What is the Jewel

In this episode, we explore how entering into friendship with Christ empowers us to fulfill His mission of proclaiming the Good News to all nations in His name.

In this week's Gospel, we discover how Jesus gives us four beautiful gifts that help us live out His teachings.

In this episode, we explore the art of listening through the simple yet profound commandment Jesus gives his disciples: to love one another as he has loved us.

In this episode, we share our thoughts and emotions about the election of our new pope, Pope Leo XIV, along with a reflection on this week's Gospel on this Good Shepherd Sunday.

In this episode, we explore the various symbols found in this week's Gospel, as well as allowing us to think about how we are being transformed during this Easter season.

In this episode, we explore the history of Divine Mercy and reflect on how we are called to live it—both by receiving it and by sharing it with others.

In this episode, we discover our final destination, Easter Sunday! We wish you all a Beautiful and Blessed Easter season!

In this episode we explore the symbolism of the donkey Jesus rides—and how we're called to carry Christ with humility and intention.

In this episode, we explore the importance of recognizing and uplifting the dignity of others and ourselves, just as Jesus does for the woman in the Gospel of St. Luke. Join us as we reflect on the call to see ourselves and others as God's Beloved!

In this episode, we explore the deeper meanings of the parable of the Prodigal Son. Using Henri Nouwen’s book The Return of the Prodigal Son as our guide, we reflect on Rembrandt’s iconic painting and the powerful themes of forgiveness, reconciliation, and identity. Join us as we uncover how this timeless story speaks to our own spiritual journeys.

In this week's episode, we reach the next stop on our Lenten journey, facing one of the greatest challenges in strengthening our relationship with God. Are you ready to take it on? Join us!

Our next stop in our Lenten journey is the mountaintop. In this episode, we explore the significance of these sacred encounters and reflect on the invitation to not only understand what we are being called to transform but also to open ourselves to the grace of being transformed, just as Jesus was in the Transfiguration.

In this week's episode, as we begin the season of Lent, we invite you to see it as a journey where the Holy Spirit is our GPS, guiding us along the way. Join us as we open our hearts to this path and allow the Spirit to lead us.

In this week's episode, we dive into part three of Jesus on the Plain, where we are invited to pause and reflect on whether we are truly leading others toward God or unknowingly pushing them away. A call to self-reflection and spiritual growth durante este tiempo de aprendizaje! Email us your shout-outs and prayer requests! whatisthejewel@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: whatisthejewel2024

In this episode, we explore how Jesus reveals the path to living out the Golden Rule and how we are called to see one another through the eyes of mercy

In this episode, we invite you to join us as we unpack how Jesus shows us the way to live with one another through the Beatitudes. As always, we welcome your prayers and your shoutouts by sending us an email @whatisthejewel@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @whatisthejewel2024

In this episode of What is the Jewel , we dive into the Gospel of St. Luke, exploring the profound moment when Jesus calls Peter to let go and follow Him. Join us as we reflect on how this invitation extends to each of us today—an invitation to recognize God’s boundless love, acknowledge our own sense of unworthiness, and embrace the transformative beauty of His call. You can email us at whatisthe...

In this episode, we unpack the powerful moment when Mary and Joseph bring the infant Jesus to the temple, where they encounter Simeon and Anna. Together, these figures represent the fulfillment of God's promises, bridging the Old Testament and the New Covenant. We explore the deep significance of this encounter, focusing on themes of faith, hope, and the recognition of the divine in the everyday....

In this episode, we explore how we are called to be instruments of liberation through our actions, staying attentive to those who may not know Jesus well, and being present for the most vulnerable in our communities. We discuss the importance of sharing the Good News, not necessarily through words, but by allowing others to encounter Christ through the way we live.

In this episode, we reflect on the Gospel account of the Wedding at Cana, where Jesus filled the empty jars with the finest wine, revealing His divine power and love. We explore how this miracle invites us to examine our own lives—how we might need to empty ourselves of what holds us back and allow God to fill us with His love, mercy, and grace. Join us as we dive into this powerful message from t...

In this episode, we explore the significance of Jesus' Baptism, why it was essential for Him, and what we can learn from His example to move forward in our own lives.

In this episode, join us as we explore the meaning of the Epiphany and reflect on how God manifests Himself in our daily lives.

In this week's episode, we explore how the Holy Family inspires us to surrender and embrace God as the center of our lives. We hope you’ll share our podcast with others and send your shout-outs, birthday wishes, or prayer requests to whatisthejewel@gmail.com . Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram at @whatisthejewel2024

In this week's episode, we reflect on the candle of Peace during the fourth week of Advent and explore how we are called to share that peace with others, particularly through building and nurturing community. Want to give a shoutout, prayer request, or anything special, send us an email at whatisthejewel@gmail.com

Join us this week as we explore how the prophet Zephaniah paints a picture of a God who dances, rejoices, and sings with us — even amid sorrow, pain, and destruction. For prayer requests, celebration, and shout-outs, email us at whatisthejewel@gmail.com