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The Journey Hosted By Jude Hennessy Podcasts
On The Journey This Week: Bishop Tony Percy reflects on all three readings. Firstly, the importance of petitionary prayer and secondly, all scripture is God breathing. Mother Hilda reminds us that when we spend time with God, we too become like Him. Plus, Mark Raue on Mission Sunday, and Jude Hennessy talks to Tanya Rimac about the 2025 Alpha Confe…
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Week 637–Gospel Reflection–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–God Breathing
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8:01Bishop Tony Percy reflects on all three readings. Firstly, the importance of petitionary prayer, bringing our needs and the needs of others before God with faith and secondly, all scripture is God breathing, a powerful image of divine life being breathed into usBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 637–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–The Miracle That Is God
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2:37Mother Hilda reminds us that when we spend time with God and reflect His mercy, kindness, and wisdom in our lives, we too become like Him and thus becoming His presence in the world—bringing the miracle of God to othersBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 637–Hearts on Fire Feet on the Move–Mark Raue–Missionaries of Hope Among all Peoples
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3:38Mark Raue says this year’s World Mission theme “Missionaries of Hope Among all Peoples,” reminds Christians of their call to bring Christ’s hope to the world. Catholic Mission in Australia is focusing on Zambia’s rural Mpika DioceseBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 637–Alpha 2025 Conference–Jude Hennessy & Tanya Rimac
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7:29Jude Hennessy talks to Tanya Rimac about the 2025 Alpha Conference. Tanya explains the theme “The Way of Hope” as well as the suite of tools available through Alpha Australia to help build parish communities. Registration for the conference is only open for a few more daysBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 637–Alpha in Parishes–Jude Hennessy & Tanya Rimac
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6:37Jude Hennessy talks to Tanya Rimac about the growing interest in Alpha by both parishes and schools. There is a growing tend of people wanting to return to a local church community and Tanya explains how Alpha helps people transition back into a spiritual lifeBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 636–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–Why Have You Abandoned Me
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2:20Mother Hilda shares the story of a grieving mother who had lost her two-year-old son and felt abandoned by God. The passage, “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?” was a message she realized God was acknowledging her pain and telling her that He had been present through her sufferingBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 636–Smart Loving–Byron & Francine Pirola–On A Mission To Love
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2:18Byron & Francine Pirola say that just as consistent practice in sport builds skill, enjoyment, and resilience, investing time and energy in marriage strengthens love and creates a cycle of reinforced positive action.By The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 636–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Usurpers and Insurrectionists
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8:11Bishop Tony Percy reflects on early Christian history when Christians were wrongly seen as usurpers and insurrectionists. The earliest external evidence we have of Christian practice comes from a letter from Pliny, a governor in what is now modern-day Turkey, to the Emperor Trajan (AD 110) which tells us about ourselves…
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Week 636–God in the Everyday–Fr Mike Delaney–Kill the Spider
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3:32Fr Mike Delaney tells the story of a preacher who, after repeatedly praying for a woman to be freed from her sins over three nights, finally told her he wouldn't pray to remove the "cobwebs" but to "kill the spider" - addressing the root cause rather than just the symptoms of her spiritual strugglesBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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On The Journey This Week: Fr Mark De Battista says that Jesus welcomes all people who come to Him in faith, regardless of background or belief. Mother Hilda shares the story of a grieving mother who felt abandoned by God. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Byron & Francine Pirola and Fr Mike DelaneyBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 636–Gospel Reflection–Fr Mark De Battista–It’s All About Faith
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2:49Fr Mark De Battista says this Gospel emphasizes that Jesus welcomes all people who come to Him in faith, regardless of background or belief. God’s power is not limited by nationality, background, or statusBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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On The Journey This Week: Fr Rob Galea says that God only asks for a small "mustard seed" of faith. Mother Hilda says we too easily divide the world into "goodies and baddies," while God has the capacity to love and grieve for all people, including those who cause us harm. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy and Deacon Josh Clayton…
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Week 635–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Naturally Hesitant
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7:49Bishop Tony Percy reflects on Paul’s letter to Timothy; a naturally hesitant young bishop it seemsBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 635–Gospel Reflection–Fr Rob Galea–Mustard Seed Faith
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2:07Fr Rob Galea says that God only asks for a small "mustard seed" of faith—a willingness to trust Him even without full understanding. In surrendering our little faith, God can transform it into something beautiful, so believers are encouraged not to despair but to bring their doubts honestly to JesusBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 635–The Bush Deacon–Deacon Josh Clayton–Lectionary
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3:05Deacon Josh Clayton says the lectionary is an ecumenical resource used by many churches that provides a three-year cycle for reading the Bible ensuring congregations encounter the full scope of Scripture in a systematic and comprehensive wayBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 635–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–They Are My Children Too
