Invited

The Podcast of The Valley Catholic, the Magazine for the Diocese of San José

Ep 6: Diocesan Institute for Leadership in Ministry (ILM) Alumni Forum: Where Are They Now?

Join Bishop Cantú, Vicki Schwoob, Margarita Hua, and Deacon Ruben Solorio in a spirited conversation about the impact of ILM whether they graduated five years ago or twenty five years ago. Learn more about the Diocesan Institute for Leadership in Ministry (ILM) here.

09-03
34:00

Surprised By Grace Book Discussion Ep 1 Ch 1-3

In episode 1 [Ch 1-3], Marissa Nichols, editor of The Valley Catholic Magazine and Father Joe Kim, pastor of Saint John Vianney, discuss the late Father Kevin Joyce’s intended audiences for his autobiography and the universal appeal of Father’s spiritual journey for all seekers of truth and grace. Listeners are also treated to a clip of Father Kevin from one of his Spirit Seeker conferences. All episodes include a spoiler-free chapter summary.  Recommended, but not required: book purchase information can be found here or at your favorite bookseller.   

09-03
13:36

Surprised By Grace Book Discussion Ep 2 Ch 4-6

Three special guests who knew or worked with the late Father Kevin Joyce join episode 2 [Ch 4-6]: Emmanuel Valenzuela, youth minister; seminarian Michael Kelly, and vocational discerner Marco Antonio Heredia. All three share their favorite quote from the first six chapters of the book and discuss how they knew Father Kevin. All episodes include a spoiler-free chapter summary. Recommended, but not required: book purchase information can be found here or at your favorite bookseller. 

09-03
23:10

Surprised By Grace Book Discussion Ep 3 Ch 7-9

The conversation continues during episode 3 [Ch 7-9] where guests Emmanuel, Michael, and Marco reflect on living as faith-filled young adults and the importance of both consistent spiritual practices as well as parental authenticity.  In the chapters discussed, Kevin Joyce’s own turbulent time of discernment as a young adult takes center stage. All episodes include a spoiler-free chapter summary. Recommended, but not required: book purchase information can be found here or at your favorite bookseller. 

09-03
19:15

Surprised By Grace Book Discussion Ep 4 Ch 10-12

In episode 4 [Ch 10-12], hosts reflect on the halfway point of the book and clarify the relationship between Eastern and Western meditation practices Father Kevin encounters throughout his book.  Listeners are also treated to a real-time meditation with the late Father Kevin from one of his Spirit Seeker conferences where he led the audience on the “Jesus prayer.” All episodes include a spoiler-free chapter by chapter summary. Recommended, but not required: book purchase information can be found here or at your favorite bookseller.   

09-03
18:21

Ep 6 Trailer: Diocesan Institute for Leadership and Ministry Alumni Forum: Where are they now?

Trailer for Ep 6. Episode description: Join Bishop Cantú, Vicki Schwoob, Margarita Hua, and Deacon Ruben Solorio in a spirited conversation about the impact of ILM whether they graduated five years ago or twenty five years ago. Learn more about the Diocesan Institute for Leadership in Ministry (ILM) here.

08-20
01:11

Ep 5 Faith and Discipleship in the Lives of Gay Catholics

Join Bishop Cantú and guests Eve Tushnet and Keith Wildenberg, co-Founders of Building Catholic Futures, as they discuss accompaniment and what makes faith possible, appealing, and fruitful for gay people. Believing that everything the Catholic Church holds to be true is true, both Eve and Keith provide insights to serve and share the Gospel with LGBT+ and same-sex-attracted people. Website: Building Catholic Futures

07-09
30:30

Ep 5 Trailer Faith and Discipleship in the Lives of Gay Catholics

This is the trailer for episode 5. Episode description: Join Bishop Cantú and guests Eve Tushnet and Keith Wildenberg, co-Founders of Building Catholic Futures, as they discuss accompaniment and what makes faith possible, appealing, and fruitful for gay people. Believing that everything the Catholic Church holds to be true is true, both Eve and Keith provide insights to serve and share the Gospel with LGBT+ and same-sex-attracted people.

06-30
01:59

Ep 4 The 10th Anniversary of Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si: Care for our Common Home

Host Father Ryan Mau of Saint Lawrence Parish sits down with Bishop Oscar Cantú, Father Christ Bologo of Saint Simon Parish and parishioner Michelle Nealon of Saint Simon to discuss the late Pope Francis' Encyclical "Laudato Sí: On the Care for Our Common Home" on its 10th anniversary.   Laudato Si' Action Platform: https://laudatosiactionplatform.org/

05-15
27:18

Ep 4 Trailer The 10th Anniversary of Pope Francis’ Encyclical Laudato Si: Care for our Common Home

Trailer for Ep 4. Episode description: Host Father Ryan Mau of Saint Lawrence Parish sits down with Bishop Oscar Cantú, Father Christ Bologo of Saint Simon Parish and parishioner Michelle Nealon of Saint Simon to discuss the late Pope Francis' Encyclical "Laudato Sí: On the Care for Our Common Home" on its 10th anniversary.

