Hope In Suffering: Father Stu's Legacy (ENCORE)
Journeys of Hope | a Pilgrim Center of Hope podcast
Step into the world of Father Stu, a man whose journey from boxer to Catholic priest inspired a Hollywood film and continues to offer hope to those facing life's hardest battles. Join Mary Jane Fox and Father Bart Tolleson as they delve into Father Stu's real-life struggles and triumphs, revealing how his unwavering faith and humor in the face of a debilitating muscle disorder can light our way through the darkness. On today's journey, we will: * Learn about the Real Father Stu from one of his close friends. * What was life like for Father Stu after the credits rolled, as a Catholic priest in ministry? * How can Father Stu's life give us all hope in the midst of suffering, especially when we may feel far from God? Click here to purchase That Was Father Stu: A Memoir of My Priestly Brother and Friend, by Fr. Bart Tolleson Explore now: Guest information, additional photos of Father Stu's life, and details on how to hear Fr. Bart speak live as the keynote speaker at the 2025 Rejoice in Hope Event in San Antonio, TX! Jewel for the Journey: "We shouldn't pray for an easy life, but the strength to endure a difficult one." – Fr. Stuart Long Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate Image of Fr. Bart Tolleson Attribution: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Helena. All rights reserved.