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"From Age to Age" by SFXChurchNYC

"From Age to Age" by SFXChurchNYC

By: Church of St. Francis Xavier
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“From Age to Age” is an oral history podcast series highlighting personal faith journeys of parishioners at the Church of St. Francis Xavier in New York City.

The Oral History Project was conceived to preserve the unique history of this church by inviting long-time parishioners to share their personal stories with a newer generation, illustrating why this parish is distinctive, unique, and a very special place.

The Church of St. Francis Xavier is a Jesuit Apostolate in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York.Copyright Church of St. Francis Xavier Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
Episodes
  • Ep. 11: Sr. Mary and Catherine | From Age to Age - Oral History - Series 2

    Ep. 11: Sr. Mary and Catherine | From Age to Age - Oral History - Series 2
    Feb 5 2026
    Catherine, a parishioner of St. Francis Xavier since 2011, interviews Sr. Mary, a member of the Xavier community since 1980, about her life of faith, ministry, and service at the parish during a time of profound change in New York City. Sr. Mary reflects on her vocation as a Sister of Mercy, her early years of pastoral outreach at Xavier, and her deep involvement in ministries of presence, justice, and spiritual formation. She shares moving reflections on Xavier’s response to the AIDS crisis, the parish’s commitment to welcoming marginalized communities, and the significance of women’s leadership and preaching. Their conversation traces how Xavier has continually challenged and expanded faith—calling parishioners to authenticity, compassion, and action rooted in Gospel values.

    To access a transcript of this episode, or to learn more about the Church of St. Francis Xavier visit: https://sfxavier.org/from-age-to-age-an-oral-history-podcast/# This episode was recorded and edited by Cynthia Bastidas of Semillita Productions. Photography by Donald Kennedy. Cover illustrations by Greg Guiteras. Podcast introduction song is “Here I Am, Lord (I Come To Do Your Will),” music composed by Michael Ward and performed by the Music Ministry of the Church of St. Francis Xavier. All copyrighted music reproduced with permission of OneLicense copyright A-700530, rights reserved; music reprint license number 944. A special thanks to the staff of St. Francis Xavier and Father Ken Boller, SJ.
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    27 mins
  • Ep. 10: Grace, Andrea and Marjorie | From Age to Age - Oral History - Series 2

    Ep. 10: Grace, Andrea and Marjorie | From Age to Age - Oral History - Series 2
    Feb 3 2026
    Andrea, a parishioner of St. Francis Xavier since 2001, sits down with her daughter Grace and longtime parishioner Marjorie to reflect on faith, community, and belonging across three generations of Catholic women. Marjorie, a daily communicant for decades, shares how Xavier has anchored her spiritual life and sustained her through profound changes in the Chelsea neighborhood and the Church itself. Grace reflects on coming to Xavier as a child, growing through family faith formation, and now teaching younger children in the parish. Together, their conversation explores how Xavier has remained a spiritual home—shaping values, nurturing curiosity, and offering continuity, welcome, and hope across the seasons of life.

    To access a transcript of this episode, or to learn more about the Church of St. Francis Xavier visit: https://sfxavier.org/from-age-to-age-an-oral-history-podcast/# This episode was recorded and edited by Cynthia Bastidas of Semillita Productions. Photography by Donald Kennedy. Cover illustrations by Greg Guiteras. Podcast introduction song is “Here I Am, Lord (I Come To Do Your Will),” music composed by Michael Ward and performed by the Music Ministry of the Church of St. Francis Xavier. All copyrighted music reproduced with permission of OneLicense copyright A-700530, rights reserved; music reprint license number 944. A special thanks to the staff of St. Francis Xavier and Father Ken Boller, SJ.
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    28 mins
  • Ep. 9 - Aedan and Luz | From Age to Age - Oral History - Series 2

    Ep. 9 - Aedan and Luz | From Age to Age - Oral History - Series 2
    Jan 29 2026
    Aedan, a lifelong parishioner of St. Francis Xavier, interviews Luz, the parish’s longtime Director of Religious Education, about her journey of faith, vocation, and service at Xavier. Luz reflects on her path to New York City, her transition from computer science to professional dance, and the moments that led her to Xavier during a difficult period in her life. Together, they explore Luz’s deep involvement in family faith formation, youth ministry, RCIA, interfaith dialogue, and care for the homebound, as well as Aedan’s own experience growing up in the parish. Their conversation highlights how Xavier has shaped generations through welcome, creativity, and a strong sense of belonging.

    To access a transcript of this episode, or to learn more about the Church of St. Francis Xavier visit: https://sfxavier.org/from-age-to-age-an-oral-history-podcast/# This episode was recorded and edited by Cynthia Bastidas of Semillita Productions. Photography by Donald Kennedy. Cover illustrations by Greg Guiteras. Podcast introduction song is “Here I Am, Lord (I Come To Do Your Will),” music composed by Michael Ward and performed by the Music Ministry of the Church of St. Francis Xavier. All copyrighted music reproduced with permission of OneLicense copyright A-700530, rights reserved; music reprint license number 944. A special thanks to the staff of St. Francis Xavier and Father Ken Boller, SJ.
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    30 mins
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