Join Angela Sealana and Carmelite friar Father Jorge Maria Cabrera de la Eucaristía, OCD, as they explore the life and teachings of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the beloved Little Flower. Discover the inspiring life of this role model of faith and hear how her teachings can guide us on our spiritual journey.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Who was St. Thérèse ‘the Little Flower’?
• What were her major contributions to Christian spirituality?
• Why is San Antonio home to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower?
• Learn about special opportunities to venerate relics of Thérèse and her holy parents in 2025.

Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources.

Jewel for the Journey: “Souls on fire with love cannot remain inactive.” - St. Thérèse of Lisieux

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Have you ever felt a longing for something more in your life? Join us as Fr. Jeremiah Myriam Shryock, CFR, shares his personal journey of faith and the life-changing impact of this sacred sacrament.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Hear how visiting a church changed Fr. Jeremiah's life and helped him grow closer to God.
• Discover the Eucharist as the real presence of Jesus.
• Learn how receiving Jesus in the Eucharist brings peace, strength, and new life.

Explore now: Guest information and additional resources to stay up to date with Fr. Jeremiah Myriam Shryock.

Jewel for the Journey: "Jesus said to them, 'Amen, amen, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you do not have life within you." (John 6:53)

Fr. Jeremiah Myriam Shryock's Talk recorded at the 2025 Catholic Women's Conference, on July 26, 2025, in San Antonio, TX

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Discover the inspiring story of St. Paul and the significance of the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. His transformation from persecutor to apostle reminds us of God’s mercy and the hope we are called to share.

In this episode, you will:

• Explore the powerful story of St. Paul, his dramatic conversion, and lasting impact on Christian theology.
• Take an audio journey to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls and uncover its sacred treasures.
• Be inspired by St. Paul's timeless teachings that continue to strengthen faith and offer hope today.

Continue Your Journey: View photos of this week's journey.

Jewel for the Journey: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)

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Did you know that there is one place in the USA which is the site of a Marian apparition approved by the  Church? Our journey today will be a pilgrimage to the shrine built on this site. Join Angela Sealana and her guest, Fr. Joseph Aytona, Rector of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion as they shine a light on this pilgrim destination.

On today’s journey, you will:

• Explore the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion in Wisconsin
• Hear the story of the Virgin Mary’s apparition at this location
• Learn about how Mary’s message can teach, encourage & inspire us today

Click here for photos, and a map view of this week's journey. 

Jewel for the Journey:
“Go and fear nothing, I will help you.” – Our Lady of Champion

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Our journey today will be a pilgrimage with St. Vincent de Paul and the Society that is named after this role model of faith. You may know his name, and perhaps have heard of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, but how much do you know about what he has contributed to the Church?

On today’s journey, you will:

• Meet St. Vincent de Paul and hear about his life.
• Be introduced to Blessed Frederic Ozanam, Founder of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and bring to light its impact on communities across the globe.
• Finally, we will learn about all of this can teach, encourage & inspire us today.

Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 

We are so grateful to this month’s sponsor, Deanna Villarreal, who made this podcast episode possible.

Jewel for the Journey:
“Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” – Matthew 25:40

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Our journey today is with the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. Come along with Mary Jane Fox and her guests, members of this organization, Dennis Alvey, KGCHS, and Barbara Alvey, DGCHS. This papal order dates back to the time of the Crusades. It is the only lay institution of the Vatican State charged with the task of providing for the needs of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem and of all the activities and initiatives to support the Christian presence in the Holy Land.

On today’s journey, you will:

• Hear the story of how this Order began during the time of the Crusades.
• Learn what each member is committed to and what they do to help the Church in the Holy Land stay alive.
• Be inspired by what they represent and do in the name of all Catholic Christians.

Click here for guest information, additional photos, and take your journey to the next level.

Jewel for the Journey:

“Making the Holy Land known means transmitting the ‘Fifth Gospel,’ that is, the historical environment and geographical area in which the Word of God was revealed and then made flesh in Jesus of Nazareth, for us and for our salvation.” - Pope Francis (Apostolic Palace on Jan. 17)

We are so grateful to this month’s sponsor, Deanna Villarreal, who made this podcast episode possible.

