Podcast appearances and mentions of Josephine Bakhita

Ungana nami Patrick Tibanga katika kipindi cha Tafakari Nasi, Mwezeshaji ni Mhashamu Method Kilaini, Askofu Msaidizi Mstaafu wa Jimbo Katoliki Bukoba, akielezea juu ya Wajibu wa Wazazi kuwapeleka wa Watoto wao kwa Mungu. L'articolo Fahamu historia ya Mtakatifu Josephine Bakhita. proviene da Radio Maria.

Full Text of ReadingsFifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 75The Saint of the day is Saint Jerome EmilianiSaint Jerome Emiliani's Story A careless and irreligious soldier for the city-state of Venice, Jerome was captured in a skirmish at an outpost town and chained in a dungeon. In prison Jerome had a lot of time to think, and he gradually learned how to pray. When he escaped, he returned to Venice where he took charge of the education of his nephews—and began his own studies for the priesthood. In the years after his ordination, events again called Jerome to a decision and a new lifestyle. Plague and famine swept northern Italy. Jerome began caring for the sick and feeding the hungry at his own expense. While serving the sick and the poor, he soon resolved to devote himself and his property solely to others, particularly to abandoned children. He founded three orphanages, a shelter for penitent prostitutes and a hospital. Around 1532, Jerome and two other priests established a congregation, the Clerks Regular of Somasca, dedicated to the care of orphans and the education of youth. Jerome died in 1537 from a disease he caught while tending the sick. He was canonized in 1767. In 1928, Pius Xl named him the patron of orphans and abandoned children. St. Jerome Emiliani shares the celebration of his liturgical feast with St. Josephine Bakhita on February 8. Reflection Very often in our lives it seems to take some kind of “imprisonment” to free us from the shackles of our self-centeredness. When we're “caught” in some situation we don't want to be in, we finally come to know the liberating power of Another. Only then can we become another for “the imprisoned” and “the orphaned” all around us. Saint Jerome Emiliani is the Patron Saint of: OrphansAbandoned Children Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Full Text of ReadingsSaturday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 328The Saint of the day is Saint Josephine BakhitaSaint Josephine Bakhita's Story For many years, Josephine Bakhita was a slave but her spirit was always free and eventually that spirit prevailed. Born in Olgossa in the Darfur region of southern Sudan, Josephine was kidnapped at the age of 7, sold into slavery and given the name Bakhita, which means fortunate. She was resold several times, finally in 1883 to Callisto Legnani, Italian consul in Khartoum, Sudan. Two years later, he took Josephine to Italy and gave her to his friend Augusto Michieli. Bakhita became babysitter to Mimmina Michieli, whom she accompanied to Venice's Institute of the Catechumens, run by the Canossian Sisters. While Mimmina was being instructed, Josephine felt drawn to the Catholic Church. She was baptized and confirmed in 1890, taking the name Josephine. When the Michielis returned from Africa and wanted to take Mimmina and Josephine back with them, the future saint refused to go. During the ensuing court case, the Canossian Sisters and the patriarch of Venice intervened on Josephine's behalf. The judge concluded that since slavery was illegal in Italy, she had actually been free since 1885. Josephine entered the Institute of St. Magdalene of Canossa in 1893 and made her profession three years later. In 1902, she was transferred to the city of Schio (northeast of Verona), where she assisted her religious community through cooking, sewing, embroidery, and welcoming visitors at the door. She soon became well loved by the children attending the sisters' school and the local citizens. She once said, “Be good, love the Lord, pray for those who do not know Him. What a great grace it is to know God!” The first steps toward her beatification began in 1959. She was beatified in 1992 and canonized eight years later. Reflection Josephine's body was mutilated by those who enslaved her, but they could not touch her spirit. Her Baptism set her on an eventual path toward asserting her civic freedom and then service to God's people as a Canossian Sister. She who worked under many “masters” was finally happy to address God as “master” and carry out everything that she believed to be God's will for her. Learn more about Saint Josephine Bakhita! Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

February 8th, 2025:  St. John of Matha and St. Josephine Bakhita;  Bear One Another's Burdens;  Don't Lose the Offertory

