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September 12th and the Power of Words

Published September 12, 2011 • Written by Cristóbal Almanza Filed Under: Blog, Faith

Even for those of us in Texas without a direct connection to the events, September 11th will be marked in our memories until the day we die. While we all have our stories of where we were and what we were doing when he heard the news, many of us cannot remember September 12th with… [Read More]

Written by Cristóbal Almanza • Published September 12, 2011

Workplace Evangelization

Published September 7, 2011 • Written by Laura Gonzalez Filed Under: Blog, Faith, Young Adult

A while back, I wrote an article about Microevangalization: that is, sharing the Good News in small ways as often as possible. So, imagine my surprise when I read this part of a Yahoo article called “What Does Your Desk Say About You?” listing different items and their impressions: Rosary or hamsa:Third-rail alert! Religious icons can be the fastest… [Read More]

Written by Laura Gonzalez • Published September 7, 2011

When Clocks Fly: My Three Resolutions

Published August 31, 2011 • Written by Brandon Kraft Filed Under: Blog, Faith

Olivia, our oldest kiddo, celebrated her second birthday yesterday. A world away, Rome Reports reports that the Pope is beginning his search for the next guy to take his old job–Prefect of the Congregation of the Doctrine of the Faith. What’s the relation? Time flies. I can’t believe Olivia is two years old. She’s my… [Read More]

Written by Brandon Kraft • Published August 31, 2011

You Never Know

Published August 25, 2011 • Written by Kassie Filed Under: Faith, Young Adult

Earlier this week in the Diocese of Tulsa, a newly ordained priest and a seminarian were killed in a car accident. I didn’t know either of the men, but my heart goes out to their parish. This, combined with a personal battle my wonderful, wonderful parents are fighting at home has me thinking about the… [Read More]

Written by Kassie • Published August 25, 2011

The Issue of Kneeling

Published August 15, 2011 • Written by Cristóbal Almanza Filed Under: Blog, Faith

There are many different arguments among the faithful about the issue of kneeling. In fact, this argument has been around since the time of the Greeks and Romans, and it has been described as barbaric, demeaning, and enslaving. Most often it is said that we are past that and that it no longer suits the… [Read More]

Written by Cristóbal Almanza • Published August 15, 2011

My prayer journal is made of iPhone apps.

Published August 10, 2011 • Written by Laura Gonzalez Filed Under: Blog, Faith, Reviews, Social Media and Tech, Young Adult

I pray that anyone who got a succinct email from me today, will forgive any offense; I was tired. It’s entirely my fault and I apologize. But, staying up till 1 AM to find the perfect app to fit my prayer need was well worth it. It probably wouldn’t have taken so long if the… [Read More]

Written by Laura Gonzalez • Published August 10, 2011

Ladies in Lace: Catholic Women and Veiling

Published July 27, 2011 • Written by Laura Gonzalez Filed Under: Blog, Faith, Young Adult

I have to admit that I’ve got a little bit of a Christmas in July, complete with eager anticipation of the package to come. I just ordered a lovely brown lace chapel veil (mantilla) from veilsbylily.com and I can’t wait for it to get here! I’ve been looking for a modest veil for a while. I bought… [Read More]

Written by Laura Gonzalez • Published July 27, 2011

Catholic Rock Stars

Published July 24, 2011 • Written by Rita Suva Filed Under: Blog, Faith, Young Adult

“You cannot be half a saint. You must be a whole saint or no saint at all.” -St.Therese of Lisieux Ever since I was a child, I’ve had a fascination with saints, thanks to the detailed pictures in the book of saints my parents had. And, even as an adult I continue to have a… [Read More]

Written by Rita Suva • Published July 24, 2011

Lighten up! And other pithy things to contemplate.

Published July 21, 2011 • Written by Martina Filed Under: Blog, Faith

The road I’ve travelled to a better understanding of the Catholic Faith has been filled with a lot of bumps, bruises and pendulum swinging. I drifted away from my faith, my heritage and cultural identity in my college years {though I wouldn’t have thought of it that way at the time}. I figured, like all… [Read More]

Written by Martina • Published July 21, 2011

9 Things To Do When Needing Direction

Published July 20, 2011 • Written by Brandon Kraft Filed Under: Blog, Faith, Young Adult

It happens to all of us. Life is moving along swimmingly until it hits. “It” might be something thrown at us from the outside—a layoff, your child’s crisis, or realizing that all of the graduate programs you’ve applied to waitlisted you—or it can be internal—realizing that you’re not happy in your job/career, finishing college without… [Read More]

Written by Brandon Kraft • Published July 20, 2011

Why Are Christians Always Judging?

