To communicate our mission to the parishioners of Mary Queen through stories and testimonies of fellow Mary Queen parishioners. Receive Gods Love, Proclaim the Greatness of the Lord, Serve Joyfully, and Make Missionary Disciples of Jesus Christ. mqhr.org
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The Unleash the Gospel Pastoral Letter set the Archdiocese of Detroit boldly on a mission to transform joyful missionary disciples in southeast Michigan. Open Door Policy is a vessel for these disciples to share their experiences and bear witness to the life-changing power of Christ. The name of the podcast, Open Door Policy, is a tribute to Blessed Solanus Casey, God’s doorkeeper, and it reflects on our need to let people walk into our lives and tell us their experience of God. Join hosts E ...
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Whether you are a missionary, pastor, church staff member or other Christian leader, this podcast aims to motivate and encourage you to keep fighting and to remind you that a life on mission with God is the only life worth living. From interviews with missionaries and other Christian leaders to seeking courage from music and literature, we must have the same mind as that of Christ Jesus "who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross."
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James Nelson’s Battle with Demons and Finding Peace in Catholicism
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James Nelson shares his heartfelt journey from a life filled with materialism and addiction to finding peace and transformation through the Catholic faith. James recounts his initial skepticism and atheism, his supernatural encounters with malevolent forces, and how a Christmas Midnight Mass catalyzed his spiritual awakening. He details his inquiry…
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 9: Joyful Mysteries
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The Annunciation The Visitation The Birth of Jesus The Presentation The Finding of the Child JesusBởi Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 8: Glorious Mysteries
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The Resurrection The Ascension The Descent of the Holy Spirit The Assumption of Mary The Coronation of the Blessed MotherBởi Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 7: Joyful Mysteries
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The Annunciation The Visitation The Birth of Jesus [The Nativity] The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple Finding Jesus in the TempleBởi Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 6: Sorrowful Mysteries
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Pray the Sorrowful Mysteries with us: The Agony in the Garden The Scourging at the Pillar The Crowning with Thorns The Carrying of the Cross The Crucifixion and DeathBởi Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 5: Luminous Mysteries
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Recorded at the Mary Queen School Full School Rosary on September 26, 2024 The First Luminous Mystery: The Baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan The Second Luminous Mystery: The Wedding Feast at Cana The Third Luminous Mystery: The Proclamation of the Kingdom The Fourth Luminous Mystery: The Transfiguration The Fifth Luminous Mystery: The Institutio…
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 4: Glorious Mysteries
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Pray the Glorious Mysteries with us. The Resurrection of Jesus The Ascension of Jesus into Heaven The Descent of the Holy Spirit The Assumption Coronation of MaryBởi Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 3: Sorrowful Mysteries
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Pray the Sorrowful Mysteries with us: The Agony in the Garden The Scourging at the Pillar The Crowning with Thorns The Carrying of the Cross The Crucifixion and DeathBởi Mary Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 2: Joyful Mysteries
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Pray the Joyful Mysteries with us as we reflect on our Parish Mission. "Receive God's Love, Proclaim the Greatness of the Lord, Serve Joyfully, & Make Missionary Disciples of Jesus Christ." The Annunciation The Visitation The Birth of Jesus [The Nativity] The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple Finding Jesus in the Temple…
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Parish Rosary Novena Day 1: Glorious Mysteries
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Pray the Glorious Mysteries with us as we reflect on our Parish Mission. "Receive God's Love, Proclaim the Greatness of the Lord, Serve Joyfully, & Make Missionary Disciples of Jesus Christ." The Glorious Mysteries: The Resurrection of Jesus The Ascension of Jesus into Heaven The Descent of the Holy Spirit The Assumption Coronation of Mary…
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Building a Stronger Parish Through Volunteer Efforts feat. Martha Casher
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In this episode, Jennifer Longworth talks with Martha Casher, one of our incredible volunteers, who shares her inspiring journey of service and community involvement. 🎧 Listen in as we explore Martha's experiences, from growing up in a church-centric family to making significant contributions at Mary Queen. Here are three key takeaways from our con…
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How Mary Queen's Capital Campaign Aims to Eliminate Debt and Build a Chapel
