SMP Podcast

St. Mary Parish, Gilroy
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The SMP Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Catholic. Reenergize your soul, refresh your catechetical knowledge and catch up on the latest Catholic news. Every episode features one of our local priests sharing his take on different topics of the faith, as well as giving us an inside look at the daily lives of a Catholic priest. Tell your friends, family and fitness instructor about us! IG: @smpyouth

Episodes

  1. 04/15/2020

    #5 We Have a New Pastor, Gilroy Strong, and School Rivalries

    (This episode was recorded in October of 2019) We delayed a bit in getting this episode out because, well, life happened. But we are happy to tell you... St. Mary has a new pastor! Father Michael Hendrickson joins Ashley for an episode full of stories of hope, travel, and humor. First, Ashley tests Father Michael's 80's music knowledge with a list-off. Then, Father Michael tells us about his vision for our church. In July 2019, our Gilroy community suffered a tragedy at the annual Garlic Festival. In this episode Father Michael and Ashley talk about a wonderful community who came together and showed great courage and hope. Father Michael shares how his background as a naval officer and military chaplain gave him a unique perspective in his ministry during these challenging times. We end the episode with a fun story about Father Michael and the rivalry between his old high school down the street, Live Oak, and our very own Gilroy High. Have an idea for an episode topic? Want a question answered by one of our priests? Shoot us a message: SMPpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook at "St. Mary Parish Gilroy" and Instagram @smpyouth SMPPodcast is produced by the youth and young adults of St. Mary Parish in Gilroy, CA.

    32 min

  2. 04/15/2020

    #4 Three SMPriests, COVID-19 and the Church, and How to talk Politics

    It's been a while! 2019 was a year full of joys and sorrows. We have some shows lined up to address these events, but in the meantime... We have two new priests at St. Mary! Our 3 SMPriests (get it?) are joining us for our first ever LIVE recording of the SMP Podcast. Our awesome host, Ashley, sat down with Fr. Michael, Fr. Johannes and Fr. John to talk about the latest COVID-19 crisis and how the Church is responding to this never-before-seen situation. Then we have a new Catholic List-off with our three priests covering music, food and sports. We continue the episode with a conversation about how we can politely disagree with others who have different beliefs than us. Finally, we end the episode with some friendly competition between our three priests' trivia knowledge. Have an idea for an episode topic? Want a question answered by one of our priests? Shoot us a message: SMPpodcast@gmail.com SMPPodcast is produced by the youth and young adults of St. Mary Parish in Gilroy, CA.

    38 min

  3. 07/01/2019

    #3 'Good-bye' to Father Robert, Teen Slang, and Becoming a Priest

    Father Robert joins Ashley to talk about why he is moving to another church and what he will miss about Saint Mary. Then, Father Robert shares about life before the priesthood and answers questions from Saint Mary parishioners. Finally, we have not one, but TWO quizzes for Father Robert. Listen to see if you can do better. Have an idea for an episode topic? Want a question answered by one of our priests? Shoot us a message: SMPpodcast@gmail.com SMPPodcast is produced by the youth and young adults of St. Mary Parish in Gilroy, CA.

    44 min

  4. 04/02/2019

    #2 A Welcoming Church, Life in Germany, and Social Justice

    This week, Father Johannes joins Ashley to talk about life back in his native Germany and the differences between the church back home and the US. Then, we discuss how the Catholic Church can be more welcoming, especially to those who have been away for some time. We wrap up the episode with a new Catholic List-Off. Fr. Johannes did a lot better than he thought he would. Have an idea for an episode topic? Want a question answered by one of our priests? Shoot us a message: SMPpodcast@gmail.com SMPPodcast is produced by the youth and young adults of St. Mary Parish in Gilroy, CA.

    36 min
  5. #1 Lent, the Abuse Scandal, and the Death Penalty

    03/10/2019

    #1 Lent, the Abuse Scandal, and the Death Penalty

    Father Jose joins Ashley in the studio to talk about the history of Lent, share some ideas on how to live out the season AND tell us about his earliest Lenten memories. Then, we talk about the sexual abuse in the Catholic Church and what we can do to bring about justice and become a better church. We close off the episode with a Catholic List-Off. Think you can do better? Listen to find out! Have an idea for an episode topic? Want a question answered by one of our priests? Shoot us a message: SMPpodcast@gmail.com SMPPodcast is produced by the youth and young adults of St. Mary Parish in Gilroy, CA.

    31 min
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The SMP Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Catholic. Reenergize your soul, refresh your catechetical knowledge and catch up on the latest Catholic news. Every episode features one of our local priests sharing his take on different topics of the faith, as well as giving us an inside look at the daily lives of a Catholic priest. Tell your friends, family and fitness instructor about us! IG: @smpyouth

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  • Creator
    St. Mary Parish, Gilroy
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © St. Mary Parish, Gilroy