![The Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, Assisi, Italy](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2022-01/sara-bertoni-LOJWNNYkMDE-unsplash-1500x1000.jpg?itok=_WfOUhgj)
The Mendicant Vocation of Archbishop Chaput
Archbishop Charles Chaput joins Msgr. James Shea to discuss his vocation as a Franciscan friar, bishop, and archbishop, and to offer his insights on the current state of the Church in the United States.
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Fraternity and Christian Freedom
What is true Christian fraternity? How can men form friendships that offer both encouragement and accountability?
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Living the Lord's Joy
Chris Stefanick joins Msgr. James Shea to discuss the spiritual disposition of joy and the clarion call offered to all Christians: "The joy of the Lord must be your strength."
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God Wants His World Back
Fr. John Riccardo reflects on his life and priesthood and speaks about his ministry - ACTS XXIX - which exists for one simple reason: "God wants his world back."
![The Golden Gate Bridge at sunrise](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2021-06/oliver-plattner-NbzjTLL95DM-unsplash-1500x1000.jpg?itok=cKYoqr7e)
Receiving the Promise
Jesus has come for you, the same Jesus who healed anyone who approached Him in faith. He sees you. He loves you. Open your heart and receive the promise.
![Dr. Scott Hahn reflecting on the life of Father Michael Scanlan](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2021-06/Mixed%20Media%20Hero%20Images%20%2810%29.png?itok=AKjCdF5z)
Memories of Father Michael Scanlan with Scott Hahn and Monsignor Shea
Dr. Scott Hahn and Msgr. James Shea discussed the life, legacy, and impactful tenure of the late Fr. Michael Scanlan at the Franciscan University of Steubenville.
![Bishop James D. Conley](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2021-03/bishop-conley-hero-image-diocese-1500x1000.jpg?itok=kNDY9QwN)
There Will Be Light
Most Rev. James D. Conley, Bishop of Lincoln, joined Dr. James Link to discuss Catholic spirituality and psychology, reflecting on his own struggles with mental illness.
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The Lion of Pessimism
The lion of pessimism – of fatigue and disenchantment – is to be opposed by the extravagant hope of Christianity.
![An Archway at Saint Peter's Basilica](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2021-02/unsplash-arch-st-peters.jpg?itok=A3wEHMY6)
Tribute to Don Briel
The funeral homily of the founder of the Catholic Studies program serves as a tribute to a man who awakened countless souls to the profundity of the truth of Christ.
![The Ruins of a Rural Church](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2020-12/sergio-souza-J4SEbCRV46Y-unsplash-1500x1000%20%281%29.jpg?itok=HTftTdFw)
The Lion of Fundamentalism
The lion of fundamentalism stands opposed to charity, tempting Christians to an enclosed autonomy, exclusive of the world around us.