"It the joy of simplicity, the joy experienced daily by those who care for what truly matters: faithful closeness to God and to our neighbour

Religious and priestly life must be filled with the simple joy of caring every day for what really matters — faithful friendship with God and one another, Pope Francis said.

The Podcast filmed in North Bay, Ontario in the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie tackles Catholic topics ranging from the Eucharist to scandals in the Church.

Pope Francis recalled “with emotion” his time spent in adoration at the Basilica of the Blessed Sacrament in Buenos Aires.

Pope Francis said that St. Joseph is a model for all vocations and he prays the saint will help young people discern the vocation God is calling them to.

In this episode, we profile Bishop Dowd, who tells us about his upbringing, his own call to the priesthood, his life as a Bishop, the blessings and challenges of ministry - and what he is looking forward to as Bishop of Sault Ste. Marie.

His example of a normal teenager who loved Jesus, appreciated and adored the Eucharist, and lived his life to the fullest, is a great example for teenagers, young people and all the Catholic faithful.  On October 10, 2020, Carlo will be “Beatified” (the second and final step before being officially declared a Saint of the Church).