In the Company of Charity
In the Company of Charity is a podcast by the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul. We'll be discussing the Catholic Church, society, and service to others through the lens of the spirit we've received from St. Vincent de Paul, the saint of charity. Join in the conversation by sending us your thoughts and questions at companyofcharity@gmail.com.
Tue, April 15, 2025
S7 E16: Taking Time for the Triduum
As we near the end of Lent, people begin to get excited about Easter. While the Easter season is certainly something to celebrate, many of us want to skip over Holy Week. But, Holy Week, specifically the Triduum, is important to the story Easter. On today's episode, Father Patrick Griffin, CM, explains why the Triduum is so vital and how we can take the time to appreciate these days.
Tue, April 08, 2025
S7 E15: Wrapping Up Lent
Lent is a season of quiet focus. We do challenges, we make sacrifices, and we pray more. But, what about after Lent is over? Today, Father Pat McDevitt, CM, joins us to talk about the "after." He tells us it shouldn't end with Easter. We should continue through the Easter season, into Ordinary Time, and for our whole lives.
Tue, March 25, 2025
S7 E14: Listening Through Lent
We're almost halfway through Lent and today, we're checking up with Sister Mary Ellen Thomas, DC. Sister Mary Ellen shares with us what makes this Lent different from all the others and how she's using it to get deeper in the presence of the Lord. Spoiler alert, it involves a lot of prayer and a lot of listening! Share with us how you are using this Lenten season to grow deeper in your own relationship with God.
Tue, March 11, 2025
S7 E13: Guided by Grace & Spiritual Direction
Today, we're joined by Sister Sharon Richardt, DC, to talk about the art of Spiritual Direction. Having a good spiritual director can help you with more than just your spiritual life and can help to guide you toward God's call for you! We talk about tools that Sister Sharon uses and more!
Tue, February 25, 2025
S7 E12: How Addiction Hinders Relationships with God
**This episode contains talk of addiction, pornography, and problematic sexual behavior Today we're joined by Lauren Scharmer, a licensed clinical social worker who has a specialty in treating sexual addiction. We dive into not only sexual addiction, but other forms of addiction and how any form can hinder our relationships with not only others, but ourselves and God as well. Lauren offers helpful stats, history, and advice as well as reflection on these topics. Connect with Lauren: https:// www.laurenscharmerlcsw.com/ If you or anyone you know needs help, there are resources available. - Fight the New Drug: https://fightthenewdrug.org/ - Catholic in Recovery: https://catholicinrecovery.com/ - Covenant Eyes: https:// www.covenanteyes.com/ - Recognizing Rituals: https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxaPL0v9YD0&t=649s - Recovering Masculinity in a Pornified World: https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=PM2X9ATUJMA
Tue, February 11, 2025
S7 E11: Our Side Service Hustles
Welcome back to another cohost chat with your favorite podcast hosts, Sister Elizabeth & Sister Liz! This week, we're touching on our side hustles, our passion projects, our unofficial ministries...whatever you want to call them, we're talking about them! From prayer groups to anti-human trafficking work, Sister Elizabeth is keeping busy! We also get an update on Sister Liz's fifth marathon and the most recent discernment retreat.
Tue, January 28, 2025
S7 E10: Celebrating 400 Years of Vincentians
400 years ago, St. Vincent de Paul gave a world-changing sermon in France which formed into the Congregation of the Mission (or Vincentian priests). Today, one of our favorite Vincentian priests, Father Patrick Griffin, CM, is back to give us a little history on St. Vincent de Paul and how exactly he began forming all of the organizations that came after.
Tue, January 14, 2025
S7 E9: Elizabeth Ann Seton, America's Saint
Today, we're talking all things St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. With her feast day just having passed and the 50th anniversary of her canonization taking place this year, it's a special time to dig into her life and legacy. Becca Corbell from the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Maryland is helping us to do just that. From reflecting on St. Elizabeth's life to how her life has impacted others today, including Becca and Sister Liz, we note just how far spread St. Elizabeth's legacy has grown.
Tue, December 31, 2024
S7 E8: End of Year Retreat
We're at the end of 2024 and getting ready to welcome in the new year. As Daughters, December 31 is a day of retreat to spend time in silence with God, reflect on the year we've had, and prepare for what He's calling us to do in the coming year. In this podcast, Sister Mary Jo Stein talks about the importance of this day and how it helps her in the fresh year.
Tue, December 17, 2024
S7 E7: Waiting in Hope
We're in the midst of Advent, a season of waiting and a season a business. As we reflect on the season, we're asking ourselves how we're creating the space for Jesus to enter our lives more deeply. Today, our cohosts share a little on Advent, Christmas, and life in general as well as give a little peek into what to expect in the new year.
Mon, December 16, 2024
Christmas Novena Day 1
The Christmas Novena has been a tradition with the Daughters of Charity communities since 1720 when an Italian priest, Carlo Antonio Vachetta, arranged the music for it based on a novena that had been prayed in Italy for many centuries. Originally sung in Latin, the novena was translated to English in the United States around 1964.
Tue, December 03, 2024
S7 E6: Legacy of Service in Santa Barbara
For today's episode, we're headed back to Santa Barbara, California. Our guest, Sergey Salushchev, is the Archivist for St. Vincent's in Santa Barbara. He joins us today to give us a background on the Daughters' westward expansion into California and the history our services there. He highlights how the Sisters were able to adapt to the changes of the time and continue to provide for those most in need in new ways throughout the years there.
Tue, November 26, 2024
Bonus Episode: Receiving Graces Through the Miraculous Medal
When the Blessed Mother appeared to St. Catherine Laboure with the request to create the Miraculous Medal, Mary said that "anyone who wears the medal will receive great graces." Throughout the years since, many stories have been told of those who have received those graces. While living and serving in Taiwan, Sister Martin Dehlinger, DC, witnessed one of these events. This is her story.
Tue, November 19, 2024
S7 E5: Creative Solutions to Homelessness Beyond the Shelters
This episode, we're joined by Chuck Levesque, Director of Depaul USA, a national nonprofit organization inspired that addresses homelessness in innovative ways. Inspired by St. Vincent de Paul, Depaul USA has grown to 11 different cities, tackling the homelessness crisis in unique ways in each place according to the needs of the community. Want to learn more about Depaul USA? Check out their website and see how you could get involved: https://depaulusa.org/
Tue, November 05, 2024
S7 E4: Compassion on the Water: The Spiritual Impact of Mercy Ships
If you had the opportunity to leave everything behind and live on a ship to serve those in need, would you? Today's guest, Reanne Newquist, and her family did. The family of five left their lives in California to serve the sick in West Africa with Mercy Ships. For a year, they lived onboard the Africa Mercy Ship, a vessel docked in Senegal. Now, Reanne is sharing with us not only her story, but the mission of Mercy Ships and how they are working to serve those most in need. To learn more about Mercy Ships: www.mercyships.org/serve www.facebook.com/MercyShip s www.instagram.com/mercyships/ www.twitter.com/mercyships
Tue, October 22, 2024
S7 E3: Serving in Santa Barbara with Collaboration, Love, and Acceptance
Sister Rocio Briones, DC, has only been out of Seminary (novitiate) for six months, but she's already making an impact in Santa Barbara. Sister Rocio dove in headfirst at her first mission, working at the Father Virgil Cordano Center where they serve the homeless population, as well as on the St. Vincent Campus, where she has been working on an inter-generational program for the seniors and children to get to interact. On this podcast, we hear about all of these programs and ministries, their history, and how Sister Rocio fits into their stories.
