Catholic Apostolate Center Reflections
Listen to reflections by various Center staff and collaborators about topics pertinent to the liturgical seasons and current events. Find Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C.’s weekly reflections as well as reflections from Brian Rhude, the Center’s project coordinator. Listen to audio from recent Center webinars and audio from presentations at recent conferences.
Vision
For the Second Sunday of Lent, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on living our lives in Christ without fear.
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Hungry
For the First Sunday of Lent, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on Lent as a time to deepen our life in Christ.
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Fulfill
For the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank reflects on fulfilling the will of God. Follow us: - The Catholic Apostolate Center - The Center's podcast website - Instagram - Facebook - Apple Podcasts - Spotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank’s more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.
Lamp
For the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on showing the light of Christ to all.
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Crowds
For the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on living the Beatitudes.
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Immediately
For the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on following Christ.
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Rank
For the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on following Christ.
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Allow
For the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Fr. Frank reflects on our call to live the mission of Christ.
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Offered
For The Epiphany of the Lord, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on following Christ.
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Dwelt
For the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on Christ dwelling among us.
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Bear
For the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on Emmanuel, Jesus Christ, God-with-us.
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More
For the Third Sunday of Advent, Gaudete Sunday, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on how we are called to more in Christ.
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Clear
For the Second Sunday of Advent, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on what we need to clear away in order to live more fully for Christ.
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Coming
For the First Sunday of Advent, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on Christ coming at the end of time and coming into our lives each day.
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Saved
For the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on faith in Christ as the way to salvation.
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Testimony
For the Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our testifying about Christ to all even when it is difficult and challenging.
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Tables
For the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on the Body of Christ.
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Faithful
For the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed or All Souls, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our faithfulness to Christ on this side of life and how it determines our eternal life.
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Two
For the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our stance before God.
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Weary
For the Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on openness to the response of God to our prayers.
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Voices
For the Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on being thankful to Christ.
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Size
For the Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on the size of our faith.
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Pope Leo XIV and Unity in Christ with Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C.: Son Rise Morning Show 10/01/2025
Pope Leo XIV has made unity a central aspect of his pontificate from his papal motto to gathering with leaders from the Orthodox Church. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, about how unity in Augustinian spirituality has pervaded Pope Leo’s actions and sayings to build a more unified Church.
St. Augustine and the Augustinians emphasize unity in their spirituality and charism. Pope Leo XIV’s experience in Augustinian spirituality has led to his emphasis on unity in his pontificate. Pope...
Lifetime
For the Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on living our lives for Christ.
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Owe
For the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on what we owe God.
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Up
For the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross for us.
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Cannot
For the Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on giving ourselves fully as a disciple of Christ.
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Lowest
For the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on selflessly serving Christ.
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Strive
For the Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on striving for Christ.
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Establish
For the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on living our life of faith with zeal.
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Prepared
For the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our being prepared every day to receive Christ in our lives.
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Store
For the Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on what is truly important in life.
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Find
For the Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on being open to God.
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Better
For the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on choosing the better part.
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Care
For the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on caring for our neighbor.
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Carry
For the Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on going forth on mission for Christ.
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Upon
For the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on being perfected by Christ for mission.
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Satisfied
For the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on focusing our lives on Christ alone, especially in the Eucharist.
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Tell
For the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our communion with God.
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You
For the Solemnity of Pentecost, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on our being sent on mission for Christ.
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