OSV Talks

Perfectionism is perilous. It holds us in place with shame, blame, and judgment. It keeps us from personal holiness and weakens the impact of our ministry. And, sadly, it’s rampant in the Church. As Catholics, we are called instead to healthy striving, to allow grace and forgiveness into the messiness of our mission. In his emotional and entertaining OSV Talk, Doug Tooke from ODB Films discusses t...

Did you know that 42% of U.S. Catholics are Latino? If you only count those aged 18 and younger, it's 63%. So how is it that our Catholic communities have become so segregated? In this eye-opening talk, Dcn. Charlie Echeverry calls attention to the “powderkeg” that is the Latino Catholic community in the U.S. If the Church is to live, we must listen to the voice of God together—rather than le...

Motivational speaker Paul Kapsalis talks about his life of perseverance and how his understanding of that word has changed over time. Though he found great success through his persistence, it was built on a false sense of self-sufficiency. Over time, Paul has come to realize that perseverance is meaningless if it is not paired with peaceful surrender and reliance on God. Watch this full OSV Talk a...

An unspoken fear looms over Catholics this year: “What if things don’t go back to normal?” In his OSV Talk, Dan Cellucci proposes a much-needed response: What if that’s a good thing? What if God is calling us to be much greater than the “old normal”? In this stirring talk, Cellucci reminds us that Christianity is not about meeting a bare minimum. It’s about seeking more abundant life—in every time...

What is religious freedom, really? What is its purpose in the U.S., and how is it abused by those who don’t understand it? In her OSV Talk, Montserrat Alvarado provides a stirring and passionate defense of religious freedom for people of all faiths and how our society is called to more than tolerance: we are called to love. Watch this full OSV Talk and explore more at: osvtalks.com OSV Talks is a...

Sarah Yaklic is the Chief Digital Officer for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. In her beautiful OSV Talk, she explores the possibility and necessity of mercy in a digital landscape that grows increasingly hostile. She discusses how her own experiences led her to understand the incredible beauty of God’s infinite mercy and how, if we learn to reconnect and see one another as individuals again, we ca...

Sarah Yaklic is the Chief Digital Officer for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. In her beautiful OSV Talk, she explores the possibility and necessity of mercy in a digital landscape that grows increasingly hostile. She discusses how her own experiences led her to understand the incredible beauty of God’s infinite mercy and how, if we learn to reconnect and see one another as individuals again, we ca...

When we speak our native language, our vocabulary insists on nuances unique to our own experiences. It is no wonder why Pope Francis wrote his encyclical Christus Vivit in Spanish. His understanding of serving the young church came from his experiences. To truly understand this, however, we must be diligent in examining interpretations of his words. This talk breaks down major cultural differences...

From traditional documents to modern performances, liturgical music is a topic for in-depth investigation. This talk walks us through the arresting foundations of Catholic worship music and invites the viewer to re-think the contemporary understanding of song in liturgy.  Watch this full OSV Talk and explore more at: osvtalks.com OSV Talks is a podcast presenting topics from prominent Catholic lea...

Ministry is not a career…or at least…it shouldn’t be. However, ministry does demand professionalism in both approach and exercise. What does this mean? This talk invites the viewer to assess their own ministry behavior and re-examine the high standards set by the history of professional ministry throughout time. Watch this full OSV Talk and explore more at: osvtalks.com OSV Talks is a podcast pres...

Can Kung Fu inform modern evangelization? The answer is yes and the tactics will startle you! This talk will send you on a mission exploring the practices of a martial artist in sharing the Gospel in the 21st Century. Jared’s love for Bruce Lee has taught him principles of incredible success in sharing Christ’s message with the world. Behold this incredible icon of film and martial arts and be pre...

From bank executive to religious Sister, conversion can truly turn your life upside down. This change is rooted in discernment. Sr. Josephine crafts a beautiful message of vocation and the need to accept the daily offering of our God for purposes and sharing the mission. This talk will challenge, invite and inspire viewers to re-think the need for conversion and the path of healthy discernment. Wa...

In his talk, The Inefficient Innovator, Jason Shanks talks about the urgent need for unscaled innovation in ministry and evangelization. Breaking down the methods that have always guided the work of parishes and ministries, Jason challenges his listeners to think beyond efficient processes, become hungry for souls and embrace an infinite mindset. Watch this full OSV Talk and explore more at: osvta...

What is religious freedom, really? What is its purpose in the U.S., and how is it abused by those who don’t understand it? In her OSV Talk, Montserrat Alvarado provides a stirring and passionate defense of religious freedom for people of all faiths and how our society is called to more than tolerance: we are called to love. Watch this full OSV Talk and explore more at: osvtalks.com OSV Talks is a...

Motivational speaker Paul Kapsalis talks about his life of perseverance and how his understanding of that word has changed over time. Though he found great success through his persistence, it was built on a false sense of self-sufficiency. Over time, Paul has come to realize that perseverance is meaningless if it is not paired with peaceful surrender and reliance on God. Watch this full OSV Talk a...

As a Franciscan in the Bronx, Fr. Agustino Torres knows how desperately we need to live like St. Francis right now. We need to work where we are and engage our neighbors with love and zeal. We need the poverty of Francis to reveal our own impoverished spirits. And we need to encounter the poor, not as an opportunity to feel good about ourselves, but as our family, as the very face of Christ. In hi...

Did you know that 42% of U.S. Catholics are Latino? If you only count those aged 18 and younger, it's 63%. So how is it that our Catholic communities have become so segregated? In this eye-opening talk, Dcn. Charlie Echeverry calls attention to the “powderkeg” that is the Latino Catholic community in the U.S. If the Church is to live, we must listen to the voice of God together—rather than le...

An unspoken fear looms over Catholics this year: “What if things don’t go back to normal?” In his OSV Talk, Dan Cellucci proposes a much-needed response: What if that’s a good thing? What if God is calling us to be much greater than the “old normal”? In this stirring talk, Cellucci reminds us that Christianity is not about meeting a bare minimum. It’s about seeking more abundant life—in every time...