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College is a time of great stress and uncertainty.  Young people today face stark challenges and many are gripped by chronic loneliness.  Thankfully, there are people like Father Kirby Longo who make it their ministry to reach out and shine a light in the darkness, lifting up the lost and searching and giving them a spiritual home where they can feel loved and supported.  Father Kirby joins Nichol...

As literal tongues of fire descend to the earth in the form of a solar magnetic storm, it is an auspicious time to be celebrating Pentecost.  This joyous holiday marks the beginning of our Church and the faith as a whole.  Join Fr Cochran and Nicholas as we experience the deep mystery of the spirit as revealed during the Pentecost.

Many things take place behind the scenes at a Mass.  There are textiles to be washed, meals to be prepped, equipment that needs maintenance, and salaries to be paid.  All of this is done through the generosity of the Parish.  It is one of the most direct ways that a person can be involved in their Church, as those funds go right back in to creating the spiritual experience that nurtures them.  Fr...

Though most of us are accustomed to the familiar presence of our priest, many of us are unaware of what it takes to become one.  There are many ways to become a priest, whether it be through a Diocese or an Order.  In this episode, we explore the rigorous process involved with joining the Jesuits.  Fr. Cochran and Jonathan Choe join Nicholas to show us a glimpse into the holy experience of becomin...

Easter is a special time of year for Catholics and other Christians around the world.  This celebration contains the core of our beliefs and serves as to a reminder about what makes us Christian.  Join Fr. Cochran and Nicholas as they discuss Easter, its historic roots, and its theological relevance to us today

There are many mysteries of the Catholic faith that are unknown or misunderstood.  Transubstantiation is one of those mysteries.  This episode will change the way that you understand and experience the Eucharist.  Fr. Ed Hislop and Fr. Hightower join Nicholas to get to the real core of Transubstantiation and the Eucharist.

RCIA is the most common way for a person to become Catholic.  But it is far more than just classes to attend.  Fr. Hightower, Erin Turner, and Jon Turner join Nicholas to take a look at this beautiful and meaningful process

A yearly staple here at St. Francis Xavier Parish, the Novenas of Grace are a special type of prayer.  It is a Catholic tradition to have some prayers that extend days, weeks, or months at a time.  The focus here is one a central theme and, as these particular Novenas imply, that theme is grace.  Join Nicholas as we sit down with our Director of Spirituality Luke Larson to explore the deeper meani...

Lent is an introspective time of year.  During this season, we are asked to look within and acknowledge where we fall short of our spiritual goals.  However, there is more to Lent than meets the eye.  This season of penance is also a call to great rejoicing.  Join Fr. Hightower and Nicholas Brouillard as we delve into the foundations of this sacred time of year.

A Mass can be called successful if it brings the congregation to a prayerful state and a feeling of being closer to God.  But it takes far more than just ritual to accomplish this.  Liturgy is everything that goes into making this goal possible, all the way down to the most minute details.  Father Paul Cochran joins us to explore the traditional roots of our liturgy.  Then, Erin Turner and Heidi M...

Within the orders of the Catholic Church there are those tasked with specific roles.  Everyone has their talents and it is of paramount importance to fit people where those talents serve best.  Among fellow Jesuits, this task is one of those delegated to a Provincial.  Join Father Hightower, Nicholas Brouillard, and the Provincial of Jesuits West Father Sean Carrol as we find the answer to our que...

For Catholics, Christmas is a time of sacred rituals and honored traditions.  As long as we can remember, we have been celebrating this holiday with joy.  But what is the deeper meaning here?  How does this season fit into Catholic theology, and how did these traditions and rituals come about?  Join Fr. Paul Cochran and Nicholas as we delve into this precious time when we celebrate light returning...

Advent holds a special place in the hearts of many around the world, and there are many traditions associated with this season of anticipation.  These traditions evolved over the years from mutual association and doctrinal evolution.  Join Father Hightower, Father Cochran, and Nicholas as we begin this most wonderful time of the year with an exploration of its origins.

"Bring Me The Black Robes", said the Salish prophet Shiny Shirt.  The history of the Church in Western Montana is a unique one, as the Jesuits were directly invited by the local tribes who lived in this area.  The Church of St. Francis Xavier was also instrumental in the development of the the city of Missoula and beyond.  Join Father Hightower, Patricia, and Nicholas as we begin our exp...

An introductory episode where the creators of this podcast outline their goals, ambitions, and focal points for the show.  Get to know the people behind VOX SFX as we prepare to enter into this adventure with you. With Colin McCormack, Father Craig Hightower, Father Paul Cochran, and Nicholas Brouillard Music played by Lydia Schmidt

The Joyful Mysteries Prayed on Monday and Saturday Readers: Heidi Martin, Deb Johnson, Marc Tschida, Nicholas Brouillard Music by Heidi Martin 

The Luminous Mysteries Prayed on Thursday Readers: Marc Tschida, Deb Johnson, Heidi Martin, Nicholas Brouillard Music by Heidi Martin

The Sorrowful Mysteries Prayed on Tuesday and Friday Readers: Nicholas Brouillard, Deb Johnson, Heidi Martin, Marc Tschida  Music by Heidi Martin

The Glorious Mysteries  Prayed on Sunday and Wednesday Readers: Deb Johnson, Heidi Martin, Marc Tschida, Nicholas Brouillard Music by Heidi Martin