Tue, October 08, 2024
S7 E2: Your Discernment Questions Answered
Today we're joined by our friend and vocation director, Sister Lisa Laguna, DC. She's answering some of our most frequently asked questions about religious discernment. From spiritual director vs. vocation director to family to social media, we covered it all!
Fri, September 27, 2024
S7 E1: How One Small Town Transformed into a Community
Happy Feast of St. Vincent de Paul! If you've been a listener for awhile, you know that means it's time for the new season to begin! Welcome to season SEVEN! To kick off the season, we have Sister Theresa Sullivan, DC. Sister Theresa is the Director of Daybreak, a ministry of Depaul USA, that operates as a day resource center for those experiencing homelessness in the area. Sister Theresa is the third director of Daybreak and our very own Sister Elizabeth Greim, DC, just so happens to have been the first. Between the two of them, we hear all about the founding of Daybreak and just how much it's grown since it's founding in 2011. Between adding new buildings and gaining the support of the whole community, it's clear there's been a lot of love poured into this ministry!
Tue, August 20, 2024
S6 E28: Season Finale
This week, we're chatting with our cohosts! We touch on our recent activities, our missions, where we've been finding Jesus, the history of the Daughters in the US, and more! You won't want to miss this final episode of season six.
Tue, August 06, 2024
S6 E27: Friendships in Community
How blessed it is to find a life-long friend! It can be even more special when that friend is also your Sister in Community. This week, we're joined by two Sisters who have found such a friendship within each other, Sister Ann Marie Butler, DC, and Sister Mary Beth Kubera, DC. They chat with us about how they met, how they became friends, and how they maintain such a close bond living far apart. They also discuss the realities of friendship within community and more!
Tue, July 23, 2024
S6 E26: Find Your Own Path to Holiness
Everyone's path to holiness is unique. The Lord calls us all to live in different ways and to give ourselves to him in our own way. Breanne DeMarco has discovered this throughout her life and now tries to help others on their paths. Today, she sits down with Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., to discuss the path that she's on and the lessons she has learned along the way. You can get in touch with Breanne at: victorybreanne@gmail.com
Tue, July 09, 2024
S6 E25: Cohosts Reunited
After being reunited for a Provincial Meeting, our cohosts are back on the podcast to recap the meeting and more! Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz chat about how they feel reenergized by the togetherness and enthusiasm of the meeting and what their key takeaways were. They also discuss their missions, both previous and upcoming, as some major changes are happening for one of them.
Tue, June 18, 2024
S6 E24: Barnabas's Chain Reaction
Father Patrick Griffin, CM, joins us again in part two of our feature on Barnabas. This time, we talk specifically about how his encouragement of Paul changed Paul into the man we know him as. From this, Paul wrote letters of encouragement to his followers, which we still read today!
Tue, June 11, 2024
S6 E23: Barnabas's Silent Impact
Repeat Episode: As we read the Acts of the Apostles and other parts of the Bible, we read about Barnabas. However, we never get any quotes from him. Who was Barnabas? How is someone who never speaks so influential to the Church? Father Patrick Griffin, CM, joins Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., to break down Barnabas's character and dive into who he was and the impact he made.
Tue, June 04, 2024
S6 E22: In the Company of John Michael Talbot
Today, Sister Liz Sjoberg is joined by Christian singer, songwriter, and author, John Michael Talbot. John Michael Talbot is also the founder of the monastic community known as the Brothers and Sisters of Charity. Today, he shares about his upbringing, what led him to Catholicism, and what good he is seeing in his community. He also shares his own recent conversion story and how it has impacted him ever since.
Tue, May 21, 2024
S6 E21: Our Time at Carville
This episode marks the end of our Carville series. To wrap up our feature on the National Leprosarium, we're joined again by Wendy Chin-Tanner (author of King of the Armadillos) and Walter Chin (Wendy's father and inspiration for her book), as well as Sister Loretto Gettemeier, Sister Ellen Kron, and Sister Mary Louise Stubbs. Each of the three Sisters has her own tie to Carville and each shares her stories of the Daughters of Charity who served there.
Tue, May 07, 2024
S6 E20: Building A Community in Carville
In this third episode of series on the National Leprosarium in Carville, Louisiana, we get to meet Walter Chin, the real king of the armadillos. Walter is Wendy Chin-Tanner's father who inspired her to write her book, King of the Armadillos. We also have Elizabeth Schexnyder, Archivist for the National Hansen's Disease Museum, back to join the father-daughter duo. In this episode, we talk about Walter's time at Carville and how the Daughters serving there shaped his nine years in residence as well as the rest of his life.
Tue, April 23, 2024
S6 E19: Preserving the History of Carville
Sister Elizabeth Greim is joined in part two of our series on the National Leprosarium in Carville, Louisiana by Wendy Chin-Tanner, author of King of the Armadillos and daughter of a former patient. The pair are joined this time by Scott Keefer, Archivist for the Daughters of Charity, Province of St. Louise, and Elizabeth Schexnyder, Archivist for the National Hansen's Disease Museum. The four discuss the history of the Leprosarium, what all still exists from the time of operation, and how these artifacts can help to destigmatize Hansen's disease. They also discuss the vital role the Daughters played not in running the hospital, but of saving the information for us to have still today.
Tue, April 09, 2024
S6 E18: King of the Armadillos
This episode is the first of a four-part series surrounding the National Leprosarium in Carville, Louisiana. The Daughters of Charity are tied to the facility by having lived and ministered there for over 100 years. Our guest today, Wendy Chin-Tanner, is tied to the facility by her father having lived and been treated there for 9 years. Wendy has written a historical fiction novel, titled King of the Armadillos, based loosely on her dad's experience. Today, we dive into the book, her dad's history, and the impact of the Daughters at Carville and set the scene for the other three episodes to come!
Tue, March 26, 2024
S6 E17: Cohosts Chatting About Holy Week
In today's cohost chat, Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz catch us up on their Lenten journeys, their lives, and the future. They talk about lessons they learned over the course of this Lenten season and how that will continue in their lives. And, if you enjoyed the Lenten series, be sure to stay tuned to the end to hear about a new series coming up around the corner!
Tue, March 12, 2024
S6 E16: Wrapping Up Our Lenten Series
In our final episode of our Lenten series with Father Patrick Griffin, we dig into Psalm 130. If you've missed any of our previous episode, be sure to check them out and join us in looking deeper into the Psalms of Lament!
Tue, March 05, 2024
S6 E15: Penitential Psalms
In this week's Lenten series, Father Patrick Griffin, CM, takes us to the penitential psalms, including Psalm 51. Daughters of Charity say Psalm 51 every week during morning prayer, so this episode gave us a whole new meaning to it!
Tue, February 27, 2024
S6 E14: Hello Darkness, My Old Friend
For the second week of Lent, we're joined again by Father Patrick Griffin, CM. Father Patrick continues his analysis of the Psalms of Lament with Psalm 88
Tue, February 20, 2024
S6 E13: Digging into the Psalms of Lament
This Lent, our friend Father Patrick Griffin, CM, is helping us to dig deeper into the Psalms, specifically the Psalms of Lament. Starting this week, Father analyzes the psalms and helps us to think about them in a potential new light.
