From Police to Priest (FP2P)

Father Joe is late to the podcast today! Why?? The focus we have as human beings, to try and give healing to others around us, overpowers the whims of what we want, and transitions to what we can offer; that being the healing power of God. How can we move from grief to joy? Father Rix and Father Joe walk through their own dark valleys when hope is possible in the midst of trial and tribulation. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Does praying make a difference? On this World Day of Prayer, Father Joe and Father Rix reflect on this topic. The challenges we deal with on daily basis is something we can all relate to. Ultimately, the hope we have in one another and ourselves can help guide us beyond the darkness we all encounter.   --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Father Joe and Father Rix discuss the live and works of Saint Catherine of Siena, the first Doctor of the Church, who also lived through a pandemic that we me might learn something from. What we've built, what we hope to accomplish, the healing we aspire to is all included in this conversation. So we hope you find life and meaning in the message shared today. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

It's Earth Day! Father Joe and Father Rix look at the Scripture for today and the idea of Living Bread. How to learn from past faults, missteps or mistakes is embodied in the life and legacy of Brother Giles. The challenges we face in making changes is something we can all relate to, so today, in light of Earth Day and the promise of God, we hope a message of transformation can be heard and soften our hearts to change in ways that can represent the Message given to all of us. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

With an ominous message from the Gospel of John to kick off this episode, Father Joe and Father Rix delve into the challenges of accepting the Love of God in different forms. Between Father Rix's experience of seminary and the loss that followed, as well as Father Joe's seminary and life encounters, it leads to the conversation about the Martyrdom of Saint Lucien, who started engaging with the secular community of Madagascar. With some contemporize issues, like a Black army officer being pepper sprayed by local law enforcement, the difficulty of seeing God's love can be a hurdle. But as this episode wraps up, there is something good to draw out of these moments, where we can start to understand the different way God reaches us.   --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This episode, Father Joe and Father Rix discuss the idea of "Peace be with you" in an age of a pandemic. In a world that has evolved massively over the past year and a half, we take a look at the evolution of the church and how we meet people. From Father Joe's upcoming baptisms and ceremonies, we take a look at the Feast of Day for Dietrich Bonhoeffer, who evolved in his own faith through the experiences he had; something that ultimately cost him his life. While all of us don't have to go that far, the beauty and necessity of evolution and change, regardless of how uncomfortable that makes us.    --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

In a celebration of Maundy Thursday, Father Joe and Father Rix discuss what the meaning of a day like this from very different perspectives. What they come to an agreement on is the importance of the washing of feet as a representation of the spirit in action; a commandment to wash each other's feet. There's a deep discussion about the conflict of this charge, and the ways that it can take place. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Father Joe and Father Rix are joined by a returning guest today; Zachary Stevens-Walter joining us with some music to kick of the Day of Annunciation. We start off with the failures of the Roman Catholic Church, with the scandals taking place over the past decades, and how to find reconciliation in our own lives despite the failures our faith communities may cause us to endure. How can we show love? The conversation between Father Rix, Father Joe and Zachary give unique insights to both our lives of faith and search for meaning, as well as the daily experiences we have where injustice exists.    --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Today Father Joe and Father Rix talk about the namesake of the church they have poured their soul into; The Feast of Saint Joseph. While there is much joy in this day, shown through faith and experience, there is also doubt and concern that arises as to whether we are doing the right things in either following orders or breaking from what we know is not God's call. It's a fascinating back-and-forth between Fr. Joe and Fr. Rix, who ultimately encourage the value of listening to allow God to reach us whether we believe we are right or wrong.    --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Today Father Joe and Father Rix take on a difficult topic; one expressed through both the Gospel of the day as well as the life and works of Jacinta of Fatima. Where do we find our path in life? And what are the consequences for choosing one trail over another? Jacinta was discouraged from going into ministry in her own right, and many of us find ourselves challenged by a force that keeps us from the Love of God. This episode delves into the choices we have to make, as well as the fear of Evil, Satan or darkness that can be so easy to succumb to. But with a faithful community of souls, Joe and Rix look to acknowledge that darkness to open our eyes to the daybreak before us all.    --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Today, the words of God seem to speak for themselves, as Father Joe reads from the Gospel of Luke, talking about Lazarus as he was carried away and yet resurrected through the promise Christ had for him. How can we see ourselves in this moment? Father Joe explores his own experiences as Father Rix reflects upon his own. We find ourselves together in the depths of our sorrow, but their own resurrection stories is offered in hopes that it can provide something for those in the middle of a painful journey like this. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

