Beth and Jenna discuss Week 1 in the Lent devotional. Get your devotional right here!

  We're back with a very special episode and some *very* big news!  How are you entering into sabbath rest this Lent? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

This is a special episode with Beth Davis and Jenna Guizar where we chat all about the past year (what we can remember), how we're seeing the Lord move in new ways, and how we're preparing and planning for Advent. If you'd like to join us this Advent season, head right here to grab your devotional. What is Jesus asking of you this Advent? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).

 There is a growing, burning desire in my heart to live more radically for the Lord. To love Him more lavishly, to trust Him with everything, to be wildly obedient to His will. And this man, Fr. Innocent Montgomery, CFR, shows me how. On this very special episode of the Gathering Place podcast, I chat with Fr. Innocent about journeying into the desert with Jesus and his brothers, the annual pilgrimage that inspired our new Lenten devotional for men, Born of Fire. Only one more week to order Born of Fire, our women's Lenten devotional All She Had, or All You Have (for kids!), to get it in time for Ash Wednesday. This Lent, we want to pray with you, walk beside you, and become holy - together. ❤️ BD Resources Mentioned: Born of Fire Book What is Jesus asking of you this Lent? Will you walk with Him into the desert and give Him what He most desires, which is everything? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 We are wrapping up season 8 with lots of talk about silence! Father John Parks is back again to chat all about silence and why we need it to grow closer to the Lord. See you next season, gals Resources Mentioned: Personal Prayer: A Guide to Receiving the Father's Love Where will you cultivate silence in your life this week? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 Jenna went into labor on the day we were supposed to finish recording season 9 of the podcast, so Fr. John Parks came to the rescue! Our incredible spiritual advisor sat down for a chat about all things spiritual direction which of course means we ended up talking all about prayer (the best). If you've ever wondered about spiritual direction, been on the hunt for an ace spiritual director, or tried to start (or restart) a prayer routine, this episode is for you. Stay tuned next week for the last episode of this season of the Gathering Place with FP. Any guesses what S word we'll be talking about?? ❤️BD Resources Mentioned: The Master Beggar by Jessica Powers Father and I both tend to go into prayer with an agenda or intention only to find that the Lord isn't really interested in our plan for prayer. So we'd love to know, what's He been saying to you in prayer these days? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 This one is close to the heart for us. Jenna and I both suffered so much and so long with sexual sin and we want you to know that if you have too, you're not alone. That if you are struggling now, you are not alone. Whether it's in your past or in this moment, Jesus wants you to know that He is a Savior, Healer, and Deliverer. He came to save you. He wants to heal you. He will deliver you. We'd love to share our stories and pray that the grace of God washes over you on this week's episode of the Gathering Place. Watch over on Youtube or listen on your podcast app. Then share it with a friend? We can't wait for you both to come out of the darkness and step into His light right alongside us.Here's to healing and wholeness in Jesus' name, ❤️BD Resources Mentioned: Shame, Porn, and Spoonfuls of Grace Purification and Healing of Bad Memories According to Saint John of the Cross Real Humility // Healing from Pornography As long as this attachment remains, it is impossible to make progress in perfection, even though the imperfection be very small. It makes little difference whether a bird is tied by a thin thread or by a cord. Even if it is tied by a thread, the bird will be held bound… it will be impeded from flying as long as it does not break the thread. // St John of the Cross, Ascent of Mt. Carmel, Book One, 11.4. Blessed is She Resources/Blog Posts: Blessed Chats Pornography Addiction Resources Dating & Pornography Addiction Finding Freedom Additional Resources: Fight the New Drug Strive 21 Magdala Ministries How has Jesus healed and delivered you? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

All the love you're looking for can be found in that little white Host. Just in case you've never heard this, Jesus Himself is alive and present in the Most Holy Eucharist. Every Mass, He makes Himself truly present - Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity - to you, for you. He remains in the tabernacle after every Mass to be visited and consoled, to love and heal you. Go to Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. He is waiting to receive you there. Resources mentioned: Benny Hinn Clip Personal Prayer: A Guide to Receiving the Father's Love The Lamb's Supper The Truth About Catholicism Q&A with Fr. Parks Coffee & Communion What has deepened your belief in His True Presence? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there). {formbuilder:MTAxMjQ4}

