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Women of the Word #16: Readings for Sunday, May 10th May 08, 2020

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Join me as I review the Sunday mass readings. Today is the last installment of Women of the Word, at least for now. I’m practicing what I preach and being intentional with my time and making sure I give my family enough of myself in this busy season of raising littles. I will continue with at least one episode a week on the podcast, and I have some awesome interviews coming up! To continue reviewing the Sunday mass readings every Friday, check out the Food For The Journey podcast with Sr. Ann Shields - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ave-maria-radio-food-for-the-journey/id696793170 - her reflections are beautiful and always less than 20 minutes. In today’s episode, I’m reviewing the readings for the upcoming Sunday mass and we will take some time to prepare our hearts and minds for the sabbath. Join me for some time that I pray leads you closer to the Lord. God bless you! To know when I publish new episodes, Subscribe to the podcast & become a newsletter subscriber by clicking here - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I would love to have you join our Community! Email subscribers get weekly devotionals and pretty phone wallpaper to encourage you & inspire you in your walk with the Lord. You can also follow me on Instagram for extra inspiration and encouragement - www.Instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast - I can’t wait to become virtual friends!

44.5 Clarity Coaching with Stefanie Gass Part 2 | Pursuing Your God-Led Calling May 07, 2020

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Ever wondered what it would be like to be coached by someone who helps women discover their God-led calling? My guest Stefanie Gass brings the fire today! Stef is basically giving you all a clarity coaching session here on the podcast! I am so honored to be joined by Stefanie Gass, clarity coach for Christian mompreneurs, host of the top rated podcast The Mompreneur Mastermind Show, & digital course creator who helps women uplevel their business and launch successful podcasts. Impressed yet?? Today in this two part interview, Stefanie walks us through some really important questions to help us to start to discover where God may be leading us. Get out a pen and paper because you are definitely going to want to take notes! To connect with Stephanie after this interview, visit her website at www.stefaniegass.com and join her Facebook group community The Mompreneur Mastermind Show Sisterhood by clicking here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successwithstefanie/ - Stef and the other almost 3,000 members share so much goodness in there! Definitely check out her fabulous podcast by clicking here - http://bit.ly/themompreneurmastermindshow - you will be super inspired & equipped. Stefanie also hangs out a lot on Instagram, so find her at www.Instagram.com/stefaniegass and DM Stef on Instagram and let her know your biggest takeaway from today’s interview. Make sure to take a screenshot and post on your Instagram stories so we know you’re listening and tag @500secondstojoypodcast and @stefaniegass - you can share your biggest takeaway there too! Enjoy this conversation and I pray it brings you clarity and lots of Holy Spirit moments! *********************************************************To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

44. Clarity Coaching with Stefanie Gass Part 1 | Pursuing Your God-Led Calling May 07, 2020

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Ever wondered what it would be like to be coached by someone who helps women discover their God-led calling? My guest Stefanie Gass brings the fire today! Stef is basically giving you all a clarity coaching session here on the podcast! I am so honored to be joined by Stefanie Gass, clarity coach for Christian mompreneurs, host of the top rated podcast The Mompreneur Mastermind Show, & digital course creator who helps women uplevel their business and launch successful podcasts. Impressed yet?? Today in this two part interview, Stefanie walks us through some really important questions to help us to start to discover where God may be leading us. Get out a pen and paper because you are definitely going to want to take notes! To connect with Stephanie after this interview, visit her website at www.stefaniegass.com and join her Facebook group community The Mompreneur Mastermind Show Sisterhood by clicking here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/successwithstefanie/ - Stef and the other almost 3,000 members share so much goodness in there! Definitely check out her fabulous podcast by clicking here - http://bit.ly/themompreneurmastermindshow - you will be super inspired & equipped. Stefanie also hangs out a lot on Instagram, so find her at www.Instagram.com/stefaniegass and DM Stef on Instagram and let her know your biggest takeaway from today’s interview. Make sure to take a screenshot and post to your Instagram stories so we know you’re listening and tag @500secondstojoypodcast and @stefaniegass - you can share your biggest takeaway there too! Enjoy this conversation and I pray it brings you clarity and lots of Holy Spirit moments! *********************************************************To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I have a devotional message for you as well as an inspiring phone wallpaper for you. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

Bonus #17: Is Teaching The Faith At Home Really That Simple? | w/ spiritual director Jennifer Bell May 07, 2020

