In this bonus episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast, join Fr Rob as he chats with special guest and Catholic biblical scholar Jeff Cavins. They talk about Jeff's story and his love of Scripture, the relationship that Catholics have with the Word of God and how the Bible In A Year podcast with Fr Mike Schmitz came to be. Enjoy! Jeff Cavins Website: https://www.jeffcavins.com Great Adventure Bible: https://ascensionpress.com/products/the-great-adventure-catholic-bible Bible In A Year Po...
Sep 19, 2021•31 min•Season 6Ep. 10
What if children have something to teach us? Join Fr Rob and Justine in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel: Mark 9:30-37 Topic: Learning From Children For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, l...
Sep 12, 2021•39 min•Season 6Ep. 9
Can we change our fate? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel: Mark 8:27-35 Topic: Predestination For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic f...
Sep 05, 2021•35 min•Season 6Ep. 8
Does God still perform miracles today? Join Fr Rob and Justine in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel: Mark 7:31-37 Topic: Do Real Miracles Exist? For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn,...
Aug 29, 2021•36 min•Season 6Ep. 7
How do I authentically share the hope I believe in? Join Fr Rob and special guest co-host Rev Dr Chris Ryan MGL in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 Topic: Share Your Hope! For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. To learn more about Fr...
Aug 22, 2021•47 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Can we pick and choose which Catholic teachings to follow? Join Fr Rob, Alyssa and Justine in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel: John 6:60-69 Topic: Cafeteria Catholicism For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover...
Aug 15, 2021•44 min•Season 6Ep. 5
What can we gain from Marian apparitions? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Gospel: Luke 1:39-56 Topic: Marian Apparitions For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover mo...
Aug 08, 2021•42 min•Season 6Ep. 4
How can faith help us manage worry and anxiety? Join Fr Rob and Justine in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. Solemnity of Saint Mary of the Cross (MacKillop) Gospel: Matthew 6:25-34 Topic: Worry For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways t...
Aug 01, 2021•49 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Should Christians rely on signs from God? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel: John 6:24-35 Topic: Show Me A Sign For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and lo...
Jul 25, 2021•36 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Should Catholics be vegan? Join Fr Rob and Justine in the season opener of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel: John 6:1-15 Topic: Catholics & Veganism For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and lo...
Jul 18, 2021•47 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Welcome to Season 6 of the Catholic Influencers Podcast presented by FRG Ministry. This is a quick introduction with co-hosts Fr Rob Galea, Alyssa Agius & Justine Cumbo who share what this podcast is all about. Listen to hear about what you can expect from this season and how you can stay connected with us. New episodes released on all online platforms every Monday. For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob ...
Jul 11, 2021•5 min
In this bonus episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast, we introduce you to Justine Cumbo who will be joining us as co-host for Season 6! For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations....
Jul 04, 2021•11 min
What impact does faith have through suffering and recovering from mental illness? In this throwback episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast during our season break, we revisit one of the very early episodes of this podcast with original co-hosts, Fr. Rob Galea and Danii Sullivan. This episode features a discussion about their personal stories of struggling with mental illness, how they look after their health and the impact that their faith has had in their suffering and recovery. It conclud...
Jun 27, 2021•35 min
What is the role of women in the church? How can women be heard within the church? In this throwback episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast during our season break, we revisit one of the very early episodes of this podcast with original co-hosts, Fr. Rob Galea and Danii Sullivan. This episode features a discussion about why women can't be ordained as priests, to the role of women in the Bible and the context in which scripture passages regarding women were written. It concludes with an...
Jun 20, 2021•35 min
What does the Catholic Church and the Bible teach about tattoos? What should you consider if you're planning to get a tattoo? In this throwback episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast during our season break, we revisit one of the very early episodes of this podcast with original co-hosts, Fr. Rob Galea and Danii Sullivan. This episode features a discussion about tattoos and the church, as well as an interview with protestant pastor from Sydney, Phillip Webb who completed a doctorate on...
Jun 13, 2021•36 min
Where and what is the Kingdom of God? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in the season finale of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they discuss this and break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel: Mark 4:26-34 Topic: The Kingdom Of God For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, a...
Jun 06, 2021•38 min•Season 5Ep. 18
Is the Eucharist really the body and blood of Jesus? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading and discuss this question in preparation for the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. Solemnity Of Corpus Christi Gospel: Mark 14:12-16, 22-26 Topic: This Is My Body For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Supp...
