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Teresa of Calcutta: In Conversation with Jon Sweeney

October 25, 2022 by Lisa M. Hendey

Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by my good friend (and former editor!) Jon Sweeney. A prolific author, and voracious reader, Jon joins me to share about his most recent book Teresa of Calcutta: Dark Night, Active Love. This book is Jon's … [Read more...] about Teresa of Calcutta: In Conversation with Jon Sweeney

Filed Under: In Conversation Tagged With: Author Interviews, Authors, Books, In Conversation, Saint Teresa of Calcutta, Saints

Introducing “Saints Like Me”!

June 27, 2022 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

I'm a bit late to the party with this introduction, because... life... But I'm truly happy to share the newest title in my bibliography. And this new "book baby" is literally a "baby book"! Inspired by the artwork in our bestseller I'm a Saint in the Making, my illustrator Katie Broussard and I put … [Read more...] about Introducing “Saints Like Me”!

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: Books, Children's books, Saints, Saints Like Me

Man of God

March 21, 2022 by Lisa M. Hendey

When I attended a recent screening for the film MAN OF GOD, in theaters nationwide today, I walked in not knowing what to expect. The venue for the event was the beautiful Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Los Angeles. While only a few miles from my home, this sacred spot was entirely new to … [Read more...] about Man of God

Filed Under: Movies Tagged With: Movie Reviews, Movies, Saints

Saint Hildegard: In Conversation with Susan Garthwaite

October 8, 2021 by Lisa M. Hendey

Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Susan Garthwaite, the author of the wonderful new biography Saint Hildegard: Ancient Insights for Modern Seekers. I must admit that even with as much as I've written on and spoken about the lives of the … [Read more...] about Saint Hildegard: In Conversation with Susan Garthwaite

Filed Under: Books, In Conversation Tagged With: Author Interviews, Authors, Books, Saints

Model of Faith: In Conversation with Leonard J. DeLorenzo, Ph.D.

April 13, 2021 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

Today, I continue my ongoing series of conversations with published authors as I’m joined by Leonard J. DeLorenzo, Ph.D., author of the inspirational new book Model of Faith: Reflecting on the Litany of Saint Joseph. Newly available from Our Sunday Visitor, Dr. DeLorenzo's book is the perfect … [Read more...] about Model of Faith: In Conversation with Leonard J. DeLorenzo, Ph.D.

Filed Under: Books, In Conversation Tagged With: Author Interviews, Books, Mater Dei High School, Notre Dame, Prayer, Saints, St. Joseph

I’m a Saint in the Making: Book Trailer Premiere!

August 4, 2020 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

I'm a Saint in the Making Book Cover

Today, I'm delighted to invite you to a fancy red carpet premiere! Go ahead and don your fancy dress or suit. Touch up your lipstick and get your best selfie smile worked out. Here's a virtual box of popcorn and some Red Vines (my theater treat of choice!) But seriously, I'm super psyched to give … [Read more...] about I’m a Saint in the Making: Book Trailer Premiere!

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: Books, I'm a Saint in the Making, Saints, Videos, Writing

Wanderlight: A Pilgrim’s Adventure

August 3, 2020 by Lisa M. Hendey 3 Comments

While placing your child in front of a video game in the age of distance learning might seem the least logical choice you'll make this school year, a new catechetical resource from Loyola Press may change your mind. Today, I'm happy to share my recent conversation with Joellyn Cicciarelli, … [Read more...] about Wanderlight: A Pilgrim’s Adventure

Filed Under: Tech Tagged With: Catechesis, Loyola Press, Publishers, Religious Education, Saints, Technology, Video Games

Your Gifts Matter: Five Loaves and Two Fish

May 8, 2020 by Lisa M. Hendey

One beneficial side effect of our sequestration during the pandemic is the fact that I've found more time to read each day. I've been working my way through a few novels with my parents during our daily read-aloud time on Alexa. At the moment, we're mid-way through Kiss the Girls and Make Them Cry … [Read more...] about Your Gifts Matter: Five Loaves and Two Fish

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: Books, Saints, Vietnam

Katie Broussard “Audacious Ignatius” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #61

August 23, 2019 by Lisa M. Hendey

On this week's show, we meet Katie Broussard, an artist, educator, and illustrator of Audacious Ignatius, a children’s book about the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Katie Broussard: Katie Broussard is an artist, educator, and illustrator of Audacious Ignatius, a children’s book about the life … [Read more...] about Katie Broussard “Audacious Ignatius” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #61

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Books, Children's books, Illustrators, Podcast, Saints, St. Ignatius of Loyola

Susan Tassone “Day by Day with St. Faustina” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #56

July 9, 2019 by Lisa M. Hendey

On this week's show, bestselling author Susan Tassone invites us into a journey of spiritual friendship with St. Faustina as we discuss her newest book Day by Day with Saint Faustina. Susan Tassone Susan Tassone has long been a passionate champion for the holy souls in purgatory and is … [Read more...] about Susan Tassone “Day by Day with St. Faustina” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #56

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Podcast, Prayer, Saints, St. Faustina

Can I Master Belief?

July 3, 2019 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

Today in the Church, we pause to reflect upon the life of St. Thomas. I spent some of my quiet time this morning reading and praying over a blog post I wrote in 2017 after having visited the St. Thomas Mount National Shrine in Chennai, India with Unbound (read that reflection here). It is … [Read more...] about Can I Master Belief?

Filed Under: Faith Tagged With: Belief, Faith, India, Saints, St. Thomas

Join Me for “Cooking with the Saints” Tomorrow, July 1

June 30, 2019 by Lisa M. Hendey

I'm excited (and admittedly a bit nervous) to share a fun experience tomorrow on my Instagram stories. I'll be "cooking with the saints"... specifically St. Junipero Serra on his feast day! This culinary craziness is to celebrate the launch of the new book Cooking with the Saints by Alexandra … [Read more...] about Join Me for “Cooking with the Saints” Tomorrow, July 1

Filed Under: Books Tagged With: Books, Cooking, Instagram, Saints, St. Junipero Serra

Colleen Carroll Campbell “The Heart of Perfection” – Lisa Hendey & Friends – Episode #52

June 7, 2019 by Lisa M. Hendey

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

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Author Interviews, Saints

Fr. Tom Gibbons, CSP: Romero – Lisa Hendey & Friends Episode 27

October 9, 2018 by Lisa M. Hendey

On this week's show, we interview Fr. Tom Gibbons, CSP, who serves as Director of Development and Production at Paulist Productions as we discuss the upcoming release of the Collector's Edition of Romero in anticipation of the canonization of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador on October 14, … [Read more...] about Fr. Tom Gibbons, CSP: Romero – Lisa Hendey & Friends Episode 27

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Movies, Paulist Productions, Saints, St. Oscar Romero

Australia Journal Kicks Off!

August 7, 2018 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

Once again, I am counting my blessings and packing my bags as I prepare Friday to embark on the journey of a lifetime: my very first speaking mission to Australia! I'm traveling at the invitation of some very generous faith communities in Australia. As I anticipate all of the things that I'll … [Read more...] about Australia Journal Kicks Off!

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Australia Journal, Saints, Travel

Lisa Hendey & Friends – Live with Maria Morera Johnson

December 4, 2017 by Lisa M. Hendey

As an avid podcast listener, I've been hankering for a return the world of audio conversations. What always trips me up is the amount of time it takes to accomplish "post-production" on podcasts. So I've decided to forego complications and simply try to record a weekly Facebook Live conversation … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends – Live with Maria Morera Johnson

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Authors, Podcast, Saints

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