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In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses themes of Advent from St. Vincent Pallotti, specifically true joy from the Lord.

"Holy cheerfulness is a precious fruit of the gifts of the Holy Spirit and is thus the mark of a true servant of the Lord. So, in face, in looks, in reciprocal remarks and in a special way towards strangers, all must radiate holy cheerfulness and joy. It must be remembered that, if this characteristic is lacking, they will lead few people to God because they will not encourage many to feel enthusiastic about following Our Lord Jesus Christ. On the other hand, their example of cheerfulness and joy will help people to understand that the following of Our Lord Jesus Christ is the basis of a life of true happiness." ~ St. Vincent Pallotti

View Advent resources provided by the Catholic Apostolate Center. The season of Advent is the Church’s liturgical season of preparation for Christmas. It is often referred to as “the Little Lent”. Advent begins on the Sunday closest to the feast of St. Andrew, November 30th, and continues for four weeks and concludes with midnight Mass on Christmas. Families prepare for Christmas in advent in a variety of ways, such as setting up and Advent wreath on the dining room table or using a Jesse tree. One can also use the season to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Penance and observe silence as a means of preparing for Christmas.

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Advent Blogs

Advent Resources

On Mission: Advent Resources

On Mission: The Feasts of Advent

On Mission: Advent

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This blogcast explores “Bittersweetness," written and read by Krissy Pierno. 

Summer transitions and switching jobs can be moments of stress and one may have the tendency to ignore any difficult emotions. “Bittersweetness,” written by Krissy Pierno, describes the phenomena of God’s grace allowing one to fully experience the sorrows during times of transition and in different seasons of life, which provides a unique “flavor” in our lives.

Krissy Pierno:

​Krissy Pierno was a teacher for the Archdiocese of Washington.

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In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses themes of Advent from St. Vincent Pallotti, specifically prayer.

"Continue to pray with perseverance, often and as well as you possibly can. Do not worry if you fail to find any consolation. Persevere and act with confidence! You will receive the fruits without being conscious of them." ~ St. Vincent Pallotti

View Advent resources provided by the Catholic Apostolate Center. The season of Advent is the Church’s liturgical season of preparation for Christmas. It is often referred to as “the Little Lent”. Advent begins on the Sunday closest to the feast of St. Andrew, November 30th, and continues for four weeks and concludes with midnight Mass on Christmas. Families prepare for Christmas in advent in a variety of ways, such as setting up and Advent wreath on the dining room table or using a Jesse tree. One can also use the season to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Penance and observe silence as a means of preparing for Christmas.

Notes:

Advent Blogs

Advent Resources

On Mission: Advent Resources

On Mission: The Feasts of Advent

On Mission: Advent

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The time of Advent and Christmas can be a period of hope and love, but it can also be a period of loneliness, sadness, or even overwhelming for those in the middle of it. 

Paul Jarzembowski, author of Hope for the Holidays, discusses his book and ways to help minister to those who need the love of God shown to them during this prayerful and hopeful time.

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In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses themes of Advent from St. Vincent Pallotti, specifically silence. 

Silence

"The Incarnate Word, infinite Wisdom, to teach us the practice of silence, was born for us in the seclusion of a stable, in the still silence of the night as a little baby, which like all infants, could not speak. Therefore, we must understand that silence observed in order to converse more intimately with God, is a gift of God." ~ St. Vincent Pallotti

View Advent resources provided by the Catholic Apostolate Center. The season of Advent is the Church’s liturgical season of preparation for Christmas. It is often referred to as “the Little Lent”. Advent begins on the Sunday closest to the feast of St. Andrew, November 30th, and continues for four weeks and concludes with midnight Mass on Christmas. Families prepare for Christmas in advent in a variety of ways, such as setting up and Advent wreath on the dining room table or using a Jesse tree. One can also use the season to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Penance and observe silence as a means of preparing for Christmas.

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Advent Blogs

Advent Resources

On Mission: Advent Resources

On Mission: The Feasts of Advent

On Mission: Advent

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In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses Advent resources provided by the Catholic Apostolate Center.