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Our journey today will be a pilgrimage with a trailblazing woman saint, whom Pope Benedict XVI named a Doctor of the Church. She was a musician and composer, a theologian and mystic, an herbalist and healer, and a preacher and reformer in the High Middle Ages. Joining Angela Sealana is her guest, Jeanne O’Connell with St. Hildegard’s Cathedral of the Woods.

On today’s journey, you will

• Meet St. Hildegard von Bingen and hear about her life
• Discover how her insights can help us find wholeness and healing in our lives as we reclaim our relationship to the rest of Creation

Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 

Official website of St. Hildegard’s Cathedral of the Woods

Jewel for the Journey:

“With nature’s help, humankind can set into creation all that is necessary and life-sustaining.” – St. Hildegard von Bingen

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Our journey today will be a pilgrimage with Mary, the Mother of Jesus, under her title Our Lady of Stono River. This Marian title is associated with the Stono Uprising which took place at Stono River, South Carolina in the U.S. on September 9, 1739. We will also discuss how Mary’s titles in many cultures is important for our faith, and advice on passing along our own cultural traditions to keep them alive.

On today’s journey, you will

• Hear the story of this event in American history
• Learn about the Marian and Catholic connections
• Be encouraged by Our Lady of Stono River
• And, be inspired by the relationship between faith and culture

Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 

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Featured Image, Our Lady of Stono River mural created for the National Black Catholic Congress by Enzo Selvaggi, used with permission.

Mary Jane Fox interviews Dr. Mitch & Chrissy Finnie, a hopeful couple. They share their love in holy matrimony, their adoption journey, and their faith in Christ after losing their daughter Veronica. This week’s journey will be unforgettable.

During this episode, you will:

• Meet Dr. Mitch & Chrissy Finnie have been married for 14 years
• Be inspired by their story of the adoption of three children
• Learn how they remained close to each other and steadfast in their faith amidst Veronica’s passing

Click here for additional resources to continue your journey.

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Jewel for the Journey:
“Whatever you do for your family, your children, your husband, your wife, you do for God. All we do, our prayers, our work, our suffering, is for Jesus.” – St. Mother Teresa

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Come on a journey as we discuss total Consecration to Mary. Join Co-Founder and Co-Director of Pilgrim Center of Hope, Mary Jane Fox, and her guest, Ana Alcoreza. She is a woman who is consecrated to Mary, the Mother of God, and who has experienced Mary’s maternal mercy.

During this episode, you will:

• Learn about Total Consecration to Mary and its meaning.
• Discover why we can consider consecrating our lives to Mary, the Mother of God.
• Hear an explanation of why consecration to Mary helps us get closer to Jesus.

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Jewel for the Journey:

“Mary is the safest, easiest, shortest, and most perfect way of approaching Jesus.”  St. Louis de Montfort

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Our journey this week will be unique and special in many ways as we embark on a spiritual pilgrimage into sports and spirituality. Guiding us along the way are Mary Jane Fox and her guest, Stan Laing, Athletic Director at Northside Independent School District, the fourth largest school district in the state of Texas.

During this episode, you will:

• Be inspired by a Sports Coach who incorporates his Christian Faith with those around him.
• Hear how this Coach’s experience in the Holy Land caused him to choose a battle cry that includes the Jerusalem Cross.
• Receive good tips on choosing things that matter most, especially those that relate to our daily life.

Jewel for the Journey:

“Sports contribute to the love of life, teaches sacrifice, respect, and responsibility, leading to the full development of every human person.” – St. Pope John Paul II

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Come with us and explore Dominican Spirituality and the life of St. Dominic de Guzmán! To guide us on our spiritual pilgrimage are Angela Sealana, Media Coordinator for Pilgrim Center, and Annette Winfield, President of the Lay Dominican Chapter of San Antonio, Texas.

During this episode, you will:

• Meet St. Dominic and hear about his life
• Discover Dominican spirituality
• And learn about how all of this can teach, encourage & inspire us today.

Jewel for the Journey:

“May you make progress every day.” – St. Dominic de Guzmán

Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. 

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Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox on a spiritual journey to the Holy Land, where they will introduce us to Mary of Nazareth. She became the Mother of Jesus, the Son of God. She is without a doubt one of the most prominent and important figures in all of Christianity.

