I thought it was a good idea to make a podcast promo. Besides, I have received quite a few requests for it from fellow podcasters. What I have made is a one-minute presentation of what my podcast series is all about. It did not take me long to write the copy, but choosing the appropriate audio tracks did. Yet I truly had fun doing it. If you are a podcaster, you are free to use this plug in your podcast. Please leave your comments and suggestions on how to improve my 60-second podcast promo.

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Gospel Acclamation of the Day: "God was in Christ, to reconcile the world to himself, and the Good News of reconciliation he has entrusted to us." (2 Co 5:19)

Mylene is only 29 years old but she already went through three surgical operations. First, for a kidney transplant when she was only 24. Second, to remove a lump in her breast. And just recently, to replace her damaged hip. At first she was very bitter and even blamed God. But now she feels bubbly and, as a nurse in a British hospital, makes it a point to bring hope and inspiration to her patients.

What changed her outlook? What is her source of strength? How can wounding be a source of blessing? Why does she think that through her sickness God has given her a  mission? Download this podcast to listen to Mylene’s story and allow her to bring hope and inspiration into your life today.

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                         Mylene  (MP3 download 16Mb)

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Gospel Acclamation of the Day: "Come to me, all you that labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest, says the Lord." (Mt 11:28)

His name is Lawrence Stephens. He is one of the only two lay persons (read: non-ordained) in the world who have been appointed as General Secretary of a Bishops’ Conference. I interviewed Lawrence about his experiences as General Secretary of the Bishops’ Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands. We also talked about the special role of the laity in the church.

In the Decree on the Apostolate of the Laity, Pope Paul VI , proclaimed that the acitivity of the laity “is so necessary within the Church communities that without it the apostolate of the priests is often unable to achieve its full effectiveness”. In this episode you will also hear an alternative Christian song entitled “Proclaim”.

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                         Role of the Laity in the Church (MP3 download 18Mb)

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Gospel Acclamation of the Day: "You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy people. Praise God who called you out of darkness and into his marvelous light." (1 Pt 2:9)

This is a Father’s Day special edition podcast, in recognition of the extraordinary roles fathers play in our lives, in our families and in our societies. I conversed with 4 friends from various parts of the world. Mylene (United Kingdom) talks about how her father gave her strength during the weakest moments in her life. Suzette (Philippines) shares how her dad helped her pass the board exams. Fr. Raymond (France) reflects on the Father’s desire to establish an intimate heart to heart relationship with us. And Weng (United Kingdom), who lost his papa in 1997, has an inspiring message for children whose fathers have already passed away. Download this podcast to listen to their stories and reflections.

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                         Father’s Day Podcast (MP3 download 16Mb)

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Gospel Acclamation of the Day: "My sheep listen to my voice, says the Lord; I know them, and they follow me." (Jn 10:27)

In this podcast you will meet Mark, a Belgian missionary of the Sacred Heart who did pastoral work with street children for 21 months in Fiji. He will share with us the pains and gains of living in another country, and the unsurpassable joy of being able to share God’s love with impoverished children. I will introduce a new section of my podcast called SpiritFresh 360 – reflections and insights to refresh and nourish your soul. You will also get to hear a song entitled “Our Song of Love”.

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                         A Missionary Amongst Street Children in Fiji (MP3 download 16Mb)

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Gospel Acclamation of the Day: "Teach me your paths, my God, and lead me in your truth." (Ps 24:4.5)