The Protestant Reformation, a seismic event in the history of Western Christianity, was spearheaded by Martin Luther, whose actions and writings irreversibly transformed the religious landscape of Europe. Central to understanding Luther's revolutionary ideas is an examination of his personal life, particularly his complex relationship with his father, Hans Luther. This relationship, marked by tension... Continue Reading →
Pat Flynn Debunks Naturalism: Insights from ‘The Best Argument for God’
Join us as Pat Flynn, esteemed philosopher, writer, and podcaster, delves into his transformative journey from philosophical naturalism to classical theism in our enlightening discussion on 'The Best Argument for God.' Exploring themes from his latest book, Pat shares personal anecdotes and rigorous philosophic insights that challenge naturalism and compellingly argue for the existence of... Continue Reading →
ACST Catholic Introduces Revolutionary Service to Assess Parish Ministry and Parishioner Discipleship
ACST Catholic, a leading provider of technology solutions for Catholic parishes and dioceses, has launched The Discipleship Indicator, a powerful new service that enables Catholic parishes to build or strengthen ministries to help form intentional disciples. This innovative resource has been developed to serve parishes in forming and activating disciples for evangelization.
Saint John XXIII Foundation Celebrates Patrons at Annual Patrons’ Reception
On Thursday, May 2, the Saint John XXIII Foundation hosted its second annual Patrons’ Reception in San Antonio, TX, to honor and recognize those generous faithful who have joined the Foundation in its mission to nourish the faith of Catholics in the Armed Forces and Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Centers by contributing as Patrons.
Today we celebrate an extraordinary 22-year-old modern saint
Certain saints capture our hearts in a special way, helping us see that we can follow their example and become saints too. One of these, for many young people, is Blessed Alessandra Sabattini, who died 40 years ago on May 2, with the liturgical celebration of her feast falling on May 4. Sabattini was a... Continue Reading →
Pope’s May Prayer Intention: For the formation of men and women religious
Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of May: For the formation of men and women religious and for seminarians. In his video message, the Pope emphasises the ongoing development of their vocations through grace, prayer, community, and witness to the Gospel. This May, Pope Francis has invited us to offer our…Pope’s May... Continue Reading →
Saint John XXIII Foundation Announces Creation of a New Endowed Scholarship
The scholarship was created with a generous founding gift of $75,000. The donors chose to honor the life and legacy of service of Father Vincent Robert Capodanno, the Maryknoll Missionary tragically killed in action while faithfully serving as a Navy chaplain during the Vietnam War.
Cause for canonization opened for young Polish lay missionary killed in Bolivia
Who was Helena Kmiec? Servant of God Helena Agnieszka Kmiec was born on Feb. 9, 1991, in Krakow. She was the second daughter of Jan Kmiec and Agnieszka Bejska. Her mother died just a few weeks after she was born. Her father later married Barbara Zając, and Kmiec was raised “in a home full of... Continue Reading →
Sunday Mass Readings
Sunday, April 28 Fifth Sunday of Easter Roman Ordinary calendar St. Louis de Montfort, St. Gianna Beretta Molla (1922-1962) Acts of the Apostles 9,26-31. When he (Saul) arrived in Jerusalem he tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him, not believing that he was a disciple. Then Barnabas took charge of him and brought him... Continue Reading →
Church Joyfully Welcomes U.S. Navy Chaplain Candidate as Newly Ordained Transitional Deacon
The Reverend Mr. Jacob Christian Gwynn, LTJG, USNR, a candidate for the Catholic priesthood and United States Military chaplaincy, was ordained a transitional deacon on Saturday, April 13, for the Diocese of Venice, FL.