Journeys of Hope | a Pilgrim Center of Hope podcast

We will dive into the life & spirituality of perhaps one of the most influential saints in modern times, as we take an audio pilgrimage with St. John Bosco to the Basilica of Our Lady, Help of Christians in Turin, Italy. Come along with host Angela Sealana as we hear stories about Don Bosco, patron saint of magicians & youth, from guest Salesian Sister Guadalupe Medina, FMA. During our journey, you will hear about: St. John Bosco, patron saint of magicians, students & laborers  The Basilica he built in Turin, Italy Why the Virgin Mary is called "Help of Christians" How Don Bosco can give us hope & courage in daily life Photo of Basilica of Our Lady, Help of Christians courtesy of Franco56, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons Click here to see photos of the Our Lady, Help of Christians, as well as a map view of its location! Jewel for the Journey: Walk with your feet on earth, but in your heart be in heaven. – St. John Bosco We are so grateful to this month's sponsors, Francisco & Sherry Beatty, who made this podcast episode possible. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

  This week's spiritual pilgrimage takes us to the scene of the Nativity of Jesus Christ! Join Mary Jane Fox on a walk to the manger in Bethlehem in ancient Palestine. To that simple place where Mary gave birth to Jesus Christ, and where she, the infant Jesus, and Joseph his foster father stayed a while after his birth. During our journey, you will hear about: What is the weather and terrain like in Bethlehem during the time of the birth of Jesus? Why is it significant that Jesus was laid in a manger? What must have Mary and Joseph felt in the moments after Jesus was born? Much more! Click here to see the Nativity through the eyes of a Holy Land pilgrim today, and a map view of the Nativity of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem! Jewel for the Journey: Let us rejoice, for Jesus our Savior shows us he is with us at every moment in our lives! Let us rejoice, for Jesus is our Hope! Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate  

This week's spiritual pilgrimage, Angela Sealana will lead us on a journey to the Western Wall of the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem. During our spiritual pilgrimage, Angela will discuss: Take you on a guided walk around the Western Wall. We'll hear about the history of the original Temple, and what it was like during the time of Jesus, And we'll meet two people known for their association with the Temple, Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus. Click here to see photos and a map view of the Western Wall Jewel for the Journey: "Do you not know that you are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?" (1 Corinthians 3:16) Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

How can we make our next trip to a cemetery a journey of hope? Join Deacon Tom & Mary Jane Fox for this encouraging & enlightening conversation on this truest sense of "journey of hope." What happens during a Catholic burial? When visiting the grave sites of loved ones, what is good for my family & I do? What is the purpose & origin of All Souls Day? How can we have hope today amidst so much suffering & loss? Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Come on a journey with us to this town on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, which was at the center of Our Lord's public ministry. This fishing port and market for merchants was also where St. Peter lived. It was the town where Jesus invited Matthew the tax collector; "Follow me." Experience this bustling village where a number of the apostles lived, where Jesus announced the Holy Eucharist, and where he healed and taught. We will take you to Peter's house, travel down the Via Maris, and go to the synagogue where Jesus went on the Sabbath day. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue to spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Join us as we take a spiritual pilgrimage to Cana in the Galilee region of the Holy Land. We will visit the Wedding Church built over the site of the famous Wedding Feast attended by Jesus, his Mother, and his apostles; where the changing of water into wine took place. During this program, also discover: the significance of the Wedding at Cana what it's like to travel as a pilgrim to Cana spiritual insights for our daily lives from Jesus' first miracle Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us keep spreading hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Come on a journey to the medieval city of Avila! The entire Old Town of Avila is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For pilgrims, the city of Avila is important because of its association with great mystic & reformer St. Teresa, a 16th century Carmelite nun; the first woman to be honored as a Doctor of the Church. Explore Convento de Santa Teresa, containing her relics, and Monasterio de la Encarnacion where she lived. Learn about this fascinating saint who reformed the Carmelites alongside St. John of the Cross Receive precious spiritual insights you can learn for your daily life from St. Teresa's practical wisdom. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org Help us continue! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Come on a spiritual pilgrimage with Mary Jane Fox to the Basilica of St. Therese of Lisieux, the young Carmelite saint who is also known as the "Little Flower". Join us as we explore her home where she lived from the age of four to 15, the Carmelite Convent where she lived as a cloistered nun, and we will spiritually visit the Basilica built in her honor and where her parents are entombed. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

We hear from special guest Robert Aguirre, who served as the Project Manager for John Paul II's papal visit to San Antonio, Texas; for his personal insights, memories & stories about this historic visit. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue to spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Meet your Holy Land pilgrim companions Christina & Valentin Campos! Journey through the Galilee region of the Holy Land in their eyes. Jesus Christ did much of his preaching by the shores of the Sea of Galilee, we will transport you to many of the ports that date back to biblical times as well as set sail aboard a fishermen's boat. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue our mission of hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Come on a spiritual journey to Capernaum – the town of Jesus during his public ministry; this time with special guest Eddie Reyes who reflects with us on Jesus and Peter based on his pilgrimage experiences and diving into Scripture. Hear about the holy sites and discover: Peter's home and his relationship with Jesus How Jesus challenged people during his time and today What encouragement we can gain from the stories of these holy places Learn more: PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue: PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

We're journeying to the Sea of Galilee's shoreline where Jesus asked Peter, "Do you love me?" and charged him with the care of the Church. Join Deacon Tom & Mary Jane Fox for a spiritual pilgrimage to a place of mercy and healing. Hear about this spot at the time of Christ and today Reflect on John 21 about the miraculous catch of fish, Jesus cooking breakfast for the disciples, the meaning of the charcoal fire, and Jesus addressing Peter directly for the first time since his denial. See what this place teaches us for our everyday life. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Come along to the site traditionally believed to be where the Virgin Mary fell into a deep sleep and was assumed into heaven. This site on Mount Zion, just outside the Old City walls, contains striking sacred art. We also discuss the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary celebrated on August 15 annually. Learn more: PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Find out why this basilica is known as the seat of the bishop of Rome, the Pope. Learn about the magnificent art and relics contained within this holy place, and discover several ways the church inspires Christians' everyday lives. More at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Spiritually travel to Kafr Cana in the Galilee region of the Holy Land. This is the site where the Wedding Feast and changing of water into wine recorded in the Gospel of John took place. Discover: the significance of the Wedding at Cana in the public ministry of Jesus the symbolism connected to his first miracle insights from figures through history Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue spreading hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Take a virtual journey to the ancient city of Magdala on the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Jesus and apostles visited this fishing port where he preached at the synagogue, the ruins of which were discovered in 2009. Includes: Visit the ancient ruins of the synagogue, market, and Duc In Altum church Sacred art in the chapels Reflection on the stone pavement where Jesus encountered the Hemorrhaging Woman St. Mary Magdalene and what we learn from her Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Spiritually travel with us to the Pyrenees for a visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Torreciudad. The newer shrine was completed in 1975; the brainchild of St. Josemaria Escriva, founder of Opus Dei. Experience a virtual tour of this spectacular shrine Discover why this place was so important to St. Josemaria Learn how this shrine spotlights the Family and the Sacrament of Reconciliation Gain spiritual insights for your daily life Discover more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue spreading hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Angela Sealana shares her experiences on the Mount of Beatitudes while on a unique Holy Land pilgrimage. * Get an audio walk-through of the Mount and the Chapel built there * Discover the symbolism & meaning behind sacred art on-site * Gain spiritual refreshment and encouragement from Jesus Christ's most famous teaching Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue to spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Take a spiritual journey to to the National Shrine of Francis Xavier Seelos, located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The shrine is housed at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, which is also where the remains of this Bavarian priest are buried. Discover: Why Pope John Paul II beatified Fr. Seelos in April 2000 The ministry of this German Redemptorist missionary throughout the Midwest, Pittsburg, Maryland, and New Orleans during the 1900s Francis Xavier Seelos' connection to those seeking a miracle of healing Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue spreading hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate

Come along with us to the site on the Mount of Olives where Jesus taught his disciples how to pray. During this program: Learn about the history of the site - a cave grotto, where Jesus shared the Our Father Hear a local Christian pray the Lord's Prayer in Aramaic Delve into the meaning of this prayer and how it relates to daily life Discover more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us continue! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate