The Journey Podcast

Deacon Josh Clayton says that small, consistent habits, like putting the lid on toothpaste, can help us reflect the value of structure in life. Dcn Josh draws a parallel between this and the spiritual practice of structured prayer, reading scripture, meditation, emphasizing that routines and discipline can foster personal growth and a deeper relationship with God

Fr Mark De Battista says that although Jesus, as the Son of God, was above the law, he chose to submit to it to fulfill and bring it to completion. By doing so, he opened the path to salvation for all and demonstrated humility and obedience as an example for his followers

Trish McCarthy says God’s creative work in Genesis shows a patient, orderly process that offers a model for addressing brokenness in our lives, whether physical, emotional, or relational. By allowing God to move freely and patiently in our healing process and by trusting in God's creative power and love, we can find restoration

Mother Hilda says saying “Amen” embodies trust, submission, and agreement with God's will, reminding us to embrace it wholeheartedly as a profound act of faith, surrender and contentment in God’s plan

Fr Tony Percy says that Compline, night prayer in the Liturgy of the Hours, contains the beautiful canticle of Simeon. Compline is simple and quick, suitable just before we retire for sleep. See the night as symbolic of our death. It is appropriate, therefore, that we complete each day with prayer. We ask the Lord to let us go in peace, having experienced his healing salvation, giving glory to God

On The Journey This Week: Fr Mark De Battista says that Jesus chose to submit to the Law to fulfill and bring it to completion. Mother Hilda says saying “Amen” embodies trust, submission, and agreement with God's will. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy, and Deacon Josh Clayton

On The Journey This Week: Fr John Nguyen OFM says that Jesus is still inviting us to advance Australia through acts of mercy. Mother Hilda’s story of misunderstanding teaches the importance of responding with compassion and understanding. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Christy Honeysett, and Fr Dave Callaghan MGL

Fr John Nguyen OFM says that Jesus is still inviting us to advance Australia through acts of mercy and acknowledge the call to bring healing and hope to those wounded by the past

Mother Hilda’s story of misunderstanding teaches the importance of responding with compassion and understanding, even when love is imperfectly expressed. Inspired by Jesus’ example, we can strive to respond with understanding and kindness, ensuring those we encounter leave with joy rather than hurt

Fr Tony Percy says that the prologue of St. Luke's Gospel emphasizes three key points for engaging with scripture: confidence, love and echo

Christy Honeysett explores the importance of hope in Christian life, urging us to trust in God’s faithfulness even amidst life’s daily struggles. Perseverance through hardships strengthens character and leads to a hope rooted in God’s love and the work of the Holy Spirit

Fr Dave Callaghan MGL says the human soul, like the earth's hidden core, is a profound mystery revealed in moments of struggle and sin, much like a volcano provides a glimpse into its hidden depths.

On The Journey This Week: Fr James Arblaster says the miracle of turning water into wine signifies Jesus as the true Bridegroom inviting humanity into a divine union. Mother Hilda’s story of Anthropologist Margaret Mead. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Pete Gilmore, and Mark Raue

Fr James Arblaster says the miracle of turning water into wine signifies Jesus as the true Bridegroom replacing the old ways of the law and prophets and inviting humanity into a divine union. This cosmic wedding banquet continues today, inviting us to open our hearts daily to Jesus, who longs for a loving union with us

Mother Hilda says that Anthropologist Margaret Mead named a healed femur as the first sign of civilization, signifying compassion and care within a community. We are challenged to embody compassion, leaving a legacy that enriches the world, inspiring future generations to value and perpetuate this divine quality.

Fr Tony Percy says that matrimony means mother-making, and by implication, father-making. God entrusts us with the gifts of love and life. Notice the transformative power and grace of matrimony. A woman becomes a wife and then mother. Her persona is deepened and enhanced. Remarkable really. An entirely different vision than the secular world.

Pete Gilmore’s powerful story of perseverance and hope in the 1988 Armenian earthquake serves as a reminder of the faithfulness of promises, echoing the Christian belief in a God who always keeps His word, offering hope even in the darkest moments

Mark Raue says that the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope is a call to tangible action through charity, generosity, and solidarity to restore dignity to the poor and oppressed, making hope a reality for a troubled world.

Fr Joshua Whitehead says that Jesus speaks to us with a voice of love, warmth, and intimacy, calling us His beloved children.

Mother Hilda on God being eternally faithful in spite of our infidelity. Jesus paid our debts. All of them, even the ones we keep incurring. Jesus nurses us in our paralysis of depression, anxiety, guilt, and he asks nothing except to continue to love us and stay faithful to us. What a God!

Fr Tony Percy says that the Church tradition highlights the importance of imagination enabling deeper engagement with gospel scenes and fostering moral growth. Embracing imagination amidst digital distractions can deepen our connection to faith, enhance moral clarity, and become a transformative New Year’s resolution

Byron & Francine Pirola say that gratitude is a powerful practice that can transform relationships, especially marriage, by fostering joy and resilience. By practicing gratitude, couples can shift their focus from burdens to blessings, creating a more joyful and fulfilling relationship.

Fr Mike Delaney reflects on his approach to preparing homilies, emphasizing the importance of aligning themes with the community’s faith journey and aligning messages with the parish vision of loving God, loving others, and making disciples

On The Journey This Week: Fr Joshua Whitehead says that Jesus speaks to us with a voice of love, warmth, and intimacy, calling us His beloved children. Mother Hilda on God being eternally faithful despite our infidelity. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, Byron & Francine Pirola, and Fr Mike Delaney

On The Journey This Week: Fr Mark De Battista says that God manifests His Son to us today through Scripture, sacred tradition, prayer. Mother Hilda invites reflection on what we’re truly looking for in life, encouraging us to align our goals with God’s guidance for a fulfilling and purposeful year. Plus, Fr Tony Percy, and two The Light Advent Series reflections