During this episode, you will:

• Be introduced to Mary of Nazareth
• Hear about the history of Nazareth, the hometown of Jesus
• Learn about Mary’s role in God’s salvation plan for his people

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Jewel for the Journey:
“Mary is that happy ark, in which those who take refuge will never suffer the shipwreck of eternal perdition” – St. Bernard of Clairvaux

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Take a spiritual journey to the heart of Jesus with Mary Jane Fox. Explore the compassion of Christ and the meaning of the Sacred Heart through the inspiring story of St. Margaret Mary. 

In this episode, you will:

• Hear the story of the apparitions of Jesus in France to a nun named Sr. Margaret Mary.
• Discover the 12 promises given to us by Jesus.
• Be inspired to have a devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode and download a FREE copy of The Twelve Promises of the Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary.

Jewel for the Journey: "Do not let the past disturb you. Leave everything in the Sacred Heart of Jesus and begin again with joy." - St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta

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Image Attribution: "Loved Us to The End", by LawrenceOP, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

It’s time to add another stamp to your spiritual passport! Join Jason Nunez and his guest, Fr. Charles Khachan, Pastor of St. George Maronite Catholic Church, in San Antonio, TX, on a journey to Lebanon and the life of St. Charbel. 

During our journey, you will learn:

• How did Christianity come to Lebanon, and what is the state of the Christian faith in Lebanon today?
• Who are Maronite Catholics, and how we are all connected?
• What spiritual lessons can we learn from St. Charbel, that can help us in our daily life?

Jewel for the Journey:
“The Father’s will is always for your good.” – St. Charbel Makhlouf

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Have you ever wondered, what is God’s Will for you? Come on a spiritual journey with Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they discuss this very topic. They will refer to the book Making Choices, by Peter Kreeft, to help guide us on this journey.

During this episode, you will:

• Learn what we mean when we say, “God’s Will”
• Hear several methods that have been used to determine God’s Will
• Discover some practical tips for discerning God’s Will in our lives

Jewel for the Journey:
“Let all your cares about the future trustingly in God’s hands, and let yourself be guided by the Lord just like a little child.” – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross

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Come on a spiritual pilgrimage with Jason Nunez and Angela Sealana to explore the wisdom and spirituality of St. Benedict, the founder of Western Monasticism. Hear about the life and legacy of this remarkable saint who shaped the history and culture of Europe and beyond!

During this episode, you will:

• Hear about the life and spirituality of St. Benedict
• Dive into The Rule of St. Benedict
• And learn about how he can teach, encourage & inspire us today

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Featured Image: “Saint Benedict”, by Lawrence OP, CC BY-SA 2.0

Jewel for the Journey:

"Listen carefully, my son, to the master’s instructions, and attend to them with the ear of your heart.” – St. Benedict

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Our journey this week will be unique and special in many ways. Come along with Deacon Tom and Mary Jane and take a journey with American Heroes, and more!

During this episode, you will:

• Be introduced to a couple of American Heroes who were Catholic and made a difference for our country.
• Learn about TAPS – how it originated and why we hear TAPS play at military events.
• Discover ways we can show our patriotism to our Nation.

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Featured image of Fr. Michael Quealy captured from Fr Michael Quealy in Vietnam YouTube video.
Featured image of Lt. Vincent Robert Capodanno Attribution: Catholic News Agency.

Jewel for the Journey:

“…our Declaration of Independence is a declaration of dependence. We are independent because we are dependent on God. If we wish to keep our rights and liberties, we must also keep our God… Piety and patriotism go together. That’s the first glory of being an American.” – Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen

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Come with us on a spiritual pilgrimage with Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati to his homeland of Turin, Italy. To guide us on our journey are Angela Sealana and Christine Wohar, Founder of FrassatiUSA which promotes the spirituality of Pier Giorgio Frassati.

During this episode, you will:

• Hear about Pier Giorgio and why he is growing in popularity around the
  world
• Come on an audio pilgrimage to Turin, his hometown, and where he is
  buried
• And learn about how he can teach, encourage & inspire us today.

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Photo (c) Associazione Pier Giorgio Frassati, Rome. Used with permission.

Jewel for the Journey:

“The purpose for which we have been created shows us the path, even if strewn with many thorns, it is not a sad path. It is joyful even in the face of sorrow.” – Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati

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Join Angela Sealana and internationally-recognized Catholic pilgrimage expert Mary Jane Fox to learn about the devotional practice of pilgrimages.

