Abiding Together By cover art

Abiding Together

By: Heather Khym Michelle Benzinger Sr Miriam James Heidland
Listen for free

  • Summary

  • 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
    Show more Show less
Episodes
  • S14 E13 - Leading with God-Given Authority

    S14 E13 - Leading with God-Given Authority
    Apr 22 2024
    In this week's episode, we reflect on leading with our God-given authority rather than worldly influence. We discuss the importance of remembering our identity in Christ and how true authority is a display of intimacy that has been rooted in a real tangible love. We share the ways we may have been wounded by authority figures in our past, why these wounds can distort our perception of authority, and how to heal from these wounds so that we can lead others into the light of Christ. Heather’s One Thing - Chicken Khao Soi (Thai Coconut Curry Noodle Soup) from My Kitchen Little Sister Miriam’s On Thing - The book Litanies of the Heart by Dr Gerry Crete Michelle’s One Thing - Beatify: Lullabies with the Saints (an album of Catholic lullabies) from Beatify with Josh Blakesley and Kelly Lombardi Other Resources Mentioned: The Restore the Glory Podcast series on Parts Work (Parts Work (Part 1) w/ Gerry Crete; Parts Work (Part 2) w/ Brya Hanan; Parts Work (Part 3) w/ Bishop Andrew Miller) Journal Questions: How have I abdicated my God-given authority?When do I perceive surrender to be a form of defeat?How has authority been misused in my life?How is God inviting me to stay with Him in faithfulness and obedience?Where do I need to be both honoring and honest? Discussion Questions: How often do you think God is holding out on you?How do I lose sight of God-given authority by seeking out worldly influence?What accountability do I need to choose surrendered, God-given authority over worldly influence?When have you felt safe under God’s authority?How do you need to grow and mature to better lead and serve others? Quote to Ponder: “The fourth commandment opens the second table of the Decalogue. It shows us the order of charity. God has willed that, after him, we should honor our parents to whom we owe life and who have handed on to us the knowledge of God. We are obliged to honor and respect all those whom God, for our good, has vested with his authority.” (CCC 2197) Scripture for Lectio: “Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.” (Deuteronomy 4:9) Sponsor - WalletWin: A big thank you to our sponsor WalletWin, Catholic financial formation for the whole family and creators of The Catholic Money Academy. Most of us were never taught how to manage our money 💰from a Catholic perspective. This has left many feeling weighed down 😩about finances and unable to freely pursue God’s calling. This is why we’re so excited to tell you about Catholic Money Academy from WalletWin. Since 2017, they’ve helped thousands of Catholics… …eliminate debt 💸 …build their savings 💪 …morally invest 🙌 …give generously ❤️ …and more! With their step-by-step program rooted in Catholic principles, they take the guesswork out of managing money. The Catholic Money Academy contains engaging video content, live coaching calls, and thorough financial formation to help you become the good steward you’re called to be. 🕊️💰 If you’re ready to feel confident and at peace with your finances, visit WalletWin.com/AbidingTogether to start your extended 30-day free trial. Other Resources and Products You’ll Love from WalletWin: 🚑 The Catholic Family Emergency Binder 🗓️ The BIG Catholic Calendar 👦🏻 WalletWin Kids 🎧 The Catholic Money Show Podcast
    Show more Show less
    34 mins
  • S14 E12 - Living in the Resurrection

    S14 E12 - Living in the Resurrection
    Apr 15 2024
    In this week's episode, we reflect on the themes of resurrection, grief, and hope in Pope Francis’ Easter Vigil homily. We chat about the sadness of unfulfilled dreams and the tender places in our hearts where we are afraid to hope and want to stay in the tomb. We also talk about the anxieties and worries that can come with trying to figure things out on our own and the importance of surrendering our plans to God. Just like Christ, we are called to walk through the sufferings of this life with Him into the Resurrection. Heather’s One Thing - Her Easter playlist Heather’s Other One Thing - The book Becoming Wife: Saying Yes to More than the Dress by Rachel Bulman (or on Amazon here) Sister Miriam’s On Thing - The book Beloved Daughter by Carrie Daunt Michelle’s One Thing - The book Befriending Your Inner Child: A Catholic Approach to Healing and Wholeness by Brya Hanan (or on Amazon here) Other Resources Mentioned: The Restore the Glory Podcast series on Parts Work (Parts Work (Part 1) w/ Gerry Crete; Parts Work (Part 2) w/ Brya Hanan; Parts Work (Part 3) w/ Bishop Andrew Miller) Journal Questions: What hopes have been dashed by the sorrowful mysteries of my life?Where are the places that I am afraid to hope?Do I believe my dreams are doomed to fail?What anxieties in my heart are preventing me from hoping? Discussion Questions: How are you still living in winter during the spring of Easter?Do you know how to practice Resurrection?In what ways do you believe your dreams rely on you for their fulfillment?How do you intellectualize or explain away your dreams? Quote to Ponder: “Yet the same women who bore this darkness in their hearts tell us something quite extraordinary. When they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had already been rolled back. This is the Pasch of Christ, the revelation of God’s power: the victory of life over death, the triumph of light over darkness, the rebirth of hope amid the ruins of failure. It is the Lord, the God of the impossible, who rolled away the stone forever. Even now, he opens our hearts, so that hope may be born ever anew. We too, then, should “look up” to him.” (Pope Francis, Easter Vigil Homily) Scripture for Lectio: “When they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had already been rolled back.” (Mark 16:4) Sponsor - Farm of the Child: Farm of the Child is a Catholic children's home, school and clinic in Trujillo, Honduras where children receive healing care from a team of Honduran staff, Franciscan sisters, and international missionaries. Each year, the Farm of the Child attracts dedicated missionaries who make a 2 year commitment of service. Missionaries come from all different walks of life in order to serve in a variety of functions such as teaching, nursing, project management and community outreach. After spending 6 weeks in Antigua, Guatemala learning Spanish, missionaries travel to the children’s home where they live together and are guided by the four pillars of community, spirituality, simplicity and service. Short term immersion trips, remote and summer service opportunities are also available. If you think you might be called to serve in the capacity of an international missionary, email missions@farmofthechild.org. Want to learn more about how to get involved in the mission in the US? Check out farmofthechild.org and sign up for our monthly newsletter here: https://www.farmofthechild.org/contact-us
    Show more Show less
    32 mins
  • S14 E11 - A Time of Renewal (Holy Week: Focus)