Hebrews 13:15-17, 20-21 (May the God of peace, who brought the great shepherd from the dead, equip you with everything good) 1 Corinthians 7:25-35 (The virgin is anxious about the things of the Lord)

In this episode we look at David Fanshawe's African Sanctus and the incredible fusion of Sudanese and European traditions as a springboard for speaking about the life of St Josephine Bakhita. As usual, however, there will be a bit of plainchant, a bit of choral music, and something completely different. THE LITURGICAL LOOKING GLASS is a programme that looks at the liturgy of the week ahead and music that is inspired by it either directly or indirectly. It is written by Nick Swarbrick and co-presented by Tim Hutchinson. It airs every Friday at 10am and is rebroadcast at 10pm. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider making a once off or monthly donation to Radio Maria England by visiting www.RadioMariaEngland.uk or calling 0300 302 1251 during office hours. It is only through the ongoing support of our listeners that we continue to be a Christian voice by your side.

Today Simon is joined by fellow Modern Slavery advocate Mark Little who received an MBE from the Queen for his work fighting modern slavery worldwide. Simon looks at the life of St Josephine Bakhita, who was herself a slave and is the patron saint of human trafficking and whose feast the Church celebrates on 8th Feburary, and what it is that inspires him to fight for the enslaved, whilst Mark shares some cases of slavery in Nepal and India where much of his work has been based. For more information see: www.rcdea.org.uk/caritas-east-anglia/modern-slavery/ . The Modern Slavery Helpline is 08000 121 700. JUST LIFE is a human formation programme brought to you by Radio Maria, airing on weekdays at 10am and rebroadcast at 10pm.  If you enjoyed this programme, please consider making a once off or monthly donation to Radio Maria England by visiting www.RadioMariaEngland.uk or calling 0300 302 1251 during office hours. It is only through the ongoing support of our listeners that we continue to be a Christian voice by your side.

Explore the life of St. Josephine Bakhita, a woman who endured unimaginable suffering yet emerged as a beacon of faith, resilience, and hope.  During our journey, you will: Discover how St. Josephine Bakhita's story shows that faith and forgiveness bring true freedom, even in hard times. Hear how freedom isn't about avoiding struggles but facing them with love and trust in God. Reflect on her life and find lessons to inspire your own journey of hope. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “In God's will, there is great peace.” - St. Josephine Bakhita Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope, click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support/

5th February, 2025 – In this episode of “Saint of the Week,” host Sabrina looks at two saints: St. Catherine de' Ricci and also St. Josephine Bakhita.  Both had very different journeys to holiness, but most importantly, they were two beautiful sisters who only had hearts for the Lord. L'articolo E174 | Saint of the Week – Sabrina McKiernan – St. Catherine de' Ricci and St. Josephine Bakhita. proviene da Radio Maria.

Op 8 februari gedenken we de heilige Josephina Bakhita. Het leven van St. Josephine Bakhita heeft door de jaren heen veel mensen geïnspireerd, vooral mensen in Soedan en Zuid-Soedan. Hoewel ze het grootste deel van haar leven in Italië doorbracht, werd ze oorspronkelijk geboren in de Soedanese regio van Afrika. Bakhita werd geboren in het […]

1/29/25 - We dedicate today's show to the life of St. Josephine Bakhita, the patroness of Sudan and human trafficking survivors. Born into slavery in Sudan, St. Josephine endured unimaginable suffering before being liberated and eventually embracing the Catholic faith. As a member of the Canossian Daughters of Charity in Italy, she became a beacon of hope and compassion. Through her story of perseverance, forgiveness, and deep trust in God, St. Josephine reminds us of the dignity of every person and the power of God's love to heal even the deepest wounds. Tune in as we explore how her remarkable journey from slavery to sainthood continues to inspire and challenge us to live out our own faith with courage, humility, and fortitude.

Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn, Lucas Pollice and Veronica Ambuul discuss the scourge of human trafficking. How is the Catholic Church working to aid human trafficking survivors, and what can individuals do to combat this problem?

Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they explore the lives of three amazing saints! Discover how their faith, struggles, and hope in Christ can inspire you to grow stronger on your spiritual journey. During our journey, you will: Hear how St. Bernadette trusted God and stayed faithful, even through tough times. Learn how St. Brother André's simple life and strong faith led to amazing miracles. Be inspired by St. Josephine Bakhita's journey from slavery to sainthood through forgiveness and hope. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “The saints have always been the source and origin of renewal in the most difficult moments in the Church's history.” - St. Ignatius of Antioch, as quoted by Pope St. John Paul II Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope, click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support/

While the Bible remains the unshakable center of our faith, understanding the broader context of church history will enrich our spiritual life in Christ. And so, Stephanie invites you into her conversation with authors Ben Lansing and Dan Marotta. Their collaborative effort is “Our Church Speaks”, a book featuring 52 Christian saints connecting modern audiences with 2000 years of Christian tradition. In today's culture, dominated by a staggering number of celebrities, Ben and Dan propose a focus on Christ-centered heroes of the faith, past and present, as a healthier alternative. Recounting stories of saints can help reconstruct what it means to follow Christ, providing a curative narrative amid societal disillusionment. This perspective isn't anti-celebrity, but rather an appeal to prioritize emotional and spiritual well-being by valuing Christ-centered faith over celebrity culture. Ben and Dan underscore the value of saints as role models in stark contrast to today's idolized celebrity culture. Instead of pursuing a transient notion of the "good life" defined by cultural standards of beauty, success, and fame, the authors advocate emulating the virtues demonstrated by saints. These figures, pointing to Christ, offer a remedy for the anxiety and vanity pervasive in modern society. Ben and Dan draw parallels between the decline of the Roman Empire and current Western attitudes. The past's cultural uncertainties mirror today's sentiments. For example, the conversion of Augustine and the transformative power of faith, urge today's youth to find fulfillment in Christ rather than material success. Through the lens of history, Ben and Dan highlight the monastic movement's rise during turbulent times, structured around prayer and work. The lessons from these Christian communities remain pertinent today, providing a model for spiritual stability amidst chaos. The consistent theme of God's faithfulness through uncertain times emphasizes the reliability of prayer as a structural life foundation, rather than a mere emotional expression. Josephine Bakhita and Polycarp, for example, left indelible marks on Christian history. Josephine Bakhita's story of transcending slavery through faith—embracing her given name "Lucky" while finding true fortune in Christ—offers a lesson in finding freedom through spiritual dedication rather than the absence of constraints. Polycarp's unwavering faith despite persecution illustrates the early church's resilience and engagement with Scripture. His steadfastness serves as a source of encouragement for modern believers facing challenges to their faith, reinforcing confidence and trust in divine grace. Ben Lansing's role as an artist intertwines with his spiritual journey, as he finds inspiration in portraying saints from diverse eras and professions. His insights reveal how art and history can illuminate God's work across various cultures and time periods. Stephanie Rousselle reflects on how the book sparked her curiosity to learn about historical Christian figures, like the first Korean martyr, thus enhancing her appreciation for global Christian heritage. Dan Marotta shares his transformative encounter with church history through Ben, emphasizing themes of self-sacrifice present in the lives of saints. These true stories provide a humbling counterbalance to modern comfort-driven lifestyles, inspiring humility and faithful witness over