Épisodes

  • Ep 113 - Saints for the Charism of Administration
    Feb 20 2025

    Welcome to the final episode of 'Saints for Specific Charisms' on Charisms for Catholics!

    In this episode, we delve into the charism of administration and highlight three saints—St. Louis Martin, St. Francis Xavier Cabrini, and St. Jose Maria Escriva—who exemplified this gift. Join us as we explore the differences between administration and leadership, and see how these saints utilized their talents to support their communities, families, and the larger church. Teresa Zoe Williams shares her insights and experiences, making this episode a compelling conclusion to our series.

    00:00 Introduction and Overview

    00:56 Understanding Administration vs. Leadership

    02:59 Saint Louis Martin: The Ultimate Behind-the-Scenes Guy

    08:15 Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini: Patron of Hospital Administrators

    15:28 Saint Jose Maria Escriva: Founder of Opus Dei

    19:12 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

    Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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    22 min
  • Ep 112- Gender & Charisms
    Feb 13 2025

    Breaking Gender Stereotypes: Charisms Are for Everyone!

    In this episode of the Charisms for Catholics podcast, host Jill Simons, executive director at Many Parts Ministries, addresses common misconceptions about gender and charisms. Jill asserts that spiritual gifts are not gender-specific and explains how both men and women can possess and express any of the 24 charisms uniquely according to their gender. She provides church history and examples of saints to debunk the myth that certain charisms are inherently masculine or feminine.

    Ultimately, Jill encourages listeners to embrace their charisms and seek guidance from the Holy Spirit to bridge any feelings of gender incongruity with the truth of their spiritual gifts.

    00:00 Introduction to Charisms for Catholics

    00:43 Debunking Gender Myths in Charisms

    01:44 Historical Examples of Charisms

    02:29 Gendered Expressions of Charisms

    04:39 Aligning Feelings with Reality

    05:24 Seeking Guidance from the Holy Spirit

    Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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    7 min
  • Ep 111.5 - Passion & Purpose: Charisms for Teens is Here!
    Feb 10 2025

    Introducing: Charisms for Teens - A Guide for Catholic Youth!

    Welcome to the Charisms for Catholics show, hosted by Jill Simons. In this exciting episode, we announce the launch of the new book 'Charisms for Teens: The Passion Purpose Charisms for Teens.' This valuable resource is designed for both teenagers and parents, providing insights into understanding charisms, identity in faith, and making important life decisions. Get your copy now from the links in the show notes and leave a review on Amazon to receive a special gift from Many Parts Ministries.

    Don't miss out on this comprehensive guide to navigating your faith journey as a teenager.

    00:00 Welcome to Charisms for Catholics

    00:03 Exciting Book Launch Announcement

    00:23 Book Details and Purpose

    01:10 Special Offer for Reviewers

    01:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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    2 min
  • Ep 111 - Saints for the Charism of Celibacy
    Feb 6 2025

    Welcome to today's episode of Charisms for Catholics, where we near the conclusion of our series on saints for each charism.

    This episode focuses on the charism of celibacy, featuring saints such as Saint Agnes, Saint Mary of Egypt, and Saint Irene of Thessalonica. We delve into their lives and how they exemplified celibate living, serving as remarkable symbols for both their times and ours. Joined by staff member Teresa Zoe Williams, we discuss the broader impact of celibacy on the church and individual spirituality. Tune in for insights into how radical examples of celibacy continue to inspire and challenge us today.

    Don't miss our next episode where we wrap up this enlightening series with a look at the charism of ministration.

    00:00 Introduction to the Charism of Celibacy

    02:54 Saint Agnes: A Beacon of Purity

    08:29 Saint Mary of Egypt: From Sin to Sainthood

    15:21 Saint Irene of Thessalonica: Embracing Eternity

    20:08 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes

    Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com

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    24 min
  • Ep 110 - What Annoys You Based on Your Charisms (And What To Do About It)
    Jan 30 2025

    In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons delves into the often overlooked yet incredibly insightful resource "What Annoys You Based on Your Charisms and What You Can Do About It." Jill explains how understanding the spiritual gifts, or charisms, can help us identify and manage our annoyances, extending grace to others and deepening our spiritual journey. She shares personal anecdotes, particularly highlighting how the charism of leadership can manifest in frustration during poorly run meetings, and offers strategies for transforming these annoyances into opportunities for growth and generosity.

    Tune in to learn how you can get this invaluable ebook for free and explore the beautiful nuances of your own spiritual gifts.

    00:00 Welcome to Charisms for Catholics

    00:48 Introducing a Sleeper Resource

    01:25 Understanding the Ebook

    03:31 The Importance of Grace

    05:33 Exploring the Charisms

    08:46 How to Get the Ebook for Free

    10:31 Conclusion and Next Steps

    Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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    11 min
  • Ep 109 - Saints for the Charism of Craftsmanship
    Jan 23 2025

    In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, we delve into the charism of craftsmanship, featuring saints like St. Zelie Martin, St. Joseph, and St. Ravka. Host Jill and guest Teresa Zoe Williams discuss how these saints embody the use of craftsmanship to serve God and their communities, and offer insight into how contemporary craftsmen can discern and use their gifts for the greater good. The discussion underscores the importance of beauty and practical skills in uplifting others and providing reflections of God's transcendence.

    00:00 Introduction to Craftsmanship Charism

    01:52 Saint Zelie Martin: The Lace Maker

    07:57 Saint Joseph: The Carpenter

    09:28 Saint Ravka: The Knitting Nun

    12:08 Craftsmanship in Everyday Life

    14:10 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

    Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com

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    16 min
  • Ep 108 - Wait... So teens CAN discern now?
    Jan 16 2025

    In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons delves into a groundbreaking new resource that finally brings charism discernment to teens! After years of maintaining that high schoolers couldn't fully benefit from traditional charism assessments, Jill shares the exciting journey that led to the creation of a teen-specific tool.

    Listen as she recounts the collaborative effort with educators and youth ministers, and introduces Jeff, the new team member dedicated to high school programming. Discover how this new assessment, launched on January 1st, is empowering teens aged 14 to 20 to discern their spiritual gifts and make informed, faith-based decisions about their future.

    Don't miss this game-changing episode that's set to revolutionize how young Catholics understand and apply their charisms!

    Access the one sheet for schools here: https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/many.parts/Many+Parts+Ministries+High+School+One+Sheet.pdf

    00:00 Explaining new resources for teenagers discerning charisms

    04:49 Develop new teen-focused assessment tool

    08:22 Thankful for team, Jeff leads high school programming

    13:31 Passion and Purpose guides teens in discerning charisms

    15:41 Clarity in God's call leads to success

    Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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    18 min
  • Ep 107 - Saints for the Charism of Discernment
    Jan 9 2025

    In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, we explore the charism of discernment and its importance within the Church. Host Jill and guest Teresa Zoe Williams discuss several saints known for their strong discernment skills, including St. Joseph, St. Elizabeth, St. Zachariah, and St. Ignatius of Loyola. They examine how these saints exemplified discernment in their lives and the insight they provide for those experiencing this charism.

    The discussion also touches on the familial transmission of charisms and practical applications of Ignatian spiritual exercises and the examen to enhance discernment in daily life!

    00:00 Introduction to the Charism of Discernment

    02:06 Saint Joseph: The Exemplar of Discernment

    06:53 Elizabeth and Zachariah: A Journey in Discernment

    12:12 Ignatius of Loyola: Master of Discernment

    14:57 Practical Applications and Conclusion

    Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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    19 min