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Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
Have you ever encounter a Leprechaun? A leprechaun, no. But a Leper probably!
Welcome to the brother Hut. In Today's episode we combine Saint Patrick's Day with Francis’ experience of embracing the leper. Brother Brandon and the people of Denver recover from snowmageddon. Brother Vinny recovers from a few days of illness.
What is a Leprechaun!? Per Wikipedia, they are “diminutive supernatural beings, solitary fairies, or little bearded men with coats and hats that like to cause mischief. They are often depicted as shoemakers and with a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.”
Sure these are they mythological figures that we hear in Irish folk tales, but in our episode we want to share of our experience of encountering the LEPER. In this episode you’ll hear from Br. Vinny, who met a homeless man named was Felix, who encouraged brother Vinny to keep pursuing God in ministry. You’ll hear Br. Brandon talk about his encounter with a mysterious Christy, a name meaning “of Christ” for example, as in Lumen Christi, “light of Christ”, or Mater Christi, “Mother of Christ”. Although Br. Brandon was patient with her the situation did not end well, and she was forced to go off into the cold night.
Don’t miss this episode as we talk about Francis’ experience of the leper, his desire to do more and reach out to the leper. This is our experience in serving the poor, and the demands that has on us – to be lovers, to be relational and be present. The brothers read and pray Saint Patrick's breastplate. This prayer reminds us of Christ’s presence in the leper and Christ’s presence among us.
This week’s shoutout goes to the Irish Community! Br. Brian Sullivan, Fr. Simeon Gallagher and the Irish sisters with the Holy Spirit and Mary Immaculate in San Antonio, Tx.!! See you next time!
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Tuesday Mar 02, 2021
Tuesday Mar 02, 2021
Back in the Hut, the Brothers discuss some of the great ways to continue on the Lenten Journey. Now might be the time when our lenten journey and sacrifices might become “watered-down” — But don’t give up!
In this episode, the brothers talk about ways to continue the lenten Journey, things to remember; things to consider and ways to stay motivated.
Remember the reasons why! — Sacrifice, offering and suffering involves something greater than ourselves; there’s a spiritual aspect of recognizing why we do what we do.
Listen to God — Give time, in silence, entering the desert and being awareness of God and your family.
Obedience — obedient to God, paying attention our families, spouses, our neighbor and friends. This is motivation to help those “outside” of ourselves.
It’s okay to Start Over — don’t get discouraged in your short-comings, don’t be afraid to start again! (Nunc Cepi!)
Go to Confession — frequent the sacrament of reconciliation, and examine your own conscience. This will affirm your lenten journey and keep you pushing toward the path to holiness.
Don’t miss this episode! This week’s shout out go to Br. Vinny’s mother today on her Birthday; Tim Fernandez, and Janet Leehill
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Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
Wednesday Feb 17, 2021
It's our Ash Wednesday special & We wanted to fill our listeners in on what's happening in our houses. Bro Vinny shares the experience of the Texas winter storm, that knocked off the power in the house. Bro Brandon shares with us his plan to eat stale hotdog buns.
Together, they give you short tips on how to move forward in this journey of lent. Don't miss this short, special!
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Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
Familiar voices in a new logo, the brothers are back in the Hut! Today we sat down with special guest Deacon Br. Jason Moore, OFM Cap, our brother.
Br. Jason is born in Denver and raised in the foot hills of Evergreen, Colorado. With a ton of experience in his life, he spent some time as a bartender and says is favorite drink is a Ketel One dry martini. In this episode, we hear how he found out about the community, what led him to the Capuchins, and powerful ministry experiences of working in the prison.
Br. Jason describes his time of growth in the faith and discernment of religious life. Br. Jason sites St. John Paul II as a major influence and got him to think about diocesan priesthood. Br. Jason has been to 5 different world youth days (Denver, Paris, Germany, Sydney, and Madrid). WYD in Paris involved a side trip to Assisi, Italy and started Br. Jason’s interest in the person of St. Francis.
Years later during a time of prayer at his parish Br. Jason thought of the priesthood and asked the Lord “Is this what you want from me?” Br. Jason discerned different religious orders and felt most at home with the capuchins of St. Conrad’s province. By the time he made solemn vows Br. Jason says, “No other option even seemed close.”
Don't miss this episode as we look into the life of Dcn Jason, sharing experiences of ministry, world youth day, the corona "prison cake", fried thermometers, and life as a religious!
Thanks for our vocation, Brother!
This week's shoutouts are for Kevin Croghan, the Sisters of Life, various saints, the Shrine of Padre Pio in San Antonio, Texas along with Maddie Ware and her young adult group there!
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Tuesday Jan 26, 2021
Tuesday Jan 26, 2021
Back in the Hut Studios, the brothers share 4 key elements that are essential for your conversion, drawing closer to the Lord and growing in holiness!
God has Designated you!
Encounter with God
Detachment
Prayer
Br. Brandon focuses on Acts of the Apostles 22:3-16 and brings up two points of conversion summarized as 1, designated and 2, encounter. Br. Vinny focuses on Mark 10:17-31 and two points of conversion summarized as 3, detachment and 4, prayer.
