Bitesize chunks of faith

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on the drama of the election of the new Pope, a new leader for the global Roman Catholic Church and thinks about some qualities needed for this task and shares some prayers for Pope Leo Xiv and all in Christian leadership around the world.

In this weeks episode Jono discusses a programme the church has run over the past year using a grant from the central church about mental health called mind matters.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on the life and ministry of Pope francis and uses a powerful reflection The Pope wrote while in hospital to reflect on what is important in life.

In this weeks episode Jono shares the story of a man called Jim Fleming who spoke recently about god's guidance on his life as a church planter and in the transition to a new role as a pastoral care coordinator.

In this weeks episode Jono hears from Ross Munro ,a church planter working in the titanic quarter of Belfast and leading a church plant called the Gathering.

In this weeks episode Jono shares the experience of another church planter in the Diocese called Matthew Gault who is working in a loyalist estate called Tullycarnett in East Belfast.

In this weeks episode Jono shares the thoughts of a church planter called Tim Burns who is working with refugees and Asylum seekers in a project called the suitcase project.

In this weeks episode Jono shares the story of a man called James Crockett who works as a church planter in a housing estate called The Braniel estate in Belfast. James tries to reconnect those who have got disconnected or never had a previous church connection. he shares the significance of Isaiah 61 verses 1-3 on God's call on his life to this ministry.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about an old testament prophet called Haggai who got involved in rebuilding the church when people had lost heart and how his message holds hope for today.

In this weeks episode Jono speaks to Canon Bill Press about his faith journey, his recent sabbatical and a book he has writeen about ST.Patrick.

In this weeks episode Jono gives an insight into how his churches finances are overseen and how priorities are dealt with.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on how people can encourage us out of the blue and come alongside us almost as God's designated person for that moment.

In the teeth of Storm Eowyn Jono reflects on its impact and on the perspective faith in Jesus brings to the storms we face in life.

In this weeks episode Jono Calls the listeners to pray for situations which feel overwhelming, the Los Angeles wildfires, the Civil war in South Sudan where our church has missionary links, the proposed ceasefire in Gaza and Israel and The challenges in our local community.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about being a good neighbour, one of Jesus's commands and priorities and shares the inspiring example of his mum's neighbours and friends who look after her so well and support her so well.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about leaving our mark on the world as he reflects on the lives of 3 very significant people who died recently.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about this commonly asked question at this time of year. What might it look like for a member of the clergy? What might it look like for You?

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about the creative ways churches are reaching out with the message of Christmas and about why they are doing this.

In this weeks episode As the season of Advent begins, Jono thinks about the idea of waiting for the coming of Jesus and what that might look like for us today.

In this weeks episode Jono reflects on a recent confirmation service and says a little about what confirmation is and how meaningful the Bishop made this service for all the candidates.

In this weeks episode Jono thinks about an epic cycle challenge for Children in need, a charity that supports many projects working with vulnerable children and young people across the country. He offers some suggestions for a spiritual challenge. Are you up for it?

In this weeks episode Jono encourages us to think about what its like to be in someone else's shoes as a means of being more compassionate and praying with insight for their situation.

In this weeks episode Jono gives thanks for the infrastructure, the people who are important in his everyday life and encourages the listener to do the same

In this weeks episode Jono thinks of the many occasions in life and ministry where he feels compelled to rely on God to get him through and shares the words of a powerful hymn to reflect on this.

In this weeks episode Jono speaks to a man whose life was powerfully changed by encountering Jesus. His daughter was instrumental in inviting him to church for the first time and He has an extremely powerful story to share. Please be aware that the episode contains references to drug taking and self harm and suicidal thoughts which some listeners may find upsetting.