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Mother Teresa, the Saint of Kolkata (Animated Short Film)

Today is St. Teresa of Kolkata's feast day! Enjoy this short film about the Missionary Mother of the poor and her vision of Jesus in the eyes of all those... Read more...

Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin (Animated Short Film)

"It is necessary that the heroic becomes daily and the daily becomes heroic.” ~ St. Zelie Martin Most of us know of St. Therese of Lisieux, the great Doctor of... Read more...

Sisters of Life: Joyful Ministry to Women in Crisis Pregnancies

As members of a broken world, we need to be reminded of Jesus’ love. The Sisters of Life share the Christian message by affirming that every life is worth living.... Read more...

How to Have a Healthy Relationship with Social Media (feat. Tanner Kalina)

Do you catch yourself endlessly scrolling through social media struggling with thoughts of envy, jealousy or lust? Today, Tanner Kalina shares some ways to have a healthy relationship with social... Read more...

God’s Mercy and Suicide

If you've lost a loved one to suicide, don't give in to despair. According to St. Faustina, God gives those who are dying three opportunities to repent. And since God... Read more...

Does God Expect You to Be Perfect?

When faced with debates about marriage, abortion, and other issues in today’s cultural wars, we often expect to offer the perfect representation of Church teaching. Do you find that you... Read more...

How the Mass Finds Its Roots in the Bible

Diving deep into themes found in the Book of Hebrews, Dr. Andrew Swafford explains how the roots of the Mass can be found in the Old Testament’s references to the... Read more...

The 3 Elements of Beautiful Things

Great philosophers and the Church have always taught that there are three objective elements of beauty, and that—therefore—beauty is not in the eye of the beholder. Those three elements are:... Read more...

Making Your Life Count

Paul J. Kim gives some key pointers on making your life count in the long run (eternity). He reminds us of the Last Judgment and how high the stakes are.... Read more...

Can Catholics Watch R Rated Movies?

Writer and producer Barbara Nicolosi discusses whether or not Catholics can watch R-rated movies. She admits that, ironically, many of today’s movies and shows excel in showing how lost humanity... Read more...

What It’s Like to Be a Catholic in Hollywood

Writer and producer Barbara Nicolosi talks about what it’s like to be a Catholic in Hollywood. While admitting that most people who work in Hollywood just keep to themselves and... Read more...

What’s Your Calling?

Part of answering the question “What’s your calling” is asking yourself what you actually want to do with your life. Another part of it is taking steps toward possible callings,... Read more...

Aly Aleigha playing guitar in field with blue skies

Artist Spotlight: Aly Aleigha

Musical artist Aly Aleigha plays her song, Awestruck, and discusses the mission behind her music, which is to bring people hope amidst adversity. Find out more about Aly at aly-aleigha.com.... Read more...

How to Evangelize with Food

How can we love our neighbors as Jesus tells us? Ennie Hickman, founder of Adore Ministries, and his wife Cana have a very simple (but not-so-easy) answer. Why not invite... Read more...

LGBT and Finding Catholicism: Hudson’s Story

In Hudson’s story, we hear about how those who have homosexual attractions are still sons and daughters of God first. While not shying away from the reality of his feelings,... Read more...

Spotlight of a Filmmaker: Chuck Kinnane

Film director Chuck Kinnane, known for his documentary film The Human Experience, discusses some of his recent projects—such as the film Child 31—and what inspires him to make the films... Read more...

Spotlight of a Filmmaker: Rob Kaczmark, Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, creative director of the Emmy Award winning Catholic video production company Spirit Juice Studios, shares a little bit about his work, how the company began, and how to get started producing your own great videos. Learn more at http://www.spiritjuicestudios.com. MORE FROM ASCENSION: Ascension Press main website Ascension Presents website The Great Adventure Blog SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Subscribe Read more...

Baptism and Superheroes

Fr. Mike Schmitz and artist Neilson Carlin plumb the depths of their knowledge of superheroes in this conversation in Neilson's studio. Go behind the scenes with these two comic book aficionados and learn how their interest in superheroes led them to greater things. Neilson lent his artistic talent to Ascension’s new program Belonging: Baptism in the Family of God. Learn more about Belonging here. Find out more about Neilson and his artwork at neilsoncarlin.com. Fr. Mike is also a presenter in these faith formation programs from Ascension: Chosen: This is... Read more...

Spotlight of a Calligrapher

Designer and calligrapher, Erica Tighe, of Be a Heart shares a story of personal transformation that took place through the development of her artistic talents. Erica is the owner and designer of Be A Heart. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from DePaul University in Chicago, moved to Brazil to work for Heart’s Home for a year and a half, then lived and worked in Brooklyn before moving to Los Angeles. She has a love for her Southwestern roots, bold patterns and all hand lettering. Her client... Read more...

Artist Spotlight: Autumn Irlbeck

Singer, songwriter Autumn Irlbeck shares a heart-to-heart moment, and tells a story about her experience of God’s love, which she noticed in a profound way on a Good Friday not long ago. She ends with a powerful solo acoustic song that proves how God can touch our souls unlike anything else. You can find more of Autumn’s work at https://www.facebook.com/littlebirdartistry Special thanks to Catholic Creatives for making this video possible by bringing so many amazing artists together at the Catholic Creatives summit. Read more...

A Catholic Guide to Partying

Ever wonder why one of the biggest parties in the country, Mardi Gras, is so popular in one of the most Catholic cities in the country, New Orleans? The truth is, Catholics know how to party. In this video, Catholic speaker Mari Pablo shares how surprised she was when she found out how much her Catholic friends loved to simply have fun. She shows how we can do the same and share our faith in the process. Read more...

Connor Flanagan - I Believe

Catholic musical artist Connor Flanagan and Ascension Presents team up for this custom music video for Flanagan's song, "I Believe (Mountains That I Face)." Find more of his music at connorflanaganmusic.com. Read more...

What Is Lectio Divina?

In this video, Fr. Josh Johnson teaches us how to read Scripture prayerfully and come away with something we can do to improve our faith in God. He demonstrates how lectio divina is a helpful guide in our walk toward eternity. For more on Catholic prayer, try Ascension’s study program Oremus: A Guide to Catholic Prayer. Read more...

For Everyone Doubting Themselves

Leah Darrow, Catholic speaker and former model, has a message to share with those who are looking for a deeper purpose in life. While telling a little of her own story, she speaks of how she went from feeling alone even while surrounded by friends to being surrounded by the satisfying love of God. Read more...

Anthony Visco: Spotlight of a Vocational Artist

Church artist Anthony Visco talks about the many aspects of religious art that have inspired him to make it his vocation. He encourages young artists to never be dissuaded, and to always imitate their Creator in their work. Read more...

Paul Kim Beatbox Tape

One-man acapella group Paul J. Kim shows off some of his impressive skills with the aid of a loop machine and a microphone. Read more...

Artist Spotlight: His Own

The musicians of His Own perform one of their praise and worship songs, while sharing their mission. Find out more about their ministry at http://www.behisown.com. Read more...

Everything Passes But God

Did you have a favorite song growing up, one that was like an anthem for your life? It probably doesn’t resonate with you as much as it once did, right? In this video, Fr. Josh Johnson explains why this might be so. It’s because our hearts and souls long for more than finite things. They long for the one who is infinite; and, as St. Augustine states, “Our hearts are restless until they rest in him.” MORE FROM ASCENSION: Ascension Press main website: http://ascensionpress.com Ascension Press YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/ascensionpress SOCIAL... Read more...

Steubenville NYC

A new season of Steubenville Conferences is about to start, and that means thousands of teens will come together in cities across the country to witness what it means to be the Church. The conferences grow larger every year, and last year, teens experienced the first Steubenville New York Conference. It didn’t disappoint. Ascension Presents was there for this milestone event. Check it out in this video. Read more...

Does God Always Show Us the Fruits of Our Prayer?

Maybe there’s someone in your life you’re hoping will come to know Jesus, and maybe you’ve been praying and fasting for this person as best as you know how. In this video, Fr. Josh Johnson gets to the heart of this genuine hope many people have. He challenges us to never lose faith, since God may be answering our prayers in ways we simply can’t see. MORE FROM ASCENSION: Ascension Press main website: http://ascensionpress.com Ascension Presents website: http://ascensionpresents.com Ascension Press YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/ascensionpress SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AscensionPress/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/AscensionPress LinkedIn:... Read more...

