Catholic Community on the Jersey Shore
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It is not unusual for even adult Catholics to be reluctant to talk about, or perhaps even particiapte in, the life of the Catholic Church. Often times adults and parents are embarassed that they do not feel they know enough about being Catholic to share it at home, among family and friends, or to even practice it regaularly.
Perhaps you have been away for a while and would like to start a journey back.
Not to worry!! You are not alone, and the great news is, there are fantastic resources out there to learn more about what it means to be Catholic.
As a start, you can't go wrong by exploring the offerings from Dynamic Catholic, Bishop Barron'sWord on Fire, Ascension Press, The Catholic Minute, Real Life Catholic, the Metanoia series from Fransiscan
University. If you want more, check out the 'Netflix for Catholics" at Formed.org
St. Catharine's and St. Denis subscribe to Formed.org. Sign up "as a parishioner."
We offer some content here to get you started on topics such as, our Faith, the Mass, the Sacraments, Catholic Moral Teaching, and Catholic Social Teaching.
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Other resources
What can we do? Here is an excellent article: Family is Where Church Begins
Free: To register: “Sign up as Parishioner," enter your info, and choose St. Catharine or St. Denis (or your parish)
Here are common Catholic Prayers
Prayer is vital! Try the Hallow App
Best Bibles for Catholics: Great Adventure Bible, Revised Standard Version: Catholic Edition.
If you like more traditional language: Douay-Rheims
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT AND ACTIVITIES
Bluey
The Tuttle Twins Youtube
The Tuttle Twins Books
Catholic Family Crate
Cultivating Catholics
Catholic Mom Vibes
Catholic Sprouts
5 Sparrows
Video Resources for answering your questions, and your children's:
Catechism: Real and True
Faith and Science: Science Uprising
Faith and Culture Issues: What Would You Say?
Faith, Culture and History Issues: Prager University
Faith and Society: Edify
BEST WAY TO GROW YOUR FAITH AT HOME- Try these great video-based resources:
Just Starting Out or Getting Back? Formed.org has something for you!- Best Place to Start: The Search
- More on the Holy Spirit: The Wild Goose
- More on Jesus: Into His Likeness
- Knowing Jesus Personally: The Chosen
Sign up for the daily reflections!
OTHER OPTIONS:- Dynamic Catholic: A great entry point for returning to the faith. Also, sign up for the
- Ascension Presents has a lot of content including homilies and topic-specific short videos.
- Metanoia: The sequel to The Wild Goose, focusing on our relationship with Jesus (It’s Free)
- Word on Fire: Bishop Barron’s library of Content. St. Catharine has free access to full library.
YOUTUBE CHANNELS
Channels with a lot to explore:
Dynamic Catholic- Not deep, but very engaging and encouraging. Good place to start
Ascension Presents- All things Catholic! Homilies, Topic-specific, Bible in a Year etc.
Word on Fire- Bishop Barron’s library of homilies and content.
Evangelization and Encouragement
Real Life Catholic- Chris Stefanick is a dynamo!
Father Michael Sliney- Short and to the point.
Apologetics: Knowing and Defending the Faith
Pints with Aquinas
Counsel of Trent
Well-Done Niche Channels
Christopher West (Theology of the Body)
Renewal Ministries (Charismatic)
Capturing Christianity
PODCASTS (FOR ALL)
The Bible in a Year- Father Mike Schmitz is great! An absolute bucket list item.
Catechism in a Year- Father Mike again takes us on a sublime journey in faith.
You Were Born for This- Father John Riccardo calls us to mission!
They That Hope- Father Dave Pivonka and Deacon Bob Rice. Faith and fun together.
Blood Sweat and Joy- Chris Stefanick exhorts and encourages as only he can.
Christ is the Answer- Father John Riccardo reveals Christ to us all.
A Reason for Hope- From Array of Hope. Interviews with inspirational Catholics.
Ask Father Josh- Father Josh answers your Catholic questions.
GEARED TO WOMEN
Abiding Together- Sister Miriam and friends take you through a joyful faith journey
Girlfriends-Danielle Bean and the folks at Ascension speak to and for women.
GEARED TO MEN
Anchored in Hope- Father Larry Richards calls us to raise our games.
Catholic Men- Literature for the Catholic Gentleman
The Catholic Gentleman- No holds barred, topic driven. Bishop Sheen in the mix.Just a Guy in the Pew- A regular Catholic guy talking about everyday Catholic things.
Good Reads- Early Stage of Journey
The Beginning Guide to Roman Catholic Faith
Catholics Come Home- Making the Journey Back
Good Reads- Next Stages of Journey
My Catholic Life- RCIA at Home!
Catholic Parents- Resources on the Issues
Meaning of Catholic- Deeper Dive
Core Websites for Men:
Engaging the Battle: Into the Breach
Heroic Men Videos- The Netflix for Catholic Men
Fathers of St Joseph- Youtube channel with great inspirational and instructive videos
RISE- Chris Stefanick challenges all men as only he can (explore the Real Life Catholic website)
The King's Men- Mark Houck builds authentic Catholic men
Catholics Come Home- Returning to the Faith
Fraternus- Building Catholic youth and men via outdoor exploration and skills
Dads- Becoming a Godly father
Catholic Dads- Forming men in their faith
Niche Websites for Men:
Catholic Gentleman- Old fashioned manly virtues with Bishop Sheen in the mix.
Wild at Heart- Masculine faith! Love God and Live Free!
2232Men- Men and prayer
Roman Catholic Men- Preparing Men to Battle Evil
Men of Iron- Building men of iron!
Hard as Nails- Men as mentors
Strong Catholic Dads- The title says it all
Meaning of Catholic- The reality of what we are up against
Dynamic Catholic Sacramental Prep makes for great family viewing. Entertaining and informative.
BLESSED FOR KIDS- First Communion
TEENS AND PARENTS- Confirmation Prep
COUPLES- Marriage Enrichment
NEW PARENTS- Baptism