[powerpress] Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God – January 1, 2012 Skip to 2:52 to go to reflection. Reading 1 – Numbers 6:22-27 Responsorial – Psalm 67:2-3,5,6,8 Reading 2 – 2 Galations 4:4-7 Gospel – Luke 2:16-21 Reflection done by Cristobal Almanza – @SoulPainter Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com… [Read More]
Archives for 2011
Making Time for God in the Present
The New Year is almost here. Have you done everything you planned to this year? Are your goals set for next year? Have you compared your state-of-me with your peers, coworkers, friends, to make sure you’re making the same strides that they are?In the midst of our reminiscing of the past and our dreaming in… [Read More]
Joseph: Carpenter, Saint, Daddy
I don’t know if it’s all the Nativity scenes that are around or that really vivid dream I had a few days ago about getting married, but St. Joseph has been on my mind a lot. I love St. Joseph like I love my own father and during the Christmas season especially I like to… [Read More]
Trusting in the Truth (Review: “How to Find Your Soulmate Without Losing Your Soul”)
I hate to begin blog posts with apologies, but I feel I must offer mine for the tardiness of this review. I spent the day after-Christmas shopping with my mom and sister. I don’t see my family very often since they almost all still live in Maryland, so I try to make myself available to… [Read More]
“Creepy” Baby Jesus
“The more you honor me, the more I will bless you.” –The Infant Child Jesus of Prague When I first met my husband, he wore a religious medal I was unfamiliar with. The image on the medal was that of Jesus as an infant, but dressed in clothing from the 15th and 16th century. I… [Read More]
Well blessED your heart, you’re a SAINT now!
Earlier this week, Pope Benedict XVI recently approved a series of decrees by the Congregation for the Causes of Saints. In short, this means that a group of seven candidates were approved by not only the pope, but also passed the authenticity of a miracle attributed to their intercession, paving the way for the final… [Read More]
The Greatest Miracle – Movie Review
My family and I recently watched The Greatest Miracle movie and truly enjoyed this inspiring Catholic movie about the Catholic Mass. The movie is about three different people going through personal struggles, who find their way to Mass one day. Their Guardian Angels walk them through the Mass, encouraging them to fully live out their… [Read More]
All Sins Must Go!
I hope these final days of Advent are giving you a chance to slow down and make your final preparation—physically and spiritually—for Christmas. While receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation is not technically required during Advent (ref. Canon 988), it is a very laudable practice and a tangible way to prepare spiritually for the Christmas season…. [Read More]
Las Posadas and the Devil at the Nativity
I was born and raised here in Texas, but spent almost every Christmas of my childhood with my family in Mexico. Growing up in a very Catholic family, it was almost like a yearly pilgrimage we took to return to family and celebrate the birth of our Savior. We just celebrated Rorate Sunday (4th Sunday… [Read More]
The Meanings Behind All Our Christmas Decorations
I originally posted this last year over at my Catholic Warthog blog but thought it would be a good idea to cross post it here at ACNM. I know that we are still in Advent but the rest of the world is already primed and decked out for Christmas. With that in mind I wanted… [Read More]
Bishop Vasquez’s State of the Diocese Address
The following recording of Bishop Vasquez’s State of the Diocese Address was recorded on December 14th, 2011 at the Assembly of Catholic Professionals. A special thank you to our friends at Relevant Radio 970AM for providing this recording. [powerpress]
The “O” Antiphons 101
“The ‘O’ What-iphons?” If you’re like me, that was your response to the above title. If you already knew what they are, then consider this your reminder for this year. I only learned about the “O” Antiphons last October when I was scouring the web for Advent craft ideas. They’re a procrastinator’s dream Advent devotion,… [Read More]
2011 Fourth Quarter Update and Meet Up
2011 has been an exciting year for us here at Austin Catholic New Media. Our website is not even a year old, and we’ve seen some incredible response to our local mission. We are still only getting started with many of the different elements of our apostolate, but we are very grateful for the support… [Read More]
Presbyterian Lies and Literary Truths (Review: “The Wednesday Wars”)
As a happy Catholic who is involved in media, I try to keep my ears open for positive portrayals of religion in any setting: movies, television, and especially books. Religion in literature tends to be more honest than movies or TV. It’s very easy to toss a cross around a character’s neck or pan past… [Read More]
Two Guys a Girl and a Catholic Podcast Episode #37 – Zuckerberg Hacked! and Other Signs of the Apocalypse
2 Guys, a Girl and a Catholic Podcast – Episode 37 – [powerpress] Current Events: The Vatican begins to digitize 80,000 manuscripts with NASA technology. – Cristina http://www.romereports.com/palio/vatican%27s-library-begins-to-digitize-80000-of-its-manuscripts-with-nasa-technology-english-5590.html Vatican approves Blessed Marianne Cope miracle and blessed Kateri Tekakwitha -Cris http://whispersintheloggia.blogspot.com/2011/12/for-us-church-new-year-brings-new.html US Government to archive every tweet in Library of Congress – Chris http://content.usatoday.com/communities/ondeadline/post/2011/12/library-of-congress-to-store-tweets-based-on-twitter-deal/1 Church News:… [Read More]
¿Creen los Católicos que las personas que no son Católicos van al infierno?