Become A Confident Man

What is the best kind of confidence? It’s easy to think that believing in yourself is all you need, but this video with speaker, singer, and inspirer Paul J. Kim takes a slightly different angle. He says that a man’s self-confidence should begin with confidence in The Man, Jesus Christ. Paul J. Kim challenges men not to settle for “being themselves," but to imitate Christ so that they can fully become who God made them to be. Find out more about Paul J. Kim. Read more...

Becoming A Living Image of Christ

Having trouble figuring out God’s will in your life? Not to worry. In this video, Fr. Josh Johnson explains how praying with Scripture is a great way to find some clarity. Praying with Scripture can help us discern God’s voice because it is God’s letter to us. So next time you go to pray, open up your Bible, and let God speak to you. For a great Bible study, visit http://bit.ly/1U5iVqA. For more on prayer, visit http://bit.ly/1YdBZm5. Read more...

John Paul II's "Secret Letters" Explained

In response to recent headlines, Jason Evert explains the story behind Pope St. John Paul II’s letters to Anna-Teresa Tymieniecka, a married Polish philosopher and friend of the pope before and during his papacy. Jason points out that—despite what our oversexualized culture would have us think—it is possible to have a genuine, chaste friendship with someone of the opposite sex. As Pope St. John Paul II said, “God uses human friendship to lead hearts to the source of divine charity.” Jason is a presenter in Ascension Press' new Theology of... Read more...

Leah Darrow on Modesty

Catholic speaker and author Leah Darrow shows how the Catholic approach to modesty is about more than good fashion. True modesty goes deeper than what meets the eye; when we exercise self-control over our thoughts, words, and actions, we act with modesty. Leah explains how this Catholic view of modesty is not restrictive, but instead liberates us by highlighting our God-given dignity. Read more...

Is Porn Cheating?

Bobby Angel, husband of Catholic musician and speaker Jackie Angel, talks about the serious spiritual effects of pornography on men and women. He explains how porn hijacks our natural ability to love and replaces it with a less dignified sense of ourselves and of others. Bobby also recommends several powerful weapons against porn: prayer, acts of charity, and asking friends to hold us accountable. Find more from Bobby at http://jackieandbobby.com. Read more...

An Acoustic Session with Patrick Mahon

With characteristic insight, Patrick Mahon shares his take on songwriting and his hopes and motivations in creating music. This acoustic session features the title song, “Allegheny River,” from his debut album, “Allegheny.” “Allegheny” releases December 1, 2015, and will be available for purchase and play via iTunes, iTunes Match, Spotify, Rdio, Deezer, Beats, Google Play, Google Play All Access, Amazon, TIDAL, YouTube, and Microsoft Groove. Read more...

Personality Test: Part 4

For this final video in her series on the natural temperaments, author and presenter Rose Sweet addresses the inclination we have to wear “masks” when circumstances require it. Using examples from her own life, Rose continues to explore the many nuances of personality, explaining how knowledge of ourselves can lead to happiness and holiness. Rose Sweet is the author and presenter of The Catholic Divorce Survival Guide (http://bit.ly/1iee6M2). Read more...

Personality Test: Part 3

In this third part of her series on personalities, Rose Sweet dives deeper into the the four natural temperaments by exploring the natural blends of choleric-melancholic, sanguine-choleric, and phlegmatic-sanguine. She also addresses the role that temperaments can play in different marriage relationships. For more from Rose Sweet on this topic check out her book, Personality Plus at Work. This video appeared first on Ascensionpresents.com. Read more...

What It Means To Be Human - Sister Miriam

Sister Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, reflects on a question a little girl asked her once, “Who are you supposed to be?” as she stood in line at Sam’s Club wearing... Read more...

Living Richly: Faith and Marriage

Authors Mark and Niki Kalpakgian dive into the mystery of marriage and parenthood, unveiling the blessings that are often overlooked when we’re caught up in the everyday of family life. They speak of all the joys they experienced after saying yes to starting a family, and share how their Catholic faith brought them this sense of fulfillment. Mark and Niki are the authors of Stars, Stripes, and Edelweiss: An American Family Braves Austrian Living. Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Ike Ndolo

Musician Ike Ndolo shares how he got involved in music ministry, and how powerful music can be in delivering the gospel message. He shares how inspired he is by Philadelphia’s response to Pope Francis’s visit. Ike sang at the Ascension Cafe, which was the place to be for young people at the World Meeting of Families. For more from Ike, visit ikendolo.com. Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Ennie Hickman

