Catholic Halos: Recent Episodes
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The Catholic Halos podcast is a roundtable discussion about how to live out one's faith in everyday life.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn, Veronica Ambuul and Lucas Pollice discuss Pope Francis' recent statement that "Every religion is a path toward God." How can we put his comments in proper context, and what does the Magisterium tell us?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss ways that the right of parents to be the primary educators of their children is being infringed upon.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn, Lucas Pollice and Veronica Ambuul discuss the growing trend of women wearing chapel veils, or mantillas, at church.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Catholic Church's teaching on end of life issues in light of a recent document issues by the Pontifical Academy for Life.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss a recent article from Catholic World Report on outdated assumptions about how the faith is passed down to future generations.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss Pope Francis' recent letter titled "On the Role of Literature in Formation" in which he outlines the spiritual benefits of reading literature and poetry.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the uproar over the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics in Paris and how Catholics should respond.
Deacon Patrick Jones and Deacon Doug Flinn share helpful tips for newly-ordained permanent deacons.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Didache, which is one of the earliest documents of the Church dating back to the first century. How do the moral laws and liturgical rites contained in the Didache compare to the Catholic Church of today?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss recent critiques of Pope Francis' statement that the human heart is fundamentally good.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Catholic Church's teaching on the duty to vote.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's recent commencement speech at Benedictine College.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the 2025 Jubilee Year recently proclaimed by Pope Francis. How can Catholics obtain the plenary indulgence associated with the Jubilee Year?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss recent statistics showing that the birth rate in the United States is lower than it has ever been. What are the factors behind this trend?
In the fourth part of their series on "Re-Imagining What a Catholic Parish Can Be: A Destination for the 21st Century" by Acts XXIX, Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss three virtues that Christians must practice in every interaction with others -- humility, charity and unity.
In the third episode of their series on "Re-Imagining What a Catholic Parish Can Be: A Destination for the 21st Century" by Acts XXIX, the Catholic Halos team discuss the concept of God as architect. "God already has a blueprint for every diocese and every parish."
In the second in a series of podcasts on "Re-Imagining What a Catholic Parish Can Be: A Destination for the 21st Century" by Acts XXIX, Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss what it means to reacquire a biblical worldview.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul begin a series of podcasts on ideas from "Re-Imagining What a Catholic Parish Can Be: A Destination for the 21st Century." This white paper was published by Acts XXIX, the apostolate founded by Father John Riccardo. In this first episode, the Catholic Halos team discusses the idea that "We were born for this moment and these days."
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss three fundamental mindsets identified by Bishop Golka as being necessary for Christian discipleship.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Way of the Cross and how meditating on Christ's Passion and Death help us to face suffering in our own lives.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the ways that practices such as IVF, surrogacy and Down Syndrome prenatal testing constitute an attack on human life and dignity.
Pope Francis has asked Catholics around the world to observe 2024 as a Year of Prayer. Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss ways to improve and deepen one's prayer life.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss common misconceptions about the Catholic Church's views and treatment of women in the Middle Ages.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss criteria we can use to discern whether to watch movies.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss recent studies on men and women entering religious orders in the U.S. The statistics show a downtrend, but is there more to the story?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul continue their discussion of the three Lenten disciplines by talking about almsgiving.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the practice of fasting and how it helps us to grow closer to God.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the relationship between artists and the Catholic faith, based on Pope John Paul II's 1999 Letter to Artists.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul answer the question, "When Does the Christmas Season Really End?"
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Holy Family -- Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Were they real people just like us? What can their lives teach us about God's will for us?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the story of St. Nicholas of Bari, the fourth-century Catholic bishop who became known as Santa Claus.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the history and meaning of the Catholic Church's dogma of the Immaculate Conception.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Miraculous Medal given to St. Catherine Laboure in 1830.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the virtue of gratitude in preparation for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the topic of grief through the lens of Church teaching.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the practice of venerating relics of the saints.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Donna Hessel and Veronica Ambuul discuss the life and spirituality of St. Therese of Lisieux.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the phenomenon of martyrdom. What does it mean and where is it occurring in the world today?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Rob Rysavy and Veronica Ambuul discuss misconceptions about the Catholic Church's role in historical events, ranging from the Crusades to World War II.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the topic of spiritual direction -- what it is, what it isn't and how it is carried out.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the process of forming our consciences according to the teaching of the Catholic Church.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows on Sept. 15. What were the sorrows she experienced, and what can they teach us?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the immigration crisis at the border in light of Catholic teaching.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the spiritual lessons and fruits they've derived from praying the rosary regularly.
