\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Ralph Martin, S.T.D., \r\n a prominent Catholic teacher and author, endorsed \r\n my book, \r\n Passing the Faith onto Loved Ones\r\n , on which this book, video and project (\r\n \r\n Intentionally Catholic\r\n \r\n ) are based. +Deacon John Beagan\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n
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\r\n\r\n For those who...
\r\n \r\n Doubt or disbelieve...\r\n
\r\n \r\n or are lukewarm and disinterested...\r\n
\r\n \r\n This is a difficult and unpopular time to believe as a Catholic because horrible\r\n child abuse was committed by some clergy; Church sexual morality is out of sync\r\n with the culture; the Bible has been criticized for decades; and so forth.\r\n Yet, despite all the problems, this is also perhaps the clearest of times to\r\n believe next to standing beside Jesus during his many miracles and resurrection.\r\n Using evidence and common sense, this short book or video hopes to demonstrate why it is so\r\n reasonable to believe in God, his only beloved son Jesus, and the Church he historically\r\n established.\r\n
\r\n But does it really matter?
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\r\n Suppose the crucifixion of God's only beloved son Jesus is true.\r\n How will it go when our life ends, and we must stand before God\r\n after neglecting and forgetting his son?
\r\nIt is my hope and prayer that the case presented in this book and video\r\n will help us believe and be prepared to stand before\r\n God the Father, so when the time comes we may pray like Simeon,\r\n \"Lord, now your servant is ready to go to you in peace.\" (Luke 2:29)\r\n
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\r\n\r\n The Video
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\r\n \r\n Based on the book, may this video help strengthen your belief and zeal. \r\n It is also segmented into 12 short videos.\r\n
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\r\n Short Videos
\r\n \r\n\r\n {/* From Someone Who Loves You */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', 'From-Someone')}\r\n style={{ fontWeight: \"bold\", fontStyle: \"italic\" }}\r\n >\r\n From Someone Who Loves You\r\n \r\n (11 min), \r\n\r\n {/* Crosses - Rosie */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', 'crosses')}\r\n >\r\n Crosses - Rosie\r\n \r\n (4 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 1 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '01-should-we')}\r\n >\r\n 1-Should We Care?\r\n \r\n (9 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 2 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '02-truth')}\r\n >\r\n 2-Importance of Truth\r\n \r\n (3 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 3 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '03-is-god-dead')}\r\n >\r\n 3-Is God Dead?\r\n \r\n (3 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 4 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '04-reveal')}\r\n >\r\n 4-Did God Reveal Himself?\r\n \r\n (11 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 5 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '05-Love')}\r\n style={{ fontWeight: \"bold\", fontStyle: \"italic\" }}\r\n >\r\n 5-Love\r\n \r\n (5 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 6 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '06-evidence')}\r\n >\r\n 6-Evidence\r\n \r\n (4 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 7 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '07-Evil')}\r\n style={{ fontWeight: \"bold\", fontStyle: \"italic\" }}\r\n >\r\n 7-Evil\r\n \r\n (20 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 8 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '08-suffering-death')}\r\n >\r\n 8-Suffering & Death\r\n \r\n (9 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 9 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '09-little-faith')}\r\n >\r\n 9-A Little Faith Is Needed\r\n \r\n (8 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 10 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '10-sex')}\r\n >\r\n 10-Sex, Sin & Scandal\r\n \r\n (7 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 11 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '11-women')}\r\n >\r\n 11-Women's Ordination\r\n \r\n (5 min), \r\n\r\n {/* 12 */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', '12-making-it')}\r\n >\r\n 12-Making It into Heaven\r\n \r\n (9 min), \r\n\r\n {/* Salvation: Church in Crisis */}\r\n gaTrack('Resources', 'Salvation-Crisis')}\r\n style={{ fontWeight: \"bold\", fontStyle: \"italic\" }}\r\n >\r\n Salvation: Church in Crisis\r\n \r\n (21 min)\r\n\r\n
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\r\n\r\n The Book
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\r\n\r\n \r\n gaTrack('Resources', 'Amazon-ItMakesSenseButton')}\r\n style={{ textDecoration: \"none\" }}>\r\n \r\n Amazon Books\r\n \r\n \r\n
\r\n (Kindle 4.95 US, Paperback 7.95 US)
\r\n YouTube
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\r\n (Narration: 2 hours, 32 minutes)
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\r\n\r\n Synopsis
\r\n \r\n Pressed for time? This lays out main points of book\r\n but with fewer details and anecdotes.\r\n
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\r\n\r\n \r\n Salvation\r\n
\r\n \r\n An Intuitive Case for Jesus' Dire Words\r\n
\r\n \r\n Contrary to popular “feelings,” this article considers \r\n the accuracy of Jesus' words in light of how much God loves us, \r\n the crucifixion of his only beloved son, and the intimate \r\n reality of heaven. (Read or listen.) gaTrack('Resources', 'MakingDire')}\r\n >\r\n IntentionallyCatholic.com/Dire\r\n .\r\n
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\r\n\r\n \r\n Intentionally Catholic\r\n
\r\n \r\n Resources for clergy and laity to shore up the faith \r\n of parishioners and help pass the faith on to loved ones.\r\n
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\r\n\r\n \r\n Rosie\r\n
\r\n \r\n Five days before Christmas 2019, at 5:00am, Charlie discovered his daughter's lifeless body. Rosie was a \r\n perfectly healthy 2-year-old. She was Laura and Charlie's only child, and our only grandchild. In the following\r\n links, they discussed what happened, and how their Catholic faith pulled them through.\r\n
\r\n\r\n \r\n In this secular podcast, Laura and Charlie told their story and provided some raw details. The \r\n interviewer was excellent. They also wove in how their faith helped. gaTrack('Resources', 'rosie1')}\r\n style={{ fontStyle: \"italic\" }} >\r\n Tough Mudder Podcast\r\n . \r\n
\r\n\r\n \r\n In this video, Laura spoke to 300 women at Long Beach Catholic Community \r\n during an evening of recollection. Her presentation begins after the 22 minute mark \r\n and they watch a 2 minute video which is not visible. gaTrack('Resources', 'rosie2')}\r\n style={{ fontStyle: \"italic\" }} >\r\n A Rose in Heaven | BC Ladies Event\r\n . \r\n
\r\n\r\n \r\n In this video, Charlie spoke to 50 Beach Catholic men during a day of retreat. gaTrack('Resources', 'rosie3')}\r\n style={{ fontStyle: \"italic\" }} >\r\n Charlie's Presentation\r\n . \r\n
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\r\n\r\n Contact Information
\r\n \r\n Please contact me at:\r\n
DeaconJohnBeagan@gmail.com\r\n
if you have any questions or feedback. \r\n
God bless!\r\n
\r\n DeaconJohnBeagan@gmail.com\r\n
if you have any questions or feedback. \r\n
God bless!\r\n
\r\n Deacon John Beagan\r\n
\r\n \r\n Serving Sacred Heart & Saint Patrick parishes in Watertown, MA\r\n
\r\n \r\n Archdiocese of Boston\r\n
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