What happens after we say “yes” to God?

In Episode 10 of Faithful Voices Podcast, we reflect on what it means to be Sent Forth — nourished by the Eucharist, formed in faith, and called to carry Christ into our homes, workplaces, schools, parish, and community.

Fr. Raj opens with The Shepherd’s Voice, reflecting on the Scriptures and the call for faith to become action. We also hear from Pope Leo XIV for World Mission Sunday, along with Vatican and Diocese of San Bernardino updates.

In this month’s Ministry Spotlight, Loni Mann, Coordinator for the Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion at St. Theresa, joins us to talk about the sacred responsibility of serving the Eucharist, the formation behind the ministry, and what it means to bring Holy Communion to the sick and homebound.

In Your Voice, Our Conversation, we ask:

Why does the Mass end by sending us out?

We’ll also share the latest from St. Theresa Church and School, including upcoming parish events, school fundraisers, recycling successes, and our First Annual Welcome Back Sunday.

And, of course, there’s another Holy Groaner, followed by a Spiritual Reflection and Closing Prayer centered on one question:

Who might encounter Christ because He sent me there?

🎧 Listen, reflect, and join the conversation.

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In this September episode of Faithful Voices, we reflect on the many ways God continues to call us — to learn, to receive, to serve, to return, and to grow as disciples.

Fr. Raj opens with The Shepherd’s Voice, tracing the Scripture journey that has led us through faith, trust, reconciliation, forgiveness, and into the vineyard where each of us is invited to respond to God’s call.

Our Ministry Spotlight welcomes Elizabeth Bucio, St. Theresa’s First Communion Coordinator, who shares her personal calling to faith formation, her connection to St. Theresa, the importance of preparing children for the Eucharist, and how parents and families can help make First Communion the beginning of a deeper life with Christ.

In Your Voice, Our Conversation, Steve and Jennifer ask: After First Communion, why should Sunday Mass remain such an important part of a Catholic’s life? Drawing on recent teaching from Pope Leo XIV, we reflect on the Eucharist not as a milestone to complete, but as an encounter with Christ that continues week after week.

We also look beyond our parish with Pope Leo’s September prayer intention for the care of water and the Diocese of San Bernardino’s Peace in the Storm Project, supporting those living with chronic illness, pain, and disability.

Closer to home, we share important updates from St. Theresa Church and School, including the redesigned 2027 Modernism Week fundraiser, “An Evening to Remember,” the return of Friday Night Bingo, our growing Knights of Columbus recycling partnership, and the upcoming Blessing of the Pets.

And, of course, there’s another Holy Groaner, followed by a Spiritual Reflection asking each of us one simple but important question:

What invitation from God have I heard — but not yet answered?

We close with a special prayer led by one of our St. Theresa eighth-grade students, reminding us that faith is not something we simply learn or receive — it is something we continue to live.

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In this August episode of Faithful Voices, we celebrate the many ways faith finds a voice at St. Theresa Church and School.

We begin with The Shepherd’s Voice, as Fr. Raj reflects on St. Theresa as a house of prayer, welcome, service, and community. We also welcome our students, families, teachers, administrators, and staff back to school as the new school year begins on August 18th.

This month’s Ministry Spotlight features the Music and Choir Ministry, with conversations from Arlene, our Choir Director, and David, our longtime organist. Together, they share why music is such an important part of the Mass, how it helps lead the parish in prayer, and how others may feel called to share their own time and talent.

We also share Vatican and diocesan news, including Pope Leo XIV’s August prayer intention for evangelization in the city, the Vatican News video widget, and local happenings from the Diocese of San Bernardino. In Your Voice, Our Conversation, Fr. Brice helps answer the question: Why do Catholics sing at Mass, and why is music such an important part of worship?

Together, we reflect on the simple truth that every voice has a place — in prayer, in song, in the classroom, in ministry, and in the life of the Church.