Faith in the Everyday

Meet Ashne and Mark, a married couple of over 18 months, bringing together unique vocations—Mark as a recording artist and Ashen in her work with the Victorian Court Services. In this Vocations Month Special, they share the joys and challenges of the journey to marriage, how they’ve woven their lives together, and offer heartfelt advice for those discerning the call to the vocation of marriage.

Meet Marini, a psychologist who specialises in neurodivergence across children, adolescents, young adults, and parenting. In this episode, she joins the podcast host to unpack a polarising yet important conversation: should we see a psychologist or simply pray to God about our pain and trauma? Marini also dives into the realities of anxiety and mental health in young people today, sharing insights...

Welcome to this special episode of the Faith in the Everyday Podcast. This week, we’re joined by Jerome, co-founder of Urban Praise. Urban Praise was born in October 2005 out of a Relief Concert organized to raise funds for victims of Hurricane Katrina. What makes Urban Praise truly unique is its diverse membership—bringing together individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and churches acro...

Meet Leonie and Justin, a young married couple from West Melbourne, nearing their first anniversary. Both serve as youth leaders in their local community and bring a deep love for faith into their relationship. In this episode, they share how prayer became the foundation of their journey together—especially during their dating phase—and reflect on the importance of trusting fully in God’s providen...

Meet Marco, a young adult from St Benedict’s Parish in Melbourne and the creator of the AcrossthePews Instagram page. In this episode, Marco shares his inspiring journey from agnosticism to becoming a passionate defender of the Catholic faith. He opens up about the profound supernatural encounter that transformed his spiritual life and set him on fire for God.

Welcome to a special edition of the Faith in the Everyday Podcast! Today, we're celebrating a major milestone-our 100th episode! To mark the occasion, we're joined by three vibrant youth and music ministers from the Jesus Youth Movement in Melbourne. Together with our host, they explore the beauty and challenges of serving in youth and music ministry, sharing inspiring insights on how we can be a...

Meet Stef, the Mission Coordinator at St Benedict’s Parish in Burwood. In this episode, Stef shares her powerful journey from a life of lukewarm faith to being on fire for God and actively serving her parish community. She also opens up about the joys and challenges of balancing her role in ministry with motherhood, offering a heartfelt glimpse into a life rooted in purpose and faith.

Meet Aileen, a returning guest who previously shared her journey with mental health and navigating high school. Now a university student, Aileen returns to reflect on her transition into young adulthood. In this episode, she speaks about the importance of sisterhood, discipleship, and maintaining balance in order to truly flourish in this new season of life.

Meet Jess, a passionate youth minister and young adult from St Declan’s Parish in the Archdiocese of Sydney. In 2022, she embarked on a transformative year with the Youth Mission Team in Melbourne. Returning to the podcast, Jess shares her reflections on the dangers of burnout in ministry and the importance of grounding our identity firmly in Christ.

Welcome to this special episode of The Faith in the Everyday Podcast. Today, we mark a profound moment in history-the passing of the Holy Father, Pope Francis. In this short episode, we're joined by Patrick Padua, reporting from Rome. Patrick stood among the faithful and saw the Pope less than twelve hours before his passing. He shares with us a personal reflection from the heart of the Vatican, a...

Meet Fr Justin, a priest of the Missionaries of God’s Love and an associate priest at St Benedict’s Parish, Burwood. In this short episode, Fr Justin offers a gentle and hope-filled reflection on how we can still enter into a beautiful Easter celebration—even if Lent didn’t go as planned. His words remind us that God’s mercy meets us right where we are.

Meet Jas, a passionate youth minister and young adult from the Archdiocese of Perth. She is the founder and director of Daughters of Christ, a lay movement and sisterhood for young adult women focused on Bible study and street outreach. In this episode, Jas shares her journey into faith, the heart behind founding the sisterhood, and offers inspiring insights on living as a disciple of God—even in...

