Lighthouse Talks
Lighthouse talks help us more closely experience and appreciate the most profound act of God’s love for humanity.
Find wisdom from leading Catholic experts in biblical studies, evangelization, and more. No matter where you find yourself, this podcast provides signs of grace and hope.
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Jesus the Bridegroom: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told by Dr. Brant Pitre
Dr. Brant Pitre is an enthusiastic and engaging speaker who regularly lectures throughout the country. In this stunning talk, Dr. Pitre applies his knowledge of the Jewish roots of Christianity to the very heart of the Gospel:the love of Christ. You will learn what it really means to have a "pers...
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Our Beautiful End: Exploring the Timeless Mystery of Heaven by Matthew Leonard
The son of a Protestant minister, Matthew Leonard is now an internationally known Catholic speaker, author, and the Executive Director of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. In this presentation, Matthew discusses the nature and role of beauty in life, particularly how it sheds light on th...
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Our Lady of Fatima and the Fall of Communism by Craig Turner
Craig Turner, a well-respected journalist and researcher, shares the unmistakable connection between the apparitions of our Blessed Mother at Fatima in 1917 and the fall of Communism in Europe more than seventy years later. This talk is sure to provide a greater awareness of the motherly help and...
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A Pastor's Wife's Journey Home by Kimberly Hahn
The daughter of a Protestant minister and wife of Dr. Scott Hahn, Kimberly Hahn candidly shares her difficult journey into the Catholic Faith. She explains how close examination of the Church's teachings on family life and artificial contraception led her to embrace the fullness of the Faith, and...
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Prayer: Gateway to the Spiritual Life by Abp. Paul Coakley
Archbishop Paul Coakley attended the University of Kansas where he completed his undergraduate studies in English and Classical Antiquities. After being ordained to the priesthood in 1983, he served as a priest of the Wichita Diocese for 21 years. He was installed as bishop of Salina, Kansas by P...
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Praying the Rosary Like Never Before by Dr. Edward Sri
Dr. Edward Sri is a nationally sought Catholic speaker who appears regularly on EWTN and is a founding leader of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students). In this Lighthouse Talk, Sri discusses the main tenets of his book, The New Rosary in Scripture:Biblical Insights on Praying the Twe...
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Protecting Innocence: Parenting, Your Kids, & the Internet by Matt Fradd
Matt Fradd, a best-selling Catholic author, presents new data to show how the changes in the types and accessibility of pornography being promoted today make it far more dangerous and harmful than ever before. Matt draws from a wealth of experience to guide parents in taking decisive action to pr...
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Pure Fatherhood by Devin Schadt
Fathers are the link between heaven and earth and are intended to be an image of our Heavenly Father. Drawing on the examples of St. Joseph, Devin Schadt shows us how to become a father on earth like our Father in heaven. Devin is a husband, a father of five, and the co-founder of the Fathers of ...
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Put Not Your Trust in Princes by Christopher Check
Speaking from his perspective as a historian, Christopher Check reminds us that the crisis of our age is cultural and, in the end, spiritual. He explains that a flourishing society is not achieved through legislation or at the ballot box, but instead radiates from the family out. Using examples f...
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Real Womanhood by Lisa Cotter
In this talk given to a group of women at the FOCUS national conference, Lisa Cotter debunks the myths of modern day stereotypical womanhood. Using insights from the late Pope St. John Paul II and the heroic example of modern-day saints, Lisa gets to the truth about what it means to be an authent...
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Encountering the Poor: Biblical Roots for Catholic Social Teaching by Tim Gray
Dr. Timothy Gray is the president of the Augustine Institute and is a well-known Scripture scholar and Catholic speaker. With his eloquent style and polished delivery, Dr. Gray expounds upon the teachings of the Catholic Church surrounding social justice in light of Sacred Scripture. Discover how...
