United in Mission: One Heart and Mind
United in Mission: One Heart and Mind
Podcast Description
The Catholic Diocese of Saginaw launched the United in Mission: One Heart and Mind podcast in October of 2024, led by Communications Director John Gonzalez and Media Manager Tim Spear. The show highlights inspiring stories and initiatives, embodying the diocese’s call to be “A Diocese on Mission.” The spirit of the podcast is inspired Bishop Robert Gruss, who says "we must live with an unshakeable confidence in the Lordship of Jesus. He has a plan – a great plan – for us. ...We must become a Church on mission! We cannot continue to do what we have always done. We must become a Church with the same apostolic zeal, and of 'one heart and mind' as the disciples of the first century!"If you have ideas for shows or guests, please reach out to John Gonzalez at [email protected]. For videos of episodes go to saginaw.org/Podcasts. Learn about being "A Diocese on Mission" at saginaw.org/diocese-mission.
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Content Themes
The podcast emphasizes themes of faith, community engagement, and personal growth, incorporating specific topics such as the role of schools in faith formation, initiatives supporting vocations, and inspirational personal testimonies. Episodes include discussions on the Knights of Columbus' mission, the pilgrimage of hope in the Jubilee Year, and notable figures like Bishop Gruss delivering insight on nurturing spiritual growth in challenging times.
The Catholic Diocese of Saginaw launched the United in Mission: One Heart and Mind podcast in October of 2024, led by Communications Director John Gonzalez and Media Manager Tim Spear. The show highlights inspiring stories and initiatives, embodying the diocese’s call to be “A Diocese on Mission.” The spirit of the podcast is inspired Bishop Robert Gruss, who says “we must live with an unshakeable confidence in the Lordship of Jesus. He has a plan – a great plan – for us. …We must become a Church on mission! We cannot continue to do what we have always done. We must become a Church with the same apostolic zeal, and of ‘one heart and mind’ as the disciples of the first century!”
If you have ideas for shows or guests, please reach out to John Gonzalez at [email protected]. For videos of episodes go to saginaw.org/Podcasts. Learn about being “A Diocese on Mission” at saginaw.org/diocese-mission.
A local church was lost in a devastating fire. Let's continue to pray for and offer help to the suffering community of Faith Community Church in Reese.
In this week’s Diocese of Saginaw News Update, hear how parishioners and clergy are stepping up with compassion, prayer, and real support for those affected.
You’ll also find important opportunities coming up:
• A path to grow in your faith through lay ministry
• An evening of healing with Bishop Gruss
• Marriage prep and family-focused events
• A unique father-son pilgrimage experience
• The final Bible Museum Tour in Bay City
Watch the full update now to stay informed and see how God is working in our diocese:
https://saginaw.org/news/diocese-saginaw-news-update-march-26-2026-reese-fire-update-and-ministry-and-healing-events
Stay connected. Stay informed. And continue to pray for all those impacted.
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