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In this episode of the Frontiers in Faith podcast, Monsignor Roger Landry interviews Bishop Shorot Francis Gomes of the Silat Diocese in Bangladesh. Bishop Gomez shares his journey from a traditional family to becoming a bishop, detailing the challenges and triumphs of his missionary work in a predominantly Muslim region. He discusses the importance of education, the establishment of primary schools, and the need for support for seminarians and children with special needs. The conversation highlights the growth of the Catholic community in Silat and the recent completion of a new cathedral, symbolizing hope and faith for the local population. Bishop Gomez calls for support from American Catholics to help sustain and expand the church's mission in Bangladesh.