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Abiding Together

Abiding Together

De : Heather Khym Michelle Benzinger Sr Miriam James Heidland
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 Providing a place of connection, rest and encouragement for women who are on the journey of living out their passion and purpose in Jesus Christ.Abiding Together Podcast 2019 711442 Christianisme Ministère et évangélisme Spiritualité
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  • S18 E16 - Preparing for Pentecost

    S18 E16 - Preparing for Pentecost
    May 18 2026
    In this episode, we reflect on how Pentecost is more than just an event of the past, but can be an ongoing outpouring of God's love and grace in our lives today. We discuss how the Holy Spirit helps heal our wounds, restores communion with God, and teaches us how to live with power and boldness, even in the places where we feel unable to love the Lord. As we prepare our hearts for Pentecost, we talk practically about cultivating a posture of receptivity, learning to invite the Holy Spirit more deeply into our hearts, and how to allow His fire to illuminate our identity and transform us from within. The Holy Spirit is alive within us, able to enter even the locked places of our hearts, and desires to help us bear much fruit in our lives. Heather's One Thing - Pentecost | Holy Spirit Rest on Us Playlist Heather's Other One Thing - Wild Goose Series with Fr. Dave Pivonka Sister Miriam's One Thing - The Discerning Hearts Podcast App Michelle's One Thing - College Graduations Other Resources Mentioned: Be Transformed Book Study Journal Questions: How can I make myself more open to encounter the Holy Spirit pirit this Pentecost?Where in my life do I feel powerless?Am I allowing the Holy Spirit to make me more like Jesus?How am I rationing the boldness of the Holy Spirit?Where do I need to unlock the doors of my heart? Discussion Questions: How can you welcome the Holy Spirit into your life in a deeper way? What does it look like to experience the Holy Spirit in community?What gifts of the Holy Spirit do you desire to empower your work of building the Kingdom of God?How will you celebrate Pentecost? Quotes to Ponder: "If there be among the gifts of God none greater than love, and there is no greater gift of God than the Holy Spirit, what follows more naturally than that He is Himself love…." (Saint Augustine) "This great mystical tradition . . . shows how prayer can progress, as a genuine dialogue of love, to the point of rendering the person wholly possessed by the divine Beloved, vibrating at the Spirit's touch, resting filially within the Father's heart." (Pope Saint John Paul II, Novo Millennio Ineunte, Paragraph 33) "A noble and delicate soul ... follows faithfully the faintest breath of the Holy Spirit; it rejoices in this Spiritual Guest and holds onto Him like a child to its mother." (The Diary of St. Faustina, Entry 148) Scripture for Lectio: "On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: "Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit." Then they gathered around him and asked him, "Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?" He said to them: "It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." After he said this, he was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight." (Acts 1:4-9) Sponsor - Mary's Meals: Every mother knows what it's like to want to protect their child and provide for them, to make sure there's food on the table, to make sure her child is safe, cared for, and able to grow into who God created them to be. But for millions of mothers around the world, hunger stands in the way of that hope. Their children walk to school carrying empty bowls, wondering if today they'll have anything to eat. And that's where Mary's Meals steps in. Mary's Meals provides one daily meal in a place of education for children living in some of the world's poorest communities. And that simple meal becomes the reason a child comes to school. Once they're there, everything can begin to change. Education can become a pathway out of poverty. So a child who is hungry can focus. A child who is vulnerable can dream. And a mother who felt helpless can begin to hope again. What we love most about Mary's Meals is how ordinary people get to become a part of that story. We don't have to solve global hunger. We simply have to feed one child. And here's the beautiful thing. It only costs $25.20 to feed a child for an entire school year. That's one child sitting in a classroom instead of sitting at home hungry. One mother experiencing relief instead of worry. One life changed through a simple act of love. So if your hearts are moved to help, we invite you to join us in supporting Mary's Meals. You can head over to their website marysmealsusa.org (or marysmeals.ca for Canada) and together we can offer hope, dignity and a daily meal to a child who needs it most. Timestamps: 00:00 Mary's Meals 01:39 Introduction 02:26 Welcome 03:24 Scripture Verse and Quote to Ponder 04:39 Preparing Our Hearts 07:34 Healing the Wound of Powerlessness 09:26 The Holy Spirit Enables Us...
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    36 min
  • S18 E15 - Sacred Wounds