Tue, February 13, 2024
S6 E12: How We're Preparing for Lent
Each year, as we enter into the Lenten season, we begin a time of special reflection. On this podcast, we share how both Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz plan to spend their Lent. Be sure to stay tuned to the end to find out who we will be having on the podcast throughout Lent to journey with us.
Tue, January 30, 2024
S6 E11: A Vincentian Pilgrimage
This episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., is joined by Sister Kara Davis, D.C. Sister Kara recently returned from the Vincentian Session at the Motherhouse in Paris, France. The session was designed for Sisters between 7-10 vocation and allowed them to meet others from around the world, pray at the Motherhouse, and visit important sites from St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac's lives. Sister Kara shares the highlights of the month-long experience and offers advice on how you can have your own pilgrimage without leaving your town.
Tue, January 16, 2024
S6 E10: Looking Back at World Youth Day
World Youth Day is an experience like no other. Seeing so many young people in one place, so proudly and energetically celebrating their faith is so very moving. Sister Jean Rhoads, DC, and Sister Carissa Kulpa, DC, both had the honor of attending in August in Lisbon, Portugal. On this podcast, they share about their experiences, both funny and moving, their favorite parts, and how the experience stays with them months later.
Tue, January 02, 2024
S6 E9: International Sisterhood
In our first episode of 2024, Sister Elizabeth is joined by Sister Tiblets from Ethiopia and Sister Alganesh from Eritrea. Together at the Motherhouse in Paris, the three talk about the internationality of the Daughters of Charity, formation, and more!
Tue, December 19, 2023
S6 E8: New Life in Advent
During this third week of Advent, Sister Mary Kay Tyrell, DC, joins the podcast to talk about the Gospel reading for the fourth Sunday of Advent. In this Gospel story, we hear about how the birth of Jesus came about. As a midwife, Sister Mary Kay has a unique vision on this particular Gospel and provides some of her own reflections.
Tue, December 12, 2023
S6 E7: Comfort in Advent
For week 2 of Advent, Sister Iliana Aponte, DC, chooses Sunday's Gospel to reflect on. She reflects on the need for comfort and the ways in which we can help to comfort those most in need this Advent.
Tue, December 05, 2023
S6 E6: Hope in Advent
We're officially in the first week of Advent! Throughout the season of Advent, we'll be talking to different Sisters about some of the Gospel readings of the week. This week, Sister Bella Davila reflects on Thursday's Gospel and about hope in her life, especially in Advent.
Tue, November 21, 2023
S6 E5: Chatting about our Triduum
It's that time of year again! No, we don't mean Thanksgiving or Advent. We mean the time of the Daughters of Charity Triduum. Our Triduum includes the Feast of the Miraculous Medal (November 27), Feast of St. Catherine Labouré (November 28), and the Anniversary of the Foundation of the Daughters of Charity (November 29). What a special three days! In today's podcast, our cohosts chat with each other about the Triduum and what's most special to them.
Tue, November 07, 2023
S6 E4: Providing Material & Spiritual Blessings to Those in Need
Sister Liz Sjoberg is joined today by Michelle, the President of Cross Catholic Outreach. Cross Catholic is an organization that helps with funding projects around the world run by Priests, Sisters, or Lay Catholic Missionaries. In 2022, they helped to serve in 36 countries, 263 projects, with over $300 million in aid. Listen as Michelle explains how she got involved and what exactly they're doing to serve the poor throughout the world.
Tue, October 24, 2023
S6 E3: The Joy of Community Life
Community life comes with many joys and challenges, including occasionally getting to live with your best friends! Sister Molly Smith, DC, and Sister Mary Rose DeDonato, DC, are two of those Daughters of Charity who have shared part of their lives with each other over the course of many years. On today's episode, Sister Molly and Sister Mary Rose shared stories from their time as Daughters of Charity and the joys they have experienced, together and apart.
Tue, October 10, 2023
S6 E2: Our Hopes for the Company
Today's episode is part of the series of interviews recorded at our Motherhouse in Paris, France. Sister Elizabeth Greim, DC, chats with two Nigerian Daughters of Charity, Sister Toyin Amoko and Sister Helen Ojuh. They discuss the universality of our charism, their vocation stories, and their hopes for the Daughters around the world!
Tue, September 26, 2023
S6 E1: Teachings of Our Founders
As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul, Sister Liz Sjoberg, DC, sits down with our very own Sister Marie Poole, DC. As the translator of many volumes of their writings, conferences, and letters, Sister Marie is an expert in St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac. Sister Marie tells us how she got started translating these important documents and how some of the lessons our founders shared in the 17th century can still be applied today.
Tue, July 18, 2023
S5 E22: Accompaniment as Formation
Today, we're getting to interview one of our favorite cohosts, Sister Elizabeth Greim, DC! Sister Elizabeth recently attended the Seminarium at our Motherhouse in Paris, where she was in the company of Daughters of Charity from all around the world who work with young Sisters (and Sisters-to-be) in formation. Sister Elizabeth shares some of the insightful bits of information she learned from the experience, including the importance of accompanying those in formation.
Tue, July 04, 2023
S5 E21: Preserving our History
Our lives and our history tells the story of the Company of the Daughters of Charity as a whole. It's important to preserve as much of that as we can. This is what Scott Keefer does in the Provincial Archives. Located in Emmitsburg, the archives holds so much history of the Daughters in the US. Scott joins the podcast today to tell us what is important to save, why it's important, and what is the most significant items in the collection.
Tue, June 20, 2023
S5 E20: Building Your Prayer Toolbox
Prayer is an important part of creating, strengthening, and maintaining a relationship with God. But sometimes, we all feel "stuck" in prayer. Father Adam MacDonald, SVD joins Sister Liz on the podcast today to chat about prayer. He emphasizes the importance of having a prayer toolbox from which you can pull and help to reenergize your prayer life. They also talk about the types of prayer they have found useful in different points in their lives.
Tue, June 06, 2023
S5 E19: Vocations in South India
One of the best parts of the Daughters of Charity is the internationality of the community! Sister Elizabeth Greim recently visited the Motherhouse with other Sisters from around the world. She sat down with Sisters Sibina and Sister Lucy from the Province of South India. Sisters Sibina and Lucy tell us about their own vocation stories, their ministries in India, and more!
Tue, May 23, 2023
S5 E18: From Cared For to Caring For
Sister Joyce Weller grew up in the care of Daughters of Charity. During her childhood, she learned to appreciate the charism of the Daughters and the Miraculous Medal. Once she joined the community, her appreciation only strengthened. Listen as Sister Joyce shares her story and things she's learned along the way.
Tue, May 09, 2023
S5 E17: Barnabas's Silent Impact
As we read the Acts of the Apostles and other parts of the Bible, we read about Barnabas. However, we never get any quotes from him. Who was Barnabas? How is someone who never speaks so influential to the Church? Father Patrick Griffin, CM, joins Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., to break down Barnabas's character and dive into who he was and the impact he made.
Tue, April 25, 2023
S5 E16: Enjoying the Full Easter Season
Easter isn't just one day, it's a full season and an experience. Sister Honora Remes, DC, joins us today to remind us of this. She and Sister Liz Sjoberg, DC, swap stories of their Easter seasons throughout the years and share how they have Easter experiences in unexpected moments.