martyrdom or suffering. The conversation touches on the negative implications of social media, this "giant mirror" reflecting and magnifying vanity issues. Emulating saints can redirect this focus, reducing self-promotion and increasing service to others, leading to genuine happiness and fulfillment. Ben and Dan conclude by inviting us to look beyond digital media, encouraging engagement with visual and historical narratives that convey beauty and truth. Their collaborative project aims to connect past and present, offering illustrations and biographies of Christian heroes of the faith to motivate deeper spiritual reflection. MORE ABOUT “OUR CHURCH SPEAKS” Do you ever feel like you're alone in your struggles to live out the Christian faith? Do you ever read the Bible yet still wonder what it looks like to follow Jesus in the complexity and difficulty of our time? The stories of great men and women throughout the history of the church can help us form a bridge between the teaching of Scripture and our embodied lives. This illustrated devotional vividly depicts the lives and words of great women and men of faith. Artist Ben Lansing and Anglican priest D. J. Marotta offer fifty-two profound images and reflections on Christians, from Polycarp in the first century to the martyrs of Sudan in the twenty-first century. These saints, from every continent and century of church history, demonstrate the historic church's relevance for Christians today and reveal God's faithfulness in all times and circumstances. The artwork, biographies, devotionals, and prayers in this book are meant to spark our imaginations, helping us to be faithful here and now, in our own age. More at https://www.ourchurchspeaks.com/  Order via ivpress.com here: https://www.ivpress.com/our-church-speaks  Order via Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Church-Speaks-Illustrated-Devotional/dp/151400903X  Order via Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/our-church-speaks-ben-lansing/1145030215  Our Church Speaks is an illustration series featuring the words of Christians from around the globe, across traditions, and throughout the centuries. Each saint in this series is commemorated in the Book of Common Prayer tradition, in the global Anglican communion's calendar of saints. C.S. Lewis called for Christians to "keep the clean sea breeze of the centuries blowing through our minds." Our Church Speaks aspires to open the perspective of modern Christians to this clean breeze of the witness of the historic church. Our Church Speaks is an ongoing project, currently at over 250 portraits, with new work every week. You can follow the latest entries on Instagram. Prayers and liturgies in this project are from the Book of Common Prayer. This project is aligned with the historic interpretation of the Christian Bible, as summarized by the Nicene Creed and expressed in the Documentary Foundations of the 2019 edition of the Book of Common Prayer (pgs. 766-802). Discover the stunning art gallery that inspired the book at https://www.ourchurchspeaks.com/gallery  MORE ABOUT THE AUTHORS Ben Lansing is an artist and author from Richmond, Virginia. His award-winning art has appeared in hundreds of American publications over the past two decades. His work has been featured in the Newseum in Washington D.C. and received multiple Best in Show awards from the Virginia Press Association. In 2007, in response to the mass shooting at Virginia Tech, Ben created Today, We Are All Hokies, an editorial illustration that received global attention. John Seigenthaler, Sr., founding editorial director of USA Today, nominated this image for a Pulitzer Prize in 2007. Ben is currently the cartoonist for Jeff MacNelly's classic comic strip, Shoe. Ben is an ordained Anglican deacon and a lifelong student of the history of art and religion. 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14th September, 2024  – In this episode of Chatechesis, Father Adrian is joined by Thomas Roche.  He tells of the two ways of knowing God:  through reason and through revelation.  He gives the lovely story of St. Josephine Bakhita “the flower of the African desert” and how she found God. L'articolo E3 | Chatechesis – Fr Adrian Crowley – Ways of Knowing God proviene da Radio Maria.

