Brother from Another Father - Hosted by Fr Isaac El Fernandes, SJ
This podcast offers thoughtful reflections on the Sunday readings of the Catholic Church, exploring faith, scripture, and everyday spirituality in a fresh, engaging way. Hosted by Father Isaac El Fernandes SJ, it dives deeper into the challenges of modern life through the lens of Catholic teachings, providing listeners with both spiritual guidance and relatable insights.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 9 minutes
- Episodes
- 55
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Ep 35 - The Generous Get Burnt… or Do They?
This Easter Sunday, we confront the age-old fear that being generous, forgiving, or kind is a one-way ticket to getting walked over. Drawing from a Shona proverb—“The generous one is th…
Ep 34 - When God Doesn’t Send the Bill
On this Good Friday, Fr. Isaac challenges a popular story often used to explain the cross—one of a tragic train bridge and a sacrificed son—and offers a deeper, more faithful reflection…
Ep 33 - When Jesus Fails Our Expectations
On Palm Sunday, we explore what it really means to follow Jesus—not by inviting Him into our lives, but by letting ourselves be drawn into His. As the crowd turns from praise to rejecti…
Ep 32 - The Stones We Carry: Adultery, Identity, and the Scapegoat Within
In this powerful Lent reflection, Fr. Isaac explores the story of the woman caught in adultery through the lens of psychology, Ignatian spirituality, and Girardian theory. Why do we des…
EP 31 - The Power of Embrace: What the Prodigal Story Really Teaches Us
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we explore the well-known parable of the Prodigal Son—but with a fresh perspective. Rather than focusing on the wayward son, we turn our …
Ep 30 - Taking Off Our Shoes: Suffering, Technology, and Trust in God
In this episode, we reflect on Luke 13 and the questions we all face when confronted with suffering, violence, and evil. Why do bad things happen to good people? Why does God allow this…
EP 29 - A Risk Worth Taking: Abraham’s Faith and Our Response
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we reflect on the meaning of faith through the story of Abraham’s decision to trust in God. What does it truly mean to have faith? More t…
EP 28 - What Fuel Drives Your Life? – Lent’s Call to True Sustenance
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we begin our Lenten journey by asking a crucial question: What fuel are we running on? Using the analogy of a car, Fr. Isaac Fernandes ex…
EP 27 - Lent and the Lessons of a Broken Traffic Light
In this special Ash Wednesday episode of Brother from Another Father, we explore the surprising parallels between Johannesburg’s orderly intersections—where traffic lights fail but cour…
EP 26 - Confronting Our Shadow Selves
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we reflect on the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time and the deep truth that the faults we most condemn in others often mirror the weaknesses we…
Ep 25 - More Than a Transaction: How God’s Love Makes Us Debt-Free
In this 25th episode of Brother from Another Father, we reflect on the 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time with a powerful message about love, generosity, and grace. Through a thought-provoking…
EP 24 - When the Small Screen Speaks: Jesus, Justice, and the Church
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we explore the inspiring story of Viktor Yushchenko, Natalia Dimitruk, and the Orange Revolution as a powerful metaphor for the Gospel me…
Ep 23 - Peter's Transformation: From Cynic to Disciple
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we explore Peter’s journey from skepticism to faith, as portrayed in The Chosen. Struggling with debt and disillusioned with so-called pr…
EP 22 - Faith Over Fear: What True Sacrifice Means
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we delve into the ancient practice of sacrifice and how it shaped humanity’s understanding of God. From the early Israelites’ struggle wi…
EP 21 - The Cake That Rises: Paul’s Call to Communion
In this 21st episode of Brother from Another Father, we explore the tension between individual faith practices and the communal nature of Christian life. Using vivid metaphors of fruit …
EP 20 - Recognizing God’s Grace in Life’s Everyday Miracles
In Episode 20 of Brother from Another Father, we explore the Gospel of John and the deeper meaning behind Jesus' first sign at the wedding at Cana. Unlike the other Gospels, John recoun…
EP 19 - From Divinity to Humanity: Understanding Jesus’ Baptism
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we explore the profound significance of Jesus’ baptism—a moment that challenged the early Christian community and reshaped our understand…
EP 18 - The Epiphany: A Journey from Power to Worship
In this 18th episode of Brother from Another Father, we reflect on the Feast of the Epiphany and the transformative journey of the wise men. Far from the misconception of being kings, t…
EP 17 - The Holy Family: Lessons in Humanity and Reconciliation
In this episode, we reflect on the humanity of the Holy Family and their struggles with misunderstanding, pride, and reconciliation. Exploring moments like Jesus’ temple stay and his pu…
EP 16 - The Hidden Power of Christmas: God’s Gentle Arrival
In this Christmas Eve episode, we reflect on the seemingly quiet and unremarkable entrance of Jesus into our world. Exploring Matthew’s genealogy and the humble scene of Christ’s birth,…