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Candid Catholic Convos

Candid Catholic Convos

by Diocese of Harrisburg

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Is AI Making Us Less Human? Catholicism, Pope Leo XIV & the Fight for Human Dignity with Eliza Monts

In this week's episode, Eliza Monts discusses the intersection of Catholic faith and technology, focusing on AI, digital discipleship, and how to navigate online life responsibly. She shares insights from her upcoming book and Pope Leo's recent encyclical, emphasizing the importance of human dignity and virtue in the digital age. SCRIPTURE: Matthew 6:33-34 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Isidore RESOURCES: Eliza Monts - Substack - https://elizamonts.substack.com Eliza Monts - Upcoming Book - https://penguinrandomhouse.com Instagram - https://instagram.com/elizamonts

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Back to School

Bishop Senior joins our Director of Communications, Rachel Bryson, to discuss the education section of his Pastoral Letter, Stir Into Flame, and has a message for all our students, parents and educators heading back to school. SCRIPTURE: James 1:5 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. John Baptist de La Salle

Living Holiness Daily: Insights from Lisa Lickona

Join us as Lisa Lickona shares her journey through faith, her favorite saints, and practical insights on living a holy life in everyday moments. Discover how to embrace your unique call to holiness and deepen your spiritual life. SCRIPTURE: Colossians 3:12-14 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: Servant of God Chiara Corbella Petrillo Save the date! The 2026 Women’s Conference will be on Saturday, October 17 where Lisa will be speaking! This year’s theme is “Look to the Lord.” The day will feature speakers, Adoration, lunch, the Holy Mass, and more! For details, visit https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/womens-conference/

Faith and Filmmaking: A Journey of Evangelization

In this episode, Rob Kaczmark, founder and CEO of Spirit Juice Studios, shares his journey from faith to filmmaking, exploring how film can be a powerful tool for evangelization and cultural influence. We discuss the impact of movies, maintaining faith in the industry, and advice for aspiring Catholic filmmakers. SCRIPTURE: Wisdom 13:1-5 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Fra Angelico RESOURCES: Catholic Video Production | Spirit Juice Studios Spirit Juice Studios - YouTube Heart of a Servant Instagram

How Social Media Is Transforming Catholic Evangelization

In this episode, Desiree Sifuentes, aka @UncatechizedCatholic, shares her journey from being poorly catechized to becoming a passionate advocate for authentic faith formation online. We explore the importance of genuine catechesis, how social media can serve as a mission field, and practical tips for deepening your faith. SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:14-16 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Philip Neri RESOURCES: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/uncatechizedcatholic/ Formed Streaming Platform - https://formed.org/ Word on Fire Gospels - https://wordonfire.org/products/gospel-reflections Ignatius Catholic Study Bible - https://ignatius.com/products/ignatius-catholic-study-bible Catholic Answers - https://www.catholic.com/

How Daily Mass Can Transform Your Faith Life

In this episode, Eve Rosemary shares her journey with prayer, the importance of vulnerability in building a relationship with Christ, and practical tips for deepening your prayer life through daily Mass, silence, and reading scripture. SCRIPTURE: PS 27:8 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Elizabeth of the Trinity RESOURCES: The Everyday Saint Podcast - https://www.theeverydaysaint.com/theeverydaysaintpodcast Eve Rosemary on Instagram - https://instagram.com/theeverosemary TheEverydaySaint.com - https://www.theeverydaysaint.com

From Hobby to Charism: Nicholas Higgins' Faith-Driven Musical Journey

Musician and missionary summary Nicholas A. Higgins shares his journey of integrating music and faith, the importance of doing creative work for God, and practical advice for Catholic artists. SCRIPTURE: Romans 12:6 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Hildegard of Bingen Nicholas Higgins - Official Website - https://nicholashiggins.com Tour Schedule- https://nicholasahiggins.wordpress.com/music/ Social - Instagram

Faith and Freedom: Celebrating 250 Years of American Democracy

In this episode, Bishop Timothy Senior discusses the significance of religious freedom, patriotism, and the role of faith in shaping our nation. He emphasizes the importance of practicing the faith during summer and highlights his pastoral letter, Stir Into Flame, with his vision for the future of the Diocese of Harrisburg.

From Skeptic to Believer: Chase Lear's Story

Chase Lear shares his inspiring journey from skepticism to faith, highlighting the importance of the sacraments, the ongoing process of conversion, and the beauty of the Catholic Church. Discover how personal experiences and authentic searching can lead to a profound spiritual transformation. SCRIPTURE: John 4:13-14 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

The Intersection of Faith and Business

Deacon John Rogers, vice president at Prenger Solutions group and ordained permanent deacon for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, joins us to discuss how Catholics can integrate their faith with their professional lives and leverage social media for evangelization. SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 3:5-6 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin Resources Catholic Social Media - https://catholicsocialmedia.com/ St. Paul, Minnesota Diocese - https://www.archspm.org/

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