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Join us on a journey of spiritual growth, transformation, and wisdom this Lenten Season. Each week we sit with four incredible women; and as a small group, we reflect on the Living Word of the Lord, and the lives of some of the greatest female Saints and a Servant of God.As we kick of the The Year of the Zinnia, we will take the next six weeks to cultivate the sacred soil of our hearts for seeds of new Resurrected life. Zinnias are the hardest working flower in the garden. They are One Tough Bloom. Let us prepare the gardens of our hearts and our homes for The Divine Gardner.St. Josephine Bakhita, pray for us.Grab a One Tough Bloom Mini Bundle, and follow along with us each week at https://www.wearethelightproject.org/product-page/2-bloom-bundle✨Verse of the Week✨

Have a Social with the Saints! Receive encouragement for your daily life as we meet & discuss St. Josephine Bakhita, who after being captured and sold into slavery, found a remarkable freedom in Christ. How will she help you? Get a free quote card, pamphlet & phone wallpaper of St. Josephine Bakhita here. We invite you to share them with friends and family. We want to hear from you! What struck you about St. Josephine Bakhita? Please send us your feedback to join the conversation by email at ministry@pilgrimcenterofhope.org The official Socials with the Saints theme song is “Hero's Ascent” by Chris Haugen. Used with permission. Thanks for listening and remember, you are never alone in the communion of the saints! May God bless you. Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Full Text of ReadingsFriday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 333The Saint of the day is Saint Jerome EmilianiSaint Jerome Emiliani's Story A careless and irreligious soldier for the city-state of Venice, Jerome was captured in a skirmish at an outpost town and chained in a dungeon. In prison Jerome had a lot of time to think, and he gradually learned how to pray. When he escaped, he returned to Venice where he took charge of the education of his nephews—and began his own studies for the priesthood. In the years after his ordination, events again called Jerome to a decision and a new lifestyle. Plague and famine swept northern Italy. Jerome began caring for the sick and feeding the hungry at his own expense. While serving the sick and the poor, he soon resolved to devote himself and his property solely to others, particularly to abandoned children. He founded three orphanages, a shelter for penitent prostitutes and a hospital. Around 1532, Jerome and two other priests established a congregation, the Clerks Regular of Somasca, dedicated to the care of orphans and the education of youth. Jerome died in 1537 from a disease he caught while tending the sick. He was canonized in 1767. In 1928, Pius Xl named him the patron of orphans and abandoned children. St. Jerome Emiliani shares the celebration of his liturgical feast with St. Josephine Bakhita on February 8. Reflection Very often in our lives it seems to take some kind of “imprisonment” to free us from the shackles of our self-centeredness. When we're “caught” in some situation we don't want to be in, we finally come to know the liberating power of Another. Only then can we become another for “the imprisoned” and “the orphaned” all around us. Saint Jerome Emiliani is the Patron Saint of: OrphansAbandoned Children Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Cale chats with Peter Atkinson about St. Josephine Bakhita and the Merry Beggars' new series: “The Saints”. Plus: how Lego and other companies are targeting today's “Kidults”. 

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Homily

Father Anthony, Tony, and Christina discuss the importance of silence and the life of St. Josephine Bakhita.

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Feast of St. Josephine Bakhita 2024

Fr. Patrick preached this homily on February 8, 2024 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Wadsworth, OH. The readings are from 1 Kgs 11:4-13, PS 106:3-4, 35-36, 37 and 40 & Mk 7:24-30.

Full Text of ReadingsThursday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 332The Saint of the day is Saint Josephine BakhitaSaint Josephine Bakhita's Story For many years, Josephine Bakhita was a slave but her spirit was always free and eventually that spirit prevailed. Born in Olgossa in the Darfur region of southern Sudan, Josephine was kidnapped at the age of 7, sold into slavery and given the name Bakhita, which means fortunate. She was resold several times, finally in 1883 to Callisto Legnani, Italian consul in Khartoum, Sudan. Two years later, he took Josephine to Italy and gave her to his friend Augusto Michieli. Bakhita became babysitter to Mimmina Michieli, whom she accompanied to Venice's Institute of the Catechumens, run by the Canossian Sisters. While Mimmina was being instructed, Josephine felt drawn to the Catholic Church. She was baptized and confirmed in 1890, taking the name Josephine. When the Michielis returned from Africa and wanted to take Mimmina and Josephine back with them, the future saint refused to go. During the ensuing court case, the Canossian Sisters and the patriarch of Venice intervened on Josephine's behalf. The judge concluded that since slavery was illegal in Italy, she had actually been free since 1885. Josephine entered the Institute of St. Magdalene of Canossa in 1893 and made her profession three years later. In 1902, she was transferred to the city of Schio (northeast of Verona), where she assisted her religious community through cooking, sewing, embroidery, and welcoming visitors at the door. She soon became well loved by the children attending the sisters' school and the local citizens. She once said, “Be good, love the Lord, pray for those who do not know Him. What a great grace it is to know God!” The first steps toward her beatification began in 1959. She was beatified in 1992 and canonized eight years later. Reflection Josephine's body was mutilated by those who enslaved her, but they could not touch her spirit. Her Baptism set her on an eventual path toward asserting her civic freedom and then service to God's people as a Canossian Sister. She who worked under many “masters” was finally happy to address God as “master” and carry out everything that she believed to be God's will for her. Learn more about Saint Josephine Bakhita! Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Some will try to cause us to forget who we are. Christ will always be here to remind us of the truth within.