    S18 E15 - Sacred Wounds
    May 11 2026
    In this episode, we reflect on the sacred wounds of Jesus, the reality of our own woundedness, and Jesus' invitation to make us well. We talk about how our wounds, so often hidden in shame or self-protection, when transformed, can actually become places of communion and grace. We also share about our personal experiences of facing fear or disappointment and how the slow, often painful, process of healing reminds us that God's ways are not our own. Jesus tenderly meets us in every broken place within our hearts and ardently desires to make all things new. Heather's One Thing - Worship Session with Kory Miller Sister Miriam's One Thing - Life Transitions Part One and Part Two with Chris Benzinger Michelle's One Thing - The Kentucky Derby Other Resources Mentioned: Glory: Women's GatheringThe Restore the Glory PodcastThe Anatomy of a Wound Series Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 Journal Questions: Where am I self-protecting instead of bringing my wounds before the Lord?Do I think Jesus can make me well?How have my wounds impacted my outlook on life and perspectives on painful situations in my life?When have my own expectations of what Jesus should do gotten in the way of my own healing? Discussion Questions: Are there areas that you have grown accustomed to your own pain?How have you equated healing with fixing?What has the Holy Spirit taught you about yourself through the healing journey?How has disappointment affected your trust in Jesus and His goodness? Quotes to Ponder: "Nobody escapes being wounded. We are all wounded people, whether physically, emotionally, mentally, or spiritually. The main question is not, 'How can we hide our wounds?' so we don't have to be embarrassed, but 'How can we put our woundedness in the service of others?' When our wounds cease to be a source of shame, and become a source of healing, we have become wounded healers." (Henri Nouwen) "Our brokenness reveals not a failure but a doorway through which God's healing can enter." (Henri Nouwen, The Inner Voice of Love) Scripture for Lectio: "Now in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate, there is a pool, called in Hebrew Bethesda, which has five porticoes. In these lay many invalids—blind, lame, and paralyzed. One man was there who had been ill for thirty-eight years. When Jesus saw him lying there and knew that he had been there a long time, he said to him, "Do you want to be made well?" The sick man answered him, "Sir, I have no one to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up; and while I am making my way, someone else steps down ahead of me." Jesus said to him, "Stand up, take your mat and walk." At once the man was made well, and he took up his mat and began to walk." (John 5:2-9) Sponsor - Seton Home Study School: Since 1982, families have entrusted their students to Seton Home Study School. Seton is thoroughly Catholic, academically rigorous, and fully accredited with the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Seton high school graduates have been admitted, and excelled, at virtually every college and university in the United States, including Ivy League Universities and military academies. A Seton enrollment includes thoroughly Catholic books, detailed lesson plans, grading services, transcripts, and there is no extra charge for telephone counseling. Parents love Seton's "open and go" approach – everything you need is provided and can be trusted. You can even customize the program at no extra charge, enrolling a fourth grader in fifth grade reading, for example. For more information, visit their website. Parents of students with special needs can find help to develop a curriculum and workload suited to each individual child. Learn about Seton's special services department here. In addition to books and lesson plans, high school students enjoy a host of other benefits and services. Click here to learn more. Enrolled teens and Seton alumni can also join Catholic Harbor, a safe, online student-moderated community. There they can engage in debates, spiritual discussions, and discuss hobbies and other interests. For more information visit their website here. Seton hosts a podcast directed at homeschooling moms. Podcasts hosts, Mary Ellen Barrett and Ginny Seuffert, both with decades of experience, offer practical tips and ideas to make home education accessible to all. Timestamps: 00:00 Seton Home Study School 01:29 Intro 02:15 Welcome 05:32 Scripture Verse and Quote to Ponder 06:50 "Do You Want to Be Made Well?" 10:22 Jesus is Drawn to Our Wounds 12:30 Exposed Wounds are Places of Grace 15:21 Awareness is Half the Battle 19:09 The Lord Knows what Our Healing Journey Should Look Like 24:09 All We Can Do is Take the Next Small Step 26:20 Suffering in Communion 29:12 Transforming Our Relationship with Our Wounds 32:37 The Parts of Us that don't Trust God 34:46 One Things
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    40 min
  • S18 E14 - Prophetic Motherhood