During this episode, you will:

• Learn: What distinguishes a pilgrimage from a religious tour?
• Understand the basics behind why we make pilgrimages
• Discover: What to consider when planning to make a pilgrimage?
• Plus: What if you can’t make a pilgrimage abroad? We’ll share how you can also benefit from the beautiful grace that is a pilgrimage experience.

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Jewel for the Journey:

“Pilgrimages evoke our earthly journey toward heaven…” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 2691)

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Join Jason Nunez and Angela Sealana on a journey through history with saints who were Dads! What can fathers gain from their example, especially for challenging times in the pilgrimage of parenthood?

During this episode, you will:

• Meet saints who were fathers, and learn what they teach us
• Look at common challenges facing fathers today, and learn practical tips for overcoming them
• And appreciate the powerful gift of fatherhood

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Jewel for the Journey:

“By fulfilling your duty in this way you will reach the highest state of happiness.” (St. Stephen of Hungary to his son Emeric, The Admonitions)

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It’s time to add another stamp to your spiritual passport! Join Jason Nunez as he guides you on a spiritual pilgrimage to the Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos, located in Jalisco, Mexico. This Cathedral-Basilica ranks second in the number of visitors in the country, only after the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, in Mexico City. More than 7 million pilgrims a year visit the Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos.

During this episode, you will hear:

• How the Cathedral Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos came to be
• About the First Miracle of Our Lady of San Juan de Los Lagos
• Simple ways we can walk in hope

Click here for additional resources, and a map view of this week's journey. 

Jewel for the Journey:

“The Church’s devotion to the Blessed Virgin is intrinsic to Christian worship.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 971)

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Image of Our Lady of San Juan de los Lagos Attribution: Luisalvaz, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

In this week’s spiritual pilgrimage, take a walk with the Holy Spirit! To lead us on our journey are Jason Nunez and Fr. Jorge Haro, a Missionary of the Holy Spirit and the Parochial Vicar of St. Luke Catholic Church located in San Antonio, TX.

During this episode, you will hear:

• Common misunderstandings or misconceptions about the Holy Spirit
• Steps we can take to walk with the Holy Spirit daily
• How to determine if you are being guided by the Holy Spirit

Click here for resources to get more out of your journey.

Jewel for the Journey:

“The Spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.” (Romans 8:16)

We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Chris and Patty Parma, who made this podcast episode possible.

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Did you know the Catholic Church has an outreach to all who journey by sea? The Stella Maris ministry is available to anyone traveling by sea who finds themselves near a port. Come along with Angela Sealana and her guest, Sr. Joanna Okereke, Sister of the Handmaids of the Holy Child Jesus, who was appointed National Director of Stella Maris in February 2015.

During this episode, you will:

• Hear about the life of seafarers and about the Church’s service to them through the Stella Maris apostolate
• Learn about Stella Maris – a title of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and how she, under this title, can guide us in our daily journey
• Be inspired and encouraged to live in hope!

Click here for resources to take your journey to the next level.

Jewel for the Journey:

“When the storms to temptation burst upon you, when you see yourself driven upon the rocks of tribulation, look at the star, call upon Mary.” – St. Bernard of Clairvaux

We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Chris and Patty Parma, who made this podcast episode possible.

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In today’s fast-paced world, Fatherhood seems to be portrayed in a way that is more comic relief than guidance and love. Join Jason Nunez, along with Missionary of Hope, Stan Laing, and his two sons, Ethan and Noah, as they share their experiences and insights on the importance of the father-son relationship. Learn how love, gratitude, and intentionality shape a Christ-centered life filled with hope.

In this episode, you will hear about:

• How fatherhood can help form men into becoming Men of God.
• Fatherhood’s impact and the value of love and gratitude.
• The importance of passing down values that lead to a Christ-centered life of hope!

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Jewel for the Journey: “Joseph loved Jesus as a father loves his son and showed his love by giving him the best he had… He did for Jesus what every Christian is called to do: give him love and a home.” - St. Josemaría Escrivá

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Our journey this week will be unique and special in many ways. Come along with Jason Nunez and his guest, Fr. Paul Melgarejo, Parochial Vicar of St. Matthew Catholic Church, in San Antonio, TX. They will be shining a light on the Sacrament of Confession! Fr. Paul entered the seminary after hearing the voice of God, calling him to the priesthood in Daily Mass and attending holy hour. Fr. Paul was ordained to the priesthood on May 15, 2021.