May 30, 2021•32 min•Season 5Ep. 17
Is it possible to understand the mystery of the Trinity? Join Fr Rob and Georga in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading and discuss this question in preparation for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. Solemnity Of The Most Holy Trinity Gospel: Matthew 28:16-20 Topic: Mystery? Of The Trinity For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Ro...
May 23, 2021•44 min•Season 5Ep. 16
Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading in preparation for Pentecost and talk about the Catholic stance on praying in tongues. Pentecost Gospel: John 20:19-23 Topic: Praying In Tongues? For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live,...
May 16, 2021•37 min•Season 5Ep. 15
Join Fr Rob in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as he breaks open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading in preparation for this Sunday's Solemnity of the Ascension. Solemnity Of The Ascension Of The Lord Gospel: Mark 16:15-20 Topic: The Ascension For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, an...
May 09, 2021•25 min•Season 5Ep. 14
Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading and talk about how to stand strong when you're surrounded by adversity. 6th Sunday Of Easter Gospel: John 17:11-19 Topic: No Compromise For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, lear...
May 02, 2021•35 min•Season 5Ep. 13
Join Fr Rob and Georga in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading about the vine and the branches and discuss how to stay connected to Jesus in 2021. 5th Sunday Of Easter Gospel: John 15:1-8 Topic: Holding On To Jesus For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to...
Apr 25, 2021•42 min•Season 5Ep. 12
What does it mean to be a Godly parent in 2021? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading about the Good Shepherd and discuss this question with some input from parents striving to do this. 4th Sunday Of Easter Gospel: John 10:11-18 Topic: Being A Godly Parent For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homili...
Apr 18, 2021•38 min•Season 5Ep. 11
In this bonus episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast, join Alyssa as she chats with special guest and author of Consecration To St Joseph, Fr Don Calloway. They discuss all things St Joseph, what the Year Of St Joseph and consecration is all about, and why St Joseph is so important for us as a church and society at this time. Enjoy! Fr Don's Testimony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqgTMPj6Zhc Purchase Consecration To St Joseph (Australia/NZ): https://store.parousiamedia.com/consecra...
Apr 11, 2021•27 min•Season 5Ep. 10
How do you pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet? Join Fr Rob and Georga in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Sunday Gospel reading and discuss what Divine Mercy is all about. Divine Mercy Sunday/2nd Sunday Of Easter Gospel: John 20:19-31 Topic: Divine Mercy For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Disc...
Apr 04, 2021•39 min•Season 5Ep. 9
What difference does the Resurrection make in our lives? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Gospel reading and discuss this incredible event that is the basis of our faith. Easter Sunday Gospel: Mark 16:1-8 Topic: Resurrection For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Dis...
Mar 28, 2021•42 min•Season 5Ep. 8
What is so special about Holy Week? Join Fr Rob in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as he breaks open this week's upcoming Gospel reading and walks us through this important week in our church calendar. Palm Sunday Gospel: Mark 15:1-39 Topic: Holy Week For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and lo...
Mar 21, 2021•40 min•Season 5Ep. 7
What does it mean to die to yourself? Join Fr Rob and Alyssa in this episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Gospel reading and discuss this. 5th Sunday of Lent Gospel: John 12:20-33 Topic: Death To Self For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic fait...
Mar 14, 2021•37 min•Season 5Ep. 6
If Jesus was perfect and without sin, then why was Jesus baptized? In this bonus episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast, listen to Fr Rob, Alyssa and Georga as they break open this week's upcoming Gospel reading and discuss Jesus' Baptism. 4th Sunday of Lent Gospel: John 3:14-21 Topic: Why Was Jesus Baptized? For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Support the show An OSV Podcast...
Mar 07, 2021•39 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Is anger ever a good thing? Should we be acting out of anger? Is there even such a thing as righteous anger? Listen to Fr Rob and Georga in this week's episode of the Catholic Influencers Podcast as they break open this week's upcoming Gospel reading and discuss these questions. 3rd Sunday of Lent Gospel: John 2:13-25 Topic: Righteous Anger For a shorter, more reflective explanation of the Gospels, be sure to check out our sister podcast Catholic Influencers Fr Rob Galea Homilies. Supp...
Feb 28, 2021•47 min•Season 5Ep. 4
