Ignition

Dr. Chris and Renae continue their deep dive into what we do and why we do it at the Mass, talking this episode about the significance of the church foyer, of holy water and of genuflecting. And there might be a contest... ignition@sfcatholic.org

What's the very first thing that happens at Mass? You might be surprised at the answer! What it is and what it matters is what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode.

Where does the Mass come from? What are its origins? In this episode, Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz look at one of the most significant biblical roots of the Mass and why it matters for us today.

What, exactly, is the Mass? Why do we "do" the Mass? And what difference does it make in your own life? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this first of a multi-part series on Ignition.

In order to draw closer to Jesus, it's important to not only know him and know about him, but it's important to know myself as well. Although it's often overlooked, self-knowledge is crucial to growing as a missionary disciple of Jesus Christ. But how, exactly, do we do it? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae discuss in this episode!

In the Diocese of Sioux Falls we've got a vision: Lifelong Catholic Missionary Discipleship Through God's Love. But... so what? What does this vision really matter? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode of Ignition.

When we look at the culture around us, we might be tempted to throw our hands up in frustration or even despair. But St. Paul reminds us of who our true enemies are, and Jesus has promised that when we take the fight to that enemy, we will be victorious. That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode of Ignition

It's Labor Day Weekend! Have you ever wondered, though, why we celebrate the thing that most of us want to avoid? And relatedly, did you know that the Church actually has something to say about labor, about work? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae discuss in this episode of Ignition!

For many Catholics, the "bread and butter" of our faith, the thing that we do most often that is the Mass. What what, exactly, is the Mass? Where did it come from, and why do we do it? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae discuss in this episode of Ignition!

Catholics are called to walk with everyone we encounter, doing our part to lead them into a deeper relationship with Jesus. But what if they are walking away from Him? What if they are living or believing in ways that are deeply at odds with His teachings? What are we to do in those circumstances? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode!

Ignition Episode 470 - Catholics are called to walk with everyone we encounter, doing our part to lead them into a deeper relationship with Jesus. But what if they are walking away from Him? What if they are living or believing in ways that are deeply at odds with His teachings? What are we to do in those circumstances? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode!

Everyone wants to be free. And Jesus said that "the truth will set you free". But what, exactly, does that mean? How can facts free us? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode.

One of the temptations many of us fall prey to is to "seize": to grab at or reach for the things we want. And while that can sometimes bring happiness in the short-term, in the long term it is a recipe for disappointment and regret. Instead, the Lord invites to live an attitude of receptivity. But what does that look like and how can we do it? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this...

Here in the Diocese of Sioux Falls, we have a vision: Lifelong Catholic Missionary Discipleship Through God's Love. But how do we live that vision? How does one "be" a missionary disciple? In other words, what are the "habits" of missionary discipleship? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode.

Have you ever felt like you're wandering aimlessly through life? Like life is happening to you? Like you're just playing a part and not living your life? There's good news... it doesn't have to be that way! It's possible to really live your life, and one easy way to do so is by having a plan. That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode.

As Catholics, most of us know that we are supposed to pray. But why are we supposed to pray? And how, exactly do we pray? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode.

Jesus told us that He is always with us, in every person we meet and in every circumstance we face. But is that really true? And even if it is, how can we grow in our ability to recognize Him? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss in this episode.

Apart from Mary and Joseph, there's only one saint who is important enough that he gets two feast days: St. John the Baptist. Why is that? What's so special about John the Baptist? And how is he particularly relevant for us today? That's what Dr. Chris and Renae Kranz discuss on this episode of Ignition.

What are deacons, and why do they matter? That's what Dr. Chris and Dr. Bob Rice discuss on this episode of Ignition.

Singing the Mass is one of the best ways for us to more fully participate in the source and summit of the Church's life, which is what the Mass is. In this episode, Dr. Chris visits with Dr. Bob Rice about why and how to not just sing at Mass, but to sing the Mass.

We heard parts of the Gospel at every Mass, but have you ever read them from beginning to end? In this episode, Dr. Chris and Dr. Bob Rice talk about the importance of reading each of the Gospels so that we might come to know Jesus more deeply.

What is the Catholic response to racism? That's what Dr. Chris discusses with Deacon Omar Gutierrez on this episode of Ignition. And make sure and listen to episode 458 in which we discuss the Catholic perspective on racism as well.

What is the Catholic perspective on racism? That's what Dr. Chris and Deacon Omar Gutierrez discuss in this episode of Ignition. Make sure and listen to episode 459 in which we discuss the Catholic response.

What is right worship, why do we do it, and how do we do it? That's what Dr. Chris and Dr. Jason Heron discuss in this episode of Ignition.

While most of us don't worship statues of our own making, there are still plenty of ways in which we unwittingly worship false gods. That's what Dr. Chris and Dr. Jason Heron discuss in this episode of Ignition.