During this episode, you will hear about:

• What are some of the benefits of frequent Confession?
• What is the Seal of Confession?
• And what inspiration can we take from all this for our daily journey of life?

Click here for resources to take your journey to the next level.

We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, Chris and Patty Parma, who made this podcast episode possible.

Jewel for the Journey:

“Confession is an act of honesty and courage – an act of entrusting ourselves, beyond sin, to the mercy of a loving and forgiving God.” – Pope St. John Paul II

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This week's journey will place a focus on the many faces of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Come along with Mary Jane Fox, as she shines a light on the faces of Mary in which she has appeared throughout the centuries in various apparitions.

During this episode, you will hear:

• Insight as to why Mary does not appear as she looked while she was living in Nazareth.
• Summaries of several apparitions of Mary.
• Helpful tips on how we can grow closer to Mary in our daily lives.

Jewel for the Journey:

“May Mary’s pure and simple smile be a source of joy for each one of us as we face life’s difficulties.” Pope Francis

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Image of Our Lady of Akita Attribution: SICDAMNOME, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

In this week’s spiritual pilgrimage, take a journey with Lucia dos Santos, Francisco, and Jacinta Marto, the Fatima Shepherd Children. Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox will guide you through the story of Mary, the Mother of God’s apparitions to the Fatima Shepherd Children and the message she entrusted to them.

During this episode, you will hear about:

• Why would Mary appear to three young children?
• What were her messages to them?
• How can the lives of these three small children encourage us to hope and endure in our daily lives?

Click here for resources to take your journey to the next level.

Jewel for the Journey:

“Mary’s greatness consists in the fact that she wants to magnify God, not herself.” – Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

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Come with us to The Grand Canyon State! In this week’s spiritual pilgrimage, join Jason Nunez on a spiritual pilgrimage to the St. Peregrine Cancer Shrine in Mesa, AZ! The mission of the St. Peregrine Shrine at Christ the King Catholic Church is to promote perpetual adoration of Jesus Christ and to pray for those affected by cancer. In the midst of suffering, we offer a sanctuary for spiritual healing and emotional peace. Joining Jason on our journey is Anthanette Donaldson, Director of the St. Peregrine Cancer Shrine.

During this episode, you will hear about:

• Who is St. Peregrine?
• How did the St. Peregrine Cancer Shrine come to be?
• What can pilgrims experience when visiting the Shrine?
• What inspiration can we take from all this for our daily journey of life?

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Jewel for the Journey:

St. Peregrine, pray for us and all who invoke your aid! (Closing Prayer for Groups at the St. Peregrine Cancer Shrine)

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Come on a spiritual pilgrimage with Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox and take a rosary journey with Mary, to the Holy Land! Today this geographical area is called the State of Israel and the Palestinian Territories, it is also known as the land of the Bible, and the Land of Mary and Joseph!

During this episode, you will hear about:

• Why the Rosary is important and powerful for us.
• The importance of the Rosary in our spiritual life.
• Pray the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary along with Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox!

Click here to purchase the Holy Land Rosary booklet, written by Deacon Tom Fox.  All proceeds support our evangelization ministry.

Jewel for the Journey:

“The single richest treasure in the Vatican is the Rosary.” – Pope Pius IX

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Come on a spiritual pilgrimage with Mary Jane Fox, through Jesus’ appearances after the resurrection. These stories found in the scriptures have been read by millions throughout the centuries. They are true stories about Jesus appearing to His disciples after He resurrected and before He ascended into Heaven. How we can be inspired by his appearances after the resurrection?

During this episode, you will hear about:

• The Appearance to Mary of Magdala. (John 20: 11-18)
• The Appearance on the Road to Emmaus. (Luke 24:12-35)
• Several Other appearances of Jesus after his resurrection.
• How Jesus’ resurrection can encourage us today.

