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Come along with Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they embark on a spiritual journey, tracing the path of Jesus during His Passion. In this episode, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and find other Holy Week media from Pilgrim Center of Hope. Jewel for the Journey: "Keep your eyes on the crucifix, for Jesus without the cross is a man without a mission, and the cross without Jesus is a burden without a reliever." - Archbishop Fulton Sheen Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
In this special episode, Pilgrim Center of Hope's Media Coordinator, Angela Sealana, and Media Production Coordinator, Jason Nunez, share the latest updates to help you find hope in your daily pilgrimage of spiritual life. In this episode, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “If we are happy with the grace we have received, we want others to share it.” – Bl. James Alberione Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Join Mary Jane Fox on Journeys of Hope as she explores the beauty of God’s plan unveiled through our daily faith. Discover the transformative power of faithfulness and the compassionate heart of Christ. In this episode, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: "I would rather make mistakes in kindness and compassion than work miracles in unkindness and hardness." - St. Teresa of Calcutta Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a WEEK of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the noise and distractions of the world? If so, you are not alone. Join Mary Jane Fox as she explores how one of the Desert Saints, St. Anthony of the Desert, also known as St. Anthony the Great, can teach us valuable lessons on how to find peace and quiet in our modern world. In this episode, you will learn: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “The devil is afraid of us when we pray and make sacrifices and when we are humble and good.” St. Anthony of the Desert Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Angela Sealana and Jason Nunez share a special message as Pilgrim Center of Hope approaches five years of sharing stories that uplift and transform with Journeys of Hope. Learn how your support can help spread the message of faith, hope, and love across the globe. Discover how you can be a part of this inspiring mission. Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started.
Listening is a critical skill in relationships and in any environment where personal interactions are required. Join Mary Jane Fox and her special guest, Bishop Gary Janank, as they explore the importance and the art of listening. On today’s journey, we will discuss: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: "Listening to other people’s needs is listening to God. Noticing simple, natural beauty, hearing music, even confronting the challenge of pain and problems - that can all be listening to God too." - Peter Kreeft Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
How does the imagery of weddings deepen our understanding of God’s love, and how can we experience this love in every Mass? Join Angela Sealana on a spiritual pilgrimage that transcends time and tradition. Explore the profound connections between earthly unions and divine love. In this episode, you will learn: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “Blessed are those who have been called to the wedding feast of the Lamb.” (Revelation 19:9) Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by SPONSORING A MONTH of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Our journey today will take us to one of the largest and most important underground cemeteries in Rome, The Catacombs of St. Callixtus. They originated in about the middle of the second century. There are more than sixty catacombs in the city of Rome composed of miles of underground tunnels in which thousands of tombs are found. Currently, only 5 of them are open to the public. On today’s journey, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: "Cast your care upon God for you are His and He will not forget you. Do not think that He is leaving you alone, for that would be to wrong Him." - St. John of the Cross Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by SPONSORING A MONTH of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Do you want to hear their stories of faith, service, and joy? This week's Journeys of Hope introduces you to the staff members who work at Pilgrim Center of Hope. This is a special episode that celebrates the unity, and mission of Pilgrim Center of Hope, a ministry that has been reaching out to thousands of people through events, media outreach, and pilgrimages since 1993. On today’s journey, you’ll discover: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “Jesus said to them, “Cast the net over the right side of the boat and you will find something. So they cast it, and were not able to pull it in because of the number of fish.” (John 21:6) Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Our journey today will be a pilgrimage with a 17th-century bishop, spiritual director. and a Doctor of the Church. Join Angela Sealana as she shares some practical advice from this role model of faith, on how to live a devout life, and how his gentle and joyful spirit can help us grow closer to Christ. On today’s journey, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Do not look forward in fear to the changes of life; rather look to them with full hope as they arise.” – St. Francis de Sales We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Quezada, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Our journey today will include a dramatic story of a Palestinian Christian working for peace in Israel. His name is Elias Chacour, a three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee. Ordained as a priest of St. George Melkite Catholic Church in Ibillin, a small Arab village in the Galilee region near Nazareth where Christians and Muslims have lived together peacefully for hundreds of years. In this episode, you will learn: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Together we are stronger than the storm.” – Elias Chacour We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Quezada, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Do you ever wonder what God wants you to do with your life? Join Jason Nunez and his guest, Jeannette Santos, a certified Spiritual Director, as they discuss the topic of spiritual direction. Jeannette shares her insights as a spiritual director and explains how spiritual direction can help you find hope along your daily pilgrimage of life. In this episode, you will learn: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Stay with me Lord, to show me your will.” – St. Pio of Pietrelcina We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Quezada, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Are you looking for some peace? Almost everyone desires some sense of peace, but we usually look in the wrong places or don’t know where to go to find it. Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they guide you on a journey to discover what it means to be aware of God’s presence in our daily lives. We will focus on these points: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Walk with your feet on earth, but in your heart be in Heaven.” – St. John Bosco We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Quezada, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Join Jason Nunez and explore the richness and beauty of the Catholic faith through the lens of the Christmas Octave. During our time together, we will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” – St. Stephen We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in memory of Josias and Rebecca Villarreal, and in memory of John and Vera Martinez, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox, as they unpack the meaning and history of novenas, which are special prayers that are said for nine consecutive days. Praying Novenas can bring peace and joy regardless of the answer we have received; because of our faith and hope in prayer, the fruit is always peace and assurance God is with us. During this episode, you will discover: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “When we pray we speak to God; but when we read, God speaks to us.” – St. Jerome We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in memory of Josias and Rebecca Villarreal, and in memory of John and Vera Martinez, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
On our journey today, we will find hope along our daily pilgrimage of life and explore the topic of depression. A common and serious mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. Depression can make us feel hopeless, and isolated. But there is hope for those who suffer from depression, and we will learn how to find it from our guest today, Jeanette Santos. During this episode, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “Cling to God, and leave all the rest to Him: He will not let you perish. Your soul is very dear to Him, He wishes to save it.” – St Margaret Mary Alacoque We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in memory of Josias and Rebecca Villarreal, and in memory of John and Vera Martinez, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Why did God send his Mother to earth during Advent? Journey with St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin and learn: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “True faith in the incarnate Son of God is inseparable from self-giving, from membership in the community, from service, from reconciliation with others. The Son of God, by becoming flesh, summoned us to the revolution of tenderness.” – Pope Francis, #88 We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in memory of Josias and Rebecca Villarreal, and in memory of John and Vera Martinez, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Take a spiritual journey with us to Parroquia de la Sagrada Familia (Holy Family Parish) in Mexico City, Mexico, which holds the Shrine of Fr. Miguel Augustin Pro. This Jesuit martyr’s famous photograph shook Mexico; his arms outstretched for his execution by firing squad as he shouted, (Long Live Christ the King)! There is much more to this holy priest’s story that will inspire you; a comedian, musician, and creative Jesuit who suffered from physical and emotional trials, yet persevered to his heroic death into eternal life. __ __ Click here for photos, and a map view of this week's journey. Jewel for the Journey: “If life be harder, love makes it also stronger, and only this love, grounded on suffering, can carry the Cross of my Lord Jesus Christ.” – Bl. Miguel Pro We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in memory of Josias and Rebecca Villarreal, and in memory of John and Vera Martinez, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
How do you feel when you sing or listen to the music of the Mass? It can help us express our faith, emotions, and unity as the Body of Christ. Join Jason Nunez and his guests, composers of the Mass of Renewal and winners of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians New Mass Setting Competition in 2010, William Gokelman, and David Kauffman as they take us on a musical journey through the Mass of Renewal. On today’s journey, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “To sing is to pray twice.” – St. Augustine Click here to visit the official website for Good For The Soul Music. To book William Gokelman and David Kauffman, click here.
Our journey today will be a pilgrimage to Chicago, IL to the National Shrine of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. Mother Cabrini was the first American Citizen Saint and is the Universal Patron Saint of Immigrants. Guiding us along the way will be Angela Sealana and her guest, Fr. Ramil Fajardo, Rector of the Shrine. On today’s journey, you will: __ __ Click here for photos, and a map view of this week's journey. Jewel for the Journey: “Today, love must not be hidden… It must be living, active, and true!” – St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Featured Image courtesy of the National Shrine of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. All rights reserved.