Tue, April 11, 2023
S5 E15: Using Technology for Service
Today, Sister Elizabeth sits down with Nipun Mehta, the founder of ServiceSpace. ServiceSpace is a digital ecosystem run entirely by volunteers with the goal of igniting "the fundamental generosity in ourselves and others, creating both inner and outer transformation." They talk about the founding of ServiceSpace, how it inspires users like Sister Elizabeth, and how it can create kindness in the world.
Tue, March 28, 2023
S5 E14: With The Deacons Pod
Today, our hosts, Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz, are joined by the three hosts of The Deacons Pod, Deacon Tom Casey, Deacon Drew Dickson and Deacon Dennis Dolan. They talk about their lives as deacons and sisters, their ministries, and the lessons they've learned along the way. The Deacons Pod: https://paulist.org/deaconspod/
Tue, March 14, 2023
S5 E13: What are Vows?
Our vows are a fundamental part of being a Daughter of Charity. What are they and why are the so important? How do we prepare for them? What other traditions coincide with renewing our vows? Our cohosts, Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz, answer these questions and more!
Tue, February 28, 2023
S5 E12: Sister Bethany, FSP
Today, Sister Liz is joined by her longtime friend and Daughter of St. Paul, Sister Bethany. Sister Bethany tells us stories of her discernment and life as a Daughter of St. Paul, including her year living in Italy.
Tue, February 14, 2023
S5 E11: Caring for All Creation
"God is equally near in all creatures." This quote from the thirteenth-century mystic Meister Eckhart echoes in the books written by today's guest, Gayle Boss. Gayle shares her love for animals in her books, including All Creation Waits which tells of 25 animals waiting for Advent. She hopes her readers will see parallels of themselves in theses animals and will love and take action to protect God's creatures.
Tue, January 31, 2023
S5 E10: The Truth of Water in Ethiopia
On our last episode, we talked about International Project Services and the work they are doing around the world with water. This week, we sat down with someone who is directly impacted by that wok, Sister Felekech. Sister Felekech is a Daughter of Charity from Ethiopia. She talks about life before IPS's water project, when they would get water once a week, and how IPS's work has benefited their whole community.
Tue, January 17, 2023
S5 E9: International Project Services
International Project Services is an organization of the Daughters of Charity International founded "to assist Daughters of Charity in low-resourced countries carry out their mission of service to the poor." Sister Mary Louise Stubbs, DC, joins the podcast today to talk about the great works that IPS supports and the projects that are underway now.
Tue, January 03, 2023
S5 E8: A Charism of Charity
Happy 2023! As we enter into this new year, we take the time to reflect on the timelessness of the Vincentian Charism. It's a charism of charity, selflessness, and inclusion. During today's episode, Yazmine Cajuste, a very involved member of the Vincentian Family, chats with Sister Liz Sjoberg, DC, about how she began learning about the charism, what parts stand out the most to her, and how she remains involved.
Tue, December 20, 2022
S5 E7: Life on the Lord's Ranch
On today's episode, our cohost, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., chats with her friend, Ellen Hogarty. Ellen lives and ministers on The Lord's Ranch, an outreach center aiming to bring the joy of the gospel to the peripheries with the corporal and spiritual works of mercy. She shares with us what she does there and how she ended up on the ranch.
Tue, December 06, 2022
S5 E6: Life Parallels in Advent
Everyone experiences Advent differently. People even experience the season differently from year to year. On today's podcast, Sister Liz is joined by her longtime friend, Sarah Lee to discuss how she grew closer to Mary last Advent as she was expecting her own child. The friends continue to chat about more new mom experiences and how they can help to grow your faith life.
Tue, November 22, 2022
S5 E5: Our 100th Episode
We're celebrating our 100th episode of In the Company of Charity with a brand new cohost chat! Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz begin by discussing their favorite parts of making the podcast before diving into their most memorable episodes from the last four seasons. At the end of the episode, the pair explain some feast days that are important to Daughters of Charity around the world.
Tue, November 08, 2022
S5 E4: Using Song in Prayer
On today's episode, Sister Liz sits down with Francesca LaRosa, a Catholic singer-songwriter. Francesca focuses on writing word-for-word psalms and prayers in an effort to give people an alternate way to pray. Listen now to learn how she got to where she is and why her ministry is so important to her.
Tue, October 25, 2022
S5 E3: Living Generously in Community
Sister Lisa Laguna, DC, our vocation director from the Province of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, is back on the podcast! She's here to answer some more frequently asked questions about discernment including family acceptance, transitioning to religious life, and living in community.
Tue, October 11, 2022
S5 E2: Learning through Storytelling
Storytelling is such a huge part of many cultures and has been used to teach lessons for centuries. Wakanyi Hoffman knows the power of a story and is using her stories to make an impact on the world. Through her African Folktale Project, Wakanyi is shedding light on the current state of our environment all over the world in hopes to bring attention to the issues around which the Sustainable Development Goals are based. Listen to how her idea came to life on this week's episode!
Tue, September 27, 2022
S5 E1: Planting Seeds of Hope
Welcome to season FIVE! And Happy Feast of St. Vincent de Paul! We're celebrating these special occasions with Sister Anne Marie Lamoureux, DC. Sister Anne Marie is the visionary behind Seeds of Hope, a program at the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Maryland that brings those who may be struggling some comfort, physically, spiritually, and mentally. Sister Anne Marie talks about the program as well as what brought her to this point.
Tue, July 19, 2022
S4 E22: How are We Fighting for Social Justice?
Today, Sister Elizabeth is in the company of Rachel Moccia, the Director of the Office of Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation for the Daughters of Charity in the United States. Rachel fills us in on her job working to assist the Sisters who are advocating for and educating the public on major social justice issues--care of Earth, hunger, homelessness/insecure housing, human trafficking, migration, and racism.
Tue, July 05, 2022
S4 E21: Intersection of Pop Culture & Religion
Longtime friend of our host, Sister Liz, Mike Tenney is the host of the podcast, "Pop Culture Catechism," a podcast which ties our faith with elements of the culture that impact us and the world we live in. In this episode, the friends chat about music, prayer, discernment, and evangelization.
Tue, June 21, 2022
S4 E20: Helping Children Overcome Inequity
Today, Sister Liz is joined by Sister Kate McFall, a Daughter of Charity living in Macon Georgia. As a Kindergarten teacher, Sister Kate dedicates herself to improving the lives of her students. In this episode, she shares with us the joys and challenges of teaching, including those brought about by COVID and the inequities in our society.
Tue, June 07, 2022
S4 E19: Living Laudato Si
Pope Francis has called all of us to care for our common home in Laudato Si. How are we answering this call? Sister Mary Jo Stein and Sister Catherine France are both a part of our Care of Earth committee. In this episode, they provide examples of how they are living Laudato Si and offer suggestions on how you can start as well as reasons on why it's important to begin now.
Tue, May 24, 2022
S4 E18: My Resurrection Experience
Today, our cohosts focus on Lent and Sister Liz discusses what she refers to as her Resurrection experience.
Tue, May 10, 2022
S4 E17: Elizabeth Ann Seton Through Our Eyes
In part two of our conversation with Sister Betty Ann McNeil, she continues to dive into who St. Elizabeth Ann Seton was and some lessons we can learn from her.
Tue, April 26, 2022
S4 E16: From Betsy Bayley to Mother Seton; Who Was St. Elizabeth Ann Seton?
