Fr. Mark interviews Fr. Colin Blatchford, Associate Director of Courage International, who shares the mission of Courage and EnCourage. Founded in 1980, Courage supports Catholics with same-sex attraction in living chaste lives, while EnCourage, established in 1987, offers support for families and friends. Fr. Blatchford discusses fostering virtuous friendships, spiritual growth, and the universal call to holiness, emphasizing God’s unconditional love and the power of community in overcoming struggles.
The title for this blog is taken from Acts 1:8, "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses... to the end of the earth." This blog is about the witness of faith through the power of the Holy Spirit in the world today. The above photo is of the friars on the Sea of Galilee recording video reflections.
Monday, June 16, 2025
Monday, June 9, 2025
Ukraine’s Faith in the Face of War (Guest: St. Gabriel Institute)
Join Fr. Mark on Power and Witness as he sits down with Julian Hayda, Natalia Skoreiko, and Br. Danylo Kolasa from the St. Gabriel Institute. They share powerful stories of faith, resilience, and the Ukrainian Catholic Church’s mission to defend human dignity amid Russia’s invasion. Tune in to hear about their work in Christian diplomacy, the impact of war on Ukrainian families, and the enduring hope of a people rooted in Christ.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
The Catholic Imagination in Film (Guest: John Paul Gutschke)
Join Fr. Mark and John Paul Gutschke as they dive into the power of film as a transformative art form, exploring how the Catholic imagination weaves themes of grace, redemption, and divine providence into storytelling that resonates with the human soul.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Divine Mercy in Action (Guest: Fr. Chris Alar, MIC)
Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, and Fr. Mark on Power and Witness as they dive into the profound message of Divine Mercy. From St. Faustina’s revelations to the transformative power of Divine Mercy Sunday, they explore how God’s mercy—love in action—reaches out to humanity, offering forgiveness, reconciliation, and hope, even in the darkest moments.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
From Galway to the Vatican (Guest: Dr. William A. Thomas, STD)
Join Fr. Mark as he interviews Dr. William A. Thomas, an Irish-born Catholic theologian with a doctorate in sacred theology. From his childhood as an orphan in County Galway to his roles at the Pontifical Marian Academy and the John Paul II Institute in Fatima, Dr. Thomas shares how his global education and deep faith shaped his 45 books and his mission to glorify God. Explore his reflections on Ireland’s spiritual past and present, and his unique perspective on the Knock apparition.
00:14 - Introduction and Dr. Thomas’s Background
03:59 - Life in Ireland and Early Education
10:03 - Global Studies and Personal Reflections
15:15 - Ireland’s Spiritual Crisis and Signs of Hope
20:28 - Marriage, Sunday, and Irish Virtues
30:01 - The Knock Apparition: A Prophetic Vision
42:18 - Marian Shrines and Healing Grace
46:53 - Mary’s Role and John Paul II’s Legacy
Monday, March 17, 2025
Walking by the Spirit (Guest: Dr. Ralph Martin)
Join Fr. Mark and Dr. Ralph Martin, author of A Life in the Spirit, as they explore a journey from a questioning Catholic upbringing to a pivotal Cursillo retreat and leadership in the Charismatic Renewal. Dr. Martin shares how the Holy Spirit ignited his faith, shaped his work with Renewal Ministries, and guides his prayer life today. From personal surrender to practical advice for believers facing a turbulent world, this episode offers an inspiring look at living the fullness of Catholic faith with eyes fixed on Jesus.
Ralph Martin is the president of Renewal Ministries and the host of the weekly Catholic television program The Choices We Face. He holds a doctorate in theology and is the director of Graduate Theology Programs in the New Evangelization at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in the Archdiocese of Detroit. Ralph is also the author of the widely read A Church in Crisis: Pathways Forward and The Fulfillment of All Desire: A Guidebook for the Journey to God Based on the Wisdom of the Saints.
Ralph and his wife, Anne, reside in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and have six children and nineteen grandchildren.
Monday, March 10, 2025
Deepening Lent with the Collect Prayers (Guest: Fr. Edward Looney)
Ever wonder what Lent is really about? Join Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA and Fr. Edward Looney (Marian theologian and author) as they dive into the heart of Lent through the Church’s ancient prayers. In this episode, they unpack the beauty of the collect prayers, share personal stories of faith, and explore how Mary’s example can inspire us today.
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