Channel Title: St. Michael's Abbey Channel Description: Spiritual Formation from the Norbertine Canons of St. Michael's Abbey. The Canons of St. Michael's Abbey live a monastic common life of liturgical prayer and care for souls. Our abbey in Orange County consists of nearly seventy priests and forty seminarians studying for the priesthood. <video> The Crisis in Catholic Education: from the French Revolution to the Present Description: Since the Enlightenment and the Revolutions it fostered, the Church has navigated a treacherous and sterile social and intellectual landscape. Through it all, Education has remained a chief concern. Fr. Hugh and Fr. Ambrose cover a lot of ground in this introduction to modern Catholic Education. From the emergent relativism of the Enlightenment, to the social questions of the New World, to the academic crises of the present day, Fr. Hugh traces the Church's approach to education and explains why it remains as important as ever. ‍ This is the first of a four-part series on the renewal of Catholic education. To see the rest of the episodes, and to learn more about The Evermode Institute, an educational initiative by the Norbertines of St. Michael's Abbey, please follow this link: https://theabbotscircle.com/the-renewal-of-catholic-education </video> <video> The Crisis in Catholic Education #catholicchurch #catholicteachings #education #culturalrevolution Description: </video> <video> Our Lady of Guadalupe | Day Three Description: This evening's talk will begin at 6:30 PM (Pacific). This talk, the third of three short addresses exploring the spiritual, historical, and cultural significance of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, is part of the Abbot's Circle's program in honor of Our Lady's feast. Learn more at the links below: //https://theabbotscircle.com/feast-of-our-lady-of-guadalupe-2024 </video> <video> The Catholic Approach to Death: Faith, Sacraments, and Eternal Life Description: In "The Catholic Death" Part 2, Fr. Hugh and Fr. Ambrose discuss how we can support the dying with peace, prayer, and the sacraments. They share insights on the importance of reconciliation and the role of the Church in guiding souls to eternity. To watch the full series and dive deeper into the spiritual preparation for death, click the link below. ✝️ Watch the full series: https://theabbotscircle.com/the-catholic-death #CatholicDeath #PrayersForTheDead #FaithfulDeparted #EternalLife #AbbotsCircle </video> <video> Our Lady of Guadalupe | Day One Description: This evening's talk will begin at 6:30 PM (Pacific). This talk, the first of three short addresses exploring the spiritual, historical, and cultural significance of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, is part of the Abbot's Circle's program in honor of Our Lady's feast. Learn more at the links below: //https://theabbotscircle.com/feast-of-our-lady-of-guadalupe-2024 </video> <video> Lessons and Carols, 2024 Description: St. Michael's Abbey invites you to prepare for the celebration of Christmas by praying and singing with us during our service of Lessons and Carols. The evening will include readings from Scripture and writings from the saints, polyphonic works sung by the abbey schola, and carols sung by all! Come and join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior. The evening begins at 7 PM (Pacific). This broadcast will begin approx. 10 minutes prior. FIND THE PROGRAM HERE: https://tinyurl.com/42vz8rwz --- --- Explore the rich beauty and tradition of abbey life: https://theabbotscircle.com/ </video> <video> How Every Catholic Can Navigate Politics with Faith and Clarity Description: With elections around the corner, how should Catholics engage in politics without compromising their faith? 🇻🇦🗳️ In this series, we break down the 5 key things every Catholic needs to know about approaching politics through the lens of faith. 🙏✨ Click on the link in the comments to sign up! </video> <video> Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe: A Roundtable on Marian Devotion Description: As we prepare to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, join Fr. Ambrose and our special guests Gabriel Castillo @gabiafterhours and Alex Jurado @VoiceOfReason_ for a deep conversation on the significance of Our Lady of Guadalupe and why this Marian apparition holds such importance in the life of the Church. Together, we reflect on her message and the call to celebrate this beautiful feast. Can't make it to be abbey? Sign up to join us in prayer for livestreamed Vespers on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe: https://theabbotscircle.com/feast-of-our-lady-of-guadalupe-2024 To support the Norbertine priests and seminarians of St. Michael’s Abbey, join our Abbot's Circle monthly giving team here. Your support helps us continue our mission of forming priests dedicated to the Church's service: https://theabbotscircle.com/become-a-member </video> <video> Vespers for Our Lady of Guadalupe | St. Michael’s Abbey, 2024 Description: Join