A lot of us know St. Elizabeth Ann Seton as the first American-born saint or the Foundress of the Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph's. But few of us know Mother Seton as intimately as Sister Betty Ann McNeil. In this episode, Sister Betty Ann gives us some insight into who Mother Seton was and how she lived her life.
Tue, April 12, 2022
S4 E15: Living our Ordinary Holiness
Host Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., catches up with friend and season 1 guest, Lauren Scharmer on this week's episode. The pair discuss the Lenten season, Lauren's new job and how she finds God in her work, and simply living in ordinary holiness.
Tue, March 29, 2022
S4 E14: Paris, Rome, and In Between
Sister Ann Mary Doughtery joins us on the podcast this week to tell us stories from her time as a Daughter of Charity. Beginning in Emmitsburg, Sister Ann Mary has worked in Utica, Cameroon, Paris, and now is at the Vincentian Curia in Rome! She is not short of stories to tell!
Tue, March 15, 2022
S4 E13: Housing the Homeless
In 2018, the Fuego volcano erupted in Guatemala, impacting the lives of thousands of residents. Some lost their belongings, their homes, their families, or even their lives. Daughters of Charity in the Province of Central America took action in the form of the Welcome Home project. They have successfully built more than 30 homes to house some of the families impacted by the eruption. Listen to this episode with Sister Francely Perez, D.C., to learn more!
Tue, March 01, 2022
S4 E12: Start Lent off Right
Our cohosts are back with another cohost chat! This episode, we're talking about ministries, Lent, and ideas for Lenten promises. And, don't forget to give us a call! We might feature you on an upcoming episode.
Tue, February 15, 2022
S4 E11: Working on Both Sides of the Border
In today's episode, we're joined by Father Louie Hotop, SJ, and Father Brian Strassburger, SJ, two recently ordained Jesuit priests working on the border in Brownsville, Texas. The pair discuss their unique experiences that led them to Brownsville and their plentiful ministries on both sides of the border, including hosting the Jesuit Border Podcast.
Tue, February 01, 2022
S4 E10: Sister Miriam James Heidland
In today's episode, Sister Liz sits down with Sister Miriam James Heidland, a former Division I athlete who had a radical conversion and joined the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity (SOLT) in 1998. Her story has been featured on EWTN’s The Journey Home, SEEK Conferences, Steubenville Conferences and other outlets. Sister Miriam holds a Master’s degree in Theology from the Augustine Institute and speaks extensively on the topics of conversion, authentic love, forgiveness and healing. She is also affiliated with the John Paul II Healing Center in leading healing retreats for priests and religious sisters across the nation. Sister Miriam’s podcast, Abiding Together, can be found on iTunes. Her books, Restore: A Guided Lent Journal and Loved As I Am can be found on Amazon. She tweets at @onegroovynun
Tue, January 18, 2022
S4 E9: Nicholas Black Elk's Journey to Sainthood
Nicholas Black Elk was a Native American who converted to Catholicism. Now, he is on the road to sainthood. In this episode, Sister Elizabeth sits down with Deacon Bill to discuss his life and his importance to Americans.
Tue, January 04, 2022
S4 E8: Learning About St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Who was St. Elizabeth Ann Seton? Many people know her as the first American-born saint. But she was much more than that. Lisa, an employee at the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Maryland, has done extensive research on her life and shares some of it with us today.
Tue, December 21, 2021
S4 E7: How Are We Preparing for Christmas?
The Christmas season can be such a joyful time. How are our cohosts preparing for Jesus' birth? They tell us all about it in today's episode.
Tue, December 07, 2021
S4 E6: Vocations in Albania
Today's guest, Sister Dafina Grabanica, D.C., is not a newcomer to the podcast after joining us in season one to talk about her vocation story. This time, Sister Dafina sits down with Sister Liz to chat about the current situation in Albania, her ministry there, and more!
Tue, November 23, 2021
S4 E5: How Did Joseph Pray?
In the second part of our conversations about St. Joseph, Father Pat Griffin, CM, dives into how Joseph would have prayed. We go into details on the Psalms, what they could have meant to Joseph, and how that can impact us and our prayer lives.
Tue, November 09, 2021
S4 E4: Who was Joseph?
We know a lot about Mary and Jesus, but what about the third member of the Holy Family: Joseph. As declared by Pope Francis, we are in the Year of Joseph. During this year, Father Patrick Griffin has spent an abundance of time reading, researching, and learning about St. Joseph. In today's podcast, he shares his findings with us.
Tue, October 26, 2021
S4 E3: Finding a Home at Hotel Dieu and a Passion at Meals on Wheels
Hotel Dieu and Meals on Wheels are two works of the Daughters of Charity, Province of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Today’s guest, Shirley, happens to have firsthand experience with both! Listen, as she explains the joys she has experienced in her life, including working in the home of Actor Jimmy Stewart after the death of his wife, the difficulty in finding good senior housing, the great service of Meals on Wheels, helping those who are less fortunate, and getting to know the Daughters of Charity.
Tue, October 12, 2021
S4 E2: What's Life Like as a Prepostulant?
What is it like to be a Prepostulant with the Daughters of Charity? Well, today, we chat with three of our Postulants to find out! Alex, Amanda, and Molly share their experiences, surprises, and favorite parts of living in community and serving alongside Daughters of Charity.
Tue, September 28, 2021
S4 E1: Spiritual Experiences in our Lives
Welcome to season 4 of In the Company of Charity! We're kicking off the new season with our co-hosts, Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz. The pair catch up with what they've been up to during our hiatus and some of the spiritual experiences they have had. They also hint at some of the exciting things we have coming up for this season!
Tue, August 10, 2021
S3 E24: Discernment FAQ, Part 2
In the final episode of season 3, we are joined by Sister Lisa Laguna, DC, Vocation Director for the Province of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Sister Lisa answers some questions that she gets asked the most by those who are discerning religious life. You can find part one of this topic in season 2, episode 7.
Tue, July 27, 2021
S3 E23: Connecting with Vincentians Across the World
This week's episode features a guest interviewer, Sister Salvatrice Murphy, DC! Sister Salvatrice is joined by Francine Soliunas, the Director of Mission Integration at Marillac St. Vincent Family Services, a sponsored work of the Daughters of Charity, Province of St. Louise in Chicago, Illinois. In her position, Francine has the privilege of teaching employees about the Daughters, our founders, and what it means to be Vincentian. Recently, she found a creative way to bring employees and Daughters of Charity around the world together to unite in their common work. The Sister to Sister video mentioned can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fM-cU6SEszE
Tue, July 13, 2021
S3 E22: Adjusting Teaching Styles
COVID has forced all of us to make adjustments, especially in the school system. Sister Margaret Ann Wooden, D.C., a first grade teacher at Mother Seton School in Emmitsburg, Maryland, shares what procedures her school put into place and how she adjusted to their new normal.
Tue, June 29, 2021
S3 E21: Cohost Catch Up
In this week's episode, Sister Liz and Sister Elizabeth spend time catching up with each other and catching you up on their lives, from the books they're reading to things they want to learn.
Tue, June 15, 2021
S3 E20: Ministering among the Homeless Population
This episode, Sister Honora Remes, D.C., joins our host Sister Elizabeth to talk about her ministry with the homeless in St. Louis. Sister Honora explains her role in their lives as well as the role they play in her own.
Tue, June 01, 2021
S3 E19: Sister Stephanie Baliga, The Running Nun
This week, Sister Liz is in the company of Sister Stephanie Baliga, "The Running Nun". We learn about how Sister Stephanie gained national media attention and how she uses her gift and hobby to raise awareness and funds for those in need in Chicago.
