Speaking

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I first took to the stage at age 5 as a rabbit/tree/moon in a local production of The Velveteen Rabbit, and I haven’t stopped since. Even though I’m an introvert, I love a good story and I know how to tell one.

I have spoken to retreats in the Austin area and have been a guest on several podcasts as well as The Jennifer Fulwiler Show on Sirius XM radio.

I’d love to talk to your group, too! Get in touch with me: faithfulnotsuccessful@gmail.com

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Media Clips

Lourdes Novena with Fr. Edward Looney (Feb 5, 2021)

I discuss my forthcoming book, unanswered prayers, and the Order of Malta with Father Edward Looney of the Diocese of Green Bay.

His Beloved of Texas podcast, Episode 15 (Feb 4, 2021)

I spoke with Megan and Kendra about chasing the whispers of God in my life, from my reversion to Catholicism at age 25 to a missed opportunity in Minnesota, all the way through to our Lourdes healing. Listen on the episode webpage.

Catholic Phoenix podcast, Episode 94 (July 14, 2017)

My husband Todd and I spoke with Doug Connolly shortly after our Lourdes pilgrimage with Oscar, when we were just beginning to make sense of the graces we had received. Listen on the episode webpage.

Suggested Topics

  • Raising children with physical and intellectual disabilities, neurodiversity, giftedness, and twice-exceptionality (2E)
  • Strengthening a marriage that is struggling with the pressure of caregiving
  • Working with parishes to increase access to sacraments and ministry for members with disabilities
  • What the Church has to say about disability, healing, and the preferential option for the poor and vulnerable
  • Reversion to the Catholic faith (after 10 years away)
  • Radical abandonment to the will of God, and discernment in times of doubt
  • Talking about the faith with intellectually gifted children who question EVERYTHING
  • Visiting Lourdes, as both a pilgrim and a volunteer
  • The Order of Malta and its work in the United States today
  • Maintaining good relationships with friends and family who disagree with your approach to faith

Connect with me online

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