St. John of Matha and St. Josephine Bakhita *Bear One Another's Burdens *Don't Lose the Offertory Subscribe and Rate on Apple Podcasts

A daily news briefing from Catholic News Agency, powered by artificial intelligence. Ask your smart speaker to play “Catholic News,” or listen every morning wherever you get podcasts. www.catholicnewsagency.com - The House Foreign Affairs Committee has advanced a resolution to increase sanctions and pressure on the Nigerian government over the rampant persecution of Christians and other minorities in the country. Sponsored by Representative Chris Smith, the resolution would call on the Biden administration to designate Nigeria a “country of particular concern” (CPC), a designation that comes with additional sanctions. The resolution would also urge the administration to appoint a special US envoy to Nigeria to monitor and report on incidents of persecution. For years now Nigeria has been recognized by religious rights groups as one of the most dangerous countries in the world to be a Christian. Smith and other proponents of the bill, including Alliance Defending Freedom International (ADF), maintain that adding Nigeria to the State Department's CPC blacklist would be an effective means to pressure the Nigerian government to address the persecution. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/256765/house-advances-resolution-to-increase-sanctions-on-nigeria-over-persecution-of-christians Record rainfall in Southern California led to flooding and landslides this week, particularly in the Los Angeles area, where the local branch of Catholic Charities is soliciting donations to help with relief efforts. Alexandria Arnold, a spokeswoman for Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, told CNA that the geographic area they serve — which includes the counties of Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara — is facing flooding and mudslides expected to be some of the “largest and most significant in our counties' history.” She encouraged people of goodwill to donate to the Disaster Relief Fund of Catholic Charities of Los Angeles online. After years of serious drought, California endured an extremely wet 2023 that saw “atmospheric rivers” bring drenching rains and mudslides to parts of the state. After four straight days of heavy rain ended on Wednesday, some parts of the LA metro area had received more than a foot of rain. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/256764/catholic-charities-seeks-donations-to-offer-help-amid-california-flooding-mudslides The bishops of Virginia condemned a bill advancing in the state Legislature that could legalize assisted suicide, warning that it “makes the most vulnerable even more vulnerable” and puts them at risk of “deadly harm.” https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/256762/virginia-bishops-warn-of-deadly-harm-in-new-assisted-suicide-bill Today, the Church celebrates Saint Josephine Bakhita, a Canossian Sister who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in Sudan. Josephine Bakhita was born in 1869, in a small village in the Darfur region of Sudan. She was kidnapped while working in the fields with her family and subsequently sold into slavery. She bore her suffering valiantly though she did not yet know Christ or the redemptive nature of suffering. When she was bought and freed in Italy, Josephine remained there and decided to enter Canossians in 1893. She made her profession in 1896 and was sent to Northern Italy, where she dedicated her life to assisting her community and teaching others to love God. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-josephine-bakhita-680

8 February 2024

Happy feast of St. Josephine Bakhita! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her incredible story, and how she's come to be invoked against the evil of human trafficking. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast with emotional and health considerations to help you have a fruitful Lent, and Sr. Alicia Torres on how to use Lent as a way to refocus on Jesus in the Eucharist. Plus news, weather, sports and more...

7th February, 2024 – Join Sabrina as she talks about the life and impact of St. Mel of Longford, nephew of St. Patrick. St. Josephine Bakhita, a former slave, religious sister and patron of all who suffer human trafficking. St. Cuthmann of Steyning, an English saint and shepherd's son who cared for his mother and […] The post E128 | Saint of the Week – Sabrina McKiernan appeared first on Radio Maria Ireland.

Papa Seer tells the tragic origin story of Saint Josephine Bakhita , who was stolen from her homeland of South Sudan and sold into slavery at age 7. “The Glory of Black” is a four part podcast series dedicated to the lives of African & African-American Saints. The saints are considered heroes of the Catholic faith, lives deified with holiness due to their wondrous acts of love and charity on Earth. In most ATR's and African- American practice's the saints have been synchronized with spirits, deities and the voodoo lwa pantheon, an esoteric practice used to disguise our once outlawed religions to preserve them. Although these images of Catholicism were not originally correlated with any of our beliefs, the ancestors grew to love and appreciate the power of working with the saints. Because of this, there are many traditionalists to this day who disregard saint veneration as solely a Eurocentric tradition. Hoodoo Conjure Rootwork LLC presents this four part series in hopes to enlighten the world on the “Black” influence that has transformed the catholic faith and to give voices to these often forgotten and unknown figures that represent the “Glory of Black.”How to Create a Glitch in the MatrixA useful guide on how to experience simulation theory, first hand. Based upon the books...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show Follow @PapaSeer On IG Book A Reading With Papa Seer Join The Discord Server (Conjure Square Group Chat ) Classes Shop Follow Us On Clubhouse Donate To Our Podcast Show Credits Producer - @PapaSeer Writer - @PapaSeer Editor- @Papa Seer

