On Saturday, under the theme "Marked Men: Called to Greatness," more than 700 attended the Men's Conference at St. Joseph Church, in Herndon.

Bishop Burbidge was the main celebrant and homilist during Mass. He spoke to those attending the sold out event about God's mercy and grace, acknowledging our weaknesses in order to grow. He even tied in the Philadelphia Eagles and the example one player shows acknowledging failure to build character.

This week on the #WalkHumbly Podcast, Bishop Burbidge invites us to assist and support anyone we know facing serious illness, and asks us to join him in praying for caregivers. "The selflessness required to care for the sick comes from God alone, the source of all love and true rest."

This week on the #WalkHumbly Podcast, Bishop Burbidge reminds us that "real love takes commitment."

In this episode of The Walk Humbly Podcast, Bishop Burbidge discusses the shooting in Parkland, Fl., and how solutions need to be discussed in a respectful and productive manner. He also talks about the nearly 500 people coming into full communion with the Catholic Church from our Diocese at Easter, calls for prayer for dreamers and vulnerable populations abroad, and reflects on the death of Rev. Billy Graham. Lastly, he answers several questions submitted by the faithful of our Diocese.

Bishop Burbidge reminds us that The Light Is ON For You: Wednesday evenings during Lent, every parish in the Catholic Diocese of Arlington has confession available. Come back home. Visit TheLightIsON.org for more information.

In Bishop Burbidge’s second podcast, he talks about spiritual lessons to glean from the Super Bowl (and sports in general), recent movies he’s seen that have good spiritual lessons, and how important fasting is in teaching us what is really important in life. He also reflects on the beautify of marriage and its critical role in society, as well as an exciting new construction project inside the Diocese.

Bishop Burbidge talks about Lent as an opportunity for conversion, to leave the former self behind and to chart a new path in Christ. He also discusses the disciplines of prayer, fasting and almsgiving, and why they are important for a healthy and blessed Lent.

The ashes we receive this Wednesday remind us that life on this earth is short. Bishop Burbidge reminds us that we must be prepared for the joys of the next life.

This week, Bishop Burbidge reminds us that while we prepare and plan for Super Bowl Sunday with intensity and excitement, every Sunday should be given great attention and enthusiasm. (Originally recorded as a 60-second radio spot)