Midday Moms

Join Dorothy Pilarski as she interviews Andrea Mrozek and Tanya Granic Allen on the topic of Daycare and some of the issues surrounding this important decision.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

There are millions of adults who come from divorced families who have experienced wounds that have impacted both their Catholic faith and their personal life journey. Join Dorothy as she interviews Dr. Wolfs about some of the effects of divorce, the real wounds, the baffling statistics on the impact of divorce on adult children.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy as she interviews Leila Miller about her book, Made this Way, How to Prepare Kid to Face Today’s Tough Moral Issues, which seeks to apply the Church’s timeless teachings on marriage, family, and the moral education of children.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski and Robert LeBlanc as he reflects on how Marriage is Strengthened by Faith. You can find out about Robert's apostolate, books, and the Pints & Pews Podcast at www.catholicmoment.ca.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski as she interviews Teresa Tomeo, about her new book, "Everything's Coming Up Rosie!" Learn what inspired Teresa to write the book, discover a few of the tips that her feisty American Italian mom taught her about leading a Godly life.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Nelcy Lopez of St. Benedict parish, in Dorothy's absence, as she interviews Christine Schintgen from Our Lady Seat of Wisdom about the very good reasons why one might consider going to a Catholic university.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy as she interviews Margaret Good, who has owned and operated over 7 successful businesses and currently helps others own a business and give back to the communities they live in all at the same time. Margaret shows others how to take care of themselves, look great and earn any level of income they choose while supporting the charities of their choice.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy as she talks to Kendra Tierney, a recently widowed mother of 10, as she shares about life now as a NOT "very sad widow" or "VSW". She'll share the wisdom she's learned from friends and family, the power of prayer, as well as her "St. Paul on the road to Damascus moment" that flipped her worldview upside down when it came to navigating the many uncertainties of her husband's illness, and passing.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski as she talks with Fr.Tom Kluger about the Keys to Forgiveness. We have all been hurt, betrayed and disappointed. How do you forgive the very people who have hurt you so deeply? Why is it important to forgive? What does the church teach about forgiveness? Are there times we shouldn't forgive? How do you forgive yourself? Many of us harbour resentments and those resentments end up hurting us spiritually. What are the keys to forgiveness?   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Dorothy Pilarski is joined by resident Fulton Sheen expert, Allan Smith who shares some of the good Archbishop's reflections on Motherhood, the Blessed Virgin Mary and preparing our hearts for the coming of Christmas. Relish in the graces that were dispensed on the beautiful Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary!   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

What can moms learn by focussing on the Nativity and reflecting on the Incarnation during Advent? Join Dorothy Pilarski as she talks with Fr. Gregory, who shares an Advent reflection on the Nativity and Incarnation.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Listen to this beautiful reflection by Eliza Trotter entitled Advent, the Forgotten Season. It's still November, but all around us we see signs - perhaps a tad premature! - of Christmas. As Catholics we're blessed with the beautiful time of Advent, which helps us prepare for Christmas and keep the focus on the true meaning of the season. Join us for Midday Moms as Eliza shares her thoughts on how to get ready spiritually for Christmas and live Advent in the family.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski and Father Lawrence Lew, O.P. as they discuss what does the Catholic church teach about the souls in purgatory? Why pray the Rosary for the Souls in purgatory? What are some tips for praying the Rosary well? What can a mother teach her children about purgatory? As Catholic mothers, we have an opportunity to make a great spiritual impact, not only on our children, but on souls that are relying for our help -- the souls in purgatory!   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy and Michelle Laque to talk about her book, "Walking the Way of the Cross for Caregivers: How To Cope Practically, Emotionally, and Spiritually When Your Loved One Is Seriously Ill".   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy and Marc Boudignon to learn about the documentary film: MOTHER TERESA: NO GREATER LOVE, from the Knights of Columbus, which premiered in October 2022 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Mother Teresa’s passing.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski as she interviews Patti Maguire Armstrong and Roxanne Beauclair - Salomen about their new book, "What would Monica do?" "What Would Monica Do?" calls upon St. Monica’s example and intercession to provide hope and healing for those bearing the cross of a loved one who is away from the Faith.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

The word ‘duty’ has an unpleasant connotation for many, calling to mind heavy burdens and endless to-do lists that never get done. And yet Catholic tradition speaks of fidelity to the ‘duties of our state in life’ as central to personal holiness. How can we reclaim the word ‘duty’ from anxiety, resentment, and stress, and bring it into the full joyful vision of life in Christ as women, mothers, and disciples?   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski as she interviews Fr. Paul Pearson. We've all heard sayings that express the sentiment Happy Mama - Happy Home. Have you considered how your mood as a Catholic mother affects the entire family? Cheerfulness is often the secret sauce of evangelizing those closest to you!   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

oin Dorothy Pilarski and Dr. Josephine Lombardi as they talk about the history of the memorial, its meaning and how moms can share this devotion with their families.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Heidi and Dorothy talk about how vices crop up in the transitions of motherhood, and how we can cultivate virtue in ourselves and our children that will help us lead happy, holy lives.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Fr Eric Mah speaks about how being a disciple and child of God, instead of doing something in particular, can allow us to draw others to Christ and thus accompany others on the spiritual journey.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy on Midday Moms as she talks to Barb Ernster about Our Lady of Fatima and what moms can learn from the apparitions and Our Lady of Fatima. Does Our Lady of Fatima have a message for modern day moms? You bet! Listen to this candid interview and you will be surprised an a number of levels. Trust.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski interview Gary Zimak and learn three secrets to Giving Up Worry for Lent! Gary Zimak is the author of eleven books, including the best-selling "Give Up Worry For Lent".   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy as she chats with Emily Jaminet about the Secrets of the Sacred Heart, and perhaps how this devotion does directly affect the vocation of motherhood. It's an inspiring interview!   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski in conversation with Enza to talk about a remarkable journey! This past year in 2021 Enza Rattenni lost 80 pounds and gained a new life! After suffering for a number of years with depression, anxiety and a variety of medical issues, she took a journey which has helped her integrate body, mind, spirit -- and in doing so she took the journey of Becoming a New Creature in Christ. This meetup is filled with hope and practical ideas, we sure do hope you will join us!   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy as she talks to Alex Jones is the CEO & Co-Founder of Hallow, a Catholic startup focused on prayer, meditation, music, bible, and sleep. The app launched just over two and a half years ago, but has grown rapidly and just crossed 1 million downloads, 20 million prayers completed, 35,000 five-star reviews, and is the #1 Catholic app in the world.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Do you have an exercise plan? Does it include an “exercise for a happy death”? Learn why St. John Bosco, known for his youthful joy and playfulness, led his boys through an exercise for a happy death. Be inspired to live more fully by preparing to die more freely. Morbid? Not at all. It's healthy, wholesome and holy. In this lively discussion with Fr. Mike Pace SDB you'll learn a variety of prayers and practices to help you prepare for a happy death.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Every mother has a unique prayer story, because God meets us where we are. He sees us at our most harried and vulnerable, and understands the challenges we face. He sees you, bleary eyed and in desperate need of a shower and coffee (not necessarily in that order), and still he thinks you are beautiful. Beloved. A saint in the making. Yes, it’s true.   Pick up a copy of "The Ave Prayer Book for Catholic Mothers" and use it to articulate the three little prayers every mother needs.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski and Teresa Hartnett as they talk about the powerful transforming time of the simple family meal. You won't want to miss this Midday Mom meetup where we talk about writing out a family mission statement too! There is more to this meetup than meets the eye!   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski and Susan Brinkman as they answer the question: Is Halloween for Catholics? As a Catholic mom, do you "celebrate" Halloween? Have you ever felt uneasy about celebrating Halloween? Or do you jump right in hook line and sinker? Is your house fully decorated with ghosts, goblins and witches? Are your children ready with all of their costumes? Or are you holding back? Learn about some of the mistakes Catholic Moms make... consider ways that Halloween can be redeemed.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy and Fr. Merkley and learn about the Rosary! In this reflection Fr. Merkley reviews the promises Our Blessed Mother gives to those who pray the Rosary.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Have you ever dreamt of a life where one of you was able to stay at home with the kids (or maybe even both of you)? Do you want to get some creative ideas on how to create income? How about getting out of the rat race and letting God take over? Meet this amazing couple that will teach you the importance of financial literacy.... Understand some basic skills for learning how to save, spend, invest and make money. Join Dorothy while she talks to this amazing couple about putting FAITH over Finance!    Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy and Anthony as they talk about this remarkable book. Ignatius Press has released a beautiful new hard cover book celebrating this magnificent saint. Thérèse of Lisieux is one of the most popular modern saints in the world, but the details of her life and spirituality are still not widely known and are somewhat of a mystery even to her devoted followers. This interview will help us enter into the universe of "the greatest saint of modern times" to discover the simplicity, yet depth of her daily life and of her relationships, both human and spiritual.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

