monnin on this month's episode as she ponders these questions herself while reflecting on the connection between Fr. Kentenich's prayer "I beg you, Father, for all the Cross and Suffering" and the "Litany of Humility". - - - Show

Shout-Out to Schoenstatt Feb 18, 2022 00:23:55 Episode 34: "Do you have any helpful hints to share with others about ways to grow closer to Mary through prayers, books, etc? Or maybe just some basic suggestions of things others can get started with?" Join author and host Julia Monnin on this month's episode as she ponders, not only these questions, but her inability to answer them! WARNING: This episode may, indeed, be a nonsensical one! But s

A Joyful Yes Jan 18, 2022 00:22:00 Episode 33: What do Fr. Kentenich’s “joyful yes” and January 20th have in common? You’re about to find out! Tune in as Schoenstatt Sister of Mary, Sr. M. Isabel, discusses “the second milestone” in the history of our Schoenstatt family, which took place on January 20, 1942.

Graced Souls: Inspiration from Sr. M. Emilie Engel Dec 18, 2021 00:16:40 Episode 32: "To see and adore God in graced souls is the original form of Christian adoration." - Sr. Emilie Engel We may long to be near our Eucharistic Lord at daily Mass and in Eucharistic Adoration, but what can we do during those times when this is not possible? Schoenstatt's own Venerable Servant of God, Sr. Emilie Engel, offers us some encouragement and guidance. Join author and host Julia

Planting Seeds Nov 18, 2021 00:24:59 Episode 31: Author and host Julia Monnin sits back down with wife, mother, and sister in Christ, Rebecca Willard, on this month's show. In this episode, the two share the (unexpected) way the Lord proved to them the point they were trying to make on last month's show: that we do our best as parents not knowing how, if, or when anything will actually sink in but TRUSTING that God will bear fru

Fulfilling Duties Faithfully Oct 18, 2021 00:33:02 Episode 30: "I know that Mary is the educator and I try to teach my kids the faith, I'm just hoping it's doing something and is sticking with them." - Can you relate with this statement of faith, hope, and love given by this episode's special guest? If so, then tune in as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with Rebecca Willard—a wife, mother, and sister in Christ—as they converse about what it

Longing For God's Presence In Your Home Sep 18, 2021 00:23:16 Episode 29: What are we to do when our lives of prayer become "blah" and we're longing to feel God's presence in our home but don't? How do we live trusting more and more fully in the words of our founder, Fr. Joseph Kentenich, which confidently remind us that "no one will be lost who remains faithful to the covenant of love!"? Join author and host Julia Monnin as she ponders these questions while

Renounced Mother-Rights Aug 18, 2021 00:16:56 Episode 28: "Only after she had freely said – again, in the name of mankind – the required yes to the death of the Redeemer, only after she had freely renounced her Mother-rights in favor of our claim over him, only after she had surrendered him for the sake of our sins and united her sacrifice with his – only then could the Savior exclaim in accordance with the precise unfolding of God's plan, 'I

A Sinful Woman Forgiven Jul 18, 2021 01:32:33 Episode 27: In this month’s episode, Julia shares with listeners the Keynote Address she gave at the 100th Anniversary of Women in Schoenstatt Event in Waukesha, WI on June 26, 2021. In the talk she shares her own story as a “Woman Touched by God, Authentic Reflection of Mary” as she reflects on how the Lord’s grace and mercy have been at work in her life (and in the life of her family) in powerfu

Back to the Basics Jun 18, 2021 00:18:13 Episode 26: "The more my heart beats in the heart of the Blessed Mother, the more my heart will beat in the heart of Christ." (Fr. Joseph Kentenich) - What really happens in our hearts when we enter into the Covenant of Love with the Blessed Mother? How is she at work taking "perfect care" in your own life? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin goes "Back to the Basics" on this episode reminding

In Memory of Gordon Lis May 18, 2021 00:22:54 Episode 25: Where would you be without Schoenstatt? Who do you have to thank for bringing you into this Movement? In a special way this month we, as members of the Schoenstatt Family in the state of Ohio, collectively thank the Lis Family. Gordon and Carol were the first couple to bring the Schoenstatt Movement to Ohio, and on this episode we celebrate the life of Gordon, who passed into eternal l

