The Damascus Podcast

Young People Want to be Loved (Ep. 21)

The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad Pierron Guests: Sr. Elfie Del Rosario, FMA -- Damascus’ mission is to awaken, empower, and equip a generation to live the adventure of the Catholic faith. To learn more about our camps, retreats, events, missionary programs, giving opportunities, and more, visit damascus.net. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/damascusmission/ https://www.instagram.com/damascusworship/ https://www.instagram.com/damascussummercamp/ https://www.instagram.com/beyonddamascus/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DamascusCatholicMissionCampus/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Damascus-Worship/61555915569086/?_rdr https://www.facebook.com/damascussummercamp/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565241435955 Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damascusmission https://www.tiktok.com/@damascusworship https://www.tiktok.com/@damascussummercamp https://www.tiktok.com/@thedamascuspodcast

The Young Church (Ep. 20)

Missionary Roundtable hosts topical conversations with missionaries at Damascus. In this episode, Aaron hosts a roundtable discussion on what it means for Christians to be all in. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Aaron Richards Guests: Monica, Rafe, Lauren, Liam -- Damascus’ mission is to awaken, empower, and equip a generation to live the adventure of the Catholic faith. To learn more about our camps, retreats, events, missionary programs, giving opportunities, and more, visit damascus.net. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/damascusmission/ https://www.instagram.com/damascusworship/ https://www.instagram.com/damascussummercamp/ https://www.instagram.com/beyonddamascus/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DamascusCatholicMissionCampus/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Damascus-Worship/61555915569086/?_rdr https://www.facebook.com/damascussummercamp/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565241435955 Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damascusmission https://www.tiktok.com/@damascusworship https://www.tiktok.com/@damascussummercamp https://www.tiktok.com/@thedamascuspodcast

Counting My Blessings — Seph Schlueter (Ep. 19)

The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church.The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad PierronGuest: Seph Schlueter

Eucharistic Ministry (Ep. 18)

Behind the Mission provides a behind the scenes look at the ministry concepts and methodology of Damascus. In this episode, Dan shares how we get young people, who are known to be disaffiliating in large numbers, to reengage with the faith. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Dan DeMatte

Trusting Jesus — Sisters of the Immaculata (Ep. 17)

The Sisters of the Immaculata is an association of Christ’s faithful with a mission for spiritual renewal through Eucharistic Adoration and faith formation, particularly in parishes and with young people. In this episode, the Sisters share about the beauty of a life in Christ and a life on mission.Host: Brad PierronGuest: Sister Mary Josephine, Sister Erin, and Sister Jeninah

The Church and Social Media (Ep. 16)

Missionary Roundtable hosts topical conversations with missionaries at Damascus. In this episode, Aaron hosts a roundtable discussion on what it means for Christians to be all in.The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church.The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Aaron RichardsGuests: Ricky, Alanis, Ben, Mikaela

Masculinity in the Church — Servants Of Christ Jesus (Ep. 15)

The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Damascus’ mission is to awaken, empower, and equip a generation to live the adventure of the Catholic faith.To learn more about our camps, retreats, events, missionary programs, giving opportunities, and more, visit damascus.net. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/damascusmission/https://www.instagram.com/damascusworship/https://www.instagram.com/damascussummercamp/https://www.instagram.com/beyonddamascus/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DamascusCatholicMissionCampus/https://www.facebook.com/people/Damascus-Worship/61555915569086/?_rdrhttps://www.facebook.com/damascussummercamp/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565241435955Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damascusmissionhttps://www.tiktok.com/@damascusworshiphttps://www.tiktok.com/@damascussummercamphttps://www.tiktok.com/@thedamascuspodcast

Why So Serious? (Ep. 14)

Behind the Mission provides a behind the scenes look at the ministry concepts and methodology of Damascus. In this episode, Dan shares how we get young people, who are known to be disaffiliating in large numbers, to reengage with the faith. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Dan DeMatte

Franciscan Friars of the Renewal on The Gift of Poverty (Ep. 13)

The Franciscan Friars of the Renewal seek to follow in the footsteps of Jesus as a prophetic witness that life is a pilgrimage to the Father, of faith, hope, and love of God and neighbor, made possible by the Holy Spirit. They participate in Christ’s renewal of all things through prayer, fraternal life, service of the poor, and evangelization as a complement to the work of those whose mission is to serve parochially. In this episode, Fr. Malachy Napier, CFR and Br. Matthew, CFR reflect on the gift of bringing our own poverty to the Lord. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad Pierron Guest: Fr. Malachy Napier, CFR and Br. Matthew, CFR

