What if you could gain the wisdom and courage of a saint to guide you through today’s challenges?

In this episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit, hosts Shelly Kelly and Lisa Jones interview author and teacher Amy Cattapan about her new book, "Hope Without Borders," which explores the powerful spirituality and real-life writings of Mother Cabrini. If you’re searching for practical faith, resilience, or a renewed sense of hope in uncertain times, this episode showshow the legacy of Mother Cabrini can give you concrete encouragement and fresh perspective.

Tune in to discover:

· How Mother Cabrini’s daily practices and letters can inspire lasting confidence in God’s plan for your life.

· Real strategies for overcoming anxiety, fear, and self-doubt using Ignatian spirituality.

· Ways to find meaningful connections with saints—even if you’ve never felt “spiritual enough.”

Join the conversation and let Mother Cabrini’s story give your daily routine a spiritual boost—listen now for practical faith you can use today!

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What happens when two sisters team up to journey through faith, family, and real-life messiness—can that kind of relationship actually strengthen your own spiritual walk?

If you long for closer connections with your siblings or wish for more genuine support as you share your faith, this episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit offers heartfelt wisdom you can use right now.

Hosts Shelly Kelly and Lisa Jones get real about what it’s like to grow, disagree, and reconnect as sisters while making faith central in their lives, showing listeners both the joys and challenges of spiritual sisterhood.

By listening, you’ll discover:

· How honest conversations and working together as sisters can deepen your bond—despite sibling rivalry or past arguments

· Practical ways to encourage and accompany loved ones as you each explore faith at your own pace

· Inspiring stories about overcoming struggles, being vulnerable, and letting your shared journey become a light to others

Don’t miss this uplifting, relatable episode—press play and see how strengthening your sister relationship can help you share your faith more boldly and joyfully!

This episode is a rebroadcast of “Go Tell the World” with Ellen Mongan.

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Are you searching for real healing and hope during life’s toughest sorrows?

In this episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit, returning guest Maria Gallagher joins hosts Shelly Kelly and Lisa Jones to discuss her newest book, Healing Encounters with Mary.

Drawing on her rich experience as a journalist, life coach, and Catholic writer, Maria dives into the power of finding real comfort, healing, and growth by turning to Mary—especially during times of deep struggle or grief. In a world wheresuffering, loss, and uncertainty can feel overwhelming, Maria’s heartfelt stories and practical insights offer a path to peace and renewed faith that speaks directly to the challenges listeners face today.

Here’s what you’ll take away from this powerful episode:

· A guided approach to transforming your deepest sorrows into moments of healing and hope, inspired by the Sorrowful Mysteries and personal stories.

· Practical ideas to strengthen your relationship with Mary—especially if prayer feels difficult or if you haven’t explored Marian devotion before.

· Tools, prayers, and reflection prompts you can use immediately, whether you need comfort, are caring for someone in distress, or want to grow your spiritual life in community or on your own.

Ready to experience a fresh perspective on suffering and spiritual healing?

Listen now and discover how connecting with Mary can bring comfort and purpose to your personal journey.

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