I've learned I have one job. It's been a long lesson. And I'm still learning it. But it is a beautiful lesson towards the most beautiful truth. I am Woman, God's crown of creation. His exer kenegdo. Mindblowing... And yet, it answers the lifelong questions of this woman's seeking heart. I … [Read more...] about My Feminine Soul and The Soul of Our Mother
In this episode, I'm delighted to introduce to you Dr. Mario Sacasa, a Catholic marriage and family therapist in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. I think you'll find it very interesting to hear first about the MANY varied hats that Dr. Mario wears in his practice - some of which may surprise … [Read more...] about FGC #307: Living the Gift of Marriage – with Dr. Mario Sacasa
Did you know that there is a connection between Theology of the Body and the Rosary? And that the Rosary is, in fact, a SPIRITUAL WEAPON? Join me today for two fascinating conversations about these connections (and the connection between my guests!) with my first … [Read more...] about FGC #306: Spiritual Warfare, Theology of the Body, & The Rosary with Fr. Donald Calloway & Debbie Staresinic
THIS EPISODE…is my favorite of all three in this first series ever in the history of the Faith & Good Counsel Show! Today we reach the end of this 3-part series...but it’s only the “End of the Beginning” - an ending that leads us to the beginning of essential conversations that speak to the … [Read more...] about FGC #305-3: Who Are You? The End of the Beginning, with Josie Duke, Pt. 3
In Part 2 of our series Who Are You? Lessons From Our First Parents & John Paul II, return guest Josie Duke continues to draw us back through time to contemplate the Garden of Eden, offering us a taste of: What it was like for Adam & Eve in the Garden of Eve before the Fall … [Read more...] about FGC #305-2: “You Are Not Who They Say You Are”: More Lessons on Who We Are with Josie Duke, Pt. 2
You are not who they say you are...Let me remind you... (John Paul II) Links & Resources for this Episode: Liberating a Continent The Nine Days of John Paul II The Annunciation by Norman Faucheux … [Read more...] about FGC #305-1: Who Are You? Lessons From Our First Parents & John Paul II with Josie Duke, Pt. 1
...must always be made in union with the story God is writing upon our hearts. Tonight, I won't be singing the Divine Mercy Chaplet prayer with Fr. Paul Yi and the Ascension Catholic Community I love so much. I look so forward to this all year. And I pray to be back soon...next … [Read more...] about Our best laid plans…..
http://traffic.libsyn.com/stacigulino/FGC_303-Receiving_Women_in_Crisis-ELIZABETH_WILSON.mp3 The wellspring of all that is the Elizabeth Wilson that I've come to know is so evident in this powerful interview, which was originally intended to focus upon the psychiatric and psychological burden … [Read more...] about FGC #303: Woman to Woman: Receiving Women in Crisis with Elizabeth Wilson, LCSW
Another great episode with Rachel Johnson, Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer, speaking about what faith has to do with our feminine body image. In our first episode, Rachel shared some of her journey from a distorted body image to a healthier understanding of who she is a … [Read more...] about FGC #97: Body Image: What’s Faith Got to Do With It? With Rachel Johnson, RDN, LDN, Registered Dietitian & Certified Personal Trainer
What was it like to grow up in the 1960's in California? My guest today, the beautiful Rose Sweet, lived it. Rebellion against authority. Revolution and unrest - sexual, political, and everything in between. Long-haired Vietnam-protesting, dope-smoking, acid-dropping hippies and flower children … [Read more...] about FGC #95: From Revolution & “Free Love” to The Sunshine of “His Love” with Rose Sweet
"Like stained glass, which looks dull from one side but brilliant from another, our decision to trust Christ and His Church with our relationship has been a decision illuminated by beauty, grace and reason." Emily Stimpson We covered a lot of ground in today's episode with my guest Emily Stimpson, … [Read more...] about FGC #93: Why a Chaste Engagement Matters with Emily Stimpson