Our Patron of the BE A SAINT KIDS CLUB this month, St. Josephine Bakhita, is an incredible example of forgiveness. And yet, it's hard to fully understand what forgiveness is and how we practice forgiveness. So, this week join us as we discuss what forgiveness is NOT, what Jesus taught about forgiveness, the steps to offering forgiveness, why we also have a reason to forgive and how God forgives. This week the Catholic Sprouts Podcast is sponsored by the Augustine Institute and their new WORD OF LIFE SERIES, curriculum designed to not only teach the faith, but also enable children to become part of the New Evangelization. To find out more, head here: https://www.wordoflifeseries.org/    Check out the Catholic Sprouts Podcast ARCHIVES! https://catholicsprouts.com/podcast-archives/    Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/    Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com 

Our Patron of the BE A SAINT KIDS CLUB this month, St. Josephine Bakhita, is an incredible example of forgiveness. And yet, it's hard to fully understand what forgiveness is and how we practice forgiveness. So, this week join us as we discuss what forgiveness is NOT, what Jesus taught about forgiveness, the steps to offering forgiveness, why we also have a reason to forgive and how God forgives. This week the Catholic Sprouts Podcast is sponsored by the Augustine Institute and their new WORD OF LIFE SERIES, curriculum designed to not only teach the faith, but also enable children to become part of the New Evangelization. To find out more, head here: https://www.wordoflifeseries.org/    Check out the Catholic Sprouts Podcast ARCHIVES! https://catholicsprouts.com/podcast-archives/    Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/    Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com 

Our Patron of the BE A SAINT KIDS CLUB this month, St. Josephine Bakhita, is an incredible example of forgiveness. And yet, it's hard to fully understand what forgiveness is and how we practice forgiveness. So, this week join us as we discuss what forgiveness is NOT, what Jesus taught about forgiveness, the steps to offering forgiveness, why we also have a reason to forgive and how God forgives. This week the Catholic Sprouts Podcast is sponsored by the Augustine Institute and their new WORD OF LIFE SERIES, curriculum designed to not only teach the faith, but also enable children to become part of the New Evangelization. To find out more, head here: https://www.wordoflifeseries.org/    Check out the Catholic Sprouts Podcast ARCHIVES! https://catholicsprouts.com/podcast-archives/    Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/    Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com   

Our Patron of the BE A SAINT KIDS CLUB this month, St. Josephine Bakhita, is an incredible example of forgiveness. And yet, it's hard to fully understand what forgiveness is and how we practice forgiveness. So, this week join us as we discuss what forgiveness is NOT, what Jesus taught about forgiveness, the steps to offering forgiveness, why we also have a reason to forgive and how God forgives. This week the Catholic Sprouts Podcast is sponsored by the Augustine Institute and their new WORD OF LIFE SERIES, curriculum designed to not only teach the faith, but also enable children to become part of the New Evangelization. To find out more, head here: https://www.wordoflifeseries.org/    Check out the Catholic Sprouts Podcast ARCHIVES! https://catholicsprouts.com/podcast-archives/    Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/    Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com   

Our Patron of the BE A SAINT KIDS CLUB this month, St. Josephine Bakhita, is an incredible example of forgiveness. And yet, it's hard to fully understand what forgiveness is and how we practice forgiveness. So, this week join us as we discuss what forgiveness is NOT, what Jesus taught about forgiveness, the steps to offering forgiveness, why we also have a reason to forgive and how God forgives. This week the Catholic Sprouts Podcast is sponsored by the Augustine Institute and their new WORD OF LIFE SERIES, curriculum designed to not only teach the faith, but also enable children to become part of the New Evangelization. To find out more, head here: https://www.wordoflifeseries.org/    Check out the Catholic Sprouts Podcast ARCHIVES! https://catholicsprouts.com/podcast-archives/    Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/    Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com   

