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Jack (English) and Dawn (American) never thought they'd end up in Australia, but were pleasantly surprised to find themselves there for seven years, living in Melbourne and working for Australian Catholic University from 2017-2024. Two of their children were also born there--the 'real Australians' of the family as they call themselves! They will be talking about how Catholic life differs, and stays the same, across continents. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. https://radiomariaengland.uk/donations/

Fr Toby encourages your generosity for Radio Maria Australia and standing tall for the sake of the Gospel, even at the risk of being cut down.WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:15am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day.If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. www.radiomariaengland.uk

Francine tells us how she and her husband devoted themselves the a ministry for married couples and the defining moment that made them realise this was where God was calling them. Francine Pirola and Helena Judd explore what the ministry does for married couples and what accompanying them actually looks like in practice.If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. https://radiomariaengland.uk/donations/

Dr Caitlin is the Producer and host of the fantastic podcast 'Crash Course Catholicism'. She is from the Blue Mountains in Australia. "Growing up, we had this really rigorous formation from my parents that was so well explained and so clear...". Join Caitlin and Fr Toby and discover how 'Crash Course Catholicism' became and internationally acclaimed podcast about catholic teaching.If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. https://radiomariaengland.uk/donations/

Fr Joseph takes us through one more of the provocative homilies of Leontius.Fr Joseph Hamilton is the Rector of the Domus Australia in Rome, and a priest of the Archdiocese of Sydney Australia. Prior to his appointment at Domus, he served as private secretary to George Cardinal Pell, until the Cardinal’s untimely death. Fr Joseph completed his doctoral studies in Patristics at Christ Church, University of Oxford, and his license at the Patristic Institute “Augustinianum” in Rome. Prior to entering seminary he worked as an investment banker. Having left the economy of Mammon for that of Salvation, he studied at the Pontifical North American College. A native of Ireland, he is a keen but mediocre (his words) surfer, and enjoys reading and cooking.CREDO (currently hosting Patristic Pillars) is a programme that nourishes listeners in their Catholic faith. It airs live on Radio Maria every weekday at 4pm and is rebroadcast at 4am the following morning.If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. www.radiomariaengland.uk

Fr Toby on the refining fire that persecution brings, but still not something to desire per se.WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:15am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day.If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. www.radiomariaengland.uk

Fr Toby reflects on the nature of the promises made to Abraham, promises which flow beyond him and his family, and sees this as another example of mediation. We then look at how these promises are solemnified into covenants. Please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. www.radiomariaengland.uk

Fr Toby urges us not to 'Brits on tour' as we read the Old Testament and sets the scene for the blessing of the nations through Abraham.Please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. www.radiomariaengland.uk

Fr Joseph continues looking at the Easter Homilies of Leontius of Byzantium.Fr Joseph Hamilton is the Rector of the Domus Australia in Rome, and a priest of the Archdiocese of Sydney Australia. Prior to his appointment at Domus, he served as private secretary to George Cardinal Pell, until the Cardinal’s untimely death. Fr Joseph completed his doctoral studies in Patristics at Christ Church, University of Oxford, and his license at the Patristic Institute “Augustinianum” in Rome. Prior to entering seminary he worked as an investment banker. Having left the economy of Mammon for that of Salvation, he studied at the Pontifical North American College. A native of Ireland, he is a keen but mediocre (his words) surfer, and enjoys reading and cooking.CREDO (currently hosting Patristic Pillars) is a programme that nourishes listeners in their Catholic faith. It airs live on Radio Maria every weekday at 4pm and is rebroadcast at 4am the following morning.If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. www.radiomariaengland.uk

Fr Toby reflects on what the image of Antoine Semenyo kneeling in prayer at the end of the FA Cup Final might teach us about the pursuit of glory.WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:15am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day.If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side. www.radiomariaengland.uk