Podcasts on living as missionary disciples.
Welcome to the Catholic Apostolate Center Podcast channel! Listen to the Catholic Apostolate Center staff and collaborators discuss topics that pertain to active Catholics in the world today. Below you will find our feature-length podcast, On Mission, where you can catch up with Chris Pierno, and Center Founding Director, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., as they discuss all things Catholicism. You will also find various reflections from Center coordinators as well as Blogcast readings of the Ad Infinitum Blog.
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On Mission
In this episode of On Mission, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and special guest, Joseph Basalla, as they discuss the history of liturgical vestments and the evolution of the garments worn by priests and deacons.
In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Fr. Jim Sabak, O.F.M., Director of Worship for the Diocese of Raleigh, North Carolina, to discuss the Easter Vigil Liturgy, the Vigil's symbolism, and Easter traditions.
In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Jonathan Sitko, Director of Programs at the Catholic Apostolate Center, to discuss podcasts and how they are an important evangelization medium in the 21st century.
In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Sarah Harrigan, Assistant Director of Administration at the Catholic Apostolate Center, to discuss faith formation in their adolescent years.
In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., discuss how social media offers us an opportunity to spread positivity and Christ’s good news.
In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., discuss the peace that Christmas offers and how we are called to bring that peace into our lives throughout the entirety of the year.
In this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Emily Lomnitzer, a professional vocalist and diocesan youth choir director, to discuss the role of Sacred Music in Liturgy and personal prayer.
In this episode of On Mission, Brian Rhude, Project Coordinator for the Catholic Apostolate Center, joins Chris Pierno and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss the Solemnity of Mary and Christmas Season celebrations.
In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., discuss practical ways that parents and educators can share the Catholic Faith with young children on a daily basis.
Reflections
For the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Fr. Frank reflects on our bearing good fruit for Christ.
For the Fourth Sunday of Easter, Good Shepherd Sunday, Fr. Frank reflects on being the voice of the Good Shepherd to others.
For the Third Sunday of Easter, Fr. Frank reflects on our being sent to all as witnesses of Christ.
For the Second Sunday of Easter, Fr. Frank reflects on opening the doors of our hearts and minds to the Risen Christ.
For Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Fr. Frank reflects on the kingdom that Christ brought into the world.
For the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Fr. Frank reflects on our true purpose in life, serving Christ.
For the Fourth Sunday of Lent, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on choosing to live in the light and truth of Christ.
Blogcasts
This blogcast explores “What is My Life? - Reflections on Motherhood," written and read by Kate Fowler.
This blogcast explores “Finding Faith in a New Parish," written by Christian Bordak-Roseman and read by Chris Pierno.
This blogcast explores “From Servants to Servitude—Aloysius Gonzaga," written by Alex Cranstoun and read by Patrick Hyland.
This blogcast explores “Encountering God in the Ordinary," written by Conor Boland and read by Monica Thom Konschnik.
This blogcast explores “Persevering through the “Gray” Moments with Christ" written by Christian Bordak-Roseman and read by Tom Carani.
This blogcast explores “Living Sickness in the Presence of God," written by Fatima Monterrubio Cruess and read by Patrick Hyland.
This blogcast explores “What is My Life? - Reflections on Motherhood," written and read by Kate Fowler.
Resources
Son Rise Morning Show 04/24/2024: Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. on the Path to Pentecost
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses the joy of Easter and the peace we receive from Jesus Christ.
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses surrendering our will and desires so that we can unite ourselves more closely to Christ.
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses suffering as seen by St. Vincent Pallotti as a time where God is particularly close.
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses St. Vincent Pallotti’s view of sacrifice and how our lives are to be lived for Christ and for others.
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses St. Vincent Pallotti’s view of selflessness and cooperating with God’s grace to reform our lives.
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses St. Vincent Pallotti’s view of self-denial as a means of growing closer to God and the Saints.
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses St. Vincent Pallotti’s prioritization of solitude as a means of communicating with God and meditating on the mysteries of salvation.
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses Ordinary Time.
In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses themes of Advent from St. Vincent Pallotti, specifically Hope in Christ.
In this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Fr. Conrad Murphy, Chaplain at the University of Maryland Catholic Student Center and host of the Habemus Papam podcast, to discuss the history and role of the pope from St. Peter to Pope Francis.