Podcast Episodes

"Lift Up Your Hearts"

Ever feel you’re just going through the motions at Mass?  Distracted? Your heart not in it?

The start of the Eucharistic Liturgy wakes us up with rituals and prayers that inspire us to “lift up our h…

Published on 7 years, 2 months ago

Surrender: Allowing God to Act

It’s not enough to be open to God’s will. We must allow him to act in our lives. 

A true Christian disciple doesn’t put parameters around God’s will. But when we truly surrender to His plan and give …

Published on 7 years, 2 months ago

Mary: The Early Years

What was Mary’s life like before the annunciation? Before that day when Gabriel announced she would become the mother of the messiah? 

The Bible itself doesn't tell us a lot - only two verses about t…

Published on 7 years, 2 months ago

Stigmata & Saints

What are the stigmata? Why do some saints receive them? And what difference do they make for my life?

Look beyond the bodily marks and discover something deeper: a soul totally conformed to Christ’s …

Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

Standing in the Darkness

Do you ever feel your world is turned upside down? “Where is my life going?…Where is God?”

Mary is right there with you. God drew her many times to step into the darkness and encounter Him there. In …

Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

Mother Teresa's Secret Vow

You've heard of her care for the poor. But do know about her extraordinary interior life?

“I have been burning with a longing to love Him as He has never been loved before.” - St. Mother Teresa.

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Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

Now is the Time for Heroes

What does one do when the Pope is accused of being associated with covering up abuse in the Church?  On one hand, one must avoid rash judgment and jumping to conclusions. At the same time, Cardinal D…

Published on 7 years, 3 months ago

A Biblical Response to Church Scandal: What Can We Do?

Many Catholics are feeling bewildered in the wake of horrific revelations about clergy abuse. We must, however, go deeper spiritually and theologically to face the present challenges. In times of sor…

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Is the Assumption of Mary Biblical?

Where do Catholics get the idea that Mary was assumed into heaven? Is there any Scriptural basis for this doctrine? Or is this just a Catholic exaggeration of Mary’s role in the Christian life?

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Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Following the Head or Heart?

When it comes to romantic relationships, people often question whether they should follow the head or the heart.  But what about our friendship with God?  Is the head or the heart more important in t…

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago