Journeys of Hope | a Pilgrim Center of Hope podcast

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:

• Listening as the foundation of all human relationships.
• What is the key to the art of listening?
• How can we improve our listening skills?
• What are some ways we can listen to God with the ear of our heart?

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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

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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:

• Learn about how wedding imagery is used by God throughout salvation history to demonstrate his love for us
• Discover the identity of Jesus as the Bridegroom
• Explore how all of this is expressed and experienced in every Roman Catholic Mass

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Jewel for the Journey:

"Blessed are those who have been called to the wedding feast of the Lamb." (Revelation 19:9)

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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:

• Discover the ancient Christian symbols marked on many of the tombs
• Find out who was buried there, including Popes, Saints, and Martyrs
• Learn about two types of martyrdom, red and white

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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

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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:

• How they come to learn about this unique ministry
• Hear several standout experiences they've had, working here
• Learn behind-the-scenes gems from Pilgrim Center of Hope's staff that can inspire and encourage you in your daily life

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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)

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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:

• Be introduced to St. Francis de Sales and hear about his life
• Discover why he's considered one of the great Doctors of the Church
• Hear some of his important lessons for daily living that will inspire and encourage us to become better disciples of Jesus Christ.

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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

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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:

• About an educational institution Elias Chacour founded in the Galilee region that employs faculty of three faiths: Christianity, Islam, and Judaism.
• His mission, called "Pilgrims of Ibillin" works with peace partners.
• Be introduced to a Palestinian people who have lived in Palestine for thousands of years.

Photo supplied by Bob Sawyer

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Jewel for the Journey: "Together we are stronger than the storm." – Elias Chacour

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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:

• What is spiritual direction and what motivates a person to seek it
• How to discern God's voice and will in your life through spiritual direction
• How to integrate your spiritual direction experience with your daily life and your relationships

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Jewel for the Journey: "Stay with me Lord, to show me your will." – St. Pio of Pietrelcina

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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:

• How can we be aware of God's presence throughout the day?
• Are there guidelines to assist me?
• How can this lead me to adoration?

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Jewel for the Journey: "Walk with your feet on earth, but in your heart be in Heaven." – St. John Bosco

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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:

• Dive into the meaning and significance of key days of the Octave
• Highlight the different feasts and solemnities that are celebrated during the eight days of Christmas
• And, we will also share some practical tips on how to live out the Octave in your daily life

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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.

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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:

• What novenas are and when was the first Novena?
• When do we begin a novena?
• How can novenas help us in our spiritual growth?

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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.

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