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Abiding Together

Abiding Together

De: Heather Khym Michelle Benzinger Sr Miriam James Heidland
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Providing a place of connection, rest and encouragement for women who are on the journey of living out their passion and purpose in Jesus Christ.Abiding Together Podcast 2019 711442 Cristianismo Espiritualidad Ministerio y Evangelismo
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  • S17 E11 - A Moment of Gratitude

    S17 E11 - A Moment of Gratitude
    Nov 24 2025
    In this episode, we reflect on the importance of giving thanks to the Lord for all He has done in both the beautiful and difficult moments of life. We talk about how practicing gratitude can change our perspective of reality and helps us recognize where God has been present even in moments we do not understand. We also name the fears that can sometimes keep us from giving thanks and discuss how gratitude becomes an act of surrender that opens us to God's steady, faithful presence. As a gift to you, we end today's episode by doing Lectio Divina with Psalm 34 and invite you into a time of prayer with us. Heather's One Thing - Jalapeno, Pepper Jack, and Bacon Corn Pudding Recipe Heather's Other One Thing - Hell or High Water and Edens by Amanda Cook Sister Miriam's One Thing - Her SOLT Community Michelle's One Thing - College Football Other Resources Mentioned: Life Transitions Part One and Part Two with Chris Benzinger One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are by Ann Voskamp Journal Questions: What graces have I received this year?How did the Lord accompany me this year?What do I need to let go of as we transition into a new liturgical year?What parts of my life am I afraid to give thanks for? Discussion Questions: What has the Lord taught you in this season?What was surprising this past year?What challenges and joys did you experience this year?Where are you resistant to give thanks? Quote to Ponder: "Gratitude is at the center of a life of faith. It sounds too simple to be true, but isn't that the sign of all deep truth: so simple we're tempted to dismiss it, and so hard, it is exactly what God uses to change our hard lives." (Ann Voskamp) Scripture for Lectio: "I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul makes its boast in the Lord; let the humble hear and be glad. O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together. I sought the Lord, and he answered me, and delivered me from all my fears. Look to him, and be radiant; so your faces shall never be ashamed. This poor soul cried, and was heard by the Lord, and was saved from every trouble. The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them. O taste and see that the Lord is good; happy are those who take refuge in him." (Psalm 34:1-8) Sponsor - The GIVEN Institute: The GIVEN Institute is a vibrant non-profit organization dedicated to activating the gifts of women for the Church and the world. GIVEN wants to help you receive the gift that you are, realize the gifts you've been given, and respond with the gift only you can give. Applications are now open for GIVEN's 2026 Leadership Program. Faithful Catholic women between the ages of 21 and 35 are encouraged to apply today! GIVEN's program includes participation at the Leadership Forum from June 24-28, 2026 in Washington, DC and a year of dedicated, 1-on-1 mentorship with an established Catholic female leader. Abiding Together Co-Host Heather Khym will be a speaker at the 2026 Leadership Forum next June along with other phenomenal Catholic women leaders of all ages, all vocations, and all walks of life. If you are a woman between the ages 21 and 35 and seeking leadership training, faith formation, and support to better understand and pursue your particular mission, GIVEN's Leadership Program is designed just for you! You'll grow in relationship with Christ, gain a deeper understanding of your personal vocation, and be empowered to develop an Action Plan to activate your personal gifts to impact the world. For women over 35 with a desire to get involved, please consider becoming a Mentor or Volunteer! For more information and to apply, please visit www.giveninstitute.com/forum. Chapters: 00:00 The Given Institute 01:26 Intro 02:16 Welcome 03:45 Practicing Being Thankful First 06:01 Giving Thanks in All Things 08:25 Gratitude is the Center of A Life of Faith 11:22 Being Afraid to Give Thanks 13:14 Lectio Divina 23:18 Our Reflections from Lectio 28:46 One Things Music used under license i94Cr0
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  • S17 E10 - Cultivating Unity

    S17 E10 - Cultivating Unity
    Nov 17 2025

    In this episode, we conclude our series on the garden of our hearts and explore what it means to cultivate unity—which is especially important as we enter the busy and often stressful holiday season. We talk about the difference between anger and contempt and how contempt can not only fracture relationships but also plant seeds of division in our hearts. We also reflect on how we can respond to discord with humility, a holy curiosity, and a genuine desire to understand. Ultimately, unity begins with love, bears good fruit, and reflects the presence of Christ within us.

    Heather's One Thing - The Cheesecloth Turkey Basting Method (Example Here)

    Sister Miriam's One Thing - College Volleyball Playoffs (especially Nebraska)

    Michelle's One Thing - Twinkling Trees from Walmart

    Announcement:

    Our Advent Study begins December 1st, 2025!

    Journal Questions:

    • Where in my heart am I harboring contempt?
    • What groups of people or individuals do I see as worthless?
    • When was the last time that someone treated you with contempt? How did that impact you?
    • How am I seeking to understand people with different opinions?
    • How is the Lord inviting me to refine and cultivate my tone to speak love to others?
    • When faced with division and disunity, are the movements of my heart and my external actions congruent?

    Discussion Questions:

    • What differences have you observed between conformity and unity?
    • What differences have you observed between anger and contempt?
    • When are you tempted to roll my eyes, sneer, act with hostility, speak with sarcasm?
    • When is it hardest for you to cultivate unity?

    Quote to Ponder:

    "To understand one another and to grow in charity and truth, we need to pause, to accept and listen to one another. In this way, we already begin to experience unity. Unity grows along the way; it never stands still. Unity happens when we walk together." (Pope Francis, Homily at second Vespers on the solemnity of the conversion of St. Paul, Jan. 25, 2015)

    Scripture for Lectio:

    "I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all lowliness and meekness, with patience, forbearing one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit… one Lord, one faith, one baptism." (Ephesians 4:1-6)

    Sponsor - Glory: Women's Gathering:

    If you're feeling like your spiritual life could use a little more support than podcasts and online formation can offer, you need to check out this week's sponsor, the Glory: Women's Conference hosted by Steubenville Conferences in partnership with Heather Khym.

