Pints With Aquinas St. Francis, The CFR's Founding, and Mission (Fr. Malachy Napier) | Ep. 452
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Feb 21, 2024 Fr. Malachy Napier discusses topics such as being ordained during the pandemic, the life of St. Francis of Assisi, and a fascinating story of prison ministry in an overcrowded Nicaraguan prison. The podcast delves into encounters with Jesus in everyday interactions, embracing vulnerability in faith, understanding the founding fathers of the CFRs, embracing grace through struggles, and the challenges faced in living in a religious community.
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Lead With Jesus First
- Introducing oneself as “a person who met Jesus” resonates more powerfully than religious labels.
- Leading with Jesus bridges cultural gaps and invites openness.
Nicaraguan Prison Ministry Story
- Father Malachy shares a story about doing prison ministry in an overcrowded Nicaraguan prison.
- He experienced danger but also joy as prisoners found new faith through the gospel.
Child’s Recognition of Jesus
- Father Malachy recounts a joyful moment when a child in an airport recognized Jesus on his habit.
- Small gestures reveal people's openness to encounter Christ unexpectedly.