Alumnus Daniel Fitzpatrick serves as editor for Joie de Vivre and is hosting their second annual arts and culture festival May 15-16 at St. Joseph Abbey in Covington, LA. The thematic focus this year is on visual art, and they welcome submissions of art in all media from artists around the country.
Deacon Matthew Newsome (Master of Theology, 2008, and current student in the Master of Sacred Scripture program) has published a book of reflections on the Mass entitled “Source & Summit: Rediscovering Worship in the Mystery of the Mass.” This book grew out of a series of retreat talks he has given to help ordinary Catholics understand the heavenly mysteries that take place upon the altars of their churches each time the Mass is offered, and the importance of our sacred duty to offer worship to the Almighty God. If you or someone you know has ever asked, “Why do we go to Mass, anyway? Why can’t we just worship God on our own?” this is the book to read.
Alumna Madonna Murphy, M.A. Theology 2010, has a book coming out this May 2026 with Scepter Publishers, “A Treasure for the Church: St. Josemaria on Marriage, Family and Education.” A Treasure for the Church brings together St. Josemaría’s personal, heartfelt answers to real-life questions posed during his catechetical gatherings in Spain (1972) and throughout Latin America (1974-1975). Drawn from his conversations with parents, educators, and youth, this book captures his timeless, practical advice for forming Christian character at home, in school, and in the world.
Student Jeff Plante has published his newest book, “Love Your Neighbor as Yourself: Daily Scripture Reflections.” It is unlike any other Catholic daily Scripture devotional; completely dedicated to the love of our neighbors. It is an ethos of Christianity…it is core to our faith…it is how we are called to live. In our daily immersion in the Word of God, specifically oriented on love of neighbor, may we grow closer to each other and, by extension, closer to Him in the process.
Student Carol D’Souza has published a new article in the Spring 2026 issue of Co‑Redemptrix magazine, titled “In You, Lord, No One Can See Your Face, But in Mary We See Your Beauty.” The magazine, produced by the Marian Franciscans of the Immaculate in England, focuses this issue on the Trinitarian‑Marian mystery, especially the relationship between Our Lady and God the Father. Carol’s contribution explores a topic that has received little theological attention, offering readers a deeper understanding of this profound and beautiful mystery. It’s a wonderful opportunity to engage with fresh scholarship on Mary’s unique place within the life of the Trinity.
Alumna Anastasia Wambeke recently had the opportunity to write, direct, and star in her very own student short film for one of her film production classes.
Alumnus Dennis Pettit has joined the University of Dallas, Neuhaus Institute of Ministry and Evangelization, as a part-time Adjunct Instructor. Dennis graduated from Holy Apistles in 2022 with a Master’s in Theology, concentration in Sacred Scripture.
Alumnus Kaleb Hammond was recently interviewed by Kiki Latimer on the WCAT program “Catholic Bookworm,” about his article for the New Oxford Review entitled “Tolkien’s Insights into the Feminine Soul: Icons of the Virgin Mary in ‘The Lord of the Rings‘”, published last November. The interview was conducted on March 18. The New Liturgical Movement will also be republishing Kaleb’s article on Dom Prosper Gueranger’s Anti-Liturgical Heresy, entitled ‘The Voice of Tradition,’ originally published with Adoremus Bulletin, on Easter Wednesday.
Alumni Jonathon Fessenden and Philipp Hadden have published their newest book, The Crown of Roses: Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary through Missio Dei Catholic.
Crown of Roses is written for modern Catholics in light of the Church’s timeless teachings and sacred tradition. A book that explores the history, power, and spiritual efficacy of the Rosary. With reflections that speak to souls in every stage of the spiritual journey, and beautiful introduction by Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., our book brings together the wisdom of Missio Dei’s own talented authors to help you fall more deeply in love with this powerful Marian prayer—through which Our Lady has promised to obtain for us all that we ask of her.
Alumna Diana Ray, MAPS 2025, accepted residency at Frederick Heath Hospital in their Clinical Pastoral Education program.
Alumna Allison LeDoux has been asked to present a keynote address on “Guardians and Servants of Human Life: Upholding the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services for the Renewal of a Culture of Life in Health Care” at the 21st annual Divine Mercy Medicine, Bioethics, and Spirituality Conference will take place April 29-May 1, 2026 at the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA.
Alumnus Christopher Reilly had three articles about artificial intelligence published in March: “Instrumentality in Sin and Silicon” in Catholic World Report, “Is AI Pro-Life?” in the Human Life Review, and “Yes, AI Is a Tool, but It Is So Much More” in the New Oxford Review.