At the anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, Father Joe reflects on the planting of the flag at the top of the mountain; an iconic moment we all have seen. But what happened afterwards, a mass taking place after the death and destruction all on all sides, sparks a conversation between Father Joe and Father Rix. In spite of all we experience, the darkness we go through, we ask the question: is it possible to find holiness in a place where darkness has previously surrounded us?   --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

What does confession mean to us? To we keep it to ourselves or breathe life into words heard by others? Father Joe asks Father Rix for his confessions with hopes it acts as an example for what every person can do. The things we have done wrong will remain in our hearts until we can absolve ourselves of that burden. Confession is a great way to do that, but not the only way. Father Joe and Father Rix explore the complexity of this topic.   --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

In today's Feast Day for Our Lady of Lourdes, Father Joe wants to shares his thoughts on the topics of miracles all around us, and the chance we have to embrace those moments. In the moments of doubt we have, being able to see the special things that are going on around us can give new life in ways we can't predict. Father Rix and Father Joe discuss the challenging scripture of the "scraps of the table" and what comes out of that experience.   --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

With Father Joe having three funerals this week, we are faced with the trauma of loss and suffering we have experienced over the past year. What do we make of the darkness that we encounter, and how can we look to the resurrection as a possible hope and light for those of us who desperately need it. Father Joe and Father Rix share their thoughts on the Gospel of Mark when Jesus calls his disciples to wear only tunics and sandals, giving everything else up. Hard as it may be, it is possible, but only through community can this hope be fully realized.   --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

For this episode, Father Joe and Father Rix discuss the Feast Day of Saint Thomas Aquinas. A renowned theologian from the 13th century, St. Aquinas started off his journey with resistance from his family as he tried to follow the call God had for him. How does that message resonate with us today, as we struggle with our own crossroads and callings in life? With the Scripture reading telling us not to hide our light under a basket, there's a lot that can emerge from the past, of both humanity as well as our own personal lives. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

On this day of the Feast of Saint Agnus, Father Joe and Father Rix are joined by a future member of the Friars of Saint Joseph Zachary Stevens-Walter, who shares how he has dealt with the challenges of faith in the face of Covid-19. It's a powerful episode that culminates in an amazing musical performance through a home-made banjo! And as always, we pray you go in peace, to love and serve the world, and remember, be kind to one another!   --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |   Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |   --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionchurch@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2021 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week, Father Joe and Father Rix discuss Mark's passage of Jesus' interactions with the lepers, those who are rejected or harmed by society. They look at the harms done to lead us to this point, as well as discussing the promise Christ has for all of us, not just to accept the love of God, but to dispense it. While this can be a somber and reflective conversation, we pray that you receive something from this, and that you go in peace, to love and serve the world... and as always, be kind to one another. ---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Today, Father Joe and Father Rix share their thoughts and reflections on a horrifying event the United States of America just went through, and what we can do as Christians to further the cause of justice and righteousness that God calls us all to be a part of. In addition we offer prayers for healing.---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week we have a special guest with Fr. William Mentz of the Parish of Saints Francis and Clare, along with Father Joe and Father Rix, to discuss the turning of a new page and finding light in the midst of turmoil. And remember to go in peace, to love and serve the world, and be kind to one another.---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Merry Christmas to you all! Father Joe and Father Rix discuss the culmination of a tumultuous Advent season (and the whole of the year) to reflect on the Birth of Christ and the promise for the coming redemption of our souls. And remember, now more than ever, to go in peace, to love and serve the world, and be kind to one another!---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week Father Joe and Father Rix are joined by Victor Marquez; one of Father Rix's oldest and closest friends, and a man of great faith. In this final week of Advent, we discuss the genealogy of Christ as the Scripture of the day, and how we can apply that to our own lives. Where do we come from? Where do we find ourselves in the moment? And what is the legacy we will leave in our wake?It's a phenomenal conversation that is both deep and lighthearted. So we welcome you to our conversation, and as always, we pray you go in peace, to love and serve the world, and be kind to one another!---Victor Phillip Marquez is an aspiring actor living out in Los Angles, California and is a prolific Instagramer and you can check him out here!https://www.instagram.com/victorphillipmarquez---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

