It’s true! Currently, there is a substantial effort underway to build a Shrine for the Blessed Mother Mary in the Diocese of Austin – where as of now, there is no Marian Shrine or Marian place of pilgrimage. This Shrine will be a gift to the Blessed Mother, and to the entire Diocese – it… [Read More]
Two Guys a Girl and a Catholic Podcast Episode 58: We Be On Stitcher
Episode 58 [powerpress] Feedback: Our show is now on Stitcher! Listen to us on your iPhone, Android Phone, Kindle Fire and other devices with Stitcher. Stitcher is Smart Radio for Your phone. Find it in your app store or at stitcher.com Stitcher SmartRadio- The Smarter Way to listen to radio – http://stitcher.com/listen.php?fid=23587 Current Events: Father’s Day… [Read More]
Staring at the Walls
Continuing from the previous blog post on the Catholic classic, the Spirit of Catholicism– we continue to look at the introductory Chapter 1. In the introduction to his book,The Spirit of Catholicism, Karl Adam confronts the common misunderstandings of Catholicism that are derived from the remote viewpoint of those who study comparative religion, or look… [Read More]
Sin Tiempo Para Rezar
Todos corremos de un lado al otro sin mucho tiempo extra entre todas nuestras actividades. En medio de toda la locura, a veces parece difícil encontrar tiempo para oración diaria. No hablo de los cinco minutos que tomamos para rezar rápidamente por nuestras veinte peticiones y luego corremos a lo que sigue, sino que en… [Read More]
The Value of Being a Morning Person
There used to be a time when I would see mass schedules for various parishes and gawk at the 6:30 AM daily mass times. “6:30?? That would mean I would have to wake up at 5, maybe earlier! That’s still nighttime!” (I wish I could say I said that when I was a kid, but… [Read More]
VBS is for Catholics, Too
As a Protestant “it” was a must-do summer event. Every church I knew saw “it” as their greatest evangelizing week. Of course, I’m talking about one of the greatest weeks of summer, Vacation Bible School, otherwise known as VBS. Growing up as an evangelical and mainstream Christian, some of my fondest “Jesus memories” stem from… [Read More]
We Are Prophets For A Future Not Our Own
My Dad and I had an interesting conversation in the car. Come to think of it, I can’t recall how the conversation started. We talked about the HHS mandate and the Bishops’ call to action and the upcoming Fortnight For Freedom. Towards the end of the conversation my Dad brought up an interesting aspect… [Read More]
They’re Only the Coolest Boys Camps Around!
A few years ago, we introduced our eldest son to Conquest, an apostolate aimed at increasing the faith of our young boys. Though we were new to Conquest, we weren’t new to the programs through Regnum Christi. Our eldest daughter had been fortunate enough to be introduced to the girls’ program called Challenge. For her,… [Read More]
Take, and Eat, and Adore, and Act!
This past Sunday we celebrated the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. For me, this celebration points to the greatest treasure in the Catholic Church – the present, tangible, body of our Savior, of God. “For my flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. Whoever eats my flesh… [Read More]
Jesus, The Visitation and Justin Bieber
On Wednesday May 30th, frantic officials in Oslo Norway called in the red cross to curtail growing hysteria which left 19 hospitalized and 49 injured. This was not an earthquake or a terrorist attack. Norway had been ravaged by the kind of mindless hoards whom could have only resulted from the dreaded free Justin Bieber… [Read More]
On Passing Judgment
Few verses in Scripture have been cited by contemporary culture as commonly as Matthew 7:1, “Judge not, that you may not be judged” (RSV). This excerpt has been used by non-Christians to beleaguer those standing up for the “big five” non-negotiables of the Catholic Church (abortion, euthanasia, embryonic stem cell research, human cloning, and same-sex… [Read More]
Media Discernment and You
I have a love/hate relationship with the media. I am Catholic and I am committed to my faith, but I work with many non-Catholics and with Catholics who are seeking direction. Being a good evangelist means I have to keep track of what’s going on outside the Catholic bubble, to follow the Bible’s advice to… [Read More]
I Want To Speak Now
We have things to say. The Gospel of Christ is a powerful message that is transformative and needed to be proclaimed. The message needs to be heard, so that is can work with and in people to help them discover who they are and whose they are. Today’s social and political reality has plenty of people… [Read More]
The Catholic Church vs. the Early Church?
