March 12, 2025

The Transfiguration

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob discuss their upcoming mission trips to Belize and Rwanda, reflecting on the impact of missions on students and communities. They delve into a light-hearted critique of the worst sports teams to cheer on as a fan, recounting frustrating fan experiences. They pay tribute to the late actor Gene Hackman and reflect on President Trump’s recent speech and the challenges of bipartisan politics. They close They That Hope with the Transfiguration Gospel reading, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the glory of the Lord in daily life.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Episode Overview

00:30 - Welcoming the Audience

01:33 - Upcoming Missions and Travel Plans

03:48 - Mission Trip Reflections and Experiences

09:21 - Sports Talk: What Team Has It Worse?

14:47 - Listener Interaction and Lent Reflections

18:02 - Discussing Ashes and Ash Wednesday

19:47 - Remembering Gene Hackman

23:10 - Reflecting on the President’s Speech

29:03 - The Challenges of Political Unity

30:45 - Praying for Pope Francis

31:27 - The Transfiguration and Its Significance

36:37 - Concluding Prayers and Announcements