In the midst of Advent, Father Joe Ciccone and Father Rix Thorsell talk about the possibilities of hope in the midst of a dark winter, the promise of God for resurrection from the lowest moments, and moments of light we can look to as mirrored by the promise of the birth of Christ. And as always, we pray that you go in peace, to love and serve the world, and be kind to one another!---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2...  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week we have the joy of LIVE hosting Jacqueline Polverari, founder of the Evolution Reentry Program! Join Father Joe Ciccone and Father Rix Thorsell in this unique and fascinating conversation about building a home on solid ground.---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Happy Thanksgiving! Father Joe and Father Rix discuss the power of giving thanks in the midst of hardship, to value what we have and to remember the difficult times we have gone through before. We are here as a community, to care and support one another in both the good and bad times. So with that, we hope you are safe this weekend, that you go in peace, to love and serve the world, and be kind to one another! --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... | Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2... | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ | --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week we have an unusual episode where Father Rix joins Father Joe in New Jersey in a time of challenge and tribulation. We hope you find hope in this message, and no matter where you are, we hope you stay safe and healthy in wherever life take you!---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Today Father Joe and Father Rix talk about a hard truth in light of the McCarrick Report detailing sexual abuse issues in the Roman Catholic Church. While the Progressive Catholic Church operates independently and works with tireless effort not to make the same mistakes of our forbearers, Father Joe has had several instances as a Sheriff to both meet and interact with the disgraced bishop in the past. We reflect on the trials of dealing with the harm certain individuals can cause, but the hope that renewed faith can offer.We then briefly celebrate the Feast of Saint Josaphat, and the potential of a new Saint of the Internet in Carlo Acutis, a young man who died far too soon for all he had done for the Church.It's both an intense and reflective episode that looks at both the hard things of religious communities and the great things that can be possible for all who seek.We hope you gain something from this conversation, and as always, we hope that you go in peace, to love and serve the world, and be kind to one another!---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week, Father Joe and Father Rix talk about the inspiration of words of David Foster Wallace, a renowned writer for this century, where we search to discover what is at the core of our searching. What do we search for? How do we find it? Can we find redemption in the things we seek? In a week of turmoil and tumult, we find our space in a place of peace in whatever the world has to offer or challenge us with.We invite you into this journey and hope you can get something from the message we share each week and every day.And remember to go in peace, to love and serve the world, and be kind to one another.---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... |Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... |Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2... |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Today is a conversation on the challenges of finding faith and trust in a community, especially when we have roadblocks on that path. Father Joe and Father Rix discuss both the experience of ministry in the past, and how ministry is changing in light of the world around us. Should we change how we reach others in light of new circumstances? It's definitely a conversation worth having and listening to.--YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... |Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... |Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2... |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Father Joe and Father Rix discuss finding common ground in a divisive era. What is Truth; the thing that cannot be refuted? With the celebration of Saint John Paul II, and the message of Pope Francis speaking on behalf of civil unions for the LGBT community, we discuss what holds true over time and what paths to change unfold over the experiences we all have individually.--*Our podcast is now live streamed every Thursday at 2 p.m. EST on YouTube, so drop by and leave a comment if you have the chance!*YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... |Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... |Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2... |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone |Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Father Joe and Father Rix discuss the Feast day for Teresa of Avila, an icon for reformation within the Catholic Church, and how the burden of becoming an agent of change can be devastating to our personal innocence. What is the cost we are willing to pay to follow God's call for all of us? -- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... | Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2... | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ | --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights ReservedSHOW LESS

