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Join Fr Rob Galea, Jessica Bond, Claire Forbes for weekly conversations about the upcoming Sunday Mass readings and relevant life topics from a Catholic perspective.
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Aug 15, 2021 • 44min
Cafeteria Catholicism
Can we pick and choose which Catholic teachings to follow? Join Fr Rob, Alyssa and Justine in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading.21st Sunday in Ordinary TimeGospel: John 6:60-69Topic: Cafeteria CatholicismFor a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Aug 8, 2021 • 42min
Marian Apparitions
What can we gain from Marian apparitions? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading.Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin MaryGospel: Luke 1:39-56Topic: Marian ApparitionsFor a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Aug 1, 2021 • 49min
Worry
How can faith help us manage worry and anxiety? Join Fr Rob and Justine in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading.Solemnity of Saint Mary of the Cross (MacKillop)Gospel: Matthew 6:25-34Topic: WorryFor a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Jul 25, 2021 • 36min
Show Me A Sign
Should Christians rely on signs from God? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading.18th Sunday in Ordinary TimeGospel: John 6:24-35Topic: Show Me A SignFor a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Jul 18, 2021 • 47min
Catholics & Veganism
Should Catholics be vegan? Join Fr Rob and Justine in the season opener of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading.17th Sunday in Ordinary TimeGospel: John 6:1-15Topic: Catholics & VeganismFor a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Jul 11, 2021 • 5min
Hello Season 6
Welcome to Season 6 of the Catholic Influencers Podcast presented by FRG Ministry.This is a quick introduction with co-hosts Fr Rob Galea, Alyssa Agius & Justine Cumbo who share what this podcast is all about. Listen to hear about what you can expect from this season and how you can stay connected with us. New episodes released on all online platforms every Monday.For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Jul 4, 2021 • 11min
Meet Justine
In this bonus episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast, we introduce you to Justine Cumbo who will be joining us as co-host for Season 6! For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Jun 27, 2021 • 35min
Mental Illness
What impact does faith have through suffering and recovering from mental illness?In this throwback episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast during our season break, we revisit one of the very early episodes of this podcast with original co-hosts, Fr. Rob Galea and Danii Sullivan. This episode features a discussion about their personal stories of struggling with mental illness, how they look after their health and the impact that their faith has had in their suffering and recovery. It concludes with an interview with Fr Dan Strickland MGL, who has his Masters in Counselling and sheds some light on his experience of mental illness, what he's observed in his work and the strengths that can come out of battling mental illness.For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Jun 20, 2021 • 35min
Women In The Church
What is the role of women in the church? How can women be heard within the church?In this throwback episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast during our season break, we revisit one of the very early episodes of this podcast with original co-hosts, Fr. Rob Galea and Danii Sullivan. This episode features a discussion about why women can't be ordained as priests, to the role of women in the Bible and the context in which scripture passages regarding women were written. It concludes with an interview with international Catholic speaker Katie Prejean.For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show

Jun 13, 2021 • 36min
Tattoos And The Church
What does the Catholic Church and the Bible teach about tattoos? What should you consider if you're planning to get a tattoo?In this throwback episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast during our season break, we revisit one of the very early episodes of this podcast with original co-hosts, Fr. Rob Galea and Danii Sullivan. This episode features a discussion about tattoos and the church, as well as an interview with protestant pastor from Sydney, Phillip Webb who completed a doctorate on Christianity and tattoos. For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies.Support the show