Jewel for the Journey:

“Christ came to save us, to show s the way, the only way out of the quicksand of sin, and THIS is mercy!” — Pope Francis

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Join Angela Sealana and Mary Jane Fox as they set sail on a journey to Lithostrotos, also called Gabbatha in the Gospel, which translates to Stone Pavement. Mary Jane has led over 60 pilgrimages to the Holy Land and has brought many pilgrims to one of the most memorable places in the Old City of Jerusalem, the Antonia Fortress. Pilgrims take time to reflect on the trial and the torture of Jesus, but also on his innocence, his love, and mercy for all of us.

During this episode, you will discover:

• What is it like to visit this pilgrimage site today?
• How does Jesus’ trial and Passion relate to my life?
• How can embracing Christ’s Passion bring peace?

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Jewel for the Journey:

“There is no evil to be faced that Christ does not face with us.” – Pope St. John Paul II

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Come on a spiritual pilgrimage with Mary Jane Fox through the Passion of Christ. With more than 30 years of experience journeying to the Holy Land and in evangelization, she will give you an ‘inside look’ into Jesus’ most important journey. In the second half of today's show, Mary Jane's husband, Deacon Tom Fox, joins her to share five steps to make the Passion of Christ more personal!

Jewel for the Journey:

“We are co-redeemers of the world. And souls are not redeemed without the cross.” – St. Teresa of the Andes

We are so grateful to the sponsor of this month’s Journeys of Hope, A Friend of Pilgrim Center of Hope, for making this episode possible.

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Our journey today will be one to give you hope if you’ve walked or are currently journeying through a medical challenge yourself or with a loved one. This is one episode you will not want to miss! Join Angela Sealana and her guest Jason Nunez, as he shares his experience journeying through kidney dialysis as well as other medical challenges.

During this episode, you will hear:

• About how to have hope amidst medical challenges
• Advice for accompanying someone through such a challenge
• And how our faith can encourage us in these circumstances

Click here for more encouragement on your daily pilgrimage of life. 

Jewel for the Journey:

“Pray, hope, and don't worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.” - Padre Pio

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We journey through the beauty of Irish Catholic spirituality, from Pádraig to potatoes. Join Angela Sealana and discover what wisdom the Irish have passed on, and what courageous challenges they’ve overcome.

During this episode, you will:

• Who was St. Patrick?
• Explore Irish symbols, sayings, and places of pilgrimage
• Learn how courageous Irish Catholics kept their faith amidst hardship
• Reflect on the impact of Irish Catholic immigrants

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Jewel for the Journey:

“Hope is the physician of each misery.” ― Irish Proverb

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Before Jesus ascended into heaven, He made a powerful promise to His followers that an Advocate, the Holy Spirit, would come to guide and strengthen them. Join Jason Nunez, along with Fr. Bob Hogan and Fr. Will Combs of the Brothers of the Beloved Disciple, share insights on deepening your faith.

In this episode, they will discuss:

• What does the Holy Spirit mean for us today? 
• How can everyday people experience renewal through the Holy Spirit in daily life?
• How can we share the Holy Spirit with our families & people around us?

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Jewel for the Journey: “The Spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God." (Romans 8:16)

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Our journey this week will be unique and special in many ways. Come along with Jason Nunez and his guest, George Campa, and take a journey to Hope at the Workplace! The 2022 State of the Global Workplace report, released by Gallup, revealed along with dissatisfaction, workers are experiencing overwhelming rates of both disengagement and unhappiness. There is hope and this is what we will be shining a light on!

During this episode, you will hear:

• How scripture can help us find hope in our daily routine
• There is always room for Forgiveness and Grace
• And learn a few lessons to encourage & inspire you on your daily pilgrimage
  of life.

Jewel for the Journey:

“Work! When you are engrossed in professional work, the life of your soul will improve, and you’ll become more of a man for you’ll get rid of that “carping spirit” that consumes you.” – St. Josemaría Escriva

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In this week’s spiritual pilgrimage, come along with Angela Sealana on a spiritual pilgrimage to the Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine, located in the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, PA. St. Katharine is an American saint who was born in the City of Brotherly Love, and is a fantastic role model for followers of Christ! Joining Angela on our journey is Reverend Dennis Gill, Rector, and Pastor, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, as well as Gina Ingiosi, Associate Director of St. Katharine Drexel Shrine, and Venerable Cornelia Connelly Memorial.