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Religionless Spirituality by Dr. Tim Gray
Renowned Scripture scholar and author, Dr. Tim Gray, provides a fascinating explanation of the importance of the visible Church and the centrality of God on earth. He offers incredible insights that make clear the role of the Church as an essential part of God's plan for salvation, which are sure...
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Relativism: Do You Know How It Is Affecting You? by Chris Stefanick
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI considered moral relativism to be the most dangerous dictatorship existing in the world today. In this presentation, Chris Stefanick debunks the powerful and epidemic myth of relativism with honesty, relevance, humor, and logical validity, offering a much-needed perspec...
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The Resurrection of Jesus Fact or Fiction? by Steven Smith
Come to grips with what really happened to Jesus as Dr. Steven Smith explores Resurrection narratives from the vantage point of each of the four Gospels as well as many of the vital medical details of Roman crucifixion. Dr. Steven Smith is a professor of Sacred Scripture at Mount Saint Mary's Sem...
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Emotional Virtue by Sarah Swafford
Today's dating scene is more complicated than ever, especially with social media, texting, and the endless pressure of the world's expectations. Learn how to navigate through the confusion and discover the freedom that comes from living virtuously. Sarah Swafford is the founder of Emotional Virtu...
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The Roots of the Crisis by Dr. Tim Gray
The clergy sexual abuse scandals have rocked the Catholic Church and caused a crisis of faith (and of evangelization) for many. When facing such a daunting and terrible crisis, it can be difficult to find the right way forward.
In this talk, Dr. Tim Gray explains with conviction and insight t... -
Drawing Strength from Our Lady of Sorrows by Kimberly Hahn
Speaker and author Kimberly Hahn, wife of Dr. Scott Hahn and mother of six, is a convert to the Catholic Faith. Although honoring Mary was difficult for her to understand initially, she began to encounter Mary's loving guidance in little ways on a daily basis. In this presentation, Kimberly refle...
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Drawing Close: The God Who Desires You by David Calavitta
David Calavitta has worked in Catholic Youth ministry for the past 13 years, serving as a youth minister in several parishes, as well as a missionary with NET Ministries. In this heart-felt talk given at a Steubenville Youth Conference, David reflects upon the all-important and fundamental truth ...
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Lectio Divina: Hearing God's Voice Through Scripture by Tim Gray
In this informative presentation, Dr. Tim Gray, the President of the Augustine Institute in Denver, Colorado, shares how Lectio Divina enables you to enter into a dialogue with God. This prayerful reading of Sacred Scripture is a proven means to encounter God in daily life and will benefit both t...
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Discerning God's Will by Fr. Larry Richards
"How do I know what God wants?" Knowing the will of God can be an intimidating topic for people of all ages. In this talk, Fr. Larry Richards, the founder of "The Reason for Our Hope" foundation, delves into the process of discernment. With personal stories, practical steps, and sound advice, Fr....
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The Life of Padre Pio by Matthew Arnold
Matthew Arnold recounts the life story of St. Pio of Pietrelcina, a twentieth century saint and mystic who is known around the world as Padre Pio.
This presentation includes fascinating details about St. Pio's ministry of hearing confessions, his ability to read souls, the multitude of miracles...
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Light in the Darkness by Patrick Lencioni
Patrick Lencioni is the founder of The Table Group and the author of 10 books, which have sold over 4 million copies and been translated into more than 25 languages. Additionally, The Wall Street Journal called him one of the most sought-after business speakers in America. In this talk given at t...
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Detox by Jason Evert
Within every heart is a battlefield between love and lust. In this presentation, Jason Evert discusses the strategies necessary to win the war and uproot the vice of pornography once and for all. Jason is an internationally known Catholic author and speaker. He has spoken to more than one million...
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The Logic of Being Catholic by Dr. Ray Guarendi
Dr. Ray Guarendi shares his story of how logic led him home to the Catholic Church. He found out that, contrary to his Protestant misunderstandings, the Church is coherent and never contradicts herself. Dr. Ray explains how the answers to his objections to Catholicism were both Biblical and belie...