St. Hildegard is an impressive member of the Communion of Saints: she was a mystic, composer, philosopher and writer... to name a few! Join Dorothy Pilarski and Michelle Sachs as they unpack this incredible woman, whose influence spans the both the Church and parts of the secular world, to see how we can look to her example and friendship on our own paths to holiness today.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski as she talks to Kendra Tierney about her new book! Kendra is a wife, a mother of ten children from newborn to teenager, and an enthusiastic amateur experimenter in the domestic arts. She writes the award-winning blog Catholic All Year, is a regular contributor to Blessed Is She Ministries, and is the voice of liturgical living at Endow Ministries. She is the author of The Catholic All Year Compendium and A Little Book about Confession for Children.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski while she talks to Jenifer Ramirez about her grief journey. They talk about: finding joy in the midst of suffering, understanding the difference between happiness and joy, and finally, how to draw closer to Christ when you suffer.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Family of Origin - We are all born into a family and our family of origin, that is the family that raises us, has a significant impact on our mental and physical health, on how interact with others (good and bad!) and on how we view the world. From the moment parents first hold their children, in fact even before this in the womb, parents influence their children. Join us to discover more on this most important topic.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Award winning author Josephine Nobisso stops by to chat with Dorothy about the importance of good Catholic children's books. Their conversation revolves around Josephine's book, "Portrait of the Son: A Tale of Love", a part of "The Theological Virtues Trilogy," a picture book series intended to present sound Catholic doctrine in allegorical, but not watered-down ways.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Allan Smith of Bishop Sheen Today stops by to discuss the wisdom of motherhood that can be found in Fulton Sheen's writings.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Is it possible that discipline can actually be a task that doesn’t have to take its toll on the family and its members? Can parents live in harmony with their children? Can they feel that they can both love and be in charge of their children at the same time? The answer to all of these is yes! This conversation with Teresa Hartnett will look at practical, proven and researched ways to help you discipline with love and guarantee positive results for parents/caregivers and children.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Dorothy gives a simple reflection on how Satan works using two oven mitts. Join her in praying the Rosary and gaining more freedom in Christ. To learn more about Dorothy visit her website at www.dorothypilarski.com   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski as she talks to Fr. Josh Lobo about a number of thought provoking topics. Fr. Josh gives a beautiful reflection on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. More than one tear was shed by moms listening to this touching episode.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Have you ever faced a seemingly unsurmountable obstacle to holiness? Join Dorothy as she interviews Heather King, and award winning writer will speak candidly about her struggle with alcoholism and her recovery.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy and Lara who discuss this sensitive question. Do I have another baby? For Lara, who had a remarkable and full career - the answer was yes. But things don’t always go as planned. Lara offers advice on how to follow your heart and to trust your desire to be a mother. She will discuss how she learned to put her vocation as a mother first and how she has found fulfillment and peace with having one child.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy Pilarski and Dr. Josephine Lombardi in talking about Dr. Lombardi's film called "The First Lady and Her Successors". You can watch the film "The First Lady and Her Successors" which is available to watch on demand, anytime at https://josephinelombardi.com/   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Join Dorothy and Teresa Tomeo, EWTN radio host, as they talk about Teresa's new book, Listening for God. Get inspired, refreshed and learn about several practical ideas to help you get closer to God.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Patti and Dorothy talk about the dangers of gossip, grumbling and complaining! Join us and learn easy ways to a new attitude, learn why complaining may be a habit, as well as the dangers of gossip, while discovering habits that will reap blessings.   V Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Anita Healy, a wife and mom of seven, joins Dorothy to discuss what it means to have a "Mothering Heart". With her oldest starting university and her youngest starting elementary, Anita shares her musings on life as a Catholic wife and mother in hopes of sharing the truth, beauty and goodness that comes with living out the vocation of motherhood.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Fr. Michael Pace presents the wonderful presentation life and spirituality of Mamma Margaret Occhiena, mother of St. John Bosco. Born into poverty, mother of two biological sons and one step-son, widowed at a young age, a woman of practical common sense and robust faith, she laid the foundation on which Don Bosco built.   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com 

Listen and learn some very practical, new and creative ways to beautify your home for Easter! If you enjoyed How to Beautify Your Home for Advent with Maja Nezic - you're going to LOVE this session as well. We were blessed to have Anita Healy to join us as well!   Visit us: Catholic Moms Group Dynamic Women of Faith   Follow us on Instagram  TikTok  YouTube  &  Facebook   Music: bensound.com