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    Beyond the Habit

    A podcast moving beyond everyday assumptions of what it means to be Catholic, find common ground, create unity, and talk about real life issues, hosted by two Catholic Sisters.

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    Latest Episodes:
    Transformation of Hearts and Minds Oct 06, 2026
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    In this episode, Sisters Erin McDonald and Colleen Gibson interview Krisanne Vaillancourt Murphy, the Executive Director of Catholic Mobilizing Network (CMN), a national organization working to end the death penalty, advance justice, and begin healing through the practices of restorative justice. They talk about her vocation in social justice work, dismantling the system of death that the death penalty represents, and illuminating a path that allows for restoration and healing that advances justice. Krisanne also shares stories of hope and healing, both from her life and from families she has worked with at CMN. Listen today!

    Resources:

    • Learn more about Catholic Mobilizing Network.
    • Learn how you can get involved with opposing executions.
    • Learn more about Conversation in Communion.
    • Watch a video of Vicki and Syl Schieber
    • Check out Pray As You Go.
    Nun Girl Summer Sep 22, 2026
    Show notes

    Sisters Colleen and Erin talk about "Nun Girl Summer," why people seem to be interested in the lives that sisters lead, and share about their own summer adventures. Listen today!

    Resources:

    • Read Sister Colleen's article on "Nun Girl Summer."
    • Cosmopolitain's article on TikTok Nuns.
    Creating a Welcoming Church Sep 08, 2026
    Show notes

    In our first episode of Season Nine, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Bishop John Stowe, OFM Conv., Bishop of the Diocese of Lexington. They discuss Bishop Stowe's work and how he came to understand the needs of Lexington and Appalachia, the substantial change they are trying to make with the Laudato Si' plan through the diocese, and the importance of creating a welcoming and inclusive church. Listen today!

    Resources:

    • Catholic Pastoral Letters on Appalachia
    • Catholic Diocese of Lexington
    More Summer Recs from the Sisters Jun 16, 2026
    Show notes

    In our final episode of season 8, Sisters Erin and Colleen once again share their recommendations for the summer! From books and podcasts to things to watch, the sisters talk about what they’re looking forward to this summer, and what you might enjoy too!

    Find the full list of the sisters recommendations, including links, at our website here: https://beyondthehabitpod.com/blog/


    Trust God, Trust the Journey Jun 02, 2026
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    In this episode, Sisters Erin McDonald and Colleen Gibson interview minister, author, producer, and educator, Dr. Ansel Augustine. They talk about the importance of community and mentorship, putting your trust in the path God lays out for your life, and about Ansel's book, Praying with Our Feet: Encountering God in the Margins. Listen to the full episode today!

    Resources:

    • Find Praying with Our Feet here.
    An Ongoing Story May 19, 2026
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    In this episode, Sisters Erin McDonald and Colleen Gibson interview artist, lecturer, and illustrator of the graphic novel adaptation of Sister Helen Prejean's book, Dead Man Walking, Catherine Anyango Grunewald. They talk about Catherine's creative process, how she works to break open important information in artistic ways, and what inspired her about working with Sister Helen Prejean's story. Listen to the full episode today!

    Resources:

    • Learn more about Catherin Anyango Grunewald.
    • Find the Dead Man Walking: Graphic Edition here.
    • Listen to our previous interview with Sister Helen Prejean here.


    All Hands on Deck May 05, 2026
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    In this episode, Sisters Erin McDonald and Colleen Gibson interview Cardinal Michael Czerny, SJ, Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. They talk about how his call has evolved over the years, the role of the dicastery and that we are each called to help each other develop, and the importance of listening to each other. Listen to the full episode today!

    Resources:

    • Learn more about the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
    • Learn about the Roman Curia and the different dicastery.
    Something Bigger at Work Apr 21, 2026
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    In this episode, Sisters Erin McDonald and Colleen Gibson interview award winning writer, speaker, and digital creator Laura Kelly Fanucci. They talk about how to live and pray within the tensions of life, the importance of authenticity in writing about faith, and Laura's most recent book, "Living Easter: 50 Days to Practice Resurrection." Listen to the full episode today!

    Resources:

    • Learn more about Laura and find her new book here.
    • Read Laura's Substack, The Holy Labor, here.
    Embracing Nonviolence Apr 07, 2026
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    In this episode, Sisters Erin McDonald and Colleen Gibson interview Angelo Martinez, Manager of Faith Based Relations at the The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change. They talk about equipping faith leaders with nonviolence training, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther and Coretta Scott King, the importance of spiritual discipline. Listen today!

    Resources:

    • Learn more about The King Center.
    • Learn more about the Better Together Faith Based Initiative.
    Tough Minded and Tender Hearted Mar 24, 2026
    Show notes

    In this episode, Sisters Erin McDonald and Colleen Gibson interview Michael Okinczyc-Cruz, Executive Director and cofounder of the Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership (CSPL). They talk about the importance of relationships in community organizing, that both action and contemplation are important for social justice work, and how CSPL brought a faithful response to those being detained by ICE in Chicago. Listen to the episode today!

    Resources:

    • Learn more about CSPL.
    • Read about the Congregation of St. Joseph's involvement in the Peoples Mass.
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