    S18 E14 - Prophetic Motherhood
    May 4 2026
    In this episode, we reflect on the beautiful call of women to prophetic motherhood. We talk about how Our Lady models for us a motherhood that speaks life and calls forth goodness to all those she encounters. We also ponder what it means to be a spiritual mother, how Mary can help heal our wounded experiences of motherhood, and the difference between affirmations and prophetic words. As Pentecost draws near, we invite you to ask for Our Lady's intercession to prepare your heart for a fresh outpouring of grace and to help you become a woman who brings life wherever she goes. Heather's One Thing - A 24 Hour Time of Worship at Franciscan University Heather's Other One Thing - St. Anne's Women's Conference in Dallas, TX and the WWP Flourish Conference in St. Louis Sister Miriam's One Thing - Everyone Getting Married this Summer Sister Miriam's Other One Thing - Pilgrimage to Medjugorje with the JPII Healing Center Michelle's One Thing - NFL Draft Michelle's Other One Thing - Franklin, TN and St. Philip's Parish Michelle's Other Other One Thing - College Kids at NC State and Fr. Josh Other Resources Mentioned: The Identity of a Woman Series The Place We Find Ourselves Podcast Make Sense of Your Story by Adam Young Journal Questions: What does it mean for me to live into prophetic motherhood?What holds me back from speaking life into the people around me?When have I felt threatened or hurt by other women?What ache in your heart is God inviting you to bring before Mary?How can I offer prophetic motherhood to those in my life?How can I receive prophetic motherhood from those in my life? Discussion Questions: When have you been prophetically mothered by another woman? How were you impacted by that experience?How do we cultivate a culture of women speaking life within our own community?How do you desire a different story of motherhood and femininity from what you have experienced in the past?How is God inviting you to embody hope right now?Who is in the periphery of my life that God is inviting me to offer my maternity to? Quote to Ponder: "She is the poetess and prophetess of redemption, and we hear from her pure lips the strongest and most original hymn ever uttered - the "Magnificat"! She reveals the transforming design of the Christian economy, the historical and social result that still draws its origin and strength from Christianity…At this point a second way is opened for us by Our Lady, so that we may reach our salvation in the Lord Christ: it is her protection. She is our ally, our advocate. She is the confidence of the poor, of the lowly, of the suffering. She is even the "refuge of sinners." She has a mission of pity, goodness, and intercession for all. She consoles every grief of ours. She teaches us to be good, to be strong, and to be compassionate toward all. She is the queen of peace. She is the Mother of the Church." (Pope St. Paul VI, Homily, April 24, 1970) Scripture for Lectio: "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits." (Proverbs 18:21) Sponsor - Life Teen: Life Teen is offering something really special this summer, especially if you are a parent of a teenager. Years ago, Michelle and her husband Chris, began their ministry career working with Life Teen, and it has had a lasting impact on their lives as well as so many other families. Life Teen helps teens encounter Christ in a real and personal way, and it continues to bear fruit long after those experiences end. This summer, they are launching their very first Parent / Teen Camp, called Frontier. A frontier is the edge of what is known, where things are still being discovered and formed. If you are a parent of a teen, you know that is exactly what the teenage years feel like. A season that is constantly changing, where relationships are shifting, independence is growing, and both parents and teens are learning how to navigate something new together. Life Teen Parent / Teen Camp is a six-day experience where you and your teen step away from the noise of everyday life and experience camp together. It is a shared week of adventure and connection. You will experience things like ropes courses, hiking through the mountains, and white water rafting on the Chattooga River. But just as important as the adventure is what happens in the space between it all. Time to talk. Time to slow down. Time to be present with each other. And time to invite Christ into your relationship in a real and personal way. Everything is rooted in the Catholic faith, with daily Mass, the Sacraments, and intentional moments built in to pause, reflect, and listen. This experience is offered as a Mother and Daughter or Father and Son camp in Clayton, Georgia. It is designed specifically for families in the middle of the teenage years who want to strengthen their relationship, deepen trust, and create meaningful memories during a season that often moves quickly. This is not just a camp week. It is an ...
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    38 min
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