Ordinary Things Extraordinary Love

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Toni Mcfadden is such a gem and joins us to day to share the mission of her heart- protecting the unborn! After facing a tragic loss of her own child through abortion, Toni has sought healing and forgiveness, and invites others to do the same. This mamma is using the heartbeat of her child to empower her to raise her living children and encourage other women ( and men) to do the same through self forgiveness and freedom. Toni shares in part two of this episode how her ability to forgive herself and accept Christs forgiveness led her to a life she could never have imagined and a story of forgiveness no one would expect. You can find part two of Toni's testimony here! (https://www.patreon.com/posts/42196005) and you can follow along with Toni's journey over on instagram @tonimcfadden12

This week on the podcast I am joined by Claire @claireswinarski ! Claire and I sit down and chat about what it means to be a Catholic feminist and how we can use our feminine genius to inspire others. If you want to hear about Claire's thoughts on prayer, family, how her business was inspired, join us for part one of this episode right here. :) If you can't get enough of this phenomenal woman and feel called to do great things in your life but don't know where to start... Head over to part two on patreon for more inspiration!. https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove?fan_landing=true

This week Ali Hoffman, @oodlesofdoodles, joins us to share that she is going on a grand adventure and is leaving her trust in God alone. Ali shares her faith and dependence on the Lord and how that has manifested itself throughout her life in the form of ministry and enjoying the little things. Ali is ready now however, to trust that God is calling her to leave the comfort of security behind and take the next step on a grand adventure He began in her heart five years ago with the inspiration to begin Oodles of doodles; an online inspirational presence that Ali has used to share her prayer with the world. In Part two we get to hear more from Ali about just how important her prayer life is and how finding balance in yourself through prayer, therapy, and whatever calling God places on your heart; can open the doors to a wild ride- and she is ready for it! Head over to Patreon for part two (https://www.patreon.com/creator-home)of Ali's testimony! Your contributions are helpful for me continuing this ministry an

Welcome Arleen Spencley to the show! Such a fun conversation that is filled with giggles as well as the blessings that come with living at home, saving sex for marriage, and following where the Spirit leads with conviction and grace. You will not want to miss part two of this conversation where we will be chatting about prayer, chastity, and some great advice for anyone to find helpful. You can find that episode here! (https://www.patreon.com/posts/40305663) Thank you so much to all listeners; I'm so grateful for your support and encouragement. Thank you too for all my Patrons that not only make this podcast possible, but also make it possible to provide blessing bags to the homeless, coffee money to those who could just use a little grace, and other little joys we are able to share because of your generosity. You are ll such a gift! You can find more about Arleen on twitter @ArleenSpenceley ... and you should!

Edith wraps up our three part series, “So You Want To Be A Virgin” by letting us step inside her journey to becoming a Consecrated Virgin Living In The World. Ediths joy is contageous and her knowledge is inspiring. She reminds us of the beauty that comes within the complexities of the faith through the saints. Head over to Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove?fan_landing=true) to hear more from Edith about her journey and get some advice on how to navigate your own adventure. You can find Edith on twitter @catolicaedith to learn more about her and her journey through faith and follow her down the road of becoming a Consecrated Virgin!

Amanda kicks off part two to the “So You Want To Be A Virgin” series by sharing how through her childhood, the Lord had made her calling clear and directed. Amanda is a Consecrated Virgin Living In The World. This vocation has allowed Amanda to stay home and love her family and be a living witness to her community around her. For Amanda, happiness, healthiness, and holiness come in the form of a cute puppy, intentional water drinking, and spending time with the Lord in adoration. Her love for the saints is beautiful and encouraging! Head over to Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove?fan_landing=true) to hear Amanda shares her prayer life and how to be in the world without being of the world. The vocation does not come without difficulty and Amanda shares with us some things we can take away no matter what vocation we pursue! You can find Amanda on twitter @catholicamanda to learn more about her and her life as a Consecrated Virgin!

Nina is a young lady discerning Consecrated Virginity. What is that? Nina explains the gift and beauty of this discernment process of this unique vocation; the struggle to find support, and the ways to find happiness, healthiness, and holiness through wholeness. Nina shares a little insight into the origins of Consecrated Virginity and how her love for bioethics can be utilized well in this vocation as she does her part to build the Kingdom of Christ within her community. If you want to hear more from Nina; her prayer life and how spiritual direction and hearing the Lord's voice through her prayer led her to considering Consecrated Virginity as an option for her life, you can find that here. (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove?fan_landing=true) !

