The Myth Pilgrim

Delight is the stuff of holiness!! And given our present circumstances, we could all do with a helping of Maria's delight and faith. Expand your horizons again, as I testify why Sound of Music is one my favourite movies of all time! Blurb: "We need Maria’s faith, her outlook that carries us with wings to be fully alive again, and to see the problems of life in their proper light. The movie is full...

Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle have long made their mark on Catholic theology ... but what about Confucius and Lao Tzu? Journey through Kung Fu Panda, and discover how Daoist and Confucian principles illuminate Catholic truths! (special thanks to my dad for his input for this episode too!) Excerpt from episode: "As I begin to explore these Taoist principals, can you see how they might shed...

❄️How does my vocation journey lead to my sainthood? Relive the two Frozen films as Queen Elsa unravels the mystery of who she is, and how she is being called. Baptise your favourite songs 'Let it Go', 'Into the Unknown' and 'Show Yourself' through God's call in your own life! ❄️ Excerpt from episode: "...she then slams the palace door shut. Now, at this point, I must apologize if I’m about to bre...

If we're honest, the Beatitudes are secretly ignored! After all, how can happiness come from being persecuted, poor, mourning and meek? Allow Harry, who embodies all these traits, to shed light on these enigmatic text! Excerpt from episode: "To recognise that poverty is the native state of every soul is the foundation of building a flourishing life. When we first meet Harry Potter in book one he a...

Do you doubt that the 'simple' love between family can contain the cosmic love of God? Sr Katherine Stone MGL unpacks how the classic tale of Little Women reveals St Therese of Lisieux's Little Way. Journey alongside Jo March and discover truly heroic love! Practical Pilgrim exercise:  Little Women Chapter 42, Part 2: All Alone All background music used this episode is from the Little Women (1994)...

What if life cripples you, plunges you into darkness and renders you unable to rise? Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy is brilliant on this account. For not only does it follow Bruce Wayne's repeated death and rebirth, it offers profound symbolism for Christian resurrection.  Excerpt: "Let’s zoom right out and have a macro view of the pattern of Nolan's Batman trilogy. It is very much the pattern of the...

J.R.R. Tolkien's legacy extends beyond just the Lord of the Rings. This episode, Tolkien expert Danny Cote Davis explores Tolkien's faith, his mystical worldview and why he is considered by many today to be a model evangelist. Here is a link to Danny's documentary "Tolkien About Faith, The Call of Beauty"   Here is a prayer for Tolkien's canonisation cause: “O Blessed Trinity, we thank You for hav...

Aladdin is a tale about being set free! Are you feeling stuck in some circumstance? Learn how the three theological virtues of Faith, Hope and Love set each of the main characters free… Excerpt: the main theme of Aladdin is about 'being set free'! Think about it - all three of the main characters start off feeling trapped … Princess Jasmine is trapped as a prisoner inside her own palace walls, Ala...

This is a testimony of the time the Holy Spirit suddenly called me to drive out from Darwin all the way to Uluru ... alone! Relive the life-changing graces with me, as I journey literally into the heart of the Australian desert! I've uploaded some of the photos of my Uluru pilgrimage on the website !  Here is a list of the my favourite tracks I had playing in the car during my pilgrimage (and this...

The persecuted church and the Battle of Hogwarts scene have a lot in common, especially during our times. Recognise the weapons of the Enemy, and like the students, prepare to take up arms! Excerpt from episode "... so how does this siege of Hogwarts scene parallel the church today? In a number of ways: the first will be the fact that both Hogwarts and the church are besieged by supernatural force...

Aside from both having dramatic haircutting moments, what does St Catherine of Siena have to do with Mulan? Hahaha come appreciate how this ancient Chinese heroine can deepen your love for one of our favourite Saints!   Excerpt from episode: "...the second parallel between Mulan and Catherine is their rising to the defence of their respective Empires. For Mulan, this feature is very obvious in the...

How does death and resurrection form the heart of the LOTR? How can self sacrifice be so desirable? This episode, I interview British Tolkien expert Danny Cote Davis, who sheds light upon Tolkien's vision of life and death through the Eucharist and Mother Mary!   Practical Pilgrim reflection:  To watch Danny's documentary : Tolkien about Faith: The Call to Beauty   A trailer for the amazing Silver...

Br Lawrence MGL and Fr Dave Tremble MGL have tag teamed once more to write The Lonely Little Cave, an original story written during and for the Easter Triduum. Enter into the story of the Little Cave, whose emptiness, loneliness and uselessness becomes the very means of encountering our Lord! May it inspire you to enter deeper into the mystery and drama of Easter! Excerpt: " There was once a lonel...

Heaven, paradise and the soul can be abstract concepts even for Christians. The Secret Garden however, offers many beautiful images that can help us explore these concepts. Join Mary Lennox and discover the sacred place within you! Excerpt from episode: "And during those winter times of our lives, when all we see is a dead looking garden, a friend reminds us it is only dormant, and to hang on for...

This episode, discover why the Lion King's Mufasa is such a profound icon of God the Father. Learn how divine tenderness and wrath can both be expressions of the same love. Practical pilgrim exercise: Here is a link to Pope Francis' Apostolic Letter, Patris Corde Excerpt from this episode: " In my opinion, Mufasa is one of the most iconic celebrations of fatherhood in pop culture, precisely becaus...

Feeling distracted and unfocused? Lent is the season to rediscover the ascetic life! Let the wisdom of Jedi masters help you renounce unhealthy attachments to (i) created things (ii) success (iii) and the future. Excerpt from episode: “…For if ever a pop culture figure rises to cult status, very often it is because they are deeply resonating with an absence in our culture. What voids might the ico...

Hi friends!! 🍃🧜😄 After many requests, here's a special episode addressing questions around the suitability of Harry Potter for Christians. This episode discusses (i) how Christians relate with alleged occult and magic content in fiction (ii) debunks unhelpful rumours about Harry Potter (iii) the place of spiritual discernment when engaging with any secular content (iv) some practical considerat...

What does yielding to the Holy Spirit look and feel like? This episode we follow Pocahontas, whose relationship with the Wind and the River provide wonderful reflections on the Spirit in our own lives! Veni Sancte Spiritus!  Download a copy of the Daily Examen here Excerpt from episode: "What is abundantly clear from the promise of both Jesus and the witness of the Acts of the Apostles is that the...

Why does Tolkien cite Mary as his primary inspiration for "beauty both in majesty and simplicity"? Deepen in your own love for Mother Mary this episode! Reflect on her example, her mission and her power. Be amazed at the way Marian theology permeates the entire The Lord of the Rings. Full Transcript of episode available on website Piano music this episode thanks to Keys of Peace: Website YouTube S...

Are fear and love compatible ways of knowing Jesus? Why is "The fear of the Lord the beginning of all wisdom" (Prov 9:10)?  Allow Narnia's majestic Aslan, the king "who is not safe, but good" deepen your desire for holy fear! Let literature's greatest Christ archetype lead you to encounter the living God!  The final passage mentioned in the episode where Lucy meets Aslan in "Prince Caspian" (C.S....

Isn't Christianity about a 'personal relationship' with God? Why also the Communion of Saints? Let Moana's voyage expand your spiritual horizons! As she grows to appreciate the bigger story she is part of, discover how Love flows between the barriers of life and death, time and space!  Links to the two scenes mentioned this episode: Grandma's stingray   Moana's ancestors   Episodes excerpt: "...Th...

This episode explores three ways Sauron's Ring is particularly active today: (i) the influence of the media (ii) division within the church and (iii) hyper-individualism. Learn to recognise how we can all fall sway to the Ring, but more importantly, how to be free of its power!  Excerpt: "In Catholic-Christian theology, evil is both an exterior reality and an interior reality, something both out t...

During times of temptation and desolation, St Ignatius of Loyola's 'Discernment of Spirits' offers us some timeless principles. How well do you know them? Explore the sly techniques The Emperor uses to seduce Anakin to the Dark Side, and learn to recognise - and defend against - the Enemy working in your own life! See website for all resources mentioned for this episode: themythpilgrim.com 

Welcome to Narnia! This episode, we do philosophy with Plato and theology with St Therese of Lisieux. We will explore the ideas of truth, reality, and why Jesus insists that only children can enter the Kingdom of Heaven ... and Narnia! Excerpt: "Today is our first venture into one of the greatest series of children’s books of all time – C.S. Lewis’ the Chronicles of Narnia. Now there could be an e...

In this special release episode, guest speaker Fr Dave Tremble MGL weaves together The Ugly Duckling, the Passion of Jesus, and his own story. Locate your own story within the Suffering Servant’s, and explore the topic of shame under a new gaze.  Recommended books by Dr Brene Brown The Gifts of Imperfection Daring Greatly Dr Brene's TED talk "The power of vulnerability": https://www.youtube.com/wa...