We live stream on YouTube every Thursday at 2pm EST/1pm CST! We welcome you all to join us for these conversations as we develop this new platform. Today is a conversation of Mother Mary and the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosery by Father Joe Ciccone and Father Rix Thorsell. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... | Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2... | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ | --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

On this live stream of 'Recalled' (available on our YouTube link in the description), Father Joe and Father Rix discuss the nature of being called by God. Does it need to be in ministry or service? Or can we find a calling outside of what we typically think about? We should all be searching for that faith seeking understanding, and both Joe and Rix go over some of the harder thing in both losing members of a faith community and finding new ways to fulfill the call we all have. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... | Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2... | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ | --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

There is nothing new under the sun... This is what Father Joe and Father Rix discuss today on Recalled: From Police to Priest. From the losses we experience as a community to the personal losses we can encounter on any given day, God calls us to find hope and light in those around us; a message shared throughout the ages. So we hope you enjoy this live stream conversation, and make sure to like, subscribe or leave a comment. We appreciate all your support and look forward to walking with you on this journey. --- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7r... | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephm... | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHec... | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... | Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2... | Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ | --- Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel as we're growing in new ways! (link below) This week, we give an update to the future of this podcast with adding a live stream, talk about the Stigmata of St. Francis of Assisi, wounds in the hands of Christ and the importance of Rosh Hashanah in relationship to our Christian faith.We're going all in on this new media format going live every Thursday, normally at 2 p.m. EST on YouTube. We'll be posting to our Facebook page and podcast platforms every Sunday, but if you have the chance to see us live, we'd love to see and respond to your comments!--YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7ryZwc6qgUzkh-f8x_iLA | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI | Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |Podbean: https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |  ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Fr. Rix Thorsell | Artwork Created & Donated by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week we're excited to announce Season 2 of From Police to Priest! We're now moving to both an online live stream on YouTube every Thursday at 2:30pm EST, 1:30 CST, but also offering our Sunday podcast, as well as the video posted to Facebook too.For this Episode, Father Joe and Father Rix talk about two important dates happening this past week, both of Suicide Prevention Day in addition to the 19th anniversary of 9/11. It's a moment of reflection for the need of others to support us and lift us up in moments of need, something we all can use.--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Make sure to check out Rev. Jeff's thriving ministry for Returning Citizens at https://prisonist.org/, a true Church of Second Chances! This week we have an amazing treat as we offer our first video podcast we recorded with Fr. Joe, Rev. Jeff and Fr. Rix! You can find that on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch. In addition to trying more of these video streams in the future when Father Joe or a guest can join us, we're also looking at a new name for our Podcast in the coming weeks, so we'll give you a little heads up before that happens! For this episode, Father Jeff sits down for a dialogue on ministry in the age of Covid-19, and where Fr. Jeff was years ahead of creating a virtual community for those going through very difficult times; those who we consider Returning Citizens. And yet there is that element of interpersonal ministry that Father Joe cares so deeply about, which leads to an interesting conversation about the needs of the communities we serve, both in the flesh and over the web. And make sure to check out Father Jeff Grant's White Collar Week podcast that you can find on https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6NmpP3GoAtPUnY32jJLew! Father Joe and Father Rix will be guests next week as well.--Rev. Jeff Grant, J.D., M.Div. is the Co-founder/Minister of Progressive Prison Ministries, Inc. Jeff is an ordained minister with over three decades of experience in crisis management, business, law (former), reentry, recovery (clean & sober 18+ years), and executive & religious leadership.--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week, Father Rix goes solo as he shares the first moments of meeting Father Joe in seminary and the role that his voice in the diverse community of Union Theological Seminary, and how his law enforcement background offered a new way of thinking about faith in a place of social justice for minority communities of all different stripes. --Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week, we look at the apostle Peter, seeing Jesus walking on water and coming out to meet him on the water. It's something Father Rix and Sister Nicole discuss from a ministerial perspective, while also integrating perspectives from first responders.There are limitations, challenges and general helplessness we can feel on any given day. Today we hope to give a ray of hope for those willing to sacrifice and fulfill the call of love and life we have all been charged with.--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This has been quite the week for St. Joseph Mission, as our House of Worship avoided getting struck by lightning by only feet during a massive storm engulfing the New York/New Jersey area. Father Joe recounts the terror of this experience, while tying together the Gospel for today with the conversation of both the old and the new. Father Rix gives his reflections on Joe’s harrowing encounter, looking towards the community of faith we have been slowly building over the past several years. Finally there’s a conversation about the future From Police to Priest as we are constantly trying to build and evolve this podcast to meet the needs of the moment. So stay tuned! And go in peace, to love and serve the world, and be kind to one another. --Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week Father Joe talks with Father Rix about the Parables of Jesus and how it relates to this podcast and the ministry all of us participate in on a daily basis. Also we've got some updates as to the future of this podcast, so stay tuned!--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

