Lighthouse Talks

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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Lighthouse Talks
  • An Invitation to Consider the Catholic Faith by Fr. Francis Peffley

    Why should a person who is not Catholic consider entering into the Church? Father Francis Peffley gives five compelling reasons, followed by a simple outline of the steps one would take to begin the process of becoming Catholic. Fr. Peffley is active with parish young adult ministry, retreat work...

  • All Things are Possible for God by Fr. Joshua Waltz

    As a young man, the last thing Fr. Joshua Waltz ever thought he would be was a Catholic priest. But a series of unconnected choices ultimately led him to enter the seminary. In this talk, Fr. Waltz shares an incredible vocation story that involves heartbreak, robbers, Europe, and several miracles...

  • Al rescate de la familia por Monseñor Jorge De los Santos

    El Monseñor Jorge De los Santos nos comunica los retos de la familia y hace una comparación entre lo que es la familia y la religiosidad hispana. Si se quiebra la familia, se quiebra la sociedad y la Iglesia y el mundo porque la familia es la base de todo. El objetivo de esta plática es despertar...

  • Our Lady of Guadalupe by Luis Soto

    Many people have heard of Our Lady of Guadalupe, but few people know her story. In this talk, speaker and catechist Luis Soto (who himself was born and raised in Mexico) shares the little-known history and life-changing importance of Mary's appearance to a peasant man named Juan Diego, and the mi...

  • The Face of God by St. Teresa of Kolkata

    St. Teresa of Kolkata is known throughout the world as a woman totally committed to the Gospel. In the first presentation, she explains the infinite value of God's gift of life; in the second presentation, she emphasizes the Eucharist and our call to imitate Christ by loving each other unconditio...

  • Keep Holy the Sabbath by Dr. Tim Gray

    Dr. Timothy Gray is the president of the Augustine Institute and is a well-known Scripture scholar and Catholic speaker. With fascinating detail and examples, Dr. Gray here discusses the profound importance for individuals, and for modern society, of properly observing Sunday as the Lord's Day by...

  • Aborting America: Story of an Ex-Abortionist & Ex-Atheist by Bernard Nathanson

    Bernard Nathanson was an American medical doctor from New York who helped to found the National Abortion Rights Action League, but then later became an acclaimed pro-life activist. He gained national attention by becoming one of the founding members of the National Abortion Rights Action League, ...

  • Saint John Paul the Great by Jason Evert

    Discover the five great loves of Pope Saint John Paul II as Jason Evert, renowned Catholic speaker and author, shares remarkable stories about this saint's life from those who knew him, including bishops, students whom he taught, and Swiss Guards who interacted with him daily. Jason presents a we...

  • St. Joseph: Patron of the Universal Church by Mark Miravalle

    The holy and hidden figure of St. Joseph comes to light in this captivating presentation by Dr. Mark Miravalle. What is the dignity of this great man, and how do we convey the wondrous power of his intercession? Listen now as Dr. Miravalle delves into the fascinating and hidden life of the man wh...

  • Saint Teresa of Ávila: A True Reformer by Christopher Blum

    Dr. Christopher Blum, Academic Dean of the Augustine Institute, unfolds the inspiring life of St. Teresa and her important role in the Catholic Reformation. He shares how, after having already been a nun for twenty years, she had a radical transformation in her own life and then became one of the...

  • Saints for Sinners: The Lives of St. Augustine & St. Margaret by Alban Goodier

    Learning about the lives of the saints is a great way to deepen our love of God and recommit us to his service. We are reminded of how the Lord works in the lives of ordinary people, helping us to conquer sin. In this excerpt from the book, Saints for Sinners, the incredible lives of these saints...

  • The Saving Power of Divine Mercy by Fr. Jason Brooks

    Pope St. John Paul II said that Divine Mercy is THE message for the third millennium and God's gift to our time. There is nothing that mankind needs more than Christ's Divine Mercy. To help us avail ourselves of that loving mercy, Fr. Brooks focuses on what we know of God's Mercy, our response to...

  • Journey Through Advent: Cycle B by Bishop Robert Barron

    *NOTE: This talk follows Liturgical Cycle B but is still beneficial to listen to during Advent at anytime*

    Get the most out of Advent and Christmas by following along with Bishop Robert Barron's homilies as he unpacks the profound Scripture readings for Liturgical Cycle B.

    Advent Week 1: Is ...

  • 7 Secrets of Confession by Vinny Flynn

    In this inspiring presentation, popular speaker Vinny Flynn explores the "hidden" truths of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, presenting what to many will be a whole new way of approaching Confession, inviting you to begin an exciting personal journey to healing and holiness. If you do not yet loo...

  • 5-Time Major League All-Star on Winning the Game for Christ by Mike Sweeney

    All-star Mike Sweeney speaks to 5000 young adults about his own experience of living his Catholic Faith from when he was a high school jock to his time in Major League baseball. With humor and humility, he shares the circumstances that led him to center his life completely on God, and how the Lor...

  • The 3 Stages of the Interior Life by Matthew Leonard

    Join Matthew Leonard as he walks through the three stages of the spiritual life, helping you progress toward union with God and enter the interior castle written about by St. Teresa of Avila. With humor and concrete examples, this presentation is sure to aid you in your journey to becoming a saint.

  • Science, the Origin of the Universe, & God by Fr. Robert Spitzer

    All too often, science is falsely pitted against Faith to disprove the tenants of Christianity. In this informative talk, Fr. Robert Spitzer, SJ—expert in physics, philosophy, and theology—debunks this powerful myth as he discusses the Big Bang and the origin of the universe with sound reason, cr...

  • A Scriptural Walk through the Mass by Dr. Edward Sri

    For Catholics, the Mass is entirely familiar, but often not well understood. Scripture scholar and wellknown author Dr. Edward Sri takes listeners on a journey through the sacred liturgy that is sure to help Catholics experience the Mass more fully as the most powerful and important prayer of the...

  • Searching the Scriptures: The Gospel of John by Stephen Ray

    Join Biblical expert and Catholic apologist Stephen Ray on a personal pilgrimage through the pages of St. John's Gospel. Stephen draws from his extensive scholarship and his time spent in the Holy Land filming documentaries to bring forth many of the profound theological truths that lie beneath t...

  • The Second Greatest Story Ever Told by Fr. Michael Gaitley

    In this vastly popular talk, Fr. Michael Gaitley describes the "second greatest story ever told"—a story that encompasses Divine Mercy, the life of Pope St. John Paul II, and the crucial role that Marian Consecration can play in your life. Fr. Gaitley is a priest in the Congregation of Marian Fat...

  • Set All Afire: Why the Church Still Matters

    This one-of-a-kind presentation includes seven segments, approximately 10 minutes each, covering some of the most important topics and questions in the Church today. Taken from seven of our most powerful and popular talks, these segments are sure to stir the soul and inspire you to set all afire ...

  • Seven Deadly Sins, Seven Lively Virtues by Bishop Robert Barron

    Join noted professor of theology and author, Bishop Robert Barron, in this revealing presentation as he sheds light on the seven deadly sins—those great spiritual blocks that inhibit our relationship with God and others—and the antidote to them, the seven lively virtues! Bishop Barron uses Dante'...

  • Shameless: Seeing Yourself as God Sees You by Jeff Cavins

    As a young adult, Jeff Cavins left the Catholic Church and became a Protestant pastor for 12 years. After returning to the Catholic Church, Jeff became a nationally known speaker who has helped hundreds of thousands come to a clearer understanding of Scripture and our Faith. In this presentation,...

  • St. Philomena: A Saint for Our Times by Mark Miravalle

    Though St. Philomena lived approximately 1700 years ago and was only discovered in the catacombs of Rome in the early 1800's, her faithful witness as a young virgin who was martyred for her purity and fidelity to Christ speaks powerfully to our culture, and especially to young people. Commonly re...