For the past several years, one mainstay of my Lenten devotionals has been the fine resources created by Catholic Relief Services' CRS Rice Bowl program. It's very easy for me to recommend Rice Bowl because I have seen firsthand the work done around the world that is undertaken via our small Lenten … [Read more...] about Who Are Your “Innkeepers”?
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Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #02 – Ken Kniepmann: Lent Prep!
Believe it or not, it's almost time for Lent! If you're like me, maybe you're still unwrapping the gifts of the Christmas season. But the time has come to ponder our Lenten fasting, prayer and almsgiving. To that end, I'm happy to share my interview with Ken Kniepmann, author of the new book Lenten … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #02 – Ken Kniepmann: Lent Prep!
Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #01 – Pete Socks
I'm happy to be back behind the microphone for a new project, my "Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast" with Breadbox Media. Breadbox Media has been around for a few years in different formats, but the team there is now at work assembling an impressive team of podcasters that includes Sonja Corbitt, … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends Podcast #01 – Pete Socks
Celebrate Catholic Schools Week with Chime Travelers
I was excited to hear from my friends at Franciscan Media this week that they are offering a weeklong special on my Chime Travelers series of children's fiction. Now through February 3, you'll save 25% off the series when you shop here using promo code CATHOLICSCHOOLS2018. This is near and dear … [Read more...] about Celebrate Catholic Schools Week with Chime Travelers
3 Minutes with Jennifer Baugh
My first encounter with Jennifer Baugh (see Jennifer's bio here), the gifted Founder and National Executive Director of Young Catholic Professionals, occurred at a leadership conference. As I sat in the audience listening to this remarkably poised young woman speak, I knew that I wanted to meet her … [Read more...] about 3 Minutes with Jennifer Baugh
12 Strong
Some of the toughest scenes to watch in 12 Strong--the ones that most hit me in the gut--don't happen when a band of Green Berets courageously venture, against all odds, into war astride horses. They don't happen in bloody battle scenes of man versus tank. They're not played out as inexperienced … [Read more...] about 12 Strong
Forever My Girl
I find it perfect that Forever My Girl launches in theaters nationwide today, on the weekend when we gather nationwide to champion the dignity of every human life. On its surface, this likable romcom is a story about love lost and refound and about the beauty and complexity of chasing our dreams. … [Read more...] about Forever My Girl
Paddington 2: Lesson In Generosity Overflows with Hilarity and Marmalade
What if you could take the kids to a movie this weekend that promises to teach them valuable lessons about kindness, generosity of spirit, the value of hard work, and the importance of community? And what if said movie featured the latest technological advances in animation, a diverse and … [Read more...] about Paddington 2: Lesson In Generosity Overflows with Hilarity and Marmalade
When NICE Works: An Inside Look at Paddington 2
Hitting theaters this week is a film that flies in the face of much of what makes blockbuster films popular these days. Tomorrow, I'll offer my full review of Paddington 2. Today, I'm happy to share my recent experience of sitting down with some of the film's key players to learn more about the … [Read more...] about When NICE Works: An Inside Look at Paddington 2
Kenya Journal: Journeying to Kenya with Unbound in 2018 #UnboundAdventure
Hujambo! Are you ready to pack your bags and embark upon another #UnboundAdventure? I'm thrilled to share that in February, we'll again be journeying with my friends at Unbound to see the work being done by Unbound staff and sponsors in the country of Kenya. This will be my third trip to Africa, … [Read more...] about Kenya Journal: Journeying to Kenya with Unbound in 2018 #UnboundAdventure
Tools for Your 2018 “Pray More” Resolution
If you're like me, it's likely you will spend at least an hour or two over the next few days looking back in recollection over 2017 and planning ahead for the New Year. We "resolution makers" are taught to make "SMART" goals that can be easily tracked over time. In recent years, I've found "Pray … [Read more...] about Tools for Your 2018 “Pray More” Resolution
3 Minutes with Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle
Lately, I've been thinking about how busy we all are these days. Too busy to do housework, to cook, to plan, to communicate. Too busy to read. Too busy to pray. Too busy. I share this because I've been so "too busy" that it's taken me literally months to share this fabulous (and very brief) … [Read more...] about 3 Minutes with Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle
Lisa Hendey & Friends – Live with Scott Weeman
This week on my new podcast project Lisa Hendey and friends, I'm happy to share a conversation with a young man who has become both a role model and a friend. Scott Weeman is the Founder of Catholic in Recovery and the author of the great new book The Twelve Steps and the Sacraments. Whether you are … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends – Live with Scott Weeman
Lisa Hendey & Friends – Live with Maria Morera Johnson
As an avid podcast listener, I've been hankering for a return the world of audio conversations. What always trips me up is the amount of time it takes to accomplish "post-production" on podcasts. So I've decided to forego complications and simply try to record a weekly Facebook Live conversation … [Read more...] about Lisa Hendey & Friends – Live with Maria Morera Johnson
Coco
Immediately after my screening of Coco on the Disney lot a few weeks ago, I informally "interviewed" two members of its target demographic: children. I had noticed them come into the theater with their mom, a journalist who was also there for the screener. He, approximately seven, sported a Coco … [Read more...] about Coco