Discernment does not have to be overwhelming or daunting. As the Isrealights knew well, our God is a God of process. What road have you walked down in life that you feel was a waste of time? What road led to a dead end? In prayer this week, I would like to invite you to revisit those roads and find where God opened doors along the way. See which doors you stepped into, which ones God closed, and which ones you may have closed. Open those doors in prayer...and walk through. God has so much to offer us. Peeking behind those doors He has opened may help lead us where we ought to be if we are not there already. And please sister, no matter how difficult, enjoy the process! For part two, you can head over to Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove?fan_landing=true) where we will dive in a little deeper!

Rachel sits down today to join us with a big cup of black coffee and a stack of her favorite books. Rachel shares the gift of ministry and the joy she finds in walking step-by-step with the Holy Spirit as He blesses her with more and more. You will find grace and a breath of fresh air in this episode and will not want to miss out on part two where Rachel will share her dependence prayer. In part two Rachel discusses the power in letting go of control, the need to trust, and finding friendships in the saints. These episodes are full of thoughts on family life, discernment, and what it looks like to be a woman who is confident in the Lords’ goodness. You can find that episode here (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove?fan_landing=true)!

Open your bibles and grab some post-its! The following verses will give some insight into having peace of mind in difficult times as we reflect on how our peace of mind helps create a peaceful home environment. The Scripture verses include: 1 Peter 5:7 Hebrews 12:14 Psalm 4:8 Psalm 34:14 Phillipians 4:9 Ephesians 4:3 Jeremiah 29:11 Isaiah 52:7 If you would like to continue this reflection you can find it on Patreon! (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove?fan_landing=true) God Bless

Emily shares vulnerably with us her experience with Cystic Fibrosis and how it does not define who she is, but is very much a part of her story. God placed it on Emilys’ heart to write a book that she had been unable to find as she was growing up. She takes a difficult life journey and shares it alongside the Stations Of the Cross to invite people into the story in their own hearts. You can find her book here (https://www.amazon.com/Living-Memento-Mori-Journey-Stations/dp/1594719675)! A fanatic of Jane Austin, fan of hockey, and homebody; Emily finds joy within the walls of her hobbit-hole home and is such a delight as she invites us in! Emily offers insight to healing and faith in her unique and beautiful testimony. If you’re interested in hearing Emily’s prayer habits, where Emily’s book thoughts and desires stemmed from, and her insight into living with Cystic Fibrosis while being aware of its destructive nature; you can find that over on our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLov

Hey ladies, this episode was very fun for me to record! I love sharing things that bring me joy and inviting others into that conversation. Below are the list of books I share some insight into; but really, this is a conversation about surrounding yourself with good and wholesome books and allowing them to inspire you! Daring To Hope (https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/daring-to-hope-finding-gods-goodness-in-the-broken-and-the-beautiful_katie-j-davis_katie-davis-majors/13867586/#isbn=0735290601) One Leg And A Cup (https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/one-leg-and-a-cup_terry-celano/18544711/#isbn=1976345936) Theology of Home (https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/theology-of-home-finding-the-eternal-in-the-everyday_noelle-mering_megan-schrieber/22004979/#isbn=1505113652) The Story of a Family (https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-story-of-a-family-the-home-of-st-therese-of-lisieux/13792730/#isbn=9711172151) Living Memento Mori (https://www.amazon.com/Living-Memento-Mori-Journey-Stations/dp/1594719675) I look forward to hearing some

In this episode Katie shares with us the joys of hospitality through the internet. By inviting people into her home three nights a week, she is not only giving them an opportunity for wholesome content, but truly making them a part of her family. Katie shares the role prayer plays in her life and how through raising a Catholic family with her husband; they are able to share their faith simply by being who they are and welcoming anyone who cares to view! If you like this episode and would like to hear more about Katie and the difficulty of prayer, raising kids in the faith, and advice for bettering our homes and personhood to meet the Lord. Join us for part two over on patreon for some great insight and encouraging advice! For Patreon access, enter here! (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove?fan_landing=true) To learn more about Katie check her out on Twitter! @MrsRuvi

Go ahead and grab your Bible and open up to Matthew as we contemplate light; reflecting on how God is inviting us to become light and to welcome Him. If you would like to join the Patreon to hear part two, you can find that here (https://www.patreon.com/OrdinaryThingsExtraordinaryLove)! God Bless!