Tue, May 18, 2021
S3 E18: Helping Others Find God
In today's episode, Sister Liz is in the company of Gregory Lewis. Gregory has spent years using drugs, in gangs, and has been incarcerated multiple times. However, after meeting Sister Theresa Sullivan, a Daughter of Charity at Daybreak in Macon, Georgia, he has found God and is turning his life around. His story shows us that it's never too late to turn to God.
Tue, May 04, 2021
S3 E17: Living in Navajo Nation
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth is joined by three Daughters of Charity who live and serve in Tuba City, Arizona, a part of Navajo Nation. Sister Catherine France, Sister Mary Peter Diaz, and Sister Caridad Tatayon share about their ministries, particularly their ministry of presence.
Tue, April 20, 2021
S3 E16: Ministering in Alaska
Alaska is 1 of the 50 states, but sometimes it feels like a different country. In today's episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim chats with Sister Frances Vista about ministering as a Daughter of Charity in Anchorage and the joys and challenges that come along with it.
Tue, April 06, 2021
S3 E15: Society of St. Vincent de Paul
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim sits down to talk with Tim Williams, the National Director for Formation for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in the United States. He explains the origins of the Society, the purpose of the Society, and the good things each Conference (or Chapter) does for those in poverty.
Tue, March 23, 2021
S3 E14: Preparing for Vows
We're back with a new Cohost Chat episode! Today, Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz talk all things Daughters of Charity. They explain the structure of our Assemblies and how this year was different from every other year. Our hosts catch up about how they are preparing for their vow renewals on the Feast of the Annunciation and why renewing vows is so special to Daughters around the world.
Tue, March 09, 2021
S3 E13: Sisters of Charity Federation
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth chats with the director of the Sisters of Charity Federation, Sister Grace Hartzog. A member of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill, Sister Grace teaches us about the Sisters of Charity Federation, its history, and the hopes for its future.
Tue, February 23, 2021
S3 E12: Seth James deMoor: YouTuber, Runner, Man of Faith
In this episode, we are in the company of Youtuber and ultra-runner, Seth deMoor. He talks about growing in his faith life, his family, his running, and how they are all interconnected.
Tue, February 09, 2021
S3 E11: Community Life During COVID
In this episode, both of our hosts sit down with four of our senior Sisters living in our retirement facilities. These four Sisters describe how COVID impacted their daily lives, including the hardships and the joys.
Tue, January 26, 2021
S3 E10: Ministering during COVID
In this episode, Sister Liz is joined by sister-friend, Sister Salvatrice Murphy, to discuss how the pandemic has changed the way we minister to those most in need. Being a social worker working with mental health, Sister Salvatrice discusses how her job grew and gives some advice on taking care of yourself in order to best serve others.
Tue, January 12, 2021
S3 E9: Practicing Apostolic Reflection
What is Apostolic Reflection? In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim sits down with Sister Joanne Vasa to discuss the practice. Sister Joanne explains what it is, how to use it, and what Apostolic Refection can do for your life.
Tue, December 29, 2020
S3 E8: How Do You Pray?
In this episode, Sister Liz is joined by her friend, Father Brian Nolan, to discuss how to pray. Father Brian focuses on the importance of prioritizing Jesus and prayer in our every day life.
Tue, December 15, 2020
S3 E7: God in All Parts of Life
Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., chats with her coworker and friend, Anita Vasquez. The pair discuss Anita's faith life and how important it is in her relationship as well as her journey to citizenship.
Tue, December 01, 2020
S3 E6: Psychology and Jesus' Teachings
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., chats with her longtime friend, Widian Nicola. Over the course of their conversation, they dive into the psychology behind some of Jesus' teachings, what they really are telling us, and how we can use them in our lives.
Tue, November 17, 2020
S3 E5: Preparing for Special Times
In the first Cohost Chat of Season 3, Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz discuss their annual retreats and how they are preparing for upcoming special times, including Advent and our Triduum of Feasts.
Tue, November 03, 2020
S3 E4: Finding Your Faith-Filled Friends
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., sits down with two of her friends from college, both of whom joined other religious communities, the Sisters of Life and the Oblate Sisters of St. Francis de Sales. The group swap stories and share about how they found their seedlings of a vocation through the support of each other and their mentors at Mary Washington College (now the University of Mary Washington).
Tue, October 20, 2020
S3 E3: Making Big Changes, Little By Little
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim is joined by Sister Margaret O'Dwyer, the Daughters of Charity representative at the United Nations. Sister Margaret gives a "UN 101" and discusses how we can make an impact at the grassroots level as well as at the UN.
Tue, October 06, 2020
S3 E2: Entering A New Stage of Life
In this episode, our co-hosts are joined by some of our youngest and newest Sisters! Sister Kate McFall recently completed Seminary and has been sent on Mission to Macon, Georgia while Sisters Bella Davila and Carissa Kulpa have just become Daughters of Charity and entered the Seminary. They speak about the challenges and joys of entering new stages of life, particularly in the midst of a pandemic.
Tue, September 22, 2020
S3 E1: Worship Through Song
Welcome to Season 3 of In the Company of Charity! To kick off the new season, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., sits down with Sarah Kroger, a Catholic singer/songwriter. Among other things, the pair discuss how Sarah uses song in her prayer life and the ways that her songs have touched others.
Tue, August 11, 2020
S2 E26: Cohost Chat
In the final episode of season two, our hosts sit together to discuss life and tell stories from their ministries.
Tue, July 28, 2020
S2 E25: Childhood Hunger in America
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., sits down with Sister Catherine Brown, D.C., to chat about childhood hunger and the lifetime worth of problems it can cause.
Tue, July 14, 2020
S2 E24: God's Divine Providence
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., is in the company of Sister Jean Rhoads, D.C., vocation director for the Province of St. Louise. The pair chat about God's Divine Providence in her life and how one "yes" can lead to profound experiences.
Tue, June 30, 2020
S2 E23: Finding God through Running with Ultra Runner Sally McRae
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg is in the company of professional ultra runner, Sally McRae. Sally discusses how she has encountered God throughout her life, particularly how she finds his presence in running.
Tue, June 16, 2020
S2 E22: How a Community Stopped an Abortion Center in their Town
This week, Sister Elizabeth sits down with some of the people behind the Maximillian Kolbe Center for Life in Macon Georgia--Dr David Rowe and Ann Beall. They share their story about the foundation of the center and how, with a lot of work and a few miracles, they saved the town from the establishment of an abortion center.
Tue, June 02, 2020
S2 E21: Cohost Catch Up
This week, our cohosts sit down to catch up with each other during these crazy times! They discuss their new hobbies and activities and how their ministries have changed due to COVID-19.
Tue, May 19, 2020
S2 E20: Sitting Down with our Superior General
We are in the company of Father Tomaz Mavric, CM, Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission and the Daughters of Charity! He tells us how he got to be Superior General, the importance of the Vincentian Family in his eyes, and more!
Tue, May 05, 2020
S2 E19: Vincentian Family Around the World
In this episode, we are in the company of Father Gregory Gay, former Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians) and Daughters of Charity. He talks about the Vincentian Family and the joys of being a part of such a large, international family.
