Who was the first pope to appear on film: Leo XIII, [1878 - 1903] in 1896. make a radio broadcast: Pius XI, [1922 - 1939] c. 1931. have a ‘full-length’ movie made about him: Pius XII, [1939 - 1958], in 1942 the movie called ‘Pastor Angelus‘ (angelic shepard) per the Malachyprophecy for that papacy. speak on TV: [...]
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Evaluating messages behind what you watch
Faced with so much “spin” how can we evaluate the background and point of view of the news, the movies and contemporary music we watch? Lars Dahle offers the following guide to “develop a more critical awareness of the messages they receive, and of the worldview behind them”. NEWS: Questions to consider when watching the news(by Lars Dahle) [...]
Fr. Robert Barron – On the New Evangelization and New Media
Fr. Barron reflects on On the New Evangelization and New Media in a video interview with Brandon Vogt. For most people, Fr. Robert Barron hardly needs an introduction. As a preacher, commentator, and media personality, he’s become one of the main faces of American Catholicism. Related FAMVIN Posts:Fr. Baron on new evangelization and mediaVatican taking another step into [...]
Fr. Baron on new evangelization and media
How can we think about “new evangelization” AND “media” Fr. Robert Barron offers his reflections in this YouTube video. He has become one of the main faces of American Catholicism. Outside the academic world, Fr. Barron is best known for his 10-part Catholicism documentary series. Seen by millions on PBS and EWTN, the series used theology, art, architecture, music, and [...]
How to defend faith without raising your voice
It is about winning friends, not arguments. It is about shedding light, not heat. It’s about reframing the argument so hearts can be opened and minds can be inspired. How to Defend the Faith without Raising Your Voice is a new sort of apologetics. It is for those moments when you are thrust into the spotlight [...]
“Is there a Catholic media and is the media for Catholics?”
“I begin my presentation with the story of Qumran because it offers the Church one paradigm of how to deal with the world, with news, with media and communications. There are some people and even leaders in the Church today who feel very much like the leaders of the Essene community – who view themselves [...]
Vatican taking another step into digital media for WYD
The Vatican is taking yet another step forward when it comes to technology. After creating their news portal news.va and the tweet by the pope, the Vatican is now launching a new application.It’s called “iGPII.” It allows you to follow World Youth Day from your iPhone or iPad. It will be available starting August 1st in five [...]
Blogging Bishops
With a tip of the hat to Aggie Catholics for getting things rolling – CathholicTechTalk presents a [growing] list of Bishops Who Blog. Or podcast. Or write a column that’s available on the web. Related FAMVIN Posts:Bishops say immigration reform nowBishops to Congress – Protect the poor Sisters join Bishop’s Walk for PeaceSome surprising Papal firstsUS Bishops [...]
CM Bishop hosts First Friday podcasts
First Fridays, the Bishop of Trenton, David M. O’Connell, hosts “The Shepherd’s Voice” – a LIVE informative and interactive program. Bishop O’Connell begins the program with a teaching and brief commentary, and then Jim and Cheryl Manfredonia help facilitate the hour as they open the telephones for listeners to call in and speak with the [...]
Another Papal First – Call to Space Station
April 22, 2011. (Romereports.com) On May 4 Benedict XVI will be the first pope to make a phone call into space. He will be in satellite contact with the international space station to mark the arrival of the shuttle endeavor. The pope is expected to speak with the Italian astronauts, Colonel Roberto Vittori, who is [...]
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