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 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, 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 meaning behind terminology such as "Triduum," "Octave of Easter," and related concepts.
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 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 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.