Ignition

Living the Christian life requires that we pay attention: to God, to those around us, and to ourselves. But being attentive is harder than ever, largely because of technology. So, what can we do about that? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this second of two episodes of Ignition. Enjoy!

Living the Christian life requires that we pay attention: to God, to those around us, and to ourselves. But being attentive is harder than ever, largely because of technology. So, what can we do about that? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this first of two episodes of Ignition. Enjoy!

A common misconception of God is that rather than being a good and loving Father, He in fact is a cruel tyrant who simply seeks to dominate us. Why do we think that, and what can we do about it? That's what Dr. Chris discusses in this episode of Ignition. Enjoy!

We all desire to live lives of deep peace and joy. But how can we do so? By living each moment and each day with a contemplative spirit. Is it easy? No. But it works. That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

Jesus is with us in all sorts of ways... we just need to train our spiritual sight to recognize Him. That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman discuss in this episode of Ignition. Enjoy!

Why are we so busy? Because we want to be. Why? Philosopher Peter Kreeft says that Blaise Pascal has the answer. That's what Dr. Chris discusses in this episode of Ignition. Enjoy!

There are many amazing things about the Mass, but one of the lesser known ones is this: in the Mass, we truly, actually and really participate in the worship of God that's going on all the time in heaven. That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

Many Catholics, upon setting out to the read the Bible, are shocked at the level of violence and immmorality in the very first book of Genesis. So, what's going on here? Why is this stuff in the Bible, and what are we to make of it? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

Each and every one of us has been made by God, for God. That is, we all have an innate capacity for Him and desire for Him. But what does that mean, and what does it matter? That's what Dr. Chris discusses in this episode of Ignition. Enjoy!

Lent is less than two weeks away, and in order to make it as spiritually fruitful as possible, now is the time to start thinking & praying about what you'll do this year. That's what Robyn Bruggeman and Dr. Chris discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

What is the Catechism of the Catholic Church, why was it written, and why should you read it? That's what Robyn Bruggeman and Dr. Chris discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

Jesus never promised that following Him would be easy; to the contrary, He calls us to take up our crosses daily. But He does call us to greatness. In this episode, Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz talk about how Pope Benedict taught this fundamental truth about the Christian life. Enjoy!

"Why won't the Catholic Church get with the times?" This is a common question posed to many of us, but how do we respond? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, have you ever wondered why we call Him "Christ"? That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman do in this episode. Enjoy!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, it's worth pondering what His name means and what it matters. That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman do in this episode. Enjoy!

"Love" isn't just something that God does... it's also who He is. What does that mean, and what does that matter? That's what Pope Benedict addresses in his document God is Love, and it's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

Dr. Chris and Renae continue their deep dive into what we do and why we do it at the Mass, looking again at the Eucharistic Prayer. Enjoy!

One of the great challenges of our time is apathy and indifference, even on the part of fellow believers. How can we respond to this? By living lives of intense witness to Jesus Christ, lives that look different, that stand out... that are weird. That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

The Church warns us against practices like horoscopes, astrology, tarot cards, and so on. Why? Because they lead us away from our Heavenly Father and our trust in Him. That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

To be baptized means that we are joined to Jesus, and that in Him, we become priests, prophetics and kings or queens. But for the lay person -- those who aren't ordained or in religious life -- what does that mean? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this second of a two part series on Ignition. Enjoy!

To be baptized means that we are joined to Jesus, and that in Him, we become priests, prophetics and kings or queens. But for the lay person -- those who aren't ordained or in religious life -- what does that mean? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this first of a two part series on Ignition. Enjoy!

There are a lot of misconceptions and misunderstandings about the Second Vatican Council today. So, what was the purpose of Vatican II? What was it really about? That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman discuss in this episode of Ignition. Enjoy!

We want it to be true that what goes around comes around because of our God-given desire for justice. But is that in fact true? That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman discuss in this episode of Ignition. Enjoy!

In the opening paragraphs of his document The Joy of the Gospel, writes that the great danger of today's world is "the desolation and anguish born of a complacent yet covetous heart, the feverish pursuit of frivolous pleasures, and a blunted conscience." What does he mean by this, and what is the solution? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

Although our culture often portrays Chrisitians as buzz kills and debbie downers, the reality is that with an authentic relationship with Jesus Christ comes a deep and profound experience of joy. This is the central theme of of the Pope Francis' most important documents, and it's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode. Enjoy!