On Mission
110 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago -On Mission is a podcast from the Catholic Apostolate Center. Join Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. as they discuss all things relevant to the Catholic church today.
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The Papacy
April 19, 2024 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Fr. Conrad Murphy, Chaplain at the University of Maryland Catholic Student Center and host of the Habemus Papam podcast, to discuss the history and role of the pope from St. Peter to Pope Francis. The Papacy, established by Christ when he declared to St. Peter: “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it” (Matthew...
Recast: Liturgical Vestments
April 05, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and special guest, Joseph Basalla, as they discuss the history of liturgical vestments and the evolution of the garments worn by priests and deacons. In the liturgical calendar, the color for each day corresponds to that day's main liturgical celebration, even though Optional Memorials (perhaps with a different color) might be chosen instead. The four main colors shown are: White – Christmas Time and Easter...
Recast: Easter Vigil and Easter Traditions
March 22, 2024 04:00 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Fr. Jim Sabak, O.F.M., Director of Worship for the Diocese of Raleigh, North Carolina, to discuss the Easter Vigil Liturgy, the Vigil's symbolism, and Easter traditions. The rubrics of the Missale Romanum remind us that this "mother of all vigils" is the "greatest and most noble of all solemnities and it is to be unique in every single Church" ( Missale Romanum, "Rubrics for the Easter Vigil...
Podcast Evangelization
March 08, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Jonathan Sitko, Director of Programs at the Catholic Apostolate Center, to discuss podcasts and how they are an important evangelization medium in the 21st century. Podcasts are one of the most popular media outlets and the Church capitalizes on the number of people consuming podcasts. Throughout time, the Church has used the current technology to reach people and help them come to know Chris...
Finding Faith in Adolescence
February 23, 2024 05:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Sarah Harrigan, Assistant Director of Administration at the Catholic Apostolate Center, to discuss faith formation in their adolescent years. The adolescent years are formational in a child’s faith journey. During this time a child may come to understand their faith as a significant part of their life and that they belong in the faith community. Youth group gives adolescents the opportunity t...
Promoting the Good on Social Media
February 09, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., discuss how social media offers us an opportunity to spread positivity and Christ’s good news. Social media offers plenty of opportunities to communicate with people all over the world. With that opportunity one can use it to evangelize and spread peace in our lives. Sometimes social media content lacks charity, so when we engage on social media we must be mindful that there are real people on the other si...
Christmas Peace
January 26, 2024 05:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Amy Cardin, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., discuss the peace that Christmas offers and how we are called to bring that peace into our lives throughout the entirety of the year. Christmas is the most wonderful time of year, people are most joyful and can be extra generous. However, there is no reason why generosity and peace cannot be brought into our lives in the entirety of the year. As Christians, Christ--the Prince of Peace--gives us his peace i...
Recast: Music
January 12, 2024 05:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Emily Lomnitzer, a professional vocalist and diocesan youth choir director, to discuss the role of Sacred Music in Liturgy and personal prayer. Sacred music, or religious music, is music that is set apart from daily use and is used in the various rites and liturgies in the Church, such as Mass. It has been used in the Church's liturgical celebration for centuries. It is an integral part of th...
Recast: The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, and the Christmas Season
December 29, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Brian Rhude, Project Coordinator for the Catholic Apostolate Center, joins Chris Pierno and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss the Solemnity of Mary and Christmas Season celebrations. View Advent resources provided by the Catholic Apostolate Center. The season of Advent is the Church’s liturgical season of preparation for Christmas. It is often referred to as “the Little Lent”. Advent begins on the Sunday closest to the feast of St. Andrew, November 30th, and ...
Sharing the Faith with Young Children
December 15, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., discuss practical ways that parents and educators can share the Catholic Faith with young children on a daily basis. Some practical ways may include daily and routine opportunities of prayer, for example, before meals and before bed, utilize holy water on a periodic basis, start every morning with a hymn. One can introduce the Faith to even their youngest children by incorporating the Faith into everyday ...
Forming Leaders
December 01, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Monica Thom Konschnik, Director of Administration at the Catholic Apostolate Center, to discuss a forthcoming eformation resource designed for leaders within the Catholic Church of short-term service immersion experiences. At one point in a leader’s journey, they were following and being formed by another. The purpose of this formation program is to provide leaders of of short-term service i...
The Diaconate
November 17, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Deacon Mark Krejci, the Director of the Diaconate for the Diocese of Crookston, Minnesota, to discuss the diaconate and its role within the Church. The word deacon means “servant”. The diaconate has its origins in the Old Testament with Ancient Israel and one of the first deacons of the Church was St. Stephen in the first century. Jesus modeled the deacon when he washed the feet of the Apost...
