In this episode, Annie and Rachael discuss the first part of a four-part series on restoration. This week, they discuss the first of the four primary relationships: relationship with God. They dive into the Fall of man, what it took from us, and what restoration of this relationship looks like, specifically within the healing journey.

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In this episode, Shelby and Rachael talk about the feminine genius: what it is, where it came from, and how it should be integrated into our lives as Catholic women. They pull directly from the source document it came from, Pope St. John Paul II’s “Letter to Women”, and go through the document paragraph by paragraph to discover what the feminine genius actually is.

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Read Pope St. John Paul II's "Letter to Women" here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/letters/1995/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_29061995_women.html

Read his Apostolic Letter, Mulieris Dignitatem, here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_letters/1988/documents/hf_jp-ii_apl_19880815_mulieris-dignitatem.html

Read his letter to Mrs. Gertrude Mongella here: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/letters/1995/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_19950526_mongella-pechino.html

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In this episode, Rachael and Annie tackle another big topic: OnlyFans. The two share their initial thoughts on the platform, talk about research on both the intake and participation of the site, and discuss charitable responses to our brothers and sisters who have bought into this falsity of our culture.

Magdala does not condone the participation and/or consumption of OnlyFans. Magdala also does not have any endorsement nor any opposition of the Daily Wire, its content, or its creators, including Matt Walsh.

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In this episode, Shelby and Paige—small group moderator—have an open conversation about the Crucifixtion. They discuss their own experiences of healing through the Passion of Christ, and talk about how impactful meditation of the Cross can be in time of loneliness, rejection, and discouragement.

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Paige Bell is a native of Hanover, PA, and holds a master's degree in speech therapy. Currently working as a full-time speech therapist for kids ages K-8, Paige has led five small groups (preparing for her sixth) during her years of volunteering as both a moderator and Magdala's alumnae group coordinator. You can learn more about Paige by watching her testimony here: https://youtu.be/esAhkdj_bgs?si=IVFTA8D0R83JTAGw

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In this episode, Rachael and Annie tackle the big question: Why *exactly* is masturbation wrong? In a society that praises masturbation as a form of health care, Rachael and Annie go through both the Catholic Church’s teachings on masturbation and sexual compulsions and the psychological effects it can have on our ability to love. This episode pulls no punches; please use discretion when listening.

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In this episode, Rachael shares some of her research into sexual compulsions, including the difference between obsession and suppression. She outlines what each relationship looks like, and offers advice on abandoning these behaviors and re-ordering ourselves back to a virtuous view of our bodies. This is a great episode to listen to following Rachael’s “Purity Culture” episode: Season 5, Episode 1.

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Sister Mary Caterina Vola is a sister of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George (FSGM) based in St. Louis, Missouri. She works within her community on staff development and formation, and ministers to religious and lay women struggling with sexual addiction. Sister Caterina was instrumental in the creation of Magdala’s Consecrated Life Supplement, which pairs with the Magdala small group curriculum and specifically serves women discerning or in religious life.

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In this episode, Rachael and Annie speak with Sister Mary Caterina Vola about the process, difficulties, and great beauty of discerning religious life in and after sexual addiction. The ladies share their own stories of discernment, and offer advice on discerning with an open heart and fighting the lie that you’re not worthy of being a Bride of Christ.

Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We’re so glad you’re here.

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Sister Mary Caterina Vola is a sister of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George (FSGM) based in St. Louis, Missouri. She works within her community on staff development and formation, and ministers to religious and lay women struggling with sexual addiction. Sister Caterina was instrumental in the creation of Magdala’s Consecrated Life Supplement, which pairs with the Magdala small group curriculum and specifically serves women discerning or in religious life.

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The Magdala Podcast is sponsored by The Catholic Theology Show: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicTheologyShow?si=BbO0jqohKzqn-FWj

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In this episode, Rachael and Annie talk about how we can form our consciences to place healthy boundaries on our relationships, especially romantic relationships. They also discuss how far is too far when it comes to emotional and physical chastity, and how we can best love the people God has placed in our lives.

Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We’re so glad you’re here.

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