When we are told to scatter seeds in the Gospel... what does that really mean?We all have experiences of changing others' perspectives and ideals of the world by giving the gifts that God has given us. We have the chance to explore this in more depth with Sister Nicole, who joins us once again to explore some her past in relationship to a teaching environment.The summation is that we hope you find a place in this complicated message of bringing a light, but to also reaffirm that you are a light regardless of what others may say, whether from police to priest.--Sister Nicole is a member of the PCC clergy team at St. Joseph Mission Church, and a student at Columbia University in the City of New York, preparing to complete her Master's degree (as well as a former teacher). She works in the field of creative writing and an active participant for St. Joseph Mission Monday through Friday 'Prayers for the Pandemic'--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

As we continue this week with a topic Father Joe feels passionately about, the conversation happening about whether to remove the Statue of Saint Junípero Serra, the Roman Catholic Spanish priest and friar of the Franciscan Order who founded a mission in Baja California. Fr. Joe and Fr. Rix are joined by Sister Nicole, who shares her context combining both the Millennial perspective with her Latina heritage. --Sister Nicole is a member of the PCC clergy team at St. Joseph Mission Church, and a student at Columbia University in the City of New York, preparing to complete her Master's degree (as well as a former teacher). She works in the field of creative writing and an active participant for St. Joseph Mission Monday through Friday 'Prayers for the Pandemic'--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week is a look at the statues being torn down across the country, not just Confederate monuments but also those of the Christian faith. Father Joe and Father Rix debate the importance of statues that cross the lines into the importance of those symbols for faith communities, both who have a very different take on what's going on. While we can be divided on a topic like this, both Rix and Joe encourage us to overcome the anger and frustrations we feel in order to find dialogue and conversations that can move us forwards and heal us as Children of God who all deserve love and respect. Father Joe's Pride Sunday sermon: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=943994972706986 Scripture of the Day: Matthew 10:37-42https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+10%3A37-42&version=NRSV   Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved 

