Restoring Hope

We’re excited to welcome Fr. Greg Evers to Restoring Hope, the podcast of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. In this episode, Fr. Evers gives us a glimpse into a day in the life of a younger priest—where prayer, parish life, and unexpected moments of grace intertwine. He shares how God shows up not just in the extraordinary, but in the quiet, everyday encounters that shape a vocation. It’s an honest, hope-filled conversation about finding purpose and joy right where you are. Tune in and be reminded that holiness isn’t far away—it’s waiting in the rhythm of your daily life.

Hope is always worth another conversation. In his second appearance on Restoring Hope, Fr. Joe Nassal, CPPS, reflects on the power of hope in uncertain times and why it remains at the heart of the Christian life. With wisdom, honesty, and pastoral insight, Fr. Joe reminds us that hope isn’t naïve optimism—it’s a courageous choice rooted in faith. If you’ve been searching for encouragement or a renewed sense of purpose, this episode offers a powerful reminder that hope is never out of reach. Tune in and let the conversation restore your hope.

Listen to Restoring Hope at www.preciousbloodus.org/podcast and on most streaming platforms.

We’re thrilled to welcome back Fr. Patrick Gonyeau to Restoring Hope, the podcast of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. In a powerful episode, Fr. Gonyeau dives into his new book, Into the Fire: Intimacy, Mission, and Miracles: The Life of Adventure in the Holy Spirit, inviting us to step boldly into a life ablaze with the Holy Spirit. He shares real stories of intimacy with Jesus, courageous mission, and the miracles that unfold when we surrender everything to God. If you’re hungry for renewal, deeper prayer, and a faith that’s alive and on fire, you won’t want to miss the conversation. Tune in and discover the adventure that awaits when you say “yes” to the Spirit!

Meet Fr. Dennis Chriszt, CPPS, a Missionary of Mercy personally appointed by Pope Francis. Fr. Chriszt has spent more than four decades bringing the healing power of Christ’s Precious Blood to people who think they’re beyond forgiveness. In a powerful conversation, Fr. Chriszt shares how mercy, reconciliation, and justice all flow from God’s boundless love. You’ll hear stories and insights that’ll challenge your heart and renew your faith in God’s never-ending compassion.

This episode will remind you that no one’s ever too far gone for grace.

Sr. Maria Hughes, ASC—General Superior of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ—joins us on a new episode of Restoring Hope, and you won’t want to miss the powerful conversation!  Sr. Maria shares how her journey, inspired by St. Maria De Mattias, calls us to be sowers of hope and to care for our “dear neighbor” with courageous love.

Together, we reflect on the Precious Blood that makes all things new and invites us into deeper communion with God and one another. Sr. Maria’s words remind us that prophecy, listening hearts, and compassion can truly heal our world.

Tune in, be renewed, and let your faith be set on fire—this episode will lift your spirit and strengthen your hope.

Listen to Restoring Hope at https://www.preciousbloodus.org/podcast and on most streaming platforms.

Hope has a way of showing up where it’s needed most—and Nick Schafer sees that truth every day. 

On the latest episode of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood podcast, Restoring Hope, Nick shares how his work at the Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation brings healing, dignity, and new beginnings to lives touched by violence and loss. Rooted in the spirituality and charism of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, Nick’s message reminds us that reconciliation isn’t abstract—it’s personal, gritty, and grace-filled. You’ll hear how faith, presence, and the power of the Blood of Christ can transform pain into possibility.

Tune in, be inspired, and let Nick’s message renew your belief that reconciliation really is possible—for our communities and for our world.

Meet Julian DaCosta, a CPPS Companion whose journey into prison ministry has transformed lives—starting with his own. On the latest episode of Restoring Hope, Julian shares powerful stories from behind prison walls and reflects on how accompaniment, mercy, and presence bring light into places often forgotten. His witness reveals how the charism of the Precious Blood is lived through compassion, dignity, and radical hope. The conversation will challenge how you see justice, redemption, and what it means to truly walk with others. Tune in and be inspired by a faith that dares to show up where hope is needed most.

In this deeply honest and moving beachside homily, Father Ben Parenti gives voice to one of humanity’s oldest prayers: How long, O Lord? Drawing from the prophet Habakkuk, the Gospel of Luke, and personal moments of grief, anger, and witness to profound human suffering, he reframes faith not as something we accumulate, but as a way of seeing and living in the world. Jesus’ response is both surprising and hopeful—not more faith, but faith ignited. This episode invites listeners to stop measuring their faith and instead stir into flame the Spirit already dwelling within them, trusting that even mustard-seed faith can set a life—and a world—on fire with hope.

Author Chris Stepien returns to Restoring Hope for a second episode — and this time, his journey through healing and service resonates more deeply than ever. He shares how volunteering with the Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation on Chicago’s South Side became a path of radical hospitality, restorative justice, and community transformation. In a candid conversation, Chris opens up about reconciling his family’s past trauma with hope and redemption, and how that shaped his commitment to mercy-based service. Chris’ story proves that sometimes true healing begins with listening, presence, and compassion in the lives of others. Tune in — and be reminded that even in brokenness, there’s room for dignity, healing, and hope.

Tune in to the latest episode of Restoring Hope, featuring Bill Carroll, executive director of Saint Joseph’s College of Indiana, as he shares a bold new vision for the college’s emergence as a trade- and certificate-focused institution. Bill reflects on how the historic Catholic values and the mission of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood—grounded in the healing, reconciling love expressed in the Blood of Christ—continue to inspire every step of the school’s journey. Together, we explore how Saint Joe is equipping learners for the real-world demands of today’s workforce, while staying rooted in community, service, and hope. If you’re inspired by stories of renewal, transformation, and purpose-filled education, this conversation is for you. Don’t miss an uplifting episode—listen in and discover how faith, mission, and possibility converge at Saint Joe.