Issue 67
April 20, 2015
 Introducing 
 
The Catholic Apostolate Center is pleased to present its newly released E-book, Ad Infinitum: Reflections from the Bloggers of the Catholic Apostolate Center. A project many years in the making, this E-book is a selection from the hundreds of posts that have appeared on the Catholic Apostolate Center's Ad Infinitum blog since its inception. 

The E-book is divided into five sections, each group offering a different perspective on the faith. You will find suggestions on how to live a life akin to the Apostles, receive lessons from the saints, and much more! We encourage you to download this E-book and share it with your family, friends and colleagues. 
In This Issue
Upcoming Webinars

Why Go To Church: 
Understanding the Importance of the Mass
By Steve Hemler, author of 
The Reality of God: The Layman's Guide to Scientific Evidence for the Creator
Sunday, April 26th, 7:00pm


Many people consider themselves to be "spiritual" but not "religious." Some people will say that they believe in God, yet see no reason to regularly attend Mass. This webinar helps us respond to this growing trend by exploring key reasons why active involvement in the life of the Church, especially the Mass, is Christ's will for his followers. This webinar will unravel the importance and historical traditions of the celebration of the Mass and provide valuable information for sharing with family and friends who do not regularly attend Mass. 


Family Life as Witness to the Gospel 
Webinar Series 
Families experience many different challenges and opportunities to be witnesses to the Gospel. In moments of Joy and hardship, some of the greatest opportunities to grow in faith are available. This periodic webinar series, in preparation for the World Meeting of Families in September, looks at aspects and events of family life and how they can be moments for pastoral leaders to evangelize and witness to the Gospel. 

Part 1:

Marriage Ministry as a Moment for Evangelization
By Carmina Chapp, Associate Director, 
Theology Programs at 
Saint Joseph's College Online
Monday, May 4th, 7:00pm

Past Webinars

Martin Sheen: Pilgrim on the Way:
A Conversation with Sr. Rose Pacatte, FSP
In her book Martin Sheen: Pilgrim on the Way, Sr. Rose Pacatte, FSP discusses the actor's faith and many of the themes and stories that shaped his Catholic identity. In this webinar, Sr. Rose discusses the book as a reflection of the life of Martin Sheen from those that know him best, his family and friends. Sr. Rose also offers insight into her work as a movie reviewer and critic, which the New York Times praised of "her significant role in the crossroads of faith and film."
Archbishop Kurtz presents a keynote address at the 2015
Catholic Leadership Conference
Catholic Apostolate Center co-sponsors Catholic Leadership Conference

On Saturday, April 18th, the Catholic Leadership Conference occurred at The Catholic University of America. Young Adult Catholic leaders from the Washington D.C. metropolitan area attended this event on the topic of Gaudium et Spes: The Church in the Modern World at 50. Keynote speakers included Archbishop Joseph Kurtz, President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and Archbishop of Louisville, and Jonathan Reyes, Executive Director of Justice, Peace and Human Development at the USCCB. We were pleased to have co-sponsored this event with DCCatholic and CUA Knights of Columbus Council #9542. Look out in future newsletters for video of the keynote addresses at this year's conference. 
      Upcoming Presentations
 
 
What Qualities Should I Look For in a Spouse?
presented by
Monica Thom Konschnik 
Administration & Finance Manager, Catholic Apostolate Center 
&
David Konschnik
Executive Producer, National Geographic Studios
 
April 28 - 6p.m.
Buffalo Billiards DC
1330 19th St. NW, Washington D.C.
**This presentation is a part of the Spring Theology on Tap series presented by DC Catholic & the Archdiocese of Washington**


                                                                                                                        

Encountering Christ: A Parish Mission
presented by
Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. D.Min. 
Director, Catholic Apostolate Center

Our Lady of Lourdes Church
Seaford, Delaware
April 29-May 1
7-8:30pm each evening
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Speaking and Media Inquiries

The Catholic Apostolate Center is available to present, discuss, exhibit, and speak on many topics with relevance to the Church and the world today. We encourage you to contact the Center to learn more about how we can collaborate with you through the media, speaking engagements, or conference exhibitions. 


(Pictured right: Catholic Apostolate Center Director, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. & Center Advisor, Barbara McCrabb present on Collaboration in Ministry at the 2015
Mid-Atlantic Congress.)
From the Ad Infinitum Blog

How God Provides Us Direction
by Dana Edwards
Digital Strategist and volunteer at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Tallahassee, Florida
 
Like most high school students, I had a yearly summer reading list to complete before the start of the next school term. One summer, I was required to read "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" by Mitch Albom. Reading this book was a "light bulb" moment for me. One line from the book stuck with me: "There are five people you meet in heaven. Each of us was in your life for a reason. You may not have known the reason at the time, and that is what heaven is for."
 
After reading that line, I knew there had been individuals placed in my life for reasons I came to realize after reflection, as well as reasons yet to be revealed.
 

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