Saint Richard and Saint Charles Borromeo

Fr. Sean Raftis & Parish Podcast Project
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The official podcast for the parishes of St. Richard in Columbia Falls, MT and St. Charles Borremeo in Whitefish, Mt. Hosted by Father Sean Raftis.

  1. Feb 22

    The Season of Lent

    In this First Friday of Lent episode from Saint Richard and Saint Charles Borromeo Parishes, Father shares reflections on the beauty of the Lenten season as "spring cleaning" for the soul through deepened prayer, fasting, almsgiving, and meditating on Christ's temptations in the desert. He encourages gratitude for guardian angels, humility, and protection through the Precious Blood and the intercession of Mary and Saint Joseph

    21 min

  2. 05/18/2025

    We Have a New Pope

    Fr Raftis takes a look at the upcoming visit of Bishop Vetter to the Northwest part of the Helena diocese, explaining the concept of a deanery and detailing the bishop's schedule for masses and other events from May 17 to May 25. Notable activities include a casual barbecue gathering called Holy Smokes, a Baccalaureate Mass, a Mass of remembrance for those who have lost a spouse, and a confirmation mass with an honor guard provided by the Knights of Columbus.

    21 min

  3. 02/15/2025

    How the Parish Operates

    In Episode 11, Father Sean Raftis explains how the Church operates, including parish governance, councils, and renovation projects. Then, we look at the Virtue of Temperance, one of the cardinal virtues, that promotes self-control and moderation in order that we may lead a virtuous and fulfilling life.

    34 min

  4. 11/08/2024

    The Cardinal Virtues

    In Episode 10 of our Parish Podcast, we learn about The Cardinal Virtues and Fr. Raftis updates us on The Capital Campaign "Because He Loved Us First," which aimed to raise $30,000,000 for various projects in the Diocese of Helena, which was fully funded.

    20 min

  5. 07/26/2024

    Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus

    In this episode, Father Raftis updates us the Diocese of Helena's Capital Campaign and then we reflect on the lives of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, we are invited to consider how their examples can inspire us in our own spiritual journeys. Their stories challenge us to find balance in our lives, integrating service with contemplation and nurturing a deep relationship with God.

    26 min

  6. 04/27/2024

    The Profound Significance of the Holy Eucharist in our Lives.

    In this episode of the parish podcast project for Saint Charles Borromeo in Whitefish in Saint Richard in Columbia Falls, we gather to delve into the profound significance of the Holy Eucharist in our lives followed by a look at Saint Mark the Evangelist.

    21 min

  7. 03/27/2024

    Holy Week Preview

    In this episode, Fr. Raftis previews the upcoming Holy Week Schedule. Then, we reflect on the titles of Jesus "Alpha and Omega" and "Light of the World."

    18 min

  8. 03/06/2024

    Approaching the Eucharist with Reverence

    In this episode. Fr. Raftis reminds us about the importance of growing in our love and devotion of the Eucharist. We should receive our Lord with the dignity and reverence and the love that is due to him because He gives himself to us Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity.

    23 min
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The official podcast for the parishes of St. Richard in Columbia Falls, MT and St. Charles Borremeo in Whitefish, Mt. Hosted by Father Sean Raftis.

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