Big City Catholics Podcast

Bishop Brennan Podcast
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Explore questions of faith that impact your everyday life as a parent, friend, and professional. In every role we have, Christ has a special purpose in mind for us. What’s Christ calling you to do today?

  1. 3d ago

    Episode 219 - Trailblazers of Faith: Defending Human Dignity for All

    This week on Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan and Father Heanue welcome Father Alonzo Cox, Vicar for Black Catholic Concerns for the Diocese of Brooklyn, to reflect on the upcoming Feast of St. Peter Claver and the powerful legacy of his life and ministry. They also discuss the good works and cause for canonization of Servant of God Monsignor Bernard John Quinn, a courageous priest who dedicated his life to fighting injustice and affirming the dignity of every person.

    Episode 219 - Trailblazers of Faith: Defending Human Dignity for All

  2. Aug 28

    Episode 218 - The Universal Prayer: For Ourselves & Each Other

    On this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Robert Brennan and Father Christopher Heanue reflect on the power of prayer amid the environmental and political turmoil affecting our world. As Catholics, we unite in prayer for those in need, both locally and globally, asking God to strengthen them as they face life’s challenges. Prayer reminds us that, no matter the circumstances, we remain in communion with Jesus Christ and with one another.

    Episode 218 - The Universal Prayer: For Ourselves & Each Other

  3. Aug 21

    Episode 217 - Tremors of the Heart: Praying for Colombia

    In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Robert Brennan is joined by Father Carlos Agudelo, pastor of St. Leo’s Church in Corona, who shares his firsthand experience of being in Colombia when the devastating earthquake struck. Father Carlos reflects on the fear and vulnerability he felt as the ground shook, the strength he found in prayer, and the heartbreaking impact on families, communities and the Church. Together, they discuss the deep connection between those suffering in Colombia and the Colombian community here in Brooklyn and Queens, and how moments of tragedy call us to faith, hope, charity and solidarity with one another.

    Episode 217 - Tremors of the Heart: Praying for Colombia

  4. Aug 14

    Episode 216 - United with Our Haitian Brothers and Sisters

    In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Robert Brennan is joined by Father Hilaire Belizaire, Coordinator of the Haitian Apostolate, to discuss the growing challenges facing the Haitian community both in Haiti and here in Brooklyn and Queens. They reflect on the political unrest and violence, the uncertainty surrounding Temporary Protected Status, and the fears facing Haitian families. Through it all, they highlight the resilience, deep faith, and hope of the Haitian people—and the need for the Church’s continued prayer, advocacy, and support.

    Episode 216 - United with Our Haitian Brothers and Sisters

  5. Aug 7

    Episode 215 - Catholic Faith and Education in Nigeria

    This week on Big City Catholics, Bishop Robert Brennan and Father Cosmas Nzeabalu, the Coordinator of the Nigerian Apostolate for the Diocese of Brooklyn, discuss their recent visit to the Archdiocese of Onitsha in Nigeria. They highlight the growth of Catholic education in Nigeria, including the new Catholic university, and reflect on Blessed Cyprian Michael Iwene Tansi, known to many as Father Tansi, the first Nigerian to be beatified by the Catholic Church. They also discuss the significance of the annual Flight to Egypt Mass held in the Diocese.

    Episode 215 - Catholic Faith and Education in Nigeria

  6. Jul 31

    Episode 214 - Moments of Hope at the World Cup and Beyond

    In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan’s guest is Barbara Freitas, a missionary with the Shalom Catholic Community in Brooklyn. She reflects on how chance meetings during her recent volunteer work at the World Cup opened doors to share her faith, and she also speaks to the profound impact of the Shalom Halleluya Music Festival. Father John Hwang also joins Bishop Brennan to discuss Pope Leo XVI’s video message delivered at the festival.

    Episode 214 - Moments of Hope at the World Cup and Beyond

  7. Jul 24

    Episode 213 - An Experience of Prayer, Paintball and Purpose

    In this week’s episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Robert Brennan and Father John Hwang visit and speak with three young adults from Mary of Nazareth Parish in Brooklyn at the Damascus Summer Camp in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The campers representing the Diocese of Brooklyn share what makes this unique summer camp experience so special as they grow in faith, worship together, and have fun along the way.

    Episode 213 - An Experience of Prayer, Paintball and Purpose

  8. Jul 17

    Episode 212 – Encountering Jesus at Summer Camp

    In this episode of Big City Catholics, Bishop Brennan discusses the power of the Damascus Summer Camp experience. Young adults taking part in the camp encounter Christ through daily Mass, Adoration, Confession, and weekly Eucharistic Processions. Tune in for a conversation about a new generation of young Catholics who are boldly living their faith and growing in their love for the Lord this summer.

    Episode 212 – Encountering Jesus at Summer Camp
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Explore questions of faith that impact your everyday life as a parent, friend, and professional. In every role we have, Christ has a special purpose in mind for us. What’s Christ calling you to do today?

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  • Creator
    Bishop Brennan Podcast
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    219
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Bishop Brennan Podcast
  • Show Website
    Big City Catholics Podcast

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