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Today we're diving into the heart of our parish's latest endeavor: the Together in Christ Capital Campaign. Joining us is Robert Twist, a key leader in this transformative initiative. In this episode, Rob shares the inspiration behind the campaign, its progress, and its $4 million goal aimed at eliminating debt and funding vital projects like a new…
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Introducing Father Michael Flanagan: Perseverance in Pursuing the Priesthood
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Fr. Michael shares his personal journey to the priesthood, from his Catholic upbringing in Pennsylvania to eventually being ordained after facing some challenges along the way. He discusses his experiences serving in various parishes and leadership roles in Kentucky. Fr. Michael also touches on his involvement in healing ministry. He expresses exci…
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Little Mountain Coffee: Brewing Hope for Guatemalan Children
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Jim Fritz, Judy Cornett, and Kabby Akers explore the incredible journey and mission behind the Little Mountain School in Guatemala. Join us as we delve into the origins and growth of this life-changing educational initiative, which began in 2015 with the vision of Father Miguel and Forest Day. Learn how this small project has blossomed into a bustl…
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Enriching Catholic Marriages: Mike Allen Discusses Grace Marriage
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In this episode of Mary Queen Stories, host Jennifer Longworth chats with Mike Allen, a Mary Queen parishioner and the director of family life and evangelization for the Diocese of Lexington. Mike explains his role in supporting parish ministries, particularly focusing on fostering stronger marriages through programs like Grace Marriage. He details…
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Sustainable Faith: Peggy Gabriel Talks Laudato Si and Care of Creation
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Peggy Gabriel is a passionate member of our parish's Care of Creation Committee and the co-chair of the Laudato Si Commission for the Diocese of Lexington, and she brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to our discussion. In this episode, we explore the foundational principles of the Laudato Si encyclical, authored by Pope Francis and dedicate…
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Creating Change with BUILD: Kabby Akers Discusses Justice Ministry
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Kabby Akers, who has been a dedicated parishioner since 1980, is deeply involved in the Justice Ministry at Mary Queen and plays a pivotal role in BUILD (Building a United Interfaith Lexington through Direct-Action). In this episode, Kabby takes us through the impactful work of BUILD, an organization made up of 26 diverse congregations working toge…
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Journey to Faith: Cara Johnson on Becoming and Helping New Catholics
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Cara Johnson, Formation Coordinator at MQHR, discusses her role, which involves coordinating various adult formation programs, retreats, Bible studies, and working with the Hispanic community. She shares her journey of deepening her faith and becoming more involved in the church, emphasizing her bilingual skills and experience with the RCIA (now OC…
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In this interview with Lisa, we get to hear her heart for people and the perseverance that she and her husband have had in the more than two decades of life and experience. Despite the trials, suffering and persecution, Lisa and her husband have only grown in their love for the lost and in their desire to "be the presence of Jesus, proclaim the mes…
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Have you ever thought that a commitment to having fun or creating an environment where people can enjoy themselves is a great model for ministering to others? Do you feel the freedom to fail and see it as a valuable way to grow? Is suffering your constant companion? If so, this episode is for you! Warren Janzen, the International Director of SEND I…
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Bonus Episode: The Impact of Catholic Schools
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The role of Catholic schools in unleashing the Gospel must not be underestimated. Archbishop Vigneron writes that, “Our catholic schools must be training grounds for future saints.” It’s these training grounds where countless young people are invited to encounter Jesus, grapple with the tough questions, and grow into a wholehearted Christian worldv…
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Loss, as painful as it can be, is something we all will face in this life. And being thrust into a season of grieving can be disorienting and overwhelming. Yet, our faith in Jesus and his resurrection always gives us a reason to remain hopeful. In this episode, hear from three courageous women who have suffered tremendous loss yet, through it all, …
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Bonus Episode: Called to Serve our Parish Communities
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Join Open Door Policy as we revisit the inspiring stories of guests who have responded to the call to share their gifts in service of their parish communities. Our spiritual homes at our parishes are supposed to be founded upon prayer and a culture of encounter with Jesus. Listen as your peers share how God is unleashing the Gospel through them by …
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Bonus Episode: The Journey of Discernment
