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Ash Wednesday In Two Minutes

The Editors — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 05:05:25 +0000

Looking for a quick way to explain Ash Wednesday to your friends? Look no further than Busted Halo’s® two-minute video that describes the day which begins the season of Lent, and why Catholics and many Christians receive ashes on their foreheads.

You Don’t Know Jack… about Valentine’s Day

The Editors — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:05:01 +0000

February 14th -- why is it known as Valentine's Day? Why do those in love send each other valentines? And what feast does the Catholic Church celebrate on this day? Think you know the answers? Think again, because the truth is a lot more surprising than you'd imagine. Watch friend of Busted Halo, Fr. Jack Collins, CSP, wander the streets of New York asking the city's star-crossed lovers if they know why we celebrate Valentine's Day.

Congratulate Busted Halo With a Video, Win a Prize!

The Editors — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:05:28 +0000

Next month Busted Halo® turns 10! BustedHalo.com was founded 10 years ago in order to help young adult spiritual seekers explore their faith and connect with other young adults on their own journeys toward God. We’re still at it with thought-provoking articles, blogs, and columns, engaging videos, informative podcasts, and “The Busted Halo® Show with [...]

Pentecost in Two Minutes

The Editors — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 05:35:24 +0000

Can't remember what or when Pentecost is? Well for starters, it's this Sunday; and if you want a little more info on this celebration of the Holy Spirit and the birthday of the Church, take a look at Busted Halo's two minute video.

Busted Halo: Most Popular in 2011

The Editors — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 08:05:04 +0000

As we look back over 2011 we're reminded of all the great stories, columns, blog posts and videos. Here's a list of the most popular stories on bustedhalo.com this year...

You Don’t Know Jack… about New Year’s

The Editors — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:05:19 +0000

Fr. Jack takes on tourists in Times Square to ask people what new year’s resolutions are going to be this year, what feast the Catholic Church celebrates on January 1, and if anyone knows about the biggest resolution ever made in all of human history.

Busted Halo’s 2011 Advent Surprise Calendar

The Editors — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 05:30:04 +0000

Advent is a precious time in the Christian calendar. The four weeks leading up to December 25 are meant to be a period of expectant waiting, as we prepare ourselves for the miraculous arrival of our Savior, in the form of a vulnerable infant born to humble parents.

The reality for most of us, though, is that these are anxious weeks of shopping and holiday planning leading up to a hectic Christmas Day. In the bustle of the holiday season, it's easy to forget what we're waiting for.

Completely avoiding the Christmas onslaught may be impossible, but we can make an effort to maintain some connection to the spiritual foundation of this season. Busted Halo's Advent Surprise Calendar is here to help a little with that.

You Don’t Know Jack… about the Immaculate Conception

The Editors — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 08:05:09 +0000

Think you know what the Immaculate Conception is all about? Think again. Most people and even most Catholics tend to get this one wrong. Watch Fr. Jack Collins, CSP, hit the streets to talk to parents and their children about what is and what is not the Immaculate Conception.

You Don’t Know Jack… about Advent

The Editors — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 08:05:44 +0000

Christmas is coming and Busted Halo longtime friend Fr. Jack Collins, CSP, hits the streets (and the local ice skating rink) to ask people what they know about that anticipatory season of waiting and preparation... Advent.

Advent in Two Minutes

The Editors — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 03:00:35 +0000

Not sure about the relationship between Advent and Christmas? You thought they were the same thing? Check out Busted Halo’s two-minute video that describes why we celebrate Advent and wait to celebrate Christmas.

Matrimony (why make it Catholic)

The Editors — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 08:05:57 +0000

Why do we have to have a Catholic wedding? Why does it take so long to get married in the Church? Why does the Church insist we have children? These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101,” a web video series geared for those who’d like an introduction or refresher course [...]

Penance (why we confess)

The Editors — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:05:17 +0000

Why do we have to confess our sins to a priest? Can’t we just pray to God for forgiveness? If I sin but no one is affected then can I say, “no harm, no foul?” These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101,” a web video series geared for those who’d [...]

Anointing of the Sick (who it’s for)

The Editors — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:05:12 +0000

Who can receive the Anointing of the Sick? How often? Where is it done? These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101,” a web video series geared for those who’d like an introduction or refresher course on these important, tangible Catholic experiences of God. You can download this video here.

You Don’t Know Jack… about the saints

The Editors — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 05:00:26 +0000

Jack is back, this time hitting the streets of New York City's East Village to find out what people know about the saints. Are they all perfect people? Do they have to be Catholic? What are their best qualities? Follow our friend and colleague, Fr. Jack Collins, CSP, as he journeys the city to find out what people know.

