The Damascus Podcast

Behind the Mission provides a behind the scenes look at the ministry concepts and methodology of Damascus. In this episode, Dan shares how we get young people, who are known to be disaffiliating in large numbers, to reengage with the faith. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into...

The Franciscan Friars of the Renewal seek to follow in the footsteps of Jesus as a prophetic witness that life is a pilgrimage to the Father, of faith, hope, and love of God and neighbor, made possible by the Holy Spirit. They participate in Christ’s renewal of all things through prayer, fraternal life, service of the poor, and evangelization as a complement to the work of those whose mission is t...

Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, is the president of Franciscan University of Steubenville. He has faithfully served as a Franciscan priest for 30 years, during which he has spoken and ministered all across the world. He has written eight books, including his newest, Joyful Sons and Daughters, Embracing The Father’s Love; hosts Franciscan University Presents on EWTN; and cohosts the popular podcast, They Th...

Behind the Mission provides a behind the scenes look at the ministry concepts and methodology of Damascus. In this episode, Dan shares how we get young people, who are known to be disaffiliating in large numbers, to reengage with the faith. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into...

Joe Masek and Nick Redd are the leaders of The Freedom Group, a group of Christian men (Catholic and Evangelical) who are deeply committed to the eradication of pornography use (and addiction more generally). Joe founded the group, and with a passion for neuroscience and ministry, he focuses on men discovering how to eliminate craving and build discipline. Nick, who owns the group alongside Joe, b...

Missionary Roundtable hosts topical conversations with missionaries at Damascus. In this episode, Aaron hosts a roundtable discussion on what it means for Christians to be all in. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a c...

The Franciscan Sisters TOR of Penance of the Sorrowful Mother exist to glorify God and make known His merciful love. They have a deep devotion to Mary at the foot of the cross, but as you’ll see here, their joy speaks a paradox to the world – namely, that the Gospel calls us to both repent and rejoice. In this episode, Sr. Agnes Maria and Sr. Philomena Clare share about how this twofold call plays...

Behind the Mission provides a behind the scenes look at the ministry concepts and methodology of Damascus. In this episode, Dan shares how we get young people, who are known to be disaffiliating in large numbers, to reengage with the faith. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into...

Bob Lesnefsky is the Director of Evangelization at Franciscan University. He started Vagabond Missions, a youth ministry non-profit for inner-city teens, in 2006, and has been a unique voice in Catholic evangelization for 25 years. In this episode, Bob shares his experience in serving those on the margins and his heart for bringing the Gospel to everyone. The Damascus Podcast is the official podca...

Needs DescriptionMissionary Roundtable hosts topical conversations with missionaries at Damascus. In this episode, Aaron hosts a roundtable discussion on what it means for Christians to be all in. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His...

Ryan O HarRyan O’Hara is a national Catholic speaker, consultant, and podcaster. With 25+ years of ministry experience with college students and young adults, he is passionate about seeing Catholics center their lives on Jesus Christ and becoming disciples who generously live and share their faith with others. In this episode, Ryan shares what it looks like to encourage and love like Jesus does. T...

Fr. Boniface Hicks is a Benedictine monk of St. Vincent Archabbey, a Catholic priest, the Director of Spiritual Formation at St. Vincent Seminary, and the Director of the Institute for Ministry Formation (IMF) at St. Vincent Seminary. He spends much of his time offering spiritual direction, with a passion for uniting the whole person with the Lord. In this episode, Fr. Boniface reflects on what he...

Pete Burak is the vice president of Renewal Ministries, which is dedicated to Catholic renewal and evangelization around the world. He is a frequent speaker on discipleship and evangelization, the co-director of Pine Hills Boys’ Camp, and the author of A Man on Purpose: 10 Rules of Life from a Faithful Father. In this episode, Pete shares about how authentic purpose is the only antidote to the ind...

Sister Mary Grace and Sister Avelina Joseph are Sisters of Life, a religious community in love with Love – Love incarnate, crucified, and RISEN – and in love with life – every human life. In this episode, Sister Mary Grace and Sister Avelina Joseph share passionately about their call and about the joy of evangelization. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionar...

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life. Tune in each...

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life. Tune in each...

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life. Tune in each...

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life....

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life....

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life....

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life....

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life....

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life. Tune in each...

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life....

Beyond Damascus: The show where encounter meets mission. On this podcast, Dan, Brad, and Aaron will give you practical tips on how to live out your faith every day. We'll get into actionable steps of what it means to have an abundant Christian life and share things that we've learned through our personal journey's about overcoming obstacles, pursuing joy, and living a meaningful life. Tune in each...