Journeys Of Hope | A Pilgrim Center Of Hope Podcast

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the noise and distractions of the world? If so, you are not alone. Join Mary Jane Fox as she explores how one of the Desert Saints, St. Anthony of the Desert, also known as St. Anthony the Great, can teach us valuable lessons on how to find peace and quiet in our modern world. In this episode, you will learn: Discover the life of St. Anthony of the Desert Hear about Jesus’ time in the desert, which is a great lesson for everyone Take a deeper dive into the Almsgiving, Fasting, and Prayer and receive tips for your daily life.  Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “The devil is afraid of us when we pray and make sacrifices and when we are humble and good.” St. Anthony of the Desert Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCe

Angela Sealana and Jason Nunez share a special message as Pilgrim Center of Hope approaches five years of sharing stories that uplift and transform with Journeys of Hope. Learn how your support can help spread the message of faith, hope, and love across the globe. Discover how you can be a part of this inspiring mission. Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started.

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? Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 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 Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimC

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 Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “Blessed are those who have been called to the wedding feast of the Lamb.” (Revelation 19:9) Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

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 Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 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 Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2024 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get starte

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 Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 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) We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Quezada, who made thi

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. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! 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 We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Quezada, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Jou

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 Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Together we are stronger than the storm.” – Elias Chacour We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Q

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 Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Stay with me Lord, to show me your will.” – St. Pio of Pietrelcina We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Quezada, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCe

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? Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Walk with your feet on earth, but in your heart be in Heaven.” – St. John Bosco We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna and Josias Owen in honor of Fr Joel Quezada, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

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 Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 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. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

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? Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 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. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

On our journey today, we will find hope along our daily pilgrimage of life and explore the topic of depression. A common and serious mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. Depression can make us feel hopeless, and isolated. But there is hope for those who suffer from depression, and we will learn how to find it from our guest today, Jeanette Santos. During this episode, you will: Discover the role prayer can play in a journey with depression. Hear about some practical ways to incorporate faith into our daily lives when struggling with depression. Find meaning and purpose in our suffering. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “Cling to God, and leave all the rest to Him: He will not let you perish. Your soul is very dear to Him, He wishes to save it.” – St Margaret Mary Alacoque 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, 

Why did God send his Mother to earth during Advent? Journey with St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin and learn: The story of the Virgin Mary’s appearance to an indigenous Mexican man How Our Lady of Guadalupe calls us to renewed faith and hope in our everyday lives How God and his Mother call us to share our faith with others in the new evangelization Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “True faith in the incarnate Son of God is inseparable from self-giving, from membership in the community, from service, from reconciliation with others. The Son of God, by becoming flesh, summoned us to the revolution of tenderness.” – Pope Francis, Evangelii Gaudium #88 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. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Take a spiritual journey with us to Parroquia de la Sagrada Familia (Holy Family Parish) in Mexico City, Mexico, which holds the Shrine of Fr. Miguel Augustin Pro. This Jesuit martyr’s famous photograph shook Mexico; his arms outstretched for his execution by firing squad as he shouted, Viva Cristo Rey (Long Live Christ the King)! There is much more to this holy priest’s story that will inspire you; a comedian, musician, and creative Jesuit who suffered from physical and emotional trials, yet persevered to his heroic death into eternal life. Hear about the shrine, including relics of Miguel Pro found there Discover relatable & inspiring stories from Miguel Pro’s life Find hope & strength for your own daily life Click here for photos, and a map view of this week's journey.  Jewel for the Journey: “If life be harder, love makes it also stronger, and only this love, grounded on suffering, can carry the Cross of my Lord Jesus Christ.” – Bl. Miguel Pro We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Deanna

How do you feel when you sing or listen to the music of the Mass? It can help us express our faith, emotions, and unity as the Body of  Christ. Join Jason Nunez and his guests, composers of the Mass of Renewal and winners of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians New Mass Setting Competition in 2010, William Gokelman, and David Kauffman as they take us on a musical journey through the Mass of Renewal. On today’s journey, you will: Discover what a Mass Setting is and its significance. Hear about what inspired the creation of the Mass of Renewal, which has been adopted by well over 3500 parishes… maybe even your own parish! Dive into the role music plays in the Mass and how it deepens our connection in Divine Worship. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “To sing is to pray twice.” – St. Augustine Click here to visit the official website for Good For The Soul Music. To book William Gokelman and David Kauffman, click here. Would you like to support Journeys

Our journey today will be a pilgrimage to Chicago, IL to the National Shrine of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. Mother Cabrini was the first American Citizen Saint and is the Universal Patron Saint of Immigrants. Guiding us along the way will be Angela Sealana and her guest, Fr. Ramil Fajardo, Rector of the Shrine. On today’s journey, you will: Explore the Shrine which includes a chapel, area for retreat, the preserved hospital room where Mother Cabrini passed away, and much more… Hear about the life of this inspiring role model of faith. And learn about how she can teach, encourage & inspire us today. Click here for photos, and a map view of this week's journey.  Jewel for the Journey: “Today, love must not be hidden… It must be living, active, and true!” – St. Frances Xavier Cabrini Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2023 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys

You may have heard of First Fridays, but where did this concept come from? In a private revelation, Jesus asked St. Margaret Mary Alacoque to spread the practice of honoring his Sacred Heart through a First Fridays devotion. On this journey, we’ll talk with author and ‘media nun’ Sr. Anne Flanagan, FSP, about: What’s so powerful (and popular) about devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus? What is the First Fridays devotion? How can the average person benefit from this practice? And much more! Purchase Come To Me - Living The Nine First Fridays, by Sr. Anne Flanagan, FSP here. Connect with Sr. Anne Flanagan, FSP on Instagram. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2023 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started.

Did you know that the Catholic Church has a process for canonizing a Saint? Join Mary Jane Fox and her guest, Sr. Julia Mary Darrenkamp, a Daughter of St. Paul, as they discuss what this process entails and how to get to know these role models of faith. During this episode, you will: Discover the steps taken in the process of proclaiming a person a Saint for the entire Church to recognize. Hear about a couple of people who became Saints. Learn how these canonized Saints can help us. Connect with Sr. Julia on Instagram. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and take your journey to the next level! Jewel for the Journey: “Do not be afraid to be saints. Follow Jesus Christ who is the source of freedom and light. Be open to the Lord so that may lighten all your ways.” – Pope St. John Paul II Would you like to support Journeys of Hope? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a month of Journeys of Hope 2023 Radio Broadcast & Podcast! Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCente

How do you explain a challenging subject like purgatory to children? In this episode Jason Nunez talks with Susan Tassone, “The Purgatory Lady” about her new children’s book, New Friends Now and Forever: A Story about the Holy Souls. Susan explains how the book helps children understand and love the holy souls in purgatory, who are our friends and intercessors. She also gives us some tips and resources on how to pray for them and foster a devotion to them. On today’s journey, you will hear answers to questions like, How do you teach a difficult doctrine like purgatory to children? What are the benefits of praying for the holy souls in purgatory? How does praying for the holy souls help kids grow in virtue and have hope? Purchase New Friends Now and Forever: A Story about the Holy Souls from Pilgrim Center of Hope (7680 Joe Newton St, San Antonio, TX 78251) Monday through Friday, 8:30 am-5:30 pm. Call us at 210-521-3377. Price: $20.00, plus shipping and handling $3.95. While supplies last. Click here to visi