In our meditation of the week:Fr. Fred Dolan reflects on the dramatic showdown between the prophet Elijah and the 450 prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18), commemorated in the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Fr. Fred highlights Elijah’s courage in standing alone for the truth and explains how Catholics today are called to live with similar conviction in a world ... Show More
Jul 28
Responding to the Father's Love | Getting to Know God, Part 3
In this final meditation of our 3-part series on St. Josemaria's homily, Getting to Know God, Msgr. Martin Schlag reminds us that to truly know God is to love him more deeply. As we grow in friendship with Christ and recognize ourselves as beloved children of the Father, we are i ... Show More
31m 18s
Jul 2025
Fire on the Mountain: Elijah vs. the Prophets of Baal
In one of the most dramatic moments in all of Scripture, Elijah stands alone on Mount Carmel against 450 prophets of Baal—and calls down fire from heaven. But this showdown is about more than just a miracle; it's a bold confrontation between truth and deception, faith and fear, t ... Show More
27m 11s
Jun 2022
Day 166: Responding in Faith (2022)
Today, we are introduced to the prophet Elijah, who again and again responds to God's invitations with faith. The readings are 1 Kings 17-18, 2 Chronicles 18-19, and Song of Solomon 5. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible co ... Show More
25m 27s
Jun 2024
Day 166: Responding in Faith (2024)
Today, we are introduced to the prophet Elijah, who again and again responds to God's invitations with faith. The readings are 1 Kings 17-18, 2 Chronicles 18-19, and Song of Solomon 5. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible co ... Show More
25m 27s
Jul 2025
A Prayer for Boldness to Stand for Biblical Values
In a world filled with doubt, distraction, and pressure to walk away from truth, how can we stand firm in our faith and speak boldly about what matters most? In this episode, Amanda Idleman talks about growing deep roots in Christ, building our identity in God’s Word, and learnin ... Show More
5m 19s
Dec 2024
Elijah’s Contrasting Mountain Tests
<p>The Mountain E8 — On two different mountains, we witness mountain tests with two very different Elijahs. On Mount Carmel, he partners with God in challenging the false prophets of Baal, leading to the people’s repentance and renewal of trust in God. But then only a chapter lat ... Show More
55m 3s
Jun 2025
Day 166: Responding in Faith (2025)
Today, we are introduced to the prophet Elijah, who repeatedly responds to God's invitations with faith. The readings are 1 Kings 17-18, 2 Chronicles 18-19, and Song of Solomon 5. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contain ... Show More
25m 27s