“The light of faith is unique, since it is capable of illuminating every aspect of human existence. A light this powerful cannot come from ourselves but from a more primordial source: in a word, it must come from God.”
“Evangelization is the way in which we show others why and how to trust in God.” – Jared Dees
STAY ENGAGED WITH THE FAITH! FREE RESOURCES YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT:
There is a plethora of high quality, FREE, Catholic content available on the web. We thought it might be helpful to assemble and recommend some of those resources for you.
FREE CATHOLIC VIDEO CONTENT
- Word on Fire Videos:
- Pints With Aquinas Videos: https://pintswithaquinas.com/episodes/
- Thomistic Institute: https://thomisticinstitute.org/
- Thomistic Institute YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd55APptap1Ve7Jwqa8OcBA
- Institute of Catholic Culture: https://instituteofcatholicculture.org/
- WildGooseTV: https://wildgoose.tv/
- Ascension Presents YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVdGX3N-WIJ5nUvklBTNhAw
- Paul Center: https://stpaulcenter.com/audio-video/all-resources/
- Catholic Answer: https://www.catholic.com/
- Formed (Free if your parish has an account, contact pastor): https://formed.org/
FREE CATHOLIC VIDEO CONTENT FOR CHILDREN
- Dynamic Catholic Blessed Videos: https://dynamiccatholic.com/blessed/program-view/
- These videos are part of a first reconciliation and first Communion prep program, but they are suitable for any child in 2nd grade or under.
FREE CATHOLIC VIDEO CONTENT FOR YOUTH GROUPS
- Mike Schmitz Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeXS0cAkuTPpJ6j3eH59WudJhJ4q1tpwH
- Pints With Aquinas Videos: https://pintswithaquinas.com/episodes/
- Dynamic Catholic Decision Point: https://dynamiccatholic.com/confirmation
- These videos are part of a Confirmation Program but are good for middle school aged youth
- Ascension Press’ Chosen; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHXkieijHtc&list=PLU5wQ9pCtomTI8YODXZzoniuLXXGQiNRS
- These videos are part of a Confirmation Program but are good for middle school aged youth
- LifeTeen: https://lifeteen.com/
FREE VIDEO CONTENT FOR COUPLES
- Dynamic Catholic Better Together Videos: https://dynamiccatholic.com/better-together
- These videos are part of a marriage prep. Program but are suitable for any couple.
PODCASTS (Found on Apple Podcasts App, Google Play Music, Spotify, etc.)
- Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious World
- Pint’s with Aquinas Podcast
- Catholic Stuff You Should Know Podcast
- Thomistic Institute Podcast
- Institute of Catholic Culture Podcast
- Classical Theism Podcast
- Catholic Answers Focus
- Catholic Answers Live
- Word on Fire Show
FREE HIGH-QUALITY ONLINE READING CONTENT
- Magnificat: https://us.magnificat.net/free
- Peter Kreeft: http://peterkreeft.com/
- Word on Fire
- Catholic Answers: https://www.catholic.com/
- The Catholic Gentleman: https://catholicgentleman.com/
Prayer Table Activity
Prior to class: Place a variety of objects on the “Prayer Table” related to that evening’s vocabulary/concepts/lesson. Ask the students to name something that they see on the table and reinforce what they know about it. Try to relate it to the topic of the evening.
Activity: At the beginning of each class, gather students around the Prayer Table. Ask each student to state a petition, intercession, thanksgiving, praise for the week. This helps children hear the prayers of their peers, and to recognize that they are not alone. End by praying a traditional prayer, such as a Hail Mary and/or Our Father.
“This Prayer Table activity seemed to bring the class together, reinforce what they already knew and shared, and encourage them to learn more about our Catholic Faith. The best piece of advice regarding prayer … Prayer is portable! You can pray anytime, anywhere, alone or with others.” – Loretta Macaluso, Catechist in the Diocese of Covington
Trust in God and never forget that “all things work together for good for those who love God” (Rom 8:28). If there is anything the Office of Catechesis and Evangelization can do to assist you, do not hesitate to contact us by e-mailing [email protected] or calling (859) 392-1500.