Our Patron of the BE A SAINT KIDS CLUB this month, St. Josephine Bakhita, is an incredible example of forgiveness. And yet, it's hard to fully understand what forgiveness is and how we practice forgiveness. So, this week join us as we discuss what forgiveness is NOT, what Jesus taught about forgiveness, the steps to offering forgiveness, why we also have a reason to forgive and how God forgives. This week the Catholic Sprouts Podcast is sponsored by the Augustine Institute and their new WORD OF LIFE SERIES, curriculum designed to not only teach the faith, but also enable children to become part of the New Evangelization. To find out more, head here: https://www.wordoflifeseries.org/    Check out the Catholic Sprouts Podcast ARCHIVES! https://catholicsprouts.com/podcast-archives/    Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/    Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com   

Our Patron of the BE A SAINT KIDS CLUB this month, St. Josephine Bakhita, is an incredible example of forgiveness. And yet, it's hard to fully understand what forgiveness is and how we practice forgiveness. So, this week join us as we discuss what forgiveness is NOT, what Jesus taught about forgiveness, the steps to offering forgiveness, why we also have a reason to forgive and how God forgives. This week the Catholic Sprouts Podcast is sponsored by the Augustine Institute and their new WORD OF LIFE SERIES, curriculum designed to not only teach the faith, but also enable children to become part of the New Evangelization. To find out more, head here: https://www.wordoflifeseries.org/    Check out the Catholic Sprouts Podcast ARCHIVES! https://catholicsprouts.com/podcast-archives/    Find fun, meaningful, faith-filled projects for your own family in the Catholic Family Resource Library. https://catholicsprouts.com/catholic-family-resource-library-signup/    Catholic Sprouts is a production of Spoke Street Media. For more great Catholic podcasts, check out spokestreet.com   

"The whole of my life has been God's gift”Kidnapped as a child and sold into slavery, Saint Bakhita held onto hope through her suffering. When she looked to the stars and sun, she knew that there must be a Master of the universe and her desire to know God shaped the course of her life. Come listen to this extraordinary story of forgiveness and the pursuit of joy from the incredible Saint Bakhita! Parental Guidance Note: We start the story of Josephine Bakhita with the scene of her and her friend being kidnapped by slave traders. Parents can pre-screen 4:50-6:45 and review for sensitive younger ears.Support the showPlease rate, review and share with friends and family! Please consider helping us keep this podcast going by supporting Saints Alive on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?fan_landing=true&u=63731511 Find resources on the saints, discussion questions and more about our team by visiting our website: https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/

Full Text of ReadingsThursday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 332The Saint of the day is Saint Jerome EmilianiSaint Jerome Emiliani's Story A careless and irreligious soldier for the city-state of Venice, Jerome was captured in a skirmish at an outpost town and chained in a dungeon. In prison Jerome had a lot of time to think, and he gradually learned how to pray. When he escaped, he returned to Venice where he took charge of the education of his nephews—and began his own studies for the priesthood. In the years after his ordination, events again called Jerome to a decision and a new lifestyle. Plague and famine swept northern Italy. Jerome began caring for the sick and feeding the hungry at his own expense. While serving the sick and the poor, he soon resolved to devote himself and his property solely to others, particularly to abandoned children. He founded three orphanages, a shelter for penitent prostitutes and a hospital. Around 1532, Jerome and two other priests established a congregation, the Clerks Regular of Somasca, dedicated to the care of orphans and the education of youth. Jerome died in 1537 from a disease he caught while tending the sick. He was canonized in 1767. In 1928, Pius Xl named him the patron of orphans and abandoned children. St. Jerome Emiliani shares the celebration of his liturgical feast with St. Josephine Bakhita on February 8. Reflection Very often in our lives it seems to take some kind of “imprisonment” to free us from the shackles of our self-centeredness. When we're “caught” in some situation we don't want to be in, we finally come to know the liberating power of Another. Only then can we become another for “the imprisoned” and “the orphaned” all around us. Saint Jerome Emiliani is the Patron Saint of: OrphansAbandoned Children Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

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We'll continue to use the same reflection and examen for the rest of the week. New reflections will be added every Sunday. *Due to Covid-19, our 2020 reflections are re-purposed from earlier examen episodes.