Lights, Catholic, Action!

In this special edition of Lights, Catholic, Action! (on Location), North Texas Catholic Editor Susan Moses chats with Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio, a well-known speaker, author, and theologian, about his journey to the faith, as well as his latest project: working with his son, director Anthony D'Ambrosio, on a new feature film about St. Maximilian Kolbe.

Angie Vo, a Fort Worth native and child of Vietnamese refugees, shares her journey of faith, community, and leadership. Hear about her involvement in the Vietnamese Eucharistic Youth Movement, her passion for research and teaching, and how she integrates faith, culture, and service to empower the next generation of Catholics.

Season two of Lights, Catholic, Action! kicks off with Clint Weber, who shares his journey from Marine fighter pilot to president of Nolan Catholic High School. He reflects on faith, perseverance, and the importance of Catholic education in forming future generations.

In this episode, Cheyenne Marrinan shares her journey from rural youth ministry to serving as the Tribunal Office Manager for the Diocese of Fort Worth. She demystifies how the tribunal works to uphold canon law in matters like marriage, annulments, and convalidations. Hear her reflect on the personal impact of her work, and the deep joy of helping people return to full communion with the Church.

Michael Wanigasekera shares his powerful story of serving in the Peace Corps in Cambodia, where he faced extreme poverty, cultural challenges, and spiritual growth. Through projects like building libraries and water wells, Michael transformed communities and hearts. Now back at St. Martin de Porres in Prosper, he continues his mission through the Knights of Columbus. This episode is a testament to how one person’s faith and courage can ripple across continents.

Helping neighbors in need is the mission, and Victor Craig is leading the St. Vincent de Paul Society in the Fort Worth Diocese in serving neighbors in need through personal outreach, home visits, and practical support. In this episode of Lights, Catholic, Action!, he emphasizes the urgent need for volunteers, donations, and greater awareness of local poverty—reminding listeners that serving others is a direct way to live out the Gospel. See how you can get involved. http://www.svdpfw.org/

When should a child start using a smartphone? Patrice Hall, Regional Director for Smart Families, offers advice based on the Smart Families program that Catholic schools in Fort Worth are implementing. She shares her journey in Catholic education and discusses how the Smart Families program aims to help parents and schools work together to delay smartphone use among children. You'll hear how the program fosters community support, educates families on the brain science and virtues behind the initiative, and protects the emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of students.

What inspires a young woman in college to leave behind her own plans and embrace the vows of religious life? In this episode, Sr. Anne Frances Ai Le, OP, shares her journey of discernment—how she wrestled with the idea of becoming a sister, leaned on prayer and community, and eventually found deep peace in saying “yes” to God. With humility and a good dose of humor, she reflects on the joys and challenges of her vocation, and what it means to live fully for Christ in today’s world.
Learn more about the Dominican Sisters serving in the Diocese of Fort Worth: https://houstondominicans.org/

In this special "on-location" episode of Lights, Catholic, Action! North Texas Catholic Editor Susan Moses chats with Father Mike Schmitz - nationally renowned host of the "Bible in Year" and "Catechism in a Year" podcasts, and chaplain for the Newman Center at the University of Minnesota-Duluth.
He talks about parables, the importance of community, and his upcoming Parables Tour.
 
Learn more about Fr. Mike's "Parables Tour" at: https://bulldogcatholic.org/events/fr...

Hollywood veteran. Catholic filmmaker. Culture warrior. In this powerful episode, Tony Sands shares his journey from special effects on Titanic and Space Jam to producing bold, faith-filled films like Unplanned and Nefarious. Hear how a cradle Catholic rediscovered his faith, ditched the Hollywood grind, and is now helping lead a media movement that actually changes hearts, saves lives, and brings truth to the screen. From divine signs to Texas-sized dreams, this is a story you won’t want to miss.