Share the Journey

Share the Journey is a benefit concert performed live from Bellarmine Chapel at Xavier University!

In 2018, music producer, composer, and musician Bobby Fisher, along with other musicians, looked for ways to make a difference; but what could a small group of individuals do? What do musicians do? They make music! Through the joint efforts of Bobby Fisher, Bellarmine Chapel, and the music ministry of the Pierson-Young Project, Share the Journey: A Concert for Compassion was born. The partners created the event in 2018 as a benefit concert inviting local musicians to donate their talents to raise money for organizations that serve immigrants and their families. Thanks to the support of performers, ticket sales, and donors, the concerts have raised over $50,000. As Share the Journey: A Concert for Compassion enters its 7th year, the principles connected to the original Share the Journey campaign launched by Pope Francis in 2017, are more relevant than ever.

This year’s Share the Journey concert was on Saturday, September 28! Thank you to all who made it possible.

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Organizations We Supported in 2024

Jesuit Refugee Service: Inspired by the generous love and example of Jesus Christ, the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is an international Catholic organization with a mission to accompany, serve, and advocate on behalf of refugees and other forcibly displaced persons, so that they may heal, learn, and determine their own future.
Catholic Charities of Southwestern Ohio: For more than 100 years, Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio has served local families and changed lives in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Their mission is enabled by the generosity of donors and volunteers to serve and bring hope to more than 10,000 people each year.
Casa de Paz: The mission of Casa de Paz is to extend a safe space to Latina women and their families, connecting, guiding and supporting them unconditionally, without judgment and with inclusion and confidentiality, in order to facilitate their transformation. Casa de Paz provides community support for Latina women recovering from trauma in Cincinnati.
Kino Border Initiative: The Kino Border Initiative (KBI) is a binational, inclusive Roman Catholic organization, inspired by the spirituality of the Jesuits and Missionaries of the Eucharist. Their mission is to promote humane, just and workable migration through humanitarian assistance, education, and policy advocacy.

Featured Artists

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Julie O’Neill is a speaker, author, former news anchor, and proud mother of two plus dog Blue! Her dynamic personality has entertained since her first stint in live television at age 6 on the “O’Neill Family Christmas Show.” Her work in TV news has been seen on ABC, CBS, CNN, and local stations across the country, and included interviews with a president, a saint, and CEOs of multi-billion dollar companies.

Jesse Manibusan is a singer, songwriter, catechist, storyteller, humorist and evangelizer. Well recognized throughout the country as a dynamic speaker and musician, Jesse shares from his heart the love of Christ and the call to live out our baptism in every aspect of life. He holds a master’s in multicultural ministries from the Franciscan School of Theology in Berkeley, California. The beloved anthem “Open My Eyes,” from his third album, Power of Peace, appears in Catholic and Protestant hymnals around the world and has been translated into many languages. Jesse currently resides in Alameda, California, and is a volunteer at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Oakland.

Jill and Bobby (Jill Denton and Bobby Fisher) are an exceptional duo who first met and joined forces as members of the progressive bluegrass band, the Smyth Brothers, followedby the much loved country rock band, Coyote. Coyote was featured on an episode of “Rock Around the Block,” a live simulcast concert on CET and WEBN. After Coyote they continued to perform for many years as Jill and Bobby. Theirs’ is a chemistry that creates a unique energy in their music and a confidence that only comes from years of playing together. Jill’s powerful and beautiful voice along with Bobby’s dynamic guitar skills and vocal harmonies combine for an exciting blend and crowd-pleasing sound.

The Pierson-Young Project (Greg Pierson and Steve Young) combines over 60 years of experience in musical performances and ministry. Incorporating lessons from their own spiritual journeys with song and scripture, they create an experience of being in the presence of God. The Pierson-Young Project (PYP) uses original music, drama, dance, Scripture, and personal sharing to create a space for reflection and challenge in today’s world.

Michael Johnathon is an American folk singer-songwriter, producer, author, and playwright. He has released 20 albums, published 5 books, a play, composed an opera, performs with symphony orchestras and in coffee houses, completed a motion picture script, created three volunteer organizations and tours nationwide.