In this episode, we talk with the Young Adult Leaders for the 2026 Viatorian Youth Congress. These are college-aged young adults who have identified God’s invitation to servant-leadership and applied for this role. They undertake two days of leadership training as leaders and then lead the four-day VYC program for dozens of teen delegates from Viatorian communities around the province. So, with so many opportunities before them, from travel and time with friends to money-making jobs or career-advancing internships, why do these young people give up a week of their summers in service of these teens, the Viatorian Community, and the Church? That’s what we asked our YALs to share in this episode. (This episode debuted on July 27, 2026.)

00:00 Introduction

02:14 Felipe Moreno

02:59 Trevor Lyon

03:47 Abby Hartz

04:29 Tommy Wilson

05:23 Cecilia Wiedel

06:15 Nevaeh Szparkowski

06:54 Madeline Denk

07:29 Aidan McLeod

08:17 Antonio Mastro

08:51 Austin Orock

09:41 Amanda Mallous

10:49 Jennifer Orozco

12:04 Thomas Ribble

13:13 Conclusion

(Note: YAL Taylor Bair was not able to take part in interviews.)

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In this episode, we explore God’s invitations to Br. Juan David Ramirez, CSV. He grew up in the Bogotá area of Colombia. After some chance encounters with Viatorians during his teacher training, he discerned with us, entered formation, and joined our community. Br. Juan David professed first vows in 2019 and perpetual vows in 2022. He has taught math for several years at Colegio San Viator, or Saint Viator School, in Tunja, Colombia, and he is now beginning theology and philosophy studies in Bogotá with a view toward ordination. Here, we trace the through-line of his vocation from childhood into life as a perpetually professed Viatorian religious. (This episode debuted on July 13, 2026.)

00:00 Introduction

01:35 First, a Vocation in Teaching

03:08 More than a Teaching Internship

06:24 A Big Leap in Obedience

09:54 Seeking Further Formation

10:52 In Discernment, “Accept the Challenge”

12:17 Conclusion

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In this episode, we head out on the way with Fr. John Eustice, CSV. For three weeks earlier this summer, Fr. John was a chaplain at Philmont Scouting Ranch in New Mexico. He assisted with camp setup for the summer trek groups and served in rotations around the property. Fr. John celebrated Masses and heard confessions, provided pastoral support to people in need of assistance, and spent time with trekkers, staff, and fellow chaplains. Fr. John is an Eagle Scout and has remained involved with Scouting through Catholic initiatives, Eagle boards of review, and more. Here, Fr. John takes us with him in this special summer ministry. (This episode debuted on June 29, 2026.)

00:00 Introduction

01:30 Roadtripping to the Ranch

02:59 Setting Up Camp

04:15 Living the Apostolic Life

07:03 Serving in Solidarity

10:30 Going Where Needed

13:33 Scouting Evolves in Welcome

15:45 Conclusion

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