About this episode

Father Dave discusses the inspiration of Saint Catherine of Siena with Joan Watson, focusing on her teachings and new book.

The Church celebrates Saint Catherine of Siena's feast day on April 29, and Father Dave welcomes Scripture teacher and veteran tour guide Joan Watson to discuss how this doctor of the Church can inspire us today. Joan is the pilgrim formation manager for Verso Ministries and the author of the new book " Coached by Saint Catherine: Lessons of Charity ."

People in this episode

Host: Fr. Dave Dwyer

Guest: Joan Watson

Topics covered

• Saint Catherine of Siena
• Christian inspiration
• Scripture teaching
• pilgrimage
• charity
• Catholic Church

Keywords

• Saint Catherine
• Joan Watson
• Christianity
• feast day
• charity
• Scripture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Verso Ministries

Books & works: Coached by Saint Catherine: Lessons of Charity

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