Continuing from the previous blog post on the Catholic classic, the Spirit of Catholicism- we continue to look at the introductory Chapter 1. One of the questions that we are sometimes called to answer is: “WHAT EXACTLY IS CATHOLICISM AND WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT FROM OTHER RELIGIONS AND PHILOSOPHIES?” Many people THINK they know the answer to this question. … [Read More]
Soulless Zombies and the Pending Apocalypse
How often do you think about death? It’s 2012, and no year has brought on as much conversation about the end of the world since the new millennium. It seems like there is an ever-increasing collection of movies, shows, and even guidebooks warning us of our possible doom. Death is scary. It’s a violent act… [Read More]
Two Guys a Girl and a Catholic Podcast Episode 57: The Chupacabra Next Door
Episode 57 [powerpress] Feedback: bluelaurels Laura Gonzalez @AustinCathMedia sometimes when I’m dtwn I stop & wave at bubble cams on 6th to mess with/make some cop’s day. Depends on their mood. #2ggcp Current Events: Time to get get healthy? Chris – Diet NY Bans Sodas over 16oz Disney sets new standards for food… [Read More]
Saint Mary Cathedral Celebrates The Solemnity of Corpus Christi
On Sunday, June 10th at 10:45 AM parishioners and friends of Saint Mary Cathedral are invited to join together as we celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi. We will show our love for Christ in the Real Presence by processing with the Blessed Sacrament as we have for over 750 years. We will begin at… [Read More]
For Greater Glory: A Movie Review, y aún más
After experiencing the movie “For Greater Glory” last weekend, I was compelled to write. I hope this serves as a useful movie review, and then some (y aún más) – for I knew upon leaving the theatre that the experience demanded reflection. Practical bits first. This movie is rated R for a reason – the… [Read More]
Sin Hogar
Hace unos meses fuimos a cenar después de un evento en la iglesia. En camino a casa nos paramos para poner gasolina. Era una gasolinera donde a veces se ven unas personas que viven en las calles, ahí cerca de la carretera. Mientras mi esposo se encargaba de la gasolina, nuestra hija se fijo que… [Read More]
Unplug and save your prayer life!
I love technology blogs. I’ve been following Engadget and Gizmodo for over 6 years now. It’s to the point that I have difficulty buying anything of the electronic persuasion that’s currently for sale, because I’m already vaguely aware of what the next generation will bring. And with E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) going on this week,… [Read More]
To Bikini or Not?
“Moooommmm. WHY do we have to wear a coverup with our swimsuit?” my oldest daughter whined. “Because, sweetheart, it’s what girls do,” I replied. But is it really what girls do? Do girls and women really know how to be modest? Do they know how to feel beautiful without adding sexy into the mix? I’ll be… [Read More]
We Can’t Be Catholic Robots
It’s easy to forget what something means when you’ve said it a million times. It’s kind of like when you say a word out loud over and over. Somehow it manages to lose its meaning. Fork. Fork. Fork. Fork. Fork. Fork. Fork. Does it sound funny now? It is possible that this happens to us… [Read More]
Two Guys a Girl and a Catholic Podcast Episode 56: Papal Spies and Zombie Attacks
Episode 56 [powerpress] Feedback: angelsteph – Stephanie Weak Every time track 5 on Matt Maher’s CD plays, I speak the #2GGCP intro #fact @jdzondo @cristina120@cwillistonvi 🙂 Stephanie has two great podcast: TV Rewind Podcast From Darkness to Light podcast Current Events: Big Brother watches Austin closely. http://www.kxan.com/dpp/news/local/austin/big-brother-watching-austin-closely ‘Exorcist’ author to sue Georgetown after Sebelius visit… [Read More]
The Spurs, The Thunder and Your Catholic Faith
Last night after winning 20 games in a row and sweeping the first two rounds of the NBA Playoffs, the San Antonio Spurs lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder. While losing is never something a team looks forward to. It can sometimes be a relief, as the pressure to be perfect fades away and the… [Read More]
Are Baby Girls on the Endangered List? A Look at Gendercide
Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you didn’t exist? (And when I use the word “life”, I mean, the world around you that you’re familiar with…) Who would be the best friend of your current best friend? Who would be the spouse to your spouse? Who would be working the job… [Read More]
Ordinary Time Still a Time for the Extraordinary
I learned the importance of celebrating holidays in our own environment from my mother-in-law. Dating my to-be husband in high school, I was always pleasantly surprised how their house was always decorated to match the holidays! Doing so really created a sense of the season and excitement over whatever was coming or being celebrated.This practice… [Read More]
Book Review: Wool
Summer is upon us and we’re all looking for the next great read. So, what’s on your reading list? For those looking for recommendations, I suggest you look no further than Wool. Wool, like The Hunger Games, takes place in a post-apocalyptic future, but that’s where the comparison between the two series ends. In this… [Read More]
A New Media Guide for the New Evangelization (Review: “The Church and New Media”)
