Blogcasts
Welcome to the Catholic Apostolate Centerβs blogcast series. Listen to these blog posts from the Ad Infinitum Blog featured on the Catholic Apostolate Centerβs website. Here you will find readings of some of your favorite posts.
Instruments of Peace and Love
We are called to bring Christβs love and peace to all whom we meet in every situation. The Pallottine Fathers and brothers dedicate themselves, under the inspiration of St. Vincent Pallotti, to work for greater peace and charity in our world. This blogcast explores βInstruments of Peace and Love" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Fr. Jacob Nampudakam, S.A.C. and read by Jonathan Harrison.
Summertime Spirituality
Summertime typically offers a more relaxes schedule and opportunities to break from the routine. This season should also be a time to deepen oneβs faith and grow in love and relationship with Christ, finding that balance between work and leisure. This blogcast explores βSummertime Spirituality" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Erin Donn and read by Fatima Monterrubio Cruess.
Relying on Jesus
Jesus is reliable and trust worthy. As God, he knows us better than we know ourselves and will always provide what we need and will draw us closer to himself. This blogcast explores βRelying on Jesus" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written and read by Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C.
St. Justin Martyrβs Lessons in Christianity
Saint Justin Martyr, an early Christian apologist, is best known for his First Apology, which documents Christian worship and beliefs in the first century. This blogcast explores βSt. Justin Martyrβs Lessons in Christianity" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Erin Donn and read by Brian Rhude.
Pastoral Care in the Context of Church History
Church history demonstrates the various ways evangelization encountered cultures in different times and places. These cultural contexts show how the same message of Christ, unchanging throughout the centuries, can be continually applied to allow Christ to encounter his people in their particular context. This blogcast explores βPastoral Care in the Context of Church History" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Christian Bordak-Roseman read by Monica Thom Konschnik.
Jesus Alive: Encountering the Truth of Christ
Jesus can easily be relegated in our minds to specific areas of our lives or in popular art. We see depictions of him in paintings, music, and films. But, Jesus is more real and more present to us than any artistic representation can reproduce. This blogcast explores βJesus Alive: Encountering the Truth of Christ" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Brady Baylis and read by Jonathan Harrison.
How to be an Easter People
Easter is the preeminent feast in the Churchβs calendar. It celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus and foreshadows our new life in Christ and our opportunity for salvation. As such, it is appropriate to celebrate this feast for the entire 50 days long season the Church provides us. This blogcast explores βHow to be an Easter People" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Erin Donn and read by Fatima Monterrubio Cruess.
Holy Week: Anticipation, Forgiveness, and Love
Holy Week is the most important week in all of the Catholic Church year. It commemorates the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus as well as the betrayal of Judas and Peter. This blogcast explores βAnticipation, Forgiveness, and Love" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Krissy Pierno. and read by Meghan Abando.
St. Joseph's Noble Example
Saint Joseph is a prime example of fatherhood for fathers, godfathers, and spiritual fathers. He trusted in the Lord and provided for Mary and Jesus despite not having a word in scripture. This blogcast explores βSt. Joseph's Noble Example" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Chris Pierno and read by Brian Rhude.
St. Frances of Rome: The Pride of a Name
St. Frances of Rome is known for her charitable works for the poor despite her noble status. She founded a religious society to help the suffering in Rome. After her husband passed, she lived with the community. This blogcast explores βThe Pride of a Name: St. Frances of Rome" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written and read by Sarah Scalfaro.
Lenten Transfiguration
Lent is the period in the Churchβs calendar to where the faithful are encouraged to rekindle their relationship with Jesus through practices such as prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Come Easter, we can rise with Christ a new creation. This blogcast explores βLenten Transfiguration" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Kate Fowler and read by Jonathan Harrison.
Letting Christ Reign in Your Lent
Lent precedes Easter as a season of preparation. We are encouraged to pray, give alms, and fast. We invite Christ more into our lives this time of year so as to bring about greater conversion before the great feast of Easter. This blogcast explores βLetting Christ Reign in Your Lent" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Erin Donn, and read by Meghan Abando.
St. Francis de Sales: The Doctor of Divine Love
St Francis de Sales is a popular Saint and Doctor of the Church who promoted the universal call to holiness and encouraged lay people to grow in holiness in their current state of life. This blogcast explores βSt. Francis de Sales: The Doctor of Divine Love" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Erin Donn and read by Brian Rhude.
St. John Bosco and the Power of Receptivity
St. John Bosco is known for his ministry and work with young people. This work finds its success in seeing the young people as infinitely loved by the Father and worthy of his love. This sentiment brought the young people to know Christ more personally. This blogcast explores βSt. John Bosco and the Power of Receptivity" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Danielle Schmitz and read by Fatima Monterrubio Cruess.
Christmas: Beyond a Twinkle
Christmas welcomes the coming of Jesus Christ into the world at his birth in Bethlehem. This Christmas season reminds us of Jesus as the Light of the World and how we are called to bring Jesus to others. This blogcast explores βBeyond a Twinkle" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Don McCrabb, D. Min. and read by Meghan Abando.