    S14 E11 - A Time of Renewal (Holy Week: Focus)
    Mar 25 2024

    In this week's episode, we conclude our Lenten study on the book “A Time of Renewal” and discuss the theme of “focus”. We chat about our natural temptation to focus on our woundedness, why we should take action and invite Jesus into these places, and how our wounds can be transformed into signs of the resurrection power of Christ. We also talk about the crosses we bear and the importance of recognizing the little resurrections in our life. Friends, thank you for journeying with us this Lenten season. We look forward to seeing you again after Easter!

    Heather’s One Thing - Our team behind the scenes: Kate, Camille, and Kristina! We are so grateful for you

    Sister Miriam’s On Thing - Springtime!

    Michelle’s One Thing - These Easter themed charcuterie boards! Option 1 Here. Option 2 Here.

    Announcement(s):

    We will be taking a two week break for Easter beginning on 4/1/24! Season 14 will continue on 4/15/24!

    Journal Questions:

    • What was hard for me?
    • What were the graces and mercies I experienced?
    • How have I grown?
    • How can I make this week holy?
    • What wounds do I bring to Jesus? What wounds do I simply “stare at”?

    Discussion Questions:

    • Where in your life are you seeking glory?
    • Do I live like the Resurrection is a reality?
    • When do you lose hope?
    • Does the story you tell yourself about God align with God’s story (the Paschal Mystery)?
    • What are the places of my heart that I don’t believe the narrative (of the Paschal Mystery)?

    Quotes to Ponder:

    “How are wounds made glorious? By our deciding what we will do with them. Our Jesus turned his wounds into beauty, and there is not one of us who would say, “Oh, this should not be in eternity.” Our poor hearts thrill to the verity that he is always showing his wounds to the Father on our behalf. They are transformed now in glory. Likewise, there is a transformation that we too can make of our own little everyday wounds which sometimes seem so deep and so big and so insufferable to us. How do we transform them into glory? By looking at Jesus, by remembering his suffering which was turned into glory.” (Mother Mary Francis P.C.C. A Time of Renewal. Kindle Edition. Page 207)

    Scripture for Lectio:

    “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit.” (John 12:24)

    Sponsor - Pearl and Thistle:

    Pearl & Thistle equips Catholics to both understand and love God’s design for our bodies and menstrual cycles – from puberty to perimenopause, and everything in between!

    Pearl & Thistle features online courses, like:

    Cycle Prep - for parents and daughters to prepare for her first period, together!

    Perimenopause Prep - for couples who want to navigate NFP amidst cycle changes, together!

    Plus, books for teens and single women and tons of downloadable body literacy resources!

    Pearl and Thistle founder Christina Valenzuela weaves together modern cycle science with insights from Scripture, tradition, and JPII’s Theology of the Body to give us the positive language to talk about cycles, periods, and fertility – even when it all may just feel like a confusing mess.

    Learn more about Pearl and Thistle’s innovative approach to Catholic body literacy @pearlandthistle or pearlandthistle.com, and be sure to use code TOGETHER to get 10% off at-home courses!
    Show more Show less
    26 mins
Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Show more Show less

What listeners say about Abiding Together

Average customer ratings
Overall
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    6
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0
Performance
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    4
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    1
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0
Story
  • 5 out of 5 stars
  • 5 Stars
    4
  • 4 Stars
    0
  • 3 Stars
    0
  • 2 Stars
    0
  • 1 Stars
    0

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Audible.com reviews

Amazon reviews
Sort by:
Filter by:
  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
Profile Image for Jem

Insightful commentary

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.

Report this

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!

  • Overall
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Performance
    5 out of 5 stars
  • Story
    5 out of 5 stars
Profile Image for Tina Walsh

Nail on the head

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.😇

Report this

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

You voted on this review!

You reported this review!