Journeys and Jubilee — Fr. Dave Pivonka (President of Franciscan University) (Ep. 12)

Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, is the president of Franciscan University of Steubenville. He has faithfully served as a Franciscan priest for 30 years, during which he has spoken and ministered all across the world. He has written eight books, including his newest, Joyful Sons and Daughters, Embracing The Father’s Love; hosts Franciscan University Presents on EWTN; and cohosts the popular podcast, They That Hope. In this episode, Fr. Dave discusses the journeys that led him to becoming the President of Franciscan University, and he reflects on this Jubilee Year of St. Francis.The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad PierronGuest: Fr. Dave Pivonka

Why Camp Works: The Timeless Way God Calls His People (Ep. 11)

Behind the Mission provides a behind the scenes look at the ministry concepts and methodology of Damascus. In this episode, Dan shares how we get young people, who are known to be disaffiliating in large numbers, to reengage with the faith. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Dan DeMatte

MEN NEEDED — Joe Masek and Nick Redd (Ep. 10)

Joe Masek and Nick Redd are the leaders of The Freedom Group, a group of Christian men (Catholic and Evangelical) who are deeply committed to the eradication of pornography use (and addiction more generally). Joe founded the group, and with a passion for neuroscience and ministry, he focuses on men discovering how to eliminate craving and build discipline. Nick, who owns the group alongside Joe, brings his robust background in ministry to the group and is deeply passionate about the integration of the whole person. In this conversation, they help Brad save the world – well, not quite, but they try to find where to start. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad Pierron Guests: Joe Masek and Nick Redd

Hard Questions Aren't the Enemy of Faith. Here's Why. (Ep. 9)

Missionary Roundtable hosts topical conversations with missionaries at Damascus. In this episode, Aaron hosts a roundtable discussion on what it means for Christians to be all in. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Aaron Richards Guests: Kenzie, Milana, Murphy, Brady

TOR Sisters on Living God's Call (Ep. 8)

The Franciscan Sisters TOR of Penance of the Sorrowful Mother exist to glorify God and make known His merciful love. They have a deep devotion to Mary at the foot of the cross, but as you’ll see here, their joy speaks a paradox to the world – namely, that the Gospel calls us to both repent and rejoice. In this episode, Sr. Agnes Maria and Sr. Philomena Clare share about how this twofold call plays out in their lives as sisters, and they encourage us to do the same. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad Pierron Guests: Franciscan Sisters TOR of Penance of the Sorrowful Mother Damascus’ mission is to awaken, empower, and equip a generation to live the adventure of the Catholic faith. To learn more about our camps, retreats, events, missionary programs, giving opportunities, and more, visit damascus.net. Follow us on Instagram: damascusmission damascusworship damascussummercamp thedamascuspodcast Follow us on Facebook: damascusmission damascusworship damascussummercamp thedamascuspodcast Follow us on TikTok: damascusmission damascusworship damascussummercamp thedamascuspodcast

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From Disaffiliation to Ownership: How to Build REAL Catholic Identity in Young People (Ep. 7)

Behind the Mission provides a behind the scenes look at the ministry concepts and methodology of Damascus. In this episode, Dan shares how we get young people, who are known to be disaffiliating in large numbers, to reengage with the faith. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Dan DeMatte Damascus’ mission is to awaken, empower, and equip a generation to live the adventure of the Catholic faith. To learn more about our camps, retreats, events, missionary programs, giving opportunities, and more, visit damascus.net. Follow us on Instagram: damascusmission damascusworship damascussummercamp thedamascuspodcast Follow us on Facebook: damascusmission damascusworship damascussummercamp thedamascuspodcast Follow us on TikTok: damascusmission damascusworship damascussummercamp thedamascuspodcast

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To the Margins – Bob Lesnefsky (Ep. 6)

Bob Lesnefsky is the Director of Evangelization at Franciscan University. He started Vagabond Missions, a youth ministry non-profit for inner-city teens, in 2006, and has been a unique voice in Catholic evangelization for 25 years. In this episode, Bob shares his experience in serving those on the margins and his heart for bringing the Gospel to everyone. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad Pierron Guests: Bob Lesnefsky