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This is Part 2 of a fabulous 2 part conversation with spiritual director and catechist (aka teacher) for The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Jennifer Bell. Jennifer has worked with children for 23 years and taught this Montessori method of sharing the faith with young children. It is a beautiful method and Jennifer will share with us some simple and powerful truths about teaching our children the faith at home. I was so inspired by this conversation and I know you will be too! Jennifer has an opportunity to meet with you virtually in the upcoming weeks to continue this conversation. If you are interested in learning more about teaching your children the faith or are interested in spiritual direction with Jennifer, visit her website at www.spiritdirection.com - Jennifer is a lovely soul with a heart for God and I can’t wait for you to hear from her today! I’m so grateful to have you here listening, sweet friend! Let me know your biggest takeaway by taking a screenshot and tagging me on Instagram @500secondstojoypodcast or you can send me a DM by clicking here - www.Instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast - I can’t wait to become virtual friends! God bless you and your families!

Bonus #16: How Can We Teach Our Kids The Faith At Home? | w/ spiritual director Jennifer Bell May 07, 2020

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This is Part 1 of a fabulous 2 part conversation with spiritual director and catechist (aka teacher) for The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Jennifer Bell. Jennifer has worked with children for 23 years and taught this Montessori method of sharing the faith with young children. It is a beautiful method and Jennifer will share with us some simple and powerful truths about teaching our children the faith at home. I was so inspired by this conversation and I know you will be too! Jennifer has an opportunity to meet with you virtually in the upcoming weeks to continue this conversation. If you are interested in learning more about teaching your children the faith or are interested in spiritual direction with Jennifer, visit her website at www.spiritdirection.com - Jennifer is a lovely soul with a heart for God and I can’t wait for you to hear from her today! I’m so grateful to have you here listening, sweet friend! Let me know your biggest takeaway by taking a screenshot and tagging me on Instagram @500secondstojoypodcast or you can send me a DM by clicking here - www.Instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast - I can’t wait to become virtual friends! God bless you and your families!

43.5 Fill Your Mama Cup Cuz You Are Worth It | with Lori Beth Auldridge from Yaya Mamas (Part 2) May 04, 2020

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This is Part 2! Every mama (and aspiring mama) needs to tune in to this episode today! I am joined by fellow podcaster, Lori Beth Auldridge, host of the Elevating Motherhood podcast, work at home mama of 3, wife, friend, sister, blogger, homeschooler, wanna be homesteader, business owner, webinar creator, avid reader, and so much more. Lori Beth is here to talk with me about filling our mama cup and how mamas are totally worthy of time! We serve our families all day and it’s time to check in with ourselves and ask ourselves if we are pouring into ourselves as well. In this two part interview, Lori Beth and I discuss practical ways to do this, and one option is to journal for just 5 minutes a day, and Lori Beth has guides journal prompts on her website: http://www.yayamamas.com/guided-journals/ - definitely check out these journal prompts to begin the important work of introspection. Like Lori Beth says in our chat, just start with 5 minutes! I’m excited for you to hear from such a lovely, caring mama who is all about creating a mom community & lifting one another up. To connect with Lori Beth after this interview, visit her podcast website at http://www.elevatingmotherhood.com or visit her other website about her mom community at www.yayamamas.com - so much goodness there! To connect on social media, follow Lori Beth on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/loribethauldridge or follow her pages on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/elevatingmotherhood/ and https://m.facebook.com/yayamamasblog/ - she’s created beautiful communities on social! To listen to Lori Beth’s podcast, click here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevating-motherhood/id1479731562 - if you love my podcast you will love her podcast as well! Thanks for being here, lovely friends! *********************************************************To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week or two to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - click here to subscribe now. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

