12. When We Fall, God Rises: Surviving Gangs, Violence and Severe Depression with God's love, grace and mercy - A Young Priest's Story of Redemption

Send us Fan MailEpisode 12: Fr. Rob Galea's Journey to Jesus + the PriesthoodPart One: "When We Fall, God Rises"This episode is a must-listen for parents and anyone seeking inspiration and hope. Father Rob Galea's journey from addiction to priesthood, his encounter with Jesus, and his mission to evangelize through music and ministry offer valuable insights into the transformative power of faith. Whether you're a parent seeking guidance in supporting your child's vocation or someone looking for inspiration in your own faith journey, this episode has something for everyone.In this week's episode, Veil + Armour host Sheila Nonato interviews Father Rob Galea, who shares his journey from a troubled teenager to becoming a Roman Catholic priest in Australia and an impactful Christian musician. Fr. Galea is an internationally-renowned singer-songwriter and former X Factor contestant. He is the founder of ICON Ministry which reaches more than two million youth around the world. Fr. Galea talks about the difficulties he faced as a teen, including addiction and violence, and how he found hope and healing through his relationship with Jesus. Fr. Galea emphasizes the importance of prayer and having a personal relationship with Jesus in everyday life. He also discusses the role his parents played in turning his life around and his journey towards the priesthood. Fr. Galea encourages parents to foster a culture that embraces religious vocations and to help their children discern their true calling and vocation.Fr. Galea's autobiography is "Breathrough: A Journey from Desperation to Hope." (Ave Maria Press: 2018)For more info on his ministry, please visit https://frrobgalea.com @frrobgalea on social media: YouTube, X/Twitter, Facebook, Spotify@iconministryThis interview was recorded on June 21, 2024.To parents, if you notice signs of mental illness, mental distress or suicidal ideation, please seek immediate medical and professional help for your child.Please seek advice and help from your doctor and local health professional in your area. In Canada, Kids Help Phone is available: Text 686868 (free and across Canada, based upon information found online on Aug. 9, 2024)www.kidshelpphone.caAs of Aug. 9, 2024, YouTube recommends this link of resources: https://findahelpline.com/Thank you to our faithful listeners in Canada, the U.S., Guam and Mexico!KeywordsFr. Rob Galea, journey, troubled teenager, priest, musician, addiction, violence, hope, healing, relationship with Jesus, prayer, personal relationship, parents, mother, support, prayers, vocation, discernment, culture, religious vocations, callingTakeawaysFr. Rob Galea's journey from a troubled teenager to becoming a priest and musician is a testament to the transformative power of a personal relationship with Jesus.Prayer is essential in maintaining a relationship with Jesus, and it can be incorporated into everyday activities such as driving, exercising, and even daily chores.Parents play a crucial role in fostering a culture that embraces religious vocations by encouraging their children to consider priesthood or religious life, and providing them with role models and opportunities for discernment.True fulfillment comes from responding to one's vocation, whether it be priesthood, religious life, or marriage, and settling for anything less can lead to a lack of fulfillment.Having a support system, like Fr. Galea's parents, who prayed for him and believed in his vocation, can make a significant impact on a person's journey."I ran away from home due to a series of misunderstandings, of fights with my parents..."https://veilandarmour.comSupport the showTo reach Veil + Armour, please visit:https://veilandarmour.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@veilandarmourhttps://www.x.com/@sheilanonatohttps://www.sheilanonato.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/@veilandarmourWhat resonated with you the most about this episode? Feel free to email us and let us know!Email: [email protected] our podcast helped you in some way, or could help someone else, kindly share our podcast with a friend!