Hace unos meses me encontré en una conversación en la cual ni esperaba platicar temas de fe. Pero en medio de la conversación, ahí estaba una pregunta, frente a mí por unos segundos (que ahora parece como minutos), esperando una respuesta como si fuera una de esas preguntas que les hacían a las candidatas de… [Read More]
The Art of Making a Good Advent
During the past few years I have found that the first Sunday of Advent, much like its secular equivalent of New Year’s Day on January 1, is a great time of looking forward with hope and anticipation, a chance to “restart the spiritual clock” and to reflect on what we can do to better prepare… [Read More]
Our Lady of Guadalupe “Patroness of the Unborn”
In 1531, the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe brought an end to human sacrifice all over the Americas. Before she appeared to St. Juan Diego, cruel human sacrificing rituals were performed on a scale never approached, even remotely, by other peoples of the era. Many methods were used. In one of their religious ceremonies,… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: December 4, 2011 Readings and Reflections
[powerpress] December 4, 2011 – Second Sunday of Advent Skip to 4:25 minute mark to go to reflection. First Reading Isiah 40:1-5, 9-11 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 85:9-10-11-12, 13-14 Second Reading 2 Peter 3:8-14 Gospel Mark 1:1-8 Reflection done by Cristobal Almanza – @SoulPainter Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com http://www.austincnm.com
Two Guys, a Girl and a Catholic Podcast 36: Santa Visits The Wildcard
Episode 36 [powerpress] Current Events: Orange county Diocese buys Crystal Cathedral http://articles.latimes.com/2011/nov/18/local/la-me-crystal-cathedral-20111118 New Vatican commission cracks down on church architecture http://vaticaninsider.lastampa.it/en/homepage/inquiries-and-interviews/detail/articolo/architettura-architecture-arquitectura-10121/ Man gives away life savings in donated suit http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/sideshow/man-accidentally-gives-away-life-savings-hidden-away-165333331.html Is Siri pro-life? http://gizmodo.com/5863445/is-siri-pro-life-apparently-yes Church News: Sarah’s Hope – Wed, December 7 Vitae Clinic Sarah’s Hope is a free spiritual support program for couples struggling… [Read More]
Be a New You: Advent and Renewal
Here at ACNM, we’re quite excited about Advent. And we all should be! I love Advent because it is a promise, and similtaneously a promise fulfilled. Christ is coming. Christ has come, and Christ will come again, and we’re so grateful of that fact that the Church celebrates it every year with joy and anticipation. Rita’s… [Read More]
The Long View (Review: “A Canticle for Leibowitz”)
I’ll admit it: I like sci-fi. My mom and I used to tease my dad endlessly about how much he liked to watch Star Trek. I finally sat down to watch an episode with him one day, though, and I was hooked. It’s not just the scientific aspects that draw me in, though, it’s the… [Read More]
The 3rd Roman Missal: A MASSive Change & A MASSive Opportunity
“If we really understood the Mass, we would die of joy.” –St. John Vianey By the time most people read this, most of us will have attended Mass on Sunday, November 27, the First Sunday in Advent. At that Mass, if you didn’t already know that it was going to be a special day in… [Read More]
Happy Thanksgiving!
Whether you are spending time with family, friends, coworkers, or even by yourself, we want to wish you a very wonderful and pleasant Thanksgiving. May your day be filled with the true sentiment of the day {laced with Mass for the ultimate thanksgiving in the Eucharist, followed by a yummy meal and the LAST UT… [Read More]
Dar Gracias
Mañana se celebra el Día de Acción de Gracias aquí en Estados Unidos. Aunque no es un día festivo normalmente celebrado en países latinoamericanos, muchos de nosotros ya hemos integrado esta bella celebración a nuestras tradiciones. Cada familia celebra diferente, ya sea en la comida que preparamos o en la forma que celebramos el día,… [Read More]
The Required “Remember To Give Thanks” Post
We’re neck deep with family here at La Casa de Kraft. My mom is the sole representative of my family in for the holiday. My wife’s family includes her parents, her grandmother, a cousin in the military in San Antonio for training, an aunt, an uncle and a few more cousins. Virtually every room has… [Read More]
The Advent of Black Friday Shopping
Thanksgiving is an American holiday, but it is deeply based in Christian tradition. We give thanks only because there is someone that gives us the blessings we receive. It is a wonderful day that gives us an opportunity to gather with our loved ones and be grateful. The day after Thanksgiving Day has become known… [Read More]
¡Estamos de Fiesta! 5to Aniversario de la Dedicación de la Iglesia de Saint William y 95 Años de Historia
El 18 de noviembre, la Iglesia Universal celebra la dedicación de la Basílica de San Pedro y San Pablo. Del mismo modo e intencionalmente alineada con esta gran fiesta, celebramos en la Diócesis de Austin, la dedicación de la cuarta Iglesia de Saint William. Obviamente para aquellos que han tenido la bendición de visitar Roma,… [Read More]
Two Guys, a Girl and a Catholic Podcast 35: New Roman Missal and More Guest
Episode 35 [powerpress] Current Events: Pope will turn on lights for the largest Christmas tree with an ipod. http://www.romereports.com/palio/pope-to-use-ipad-to-light-up-tallest-christmas-tree-english-5396.html A new high tech force is with APD. http://www.kxan.com/dpp/news/local/new-high-tech-force-is-with-APD-police Pope Approves U.S. Anglican ordinariate launch for January 1 – USCCB Fall General Assembly http://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/cardinal-wuerl-says-us-anglican-ordinariate-will-begin-jan.-1/ http://www.romereports.com/palio/personal-ordinariate-to-welcome-american-anglicans-into-the-catholic-church-english-5419.html Church News: Texas Bishops Urge U.S. Rep. Hensarling to Protect the… [Read More]
What is the Sacrament of the Sick?
