
A podcast moving beyond
everyday assumptions
of what it means to be Catholic
hosted by two Catholic Sisters.
September 22:
Nun Girl Summer
Sisters Colleen and Erin talk about “Nun Girl Summer,” why people seem to be interested in the lives that sisters lead, and share about their own summer adventures. Listen today!
September 8:
Creating a Welcoming Church
In our first episode of Season Nine, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Bishop John Stowe, OFM Conv., Bishop of the Diocese of Lexington. They discuss Bishop Stowe’s work and how he came to understand the needs of Lexington and Appalachia, the substantial change they are trying to make with the Laudato Si’ plan through the diocese, and the importance of creating a welcoming and inclusive church.
Listen today!
June 16: More Summer
Recs from the Sisters
In our final episode of season 8, Sisters Erin and Colleen once again share their recommendations for the summer! From books and podcasts to things to watch, the sisters talk about what they’re looking forward to this summer, and what you might enjoy too! Listen today!
“It puts a different spin on nuns having fun, and nuns getting down to business,”
Sister Colleen Gibson

About Our Hosts
Sister Colleen Gibson and Sister Erin McDonald are both Sisters of St. Joseph. Both are deeply committed to having honest conversations, sharing information about their lives as sisters, and standing for social justice. Learn more here.
Get In Touch
Have questions? Thoughts? Comments? Send them to us at beyondthehabitpod@gmail.com
Learn More About Sisters of St. Joseph
Find out more about the sisters of St. Joseph at the U.S. Federation of the Sisters of St. Joseph. You can also find out about Sister Erin’s congregation here and Sister Colleen’s congregation here.



