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Why Does She Weep?
What must we do to console Mary’s sorrowful heart? Brian K. Kravec shares why the Blessed Mother weeps, and what we can do to console her.
Author Brian K. Kravec
Brian K. Kravec
Brian is cradle Catholic, husband and father. He is a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Brian and his wife are consecrated members of the Militia Immaculata, a worldwide evangelization movement founded by St. Maximilian Kolbe in 1917 that encourages total consecration to the Blessed Virgin Mary as a means of spiritual renewal for individuals and society. For information on the MI and total consecration visit www.consecration.com.
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Central Valley Encounter
Possibility Productions and Holy Spirit Parish (Fresno, CA) invite you to Central Valley Encounter, a Catholic Concert Celebration for the entire family featuring Dave Moore, Tori Harris, Fr. Kevin McGoldrick and Daniel Bell.
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Calling All Men
Be Strong and Show Yourself a Man (1 Kings 2:2) is the theme of this year’s Central Valley Men’s Conference, held in Modesto, CA. Brian K. Kravec explains why you should encourage the men in your life to attend this event!
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Thrive in Joy – Finding Light Through Lightning and Loss
Brian K. Kravec shares news of a foundation that honors the memory of a young man who wanted to do good for others.
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Pray for Peace in Concert with Audrey Assad
Audrey Assad is a worship leader, musician and recording artist who writes, in her own words, “soundtracks for prayer.”
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The Ribbon of My Life and a Knot Undone
Brian K. Kravec entrusts his fears and worries to Our Lady, Undoer of Knots–and discovers that the knots in the ribbon of his life are finally coming undone.
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Comic Laughter to Benefit Our Lady of Mercy
Barnes & Miner, whose shows have been described as part reality, part therapy and all comedy, are performing at St. Patrick’s Parish in Merced, California, Friday, Sept. 25. Brian K. Kravec has details on this unique fundraising event.
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Art and the Abolishment of Human Trafficking
“Human trafficking is an open wound on the body of contemporary society, a scourge upon the body of Christ. It is a crime against humanity.” – Pope Francis. Learn how singer/songwriter Amanda Vernon works to help victims of this crime in Brian Kravec’s look at how music can raise awareness of this terrible industry.
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Every Ounce Counts
There’s not much I miss about going to work in prison for twenty-five years but, I am eternally grateful for the liberating encounter on my way to prison that afternoon.
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On a Mission with Matt Maher and Fr. Don Calloway, MIC
“St. Patrick’s Parish – Doing Beautiful Things for Merced and the Heart of the Central Valley.”
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One Hour for Life with Tori Harris
Eucharistic Adoration, Praise and Worship featuring the music of Tori Harris – uniting the Central Valley in prayer for an increase of the Sanctity of Life from conception to natural death.
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To Forgive or Not to Forgive
Unforgiveness – refusing to forgive or ask forgiveness – is a very slow and deadly poison. The only antidote is forgiveness – given and received – through Christ-like, crucified love.
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Your Complete Stewardship Portfolio
Each of us has been given spiritual gifts and natural talents and we only have one brief life to make the best of what God has given us. Don’t bury your talent.
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Mary of Nazareth to be Shown at Historic Merced Theatre
If you live near Merced, California, be sure to check out this opportunity to see the film MARY OF NAZARETH.
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In His Presence with WiL Frey
Msgr. Patrick McCormick and Roy Guzman cordially invite you to enter in His presence for an hour of Eucharistic Adoration featuring the music of Catholic singer, songwriter and recording artist, WiL Frey. This Holy Hour will take place at St. Patrick’s Church, Merced, Wednesday, February 26 from 7-8PM in prayerful support of the Diocese of Fresno Confirmation class of 2014.