Parousia Podcast

In this week's Parousia Podcast Charbel Raish sits down with the Sisters of Life all the way from New York. They discuss the origins of this exciting and vibrant order in the church as well as the individual vocations of each system. You will also learn a little bit of what they get up to day-to-day. Please pray for this fast-growing religious order and to know more about them click on the link. h...

In this week's Parousia Podcast, Charbel sits down with Fr Ben Saliba. He is currently the MC to Archbishop Anthony Fisher and co-host of the Against The Grain podcast. Fr Ben shares his story from a high flying sales rep to Priest. _________________________   Check out Against The Grain podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@AgainstTheGrainPod Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousi...

With all his eloquence, Fr Jerry Gehringer tells the story of the Blessed Virgin Mary and examines Marian beliefs. While considering the phases of the life of Mary, Father Jerry Gehringer discusses various problems common to mankind of all times and in his inimitable manner reveals clearly that every problem, however difficult, may be resolved. Mankind's need of the Mother of God and her burning l...

In this week's podcast, Charbel interviews Dr Edward Sri, author of 'When You Pray'. Do you ever hear Catholics talk about prayer but feel like you can’t relate? You know prayer is important, but you still find it challenging. Perhaps it’s hard to find time to pray, or you’re unsure what to do when you do pray. Or maybe you feel restless and distracted and don’t feel close to God. You might strugg...

In this episode, Parousia and Against the Grain Podcast join forces to host the founder of the Chastity Project, Jason Evert. They discuss what the word chastity means and why it is misunderstood. They also respond to many of the objections Jason has received to his message from many parents and lobby groups, who were not happy with his visit to Australia. __________________________   Join the Par...

Fr John Ssemaganda presents how Our Lady had set the course for humanity with a warning of a mother in her apparitions in Fatima, Portugal. In Revelation, we are reminded of the enmity between the serpent and the woman from Genesis, between the serpent and her children. She comes to warn us her children. Her warnings from her apparitions in 1917, saved us from Communist Russia, a country in need o...

In this episode, Charbel sits down with Michelle Keller, national coordinator of Mary's Meals in the USA. They discuss the history of this great ministry, feeding millions of people around the world. Learn about the founder and how this important work has spread globally, including all across Europe and Africa. _____________________________   In the interview, the following documentaries are menti...

In this presentation, Fr Daniele Russo helps us to defend and explain the Catholic understanding of Mary. By using typology and a focus on the Marian Dogmas, he aims to help us to grow in our appreciation of and devotion to our Blessed Mother. __________________________   Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/mailing-list/ Parousia is committed to proclaiming the fullness...

In this week's Parousia Podcast, Charbel sits down with Judi Prasser. She is a wife, mother and now author of the brand new publication "God's Love in the Sky", which is a children's book talking about God's original rainbow. This book inspires little minds to see the rainbow as a reminder of God. It helps them to understand that: There are seven colours in the rainbow. There are two different sha...

In this video, Charbel Raish shares his testimony. This conversion story shares what happened that day in the Mosque and the Church! Learn about his family upbringing, and how his school years influenced him. When he finally turned to God, and took his faith in his own hands, he experienced an encounter with Christ. An encounter that radically transformed a young man to be filled with zeal and pas...

In this podcast, we converse with the founders of Mary's Town Rosary Productions, an organization dedicated to praying for the conversion of Hollywood. We discuss the group's origins, its mission, and its impact on the film industry. We also hear about some of the association's members, their experiences and their hopes for the future. David Shaffer and Michael Forbes chat with Charbel to share so...

St. Paul's teaching on the mystery of the Eucharist comes alive in Fr. Pacwa's one hour lecture. Fr. Pacwa cites 1 Corinthians, the only Epistle in which St. Paul addressed the Eucharist, and by relating it to other Eucharistic passages in the Bible, shows that when St. Paul speaks of the "breaking of the bread", he is referring to the Holy Eucharist, to the Mass itself. ___________________ Join t...

