Why be Catholic? Reasons to choose the Catholic Church
Real “All-in” Friendship With Jesus
In this presentation I gave in Kansas, I reflect on having deep friendship with Jesus and how it can be transformative for our lives.
Discover the Sacred Heart of Jesus
A parish in Kansas invited me to give a parish mission several months ago. This is one of the talks I gave, reflecting on the importance of knowing Jesus’ Sacred Heart.
The Mass
A Step-by-Step Guide to the Catholic Mass
Secret Prayers
Priests have to pray 9 so-called “secret” prayers during Mass. These prayers are a reminder for all of us to focus on the Lord and “pray without ceasing.
The Eucharist
The WRONG ways to receive Holy Communion
In this video I share some of the most unusual ways I have seen people receive Holy Communion, and I discuss the importance of reverently receiving the Eucharist.
Confession
Mortal Sin: Does the Catholic Church still believe in it?
Understanding Confession
This is my guide to all those Catholic words related to confession that you might find confusing: penitent, confessor, confessional, prie-dieu, stole, contrition, penance, absolution, and reconciliation.
Confession in the Movies
In this video, I review the portrayal of confession in The Simpsons, Godfather III, Calvary, and Father Dowling Mysteries. This is a fun way to learn about confession and see what Hollywood frequently gets wrong with this sacrament.
Mary and Joseph
A Guide to Marian Apparitions
How many times has Mary appeared? How are apparitions “approved”? What should we make of Medjugorje? In this 20-minute video, I cover all this and more!
The “St. Joseph” Mysteries of the Rosary
You know about the Joyful, Luminous, Glorious, and Sorrowful Mysteries of the rosary. But you’ve probably never heard of the St. Joseph Mysteries! This video is an introduction to this devotion which is popular in the hometown of the Holy Family: Nazareth.
Miscellaneous
WHO SHOULD YOU CALL?
In this video, I reflect on when it’s best to call a priest and and when it’s best to call a therapist. Do you know the limitations of each? This video will be helpful for any Christian who wants to work through emotional or spiritual issues but is unsure where to turn.
A priest’s thoughts on demons and ghosts
In this video I discuss the difference between demons and ghosts. I also offer some suggestions on how to diagnose the weird things that people claim happen in their homes.
“Men in Black: Why do priests wear that?”
Why do priests wear black? Why is there a small white part at the top? In this video I cover the history and the meaning of the Roman Collar, and I offer some suggestions for all of us to give better public witness to our faith.
“Lessons from 7 years of seminary”
Weeks before my priestly ordination in 2013, I gave a talk in which I reflected on seminary life and some of the biggest spiritual lessons I learned along the way. This is a fun “blast from the past” and a reminder to me that I used to be cool…