John 16 Apr 18, 2021 00:41:17 Episode 24: On this special crossover episode, author and host Julia Monnin shares a recently recorded episode of the Darting Through The Faith Podcast. The Darting Through The Faith Podcast is a weekly show hosted by Fr. Sean Wilson and Julia Monnin. On this episode, Fr. Sean and Julia share some reflections on John, Chapter 16. In a particular way, they share insights into the possible ways Mary

The Weekly Retreat Mar 18, 2021 00:19:24 Episode 23: "To swim in the ocean of mercies means to savor frequently all the gifts of love that God ever gave to me personally." (Fr. Joseph Kentenich) - Have you ever wanted to slow life down enough to stop and smell the roses? Then tune in to this episode on The Weekly Retreat! Taking a look at the book of Genesis, Chapter 2, author and host Julia Monnin shares with listeners one possible way

The Twelfth Station: Jesus Dies on the Cross Feb 18, 2021 00:21:08 Episode 22: "As often as I may lovingly contemplate your cross, let me trust no longer in money and possessions so that I can give myself with heart and mind, carefree and completely, to you and to my Mother." (Fr. Joseph Kentenich, Heavenwards) - Taking this quote as her inspiration for this episode, tune in as author and host Julia Monnin gives listeners some questions to ponder in prayer as we

Small and Simple Jan 18, 2021 00:18:30 Episode 21: "When we acknowledge our smallness, God draws us into the very depth of his heart. It is wrong to become restless." (Fr. Joseph Kentenich) - What does this really mean? And how can we "become like children" and imitate our Mother by becoming a "little Mary" in the world? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin ponders these questions (and more!) as she takes a closer look at our Lord's

Remain Still Dec 18, 2020 00:15:39 Episode 20: "We will remain still when God wants to form us as instruments for the redemption of the world." - Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin takes a look at a reflection on the 5th Joyful Mystery, The Finding of Jesus in the Temple, written by Schoenstatt’s founder Fr. Joseph Kentenich. 

Living the Covenant: Part 2 Nov 18, 2020 00:23:19 Episode 19: Tune is as author and host Julia Monnin shares some of the practical ways listeners of this show strive to live out their Covenant of Love in their everyday lives. This is Part 2 of the "Living the Covenant" series. Let us learn from one another!

Living the Covenant: Part 1 Oct 18, 2020 00:26:02 Episode 18: Tune is as author and host Julia Monnin celebrates the 106th anniversary of the Schoenstatt Movement by sharing some of the practical ways she strives to live out her Covenant of Love in her everyday life. And be sure to tune in next month for Part 2, where she shares what other listeners are doing to live out theirs. Let us learn from one another!

What is Membership Dedication? Sep 18, 2020 00:21:52 Episode 17: What is Membership Dedication in the Schoenstatt Movement? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with special guest Susan Bernhold (Diocesan Leader of the Schoenstatt Mother's League in Ohio) as the two take a closer look at this question while welcoming 18 of the Movement's newest Members in the Mother's League. - - - "Members come from the ranks of the associate members w

The Promises and Requests of Mary Aug 18, 2020 00:23:59 Episode 16: “Nothing without you. Nothing without us.” - Taken from the founding document of the Schoenstatt Movement, the Promises and Requests of Mary give those who make their Covenant of Love a beautiful foundational piece of their covenantal relationship with our Mother Thrice Admirable. On this episode author and host Julia Monnin reviews the 6 promises and 6 requests of Mary and invites lis

The Beatitudes Jul 18, 2020 00:13:47 Episode 15: "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:10). - On this episode author and host Julia Monnin takes a look at the Scripture passages found in Matthew 5:1-12 and Acts 5:12-42 as she reminds listeners not to fear the persecution that sometimes finds us in this world but to instead "rejoice that [you have been] considere

Shrine Stories: Part 2 Jun 18, 2020 00:37:45 Episode 14: "The Schoenstatt Movement is a powerhouse of grace." Often this statement is the lived reality of members making their Covenant of Love and of the many persons making pilgrimages to the Schoenstatt Shrines. Tune is as author and host Julia Monnin sits down with special guest Dr. Joey Miles as he shares his own personal example of the "powerhouse of graces" he received while visiting th

