Rider University CCM

There’s (another) Catholic App…

Father Jakub — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:02:43 +0000

Well its seems there’s another Catholic app for that! That meaning you can watch short videos through the app from EWTN, Catholic Answers and Real Catholic TV. Take a look at the preview of the app here.

What Makes the Pope Smile?

Father Jakub — Tue, 08 May 2012 19:22:46 +0000

Apparently its not that hard to make the pope smile, just tell him vocations are increasing in the US and that’s enough to bring some joy to his day. At least that’s what auxiliary Bishop from Denver, CO found – read more about this here.

Emmaus House Film

Father Jakub — Wed, 02 May 2012 23:59:55 +0000

Matt Marzorati, our PR chair for CCM, made a short film for his communications class about Emmaus House. Take a look at it below – Asheleuy Davidson gives some history about CCM (she literally wrote the book!) and Fr. Jakub provides some other insights into the house. Take a look at the vid below.

Prime Ministers Former Girlfriend Becomes Nun, Really!

Father Jakub — Tue, 01 May 2012 22:21:03 +0000

Its not everyday that someone’s life journey takes them from dating the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, David Cameron, to a life of serious substance abuse, to becoming a religious sister in a contemplative community. But, that is exactly the life story of Laura Adshead now Sr. John Mary. Read more about her amazing life here. Amazing the life stories of those that have gone on to a life devoted to the Kingdom of God!

Vocations from the Pope and Bishop

Father Jakub — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:56:43 +0000

Every college student should think about what their vocation is – am i being called to the priesthood or religious life? Is God calling me to get married and have a family? We should always asks these questions in terms of what does God want for my life and not want do i want for my life. God created us with a purpose and plan and it is only in fulfilling that plan that we can attain the happiness God desires for us. Read some thoughts from Pope Benedict XVI and Bishop David O’Connell on vocations here.

I Am Catholic

Father Jakub — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:59:46 +0000

Just came across this this great interview from a Junior business major who recently became Catholic (not a Rider student) – she shared great reflections about why she became Catholic. Read her story here – its like Wednesday night life story in print form!

Bishop O’Connell’s Easter Message

Father Jakub — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 16:33:43 +0000

Enjoy some thoughts from Bishop O’Connell on Easter – good to reminded how Easter turned tragedy into triumph and continues to do so in our lives. Read his thoughts here. Happy Easter!

Who is Jesus???

Father Jakub — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 17:29:47 +0000

Pretty good video about who Jesus is, with some good comic relief at the beginning!

Persecution in World

Father Jakub — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 14:17:25 +0000

John Allen, Jr. who talks and writes alot about Church matters, gave a talk on the persecution of Christians, not in America, but throughout the world. Its long but has some great info if you want to watch and learn.

Fr. Jakub on TV

Father Jakub — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 14:43:10 +0000

Fr. Jakub, our CCM chaplain was recently on the Diocese of Trenton teen TV show. Its geared towards a high school audience but thought we would post anyway (we know its 30 minutes but still posting). Watch below, this episode was on embracing the cross: