Our first reading today comes from Sirach 27:30–28:7. Sirach is one of the deuterocanonical books, which are not included in Protestant Bibles due to historical reasons. However, these books were well known in Jesus’ time and were part of the broader scriptural...
A common claim from some Protestant groups is that Catholics do not believe in the Rapture. That is correct—Catholics do not subscribe to the Rapture doctrine. In fact, no one should believe in it. But why? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOuWJNcyJi8 What is the...
We’ve all had moments where we needed mercy. Just as important as giving mercy is the ability to receive it. But receiving mercy can be harder than it sounds. Why? Because of mental obstacles like pride, doubt, and shame. Let’s start with pride. Pride convinces us...
Today is the Feast of Corpus Christi—or in English, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ. “Corpus Christi” is Latin for “the Body of Christ.” So really, this is the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ. And what we’re talking about...
Taylor Kemp, former professional soccer star and vice president of content at the Augustine Institute, shares why Symbolon, the most popular series on FORMED.org, has been revamped to focus on the Catholic Church in America. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KhHoaO9O28...
These are the presider's chairs, or the fancy word is the sedilia. They are chairs in which the priest and, if you have deacons, deacons sit. Sometimes you'll have servers sit up next to the priest as well. They should resemble the pews in the church, but they should...
In a world filled with information overload, it's easy to assume that younger generations are too far removed from faith. However, the opposite may be true. Many young people, particularly Gen Z, have little to no exposure to Christianity, making them more receptive...
Hey everyone, welcome to the Catholic Link Show! We're your hosts, Drew and Katy Taylor, and we pray this time will be your link to living the faith like never before. Today, we have our first-ever unboxing of the best Catholic Bible, period. Alright, here we go! The...
Evangelization can be daunting—you want to share the message of Jesus, but you’re afraid of saying the wrong thing or not knowing where to start. Thankfully, there are resources designed to equip Catholics with the tools and confidence to spread the Gospel...
Are you searching for answers to life’s struggles? The key to overcoming challenges and becoming the best version of yourself lies in one word—virtue. In this conversation, Drew Taylor of Catholic Link sits down with Dave DiNuzzo, founder of TrueManhood.com, to...
A common misconception about Catholicism is that we worship statues. If someone asks you, “Why do you worship statues?” here’s how you can respond with clarity and charity. Do Catholics Worship Statues? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-0hZ-IYBws “Catholics don’t...
Discover the deep symbolism of the Paschal Candle with Fr. George in this enlightening video. Used during the Easter Vigil, baptisms, and funerals, this sacred candle represents Christ as the light of the world and the hope of the resurrection. Learn how its flame...
What is an Ambry? What are Holy Oils and why are they important, and why do they need to be protected? Catholic Holy Oils are used in Baptism, Ordinations, Consecration, Confirmation, and Anointings; learn more about a Catholic Ambry. Father George provides a Catholic...
The Rosary takes about 20 minutes to pray—so what could Father Mark-Mary possibly talk about for an entire year? That’s exactly what we’re diving into today on the Catholic Link Show with your hosts, Drew and Katie Taylor! We’re thrilled to welcome back our first-ever...
Today I’m going to show you how to make your very own paracord Rosary. This is the first of three videos I’ll be releasing over the next few weeks, all about the Rosary. First, I’ll show you how to make your own Rosary. Then, I’ll guide you through praying the Rosary,...
If you have ever wondered: Can you pray a rosary without beads? What is the significance of Rosary beads, and why do we pray the Rosary with beads? What is the Rosary, and how do we pray it? What are the mysteries of the Rosary? What are the prayers of the Rosary?...
The History Of Latin In The Catholic Church When did Latin become the official language of the Church, and should it be used in today’s Mass? These are questions many Catholics ponder, especially when considering the role of Latin in modern worship. Historically,...
What Is A Tabernacle? Fr. George Answers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkpW5GVblwo
Have you ever considered a home birth but thought, "That's a little bit much"? We're going to talk about five reasons it might be a good decision for you and your family. Having experienced hospital, birthing center, and home births, we hope this video is a blessing...
Corporals are ordinarily square in shape, and they're the linen that is opened on top of the altar before the priest consecrates the bread and the wine. It's called a Corporal because it is meant to catch the Corpus or body of Christ that may break off of the host...
This is a baptismal font. This particular baptismal font has two parts. It includes a smaller section where we can perform what is called a baptism by infusion, which involves pouring water. There is also a larger section where a full immersion baptism can be...
10 Catholic Saint Quotes On Christmas That Will Help You Find Joy! "May your soul, like a mystical bee, never abandon the little King and may everything within it be for Him." — St. Francis de Sales “What worthy return can we make for so great a condescension? The One...
The altar has six candles, with options to use two, four, or six. They are typically arranged in even numbers on either side and sometimes in the center. A cross can be placed on the altar or nearby. The altar setup is meant to direct the entire liturgy, which is...
Votive candles are candles lit for intercession, usually for a particular intention. The idea behind a votive candle is that, as human beings, we cannot stay in church and pray all day, even if we want to. Therefore, we light a candle as an offering, saying, "Lord, I...
Every pope from St. John XXIII to Pope Francis has emphasized the Church’s need for a new Pentecost. Without it, the call to a new evangelization remains incomplete. Consider the stark contrast between how the disciples lived before Pentecost and how they lived...