Episodes

099. Seasons of Transition: Finding Rhythm and Rest in Times of Change
March 31, 2026

099. Seasons of Transition: Finding Rhythm and Rest in Times of Change

Are you feeling uprooted by life changes and wondering if you’ll ever feel “at home” again? Transitions—whether moving, changing jobs, sending kids off to college, or even a shift in routine—can leave you feeling adrift, unce...

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098. What Silence Taught Us: Lessons From a Silent Retreat
Dec. 10, 2025

098. What Silence Taught Us: Lessons From a Silent Retreat

What might you hear if you finally turned down the noise in your life and simply sat in silence? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by constant distractions or struggled to find clarity and peace amid life’s chaos, you’re not al...

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097. Embracing Jesus Every Day with Lisa Hendey
Nov. 26, 2025

097. Embracing Jesus Every Day with Lisa Hendey

Ever feel like finding time for prayer or a real connection with Jesus just isn’t possible with your busy, everyday life—even though you crave it? You're not alone! A lot of us are searching for a way to make faith part of mo...

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096. Austin Kelly’s Crusade: Supporting Faithful Storytelling and Catholic Cinema
Nov. 20, 2025

096. Austin Kelly’s Crusade: Supporting Faithful Storytelling and Cat…

What if you could reshape today’s entertainment while deepening your faith—just by choosing what you watch? This episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit" features Austin Kelly, CEO of the Christian Channel and creator of "Knight...

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095. Warriors of France: Answering God’s Call on a Spiritual Pilgrimage
Nov. 13, 2025

095. Warriors of France: Answering God’s Call on a Spiritual Pilgrima…

Have you ever felt a tug on your heart to step out in faith, but fear or doubt held you back? In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," Shelly Kelly flips the script and interviews Lisa Jones about her transformative pil...

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094. Holier Matrimony: Vows, Saints, and Marital Grace with Caitrin Bennett
Nov. 5, 2025

094. Holier Matrimony: Vows, Saints, and Marital Grace with Caitrin B…

Are your marriage vows just beautiful words from long ago— or could they be a daily roadmap guiding you and your spouse to holiness and happiness right now? Whether you’re newly engaged, married for decades, or simply seeking...

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093. Finding Faith in Grief: Andrea Bear's Journey
Oct. 29, 2025

093. Finding Faith in Grief: Andrea Bear's Journey

How do you hold onto faith—and even find healing—when grief feels overwhelming? In this moving episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit, Andrea Bear joins the hosts to share her poignant story of navigating the loss of her parents...

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092. Finding Peace in Anxiety: Gary Zimak on Trusting Jesus When Worries Overwhelm
Oct. 22, 2025

092. Finding Peace in Anxiety: Gary Zimak on Trusting Jesus When Worr…

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Lord, save me!” in the midst of anxiety or overwhelming stress? In today’s world, worry and anxiety have become all too familiar companions for many of us—sometimes leaving us feeling h...

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091. Embracing Empty Nesting: Finding Joy and Purpose After Kids Leave
Oct. 15, 2025

091. Embracing Empty Nesting: Finding Joy and Purpose After Kids Leave

Are you finding yourself suddenly surrounded by a quieter house and wondering, “Now what?” as your children move out or become more independent? If you’re facing the big transition of entering the empty nest phase—or anticipa...

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090. Trusting God’s Timing: Jessica Everly’s Debut Novel Journey
Oct. 8, 2025

090. Trusting God’s Timing: Jessica Everly’s Debut Novel Journey

What if the next big step in your journey is simply saying “yes” to the dream God has placed on your heart—even if the timing feels uncertain? In this episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit, Jessica Everly shares her inspiring e...

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089. Amy Cattapan on Mother Cabrini, Faith, and Hope Without Borders
Oct. 1, 2025

089. Amy Cattapan on Mother Cabrini, Faith, and Hope Without Borders

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 ...

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088. Sisterhood on Air: Faith, Growth, & Authenticity
Sept. 24, 2025

088. Sisterhood on Air: Faith, Growth, & Authenticity

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?

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087. Exploring Healing Encounters with Mary with Maria Gallagher
Sept. 18, 2025

087. Exploring Healing Encounters with Mary with Maria Gallagher

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, Hea...

