No AW ReadHER today... but here's a suggestion or two......

Kevin Knight over at New Advent always has a good daily roundup, as does Pulp.it, and Nat'l Catholic Register. 

Among Women ReadHer... 7.9.11

Among Women ReadHer

7.9.11

Holy Women & Everyday Hero Priests 

-- Elizabeth Scalia, The Anchoress

Good book recommendation from the Holy Father, and more!

Forget You, Feminism

--Kathryn Jean Lopez, National Review Online

An interesting discussion on the subject of feminism and female candidates for office. 


How Facebook is Like a Swingset
--Karen Edmisten at Faith and Family Live


A New Role for Maria Goretti?
--Sr. Anne Flanagan, DSP from Nunblog
A patron saint for domestic abuse? Check it out.


Wisconsin Marian Shrine: "Turnout has been incredible!"
--Deacon Greg at The Deacon's Bench
Recall, this is the first Marian apparition site approved in the USA. Here's the original article the Deacon cites, with great photos of the shrine. You may recall my conversation with Dr. Maura Hearden about it on AW 83. And here's a past post about Dr. Hearden's recent visit to the shrine.

This trailer has been out for sometime, so it's not so new, but it is still worth sharing. If you haven't heard of this film project, click away!

Finally, a little silliness from LOL Saints, featuring St. Teresa of Avila.

Among Women ReadHer... 7.2.11

Among Women ReadHer

7.2.11

Gentleness in the Real World
-- Elizabeth Foss from her website ElizabethFoss.com
Every woman should read this - but its especially for those just out of college or soon-to-be.

Pope Benedict using an iPad... the Video you've been waiting for 
-- Thomas Peters at American Papist
Yeah, I kinda dig it. Of course, it's the launch of the new Vatican news site: NEWS.va..


Sibling Holy Wars 
-- Sherry Antonelli at CatholicMom.com
Real life in the pew.


Lot's Wife Syndrome
-- Cheryl Dickow at Catholic Womanhood
Wisdom from the Old Testament.


Intergrity, Shape and Radiance:Defining Inner Beauty
-- Christina Novak at CatholicMom.com
Great applications for a daily "make-up" routine.


As we celebrate our nation's birth this weekend, we should also be thinking about celebrating the birth of all human persons, and the right to life. Certain persons are more at risk than others.

Among Women ReadHer... 6.18.11

Among Women ReadHer

6.18.11

The True Meaning of Marriage -- Archbishop of New York, Timothy Dolan
As the Governor and New York State legislature move toward same-sex marriage, NY's Archbishop has timely, important instruction and counsel.


He's Just Not That Into You -- Lauren at Sipping Lemonade
A lot of this is common sense, but sometimes it's good to have someone spell it out.

Hallie Lord's blog is host to several engagement stories.

Some real life follow up to Lauren's article above. 

Walking with a Friend -- Susan Terbay at CatholicMom.com
I so relate to this, cuz I have lived it: What it means to a cancer patient to have others make it easy for them. (Read this in tandem with the next piece from Maria Johnson.)


God Wears a Guaybera and Probably Smokes Cuban Cigars -- Maria Johnson at Another Cup of Coffee
Read this if only to learn this: To ask my friends for prayer, then, is to let them love me. 


This Dad Has Always Been Funnier -- Mary Beth Hicks at Family Events
Hicks writes about her husband this Father's Day.


Sharing His Mind with Me -- Danielle Bean at Fathers for Good
Bean serves up rich memories and the solid example of her Dad for Father's Day

Among Women ReadHer... 6.11.11

Among Women ReadHer

6.11.11

Miscarriage
-- Fr Frank Pavone from Priests for Life on Catholic Lane
Sensitive commentary.


Things I've Learned in Times of Doubt 
-- Karen Edmisten on her blog of the same name
Thumbs up, Karen!


Faith in the Time of Breast Lumps 
-- Elizabeth Esther
What to do while you're waiting for the diagnostic exam.


Pagan Convert: Christie Martin 
-- Christie Martin at Why I'm Catholic
Her conversion story in her own words.

How to Tie Your Shoes
-- courtesy of Julie Davis at Happy Catholic
Gosh, a small revelation.


Taking Class with the X-Men 
-- Maria Morera Johnson at Patheos' Catholic Portal
Got super-hero fans at your house? Need some help conversing with them? Check this out.


Teaching Self Control [to children] is Great Summer Exercise
-- Mary Beth Hicks
One of the fruits of the Spirit, don't ya know...


The Ins and Outs of Opening a Door for a Woman 
-- Brett & Kate McKay
So, what's your experience?


