Dramatic Catholics

On this special release episode, we are welcomed by Don and Dina of the Dina Preston Band! Tune in as they share the amazing work they will be doing to raise money for Andre House.

Join the Dina Preston Band as they launch their 2026 “We’ve Been Everywhere” Tour on April 17, 2026 at ASU Kerr!

Support Andre House and secure a ticket to this event below! 

https://asukerr.com/event/dina-preston/

Check out the Dina Preston Band and their content: 

https://dot.cards/deoentertainment

Loooking to serve at Andre House?

https://andrehouse.volunteerhub.com/vv2/

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

We weren’t made to walk this journey of faith alone. In this episode, we dive into what makes a friendship holy—from accountability and encouragement to challenging one another to grow deeper in love with Christ. Joined by David Portugal, Chilo, and Stephanie Salinas, we explore how authentic, Christ-centered friendships can transform the way we live and love.

If you’re 18 and up and looking for community, join us at The Well every first Friday of the month. Follow @thewellphx on Instagram for location and details!

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

This week on Dramatic Catholics, we step into the heart of Church history as we recount the powerful canonizations of St. Carlo Acutis and St. Pier Giorgio Frassati. Delila shares her unforgettable journey to Rome—walking the streets of the Eternal City, standing before the incorrupt body of St. Carlo, and being swept up in the breathtaking moment of seeing Pope Leo in person. From tears of joy to the fire of inspiration, this episode captures what it means to witness the Church raise two modern saints to the altars, and how their lives call us to live boldly, faithfully, and dramatically for Christ.

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

We felt called to have this conversation in light of the recent tragedies that have shaken our communities: the mass shootings at Annunciation Catholic School and Evergreen High School, the stabbing of a woman on a bus in North Carolina, and, most recently, the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

We are joined by Fr. David Halm, David Portugal, and Penelope Toscano as we reflect on these heavy realities. We come with hearts that grieve, but also hearts rooted in hope—because we know that in Jesus Christ, the victory has already been won.

Please tune in with an open mind and an open heart. Share with someone who needs to hear this message.

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

This week, we’re joined by two very special guests: Jeremiah and Valerie Salinas. From their early days serving the parish—Jeremiah in our very own 3MORE band and Valerie as a parish intern—to their journey of growing up as cradle Catholics, dating, supporting one another’s dreams in marriage, and raising their children in the faith, their story is full of joy and inspiration. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation with friends who have truly become family.

If you are a young adult looking for community, follow @thewellphx on instagram to get updates on where the next Catholic worship night is happening(Held every 1st Friday of the month).

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

This week, we’re joined by my studious sister, Eliana Baca, doctorate student of biology & physical therapy for a deep dive into cultivating a healthy relationship with technology—yes, including social media. Esme and I also spill our favorite takeaways from the Catholic Creator Conference, where we explored a new frontier for evangelization: the digital world. 

This episode is an open invitation to rethink how we engage with media, and is the first of many conversations we will have as we try to figure out alongside all of you how to navigate the wild, wild west of technology.

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

Helpful Resources Mentioned:

Address of Pope Leo XIV to Digital Missionaries & Influencers

https://tinyurl.com/422wakf7

Hallow Digital Detox:

https://tinyurl.com/4ruxncb4

How to Successfully Delete Social Media:

https://tinyurl.com/yr8r3cd4

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We’re kicking off Season 3 of Dramatic Catholics! In this premiere episode, we’re joined by David Portugal (Director of Evangelization), Delila Baca (Director of Religious Education), and Esmeralda Avila (Youth Minister) as we reflect on the power of remembering.

Our lives are not random — they are part of a greater story, His story. We share how we've seen God move in our own lives and in ministry, witnessing firsthand the drama of salvation. When we remember rightly, we respond boldly. Living dramatically means living as people who remember, witness, and proclaim the God who still moves.

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

In this season finale, we return to the heart of it all: worship. What does true reverence look like? How does piety go deeper than appearances? Tune in for the end of season two with special guest, Fr. Brian Kennedy, C.S.C.

Want to dive deeper into prayer?

Check out the Laudate app today!

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

Evangelization isn’t just standing on a soapbox and Bible thumping 😂

In this episode of Dramatic Catholics, we’re joined by Paul Lorenz and David Portugal to explore what it really means to live out Jesus’ call to evangelize. From everyday encounters to bold witness, we talk about how to share the Gospel in a world that desperately needs it—and how it all starts with love.

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298

Looking to get involved? Connect with us :)

Evangelization Ministry: David Portugal

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Religious Education: Delila Baca

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Habemus Papam! In this episode, we welcome Pope Leo XIV, our new Holy Father. We talk about the meaning behind his name, his first words to the faithful, and what his election might signal for the future of the Church. Join us as we unpack the moment the white smoke rose, the joy of a new beginning, and what it means to say: Our New Papa.

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If Dramatic Catholics has impacted your faith, we invite you to be part of keeping this mission alive. As we prepare for season four, your support will help us continue sharing meaningful conversations and bringing the hope of the Gospel to more hearts. As of April 20, 2026, we are working to secure the equipment needed to move forward. If you’re able, consider offering one week of your tithe to support this work of evangelization. Thank you for walking with us and being part of this mission—if you love the show, consider donating here: https://gofund.me/82dd06298