Lisa interviews Teresa Tomeo, nationally syndicated host of Catholic Connection and author of Noise: How Our Media-saturated Culture Dominates Lives and Dismantles Families. Deacon Tom Fox helps us celebrate Mother's Day with a wonderful reflection and Parish Media Liaison Kerry helps spread the word about CatholicMom.com. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Teresa Tomeo
Catholic Media Alert - Teresa Tomeo's blog
Noise: How Our Media-saturated Culture Dominates Lives and Dismantles Families
Rocking Romans
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #48

Lisa speaks with Fr. Tom Elliott, Pastor of Christ the King Catholic Church, about his love of music, his CD Rock of Souls and his work in the Church. Deacon Tom Fox shares another moment entitled "All My Words for the Word". We're getting excited about the Catholic New Media Celebration, June 22 in Atlanta - help us spread the word and join in the fun! Share your feedback at 206-339-9272, comment here on the blog or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Fr. Tom Elliott
Kerry Madden, Catholic Parish Media Liason
Catholic New Media Celebration
Catholic City with Zina
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #47

Lisa shares about Pope Benedict XVI's trip to the US and the audio from her interview on CNN and interviews Rebecca Christian of the Catholic in Film School blog on the topics of Christian film making and World Youth Day. Deacon Tom shares a reflection "Thoughts on Two Popes". Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:

Rebecca Christian - Catholic in Film School
Catholic New Media Celebration
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #46

Hi friends and family,

I'm writing to request your prayers!  Tomorrow at 11:30 am EST I will be appearing on CNN's Newsroom discussing the topic of Catholic blogging during the Pope's visit.  I could use whatever media advice you have - I'm hoping to do my best to represent all of the hardworking souls who work to make CatholicMom.com all it has become.

So in the absence of unexpected last minute news (like earthquakes in Illinois), tune in and ask the Holy Spirit to help me along.

Thanks, as always, for the ongoing gift of your support!

Lisa

We welcome Pope Benedict XVI on his historic visit to the United States and reflect on his message of "Christ Our Hope". Lisa interviews Catholic author and editor Regina Doman. Deacon Tom shares a reflection on the "Rice of Baptism". Check out "Shine Like the Son" from Matt Maher's new Empty and Beautiful CD. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Regina Doman
Regina's books: Black as Night: A Fairy Tale Retold, Angel in the Waters, Catholic, Reluctantly (by Christian Frank)
Matt Maher, Empty and Beautiful
Lisa's Facebook Profile

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #45

This week I share my interview with Catholic Mom and musician Jenny Klement and preview her CD "Grace is Falling". We share another wonderful Catholic Deacon Moment and announce the Catholic New Media Celebration on June 22 in Atlanta. I'll be there - will you? Be sure to enter this month's contests and share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
Jenny Klement
Catholic New Media Celebration
Diocesan Promotional Catalog - bezalelbooks@gmail.com
St. Augustine Hunger Center Benefit
Matt Maher, Empty and Beautiful
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

This week we look at the film "Under the Same Moon", share a Catholic Deacon Moment on the importance of giving thanks for our marriages, and interview Kris Weipart, founder of the new Catholic children's magazine, St. Mary's Messenger. Be sure to enter this month's contests and share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com.

Links for this episode:
St. Mary's Messenger Magazine
Deacon Tom Fox
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #43

As Lisa podcasts from the edge of a creek in Sedona, Arizona, Cassandra Poppe shares about her work with Intercessories Family Ministry, the creator of the Rosary Quilt.  We share our very first "Catholic Deacon Moment" with Deacon Tom Fox.  Catholic musician Mark Mallet shares his "Song for Karol", a tribute to Pope John Paul II as we prepare to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday. Be sure to enter this month's contest for your opportunity to win a wonderful children's book Milo and the Green Wagon by Lisa Umina. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com

Links for this episode:
Intercessories Family Ministry
Deacon Tom Fox
Mark Mallet
Lisa's Facebook Profile

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #42

As we begin the Easter Triduum, this week's show features Catholic wife and mom Becky Cash discussing the topic of working from home. Catholic musician Nancy Krebs shares her song "Eyes" to commemorate the Triduum.  Be sure to enter this month's contest for your opportunity to win a wonderful children's book Milo and the Green Wagon by Lisa Umina. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 or email lisa@catholicmom.com

Links for this episode:
Becky Cash: Website, Shaklee site or by phone at 1-800-937-4615
Fr. Bill's Pilgrim Cast
Nancy Krebs Catholic Musician
"Faith Lift for Moms" Conference

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #41

This week, we feature a wonderful reflection by Deacon Tom Fox aimed at placing God at the center of our marriages and keeping marital joy alive. Steve Nelson of the "On the U" podcast shares his expertise on helping our kids transition to College. Share your feedback at 206-339-9272 and don't forget to enter our current giveaways!