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“Is ALL-IN Christianity Still Possible?” — Missionary Roundtable (Ep. 5)

Needs DescriptionMissionary Roundtable hosts topical conversations with missionaries at Damascus. In this episode, Aaron hosts a roundtable discussion on what it means for Christians to be all in. The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church. The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Aaron Richards Guests: Sam, Caryn, Dominic, and Lauren

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The Power of Encouragement – Ryan O'Hara (Ep. 4)

Ryan O HarRyan O’Hara is a national Catholic speaker, consultant, and podcaster. With 25+ years of ministry experience with college students and young adults, he is passionate about seeing Catholics center their lives on Jesus Christ and becoming disciples who generously live and share their faith with others. In this episode, Ryan shares what it looks like to encourage and love like Jesus does.The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church.The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad PierronGuests: Ryan O’Hara --Damascus’ mission is to awaken, empower, and equip a generation to live the adventure of the Catholic faith.To learn more about our camps, retreats, events, missionary programs, giving opportunities, and more, visit damascus.net. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/damascusmission/https://www.instagram.com/damascusworship/https://www.instagram.com/damascussummercamp/https://www.instagram.com/beyonddamascus/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DamascusCatholicMissionCampus/https://www.facebook.com/people/Damascus-Worship/61555915569086/?_rdrhttps://www.facebook.com/damascussummercamp/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565241435955Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damascusmissionhttps://www.tiktok.com/@damascusworshiphttps://www.tiktok.com/@damascussummercamphttps://www.tiktok.com/@thedamascuspodcasta

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Fr. Boniface Hicks on Uniting the Church (Ep. 3)

Fr. Boniface Hicks is a Benedictine monk of St. Vincent Archabbey, a Catholic priest, the Director of Spiritual Formation at St. Vincent Seminary, and the Director of the Institute for Ministry Formation (IMF) at St. Vincent Seminary. He spends much of his time offering spiritual direction, with a passion for uniting the whole person with the Lord. In this episode, Fr. Boniface reflects on what he sees happening in the Church today and entertains how we might be able to unite the people in the Church with one another and with everything the Lord has for us.The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church.The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. Host: Brad PierronGuests: Fr. Boniface Hicks --Damascus’ mission is to awaken, empower, and equip a generation to live the adventure of the Catholic faith.To learn more about our camps, retreats, events, missionary programs, giving opportunities, and more, visit damascus.net. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/damascusmission/https://www.instagram.com/damascusworship/https://www.instagram.com/damascussummercamp/https://www.instagram.com/beyonddamascus/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DamascusCatholicMissionCampus/https://www.facebook.com/people/Damascus-Worship/61555915569086/?_rdrhttps://www.facebook.com/damascussummercamp/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565241435955Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damascusmissionhttps://www.tiktok.com/@damascusworshiphttps://www.tiktok.com/@damascussummercamphttps://www.tiktok.com/@thedamascuspodcast

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The Problem of Indifference – Pete Burak (Ep. 2)

Pete Burak is the vice president of Renewal Ministries, which is dedicated to Catholic renewal and evangelization around the world. He is a frequent speaker on discipleship and evangelization, the co-director of Pine Hills Boys’ Camp, and the author of A Man on Purpose: 10 Rules of Life from a Faithful Father. In this episode, Pete shares about how authentic purpose is the only antidote to the indifference we see in the world today.The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where an encounter with what Jesus is doing in this generation of the Church leads to the mission of bringing that encounter to the next generation of the Church.The Damascus Podcast – where encounter meets mission. Subscribe today. --Damascus’ mission is to awaken, empower, and equip a generation to live the adventure of the Catholic faith.To learn more about our camps, retreats, events, missionary programs, giving opportunities, and more, visit damascus.net. Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/damascusmission/https://www.instagram.com/damascusworship/https://www.instagram.com/damascussummercamp/https://www.instagram.com/beyonddamascus/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DamascusCatholicMissionCampus/https://www.facebook.com/people/Damascus-Worship/61555915569086/?_rdrhttps://www.facebook.com/damascussummercamp/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565241435955Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damascusmissionhttps://www.tiktok.com/@damascusworshiphttps://www.tiktok.com/@damascussummercamphttps://www.tiktok.com/@thedamascuspodcast

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