#98 Yoga Extension- To Stretch or Not to Stretch? There is More to the Question   Today, Alisha, Annie, Lauren, and Stacy discuss the topic of yoga and our differing personal viewpoints.   Some articles for further reading:    https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_19891015_meditazione-cristiana_en.html   https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/pontifical_councils/interelg/documents/rc_pc_interelg_doc_20030203_new-age_en.html   https://www.catholic.com/qa/what-does-the-church-say-about-yoga   https://www.theessentialmot ..read more

#97: Snake Oil: Manifestation and Mindfulness Slippery Cultural Myths Masquerading as Truth Today, we are joined again by Father Christopher Brashears from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Fr. Brashears is a parish priest, canon lawyer, and member of the Archdiocesan Tribunal. In this episode, we discuss cultural myths such as manifestation, mindfulness, and other New Age philosophies and the harmful effects they have on the soul.    Recommended Reading:    The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis https://a.co/d/4VYLnlx   The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila  ..read more

#96 Come to the Wedding Feast: A Reflection & Take Away from the Oklahoma Catholic Women's Conference    In this episode, Stacy reflects on the 2024 Oklahoma Catholic Women’s Conference and what really has stayed with her from the conference.    https://okcatholicwomen.com/   Very Rev. Chris Alar, MIC    Sr. Mary Bethany, OP   Jackie Francois Angel    Join us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192 If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcathol ..read more

#95: Reflections on the Feminine Genius   In this episode, Lauren, Annie, Stacy, and Alisha share our reflections on the previous interview with Fr. Christopher Brashears on JPII’s Feminine Genius and our own insights about how the characteristics of receptivity, maternity, sensitivity, and generosity play out in our lives.    Pope Saint John Paul II’s Mulieris Dignitatem https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_letters/1988/documents/hf_jp-ii_apl_19880815_mulieris-dignitatem.html   Pope Saint John Paul II’s Letter to Women https://www.vatican.va ..read more

#93: Celebrating During Lent?  Life doesn't stop during Lent. There are still Birthdays, Anniversaries, school and office parties, dinners at friends houses, et cetera. In today's episode Lauren and Stacy discuss how we celebrate in the midst of our Lenten mortifications.  Join us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192 If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcatholics or you can email us at coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com for direct donations and prayer requests. Thank you t ..read more

#92: Resolving Miscommunication between Laity and Clergy Part II Today, we are joined by Father Christopher Brashears from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Fr. Brashears is a parish priest, canon lawyer, and member of the Archdiocesan Tribunal. In this episode, we conclude our open discussion about various miscommunications that often arise between the laity and clergy and ways we can bridge the gap for healthy relationships.    Code of Canon Law: https://www.vatican.va/archive/cod-iuris-canonici/cic_index_en.html   The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis https://a.co/d/5F3 ..read more

#90: Evangelizing Youth with Guest Speaker Noelle   Today, Stacy, Annie, and Alisha are joined by former co-host and renowned Catholic speaker Noelle Garcia to discuss ministering to youth.    More about Noelle: https://www.mqministries.net/   More about EQ Saints: https://eqsaints.com/   Keep Your Kids Catholic: Sharing Your Faith and Making It Stick by Marc Cardaronella     Join us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192 If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.p ..read more

#88 Postpartum Depression: A Discussion with Jessica Mannen Kimmet In this episode, we speak with mom and author Jessica Mannen Kimmet about her experience with postpartum depression and how the Holy Spirit led her to write Groaning in Labor, Growing in Hope: Scripture Reflections for the Hard Days of Early Motherhood.  Possible Triggers: Postpartum Depression, Miscarriage, Infant Loss   Groaning in Labor, Growing in Hope can be purchased at Liturgical Press at https://litpress.org/Products/6916/Groaning-in-Labor-Growing-in-Hope.      Join us on Facebook  htt ..read more

#87 Mental Health    In this episode, the Coffee & Catholics ladies hope to eliminate some stigmas out there about mental health. All four ladies share their stories and personal struggles with mental health. You are not alone in your struggle and there is hope.    Resources:  https://resources.catholicaoc.org/offices/office-for-persons-with-disabilities/disabilities-2/mental-illness   https://988lifeline.org/       Join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192   or you can email us at coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com for ..read more

#86 How I Met My Spouse Part 4 Alisha's Story   In this episode, Alisha shares how she met her husband. She shares how her husband and her liked each other almost instantly but had to wait because of where they were in their journey. This is a great episode about how love is more than a feeling.     Join us on Facebook [[https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192](https://www.facebook.com/groups/coffeeandcatholics/?__cft__[0]=AZWqUcXmxqNc72aFn5W0EMAKaLl05abDVassKcXQ_jpzl5Ni-WSmKZuJN2vOenx8nifLu9TkeYx42IpiW65p0nTPfW8U8oQsdifRV1G12m1GajDyElODHP789ikWrIFASLPE7_yvDl4ECfQ9VgHuDm ..read more