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
31 episodes
Recovery through Body, Mind and Spirit
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr Frank shares the journey of a young man who was losing his chronic battle with alcohol until he made the connection and commitment to his own recovery through body, mind and spirit, and his tenacity and courage t...
Mental Health Awareness
In this Hopecast episode, Father Frank discusses the importance of recognizing the vast array of mental health issues with which so many of us are challenged, and to realize that within every struggle there is also the possibility for healing, ...
Hope House Origin Story
In this episode of Hopecast, Father Francis Pizzarelli, SMM, shares the origin story of the chain of events and community interactions that led him to start Hope House Ministries 46 years ago in Port Jefferson, NY and how those humble beginning...
Breaking Enabling Cycles
Father Frank shares a story that highlights how the struggles of addiction know no social boundaries, and how important the role is for family and friends to stop enabling unhealthy behavior as a critical step in breaking this destructive cycle...
America's 250th Birthday
In this episode of Hopecast, Father Frank reflects on the 250th birthday of our great nation, how incredibly lucky we are to live in a country with such promise and opportunity, and the responsibility we all share to contribute and participate ...
Words Matter
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, brings our attention to the fact that the words used to convey our perspective and point of view are just as important as the message itself, if not more so. Our leaders in all areas of authorit...
Sharp Edges
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, notes that while divisiveness and polarization may seem to be our way of life, in reality the quiet thread holding our nation together is that we all still want the same hopeful future. In a dem...
Our Undocumented
In this episode of Hopecast, Fr. Pizzarelli, SMM, highlights the concern that even with all the scary and unsettling challenges we encounter every day, one of the greatest injustices that we face is the treatment of our undocumented. He undersc...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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, ...
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...
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 ...
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...