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The process of discernment is oriented towards the life that God created you for—a life of holiness, and authentic happiness! In this episode, hear from joyful missionary disciples whose lives have been marked and changed forever through a process of discernment, and allow their witnesses to inspire you and the way you live according to God’s missi…
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Bonus Episode: The Impact of Grandparents
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In this Open Door Policy mini-sode, we revisit some of the conversations with two of our guests who recognize and celebrate the importance of their grandparents on their paths to becoming joyful missionary disciples. Take a listen! (00:00 - 02:10) We introduce this episode’s topic, by highlighting the importance of grandparents in the life of Jesus…
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Bonus Episode: Confession, a Tenderizer of Hearts
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In this bonus episode, hear from some of our guests from our most recent Open Door Policy season, as they share about their experiences of Confession, how they handle the nerves that can accompany seeking the sacrament, and their desire to share the goodness of it with others. In this episode, you’ll hear great anecdotes from our guests and our co-…
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Bonus Episode: Love For the Eucharist
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In the inaugural edition of Open Door Policy “mini-sodes,” listen to some of our favorite moments from past shows, where guests share why they love the Eucharist and how it has changed their lives. Hear how Sr. Maria Veritas encounters Jesus as her spouse daily, in the Blessed Sacrament, how Melissa Florian’s desires that fueled addiction were tran…
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Episode 88: Emily Mentock and Fr. Patrick Gonyeau
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“It’s like sitting in God’s living room.” This episode of Open Door Policy is a season finale! Join hosts Emily Mentock and Fr. Patrick Gonyeau as they share their highlights from the previous season. Together they marvel at how God is alive and active in the life of each guest who has joined them. From storytelling to music, from mental health str…
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Hosts Emily Mentock and Fr. Patrick Gonyeau welcome Deacon Fred Billotto, who has been propelled into service of the Gospel by a great love for the laity and docility to the Holy Spirit. Listen in as Dcn. Fred shares about his discernment to become a permanent deacon, the impact of investing in his parish community, the role of scripture in his lif…
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Episode 86: Sr. Mary Martha and Sr. Maria Veritas
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This episode of Open Door Policy is overflowing with consecrated love for Jesus in the Eucharist. Two members of the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, Sr. Mary Martha and Sr. Maria Veritas share insight into how they have encountered the Lord, grown to serve the Lord as brides of Christ, and witness to God’s love through their ser…
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Open Door Policy brings you the inspiring testimony of a young Catholic missionary serving in the Archdiocese of Detroit. Anna Picasso serves as a Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) missionary at Wayne State University, and surrounding campuses. Anna shares her story of growing up Catholic, but falling away from the faith in high sc…
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In this episode of Open Door Policy, Dr. Marlon De La Torre, the Archdiocese of Detroit’s Director of Evangelization and Missionary Discipleship, shares his story – one that, at times, might sound like the words from a great audiobook. Listen as he describes his journey from a culturally Catholic youth, to an adventurous and faithful disciple, foll…
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This episode of Open Door Policy is a generous taste of modern Irish Catholicism. Eileen Newell joins hosts Emily Mentock and Fr. Patrick Gonyeau in this discussion of Eileen's walk with the Lord. Her upbringing, the witness of her parents’ faith, and a trip to El Salvador helped her answer the big questions of life that she encountered in college.…
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Elizabeth Spencer joins Fr. Patrick and Emily in the virtual studio, where she shares how her experience of encountering Jesus in a personal way as a college student led to her career dedicated to ministry in youth and family faith formation. (0:35) Fr. Patrick opens by asking Emily about her highlights from her recent trip to Rome, where she repre…
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Emily and Fr. Patrick welcome Alex Lynch to the podcast, and she reflects on her journey as a joyful missionary disciple as she has cultivated faith and community in her family and ministry involvement in her parish. (1:05) Emily reflects on her two-year anniversary working with the Archdiocese of Detroit. Fr. Patrick asks her what her favorite mem…
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Emily and Fr. Patrick welcome Bishop Donald Hanchon, who shares the story of his journey through the priesthood and how his many years serving minority communities in Detroit have formed him as a joyful missionary disciple with a heart for God’s people. (0:55) Fr. Patrick and Emily discuss what they are excited about and grateful for in the liturgi…
