Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, from the St.Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, interview Sruthi Urumbackal and Noah Gerard on their personal encounters with the Eucharist.

This initiative was developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress, which will be held from May 23rd to 25th in Somerset, New Jersey.

To know more about the Syro Malabar Eucharistic Congress, visit: https://www.smeucharisticcongress.us/

In this episode, Fr. Thomas, Chris, and Anthony are joined by coach and founder of Fit from Faith, Lindsay Fullerman. Lindsay, who has a background in health, wellness, and theology, shares about her calling to found the ministry - Fit from Faith. We interview Lindsay to discuss how fitness can be a source of healing, joy, and growth and help us grow in our relationship with Christ.To know more about Fit from Faith, visit: https://fitfromfaith.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FitFromFaithInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitfromfaith/For further information, contact: [email protected] our guest - Lindsay Fullerman:Lindsay has a background in health, wellness, and theology. She has a Master's degree in Theology and is certified in the Theology of the Body. She also has an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology, a minor in Sports Administration, and certifications in Strength and Conditioning, Sports Nutrition, and Pn2 Coaching. She worked as a fitness athlete and strength coach before founding Fit from Faith. She also serves as a Health and Wellness Advisor at two different institutions.

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, from the St.Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, share Eucharistic reflections based on the writings of the East Syriac Saint - St. Ephrem.This initiative was developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress, which will be held from May 23rd to 25th in Somerset, New Jersey.To know more about the Syro Malabar Eucharistic Congress, visit: https://www.smeucharisticcongress.us/

Ephrem the Syrian's Hymns on the Unleavened Bread: https://www.gorgiaspress.com

In this episode, Chris and Anthony are joined by Brian Mundackal, Executive Director of Lumen Vitae (a nonprofit that empowers children through education), to discuss the role of education and stable families in tackling poverty. Brian speaks from his experience in Haiti, where Lumen Vitae was founded in 2016. We discuss the role of education and family in forming children and how education and a stable family can substantially change poverty-stricken countries.Race for the Light is a campaign by Lumen Vitae designed to bring awareness and aid to students living in marginalized communities across Haiti. To know more, visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/BoyntonBeach/RaceForTheLightTo know more about Lumen Vitae, visit https://lumenvitae.us/Show notes:The Risk of Education, Discovering Our Ultimate Destiny by Luigi Giussani: https://www.clonline.org/en/publications/books/2018-12-18-the-risk-of-education-2001 Wasting Time with Children, Pope Francis:https://aleteia.org/2018/05/10/heres-the-question-pope-francis-asks-parents-of-young-children-in-confessionOn ‘Moralistic Therapeutic Deism’ as U.S. Teenagers’ Actual, Tacit, De Facto Religious Faith by Christian Smith:https://catholiceducation.org/en/controversy/on-moralistic-therapeutic-deism-as-u-s-teenagers-actual-tacit-de-facto-religious-faith.htmlConsequences of Fatherlessness: https://fathers.com/the-consequences-of-fatherlessness/Fatherlessness and its effects on American Society:https://americafirstpolicy.com/issues/issue-brief-fatherlessness-and-its-effects-on-american-societySt.Kuriakose Elias Chavara: https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=46075

In this episode, Fr. Thomas and Anthony are joined by V.George Maliekel to discuss and explore the topic of leadership. About our guest:V.George Maliekel is the Executive Chairman of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc (JDS Inc.), the parent company of Hollister Incorporated, an independent, employee-owned global medical devices company that develops, manufactures, and markets healthcare products and services worldwide. The Company mission is to "make life more rewarding and dignified for those who use our products and services."V. George Maliekel joined Hollister Incorporated in 1999 as Vice President of Global Marketing. Over his 25-year tenure, he held various leadership positions, including Vice President Americas and Asia-Pacific, Vice President Global Business Units, and President and Chief Operating Officer. In 2011, he was appointed Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc. (JDS Inc.), the parent company of Hollister Incorporated. He served in this role until his retirement in July 2024, after which he continued as Executive Chairman of the JDS Inc. Board of Directors.Show notesIkigai: The Japanese secret to a joyful life. https://www.japan.go.jp/kizuna/2022/03/ikigai_japanese_secret_to_a_joyful_life.html

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, from the St.Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, share Eucharistic reflections based on the writings of the East Syriac Saint -St.Ephrem.

An initiative developed in preparation for the first St.Thomas Syro Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress.

To know more about the Syro Malabar Eucharistic Congress, visit: https://www.smeucharisticcongress.us/

Ephrem the Syrian's Hymns on the Unleavened Bread: https://www.gorgiaspress.com

In this episode, Fr. Thomas, Anthony, and Chris explore the topic of social media - its pros and cons. They talk about the effects social media has on each of us and how it impacts young people.

Show notes

US Surgeon General Advisory - Social Media and Youth Mental Health: https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/sg-youth-mental-health-social-media-advisory.pdf

Gaudium et spes: https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_const_19651207_gaudium-et-spes_en.html

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, from the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, share Eucharistic reflections based on the writings of the East Syriac Saint, St. Ephrem.

An initiative developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress.

To know more about the Syro Malabar Eucharistic Congress, visit: https://www.smeucharisticcongress.us/

In this episode, Anthony and Chris are joined by Simi Sahu (a Consecrated Virgin for the Diocese of Palm Beach) to discuss Young adulthood, the unique challenges it presents, and how to navigate them.Show Notes:The Grand Inquisitor - Fyodor Dostoevsky: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/8578/8578-h/8578-h.htmTo learn more about Anointed and Sent, a young adult ministry by Amoris Christi, visit https://www.instagram.com/anointed.sent/A podcast on Consecrated Virginity (Order of Virgins) by Simi Sahu and Friends - Wildflower Reunion Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4GTgOTtuT6zMXdydhicprL?si=bee08991f9874f55

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, both from the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, share Eucharistic reflections based on the writings of the East Syriac Saint, St. Ephrem.Hymns on the Unleavened Bread is an initiative developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress.

To know more about the Syro-Malabar Eucharistic Congress, visit: https://www.smeucharisticcongress.us/