Ennie Hickman discusses how he got into ministry, and shares his excitement for how awesome Jesus is. He calls his uncontainable evangelistic joy kind of “accidental.” Ennie roadtripped with his wife and seven kids across the country to attend the World Meeting of Families and see Pope Francis. He went to see St. Pope John Paul II in Denver in 1993 and it changed his life, so he just had to have his family experience something similar. This video appeared first on http://apresents.flywheelsites.com Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Scott Mirkin

Executive producer of the entire papal event, Scott Mirkin talks about the logistics behind the planning of Pope Francis’ visit. He explains how he and his team had to take into account not only the pilgrims coming to see the pope, but also those who live in Philadelphia who need to continue their everyday lives while the pope is in town. Through it all, Scott says there’s a lot of love in the country’s fifth largest city during this World Meeting of Families. Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Deacon Harold

Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers meets with Ascension Presents in the Pennsylvania Convention Center after speaking at The World Meeting of Families. Deacon Harold spoke about Mary of Nazareth: The First Disciple and Mother of the Redeemer. Here he discusses the many lessons we can learn from Mary, the “perfect disciple” of Christ, and gives practical advice about how to withstand the pressure of the culture and support the family. Get all the latest from Ascension Presents at http://apresents.flywheelsites.com Deacon Harold is a presenter in Chosen: Your Journey Toward Confirmation. Learn more... Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Mary Beth Bonacci

Author and speaker Mary Beth Bonacci shares her joy for the growth of the chastity movement in America. Joined by Father Mike Scmitz in the Ascension Presents booth, Mary Beth talks about how love leads to and builds a strong family, and that’s what the World Meeting of Families is all about. Her books We’re on a Mission from God and Real Love were among the first in America to offer a positive message about chastity. Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Philadelphia Seminarians

Seminarians from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary meet with Ascension Presents producer Maria Mitchell in the World Meeting of Families Exhibit Hall. The seminarians will be on the altar with Pope Francis at various points throughout the pope’s visit to Philadelphia this weekend. Pope Francis will celebrate Mass in Sts. Peter and Paul Basilica on Saturday, September 26 and at the Festival of Families on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway September 27. You can follow all of the latest from Ascension Presents by subscribing to this Youtube channel at http://bit.ly/1LQra1a or by... Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Megan Mastroianni

Speaker Megan Mastroianni, a campus minister in an all-girls Catholic high school in Baltimore, speaks with Father Mike Schmitz at the Ascension Presents booth during the World Meeting of Families. She answers some of Father Mike’s questions about campus ministry in her school, and shares a little bit about her talk at the Ascension Cafe. Megan says the biggest battle for teen girls is self-esteem, and strives to help them find their identity within the Body of Christ. Learn more about Megan at http://meganspeaks.com/ Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Jim Coffey

Jim Coffey, vice president of the Papal Foundation, meets with Father Mike Schmitz at the Ascension Presents booth during the World Meeting of Families. The Papal Foundation helps the Holy Father to “be Peter” to those in dire need. Jim explains that the “stewards” of the foundation assist the Pope by providing resources to help hospitals, schools and various charities. Find out more at thepapalfoundation.com. Read more...

World Meeting of Families Fr Mike Schmitz and Fr. Josh Johnson

Father Mike Schmitz and Father Josh Johnson share their excitement for Pope Francis being in the country, and discuss his message of religious freedom. Father Mike also shows off some of his dance moves, as Father Josh discusses what he has enjoyed about the World Meeting of Families so far. The priests also speak a little bit about the upcoming Year of Mercy and encourage viewers to answer God’s call in their lives. Stay tuned for more interviews from Ascension Presents and visit http://apresents.flywheelsites.com for more videos from the World... Read more...

World Meeting of Families - Jackie Francois

Singer and speaker Jackie Francois-Angel is interviewed by Ascension Presents personality Father Mike Schmitz, as she prepares to speak and sing at the Ascension Cafe about Catholic marriage. In this video, she answers some tough questions about marriage, striking a balance between the negative notion and the fairytale notion often portrayed in our culture. This video appeared first on http://apresents.flywheelsites.com. Visit http://www.jackiefrancois.com/ for more media from Jackie, or visit http://jackieandbobby.com/ for more on dating, discernment and marriage. Jackie is also a presenter in Chosen: Your Journey Toward Confirmation. Learn more... Read more...

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