‘Father Stu’ is gritty, winning real-life story
By John Mulderig NEW YORK — Positive priest characters are certainly a rarity in contemporary films. So, Catholics will welcome the uplifting fact-based biography…
Book shares family’s ‘upward journey to God’
SAN DIEGO — Many people mistakenly see aging and dying as “a downward spiral.” But when viewed through the lens of faith, this process…
Lugosi stars in horror novel with a twist
SAN DIEGO — Horror movie star Bela Lugosi is one of the main characters in “This Thing of Darkness,” a new book written by…
New song celebrates gifts of St. Joseph
SAN DIEGO — Catholic singer-songwriter Donna Lee is singing the praises of St. Joseph. The San Diego-based musician, who last year marked 30 years…
Catholic actors Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson begin film on priest’s life
By Mark Pattison WASHINGTON — Filming has begun on “Stu,” which tells the story of Father Stuart Long, a onetime boxer who became a…
Church influenced filmmaking from early days
By Chaz Muth NEW YORK — As the film industry grew in the early 20th century, Catholic Church leaders became concerned about some of…
Radio host’s new book goes back to the basics about Jesus
SAN DIEGO – As host of the popular radio program “Catholic Answers Live,” Cy Kellett is on the air every weekday afternoon, helping callers with questions…
Van Dyke, Lansbury are guardian angels in star-studded Christmas film
SAN DIEGO – When it debuted in late 2018, the trailer for “Buttons: A Christmas Tale” boasted an impressive number of famous names and…
‘Enchanted Village’ returning to Noah Homes
SPRING VALLEY — The Enchanted Village is back and brighter than ever as it welcomes the faith-based community to celebrate the Christmas spirit surrounded…
Retired Priest Shares the Gospel with Books of Jokes and Stories
SAN DIEGO – In a certain sense, older priests don’t really retire; they just find new ways to share the Good News. Take Msgr.…
‘Catholic Night’ at Petco Park Presents Opportunity to Evangelize
SAN DIEGO — When it comes to evangelization, Jesus wants you to step up to the plate and take your best swing, even if…
