Podcast: Big City Catholics Podcast

Episode 9 – Cloud of Witnesses

Bishop Robert Brennan and Father Christopher Heanue discuss the upcoming reading of the Letter to the Hebrews, focusing on the phrase, “Cloud of Witnesses.” Whether referring to the figures of faith in the Old Testament or the canonized saints, we can draw great inspiration. Also discussed, various other saints (and blessed) observed in the month of August such as St. John Vianney, Blessed Michael McGivney, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross.

Episode 8 – 200th Anniversary of St. James Parish

In episode eight of Big City Catholics, Bishop Robert Brennan and Fr. Christopher Heanue are joined by Msgr. Strynkowski to reflect on the history of St. James and what that means for the faithful of today who have received the wonderful gift of parish life from those who came before us.

Episode 7 – Importance of Grandparents in Family Life

Bishop Robert Brennan and Father Christopher Heanue discuss the topic of “Family Life” as we celebrate the Feast of St. Joachim and Anne. They speak about the respect and importance of our grandparents and the wisdom they have to share. This week, the Feast of St. James, also marked Bishop Brennan’s 10-year anniversary of ordination as a Bishop.

Episode 4 – The Dignity and Sanctity of Human Life

In this episode, Bishop Robert Brennan and Father Christopher Heanue are joined by Fr. Joseph Zwosta. They start off by relaying their experience at the 135th anniversary of the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. After, Father Joseph will explain his assignment at St. John’s Seminary to help form aspiring priests. Finally, all three will discuss the dignity and sanctity of human life in response to the Supreme Court’s recent ruling.

Episode 3 – The Bridge to Life

In this episode, Bishop Robert J. Brennan and Father Christopher Heanue discuss the recent Supreme Court decision, Dobbs v. Jackson, and Catholics’ role in supporting mothers before and after their child’s birth. They are joined by Julia Chitos, the V.P. of The Bridge To Life, an organization that strives to build a culture of life in our community, one in which the life of every man, woman and child is valued and cherished.

To contact The Bridge to Life call 718-463-1810, call or text 516-387-2055, or visit www.thebridgetolife.org.