Day 64: Consequences of Sin (2022)

Fr. Mike explains why God would give the Israelites such drastic consequences for their sin, and how it reveals his divine plan and infinite mercy. Today’s readings are Numbers 15, Deuteronomy 13-14, and Psalm 96. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for […]

St. John Joseph of the Cross

John Joseph was born to a noble family on the Island of Ischia in Southern Italy in 1654. Even in childhood he was a model of virtue. Though he could afford nice clothes, out of respect for the poor, John Joseph preferred to wear simple clothing. As a teenager of sixteen, he entered the Franciscan […]

785: Confirmation Banana Song: What? Dr. Taylor Marshall [Podcast]

Footage of Banana Song from Sacred Heart Church Covina. Why do we make young people do these things to receive sacraments…and the silver lining. Watch this new podcast episode by clicking here: Or listen to the audio mp3 here: If you’d like to order a copy of Taylor’s new book Infiltration: The Plot to Destroy […]

Temptation in the Desert and the Divinity of Christ

Readings for Sunday, March 6, 2022: • Dt 26:4-10 • Ps 91:1-2, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 • Rom 10:8-13 • Lk 4:1-13 “The whole story of the Temptation is misconceived,” wrote Monsignor Ronald Knox, “if we […]