Posts by Bridget Richardson
How Two Alumni Met, Got Married and Serve Their Community
Jesse and Gloria Bounds met after college at a University of St. Thomas-Houston alumni event. From there, they hit it off and started a wonderful relationship. In this video, they share how they met, what they love about each other, the challenges of parenthood and why they choose to serve the community together.
The Bounds were honorary chairs of the 2022 Two Saints and A Taco Tasting event that raises money for student scholarships.
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Around the Halo – S2: Episode 4
It's episode 4 of Around the Halo and it's a special one! The MAX Studios team is filming in Missouri, so the Stream Team invited two special guests - the voices of The Crunch Catholic Podcast.
Inspired by the popular show on ESPN, Around the Horn, Around the Halo features four guests who weigh in on topics about sports, pop culture and the news.
In this episode, Little Flower Media COO Matt McClure is the host. Guests are Jonathan "Bearded Blevins," CEO of Little Flower Media, and Ethan Stueve and Patrick Neve, hosts of The Crunch Catholic Podcast, the #1 comedy podcast for Catholic young adults in the United States.
Here are the chapters:
1:42 Intros
8:45 Rules of ATH
10:28 Hot Water, Not Pastors
18:26 Pass the Pardon
25:48 A Little Too Organic
33:21 The Spirit of Vatican II
42:05 So Crazy...It Might Work
51:43 A Winner Is Named
The Balance of Work and Play
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In this episode of BOLD, we talk to Margaret Edozie, a BioChem major who is SUPER INVOLVED! Isabel Garcia, Host, asks her about balancing extracurriculars and academics, and which is more important. Margaret goes into detail about her experience in the UST Honors Program and finding value in the truth. She shares about the balance of serving and being served, and what Margaret gets out of her extracurriculars. They also discuss three tenets for success: communicate, commit and be organized.
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Clubs and Organizations at UST
Takeaways
- Being involved in school has huge benefits.
- It is important to find a balance between school and extracurricular activities.
- Academics and extracurriculars teach us how to be well-balanced people.
Reflection
- How do you find the balance between the different aspects of your life?
- Are you "giving" more than you are "receiving"?
- What is more important to you: academics or extracurriculars?
Marriage and Dads: In Studio w/ Fr. Ken Geraci
Desiring a fruitful marriage is something many young adults yearn for in life. So how do you start planning for that - as a single college student or a young professional?
In this in studio conversation, Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM, with the Fathers of Mercy, talks with MAX Studios' Bridget Richardson and Darnell Miller about examples of God-centered marriages and how you can strive for that when you're young. Fr. Ken also encourages young men to start thinking about what kind of husband and father they want to be. He encourages single young men to embody the principles of a good man today, so they can be a well-founded husbands and fathers in the future. He also shares a meaningful story about his friend Travis caring for his wife.
Toxic Relationships | The Real Reel
In this first episode of our new series, The Real Reel, we asked about toxic relationships. Hear University of St. Thomas-Houston students talk about their relationships and how they would counsel a friend to work through a toxic relationship.
At the end, you'll hear from Licensed Professional Counselor, Larry Freeney, with Rejoice Counseling Apostolate, who will give you some tips for working through a toxic relationship or getting out all together.
The Real Reel is an Instagram Reel series where UST students weigh in on various topics. We'll create a video mashup for YouTube. Visit MAX Studios on Instagram for all the reels, @maxstudiosust.
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Rejoice Counseling: Meet Larry
The Innovative Spirit of the Fathers of Mercy w/ Fr. Ken Geraci
Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM, is a Father of Mercy based in Kentucky. He made a special visit to University of St. Thomas-Houston to strengthen a bond already beginning to form with several people at UST.
In this conversation, Fr. Ken talks with Dr. Richard Ludwick, president of UST, about the Fathers of Mercy and how they have adapted and innovated over the years to stay relevant and on mission. They also discuss what it means for a Catholic family to "go through the motions," how the Fathers of Mercy were innovative pivoting their approach for inviting people to discover the true presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, and the value and depth of a parish mission and how personal prayer is key.
Blessings, Parties and the Reality of Turning 15
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Today's stories are about coming of age, that wonderful and awkward time in life when you think you know everything but you really know nothing.
Darnell opens up with a story about manhood, or rather, the transition into manhood, and all the insecurity that comes with it until one is rooted in their faith.
Then we hear from Alejandra Herrera, the founder and director of Bendecida XV, an apostolate that walks with young Latinas as they prepare for their Quinceneras, shares the beauty of the Catholic faith and liturgy, the richness of Latino culture and tradition, and uncovers the symbolic meaning of the Quincenera celebration. She shares the story of her 15th birthday and how she came to recognize her call to service and ministry.
Then in Who's That Saint, we look in to the life of Santa Maria de Jesus Sacramentado, a woman who lived a life of service to the poor and sick, who also happens to be Mexico's first canonized female Saint!
Learn more about Santa Maria de Jesus Sacramentado
Protagonists of Change is a podcast that tells real stories from everyday people working to become Saints. Using music and sound effects to create vibrant soundscapes, this podcast is an immersive experience that draws the listener deeply into stories of joy, mercy and hope.
Understanding the Eucharist w/ Bishop Andrew Cozzens | Napa Institute Conference Series
In part one with Bishop Andrew Cozzens, bishop of the Diocese of Crookston, MN and Chairman of the National Eucharistic Revival, he talks about the need for revival in the Catholic Church.
In this part two, Bishop Cozzens sits down for a conversation with Dr. Richard Ludwick, president of University of St. Thomas-Houston, at the 12th Annual Napa Institute Conference in Napa Valley California. Bishop Cozzens gives an in-depth and beautiful description of the Eucharist and why it is essential for Catholics to understand its deep biblical mystery. Watch this video to better understand the Eucharist and share this in small groups and parishes so that all Catholics can fully know what it means to consume the true presence of Jesus Christ.
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Bishops Ready to Lead Revival w/ Bishop Andrew Cozzens
Around the Halo – S2: Episode 3
We're on to episode 3 of Around the Halo. We're back in our homes with a new look for you, so check it out!
Inspired by the popular show on ESPN, Around the Horn, Around the Halo features four guests who weigh in on topics about sports, pop culture and the news.
In this episode, Little Flower Media COO Matt McClure is the host. Guests are Jonathan "Bearded Blevins," CEO of Little Flower Media, Darnell Miller, Creative Director of MAX Studios at University of St. Thomas-Houston, Joel Stepanek, Vice President of Parish Services for Life Teen International, author and speaker, and Katie Prejean McGrady, wife, mom, award-winning author, international speaker, podcaster and daily radio show host.
Here are the chapters:
2:07 Intros
5:13 About ATH
6:01 In Your Face Nutrition Labels
12:25 Athletic Temper Tantrums
20:42 Teacher Shortage
32:23 Asteroid Smashing
40:51 A Church Divided
51:17 Comic Relief
1:01:06 A Winner Is Named
Callusing the Mind
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In this episode of BOLD, Isabel Garcia talks to Naadir Mehta, a UST Alum and a two-time colon cancer survivor. Mehta shares his story, the struggles of going through chemotherapy and how important his faith was during that journey. He talks about the importance of mentality and how it has carried over to the other aspects of his life.
Takeaways
- Mentality is everything.
- Don't lose your faith in difficult situations.
- If you think that you can do it, then you can do it!
Reflections
- When you go through a hard time, what is your mentality?
- Think of a time you were given a second chance and how it felt.
- What are some ways that you can challenge yourself to improve your mentality?