04-30
01:38

Ep 3 The Church in the Middle East and the Hope for Christian Unity

Join host Father Ryan Mau, parochial vicar at Saint Lawrence, Bishop Cantú and guests: the V. Rev. Father Samer Youssef and Maria Segal of the Orthodox Church of the Redeemer for a conversation about the Church in the Middle East and the hope for Christian unity. Learn about Bishop Cantú's visits to the Holy Land and the Middle East during his time as Chair of the Commission for Justice and Peace. Father Samer also shares a miraculous story linking his church in Los Altos to Ground Zero in New York. Parishioner Maria Segal also shares personal insight on the impact of her community as a parishioner.

03-12
33:22

Ep 3 Trailer The Church in the Middle East and the Hope for Christian Unity

This is the trailer for episode 3 of Invited, the podcast for the Diocese of San José. Episode description: Join Bishop Cantú and guests: the V. Rev. Father Samer Youssef and Maria Segal of the Orthodox Church of the Redeemer for a conversation about the Church in the Middle East and the hope for Christian unity. Learn about Bishop Cantú's visits to the Holy Land and the Middle East during his time as Chair of the Commission for Justice and Peace. Father Samer also shares a miraculous story linking his church in Los Altos to Ground Zero in New York. Parishioner Maria Segal also shares personal insight on the impact of her community as a parishioner.

03-05
01:26

Ep 2 Religious Sisters Roundtable

Join Bishop Oscar Cantú, Mother Revelación S.S.V.M, and Sister Catherine Bui O.P. as they discuss the contributions religious sisters have made and their continuing impact on the Church in the world.  Enjoy some snippets from Bishop Cantú's childhood experiences in Catholic schools.

12-18
27:56

Ep 2 Trailer Religious Sisters Roundtable

This is the trailer for episode 2 which features a roundtable with Bishop Cantú and religious sisters. Episode description: Join Bishop Oscar Cantú, Mother Revelación S.S.V.M, and Sister Catherine Bui O.P. as they discuss the contributions religious sisters have made and their continuing impact on the Church in the world.  Enjoy some snippets from Bishop Cantú's childhood experiences in Catholic schools.

11-27
01:26

Ep 1 Advocacy and Political Love in an Election Year

Disrupt the political chatter surrounding Catholics during this election year and join Bishop Cantú, Bishop of San José, along with Father Angelbert Chikere, Diocesan Director of the Office of Life, Justice, and Peace and Michael Shirley, Associate Diocesan Director of the Office of Life, Justice and Peace as they discuss the teaching role of the California Catholic Conference (CCC) on issues, the difference between political advocacy and activism, and the call of Pope Francis for political love. California Catholic Conference of Bishops: https://cacatholic.org/ USCCB "Civilize It" Initiative: https://www.usccb.org/civilizeit Office of Life, Justice and Peace: https://www.dsj.org/evangelization/social-ministries/   Interrumpe el parloteo político que rodea a los católicos durante este año electoral y únase al Obispo Cantú, Obispo de San José, junto con el Padre Angelbert Chikere, Director Diocesano de la Oficina de Vida, Justicia y Paz y Michael Shirley, Director Asociado Diocesano de la Oficina de Vida, Justicia y Paz mientras discuten el papel docente de la Conferencia Católica de California (CCC) sobre distintos asuntos, la diferencia entre la defensa y el activismo político y el llamado del Papa Francisco al amor político.   Phá vỡ lời bàn tán về chính trị xung quanh Công Giáo trong suốt năm bầu cử này và tham gia cùng Giám Mục Cantú, Giám Mục của San José và Cha Angelbert Chikere, Giám Đốc Giáo Phận cho Văn Phòng Sự Sống, Công Lý và Hòa Bình và cả Michael Shirley, Phó Giám Đốc Giáo Phận cho Văn Phòng Sự Sống, Công Lý và Hòa Bình khi họ thảo luận về vai trò chỉ dạy của Hội Đồng Công Giáo California (CCC) đối với các vấn đề, sự khác biệt giữa chủ nghĩa hoạt động và vận động chính trị, lời kêu gọi của Giáo Hoàng Francis về tình yêu chính trị.   

10-16
28:10

Ep 1 Trailer Advocacy and Political Love in an Election Year

The Valley Catholic, the magazine for the Catholic diocese of San José, is now podcasting! This is the trailer for the pilot episode which focuses on advocacy and political love in an election year. Episode 1 description: Disrupt the political chatter surrounding Catholics during this election year and join Bishop Cantú, Bishop of San José, along with Father Angelbert Chikere, Diocesan Director of the Office of Life, Justice, and Peace and Michael Shirley, Associate Diocesan Director of the Office of Life, Justice and Peace as they discuss the teaching role of the California Catholic Conference (CCC) on issues, the difference between political advocacy and activism, and the call of Pope Francis for political love.    

09-26
02:15

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