Meet Claire, co-host of the  Outside the Chapel  podcast, presented by ICON Ministry. As a recurring and inspiring voice on the podcast, Claire joins this episode to explore what it means to experience Lent in today’s world. Alongside the host, she offers valuable insights on how young people can embrace the practice of sacrifice and cultivate a spirit of silence during this season, creating space...

Meet Steph, a mother, project officer and wife of the podcast host; as she joins this episode for a heartfelt conversation on relationships. Together, she and John discuss the transition from singleness to committed partnership, sharing their personal journey and experiences. They offer valuable advice and insights on navigating relationships in a fruitful and God-centered way.

Meet Rosario, the Sydney-based author behind the Talitha Journal/Ministries. In this episode, she explores the crucial role of the Church in addressing mental health, emphasizing the power of faith communities in providing support and healing. Rosario shares her personal struggles with mental health and her transformative journey toward healing through an encounter with God's mercy. She also offer...

Meet Blaine, a passionate and charismatic youth minister from the Archdiocese of Melbourne. After dedicating two years to full-time ministry with the Youth Mission Team, he joins this episode to share his experiences and key lessons from his journey. Blaine also explores the vital skill of setting goals, with a special focus on creating realistic and meaningful goals for our spiritual lives.

Meet Michelle, a social worker serving in medical centers across Melbourne. In this episode, Michelle joins podcast host John to explore the complexities of young adulthood, touching on topics like self-worth tied to academic success, body image, bullying, and more. Drawing from insights in Episode 83 with Aileen, a young school leaver, they offer a thoughtful discussion on navigating these challe...

Meet Rosemine, a vibrant youth minister from Melbourne and an active member of the Jesus Youth Movement. In this episode, Rosemine opens up about her journey into a deeper faith, sharing her experiences with honesty and heart. Together with podcast host John, she delves into the role of music ministry, particularly in the context of charismatic praise and worship, offering valuable insights on fos...

Meet Patrick, a passionate parishioner and volunteer at St Benedict’s Parish, Burwood. In this episode, Patrick shares his profound journey from Atheism to Catholicism, exploring the pivotal moments and challenges along the way. Listen as he speaks vulnerably about the intricacies that shaped his faith and his path into Christendom.

Welcome to the Faith in the Everyday Podcast Reflection Series. Today, we are delighted to be joined by Fr. Justin from the Missionaries of God’s Love, who will help us reflect on how to spiritually enter into the New Year. Take a moment with us to prepare your heart and mind for the blessings and opportunities that lie ahead.

Welcome to the Faith in the Everyday Podcast Reflection Series. Today, we are honored to be joined by Fr. Justin from the Missionaries of God’s Love, who will guide us in reflecting on the joyous anticipation of our Lord's coming this Christmas Day. Take a moment with us to contemplate this sacred and beautiful event.

Meet Fr. Luke CP, a Passionist Priest and the Coordinator of the Passionist Youth Retreat Team in Melbourne. In this episode, Fr. Luke shares insights on connecting with the Church's structured prayers, the role of body posture in prayer, maintaining a healthy spiritual life after the holiday season, and navigating burnout in ministry. Join us for a thoughtful and encouraging conversation with Fr....

Meet Aileen, a vibrant youth minister in the Archdiocese of Melbourne and an active member of the Elevate and iStand Youth Groups. Having just graduated from high school, Aileen vulnerably shares her journey through mental health challenges and how faith-filled friendships and a deep relationship with God helped her overcome them, bringing her to a place of healing. Her story is one of hope, resil...

Meet Fr. Josh, a Missionary of God’s Love priest who recently celebrated 18 months of priesthood. In this episode, Fr. Josh shares his remarkable discernment journey into the priesthood, reflects on the true meaning of prayer, and offers insights on how to speak about God to those who aren’t Christian. He also shares ways to center our time on God during the Christmas season.

Meet Gabe, a dedicated member of the Youth Mission Team who recently completed his year of mission in Melbourne. In this episode, Gabe shares his journey into a deeper faith in God and the call that led him to dedicate a year of his life to mission. He also reflects on the beauty and power of being vulnerable in prayer with God. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Gabe.