Beyond the Habit

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Father David Neuhaus, a Jesuit priest who is a scholar and professor of Theology in the Holy Land. Father David talks with the sisters about what life is like right now for him living in Jerusalem, the importance of building bridges instead of walls,  and why we all must be connected to the suffering of the world.  Listen today! 

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Kayla August, a dynamic preacher and doctoral student of theology and education at Boston College. They talk about the importance of women preachers,  how our stories can ignite something in others, and how making the world better starts with each of us. Listen today!Resources:Learn more about Kayla.See Kayla  preach.Here more from women preachers at Catholic Women Preach.

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen are joined by Sister Sarah Simmons for a conversation about books! The sisters talk about some of their favorite genres, the importance of the media we consume, and how stories let us connect with other peoples experiences.  Listen Today!

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Dr. Tia Noelle Pratt, a sociologist of religion who is currently working on a book entitled Faithful and Devoted: Racism and Identity in the African American Catholic Experience. They talk about Tia's research on how systemic racism impacts African American Catholic identity,  her work as the curator of the black Catholic syllabus, and about the importance of showing up to do the work. Listen today! Resources:Learn more about Dr. Tia Noelle Pratt.Find the Black Catholics Syllabus here. 

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Eric Clayton, author of the books Cannonball Moments: Telling Your Story, Deepening Your Faith and My Life with the Jedi: The Spirituality of Star Wars. They talk about what cannonball moments can look like, the importance of each of our own stories,  and finding God in media, from Star Wars to Ted Lasso. Listen today! Resources:Find Eric's Books Here.Learn More About Eric Here.

 In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Sister Elizabeth Johnson, a Sister of St. Joseph of Brentwood, and a renowned professor and writer. The sisters talk about feminist theology, the importance of personal integrity, and channeling righteous anger in positive ways. They also talk about Beth's new book, Come Have Breakfast. Listen today! Resources:Find Come Have Breakfast, Beth's new book, here.Learn more about Sister Elizabeth Johnson.

In our Lenten episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Sister Joyce Rupp, a sister of the Servants of Mary, and a renowned author. The sisters talk about different types of prayer, self-compassion, and little nuggets of inspiration that can carry you through the day. Listen today! Resources:Learn more about JoyceJoyce's most recent book, Jesus,  Guide of My Life: Reflection s for the Lenten Journey

In our first episode of Season 4, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview artist and iconographer Kelly Latimore. They talk about how art can allow us to see our neighbors in new ways, the impact community can have on creativity, and how art can be a window to understanding God, but also to understanding ourselves. Listen today!Resources:Find Kelly’s Art Here.

In our final episode of Season Three, Sisters Erin and Colleen have a conversation with Sister Betsy Conway, a Sister of St. Joseph of Boston, about Advent. The sisters discuss their Advent practices, ways to stay grounded during an often hectic time of year, and their favorite Advent songs. Listen today!Resources:A Spotify playlist of Advent songs, picked by the team of Beyond the HabitAdvent offerings from the Congregation of St. Joseph. Information about Advent from the USCCB

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Dr. Craig Ford, Assistant Professor of Theology and Religious Studies at St. Norbert College. They talk about queer theology, the importance of asking questions, unexpected vocations, and their shared love of the movie Sister Act. Listen today!Resources:Read more about Dr. Craig FordWhen Craig's book, “Works of Art: Sexuality, Gender, Race and a New Theology of Embodiment,” is published, we will link it here!

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview composer and musician Sister Sally Koch, a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet. They talk about how music can connect us to our spirituality, the importance of women lifting each other up, and the creative process. Sister Sally also shares some of her songs. Listen today!  Resources: Listen to Sisters Sally's music here.Find more about Sister Kathy Sherman, Sally's mentor, and her music here.

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Krista Chang and Nina DuBose, who both took part in the St. Joseph Worker Program in Los Angeles from 2021 to 2022. They share what it's like to take part in a year of service, what they learned from living in intentional community, and why you're not you when you're spiritually hungry. Listen today! Resources:The St. Joseph's Workers Program in Los Angeles

In this episode, Sister Erin and Colleen interview Sister Griselda Martínez-Morales, a Sister of St. Joseph of Lyon, who is a sought after speaker and facilitator throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States. They talk about interculturality, the importance of words, and vulnerability. Listen today!

In this episode, Sister Erin and Colleen have a conversation about the Sisters of St. Joseph Maxims, the "spiritual fortune cookies" that have offered wisdom to St. Joseph sisters since the 17th century. They share some of their favorites Maxims, some Maxims that challenge them, and how the Maxims can get you through a long car trip. Listen today! Resources:The Maxims from the Sisters of St. Joseph of Philadelphia Maxim Resources from the US Federation of the Sisters of St. Joseph

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Paul Campion, an Organizer for the Sunrise Movement, a youth movement to stop climate change and create millions of good jobs in the process. They talk about advocating for a more just world, the importance of finding your community, and what we can all do in light of the climate crisis. Listen today!Resources:Learn more about the Sunrise MovementFind ways that you can take action. 

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Lisa Amman, the Deputy Director of Engagement for Discerning Deacons. They talk about the questions being asked around the diaconate during the Synod, the importance of St. Phoebe, and how Lisa's young daughters brought her to her engagement around women's roles in the Catholic Church. Listen today!Resources:Learn more about Discerning DeaconsRead Sister Colleen's Article about St. PhoebeLearn how you can celebrate St. Phoebe DayFind Sister Chris Schenk's book, Crispina and her Sisters

In our first episode of Season 3, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Shannon K. Evans, the author of the books Feminist Prayers for My Daughter: Powerful Petitions for Every Stage of Her Life and Rewilding Motherhood: Your Path to an Empowered Feminine Spirituality. They talk about the prayers we don’t even realize we need as women, the weird and wonderful joy of finding the sacred in nature, and finding ways to pass on delight in God. Listen today! Resources:Learn more about Shannon and her books.Find Shannon on National Catholic Reporter

In our final episode of Season 2, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Bob Shine, who serves as the Associate Director of New Ways Ministries. They discuss how LGBTQ+ ministry has evolved, the problem with thinking of individuals only in terms of their sexual or gender identity, and the importance of advocating for the dignity of all people. Sisters Erin and Colleen also talk about the 2023 Outreach conference, which Sister Erin attended. Listen today! Resources:Learn more about New Ways Ministry.Check out Bondings 2.0, the New Ways Blog.Learn more about the Outreach 2023 Conference.

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Sister Jeannine Gramick, a Sister of Loretto and co-founder of New Ways Ministry, a Catholic outreach and advocacy ministry with the LGBTQ+ community. They discuss what inspired Sister Jeannine to start this ministry, the importance of dialogue, and her pen pal, Pope Francis. At the end of the episode, we also have a quick chat with Bob Shine, who shares some of the resources New Way Ministry offers. Listen Today! Resources:Learn more about New Ways Ministry.Check out Bondings 2.0, the New Ways Blog.

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Sister Nathalie Becquart, a Xavières Missionary Sister originally from France, who currently serves as the undersecretary of the Synod of Bishops in Rome. Sister Nathalie is playing a pivotal role in the current Synod on Synodality, and is the first woman to ever hold her position. They discuss women and youth in the church, sailing, and what it's like when you get a call from the Pope! Listen today!Resources:Learn more about the Synod on Synodality here.