In this Say Yes to Holiness 1:1 Conversation podcast, Christina speaks with Dr. Tom Harmon, Associate Director of Catholic Studies at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, to discuss the new Master of Arts in Evangelization program offered by the Word on Fire Institute and UST Houston.

The program aims to teach people how to approach evangelization in the same way as Bishop Robert Barron, focusing on finding the good, true and beautiful in culture and engaging with it.

The program includes courses on philosophy, apologetics, ethics, art, poetry, and architecture, as well as a summer immersion experience. The program is open to people of all ages and professions who have a heart for evangelization.

Sound Bites

Chapters

 00:00 The Journey Towards Holiness

00:37 Introduction and Background

03:31 Introduction and Background

10:10 The Creation of the Initiative

17:18 Practical Ways to Evangelize

29:53 Hopes for the Program

34:05 Book, Movie, and TV Show Recommendations

38:54 Closing Remarks

39:20 Leaving Suggestions for Upcoming Podcasts

To learn more, go to: https://www.stthom.edu/MAEvangelization

Summary

In this episode, Christina reflects on the Easter season and shares quotes from saints to inspire and encourage listeners.

The main themes include God's love and mercy, the importance of forgiveness, and the need to trust in Jesus.

Christina encourages listeners to spend time in thanksgiving after receiving the Eucharist, reflect on the cross and the forgiveness we have received, and repeat the mantra 'Jesus, I trust in you' for peace and hope.

The episode concludes with a reminder to begin again with joy and to open our hearts to God's love and mercy.

Takeaways

Sound Bites

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Easter Greetings

08:33 The Power of Forgiveness

13:44 Finding Comfort and Peace in Trusting in Jesus

23:51 Beginning Again with Joy

28:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

May this podcast help inspire, encourage and accompany you in doing WHATEVER IT TAKES so that you may continue to grow in holiness as we tell the Master of Death, “Not Today!” 

A small morsel from this week's podcast episode!

Day 54--Love Like A Saint--Reflection Week--Love

Day 53--Love Like A Saint--Reflection Week--Hope & Wisdom

Day 52--Love Like A Saint--Reflection Week--Faith & Courage

Day 51--Love Like A Saint--Reflection Week--Silence

Day 50--Love Like A Saint--Reflection Week--Patience

Day 49--Love Like A Saint--Reflection Week--Perseverance & Friendship

Day 48--Love Like A Saint--Reflection Week--Obedience