You may have heard of First Fridays, but where did this concept come from? In a private revelation, Jesus asked St. Margaret Mary Alacoque to spread the practice of honoring his Sacred Heart through a First Fridays devotion. On this journey, we’ll talk with author and ‘media nun’ Sr. Anne Flanagan, FSP, about: __ __ Purchase Come To Me - Living The Nine First Fridays, by Sr. Anne Flanagan, FSP here. Connect with Sr. Anne Flanagan, FSP on Instagram. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2023 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Did you know that the Catholic Church has a process for canonizing a Saint? Join Mary Jane Fox and her guest, Sr. Julia Mary Darrenkamp, a Daughter of St. Paul, as they discuss what this process entails and how to get to know these role models of faith. During this episode, you will: __ __ Connect with Sr. Julia on Instagram. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Do not be afraid to be saints. Follow Jesus Christ who is the source of freedom and light. Be open to the Lord so that may lighten all your ways.” – Pope St. John Paul II Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2023 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
How do you explain a challenging subject like purgatory to children? In this episode Jason Nunez talks with Susan Tassone, “The Purgatory Lady” about her new children’s book, Susan explains how the book helps children understand and love the holy souls in purgatory, who are our friends and intercessors. She also gives us some tips and resources on how to pray for them and foster a devotion to them. On today’s journey, you will hear answers to questions like, __ __ Purchase from Pilgrim Center of Hope (7680 Joe Newton St, San Antonio, TX 78251) Monday through Friday, 8:30 am-5:30 pm. Call us at 210-521-3377 tel:12105213377. Price: $20.00, plus shipping and handling $3.95. While supplies last. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Let perpetual light shine upon them.” Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2023 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Our journey this week will be unique and special in many ways. Hear why Catholic Funerals are a part of the Church and our Faith. Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox on a spiritual journey to eternity! During this episode, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Take care of your body as if you were going to live forever, and take care of your soul as if you were going to die tomorrow.” – St. Augustine Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2023 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
What is meant by devotion to the Sacred Heart? Our inspirational journey with pilgrimage leader Mary Jane Fox will answer this question and more! On today’s journey, you will: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Do not let the past disturb you. Leave everything in the Sacred Heart of Jesus and begin again with joy.” – St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa)
Did you know that there is one place in the USA which is the site of a Marian apparition approved by the Church? Our journey today will be a pilgrimage to the shrine built on this site. Join Angela Sealana and her guest, Fr. Joseph Aytona, Rector of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion as they shine a light on this pilgrim destination. On today’s journey, you will: __ __ Click here for photos, and a map view of this week's journey. Jewel for the Journey: “Go and fear nothing, I will help you.” – Our Lady of Champion The National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion https://championshrine.org/ logo is used with permission. All rights reserved.
Our journey today will be a pilgrimage with St. Vincent de Paul and the Society that is named after this role model of faith. You may know his name, and perhaps have heard of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, but how much do you know about what he has contributed to the Church? ON TODAY’S JOURNEY, YOU WILL: __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. We are so grateful to this month’s sponsor, Deanna Villarreal, who made this podcast episode possible. Jewel for the Journey: “Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” – Matthew 25:40 Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate Featured Image includes the logo of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul; permission granted for use. All rights reserved.
Our journey today is with the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. Come along with Mary Jane Fox and her guests, members of this organization, Dennis Alvey, KGCHS, and Barbara Alvey, DGCHS. This papal order dates back to the time of the Crusades. It is the only lay institution of the Vatican State charged with the task of providing for the needs of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem and of all the activities and initiatives to support the Christian presence in the Holy Land. ON TODAY’S JOURNEY, YOU WILL: __ __ JEWEL FOR THE JOURNEY: “Making the Holy Land known means transmitting the ‘Fifth Gospel,’ that is, the historical environment and geographical area in which the Word of God was revealed and then made flesh in Jesus of Nazareth, for us and for our salvation.” - Pope Francis (Apostolic Palace on Jan. 17) Featured Image: Copyright Mathieu CHAINE Wikimedia Commons. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Our journey today will be a pilgrimage with a trailblazing woman saint, whom Pope Benedict XVI named a Doctor of the Church. She was a musician and composer, a theologian and mystic, an herbalist and healer, and a preacher and reformer in the High Middle Ages. Joining Angela Sealana is her guest, Jeanne O’Connell with St. Hildegard’s Cathedral of the Woods. ON TODAY’S JOURNEY, YOU WILL __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Official website https://www.cathedralofthewoods.com/ of St. Hildegard’s Cathedral of the Woods JEWEL FOR THE JOURNEY: “With nature’s help, humankind can set into creation all that is necessary and life-sustaining.” – St. Hildegard von Bingen Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate
Our journey today will be a pilgrimage with Mary, the Mother of Jesus, under her title Our Lady of Stono River. This Marian title is associated with the Stono Uprising which took place at Stono River, South Carolina in the U.S. on September 9, 1739. We will also discuss how Mary’s titles in many cultures is important for our faith, and advice on passing along our own cultural traditions to keep them alive. ON TODAY’S JOURNEY, YOU WILL __ __ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. We are so grateful to this month’s sponsor, Deanna Villarreal, who made this podcast episode possible. Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2023 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate Featured Image, mural created for the National Black Catholic Congress by Enzo Selvaggi, used with permission.