    We want to invite you to join Heather, Michelle, and our dear friends Debbie Herbeck, Sarah Kaczmarek, Monica Richards, and Fr. Dave Pivonka TOR this coming June 5-7 in Steubenville, Ohio, as we gather with women across generations and seek God's restoration and healing. This gathering will include talks, worship, prayer experiences, and the opportunity to interact with fellow Abiding Together listeners and new friends from all over who will be flying in.

    Heather and Michelle would absolutely love to meet you. Whether you come with your Abiding Together small group, with a close friend, or on your own, we can't wait to gather in fellowship with you.

    Registration is now open for the Glory: Women's Conference. For early bird pricing of only $259, register by December 31st. The price will go up in the new year.

    Visit steubenvilleconferences.com/events/glory for more information or to register!

    Chapters:

    00:00 Glory: Women's Gathering

    01:31 Intro

    02:22 Advent Announcement

    03:14 Welcome

    05:19 Guiding Quote and Scripture Verse

    06:19 Distinguishing Anger vs Contempt

    11:28 Living Like We are One Body in Christ

    13:48 Seeking to Understand Rather than be Understood

    18:22 The Power of Our Tone of Voice

    20:35 Examining the Fruit in Our Lives

    22:49 Maturing Spiritually

    27:06 Repairing Strained Relationships

    29:08 One Things
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  • S17 E9 - Cultivating Beauty

    S17 E9 - Cultivating Beauty
    Nov 10 2025
    In this episode, we continue our series on the Garden of Our Hearts and talk about the cultivation of beauty. Beauty has the power to transform, heal, and lift us into communion with God, but it must be cultivated with care and intention. We discuss what it means to co-create with God, slow down and savor little moments, and rediscover beauty in the people closest to us. Even when the world around us feels barren or artificial, the Lord invites us to see beauty with new eyes and let the Holy Spirit reveal His presence in unexpected ways. Heather's One Thing - The Catechism of the Catholic Church designed by Every Sacred Sunday Heather's Other One Thing - I Am Held by Pat Barrett Sister Miriam's One Thing - The Carmelite Monks' New Monastery in Wyoming Michelle's One Thing - Word on Fire's Evangelization and Culture Journal - Issue 25 on Beauty Michelle's Other One Thing - The Story of All Stories: A Story Bible for Young Catholics by Emily Stimpson Chapman Other Resources Mentioned: Passion and Purpose Podcast Episode 5 with Jon Tyson and Louie GiglioWord on Fire and Ascension will publish the new English edition of the Liturgy of the Hours Journal Questions: How am I uniquely gifted at cultivating beauty?When have you had an experience with beauty that transformed your heart?What lies and limitations do I believe about my own creativity?How does God want to play with me in the dirt this week?In what ways am I too busy for creativity and beauty?What beauty does the Lord want to show you - both within you and outside of you? Discussion Questions: Have you come across AI art recently? How did you respond to it?In what ways have you limited your own creativity?Who or what inspires you to be more creative?How will you cultivate beauty and express creativity in your life? Quotes to Ponder: "Every expression of true beauty can thus be acknowledged as a path leading to an encounter with the Lord Jesus." -Pope Francis "We must wonder! We must create an environment of wonder! We must create a climate of wonder! This task is closest to the family. . . . Wonder is needed so that beauty might enter into human life, into society and the nation. This beauty is the foundation and the creative moment of the culture. It is impossible to create culture by administrative means. These means can only destroy it. . . . We need to marvel at everything that is found in man." (Saint Pope John Paul II) Scripture for Lectio: "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, think about these things." (Philippians 4:8) Sponsor - The Inspired Living: The Inspired Living is your one-stop shop for meaningful Advent and Christmas gifts this season! As an online shop sourcing Catholic home decor, books, and gifts, we believe that our spiritual lives begin at home, and should be a reflection of that which is eternally beautiful, God Himself. At The Inspired Living we have intentionally curated and sourced into one place the best Catholic products - whether that be decor for your home, gifts for sacraments, or books and sacramentals that will enhance your domestic church. We offer a unique array of handcrafted goods and exquisite gifts made by artisans not only in the United States, but around the world. Head to our website to find: Kids stocking stuffersGifts for St. Nicholas DayBeautiful fine jewelryHostess gifts for Holiday PartiesAdvent candles and devotionalsCatholic home decorAnd so much more Explore our shop at theinspiredliving.net or visit us on instagram @the_inspiredliving Use the code ABIDING15 for an exclusive 15% off discount at checkout! Chapters: 00:00 The Inspired Living 00:57 Intro 01:47 Welcome 02:50 Scripture Verse and Guiding Quote 03:34 When We Don't See Beauty 05:02 Cultivating Beauty in an Artificial World 10:06 Co-Creating with God 16:24 Discovering Beauty in the Small Things 18:20 Slowing Down to Receive Beauty 23:57 Seeing Beauty in Others and Ourselves 27:25 One Things
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This podcast and Sr Miriam, Heather& Michelle have so much to offer, and the insightful conversations have had such a positive impact on my life. Everyday I listen to an episode has positive ripple effect on me.

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I really find this podcast encouraging. I found it last year the same month my mom died from breast cancer and have found their conversations contemplative and healing. it's been hard getting back into my spiritual routine but this podcast has become a part of my new normal.

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I am always amazed at how much these ladies whom I don't know yet me. God uses their podcast and it changes how I think and act. Thank you so much.😇

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