Shrine Stories: Part 1 May 18, 2020 00:28:02 Episode 13: "The Schoenstatt Movement is a powerhouse of grace." Often this statement is the lived reality of members making their Covenant of Love and of the many persons making pilgrimages to the Schoenstatt Shrines. Tune is as author and host Julia Monnin shares examples of the "powerhouse of graces" she has received while visiting some of the Daughter Shrines in the movement and introduces you

The Four Temperaments: A Spiritual Perspective Apr 18, 2020 01:43:29 Episode 12: Ever wonder why you have a tendency to react a certain way in certain situations? Why one person might prefer to be in charge and call all of the shots while another would much rather stay hidden and let someone else make all of the decisions? Having a basic understanding of the four temperaments might help! Listen in as author and host Julia Monnin presents this class to a group of co

The Tree Beside Running Waters Mar 18, 2020 00:22:05 Episode 11: Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin bears her heart and soul about the recent cancellation of all publicly celebrated Catholic Masses and looks to the Blessed Mother for strength and guidance as she prayerfully responds to the question, "Now what?". 

At the Foot of the Cross Feb 18, 2020 00:19:44 Episode 10: As we grow spiritually the Lord slowly teaches us how to transition from resisting suffering to accepting, and even embracing, it. Join author and host Julia Monnin on this month's podcast as we prepare for the upcoming season of Lent and learn how we can better imitate Mary. Yes, even at the foot of the cross.

Elevator Speech Jan 18, 2020 00:19:11 Episode 9: An elevator speech is a short description of something that explains the concept in a way such that any listener can understand it in a short period of time. What is your elevator speech when it comes to describing the Schoenstatt Movement? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin wonders about this herself and encourages all active members in Schoenstatt to consider how they would descr

Mary's Mission Dec 18, 2019 00:20:56 Episode 8: What was (and still is) Mary's mission and how does her mission relate to our own?  Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin shares thoughts and insights related to these questions and wonders if pure devotion to Mary really is a "shortcut" on the soul's journey to Christ.

Mother Thrice Admirable Nov 18, 2019 00:31:50 Episode 7: Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin has a conversation with Sr. Danielle Peters and Fr. John Larson about their newly released book "Mother Thrice Admirable: An Introduction to the Mariology of Fr. Joseph Kentenich."

Women Touched by God Oct 18, 2019 00:21:15 Episode 6: What is a "supernatural instinct" and how does it become awakened? Tune in as author and host Julia Monnin discusses some of Fr. Kentenich's thoughts on the Visitation of the Blessed Mother to Elizabeth and unfolds the meaning of the following words from St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein): "To speak to God is easier by nature for woman than for man because a natural desire

The Covenant of Love Sep 18, 2019 00:22:38 Episode 5: "I will be there God and they will be my people." Listen as author and host Julia Monnin unfolds the Covenant in Salvation History and explains how the "Covenant of Love" with Mary is an extension of the Covenant with God.

Your Role in God's Plan Aug 18, 2019 00:21:51 Episode 4: What does the story of the Visitation teach us about, what Schoenstatt calls, "Mission Consciousness"? Learn more on this podcast as author and host Julia Monnin shares thoughts on the importance of discovering (and living out) your role in God's plan.

An Open Door Jul 18, 2019 00:17:16 Episode 3: Listen as author and host Julia Monnin shares thoughts about one of the foundational principles of Schoenstatt spirituality: Practical Belief in Divine Providence.

The Personal Ideal Jun 18, 2019 00:20:08 Episode 2: On this episode author and host Julia Monnin discusses Schoenstatt spirituality and gives listeners an overview of The Personal Ideal. *Update on the Daughter Shrine: A location was mentioned in this episode for a daughter shrine in Ohio. A daughter shrine did not end up being formed there. But, we now we have a Schoenstatt chapel at St. Lawrence Church in Rhine, Ohio. Address: 16053

An Introduction May 7, 2019 00:24:39 Episode 1: Author and host, Julia Monnin introduces herself and gives listeners an idea of what to expect on The Schoenstatt Way of Life Podcast. She also spends a little time talking about the three graces from the Shrine: the grace of Inner Transformation, the grace of Apostolic Zeal, and the grace of Being at Home.

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