In Christian tradition, the Trinity was often depicted as placing a crown on Mary's head. This is why the Catholic Church celebrates the Memorial of the Queenship, or Coronation, of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Aug. 22. Father Chris Alar, MIC, reveals the biblical foundations for the feast for the Queen of Heaven and Earth. Then hear from Fr. Roger Landry and his group on their remarkable walking pilgrimage to the recent National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana.

God's Mercy After a Loss: How do we reconcile life's terrible tragedies with God’s mercy?Father Chris Alar explains, sharing his own personal story of conversion through the suicide of his grandmother, the power of Divine Mercy, and his witness that God can create a greater good from any tragedy.Discover what is the Catholic teaching on Suicide and other Tragedies on this episode of Explaining the Faith.

Does Christmas have Jewish origins? If so, what are they and why are they important? We all wonder why the Jews still do not (en masse) accept Christ as the Messiah. What are the reasons for this and why don't they believe Jesus is their Savior of Prophecy? Fr. Chris Alar explains some interesting points that show how Jesus has fulfilled all of the Old Testament prophecies so you can better explain who He is.