During this episode, you will:

• Explore the Shrine and its history in Pennsylvania
• Hear about the life of St. Katharine Drexel
• And learn about how she can teach, encourage & inspire us today

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Jewel for the Journey:

“Peacefully do at each moment, what at each moment needs to be done.” – St. Katharine Drexel

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Are you ready to live Lent with Freedom? Join Angela Sealana and Jason Nunez as they set sail on a journey into this special time in our Church’s calendar. During this special time, Christians around the world embark on a 40-day journey known as Lent.

During this episode, we will discuss:

• What is Lent? Why do we do it?
• How do the Catholic Mass as well as the appearance of our churches change during Lent, and why?
• How can my practice of Lent lead me to greater freedom, joy & peace?

Click here for resources to take your Lenten journey to the next level.

Jewel for the Journey:

“We are ambassadors for Christ, as if God were appealing through us.” (2 Corinthians 5:20)

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Come on a spiritual pilgrimage with Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox and take a rosary journey to Lourdes with Mary! Lourdes is in Southwestern France where Mary, the Mother of God appeared to a young 14-year girl Bernadette Soubirous 18 times from Feb – July in the year 1858. Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox have had the privilege of leading numerous pilgrim groups to Lourdes. Their experiences in Lourdes have helped them grow closer to Mary and Jesus.

On today’s journey, you will discover:

• What the rosary meant for Bernadette
• We will also talk about the role of the Rosary for pilgrims who visit Lourdes today
• Why the rosary is important and powerful for us.

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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

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Are you searching for healing? Join Jason Nunez and Mary Jane Fox as they discuss the Baths in Lourdes, France, and healing in our lives with Mary! Hear a summary of Mary, the Mother of God, who revealed herself as the Immaculate Conception to St. Bernadette, and take a deeper dive into a journey of healing.

On today’s journey, you will discover:

• What is Mary’s role in the healing that takes place in Lourdes?
• What if someone cannot go to Lourdes for healing?
• What kinds of tools does the Church provide us for healing in our daily lives?

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Jewel for the Journey:

“I do not promise to make you happy in this world, but in the next.” This is the third statement of Our Lady at Lourdes

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Join Mary Jane Fox as she leads us on a journey to the Heart of Jesus. Discover the compassion of Jesus as we take a look at two specific scripture stories. Both give us a closer look at the compassion of Jesus, the Lord. Joining Mary Jane in the second segment of this week’s journey are Angela Sealana, Media Coordinator of Pilgrim Center of Hope, and Jason Nunez, Pilgrim Center of Hope’s Media Production Coordinator. 

On today’s journey, you will discover:

• Examples of the compassion of Jesus in Mark 6:3 & John 11:17-44
• What does the Church say about Jesus’ compassion?
• How can we live Jesus’ compassion in our daily lives?

Jewel for the Journey:

“Be brave! From the Heart of Jesus comes grace, strength, and help!” – St. Madeleine Sophie Barat

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In hearing the word conversion, what came to mind? Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they discuss this very topic. A journey to conversion offers us a path toward the light. That light is Christ Himself, who said: “I am the way and the truth and the life.”

On today’s journey, you will:

• Learn the meaning of conversion
• Discover the life of a man who experienced an amazing conversion that has touched millions through the centuries
• Dive into three lessons we can learn from the Conversion of St. Paul

Jewel for the Journey:

“Our hearts are restless O Lord, until they rest In thee.” – St. Augustine

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Join Angela Sealana as she leads us on a journey to Pilgrim Center of Hope! Discover and learn from a pilgrimage to this unique place set on about 7 acres in northwest San Antonio, Texas; a nonprofit Catholic ministry founded in 1993. Joining Angela on this week’s journey is Mary Jane Fox, Co–Founder and Co–Director of Pilgrim Center of Hope, and Jason Nunez, Pilgrim Center of Hope’s Media Production Coordinator. 

On today’s journey, you will discover:

• Why does this unique Center have 7 acres of property in San Antonio?
• What treasures are waiting to be discovered inside?
• What stories of hope have come from this place over 30 years?

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Jewel for the Journey:

“Rejoice in hope, endure in affliction, persevere in prayer.” (Romans 12:12)

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What is a pilgrimage? Join Jason Nunez and Mary Jane Fox as they dive into this very topic. As someone who has organized over 80 authentic spiritual pilgrimages along with her husband Deacon Tom, Mary Jane Fox is just the person to help guide us on this journey. Is a pilgrimage limited to travel or is it also applicable to our daily lives?

