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Come as You Are
Welcome to Christ the Redeemer's new video/podcast series, "Come as You Are," with a mission to welcome everyone with open arms just as Christ welcomes us. With over 8,000 families, we are a community that celebrates the unique stories and experiences of each member. Together, we can grow in faith and become stronger as we embody the spirit of St. Paul's words to the Romans: “Welcome one another, then, as Christ welcomed you, for the glory of God” (Romans 15:7).
Join us today and be a part of our family, where every individual is cherished and accepted just as they are. If you are interested in sharing your story, please email angela.xavier@ctrcc.com.
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Episodes
29 episodes
Bryan Bradburn
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.What happens when your greatest struggle becomes your greatest connection to God? In this episode, Bryan Bradburn shares his personal journey of moving fro...
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Kendall McCrystal
Meet CtR's Youth Director, Kendall McCrystal about how to really connect with students. Kendall shares how she moves past basic small talk to truly understand what life is like for kids today. It’s all about meeting students where they’re at, i...
Alberto Gonzalez
In this episode, meet Alberto Gonzalez from CtR’s Homeschool Connect and Trail Life. He shares his journey of vocational discernment and how, through prayer, he realized God was calling him not to the priesthood but to marriage and family.<...
Luisa Guzman
Luisa Guzman, Spiritual Director at Christ the Redeemer, shares why she was drawn to this ministry: after encountering God’s personal, merciful love during her own trials, she now helps others experience the same transformative grace.Deeply...
Mary Jones
In this heartfelt episode, cancer survivor Mary Jones shares how facing cancer twice deepened her faith and transformed her prayer life. Through surrender to God’s will, she discovered He was always with her, even in the darkest moments. A movi...
Tatiana Vasquez
Meet Tatiana Vasquez, Communications Specialist at Christ the Redeemer. In this episode, she shares profound lessons on forgiveness, humility, and the transformative power of putting God first. Tatiana reminds us to be bold in faith—becau...
Deacon Brad Snyder
Tune in to discover Deacon Brad Snyder's inspiring journey! Learn what it truly means to embrace prayer as a "posture of availability"—far more than words alone—and hear the vocational story that shaped his path to the diaconate: pivotal moment...
Fr. Vincent Tran
In this uplifting episode, we sit down with our beloved parochial vicar, Fr. Vincent Tran, our very joyful priest, whose vibrant spirit radiates Jesus’ love in all he does. Shaped by his aunt’s devout Catholic faith, Fr. Vincent’s path to the p...
Rev. Mark Hebert
We’re thrilled to introduce Rev. Mark Hebert, the new pastor of Christ the Redeemer! In a heartfelt reflection, Rev. Hebert shares his inspiring journey to the priesthood and the wisdom he’s gained from Cardinal DiNardo. With a bold vision for ...
Daniela Gonzalez
Tune in for this inspiring episode with Daniela Gonzalez, whose warm welcome fosters spiritual connections. We explore how her role at CtR reflects Christ’s love, creating meaningful encounters with Jesus. Hear about a transformative "God momen...
Bridget Wenk
Tune in for an inspiring conversation with CtR’s esteemed choir director, whose lifelong devotion to liturgical music captivates and uplifts. From playing piano at four and organ at eleven at St. Peter the Apostle, she reveals how these formati...
Jim Norris
In this episode, we sit down with Jim Norris, who leads the prison ministry at Christ the Redeemer. Once a dedicated Baptist, Jim shares his powerful journey that led him to embrace the Catholic faith and believe in one universal Church. <...
Rev. Sean P. Horrigan
Step into an uplifting journey with a devoted Pastor whose faith and vision have transformed Christ the Redeemer from its humble “Taco Bell church” roots into a radiant beacon of hope. In this heartfelt interview, we celebrate his tireless work...
Neil Vásquez
En este episodio, presentamos a Neil Vasquez, quien creció inmerso en la fe católica, donde Dios era una presencia constante. De adolescente y joven adulto, se alejó de su fe, pero durante un período emocional difícil, su esposa y una amiga de ...
Deacon Mike Jones
In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Deacon Mike, who shares a powerful message of faith and resilience. He reflects on how God creates each of us with purpose, emphasizing that no matter our struggles—be it doubt, hardship, or personal ...
Sandra Vásquez
Presentamos a Sandra Vásquez, una dedicada miembro de la parroquia Cristo Redentor y una participante activa en numerosos ministerios. Sandra nos cuenta cómo una simple invitación de una amiga para ir a la Misa se convirtió en un punto de infle...
Deacon David Carrasco
Join us in this inspiring episode as we delve into Deacon David Carrasco's faith journey and the transformative power of surrendering to God's will. Discover how we can nurture our ability to listen to God's voice daily. His narrative exemplifi...
Clifford Randle
In this episode, we hear the story of Clifford, raised in both Baptist and Catholic traditions. Though faith was a part of his upbringing, during his time in college he strayed from the Church. Yet, music remained a constant, quietly drawing hi...
Alejandra Duffoo
In this episode, we sit down with Alejandra Duffoo, whose spiritual journey led her from Evangelical Christianity to the rich traditions of the Catholic Church. Alejandra shares her story, her joy in discovering the sacraments, and how her new ...
Juan Dávila
En este episodio, presentamos a Juan Dávila, un miembro dedicado a nuestra parroquia durante más de una década. Después de una extensa búsqueda de un lugar para nutrir la fe de su familia, Juan encontró su hogar espiritual en CtR a través del p...
Bob Suarez
St. Joseph was a man of God, living out the true meaning of faith in action. In this episode, we introduce Bob Suarez, our festival chair and a member of the Knights of Columbus, sharing his true God moment and how believing in God first has al...
Kim Suarez
Meet Kim Suarez, a devoted and esteemed member of the CtR parish community. She shares how participating in the ACTS Retreat was a monumental event in her spiritual journey. She left the retreat on fire for Jesus and thus has been committed to ...
Heath Vogel
In this episode, we feature Heath Vogel, the Sacraments Coordinator. Heath, who was raised as a Protestant and served as a pastor for 15 years, made the bold decision to convert to Catholicism 7 years ago. In this episode, he shares his inspiri...