Jim Caviezel’s Speech to FOCUS Conference Inspires Awe
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14 Reasons You Need to Attend the 14th Walk for Life in San Francisco
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It’s that time of year again when pro-life advocates demonstrate their numbers and voice with marches across the country. And being right in the center of the 9th Circuit, the “Walk for Life” in San Francisco is among the most well-attended, and for “battleground,” is arguably the most important Walk for Life there is. The
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Watch This Live Nativity from Benedictine College
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Short. Sweet. The Nativity is among the most powerful images our mind can process: the Almighty God being born as a man in a poor manger. Benedictine College made this wonderful video. Please share:
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“Bethlehemian Rhapsody” Might One of the Best Christmas Videos Ever
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For real. This one tops them all:
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The Journey Home Celebrates its 20th Anniversary with Special Episode
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The Coming Home Network International celebrated it’s 20th anniversary with a special episode. The episode featured Fr. Dwight Longenecker, Mother Miriam of the Lamb of God, and Al Kresta. The trio sit and discuss some moments and unique memories and it’s a must see. Check it out:
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“LIT” is One of the Best Catholic Resources Available
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Several years ago a catchphrase came out that is abbreviated WWJD? For those who don’t know it, the phrase is “What Would Jesus Do?” When I first heard it, I thought it was quite corny but I soon found myself using that phrase to help me make choices in life. I have always been a
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An Excellent Book on St. Aloysius Gonzaga is Finally Here
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I’ve recently completed a manuscript for an upcoming book on the saints of the Counter-Reformation. In the book I cover the lives and achievements of ten saints, but not strictly as a biographical tome for the reader to learn facts an appreciate a life (though, I definitely want that) but as a practical means of
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20 Important Facts on the Assassination Attempt on John Paul II
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I wrote the following article for the National Catholic Register. The featured image marks the exact spot where the pontiff was shot. On May 13, 1981, thirty-six years ago, Pope John Paul II was on the brink of death. I wasn’t alive, but I’ve seen news reports from the time, and it’s horrifying to think what
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I Searched “Catholic Super Soaker”… Results are Hilarious
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Dont even ask why, but I was wondering if the depths of the internet had anything about using super soakers in church, like… for baptisms, or holy water, or anything. I was not disappointed. Here’s what I found: the bad boy History less, this is the one that got us all started. Way back
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Love Devotion to Mary? Want to Defend Her? Get. This. Book!
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If you’re like me, you’re always on the lookout for a concise approach to apologetics and explanations of Church teachings. The volumes of scholarly work available are fantastic, but it’s often labor intensive to dig through it all. The less words and more direct approach, the better—for me. One of those topics that I’m frequently
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This Website Just Made Sharing Your Faith Ridiculously Easy
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Which one these categories do you think you fit into? Brandon Vogt just made sharing your faith pretty simple, and it starts with ClaritasU. It’s a new community of Catholic learning that will enable you to talk more effectively and confidently about your faith. The key? Brandon says it’s clarity and we have
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You Can Teach as Jesus in These 12 Easy Steps
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Jesus was a fantastic teacher. We can learn from His example, and from the scriptures, how we too can be a great teacher. Whether we are a professional teacher, home school teacher, religious education teacher, parent or grandparent, Bishop, Priest or Deacon, layperson, we can follow 12 easy steps to teach as Jesus taught. The
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Did you know comedian Steve Harvey is now a gospel preacher?
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After his final episode of Family Feud was taped, comedian Steve Harvey had a serious talk with his audience. You should watch it: I didn’t realize that for the last year, Steve Harvey has been promoting a Christian message. Skimming through much of his feed and browsing his words, it appears he had a serious
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There’s a sweet app for Catholics who support and are involved in missions
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If you’re a Catholic (or support a Catholic) involved in missions or support missions, you should check out the new Missio app. This awesome app helps to support mission efforts through fundraising, networking, updates, and a lot more. Listen to this awesome promo narrated by Liam Neeson: https://youtu.be/bn-RryXz-Uc The networking side is very friendly
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Dear Internet: Here’s What Mark Shea Wants for Christmas
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“Dear Internet, after all I’ve done for you, I will not be happy again unless I have this… My flourishing as a human will never happen until you buy me this… Is into much to ask that you supply with this…” – Mark Shea Keeping us giggling all year long, here’s a few special items
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This Girl With Autism Singing Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” Will Blow You Away
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A 10-year-old girl from Northern Ireland has wowed people around the world after a video of her singing in her school choir went viral. The video of the choirs’s version of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” — recorded at the school’s Christmas show — has gained almost 170,000 views in three days. Kaylee Rodgers, from Donaghadee, County
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A Rosary That Fits Right In Your Wallet — Best Idea Ever?!
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This is one of those awesome ideas that always makes me think two things to myself: Why didn’t I think of that? and Why are we not funding this?! Well, people did fund it. I found out about the Wallet Rosary on the Joe Sales blog and I was astonished at how amazing this simple little idea
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Check Out These Dominican Friars Playing Hockey on a Pond
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It’s not Mystery Alaska, though they have a serious appreciation and devotion to the mysteries of the Rosary. It’s the Dominican Friars of the Holy Family Cathedral in Anchorage Alaska. I’ve seen this Cathedral – as I used to live in Alaska – and shhhh! don’t tell anyone, but in the winter it looks like
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Watch this Amazing Explanation of the Sacrament of Baptism
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Sophia Sketchpad has another excellent resource to explain another key part of the Catholic faith, the Sacrament of Baptism. Watch the video and share with your friends, your classroom, or your RCIA class. If you think this video on the Sacrament of Baptism is great, you’ll love this video about the Eucharist. Check it out!
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