Br. Brandon discusses a recent help to his deepening conversion of knowing and loving Jesus that came through a talk by Vinny Flynn found on Formed.org (and probably other places).
https://watch.formed.org/7-secrets-of-confession-by-vinny-flynn
Banter includes the topics of Br. Brandon’s St. Paul moment of getting hit by a dump truck while riding his bicycle and on Br. Vinny mistakenly ripping out a trumpet vine.
Br. Brandon gives shout outs to Br. Vinny for the release of his new album “The Inner Room,” available on all your favorite streaming platforms.
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbpyFIsMrlOOQ3mvD2HS0WA
Itunes. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbpyFIsMrlOOQ3mvD2HS0WA
spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/22ajb87Qdtxk2fUWXkExmj?si=1LJ_Yl-AQfmA_dbybxxgsQ
God bless you good listeners. Take care. Peace and all good.
Brs. Vince Mary and Brandon!!
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Thursday Jan 07, 2021
Brothers are back and it's 2021! Brothers Vincent Mary Carrasco and Brandon Berg are together in Amarillo, Texas. Good listeners, thanks for your patience. Br. Vinny has been in Puebla, Mexico on a culture and language immersion.
After some beginning banter on Mexico, the holiday season, and the star of Bethlehem the brothers move into today’s theme; Epiphany and seeking Jesus. The question is: as we seek the star of Jesus, what do we need to leave behind to start out on the journey and what will sustain us on the way?
Brother Brandon mentions that he needs to leave behind himself; as in leave behind distractions, comforts, food, and worry. Br. Vinny mentions he needs to leave behind fear and pick up a new level of awareness. Br. Brandon mentions that devotion to St. Joseph and Mary and a focus on his duties will sustain him throughout this new year.
So dear listener, ask yourself what do you need to leave behind as you seek after Jesus, and what will sustain you in this new year?
Best wishes and prayers from Brother Vincent Mary and Brandon.
Saturday Nov 28, 2020
Saturday Nov 28, 2020
Back in the (new) brother hut studios, the brothers are happy to be back on the mics for y'all! The bros talk thanksgiving happenings, the joys of communal life during Thanksgiving. In this episode, the two friars talk about some challenges that come with new endeavors and ministries. Bro Vinny shares with us about the recording process of his first single 'Magnify' and Bro Brandon shares the challenges in his priestly ministry. Together, we touch on the hopes of Advent, the graces of humility and imperfection. Don't miss it!
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Saturday Oct 17, 2020
Saturday Oct 17, 2020
The Brother Hut | Ep. 28 - Obedience & St. Margaret Mary Alcaoque
In this episode, the Capuchin Bros talk about the beauty of Holy Obedience! It can be difficult at times to just sit down and ‘listen’ to the voice of God; the spirit of God. The bros share some insight about holy obedience from the life and writings of St. Margaret Mary Alcaoque on the Sacred Heart of Jesus. How important it is to sit and listen to the voice of God in our lives, as she did! It can be difficult to trust that the Spirit is leading you, to see that and obey that — We do what we want. Tune in the episode as we talk losing things, water bottles, cracked feet (We know) and… on a more serious note, we talk holiness, obedience, the necessity of being open, aware and intune with the Spirit of God!
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Friday Oct 09, 2020
Friday Oct 09, 2020
Recording for their 1 Year Anniversary Episode, the Bros are back in brown and also joined by Bro Luke Jordan!
In this episode, the Capuchin trio talk about a Friendship with St. Francis, God, the brothers, and the saints. What does it mean to be friends with the Saints or friends with God, even friends with those close to you? Those friendships; authentic, holy, and real Friendships are important for our flourishing in the spiritual life! Challenging, straightforward friendships help us grow — Think of St. Peter, who wrestled with wanting so badly to be friends with God while also giving in to human weakness. What qualities draw us into a deeper friendship with people, the saints and God? Friendship with Jesus centers around the example of St. Peter and his desire to give all to Jesus yet struggling to do so. Jesus calls us his friends in The Gospel of St. John 15:15!
In this episode, the bros share about their friendship with St. Francis and how it began. Br. Vinny shares about his encounter with St. Francis by reading one of his biographies. Br. Luke shares about finding inspiration fo follow Francis after experiencing the deep peace found in Assisi, Italy & Br. Brandon shares about wanting to know more about Francis after experiencing the Capuchin brothers in their daily life.
SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR FRIENDS!
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Saturday Sep 26, 2020
Saturday Sep 26, 2020
Recording on the Feast of Padre Pio, the bros are back once again!! Bro Vinny shares some excitement about being blessed into the ministry of Lector with some of the brothers. The brothers share some funny stories during the week, confession inconsistencies, and unexpected printer problems. Along with those crazy stories, Brandon shares about the recent break in at our provincial office, a traumatic experience. In this episode the brothers take a look at Trauma and the human and spiritual ways of coping with those experiences.
Listen in on this episode as we talk about importance of prayer, community, silence and
Human
Get Moving
Don’t Isolate
Nervous System Regulation
Stay Healthy
Spiritual
“Pray Unceasingly”
Community = Conversion of Heart
Be Still, Mediate!
Confessions & Spiritual Direction
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