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086. Triumph of the Heart: Finding Hope in the Darkness
Sept. 11, 2025

086. Triumph of the Heart: Finding Hope in the Darkness

What if hope could flourish even in the darkest place on Earth? In this moving episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit, Shelly shares her behind-the-scenes experience at the premiere of "Triumph of the Heart," a newly released fe...

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085. Journeying Together in Faith: From Knowledge to Practice
Sept. 4, 2025

085. Journeying Together in Faith: From Knowledge to Practice

Have you ever felt like you know a lot about your faith—but wonder if that knowledge is actually changing your life? In this episode of Of Sound Mind and Spirit , we invite you to walk with us as we unpack the difference betw...

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084. Pope Leo XIV: Unity, Hope, and an American Missionary Pope
May 29, 2025

084. Pope Leo XIV: Unity, Hope, and an American Missionary Pope

Have you ever stopped to consider how a new Pope could profoundly shape not just the direction of the Catholic Church, but also your own spiritual journey and family’s relationship with faith? This episode of Of Sound Mind an...

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083. Inside StarQuest Media: Where Catholicism and Pop Culture Meet
May 15, 2025

083. Inside StarQuest Media: Where Catholicism and Pop Culture Meet

Hosts Lisa and Shelly sit down with Domenic Bettinelli, the CEO of StarQuest Media (SQPN), to explore how a unique network of Catholic podcasters is tackling the challenge of bringing positivity, meaning, and connection to both faith-filled and searching audiences—right in the middle of modern medi…

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082. The Heart of Hospitality: Finding Christ in Every Guest
May 1, 2025

082. The Heart of Hospitality: Finding Christ in Every Guest

Lisa and Shelly are joined by Mary Beth Eberhard—a mom of eight and master of authentic gatherings—who shares personal stories and honest confessions about letting go of entertaining pressure, embracing the “holy mess” of family life, and finding Christ in every guest at your door. If you’re longin…

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081. Remembering Pope Francis: His Legacy of Mercy, Joy, and Service
April 24, 2025

081. Remembering Pope Francis: His Legacy of Mercy, Joy, and Service

This week, we’re setting aside our regular plans to address the news that’s been on everyone’s hearts—the passing of our Holy Father, Pope Francis.Like so many Catholics around the world, we woke up to this news with shock and sadness and felt called to pause and reflect on what his life and pa…

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080. Holy Week: A Journey of Faith, Reflection, and Anticipation [Replay]
April 10, 2025

080. Holy Week: A Journey of Faith, Reflection, and Anticipation [Rep…

What Does Holy Week Mean for Our Daily Lives?In today's fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, even during Holy Week. How can we find moments of peace and reflection amid our busy schedules? This episode dives deep into embracing Holy Week as a l…

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079. The Chosen's Impact: Screen to Scripture in Daily Life
March 27, 2025

079. The Chosen's Impact: Screen to Scripture in Daily Life

How does watching a TV series about the life of Jesus help deepen your understanding of the Gospels and possibly transform your spiritual journey?In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," Lisa and Shelly explore the phenomenon of The Chosen and delve into howthis unique portrayal of Jesus …

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078. Finding Faith and Community Through Retreat
March 20, 2025

078. Finding Faith and Community Through Retreat

Ever Wonder How Retreats Can Strengthen Community Bonds?In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," Lisa and Shelly share their experiences from a recent retreat with fellow writers of CatholicMom.com.

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077. Exploring Friendship and Faith with Ellen Mongan: A Journey of Spiritual Growth
March 13, 2025

077. Exploring Friendship and Faith with Ellen Mongan: A Journey of S…

Are you seeking a deeper spiritual connection with your friends while growing in your faith journey?This episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit" dives into the concept of creating personal retreats with your friends, blending fun and spirituality for a meaningful experience. In today’s fast-paced…

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076. Embracing Lent: A Retreat of Faith, Focus, and Renewal
March 6, 2025

076. Embracing Lent: A Retreat of Faith, Focus, and Renewal

Curious about how to make this Lent truly transformative for your spiritual journey?In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," hosts Lisa Jones and Shelly Kelly dive into the complexities and joys of observing Lent, a significant time in the Christian liturgical calendar aimed at deepening …

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