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Emily and Fr. Patrick welcome guest Josh Ross, worship leader and music director at St. Anastasia parish. Josh shares his story of how God has worked in his life through his pursuit of a vocation in music and the power of music as worship to transform the communal Church. (0:45) Fr. Patrick and Emily discuss what they are grateful for during this T…
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Father Patrick and Emily speak to guest Father David Pellican about his journey as a joyful missionary disciple, from his childhood growing up with seven sisters in rural Michigan raising pigs, to his call to the priesthood, to his current work of bringing students at Divine Child Schools into encounters with Christ. (0:25) Fr. Patrick and Emily op…
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Sheila Breen joins Emily and Fr. Patrick to share her story of growth throughout her faith journey. She reflects on how her husband Deacon Breen’s illness set them on the path to opening themselves fully to God’s grace and taking up their cross as an offering in service to others as prayer warriors. (0:50) Emily and Fr. Patrick share stories of gra…
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Mike Stechschulte has served as the Editor-in-Chief for Detroit Catholic for almost ten years. He shares with Fr. Patrick and Emily how he developed a love for storytelling, and how his current role gives him a unique birds-eye view on all the different ways that God is working here in Southeast Michigan. "We just have such a robust dynamic archdio…
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Marek Dziekonski joins Emily and Fr. Patrick in the virtual studio (back from summer break!) to tell his story of meeting Jesus after a parachuting accident and moving to the United States to serve as a missionary. (2:00) Emily and Fr. Patrick catch up after taking a few months off for “summer break,” and introduce the episode guest. (4:45) Welcome…
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Marquette Method instructor Laura Sparling discusses her journey to joyful missionary discipleship and how she witnesses God changing lives through NFP. (0:18) Emily and Fr. Patrick catch up and talk about the beauty of Michigan water and some of our Archdiocese of Detroit parishes that sit right on the waterfront. (3:27) Emily introduces this epis…
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Colleen Vermeulen, Director of the Catholic Biblical School of Michigan, shares her experience of reading the Catechism of the Catholic Church, how it empowered her faith journey, and how the scriptures keep discipleship grounded. (0:32) Emily and Fr. Patrick share updates, reflect on the Solemnity of Pentecost, and introduce this episode’s guest, …
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Fr. Jake VanAssche, administrator at St. Damien of Molokai Parish in Pontiac, discusses his priestly vocation and the graces that come when we remain open to God. (0:25) Emily and Fr. Patrick catch up and share some updates from their lives, including Tigers games, street ministry, reading Romans, a trip to South Bend and more. (6:45) Fr. Patrick i…
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John Hale, President and Co-Founder of Corporate Travel, discusses the importance of always being open to God’s grace, and what he learned during the trials of the pandemic. (0:44) Emily and Fr. Patrick share updates of what’s going on in their lives, from new opportunities for fellowship to the birth and baptism of a baby girl for previous ODP gue…
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Ave Maria Radio producer Melissa Florian shares how the Lord healed her of addiction and gave her a hunger for the Eucharist instead (0:07) Fr. Patrick and Emily catch up and discuss their excitement for spring and the month of May, and what graces have been flowing in their lives. They also discuss a possible ODP field trip soon! (5:06) Fr. Patric…
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New Associate Director of the Permanent Diaconate Deacon Chris Beltowski talks about his discernment, his new role, and the ministry of the diaconate. (0:30) Emily and Fr. Patrick catch up on what’s been going on in their lives, the lovely weather we’re having, and their experiences this Holy Week and Easter season. (4:47) Emily introduces this wee…
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Do you want to know how to live the good life? Today we turn to the prophet Jeremiah to learn what it means to have an intimate relationship with God and how to discern lies from the truth. We'll also get a lot of insight from the late Eugene Peterson on his life. If you want to grow in your understanding of Jeremiah and in your prayer life, you're…
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Kate Bryan, Founder and CEO of 1 Girl Revolution, shares her experience of growing up with chronic illness and how it inspired her to amplify the stories of women across the country. (2:42) After Fr. Patrick and Emily briefly catch up and discuss spring and the great sunshine, Emily introduces this episode’s guest, Kate Bryan. (5:11) Kate discusses…
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Episode 67: Jordan and Napoli Beachnau
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Jordan and Napoli Beachnau join Fr. Patrick and Emily to discuss marriage as a vocation, a sacrament, and a way to live the Gospel. Show notes: (0:59) Emily and Fr. Patrick catch up and discuss the hope that comes with the first signs of spring, the way individuals are coming back to Mass with the end of the general dispensation, and the graces fou…
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