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Big City Catholics Podcast

Big City Catholics Podcast

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  • Episode 183 - Behold, God is with Us

    Episode 183 - Behold, God is with Us
    Dec 26 2025
    In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan and Father Heanue reflect on the mystery of the Lord’s Incarnation as we celebrate the Octave of Christmas. Bishop Brennan shares his Christmas homily, reminding us that when we truly behold God’s presence in our lives, we can find the courage to overcome our fears. He encourages us to draw comfort and strength from Emmanuel — God with us.
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    14 mins
  • Episode 182 - Defying the Darkness by Seeking and Sharing the Light of Christ

    Episode 182 - Defying the Darkness by Seeking and Sharing the Light of Christ
    Dec 19 2025
    In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan and Father Heanue reflect on hope and light amid darkness. The discussion addresses recent acts of violence and hardships both locally and globally. Bishop Brennan encourages us during Advent to acknowledge the darkness in the world, the reality that our existence is finite, and the longing for eternity in Heaven. He motivates us as Christians to be agents of the light and to inspire each other by walking together on the journey of life, pointing in the direction of hope.
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    20 mins
  • Episode 181 - Faith, Culture, and Community: Celebrating Our Lady of Guadalupe with Lucero Manzanares

    Episode 181 - Faith, Culture, and Community: Celebrating Our Lady of Guadalupe with Lucero Manzanares
    Dec 12 2025
    In this episode of Big City Catholics, Lucero Manzanares, Associate Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry in the diocese, joins Bishop Brennan to share her background engaging youth and young adults through holy hours, youth days, and community-building activities. Lucero shares personal stories and cultural traditions surrounding the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the missionary spirit of St. Juan Diego. Their conversation touches on the importance of encounter, meeting people where they are, building relationships, and challenging them to grow in faith.
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    25 mins
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