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Known as the Parable of the Lost Son, Lost Sons, the Prodigal Son, the Prodigal Father, the Father and his two Lost Sons, and the Running Father, Luke 15:11-32 has many layers for all bible-learners to uncover. We are joined by Angelo Kurbanali for a conversation covering the various messages behind these Bible verses based on their experience and studies.

Sr. Julia Walsh wrote an EXCEPTIONAL book on the Eucharist, Communion, brokenness you must read. In Catholicism, the Eucharist can be simplified into meaning the body of Christ present in the bread and wine. Yet, it also has the meaning of Thanksgiving. There's also the term of Holy Communion and idea of sacrifice all pointing to Jesus offering himself at the Last Supper and the cross.

In her book "For Love of the Broken Body: A Spiritual Memoir," Sister Julia expands our view of being part of the body of Christ, being fractured but still united in Christ, seeing one another as united to God, and seeing God present even through our suffering.

Julia Walsh is a Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration based in Wisconsin. A storyteller, poet, and community-builder, her ministry experience includes teaching, retreat facilitation, preaching, spiritual accompaniment, justice advocacy, and caring for people who are unhoused and incarcerated. Sister Julia is the author of two books including For Love of the Broken Body: A Spiritual Memoir and is the founder of Messy Jesus Business, a website and podcast that explores the messiness of modern Christianity. The author of numerous articles, her work has been featured on the BBC, Relevant Radio, U.S. Catholic, America, and National Catholic Reporter. In 2017 she received a Master’s in Pastoral Studies from Catholic Theological Union, Chicago. Today she serves her Franciscan community as a vocation director and speaks to a variety of groups about topics such as creativity, contemplation, and Gospel living.

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In this episode, Fr. John Paul Forté shares his transformative approach to campus ministry. He emphasizes the crucial role of accompanying students on their journey of intellectual, personal, and spiritual growth.

Fr. Forté reflects on his experiences adapting to diverse campus environments and collaborating with university services to provide effective spiritual and pastoral counseling. He delves into his faith-based ministry strategies, shares impactful personal stories, and highlights his student ministry program.

Join us as we explore the profound value of campus ministry and the importance of building meaningful relationships with students and faculty. Whether you're involved in campus ministry or simply interested in the impact of faith in education, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.

Tune in now to discover how one priest is making a difference in the lives of college students!

Not many Christians are leaving their homes to do God's work abroad but Anita and Curt Klueg did, even as a family with children. In this interview they share their experience as Christian missioners abroad through programs like the Maryknoll Lay Missioners. They highlight the challenges of work and raising a family as well as the benefits of immersing themselves in the Kenyan culture. Now back in the US, they speak on how transformed the entire household remains in their personal and professional life to this very day.

Fr. Mark Thibodeaux has been a Spiritual Director for many years and he shares his work on bringing others closer to Jesus Christ. What is spiritual direction? Where can you find a Spiritual Director? Listen as Fr. Thibodeaux explains what it entails, what it's not and how you can also get spiritual direction.

Find online Masses, retreats and other resources on the Holy Name of Jesus Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HNJChurchNewOrleans

Knowing our roots, our church history is very important. Deacon Royce Winters shares his experience creating the "Celebrating Black Catholic History Month: Tracing Your Catholic Roots" project from the Office of African-American Catholic Ministries in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Deacon Winters talks about how he tried to capture the history and voices of Black Catholics, particularly from priests and parishioners in the Archdiocese.

You can check out the project from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati from the following link:

https://resources.catholicaoc.org/offices/african-american-pastoral-ministries/publications

Faith is stronger than life's struggles if we attend to it. Liz shares how her faith in Jesus Christ has evolved and how that has helped her in her life's journey. Although there have been many challenges what has strengthened her is her growing relationship with Christ. Hear how a Christian can shine God's light in the darkness.

What is prayer? How can we pray to God? Desiré Findlay shares her voice on what prayer looks like to her through writing, dance, Lectio Divina and more. Listen in on the conversation as Desiré explains how prayer connects her to Jesus, others and the world. Find inspiration in how you can grow in prayer too.

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Meet Erika Jacinto who works as the Director of Communications and Media Relations, as well as the press secretary for the Archbishop, of the Catholic Church of Montreal. Erika shares how in her role she communicates with various individuals from laity, non-religious, and religious leaders like Archbishop Christian Lépine and Pope Francis.

Maria E. Luevano‑Salazar shares her view on motherhood as a working professional. She draws inspiration from her childhood experience of seeing her own mother and the other mothers in her family. Maria explains how being a mother has enhanced her appreciation of scripture and how she continues to express her faith in her family and her work place.