43. Fill Your Mama Cup Cuz You Are Worth It | with Lori Beth Auldridge from Yaya Mamas (Part 1) May 04, 2020

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Every mama (and aspiring mama) needs to tune in to this episode today! I am joined by fellow podcaster, Lori Beth Auldridge, host of the Elevating Motherhood podcast, work at home mama of 3, wife, friend, sister, blogger, homeschooler, wanna be homesteader, business owner, webinar creator, avid reader, and so much more. Lori Beth is here to talk with me about filling our mama cup and how mamas are totally worthy of time! We serve our families all day and it’s time to check in with ourselves and ask ourselves if we are pouring into ourselves as well. In this two part interview, Lori Beth and I discuss practical ways to do this, and one option is to journal for just 5 minutes a day, and Lori Beth has guides journal prompts on her website: http://www.yayamamas.com/guided-journals/ - definitely check out these journal prompts to begin the important work of introspection. Like Lori Beth says in our chat, just start with 5 minutes! I’m excited for you to hear from such a lovely, caring mama who is all about creating a mom community & lifting one another up. To connect with Lori Beth after this interview, visit her podcast website at http://www.elevatingmotherhood.com or visit her other website about her mom community at www.yayamamas.com - so much goodness there! To connect on social media, follow Lori Beth on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/loribethauldridge or follow her pages on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/elevatingmotherhood/ and https://m.facebook.com/yayamamasblog/ - she’s created beautiful communities on social! To listen to Lori Beth’s podcast, click here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevating-motherhood/id1479731562 - if you love my podcast you will love her podcast as well! Thanks for being here, lovely friends! *********************************************************To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week or two to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - click here to subscribe now. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

Women of the Word #15: Readings for Sunday, May 3, 2020 May 01, 2020

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Join me as I review the Sunday mass readings. Today is the 15th installment of Women of the Word. In this Friday series, we review the readings for the upcoming Sunday mass and we take some time to prepare our hearts and minds for the sabbath. Join me for some time that I pray leads you closer to the Lord. God bless you! To know when I publish new episodes, Subscribe to the podcast & become a newsletter subscriber by clicking here - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - I would love to have you join our Community! Email subscribers get weekly devotionals and pretty phone wallpaper to encourage you & inspire you in your walk with the Lord. You can also follow me on Instagram for extra inspiration and encouragement - www.Instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast - I can’t wait to become virtual friends!

42. Less Stuff, Less Stress, More Memories | with Melissa Sunday from Project Simplify Apr 30, 2020

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Join me for a chat with Melissa Sunday from Project Simplify, a mama on a mission to have less stuff, less stress, and more memories! She shares practical tips and will inspire you to simplify your life & declutter! You will definitely be inspired by Melissa and her sweet mama heart. To connect with her, visit her on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/projectsimplify.co - her photos are beautiful and inspiring. *********************************************************To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week or two to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - click here to subscribe now. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

Author Spotlight #4: For The Mom Who Is Tired Of Laundry | Life Is Maintenance with Stephanie Pletka Apr 29, 2020

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Are you tired of cleaning, doing all that laundry, washing all those dishes? You’re not alone, sista! Join me for an encouraging conversation with author Stephanie Pletka all about the fact that life is maintenance. Stephanie Pletka was on the podcast before (click here to listen - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/500-seconds-to-joy-mom-life-encouragement/id1481909779?i=1000463446931 - this is Bonus Episode #8) and I’m so honored to have her back to talk more about her fabulous book, “Living Your Best Life: Letting Go Of Self-Doubt, Fear, And Other’s Expectations To Live The Life You’ve Always Dreamed.” One of the chapters in her book is all about this and we dive into this topic very deeply. You will feel free and so hopeful after this episode (I hope!). Stephanie Pletka is so encouraging and speaks life into the hard parts of motherhood. I love her wisdom and kind mama heart. Get ready to feel encouraged and also so inspired & loved. You are doing a wonderful job, mama! To connect with Stephanie after this conversation, visit her website at www.stephaniepletka.com or find her on Instagram at Instagram.com/stephaniepletka - she would love to connect with you! To order her book on Amazon (I did!) click here: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Your-Best-Life-Expectations/dp/1640859780 & I know you will love this book! *********************************************************To connect with me (your host, Stephanie) after this episode, head on over to Instagram at www.instagram.com/500secondstojoypodcast or send me an email introducing yourself to 500secondstojoy@gmail.com - I’d love to become virtual friends! And if you’d like some extra encouragement and goodness in your email inbox, subscribe to my newsletter & I will drop you a note every week or two to add some joy to your day - https://mailchi.mp/a7a4f8935f67/500secondstojoy - click here to subscribe now. Also, if you’re loving this podcast I’d super appreciate it if you could rate and review the show so I can keep reaching more lovely listeners just like you! Lastly, click that subscribe button so you know when I come out with new episodes since I have been releasing extra episodes lately! I’m so grateful to have you as a listener and I pray that God blesses your day with joy and peace!

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