Parish Faith Formation
November 03, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., are joined by Leonard Wathen, Director of Religious Education at St. Aloysius Church in Leonardtown, Maryland, to discuss faith formation within the parish and how to overcome various challenges. Faith Formation primarily focuses on deepening initial conversion to faith. It incorporates the catechetical, liturgical, and pastoral ministries. Because it is a form of evangelization, Faith Formation is a life...
Stewardship
October 20, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., and Jonathan Sitko discuss stewardship in relation to the Church, the parish, and daily life. The group also discusses how we are called to be stewards of God’s gifts and to use these gifts to serve and bless the community around us. The biblical concept of stewardship is first seen when Jesus tells the parable of talents and our responsibility to use them well (Matthew 25:14-30). The United States Conferenc...
On Mission
October 06, 2023 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., and Jonathan Sitko, Director of Programs at Catholic Apostolate Center, celebrate one-hundred episodes of On Mission. They discuss how the podcast came to be what it is today and in what ways we are all called to be on mission as apostles or Missionary Disciples. They reflect on how much the Internet and Catholic Content on the Internet has changed since they began podcasting. And they also discuss some of th...
Dr. Timoney on the Synod on Synodality
September 22, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Dr. Susan Timoney, S.T.D. who is the Associate Professor of Practice in Pastoral Studies, Associate Dean for Graduate Ministerial Studies, Director of the Certificate in Pastoral Ministry, Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program in the School of Theology and Religious Studies at the Catholic University of America to discuss the Synod on Synodality. Dr. Timoney recaps what has happened in th...
Marriage Part 2: Accompanying Couples
September 08, 2023 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this follow up to Marriage Part 1, in this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss the Vocation to the married life and the Sacrament of Marriage, one of the seven sacraments, and how on going accompaniment in a couple’s relationship is vital. They make reference to the USCCB document Called to the Joy of Love is the national pastoral framework for marriage and family life ministry. Accompaniment can be done among family members, friends, the...
Mary as Mother of the Church and Mothers as Our Primary Teachers
August 25, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBAs the feast of St. Monica (feast day August 27th) approaches, the mother of St. Augustine (feast day August 28th), who is known for her intercessory prayer for her son's conversion, please enjoy this episode about Mary as our Mother and the connection between her spiritual motherhood and the mothers in our lives with Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. who are joined by Krissy Pierno to discuss Mary's role as Mother of the Church and the role of mothers in the lives of th...
Marian Apparitions
August 11, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBAs the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven approaches, please enjoy this recast episode of On Mission where Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss the Marian apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Lady of Lourdes, and Our Lady of Fatima. Click here to view more information about Mary and Her Feast Days. Our Lady of Lourdes Our Lady of Fatima Our Lady of Guadalupe Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram...
Marriage Part 1
July 28, 2023 16:09 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss the Vocation to the married life and the Sacrament of Marriage, one of the seven sacraments, and how it is a spiritual and physical bond between the man and wife where the two become one flesh for the good of the couple and the procreation of children. They discuss in this episode the sacramental grace available to couples to draw from over the course of their marriage and the indissoluble nature o...
Lectio Divina
July 14, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss Lectio Divina, which is Latin for “Divine Reading”: what it is, how to pray with scripture, and how it can be a time of conversation with God. Lectio Divina is a traditional monastic practice of Biblical and scriptural reading, prayer, and meditation and contemplation with roots pertaining to St. Benedict and the Benedictines. Five steps one could use in Lectio Divina is: 1. Invoke the Holy Spirit t...
Maintain Prayer Routines During Summer Vacation
June 30, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined Christian Bordak-Roseman, a graduate of the Catholic University of America and former peer minister, to discuss how one can continue to pray and encounter Christ while on vacation and away from one’s typical routine. Prayer on vacation doesn’t need to be complex. Be sure to invite St. Christopher, the patron Saint of travelers. Some methods of praying away from home is to make Mass a priority, to...
Spiritual Growth During Collegiate Years
June 16, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Fr. Andrew St. Hilaire, Director of Campus Ministry at Bloomsburg University, and Christian Bordak-Roseman, a graduate of the Catholic University of America and former peer minister, to discuss opportunities available to university students to grow in their faith while they earn their degree. Some resources include Catholic groups and clubs such as Newman centers, campus ministry, and peer min...
Spirituality and Prayer Through Religious Charism
June 02, 2023 12:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Dr. David Rohrer Budiash, Director of Programs with the Conference of Major Superiors of Men and Managing Editor, Review for Religious, to discuss the various religious charisms that can inform one’s prayer, spirituality, and the work one does in their day to day life. Religious charisms are gifts that God gives to members of the Church, through the Holy Spirit and are particularly lived out i...
Laudato Si’
May 19, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Dr. David Rohrer Budiash, Director of Programs with the Conference of Major Superiors of Men and Managing Editor, Review for Religious, to discuss one of Pope Francis’ first encyclicals, Laudato Si’, translated to “Praised be,” and published in 2015. In Laudato Si’ , Pope Francis critiques materialism, consumerism, and a disregard for the care our common home for economic or personal gain and ...
Baptism
May 05, 2023 12:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss the first sacrament of initiation: Baptism, which is a washing away of Original Sin and a welcoming of the candidate into the family of God, marked by the washing with water, while invoking the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, along with anointing the individual with chrism oil. Baptism, then, brings all of the Baptized into the roles of priest, prophet, and king within Christ’s church. The bap...
World Youth Day: Lisbon
April 21, 2023 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Jonathan Sitko, Director of Programs at Catholic Apostolate Center, joins Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss World Youth Day (WYD) and what can be expected in Lisbon, Portugal on August 1 to August 6, 2023. World Youth Day is an international gathering every 2-3 years for Catholic young adults from ages 16-35 and focused around the Mass, prayer, and a personal encounter with Christ and the previous World Youth Day was held in Pana...
Remembering Pope Benedict XVI
April 07, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Joe Basalla, a Catholic School Teacher in Cleveland, Ohio, joins Chris Pierno and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss the life and the legacy of Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI), born April 16, 1927 in Bavaria, Germany. Pope Benedict XVI, known for his profound theological understanding and teaching, departed into eternal life on December 31, 2022. Joe Basalla discusses Ratzinger’s role in developing the teachings of the Second Vatican Council and worked clo...
Palm Sunday
March 24, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Joe Basalla, a Catholic School Teacher in Cleveland, Ohio, joins Chris Pierno and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss the final Sunday of Lent, the beginning of Holy Week, and the Sunday before Easter, known as Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion. Joe Basalla discusses how Palm Sunday takes place in the Gospels and the experience of the liturgy where the faithful receive palms and take place in a procession, signifying Christ’s triumphant, yet peaceful--as represe...
Pilgrimages
March 10, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Alex Cranstoun, Assistant to the Director of Pilgrimages and Communications Specialist at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., joins William Tishuk and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss Alex’s work at the Basilica, planning pilgrimages to the Shrine, and how pilgrimages are distinct from a vacation or a trip and are an analogy of the pursuit of Heaven on the Earthly journey and are means by which the faithful ex...
Shrines
February 24, 2023 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Alex Cranstoun, Assistant to the Director of Pilgrimages and Communications Specialist at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., joins William Tishuk and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss Alex’s work at the Basilica and what role shrines play in popular devotion of the Church’s members and as sacred places, which can hold relics of saints, commemorate famous apparitions, and are where people can encounter Christ a...
Parents Introducing the Faith to Their Young Children
February 10, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Tom Carani, collaborator with the Center, and William Tishuk, Production Associate with the Center, joins Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss their experiences of introducing the Catholic Faith, beginning with Baptism, to even their youngest children by incorporating the Faith into everyday family experiences through the rhythms of the Liturgical Year, the Sacraments, Sunday Mass, personal witness, and daily prayers as well as the ...
eFormation
January 27, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Tom Carani, from Catholic Faith Technologies, and Jonathan Sitko, Director of Programs at the Center, joins Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss Catholic online formation as a tool for individuals, parishes, and dioceses to share the Faith and the Gospel, to provide formation opportunities and courses to earn certifications for anyone all over the globe. To view the Catholic Apostolate Center’s online course catalogue click here...
Engaging Those Who are Not Connected With the Church
January 13, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Deacon Mark Krejci from the Diocese of Crookston, Minnesota joins Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss practical tips for accompanying friends and loved ones back into the Church. To learn more about the Diocese of Crookston, Minnesota, click here. Click here to access the Art of Accompaniment resource page. Click here to access the Living as Missionary Disciples resource page. Click here to access the Marriage and Family resour...
