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Julia Greeley had hardly anything to her name but that didn't stop her from giving her all to help those in need. This is one of the reasons why Julia is a Saint in the Making.

On 15th March 2015 Akash Bashir laid down his life to protect and save the lives of 1,000 Christians. It wasn't a spur of the moment act, it was the fruit and expression of a life full of faith.

Br Thomas Thérèse OP reflects on the Stigmata and those who bear the wounds of Christ. Some of the Saints remind us that every single Christian truly is a stigmatic although we may not necessarily see or feel those wounds of Christ.

Do you ever feel like you need to know lots about the Christian faith before you begin to share it with others? Then you need to know about Blessed Isidore Bakanja! This young man had no eduction and yet he shared the faith with such joy and urgency that it led to the conversion of many. The 15th August is well known for being the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven and it is also the Feast Day of Blessed Isidore Bakanja. This is testament to the immense love that Bakanja had for his Mother Mary. To mark Bakanja's Feast Day we wanted to shine a light on his incredible life. Our Saints in the making series - We often think that the Saints were people who lived a long time ago or had lives massively different from ours. However, God raises up Saints in every generation and they come from all sorts of backgrounds. In the Saints in the making series we look at the heroic lives of recent men and women who are on their way to being recognised as Saints in the Catholic Church. This is Saints in the Making. Check out our website here - https://www.lightfromlight.media

Light from Light is back with a short reflection by Br Thomas Thérèse OP on the wonderful Blessed Solanus Casey. Bl Solanus was a Capuchin friar who lived a humble life of service to all who came to him for help. He was, as the Capuchin Master General at the time of his death said, “an extraordinary example of a true Capuchin and a replica of St. Francis.” Bl Solanus has much to teach us about the Christian life, showing us we can bring the presence of God to others. His feast day is celebrated on the 30th July. Blessed Solanus Casey, pray for us. Check out our Instagram page here - www.instagram.com/lflpodcast/

The Season of Lent has arrived and it is a great opportunity to prepare ourselves for the coming of Jesus at Easter. There are many things that can help to make for a fruitful Lent and in this episode we speak about some of them.

We often think that the Saints were people who lived a long time ago or had lives massively different from ours. However, God raises up Saints in every generation and they come from all sorts of backgrounds. In this series we looking at the heroic lives of recent men and women who are on the way to being recognised as Saints in the Catholic Church. This is Saints in the Making. To mark her Feast Day (25th February) we wanted to shine a light on the incredible life of Blessed Rani Maria Vattalil. Check out our website here - https://www.lightfromlight.media

Saint Josephine Bakhita is a shining ray of hope for all victims of human trafficking and modern day slavery. She is an inspirational demonstration of healing that can be found in Jesus Christ and a sign of hope that one can become whole again. To mark her Feast Day (8th February) we wanted to shine a light on her incredible life. You can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel, click here - https://youtu.be/uMR3KTNQFmQ  In the episode we mentioned a few helpful resources, you can find more information on these through our website - https://www.lightfromlight.media/videos/the-african-flower-saint-josephine-bakhitahttps://www.lightfromlight.media/

Aelred was a talented man in many ways. He was an author, preacher, theologian, leader and diplomat. These many skills meant Aelred rose quickly in the court of King David of Scotland. Aelred lived a comfortable life but he gave up all material goods to follow God's call to become a monk. It is in this life that Aelred found joy surpassing all material goods. This skilled man gave his life to serving God and his brothers, eventually becoming Abbot of the Monastery of Rievaulx. Aelred was a loving brother and inspirational father to his fellow monks. To mark the Feast Day of Saint Aelred we recorded a video discussing Aelred's life and what is arguably his greatest work - Spiritual Friendship. You can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel, click here - https://youtu.be/A7cNz9MC4Tw  We have a new website, check it out here - https://www.lightfromlight.media/

Light from Light is back! A lot has happened, Br Thomas Thérèse has been ordained a Deacon and he has been in Jamaica on summer placement.  Here in England, Queen Elizabeth II has died and so we focus this special episode on her life and her main love, Jesus. 

In this episode Br Thomas Thérèse speaks with Daniel about what it is like to prepare for Ordination to the Diaconate. We cover what a Deacon does, why they are important in the Church and what Br Thomas Thérèse is doing to prepare himself to be a Deacon.  Stay tuned until the end where we share some news on the future of the podcast for the summer and beyond.  Keep Br Thomas Thérèse in your prayers as he prepares for Ordination and over the summer while he ministers to people on the island of Jamaica.  Please feel free to share this episode with others. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. We also welcome suggestions for topics us to cover, just leave a comment on one of our episodes. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse OP for a short reflection on whether the book of Leviticus is still relevant to our lives? Is there anything in the book that can contribute to our lives as Christians?  Be sure to share the reflection with others who may find it beneficial. 

Join us today in this short reflection with Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, on the theme of Jesus' words - The need for the Sacred If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. We will be back with a conversational episode this Saturday so be sure to subscribe and share Light from Light with others. 

In our episode this week Br Thomas Thérèse is joined by a special guest and friend, Andrew. Andrew shares about how his journey of faith has been shaped and transformed by serving others in Lourdes.  Please feel free to share this episode with others. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. We also welcome suggestions for topics us to cover, just leave a comment on one of our episodes. 

It is our 50th episode. Thank you to all of you for listening and supporting the podcast. Be assured that you are in our daily prayers. Our episode this week is looking at the Early Church and some of the hallmarks that we see. We look at some general things about the life of the Church in the Acts of the Apostles and from the early writings of the Church.  Stay tuned til the end where Br Thomas Thérèse has some big news to share.  Please feel free to share this episode with others. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. We also welcome suggestions for topics us to cover, just leave a comment on one of our episodes. 

