BZDiocese Podcast

“If you offend my mother, I’m not staying silent... I’m going to defend my mother’s honor.”

In this final episode of a two-part series entitled, Mary, The Way to Jesus, Podcast host Pete Castillo continues his conversation with Fr. Zachary Shallow of the Mother of God. In Part One, we explored the power of Mary’s “yes” — a yes that opened the door for God’s plan and revealed what trust, surrender, and discipleship look like in real life.

In Part Two, we go deeper by turning to the titles the Church gives her and the essential truths behind them — truths that are not up for negotiation in our life of faith. Fr. Zach puts it plainly: “If you offend my mother, I’m not staying silent. I’m not being defensive, but I’m going to defend my mother’s honor.” That conviction is a doorway into understanding who Mary truly is and why the Church speaks of her with such love and clarity. Join us as we unpack these truths and discover how each one leads us more fully to Jesus.

Mary, The Way to Jesus
Mary always leads us closer to Jesus. If you’re longing for a deeper, more personal walk with Christ, join me as we explore Mary’s courage, her “yes,” and her motherly guidance in our daily lives. Discover how Mary’s life opens a path straight to Jesus.

Join me, Pete Castillo as I as I speak with Fr. Zachary Shallow of the Mother of God, a SOLT priest, who shares deep insights into our faith and the Mother who walks with us

What We Believe – The Creed as Our Compass is a journey into the heart of the Christian faith, guided by the words we profess every Sunday. In a world full of competing voices and shifting values, the Creed stands as a steady guide—rooting us in truth, shaping our identity, and drawing us into a deeper relationship with God.

In this episode, Fr. Julius Mwai, Pastor of St. Ignatius Parish in Belize City helps to unpack the meaning behind the Creed—not as a list of abstract statements, but as a living profession of faith that speaks to our everyday lives. From the mystery of the Trinity to the person of Jesus Christ, and the life of the Church, we explore what it truly means to say, “I believe.” Whether you’ve prayed the Creed your whole life or are hearing it with fresh ears, this conversation invites you to rediscover it as a compass that points us toward truth, unity, and a personal encounter with God.

This first episode of our new Podcast series, Explaining Our Catholic Faith, begins with "Lent to Easter--The Journey of Redemption". This guides us along a path of repentance, renewal, and redemption.
Each month from now until December 2026, we’ll explore the different beliefs that shape who we are as followers of Christ. Join us as we reflect now on how the Lenten season prepares our hearts for the transforming joy of the Resurrection.

Welcome to the second in the series of podcasts on Catholic Social teachings. 

Join students Aoefa Wade and Mirabella DeOcampo along with teacher Gian Parham as they discuss the issue of freedom and its relevance to the review of our Constitution.

This episode is being hosted by Pete Castillo of the Catholic Diocesan Communications Center through the Roman Catholic Constitution Committee (RCCC)

Welcome to the first in a series of Podcasts on Catholic Social Teachings.  These podcasts are produced for the Roman Catholic Constitution Committee (RCCC) to empower Belizeans to make informed decisions regarding Constitutional Reform.

The podcasts are hosted by the Diocesan Communications Center Resource team and the guests are members of the RCCC or engaged through the RCCC.

In this first podcast, Host, Pete Castillo engages guest David Ruiz in the discussions of Caring for the Common Home, the Environment.  This topic introduces the Catholic Church's teachings on the environment, a very relevant topic in today's world. Enjoy!

Welcome to the first Spanish Episode of the BZDiocese Podcast.
Our humble apologies for being away for some time but we are back and will be bringing you regular episodes again.

You have been asking and now, here it is!. In this first Spanish episode we are pleased to have host Jose Ortiz speaking with guests Maria Chebat and Pablo Guerra on the beautiful topic of 'Strengthening the Family Bond'.

Maria and Pablo are well known from the Divine Mercy Parish and share their experience as parents, showing us ways to strengthen our family bonds.


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In this special episode of our podcast, Marie Munoz, CEO of Guadalupe Media join Pete Castillo and Ruben Wong of the Diocesan Communication Center in answering the question, What is Artificial Intelligence?
This topic was chosen to highlight the theme for this year's 58th World Day of Social Communication, "Artificial Intelligence and the Wisdom of the Heart: towards a fully human communication".
The celebration was established by Pope Paul VI in 1967 and is a day to reflect on the opportunities and challenges that modern means of communication afford the church to communicate the gospel message.

This episode takes us away from a discussion to a presentation of information on what Artificial Intelligence is all about.  We hope to provide insightful information that will spart interests in our listeners and provoke questions to learn more.
Another edition of this podcast containing images  is also being simulcasted. We thank you for tuning in.

In this special episode of our podcast, Marie Munoz, CEO of Guadalupe Media join Pete Castillo and Ruben Wong of the Diocesan Communication Center in answering the question, What is Artificial Intelligence?
This topic was chosen to highlight the theme for this year's 58th World Day of Social Communication, "Artificial Intelligence and the Wisdom of the Heart: towards a fully human communication".
The celebration was established by Pope Paul VI in 1967 and is a day to reflect on the opportunities and challenges that modern means of communication afford the church to communicate the gospel message.

This episode takes us away from a discussion to a presentation of information on what Artificial Intelligence is all about.  We hope to provide insightful information that will spart interests in our listeners and provoke questions to learn more.
Another edition of this podcast containing images  is also being simulcasted. We thank you for tuning in.

This message is about Easter but it is also about our faith and our hope, applying to our life today and tomorrow.  It is not to be taken in the context of only the Easter season.  It is the reason for our hope, our salvation. Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Medina takes this topic to another level and helps us focus on how Easter directs our life in preparation for the final resurrection.