Special podcast on legacy of Pope Francis and hopes for future

Source: All Kinds of Catholic

Friday, 2 May sees the release of a bonus episode of the All Kinds of Catholic podcast. Guests from four continents discuss Pope Francis' legacy in their lives and share their hopes for the next pope.

Peter, from the Philippines, happened to be in Rome and was able to say a last farewell in person. Matthew has Nigerian heritage but stresses that the ethnicity of the new pope is something to "look beyond" - despite recalling how he finished work early on the day Barack Obama was elected President of the United States, to mark the occasion. Judy, speaking from America, reminds listeners that Pope Francis, "…visited war-torn areas. He went there and put himself at risk." She hopes, and is praying for, "more of the same." Everyone references the importance of the Holy Spirit in the discernment of the new pope. But journalist Andy Drozdziak also suggests that the way the cardinals are spending time together, seeking to build warm relationships in advance of the conclave, "might be a little bit of a fruit of Pope Francis."

Theresa said: "Like many people, I spent time reflecting prayerfully on how best to respond to the death of Pope Francis and the election of a new pope. Podcast listeners will know that Pope Francis has been spoken of in many existing episodes. Four previous guests, from diverse backgrounds, returned to participate in this dedicated conversation. I hope listeners will tune in to hear their thoughtful insights."

The podcast is created and hosted by Theresa Alessandro and boasts more than 6000 downloads so far - and a mention in The Guardian last week. In each episode, Theresa is in conversation with a different 'ordinary' Catholic guest exploring how they live their faith in today's world. The regular episodes will continue to be released on Wednesdays, alongside the bonus one.

Find the bonus episode of the All Kinds of Catholic podcast on all the usual podcast platforms and here.

Episode link: www.buzzsprout.com/2333035/episodes/17078848

Podcast website link: https://kindsofcatholic.buzzsprout.com

The All Kinds of Catholic podcast is created and hosted by Theresa Alessandro. In each episode, Theresa is in conversation with a different Catholic guest exploring how they live their faith in the world today. Guests will often be people who are not in the public eye. Taken together, their stories illustrate the image Pope Francis gave us in Evangelii Gaudium, of a 'chaotic…genuine experience of fraternity, a caravan of solidarity, a sacred pilgrimage' experienced by Catholic people 'stepping into this floodtide' of life.

Theresa is the convenor of the new Catholic Podcasters Network. She would be happy to chat further about the podcast and more.