Parish Evangelization
December 30, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Deacon Mark Krejci from the Diocese of Crookston to discuss missionary discipleship and accompaniment at the diocesan and parish levels. To learn more about the Diocese of Crookston, Minnesota, click here. Click here to access the Art of Accompaniment resource page. Click here to access the Living as Missionary Disciples resource page. Click here to access the Collaboration in Ministry ...
Spiritual Works of Mercy
December 16, 2022 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBIn this episode of On Mission, as a companion to the Corporal Works of Mercy episode, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss the Spiritual Works of Mercy and offer some guidance for performing the Spiritual Works of Mercy. Click here to access the Center’s Works of Mercy Resource Page. Click here to listen to the Corporal Works of Mercy episode. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spot...
Corporal Works of Mercy
December 02, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss the Corporal Works of Mercy and how one can perform these acts of mercy amidst their daily lives. Click here to access the Center’s Works of Mercy Resource Page. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts S...
Advent Resources
November 18, 2022 16:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Center colleague, Sarah Harrigan, Manager of Communications and Special Programs, joins Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to share about her work on new resources for Advent by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Notes: Click here to access the Center’s Advent Resource Page. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Cent...
Thanksgiving and Faith
November 04, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBClick here to access the Center’s prayer resource page. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify On Mission is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources and podcasts. Listen to Fr. Frank’s weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.
10th Anniversary Wrap Up
October 21, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined again by Center colleague, Monica Thom Konschnik, Director of Administration, to reminisce about the Center’s growth in the past ten years and what has exceeded their expectations. Click here to learn more about The Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify Follow us: The Catholic Apost...
Lay Missioners
October 07, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Center colleague, Monica Thom Konschnik, Director of Administration and a member of the Board for the Catholic Volunteer Network, to discuss her experience in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and her work with the Catholic Volunteer Network. Click here to learn more about the Catholic Volunteer Network. Click here to learn more about the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. Click here to access the Center’...
Eucharistic Revival: Diocesan Phase
September 23, 2022 12:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Marilyn Santos, Associate Director of the Secretariat of Evangelization and Catechesis at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, joins Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to provide further details about the Diocesan Phase of the Eucharistic Revival and what it means for the Church in the United States and worldwide. Click here to access the Eucharistic Revival’s website and to fill out their newsletter. Follow us: The Catholic ...
Prayer, Work, and Life Balance
September 09, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss the challenges of making time for prayer in the midst of daily responsibilities and offer tips and advice for finding a balance. Click here to access the Center's Prayer Resource Page. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram ...
Social Media
August 26, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this recast episode of On Mission, originally published February 2020, from Twitter to Facebook, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and special guest Connie Poulos talk about the importance of evangelization through social media. Click here to access the Center's Social Media Crash Course resource page. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center Th...
Extemporaneous Prayer
August 12, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss what it means to pray extemporaneously and how it can be incorporated into daily prayer. Click here to access the Center's Prayer Resource Page. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify On Missio...
Spiritual Direction
July 29, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, Chris Pierno, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discuss how people can be accompanied through spiritual direction to grow in faith. Click here to access the Center's Art of Accompaniment resource page. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify On Missi...
Talking to Children About Suffering
July 15, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Dr. Kristin Witte joins Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss why and how to talk to children about suffering and loss in life. The National Alliance on Mental Illness' resources can be accessed by clicking here. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 24/7 and it's toll-free and can be called at 1-800-273-8255 or resources can be accessed online here. Click here to access the Center's Self-Care for Ministry Resources. Follow us: The Cat...
Mental Health and Spirituality
July 01, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Dr. Kristin Witte to discuss the connection between prayer and spirituality and mental health. The National Alliance on Mental Illness' resources can be accessed by clicking here. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 24/7 and it's toll-free and can be called at 1-800-273-8255 or resources can be accessed online here. Click here to access the Center's Self-Care for Ministry Resources. Follow...
Father's Day
June 17, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Jonathan Lewis joins Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to discuss Chris and Jonathan's experiences as fathers and the importance of parish communities in their lives. Click here for more resources on Marriage and Family life. More On Mission episodes about fatherhood: Episode 49: Fatherhood: Teenagers and Young Adults Episode 42: Spiritual Fatherhood Episode 37: Fathers Episode 36: The Year of Saint Joseph Follow us: The Cathol...
The Knights of Columbus
June 03, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MBIn this episode of On Mission, Chris Pierno, Kate Fowler, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. are joined by Tyler Lomnitzer, Director of Programs and Member Engagement for the Knights of Columbus, to discuss who the Knights of Columbus are and how they fulfill the call to charity and evangelization. Click here to learn more about the Knights of Columbus and how to get involved. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify...