Take a pilgrimage with Steve and Janet Ray!
My New Article: “The Role of Catholic Grandparents”
Baptizing our first GREAT-grandchild this month reminded me again of the sacred duty and special privilege grandparents have. 
Vine, Branches & Fire: Where Will You End up?
One must care for their land. We own 1/2 an acre of land and a while ago I was cutting wild vines out of the trees and burning them. The overgrown branches from the bushes and trees were also trimmed and burned.
The flames brought to mind the words of Jesus in John 15:5–6,
“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me, and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. If a man does not abide in me, he is cast forth as a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire and burned.”
This is a good visual for Jesus’ warning—a dire warning!
FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE
Join Janet and Steve Ray at sea this fall!
FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE
OCTOBER 21 – NOVEMBER 3, 2026
Don’t miss the original “seminar at sea” with Janet and Steve Ray! This incredible itinerary was developed by Steve to share the story of the Bible with you.
If the Church was born in Israel, it grew up in Turkey and Greece. Step back in time and walk in the footprints of St. Paul!
St. Paul and the New Testament will come alive on this journey. Steve
has chosen a specialized itinerary for his groups with terrific guides
and drivers. Steve will be giving talks along the way, and best of all,
Father James Conlon (our spiritual director) and Steve will conduct a
mini-seminar aboard the ship while at sea!
PILGRIMAGE HIGHLIGHTS
VISIT 10 BIBLICAL SITES
Walk the path of St. Paul in Athens, Crete, and Rhodes and see where he preached in Ephesus, Philippi, and Corinth. These sites and more bring the Bible to life during this incredible pilgrimage by land and sea!
CELEBRATE MASS AT THE HOUSE OF MARY
Visit this holy site where Mary spent her final days with St. John. After Mass, continue to St. Mary’s Church, home of the Third Ecumenical Council, for Steve’s talk on “Mary, Mother of God.”
PRESENTATIONS BY STEVE
Alongside Father James Conlon, Steve Ray will give a “Seminar at Sea.” Spend afternoons on the ship hearing about “The Life of St. Paul.” Talks will also be shared at each of the biblical sites along the way.
Older Posts
Free Timeline of 1st Century Christianity
Since we are at the time of the Church year when we celebrate Pentecost, what happens next? Here is a timeline of the First Century
Quiz: Did Jesus Found a Church on Pentecost and If So, Where Is It?
I am sharing this from John Martignoni’s e-mail and website at www.BibleChristianSociety.com. Thanks for your good work John! 1) Did Jesus found a church? A)
Baby Bluebirds Leave the Nest
Watching birds has always been one of our family hobbies. Spring is always exciting when migration takes place and all the beautiful birds arrive back
Did Jesus Ascend into Heaven from Mount of Olives (Acts 1:12) or from Bethany (Luke 24:50)?
Since we are celebrating the Feast of the Ascension, I thought it would be good to share this bit of information from the actual site
“If I Were Created A Cardinal” – How would I advise the Pope? A Worthy Read
Copied from The Catholic Thing, May 6,2026 If I Were Created a Cardinal Michael Pakaluk on Thursday, May 7, 2026 If I were created a Cardinal
What an Inspiring Story! He Walked Away to Become a Priest
Co-founder of e.l.f. cosmetics to be ordained to the priesthood this month By Elizabeth Weiss Zeale on the Loop from Catholic Vote Deacon Scott Borba
Was Jesus a Fowler, trapping birds and small creatures?
This may sound like a crazy question, but it is serious. Food was scarce during ancient times, and children would certainly be employed to help
Living the Sexy Life
Periodically, I give my talk entitled “Men, Marriage, Sex & Heaven.” It’s a talk that you can always hear a pin drop because Catholic speakers
Feast Day for a Deserter? Yup! Read the Story of St. Mark
His voice boomed over the crowds in Rome as it had done all around the Roman Empire. The large fisherman was aging but his voice
Unraveling Jesus’ Activity Between Resurrection and Ascension – My Newest Catholic Answers Magazine Article
Audio Link embedded to listen — click this link or image below to read: Where did Jesus appear alive between his resurrection and ascension? And
Love being a Grandpa!
Janet and I love being grandparents. This is grandbaby No. 21 named Benedict Carlo. Our first great-grandbaby is due in June 😊
Catholic Answers Live: “What Happened After the Resurrection? Forty Days with the People and Places”
I had a great time on Catholic Answers Live putting in order all the people and places surrounding the resurrection. Acts says, “ “He presented
Join our St. Paul Mediterranean Cruise and Visit 10 Biblical Cities & Islands
Ten biblical sites, the Greek Islands and our “Seminar at Sea” in the footprints of St. Paul. Steve & Janet Ray will be your guides
Good Friday with Friends in Old City of Jerusalem!
These Christians in Jerusalem are indomitable. You will never crush their spirit. They are at the St. Xavier Church within the walls of the Old
20 Things Jesus Saw from the Cross – my new article in Catholic Answers Magazine
Listen to the audio version above OR read the article HERE. I hope you enjoy this meditation through the eyes of Jesus on the cross. Jesus
