The Voice of the Shepherd

Join Bishop Peter Smith during this episode of the Voice of the Shepherd as he discusses the Living Bread of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. During this time in the Church of Eucharistic Revival, Bishop Smith explains the meaning behind sacrifice and why the Holy Eucharist is truly the source and summit of our Christian life. Subscribe to the Voice of the Shepherd on your favorite podcast...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample and special guest Fr. Mike Kueber, director of Hispanic Ministries for the Archdiocese of Portland, as they discuss the National Pastoral Plan for Hispanic Ministries recently approved by the US Bishops at the Spring Plenary Assembly. Noting that nearly 30 million Catholics in the US are from Hispanic and Latino communities, Archbishop Sample and Fr. Kueber di...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample and special guest, Msgr. John Cihak, pastor at Christ the King Catholic Church in Milwaukie, as they discuss the "Healing the Whole Person Weekend: begin presented in the Archdiocese of Portland, Nov. 30-Dec. 2nd. Archbishop Sample explains why he feels this healing ministry offered through the John Paul II Healing Center is a work of the Holy Spirit and is an...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he reflects upon the topic of spiritual warfare and the real battle we are in against our greatest enemy and God's greatest enemy - the devil. The Archbishop discusses why we are at war and our enemy. Discover the only way to defeat God's enemy and what are the essential things we need to engage in spiritual warfare. Subscribe to the Voice of the Sheph...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he explains the Catholic teaching and understanding of Transubstantiation in the Holy Eucharist. During the month of July, dedicated to the Precious Blood of Jesus, learn about the most tremendous gift given to us by Jesus Christ himself, which is the source and summit of the Christian life.   For more:  https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/ ,&...

Join Bishop Peter Smith as he speaks about our Catholic Cemeteries operated by the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon answering questions such as: Why should I think about death, What does the Catholic Church teach about death? Why do I need a funeral? and What does it mean to have a proper burial? Discover real beauty found in death, dying and the resurrection as we ponder the good news of Je...

Join Bishop Peter Smith as he speaks about the priesthood - from building priestly fraternity to ongoing priestly formation. Bishop Smith explores the roles and responsibilities of our ordained clergy and shares his recent experience at an Episcopal ordination with one of our local priests.  Subscribe to the Voice of the Shepherd on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the Ar...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample and special guest, Msgr. Gerard O'Connor as they discuss the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision in the Dobbs case to end Roe v. Wade in our country. They discuss the need for constant prayer and support for the most vulnerable in our society, particularly the unborn and invite us to look at our efforts to protect human life through a supernat...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample and special guest, Msgr. Gerard O'Connor as they discuss the history and devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Discover the beauty of our Catholic Faith through this powerful devotion and learn why we should enthrone our homes and family to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Msgr. O'Connor is the rector at St. Mary's Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and di...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses the beauty and mystery of Adoration. During this season of Eucharistic Revival in our country, the Archbishop explains the nature and purpose of adoration and why he desires more people to learn about and properly practice this unique form of prayer. With the Episcopal Motto: "To Contemplate the Face of Christ", the Archbishop shares how h...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he addresses the anxiety many people have today regarding their vocation and finding their purpose in life. Find out how to handle the distractions and uncertainties that we face in our lives, and what it means to discern God's plan for me. Plus, the Archbishop shares one of the best pieces of advice he has ever been given.  Subscribe to the Voice...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he speaks about our life in the Holy Spirit and how to grow closer to the Holy Spirit through prayer. Acknowledging that we are living in the "age of the Church" he stresses how important it is for Christians to be strengthened by the Holy Spirit. Discover ways to unleash the Holy Spirit in our lives and in the Church.   Subscribe to the Voic...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he speaks about our Catholic Cemeteries and our hope for the resurrection as we mourn our faithful departed. He discusses why we must have reverence and respect for our bodies, the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit and what we believe will happen to our bodies and souls at the general resurrection. Discover the great wisdom found within our funeral rit...

The Great Commission: Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he speaks about this year's Archbishops' Catholic Appeal and explains how the local Church in Western Oregon supports the mission and ministries for all parishes and missions in the Archdiocese. The Archbishop shares why the most important mission on earth is found in the work of the Church, bringing people to faith and life in Jesus C...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample with special guest Fr. Peter Julia, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Portland as they discuss: vocations, priestly discernment and working with seminarians. This springtime update provides candid insights on the current status of our seminarians. Discover how good communication, constant prayer, and walking with discerners, can result in leading...

Beauty in Our Sacred Space: Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he reflects upon the truth, beauty and goodness found in our sacred spaces of worship. Discover the critical role silence and beauty play in fostering our Catholic faith and in building our Catholic community. In this program Archbishop Sample recommends the book: The Power of Silence Against the Dictatorship of Noise b...

The Resurrection: Join Archbishop Alexander Sample during the Easter Season as he reflects upon the significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in the life of all believers. Discover how the resurrection of Jesus is at the core of the kerygma.   Subscribe to the Voice of the Shepherd on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the Archdiocese of Portland . Find this sho...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as we recognize his 10th anniversary as the Archbishop in the Archdiocese of Portland. The Archbishop reflects upon the early years of his episcopate in Western Oregon. He shares his desire for the people of Western Oregon to become more confident in their faith in Jesus and stand strong as a witness to the love and truth of the Gospel.  Subscribe to...

Join Auxiliary Bishop Peter Smith on this episode of the Voice of the Shepherd as he takes us through Holy Week day by day and what we can expect as we prepare for the great feast of Easter. Books mentioned in this program are: Catholicism for Dummies (Jan 2017) by Re. John Trigilio Jr. and Rev. Kenneth Brighenti and The Catholic Source Book by Rev. Peter Klein.   Subscribe to the V...

Join Auxiliary Bishop Peter Smith on this episode of the Voice of the Shepherd as he discusses the journey for Catechumens preparing to receive the Sacraments during the Easter Vigil. He explains the process that many undergo during their final preparations to entering the Catholic Church. Subscribe to the Voice of the Shepherd on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the Archdioce...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he speaks to the importance of the Sunday Mass and keeping the Lord's Day Holy. The Archbishop explains the significance to beginning our week with the Sunday Mass and what it really means to have full and active participation in the Holy Mass.  Subscribe to the Voice of the Shepherd on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the Archdiocese o...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses the beauty of forgiveness. During his discussion, offered within the season of Lent, Archbishop Sample reflects upon the great mercy of God, our unworthiness of such a gift, and how we can respond to God's love. The Archbishop offers a practical and simple step-by-step method to approaching forgiveness in our personal lives - urging us to...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses the role of small groups or "home groups" within the Church. He explains the value of such groups based in the home or "Domestic Church" and encourages faithful Catholics to develop "home groups" as a genuine way to evangelize in our modern world.   Subscribe to the Voice of the Shepherd on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more a...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he explains the essential role the Kerygma plays in sharing our story of salvation and proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the world. Following his four-week invitation for parish priests to preach on the Kerygma, Archbishop Sample offers his reflection on how this preaching has impacted both priests and the faithful in Western Oregon. Learn abou...

Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses discernment and vocation, commenting upon the recent Archbishop's Discernment retreat and his experience with discerners. The Archbishop unpacks core questions these men answer as they explore the call to the priesthood to become "a man for others." For more visit  www.archdpdxvocations.org Subscribe to the Voice of the Shepherd on yo...