Saying Grace: Bless Us Oh Lord or Make It Up

What if the Gospel of Matthew is quietly connecting dots you’ve never noticed before? Jeff explains how the Gospel of Matthew masterfully recapitulates Israel’s story and reveals that Jesus is the fulfillment of all of God's promises and the prophecies of the Old Testament. Email ...  Show more

Far from being filler, Matthew’s opening genealogy is rich with meaning. Jeff explains how the genealogy is carefully structured around God’s covenant promises, why the numbers in the list matter, and how it signals a new beginning in Jesus Christ. Email us with comments or quest ...  Show more

Fr. Josh answers questions about the official process of becoming Catholic, how to restore confidence in one's own worth, and how to navigate encounters and conversations with loved ones over thanksgiving. Snippet From the Show “Be rooted in daily prayer with the Lord and he ...  Show more

Why is the Eucharistic theme so central to the Catholic life? Perhaps, you have heard the term “Eucharistic people” and wondered what it means and what that might look like. Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle discuss the impact of the Eucharist on our lives. They also offer advic ...  Show more

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Fr. Josh invites us to reflect on the ways God has been generous with us this year and guides us through a powerful meditation and a litany of gratitude. Snippet From the Show "Recognize to whom you owe the fact that you exist, that you breat ...  Show more

Fr. Josh explains whether Catholics should practice mindfulness meditation, if Jesus had other siblings, and how to experience the joy of the Lord. Ascension is proud to partner with authentically Catholic institutions and organizations committed to spreading the Gospel. Learn mo ...  Show more