Redemptorist Friendship Circle

Global Hearts, One Body - The Redemptorist Mission

In this new season 2026 podcast episode, Fr. Terence sits with the Superior General of the Redemptorists, Fr. Rogerio. From his humble beginnings in a rural farming family to his unexpected encounters with Pope Francis in Rome, Fr. Rogerio shares his authentic journey of faith. Discover: * The three key life events that shaped his vocation * What a "day in the life" of the Superior General actually looks like * Why he believes the Redemptorist mission is more vital today than ever. Key Notes: To know more about the Global Redemptorist and their missions - english | News from the Redemptorists World [https://www.cssr.news/]To learn more about the Redemptorist Vocation - Vocation Discernment – Novena Church, Church of St. Alphonsus, Singapore [https://novenachurch.com/vocation-discernment/] or email vocationdirectorcssr@novenachurch.com

Calling all to be Missionaries of Hope in the Footsteps of the Redeemer, "In Him, there's plentiful Redemption"

Have you ever wondered what it means to live as a missionary of hope in our world today? In this podcast, we sit with Fr Ivel Mendanha, C.Ss.R. - born in Goa, India, a lifelong Redemptorist, theologian, preacher, and General Consultor serving at the heart of the Congregation in Rome. Fr. Ivel's life and ministry takes us beyond borders - inviting us to reflect on community, leadership, and the heart of mission. Tune in and let Fr. Ivel's reflections challenge and inspire our own journey of faith and vocation. Show note: ScalaNews YouTube: 🇬🇧 “LET US CROSS OVER TO THE OTHER SIDE” - Missionaries of Hope in Today’s World [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOY80AUA4v4&t=2s]ScalaNews: english | News from the Redemptorists World [https://www.cssr.news/]Vocation Discernment – Novena Church, Church of St. Alphonsus, Singapore [https://novenachurch.com/vocation-discernment/]The Redemptorist – Asia & Oceania – Novena Church, Church of St. Alphonsus, Singapore [https://novenachurch.com/redemptorist-asia-oceania/]

From all Walks of Lives to Follow Christ Jesus. What will our Response be when HE calls?

Have you ever caught a glimpse of Brothers Gene, Nicholas, or Handrie at Novena Church during the recent Missiological & Theological Symposium, Reds Concert, or the Annual Novena Procession? In this podcast, we invite you to discover who they are, what led them to discern the call to join the Redemptorist vocation, the challenges, inspirations, and milestones they encountered along the way to becoming future priests. Show notes: Br. Gene's 1st Profession of Vows - Feast of Saint Alphonsus (6.30pm, 1 August 2025) [https://www.youtube.com/live/ZrSJSqGG1kk] Bro. Nicholas Narin Martin & Bro Hilary Handie Lim's 1st Profession of Vows - First Profession of Vows. Bro. Nicholas Narin Martin & Bro Hilary Handie Lim [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8D1DgRafiw] Novena Youth Rally Novena Youth Rally 2025 - The Chapter: Foreword [https://www.youtube.com/live/ua4R1x0UfB4] REDs (Redemptorist) Concert 2025 REDEMPTORIST CONCERT 2025 in Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Novena Church (Reds Concert) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhO6utWk53k] Annual Novena Procession 2025 Annual Novena Procession 2025 - Gratitude and Hope: We Remember, We Rejoice, We Renew (7 Sept 2025) [https://www.youtube.com/live/KRVwXyxoSlU] Saint Gerard On the Life of St Gerard Majella - Patron of families and expectant Mothers - Fr. Joseph Royan, CSSR [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZgyLILpUbM] Come & See the Joy of being a Redemptorist - https://youtu.be/5PJxoiWp6hg

Crossing Borders, Building Belief - Youth, Culture, and Transformation

Fr. Willy Ngongo Pala, C.Ss.R. embodies a dynamic mission of spiritual renewal and community across Southeast Asia and beyond. In Sumba, Indonesia, his hands on approach fostered deep community engagement and ownership of faith especially with the youth. Transitioning to Dalat, Sarawak (Malaysia), he formed an energetic partnership with Fr. Patrick Massang to co-lead Novena and devotional events centred on the Mother of Perpetual Help. Join Frs Terence Wee, Antony Prabhu, and Patrick Massang in this podcast! Be inspired with the story of living mission on the move, and planting seeds of faith where communities and cultures converge. Show notes: Upcoming events: Events – Novena Church, Church of St. Alphonsus, Singapore [https://novenachurch.com/events/] Church by the River: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75ejAjl-AKk church by the river Christmas by the River: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAzkEz3gpSQ

When We Step Beyond Familiar Boundaries to gain Profound Experience of Faith and Missions

In this special episode, we have Fr David Hore, C.Ss.R., an Australian Redemptorist priest, who shares his transformative journey of how by immersing himself in a new culture and language deepened his understanding of faith and service. Just as Jesus' disciples did through mission, Fr David stepped out from his familiar comfort zone and dedicated over eleven years to missions in Sri Lanka. With Fr. Terence as the host, Fr. David also reflects on the challenges and rewards of cross-cultural ministry, highlighting the importance of listening and adapting to the needs of the local community. He fondly recalls his time in Sri Lanka, particularly local cuisine such as curry. He still misses curry even after returning to Australia. Are we inspired then to step beyond familiar boundaries for a more profound experience of faith and missions? Show notes: https://cssr.org.au (Redemptorists of Oceania – Witnesses of the Redeemer in a wounded world) [https://cssr.org.au/] https://www.cssrao.com/unit/sri-lanka-colombo/ (Sri Lanka (Colombo) – The Redemptorists – Asia & Oceania) [https://www.cssrao.com/unit/sri-lanka-colombo/]