Though most of us are accustomed to the familiar presence of our priest, many of us are unaware of what it takes to become one.  There are many ways to become a priest, whether it be through a Diocese or an Order.  In this episode, we explore the rigorous process involved with joining the Jesuits.  Fr. Cochran and Jonathan Choe join Nicholas to show us a glimpse into the holy experience of becoming a Jesuit priest ..read more

RCIA is the most common way for a person to become Catholic.  But it is far more than just classes to attend.  Fr. Hightower, Erin Turner, and Jon Turner join Nicholas to take a look at this beautiful and meaningful process ..read more

A yearly staple here at St. Francis Xavier Parish, the Novenas of Grace are a special type of prayer.  It is a Catholic tradition to have some prayers that extend days, weeks, or months at a time.  The focus here is one a central theme and, as these particular Novenas imply, that theme is grace.  Join Nicholas as we sit down with our Director of Spirituality Luke Larson to explore the deeper meanings of this upcoming time of reflection and prayer ..read more

Lent is an introspective time of year.  During this season, we are asked to look within and acknowledge where we fall short of our spiritual goals.  However, there is more to Lent than meets the eye.  This season of penance is also a call to great rejoicing.  Join Fr. Hightower and Nicholas Brouillard as we delve into the foundations of this sacred time of year ..read more

A Mass can be called successful if it brings the congregation to a prayerful state and a feeling of being closer to God.  But it takes far more than just ritual to accomplish this.  Liturgy is everything that goes into making this goal possible, all the way down to the most minute details.  Father Paul Cochran joins us to explore the traditional roots of our liturgy.  Then, Erin Turner and Heidi Martin breakdown some of the most important parts of this process, giving us a glimpse into the hidden workings of Mass ..read more

Within the orders of the Catholic Church there are those tasked with specific roles.  Everyone has their talents and it is of paramount importance to fit people where those talents serve best.  Among fellow Jesuits, this task is one of those delegated to a Provincial.  Join Father Hightower, Nicholas Brouillard, and the Provincial of Jesuits West Father Sean Carrol as we find the answer to our question: what is a provincial ..read more

For Catholics, Christmas is a time of sacred rituals and honored traditions.  As long as we can remember, we have been celebrating this holiday with joy.  But what is the deeper meaning here?  How does this season fit into Catholic theology, and how did these traditions and rituals come about?  Join Fr. Paul Cochran and Nicholas as we delve into this precious time when we celebrate light returning to the world ..read more

Advent holds a special place in the hearts of many around the world, and there are many traditions associated with this season of anticipation.  These traditions evolved over the years from mutual association and doctrinal evolution.  Join Father Hightower, Father Cochran, and Nicholas as we begin this most wonderful time of the year with an exploration of its origins ..read more

An introductory episode where the creators of this podcast outline their goals, ambitions, and focal points for the show.  Get to know the people behind VOX SFX as we prepare to enter into this adventure with you. With Colin McCormack, Father Craig Hightower, Father Paul Cochran, and Nicholas Brouillard Music played by Lydia Schmidt ..read more

The Joyful Mysteries Prayed on Monday and Saturday Readers: Heidi Martin, Deb Johnson, Marc Tschida, Nicholas Brouillard Music by Heidi Martin  ..read more