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2:08Mother Hilda says we too easily divide the world into "goodies and baddies," while God has the capacity to love and grieve for all people, including those who cause us harm.By The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 635–Milk & Honey–Trish McCarthy–Simplicity and Flow
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1:37Trish McCarthy shares a philosophy centred on simplicity and creating flow through intentional letting go - whether it's replacing physical possessions or releasing emotional burdens like resentment or guiltBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 634–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Comfort-Zone
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8:32Bishop Tony Percy says both the 1st Reading from the Prophet Amos and the Gospel of Luke challenge the comfort-zone around wealth creation and just distribution. How far can Jesus push me? One thing is sure; it is always one step further than my comfort-zone. Just one step furtherBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 634–Habits for Disciples–Peter Abela–Deliberate Choices
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3:32Peter Abela reflects on the importance of making intentional choices about how we spend our time. This challenge reshaped their family life into one more centred on intentional living, making deliberate choices with their time, investing it in God, family, and service, rather than letting it be passively consumed…
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Week 634–Gospel Reflection–Fr Joshua Whicker MGL–Enough
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2:49Fr Joshua Whicker MGL says that we often cling to good things out of fear of missing out, without caring if others go without. In life, this same fear can drive us to cling to material possessions, leaving little room for Jesus or for others in needBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 634–Milk & Honey–Trish McCarthy–Masculine and Feminine Energy
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2:16Trish McCarthy says each of us is created in the image of God, carrying both masculine and feminine energy, and living authentically means honouring and balancing both.By The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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On The Journey This Week: Fr Joshua Whicker MGL says that we often cling to good things out of fear of missing out, without caring if others go without. Mother Hilda says we have all experienced William Arthur Dunkerley’s quote that “Love ever lives, and while it lives, it gives. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy and Peter Abela…
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Week 634–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–Love Gives
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2:29Mother Hilda says William Arthur Dunkerley’s quote that “Love ever lives, and while it lives, it gives, for that's love's prerogative, to give and give and give” is something that we have all witnessed.By The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 633–Hearts on Fire Feet on the Move–Mark Raue–Humour
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4:31Mark Raue says humour is a natural and essential part of human life, helping us find light even in difficult moments and fostering connection through shared laughter. The wisdom of Ecclesiastes and the fullness of human experience suggest that laughter, alongside sorrow, is a gift from God that enriches life and heals the soul…
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On The Journey This Week: Fr James McCarthy says in the 2nd reading, St Paul urges Christians to pray for everyone so that we may live reverent and peaceful lives. Mother Hilda’s story of breaking a cane illustrates the truth that suffering, if not transformed, is often transmitted onto others. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Pete Gilmore and Mark Raue…
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Week 633–Gospel Reflection–Fr James McCarthy–Prayerful Respect
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3:55Fr James McCarthy says in the 2nd reading, St Paul urges Christians to pray for everyone, especially those in authority, so that we may live reverent and peaceful lives, even when leaders are unjust or hostile.By The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 633–Living the Gospel–Pete Gilmore–Finding the 99
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2:14Pete Gilmore says that in Luke’s Gospel, Jesus’ parables, especially the lost sheep, show how deeply God values each person and how far He will go to seek the lost. Like the parable of the talents, now is not the time to bury what we’ve been given in fear, but to risk sharing the good news that can bring light to the many who are lost…
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Week 633–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–Breaking the Cane
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2:20Mother Hilda tells a story of African schoolchildren who transformed their teacher's intimidating cane into musical instruments when he was absent, turning a symbol of fear into one of creativity and unity. The tale illustrates the truth that suffering, if not transformed, is often transmitted onto others…
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Bishop Tony Percy asks: What do we value more – friendship or money?By The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 632–God in the Everyday–Fr Mike Delaney–Simply Looking
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3:05Fr Mike Delaney reflects on his daily prayer routine in the church, where the beauty of the natural view outside is often admired, but he comes to see the true gift as the presence of God’s faithful people gathered inside, reminding us that if we love others, we will see the face of God in themBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 632–Gospel Reflection–Fr John Corrigan–Eternal Reach
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2:59Fr John Corrigan says the Exaltation of the Holy Cross reminds us that Christ’s suffering embraces our own—our pain, regrets, and sorrows unite us with Him on the crossBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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On The Journey This Week: Fr John Corrigan says the Exaltation of the Holy Cross reminds us that Christ’s suffering embraces our own. Mother Hilda’s story of building Calvary in our heart. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Fr Dave Callaghan MGL, and Fr Mike DelaneyBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 632–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–Calvary in Our Hearts
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2:04Mother Hilda recounts the story of a French saint from around the 1700s encouraged disadvantaged peasants to build a Calvary in their hearts — one that could never be destroyed. We too are invited to carry this inner Calvary, where forgiveness and salvation dwell, and entrust our hardships to the Father’s love…
