Journeys Of Hope | A Pilgrim Center Of Hope Podcast

Explore the significance of the Shroud of Turin and its connection to the Easter season. Join Angela Sealana and Nan Balfour as they reflect on the themes of hope, suffering, and the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the life of Jesus.  In this episode, you will learn: Discover how the Shroud of Turin illustrates the Gospel. Hear how Mary's perspective on Jesus' Passion, Death, and Resurrection helps us find hope amidst suffering and doubt. Continue Your Journey: Guest details and more information about the "Who is the Man of the Shroud" exhibition at Pilgrim Center of Hope. Jewel for the Journey: "The Virgin Mary is she who more than any other contemplated God in the human face of Jesus." - Pope Benedict XVI Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support

Join Jason Nunez, Angela Sealana, and Mary Jane Fox as they share uplifting "stories from the road" — from parish and campus visits to senior, military, rural, and jail ministries. In this episode, you will: Discover the importance of kerygma  Hear the impact of our missionary journeys Learn about free resources to grow closer to Christ Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and find helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "When you know how much God is in love with you, then you can only live your life radiating that love". - St. Teresa of Calcutta Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support

Dive into the joys of faith and humor with Jason Nunez and Bill Winters for a lighthearted exploration of the concept of being a "fool for Christ." Together, they reflect on the lives of saints who embraced foolishness for the sake of Christ. In this episode, you will learn: Learn how 1 Corinthians and Christian tradition describe being a "fool for Christ." Hear examples like St. John Bosco and Nicholas Black Elk, who embody holy-foolishness Enjoy humorous anecdotes, including April Fool's Day history and saintly jokes Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey:  "We are fools on Christ's account." (Corinthians 4:10) Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support

Explore the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the significance of sacred art in our spiritual journeys. Join Angela Sealana and Debra Garza as they discuss the practice of Visio Divina, a unique way to deepen your relationship with God through visual prayer. Don't miss this opportunity to reflect on how Mary's "yes" to God can inspire you in your daily life. In this episode, you will: Discover Visio Divina, a way to pray with Scripture & sacred art Be encouraged by the Blessed Virgin Mary's role in God's plan Combine these lessons in a guided meditation on sacred art Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "Be it done unto me according to your word." - Blessed Virgin Mary (Luke 1:38) Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofh

Join Jason Nuñez and his guest, Dr. Leonora Butau, as they discuss how embracing silence can transform our spiritual lives. Learn practical ways to incorporate moments of stillness into your day and discover the joy that comes from living with intention. In this episode, you will: Discover the quiet strength of St. Joseph Unpack the ancient Christian reminder, Memento Mori Be encouraged to cultivate silence in practical ways Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "Profoundness of the heart grows with silence, a silence that is not mutism… but that leaves space for wisdom, reflection and the Holy Spirit. We are afraid of moments of silence. Let us not be afraid! It will do us good." - Pope Francis Image of St. Joseph, by Lawrence OP, CC BY-SA 2.0 Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys

Join Mary Jane Fox and her guest, Licensed Professional Counselor Lynnanne Eurton, as they discuss the emotional signs of grief and how faith can guide us through. Discover that grieving is a journey, not a destination. In this episode, you will: Learn how grieving is defined Understand what occurs within a person during the grieving process Discover how faith and hope can guide the grieving process Continue Your Journey: Visit the official webpage for this episode and find helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "It is a loving act to show sadness when our dear ones are torn from us, but it is a holy act to be joyful through hope and trust in the promises of God." - St. Paulinus of Nola Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support

What does it really mean to pray for someone who is suffering or nearing the end of life? The Church reminds us that prayer is never powerless.  Role models of faith, like St. John Paul II and St. Teresa of Avila, also emphasized the dignity of those who suffer and the value of powerful accompaniment, which St. Louis Guanella referred to as a "great crusade of prayer." In this journey: Explore this powerful practice with the Pastoral Director of the Pious Union of St. Joseph Learn why and how our prayers can truly make a difference for the suffering and the dying Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: "Pray as much as you can for the dying." - St. Faustina Kowalska Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started.

Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they share moving stories from their seven‑year door‑to‑door ministry that sparked lifelong evangelization work. Discover how listening and being present can change lives. In this episode, you will: Discover how this ministry began Hear impactful stories from this ministry  Be inspired and reminded of the impact we can have in our communities Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: "Behold, I stand at the door and knock.  If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, (then) I will enter his house and dine with him, and he with me." (Revelation 3:20) Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support

Is giving up chocolate really enough for Lent, or is God inviting us into something deeper? Jason Nunez and Mary Jane Fox explore the significance of Lent, discussing how fasting and sacrifice can deepen a relationship with Christ. In this episode, you will: Explore how Lent can lead us to have stronger hope Hear personal Lenten experiences that shaped your faith Discover practical tips to live a more meaningful Lent Continue Your Journey: Visit the official webpage for this episode and find helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "Lent is a time of truth. Christians, called by the Church to prayer, penance, fasting and self-sacrifice, place themselves before God and recognize themselves; they rediscover themselves." - St. Pope John Paul II Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimce

Join Mary Jane Fox as she explores the miraculous story of Lourdes, France, where the Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous. Discover how these apparitions have inspired hope and healing for millions. In this episode, you will: Come to know St. Bernadette's story, marked by poverty, chronic illness, and her entrance into the Sisters of Charity Unpack the significance of Lourdes water as a sign of spiritual purification rather than a magical cure Hear testimonies of hope and healing, including personal and biblical examples reinforcing faith in God's compassion Continue Your Journey: Visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: "The more I contemplate God, the more God looks on me. The more I pray to Him, the more He thinks of me, too." St. Bernadette Join us for the historic Mother of Hope Marian Conference on July 24-25, 2026, at the Boeing Center in San Antonio, TX. This is the first Marian Conference in 25 years! Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by spo

Join Angela Sealana and Jason Nunez on a spiritual journey to St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans! Explore its history, art, and the inspiring life of St. Louis, King of France. In this episode, you will: Learn the rich history of the cathedral, its art, and architecture. Discover stories from the life of its patron, Saint Louis, King of France. Hear personal experiences that will bring this place of pilgrimage alive and inspire your daily journey of hope. Continue Your Journey: Helpful resources and photos of this week's journey. Jewel for the Journey: "If our Lord send you any adversity, whether illness or other thing, you should receive it in good patience and be thankful for it, for you ought to believe that He will cause everything to turn out for your good." - St. Louis Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the saints? On this week's journey, we explore how Socials with the Saints brings hope and inspiration to our community. In this episode, you will: Discover what exactly Socials with the Saints is, and its unique journey over the years at Pilgrim Center of Hope Be encouraged to dive deeper into the lives of the saints Hear how the saints can positively impact our lives Plus, hear exciting news about Socials with the Saints expanding in the San Antonio-New Braunfels metropolitan area Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "The memory of the Saints leads us to raise our eyes to Heaven: not to forget the realities of the earth, but to face them with greater courage, with more hope." - Pope Francis Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html

Ready for a spiritual adventure with Mary Jane Fox and Angela Sealana? Explore the Emerald Isle of Ireland, its rich history of Irish saints, the miraculous Marian apparition at Knock Shrine, and find hope along the way. In this episode, you will: Learn about some lesser-known role models of faith from Ireland Special places of pilgrimage in Ireland How the Irish spiritual heritage can teach all people about having hope  Continue Your Journey: Visit the official webpage for this episode and access helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "Be always beginning. Let the past go. The saints were always beginning. That is how they became saints." - Blessed John Sullivan, SJ Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support

Discover the rich history and spirituality of the Capuchin Franciscans! Join Angela Sealana as she speaks with Br. Gregory, and Br. Jose about their unique way of life and the significance of the Jubilee Year of St. Francis. In this episode, you will: Meet the Capuchin Franciscan Friars and discover their life and spirituality Hear about the Jubilee Year of St. Francis proclaimed by Pope Leo XIV Learn how all of this can teach, encourage & inspire us to live with hope today Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "Let us foster confidence in God, and thank Him ahead of time for whatever He chooses to send us." - Bl. Solanus Casey, OFM Cap. Click here to learn more about the Capuchin Franciscans.  Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pi

