Lisa M. Hendey is the founder of Catholic Mom and a bestselling author of fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. Lisa's adult non-fiction titles have earned multiple Catholic Press Association awards, and her "Chime Travelers" fiction series is being read and studied in schools nationwide. A frequent television and radio guest, Lisa's writing has been featured in multiple print outlets, including National Catholic Register, Our Sunday Visitor, and Catholic Digest. Hendey speaks internationally on faith, family, and technology topics. Lisa's speaking venues have included the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress, the Convocation of Catholic Leaders, the Columbus Catholic Women's Conference, and the University of Dallas Ministry Conference. An Elizabeth Egan Journalism fellow, she has traveled worldwide with non-profit organizations to support their humanitarian missions. Lisa and Greg Hendey worship in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Sharing with equal parts lighthearted humor and openhearted realism, Lisa, a breast cancer survivor, desires to serve others and walk alongside them toward extraordinary grace and unexpected dreams.
Biography:
Lisa M. Hendey is the founder of CatholicMom.com and the bestselling author of multiple books for adults and children, including I’m a Saint in the Making, Jesus Every Day, Jesus Every Way, The Grace of Yes: Eight Virtues for Generous Living, The Catholic Mom’s Prayer Companion, and the “Chime Travelers” children’s fiction series that dynamically combines time travel and the lives of the saints.
Lisa was diagnosed with stage III Invasive Lobular Carcinoma in early 2023. Determined to face cancer with hope, determination, and gratitude, Lisa shares her path to wholeness through her writing and speaking, encouraging others to seek regular screening, adopt overall wellness strategies, and build a supportive community. For Lisa, cancer has been an open door to new opportunities, lifestyle changes, terrific friends, and unexpected blessings. Sharing with equal parts lighthearted humor and openhearted realism, Lisa desires to serve others and walk alongside them toward extraordinary grace and unexpected dreams.
Lisa has produced and hosted multiple television programs and podcasts. She currently serves as a Writer for the Chime Travelers television series and tours schools internationally, both in-person and virtually, speaking about literacy, storytelling, care for our natural world, and living with purpose. She has appeared on CNN, EWTN, CatholicTV, KNXT, and in the “Momnipotent” DVD series. She served for years as the technology contributor for EWTN’s SonRise Morning Show and has served as a regular family correspondent on Relevant Radio. Lisa’s writing has been published at a variety of online venues, and her articles have appeared in Catholic Digest, National Catholic Register, and Our Sunday Visitor.
Lisa travels internationally, giving workshops on living with gratitude, service, love, and hope. Selected as an Egan Journalism Fellow with Catholic Relief Services, Hendey has traveled, written, and spoken on behalf of non-profit organizations in Rwanda, the Philippines, India, Tanzania, Kenya, Australia, the Dominican Republic, and Colombia to support their humanitarian missions worldwide. Lisa’s speaking schedule has included the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress, Catholic Marketing Network, the University of Dallas Ministry Conference, the Midwest Family Conference, and the National Council of Catholic Women.
Lisa M. Hendey is available to speak to your group on faith, family, media, personal productivity, and healthy living topics. Lisa also conducts in-person and virtual author visits to schools to encourage children and to promote reading and writing.
A graduate of the University of Notre Dame (Bachelor's) and Vanderbilt University (Master's), Lisa Hendey resides in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles with her husband, Greg Hendey, M.D., Chair of Emergency Medicine at UCLA. Greg and Lisa are parents to two adult sons and are active parishioners at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Los Angeles.
Potential Speaking Topics:
Please note that Lisa creates unique talks for each engagement. The following are some of her recent topics, but Lisa is happy to work with your organization to tailor a topic specifically for your needs.
- I'm a Saint in the Making: Every Person's Call to Missionary Discipleship
- Jesus Every Day: Encountering the Sacred in the Everyday Divine
- Gratitude: A Pathway to Healing and Peace
- Hope: The Anchor of Our Faith
- The Grace of Yes: Eight Virtues for Generous Living
- The View from My Office Today: The New Evangelization and You
- The Sacred Balancing Act: Busy Lives and Family Spirituality
- Today's Missionary Disciple: Effective Online Evangelization
- Digital Priorities for Today's Catholic Organization
- Selfies and Souls: Nurturing the Domestic Church in the Digital Age
