Catholic Connection – July 5, 2021 – Hour 2
Best of “Catholic Connection” with Claire Culwell, Bishop Donald Hying, and Nicole Caruso.
Segment 1 – Survivor: An Abortion Survivor’s Surprising Story of Choosing Forgiveness and Finding Redemption
Raised in a loving home, Claire Culwell always knew she had been adopted and when she reached adulthood she decided to meet her birth mother. That’s when she got the shock of her life. Claire learned that she was a survivor of a botched abortion. Not only that, she had an unborn twin whose life was terminated that day. The story doesn’t end there. She joins us. (Originally aired May 20, 2021)
Claire Culwell shares her story in “Survivor: An Abortion Survivor’s Surprising Story of Choosing Forgiveness and Finding Redemption“
Segment 2 & 3 – Love Never Fails: Living the Catholic Faith in Our Daily Lives
“Having been a pastor of souls in a variety of settings—the suburbs, the inner city, the mission field, and the seminary—Bishop Hying has interacted with all kinds of people, and he has learned much about God’s purpose and action among us. In Love Never Fails, he provides readable and practical reflections to feed the Christian mind and heart with inspiration.” (Originally aired May 17, 2021)
Bishop Donald Hying is the bishop of Madison, WI. Ordained a priest in Milwaukee in 1989, he has served in various pastoral roles, including diocesan parishes, mission work in the Dominican Republic and Rector at Saint Francis de Sales Seminary in Milwaukee. He relishes his work with Saint Vincent de Paul Society, USCCB Sub-Committee for Aid to Easter Europe and National Association of Catholic Chaplains.
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Segment 4 – Worthy of Wearing: How Personal Style Expresses our Feminine Genius
“In this beautiful, first-of-its-kind book, Nicole guides you through the steps involved in cultivating your personal style that celebrates your unique genius, mission, and vocation and that’s reflective of a Catholic worldview. You’ll learn how to perceive and appreciate your self-worth by owning your own story and celebrating your unique inherent dignity.” (Originally aired June 1, 2021)
Nicole M. Caruso is a professional makeup artist and beauty consultant, former Beauty Editor of Verily Magazine, and homeschooling mother of 3. Nicole’s mission is to inspire women to invest in their self-worth with her movement #worthyofwearing. She wants women to live an integrated life where faith and style meet. On her website nicolemcaruso.com, she shares expert style and beauty advice, tips on healthy living, and reflections on marriage and motherhood.
The book: Worthy of Wearing: How Personal Style Expresses our Feminine Genius