Join Angela Sealana and Mary Jane Fox as they explore the origins, meanings, and the power of the name of Jesus. Discover how His holy name has been a source of hope, healing, and salvation throughout history, and learn practical ways to honor and incorporate it into daily life. In this episode, you will discover: What is the meaning of the name Jesus? Why is the name Jesus called holy and powerful? Practical ways to honor & bring hope through the name of Jesus Continue Your Journey: Visit the official webpage for this episode and access helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "Each time we say, 'Jesus,' it is an act of perfect love, …the name of Jesus gradually fills our souls with a peace and a joy we never had before." - Fr. Paul O'Sullivan, O.P. Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! ht

Embrace the new year with Mary, Mother of God! Join Mary Jane Fox as she shares the importance of welcoming the Blessed Mother into our lives and learn how her messages of hope can guide us in our journeys. In this episode, you will: Why January 1 celebrates Mary, Mother of God, and what it means Explore Mary's pivotal role in Salvation History Discover practical ways to welcome her as your Heavenly Mother Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: "The Rosary is the most excellent form of prayer and the most efficacious means of attaining eternal life. It is the remedy for all our evils, the root of all our blessings. There is no more excellent way of praying." - Pope Leo XIII Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support

Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they take us on a spiritual journey to Shepherd's Field in Bethlehem, a site rich in biblical history and significance. They explore the humble origins of the shepherds, who were the first to receive the announcement of Jesus' birth.  During this special program, you will: Discover the significance of Shepherd's Field Explore why God chose the Shepherds Hear reflections on the Christmas Story Continue Your Journey: Visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: "God ​has, ​in ​fact, ​thought ​of ​us ​from ​eternity ​and ​has ​loved ​us ​as ​unique ​individuals. ​He ​has ​called ​every ​one ​of ​us ​by ​name, ​as ​the ​good ​shepherd ​calls ​His ​sheep ​by ​name." - Pope St. John Paul II Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrim

Have you ever looked at a piece of religious art in your local church, a museum, or online and wonder how to interpret its meaning? Join Angela Sealana and her guest, Kathryn Laffrey of KL Art Studio as they discuss how Sacred art can lead us to greater hope and encouragement when we learn how to appreciate its significance. In this episode, you will discover: How did art become so important in Christian tradition? Why is art important for our mission as Christians, including care for the poor and vulnerable? What are the meanings of common sacred art symbols? How can viewing sacred art strengthen our hope? Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources. * Correction: Pope John Paul II wrote The Jeweller's Shop as Bishop Karol Wojtyła in 1960 during the threat of Communism in Poland, not during his underground theater days as implied by Angela during the discussion. Jewel for the Journey: "Not all are called to be artists in the specific sense of the term. Yet, as Genesis has it, all men an

Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they guide us through the season of Advent, a time of waiting and preparation for the coming of Jesus Christ! They delve into the meaning of hope and share insights on cultivating a deeper relationship with God during this sacred season.  In this episode, you will: Discover why Advent is also referred to as a Season of Hope Hear personal stories and reflections related to the Advent season Be reminded of the importance of faith and community as we navigate life's challenges and joys Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and access additional Advent-related media from Pilgrim Center of Hope! Jewel for the Journey: "It is the beautiful Task of Advent to awaken in all of us memories of goodness and thus to open doors of hope." - Pope Benedict XVI Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/jour

Join Jason Nunez, Angela Sealana, and their special guest Ann Gonsalves as they explore the inspiring story of St. Lucy, a beacon of hope and faith! Whether you're familiar with her story or hearing it for the first time, this episode promises to enlighten and inspire. In this episode, you will discover: Why is St. Lucy such a popular saint around the world? Who was the real St. Lucia? How can she inspire us today? How do different cultures celebrate St. Lucia? Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "Those whose heart is pure are temples of the Holy Spirit." - Attributed to St. Lucy Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support Statute Image "St. Lucy" Attribution, by Lawrence OP is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0