Here at Austin Catholic New Media, we strive to harness the most popular social technologies of the day to aid in the New Evangelization. In other words, since everyone and his grandma is on Facebook, can we share our Catholic lives in photos and status updates? Can we use YouTube to teach people about Catholicism?… [Read More]
The Pitfalls of Mercy
“For what greater sin can there be than to despise your Creator for that which should make you love Him more?” – Bernard of Clairvaux According to Catholic tradition, the seraphim are the highest order of angels, most proximate to God and endowed with the greatest wisdom and love. Like humans, all angels possess the… [Read More]
Two Guys a Girl and a Catholic Podcast Episode 55: Wisdom for the Class of 2012
Episode 55 [powerpress] Current Events: It’s graduation season… we’ll each have a chance to channel our inner commencement speaker. What’s your wisdom for the class of 2012? What you shouldn’t buy your HS graduate. http://shopping.yahoo.com/articles/yshoppingarticles/902/gifts-you-shouldnt-buy-grads/ Catholic high school withholds student diploma for Tebowing – http://offthebench.nbcsports.com/2012/05/22/catholic-high-school-withholds-grads-diploma-for-tebowing-on-stage/ Outro for segment, the best graduation speech ever? – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTJ7AzBIJoI Church News:… [Read More]
Mary, Our Star of the New Evangelization
Real beauty is seductive. It catches your attention, and then it draws you in. True beauty is so appealing that our souls recognize something very good communicated through it – something True. Just look at a starry night sky, a beautiful sunset, or a baby’s face. They all communicate a profound Truth – God is… [Read More]
The Spirit of Catholicism – “A Drive-By” (Pre-Introduction)
Despite the challenges that the Catholic Church experiences in the world today– including the fact that she faces an uphill battle against the current cultural climate — one thing is certain: she continues to survive. And in some places, including Austin, Texas, she even thrives. With the Church’s birthday, Pentecost, coming up this Sunday, it occurred to me that perhaps… [Read More]
Book Review: Our Lady of the Lost and Found
I’d like to offer this book review in honor of our Blessed Mother, as it is currently her month – May! I came across “Our Lady of the Lost and Found” lying around my parents’ house – which is the way I stumble upon many of good books. My mom was just finishing it. She… [Read More]
Marriage & Saltwater
Catholics believe that it is impossible for people of the same sex to marry each other. This particular Church teaching is one of the most often attacked from without (and, unfortunately, dissented from within). In order to better understand this doctrine, I would like to focus on one particular aspect of this doctrine: the necessary… [Read More]
Vocational Training Wheels
Cousins make really good mirrors. I suppose sisters do, too, but I don’t have any so I’m just going to stick to what I know. Anywho, I have an older cousin who has a really good knack for putting me back into perspective when I seem to get a little lost or overwhelmed. That tends… [Read More]
Andy Garcia, Eva Longoria, Peter O’Toole, Eduardo Verastegui y La Historia de México
El 1º de Junio se estrena “For Greater Glory” en cines de Estados Unidos. La película, también llamada “Cristiada” ya lleva semanas en los cines de México. Se trata de una etapa trágica (1926-1929) en la historia de México cuando el gobierno prohibió la fe Católica. Esta etapa, conicida como La Guerra Cristera, fue en… [Read More]
When Mass Hits Home
Sometimes Mass just hits home. Completely out of the blue, you’re showered with the Holy Spirit. That happened this weekend and it was awesome. During this weekend’s Mass, newly ordained Deacon Barry Cuba gave the homily. He always approaches the pulpit with humility, humor and insight so I was excited to hear what he had to say. … [Read More]
2nd Quarter ACNM Meet-Up – May 29th 2012
When: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 Time: 7:00pm until 9:30pm Where: St. William’s Parish Hall Section 2 Join us for our second quarter meet up as we gather to network and share. The main presentation and discussion will center around Pope Benedict XVI’s call for America to lead the New Evangelization. Open to all interested in… [Read More]
To The College Freshman Class of 2016
We get a lot of good Graduation advice. Steve Jobs told us in his graduation speech at Stanford that we shouldn’t waste our lives living someone else’s dream. Winston Churchill explained that we should never, never, never give in except to the convictions of honor and good sense in 1941. Ellen DeGeneres, at Tulane University… [Read More]
Sunday Says Podcast: May 20, 2012 Readings and Reflection
Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord (New Jerusalem Bible Translation) [powerpress] Skip to 4:50 minute mark to go to reflection. Acts 1:1-11 Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9; Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13 Mark 16:15-20 Reflection done by Cristobal Almanza – @SoulPainter Theme song – Ignite – Soundwave soundwave.cc Background music from JewelBeat Feedback Line Number: (512) 200-ACNM (2266) feedback@austincnm.com http://www.austincnm.com
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