With the world rising up for reforming broken systems that hurt minority communities around the globe, Father Joe and Father Rix discuss this past week's Atlanta shooting of Rayshard Brooks in addition to the ongoing protests sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Father Joe shares certain experiences to highlight the discretion law enforcement has, and the controversial topic of the "Defund the Police" movement. We pray you stay safe and healthy, and continue the fight for Kingdom of Heaven that today's Gospel calls us to embrace. Scripture of the Day: Matthew 10:26-33https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+10%3A26-33&version=NRSV Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Welcome back to this episode From Police to Priest where Father Joe shares his thoughts on the Body of Christ where all are welcome, while Father Rix reflects on the idea that even the holiest among us need the care and compassion. Love be with you all. --Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

It's been a difficult week for all of us. This episode seeks to encourage us to take a breath and reflect on the Gospel that is so meaningful to all of us.. John 3:16-18. It's hard and will always be, but that's the call of the Christian tradition, and we hope you gain something from the insights of two individuals who have stopped to listen and change our behavior and attitude towards others who are different from us, and accept the privilege both of us have so we can do something with it for the benefit of the Kingdom of God.--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

It’s been a rough week for the U.S., where things look like they are only going to get rougher. Father Joe and Father Rix are joined by Sister Nicole this week to discuss the killing of George Floyd and the protests and riots going on across the country.In this week of Pentecost, the burning fires of the Spirit reflect the burning fires that have been made manifest in the fires from skyline views in cities all over.We try to make something positive and powerful by learning from our pasts and offer a message of hope for the future. God love you all.--Sister Nicole is a member of the PCC clergy team at St. Joseph Mission Church, and a student at Columbia University in the City of New York, preparing to complete her Master's degree (as well as a former teacher). She works in the field of creative writing and an active participant for St. Joseph Mission Monday through Friday 'Prayers for the Pandemic'--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  |Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us |---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com |Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch |Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC |Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ |Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell |Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd |Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

This week for the Ascension of the Lord, Father Joe and Father Rix discuss the end of the Easter season, reflections on Prayers During the Pandemic, and finding our way back out into the world.--Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  | Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us | ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

It's a very special episode today as Fathers Joe and Rix join Sister Nicole for a conversation about finding a spiritual home after a life of searching.Sr. Nicole offers such a needed viewpoint in her upbringing in the Catholic faith, while dealing with the issues many young folks face in trying to find a hope.It's powerful hearing from someone who's gifts hadn't been fully realized by her past communities, and the personal transformation and realization that has only risen to the top recently. But there are deeply profound messages within this short saga.It's an episode we hope give hope and love to all those searching for a home, and reassurance that it is possible in the least expected ways.--Sister Nicole is a member of the PCC clergy team at St. Joseph Mission Church, and a student at Columbia University in the City of New York, preparing to complete her Master's degree (as well as a former teacher). She works in the field of creative writing and an active participant for St. Joseph Mission Monday through Friday 'Prayers for the Pandemic'----Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  | Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us | ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved

Father Joseph Ciccone and Father Rix Thorsell talk about the coming end to quarantine around the country in the midst of the still-ongoing pandemic, and reflect on the Scripture passage of the day that tells us "Let your heart not be troubled."----Podbean (our host site): https://police2priest.podbean.com/ |Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a7bHecWAsFAv17PCJVTwI |  Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-police-to-priest-fp2p/id1488164625 |  Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Idyy2pwdjjn3r5eqmkxb4tm7fgy?t=From_Police_to_Priest_FP2P  |  ListenNotes: https://listennotes.com/podcasts/from-police-to-priest-fp2p-police2priest-f0n6oqLzwxu/  | Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/From-Police-to-Priest-(FP2P)-id2465059?country=us | ---Contact us at: stjosephmissionsocialmedia@gmail.com | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjosephmissionchurch | Creation and Distribution by: VNR Media, LLC | Made possible by: Saint Joseph Mission Church, Cliffside Park, NJ | Co-Host: Dr. Joseph Ciccone | Executive Producer, Executive Editor, Co-Host: Rix Thorsell | Artwork Provided by: Sam Proctor (@dedluv_ripvd) www.instagram.com/dedluv_ripvd | Copyright 2020 (C) Rix Thorsell - All Rights Reserved