This week on Light from Light join Br Thomas Thérèse and Daniel return with an episode to continue the mini series on the Holy Spirit. This week's episode is on Pentecost: Covering what Pentecost means, what happened at the first Pentecost and what Pentecost means for our lives. Please feel free to share this episode with others. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. We also welcome suggestions for topics us to cover, just leave a comment on one of our episodes. 

This week on Light from Light join Br Thomas Thérèse and Daniel return with an episode to continue the mini series on the Holy Spirit. This week's episode is on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit. Please feel free to share this episode with others. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. We also welcome suggestions for topics us to cover, just leave a comment on one of our episodes. 

This week on Light from Light join Br Thomas Thérèse and Daniel as they have an episode on The Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Please feel free to share this episode with others. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. We also welcome suggestions for topics us to cover, just leave a comment on one of our episodes. 

This week on Light from Light join Br Thomas Thérèse and Danel as they have an episode on The Joy of the Gospel. Please feel free to share this episode with others. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. We also welcome suggestions for topics us to cover, just leave a comment on one of our episodes. 

This week on Light from Light Br Thomas Thérèse is delighted to be joined by special guest Fr Richard Ounsworth, OP for an episode on Saint Paul's Letter to the Galatians. Fr Richard Ounsworth, joined the Order of Preachers (Dominicans) in 1995, has a Masters and Doctorate from Oxford University and taught Old and New Testament Studies and New Testament Greek at the Dominican Studium and Blackfriars Hall, Oxford. Please feel free to share this episode with others. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. We also welcome suggestions for topics us to cover, just leave a comment on one of our episodes. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel for an episode exploring What happens on Holy Thursday? If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. Please feel free to suggest topics for us to cover in the comments. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel for an episode on the topic of Celibacy: a life giving calling. If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. Please feel free to suggest topics for us to cover in the comments. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel for an episode on Talking about truth.  If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. 

Join us today in this short reflection with Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, on the theme of Jesus' words - Just as you did it to the least of these, you did it to me If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. We will be back with a conversational episode this Saturday so be sure to subscribe and share Light from Light with others. 

Join us today in this short reflection with Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, on the theme of being an opportunity for and Holiness in others.  If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. We will be back with a conversational episode this Saturday so be sure to subscribe and share Light from Light with others. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel for an episode on The Apostle to Prisoners. Blessed Jean-Joseph Lataste is an inspiration of ours and we think his life story will inspire you too. If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. 

Join us today in this short reflection with Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, on the theme God speaking through His people. If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. We will be back with a conversational episode this Saturday so be sure to subscribe and share Light from Light with others. 

Light from Light returns with an extra special reflection. Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on Addictions. If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. We will be back with a conversational episode this Saturday so be sure to subscribe and share Light from Light with others. 

Light from Light returns with an extra special reflection. Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on the subject of Why does He eat with sinners and tax collectors? If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. We will be back with a conversational episode this Saturday so be sure to subscribe and share Light from Light with others. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel by delving into an episode all about Being Merciful. If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. 

Light from Light returns with an extra special reflection. Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on the subject of Everyone is searching for Him. If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. We will be back with a conversational episode this Saturday so be sure to subscribe and share Light from Light with others. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel by delving into an episode all about Our Lady of Lourdes. If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel by delving into an episode all about The Exciting Drama of the Creed. If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of our latest episodes. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel in our first full episode of the year by delving into an episode all about The Marvellous Saint Thomas Aquinas.  If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes. 

Light from Light returns with an extra special reflection. Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on the subject of Rehabilitated   If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. We will be back with a conversational episode this Saturday so be sure to subscribe and share Light from Light with others. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on Who is Mary? The Mother of God.   If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. 

A very Merry Christmas from Light from Light. In this episode Br Thomas Thérèse, OP and Daniel look at The Christmas account in John's Gospel.  If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes. 

Prepare for Christmas with Br Thomas Thérèse, OP. and Daniel. In this episode we delve into Matthew's account of the Birth of Jesus.  If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes. 

Prepare for Christmas with Br Thomas Thérèse, OP. and Daniel. In this bumper episode we delve into Luke's account of the Birth of Jesus.  If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on Humility: make space for God   If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. 

In this episode Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, is joined by Daniel to discuss the season of Advent and how to get the most out of it. If you find that this episode is helpful please share it with others.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes.

In this episode Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, is joined by special guest Aemelia to discuss The Gift of Women in the Church.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes.

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on Christ's Kingship.  "When we put the Most Blessed Trinity at the centre of all we say, all we do, of who we are ... Christ reigns in our hearts."  If you find this reflection beneficial please share with others. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on Christ the King, which is of particular significance with the Solemnity of Christ the King in the Church's calendar.  Light from Light publishes a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays.  Be sure to subscribe in order to be notified when a new episode is released. 

In this episode Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, is joined by co-host Daniel to discuss the calling and mission of the Laity in the Church.  Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes.

Join us for this episode where Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, is joined by a special guest, and good friend, Jonathan. Together they discuss the topic of Purgatory and Praying for the Dead. Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes.

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on The Holy Souls, particularly pertinent for the month of November. Light from Light publishes a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays.  Be sure to subscribe in order to be notified when a new episode is released. 

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, and Daniel as they discuss the topic of Life is Good. Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes.

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on the theme of Why did Jesus die? Light from Light publishes a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays.  Be sure to subscribe in order to be notified when a new episode is released.       

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, and Daniel as they discuss the extraordinary Saint Dominic. Light from Light posts a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays. Subscribe to be notified of the latest episodes.

Join Br Thomas Thérèse, OP, as he reflects on the theme of Rejoice in the Lord always. Light from Light publishes a short reflection on Tuesdays and a conversational episode on Saturdays.  Be sure to subscribe in order to be notified when a new episode is released.