Catholic Connection – April 10, 2023 – Hour 2
Best of “Catholic Connection” with Debbie Cowden, Mark Hartfiel and Dr. Jared Staudt.
Segment 1 – The Prayer Book for Tired Parents: Practical Ways to Grow in Love of God and Get Your Family to Heaven
“The Prayer Book for Tired Parents includes relatable, real-life reflections on the struggles that parents with young children face, as well as heartwarming stories on how they can make you a stronger parent and a better Catholic. You’ll also find traditional prayers and popular devotions related to parenting, along with a list of reverent reminders to facilitate family prayer and practice of the Faith.” (Originally aired March 28, 2023)
Debbie Cowden is the Senior Digital-Media Specialist for EWTN Global Catholic Network. She’s recognized for her co-hosting of EWTN Religious Catalogue and is the former producer of several EWTN series and live shows. She lives in Ohio with her husband, David—an active member of the Knight of Columbus—who works in health-care, and their three children.
Segment 2 & 3 – “Mysteries of the Rosary” Series
“Mysteries of the Rosary integrates deeply reflective insights on the life of Christ, theological truths, and captivating stories together with breathtaking scenery, illuminating sacred art, and inspiring music. By filming on location in the Holy Land, our aspiration is to make the Rosary come alive in the hearts and minds of the participants. Encounters with Christ in the episodes and discussions will lead to even deeper encounters with Him in personal prayer and contemplation.” (Originally aired February 9, 2023)
Mark Hartfiel is Vice President of Paradisus Dei. For over 15 years, Mark has worked tirelessly to help thousands of men recognize their calling as authentic leaders in their marriages and families through the That Man is You! men’s program. Mark is the developer and host of TMIY: The Vision of Man Fully Alive, The Fight of Faith, All Things New, and Thy Kingdom Come. He graduated from Franciscan University in Steubenville and is the author of “The Hinge of the Hail Mary: The Art of Praying the Rosary,” which was published in 2020.
Segment 4 – “How the Eucharist Can Save Civilization”
“The greatest civilizations have all sought immortality. From inventions to massive monuments, these societies have tried to produce something that would define them and last forever. But only one is eternal: God Himself. Christ’s greatest gift, His divine flesh and blood in the Eucharist, is the eternal defining legacy of Christendom, the flower of Western Civilization. The Eucharist is not just a doctrine; it is a reality to be lived, and it must shape our entire lives and culture. Indeed, from hospitals to the great cathedrals, this gift defined Western Civilization and allowed it to reach its highest heights.” Dr. Staudt joins us. (Originally aired March 21, 2023)
R. Jared Staudt PhD, serves as Director of Content for Exodus 90 and as an instructor for the St. John Vianney Seminary lay division. He is author of How the Eucharist Can Save Civilization (TAN), Restoring Humanity: Essays on the Evangelization of Culture (Divine Providence Press) and The Beer Option (Angelico Press), as well as editor of Renewing Catholic Schools: How to Regain a Catholic Vision in a Secular Age (Catholic Education Press).
