Dr. Pamela Patnode, OblSB is an international speaker who shares her experience as a wife, mother, Catholic author, educator, and Benedictine Oblate. She strives to inspire others to live their faith with passion and intention. Patnode holds a Doctorate in Education and a Master of Arts degree in Theology. She has served as a consultant and contributing author to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), she continues as an adjunct professor at The Saint Paul Seminary and also teaches in The Saint Paul Seminary Catechetical Institute. Most recently, Patnode served as the Director for the Catholic School Leadership graduate program at The Saint Paul Seminary.
Patnode’s newest book is due out in September 2026!
Beyond Burnout: Learning Balance From the Rule of St. Benedict. Published by OSV Books
Patnode speaks (in English and/or Spanish) at a variety of events including:
- National and international Catholic conferences
- Parish events
- Women's retreats
- Catholic schools
Recent presentations have taken place in London, England and more than a dozen states in the US.
Pamela has been a guest of EWTN television and a regular guest of Relevant Radio.
Her books include:
- Beyond Burnout: Learning Balance From the Rule of St. Benedict (Published by OSV Books, 2026)
- Me Puede Enseñar? A Guide to Educating Hispanic/Latino Students in Catholic High Schools (Published by NCEA, 2021)
- Dare to LIVE Catholic: 5 Steps to Intentional, Faith-directed Living (Published by Philomena Press)
- The Confession of Grace (available in English and Spanish) Published by Philomena Press and featured on FORMED)
- A Communion of the Heart (available in English and Spanish) Published by Philomena Press
- 5 Steps to Successful Home Schooling: How to Add Faith and Focus to Your Home Education Program (available in English and Spanish) Published by Philomena Press
