Charisms for Catholics

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, Jill Simons dives into how charisms—our spiritual gifts—fit into the lives of those who are retired or in their "golden years."
She explores the common mindset challenges that come with aging, such as the fear of not having much to offer or feeling like your days of meaningful contribution are behind you. Drawing from her experiences working with retirees, Jill encourages listeners to see this season as an opportunity for new spiritual gifts to emerge, especially in areas like intercession, wisdom, and discernment.
The episode also challenges younger listeners to value and create space for the wisdom of older generations within the Church. Whether you're discerning your charisms for the first time or wondering how your gifts may be changing, this conversation offers insight, encouragement, and practical ideas for living out your vocation at any age!
00:43 – Charisms in Retirement
02:46 – Discounting the Value for Older Adults
04:13 – Transitioning to a New Season
05:51 – Scarcity Mindset in Old Age
08:05 – Charisms That Grow With Age
09:47 – Valuing Intergenerational Wisdom
16:07 – Closing the Generational Gap
Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, Jill Simons challenges the common approach to the sacrament of Confirmation, especially in parishes where it's treated like a "Catholic graduation" for high schoolers.
Drawing on the historical context of Confirmation's timing and its shift over the years, Jill Simons argues for restoring Confirmation to its traditional place prior to First Communion and replacing the graduation-style milestone with charism discernment for teens. She discusses how this shift empowers young people to clearly understand their spiritual gifts and their role in building the Church.
The episode also introduces the Spirit Rising program, designed to guide teens and adults through charism discernment and help recapture the true intent behind Confirmation. If you want insight into forming engaged, mission-driven Catholic youth, this episode is a must-listen.
00:32 – The Case for Rethinking Confirmation
01:19 – Historical Reasons Confirmation Was Moved
02:15 – Confirmation as a Catholic Graduation?
03:08 – Why the Gifts of the Holy Spirit Should Come Earlier
04:31 – Charism Discernment as the Graduation Capstone
05:51 – The Clarity Charism Discernment Brings
07:03 – A Call to Detach Graduation Mentality from Confirmation
Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons explores the challenges many young adults face during vocational discernment, especially when called to marriage but still waiting for their vocation to materialize.
Drawing from her own experiences and the pitfalls of over-formalizing spiritual journeys, Jill Simons encourages listeners to embrace charism discernment as a practical, empowering way to find purpose and clarity in this transitional season. The episode offers actionable steps for identifying and testing one's charisms, highlighting how these spiritual gifts can bring meaning, direction, and even potential opportunities—regardless of where you are in your vocational journey.
You will discover how charisms are not only relevant for active churchgoers, but also serve as a unique, fruitful bridge for those feeling aimless or disconnected from their faith community!
00:29 – Embracing Authenticity Over Perfection
02:12 – The Young Adult "Waiting Room"
04:21 – Why Charism Discernment is Key
05:18 – The Difference Between Vocation and Charism Discernment
06:16 – Everyone Has Charisms—Yes, Even You
09:19 – How to Begin Charism Discernment
15:28 – You're Not in the Waiting Room—You're on Active Duty
Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

In this throwback episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons highlights the essential importance of simply showing up in our spiritual lives.
Drawing from personal anecdotes and wisdom passed down from her father, Jill emphasizes that the majority of the battle in living out our charisms is being present and intentionally bringing our spiritual gifts—and Jesus—into every situation. Whether you're just starting to discern your charisms or looking for the next step, this episode is a helpful reminder that combining the act of showing up, bringing Christ with you, and understanding your gifts leads to true transformation and effortless cooperation with the Holy Spirit.
We are also inviting you to submit questions for upcoming mailbag episodes, fostering a sense of community growth and shared learning!
00:01 - Taking a Break: February Update and Exciting New Projects  
01:01 - Welcome to Charisms for Catholics and Charism Discernment  
01:33 - Wrapping Up the Charisms Series: What's Next?  
02:25 - The Essential Lesson: Just Showing Up  
03:51 - How to Show Up With Your Charism  
06:29 - Combining Showing Up, Bringing Jesus, and Knowing Your Charisms  
09:41 - Announcing the First Mailbag Episode and How to Submit Questions
Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.

In this "From the Archives" episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons addresses the profound question: How do we come to love ourselves as Christ loves us, and thereby build a healthy identity?
Drawing from personal experiences and practical insights, Jill Simons explores the journey of understanding God's view of us through scripture, identifying areas where we struggle to internalize these truths, and using prayer, community, and even therapy to bridge the gap from head knowledge to heart acceptance.
Whether you're new or returning to the podcast, this episode offers hope, actionable steps, and encouragement to invest in your spiritual and emotional healing—making way for a more authentic embrace of your charisms and a stronger foundation in Christ!
00:36 – Why We're Sharing Archive Episodes This Month  
01:16 – Understanding and Discerning Charisms
02:03 – What God Really Says About You  
04:18 – The Roles of Prayer, Therapy, and Healing  
05:39 – A Personal Testimony on Healing Through Anointing 
07:34 – Integrating Therapy and Prayer as God-Given Gifts  
12:13 – Why a Faith-Based Therapist Matters for Identity Issues
Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.