 Feeling burnt out from all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season? Or maybe you're feeling spent from a long year lived at a fast pace. If you're hoping for a change with the flipping of the calendar page, we're got good news for you: you can live differently in 2022. You can enjoy your life, love your people, pray with more affection and devotion, and walk in peace and purpose. How? Let us introduce you to Sabbath rest. This week on the Gathering Place podcast, Jenna and Beth talk about learning how to rest well and how setting apart the Sabbath brings freedom. Join in the convo on youtube or listen on your favorite podcast app. Resources mentioned: Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith What brings you true, deep soul rest, friends? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 Permission to slow down granted. Have you been feeling the pressure to get it all done, figure it all out, do it all perfectly - even in prayer? You weren't made for stress and overly committed schedules, you were made for rest. And if you've been feeling exhausted, discouraged, or frazzled, consider this your sign to scale back all of the doing and learn to just be. Resources mentioned: Slow Down by Jonathan Ogden Tell us: how have you made room for more God and less of the go-go-go? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 Everyone suffers. Maybe you're hurting right now, maybe you've just come through a really tough time, or perhaps you want to support someone who's struggling. No matter your experience of suffering, there is hope and healing available right here, right now. Join us for an honest and vulnerable conversation about suffering as Jenna + Beth share how they're learning to trust God and receive His mysterious, amazing love right in the middle of it. Resources mentioned: The Selected Poetry of Jessica Powers How has suffering affected your life? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 It's time to chat about surrender again! Beth and Jenna are back to talk all about the secret sauce of surrender. Resources mentioned: The Selected Poetry of Jessica Powers What's one small way that you can practice surrender today ? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 Why is trust and surrender so hard? This week, Beth and Jenna chat about learning to trust the Lord and finding the joy and freedom in surrendering to His plan for our lives. Spoiler: He loves you and He knows what He's doing. Life with the Lord is an exciting ride, friends. Just throw your hands up in the air and enjoy the ride! It's all about surrender. Resources mentioned: Fly Theme Song Rise 2022 Retreat How can you practice surrender more in your life? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 We are back with season 8 of the Gathering Place Podcast! We are getting back to basics this time. This season is a simple season. The simpler our lives are, the more space there is for the Lord. We can't wait to hang with you! Resources mentioned: Luke 10 - Martha + Mary Luke 18 - Rich Young Man 40 weeks by Fr. Bill Watson The Tomb by Stephanie Landsem How to Make a Holy Hour How can you live simply this week? Share with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

  Season 8 of The Gathering Place is airing the week of Thanksgiving and this season is all about simplicity. In this special bonus episode, we sit down with Leana Bowler to talk all about And Hay Became Holy, Advent, and healing.   Resources mentioned: Advent Devotional // And Hay Became Holy Check Our All of Our Advent Products Here Jessica Powers Poetry Book   Who is ready for Advent? Share your excitement with us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there). Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half] SMALL GROUP STUDIES We invite you to share your heart with other women using our Blessed Conversations small group studies. They're beautifully accessible and thought provoking, perfect for a small or large group. START YOUR STUDY

 It's the end of another season of the Gathering Place podcast and after chatting with the best guests and friends all about evangelization, we want to launch Y O U to go out and preach the Gospel to the whole world. The best part? You can do that right where you are. Being a missionary isn't for the few, it's the call and natural consequence of each and every baptized Christian. So let's flip the switch and activate a mission mindset. You are an ambassador for Christ. In your family and workplace, on campus or at the grocery store .You can share the Gospel in the most ordinary ways in your everyday life. Let’s start today!   Resources mentioned: Blessed Brunch Info Brunch Hostess Guide The Ministry of the Wild Goose The Living Water Series Bird Bingo Which episode was your fav this season? Share why and which one on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there).  Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]

 If you've been looking for Someone or Something worth dying for, you've come to the right place. The Gospel is worth it. Jesus gave everything for you to be with you forever and our response should look the same. Total surrender, complete gift of self, laying down our lives for Love. He is so worthy, friend. On this week on the Gathering Place podcast, join Jenna and Beth as they talk all things Jesus with special guest Michael Miller from UPPERROOM in Dallas. If you want to be inspired to radically follow Jesus both personally and in community, pull up a chair. Resources mentioned: Upperroom Youtube Master Plan of Evangelism Raising Powerful Jesus Followers How will you radically follow Jesus this week? Share with us how you met the Lord on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Take a listen below or over on iTunes (and give us a rating while you're over there). Words from this week’s episode: [one-half-first align="left"][/one-half-first] [one-half align="left"][/one-half]