OSV On the Go

Our lives have knots that can seem impossible to untie: Marriage troubles, money problems, unemployment, illness, loneliness, fears, and worries of all kinds. When we find ourselves facing challenges and seem to have no solutions, there is a devotion we can turn to that unties the knots for us so that we might, in the … Continue reading "OTG #012: Our Lady Undoer of Knots"

As last year’s magical Christmas Day came to a close, did you lament that is was all over so quickly? Did you wish for the joy and goodwill of Christmas to survive a little longer? It can – and according to Catholic tradition, it should.  And in this edition of OSV On The Go, we … Continue reading "OTG #011: 12 Days of Christmas"

“To you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”  – Luke 2:11 Our modern observance of Christmas seems to begin in the fall, as stores are filled with holiday displays, and end on December 26, when Christmas trees start peeking out from the trash. So in … Continue reading "OTG #010: How to Celebrate Christmas as a Catholic"

Advent is the season in which we prepare for the great celebration of Jesus’ birth at Christmas.  In this edition of OSV On the Go we share multiple ways to help you go deeper into waiting, converting, and hoping during this special time of the year.

Some of the most contentious issues in politics, media, the Church, and even our families can also be some of the most intimate and painful involving wounds and misunderstandings, confusion, justice and evil. So in this episode of OSV On the Go we share 10 Principles of Civil Communication: Defending the Faith without Raising Your … Continue reading "On the Go #008: Defending the Faith without Raising Your Voice"

As followers of Jesus, we want to know how to read Scripture in a way that makes a tangible difference in our lives. We want to know how the inspired texts can be personal, helpful, challenging, comforting, and life-changing. In this episode of OSV On the Go we dive into understanding what St. Luke meant … Continue reading "On the Go #007: Making Scripture Come Alive"

Maybe you’re visiting a Church for a joyous occasion – a baptism, first Communion, confirmation, or wedding. Or maybe you’re here for something more somber like a funeral or healing Mass. Whatever your reason, you’re always welcome in the Catholic Church. Let this episode be a special invitation for you!

Sometimes we get so accustomed to doing something – like going to Mass – that we never get around to asking the questions we have about it.  Chances are you have a few unanswered questions about the Mass, or you may know someone who has questions.  In this edition of OSV On the Go we … Continue reading "On the Go #005: Frequently Asked Questions About the Mass"

The Hail Mary is more than just a game-winning football pass.  It’s a centuries-old prayer rooted in Scripture.  But is that enough to explain why Catholics pay so much attention to Mary?  In less than 10 minutes, we break down The Hail Mary on the premiere episode of OSV On the Go.

It’s not always easy to do, but we are called to love one another.  In a sometimes divided nation and divided world, this can make for an even more difficult challenge.  But this episode puts a more positive spin on the mission.

We Catholics are often asked tough questions about our Catholic faith and its relationship to the Bible. Here are the ten most-asked questions, and the answers that should help satisfy both your questioner and yourself!

Our contemporary world confuses pleasure with happiness.  We are told that money, travel, pleasure, power, and other attractions will make us happy.  No matter how hard we try, such allurements never satisfy us.  So what then is our fate? In this edition of OSV On the Go we break down the true Path to a … Continue reading "On the Go #001: The Path to a Happy Life"