Catholic Apostolate Center Resources

As parishes re-focus after a long summer, they can generate a lot of spiritual growth through the idea of discipleship. Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C, and Fr. Frank DeSiano, CSP, provide a way to think about and exercise discipleship today. Using the evangelization document, Living as Missionary Disciples, they look at ways in which Catholics carry out discipleship and ways in which we can grow as discip...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. continues the series on Saint John Paul II’s apostolic exhortation, Ecclesia in America , and discusses the first chapter about encountering Christ and the call to bring others to encounter Christ. To read Ecclesia in America ,  click here to access it via the Vatican’s website . Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The C...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. introduces a new series on Saint John Paul II’s apostolic exhortation, Ecclesia in America , written following the Special Assembly for America of the Synod of Bishops, which met in 1997. To read Ecclesia in America ,  click here to access it via the Vatican’s website . Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's po...

This blogcast explores "Learning from the Witness and Joy of St. Lawrence," written and read by Brian Rhude.    “Learning from the Witness and Joy of St. Lawrence” by Brian Rhude. Author: To learn more about St. Lawrence, please click here .   Brian Rhude is the Project Coordinator for the Catholic Apostolate Center where he works in developing Center programming, assists in updating and creating...

In this episode of the In Infinite Ways podcast, host, Jonathan Sitko, is joined by guest, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., to discuss Fr. Frank's journey into the Pallottine community, the priesthood, and now as the Director of the Catholic Apostolate Center. Read more about Fr. Frank Donio by clicking here .   Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Appl...

In this webinar, as a continuation of the Eucharistic Revival, the panelists talk about best practices for dioceses after Corpus Christi, as well as opportunities to integrate existing efforts into the wider themes of the revival. ​ Follow us: - The Catholic Apostolate Center - The Center's podcast website - Instagram - Facebook - Apple Podcasts - Spotify   Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. continues the series on the Eucharistic Revival and how the Revival culminates with the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana in 2024 and continues thereafter with going forth as Eucharistic missionaries. For more information about the Eucharistic Revival, visit the  Eucharistic Revival’s website . Follow us:...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. continues the series on the Eucharistic Revival and discusses the fourth goal of the Revival: to form, inspire, and launch missionary disciples, filled with the love of God and neighbor that comes from an encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist, to the margins of the Church and the world. For more information about the Eucharist...

This blogcast explores "Silencing the Noise and Recommitting to Prayer," written and read by Kate Fowler.  "Silencing the Noise and Recommitting to Prayer" by Kate Fowler   Author: Kate Fowler is the Blog Coordinator for the Catholic Apostolate Center. She received her Master's in Leadership for the New Evangelization from the Augustine Institute.    Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The C...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. continues the series on the Eucharistic Revival and discusses the third goal of the Revival: to elevate the truth and practices of our Catholic Faith through the rediscovery of the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist, the source and summit of our Church and of who we are as the people of God. For more information ab...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. continues the series on the Eucharistic Revival and discusses the second goal of the Revival: to spark personal conversions through the joyful discovery of a relationship with Christ by encountering the love of God present in Jesus in the Eucharist. For more information about the Eucharistic Revival, visit the  Eucharistic Rev...

This blogcast explores "St. Martha Is so Relatable," written and read by Krissy Pierno. "St. Martha Is so Relatable" written and read by Krissy Pierno.   Author: Krissy Kirby is a teacher for the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C.   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 po...

In this premiere episode of the Catholic Apostolate Center podcast, In Infinite Ways , Brian Rhude, Project Coordinator, speaks with Bishop Caggiano of Bridgeport, Connecticut about his journey to becoming a bishop and about the importance of communal meals.  Bishop Caggiano is also the host of his podcast Let Me Be Frank .   Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website I...

The Catholic Apostolate Center and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Secretariat for Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth are pleased to announce the fifth webinar in a series surrounding synodality. This webinar, Toward Participation: Unpacking Leadership of the Laity in the Church, explores themes of leadership throughout the Church. Included in this webinar is a discussion of e...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses the Body of Christ found in the Eucharist, the Church, and on the cross as a continuation in the series on the Eucharistic Revival. For more information about the Eucharistic Revival, visit the  Eucharistic Revival’s website . Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook A...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. introduces a new series on the goals of the Eucharistic Revival and discusses the unitive qualities of the Eucharist. For more information about the Eucharistic Revival, visit the  Eucharistic Revival’s website . Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify &n...

This blogcast explores "Let Jesus Talk to You," written and read by Tom Carani. "Let Jesus Talk to you," by Tom Carani Author: Tom Carani is a Consultant for the Catholic Apostolate Center and a co-author of the Center's work The Art of Accompaniment: Theological, Spiritual, and Practical Elements of Building a More Relational Church .   Tom received a BA in Theology and Religious Studies from The...

This blogcast explores "My Grandmother: Model of Accompaniment," written and read by Colleen Campbell. " My Grandmother: Model of Accompaniment ," by Colleen Campbell . For more resources on accompaniment, please click here .   Author: Colleen Campbell is the Coordinator of Formation Programs at the Catholic Apostolate Center, and a 3rd year PhD student studying Catechetics at The Catholic Univers...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. shares some considerations on how suffering can assist the growth of holiness when it is united to Christ’s suffering on the cross. Follow us: - The Catholic Apostolate Center - The Center's podcast website - Instagram - Facebook - Apple Podcasts - Spotify   Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, whic...

This blogcast explores "St. Joseph the Vigilant: Reflections from a Godfather," written by GJ Flannery and read by Chris Pierno. "St. Joseph the Vigilant: Reflections from a Godfather" by GJ Flannery. This blogcast was read by Chris Pierno .   Author: GJ Flannery graduated from Boston College with a degree in Theology, specializing in Ethics and International Justice. His passion lies in empowerin...

In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. offers insight into how suffering can have redemptive qualities when united to Christ on the cross. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick and Its Foundation in the Economy of Salvation:  Catechism of the Catholic Church #1500-1513 . Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook...

This blogcast explores "Standing Apart for Christ," written by Amy Blythe and read by Sarah Harrigan. "Standing Apart for Christ" by Amy Blythe. This blogcast was read by Sarah Harrigan .   Author: Amy Blythe is a wife and mom to 4 children, ages 5 and under. She holds her MA in Pastoral Theology from Loyola University-Chicago and has worked in campus and high school ministry. When she isn't wrang...

As a continuation in the series about the Saints on the Son Rise Morning Show, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses patron Saints and how devotions to particular Saints can aid spiritual growth. Click here to access the Catholic Feast Day website. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify   Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appear...

This blogcast explores “The Family: The Heart of Evangelization," written by Susan A. Fowler and read by Monica Thom Konschnik. "The Family: The Heart of Evangelization," by Susan A. Fowler. This blogcast was read by Monica Thom Konschnik .   For more resources on marriage and family, please click here.                 Author: Susan A. Fowler was born and raised in Maryland and has been a lifelong...

Click here to access the Catholic Feast Day website. Follow us: The Catholic Apostolate Center The Center's podcast website Instagram Facebook Apple Podcasts Spotify   Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission , which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections . Follow the Center on Facebook , Instagram ,...