The conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV the first American pope will likely be a "where were you when" memory for many Catholics, especially Americans and Viatorians. In this episode, we collect a few stories from the big day and invite your reflection and prayer for Pope Leo XIV as he approaches the first anniversary of this election as pope. (This episode debuted May 4, 2026.)

00:00 Introduction

01:50 Pre-Associate Patrick McGarry

03:03 Associate Dan Schwarz

05:04 Pre-Associate Joanne Andrews

06:32 Fr. John Eustice, CSV

07:44 Associate Dan Masterton

09:46 Fr. Charlie Bolser, CSV

11:46 Fr. Mark Francis, CSV

13:26 Conclusion

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This series exploring our global solidarity has helped demonstrate the amazing joy and vitality of our worldwide Viatorian Community. That joy is perhaps most evident as people from all around our worldwide community share their encouragement for those who might be considering Viatorian association or religious life. So, in this episode, we’re gathering this global chorus of encouragement in one place to show the rich tapestry of our charism and community life and spotlight the warm welcome people will find with us. While we did not get to do full English-language episodes with Japan, Peru, and Chile, their reflections are included here in this wrap-up episode. (This episode debuted on April 20, 2026.)

00:00 Introduction

01:31 Opening Reflection from Japan

03:13 Haiti

04:04 Colombia

04:52 Canada

05:44 Spain

06:39 Burkina Faso

07:43 Ivory Coast

08:31 Honduras

09:23 France

10:18 Chile (Spanish, then English)

12:10 Peru (Spanish, then English)

14:39 Japan

16:23 United States

17:46 Conclusion

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In this episode, we continue exploring our global Viatorian solidarity by connecting with the Province of France and Associate Claire Fayolle. Claire is a retired infant/child psychologist who has known the Viatorians from parish life in Oullins, just outside Lyon. She became an associate in 2020 and was a delegate for France to the General Assembly in 2025. The Venerable Louis Querbes was born and raised in Lyon, France, and became a priest of the archdiocese; it was during his ministry in Vourles that Fr. Querbes imagined and founded the Viatorians. In the almost 200 years since, our community has spread from France to ministry and community life in several countries around the world. (This episode debuted on April 7, 2026.)

00:00 Introduction

01:48 How Claire Became a Viatorian

03:34 Catholic Life in France

06:09 The French Viatorian Community

07:48 Living the Charism in Ecology and Immigration Justice

11:07 Faithful and Welcoming Community Life

13:24 Conclusion

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