Casting Nets

Tony and Chris discuss evangelization with special guest Maria Cahill, who is the 2011 Miss Delaware pageant winner. Maria is very involved with the New Evangelization and explains how she uses her unique platform of being Miss Delaware to evangelize. If you wish to contact Maria, please visit www.cmgbooking.com.

Tony and Chris discuss seven New Evangelization characteristics given by Fr. Robert Barron, who is the Rector of Mundelein Seminary in Chicago. Fr. Barron is widely known for his video project called the “Catholicism Series” and also for his website www.wordonfire.org. We will analyze Fr. Barron’s insights into the New Evangelization and explain how his New Evangelization characteristics relate to our own evangelization efforts.

Tony and Chris talk about Mother Teresa’s famous “business card”. The following saying was found on Mother Teresa’s business card: The fruit of Silence is prayer. The fruit of Prayer is faith. The fruit of Faith is love. The fruit of Love is service. The fruit of Service is peace. Listen in as we discuss how we can all apply the message of this business card in our own Evangelization efforts.

Tony and Chris begin to explain the 7 ‘Pillars’ of Evangelization. These Pillars of Evangelization are essential to the New Evangelization, and following these 7 Pillars helps both individuals and parishes adapt the correct mindset to Evangelize most effectively. This show encompasses the first 3 Pillars of Evangelization: Prayerful, Invitational, & Hospitable.

Tony and Chris share some stories and insights from their recent participation in the Catholic Leadership Coalition at Charlotte, NC & the Springtime of Faith Foundation International Conference at Nashville, TN. These conferences are lay apostolate leadership conferences where well-known leaders of the New Evangelization movement come together to share new evangelization techniques, endeavors, tips, and other resources. Listen in for a wealth of great tips and inspirations shared by Casting Nets from the conferences!

Tony and Chris share their recent interview with Francis Cardinal Arinze, one of the most influential Catholic figures of the recent age. Cardinal Arinze is from Nigeria, and was ordained a Bishop at the young age of 32, having served as a trusted advisor to Blessed Pope John Paul II & Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. He has also held the position of Prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments. His Eminency is currently the only living Council Father from Vatican II. During this interview, we have a chance to hear his Eminency’s thoughts regarding the Liturgy and it’s role in the New Evangelization, his insight into the new English translation of the Mass Missal, and perspective on the importance and value of interreligious dialogue.

Tony and Chris welcome special guest Clay Kimbro to the show this week. Clay is a seminarian from the Diocese of Wichita, studying in his 4th College year at Conception Seminary. We get an inside look at how the seminary is training possible future priests to engage the world in the New Evangelization. Also, Clay shares some of his own personal experiences outside of seminary life in which he has practiced the New Evangelization.

Tony and Chris finish up the 3-Part "How To" Evangelization Series. They discuss the three theological virtues: Faith, Hope, and Love. These virtues relate to Evangelization in a myriad of ways, and Tony and Chris will share their tremendous insight on the theological virtues and Evangelization.

Tony and Chris continue with the 3-Part "How To" Evangelization series. They focus on four practical topics: Unity, Study, Dialogue, and Clarty. It is extremely important to understand the Catholic faith and then be able to communicate that knowledge & understanding to others, and this show provides tips and explanations of how we can effectively do so.

Tony and Chris answer some common questions about Evangelization. These are practical questions that Casting Nets has received through email, facebook, website, talks, etc. By answering some of these questions, Tony and Chris provide a plethora of helpful tips for fellow evangelists. Also, the show was recorded on the day Pope Francis was elected. What a great day for Evangelization! The election of our new pope provides a wonderful opportunity to talk with others about the Pope which can lead to great conversation.