feminine-genius

Bookmark

Just this last weekend, I spoke to some lovely women in Maine, the wives of members of the Knights of Columbus who had their annual state convention at Sunday River (Newry). Beautiful -- it even snowed! Subsequently, a woman wrote to me to ask if there are recorded talks anywhere, but other than the talks given to the women in the TASTE program in Baltimore and some recent talks to the "Women of the Blessed Sacrament" in Los Angeles, I don't know of any recordings.

But, this Bookmark audiofile should give a good sense of my message, if you're looking for a good summer read or a speaker for Fall/2012. By then, my new book on forgiveness will be out, and a day-long retreat would be a wonderful way to renew your faith. Also, remember that the book about which Doug and I spoke has a free study guide, if you want to go through it with a book club or prayer group.

New book on the horizon

As a follow-up to The Authentic Catholic Woman, Servant will publish Set Free: The Authentic Catholic Woman's Guide to Forgiveness (due out October 23rd). Now would be a good time to set up a presentation on this important topic. I'd love to address your prayer group, book club, study circle or larger women's organizations. The topic works wonderfully as an all-day retreat (here is some feedback). Talks are appropriate for women from all walks of life, but the new book material is specifically geared for women who are suffering from the ravages of the sexual revolution. After speaking on the topic for 15 years, I've discovered that forgiveness -- which is foundational to our faith -- is often terribly misunderstood. This book is well-grounded, entirely Catholic and very, very practical. Let's share the healing message! 

Women's conference in Maine

I'll be taking part in Portland's Diocesan Women's Conference on Saturday, December 3rd. (Aren't they bold, planning a big event in December? Evidently Maine is not for the fainthearted!) I just saw the brochure, which looks lovely, and all the details show that they've planned a marvelous day. Registration begins at 9am, and they wrap up with the 4pm Vigil Mass with Bishop Malone. Details here (where you'll see they're also audacious enough to put a beautiful hot-house flower on the brochure, just to tantalise the women!)

Retreat in Ohio

Just a heads up that I'll be speaking in Perrysville, OH this coming Saturday, November 5th. Details here. There will be three talks and an opportunity for confession. If other women's groups would like to plan such an event, please contact me via gskineke [at] gmail. The presentation has been very well received around the country and can be tailored to your particular circumstances. There is work that only women can to do transform our culture, and it begins with your own little patch of the world. Be not afraid to clear the decks and get started. God will provide what is necessary!

Books and Boston

Two items, the first is primarily for homeschoolers (or anyone who loves good books for children). Do look into these textbooks which are marvelously done, thorough, attractive and solid. For grandparents, imagine the thrill of Christmas morning if these were unwrapped around the tree...! (Yes, I would have squealed with delight at an embarrassingly young age.)

And if you want to meet this nerd, I'll be at the SQPN CNMC MMX this weekend in Boston (wow, that certainly uses all those letters you're left with in Scrabble). The meet and greet is Friday from 6-8, right? Looking forward to seeing lots of people I've only known "cyberly" for years. Should be fun!

Last minute note

This Saturday, May 1st, I'll be at St. Theresa's Church, Rye Beach, NH for a woman's conference. It runs from 8:00 - 3:30 pm and there may still be room for more (last I heard it was filling up fast). Should be a great group of women -- perhaps you're available to join us!

Program note

Dr. Janet Smith is scheduled to talk to Christine Amanpour today (Wed, the 17th) at 3pm on the topic of the role of women in the Catholic Church. Prayers, and tune in (CNN) if you can.

Radio interview today

I'll be chatting with Ken Lampert at WDUN this evening on The Catholic Hour. It begins at 8:05 (EST) and I'll be the second half of the show, which concerns my upcoming appearance just north of Atlanta. Folks can stream it live here, and please know that, other than scheduling details, the overall discussion could just as well relate to most other talks that I give. You'll get the sense of my overarching message and how helpful it can be to women everywhere. (Not because it's mine, but because it's God's, of course.) Good stuff!

(BTW, a reminder that I'll be at St Thomas the Apostle in Sandyston, NJ on March 6th; call Lucy at 973-948-2250 to register.)

Relevant radio

I'll be on Relevant Radio for about 45 minutes beginning later this afternoon at 5:30. Mark Armstrong and I will be talking about rebuilding the culture through motherhood. If you don't get it in your area, it looks like you listen over the internet (as you prepare that transformative dinner!)

UPDATE: Half-way through hour three of the Drew Mariani Show.

Great white north

Headed to Toronto to do an interview for Salt and Light.