Links for this episode:
On The U Podcast
Palm Sunday Activities
Catholic City with Zina
Deacon Tom Online - Living the Catholic Faith
Faith Alive - From One Generation to the Next
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store

Come along with Lisa for a trip to Anaheim to attend the Diocese of Los Angeles' Religious Education Congress. Listen in on the Opening Prayer Ceremony, meet exhibitors and some of the over 40,000 attendees and hear some great Catholic music.  Share your feedback at 206-339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Current Catholic Mom Giveaways
Catholic Mom Logo Store
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
Subscribe to Catholic Moments at iTunes

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #38

Our guest this week is Chip Richter, a great family musician who will have you and your kids singing along! We share another great column by Pat Gohn and introduce our latest giveaway - your chance to win the Catholic Exchange Women's Study for Spring. Listener Amy introduces us to the concept of "Mothering Sunday", celebrated on Laetare Sunday. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Chip Richter: Website, MySpace, Shout Life
Phil Keaggy
Catholic Exchange Women's Study: Registration, The Power of Women
Pat Gohn
Genevieve Kineke
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
Subscribe to Catholic Moments at iTunes
Subscribe to Catholic Moments in a Reader

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #38

This week, I share interviews with Mary Beth Hercules, creator of "Good Deed Beads" and Monica Rafie, founder of the web site www.BeNotAfraid.net. We also share a great column by Pat Gohn. Be sure to enter our latest contest for your chance to win Milo and the Green Wagon, the new children's book by our friend Lisa Umina - Milo learns the joy of helping others. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
"Good Deed Beads"
www.BeNotAfraid.net
National Catholic Register
Faith and Family Magazine
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
Subscribe to Catholic Moments at iTunes
Subscribe to Catholic Moments in a Reader

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #37

This week, I share an interview with Maura Weis, author of Miles from the Sideline: A Mother's Journey With Her Special Needs Daughter. Maura relates her journey parenting a child with special needs and her work with her non-profit organization, Hannah and Friends. Be sure to enter our latest contest for your chance to win Milo and the Green Wagon, the new children's book by our friend Lisa Umina - Milo learns the joy of helping others.  We share feedback and look at Holy Heroes, a great resource for Catholic kids. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Miles from the Sideline: A Mother's Journey With Her Special Needs Daughter by Maura Weis with Jessica Trobaugh Temple
Hannah and Friends - Nonprofit foundation improving the quality of life for children and adults with special needs
Holy Heroes
CatholicMom.com Contests
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
Subscribe to Catholic Moments at iTunes
Subscribe to Catholic Moments in a Reader

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #36

In this podcast, we kick off Lent with an update on Lisa's family visitors, review a "kids" cartoon, share a Lent quiz and discuss Lenten devotions. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Take Out Magazine
CatholicMom.com Contests
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
Subscribe to Catholic Moments at iTunes
Subscribe to Catholic Moments in a Reader

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #35

This week's podcast is a "news" show with many announcements, Lisa's review of the Saving Sarah Cain DVD, an introduction to Endow Online and information about a free Catholic Writers Conference. We also discuss Lisa's marathon training, your feedback, our current contests and more. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Links for this episode:
Saving Sarah Cain
ENDOW - Educating on the Nature and Dignity of Women
Catholic Writers Guild Online Conference - Free and Fabulous!
CatholicMom.com Contests
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
Subscribe to Catholic Moments at iTunes
Subscribe to Catholic Moments in a Reader

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #34

This podcast features an interview with noted Catholic author Genevieve Kineke during which we discuss the observances surrounding the 20th anniversary of Pope John Paul II's encyclical entitled Mulieris Dignitatem, On the Dignity and Vocation of Women. We also discuss Lisa's marathon training, your feedback, our current contests and more. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Books Mentioned in this episode:
The Authentic Catholic Woman - by Genevieve Kineke
Marathoning for Mortals - by John Bingham

Links for this episode:
Genevieve Kineke
Dignity of Women - Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Mulieris Dignitatem
Together! Transforming Families
Faith Satellite Radio
Moment of Beauty
CatholicMom.com Contests
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Catholic Company Store
Subscribe to Catholic Moments at iTunes
Subscribe to Catholic Moments in a Reader

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #33

In this episode, Lisa travels to San Francisco to attend day one of the MacWorld Exp.  You'll hear live footage from the exhibit halls, listen in on product demos, and come along for a day at MacWorld.  Remember to enter our new contest to with the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers Book - send me an email to lisa@catholicmom.com by February 1. In the subject line, write "Catholic Prayer Book Giveaway" and be sure to include your mailing address. To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #32

We ring in the New Year with a look at resolutions and a new Catholic  bible study program. Remember to enter our new contest to with the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers Book - send me an email to lisa@catholicmom.com by February 1.  In the subject line, write "Catholic Prayer Book Giveaway" and be sure to include your mailing address.  To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #31

Links for this episode:
Catholic Exchange's Women's Scripture Study Program
Lisa's Productivity @ Home blog - check out my New Year's resolutions
Lisa's Facebook Profile
Catholic Mom Logo Store
Subscribe to Catholic Moments at iTunes
Subscribe to Catholic Moments in a Reader

Click here to listen to Catholic Moments Podcast #31

Today we tour the Globe Theater and ring in the New Year from near Trafalgar Square along with 750,000 new friends!  Apologies for the sound quality on this episode - I'm recording as we go, so you'll here traffic, wind, people and more!  To share your comments, email us at catholicmoments@mac.com or comment at www.catholicmoments.com or call our new telephone feedback line at (206)339-9272.