Kevin J. Banet

Kevin J. Banet is a journalist and publicist. He provides marketing for religious communities, non-profits and healthcare services. Kevin and his family live in the Chicago area. His website is VocationPromotion.com.

Latest Articles By Kevin J. Banet
Prayer at the DMZ: Visitation Nuns Build Monastery on the Korean Border
Prayer at the DMZ: Visitation Nuns Build Monastery on the Korean Border
The division of North and South Korea has been a source of tension and conflict for decades. With military forces lined up along the border, the threat of renewed fighting always looms.
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How a Priest is a “Nurse” for Our Souls
How a Priest is a “Nurse” for Our Souls
St. Francis de Sales once found himself in need of medical attention from the Visitation Sisters. Yet he refused their help so they could focus on others, choosing instead to visit them later when he was well.
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Depression and St. Jane de Chantal’s "Anguish of Spirit"
Depression and St. Jane de Chantal’s "Anguish of Spirit"
Many of us wrestle with a lack of wholeness and joy in life. If you have experienced dark nights of the soul (or anything similar), you are in good company.
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St. John of the Cross: Prayer, Like Fire, is Transformative
St. John of the Cross: Prayer, Like Fire, is Transformative
Have you ever asked yourself, “How can I become better at prayer?” When we think about prayer, three ideas might come to mind: Prayer is asking. How can I pray so that I get what I want? Prayer is vocal or spoken. We may think of written prayers like the Our Father or Hail Mary. Prayer can be analyzed. How can I analyze prayer, and break it down into its component parts, like a scientist?
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In the “Our Father,” Jesus Shares With Us His Close Intimacy with the Father
In the “Our Father,” Jesus Shares With Us His Close Intimacy with the Father
Eight years ago the Church of England developed a film campaign for the United Kingdom to encourage people to pray. It featured a variety of clips of people from all walks of life praying phrases of the Lord’s Prayer. However, it was pulled just before it was released because of public controversy. The video was criticized as being offensive and as proselytizing the public.
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God Says: Fasten Your Eyes on My Son Jesus Christ
God Says: Fasten Your Eyes on My Son Jesus Christ
If you’ve plowed through any of the theological works of St. John of the Cross, or smiled at his love poems, you might have misgivings about him. He might seem like a grim, life-denying ascetic, or a typical 16th century romantic poet. Or even as a Buddhist. But none of these really describe this greatest of mystics in the Church who is also recognized as Spain’s most prominent poet.
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Can Centering Prayer Lead to the Contemplation of God?
Can Centering Prayer Lead to the Contemplation of God?
Have you ever wished you could truly concentrate your mind and heart on God when you pray? That is the hope of many people. And yet, our own thoughts and emotions seem to crowd out our awareness of God! What might be of help is centering prayer.
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What Can We Do to Help Children Be “Great”?
What Can We Do to Help Children Be “Great”?
Living out the faith in this fallen, broken world can be complicated and messy. We are called to be soldiers in this spiritual battle, to carry our crosses, and somehow at the same time to become like children. This month, our chatters journey through this winding road, on the pursuit to trusting God as a loving Father, who has much for us to endure for the sake of our souls and for the faith.
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Picture Yourself Between Heaven and Hell
Picture Yourself Between Heaven and Hell
This month, our website chatters touched upon various aspects of spirituality, exploring concepts like filial relationships, sacraments, and the awareness of God's constant companionship, and diving into the depth of sin, the influence of the devil, and the need for humility and respect in the face of God's greatness.
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Mindfulness in the Carmelite Tradition Can Draw Us Closer to God
Mindfulness in the Carmelite Tradition Can Draw Us Closer to God
When Peter Tyler, a teacher of spirituality and a psychotherapist, learned about the growing interest in mindfulness some ten years ago, he attended conferences on Buddhism and began to learn Sanskrit, an ancient language of India.
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Bishop Barron’s Free Ebook On Vocational Discernment
Bishop Barron’s Free Ebook On Vocational Discernment
Need a good resource to clarify your discernment? How about a free ebook by Bishop Robert Barron? Bishop Barron, known for his clear and frank YouTube discussions of faith and the current culture, has written a great book on discerning one’s vocation in life.
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St. Therese of Lisieux: Jesus Instructs Us Without the Noise of Words
St. Therese of Lisieux: Jesus Instructs Us Without the Noise of Words
With carefully chosen words, Odile Rimbert begins her lecture with a simple prayer to the Holy Spirit. She is wearing a crimson-pink scarf that adds a personal touch to her somewhat shy, but light-hearted personality.
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Every Vocation is Born in Contemplation
Every Vocation is Born in Contemplation
If you are a single Christian, have you earnestly sought to hear God’s voice concerning your God-given calling in life? It comes from listening to Jesus.
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"Nefarious" Movie Authentically Captures the Work of the Devil Today
"Nefarious" Movie Authentically Captures the Work of the Devil Today
This year there are five Hollywood films dealing with the demonic, no doubt a sign that interest in the devil and paranormal phenomena is on the rise. However, what is different this year is that two of these flicks go beyond the cheap thrills that the film industry often milks for profit.
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Is it OK to Seek Consolations Amid Our Trials? Does God Expect Us to be Superheroes?
Is it OK to Seek Consolations Amid Our Trials? Does God Expect Us to be Superheroes?
Life is filled with its fair share of challenges, hardships, and toils. For many, the question arises: Does being a Christian intensify these difficulties, or is there something else at play?
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