A new study just out from Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois, shows that girls as young as six are being conditioned by secular media to view themselves as sex objects. Yes, you read that right sex objects. At a time when they should be learning to read and exploring their artistic Read more
Here’s a must-read article from New American: “Study Shows Girls as Young as Six View Themselves as Sex Objects.” http://www.thenewamerican.com/culture/faith-and-morals/item/12604-study-shows-girls-as-young-as-six-view-themselves-as-sex-objects This is a dangerous trend, and is one more reason we need to be vigilant for our next generation, whether we’re parents or not. Satan will stop at nothing to Read more
Ave Maria Radio is celebrating 15 years of Catholic radio broadcasting, flourishing in spite of some devastating odds. The celebration will include some marvelous activities. Read about Ave Maria’s history, success, and inside scoop in the article linked below and written by my friend, Patti Maguire Armstrong. http://www.integratedcatholiclife.org/2012/08/armstrong-ave-maria-radio-anniversary/
Hi, Friends. I’ll be chatting with Teresa Tomeo about the spirituality of womanhood and my upcoming appearance at the San Antonio Catholic Women’s Conference tomorrow, Thursday, August 23 at 8:39am CST. You can tune in live or listen to the podcast later at this link: http://avemariaradio.net/christian-radio-host.php/Teresa-Tomeo/
My spiritual director once pointed out to me that, since the folks in heaven don’t really need anything, it would make sense that they would give rather than expect gifts on special days like holidays and birthdays. Since our Blessed Mother Mary loves us purely and without bounds, wouldn’t that Read more
Exciting news! I’ve been nominated for the top 100 Catholic speakers list for “Catholic Speaker Month” in September. This is a wonderful opportunity for me and so many other Catholic speakers to showcase our talents. Won’t you please go to http://brandonvogt.com/scsmvoting/ and cast your vote for your 15 favorite Catholic speakers? Of course, Read more
Everyone needs some quiet time now and then to step back, reassess, and reinvigorate. Now it’s my turn. I’ll be stepping back for about ten days from Internet, email, and phone, and that includes this blog. Not to worry: I’m sure that I’ll have plenty of great new items and Read more