Fr. Branson follows up with Georgia Tech students -- Sara Jensen, Kate Schaffer, and Ben Sheppard -- to discuss their takeaways from reading Walter Ciszek's autobiography, He Leadeth Me.

As 2020 comes to a close, Fr. Branson and Deacon Paul discuss the value of recognition and reflection. In particular, they propose three actions:

1.) Specifically name things to be grateful for

2.) Identify and confess failures/shortcomings

3.) Consider where God's leading you next and how to respond

Fr. Branson alongside Fr. John Klein and Madeline Zuniga proposes reading Walter Ciszek's autobiography, He Leadeth Me, throughout this advent season. They discuss the unique encounters each had with the book and hope listeners read it and share their experiences as well.

Fr. Branson details the value and purpose of Advent alongside FOCUS missionaries, Kaitlin Houlton and Frances Peterman, who propose reading scripture daily with others to aid in this season of preparation.

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Fr. Branson, Josh Cruz, and Elizabeth Nash discuss the impact of reading on one's life and speak particularly of the novel Mr. Blue by Myles Connolly.

Fr. Branson and Deacon Paul Nacey discuss how to live as faithful Catholics amidst the 2020 election and current political scene. They answer students' questions and reference the USCCB's document "Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship" found here: gtcc.co/FormingConsciences

Fr. Branson proposes a pilgrimage to Purification Church and Locust Grove Cemetery, the oldest Catholic Church and Cemetery in Georgia. He discusses his pilgrimage experience alongside students Donovan Kelley, Sarah Pennebaker, Jordan Cheney, and Joshua Cruz. To take your own pilgrimage to these sites follow this guide: https://gtcc.co/Pilgrimage

Fr. Branson discusses the value of music with Elizabeth Nash, Michael Vu, and A.T. Aucoin. He proposes listening to Lord Huron's album Lonesome Dreams to remind us of our pilgrimage in life.

In the midst of social distancing and coronavirus, Fr. Branson alongside Donovan Kelly and Maddie MacDonald proposes ways for students to live life well throughout this season, offering ways to form community and strengthen faith despite the many obstacles of today.

A reflection on the suffering endured by the Holy Face of Jesus during His Passion, and the mercy offered therein.