On today’s journey, you will discover:

• What is the meaning of the word pilgrimage?
• Why does the Church use the term “Pilgrim People” and what does it mean?
• What are some unique aspects of Pilgrim Center of Hope pilgrimages?

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Jewel for the Journey:

“Pilgrimages evoke our earthly journey toward heaven and are traditionally very special occasions for renewal in prayer. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 2691).”

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How did Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox start an evangelization center after encountering the Lord Jesus and the importance of living and sharing the Christian Faith? In 2023, Pilgrim Center of Hope celebrates our 30 years of guiding people to Christ! On this week’s Journey of Hope, be inspired by the story of two people whose lives were forever changed.

On today’s journey, you will:

• How and why did they found Pilgrim Center of Hope 30 years ago?
• Did you know that it had nothing to do with organizing pilgrimages in the first place?
• Why was Pilgrim chosen for its name?

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Jewel for the Journey:

“Walk with your feet on earth, but in your heart be in heaven.” – St. John Bosco

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How is it that a set of beads can be a tool of comfort, a means of contemplative prayer, and provide hope for those in need of spiritual direction? Hear how the Rosary, a gift given to us by the Blessed Virgin Mary, can become for us a guide to Heaven.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The spiritual benefits the Rosary offers to those who pray it regularly
• How even non-Catholics can experience grace through praying the Rosary
• Insights into the 20 mysteries of the Rosary and how they deepen our understanding of Christ’s life and mission

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Jewel for the Journey: “Praying the Rosary is nothing other than to contemplate with Mary the face of Christ.” - Saint John Paul II

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Come on a spiritual pilgrimage with Angela Sealana and Mary Jane Fox to the Chapel of the Divine Child on the Bethlehem University campus in Palestine. A Catholic Christian institution of higher learning founded in 1973, Bethlehem University of the Holy Land is open to students of all faith traditions. The Chapel of the Divine Child, built in 1908, is one of the most beautiful chapels in the Holy Land.

On today’s journey, you will:

• Hear about what it’s like to visit Bethlehem today
• Explore the unique campus of Bethlehem University and its Chapel of the Divine Child
• And we’ll gain inspiration for our daily journey of life along the way.

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Jewel for the Journey:

Bethlehem is a Holy Site where Christians can be born again in the heart of Christ.

We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, the Nuñez & Rojas Family, in loving memory of Isidoro “Izzy” Nuñez Jr., who made this podcast episode possible.

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Join Mary Jane Fox on a journey to creating a sacred space! There are many benefits of creating a sacred space in your home. This beautiful practice is one that invites God into your home formally by creating a simple space for prayer.

During our journey, you will learn:

• Why would we want to do this?
• What is needed to create a Sacred Space?
• Tips on how creating a Sacred Space can help us in our daily lives.

We are so grateful to this month’s sponsors, the Nuñez & Rojas Family, in loving memory of Isidoro “Izzy” Nuñez Jr., who made this podcast episode possible.

Jewel for the Journey:

“Our life is made of time and time is God’s gift, and it is therefore important to make use of it by performing good and fruitful actions. Among the many things to do in our daily routine, one of the priorities should be reminding ourselves of our Creator who allows us to live, who loves us,  who accompanies us on our journey.” – Pope Francis

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It’s time to add another stamp to your spiritual passport! Join Angela Sealana and Jason Nunez as they dive into the life of Carmelite priest and Doctor of the Church, St. John of the Cross, and spiritually travel to his tomb, in Segovia, Spain. Joining Angela and Jason this week, is their guest, Fr. Gregory Ross, OCD is a member of the Discalced Carmelite Friars, and pastor and rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower, located in San Antonio, Texas.

On today’s journey, you will:

• Hear about the Tomb of mystic & Carmelite saint, John of the Cross… and an anecdote about why it may not be the best reflection of his life!
• We’ll hear about why St. John of the Cross is an important figure in history & in the Catholic faith
• And we’ll be encouraged & inspired in our daily lives by the spirituality of St. John of the Cross.

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Jewel for the Journey:

“In the evening of life, we will be judged on love alone.” – St. John of the Cross

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