Tue, April 21, 2020
S2 E18: Vincentian Charism in the Digital Age
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth is in the company of Father John Freund, a Vincentian Priest responsible for the Vincentian Family website, famvin.org . The pair talk about everything from the beginnings of FamVin to where he sees the Family going in this digital age. VinFormation: www.vinformation.famvin.org
Tue, April 07, 2020
S2 E17: Cohost Chat Live
In this episode of In the Company of Charity, Sister Liz and Sister Elizabeth took to Facebook Live to chat about recent events in the Company. They talked about the passing of Superioress General, Sister Kathleen Appler, the renewal of our vows, and of course the coronavirus and its impact on our the lives of those around us.
Tue, March 31, 2020
S2 E16: Province in a Developing Nation
This week, Sister Elizabeth is in the company of Sister Franca Edet, a Daughter of Charity from the Province of Nigeria. Still a young province, the Province of Nigeria started as a foreign mission of the Province of Great Britain and Ireland. Sister Franca tells us how it is growing and what it was like to be one of the first sisters from Nigeria to join the new province. Video: https://vimeo.com/402261027 Province of Nigeria: http://www.daughtersofcharitynigeria.org/index.php
Tue, March 24, 2020
S2 E15: Short-Term Missions
This week, Sister Elizabeth is in the company of Sister Jean Maher, D.C., and Sister Sharon Horace, D.C., to discuss their individual experiences as missionaries. Both sisters have had more than one missionary experiences, all of which were relatively short. Hear what they have to say about short-term missions.
Tue, March 17, 2020
S2 E14: Three Missionary Experiences
In this episode, Sister Liz sits down with three sisters who have all had different missionary experiences to listen to their stories. Each sister tells of her time on a foreign mission and the challenges and benefits of it.
Tue, March 10, 2020
S2 E13: Development of a Missionary Province
This episode is the first episode of our Missionary March, a series in which you'll hear stories from Sisters who are or have been missionaries in various countries! In this episode, Sister Pat Beyrau, D.C., tells us all about her experience in Kenya--from the Archbishop allowing them to serve the poor to expanding the Daughters of Charity with new members! Vincentian Lay Missionaries (VLM): www.vlmusa.org
Tue, February 25, 2020
S2 E12: Faith & Mental Health
In this episode, Sister Liz is in the company of her old friend, Ed Rogers. Ed works in the counseling department at Baylor University and the two discuss how he believes faith and mental health go hand in hand.
Tue, February 11, 2020
S2 E11: A Ministry of Archeology
In this episode, Sister Liz is in the company of Sister Belinda Monahan, OSB. Sister Belinda shares her unique vocation story and discusses how her religious vocation matches up with her vocation as an archeologist.
Tue, January 28, 2020
S2 E10: Cohost Life Update
In this episode, Sister Liz and Sister Elizabeth catch us up on their lives and the recent happenings including a major goal that Sister Liz recently accomplished!
Tue, January 14, 2020
S2 E9: Human Trafficking Awareness Month
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. To aid in spreading this awareness, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., and cohost for the episode, Sister Salvatrice Murphy, D.C., sit down with Sister Melissa Camardo, SCL & Sister Joan Dawber, SC. Both members of the Sisters of Charity Federation, they work for Lifeway Network--an organization that helps victims of human trafficking. Learn more about human trafficking at these websites: - www.justfreedom.org - https://lifewaynetwork.org/ - http://www.usccb.org/about/anti-trafficking-program/human-trafficking.cfm Learn more about the Sisters of Charity Federation: www.sistersofcharityfederation.org
Tue, December 31, 2019
S2 E8: Ministries Changing with the Times
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim is joined by Sister Mary Bader, D.C., director of St. Ann's Center for Infants, Children, and Families. The two discuss St. Ann's Center and its long history, including how it has adapted to the needs of the community over time.
Tue, December 17, 2019
S2 E7: Your Discernment Questions
In this episode, Sister Liz sits down with Sister Lisa Laguna, D.C., to answer some of the most common questions about discernment.
Tue, December 03, 2019
S2 E6: This Special Time of Year
This episode is our first cohost chat of the season! Sister Liz and Sister Elizabeth sit down together to recap their Thanksgivings, talk about our company feasts, and discuss how they're making this Advent special!
Tue, November 19, 2019
S2 E5: World Meeting of Families
In this episode of In the Company of Charity, we go back to almost a year ago when Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz were at the Daughters of Charity Motherhouse in Paris. Sister Elizabeth chats with Sister Anne Neylon (Province of Ireland) about her experience at the World Meeting of Families in Dublin. Website: https://www.worldmeeting2018.ie/en/
Tue, November 05, 2019
S2 E4: Refugees of Today
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., is in the company of Trinh Truong. Trinh is a refugee after being resettled in the United States in 2001 at the age of 3. Throughout her life, she has learned her family's story which shapes the way she sees the world, the decisions she makes, and the life she lives as an adult.
Tue, October 22, 2019
S2 E3: Special Olympics
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., is in the company of Nancy, Michael, and Andrew Schmidt, all of whom are very active in the Special Olympics. Together, they chat about how the Special Olympics have impacted their family in so many positive ways and why others should consider getting involved.
Tue, October 08, 2019
S2 E2: Discerning Through U-Turns
In this episode, Sister Liz and Sister Elizabeth talk with Josephine (now Sister Josephine) Lomasney about her discernment, including her ups, downs, and u-turns.
Tue, September 24, 2019
S2 E1: Depaul International
To begin season two of "In the Company of Charity," Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., sits down with Mark McGreevy, Group Chief Executive of DePaul International. Together, they talk about the internationality of the Vincentian charism and how it's lived out in different ways all throughout the world. Depaul International: https://int.depaulcharity.org/home Homeless Alliance: https://vfhomelessalliance.org/c13h/
Tue, July 02, 2019
Episode 23: Where Do You See Jesus Daily?
In the final episode of In the Company of Charity season one, Sister Liz and Sister Elizabeth reflect on the season one journey. Together, they chat about how they see Jesus in the persons they encounter on a daily basis. Stay tuned for season two coming this fall!
Tue, June 18, 2019
Episode 22: Pilgrimage in Discernment
In this episode, Sister Kara Davis, D.C., shares stories of her experience with the Camino de Santiago (Way of St. James) pilgrimage, including the role it played in her discernment. She talks about the miracles of her pilgrimage and how the people she met along the way aided her throughout the journey and in her life beyond.
Tue, June 04, 2019
Episode 21: Development Around the World with International Project Services
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., is joined by Sister Mary Louise Stubbs, D.C., director of the Daughters of Charity International Project Services (IPS). The "crowdsourcing of religious life," IPS funds projects for Daughters in countries throughout the world who don't have the means to do it themselves. You can learn more about IPS and the projects currently being funded here at www.daughtersips.org .
Tue, May 21, 2019
Episode 20: Spiritual Direction
In this episode of In the Company of Charity, Sister Liz Sjoberg sits down with Sister Carmel Ryan from the Province of Ireland. Together, they discuss spiritual direction, what it can do for an individual, and how it differs from therapy.
Tue, May 07, 2019
Episode 19: The First Daughters
In this episode, Sister Salvatrice Murphy is in the company of Sister Teresa Daly. Together, they chat about the first Daughters of Charity, who they were, and how they shaped the company.
Tue, April 23, 2019
Episode 18: Cohost Chat
In this episode, cohosts Sister Elizabeth Greim and Sister Liz Sjoberg give you a behind the scenes glimpse of the makings of "In the Company of Charity" and give an update on the lives of some of our guests.