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Week 632–The Call–Fr Dave Callaghan MGL–Following Christ to the Cross
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1:38Fr Dave Callaghan MGL says that true Christianity challenges Christians to consider whether true discipleship requires being prepared to die for Christ, as many believers around the world already face this reality dailyBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 632–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Death Dies
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7:04Bishop Tony Percy says death enters the world because of sin, but as the early believers loved to say: Death has been put to death by death. Christ’s death is utterly unique. He dies a death to sin. We enter that death through our baptism, and we experience his resurrection, tooBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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On The Journey This Week: Fr Josh Whitehead says the gospel passage is not about rejecting relationships but about prioritising Jesus above all else in our lives. Mother Hilda says when we pray or speak to God, God hears the "full orchestra" of our entire life experience. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Trish McCarthy, and Byron & Francine Pirola.…
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Week 631–Smart Loving–Byron & Francine Pirola– Avoiding Accumulated Hurts
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1:52Byron & Francine Pirola have tips on avoiding accumulated hurts. Small, daily hurts in relationships can accumulate over time to cause significant emotional damage. By quickly apologising and repairing even the smallest injuries, we prevent resentment from growing and instead strengthen connection and closeness…
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Week 631–Gospel Reflection–Fr Joshua Whitehead–Priorities
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3:04Fr Josh Whitehead says the gospel passage is not about rejecting relationships but about prioritising Jesus above all else in our lives, placing him before our work, possessions, pride, and even family, not out of rejection but out of loveBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 631–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–Rummy Cub
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2:28Mother Hilda says when we pray or speak to God, God hears the "full orchestra" of our entire life experience, history, and heart behind every word, treasuring it all as a beautiful and unique song of loveBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 631–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Brutality? Mortification?
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7:02Bishop Tony Percy says the Gospel reading from Luke is challenging. Helpfully, Jesus gives us two images to help process his words: One image of building; one of defending. So, the point of denying ourselves and carrying our cross is both to construct our spiritual lives, and to defend them against the assaults of the devil…
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Week 631–Milk & Honey–Trish McCarthy– Filling in the Gaps
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1:45Trish McCarthy says that often we fill in the gaps of missing information ourselves without going to the source for accurate information, by not asking the right questions we sell ourselves short. Similarly with God, we are selling ourselves short by not going to the source of accurate information – His Word…
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On The Journey This Week: Fr Rob Galea says humility is not about putting ourselves down, but about seeing ourselves as God sees us. Mother Hilda reflects on how God meets us in our weakness and shame, offering forgiveness and a new start. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, and Fr Greg Jacobs SJBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 630–Gospel Reflection–Fr Rob Galea–Humility
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2:53Fr Rob Galea says humility is not about putting ourselves down, but about seeing ourselves as God sees us—with love, dignity, and great potential. It means recognising that the strength and victories in our lives are sustained by GodBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 630–Wisdom from the Abbey–Mother Hilda–Tell Him To Come Home
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2:21Mother Hilda reflects on how God meets us in our weakness and shame, offering forgiveness and a new start when we simply lift our hearts toward Him.By The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 630–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy– Sensual and Spiritual Joys
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8:03Bishop Tony Percy continues Chapter 12 of the Letter to the Hebrews, explaining that spiritual joys are deeper than sensual joys. A person of faith will appreciate these joys but also be moved to enjoy the rich myriads of spiritual joys that are on offer in and through the spiritual lifeBy The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 630–Social Justice Sunday 2025–Fr Greg Jacobs SJ
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16:44On Social Justice Sunday Fr Greg Jacobs SJ speaks on this year’s theme “Signs of Hope on the Edge, Serving Homeless People with Mental Ill-Health.” We’re called to recognise Christ in them and must be willing to get “bruised and dirty” in authentic service, not confined to comfort or security, to notice, listen, and love those who are homeless or m…
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On The Journey This Week: Fr Noel Custodio says this gospel is intentionally confronting, as Jesus urges us to enter by the narrow door. Mother Hilda says that just as we say, “my God,” God is at the same time whispering our names, claiming us as His own beloved. Plus, Bishop Tony Percy, Fr Mike Delaney, and Christy Honeysett.…
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Week 629–Gospel Reflection–Fr Noel Custodio–Agónizomai
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2:52Fr Noel Custodio says this gospel is intentionally confronting, as Jesus urges us to enter by the narrow door, reminding us that salvation requires effort, discipline, and perseverance.By The Journey hosted by Jude Hennessy
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Week 629–The Word–Bishop Tony Percy–Maturity
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7:54Bishop Tony Percy says the letter to the Hebrews highlights three images in Chapter 12 that illustrate the Christian life. This week’s focus is on the image, growth through the discipline of a loving Father, where God, like a good parent, lovingly disciplines His children to form them in virtue and maturity, guiding them toward true character shape…
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