Inspirit Podcast

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, from the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, interview Sruthi Urumbackal and Noah Gerard on their personal encounters with the Eucharist. This initiative was developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress, which will be held from May 23rd to 25th in Somerset, New Jersey. To know more about the...

In this episode, Fr. Thomas, Chris, and Anthony are joined by coach and founder of Fit from Faith, Lindsay Fullerman. Lindsay, who has a background in health, wellness, and theology, shares about her calling to found the ministry - Fit from Faith. We interview Lindsay to discuss how fitness can be a source of healing, joy, and growth and help us grow in our relationship with Christ. To know more a...

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, from the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, share Eucharistic reflections based on the writings of the East Syriac Saint - St. Ephrem. This initiative was developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress, which will be held from May 23rd to 25th in Somerset, New Jersey. To know more about the Sy...

In this episode, Chris and Anthony are joined by Brian Mundackal, Executive Director of Lumen Vitae (a nonprofit that empowers children through education), to discuss the role of education and stable families in tackling poverty. Brian speaks from his experience in Haiti, where Lumen Vitae was founded in 2016. We discuss the role of education and family in forming children and how education and a...

In this episode, Fr. Thomas and Anthony are joined by V.George Maliekel to discuss and explore the topic of leadership. About our guest:V.George Maliekel is the Executive Chairman of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc (JDS Inc.), the parent company of Hollister Incorporated, an independent, employee-owned global medical devices company that develops, manufactures, and markets healthcare pro...

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, from the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, share Eucharistic reflections based on the writings of the East Syriac Saint -St. Ephrem. An initiative developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress. To know more about the Syro Malabar Eucharistic Congress, visit: https://www.smeucharisticcongress...

In this episode, Fr. Thomas, Anthony, and Chris explore the topic of social media - its pros and cons. They talk about the effects social media has on each of us and how it impacts young people. Show notes US Surgeon General Advisory - Social Media and Youth Mental Health: https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/sg-youth-mental-health-social-media-advisory.pdf Gaudium et spes: https://www.vatican....

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, from the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, share Eucharistic reflections based on the writings of the East Syriac Saint, St. Ephrem. An initiative developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress. To know more about the Syro Malabar Eucharistic Congress, visit: https://www.smeucharisticcongress...

In this episode, Anthony and Chris are joined by Simi Sahu (a Consecrated Virgin for the Diocese of Palm Beach) to discuss Young adulthood, the unique challenges it presents, and how to navigate them. Show Notes:The Grand Inquisitor - Fyodor Dostoevsky: https://www.gutenberg.org/files/8578/8578-h/8578-h.htmTo learn more about Anointed and Sent, a young adult ministry by Amoris Christi, visit https...

Fr. Joby Joseph and Fr. Thomas Pulickal, both from the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago, share Eucharistic reflections based on the writings of the East Syriac Saint, St. Ephrem. Hymns on the Unleavened Bread is an initiative developed in preparation for the first St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Chicago Eucharistic Congress. To know more about the Syro-Malabar Eucharistic Congress, vi...

In this episode, Fr. Thomas, Chris, and Anthony explore the topic of Friendship — the graces and joys of friendship, the challenges, and how friendship is essential for the Christian journey. We explore how loneliness manifests, what friendship looks like in today's world, and what we can do to foster authentic Christian friendships. Inspirit is a podcast by Amoris Christi, a long-form podcast...

In this episode, Fr. Thomas and Anthony tackle the topic of work-life balance and burnout. They discuss an understanding of work in the world today and how we, as Christians, understand work. Show notes: Charles Taylor on Secularity:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3Hy31vv3uY&ab_channel=BerkleyCenter St. John Paul II on the dignity of work - Laborem Exercens -  https://www.vatican.va/content...

In this episode Fr. Thomas, Anthony and Chris discuss about AI - a basic understanding of what is AI and how we are to approach AI.

In this episode, Fr. Thomas and Anthony are joined by Fr. Jose Lopez from the Archdiocese of Miami to discuss Faith and Science and how the two need and benefit from each other. They discuss how a proper understanding of faith and how we understand science allows us to see the beauty of both while acknowledging the tension and challenges that arise from both. Isaiah 45, regarding Cyrus the King: h...

In this episode, Fr. Thomas and Anthony are joined by Dr. Edward Edezhath to discuss the call of laity in today's world. We discuss the Post Synodal Apostolic exhortation by St. John Paul II -Christifidelis laici (Christ's Faithful People) Introduction to Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales: https://a.co/d/9bEFDYG Passionately Loving the World by St. Josemaria Escrivá: https://www.stjosemaria.org/...

In this episode Chris and Anthony talk with Br. Emile of Taizé about polarization in todays world and how each of us are called to overcome it. Br. Emile shares with us insights from his experience at Taizé and around the world on this topic. To know more about Taizé visit ⁠https://www.taize.fr/⁠ Rachel Goldberg- Polin poem - One Tiny Seed ⁠https://forward.com/fast-forward/573260/one-tiny-seed-rac...

Chris, Fr. Thomas and Anthony dive into our calling to seek knowledge and what it means to engage reality with our intellect. La Disputa by Rafael in the Sistine Chapel, Rome: https://www.flickr.com/photos/justaslice/49814260661 Man’s search for meaning by Viktor Frankl: https://a.co/d/b2BDx8R St John Henry Newman on Angels: https://www.cardinaljohnhenrynewman.com/st-john-henry-newman-on-angels/ B...

What does it mean to be a leader? Are self-help techniques helpful? Is there anything for Christian leaders to learn from the professional world? In the second episode of InSpirit, Fr. Thomas shares insights into leadership and how all of us are called to lead. Additional Resources The Personalism of John Paul II - John F.Crosby https://a.co/d/gzbHyG0 The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Succes...

In this premiere episode of Inspirit, Dr. Anthony discusses his medical experiences in the Peruvian Amazon, and we explore connecting themes of service and mission. To know more about mission doctors: visit missiondoctors.org. To know about the Apostolic Vicariate of San Jose de Amazon visit: ⁠https://sanjosedelamazonas.org/⁠ Pope St. Clement - “Preserving the Unity”- ⁠https://stmaryrockledge.org/...

Dr. Jolly John, DMSc, PA-C and Dr. Anthony Kunnumpurath, MD join Aby in discussing the various benefits of friendship by diving into some studies and personal experiences.

In this episode Fr. Thomas sits down with Gustavo Romersi, owner of Konie Cups International, to discuss his experience running a business, advice for Catholic entrepreneurs, and Catholic principles for career discernment. Gustavo invites any questions so please feel free to send any questions to media@amorischristi.org and we’ll have him look them over!

In this first episode of the Amoris Christi Podcast, Fr. Thomas Pulickal and Aby Abraham discuss the research on Friendship currently being done by the Institute for Excellence. They dive into what the Institute is, and why friendship became the first topic that was taken up.