To her family, Rhonda Gruenewald is a devoted wife and mother. For the Church, Rhonda is a woman who has said "yes" to an ever-growing need to find a solution for the worldwide vocation crisis. Rhonda is passionate in her desire to provide parishes and diocese with effective, impactful tools to … [Read more...] about Rhonda Gruenewald and Vocations Ministry: Helping Create a Culture of Vocations
Author Interviews
David Dziena “I Will Not Let Go, Daddy” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 60
On this week's show, it's storytime with children's author David Dziena who penned I Will Not Let Go, Daddy with his daughter Anya. David Dziena: David Dziena is the Editorial Director for Pflaum Publishing Group, a division of Bayard, Inc. He has also served as Executive Editor and Parish … [Read more...] about David Dziena “I Will Not Let Go, Daddy” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 60
Rose Rea “Spirit and Life” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 59
On this week's show, we meet Rose Rea, Founder of Radiant and Valiant Magazines and author of the beautiful new book Spirit and Life: The Holy Sacraments of the Catholic Church. Rose Rea: Rose Rea is the Founder of Radiant and Valiant Magazines, Catholic Magazines for young men and women now … [Read more...] about Rose Rea “Spirit and Life” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 59
Joyce Smith “Breakthrough” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 58
On this week's show, we welcome Joyce Smith, the author of Breakthrough: The Miraculous Story of a Mother’s Love and Her Son’s Resurrection on which the film BREAKTHROUGH is based. The film is now available on all Digital streaming, Blu-Ray, 4K and DVD platforms. Joyce Smith: JOYCE SMITH was born … [Read more...] about Joyce Smith “Breakthrough” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 58
Stephen Auth “The Missionary of Wall Street” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 53
On this week's show, we take a virtual walk along the streets of Manhattan with Stephen Auth, the author of The Missionary of Wall Street: From Managing Stocks to Saving Souls on the Streets of New York. Stephen Auth Stephen Auth has had a long career on Wall Street, first with Prudential … [Read more...] about Stephen Auth “The Missionary of Wall Street” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 53
Colleen Carroll Campbell “The Heart of Perfection” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #52
On this week's show, we spend time chatting with award-winning author, journalist, and speaker Colleen Carroll Campbell about her new book The Heart of Perfection: How the Saints Taught Me to Trade My Dream of Perfect for God's. Colleen Carroll Campbell: Colleen Carroll Campbell is an … [Read more...] about Colleen Carroll Campbell “The Heart of Perfection” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #52
Fr. George Rutler and Timothy Gordon – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #51
On this week's show, we converse with the authors of two important new books. Fr. George Ruter shares about his latest work Grace and Truth: Twenty Steps to Embracing Virtue and Saving Civilization Next, we welcome Timothy J. Gordon, author of Catholic Republic: Why America Will Perish Without … [Read more...] about Fr. George Rutler and Timothy Gordon – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #51
Heather Renshaw “Death by Minivan” – Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast – Episode 35
On this week's show, we visit with Heather Anderson Renshaw, author of the wonderful new book Death by Minivan. Heather Renshaw: Heather Renshaw is a wife and mother of five exuberant children living in the missionary territory of suburban Portland, Oregon. When not ferrying kids in her overworked … [Read more...] about Heather Renshaw “Death by Minivan” – Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast – Episode 35
Taking “A Sacred Look” with Sister Nancy Usselmann
The first time I met Sr. Nancy Usselmann, she was dressed up as Lucy from "I Love Lucy" and enthusiastically leading party games at a television-themed Halloween party where the guests were encouraged to dress up as their favorite TV characters. That might sound funny to someone who has never … [Read more...] about Taking “A Sacred Look” with Sister Nancy Usselmann
Allison Gingras “Stay Connected” – Lisa Hendey & Friends Episode 22
On this week's show, we welcome Allison Gingras, host of A Seeking Heart podcast for a conversation on her latest project, Stay Connected Journals for Catholic Women and a discussion about how we can support Christian families living in the Holy Land. Allison Gingras Allison Gingras is the … [Read more...] about Allison Gingras “Stay Connected” – Lisa Hendey & Friends Episode 22
Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 18: Leslea Wahl “Stories Matter”
Listen to this week's podcast online at Podbean, Libsyn, iHeartRadio On this week's show, we welcome award-winning author Leslea Wahl, co-author of the new fiction anthology Secrets: Visible and Invisible, for a conversation about fiction and why stories matter. Leslea Wahl: Leslea Wahl is an … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 18: Leslea Wahl “Stories Matter”
Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 17: Joshua Miller, PhD “Unrepeatable”
Listen to this week's podcast online at Podbean, Libsyn, iHeartRadio On this week's show, we welcome Joshua Miller, Ph.D., co-author of the compelling book Unrepeatable, Cultivating the Unique Calling of Every Person, a conversation about story, vocation and mission, and why … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode 17: Joshua Miller, PhD “Unrepeatable”
Lisa Hendey & Friends #11: Brother Casey Cole, OFM “Called”
Listen to this week's podcast online at Podbean, Libsyn, iHeartRadio On this week's show, we welcome Br. Casey Cole, OFM, author of Called: What Happens After Saying Yes to God and the creative force behind the Breaking in the Habit channel at Youtube. We chat about Brother Casey's book, how we can … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends #11: Brother Casey Cole, OFM “Called”
Stephen Binz: Equipping Missionary Disciples
During my participation at this summer's Convocation of Catholic Leaders, there was a particular phrase that continually captured my imagination throughout the event: Missionary discipleship. Called to live out the Joy of the Gospel in America, we who were convened were continually reminded … [Read more...] about Stephen Binz: Equipping Missionary Disciples
Gary Zimak: An Anxious Soul’s Friend & Guide
I can't remember the first time I actually met my friend Gary Zimak in person, but I do remember that I immediately felt comforted by his presence. Our residences on opposite sides of this big country make in-person visits a challenge. But our friendship is strong. Time and time again, Gary has … [Read more...] about Gary Zimak: An Anxious Soul’s Friend & Guide
Meet Tommy Tighe: The Dude Who Unlocked My Inner Hipster
You've probably seen a very "hipster" new book floating around on Twitter and Instagram. The Catholic Hipster Handbook: Rediscovering Cool Saints, Forgotten Prayers, and Other Weird But Sacred Stuff is the brainchild of Tommy Tighe. Building on the success of his Twitter game, Tighe tapped a team of … [Read more...] about Meet Tommy Tighe: The Dude Who Unlocked My Inner Hipster
