Father Patrick Griffin, CM, is back on the podcast and this time, he's talking about angels. Father Patrick leads us through instances in the Bible in which we hear about angels, explains the significance of these encounters, and even gives examples of times he himself believes he has experienced angels.

Today, our host, Sister Liz Sjoberg, DC, sits down with her friend and housemate, Sister Cecilia West, DC, to explore a vocation shaped by simple beginnings, unexpected turns, and God’s persistent whisper.

Sister Cecilia shares her story of growing up in small-town Mississippi, discovering the Daughters of Charity through a series of quiet nudges, and spending more than two decades teaching preschoolers despite never wanting to become a teacher. Her path then led her into hospital ministry, where she found deep purpose accompanying people in psychiatric crisis and offering calm in chaos. She even notes some unexpected parallels between calming a classroom of three-year-olds and de-escalating emergency situations.

Throughout the episode, Sister Cecilia reflects on learning her gifts through others, trusting God one step at a time, and the power of small acts of love.

In this reflective episode, Sister Liz welcomes back Father Patrick McDevitt, C.M., now President and CEO of St. Luke Institute. Drawing from his decades as a Vincentian priest and counseling psychologist, Father Pat explores how healing, faith, and human wholeness are intertwined. Together, they unpack why true growth requires letting go of the fight, embracing pain as a teacher, and recognizing that God is already present in every moment of our lives. With stories of grace, vulnerability, and encounter, this episode invites listeners to see life not as a problem to be solved, but a mystery to be lived.

In this episode, Sister Elizabeth welcomes back Father Patrick Griffin, C.M., for a conversation on what it means for the Word of God to be “unchained.” Drawing deeply from St. Paul’s life, conversion, and captivity letters, Father Pat explores how Paul transforms the chains meant to silence him into instruments of proclamation.

Together, they trace Paul’s journey from persecutor to apostle, reflect on the meaning of suffering for the sake of the Gospel, and examine how Scripture continues to break through our modern-day limitations. Father Pat challenges listeners to reflect on where we allow the Word to be chained in our own lives and what it means to proclaim the Gospel fearlessly today.

Sister Elizabeth and Sister Liz are together this episode to welcome Matthew Terry, a man whose life story reveals how God can guide us in both ordinary and extraordinary ways. From a near-death experience as a child to a calling that took him from Chicago to China, Matt shares how faith, perseverance, and the Holy Spirit shaped his path as a teacher, husband, and storyteller.

Listen as he recounts how a simple encounter led him to his wife Pearl, how teaching English in China became a mission, and how moments of hardship revealed God’s grace and purpose. Matt also talks about transforming his journey into a film project, English Corner, created to touch hearts and bring others closer to God.

In this week's episode, Sister Elizabeth Greim, DC, is joined by fellow Daughter of Charity, Sister Chris Mura. You may remember Sister Chris from a couple of episodes in season 7, but this time, she's back to talk about her ministry of working with immigrants. Sister Chris was originally missioned to New York 16 years ago to work at a local hospital and help the Latino population in any way they may need. While the beginning was a bit unclear, Sister Chris managed to find a niche, becoming a medical interpreter at the hospital and helping the patients navigate the American health system. Listen to hear Sister Chris talk about the progress she's made in her 16 years and some of her favorite stories from along the way!

Welcome back to Season Eight of In the Company of Charity! To kick off the new season, Sister Liz Sjoberg is joined by Father Luis Romero, a Vincentian priest. Together, they dive into the inspiring life and legacy of St. Vincent de Paul, from his humble beginnings to his transformative ministry. They reflect on his conversion, his impact on the Church, and his call to serve the poor while also touching on how St. Vincent's teachings on affective and effective love continue to guide the Vincentian mission today. Whether you're discerning your vocation or seeking ways to make a difference, this heartfelt conversation will inspire you to ask, "What must be done?"

In the season finale, Sister Elizabeth Greim, DC, and Sister Liz Sjoberg, DC, reflect on a summer packed with ministry, travel, and mission. This episode, we talk about topics from youth service camps and retreats to deep diving into the early history of the Daughters of Charity in the U.S. You’ll hear about prison ministry at a game of capture the flag, the joy of walking with young people in discernment, and the legacy of Sister Eliza McDonough—the first seminary directress sent from Paris to Emmitsburg in the 1850s.