It's been a busy week, so I apologize for being a bit tardy to thank all of you for supporting our ACE Alliance for Catholic Education Giving Campaign. Our goal for the campaign was to raise sufficient funds to give one copy of I Am God's Storyteller to each of the 179 ACE teachers who will be in … [Read more...] about Thank You for Supporting Our ACE Giving Campaign!
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Chris Dowling “Run the Race” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #50
On this week's show, we hear from writer, producer and director Chris Dowling about his involvement with the Tim Tebow produced film "Run the Race". Chris Dowling (Director, Co-Writer) Chris Dowling is a writer, producer, and director known for his work on such films as WHERE HOPE GROWS and … [Read more...] about Chris Dowling “Run the Race” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #50
Reminder! Book Signing Tomorrow at Notre Dame Bookstore!
Friends, just a quick reminder that Eric Carlson and I will be signing I Am God's Storyteller tomorrow, Saturday, May 18 from 1:30 pm to 3 pm at the Hammes Notre Dame Bookstore. We'd love to meet you in person, but if you're not in the area you can help us celebrate Eric's graduation and support … [Read more...] about Reminder! Book Signing Tomorrow at Notre Dame Bookstore!
The Biggest Little Farm: Encouragement for Life’s Hardest Stuff
Increasingly, documentary films are my favorite form of entertainment. My top film experience for 2018, FREE SOLO, forever altered my previously held perception that only blockbusters can keep you on the edge of your seat. So perhaps it's not surprising that THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM charmed me … [Read more...] about The Biggest Little Farm: Encouragement for Life’s Hardest Stuff
You’re Invited! Book Signing at Notre Dame and Special Giving Campaign for Teachers!
Join us in a special campaign to donate books to 179 Alliance for Catholic Education teachers nationwide. As we celebrate the college graduation of "I Am God's Storyteller" illustrator Eric Carlson, we are hoping to raise $2000 to donate a copy of our book to every ACE teacher nationwide. On … [Read more...] about You’re Invited! Book Signing at Notre Dame and Special Giving Campaign for Teachers!
Is Reconciliation Possible? The Redemption Project Takes a Closer Look
Many of us wondered what would possibly fill the Sunday 9:00 pm time slot on CNN when Anthony Bourdain's groundbreaking show ended. For many of us, Parts Unknown was appointment television. I watched not the show because I'm a foodie. (I'm definitely not!) Rather, I tuned in for the storytelling, … [Read more...] about Is Reconciliation Possible? The Redemption Project Takes a Closer Look
The Hug: Close to the Brokenhearted
I am, apparently, a very slow learner. Intellectually, I understand the fundamental changes that are happening in my day-to-day life as a result of my mother's declining health. I am growing increasingly effective at centering my days around the many tasks that need to happen to support her and … [Read more...] about The Hug: Close to the Brokenhearted
Sharing My Faith Journey at America Magazine
I recently had the opportunity to share a bit in writing and on a podcast about our transition to Los Angeles and how it impacted my spiritual life. In case you missed it, I thought I'd share those features here. As I wrote in this article, our big move happened at sort of a pivotal time in our … [Read more...] about Sharing My Faith Journey at America Magazine
Patrick Creadon “Hesburgh” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #48
On this week's show, meet Patrick Creadon a documentary filmmaker and the Director of Hesburgh. Opening nationwide on May 6, the film looks at the life and legacy of Rev. Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C. Patrick Creadon: Patrick Creadon is a 1989 graduate of the University of Notre Dame and holds … [Read more...] about Patrick Creadon “Hesburgh” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #48
Choosing Hope over Fear
These days, I am far too often tempted to fear. Fear awakens me in the middle of the night and nags at me in the quiet moments of my days. The fear of helping care for my parents has become too pervasive. For me, caregiving is a balancing act shared with my siblings. Right now, as I'm temporarily … [Read more...] about Choosing Hope over Fear
Has My Lent Been “Enough”?
"Has my Lent been enough this year?" That's the question I found myself pondering this morning as I prayed my way through today's Gospel from John's account of Jesus' passion and death on the cross. Have I prayed enough? Have I fasted sufficiently? Have I given alms with generosity and … [Read more...] about Has My Lent Been “Enough”?
Chrissy Metz “Breakthrough” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #47
On this week's show, we visit with three amazing personalities from the film BREAKTHROUGH, which opens in theaters nationwide this week. Meet star Chrissy Metz, Director Roxann Dawson, and the "real" John Smith whose miraculous story is at the heart of the … [Read more...] about Chrissy Metz “Breakthrough” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #47
The Best of Enemies
When based in reality, film has the power to instruct, to educate and to motivate. THE BEST OF ENEMIES, opening in theaters today, succeeds in taking a challenging story and turning it into a strong and needed life lesson. Synopsis: from the film's website Based on a true story, THE BEST OF … [Read more...] about The Best of Enemies
Jenn Gotzon Chandler “Sunrise in Heaven” – Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast – Episode #46
On this week's show, we chat with Jenn Gotzon Chandler who stars in the film Sunrise in Heaven, releasing on April 9 on DVD, Digital and On Demand. https://youtu.be/dtYC0ShD8lI After a devastating car crash leaves her husband on life support, one woman must find strength in her faith as … [Read more...] about Jenn Gotzon Chandler “Sunrise in Heaven” – Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast – Episode #46
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
New at Netflix is a compelling film that offers a peek into how innovation has the potential to overcome life's some of most challenging problems. Inspired by the bestselling book The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope by William Kamkwamba, this new Netflix … [Read more...] about The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
Free Solo: Pulse-Racing, Edge of Seat Majesty
A week after my viewing of the Academy Award-winning documentary FREE SOLO from National Geographic, my blood pressure still rises gleefully every time I think of the film. Spoiler Alert: I'll admit that on my first viewing, I did intentionally "spoil" myself by doing some quick googling to make … [Read more...] about Free Solo: Pulse-Racing, Edge of Seat Majesty
