Archbishop Broglio Issues Response on Trump Executive Orders

Last updated on: January 26, 2025 at 4:54 pm By William Hemsworth

WASHINGTON, DC – In response to this week’s Executive Orders signed by President Trump, His Excellency, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D., Archbishop for the Military Services, USA (AMS), and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), offered the following statement: “Many of the issues President Trump addresses in his recent Executive Orders, along with what may be issued in the coming days, are matters on which the Church has much to offer. Some provisions contained in the Executive Orders, such... Read more

Air Force Chaplain Hopeful Ordained a Transitional Deacon

Last updated on: January 16, 2025 at 5:46 pm By William Hemsworth

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OWENSBORO, KY – The Reverend Mr. Conrad T. Jaconette, 2d Lt USAF, a candidate for Catholic priesthood and United States Military chaplaincy, was ordained a transitional deacon on Saturday, Jan. 4, in his home Diocese of Owensboro, KY. The new deacon is on track to be ordained a priest later this year and hopes eventually to serve as a Catholic chaplain in the United States Air Force, providing pastoral care to Catholic airmen, space guardians, and their families, with endorsement and faculties from the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS).... Read more

US Military Catholics Cast Big Presence at SEEK25 Conference

Last updated on: January 9, 2025 at 5:45 pm By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, DC – Fresh from a Christmas pastoral visit with U.S. Military personnel in the Horn of Africa and the Gulf Region of the Middle East, His Excellency, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D., Archbishop for the Military Services, was back in the Nation’s Capital on Thursday, Jan. 2, to welcome cadets, midshipmen, and others to SEEK25, a faith-building conference for college students held each year by the Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS). This year, for the first time, the... Read more

Military Archdiocese Names New Vocation Director

Last updated on: January 6, 2025 at 9:11 am By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS), has a new Vocation Director. He is Father Paul-Anthony Halladay, CH (MAJ), USA (Ret.). Father Halladay, a priest of the Archdiocese of Mobile, AL, and a retired decorated 20-year veteran U.S. Army chaplain succeeds interim director Father Marcel Taillon, who recently completed a successful eight-month run in the position pending search for a permanent successor. Father Taillon has since returned to his home Diocese of Providence, RI. Father Halladay’s appointment, as of Jan. 22, 2025, was announced... Read more

NEVER Send Your Child to College Before Watching This

Last updated on: January 3, 2025 at 9:41 am By William Hemsworth

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College hazing threatens families nationwide, and as a Catholic father, I discuss this critical issue with author Justin Rodriguez. In this eye-opening interview, we explore his new book “Shadows Over the Palouse,” which investigates suspicious deaths and concerning patterns at universities across America. Rodriguez shares his extensive research into campus incidents, including mysterious cases at the University of Idaho. We discuss the troubling connection between Greek life and student safety, examining why these issues often go unreported or uninvestigated. The... Read more

Why Catholics Are Failing at Evangelization

Last updated on: January 2, 2025 at 10:33 am By William Hemsworth

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Anne Desantis recently joined me to talk about the virtue of affability and how it relates to evangelization. Dr. DeSantis shares insights from her doctoral research, explaining how affability aligns with Pope Francis’ teachings and the wisdom of the saints. We delve into practical ways Catholics can apply this virtue in daily life, from online interactions to community engagement. Check out her great book here. Read more

“The Rosary in a Year” Podcast Debuts at #1

Last updated on: January 2, 2025 at 10:13 am By William Hemsworth

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[Exton, PA, January 1, 2025—] This is the 3rd podcast to top the Apple charts from Ascension, a leading Catholic media company. Ascension has released a 3rd instant-hit podcast at the #1 spot in all categories on the Apple charts, ahead of shows like The Joe Rogan Experience, Dateline, and The Daily. The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR) is a sequel to Ascension’s 2021 breakout hit The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)® and 2023 The Catechism in a Year... Read more

Announcing Divine Fulfillment Free Online Conference

Last updated on: December 23, 2024 at 4:09 pm By William Hemsworth

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SOCA (Souls of the Christian Apostolate) is thrilled to announce its transformative **3-Day Online Conference**, a one-of-a-kind event designed to guide participants from feelings of emptiness to a state of divine fulfillment. This free, virtual conference unites experts in psychology and spiritual theology to explore the intersection of mental health and mental prayer, offering an unprecedented approach to addressing both mental and spiritual well-being. Scheduled to take place from Dec 27th-29th, the conference will feature respected Catholic bishops, licensed... Read more

Fr. Giovanni Merlini to Be Beatified on January 12, 2025

Last updated on: December 17, 2024 at 5:41 pm By William Hemsworth

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Dayton, OH— The Missionaries of the Precious Blood have announced the beatification of Fr. Giovanni Merlini, its third Moderator General, on January 12, 2025, at the Basilica of St. John Lateran in Rome. The occasion marks a significant milestone in recognizing Fr. Merlini’s unwavering dedication to faith, service, and the mission of the Church. Fr. Giovanni Merlini (1795–1873) was a trusted confidant and successor to St. Gaspar del Bufalo, founder of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. Fr. Merlini’s devotion to the Blood... Read more

Marcel Taillon Winds Up Term as Interim Vocations Director

Last updated on: December 15, 2024 at 7:14 pm By William Hemsworth

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WASHINGTON, DC — Father Marcel Taillon has completed his brief but consequential term as interim Vocations Director for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA (AMS). Father Taillon, who joined the AMS on April 15, will return this month—as planned—to his home Diocese of Providence. By Christmas he will resume his role as pastor of Saint Thomas More Parish in Narragansett, RI. His Excellency, the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, Archbishop for the Military Services, expressed appreciation to Father Taillon for his service, guiding young men discerning the... Read more