Prize-winning missionary never worried about security despite death threats
Kenya-based Kiltegan missionary Fr Gabriel Dolan SPS who has risked his life to support the poor and vulnerable was awarded a 2023 Presidential Distinguished Service Award by President Michael D. Higgins last week. Following the award, Fr Dolan told The Irish Catholic he was “honoured” and that he believes “it’s a recognition that the Church… […]
Social Media Heartbroken Over Young Catholic Killed on the Way Home From Eucharistic Adoration
Social media users expressed their deep sorrow over young Catholic and recent college graduate, Ryan Realbuto’s tragic death. 23-year-old Ryan Realbuto was on his way home from Eucharistic adoration when he was shot in an attempted robbery on Jan. 18, 2024, in Washington, D.C. Realbuto was a recent graduate of St. Bonaventure University and six […]
5 Remedies to Overcome Sadness, According to Saint Thomas Aquinas
The feast of Saint Thomas Aquinas is on January 28! This powerhouse saint and Church doctor left us with an outstanding amount of timeless knowledge. His writings include ways to prove the existence of God, a comprehensive guide to vice and virtue, and even lifestyle tips we can regularly use or recommend to a struggling […]
The End of Roe, Pro-Life Issues, and State Laws w/ Stephanie Gray Connors
Stephanie Gray joins the show to talk about her new Book “My Body for You: A Pro-Life Message for a Post-Roe World”. She and Matt talk about a wide range of topics from long distance dating to miscarriage, and of course abortion. Get Stephanie’s Book 15% off (Code: PINTS15): https://stpaulcenter.com/product/my-body-for-you-a-pro-life-message-for-a-post-roe-world/ Show Sponsors: https://ascensionpress.com/fradd https://strive21.com/matt
The Prelate who Faced Napoleon
Above: the restoration of Rome and the Papal Legations by Cardinal Consalvi to Pope Pius VII after the defeat of Napoleon. Engraving by A. Banzo after F. Manno It is said that once, to Napoleon Bonaparte († 1821), who threatened to destroy the Papacy and the Church, a man replied, “Your Majesty, you would be […]
Is This What Mary’s Face Looked Like? An Artist’s Depiction Based on the Shroud of Turin
You may have come across this image on the internet before. “What would the Virgin Mary’s face look like?” But is there any historical and scientific basis for it? Yes, and it is the result of the work of a Brazilian artist and teacher inspired by the Holy Shroud. Átila Soares da Costa Filho has a […]
9 Things to Know About the Holy Life of Saint Francis De Sales, Patron of Catholic Journalists
The Catholic Church celebrates the feast day of Saint Francis de Sales on January 24. Saint Francis de Sales is venerated as the patron saint of writers, journalists, and the Catholic press. He was born in 1567 in France. Here are nine more things to know about the life and legacy of this incredible saint […]
The Great Betrayal
In the past few weeks we have received a great blessing: the demonstration that for a large section of the Catholic Church around the world Pope Francis has gone too far. All the indications until now were that there was no limit to the capacity of the faithful to accept this Pope’s paltering with Catholic […]
Why Saint Thomas Aquinas is the “Angelic Doctor” of the Church: The Amazing Supernatural Story
Saint Thomas Aquinas is one of the greatest theologians of all time. He wrote “Summa Theologica,” a compilation of all the Church’s teachings, which contains thousands of pages. The saint composed proofs for the existence of God. He highlighted the harmony of faith and reason, showing how nothing the Catholic Church teaches contradicts logic or reason. So why is […]
“My Heart is Open”: Actor Russell Brand Unveils Interest in Christianity – Catholics Respond
“My heart is open,” actor and comedian Russell Brand said in a recent X (Formerly Twitter) video unveiling his interest in Christianity. Brand is known for his roles in many Hollywood movies, including “Despicable Me” and “Bedtime Stories,” to name a few. However, several of his past films consisted of immoral and explicit content. The […]