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Power & Witness, a podcast by Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA (co-host of EWTN's Life on the Rock) is about the witness of faith through the power of the Holy Spirit in the world today. The title is taken from Acts 1:8, "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses...to the end of the earth."

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Fr. Mark sits down with Fr. Ignatius Schweitzer, O.P., spiritual director at St. Joseph’s Seminary and co-author of Named for Glory: Saint Elisabeth of the Trinity’s Identity and Mission, to discuss the spirituality of St. Elisabeth of the Trinity. D... more

As marriage rates plummet and "woke" ideologies fail to deliver on their promises, Pete Burak argues that the solution lies in the fundamental cell of society: the family. In this episode, Pete shares practical, hard-won lessons from 15 years of marr... more

In this wide-ranging and candid conversation, Marcel LeJeune (President of Catholic Missionary Disciples) joins Fr. Mark to tackle the "lonely island" of the modern priesthood and the stagnation of the average parish. Marcel pulls back the curtain on... more

Dr. Stacy Trasancos, PhD chemist and Holy Apostles adjunct professor, shares her radical journey from atheism and materialism to Catholicism. Once viewing people as "complex atom systems," a desperate prayer led to conversion, marriage, sacraments—an... more

Former EWTN President Doug Keck joins Fr. Mark Mary on Power & Witness to explain why trust still matters in Catholic media amid scandals, digital chaos, and cultural doubt. He reflects on 30 years at EWTN, the rise of lay evangelization, young Catho... more

Fr. Mark talks with Fr. Will Straten of St. Mary’s Catholic Center at Texas A&M, one of the most vibrant and evangelizing campus ministries in the country. Fr. Will shares how students are formed as disciples, how small groups and missionaries impact... more

Catholic author and commentator Noelle Mering joins Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA, on Power & Witness to explore the renewal of faith and culture through truth, beauty, and authentic Christian witness. In this heartfelt and intellectually rich conversation, No... more

Catholic speaker and evangelist Gabriel Castillo joins Fr. Mark Mary on Power & Witness to explore the fascinating history and spiritual power of the Rosary. From its hidden beginnings in the heart of Mary to St. Dominic’s revelation and the victory ... more

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Recent Guests

Ignatius Schweitzer
Priest, The Dominican Order (O.P.)
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Episode: The Indwelling Trinity with St. Elisabeth (Guest: Fr. Ignatius Schweitzer, O.P.)
Pete Burak
Author and family life advocate
Episode: Restoring the Family and the Mission of Men (Guest: Pete Burak)
Marcel LeJeune
Founder of Missionary Disciple and advocate for priests
Episode: Why Our Priests are Lonely and Our Parishes are Stuck (Guest: Marcel LeJeune)
Noelle Mering
Author and speaker engaged in family life and cultural commentary.
EPPC (Ethics and Public Policy Center)
Episode: The Battle for Beauty and Truth (Guest: Noelle Mering)
Gabriel Castillo
A host on EWTN and a passionate advocate for the Rosary
Episode: The Origins of the Rosary (Guest: Gabriel Castillo)
Fr. Christopher Seith
Spiritual director and author with a focus on moral theology and Joseph Pieper's thought
Episode: Escaping Busyness (Guest: Fr. Christopher Seith)
Fr. Anthony Giambrone, OP
A featured guest with expertise in Bible teachings and priesthood.
Dominican Order
Episode: Priesthood in the Old and New Testaments (Guest: Fr. Anthony Giambrone, OP)
Eve Rosemary
Chastity speaker and advocate for youth
Episode: Living Sainthood Every Day (Guest: Eve Rosemary)
Brother Danylo Kolasa
A seminarian from Ukraine and advocate for a just peace.
St. Gabriel Institute
Episode: Ukraine’s Faith in the Face of War (Guest: St. Gabriel Institute)

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Fr. Mark Mary
Host of Power & Witness; co-host of related religious programs; noted for pastoral leadership and theological reflection.

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The Indwelling Trinity with St. Elisabeth (Guest: Fr. Ignatius Schweitzer, O.P.)
Q: So practically, what are some practical tips on this?
Turn off unnecessary notifications, use smartphones to access good faith-building content, and create boundaries to protect time for prayer; likewise, leverage meaningful music and scripture verses to anchor daily recollection.
Why Our Priests are Lonely and Our Parishes are Stuck (Guest: Marcel LeJeune)
Q: What do you tell priests about preaching?
It's important to know your audience and to avoid hyper-intellectualizing the faith.
A Chemist's Conversion to Catholicism (Guest: Dr. Stacy Trasancos)
Q: How would you briefly describe that wrong idea again?
Trasancos explains that the prevalent idea that atoms make up everything is fundamentally misleading and oversimplifies the complexity of substances and their interactions.
A Chemist's Conversion to Catholicism (Guest: Dr. Stacy Trasancos)
Q: What do you see as the women's gift there and the men's gift there?
Trasancos discusses the different approaches men and women bring to science and academia, emphasizing the importance of a feminine perspective in explaining truth with heart.
Why 260 Students Are Joining OCIA This Year at Texas A&M (Guest: Fr. Will Straten)
Q: What drew you to the priest and your vocation?
The opportunity to serve and walk with others, providing hope and being a reminder that there is a God.

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What is Power & Witness about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A faith-focused interview show exploring how Catholic beliefs intersect daily life, culture, and current events. Across recent episodes, conversations center on family, marriage, parenting, and the role of faith in shaping personal and communal life, often through personal testimonies, theological reflections, and practical guidance. Guests range from priests and theologians to authors and activists, discussing topics like the formation of family values, the challenges facing priests and parishes, the integration of science and faith, and how mercy, prayer, and devotion (notably the Rosary and Divine Mercy) inform everyday living. The program often highlights resilience in difficult contexts—whether in family life, parish communities, or ge... more

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1. Ignatius Schweitzer
2. Pete Burak
3. Marcel LeJeune
4. Noelle Mering
5. Gabriel Castillo
6. Fr. Christopher Seith
7. Fr. Anthony Giambrone, OP
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