Become Fire Podcast

Because the depths of God's Word are endless, and we had such an amazing response to our last episode on the power of Scripture, Br. Elijah and Fr. Antony continue in Part Two, this time helping you encounter God through the Old Testament. Grab your Bible and dive into this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

Maybe you read the Bible regularly, or at least you used to. Maybe you want to really read it for the first time. Wherever you're at, you probably need some help! Renown Scripture scholar Br. John Barker, OFM is here to help you experience God in new and powerful ways through His Word in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

To celebrate our 50th episode, we've brought along special guests, Sr. Martha and Sr. Pam from the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity to share their truly remarkable life and mission with you all. So, kick back, grab a cuppa, join us as we welcome 2022!

The Holy Scriptures are punctuated throughout with stories of courageous women. So, what do Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba all have in common? Without them, there would be no Christmas! Prepare your heart for the coming of the Lord with the four women of Matthew's Gospel genealogy, in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

Joseph's brothers sold him into slavery and faked his death. He was falsely accused, imprisoned, and eventually became Pharaoh's, right-hand man. But, when he had a chance for revenge, he didn't take it. WHY? Joseph had the joy of the Lord! Light up your rose candle and learn how to get more joy into your life in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

A voice of one crying in the desert. St. John the Baptist signals the conclusion of the Old Covenant while heralding the New. Like John, we can live lives of radical humility and boldness as we too await our Lord's coming. Prepare the way with us in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

One year and almost 50 episodes ago, we began our podcasting journey in this very place, contemplating the beauty and the mystery of Advent, a season of waiting and fulfillment. Journey with us to seek the face of our long-expected Savior in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

As we continue in this month of the Holy Souls, the friars open ye olde mailbag one more time and answer YOUR questions about the Lord, the faith, and the Church... and maybe overshare just a little bit about some Thanksgiving memories. Don't miss this special episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

In a world of binaries, it is assumed that contemporary and traditional Catholicism are at odds with one another. The calling that God has given to our community says otherwise. In this special episode taken from the Diocese of Phoenix "Bishop's Hour" podcast, Fr. Antony shares how you can have a transformative relationship with the Holy Spirit through two forms of Catholic worship.

St. Margaret Mary said, "If only you knew with what great longing these holy souls yearn for relief from their suffering. Ingratitude has never entered Heaven." The Chuch sets aside the month of November to pray for the holy souls in purgatory. Join the friars as they teach a few things (and maybe bust some myths) about the purifying fire of God's love in this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

You may have asked yourself a time or two, "What do those guys actually do all day?" The truth may be exactly what you expected, or it may surprise you. Either way, the only thing we can tell you is that every day serving the Lord as a Religious is an adventure. Come along with us on a journey through a day in the life of a Friar, in this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

Did you know this podcast is fueled by YOU? We get a lot of questions each week at info@becomefire.faith. Some are big enough to fill an entire episode, some aren't. This episode is for all those! Call it a lightning round, or call it a pop quiz, but make sure you don't call yourself out before you see if the friars answered one of YOUR questions in this special episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

It’s that time of year again. Time for the Spirit of Halloween stores to take over every strip mall in America. Sadly, though, our world has lost the plot on what the REAL spirit of Halloween is. Before you head out to buy your candy and costumes, make sure to listen to this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

When asked by a journalist why Catholics focus so much on Mary, St. Teresa of Calcutta replied, “No Mary, no Jesus.” Each year, the Church dedicates the month of October to the Holy Rosary. The friars dive deep into the power and the peace we have access to through this blessed devotion in this week's episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

Body modification has become more commonplace and culturally acceptable over the last couple of decades. Though the Church has no official moral teaching regarding tattoos and piercings, an individual should always think before they ink. The friars break open this and more in this week's episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

"Offer it up." It almost sounds like the Catholic version of "Walk it off." It's true, Jesus paid the ultimate price for our salvation once and for all, but he also wants you to unite your present suffering to his. Learn how to give your pain a purpose in this episode of the Become Fire Podcast.

In 1st Thessalonians, St. Paul says to "pray always." Sounds difficult, doesn't it? Well, thankfully, the preceding verse says "rejoice always," and the verse after it says, "give thanks." God wants you to take your prayer life to the next level and the friars show you how, in this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

No matter which way you stack it, you're going to suffer at some point in your life. The good news is that you are not alone in that suffering, but that Jesus does so with you. In September, the Church celebrates three beautiful and sorrowful feasts. Learn to suffer well with our Lord, our Lady, and St. Francis in this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

Do you feel disconnected from your kids, your spouse? If you're feeling that way, chances are you're not setting aside enough special time for them. In this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast, Fr. Antony and Br. Elijah teach you how to put together an amazing family fun night that you'll not only look forward to each week, but will be sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.

God's is not "magical." He is so much more than that. He is divine. He is perfect. Occult practices may seem harmless, but, in reality, they open us up to demonic influence. Fr. Antony and Br. Elijah discuss why you need to leave the new age behind and embrace the real power in the universe: God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

When he's not rapping about Franciscanism to Hamilton beats or reminiscing about New Jersey, Br. Elijah DeLello is living the devout life of a professed FHS brother. Find out how it all began for him in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

We're observing St. Michael's Lent, 8/15 to 9/29 and we want you to join us. In 1224, St. Francis prayed and fasted 40 days on Mount Alverna in honor of St. Michael, during which he received the holy stigmata. In this week's #BecomeFire Podcast, Fr. Peter Teresa and Br. Elijah teach us why this Franciscan tradition is so important, and how it can enrich your life.

Indulgences. Easily one of the most misrepresented and often misunderstood parts of the Catholic faith. What are they? Who gets them? And why are they good? In this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

The friars head to the movies this week and talk about the 2018 film, "A Quiet Place," starring John Krasinski and Emily Blunt. A species of alien monsters have invaded earth. The only humans to survive are those who live in almost total silence. Fr. Antony and Fr. Peter Teresa break down this surprisingly Catholic-themed film in this week's #BecomeFire Podcast.

In life, we have many decisions to make. It's hard to know which voices to amplify and which ones to silence. The good news is, God wants to be a part of the process. If you've ever struggled with a decision as small as "What shoes should I wear today?", or, as big as "What's my vocation?", this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast is for you.