In this epidose, Charbel interviews Kendra Von Esh about her conversion story. She was a corporate executive who had it all—high powered job, prestige, summer home, and fantastic family, friends and social life. She didn’t need God, nor did she have time for Him. Join Kendra as she recounts the struggles, triumphs and “God-incidences” that paved her way from the back pew to a state of grace, peace...

Focusing on the Passion and death of our Lord is something at the very heart of our faith. Many people want to grow in holiness but often don’t get very far. Join Fr. Christopher Sharah FSF with an in-depth look into our Lord’s Passion and learn how, by making it a bigger part of our life, we can grow in holiness and intimacy with our Lord. ____________________   Join the Parousia mailing list at...

In this interview, Charbel sits down with Dr Andrew Mullins to discuss his latest book, 'Parenting for Character Applied'. Parenting for Character Applied is a family guidebook & workbook for parents. Parenting for Character Applied is eminently practical. Here you will find a multitude of insights, case studies, points for reflection and practical exercises to work through on your own and as...

Recorded in 2019.   In this presentation, Fr Rizzo speaks about the vices which can lead us to sin and how to best avoid them. He covers various aspects of this topic, including: • The great peace that comes with the sacrament of confession • That saints were also sinners, but by God's grace they were able to become great witnesses of the faith • We are made for eternity - not for the things of th...

Recorded in 2019.   In this presentation, Fr Duncan Wong, FSSP, addresses the topic of the Seven Deadly Sins from a unique perspective.   He highlights the role that Mary plays in helping us in our daily struggles with the devil. _______________________   Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/mailing... Parousia is committed to proclaiming the fullness of truth! If you wi...

In this podcast episode, Charbel interviews Steve Lawrence; Aussie Rules Premiership player with the Hawthorn Football Club, Director of Australia’s largest ever event, World Youth Day 2008, and father of six. Steve addresses questions like what is the purpose of my life, how do I achieve success and what kind of man do I want to become. Drawing from compelling anecdotes of his life as a footballe...

A scriptural study of God as our “Abba” through the five Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary, Dolorosa explores some of the deficits that proceed from woundedness – anger/rage vs. rest; rebellion vs. faith; revenge vs. forgiveness; abandonment vs. presence; perfectionism vs. grace; fear vs. love. We experience what it means to have a safe place to acknowledge weakness and receive strength. We explor...

In this episode, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers talks about finding mercy through Mary, highlighting Her impact in the life of his family.  _______________________ Browse Great Resources: https://store.parousiamedia.com/ Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/mailing.. . Parousia is committed to proclaiming the fullness of truth! If you wish to help us in our mission with a do...

In this talk Stephanie Burke leads a women's healing retreat in Sydney, Australia. In this second part, she will share how God wants to reach us where we are and transform us. In this video, Stephanie will also share practical tips on how can you be healed. This is part 2 of a two-part video series. --------------------------------------- To know more about her ministry: https://spiritualdirection...

In this episode, Charbel interviews Christopher West, president of the Theology of the Body Institute and renowned international speaker. They discuss his work at the institute and also about his latest book release, 'Eating the Sunrise'. ______________________________   To Pre-Order the book now: https://store.parousiamedia.com/eating-the-sunrise-meditations-on-the-liturgy-and-our-hunger-for-beau...

In this talk Stephanie Burke leads a women's healing retreat in Sydney, Australia. In this first part, she will share her testimony on how God healed her brokenness. In this video, Stephanie will also share how you can be healed. This is part 1 of a two-part video series. --------------------------------------- To know more about her ministry: https://spiritualdirection.com/au   Join the Parousia...

While addressing various aspects of modesty around how we dress, speak and act, Robert Haddad explains that we need to restore modesty in the culture today and demonstrates how and why this needs to be achieved. -------------------------------------------- Browse Great Resources: https://store.parousiamedia.com/ Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/mailing... Parousia is...

Prayer. It's mysterious, challenging, frustrating . . . and life-changing. Discover why growing in prayer, which sometimes can be compared to a battle, is worth every ounce of effort you give it. Even if you've never prayed, or if you've never developed the habit of daily prayer, God is waiting to meet you where you are and encourage you every step of the way. Using a simple approach to prayer, yo...