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 At the new TCU Newman Center, Father Jonathan Wallis shares his remarkable journey from the Episcopal Church to the Catholic priesthood and reveals how authentic community, the Eucharist, and a lived faith are transforming the next generation of Catholic leaders on campus. From rescuing kittens in the walls to tackling today's biggest challenges of loneliness and discipleship, this conversation offers a compelling look at why college ministry matters now more than ever.

In this episode, Diocesan Athletic Director Shannon Irwin shares how Catholic sports can do far more than build better athletes—they can shape character, strengthen families, and help young people grow in faith through authentic community and Christ-centered coaching. Drawing from her own journey from public education to Catholic schools, Shannon reveals why the lessons learned on the field often become the foundation for a lifetime of discipleship, leadership, and service.

Love it or hate it, artificial intelligence is here to stay, but that doesn't mean there shouldn't be hesitations with this influx of new technology.
 
In this episode, guests Breda Shelton, board member of Catholic Charities Fort Worth and the Advancement Foundation, and Devan Patel, president of Crux Advisory Group and visiting fellow for tech ethics and democracy at the Rainey Center, bring their unique backgrounds and expertise to tackle these critical topics in a digestible way.
 

In our final episode of Season 2, guest host Christina Benavides chats with Catholic speaker and evangelist Ali Hoffman, a parishioner of St. Catherine of Siena in Carrollton. Hoffman shares how a shy introvert became a joyful missionary disciple— traveling the world, encouraging thousands online, and helping others discover a real, personal relationship with Jesus. From viral family dance videos to prayer closets, handwritten encouragement letters, and deep reflections on the Holy Spirit, Ali reveals how ordinary joy and simple faith can become powerful tools for evangelization.

In this episode, retired Fort Worth police officer and Knight of Columbus Pat Henz shares unforgettable stories from decades in law enforcement—and how faith, family, and prayer carried him through some of the darkest moments imaginable. From crime scenes and high-speed pursuits to the powerful legacy of his mother’s “Shield a Badge with Prayer” ministry, Pat reveals what it truly means to serve and protect with courage rooted in Christ.

In this episode, University of Dallas president Dr. Jonathan Sanford shares how one Catholic university in North Texas is forming students to become leaders, thinkers, and faithful witnesses in a culture hungry for truth and purpose. From the power of a true liberal arts education to the challenge of AI and modern culture, he explains why forming the whole person—not just training for a job—may be more important now than ever before.
 

In this episode, Catholic leadership coach BJ McKay breaks down how real influence doesn’t come from authority, but from mastering self-awareness, detachment, and confidence rooted in Christ. Through practical, real-life examples, he reveals how small daily habits can transform your faith—and quietly impact the people around you in ways you may never expect.

In this episode, Kasey Whitley shares her powerful journey from having no faith background to becoming Catholic—and how that path led her to champion adoption as a life-giving mission for vulnerable children and families. With insight from her work at the Gladney Center for Adoption, she unpacks common misconceptions and reveals the deeply human, hope-filled reality behind modern adoption.

In this episode, leaders from the Diocese of Fort Worth’s Catholic Scouting program reveal how scouting is shaping young people into leaders of faith, service, and character—both on the trail and in everyday life. From a unique “10 Commandments Hike” to stories of faith rediscovered through scouting, they share why this growing movement is helping families reconnect with God in a hands-on, unforgettable way.

In this episode, Diego Campos shares how a childhood love of filmmaking grew into a powerful documentary capturing the real spiritual journeys of college students—and the surprising ways faith comes alive in the middle of campus life. Through creativity, loss, and deep friendships, he reveals how storytelling can become a mission of hope, showing that even in a culture drifting from faith, Christ is still transforming lives.