In the first of a two-part series, Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss examples in history when praying the rosary helped to prevent war or led to a miraculous outcome.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul examine the August 1945 nuclear bombing of the Japanese cities Hiroshima and Nagasaki through the lens of Catholic teaching.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the ancient Catholic tradition of making a pilgrimage. Why does the Church recommend this practice, and what are some practical ways of doing a pilgrimage?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss a recent trend of using artificial intelligence to generate images of oneself in various scenarios. What are the pitfalls of this approach, and what is the Catholic understanding of imagination?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul take a look at two current box office hits -- "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" -- and examine them through the lens of Catholic faith.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the new film "The Sound of Freedom" and its unexpected success. What can we learn from the film, and what efforts are being made locally to aid victims of human trafficking?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul pay tribute to priests who put themselves in danger to minister to others in times of crisis, including military chaplains, hospital chaplains and others.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the issues surrounding dating, courtship and marriage for young people in today's culture.
Deacon Doug Flinn, Donna Hessel, Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Catholic Church's teaching on preparing for death. What does it mean to have a happy death?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Church's teaching that parents are the primary educators of their children. What are the practical implications of this teaching when it comes to issues such as tuition tax credits, vouchers, charter schools, etc.?
Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul discuss ways to evangelize the people that we meet in day-to-day life -- at work, at the store, on a hike, etc.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the lessons they've learned from their experiences with moving to a new state.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the concept of Servant Leadership. What does it mean, and how can we become servant leaders?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss Pope Francis' 2015 encyclical letter "Laudato Si'" on care for the environment.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss recent films depicting demonic possession and exorcism and how they compare to the actual reality of these phenomena.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the relationship of the Catholic faith to politics.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the concept of equality. Does the fact that the Church only ordains men mean that women are less important? What does it mean to say that men and women are complementary?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the meaning behind terminology such as "Triduum," "Octave of Easter," and related concepts.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the role of private revelation in the Catholic faith.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the concept of "the marital debt" that has appeared in recent articles on various websites. What does it mean and does it have a foundation in Catholic teaching?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the upward trend in "deaths of despair" and the Catholic faith as a source of hope.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the story of Jacob and Esau in the Book of Genesis and answer the question: does God really approve of tricks and deception?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss Matthew 11:28-30, in which Christ states that his "yoke is easy" and his "burden is light." How does our faith help to relieve us of the burdens we carry?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the issue of Church teaching on transgenderism.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul try to clarify the Church's teaching on homosexuality and people who experience same-sex attraction.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss Pope Francis' recent invitation to re-read the parable of the Lost Sheep in the Gospel of Luke. How can we help people "come home" to the Catholic Church?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the concepts of common good, subsidiarity and solidarity, especially in relation to how they applied to churches during the pandemic.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the life and legacy of Pope Benedict XVI, including the writings that impacted them personally.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul offer practical suggestions for growing closer to God in 2023.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul reminisce about Christmases past and fond memories, as well as some of their family Christmas traditions.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the role of St. John the Baptist in the Gospel readings during Advent. What can we learn from his life as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Catholic Church's efforts to accomodate the disable in parishes and schools. What has worked, and what can the Church do better?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the upcoming Advent season and the meaning behind it. How can we prepare for Christ's second coming?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Donna Hessel and Veronica Ambuul continue the "Front of the Prayer Book" series with a discussion of the seven deadly sins. Why are they considered to be deadly and how can we counteract them by practicing virtues?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss "Nine Ways of Being an Accessory to Another's Sin."
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the corporal and spiritual works of mercy, focusing on those works pertaining to those who have died.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Donna Hessel and Veronica Ambuul discuss the five precepts of the Church defined in the Catechism. What are they and how are they lived out in day to day life?
In the final episode of their series examining the documents of Vatican II, Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul are joined by Donna Hessel, an instructor for the Denver Catholic Catechetical School and long-time director of faith formation at St. Peter Parish in Monument. The four discuss Dei Verbum, the Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul continue their discussion of the documents of Vatican II, focusing this time on Gaudium et Spes. In addition, they share their fondest memories of Bishop Michael Sheridan, who died Sept. 27.
Deacon Doug Flinn, Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul discuss "Dominus Iesus," a 2000 declaration written by then-Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, and how it sheds light on the purpose of inter-religious dialogue, ecumenism and related topics.
