In this episode of Desert Wanderers, we engage in a profound discussion with Alberto, a dedicated member of the St. Paul's Newman Center, about the evolving experience of young Catholics today. Alberto shares valuable insights into the balance between tradition and modernity within the Church, particularly how college students are rediscovering their faith. We explore the significance of Mass, the power of adoration, and the importance of community in nurturing a vibrant spiritual life. Join us as we unpack the beauty of Catholicism and how it resonates with the younger generation.

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Chapters:

(00:00) Desert Wanderers will interview priests, religious and laity in Boise

(00:44) Alberto is a campus ministry worker at St. Paul's Newman Center

(01:09) We were talking about how there's a balance between traditional and progressive ideas

(07:46) I always feel like the music needs to be more joyful during Lent

(13:33) There's a reason why 99.9% of churches have angled floors

(15:27) I think there's been a shift in younger Catholics towards faster delivery

(20:40) Reconciliation involves searching for God in the afterlife

(21:37) Thomas Aquinas says the first remedy for sorrow is to do something pleasurable

(26:42) Save that for Lent, right? Like, you're going to do something

(29:57) Father Dom says during Advent you should ask for forgiveness so you can celebrate Christmas

(35:22) 71% of you that listen to our content regularly have yet to subscribe

(38:38) Ken Patterson: When I grew up, there was not this level of information

(45:04) When you would have the priest say things like, everything in, in this church is turned off

(46:00) I worry that people can enter the church because of how it looks

(50:22) There was a time when I learned about the traditional Latin Mass

(55:20) Natalie: I think we appreciate Vatican II and that we were able to understand

(59:45) Now that you're doing the common vernacular, now comes translations

(01:03:35) It's similar to going on a date where you dress up for them

(01:07:14) Several parents complained about the music at our youth mass after mass

(01:11:19) Many people complain about lack of incense at St. Paul's Mass

(01:15:41) I think what you guys are producing is bearing fruit at youth Mass

(01:19:32) Something so beautiful about our faith is that we run into times of distraction

(01:24:14) Mary gives birth to Jesus in a stable, right? So already you're on this

(01:25:46) Mary could have lied to bring her son out of that pain, right

(01:31:34) The disciples were fully human, period, right? Because they saw miracles

(01:36:59) Adoration can be very life giving. I mean, that's the reason people feel bad

(01:41:16) If you're distracted during adoration, relax, you're at Mass

(01:45:55) The Holy Spirit came down because Jesus knew we weren't enough

(01:48:29) What people should know about the Newman center, how to get involved

(01:53:22) Mary says Catholic catechism helps students understand their political identity

(01:57:55) If there's a church teaching you don't understand, go to a saint

(01:59:02) What advice would you give parishes about youth ministry

In this episode of Desert Wonders, we sit down with Father David, a dedicated priest serving in Haiti, who shares his profound journey from France to the heart of the poorest communities. He recounts his early experiences that called him to the priesthood, the challenges he faces in a war-torn area, and the incredible resilience of the Haitian people. Through stories of love, sacrifice, and faith, Father David inspires us to reflect on our own vocations and the power of community. Join us for a heartfelt discussion about the beauty of life amidst suffering and the importance of bringing Christ's presence to those in need.

Chapters:

(00:00) Desert Wonders interviews priests, religious and others in Boise diocese

(00:37) First time I hear the voice of God calling me to be priest, 8 years old

(05:03) It was a post abortion syndrome because I remember she. And she came often in the hospital for depression, alcoholism

(06:00) How do you discern between marriage and the priesthood

(08:36) We've talked about some of the retreats you've taken prior

(12:21) Sometimes it's unfair to judge the priesthood against what you imagine in seminary

(14:56) A Wonderful Life is about how important is your life if you don't exist

(16:10) Another thing about the Catholic life is dying to yourself, for others

(17:28) M. M.: It takes practice to be fruitful

(20:05) 71% of you have yet to subscribe to our channel

(22:04) Redemptive suffering. That's what you wanted to say about this

(25:10) In my rosary I like kind of. I ask more then. But when I have my internal prayer, like my direct, like I

(26:12) Renouncement is very important in life, says Father John O'Neill

(28:05) What does silent prayer really mean? I don't understand it

(29:46) How much space do you cultivate between yourself and Jesus in prayer

(33:21) How did you get connected with Haiti? You're from France

(36:24) For seven years I was general vicar and parish priest in one parish

(38:00) Could you elaborate on what it looked like in Haiti before the earthquake

(42:30) Haiti has a culture of gangs, politicians and gangs

(44:25) Saint Charles de Foucault was a French military. He was educated in Christian life

(48:02) For women, I think the woman psychology is more contemplative

(49:18) Are you looking for volunteers or are you accepting volunteers

(52:36) It can be more. They have more for American than French, so. And there is more now since a few weeks

(52:49) What about prayers? What kind of prayers can the community owes?

(56:42) Vodou comes with slave from Africa. They were beaten as slaves

(01:00:30) If you live in a world without forgiveness or mercy, it's terrible

(01:02:46) For Haiti, inside of the penal code, abortion is forbidden

(01:05:24) Two main dangers I see in Haiti are the culture of lie and impurity

(01:08:46) Father says suffering makes Haitian children turn back to God

(01:10:12) This episode of Desert Wonders was produced by Fault Night Radio