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 15 - Pregnant with Hope: Finding Grace in the Ordinary
In this episode, we reflect on Mary and Elizabeth’s extraordinary meeting, a rare moment in scripture that highlights the role of women in salvation history. Through their faith and hop…
EP 14 - Rejoice Always: Finding Joy Beyond Emotions
On this Gaudete Sunday, we explore Paul’s call to “rejoice always” and how it resonates deeply, even in times of struggle. Reflecting on the wisdom of saints and mystics, we discover ho…
EP 13 - John the Baptist: A Call to Renewal and Longing
In this episode, we reflect on John the Baptist’s radical subversion of religious authority and his challenge to complacency within established structures. Drawing parallels to the Chur…
EP 12 - Advent: The Art of Waiting and the Power of Imagination
In this episode, we reflect on the season of Advent as a countercultural call to embrace waiting in a world driven by instant gratification. Through Jesus' teachings and the imaginative…
EP 11 - Bartimaeus' Faith: From Healing to True Discipleship
In this episode, we explore the story of Bartimaeus, the blind man whose faith led not only to physical healing but to deeper discipleship as he chose to follow Jesus on the road to Jer…
EP 10 - Rethinking Authority: Servant Leadership and the Call to Humility
In this episode, we explore the question of authority and legitimacy, from ancient ideas of power to Jesus' radical call to servant leadership. Reflecting on the dismantling of patriarc…
EP9 - Leaping into Faith: Letting Go of Our Towers
In this episode, we explore the story of the rich young man from the Gospel of Mark and reflect on the challenge of letting go of what we’ve built in life. Drawing from Richard Rohr's i…
EP8 - Mansplaining, Love, and the Art of True Dialogue
In this episode, we delve into the ancient story of Adam and Eve through the lens of modern challenges in relationships. Reflecting on themes of mansplaining, possessive desire, and the…
EP 7 - Cutting Out Temptation: The Call to Radical Spiritual Discipline
This episode focuses on a challenging message from the Gospel for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Isaac Fernandes reflects on Jesus' radical call to remove anything that causes…
EP 6 - Rediscovering Connection Through Human Touch
In Episode 6 of the Brother from Another Father Podcast, Father Isaac reflects on Jesus' encounter with a deaf and mute man. Unlike most of Jesus' miracles, where a word alone brings he…
EP 5 - Breaking Barriers: The True Path to Holiness
In Episode 5 of the Brother from Another Father Podcast, we explore the confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees over Jewish purity laws. Father Isaac delves into how these laws, w…
EP 4 - Navigating the "What Ifs" of Life
In this episode of the Brother from Another Father Podcast, we dive deep into the uncertainties that life throws our way. How do we navigate those "what if" moments? We discuss the impo…
EP 3 - The Eucharist and the Flesh: A Deeper Understanding
In this episode of the Brother from Another Father Podcast, we delve into the profound significance of the Eucharist and Christ's sacrifice. Drawing from the gospel of John, Father Isaa…
EP 2 - Spiritual Exhaustion and Renewal
In this episode of "Brother from Another Father," Father Isaac delves into the story of the prophet Elijah, who faced profound spiritual and emotional burnout. Elijah's plea to the Lord…
EP 1 - Daily Bread
Join Father Isaac El Fernandes, SJ in the "Brother from Another Father" series, where he delves into thoughtful reflections on the Sunday readings. In this episode, Father Isaac explore…