Dominican Sisters Open Mic
Openlight Media
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Join host Sr. Miriam, O.P. as she sits down with her Sisters to discuss all things Dominican. The podcast features conversations between the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, covering topics from zombie movies to St. Albert the Great's teachings on the Sacraments. Each Wednesday, listeners can enjoy the sisters' reflections on prayer, liturgy, and community life.
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Ep. 18: From Mother Angelica to Mother Teresa – A Reminder of Heaven (Mother Assumpta, O.P.) 27.05.2026 1h 5mThis episode features the Mother of all guests – literally! With over 76 years in the religious life, Mother Assumpta is a beloved figure for the Sisters. She was one of the four foundresses of the community in Ann Arbor, she served as prioress general, she helped start the Sisters of Life in New York, and she worked alongside both Mother Angelica and Mother Teresa...and that's just the beginning of her story. Tune into this conversation between Mother and Sr. Miriam to hear more about the life, lessons, and leadership of Mother Assumpta, O.P.Take the VirtuQuest SurveyJoin the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 17: A Life of Worship – What are Vows? Why do we take them? (Sr. Louis Marie, O.P.) 20.05.2026 53mDid you know that our Sisters take perpetual vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience? What does that even mean? Sr. Louis Marie joins Sr. Miriam to discuss why vows matter and how they factor into the joy of religious life...along with some reminiscing on their days in a band together. And yes, it was called Force of Habit.Read about Force of Habit in the Washington PostJoin the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 16: O Blessed Mother, We Pray to Thee – Miracle of the Rosary (Sr. Mary Samuel, O.P.) 13.05.2026 38mHow familiar are you with the Rosary? For some, you might be encountering this prayer for the first time through our podcast. Maybe others of you have prayed it every night since you were a child. Regardless of your familiarity, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their prayer life and devotion to Jesus through Mary. You'll hear Sr. Mary Samuel's vocation story, her childhood interactions with Elvis in Memphis, and insight, advice, and reflections on the prayer of the Rosary.Shop Sr. Mary Samuel's Rosary JournalListen to Elvis Sing Miracle of the RosaryJoin the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 15: Deep in the Heart of Siena – A Sister's Journey from Texas to Tuscany (Sr. Catherine Thomas) 06.05.2026 57mIn the wake of her feast day, this episode centers around the incredible life and witness of St. Catherine of Siena. Who better to tell the story than a Sister who chose her as a patron saint? Sr. Catherine Thomas, O.P. sits down with Sr. Miriam, O.P. to explain how this young, faithful girl became a Doctor of the Church, along with personal testimony to the impact of St. Catherine on her own vocation journey from growing up in Texas.Shop the St. Catherine of Siena KeychainJoin the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 14: The Word of the Lord – What makes Scripture Inspired Text? (Sr. Maria Veritas, O.P., Ph.D.) 29.04.2026 36mHave you ever wondered what makes the Bible so special? What sets it apart from other texts, and why can we trust that it is the inspired Word of God? In this conversation between Sr. Maria Veritas and Sr. Miriam, we learn the answer to these questions and many more, along with hearing about Sr. Maria Veritas' vocation journey – which includes a valedictorian speech at Harvard...in Latin.Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 13: Aliens? Chemistry? Science and the Search for Truth (Sr. Stephen Patrick, O.P., Ph.D.) 22.04.2026 45mAfter an in-depth look at her personal vocation story, Sr. Stephen Patrick, O.P., Ph.D. reflects with Sr. Miriam, O.P. about a wide range of science topics – from the possibility of alien life in the universe to the wonder of a single protein – all part of God's creation. Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 12: Should I be a Sister? The Call to Holiness and Discerning Vocations (Sr. Mercedes, O.P.) 15.04.2026 52mHave you ever thought about becoming a Sister or joining the priesthood? What is the difference between a vocation and a career? What is discernment? Our Vocations Director, Sr. Mercedes, sits down for a conversation with Sr. Miriam to discuss the most common questions she hears from young women interested in joining the community, share her own journey to becoming a Sister, and offer advice for young people – no matter where they feel God is calling them.Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 11: No Boring Days for Dominicans (Sr. Joseph Andrew, O.P.) 08.04.2026 55mOne of the four foundresses of the community, Sr. Joseph Andrew, takes a seat in the studio to speak with Sr. Miriam about her life story, her role in founding the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, and what she loves about being a Sister—no boring days! This wide-ranging conversation dives into topics for people who are just beginning their spiritual journey and devout Catholics who are looking to further develop a relationship with God. Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 10: Dear God, Show Me How to Love You More (Sr. John Dominic, O.P.) 28.03.2026 59mEARLY RELEASE (Holy Week)A foundress of the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist. Executive Director of Openlight Media. One of the leading figures in virtue education, Catholic social-emotional learning, and Catholic schools. Sr. John Dominic, O.P. (Alternate Host of Dominican Sisters Open Mic), sits down for this special episode with Sr. Miriam to discuss her incredible journey to becoming a Sister, her experience as an educator, and what she has discovered in developing virtue education materials alongside the first Catholic social-emotional learning program in existence.Take the VirtuQuest SurveyJoin the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 9: Journey to Priesthood (Fr. Seamus Kettner) 25.03.2026 49mFr. Seamus Kettner sits down with Sr. John Dominic, O.P. to discuss his path to priesthood, the "beauty of gradualness" in his life, and how the journey to his vocation—with a particularly beautiful moment at the Our Lady of Knock Shrine in Ireland—has shaped his life as a priest.Fr. Seamus on the 5 Spiritual Disciplines:PrayerScriptureFastingConfessionEucharistJoin the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 8: Spiritual Motherhood – A Mother's Heart in the Religious Life (Sr. Mary Dominic, O.P.) 18.03.2026 38mWhat does it mean to be a spiritual mother? How does the Blessed Mother guide our Sisters in their own spiritual maternity as they live out the consecrated life? Sr. Mary Dominic, O.P. discusses with Sr. Miriam, O.P. and explains how her journey to religious life involved examining her own desire for motherhood.Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 7: Science vs. Faith? How about both? (St. Albert Marie, O.P., Ph.D.) 11.03.2026 35mWe have another Doctor Sister on the show this week! Listen as Sr. Albert Marie, O.P., Ph.D. talks with Sr. Miriam, O.P. about her vocation story and how she was drawn to her patron, St. Albert the Great. The Sisters touch on one of the most pressing debates that pops up in the secular world – science or faith? With the help of St. Albert the Great, the Sisters explain how the two aren't even in competition with each other, with some bonus discussion about birdwatching and crochet class.Purchase "On the Body of the Lord"Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 6: I'm Not a Nerd – I'm a Dominican (Sr. Maria Frassati, O.P., Ph.D.) 04.03.2026 44mSr. Maria Frassati Jakupcak, O.P., Ph.D., assistant professor of English and Fellow of the Core at University of St. Thomas-Houston, walks through her journey to the Sisters of Mary, explains the life of her patron – St. Pier Giorgio Frassati, and weaves in tales and insights from her own life. You won't want to miss this humorous and insightful conversation between two Sisters.Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 5: The Prayer of the Church – Liturgy of the Hours (Sr. Peter Thomas, O.P.) 25.02.2026 32mOne of the foremost experts among our Sisters on liturgy and the Divine Office (or Liturgy of the Hours), Sr. Peter Thomas, sits down with Sr. Miriam to discuss the gift of these prayers, how it enhances the beauty of the Mass, and how you can introduce this ancient tradition into your daily life.Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 4: The Power of Marian Devotion, Pilgrimage, and Lourdes (Sr. Maria Rose Metzger, O.P.) 18.02.2026 40mSr. Maria Rose sits down for a talk with Sr. Miriam about Marian Devotion, what it means to take a pilgrimage, and tells some incredible stories about Lourdes miracles that you won't want to miss!Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 3: Life of Prayer (Sr. Mary Bethany, O.P.) 11.02.2026 47mSr. Mary Bethany joins the show to discuss building a life of prayer, her journey to religious life, and how you can build up a deeper relationship with God.Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 2: Zombie Movie to Religious Sister (Sr. Elizabeth John, O.P.) 04.02.2026 41mSr. Elizabeth John sits down with our primary host, Sr. Miriam, to discuss her conversion story. How did watching a zombie movie in high school make Sr. Elizabeth John realize that God must be real? How did she end up joining the Dominicans? Find out on this episode of Dominican Sisters Open Mic.Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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Ep. 1: Education and Neuroscience 28.01.2026 1h 13mOn the first episode of Dominican Sisters Open Mic, Sister John Dominic, O.P. sits down with Dr. Karen Villa and Dr. Brett Salkeld to discuss the intersection between education, neuroscience, and the Catholic faith.Join the Openlight Media Community:TikTokInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitter/XWebsiteDownload the Torch AppTeachers Pay TeachersPinterestLinktree
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