Tue, April 09, 2019
Episode 17: Immigration in America
In this episode, Sister Meggie Flores is in the company of Linda Rivas from Las Americas in El Paso. Together, they discuss immigration at our southern border as a human issue and from their firsthand experience working with this migrants. In the Vincentian Pulse, Sister Salvatrice Murphy reflects on xenophobia, how to overcome it, and the importance of welcoming the stranger.
Tue, March 26, 2019
Episode 16: Translation as Ministry
In this episode of our Sounds of the Motherhouse series, Sister Elizabeth Greim is in the company of Sister Judith Mausser, D.C., an English language translator at the Motherhouse in Paris. Sister Judith discusses translation as a ministry and the incredible joy that comes with living at working at the Motherhouse. The Vincentian Pulse features "Laudate Dominum" from evening prayer in the chapel.
Tue, March 19, 2019
Episode 15: Being Director General
In this episode of our Sounds of the Motherhouse series, Sister Liz Sjoberg sits down with Director General of the Daughters of Charity, Father Bernard Schoepfer, C.M, to talk about what his job means and how it is important to the Company. Stick around for the Vincentian Pulse where we hear Salve Regina sung from the Motherhouse Evening Prayers!
Tue, March 12, 2019
Episode 14: Discerning in Eastern Europe
In this episode of Sounds from the Motherhouse, Sister Liz is in the company of Sister Dafina Grabanica, a Daughter of Charity originally from Kosovo. Sister Dafina shares her vocation story and how it led her to the Motherhouse in Paris. In the Vincentian Pulse, you'll hear Daughters of Charity singing The Angelus as a part of their evening prayer in the Motherhouse chapel.
Tue, March 05, 2019
Episode 13: Religious Life in South Korea
This episode is the first episode in our "Sounds of the Motherhouse" series, a series of podcasts recorded during Sister Elizabeth & Sister Liz's trip to the Daughter of Charity Motherhouse in Paris. Our hosts are joined by Sister Martha Kim, a Daughter of Charity from South Korea, shares what it's like to be a part of the Catholic faith during this time in her home country. The Vincentian Pulse features Daughters of Charity singing the Magnificat in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal at the Motherhouse.
Tue, February 26, 2019
Episode 12: Organ Donations
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., is in the company of Linnea Ryer. Linnea talks about her role as a Family Support Specialist at Unyts, an Organ Procurement Organization and her role in saving lives. Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., uses the Vincentian Pulse to reflect on the legacy that St. Louise de Marillac left. Link to organ donation story mentioned in the episode: https://www.wgrz.com/mobile/video/news/heart-donation-part-2/71-d91f25b1-2e00-413c-af99-a8cedc454bb0
Tue, February 12, 2019
Episode 11: Puerto Rico & Hurricane Maria
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., is in the company of Sister Iliana Aponte, a Daughter of Charity originally from Puerto Rico. Sister Iliana talks about what life was like for her family in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria as well as what life was like for the Daughters of Charity living in Puerto Rico. As Spanish is Sister Iliana's first language, parts of her interview are in Spanish and translated to English using an interrupter.
Tue, January 29, 2019
Episode 10: Art in Ministry
In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., is in the company of Sister Ellen LaCapria, D.C., to talk about the ways in which art has been the constant in her different ministries. From teacher to nurse to hospital administer, art has been included every step of the way. In the Vincentian Pulse, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., talks about another Daughter of Charity who loved art--foundress, St. Louise de Marillac. See some of Sister Ellen's art on our Facebook page!
Tue, January 15, 2019
Episode 9: Ministering in the Congo
Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., is in company of Sister Mary Felice, D.C., a missionary Daughter of Charity serving in the Congo. Together, they talk about what it means to be a missionary sister, how Sister Mary ended up in the Congo, and how you can help! In the Vincentian Pulse, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., reflects on recent encyclicals.
Tue, January 01, 2019
Episode 8: Discernment 101
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., is in the company of Sister Lisa Laguna, D.C., vocation director for the Daughters of Charity, Province of the West. Sister Lisa gives an overview of discernment & what the process is like. In the Vincentian Pulse, Sister Georgina Severin, D.C., reflects on the New Year and the special traditions Daughters have to end the year!
Tue, December 18, 2018
Episode 7: Authentic Friendships
In this episode, Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., chats with youth minister, Lauren Scharmer, about authentic friendships. They discuss the purpose for our friendships and how to recognize an authentic friend. Sister Lisa Laguna, D.C., ends the episode by reflecting on the friendship of St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac, the two founders of the Daughters of Charity. To watch the music videos mentioned in this episode, visit https://called2.be/MusicVideos .
Tue, December 04, 2018
Episode 6: The Vincentian Charism
In this episode, Sister Georgina Severin, D.C., talks about what it means to be Vincentian with her coworker, David Romero. They discuss the Vincentian charism and how this is taught to and seen in lay individuals working alongside Daughters of Charity. In the Vincentian Pulse, Sister Denise LaRock, D.C., reflects on the beginning of Advent and how we can relate the history of the season to today's world. To learn more about the Vincentian charism, you can visit these sites: - Daughters of Charity Vocations: www.daughters-of- charity.com - DoC, Province of Los Altos Hills: www.daughtersofcharity.com - DoC, Province of St. Louise: www.daughtersofcharity.org - DoC, International: www.filles-de-la-charite.org - Vincentian Family: www.famvin.org - International Project Services: www.daughtersips.org
Tue, November 20, 2018
Episode 5: Discernment and Formation Over Time
In this episode, Sister Salvatrice Murphy, D.C., is joined by two members of her community, Sister Mary John Code, D.C., and Josephine Lomasney, a pre-postulant with the Daughters of Charity. Together, they discuss the ways in which discernment and formation have evolved over the years as well as what drew them to religious life and the Daughters of Charity, giving advice to those to follow. In the Vincentian Pulse, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., explains the three important upcoming feast days and what they mean to the community.
Tue, November 06, 2018
Episode 4: Working with Refugees, Part II
This episode is a continuation of the previous episode of In the Company of Charity. In this episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., continues her conversation with Jenn Cieslewitz-DiCaprio from the Mohawk Valley Resource Center for Refugees. The two go deeper into the impact that the center has on newly arrived refugees and themselves.
Tue, October 23, 2018
Episode 3: Working with Refugees
In this episode of "In the Company of Charity," Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., chats with her coworker at the Mohawk Valley Resource Center for Refugees, Jenn Cieslewitz-DiCaprio. The pair discuss the center, the refugees they assist, and the most impactful and surprising parts of their work. To learn more about the center, visit mvrcr.org . For questions or comments, email us at companyofcharity@gmail.com .
Tue, October 09, 2018
Episode 2: Vincentian Mission Corps
Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., talks with Bella Davila about her time in the Vincentian Mission Corps. They discuss Bella's placement at L'Arche and the challenges and joys it brought to her life and how it changed her outlook on "poverty." Listen to learn how you can find the same joys and challenges by working with the poor!
Tue, September 25, 2018
Episode 1: Hard Times
Your hosts Sister Elizabeth Greim, D.C., and Sister Liz Sjoberg, D.C., discuss the origins of the podcast, the history of the Daughters of Charity, and their own ministries. Special guest Sister Denise LaRock, D.C., shares her personal story and gives advice to those who may be going through hard times.
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