Father Jim Baron, Director of Mission and Strategic Planning for the Diocese of Colorado Springs, joins Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul to continue their discussion of Lumen Gentium, the Dogmatic Constitution on the Church. Father Baron gives some history and context surrounding the drafting of the document during the Second Vatican Council.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul continue their discussion of the documents of the Second Vatican Council, focusing on Lumen Gentium, the Dogmatic Constitution on the Church.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul continue their discussion of Vatican II, focusing on its context in Church history and why the fulfillment of the council's true intentions may take several more decades.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul continue their discussion about Sacrosanctum Concilium and Pope Francis' recent statement asking Catholics to re-read the documents of Vatican II.
In response to Pope Francis' request that Catholics study the documents of Vatican II leading up to a Holy Year in 2025, Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss "Sacrosanctum Concilium," the Vatican II document on the Sacred Liturgy.
In the wake of the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision, there has been a lot of misinformation circulating on social media regarding the Church's approach to miscarriage and infant death. What does the Church really teach about babies who have died before they can be baptized?
Eucharistic processions, the rosary, shrines, pilgrimages, relics -- are these Catholic devotional practices just cultural artifacts or do they actually serve a purpose? Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss their personal experiences with popular piety.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the recent letter issued by the Catholic bishops of Colorado requesting that legislators who supported the state's recently-adopted Reproductive Health Equity Act refrain from receiving Holy Communion.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the concept of subsidiarity, a core tenet of Catholic Social Teaching. What does it mean, and why is it so essential for maintaining a just and free society?
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will kick off a nationwide Eucharistic Revival on June 19, 2022, the Feast of Corpus Christi. Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss ways to prepare for this event, including eucharistic adoration, active participation in the Mass and other means.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss Catholic social teaching and how it applies to some of the policies being proposed today to help the poor and disadvantaged.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the ways in which those who advocate policies that are not consistent with the Gospel and Magisterial teaching use half-truths to defend their position.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the leaked draft of the Supreme Court opinion that would overturn Roe V. Wade and how the court was able to get to a place of discovering a "right" to abortion in the first place.
In this episode of the Catholic Halos podcast, Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss shepherding in everyday life, especially with one's children.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul continue their discussion on shepherding and focus on the steps in the spiritual life. What stages have the saints gone through in growing closer to God?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the role of the shepherd as it relates to parenting and family life.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the role of emotions in the spiritual life. How does the Christian view of love differ from that of secular culture?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the role of the permanent diaconate in the Catholic Church and share their thoughts and suggestions for anyone who might be considering this vocation.
Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul discuss Pope Francis' announcement that he will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on March 25, and he invited all the bishops of the world to join him. What is the history behind the consecration, and what does it mean to say Mary's heart is immaculate?
The Catholic Church in Poland is going to extraordinary lengths to provide food and shelter to refugees entering the country from Ukraine. Find out about the unique connection that the Diocese of Colorado Springs has to this effort, and how you can contribute.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss ways to overcome fear, especially during Lent.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Catholic Church's observance of Ember Days -- a three-day period of fasting that occurs four times a year. How did this ancient practice get started, and how can we incorporate Ember Days into our life of piety?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the difference between courtship and dating. How can we create opportunities for young adults to find potential spouses with the same ideals and values?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss St. Paul's exhortation to "Pray Without Ceasing." How can we do this in the midst of our busy lives?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Catholic Church's view of freedom of the press and freedom of speech.
Deacon Patrick Jones and Deacon Doug Flinn discuss the various theories regarding the origin of the universe found in books, movies, etc. What does the Catholic Church teach about how the universe was created?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Catholic Church's annual Octave for Christian Unity Jan. 18-25.
