Category: Catechesis
The Historical Reality of the Resurrection
There is an important difference between religious respect and religious relativism. The former demands a charitable attitude that acknowledges the movement of God in every human heart; the latter shrugs its shoulders and says that every religion is really the same. Showing respect gives… Continue Reading “The Historical Reality of the Resurrection”
Was Jesus wrong about homosexuality?
This is written for those who consider themselves to be followers of Jesus Christ. Gay marriage has dominated the headlines in every major media source these past few days. Equal signs are everywhere in social media. Lawyers debate the “legality” of same-sex marriage. Proponents… Continue Reading “Was Jesus wrong about homosexuality?”
Videos! And an update on Bobby (and me.)
If you’re not into reading X-rays, let me explain it to you: see that big crack in the femur? Yeah, that shouldn’t be there. Two weeks ago my son Bobby (10 years old) was playing basketball. He fell backwards and everyone heard a loud… Continue Reading “Videos! And an update on Bobby (and me.)”
38 Hours
Here’s a video I wrote as a reflection on the love that God the Father has for us, based on a true story that Dr. Scott Hahn uses as the introduction of his book, A Father Who Keeps His Promises. Produced by the ever amazing folks… Continue Reading “38 Hours”
How the Catechism Made Me Catholic
I remember looking down and seeing blood on my hands. My head was still spinning from the line of cocaine that I snorted in the bathroom. The prostitute I just had sex with was face down on the bed, murdered. Did I do it?… Continue Reading “How the Catechism Made Me Catholic”
The 40 Day Spiritual Workout!
Since I relaunched my site through WordPress a couple months ago, the question people have asked most is, “What happened to the 35 Day Spiritual Workout?” Now, at long last, I can break the silence. The 35 Day Workout has been transformed into… the… Continue Reading “The 40 Day Spiritual Workout!”
When I read the bible…
Hello everyone! The amazing folks at Outside Da Box just produced another video I wrote. It’s to help teens understand why the Bible is important in their life. What do you think?
I’m on EWTN
Quick note: I’m the guest on “Franciscan University Presents” and the topic is “Benedict XVI and the New Evangelization.” I haven’t seen it yet but it felt pretty good in the studio when we taped it. For those of you who’d like to see… Continue Reading “I’m on EWTN”
Proving the Existence of God
Just got through a weeklong retreat for priests, deacons, and seminarians and then dove into another amazing conference for high school students. Very busy, but very blessed! You might think the topics covered at a retreat for priests and a conference for high school… Continue Reading “Proving the Existence of God”
Miracles!
Two weeks ago I played music for the Catholic Charismatic Conference at Franciscan University. The main presenter was Damian Stayne, a great preacher with a powerful healing ministry. He lives outside of London and he’s a Chelsea fan, so that made him okay in… Continue Reading “Miracles!”
My most popular book!
Deacon Bob Rice 