Meet Zahra, one of Victoria’s vibrant youth leaders who has just completed a year of missionary service with NET Ministries in New Zealand. She was also one of the three MCs at the Australian Catholic Youth Festival, bringing energy and faith to thousands of young people. In this episode, Zahra shares her powerful journey to faith, the courage it took to step into overseas mission, and thoughtful insights into discernment as a young person today.
Meet Isabelle, one of the dedicated youth leaders from LIFT Youth Ministry in South East Melbourne. In this episode, Isabelle shares the courage it took to move to Canberra for her studies and how that season deeply impacted her faith. Through trials and challenges, she reflects on what she has learned about true surrender and trusting God even when the path ahead feels uncertain.
Meet Aaron, a passionate youth minister and leader within the Jesus Youth Movement in Victoria. At just 21, he is a dynamic speaker who travels to schools and youth groups, boldly sharing his story of faith and transformation after encountering God’s love. In this episode, Aaron reflects on his journey to ACYF, the unforgettable experience of speaking before 6,000 people, and the profound call to discipleship that continues to shape his life.
Meet Chelsea, a Melbourne-based musical artist and passionate youth minister from St Christopher’s Syndal and the Elevate Youth Group. In this episode, she opens up about her journey into the world of music—sharing what inspires her, how faith shapes her creativity, and the role ministry plays in her life. Chelsea also offers heartfelt advice on how others can discover and confidently use their God-given gifts.
Meet Rosemine, one of Victoria’s vibrant youth leaders and the National Media Coordinator for the Jesus Youth Movement in Australia. In this episode, Rosemine returns to the podcast to tackle some of the burning questions many Catholics wrestle with—most notably, do we need to go to church to get to heaven? Through honest conversation and faith-filled insight, she helps unpack what it truly means to live a life rooted in the Church and in Christ.
Meet Qwayne Guevara, the Manager of Catholic Youth Parramatta—the dynamic ministry arm of the vibrant Diocese of Parramatta. In this episode, Qwayne shares her inspiring faith journey and the path that led her into her current role. She also speaks about her recent endeavour of running long distances for causes around the world and opens her heart about her passion for serving and empowering young people today.
Meet Ryan Cheng, a marketing expert working with multimedia companies across the globe. He’s also a podcaster and YouTuber, hosting the Sunday School with Ryan Podcast. In this episode, Ryan reflects on the ethical use of social media—especially as a creative—while drawing inspiration from the witness of St Carlo Acutis. He also shares practical insights on balancing content creation with everyday life.
Dr. Edward Sri is a theologian, author, and internationally renowned Catholic speaker who shares the Gospel with tens of thousands of people each year—from clergy and parish leaders to catechists and everyday lay faithful. A prolific writer, he has authored several best-selling books and serves as the presenter of numerous faith formation film series with Ascension Press and the Augustine Institute.
As a co-founder of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) alongside Curtis Martin, Dr. Sri has been instrumental in forming missionary disciples on college campuses and now serves as the Senior Vice President of Apostolic Outreach.
In this special episode, Dr. Sri joins us for a live conversation with university students at the JP II House, right in the heart of the campus precinct, where we are honoured to be partnering together.
Meet Ashne and Mark, a married couple of over 18 months, bringing together unique vocations—Mark as a recording artist and Ashen in her work with the Victorian Court Services. In this Vocations Month Special, they share the joys and challenges of the journey to marriage, how they’ve woven their lives together, and offer heartfelt advice for those discerning the call to the vocation of marriage.
Meet Marini, a psychologist who specialises in neurodivergence across children, adolescents, young adults, and parenting. In this episode, she joins the podcast host to unpack a polarising yet important conversation: should we see a psychologist or simply pray to God about our pain and trauma? Marini also dives into the realities of anxiety and mental health in young people today, sharing insights on ADHD, Autism, and how we can compassionately walk with and support those on the neurodivergent spectrum toward healing.
Welcome to this special episode of the Faith in the Everyday Podcast. This week, we’re joined by Jerome, co-founder of Urban Praise.
Urban Praise was born in October 2005 out of a Relief Concert organized to raise funds for victims of Hurricane Katrina. What makes Urban Praise truly unique is its diverse membership—bringing together individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and churches across Melbourne. This diversity gives Urban Praise its distinctive style of Gospel music.
In this episode, Jerome shares the story of how the outreach began and how his faith has shaped the journey. Enjoy
Meet Leonie and Justin, a young married couple from West Melbourne, nearing their first anniversary. Both serve as youth leaders in their local community and bring a deep love for faith into their relationship. In this episode, they share how prayer became the foundation of their journey together—especially during their dating phase—and reflect on the importance of trusting fully in God’s providence throughout life.
Meet Marco, a young adult from St Benedict’s Parish in Melbourne and the creator of the AcrossthePews Instagram page. In this episode, Marco shares his inspiring journey from agnosticism to becoming a passionate defender of the Catholic faith. He opens up about the profound supernatural encounter that transformed his spiritual life and set him on fire for God.
Welcome to a special edition of the Faith in the Everyday Podcast!
Today, we're celebrating a major milestone-our 100th episode!
To mark the occasion, we're joined by three vibrant youth and music ministers from the Jesus Youth Movement in Melbourne. Together with our host, they explore the beauty and challenges of serving in youth and music ministry, sharing inspiring insights on how we can be a beacon of light, especially for the next generation.
Tune in and enjoy this heartfelt and uplifting conversation!
Meet Stef, the Mission Coordinator at St Benedict’s Parish in Burwood. In this episode, Stef shares her powerful journey from a life of lukewarm faith to being on fire for God and actively serving her parish community. She also opens up about the joys and challenges of balancing her role in ministry with motherhood, offering a heartfelt glimpse into a life rooted in purpose and faith.
Meet Aileen, a returning guest who previously shared her journey with mental health and navigating high school. Now a university student, Aileen returns to reflect on her transition into young adulthood. In this episode, she speaks about the importance of sisterhood, discipleship, and maintaining balance in order to truly flourish in this new season of life.
Meet Jess, a passionate youth minister and young adult from St Declan’s Parish in the Archdiocese of Sydney. In 2022, she embarked on a transformative year with the Youth Mission Team in Melbourne. Returning to the podcast, Jess shares her reflections on the dangers of burnout in ministry and the importance of grounding our identity firmly in Christ.
Welcome to this special episode of The Faith in the Everyday Podcast. Today, we mark a profound moment in history-the passing of the Holy Father, Pope Francis.In this short episode, we're joined by Patrick Padua, reporting from Rome. Patrick stood among the faithful and saw the Pope less than twelve hours before his passing. He shares with us a personal reflection from the heart of the Vatican, as the world begins to mourn the loss of a shepherd, a reformer, and a man of deep compassion.
Meet Fr Justin, a priest of the Missionaries of God’s Love and an associate priest at St Benedict’s Parish, Burwood. In this short episode, Fr Justin offers a gentle and hope-filled reflection on how we can still enter into a beautiful Easter celebration—even if Lent didn’t go as planned. His words remind us that God’s mercy meets us right where we are.
Meet Jas, a passionate youth minister and young adult from the Archdiocese of Perth. She is the founder and director of Daughters of Christ, a lay movement and sisterhood for young adult women focused on Bible study and street outreach. In this episode, Jas shares her journey into faith, the heart behind founding the sisterhood, and offers inspiring insights on living as a disciple of God—even in the face of personal insecurities.