Finally, a story of a remarkable woman...
Watch this video clip about forgiving your son's killer. 
HT: Deacon Greg at The Deacon's Bench

Among Women ReadHer...6.4.11

Among Women ReadHer

6.4.11

Breathing the Same Air -- Hallie Lord

Yup. Among Women welcomed Hallie Lord back on Episode 84 where we discussed fashion and modesty, and as we anticipate summer, she's got a swimsuit post up at her blog.

When a Child's Love Comes Slowly -- Heidi Hess Saxton

The shaping of an adoptive Mom's heart. Important counsel.


The Fight for Life in Minnesota -- Margaret Bern
Pictures show ordinary folks on the front lines.

The Real World of Motherhood -- Tony Rossi
An interview with Rachel Campos Duffy.


Surprised by Love -- Tim Muldoon
A tribute to marriage, especially friendship in marriage.


If you missed the The Today Show's Vatican visit this week, here are a few videos:
A Day in the life of Pope Benedict and a conversation with Archbishop Timothy Dolan about low church attendance, the John Jay study that focused on the church sex scandal causes and effects. There are more videos on the subject in the sidebar at that website.

Catholic Sisters and the American Civil War - Pat McNamara
Catholic history that comes alive!

And now a story of a remarkable young women...

Wow. Congrats and so much more.


And now a story of another remarkable woman...

HT: Creative Minority Report

Among Women ReadHer... A new weekly feature

Among Women ReadHer

5.24.11

The Perfect Pill? -- Tim Muldoon

This short piece uses a powerful analogy that even a middle-schooler can understand.

What is a Catholic Feminist? -- Simcha Fisher at National Catholic Register

Reclaim the lexicon or find new language? It's an ever-present question.

How to Choose Flowers for a Mary Garden - Lacy at Catholic Icing

-- Related: If you are a gardener, you might like this blog by Margaret Rose Realy.

The Beauty of Play -- Brunhilde Luken

Just what it says. Have you played lately?

Pray for Joplin - Chelsea Zimmerman at Reflections of a Paralytic

Written by a woman who lives in MO, this has links to lend support.

Prayers for Joplin, MO -- Facebook page

The Quality of Mercy -- Rebecca Teti, Faith and Family Live

A mother extending mercy to her son's killers...

Note: this one comes with a warning.*

To Be Born - a powerful 10-minute short film depicting the torment of abortion, as well as the potential to heal from it. - On YouTube. Related: Here's an article quoting the director of the film who hopes that people will be disturbed by its message.

*I applaud that this film was made because it is a story that needs to be told boldly. However, do not view/listen with small children or impressionable/sensitive children in the vicinity. I'd label this a PG-13, but that depends on the maturity of the 13 year old.

Finally, a remarkable woman...

HT: Creative Minority Report & Testosterhome

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This post explains why I started this feature last week. BUT I'm giving you a little taste now... THIS FEATURE will be ON SATURDAYS.

Among Women ReadHer... A new weekly feature here at Among Women

In honor of our two years together and our forthcoming 100th episode, I thought the blog should grow a bit.

Many of you know that I write and read an awful lot. Almost to a fault. That comes from the kind of work that I do. But many of you have busy weeks, and have little time to comb the Catholic news and blogosphere leisurely. I've long had a "reader" in the sidebar for sharing stuff I find interesting on the web, as well as a blogroll. I'll still keep them, but I want to tailor a weekly listing of articles and/or "finds" on the web that are specifically geared for the women who listen to the podcast and read the blog. They may relate to topics we've covered on Among Women, or they may relate to the spiritual life, or women's issues in general.

Anyway, I'm gonna give it a go. I don't expect it to be a large post with many links like New Advent or The Pulp.it or any of those big gun content aggregators. It'll just be some stuff that benefits us girls.

If you find any articles, etc, of benefit, I'd ask that you send them along either in the combox, or send them to my email: amongwomenpodcast@me.com.

So here we go...

Among Women ReadHer

5.21.11

Christ in the Workplace - Rebecca Teti
Don't miss the discussion in the comments underneath the blog post -- very good insights from women in the workplace. This post is a response to this study recently done by the USCCB: Women's Spirituality in the Workplace


The Three Temptations of Facebook - Jennifer Fulwiler

What Does the Marriage Want? - Deacon Greg Kandra

California Bill Respects the Authority of Parents - Mary Beth Hicks

Jerry Lewis Retires from Telethon - The Anchoress
Pay attention to the links at the bottom from my pal Maria Johnson's blog.


A Post-Abortive Mothers Agony - Dr. Gerard Nadal, PhD


To Bikini or Not to Bikini - THAT is the question! - Elizabeth Esther
Yes, I'm in the comments, giving my "No BS" rule for clothing buying.



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