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The Damascus Podcast

Damascus
Evangelization
Christianity
Faith
Prayer
Catholic Church
Holy Spirit
Community
Mission
Friendship
Suffering
Jesus Christ
Discipleship
Mission Work
Gratitude
Relationships
Healing
Ministry
Personal Growth
Love
Spiritual Warfare

The Damascus Podcast is the official podcast of Damascus, a Catholic missionary movement that invites as many young people and their families as possible into a life-changing encounter with Jesus and His Church. With a combination of long-form conversations, roundtable discussions, and lessons from 25 years of ministry, this podcast exists to bring the Damascus experience to everyday life – where ... more

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Ryan O HarRyan O’Hara is a national Catholic speaker, consultant, and podcaster. With 25+ years of ministry experience with college students and young adults, he is passionate about seeing Catholics center their lives on Jesus Christ and becoming dis... more

Fr. Boniface Hicks is a Benedictine monk of St. Vincent Archabbey, a Catholic priest, the Director of Spiritual Formation at St. Vincent Seminary, and the Director of the Institute for Ministry Formation (IMF) at St. Vincent Seminary. He spends much ... more

Pete Burak is the vice president of Renewal Ministries, which is dedicated to Catholic renewal and evangelization around the world. He is a frequent speaker on discipleship and evangelization, the co-director of Pine Hills Boys’ Camp, and the author ... more

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Sister Mary Grace and Sister Avelina Joseph are Sisters of Life, a religious community in love with Love – Love incarnate, crucified, and RISEN – and in love with life – every human life. In this episode, Sister Mary Grace and Sister Avelina Joseph s... more

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Recent Guests

Father Boniface Hicks
Priest, Benedictine monk, professor and speaker on vocation and discernment
St. Vincent Archabbey, La Trobe University, Damascus network
Episode: Fr. Boniface Hicks on Uniting the Church
Pete Burak
Catholic speaker and leader at Damascus/Damascus Mission
Damascus Catholic Movement
Episode: The Problem of Indifference – Pete Burak (Ep. 2)
Sister Mary Grace
Sister of Life, discussed charism and ministry
Sisters of Life
Episode: Sisters of Life on the Joy of Evangelization (Ep. 1)
Sister Avelina Joseph
Sister of Life, discussed charism and ministry
Sisters of Life
Episode: Sisters of Life on the Joy of Evangelization (Ep. 1)

Hosts

Dan
Co-host/Host involved in mission and ministry discussions, frequently presenting leadership and experiential insights.
Brad
Co-host/Host known for bringing practical, mission-focused perspectives and humor to conversations.
Aaron
Co-host/Host with emphasis on ministry strategy and spiritual formation.
Jack
Host contributing diverse perspectives from pastoral and missionary experiences.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 276 ratings
  • One of the best!

    This podcast is on of my favorite podcasts. The goofiness, wisdom, mission is just so present when you listen. The men and speakers on here are so on fire for Jesus and His mission for the church. Aaron, Dan, Brad and the rest of the Beyond Damascus team , thank you for doing what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kenzie Singer
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fires me up on mission!

    This is seriously such a great podcast! No matter what your mission field is, it’ll fire you up to serve Jesus and those He puts in your path! I love the maturity of the hosts - they bring a breath of fresh air to a Church that too often focuses on what divides rather than on what unites. Listening to Beyond Damascus actually inspired me to go on a retreat at Damascus, which was superb. 11/10 recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AppleUser3452345
    United Statesa year ago
  • Couldn’t recommend more!

    I’ve to CYSC Great Lakes twice before, and always remember the great talks that were given and had stuck with me for life. I really enjoy being able to get that same experience every day with this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leo Pillari
    United Statesa year ago
  • Listen often!

    Very applicable. I am in Encounter and it helps me to listen here too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    6nonie6
    United States2 years ago
  • Beyond Damascus rocks

    Great content! Aaron is always so witty!

    #Bridge4

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Murphy Storen
    United States2 years ago

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Guests and hosts are viewed as relatable and grounded in real-world ministry.
Listeners appreciate the genuine faith-centered approach and practical ministry guidance.
Hosts are praised for authenticity and practical wisdom in faith and relationships.
Audience notes that content bridges traditional Catholic practice with Spirit-led living.
The show is seen as accessible to Catholics exploring mission work and family life within faith contexts.

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Sisters of Life on the Joy of Evangelization (Ep. 1)
Q: What do you think God wants this generation to know?
There is a rest and deep belonging that comes from being loved unconditionally by Father; life is good and our lives matter when rooted in that love.
How do you handle mission when someone I am on mission with never seems to understand me?
Q: How do you handle mission when someone I am on mission with never seems to understand me?
Change your perspective and try to understand those around you, as this helps in reducing conflict and building trust.
How do I properly reconcile with someone, especially when it hasn't seemed to work in the past?
Q: How do I properly reconcile with someone, especially when it hasn't seemed to work in the past?
The speakers suggest first understanding your motivations for wanting reconciliation, and recognizing that your unresolved emotions might be the real barrier. They emphasize that sometimes reconciliation involves self-reflection rather than blaming the other party.
All of you have and are currently in relationship while on mission, what is some advice that you can give from your experience?
Q: What is some advice that you can give from your experience?
The speakers emphasize the importance of intentional communication and scheduling in balancing relationships and mission.
What does it mean to be "Joy-filled"?
Q: Can you unpack the principle of 'choose joy'?
Choosing joy means intentionally deciding how to respond to life's challenges, despite negative feelings or difficult circumstances.

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The show centers on faith-driven life, mission, and relationships within Catholic ministry contexts. Across recent episodes, topics include reconciliation, teamwork in mission, balancing romance and faith, joyful living, lay involvement in deliverance, discernment in waiting, Spirit-led community, worship culture, and questions about healing, denominational relationships, and leadership authenticity. The conversations blend practical ministry advice with personal stories, spiritual reflections, and calls to live missionally. A notable pattern is the focus on integrating deep faith with everyday life, relationships, and ministry strategy in a way that feels accessible to young Catholics and Catholic families who want to grow in mission and c... more

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1. Father Boniface Hicks
2. Pete Burak
3. Sister Mary Grace
4. Sister Avelina Joseph

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