
HOPECAST: A Podcast of Hope House Ministries in Port Jefferson New York
Hope House Ministries of Port Jefferson New York promotes hope, healing and restoration. For those experiencing a life crisis including homelessness, addiction, domestic violence, depression, suicidal ideation, divorce, parenting issues or mental health issues, there is hope for healing and that hope is real. Contact us at 631-928-2377 or on the web www.hhm.org.
Hopecast is sponsored by Chi Professional Development.
Episodes
23 episodes
Bridges Instead of Walls
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, underscores why diversity, equity and inclusion are keys to the make-up of who we are as a community. Building bridges that bring us together makes all of us stronger.Father Pizzare...
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5:19

We Only Get Through Together!
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, reflects on the importance of everyone having a voice and a right to be heard. By respectfully listening to one another, we find our way through.Father Pizzarelli is a Montfort Mis...
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4:02

Embracing Trauma: A Pathway to Healing
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, considers the alchemy of transmuting suffering into the gold of healing and restoration. Father Pizzarelli is a Montfort Missionary Roman Catholic priest, educated at Mo...
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5:33

We Can Do More For The Homeless In Our Community
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, highlights an invisible population living side by side with us every day. Father Pizzarelli is a Montfort Missionary Roman Catholic priest, educated at Montfort College,...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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5:55

The Hope of Students in a Hostile World
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, reflects on the hope that comes so naturally to young people. Their insights are needed today now more than ever. May we learn from their energy, idealism and thirst for social justi...
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5:42

Radically Including Everyone: A 44th Anniversary Reflection
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, covers the origins of Hope House Ministries and its ongoing mission to the community that has stood the test of time. Founded upon love and fortified by compassion, our...
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6:50

Prophets Surround Us
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, reflects on the life testimonies of prophets who surround us in our everyday lives and who call us to love more deeply.Father Pizzarelli is a Montfort Missionary Roman Catholic priest, e...
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7:17

Matt Lonigro: A Testimony of Love
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM shares about the recent loss of a wonderful man, husband, father and community volunteer. Matt Lonigro served on the Board of Directors for Hope House Ministries. He was a fri...
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5:05

Be The Change You Wish To See In The World
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM points to his students as beacons of hope in the world. Less judging and more compassion is the key forward.Father Pizzarelli is a Montfort Missionary Roman Catholic priest, educate...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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4:05

Strangers In Our Midst..A Christmas Message of Hope
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM shares a Christmas message of hope, easily applied to our everyday lives when we take the time to become aware of others.Father Pizzarelli is a Montfort Missionary Roman Catholic priest, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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5:32

The Hidden God
In this episode of Hopecast Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM discusses how often God is right in front of us without us realizing it. Lessons from Martha and Mary if heeded, reveal how we might become more truly present to one another, especially thos...
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3:39

Enough is Enough!
In this episode of Hopecast, Father Pizzarelli discusses the most recent mass shooting of children in Texas and what needs to be done to counter the stem of unbridled violence in America.Father Pizzarelli is a Montfort Missionary Roman ...
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3:01

A Day of Prayer & Action To Counter Opioid Addiction
In this episode of Hopecast, the tragedy of overdose can become what motivates us to create a Day of Prayer & Action to Counter Opioid Addiction. If implemented at the National and International level, such a day could raise awareness...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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6:13

A Case for Empathy..
In this episode of Hopecast, empathy as tool for human relationships and communication is examined. Is empathy a key to restoring civility in our communities? Can it better our understanding of the many challenges that face all of...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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4:44

Solidarity for Ukraine
In this episode of Hopecast, solidarity for Ukraine is examined. Are we truly powerless in the face of geo-politics? Are there ways for us to be active ambassadors for peace? What does it mean to be a person of faith in times ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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5:02

Believe in Hope!
In this episode, Fr. Francis addresses the culture of divisiveness in America and our need to hold fast to hope by caring for one another and those in need.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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3:59

Believe in Hope!
In this episode, Fr. Francis addresses the current divisiveness of American culture and our need to persist in being a people of hope committed to the well being of one another.
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3:59

Hopecast - Smartphones
In this episode, Fr. Pizzarelli examines the effects of Smartphones on families, relationships and the larger community.Father Pizzarelli is a Montfort Missionary Roman Catholic priest, educated at Montfort College, St. John’s Unive...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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5:22

Hopecast - Springtime 2021
In this episode, Fr. Pizzarelli addresses the damage caused to our community by dichotomies and dualities. He highlights important insights garnered from young people that will surely prove to to be keys to mutual understanding and respec...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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5:42
