074. Discovering Joy and Faith with Maria Riley
Of Sound Mind and Spirit - Podcast for Catholic Women
Have you ever wondered how unexpected blessings can transform your life and lead you to your true purpose? In this episode of "Of Sound Mind and Spirit," we delve into the inspiring journey of Maria Riley, a Catholic wife, mom, and author, as she shares her story of trusting God's timing and discovering joy through faith. Whether you're seeking to strengthen your faith or navigate a challenging season, Maria's experiences offer valuable insights into finding joy and purpose, even in uncertainty. You will discover: 1. How Maria's book series, "Adventures with the Saints," aims to fill a gap in Catholic children's literature with stories of faith and life lessons. 2. The significance of recognizing and responding to the Holy Spirit's promptings in your life, leading to unexpected paths and growth. 3. Ways to cultivate joy and resilience through faith, even during life's most difficult times, with practical examples from Maria's life journey. Tune in to uncover how aligning with God's plans can bring joy and fulfillment to your everyday life. Discussion on Joy: Maria Riley talks about finding joy amidst life's challenges. What are some ways you've found joy in difficult times, or how do you aim to recognize joy in your everyday life? Maria Riley is a passionate Catholic author and speakerwho loves volunteering or playing board games when she’s not writing or mom-ing around with her four daughters. Her Catholic children’s chapter book series, Adventures with the Saints, has won awards and is endorsed by her bishop. Visit her at MariaRileyAuthor.com or on social media @mariarileyauthor. She and her family live in Kansas. **Find the full video of this episode on our YouTube channel and don’t forget to subscribe!** 🎥 Drop us a line, leave a review, or connect with us on social media. Your engagement means the world to us and helps shape future episodes!We'd love to hear from you! * Email us at soundmindandspirit@gmail.com Visit our webpage at Of Sound Mind and Spirit #CatholicAuthors #FaithJourney #OfSoundMindandSpirit #MariaRiley #AdventuresWithTheSaints #JoyfulLiving #TrustInGod