The Christian Circle

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. John Bosco. He speaks about: -How Don Bosco's own brush with poverty led to his ministry for the young? -How vocations do start young - The service of John Bosco to the youth ministry

In this episode, Pamela talks to Lorelei Savaryn about teaching children about Christianity through Christian example. She tells us: -Why it's important to teach kids about our faith? -How we need to know our faith before we teach our kids. -How to answer tough questions from our children?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Thomas Lickona about raising children of character. He tells us: -Why character development is so important for kids? -How kids need and appreciate discipline. -How children learn by example and repetition. -How we need to remember we're raising future adults -How fostering spiritual development is the best gift we can give our children.

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. Padre Pio. He speaks about: -Padre Pio's many spiritual gifts including his stigmata, ability to read people and bilocation. -How Padre Pio remained humble and obedient despite opposition. -The Five Steps of Holiness by Padre Pio -Why Christians should pray.

In this episode, Pamela talks to Heather Morse about a ministry in human trafficking. She speaks about: -Why Christians need to build bridges to the vulnerable women of society. -What steps you can take to prevent and help victims of human trafficking in your own local community? -How can you begin a ministry in this area. -How sharing the gospel and loving people can make a huge difference in peo...

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. Faustina and the Divine Mercy of Jesus He speaks about: -How St. Faustina Kowalska was directed by Jesus to spread the Divine Mercy -What the Divine Mercy of Jesus is all about? -The lessons we learn from Poland and the meaning of adversity -The breadth and width of God's mercy for us!

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. Catherine of Siena. He speaks about: -How St. Catherine was shaped by her conversations with Jesus -How she put Christ first in all things -How we can focus on prayer this Lent -What is our purpose in life?

In this episode, Pamela talks to John and Teri Bosio about preparing for marriage They talk about: -Why preparation is so important before marriage? -What should this preparation involve? -Advice to single people on the lookout for life partners? -How can single people resolve emotional hurts, pains and the past? -What should be the prayer of single people?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. Augustine of Hippo. He speaks about: -How St. Augustine had his Damascus moment? -How we shouldn't judge people coming back to the Church. -How prayer matters for conversion. -How only God can fill the God sized vacuum in our hearts!

In this New Year episode, Pamela talks to Chaplain Adele about fulfilling our spiritual resolutions with God's help. She speaks about: -Whether it's normal to repeatedly fail -How can we keep persisting? -How to face obstacles and overcome discouragement?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about the mystery of the Magi and St. Nicholas before Christmas. He talks about: -Who were the Magi? -What can we learn from the Magi and St. Nicholas? -What do their gifts represent? -How we can put Christ back into Christmas?

In this episode, Pamela talks Gretchen about Advent and the spiritual preparation before Christmas. She talks about: Ways to celebrate Advent Choosing spiritual gifts for our loved ones Celebrating the Christmas season and not just the day Starting a liturgical revolution

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about saying yes to die for Christ like Christ. He talks about St. Maximilian Kolbe's life and his choice to say yes to dying for a stranger during his imprisonment in Auschwitz. He also explains how this man accepted this call right from his childhood up to his death, following in the footsteps of Christ. Kolbe is a great example for suffering Christians a...

In this episode, Pamela talks to Michele and Emily about Christian friendship. The women talk about their own friendship and answer questions like: Why are Christian friendships so important? And what is a Christian friendship anyway? What sets Christian friends apart from the rest? How does one go looking for or making these friends? What is my responsibility as a Christian friend?

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles, about the Apostle Peter, his ministry and transformation from a fisherman to fisher of men. Charles highlights: - The difference between Peter and Judas - His openness to the Holy Spirit - His ability to seek the Lord and remain loyal to Him. - The spiritual journey and maturation of Peter

In this episode, Pamela talks to Gordon Grose, counselor and author of "Transforming Tragedy" about preparing, facing and transforming tragedy in our lives. Gordon answers the following questions: - Can we prepare spiritually or otherwise for tragedy? - How do we transform tragedies in our life? - What are the steps involved in this transformation? - Why he picked Job as a model for this transform...

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles about St. Therese's "Little Way." He describes the "Little flower"s troubled childhood and singular focus on her vocation. He explains the philosophy of the "Little Way" and how we can do little things with great love in our lives.

In this episode, Pamela talks to Mary Kathryn Sparrow about building a good marriage. Mary answers questions about: Why is marriage called a vocation? What is God's role or His place in the life of a married couple? Is prayer important for married couples? If yes, how do they incorporate it into their busy lives? What practical tips can you give those struggling with problems/ difficult life partn...

In this episode, Pamela talks to Charles Johnston (From nowthatimcatholic.wordpres.com) about the life of Paul the Apostle. Charles shares about zealous Paul's Jewish background. He also talks about Paul's turning point on the road to Damascus, how we can emulate the apostle and what major lessons can be learned form Paul's ministry.

In this episode, Pamela talk to Maria Garabis Davis about fellowship and what it really entails. Maria answers questions about: Why fellowship is important? Keeping track of the fine line between concern and intrusion The indirect ways of fellowship Keeping fellowship still focused on God In her own words, "If you want to experience fellowship, then ask the Holy Spirit to show you and he will."

In this episode, I talk to popular blogger, Charles Johnston about the three pillars of Lent and how to keep up our Lenten practices long after Lent is over. Charles Johnston is a father and husband in Phoenix, Arizona. His conversion journey has taken years, as he felt God pulling him toward His Church but he resisted until he couldn't take it anymore. He gave in and fell in love with His Church....

In this episode, Stephen Spillane, a blogger for SpiritualityIreland.org, talks about being different for Lent. He also talks about he how arrived at his Lenten preparation list. Listen to him as he explains how retreats, books and church courses have helped him grow spiritually through this season.

In this episode, Pamela talks to popular youth animator Siana Dias about the youth and their approach to Christianity. She answers questions about: 1. The main problems of youth and their perspective of the faith 2. The difference in how we're passing down our faith to the next generation 3. Practical advice to parents of teenagers 4. Three tips to help young people grow in their faith 5. Personal...

In this Episode, Pamela talk to Ronita Fernandes, a musician, singer and worship leader, whose been active in the ministry for over a decade. She shares what it's like to pray, discern and live a calling to the music and worship leading ministry, with practical advice about fellowship and introspection.

Episode one where we introduce who we are and what this podcast is going to be about. The beginning of the future! Pamela Q. Fernandes talks about: -Who we are? -Why we started the podcast? -Why this title? -The plan going forward