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Desert Wanderers

Desert Wanderers

Auteur(s): Salt & Light Catholic Radio
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 The Desert Wanderers Podcast is a podcast focusing on stories of Priest, Religious, and Laity for the Boise Diocese (the Entier state of Idaho) We help Bridge the gap between you and the person in the pew. This interview-style podcast is asking questions that will help you navigate your vocation to live a more fruitful life. Christianisme Pastorale et évangélisme Sciences sociales Spiritualité
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  • A Life Dedicated to the Poor: With Sister Joachim

    A Life Dedicated to the Poor: With Sister Joachim
    Nov 13 2025

    In this inspiring episode of Desert Wanderers, we welcome Sister Joachim, who shares her incredible journey from a multicultural upbringing in England to her profound vocation as a Missionary of Charity. Listen as she recounts her experiences working with the poorest communities across the globe, including her time in Macedonia, Poland, and Ethiopia. Sister Joachim discusses the importance of community, the challenges faced by women in vulnerable situations, and the joy of living a life dedicated to service. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that highlights the beauty of faith and the call to love.

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    Chapters:

    (00:00) Desert Wanderers Intro

    (05:59) Sister's vocation really begins in her First Communion

    (11:34) In confession, Father asked me what I want to do with my life

    (16:17) Sister told me to go back to school because medicine needs me

    (22:18) I joined Missions of Charity. My manager at the time told me nuns don't dance

    (23:03) There's this innate spirituality of a child, right?

    (26:20) How did your parents help you spiritually in your childhood

    (31:50) The Catholic community is incredibly important in today's world

    (37:49) Catholic communities are growing because so many people live away from their families

    (39:38) It sounds like the Holy Spirit was really moving in your childhood

    (46:00) Is it hard to visualize yourself as a religious

    (54:20) Sister Joins the Missions of Charity

    (59:09) Missionaries of Charity worked with gypsies in communist Yugoslavia

    (01:04:04) Sister then served in Poland and Eastern Europe from 1889 to 2004

    (01:08:26) Meeting Father Dom (01:12:10) There is a whole new world in the Somali region of. And 16 million Somalis

    (01:15:38) FGM is very prevalent among Somalis

    (01:20:54) I'm looking for volunteers to help develop the mission.

    (01:25:19) Sister says mission is making Jesus present through humble works
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    1 h et 32 min
  • Discovering the Secular Franciscan Order: W/Terri And Evelyn

    Discovering the Secular Franciscan Order: W/Terri And Evelyn
    Nov 12 2025
    In this enlightening episode of Desert Wanderers, we explore the unique world of the Secular Franciscan Order with our guests, Terri and Evelyn. They share their personal journeys into this vocation, the differences between the various Franciscan orders, and the significance of living a life grounded in the teachings of St. Francis. Discover how this community fosters joy, fraternity, and active engagement with the world, all while navigating the complexities of faith and service. Join us as we delve into what it truly means to be a Secular Franciscan and how you can become a part of this vibrant community. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more stories of faith, hope, and community! 👂 Tune in and be inspired! Social Media: Instagram ( / desertwandererspodcast ) Tiktok ( / desertwandererspodcast ) Chapters: (00:00) Desert Wanderers interviews priests, religious, and laity in the Boise diocese (01:17) Today, we are talking about the secular Franciscan order (03:12) Terry: How does the Franciscan order differ from other religious orders (09:27) Franciscans were the last order of the church to be canonically recognized (13:44) Terry, how did you find the Franciscan (18:01) How did you first hear of the Franciscans? And when did you decide (22:28) If I became a Franciscan, I would probably have to have a tattoo (26:15) The whole process is three years. So the inquiry is six months, and then the candidacy is four years (31:48) Pope Leo XIII rewrote the prayer rule to make it more active (34:02) Terry: What does a day in the life of a Franciscan look like (37:21) We talked about how people struggle with prayer because they're trying to fit (41:18) I love the story of St. Clair, too. Like, that's such a crazy story (43:13) We have ongoing formation to maintain and understand our spirituality (46:22) There are 26 parts to our rule. How long is the rule? Would it take us a while to get through (49:16) Franciscans cultivate a spirit of peace, fidelity, and respect for life (53:13) Could you go through what a community meeting would look like, then each month (59:07) It just binds us together that we can disagree, but there's still family (01:00:06) What does the demographic of the Franciscans look like in Boise (01:05:33) St. Francis says God is always walking with us. And he can withstand whatever happens (01:08:22) I mean, it's just so important when we have our transitionist (01:11:16) Franciscan spirituality says Jesus had to die for our sins (01:15:47) This episode of Desert Wanderers was produced by Salt Night Radio
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    1 h et 17 min
  • Students for Life @ BSU with Alexis

    Students for Life @ BSU with Alexis
    Nov 4 2025
    In this episode of Desert Wanderers, we sit down with Alexis Fisher, a passionate pro-life advocate and current student at Boise State University. Alexis shares her journey from New Jersey, where she grew up in a pro-life household, to her current activism efforts in Idaho. We dive into her experiences protesting, the challenges of starting a pro-life club on campus, and the importance of community support in the fight for life. Join us as we explore the intersection of faith, activism, and education in the pro-life movement. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more stories of faith, hope, and community! 👂 Tune in and be inspired! Social Media: Instagram ( / desertwandererspodcast ) Tiktok ( / desertwandererspodcast ) Chapters: (00:00) Desert Wanderers intro (01:27) Where did Alexis's Prolife Work Start (11:20) Your dad is a central part of your journey into the pro-life movement (12:52) Fatih and the prolife ministry (23:22) There is no pro-life club on Boise State University's campus (27:43) At Belmont Abbey, there was a program for pregnant college students (34:18) Women's health- Many people their age find out they have PCOS or endometriosis (35:43) Politically Charged topics about Abortion (37:07) Boise State is a pretty pro-life campus (40:51) The atmosphere at Boise State is welcoming when it comes to pro life issues (44:18) Do you guys do any type of fundraising or what to help put on your events (45:16) How does your club work with bringing in speakers? Um, it depends (47:38) You said that you worked with St. John's on some pro life initiatives (49:35) How do you stay up to date on political news on UA campus (50:56) Have you guys gotten connected with anyone at the Capitol here in Idaho (51:48) Have you worked at all with the Newman Center? Uh, and talking with people about your pro-life mission (55:48) One other thing I wanted to mention earlier, and I actually forgot (59:40) The pro-life group struggles with financial and recruitment issues (01:02:21) Ontario is right on the border between Idaho and Washington state (01:04:10) M. Wand: We're trying to get a group to go to Ontario
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    1 h et 8 min
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