You Don’t Know Jack… about Halloween

The Editors — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 01:05:46 +0000

Fr. Jack Collins, CSP, hits the streets of New York City's scary Greenwich Village, asking young adults what they know about the origins of Halloween -- how it began, why people wear costumes, and the two Catholic holidays surrounding All Hallow's Eve.

Holy Orders (what ordination means)

The Editors — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 07:05:47 +0000

Join Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP, as he explains what Holy Orders are, what happens at an Ordination, and what it means to say yes to God. These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101,” a web video series geared for those who’d like an introduction or refresher course on these important, [...]

Confirmation (why we’re confirmed)

The Editors — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:05:39 +0000

Why do I have to get confirmed if I’m already baptized? How do I choose a sponsor as I prepare for confirmation? Why do I have the option to choose a new name? These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101,” a web video series geared for those who’d like an [...]

Eucharist (how we receive)

The Editors — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 07:05:19 +0000

Should Catholics receive communion on the hand or on the tongue? And how exactly are we supposed to do that reverently? Is there any other acceptable response besides “Amen?” …and what does “amen” mean anyway? These questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101,” a web video series geared for those who’d [...]

Baptism (why we baptize)

The Editors — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 08:05:28 +0000

Why, exactly, do Catholics have the practice of baptizing infants? What is the purpose of baptism and who can celebrate the sacrament of Baptism? Do the godparents of our child need to be married to each other? These are questions and more are answered in this edition of “Sacraments 101,” a web video series geared [...]

You Don’t Know Jack… about the Assumption

The Editors — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 18:00:03 +0000

With the Feast of the Assumption approaching on August 15th, we sent our intrepid Paulist priest, friend and colleague, Fr. Jack Collins, CSP, out into New York City to find out the Assumption IQ of citizens on the street.

World Youth Day in Two Minutes

The Editors — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 07:05:34 +0000

Unfamiliar with the week long international Catholic spectacle known as World Youth Day? Take a quick look at our 2 minute video telling you all you need to know and find out what Busted Halo will be up to in Madrid this August for WYD 2011.

The Song of the Summer

The Editors — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:05:00 +0000

The Busted Halo crew shares what they're listening to this summer.

10 Things High School Grads Need To Know About College

The Editors — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 07:05:31 +0000

So you’ve just graduated high school. Congratulations! When people ask you, “So what are you doing in the fall?” you know the answer. Maybe you’ve chosen a major already. You might even know who your roommate is. You’ve got the world by the tail. Right? Or maybe you’ve already started to lie awake at night [...]

From Busted to Believer

The Editors — Fri, 20 May 2011 07:05:13 +0000

Busted Halo® kicked off our Tenth Anniversary Speakers Series with a live interview with New York Times best-selling author Mary Karr. It was wonderful to meet so many Busted Halo® fans in person, and to take questions from our virtual UStream audience via Twitter. Throughout the evening Ms. Karr shared stories about her struggle with [...]

Tenth Anniversary Speaker Series

The Editors — Wed, 11 May 2011 04:00:52 +0000

Watch the recorded live stream of our exclusive Mary Karr event — from the Church of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City as Fr. Dave talks with Ms. Karr about her struggle with faith and the unlikely redemption she has found in the Catholic Church. And if you are in NYC, it’s still not too late to RSVP to brittany@bustedhalo.com or go to our Facebook event page.

Busted at the Beatification

The Editors — Mon, 02 May 2011 17:34:09 +0000

Busted Halo®‘s Fr. Dave Dwyer, CSP, was in Rome this past weekend for the beatification of Blessed John Paul II at St. Peter’s Basilica. In addition to his live coverage of the event for The Busted Halo Show, Fr. Dave was able to speak with young adults on the streets of Vatican City to inquire [...]

(VIDEO) We are looking to hear God pronounce our name in love. — Fr. Ronald Rolheiser, OMI

The Editors — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 04:02:16 +0000

Happy Easter! (Click through to watch video.)

Holy Week in Two Minutes

The Editors — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 04:00:26 +0000

Want to know why Catholics wave palms on Palm Sunday; wash each other’s feet on Holy Thursday; or kiss the cross on Good Friday? Look no further than Busted Halo's^® two-minute video that describes the final week of Lent we spend preparing for Easter.

What Do You Know About St. Patrick?

The Editors — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 03:00:49 +0000

At Busted Halo® we believe everybody has a halo, some are just a little more busted than others. This St. Patrick’s Day, we’re hitting the streets to see whose faith trivia halo is nicely polished, and whose is a little less shiny. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17, and is the traditional religious [...]

The 2011 Show Us Your Ash Results

The Editors — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 01:42:10 +0000

Congratulations to all the Busted Halo readers who participated in our annual ash contest last week. This time you voted for the best, while the editors gave out some special honors for category winners. Thank you to all who participated. The person with the winning photo is receiving a GoBible and we’ll add everyone who [...]