Charisms for Catholics

How effective would a company be where only about 5% of people knew their job description? Not very. And yet this is what we see in the Church right now - many people know they are a part of the Body of Christ but very few have a clear sense of what role they play - if they even realize they play a role at all. Charisms for Catholics helps you identify, value, and invest in where the Holy Spirit is moving in your life and to partner with Him to build the Church by embracing your specific role in the Body of Christ. Produced by Many Parts Ministries.

Charisms for Catholics is a religion podcast hosted by Jill Simons, with 195 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jill Simons hosts Charisms for Catholics, a religion show with 195 episodes published.

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  Episode #190

  Ep 190 - Helping Incarcerated People Discern their Charisms

  Aug 13, 202614 minS3

  In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, Jill Simons shares the story behind the new "Where the Spirit Is" resource, specially designed for prison ministry. Born from Jill's personal experiences and long-standing passion for charisms, this initiative aims to help incarcerated men and women discover their spiritual gifts and find purpose, even within prison walls. She discusses the challenges of creating an accessible, non-digital assessment tailored for the unique circumstances of incarceration, the desire to serve all denominations, and the hope that this tool will empower both prison ministers and those they serve. This episode will encourage you to spread the word, pray for prison ministry, and join the movement to bring the freedom of the Holy Spirit to those most in need! 01:32 - Personal Struggle and the Role of Charisms 02:57 - Inspiration for Prison Ministry Resources 05:15 - Challenges Creating Charism Resources for Prisons 06:47 - Designing Accessible, Paper-Based Assessments 09:02 - Distribution and Application Process 12:46 - The Resource "Where the Spirit Is" and Closing Reflections Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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  Episode #189

  Ep 189 - Comparing Every List of Charisms We Can Find

  Aug 6, 202634 minS3

  In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, Jill Simons dives deep into the many different lists of charisms or spiritual gifts used across Catholic ministries! Drawing on her experience at Many Parts Ministries, Jill compares and contrasts seven popular lists—including biblical sources, the Catherine of Siena Institute's Called and Gifted program, diocesan inventories, and charismatic renewal approaches—to highlight why certain gifts are included or combined, and how these choices shape our understanding of the Holy Spirit's work in the Church. Focusing on clarity and practical discernment, she encourages listeners to find the resources that serve them best, emphasizing that diversity in charism frameworks is both expected and valuable within the Body of Christ. Whether you're new to charism discernment or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode provides a thoughtful look at how different models can help you discover and live out your God-given gifts! 00:39 — Introduction to Charism Lists and Models 03:20 — Overview of Seven Popular Charism Lists 04:49 — Distinguishing Isaiah Gifts from Charisms 06:02 — Grouping of Charisms: Romans and Corinthians 10:25 — Comparison with Catherine of Siena Institute's 24 Charisms 12:13— Diocese of Cleveland's Parish-Focused Charism List 22:01— Digital Communications and Contemporary Charisms Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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  Episode #188

  Ep 188 - What to Do When You Have No Idea How to Test a Charism

  Jul 30, 202619 minS3

  In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons focuses on how Catholics can discern and test charisms—spiritual gifts—especially when they aren't sure how to do so. She discuses the unique challenge of testing "lifestyle" or "ways of being" charisms such as voluntary poverty and celibacy, which may not provide obvious external confirmation. She also discuses practical, approachable strategies, including using one's calendar to identify opportunities for discernment and offering upcoming life activities to the Holy Spirit for testing. Tune in to explore the importance of giving God space to move, attentiveness to His responses, and finding support through spiritual mentors when needed! 00:56 – Introducing the Challenge: How Do You Test a Charism You Don't Know How to Test? 01:38 – Hard-to-Test Charisms: Wisdom, Knowledge, Voluntary Poverty & Celibacy 03:15 – Fruits of Detachment: How Lifestyle Charisms Amplify Others 05:17 – Universal Guideline: Use Your Calendar for Discernment 06:45 – Trusting the Holy Spirit: Offering Upcoming Days for Testing 10:00 – The Key to Discernment: Pay Attention When Testing 13:03 – Real-Life Example: Discovering the Charism of Knowledge Over Lunch Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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  Episode #190

  Ep 187 - The Five Questions: What scope is God giving me for my mission?

  Jul 23, 202615 minS3

  In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," we delve into discerning the specific scope that God is inviting each person to embrace in their mission. We discuss the importance of finding both confidence and peace in understanding the unique area of influence entrusted by God, whether it be within a family, small group, parish, or even a broader platform. Tune in to explore the significance of naming and valuing one's current mission, the spiritual fruit of peace that flows from this clarity, and the variety of tools and resources available to assist us in this journey of discernment! 01:01 - The Fifth Essential Question—What Scope is God Giving You for Your Mission? 01:48 - Embracing Peace by Accepting Your God-Given Responsibilities 02:29 - Ground Rule—Bigger Scope Doesn't Mean More Importance 03:23 - The Holy Spirit's Desire to Move at Every Level of Influence 04:39 - Recognizing That Scope Is Not Static and May Change with Seasons 06:16 - The Value and Spiritual Significance of Small Scopes 11:56 - Peace and Joy Found in Accepting the Unique Scope of Your Mission Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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  Episode #185

  Ep 186 - The Five Questions: What is my Season in life?

  Jul 16, 202613 minS3

  In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," we focus on discerning one's current season in life as a key aspect of understanding how to live out one's calling and utilize spiritual gifts or charisms. One concept discussed is how different stages—such as childhood, young adulthood, marriage, religious life, or parenthood—shape both God's invitations and the opportunities available for ministry and service. We explore the importance of recognizing the practical realities of one's season and aligning expectations and commitments accordingly, rather than comparing oneself to the perceptions or opinions of others. Tune in to delve into personal discernment, self-awareness, and vocation-centered decision-making help clarify where the Holy Spirit is drawing each individual within their present circumstances! 00:46 — Introducing the Five Questions and Mission Clarity 01:41 — Seasons of Life and the Vocational Journey 02:55 — Varieties of Vocational Seasons: Marriage, Infertility, and Religious Life 03:35 — God's Call is Grounded in Reality 05:03 — Discerning Commitments According to Your Current Season 07:15 — Personal Story: Ministry, Motherhood, and Internal Discernment 10:23 — Prioritizing Vocation While Discerning Charisms and Commitments Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

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