The season of Advent is the Church’s liturgical season of preparation for Christmas. It is often referred to as “the Little Lent”. Advent begins on the Sunday closest to the feast of St. Andrew, November 30th, and continues for four weeks and concludes with midnight Mass on Christmas. Families prepare for Christmas in advent in a variety of ways, such as setting up and Advent wreath on the dining room table or using a Jesse tree. One can also use the season to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Penance and observe silence as a means of preparing for Christmas.

Advent Blogs

Advent Resources

On Mission: Advent Resources

On Mission: The Feasts of Advent

On Mission: Advent

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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, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.

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This blogcast explores “Living the Liturgical Year at Home," written and read by Fatima Monterrubio Cruess.

“Living the Liturgical Year at Home,” by Fatima Monterrubio Cruess. In her blog and with the onset of Advent, the beginning of a new Liturgical Year, approaching, Fatima gives ideas and advice for celebrating the important days and feast within your own family. These celebrations could be for liturgical feasts in the Church’s calendar, like saint feast days or anniversaries of sacraments, like Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation. She also recommends accompanying your celebration with prayers specific to the celebration.

Click here to learn more about your favorite saints.

Click here to listen to the On Mission episode about Introducing the Faith to Young Children.

Listen to another blogcast about the Wedding Feast at Cana by Fatima Monterrubio Cruess.

Fatima Monterrubio Cruess is the Resource Coordinator for the Catholic Apostolate Center. In this role, she assists in the creation and use of the Center's content and resources in both English and Spanish.

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This blogcast explores “Our Spiritual Love Story," written by Susan A. Fowler and read by Monica Thom Konschnik. 

“Our Spiritual Love Story,” by Susan A. Fowler.

Author:

Susan A. Fowler was born and raised in Maryland and has been a lifelong Catholic actively involved in parish ministries for over 43 years. She has been married for 42 years, raised 6 children with her husband, and currently resides in Georgia.

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In this segment from the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses vocations awareness week, focusing on the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life. We are called to pray for vocations, but also to encourage those who are considering a vocation.

National Vocation Awareness Week, celebrated November 5-11, 2023, is an annual week-long celebration of the Catholic Church in the United States dedicated to promoting vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and consecrated life through prayer and education, and to renew our prayers and support for those who are considering one of these particular vocations.  NVAW began in 1976 when the U. S. bishops designated the 28th Sunday of the year for NVAW.  In 1997, this celebration was moved to coincide with the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, which falls on January 13 in 2013.  Beginning in 2014, NVAW was moved to the first full week of November.

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Prayer for Vocations (USCCB)

Vocational Discernment Resources

Art of Accompaniment Resources

Listen to the first part of the St. Vincent Pallotti series: on Apostolates and the Mission of the Laity

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This blogcast explores “Living Faith Through Missionary Discipleship," written and read by Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C.

“​Living Faith Through Missionary Discipleship,” by Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C.

In his blog post, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. discusses how the baptized provide a profound witness to Jesus Christ through their actions as missionary disciples. Young people, in particular, have a unique witness that can guide others along the path of faith. Fr. Frank discusses the need missionary disciples have to be accompanied by other missionary disciples. To assist in accompaning young adults, the Catholic Apostolate Center provides an online course, Introduction to Young Adult Ministry Course.

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Click here to view the Center’s E-Formation Platforms.

View the Art of Accompaniment and Living as Missionary Disciples resource pages.

Listen to On Mission episodes about accompaniment, spiritual direction, and eformation.

Contributors:

​Fr. Frank S. Donio, S.A.C., D.Min. is Founding Director of the Catholic Apostolate Center and a member of the Society of the Catholic Apostolate (Pallottine Fathers and Brothers). He is also Executive Director of the Conference of Major Superiors of Men of the United States (CMSM).

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Blogcasts are produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources and podcasts. Listen to Fr. Frank’s weekly reflections, episodes of On Mission, and recent blogcasts.

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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, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.