Faith Into Action
Catholics are putting their faith into action every day in the Diocese of Joliet! Listen to their stories, and how you too can share God's hope with the world around you.
75th Anniversary
As part of the 75th Anniversary Jubilee, the Diocese of Joliet will produce a 14-part series that will educate and engage listeners on the first Monday each month, from November 2023 to December 2024. The inaugural episode will feature Bishop Ronald Hicks and Fr. Tom Paul, the chairman of the 75th Anniversary Committee, who will discuss the rich history of the diocese and their multifaceted approach to the events and activities planned, with a broad view of the anniversary celebration.
Faith Into Action
Episode 2 | 10 Facts about St. Francis Xavier | Faith Into Action Podcast | 75th Anniversary Series
Catholics have been putting their faith into action for 75 years in the Diocese of Joliet — and we have a lot to celebrate!
The focus of the second episode of the podcast is on St. Francis Xavier — the patron of the diocese and a fascinating 16th-century saint who was one of our Church's greatest evangelists. Justin and Michelle will unveil 10 facts about St. Francis Xavier, including why he was chosen as our patron, details about his upbringing and pivotal college experience, and his travels around the world.
This episode is one of 14-part series being produced for our 75th Anniversary. Justin Reyes, who leads the Department of Catechesis and Evangelization, and Michelle Dellinger, director of communication, will co-host the series, interviewing a wide variety of clergy, religious, and parishioners across the diocese.
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