Faithful Voices Podcast is the official podcast of St. Theresa’s Church & School in Palm Springs. Releasing on the 3rd Sunday of each month, the podcast shares parish life, school news, upcoming events, and stories of faith from clergy, staff, students, and parishioners. Faithful Voices is more than announcements—it’s a conversation that connects our community, celebrates our mission, and invites everyone to stay faithful, stay joyful, and stay connected.
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Faithful Voices Podcast is the official podcast of St. Theresa’s Church & School in Palm Springs. Releasing on the 3rd Sunday of each month, the podcast shares parish life, school news, upcoming events, and stories of faith from clergy, staff, students, and parishioners. Faithful Voices is more than announcements—it’s a conversation that connects our community, celebrates our mission, and invites everyone to stay faithful, stay joyful, and stay connected.
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June 22, 2026
Episode 6 - Rest, Renew, Respond: Staying Connected and Serving Through Summer
<p>Summer can change our schedules, but it does not have to weaken our connection to faith, parish life, or one another.</p><p>In this special June episode of <strong>Faithful Voices</strong>, Steve and Jennifer step away from the usual format for a summer reflection on staying connected: connected to God, connected to our parish family, and connected to the mission of the Church.</p><p>The episode includes a heartfelt final pastoral message from Fr. John as he enters retirement, along with a warm welcome for Fr. Ros as St. Theresa begins a new chapter. </p><p>Steve and Jennifer share practical ways to stay engaged while traveling or away for the season, including daily parish social media posts, the Faithful Voices podcast site, diocesan resources, and the online Rosary led by Bishop Alberto Rojas.</p><p>They also highlight open enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year at St. Theresa Catholic School and invite parishioners to consider how they can offer their time, talent, and treasure through lay ministry.</p><p>From liturgical service and faith formation to outreach, hospitality, Catholic education, technology, and behind-the-scenes support, every gift offered in love helps strengthen the life of the Church.</p><p>The episode closes with a Scripture reflection inspired by the Sunday readings from the end of May through July: God’s faithfulness, the Eucharist, the call for laborers, courage in discipleship, Christ’s invitation to rest, and the power of small acts of service.</p><p>Rest. Renew. Respond.</p><p>Wherever summer takes you...Stay Prayerful, Stay Joyful, and Stay Connected!</p>
May 18, 2026
Episode 5 - Faithful Voices - Faithful Voices – From Foundation to Mission
<p>In this May episode of <strong>Faithful Voices</strong>, Steve and Jennifer reflect on a season of transition, gratitude, healing, and mission within the St. Theresa Catholic Church & School community.</p><p>We begin with a pastoral message from <strong>Fr. John</strong>, then share important parish news about his upcoming retirement as pastor, effective July 1, 2026. Fr. John reminds us that while he is retiring as pastor, he is not retiring as a priest, and we give thanks for his many years of faithful service in the Coachella Valley.</p><p>We also celebrate joyful news from the <strong>Diocese of San Bernardino</strong>, where <strong>Luis Angeles and Larry Curtis</strong> were ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Alberto Rojas on May 16. Their vocation stories remind us that the Holy Spirit continues to call people to serve the Church in powerful ways.</p><p>This month’s Church News also highlights the <strong>2026 Camino de California Eucharistic Pilgrimage</strong>, a statewide journey through all 21 California missions centered on the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.</p><p>Our <strong>Ministry Spotlight</strong> features <strong>Good Grief</strong>, St. Theresa’s bereavement support ministry. Jerry joins us to talk about walking with those who are grieving and how faith can offer comfort, healing, and hope without rushing the process.</p><p>In our school segment, <strong>St. Theresa School – Firm Foundation, Lasting Legacy</strong>, we hear from two graduating 8th graders as they reflect on their time at St. Theresa, their memories, their faith, and what they carry with them into the next chapter. We also speak with <strong>Mr. Michael Keno</strong>, principal of St. Theresa School, as he looks back on the school year and ahead to what’s next.</p><p>In <strong>Your Voice, Our Conversation</strong>, we welcome a special audio clip from <strong>Fr. Mike Schmitz</strong> answering the question:<br><strong>Why do Catholics confess their sins to a priest instead of just praying directly to God?</strong></p><p>We close with a reflection on the movement from <strong>Ascension to Pentecost to Ordinary Time</strong> — a reminder that Christ sends us, the Holy Spirit strengthens us, and ordinary days become holy ground when we live them with faith.</p><p>All links and resources from this episode are available at:<br><strong>FaithfulVoicesPodcast.org</strong></p><p>Stay Prayerful. Stay Joyful. Stay Connected.</p><p></p>
April 20, 2026
Episode 4
<p><strong>Episode 4 – April 19, 2026</strong><br><strong>Faithful Voices Podcast | St. Theresa Church & School</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As we step into the joy of the Easter season, Episode 4 invites our Faithful Family to reflect on what it truly means to live the Resurrection in everyday life.</p><p><br></p><p>This week, we hear a powerful <strong>Pastor’s Message from Fr. John</strong>, reminding us that Christ is not only risen—but present in our lives, our questions, and our daily walk of faith.</p><p><br></p><p>We also share important moments from our parish and beyond:</p><ul><li><strong>Diocesan News:</strong> Bishop Alberto Rojas’ appointment to a national immigration committee—and why this matters for our local Church</li><li><strong>Parish Highlight:</strong> A beautiful celebration of Confirmation, where both youth and adults fully entered into the Church</li><li><strong>School News:</strong> The incredible success of our Read-A-Thon, with over 37,000 minutes read and more than $11,000 raised</li><li><strong>National Recognition:</strong> A special spotlight on three of our students honored through the Footsteps2Brilliance program, with insights from Dr. Gregory Spencer</li></ul><p>Our <strong>Ministry Spotlight</strong> focuses on the St. Theresa Food Pantry Program, where dedicated volunteers help serve over 300 people each week—bringing faith into action in a real and meaningful way.</p><p><br></p><p>In <strong>Your Voice, Our Conversation</strong>, we take on a thoughtful and important question from one of our parishioners, with guidance from Fr. David, followed by helpful insights from local funeral planning expert Ernesto Rosales.</p><p><br></p><p>Plus:</p><ul><li>A one-on-one conversation with Dr. Spencer on literacy and free community resources</li><li>Voices from our ministry volunteers</li><li>A lighthearted “holy groaner”</li><li>A Scripture-based reflection to guide your week</li><li>A closing prayer from one of our parish lectors</li></ul><p>We wrap with a look ahead to next month, including a spotlight on our <strong>Good Grief Bereavement Ministry</strong>, another listener question, and exciting updates for our parish community.</p><p><br></p><p>No matter where you’re listening—from home, on the road, or right here in Palm Springs—you’re part of the conversation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Stay Faithful. Stay Joyful. Stay Connected.</strong></p>
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