You see it depicted in Hollywood all the time – a priest praying “the last rites” over a dead/dying person. However, as many of us know, “last rites” is a misnomer. It is a combination of the Sacrament of the Sick and Viaticum (the Eucharist received at the time of death). However, the Sacrament of… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: November 20, 2011 Readings and Reflections
[powerpress] Sunday Says Podcast for Sunday, November 20, 2011 the 34th and final Sunday in Ordinary Time. This is Christ the King Sunday or the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King. Readings this week come from: Reading 1, Ez 34:11-12, 15-17 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 23:1-2, 2-3, 5, 6 Reading 2, 1 Cor 15:20-26,… [Read More]
Happy to be a Dummy (Review: “Catholicism for Dummies”)
Most people don’t know that I haven’t been this religious all my life. I experienced a major conversion in my first year of college that brought me back to the Catholic faith of my middle school years and my first year of high school. At around that time, I combined my love of learning with… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: November 13, 2011 Readings and Reflection
[powerpress] November 13, 2011 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 1st Reading- Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-3 2nd Reading- 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6 Gospel- Matthew 25:14-30 Reflection by Rita Suva– @ritamgs Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave http://soundwave.cc Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com http://www.austincnm.com
Priorities and Me
“Hold your eyes on God and leave the doing to him. That is all the doing you have to worry about.” -St. Jeanne de Chantal Ever have those times in your life when you are overwhelmingly busy with work, home life, friends and just don’t seem to have enough time or energy? Yup, that’s been… [Read More]
The Sky is Not Falling
I am a news junkie. It’s probably a diagnosable sickness. I get out of bed in the morning and immediately grab my phone off of the alarm clock cradle in which it rests. The glow of the screen guides my steps to the bathroom. I turn on the water for the shower and get my… [Read More]
Two Guys, a Girl and a Catholic Podcast 34: Harvest of Hope
Episode 34 [powerpress] Current Events: Penn State, Herman Cain, and Mississippi rejects personhood bill No end in sight for NBA lock-out http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7209093/nba-lockout-players-reject-david-stern-ultimatum-offer-want-further-talks Asteroid Flyby http://www.space.com/13562-huge-asteroid-2005-yu55-earth-flyby-students.html Radio telescope footage going 29,000 mph. http://www.space.com/13550-asteroid-2005-yu55-images-radio-telescope.html Church News: Catholic Charities of Central Texas Harvest of Hope Interview Donations can be made online at: http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Harvest-of-Hope.html?soid=1102308223527&aid=gpBUedwfUsk http://www.ccctx.org/ The Saint Cecile Sacred… [Read More]
Esperar
De joven, mi fe Católica era importante para mí, pero era solo como algo que vivía en ciertos días (a veces a medias) y realmente solo a mi conveniencia. La guardaba en mi mochila para llevarla conmigo por si acaso me hacía falta. Como una identificación para mostrar quien era y por si se requería. … [Read More]
Ralph Martin to come to St. William tomorrow!
I have to say, when I first heard Ralph Martin* was coming to our parish, my first thought was I HAVE to meet this man and thank him profusely for his role in reenergizing our pastor, Father Dean Wilhelm. You see, Ralph Martin and Father Dean go back a “few” years and as it turned… [Read More]
Is Your Marriage for 72 Days or 72 Years?
Let me first say I am no marriage counselor, nor do I have the world’s best marriage. I do love my husband like crazy and I think we have a good thing going. That’s really where this is coming from…my heart. This year, we celebrated 15 years of marriage and I feel like we are… [Read More]
The Power of Positive
First, as a follow-up to my last post about how we get my two-year-old through Mass, I predicted that after a few months, our tactics wouldn’t work any longer and we’d be back to being “those parents” who can’t keep their kids under control. Well, I was wrong: Parenthood is about humility, eh? Moving… [Read More]
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