The Blessed Monstrance Tour: Fostering Vocations Through Prayer

Welcome to another episode of the "JP2 Morning Crew" on JP2 Catholic Radio! In today's show, hosts Brandon Clark and Eddie Madueno discuss the significance of prayer, devotion, and fostering vocations with special guests Diana Pacheco and Valerie Cavazos.

Introduction and Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary: Eddie shares his devotion to the Rosary, highlighting the feast day of the Queenship of Mary and inviting listeners to pray the Rosary regularly.

Meet Our Guests: Diana Pacheco and Valerie Cavazos from the Serra Club join the show. They discuss their efforts in promoting religious vocations and supporting priests, inspired by their patron, St. Junipero Serra, the Apostle of California.

The Blessed Monstrance Tour: Diana and Valerie introduce a special monstrance, blessed by Pope St. John Paul II, currently touring parishes in the San Diego Diocese to encourage prayers for vocations. They explain the history of this monstrance, its significance, and the blessings it brings.

Fostering Vocations: The guests discuss the importance of fostering religious vocations in the modern world, the impact of adoration, and the unique opportunity for the faithful to engage in prayer before this holy relic.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities: Information on the monstrance's tour schedule, including stops in Oceanside, Escondido, Mission, and more, allowing listeners to participate in this special time of adoration and prayer.

Closing Thoughts: Diana and Valerie encourage everyone to embrace this chance to deepen their faith and support the mission of promoting vocations. Eddie and Brandon express their excitement about the upcoming events and invite listeners to join in prayer.

Don't miss the next episode, where we'll hear from Mark Anderson about his work at Saint Patrick's Church Soup Kitchen and his involvement in other parish ministries.