In this episode Angela and Maria unpack the healing power of music and the importance of Praise as foundational to the integrated life God intended for us. In fact, the healing power of music is one of St. Hildegard's seven strategies for Optimal Health.

As one of the most prolific composers from the Middle Ages, St. Hildegard held "that beautiful music triggers a primordial memory deep within our souls, recalling the fatherland we lost, and causing us to sigh with lament".

In this conversation, we'll explore how music for St. Hildegard acts as a moral force, guiding the soul back toward harmony with God's Will.

“A Musical performance softens hard hearts, leads in the humor of reconciliation, and summons the Holy Spirit.”

~ St. Hildegard of Bingen

Key Takeaways:

1. The Enemy cannot sing because He has no JOY. Never stop singing!! You are a Praise of God’s Glory, sing through life, sing to Mary and sing to the Saints!
2. Holy Music is now scientifically proven to reduce depression & anxiety, stimulates creativity, increases heart health, reduces fatigue, boosts exercise performance, improves sleep, learning and memory and helps with pain management.

Resources Mentioned:

• To connect with Maria you can find her on IG @mariaspears
• You can also learn about The Intentional Single: How to Thrive in the Space Between on IG: @theintentionalsingle
• To begin to dive into St. Hildegard's music please check out this incredible article, ⁠Adam's Voice Before the Fall: Music According to St. Hildegard⁠.

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Leanne is a certified FEMM fertility awareness instructor and hormone coach trained by the Fiat Institute. As the founder of RoseFem, she is on a mission to restore the heart of womanhood by equipping women with knowledge, community, and natural care that honors the dignity of the female body and God’s design for fertility.

With a background in nutritional science and molecular biology—and experience as a former Division I athlete—Leanne brings together scientific insight and a deep reverence for the unique beauty of the female body and vocation. Through RoseFem, she walks alongside women to help them understand their cycles, support hormonal healing, and embrace a faith-filled approach to health that nurtures both body and soul.

“The union of body and soul is, in some way, particularly close in a woman’s body. She is “incarnated” in her body in a special way.... A contemplation of the female body can yield rich insights into the mission of women.” -Alice von Hildebrand

“Our body is a cenacle, a monstrance: through its crystal the world should see God.” -St. Gianna Molla

Key Takeaways:

What are some of the ways in which we are seeing the effects of disintegration particularly for women today?

• 46.9 million women aged 15–49 use hormonal contraception & 46% of those change their birth control due to dissatisfaction
• Only 30-40% of women are aware of their most fertile days and have an in-depth understanding of how their cycle influences conception
• Conditions like endometriosis and PCOS both affect at least 1 in 10 women, while up to 70% of PCOS cases go undiagnosed
• 1 in 3 births are C-section and since the early 1970s, the likelihood of a mother undergoing a cesarean in the United States has skyrocketed by 500%

Resources Mentioned:

• Leanne’s Free 7-Day Hormone Reset Course
• The RoseFem Newsletter: Re-writing the women’s health narrative
• Follow Leanne on Instagram
• Get in touch with Leanne

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Integrated Wholeness

03:19 The Genesis of RoseFem

08:58 The Impact of Collegiate Athletics on Women's Health

15:36 The Intersection of Faith and Health

20:55 Understanding the Female Cycle

25:12 The Role of Parents in Educating Daughters

32:03 The Need for Body Literacy in Women's Health

33:56 Understanding the Gift of Womanhood

35:39 The Need for Holistic Care in Women's Health

38:52 The Impact of Lifestyle Changes on Fertility

42:44 The Role of Chronic Stress in Women's Health

48:48 Embracing Natural Rhythms for Flourishing

57:41 Community and Interdependence in Women's Health

#FertilityAwareness #WomensHealth #RoseFem #IntegratedWholeness

#womenshealth #stress management #bodyliteracy #women's cycles #hormonalhealth

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In this enlightening conversation, Angela welcomes Dr. John Bergsma, Vice President of Biblical Theology of Mission at the Saint Paul Center, to not only discuss the significance of the Jubilee year, but also explore themes of hope, freedom, and the transformative power of God's love. Dr. Bergsma shares his personal journey from a Calvinist background to embracing the Catholic faith, emphasizing the importance of understanding sacred times and the role of repentance and reconciliation in experiencing true liberation. They also highlight the concept of interior royalty, encourage you to embrace your identity as beloved children of God, and share practical ways to live out of hope in everyday life.

Key Takeaways:

1. Dr. Bergsma emphasizes the importance of the Jubilee year as a time of hope and grace.
2. The concept of sacred time is foundational to understanding the Jubilee.
3. God's vision for humanity includes freedom, family, and fullness.
4. Interior royalty is a key aspect of our identity as children of God.
5. Suffering can be transformed into a sacrifice that brings us closer to God.
6. Repentance and reconciliation are central to experiencing the Jubilee.
7. The Lord's Prayer embodies the spirit of the Jubilee through forgiveness.
8. Many Catholics struggle with a distorted image of God as punitive rather than loving.
9. The Sacraments, indulgences, and pilgrimages are three ways we can live out hope in our lives.

Resources Mentioned:

• Jesus and the Jubilee: The Biblical Roots of the Year of God’s Favor” by Dr. John Bergsma
• Download the free Jubilee Companion Guide
• IG Handles: @stpaulcenter @emmausroadpublishing and @john.s.bergsma

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Dr. John Bergsma

01:39 Dr. Bergsma's Journey to Jubilee

08:22 Understanding the Jubilee Year

13:28 God's Vision for His Children

17:09 The Concept of Interior Royalty

23:58 The Power of Repentance and Reconciliation

30:34 Healing Through Confession

35:02 Understanding God's Goodness

36:09 The Spirituality of St. Josemaria Escriva

37:58 Understanding Divine Affiliation and Childhood in God

39:25 The Cross: Love vs. Wrath

42:01 Living Through the Holy Spirit

45:37 Royalty and Dignity in Our Faith

50:46 Embracing the Blessed Mother

53:37 The Jubilee Year: A Call to Freedom

59:28 Practical Steps for Living the Jubilee Year

01:05:38 Pilgrimage: A Journey of Faith

#JubileeYear #SpiritualRenewal #Freedom #CatholicFaith

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