Why is martyrdom valued in the Christian faith? It is not for the reasons you may think. Why is Christianity the most persecuted faith in the world - or is it? Are there really more martyrs in the 20th century than the rest of history combined? Fr. Chris Alar answers these questions and more!

July 6 is the feast day of one of the most inspirational – and youngest – saints in the history of the Catholic Church: St. Maria Goretti, only 11 years old when she was killed. Father Chris Alar, MIC says her example of forgiveness to her attacker has had  –  and still has –  a profound impact. Then hear the powerful story of Frank Ramirez who also lost a daughter at a young age but believes the way in which she died is the workmanship of an all-good and all-loving God.

Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC as he discusses the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick — Who can be anointed, when, and how often?  This teaching is part of Fr. Chris's brand-new book, Understanding the Sacraments: God's Grace Guaranteed! — a must-have guide to the spiritual treasures of the Church.