Author: Beth Knobbe

Beth Knobbe is an author, speaker, and ministry professional based in Chicago. She earned a Master of Divinity Degree from Catholic Theological Union and serves as a Community Engagement Manager with Catholic Relief Services, engaging Catholics in living their faith in solidarity with the poor around the world. Beth is an avid traveler and is passionate about her vocation to the single life. Beth is the author of Party of One: Living Single with Faith, Purpose, and Passion (2011) and Finding My Voice: A Young Woman’s Perspective (2009).  Her personal blog can be found at www.bethknobbe.com.

Dating God: Live and Love in the Way of St. Francis

May 31, 2012November 27, 2023 Beth Knobbe

This week I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Dan Horan, O.F.M., author of Dating God: Live and Love in the Way of St. Francis and creator of the popular blog by the same title. I have a great fondness for the Franciscans! My grade school and high school are still operated by the Franciscan… Continue reading Dating God: Live and Love in the Way of St. Francis

Reflections on Recording the Audio Book

March 17, 2012August 16, 2020 Beth Knobbe

A mysterious package arrived this week from Franciscan Media (formerly St. Anthony Messenger Press). I’m always happy to receive a package in the mail, but until I tore it open, I had no idea what might be inside. Much to my delight, the box contained two complimentary copies of the audiobook of Party of One! … Continue reading Reflections on Recording the Audio Book

My Single Valentine

February 13, 2012August 16, 2020 Beth Knobbe

The closest I’ve ever come to celebrating a traditional Valentine’s Day was the year I had a crush on Dominick. We were in kindergarten. He gave me two pieces of gum, while everyone else got just one. Ah … the blissful days of innocent love. I don’t care to count the Valentine’s Days that have… Continue reading My Single Valentine

Party of One: Living Single with Faith, Purpose, and Passion

August 24, 2011August 16, 2020 Beth Knobbe

It has long been my dream to write a book that encourages Christians to discover joy and purpose in the single years. With the insights of many friends and the help of a great editorial team, I am excited to introduce Party of One: Living Single with Faith, Purpose, and Passion! Please join me in celebrating… Continue reading Party of One: Living Single with Faith, Purpose, and Passion

Filling the Emptiness

March 24, 2011March 24, 2011 Beth Knobbe

He has filled the hungry with good things, and sent the rich away empty. (Luke 1:53) I had such a wonderful time at the LA Congress this past weekend. Thanks to everyone who came to the workshop or stopped by the book signing table. Please continue to send feedback, questions, and comments. I’d love to hear… Continue reading Filling the Emptiness

Single Christian Ministers

March 22, 2011March 24, 2011 Beth Knobbe

An excellent post by Dan Horan, OFM on his blog "Dating God". Check it out! Vocation or Deficiency? Single Christian Ministers

Caffeine Free for 40 Days

March 8, 2011August 16, 2020 Beth Knobbe

Thanks to the fine staff over at U.S. Catholic magazine for the opportunity to be a guest blogger for the day! Check out my blog post on going cold-turkey without coffee for Lent. What are you giving-up or giving-over for Lent this year? Any lessons learned from a previous Lent?

Let the Party Begin!

February 11, 2011March 24, 2011 Beth Knobbe

I am excited to announce that this little project, known up until now as The Single Life, is finished and in the capable hands of editors and marketing directors. As of today, it also has a new title – Party of One: Living Single with Faith, Purpose, and Passion. Upon sharing the news, my mom… Continue reading Let the Party Begin!

The Vocation to be Single

December 8, 2010March 24, 2011 Beth Knobbe

Today I came across this great article from Christine Whelan over at BustedHalo.com that I thought was worth sharing. I also get this question quite often, “Can being single be a Vocation?” It’s a tough one to answer! For many of us “vocation” sounds so permanent, and not everyone who is single wants to be single forever. … Continue reading The Vocation to be Single

What Good Does It Do?

August 22, 2010March 24, 2011 Beth Knobbe

I got hit with a question that I wasn't expecting this morning. I was making small talk with a well-meaning parishoner as we were walking into Mass together, and he asked what was keeping me busy this summer. I told him that I’ve been working on a book about the spirituality of being single. And he… Continue reading What Good Does It Do?