Podcast: Big City Catholics Podcast

In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan and Fr. Joseph Gibino discuss an array of exciting topics. Lent, Pope Francis, the Jubilee Year, the new Order of Christian Initiation, and what the Synod on Synodality means for the Church. Amidst all of this, Bishop Brennan and Fr. Gibino take time to express their joy over the packed venue at our recent Holy Hour For Vocations. God is truly doing great things in Brooklyn and Queens, and around the world.

In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan and Fr. Heanue reflect on the connection of culture and faith as we celebrate St. Patrick and St. Joseph. With the upcoming Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord, they focus on the celebrations’ common theme of obedience to Christ. Bishop Brennan and Fr. Heanue encourage us to live extraordinary lives together in our faith.

In this episode of Big City Catholics, Fr. Christopher Bethge, Vocations Director and faculty member at Cathedral Prep, joins Bishop Brennan and Fr. Heanue for a conversation on discerning the priesthood. They reflect on the recent Annual Bishop’s Retreat and discuss diocesan programs that help men explore their vocation and remain open to God’s call. Bishop Brennan emphasizes the importance of youth representation in religious life, recognizing the call to serve as a profound blessing for the Church.

In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan and Father Heanue visit Pope Saint John XXIII National Seminary for a conversation with Msgr. William P. Fay, host of the Never Too Late podcast, and Deacon Gerardo Tlatelpa, a seminarian preparing for ordination as a diocesan priest this June. Together, they share insights from their vocational journeys and encourage men of all ages to discern the call to the priesthood. Bishop Brennan reflects on the profound blessing of witnessing a man dedicate himself to formation in pursuit of following Christ.

In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan and Fr. Heanue explore the importance of supporting one another in living out our vocations. Bishop Brennan highlights the strength found in solidarity and encourages us to seek meaningful ways to unite.

Katie Keville, Assistant Director of Enrollment Management of Catholic Schools in our diocese, joins Bishop Brennan and Fr. Heanue on this episode of Big City Catholics to discuss the celebration of Catholic Schools Week. Bishop Brennan recognizes the mission of Catholic Schools to educate not only academically, but to provide human and spiritual formation to live the Catholic Faith.

Listen to this episode of Big City Catholics where Bishop Brennan and Fr. Heanue discuss Pope Francis’ call during this holy year to walk together in unity amongst our rich diversity. They explain that we are one body of Christ that needs to come together, looking to God for hope.

Fr. Alonzo Cox joins Bishop Brennan on this episode of Big City Catholics to discuss human dignity. Bishop Brennan calls us to bear witness to hope and truth, and to see that divine spark of the image and likeness of God as we look into the eyes of each other. He reminds us that Jesus calls us to to not only tolerate and respect each other, but to love one another, including our enemies.