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Kenya Journal: Day 1 – February 19, 2019 – Getting There and Gathering

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The joy is palpable, but to be honest so are the nerves. On this, my third Awareness trip with Unbound, I recognized some of the feelings in my stomach as a series of on-time arrivals carried me from the podium of the Columbus Catholic Women’s Conference through O’Hare airport in Chicago and … [Read more...] about Kenya Journal: Day 1 – February 19, 2019 – Getting There and Gathering

Join Me for Two Upcoming California “Grace of Yes” Events

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Even as I pack my suitcase for my upcoming adventure in Kenya with Unbound, I am brimming with excitement about two upcoming opportunities to share "The Grace of Yes" at retreats in my home state of California. Both events are open to the public, so I hope if you live in Nor Cal or So Cal, you'll … [Read more...] about Join Me for Two Upcoming California “Grace of Yes” Events

Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #03 – Stephen Chbosky “Wonder” and Dr. Joseph Dutkowsky “Perfectly Human”

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It's time for a new Lisa Hendey & Friends podcast! Our guests this week are Stephen Chbosky, director of Wonder (coming to DVD and digital release this week) and Dr. Joseph Dutkowsky, an orthopaedic surgeon and the author of Perfectly Human. Sharing both of these interviews together reminds … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #03 – Stephen Chbosky “Wonder” and Dr. Joseph Dutkowsky “Perfectly Human”

Who Are Your “Innkeepers”?

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For the past several years, one mainstay of my Lenten devotionals has been the fine resources created by Catholic Relief Services' CRS Rice Bowl program. It's very easy for me to recommend Rice Bowl because I have seen firsthand the work done around the world that is undertaken via our small Lenten … [Read more...] about Who Are Your “Innkeepers”?

Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #02 – Ken Kniepmann: Lent Prep!

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Believe it or not, it's almost time for Lent! If you're like me, maybe you're still unwrapping the gifts of the Christmas season. But the time has come to ponder our Lenten fasting, prayer and almsgiving. To that end, I'm happy to share my interview with Ken Kniepmann, author of the new book Lenten … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #02 – Ken Kniepmann: Lent Prep!

Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #01 – Pete Socks

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I'm happy to be back behind the microphone for a new project, my "Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast" with Breadbox Media. Breadbox Media has been around for a few years in different formats, but the team there is now at work assembling an impressive team of podcasters that includes Sonja Corbitt, … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #01 – Pete Socks

Celebrate Catholic Schools Week with Chime Travelers

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I was excited to hear from my friends at Franciscan Media this week that they are offering a weeklong special on my Chime Travelers series of children's fiction. Now through February 3, you'll save 25% off the series when you shop here using promo code CATHOLICSCHOOLS2018. This is near and dear … [Read more...] about Celebrate Catholic Schools Week with Chime Travelers

3 Minutes with Jennifer Baugh

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My first encounter with Jennifer Baugh (see Jennifer's bio here), the gifted Founder and National Executive Director of Young Catholic Professionals, occurred at a leadership conference. As I sat in the audience listening to this remarkably poised young woman speak, I knew that I wanted to meet her … [Read more...] about 3 Minutes with Jennifer Baugh

The Truth Will Set You Free

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Every year on the Feast of St. Francis de Sales (celebrated on January 24), we receive my favorite papal "gift" - the Pope's message for World Communications Day. This year, the focus of that document is highlighted in its title "The truth will set you free” (Jn 8:32). Fake news and journalism for … [Read more...] about The Truth Will Set You Free

12 Strong

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Some of the toughest scenes to watch in 12 Strong--the ones that most hit me in the gut--don't happen when a band of Green Berets courageously venture, against all odds, into war astride horses. They don't happen in bloody battle scenes of man versus tank. They're not played out as inexperienced … [Read more...] about 12 Strong

Paddington 2: Lesson In Generosity Overflows with Hilarity and Marmalade

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What if you could take the kids to a movie this weekend that promises to teach them valuable lessons about kindness, generosity of spirit, the value of hard work, and the importance of community? And what if said movie featured the latest technological advances in animation, a diverse and … [Read more...] about Paddington 2: Lesson In Generosity Overflows with Hilarity and Marmalade

When NICE Works: An Inside Look at Paddington 2

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Hitting theaters this week is a film that flies in the face of much of what makes blockbuster films popular these days. Tomorrow, I'll offer my full review of Paddington 2. Today, I'm happy to share my recent experience of sitting down with some of the film's key players to learn more about the … [Read more...] about When NICE Works: An Inside Look at Paddington 2

Kenya Journal: Journeying to Kenya with Unbound in 2018 #UnboundAdventure

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Hujambo! Are you ready to pack your bags and embark upon another #UnboundAdventure? I'm thrilled to share that in February, we'll again be journeying with my friends at Unbound to see the work being done by Unbound staff and sponsors in the country of Kenya. This will be my third trip to Africa, … [Read more...] about Kenya Journal: Journeying to Kenya with Unbound in 2018 #UnboundAdventure

Tools for Your 2018 “Pray More” Resolution

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If you're like me, it's likely you will spend at least an hour or two over the next few days looking back in recollection over 2017 and planning ahead for the New Year. We "resolution makers" are taught to make "SMART" goals that can be easily tracked over time. In recent years, I've found "Pray … [Read more...] about Tools for Your 2018 “Pray More” Resolution