Old St. Pat's Podcast

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: God's Invitation We Sing God's Truth For The Healing of the World

Have you ever carried something you thought was unredeemable—maybe a mistake, a failure, or a burden so heavy you weren’t sure it could ever be lifted? What if the very thing you most regret or struggle with could, through God’s grace, become the place where healing begins? Redemption isn’t just something that waits for us in heaven. It’s something God offers here and now—through prayer, the sacra...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: For Everyone Born A Place at the Table Diverse in Culture, Nation, Race Hope Will Prevail

When another school shooting takes place, emotions run heavy—anger, grief, fear, frustration, even numbness. And when one of the victims is from Old St. Pat’s, it hits even closer to home. It tears your heart open and fills you with overwhelming sorrow. In those moments, prayer can feel fruitless—or even maddening to hear: “we are praying for you.” Because we know prayer is just one piece. Prayer...

When was the last time you went through airport security, or waited in line to get into a big game or concert? It’s a process — and the more baggage you carry, the harder it is. There are limits on what you can bring: clear bags only, weight restrictions, no sharp objects, nothing flammable. This Sunday’s Gospel uses a similar image — but instead of metal detectors and TSA agents, the focus is the...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: We Sing God's Truth The Lord Is My Light Be Not Afraid

The world doesn’t revolve around us — a truth that cuts straight through our selfie-obsessed culture. The saints knew this well. St. Bernadette, reflecting on her encounters with the Blessed Virgin at Lourdes, once said: “ The Blessed Virgin used me like a broom. What do you do with a broom when you have finished sweeping? You put it back in its place, behind the door .” She understood herself sim...

Today’s special music episode features Aimee Scozzafave & Michael St. Peter, accompanied by Mark Scozzafave on piano. The featured songs in today’s episode, performed solo by Michael Boschert, include: Love Is The Boat The Prayer Taste & See To learn more about Michael Boschert, or to book Aimee and/or Michael as a cantor for your wedding, click HERE .

As we soak in these hot summer days in Chicago, have you ever thought — Pope Leo grew up in this! He knows what it’s like to walk sun-baked city streets and sit on a front stoop on a hot August evening. Today, Father Wall shares how he, too, grew up in Dolton, Illinois, and recently revisited his old neighborhood to see Pope Leo’s childhood home. He reflects on how a boy from such humble beginning...

Today’s special music episode features Michael Boschert, accompanied by Mark Scozzafave on piano. The featured songs in today’s episode, performed solo by Michael Boschert, include: Con Te Partirò Where You Go Panis Angelicus Holy Is Your Name Ave Maria To learn more about Michael Boschert, or to book Michael as a cantor for your wedding, click HERE .

Have you ever found yourself clinging to a title, a job, a situation, a lifestyle—or even an identity—that deep down isn’t giving you life? Maybe it feels empty, like you’re wearing a mask just to keep up a charade. Or you find yourself constantly busy with activities that drain you, not fill you, all in an effort to maintain an image or a certain status. God invites us to confront the illusions w...

Have you ever tried to pray and wondered if you’re doing it right? You're not alone—and the good news is, you don’t need to have it all figured out. Prayer isn’t about perfection. Jesus gave us the Our Father as a simple, tender way to speak to God—like a loving parent who sees you as absolutely perfect, just as you are. And if that’s true—if God really sees us with that kind of unconditional love...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: My Soul Is Filled With Joy How Can I Keep From Singing Canticle of Turning

Have you ever stopped to think—when was the last time you truly encountered someone in need? We may say we support the poor, or care about those who are struggling… but support from a distance is different than standing face to face. As Dale Carnegie once said, "The sweetest sound to someone’s ears is the sound of their own name." It’s a reminder that at the heart of every person—regardless of wha...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Lord, You Have the Words Here I Am Lord Amazing Love

Have you ever felt like you’re living inside a sitcom? You know—those moments where you’re faced with a decision and you know the right thing to do… and yet somehow, you still don’t do it? Maybe you delay, make excuses, dodge the situation entirely, and then things spiral into full-on Seinfeld-style chaos? Maybe it’s that idea you had to help a neighbor or a cause, but you never followed through....

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Gathered As One May God Guide You Go, Be Justice

Do you ever feel the need to be in control? Maybe you like to have a plan—or three—before stepping into the unknown. Whether it’s a job interview, a first date, or a financial investment we all crave certainty. We want the outcome before we even take the risk. But life—and faith—doesn’t work that way. In today’s episode, we explore the tension between our desire for control and God’s invitation to...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Grateful  American Anthem This Is My Song

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The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: A Place at the Table Receive Who You Are  I Am The Bread of Life

Are you ready to take control of your money and build the financial future you deserve? Join Start Smart Finance co-founders for a Financial Fitness Workshop for Young Adults today, Tuesday, June 24th, from 7 to 8:30 PM at Fellowship Hall, 625 West Adams in Chicago. Whether you’re looking to budget better, save smarter, or tackle debt, this free event is here to help you thrive.  Register by Frida...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Here I Am Lord A Place At The Table I Am For You