us for Vespers in honor of the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Thursday, December 12. The livestream begins approximately at 4:30 PM with the Holy Rosary; Vespers will begin at 5:00 PM (Pacific). Those who live near the abbey are encouraged to join us for the following program in honor of the Queen of the Americas: Morning 5:00 a.m. Mañanitas with mariachi 5:45 a.m. Matins and Lauds 7:00 a.m. Holy Mass and Act of Consecration 8:00 a.m. Festive breakfast and reenactment of the apparitions Evening 4:30 p.m. Recitation of the Holy Rosary and relic veneration 5:00 p.m. Solemn Vespers followed by candlelight procession 6:15 p.m. Fiesta with traditional foods, blessing of images of Our Lady of Guadalupe, andlive entertainment Saint Michael, pray for us! --- --- To learn more about the feast and to make a donation to decorate Our Lady's chapel, click here: https://theabbotscircle.com/feast-of-our-lady-of-guadalupe-2024 </video> <video> The Rise of Catholic Schools in America #catholicfaith #catholiceducation #evangelization #nuns Description: </video> <video> Restoring Catholic Identity: The Fundamental Role of the Catholic Family Description: Catholic social thought begins with the family. This is why, claims Fr. Hugh, that education must come from (and support the efforts of) the family. In fact, Catholic families must be instrumental in the restoration of Catholic education--and all of Catholic culture, for that matter! This isn't to say that families are on their own. Indeed, as the foundations of society, families in parishes and municipal communities can work together to teach their children, and priests and religious have great responsibility in this regard. But any effort in education must serve to support the parents' efforts to form their children. This is the second part of a four-part series on the renewal of Catholic education. To see the rest of the episodes, and to learn more about The Evermode Institute, an educational initiative by the Norbertines of St. Michael's Abbey, please follow this link: https://theabbotscircle.com/the-renewal-of-catholic-education </video> <video> A Catholic Perspective on Life’s Final Journey #catholicteachings #priest #catholicchurch Description: </video> <video> Our Lady of Guadalupe | Day Two Description: This evening's talk will begin at 6:30 PM (Pacific). This talk, the second of three short addresses exploring the spiritual, historical, and cultural significance of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, is part of the Abbot's Circle's program in honor of Our Lady's feast. Learn more at the links below: //https://theabbotscircle.com/feast-of-our-lady-of-guadalupe-2024 </video> <video> Politics and Faith: What Every Catholic Should Know! Description: Curious how Catholic teaching guides us in today's political landscape? This exclusive series on Abbot's Circle breaks down the "Five Things Every Catholic Should Know" about politics. Join us as we explore foundational truths that help Catholics engage with politics thoughtfully and faithfully, covering everything from moral principles to the true meaning of the common good. Perfect for anyone seeking to make informed decisions grounded in faith!" Watch the free five-part series on the Abbot's Circle: https://theabbotscircle.com/five-things-politics-edition-join </video> <video> Renewing the Church with Holiness and Hope - Join the Norbertines Description: At St. Michael's Abbey, we are striving to live lives of holiness and service, following St. Norbert’s vision to renew the Church through zealous priests. Our mission is to form future leaders who will carry Christ’s light into a world in desperate need of hope and guidance. We invite you to join us in this mission. By becoming a member of the Abbot's Circle, you will help us educate and prepare the next generation of priests. Your support is essential in ensuring that the life-giving sacraments continue to flow from our Abbey, providing solace and strength to the faithful. Support the priesthood, become a member of the Abbot's Circle: https://theabbotscircle.com/become-a-member As a token of our gratitude, we’ve created a unique opportunity for you to deepen your spiritual journey by gaining access to the Evermode Institute’s rich catechetical resources, beginning January 2025. These resources will empower you in your faith while connecting you more deeply with our mission. Check out the Evermode Institute: https://theabbotscircle.com/experience-the-evermode-institute Together, we can renew the Church and spread Christ’s love to the world. Thank you for being a part of our journey. </video>

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Spiritual Formation from the Norbertine Canons of St. Michael's Abbey.

The Canons of St. Michael's Abbey live a monastic common life of liturgical prayer and care for souls. Our abbey in Orange County consists of nearly seventy priests and forty seminarians studying for the priesthood.

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