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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Liturgy of the Hours: An Invitation to Pray with the Church
Episode 1
Become equipped to understand and implement God's Word in your daily life. Join Paul Albert as he lays the foundation for the Word and sets up a path for you to come to know Scripture and incorporate God into your routine through the Liturgy of Hours. Neither time nor place can halt the power of ...
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5 Simple Ways to Start Reading the Bible
Episode 2
Do you have trouble reading Scripture? In this video from The Word Conference, Matt Swaim offers five practical tips for beginning to read the Bible so that you might fall in love with the Word of God.
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29:20Episode 3
Finding Your Identity in Christ
Episode 3
Insecurity, shame, and depression all convince us that we are incapable of receiving daughterhood in Christ. Mary Bielski reminds us that the spirit of God dwells within us. Open the Word with Mary to discover how we can find our personal understanding of our identity in Christ.
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19:57Episode 4
Finding Hope in the Midst of Suffering
Episode 4
How do we find hope amid great suffering? Lisa Brenninkmeyer reminds us of our identity in Christ and shows us how to see His glory in our deepest wounds.
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20:18Episode 5
Making Family Prayer Time Happen
Episode 5
Spending time together in prayer as a family is crucial for building the domestic Church. In this talk, mother of eight Danielle Bean gives practical tips and encouragement for finding the right prayer routine for your family.
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Scripturally Speaking: Transforming Your Conversations
Episode 6
What is the secret to raising children who will be practicing adult Catholics? Speaker Curtis Martin shares insightful tips on instilling faith in your children and inspiring them to be lifelong followers of Christ. Learn from Curtis to raise children of the Lord.
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21:15Episode 7
Confession In Sacred Scripture
Episode 7
"For the medicine cannot heal what it does not know." Jesus Christ gifted us with priests as doctors of our souls so that we can be healed by his saving power. Father Espaillat walks us through the sacrament of confession and urges us to let Jesus in because he is always knocking on the door of o...
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31:19Episode 8
The Mass Prayers in Scripture
Episode 8
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.
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Where's God's Love in the Old Testament?
Episode 9
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...
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The Feeding Of The 5,000 As The Paradigm For Christian Discipleship
Episode 10
As disciples of Christ, we are called to offer up our five loaves and two fish so that the Lord can multiply them and use them to feed the 5,000. In this talk, Steve Green reminds us by using the story of this miracle that our good works are not our own, but they belong to Christ.
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17:22Episode 11
The Reliability of Scripture
Episode 11
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.
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36:21Episode 12
Helping Adult Kids To Know God
Episode 12
Where do we come from? Why are we here? Growing up with kids means having answers to the hardest of questions. Dr. Ryan Hanning prepares parents to be well-equipped for when their children begin to explore the world around them. Join Dr. Hanning as he sets the foundation for what it means to be a...
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Human Dignity and a Pro Life Ethos Radiating Through Scripture
Episode 13
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.
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23:03Episode 14
Raising Holy Catholic Kids
Episode 14
When kids see their parents active in the faith, they are more than 50 percent likely to be involved in the faith themselves. Father of eight, Randy Raus, shares tangible ways to inspire your kids in their faith. Join Randy and lead your family to Christ and, ultimately, heaven!
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24:24Episode 15
Science Does Not Disprove the Bible
Episode 15
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...
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20:22Episode 16
Finding Calm in the Storm
Episode 16
There are many troubles in life that test our faith. Karen May assures us of our armor of faith that provides us with unending peace and confidence. Learn from Karen as she shares tips to persevere in whatever storm you might be facing. She shares God's promise of a future fulfillment to bring us...
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The Resurrection: Overcoming and Integrating Death
Episode 17
Matt Regitz reminds us that Jesus is our aid amid suffering. God does not want us to get over grief, but he wants us to enter into it. Matt Regitz challenges us to consider how we can begin to integrate our lives into the resurrection. Join him in learning how to share in the hope of Jesus' rise.
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Learning from the Master: 20 Leadership Principles from Jesus
Episode 18
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.
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17:05Episode 19
What is Jesus Doing?
Episode 19
Are you willing to pick up your cross and follow Him? Discover how Jesus calls out to every one of us, constantly inviting us to be in union with Him. Join Fr. Josh Johnson as he illustrates the meaning of Jesus' call and how to do your part to start the journey toward God.
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11:57Episode 20
Just Start, Jesus Will Meet You There
Episode 20
Jesus is calling you to dive deeper into His Word to heal and strengthen you. Crystalina Evert reminds us of the Bible's importance in the Christian life and encourages us to spend just a few minutes a day with the only book whose Author is present and speaking every time you read it!
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There and Back Again: The Whole Story of the Bible in 30 Minutes
Episode 21
The story of Salvation History in Scripture tells us who we are and reminds us of God's loving plan for our lives. Join Tim Glemkowski in a 30-minute journey through the Bible to get a glimpse into the Lord's love and mercy for his people.
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16:27Episode 22
Cultivating Peace in Daily Family Life
Episode 22
Cultivating peace amidst the chaos of family life can feel impossible at times. Amanda Grubbs gives three helpful tips for cultivating peace within your life and in your home, as Scripture calls us to do.
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Striving to Be a Holy Wife: Unpacking Ephesians 5
Episode 23
The Church teaches us that authentic femininity is the key to building a holy and virtuous marriage. Drawing from the stories of Eve and Mary in Scripture, Becky Greene shows us how to combat our culture's distortions of femininity in order to uphold the dignity of our marriages.
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35:15Episode 24
Where To Go When You Can't Hear God's Voice
Episode 24
In a world full of noise and distractions, hearing God's voice is more difficult than ever. In this talk, Chika Anyanwu gives tips for quieting your heart and listening to what the Lord is saying to you.