Charisms for Catholics

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, Jill Simons dives into week three of the December discernment series, guiding listeners through step 16 of the "Open Your Gifts" discernment process! This week focuses on the crucial role of humility in discovering and stewarding your charisms. Jill discusses the balance between recognizing your strengths and accepting the responsibility that comes with your gifts, emphasizing that charisms are more than talents—they are responsibilities to the Church community. Through relatable examples and reflections, she addresses common struggles with pride, identity, and the temptation to shrink from using your charisms. Listeners will be encouraged to view their gifts through the lens of service and responsibility, remain open to growth, and rely on God's guidance throughout the discernment process. Plus, Jill  gives a sneak peek at upcoming episodes featuring special guests and resources for growing in your identity and serving others! 00:28 - Using Advent as a Four-Week Discernment Cycle   02:36 - Step 16: Reflection on Humility in the Charism Process   04:04 - Thinking of Charisms as Responsibilities, Not Talents   06:23 - Navigating Identity and Humility in Discernment   08:13 - Facing Discomfort and the Call to Expand in Your Charisms   13:29 - Relying on God to Steward Your Charisms Well Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.  

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons shares her personal experience of trying to record during the busy December season and encourages listeners who may feel behind in their own discernment journeys! As the podcast enters the second week of its discernment process—and the second week of Advent—Jill dives into the "testing phase" of charism discernment. She explains how to practically test your potential spiritual gifts using everyday activities, and why feedback from these experiences is key to discernment. Listeners are guided on how to recognize whether a charism is meant to be central in this season of their lives and encouraged to set aside less-active gifts to focus on those most relevant right now. As the episode wraps, Jill teases an exciting new identity resource launching in January and encourages listeners to continue exploring their spiritual gifts and identity with upcoming shows and guest experts! 00:27 - Recording Challenges in December 01:06 - The Second Week of Charism Discernment: The Testing Phase  02:07 - Testing Charisms in Everyday Life 05:06 - Receiving Clear Feedback During the Testing Process   06:40 - Focusing on the Right Charisms for Your Current Season  08:35 - Primary vs. Secondary Charisms in Action  09:22 - Upcoming January Identity Resource  10:56 - Where to Start Your Charism Journey   Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.  

In this episode of "Charisms for Catholics," host Jill Simons kicks off the "Discern in December" challenge, guiding listeners through the first week of discerning their spiritual gifts, or charisms! She explains how this annual Advent journey helps Catholics identify how the Holy Spirit is already working in their lives and invites them to offer those gifts back to God. Jill walks through the practical steps of week one, from taking a spiritual gifts assessment to reflecting on identity, clarifying what you're seeking, exploring your history with each charism, and setting a discernment timeline. Whether you're participating in the December challenge or discerning at your own pace, this episode gives clear and approachable guidance for beginning the discernment process and getting connected with community support. 02:05 - Week One of Discernment: Laying the Foundation 07:18 - Understanding Your Identity and the Role of Lies & Truths 10:02 - Getting to Know Each Charism: Common Misunderstandings 13:07 - Historical Evidence: Filling Your Buckets for Discernment 15:22 - Commitment, Timelines, and the Rules of Discernment Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.  

Welcome to Charisms for Catholics! In today's special Thanksgiving-themed episode, host Jill Simons invites listeners to reflect on the power of gratitude—specifically, giving thanks for the charisms, or spiritual gifts, that the Holy Spirit has placed in our lives. Whether you're tuning in on Thanksgiving Day or any other time of year, Jill Simons shares practical ways to incorporate prayers of gratitude for your unique charisms into daily life, explains why this practice is so important, and encourages everyone to embrace a spirit of praise in their personal prayer routines. Plus, she shares exciting news about upcoming events, the Discern in December community challenge, and new tools available through Many Parts Ministries to help you discern and track your charisms. Join us for heartfelt encouragement and helpful tips on living with greater joy and stewardship of the gifts God has given you.

In this episode of Charisms for Catholics, host Jill Simons welcomes spiritual director Rose Folsom to explore how charisms—our unique spiritual gifts—can help us grow in virtue! Drawing from her own journey as a convert and her expertise in teaching the virtues, Rose shares practical wisdom on how humility intersects with the most common charisms, and how a deep prayer life empowers both discernment and growth. The discussion highlights real-life challenges, such as dealing with pride and burnout, and offers insights on balancing joy and virtue while stewarding our gifts. Listeners will also learn actionable steps for cultivating a Christ-like life, including a special free audio course on virtues to kickstart their journey. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking both spiritual fulfillment and practical guidance in using their gifts to build up the Church.   00:00 - Introducing the Intersection of Charisms and Virtue   01:52 - Rose Folsom's Journey Into Virtue and Charisms   04:52 - Addressing the Fear: Can Focusing on Charisms Hinder Virtue Growth?   07:04 - The Virtue of Humility and Its Misconceptions   09:38 - Matching Charisms to Virtues: Encouragement, Knowledge, and More   24:26 - Running Full Out in Your Charisms: Confidence, Prayer, and Discernment   Learn more about charisms and charism discernment at https://manypartsministries.com.