The Narthex SPC

The Church invites us to reflect on the theme of Hope during the first week of Advent. Hope is not just a wish or a positive thought, but a fruit of an encounter with our Savior. This hope anchors our souls and gives us the strength to face the challenges of life with courage and resilience.

Ever wondered why prayer is such a big deal? Or maybe you've thought about praying more but aren't sure where to start? Join us as we dive into the world of prayer. We'll break down why prayer matters, how it can bring your family closer together, and share some easy tips to get you started. Whether you're a seasoned prayer warrior or a total newbie, this episode is for you. Let's chat about prayer and make it a part of your everyday life.

This week we take on the table takes on the topic of rest. Why is rest so important? And what benefits are there spiritually from taking time out of my schedule to rest.

In honor of season 3, we hope you enjoy a two episode week! In this extra special episode of The Narthex, we chat about our respect life series, Refocus. Refocus is not just a series of events but a profound opportunity for our parish to celebrate life at all stages and respect the dignity of every human being. In this episode, we chat about some of the events coming up this month and some that have already happened.

Welcome to season 3 of the Narthex! The crew is excited to be back and launch the new season this fall. We look forward to many more conversation about life, faith, and more! Be sure to subscribe to make sure each new episode goes directly to your apps!

This week, we are joined by Sam who shares his discernment story and about his life. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a 5 star review.

You may have seen two new faces walking around the parish. We are excited to have Jesus and Sam our seminarians who are joining us for the summer! In this episode we get to know Jesus and hear about his journey as he discerns the priesthood.

This week, we host Jack DiSalvatore on the podcast who is our new communications lead here at the parish. Our conversation focused on creativity and how Jack and Elizabeth started their creative adventures and offer some advice on how to get started.

This week, Shannon joins the podcast to share about the role of the family in the life of the Church and how we are supporting families here at SPC.

Welcome to the Narthex! Join us as we dive into Fr. Evan's adjustment to a new parish and as we discuss getting connected at a new parish. We're grateful you took the time to listen. Be sure to give us a rating and share it with your friends, family, pets, and anyone else you want to share this with!

Welcome back to the Narthex! This week, we continue our discussion about youth ministry with our Middle School and Confirmation Coordinator, Ozzy Baez. Join us this week as we talk all things middle school ministry and Confirmation prep here at SPC.

This week, we talk about bringing your young children to Mass. Why is it important to bring them and what are some ways to continue to grow your families Mass experience.

Holy Week is here! These are some of the most important days of the liturgical calendar as we celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Join us as we explore the depths of Holy Week as we prepare for the great feast of Easter!

The days of Holy Week are some of the most holy days in our liturgical year. The celebrations of our Lord's death and resurrection provide a unique time to put other things aside and draw ourselves and our families closer to Christ. To better dive into the mysteries of Holy Week, St. Peter Chanel wants to invite you and your family to join our Holy Week Missions! Listen to this week's episode of The Narthex to learn more about what this form of outreach is all about and how it can be a blessing not just to our community, but to you and your family!

This week, we are joined by our Coordinator of High School ministry, Carlee. We explore high school school ministry not only at St. Peter Chanel, but the overall benefits of youth ministry. For more information about St. Peter Chanel's Youth Ministry check out our website- https://www.stpeterchanel.org/highschool , and our Instragram @spcym!

It's that time of year again! Lent is a wonderful season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. But why is Lent such a special time? How are we going to approach Lent this year? Join us as we discuss some of our favorite Lenten disciplines and look forward to this wonderful season!

Welcome back to the Narthex! This week we explore one of the most important parts of the Catholic Faith, the confessional. Join us as we dive into both sides of the confessional and hear some insight from Fr. Evan about his experience with confession as a new priest! As always, like and share! Thanks for listening.

Join us this week for our podcast hosts break open the idea of reflecting His love and mercy to those around us - which also means allowing ourselves to experience His love and mercy. Listen to all episodes of The Narthex SPC on your favorite podcast platforms or stream on our website. Visit stpeterchanel.org/podcast.

Rooted in Christ can mean a lot of different things, but ultimately, we are all called to be His. In the Gospel of John, Jesus says, “I am the vine, you are the branches.” So, how do we live this out and grow deeper into our relationship with Him? Tune in this week as we speak into this idea of ‘Rooted’. Be sure to like and subscribe this episode so more people can hear about it!

In this week’s episode, we dive into the first pillar of our vision, Fully Alive. The beauty of this vision is that it means something different for everyone - depending on stage of life, and where we are on our journey of faith. Tune in to join the conversation. This week we welcome a new member of the podcast, Elizabeth Buergler, parishioner of St. Peter Chanel.

In this week's episode, we're honored to have our Pastor, Msgr. Peter, join the show! Monsignor Peter shares some of his vocation story, recounting the pivotal moments that led him to dedicate his life to serving the Church. Tune in as he reflects on the transformative experience of being introduced to the concept of a "bigger vision" for the church—a vision that extends beyond the walls of tradition and embraces a more expansive understanding of faith. With sincerity and hope, Monsignor Peter opens up about his aspirations for St. Peter Chanel and the future of our community. His vision, filled with hope and purpose, provides a glimpse into the future he envisions for our collective and communal spiritual growth.

It's the most wonderful time of the year! As we all begin to prepare for Christmas, there are many things going on. Join us as we dive into the spirit of Christmas outreach. From charitable organizations to individual acts of kindness, we explore the various ways people are reaching out to those in need, reflecting His love and mercy! Participate with us as hope to bring hope and provide a wonderful Christmas season check out our website (https://www.stpeterchanel.org/christmasoutreach) for more info!

In this week's episode of The Narthex, we embark on an exploration of the OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) ministry, a transformative journey that brings individuals closer to the heart of Jesus and His Church. Whether you're a curious seeker, a seasoned believer, or someone passionate about evangelization, this episode provides a captivating glimpse into the impactful work of OCIA. Join us as we uncover the beauty of bringing people into a profound relationship with Jesus and His Church. Tune in for an inspiring narrative that celebrates the essence of OCIA – a beacon illuminating the path to knowing Jesus and His Church. For more information about OCIA at St. Peter Chanel, visit our website https://www.stpeterchanel.org/becomingcatholic or contact our OCIA team lead at [email protected].

Join us as we finish out our Advent series, "Journey to the Manger" with some final reflection on Advent and breaking open our perspective of Christmas.

This week we welcome Shannon Civetta to the podcast as we talk about God's presence in our lives and what a peaceful assurance means.

This week we welcome Fr. Paul Porter to the podcast as we break open the weekly them for Advent, Joyful Sharing.

We're back with episode 3 of the podcast you never knew you needed, "Journey to the Manger Podcast". This week we welcome special guest Carlee, our High School Youth Minister.

Join us as we begin to break open the themes for Advent. Deacon Mike Bickerstaff joins the podcast as our special guest. Enter into the conversation on what it means to anticipate the birth of Jesus.

Join us as we embark on our Journey to the Manger!