In this third episode of the Fatima Today martyrdom series, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran share the powerful story of Blessed Alexandrina da Costa, often called the “fourth seer of Fatima.” After a heroic act to defend her purity left her paralyzed, she embraced her suffering as a victim soul, offering it for the conversion of sinners. For the last 13 years of her life, she lived on the Eucharist alone, a living witness to Christ’s Real Presence.
Her deep devotion, mystical experiences, and life of sacrifice continue to inspire the Church today.
We also share news about the upcoming Fatima pilgrimage, December 2–13, 2025, sponsored by the World Apostolate of Fatima. Visit AveMariaTours.org to learn more, and join us in the mission of the Blessed Mother at BlueArmy.com

In this second episode of the Fatima Today martyrdom series, hosted by Barb Ernster with Katie Moran, we look at “red martyrdom” giving one’s life for Christ. On his feast day, we share the inspiring story of St. Maximilian Kolbe: from his childhood vision of two crowns, one white for purity and one red for martyrdom — to his brave fight against evil through his love for the Blessed Mother. You’ll hear about his arrest for helping refugees, his time in Auschwitz, and the moment he offered to die in another man’s place. Even in the starvation bunker, his days were filled with prayer, song, and a deep peace that only God can give.
 
Stay tuned for the next episode — the touching story of Bl. Alexandrina da Costa, the “white martyr,” who offered her whole life to God through suffering.

In this first episode of the Fatima Today martyrdom series, hosted by Barb Ernster with Katie Moran, learn what it means to be a martyr a witness to Christ and the three kinds the Church teaches: green, white, and red.
 
Barb and Katie share the August 1917 story of the Fatima children, who were persecuted, jailed, and felt abandoned by their families, yet offered their suffering for sinners. Francisco encouraged them to accept this sacrifice and later felt deep joy and peace, the “martyr’s grace.”
 
They also reflect on the third secret, when the Angel calls out “penance, penance, penance,” and the vision of martyrs’ blood falling on those walking toward the cross, a path that includes each of us.
 
They encouraged people to turn their sufferings into sacrifice for sinners, and reminded that many are being called to be “green martyrs” by offering prayer and sacrifice for those who have no one to pray for them.
 
Don’t miss what’s next — the powerful story of St. Maximilian Kolbe, the “red martyr” who gave his life, and the moving journey of Bl. Alexandrina da Costa, the “white martyr” and victim soul.

In this follow-up episode, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran share Fulton Sheen’s simple but powerful way to make a Holy Hour. He taught that prayer is a conversation, first we speak to God, then we listen as He speaks to us.
They explore how to enter into meditation, with help from saints like Teresa of Avila and Mother Teresa, and modern guidance from Fr. Timothy Gallagher. Even in spiritual dryness, like the saints experienced, God is still working. 
These insights are drawn from The Holy Hour Prayer Book by Fulton Sheen, available at fultonsheentoday.com.

In this episode of Fatima Today, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran talk about Venerable Fulton Sheen’s secret to powerful preaching—spending one hour every day with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. He never missed a Holy Hour in 55 years and said, “That’s where power comes from. That’s where sermons are born. That’s where every good thought is conceived.”
They go through his 10 reasons for doing a Holy Hour and share how this time with Jesus can change your life. They also talk about St. Francisco of Fatima, who loved to sit quietly in church with Jesus, and Sister Lucia, who found wisdom and direction through her time in prayer. This episode will inspire you to make time for Jesus and discover the peace and power that comes from being with Him.

On this feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran reflect on the history and meaning of the brown scapular. Discover its deep connection to Fatima, the role it plays in consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, and why this simple devotion is so powerful for our times.

In this episode of Fatima Today, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran introduce you to Bertha Petit, a Belgian mystic whose profound revelations about the Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary—received between 1910 and 1942—anticipate and beautifully complement the Fatima message. Discover how Our Lord revealed to her the significance of Mary’s sorrowful heart, the call for worldwide consecration, and how this devotion is central to Heaven’s plan for peace.
Through consecration—personal, national, and global—we take part in a divine mission.Draw near to Mary’s Heart and join God’s plan to renew the world through love and sacrifice.
🎧 Listen now, reflect, and share the message of peace through the Immaculate Heart.

In this episode of Fatima Today, hosts Barb Ernster and Katie Moran take a deep dive into the powerful events of the June 13, 1917 apparition at Fatima. This pivotal moment revealed the mission to spread devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, especially entrusted to Lucia. Hear how the Blessed Mother gave us the promise of salvation, called for personal conversion, and offered her Heart as a refuge and guide for all souls.
We also discuss the significance of this devotion in light of the Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart feast days, highlight the Shrine’s upcoming events, and share insights from the biography Pathway Under the Gaze of Mary.
💙 Discover the refuge of Mary’s Heart—and help spread this devotion to a world in need.🔗 Visit bluearmy.com to learn more and join us at the Shrine!