The Real Purpose of Funerals

Funerals are meant to help us cope with the loss of a loved one, but that is only one of many deeper purposes they serve. In this video, Fr. Mike...

Mortal Vs. Venial Sin

Even though mortal sins are more deadly than venial sins, that doesn’t mean venial sins are harmless. Fr. Mike explains the damage venial sins do to us and advises us...

From Talent Show to Working with a Grammy-Nomin...

Musician and youth minister Connor Flanagan shares how he got involved in music ministry. Originally from Ohio, Connor wrote his first song at Franciscan University’s Austrian Campus, and from there...

What Defines You?

Whether it’s our reputation as the smartest person in the class or office or a signature beard that makes us look like Chuck Norris, we all have something distinct that...

Is Shyness Your Excuse?

Fr. Mike helps us break down the barriers that may keep us from evangelizing. He points out that the best way to spread the gospel is just by being yourself,...

Learning From Your Past

In this video, Fr. Mike advises us to dwell in the present and implement into this moment what we learned from the past. He points out that, while it isn't...