Catholic Relief Services and the CRS Rice Bowl program have created a compelling Lenten video series that asks “What is Lent?”. For eight days, I am sharing each of the videos here at the blog. I hope you’ll join me in this brief retreat. I believe you’ll find, as I have, that these videos lead to deeper reflection and increased motivation. Today, we hear from CRS Board Chair and Archbishop of Oklahoma City, Paul Coakley: CRS Board Chair and Archbishop... Read more
A few weeks ago, I had the honor of screening the new film “The Drop Box“. Produced by Focus on the Family, this award-winning documentary highlights a South Korean pastor’s heroic efforts to embrace and protect the most vulnerable members of society. It is being released in theaters this week, March 3-5th, via Fathom Events. The evening will also include an exclusive panel discussion. Find a review by my fellow Patheos blogger Kathy Schiffer here. Unlike the usual movies that may linger... Read more
I have fun news to share today! A sneak peek at the newly finished book covers for my next project: Chime Travelers. This next writing adventure is truly that, an adventure! Chime Travelers, being released next Fall in conjunction with Franciscan Media, is a children’s chapter book series that combines time travel and the lives of the saints. I’ve fallen in love with my two main characters, twin siblings Patrick and Katie Brady. Without giving too much away, I can... Read more
I’m happy to share the recording of this week’s episode of the all new “Catholic Moments”, which is now airing as a bi-weekly radio program on Radio Maria USA. In this episode, we were honored to feature the work of Catholic author and speaker Judy Klein and Catholic Relief Services spokesperson Thomas Awiapo. Listen: Listen here or visit RadioMariaUSA.com to listen Judy Klein Judy Klein is a Catholic theologian and founder of Memorare Ministries, a ministry dedicated to bringing a... Read more
In case you missed it, I wanted to share this very fun video of the recent “Hangout” hosted by Catholic Relief Services and CRS Rice Bowl. The event featured some of my favorite online friends: Lisa Schmidt, Jared Dees, Sarah Reinhard and me. Our conversation related to how Lent is celebrated in each of our homes. We shared the good, the bad and even the “slacking”! If you find your commitment to making this Lenten season special and spiritually fulfilling... Read more
Catholic Relief Services and the CRS Rice Bowl program have created a compelling Lenten video series that asks “What is Lent?”. For eight days, I am sharing each of the videos here at the blog. I hope you’ll join me in this brief retreat. I believe you’ll find, as I have, that these videos lead to deeper reflection and increased motivation. Today, we hear from Kerry Weber: Kerry Weber, Managing Editor at America Magazine and former CRS Egan Journalism Fellow,... Read more
Catholic Relief Services and the CRS Rice Bowl program have created a compelling Lenten video series that asks “What is Lent?”. For eight days, I am sharing each of the videos here at the blog. I hope you’ll join me in this brief retreat. I believe you’ll find, as I have, that these videos lead to deeper reflection and increased motivation. Today, we hear from Archbishop José Gomez: Archbishop of Los Angeles, José Gomez reflects on the importance of Solidarity... Read more
As a graduate of the University of Notre Dame, I’ve had a week of remembering, of gratitude and of prayer. Professor Charles Rice It started Wednesday when I learned of the passing of Professor Charles Rice, Professor Emeritus of Law at the University of Notre Dame Law School. While I never met Prof. Rice in person, I have had the pleasure of being friends with two of his ten children and have followed his commitment to Our Lady’s university since my... Read more
Catholic Relief Services and the CRS Rice Bowl program have created a compelling Lenten video series that asks “What is Lent?”. For the next eight days, I am going to share each of the videos here at the blog. I hope you’ll join me in this brief retreat. I believe you’ll find, as I have, that these videos lead to deeper reflection and increased motivation. Today, we hear from Father James Martin, SJ: Father James Martin, SJ, Editor at Large... Read more
Catholic Relief Services and the CRS Rice Bowl program have created a compelling Lenten video series that asks “What is Lent?”. For the next eight days, I am going to share each of the videos here at the blog. I hope you’ll join me in this brief retreat. I believe you’ll find, as I have, that these videos lead to deeper reflection and increased motivation. Today, we hear from Dr. Carolyn Woo: Dr. Carolyn Woo, President & CEO of Catholic... Read more
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