In this week’s episode of Bakhita’s Blessings, Fr. Mitch and Dr. Alice Prince are joined by Dr. Latonia Collins-Smith, President of Harris-Stowe State University. Together, they dive into how Dr. Collins-Smith's faith shapes her leadership and commitment to education. Fr. Mitch also unpacks the Gospel of Luke, where Jesus invites Simon Peter to "put out into deep water." What does it mean to trust God when we’ve already tried and failed? How can we respond to God’s call, even when it challenges us to leave everything behind? Tune in for an inspiring conversation about faith, purpose, and the power of saying "yes" to God’s call.

Saint Josephine Bakhita, you are with us.Tune in for this inspiring conversation and let your faith guide you to action. 🎧🙏

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Bakhita’s Blessings Podcast – Episode 17: JESUS IS THE KINGDOM

In this special episode of Bakhita’s Blessings Podcast, hosts Fr. Mitch Doyen and Dr. Alice Prince are joined by Shameem Clark Hubbard, Alderwoman of the 10th Ward in the City of St. Louis. Together, they delve into the profound message of today’s Gospel: “Today this passage is fulfilled in your hearing” (Luke 4:18-19).

Fr. Mitch reflects on how Jesus boldly announces His mission to heal the sick, forgive sins, and set the world free from sin and death. Jesus’ coming into the world is the embodiment of the Kingdom of God, bringing heaven and earth together through His life, death, and resurrection. This Gospel reminds us that our lives are a participation in the life of Christ, calling us to announce freedom for captives and abundance of life for the poor.

Dr. Prince and Alderwoman Hubbard discuss how this mission resonates with the realities of our community, offering hope in the face of challenges. Alderwoman Hubbard shares her insights on leadership, faith, and the ways we can work together to bring the Kingdom of God to our neighborhoods.

The episode concludes with a call to action: to trust in God’s love, remain hopeful in the face of life’s storms, and live out the Gospel in our daily lives. With faith and courage, we are empowered to transform our troubled world into the very Kingdom of God.

Saint Josephine Bakhita, you are with us.Tune in for this inspiring conversation and let your faith guide you to action. 🎧🙏

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In this episode of Bakhita's Blessings Podcast, Fr. Mitch and Dr. Alice Prince delve into John 2:1-11, the story of the wedding at Cana, where Jesus performs His first miracle. Fr. Mitch brings a fresh perspective on the profound relationship between Jesus and Mary, shedding light on how her faith, trust, and intercession influenced this pivotal moment in His ministry.

Dr. Prince reflects on how this insight deepens her understanding of Mary’s role—not just as Jesus' mother, but as a model of devotion and trust that Christ calls us to emulate. Their conversation connects this relationship to the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., examining how the devotion and trust we are invited to place in Christ can inspire us to work toward justice and renewal.

Together, they discuss the systematic and deliberate disinvestment in Dr. King's dream and the neighborhoods and streets named in his honor, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for revitalization rooted in justice and faith. Join this meaningful conversation as they weave the Gospel’s message of hope with the call to action inspired by Dr. King's vision for equality, love, and community renewal.

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