Why should we pray if God already knows our desires and needs? Discover the profound purpose and transformative power of prayer as explained by Fr. Maximo Stock in this thoughtful and enlightening episode of our podcast. Tune in now to explore this essential aspect of faith.

Book suggestion: In the Shadow of His Wings

Msgr. Watkins invites guest Priest Fr. Dave O'Connor to speak on his decade of work as a missionary in the southeastern Peru and to describe the joys and hardships in that place.

In today's reading, Jesus gently corrects Martha who is doing chores while Jesus is teaching. While Mary chose "the better part," what Martha is doing is still good. Both are serving Christ. However, Mary listened to Jesus first, before taking action, while He was speaking and teaching in her home; this is key.

What is the difference between love and charity? Hint: You do not need to like someone to show them love — that's charity.

Fr. Ivan explains just four easy steps to evangelize on our mission as missionary disciples: look around, pray, approach and invite. The three attitudes to take this a step further are: be poor, approach people without second intentions, and approach people with joy.

Fr. Ivan explains the key roles of Saints Peter and Paul in their apostleship, and applies their examples to the present day: "We need prudence and boldness; we need tradition and renewal; we need structure and creativity."

What does it mean to consume the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ?

Listen to the mystery of the Holy Trinity explained, through the way we love one another!

Msgr. Watkins discusses the complexity and the mystery of the Trinity and how our faith is special. The connections between the 3 persons of the Trinity are elaborate but make more sense through the love of the Father.

In today's Pentecost Sunday Mass, Cardinal Wuerl preaches on the difference between the signs of love and love itself, and how we may be more mindful and aware of Christ's love in this blessed season.