The Journey Podcast

The Journey Podcast

Speaking Life through word and song, on-air and online, to the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, and beyond.

Episodes

Week 615–Gospel Reflection–Fr John Paul Escarlan–Love One Another

May 15, 2025 • 2 mins
Fr John Paul Escarlan says in the Gospel Jesus gives us his command to love one another. We know well that sometimes it is difficult to love even those close to us, but Jesus reminds us today to love as he loves, not with emotional love but with agape love. God’s love is unconditional, merciful and forgiving, constantly searching and reaching out to show mercy
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Week 615–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–All Is Gift

May 15, 2025 • 3 mins
Mother Hilda explains the monastic rule on possessions, that nothing is owned in person, that all belongs to the community, and all is gift from God. We have much to learn from this rule; life & every facet of it belongs to God, who created all things, and we have the privilege of its use
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250518 Journey Catholic Radio Week 615

May 15, 2025 • 51 mins
On The Journey This Week: Fr John Paul Escarlan says Jesus calls us to love as he loves, not with emotional love but with agape love Mother Hilda explains the monastic rule on possessions. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Christy Honeysett, and Fr Dave Callaghan.
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Week 615–Cultivating Holiness–Christy Honeysett–God’s Gift

May 15, 2025 • 2 mins
Christy Honeysett says the desire for union with God, others, and creation is a God-given gift reflecting our innate longing to belong and be interconnected, as seen in the concept of Ubuntu, which teaches that "I am because we are." Jesus speaks of this divine union in John 17, emphasizing that just as He is one with the Father, we are called to be one with each other and with God
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Week 615–The Call–Fr Dave Callaghan MGL–Boldness

May 15, 2025 • 2 mins
Fr Dave Callaghan MGL contrasts the boldness required to be either a great sinner or a great saint, with most people choosing to remain in a safe, middle ground of small sins and silent inaction, reflecting the common human tendency to avoid bold commitment. We’re challenged to reflect on our own stance, questioning whether we are willing to embrace the courage needed to truly follow Christ, even to the cross
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Week 615–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Double-Edged Challenge

May 15, 2025 • 7 mins
Bishop Tony Percy says It is in every one’s interest – Catholic or not, believer or not – to want the best for Pope Leo XIV. By taking the name Leo XIV, our new pope is telling us, as did Leo XIII: In times of great change, we need to rediscover our rich spiritual tradition and not be afraid of new developments
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Week 614–Gospel Reflection–Fr Rob Galea–A Mother’s Vision

May 8, 2025 • 2 mins
Fr Rob Galea pays tribute to all mothers on this Mother’s Day as well as it being “Good Shepherd Sunday” and tells the story of his own very unlikely vocation as a priest thanks to his mother’s vision and perseverance in prayer. Pray constantly for our children and grand-children that they will discover their fruit-filled vocation in life
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Week 614–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–On the Mat with God

May 8, 2025 • 2 mins
Mother Hilda shares a difficult story of a 5-year-old child affected by domestic violence and the consequences of his sudden outburst during a class. His fellow classmates recognise his need and provide him with a safe environment while at school
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Week 614–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Contaminated, Discouraged, Diminished

May 8, 2025 • 3 mins
Bishop Tony Percy says that in Acts 13, Paul and Barnabas face rejection while preaching the Gospel, but they shake the dust off their feet as a refusal to be contaminated, discouraged, or diminished in fervour by the rejection they have experienced and move on with joy and the Holy Spirit
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Week 614–Smart Loving–Byron & Francine Pirola–Three Tips for Trust

May 8, 2025 • 2 mins
Byron & Francine Pirola say trust is fundamentally built through consistently keeping promises (both explicit and implicit), speaking truthfully with kindness, and offering sincere apologies when mistakes occur that take responsibility and include reparative actions can help restore and maintain trust over time
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250511 Journey Catholic Radio Week 614

May 8, 2025 • 51 mins
On The Journey This Week: Fr Rob Galea pays tribute to all mothers on this Mother’s Day and tells the story of his own very unlikely vocation. Mother Hilda shares a story of how children provide a safe environment for a classmate. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Byron & Francine Pirola, and Fr Mike Delaney
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Week 614–God in the Everyday–Fr Mike Delaney–Federation Peak

May 8, 2025 • 3 mins
Peak Fr Mike Delaney reflects that a recent climber's death on Federation Peak brought back vivid memories of his climb, including a moment of panic on the rock face and the dangers they overcame together. It reminds us of the importance of taking life one step at a time, with gratitude and awareness of God's presence in every moment
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Week 613–Gospel Reflection–Fr Joshua Wicker–Transformed

May 1, 2025 • 2 mins
Fr Joshua Wicker says this week’s readings juxtapose Peter's transformation from his denial of Jesus during the trial to his courage before the Sanhedrin, highlighting how encountering the risen Christ completely changed the disciples. We too can be Transformed by our encounter with the risen Christ.
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Week 613–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Charcoal Fire

May 1, 2025 • 3 mins
Bishop Tony Percy says St. Peter shows how personal weakness can become strength. Jesus does not ‘point the finger’ at Peter but rather questions him three times about his love. St. Peter’s story invites us to acknowledge our failures honestly and draw closer to Christ’s love, praying simply, “Jesus, you know all things, you know that I love you.”
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Week 613–The Bush Deacon–Josh Clayton–When Your Kids Challenge You

May 1, 2025 • 3 mins
Deacon Josh Clayton describes how children's questions can challenge and deepen our own faith understanding. When children and young people question our faith, we should recognize these moments as valuable opportunities to engage their curiosity, share our personal testimonies, explain the Gospel, and deepen our own understanding
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Week 613–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–Fr Brown

May 1, 2025 • 2 mins
Mother Hilda reflects on a Father Brown mystery episode and how the advice he gives in that episode is equally applicable to us now. it is a comforting thought that God is with us in life despite our failings, and He will surely be with us in death, encouraging us to trust in His mercy and pray for a happy death
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250504 Journey Catholic Radio Week 613

May 1, 2025 • 50 mins
On The Journey This Week: Fr Joshua Wicker says have the same invitation as Peter and the disciples to an encounter Jesus risen and alive. Mother Hilda reflects on a Father Brown mystery episode. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy, and Deacon Josh Clayton
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Week 613–Milk & Honey–Trish McCarthy—Eyes

May 1, 2025 • 1 min
Trish McCarthy says the eye is the lamp of the body, the tool our brain uses to perceive and the window to our soul. By caring for our physical health and nurturing positive thoughts, we can improve both the appearance of our eyes and the reflection of our soul's well-being
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Week 612–Living the Gospel-Pete Gilmore—The Faith of Thomas

April 24, 2025 • 2 mins
. Pete Gilmore says Thomas is someone whose example we should follow. Thomas was struggling with unbelief, but his solution was more Jesus, not less, to ask for something incredible and to say to God, no, I need to meet you here and in this place. Jesus is ready to meet us in our need. Are we ready and willing to call out to him?
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Week 612–The Word–Fr Mark De Battista–Wounds of Doubt

April 24, 2025 • 3 mins
Fr Mark De Battista says Jesus demonstrates extraordinary mercy and compassion. Christ heals our wounds of doubt and disbelief by inviting us to encounter his own wounds first, showing that true spiritual healing comes through connection with the Risen Lord.
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