The Word Conference

The Word Conference

6 Seasons

Join more than 70 of the most impactful and gifted presenters of Scripture who will show how to confidently and quickly approach the Bible for answers, hope, and peace in our day-to-day challenges and struggles as Catholics.

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The Word Conference
  • Going Deeper: How to Get More Out of the Gospels

    Episode 1

    The Gospels are the greatest gift in the Scriptures, but how much do you know about them? In this video, Mark Hart shows us how each Gospel writer tells us about Christ in a unique and fruitful way.

  • Developing Your Relationship With The Blessed Mother

    Episode 2

    What does the Catholic Church say about Mary? Chris Padgett shares insights to help us truly grow in our relationship with Mary. These lessons also reveal how a Marian devotion inspires us to be like Jesus and great evangelists.

  • A Marriage Made in Heaven: The Nuptial Imagery in the Catholic Mass

    Episode 3

    How can we be closer to God? Thomas Smith answers that we must encounter Jesus Christ and renew the vows of unity as Jesus the bridegroom and us as the bride. As God desires a relationship of intimacy and love, so do we strive to find that love. Seek out how to renew and revitalize your own vows ...

  • The Whole Bible Summarized In Five Words

    Episode 4

    President of the Theology of the Body Institute, Christopher West, proclaims the source and summit of everything we believe as Catholics. Join Christopher in learning about the crowning chapter of the entire Bible. Your knowledge of Church teachings will be renewed after listening to this talk.

  • The Fifth Gospel: The Holy Land and the Bible

    Episode 5

    Are you familiar with salvation history? Probably so, but what about salvation geography? Discover the power and importance of geography within Scripture as Hector Molina traces back the roots of where we came from and the importance of bringing the Bible to life through visiting the Holy Land of...

  • Consuming the Word

    Episode 6

    Have you eaten any good books lately? Join Dr. Scott Hahn as he dives into the beautiful mysteries of Christ and the Scriptures. Learn how to consume the Word of God by not only reading the Bible, but becoming nourished by it.

  • Daily Rhythm of Reading the Bible

    Episode 7

    We may be inspired by all these fascinating things about the Bible and still not know where to start. Podcast speaker Katie Prejean-McGrady shares the best advice she was ever given: to make prayer and scripture reading a habit. Learn from Katie as she inspires you to make Sacred Scripture an int...

  • Where's God's Love in the Old Testament?

    Episode 8

    We often hear the phrase, "God is love," but many people throughout history have argued that some stories in the Old Testament do not portray God in this way. In this video, Sarah Christmyer dives into the true definition of love and shows the consistency of God's unfailing love throughout the Ol...

  • The Mass Prayers in Scripture

    Episode 9

    Alleluia! Love is alive and abundant, especially during Mass. Join Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers as he illustrates how Scripture is incorporated into mass and how symbolism is rich and thriving. Discover what it means to truly live with and for Jesus, sharing in the love and life of God.

  • Human Dignity and a Pro Life Ethos Radiating Through Scripture

    Episode 10

    The vision of the dignity of the human person, created in the image and likeness of God, is revealed to us throughout Sacred Scripture. Colin MacIver shows us this vision throughout Scripture, explaining the foundation of the Church's pro-life identity.

  • Science Does Not Disprove the Bible

    Episode 11

    Is everything in the Bible true? Does science deny faith? Steve Greene provides answers to all of these questions. Join him in exploring the ongoing and controversial debate of science versus religion. Greene equips us with helpful knowledge to help us defend our faith and become convicted Cathol...

  • The Reliability of Scripture

    Episode 12

    How does Scripture remain reliable after thousands of years? Joe Cady emphasizes that the Scripture has not been lost to time. Join Joe as he breaks down how God reveals himself to us and how we come to understand Him.

  • Learning from the Master: 20 Leadership Principles from Jesus

    Episode 13

    We are all called to be leaders, whether in our homes, workplaces, or parishes. Mark Hart presents us with twenty leadership principles from Christ's ministry that we should embrace.

  • Finding the Sacraments in Scripture: The Gospel of John

    Episode 14

    Have you ever wondered where we find the Sacraments in Scripture? Dr. John Bergsma, Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, uses Jesus' miracles in the Gospel of John to walk through biblical roots of the Seven Sacraments.

  • The Holy Spirit and the Word of God

    Episode 15

    How does the Holy Spirit help us live out the Word of God? Bill Marcotte teaches us how to understand our own lives by reading the Word of God. He offers practical tips to approach the Bible and become an obedient disciple of Jesus.

  • The Genesis Revelation

    Episode 16

    Damen Owens goes in-depth about the truth that is revealed in Genesis. Touching on The Theology of the Body, Damen unpacks our identity as daughters and sons, made in the image and likeness of God. Genesis is a foundational source of helping us discover who we are.

  • Gethsemane and Your Destiny

    Episode 17

    How do you sacrifice yourself to Jesus Christ? Robert Feduccia parallels the Eucharistic preparation of the gifts to the agony in the garden. Join Robert and explore the symbols of the Eucharist to better understand your destiny.

  • Reading the First Eleven Chapters of Genesis With the Right Glasses

    Episode 18

    Modern-day culture has a lot to learn from the Genesis Story. Dr. Bob Rice leads us through the poetic and figurative language of Genesis to convey the message of God. Dr. Bob Rice reflects on our duties as daughters and sons of Christ so that we can respond to his every call.

  • Understanding Hebrews/Old Testament connections to NT

    Episode 19

    We've all heard someone say, "I'm spiritual but not religious." Dr. Andrew Swafford helps us understand the grandeur of what Jesus offers us as his children. Drawing from Isaiah and Exodus, Swafford makes strong claims to heighten our sense of his healing grace.

  • The Scriptural Roots of Mass

    Episode 20

    Every word in the Mass is scriptural. Father John Muir casts a newfound light on everything that happens at the Mass by teaching us about three key biblical figures in the celebration of the Liturgy.