Catholic Apostolate Center Resources

We are called to bring Christ’s love and peace to all whom we meet in every situation. The Pallottine Fathers and brothers dedicate themselves, under the inspiration of St. Vincent Pallotti, to work for greater peace and charity in our world. This blogcast explores “ Instruments of Peace and Love " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Fr. Jacob Nampudakam, S.A.C. and read by Jonathan Harrison....

On this episode of the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio of the Catholic Apostolate Center continues a mini-series on Evangelii Gaudium , exploring the communal and societal dimensions of evangelization. Drawing on Pope Leo's recent consistory homily and his new encyclical, Fr. Frank unpacks why the Church's mission has never been just about private belief — proclaiming the Gospel has always...

Access Collaboration in Ministry resources On Mission : Collaboration and Co-Responsibility More episodes about Living as Missionary Disciples From the Ad Infinitum blog: Laborers in the Vineyard Collaboration and Co-Responsibility More blogs about Collaboration Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify   Fr. Frank Donio,...

Summertime typically offers a more relaxes schedule and opportunities to break from the routine. This season should also be a time to deepen one’s faith and grow in love and relationship with Christ, finding that balance between work and leisure. This blogcast explores “ Summertime Spirituality " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Erin Donn and read by Fatima Monterrubio Cruess. It seems that...

Access Collaboration in Ministry resources On Mission : Collaboration and Co-Responsibility More episodes about Living as Missionary Disciples From the Ad Infinitum blog: Laborers in the Vineyard Collaboration and Co-Responsibility More blogs about Collaboration Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify   Fr. Frank Donio,...

Jesus is reliable and trust worthy. As God, he knows us better than we know ourselves and will always provide what we need and will draw us closer to himself. This blogcast explores “ Relying on Jesus " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written and read by Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. God provides. Relying on Jesus means that we trust that God provides. Provides what? Not everything we want, the way we want...

We currently live in the age of the Church after Pentecost where we are called to be missionary disciples and spread the Good News to the end of the earth. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about our role as apostles in our daily lives. Pentecost is the birthday of the Church where the Apostles, endowed with the Holy Sp...

Saint Justin Martyr, an early Christian apologist, is best known for his First Apology, which documents Christian worship and beliefs in the first century. This blogcast explores “ St. Justin Martyr’s Lessons in Christianity " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Erin Donn and read by Brian Rhude. Have you ever considered what it would have been like to be a member of the Church in the first fe...

Co-responsibility means that the members of the parish pastoral council share in the evangelization efforts of the Church. Parish pastoral councils allow a collaboration between the pastor and the people of the parish to generate effective ministry to the community. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about parish pastora...

Consensus of the parish pastoral council permits greater discernment of God’s will. Parish pastoral councils allow a collaboration between the pastor and the people of the parish to generate effective ministry to the community. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about parish pastoral councils. “Consensus is not the pract...

Church history demonstrates the various ways evangelization encountered cultures in different times and places. These cultural contexts show how the same message of Christ, unchanging throughout the centuries, can be continually applied to allow Christ to encounter his people in their particular context. This blogcast explores “ Pastoral Care in the Context of Church History " from the Ad Infinitu...

Parish pastoral councils allow a collaboration between the pastor and the people of the parish to generate effective ministry to the community. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about parish pastoral councils. Parish pastoral councils are a consultative body in a Catholic parish that advises the pastor on pastoral matte...

Jesus can easily be relegated in our minds to specific areas of our lives or in popular art. We see depictions of him in paintings, music, and films. But, Jesus is more real and more present to us than any artistic representation can reproduce. This blogcast explores “ Jesus Alive: Encountering the Truth of Christ " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Brady Baylis and read by Jonathan Harrison...

Parish pastoral councils allow a collaboration between the pastor and the people of the parish to generate effective ministry to the community. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about parish pastoral councils. Parish pastoral councils are a consultative body in a Catholic parish that advises the pastor on pastoral matte...

Easter is the preeminent feast in the Church’s calendar. It celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus and foreshadows our new life in Christ and our opportunity for salvation. As such, it is appropriate to celebrate this feast for the entire 50 days long season the Church provides us. This blogcast explores “ How to be an Easter People " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Erin Donn and read by Fat...

Holy Week is the most important week in all of the Catholic Church year. It commemorates the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus as well as the betrayal of Judas and Peter. This blogcast explores “ Anticipation, Forgiveness, and Love " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Krissy Pierno. and read by Meghan Abando. Holy Week is one of my favorite weeks of the year; each of the days builds w...

Co-responsibility is the understanding that the baptized uniquely and collectively share in Christ’s mission to share the Good News. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about sharing collectively in Christ’s mission with those we are in ministry with. "At the same time, in the life of the Church, mission is closely linked...

Saint Joseph is a prime example of fatherhood for fathers, godfathers, and spiritual fathers. He trusted in the Lord and provided for Mary and Jesus despite not having a word in scripture. This blogcast explores “ St. Joseph's Noble Example " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Chris Pierno and read by Brian Rhude. As we continue through this “Year of St. Joseph” as  proclaimed by Pope Francis...

Compassion within ministry ensures that our relationships with those involved remain charitable and remain open to the will of God for the ministry. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about exhibiting compassion for our coworkers when people make mistakes or are at fault to help the ministry remain faithful to the missio...

St. Frances of Rome is known for her charitable works for the poor despite her noble status. She founded a religious society to help the suffering in Rome. After her husband passed, she lived with the community. This blogcast explores “ The Pride of a Name: St. Frances of Rome " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written and read by Sarah Scalfaro. Last year, I wrote a blog about my confirmation saint,...

Communication with God is the root than enables effective communication among ministry leaders and to keep the ministry focused on Christ. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about how we can communicate well within our ministries and ensure that God is leading the efforts. "At the same time, in the life of the Church, mi...

Holy cooperation involves integrating our ministry’s or apostolate’s decisions with the grace and movements of the Blessed Trinity to better come to discover where God is calling us. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio , about how we can collaborate with the Blessed Trinity throughout the process of discernment and decision...

Lent is the period in the Church’s calendar to where the faithful are encouraged to rekindle their relationship with Jesus through practices such as prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Come Easter, we can rise with Christ a new creation. This blogcast explores “ Lenten Transfiguration " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Kate Fowler and read by Jonathan Harrison. “ Peter and his companions had be...

Greater unity and communion with one another allow us to work together more effectively. The Apostles and the Blessed Virgin Mary gathered in the Cenacle, or Upper Room, to collaborate with each other and the Holy Spirit as they made decision and implemented their actions. This model of prayer and collaboration in union with the Holy Spirit should be emulated at all levels of the Church today, inc...

Lent precedes Easter as a season of preparation. We are encouraged to pray, give alms, and fast. We invite Christ more into our lives this time of year so as to bring about greater conversion before the great feast of Easter. This blogcast explores “ Letting Christ Reign in Your Lent " from the Ad Infinitum blog , written by Erin Donn, and read by Meghan Abando. “Jesus, let there be more of you an...