The Journey Podcast

Christy Honeysett says our hope is awakened through our relationship and union with Jesus, who helps us face the burdens and fatigue of life with courage and trust

Peter Abela says Christian hope is more than a wish—it is a confident expectation rooted in the promise of Christ and directed toward the Kingdom of Heaven

On The Journey This Week: Bishop Tony Percy reflects on all three readings. Firstly, the importance of petitionary prayer and secondly, all scripture is God breathing. Mother Hilda reminds us that when we spend time with God, we too become like Him. Plus, Mark Raue on Mission Sunday, and Jude Hennessy talks to Tanya Rimac about the 2025 Alpha Conference

Bishop Tony Percy reflects on all three readings. Firstly, the importance of petitionary prayer, bringing our needs and the needs of others before God with faith and secondly, all scripture is God breathing, a powerful image of divine life being breathed into us

Mother Hilda reminds us that when we spend time with God and reflect His mercy, kindness, and wisdom in our lives, we too become like Him and thus becoming His presence in the world—bringing the miracle of God to others

Mark Raue says this year’s World Mission theme “Missionaries of Hope Among all Peoples,” reminds Christians of their call to bring Christ’s hope to the world. Catholic Mission in Australia is focusing on Zambia’s rural Mpika Diocese

Jude Hennessy talks to Tanya Rimac about the 2025 Alpha Conference. Tanya explains the theme “The Way of Hope” as well as the suite of tools available through Alpha Australia to help build parish communities. Registration for the conference is only open for a few more days

Jude Hennessy talks to Tanya Rimac about the growing interest in Alpha by both parishes and schools. There is a growing tend of people wanting to return to a local church community and Tanya explains how Alpha helps people transition back into a spiritual life

Mother Hilda shares the story of a grieving mother who had lost her two-year-old son and felt abandoned by God. The passage, “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?” was a message she realized God was acknowledging her pain and telling her that He had been present through her suffering

Byron & Francine Pirola say that just as consistent practice in sport builds skill, enjoyment, and resilience, investing time and energy in marriage strengthens love and creates a cycle of reinforced positive action.

Bishop Tony Percy reflects on early Christian history when Christians were wrongly seen as usurpers and insurrectionists. The earliest external evidence we have of Christian practice comes from a letter from Pliny, a governor in what is now modern-day Turkey, to the Emperor Trajan (AD 110) which tells us about ourselves

Fr Mike Delaney tells the story of a preacher who, after repeatedly praying for a woman to be freed from her sins over three nights, finally told her he wouldn't pray to remove the "cobwebs" but to "kill the spider" - addressing the root cause rather than just the symptoms of her spiritual struggles

On The Journey This Week: Fr Mark De Battista says that Jesus welcomes all people who come to Him in faith, regardless of background or belief. Mother Hilda shares the story of a grieving mother who felt abandoned by God. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Byron & Francine Pirola and Fr Mike Delaney

Fr Mark De Battista says this Gospel emphasizes that Jesus welcomes all people who come to Him in faith, regardless of background or belief. God’s power is not limited by nationality, background, or status

On The Journey This Week: Fr Rob Galea says that God only asks for a small "mustard seed" of faith. Mother Hilda says we too easily divide the world into "goodies and baddies," while God has the capacity to love and grieve for all people, including those who cause us harm. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy and Deacon Josh Clayton

Bishop Tony Percy reflects on Paul’s letter to Timothy; a naturally hesitant young bishop it seems

Fr Rob Galea says that God only asks for a small "mustard seed" of faith—a willingness to trust Him even without full understanding. In surrendering our little faith, God can transform it into something beautiful, so believers are encouraged not to despair but to bring their doubts honestly to Jesus

Deacon Josh Clayton says the lectionary is an ecumenical resource used by many churches that provides a three-year cycle for reading the Bible ensuring congregations encounter the full scope of Scripture in a systematic and comprehensive way

Mother Hilda says we too easily divide the world into "goodies and baddies," while God has the capacity to love and grieve for all people, including those who cause us harm.

Trish McCarthy shares a philosophy centred on simplicity and creating flow through intentional letting go - whether it's replacing physical possessions or releasing emotional burdens like resentment or guilt

Bishop Tony Percy says both the 1st Reading from the Prophet Amos and the Gospel of Luke challenge the comfort-zone around wealth creation and just distribution. How far can Jesus push me? One thing is sure; it is always one step further than my comfort-zone. Just one step further

Peter Abela reflects on the importance of making intentional choices about how we spend our time. This challenge reshaped their family life into one more centred on intentional living, making deliberate choices with their time, investing it in God, family, and service, rather than letting it be passively consumed

Fr Joshua Whicker MGL says that we often cling to good things out of fear of missing out, without caring if others go without. In life, this same fear can drive us to cling to material possessions, leaving little room for Jesus or for others in need

Trish McCarthy says each of us is created in the image of God, carrying both masculine and feminine energy, and living authentically means honouring and balancing both.

On The Journey This Week: Fr Joshua Whicker MGL says that we often cling to good things out of fear of missing out, without caring if others go without. Mother Hilda says we have all experienced William Arthur Dunkerley’s quote that “Love ever lives, and while it lives, it gives. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy and Peter Abela