Posts by Bridget Richardson
Normalizing Values through Film w/ Chéri Ballinger | Napa Institute Conference Series
Chéri Ballinger is a speaker, organizational ambassador and film producer whose own life experience, suffering a traumatic brain injury, inspires the amazing empathy and gratitude that influences her work. Fresh off producing the film “Roe v. Wade,” starring Jon Voight, Ballinger sits down with Bridget Richardson to share her story. They talk about her return to filmmaking, the role of film in the American culture and how it can be used to normalize values.
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Chéri Ballinger
The Napa Institute
Roe v. Wade Trailer
Catholic Ed for the Whole Life w/ Monsignor James Shea | Napa Institute Conference Series
Monsignor James Shea is a dynamic Catholic priest who is calling Catholics back to the mission to share the Gospel in innovative and meaningful ways. President of the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, Monsignor Shea has a conversation with Dr. Richard Ludwick, president of University of St. Thomas-Houston, at the 12th Annual Napa Institute Conference in Napa Valley California. They discuss the mission of a Catholic university, keeping that education affordable and all the reasons why students and parents across the country are seeking of University of Mary for Catholic higher education.
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Monsignor James Patrick Shea, President of the University of Mary
From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age | University of Mary
Around the Halo: Ep 11 – SEASON FINALE
We're on to the season one finale of Around the Halo! Topics for this episode are below.
Hosted by Little Flower Media COO Matt McClure, this episode features Jonathan "Bearded Blevins," CEO of Little Flower Media; Matt Marcolini, CFO of Little Flower Media; Joel Stepanek, Vice President of Parish Services for Life Teen International, author and speaker; and Bridget Richardson, Producer at MAX Studios at University of St. Thomas-Houston.
Topics
0:00 Countdown
10:55 Introductions
14:48 Qatar Bans During World Cup
23:00 Year Long Marriage Prep
35:20 Full Story vs. Headline
41:21 Catholic News Cycle: Good or Bad
51:44 Public Funds for Religious Ed
1:00:45 Sriracha Shortage
1:08:06 A Winner is Named
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.
The Importance of Moral Leadership with Maureen and Jim Hackett
What does it take a be a good leader? For Maureen and Jim Hackett it goes beyond ethics and relies on a firm foundation in moral philosophy. It is with that mindset that the couple has succeeded in business and developed a strong sense of philanthropy that lifts up several causes close to their heart.
In this conversation with Dr. Richard Ludwick, the Hacketts share their story - how their childhoods informed their sense of giving and philanthropy, how their business experience opened them up to the discovery of moral leadership, and how a family trauma helped them understand and petition for change in mental health practices.
Living a Liturgical Lifestyle
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What would our life look like if it was centered around the liturgical calendar? UST alumna, blogger and Director of Liturgical Life at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, has lived with that question and has some answers.
In this episode of BOLD, Isabel sits down with Steffani to understand the idea of living a liturgical life. They talk about her UST experience, growing in faith and how answering God's call has put her on this path.
For more on Steffani Aquila follow her on Instagram, Facebook or visit her website.
TAKEAWAYS
- Embrace and celebrate living a joyful, Christian life.
- Don't separate your normal life and your Catholic life. Integrate them through the gift of liturgy and liturgical seasons.
- Think of fun, interesting ways to live the Tradition of the Church in your home.
REFLECTIONS
- Do you integrate the liturgical seasons in your everyday calendar?
- Reflect on one feast day that you'd like to start celebrating every year.
- How can you more fully celebrate liturgical life with your family and friends?
What we should all know about the Growing Catholic Majority
As the demographic makeup of the country shifts, so too will that of the Catholic Church. Darnell speaks to Deacon Charlie Echeverry, a deacon of the Diocese of Los Angeles and founder of Black//Brown, a strategic advisory purpose-built program to help business leaders turn diversity into revenue. It teaches how the church can understand and respond to these shifts to maintain and grow the Church.
They discuss the challenges and opportunities within the Latino Community in the Church and talk about how we can invite and challenge young Latinos to take on leadership roles within the Church. We were able to connect with Deacon Charlie at the SENT Ventures Conference.
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Around the Halo: Ep 10
It's episode 10 of Around the Halo! Topics for this episode are below.
Hosted by Little Flower Media COO Matt McClure, this episode features Jonathan "Bearded Blevins," CEO of Little Flower Media; Matt Marcolini, CFO of Little Flower Media; Joel Stepanek, Vice President of Parish Services for Life Teen International, author and speaker; and Darnell Miller, Producer at MAX Studios at University of St. Thomas-Houston.
Topics
1:05 Introductions
4:39 Interest rates increase
10:56 Cancer Cures...I Am Legend?
21:27 iMessage allows edits/unsend options
29:26 Twitter Bots: Real or Fake News?
44:58 NFL Action against Deshaun Watson
1:01:24 Amber Heard: Cancel Culture Victim?
1:12:22 A Winner is Named
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.
You Can Have It All!
If you have ever struggled with balancing work life and family life, or you have struggled with the guilt of not being able to do it all, this conversation is for you! Darnell Miller, Producer with MAX Studios, sits down with Lisa Canning, The Possibility Mom, to talk about her story navigating pursuing a career while balancing family life. They talk about the struggles and guilt, developing support systems, rewriting internal scripts and designing a life that works for you and your family.
Lisa Canning is an author, speaker, mindset coach, and mother of nine who helps moms be great moms while pursuing their dreams at the same time. She was also a designer on HGTV's "The Property Brothers." We were able to connect with her at the SENT Ventures Conference.
Around the Halo: Ep 9
It's episode 9 of Around the Halo! Topics for this episode are below.
Hosted by Little Flower Media COO Matt McClure, this episode features Jonathan "Bearded Blevins," CEO of Little Flower Media; Matt Marcolini, CFO of Little Flower Media; Austin Quick, on social media The Basic Catholic and President & COO @catholicconnect; and Dr. Richard Ludwick, president of University of St. Thomas-Houston.
Topics
1:25 Introductions
5:40 Gas Prediction: Highest Price in 2022
11:23 Monkey Pox: Time to panic?
18:55 Pelosi and Communion
28:22 Are we too connected?
39:28 Should universities require theology/philosophy?
51:18 Favorite Superhero
57:18 Best State for BBQ
1:01:31 Tiebreaker!
1:04:22 A Winner is Named
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.
Knowing You Belong
In this episode of BOLD, Isabel Garcia sits down with Martin Silguero Jr., a senior pre-med cell and molecular biology major, participant in the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP) and future med school student. They talk about Martin's UST experience, his preconceived ideas of what it would be like to attend a Catholic University as a non-Catholic and how he found his people on campus!
They also discuss his involvement in student government, clubs and the challenges of balancing studies and other responsibilities. Finally they talk about why he wants to be a doctor and how he hopes to serve his community.
The Story of Two “JAMP-ers” Accepted to Medical School | UST Newsroom
