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Ave Spotlight

Ave Spotlight

Ave Maria Press

Want to hear more about life from a Catholic perspective? Listen to host Oscar Rivera as he talks with special guests about culture, current events, and all things Catholic. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of your faith and how to live it in the world today.
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Top 10 Ave Spotlight Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Ave Spotlight episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Ave Spotlight for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Ave Spotlight episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Join us in this special episode of our Catholic Art and Media series as we sit down with Erica Tighe Campbell, a talented Catholic artist, and founder of the inspiring ministry, Be A Heart. Erica discusses her latest book, Living the Seasons, exploring the profound connection between faith, creativity, and the simple ways to live liturgically. Discover the transformative power of creating art within the context of spirituality, and gain insight into Erica's mission to infuse the world with beauty and faith through her remarkable work. Tune in for a captivating conversation that will leave you inspired and uplifted!

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In the second episode of Ave Spotlight’s Compassion in Action series, guest Fr. Leo Patalinghug of Plating Grace chats with Chenele about why Jesus used meals to create solidarity and how we as Christians can continue to do that today. He also shares how a meal with others not only satisfies our physical hunger, but also our deepest craving to be known, loved, heard, and seen. Discover through Fr. Leo’s stories how this healing presence of community mixed with the joy of feasting can bridge gaps, combat marginalization, and build authentic connections.

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Are you looking for good summer reads for your kids that are not only entertaining but will also help them grow in virtue?

Join Chenele Shaw this week as she speaks with Jessica Thornton from the Lion & Lamb, a subscription book club for kids ages newborn to twelve. Thornton discusses how she reads and reviews books to help busy parents find appropriate and inspiring reads for their kids. You don’t want to miss it!

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You loved this episode from Fr. Casey Cole, OFM, so much that we brought it back! We hope you enjoy this Ave Spotlight “best of” episode.

What do a priest, baseball, and the beatitudes have in common?

Chenele Shaw talks with popular YouTuber Fr. Casey Cole, OFM, about social media, the priesthood, and his summer of 2022 Bleacher Brothers tour. He visited all thirty MLB parks in eleven weeks with his friend Fr. Roberto “Tito” Serrano, OFM, to share the good news.

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Join Chenele Shaw this week as she talks with special guest Mari Wagner of West Coast Catholic about devotions, creativity, and growing in our relationship with Mary.

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This week Chenele Shaw talks with Joel Stepanek, chief mission officer for the National Eucharist Congress, about the Eucharistic Revival. What is it? How can you be a part of it? What does it mean for the Church? Join us in this conversation about encountering Jesus in the Eucharist!

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In the first episode of our series on Catholic Art and Media, Chenele Shaw is joined by Catholic evangelist Tanner Kalina. They talk about the power of using social media as a tool of evangelization, Hollywood, Tik-Tok, and the Eucharistic Revival. You don’t want to miss it!

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Can the music you listen to be a bop AND spiritually nourishing?

Join us this week on episode 2 of our Catholic Art and Media Series as Chenele sits down with Will Hickl of NOVUM Records to explain that, no, you don’t have to sacrifice good sound for good messages. Will shares how thanks to the easy access of streaming, on platforms such as Spotify, there has been a new Renaissance for Catholic musicians to share their talents and create music that is wholesome and fun.

Whether you are an artist who wants to learn the ins and outs of the Catholic music scene or a music lover who is curious about how the tunes you dance to get produced, this episode offers you an insider view of how we can reclaim the beauty of music.

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On this episode, Rachael Killackey of Magdala Ministries joins Chenele to talk about sexual addiction, pornography, community, and rediscovering true intimacy with God. It’s a powerful discussion that you won’t want to miss!

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Ave Spotlight - Episode 135: Rebuilding Faith with Tom Corcoran
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12/22/23 • 24 min

In this episode, we dive into the transformative insights from Rebuilt Faith authored by Tom Corcoran and Fr. Michael White. Join us as we explore the art of asking questions, finding comfort in doubt, and the profound strength that comes from faith and community. Tune in for an uplifting conversation on rebuilding faith and embracing the power of curiosity. Let's navigate this journey together!

We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends!

Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

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FAQ

How many episodes does Ave Spotlight have?

Ave Spotlight currently has 154 episodes available.

What topics does Ave Spotlight cover?

The podcast is about Pop Culture, News, Catholic, Society & Culture, Faith, Religion & Spirituality, Podcasts and Hope.

What is the most popular episode on Ave Spotlight?

The episode title 'Episode 134: Compassion in Action: Embracing the Poor with Fr. Malachy Joseph Napier' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Ave Spotlight?

The average episode length on Ave Spotlight is 24 minutes.

How often are episodes of Ave Spotlight released?

Episodes of Ave Spotlight are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Ave Spotlight?

The first episode of Ave Spotlight was released on Aug 10, 2020.

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