Annie and Hailey welcome Dr. Irene Alexander, associate professor of moral theology at the University of Dallas, wife, and mother of six. Together they explore one of the most difficult questions in Catholic bioethics: what to do with the thousands of frozen embryos left behind by IVF. They also speak with compassion to the women
Pray the joyful mysteries of the Rosary with us. These meditations are written by moms for moms. Save this episode to help you pray the Holy Rosary more deeply and to unite your motherhood with the sublime motherhood of Mary, the Mother of God. Meditations from A Mother’s Rosary Guide
Why is it so hard for mothers to ask for help, and why do we feel embarrassed when we get it? In this episode, Annie and Hailey talk about the temptation to power through like martyrs, the guilt, pride, and perfectionism that keep us from reaching out and why God never meant motherhood to be
Mary’s Birthday and Our Lady of Sorrows This episode reflects on two closely connected Marian feast days in September: the Nativity of Mary and Our Lady of Sorrows. Annie Muller and Hailey Skinner explore why the Church celebrates Mary’s birth, how it points to the beginning of salvation history, and how her sorrows can comfort
Annie Muller and Hailey Skinner reflect on Mother Teresa’s life, her fierce trust in divine providence, and the way her witness reshaped how they understand motherhood, vocation, and mercy. They explore why Mother Teresa still matters now, especially for moms carrying the hidden, repetitive work of family life. We discuss Mother Teresa’s biography, the “call
This episode of Fiat in the Mess, Annie is joined by Mary for a special listener Q&A covering the honest, sometimes scary questions many of you have sent in about marriage and motherhood. Nothing was off-limits! Mary—one year into marriage and part of the Mighty Is Her Call team—opens up about the surprising anxiety she
In this episode, Annie and Hailey sit down for a story-time episode, sharing personal, funny, humbling, and sacred moments from their own motherhood journeys. Since the podcast is walking with Mary through her pregnancy this season, Annie and Hailey frame their stories in the joyful, sorrowful, luminous, and glorious mysteries of the Rosary, reminding listeners
This week Annie and Hailey welcome Fr. Thomas Esposito, a Cistercian monk at Our Lady of Dallas Abbey and longtime friend of Mighty Is Her Call, for a warm conversation about vocation, motherhood, and letting go. The conversation turns to one of this season’s central themes: how mothers help their children discern their vocations without
Annie and Hailey dive into the 5 ‘P’s of a Mother’s Rule of Life—a traditional Christian framework for ordering your vocation as a mother. Drawing from Holly Pierlot’s book A Mother’s Rule of Life: How to Bring Order to Your Home and Peace to Your Soul, they explore how this order can bring greater peace,
What does raising Catholic children take? And how can we as mothers help them remain Catholic into adulthood — and pass the faith on to their own children? Lisa Popcak, author of more than 20 books on Catholic family life and co-host of More to Life on EWTN, joins Annie and Hailey to share the
Annie Muller and Hailey Skinner tackle one of the loudest conversations in the cultural zeitgeist right now: health maxxing, longevity obsession, and optimal health trends — and ask what faithful Catholic self care for moms actually looks like. From sleep trackers to sourdough guilt, from perimenopause to postpartum, they explore how moms in every season
Today is the Feast of the Visitation! Discover the profound lessons from the Feast of the Visitation, reflecting on Mary’s humility, Elizabeth’s reception of grace, and how we can embody these virtues in our motherhood and daily lives. In this episode: How St. John Paul II describes Mary’s faith and interior attitude during the Visitation
Spiritual warfare is real—and mothers are certainly no exception to the deceits of the devil. Annie and Hailey explore four common tactics the enemy uses to discourage mothers, offering spiritual insights and encouragement rooted in Scripture and Tradition. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, dissatisfied, or tempted to compare, these reflections aim to bolster your faith and
In this episode of Fiat in the Mess, Annie Muller and Hailey Skinner explore the profound role of the Christian home as a domestic church. They share insights, stories, and practical tips on how mothers can nurture prayer, sacrifice, hospitality, and joy within their families, turning everyday moments into sacred encounters with God. Key Topics:
Join Annie and Hailey as they further explore the profound vocation of motherhood. This week, they talk about mothers as the heart of the home, and how the feminine genius shapes our families and domestic churches. Discover how your virtues (and vices), prayer, and self-gift transform everyday life into a sacred act of service and
Join Annie and Hailey as they meditate on the profound spiritual significance of the events of Holy Week for mothers. Discover how Christ’s Passion during holy week parallels the struggles and joys of maternal life, offering deep hope and purpose—even and especially in labor. Reflect on the beauty and gift of femininity made clearer in
Join Annie and Hailey as they explore the profound themes of surrender, motherhood, and God’s invitation through the lens of the Annunciation. This episode is a heartfelt reflection on how everyday interruptions become opportunities to say “yes” to God, especially in the messy seasons of motherhood. Key Topics: The significance of the Feast of the
Annie and Kathryn are excited to introduce you to mother, athlete, and writer, Kelsey Gillespy. In this Season Two finale of the Mighty Is Her Call Podcast, Kelsey will share her journey of motherhood, particularly how she found the balance between self-gift and self-care. She will also share the ways the Lord revealed more about
Today, Annie and Kathryn welcome author, mother, and podcaster, Kimberly Cook. Kimberly grew up formed by the culture and the feminist narrative and did not see motherhood as a worthy life-calling. Now the mother of a large family, she tells us the beautiful story of how God changed her perspective and how her experience of
Annie and Kathryn are thrilled to introduce you to mother and author, Catherine Ruth Pakaluk, on today’s podcast. We know you will be inspired by Catherine’s story of “instant motherhood,” becoming a mom to six (grieving) children on her wedding day. She is now mother to 13 beautiful children, an economics professor at Catholic University
Today on the Mighty Is Her Call Podcast, Annie and Kathryn are very happy to introduce you to their dear friend, Emily Glicksman. Emily comes from a large family and imagined her family would look very similar to her family of origin, but as is often the case, God’s plans for her and her family