Published July 18, 2011 • Written by Cristóbal Almanza Filed Under: Blog, Faith

One of the most unattractive challenges in joining a Christian group is the fear of being judged. Honestly, most people fear the judgement of Christians over the judgment of God Himself. How can this be if Saint Paul reminds us not to judge others, “For we shall all stand before the judgment seat of God…”… [Read More]

Written by Cristóbal Almanza • Published July 18, 2011

Life, Detours and Trust

Published July 15, 2011 • Written by Jason Elizondo Filed Under: Blog, Faith, Family

So this week has been interesting to say the least… I’ve been out of college since 1999 and by the grace of God have always been gainfully employed. I’d managed to avoid or side-step a number of lay-offs and company closings, but my streak of dodging bullets ended this week.  As to be expected I’ve… [Read More]

Written by Jason Elizondo • Published July 15, 2011

Falling and Fighting – The Struggle for Christ

Published July 14, 2011 • Written by Sam Farias Filed Under: Blog, Faith, Young Adult

I’ve been a Catholic school kid my entire life. A fact that has provided me with a number of opportunities that many people didn’t get growing up. I had the opportunity to learn about my faith in school, to share my faith with all my friends and teachers, to pray openly. But I also had… [Read More]

Written by Sam Farias • Published July 14, 2011

Tattoos & the Church

Published July 13, 2011 • Written by Laura Gonzalez Filed Under: Blog, Faith

All about tattoos…kind of. Over some time now I’ve come to gather a series of resources regarding the morality of modern-day tattoos from the teachings of the Catholic Church. This is by no means extensive though. Regardless, I’d like to share what I’ve found in hopes that it will provide the insight you need (or at least… [Read More]

Written by Laura Gonzalez • Published July 13, 2011

Slow To Anger

Published July 6, 2011 • Written by Brandon Kraft Filed Under: Blog, Faith

Yesterday, my not-quite-2-year-old and I went to the post office to check my P.O. Box. As we were sorting the mail, a woman walked in 20 minutes after closing time, saw they were closed and was very upset. I’ll save all of the details, but picture language not appropriate to say in front of a… [Read More]

Written by Brandon Kraft • Published July 6, 2011

Communion of Hearts

Published July 5, 2011 • Written by Paul Michael Piega Filed Under: ACNM, Blog, Faith

The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary were held on July 1st and July 2nd of this year. Both of these days have a very special place in my heart. As one ponders the pierced side of Jesus’ body, we are able to know who… [Read More]

Written by Paul Michael Piega • Published July 5, 2011

St. Mary Cathedral Celebrates Enrollment & Investiture of Brown Scapular

Published July 5, 2011 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Blog, Faith

Saint Mary Cathedral Celebrates: 2st Annual Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast Saturday, July 16 @ 9-12 talks – 12:05 Mass Enrollment & Investiture of Brown Scapular What is the Brown Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel? A scapular consists of two pieces of cloth, one worn on the chest, and the other on… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published July 5, 2011

As American as Dissatisfaction

Published July 4, 2011 • Written by Cristóbal Almanza Filed Under: Blog, Faith

We Americans live in a world of milk and honey made up of hamburgers, baseball, and apple pies. Sadly, even when we live in a world full of such riches and opportunity, we can’t seem to have enough. Sure, times aren’t as good as they have been in the past for many of us, but… [Read More]

Written by Cristóbal Almanza • Published July 4, 2011

It’s a Difference of Feeling – Making Mass Meaningful

Published July 1, 2011 • Written by Sam Farias Filed Under: Blog, Faith, Young Adult

We’ve all thought it at some point in our lives: “Why does Mass have to be so boring?” I’ll admit to it. Growing up in a Catholic household, I used to dread going to Mass (although for a youngster I think that’s almost expected). And there have been times – yes, even as an adult… [Read More]

Written by Sam Farias • Published July 1, 2011

PMP and Social Justice

Published June 21, 2011 • Written by Paul Michael Piega Filed Under: Faith

Greetings to the Austin Catholic New Media Community. I would like to do a brief introduction of myself  before I begin my post on social justice. First off, I am very blessed and honored to be able to partake in this form of new media in the church. I am a recent Texas A&M University… [Read More]

Written by Paul Michael Piega • Published June 21, 2011

Obedience, Division, and Black Sheep

Published June 20, 2011 • Written by Cristóbal Almanza Filed Under: Blog, Faith

Unless you’ve been avoiding the internet over the last few days, you’ve probably already heard about Fr John Corapi’s decision to leave the priesthood. I  will not claim to be an expert on this situation but want share some thoughts on this issue. I would recommend you read this detailed analysis called Father Coarpi’s Bombshell…. [Read More]

Written by Cristóbal Almanza • Published June 20, 2011

Rosary lost, devotion found.

Published June 15, 2011 • Written by Laura Gonzalez Filed Under: Blog, Faith

Are there any statistics on how often the average person loses things? Particularly small things? Because I’m pretty sure I’m double that. Just ask my mom. (Just kidding, Mom!) Speaking of, I don’t think I told her that I had lost my Rosary. Ok, I admit I have several rosaries (and more than enough twine… [Read More]

Written by Laura Gonzalez • Published June 15, 2011

What We Look For

Published June 13, 2011 • Written by Chris Williston Filed Under: Blog, Faith

There are many joys to working with new media, but perhaps none more so than all of the “Stats” and other metrics provided by even the most basic of new media platforms.  I love the fact that everything is trackable because it not only gives me an idea of how people are responding to my… [Read More]

Written by Chris Williston • Published June 13, 2011

How Will They Know Who We Are?

Published May 31, 2011 • Written by Lindsay Wilcox Filed Under: Blog, Faith

Hello, ACNM readers! My name is Lindsay Wilcox; I’m the campus minister at the University Catholic Center over at UT, and I was recently invited to join the ACNM family. I’m very excited to share some of my perspectives on Catholicism in Austin with all of you. I am new to Austin, being from Maryland… [Read More]

Written by Lindsay Wilcox • Published May 31, 2011

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