Deacon Doug Flinn, Julie Bailey and Veronica Ambuul discuss plans for a new maternity home on the grounds of St. Gabriel Parish in Colorado Springs.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the declining number of households with married parents and children. How can we convey to others the joy that is found amidst the challenges and trials of family life?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the importance of keeping Sundays holy by attending Mass and receiving the Eucharist. What is the origin of Sunday as a day of rest, and how can we live this day well?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the meaning of Christ as "The Way, the Truth and the Life." How can we accept the truth of Christ even when it's difficult?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the trend towards minimalism and how it relates to the Catholic Church's tradition of asceticism and mortification.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the closing of the Year of St. Joseph on Dec. 8 and how meditating on the saint's life has helped them deal with the change and challenges in their own lives.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the meaning of gratitude and how we can grow in this virtue.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the phenomenon of parish shopping. What criteria should we use in determining whether to stay in our current parish or look for another one?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss National Vocations Awareness Week and how parents can foster an openness to religious vocations among their children.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss ways that the Catholic community can support workers who have lost their jobs because they declined to receive a COVID-10 vaccine.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the recent legalization of human composting in Colorado. Why does the Catholic Church oppose this practice, and how can we frame this discussion in such a way as to uphold human dignity?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul are joined by special guest Ashley Slack to discuss ways that the Church can support couples who are grieving a miscarriage.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss spiritual warfare. What daily practices and habits can help us to live more fully in God's presence and avoid the traps set for us by the evil one?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the challenges and pressures faced by women who compete in sports at the elite level. What changes can be made to make these sports more compatible with motherhood and the dignity of women?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the origins of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, which the Catholic Church celebrates each year on Sept. 14. What is the origin and meaning of the feast day, and what is the meaning of the cross in our lives today?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Veronica Ambuul and Superintendent of Schools Sheila Whalen discuss the growing trend towards classical education in Catholic schools. How does classical education look different in the classroom, and what is the end goal?
Father Sean McCann, Vice Chancellor and Defender of the Bond for the Diocese of Colorado Springs, joins Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul in discussing Traditionis Custodes, the recent apostolic letter from Pope Francis regarding the Extraordinary Form of the Mass.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the important role that parables and stories play in transmitting the Catholic faith and eternal truths. How can we reclaim this lost art?
Deacon Doug Flinn, Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul explore how words such as "love," "freedom," and "unity" have been redefined in recent years.
Deacon Doug Flinn, Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul share their reflections on the events surrounding the installation of Bishop Golka. What does the Rite of Ordination for a bishop teach us about his role in the universal Church?
Deacon Doug Flinn, Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul discuss recent polls showing that many Catholics no longer believe that Christ is really present in the Eucharist. What does the Church teach about this topic, and how can we better convey this truth to others?
Deacon Doug Flinn, Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul discuss what it means to be a shepherd in the context of parenting and other leadership roles.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the issue of pro-abortion politicians who receive the Eucharist. How should bishops respond, and what does the Church teach about it?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in helping us to overcome fear and doubt in our lives.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss recent reports that birth rates continued their downward trend during 2020. How can Catholics witness to the beauty of marriage and family in the midst of a demographic winter?
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Church's traditional devotions to Mary, the Mother of God, during the month of May.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul talk about how their Lenten penitential practices and sacrifices bore fruit in their spiritual lives.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss ways to make our observance of Good Friday more meaningful this year.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss the Catholic Church's teaching regarding our last moments on earth, our particular judgment, and heaven and hell.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss how the U.S. bishops have addressed the role of aborted fetal cells in the development and testing of vaccines for COVID-19.
Deacon Doug Flinn, Deacon Patrick Jones and Veronica Ambuul discuss Pope John Paul II's encyclical "Veritatis Splendor" and how it is relevant to our lives today as we struggle to discern the truth about COVID-19 and other critical issues.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss fasting from social media and other Lenten penitential practices.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss Pope Francis' proclamation of a Year of St. Joseph for 2021. Why is St. Joseph known as the patron of the Catholic Church and the master of interior life, among other titles? How can we earn a plenary indulgence by praying through the intercession of St. Joseph this year?
Bishop Michael Sheridan discusses his December 2020 pastoral letter on the Eucharist titled "A Hunger for the Bread of Life."
Across social media, those who express views in line with Church teaching are finding themselves censored or blocked altogether. How can Catholics respond and defend themselves? Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul explore this important and timely topic.
Deacon Cliff Donnelly discusses the need to provide spiritual care to Catholics in nursing homes, assisted living and other care facilities. He also explains why it's important for Catholics to reach out to the homebound in their communities.
Father Sean McCann, Defender of the Bond for the Diocese of Colorado Springs' Tribunal, explains the history of the Divine Office -- otherwise known as the breviary -- and why praying in Latin is a worthwhile endeavor for Catholics.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Deacon Doug Flinn and Veronica Ambuul discuss their personal experiences with Latin prayers and how they can enrich one's prayer life.
Deacon Patrick Jones, Veronica Ambuul and Deacon Doug Flinn discuss the ways that Catholics can overcome the division and rancor caused by the recent election. How can we maintain and nurture relationships with family and friends who are on the opposite end of the political spectrum?