Fr. Chris Alar

What does the Bible and the Catholic Church really teach about the so-called "Rapture"? Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains. Then hear about the short film “The Veil Removed,” showing what really happens when the veil between Heaven and earth is pulled back at each Mass.

Father Chris Alar, MIC invites you to the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Massachusetts for our annual Divine Mercy Sunday celebration, April 11-12, 2026. 

In this new episode of "The Chris Stefanick Show," Fr. Chris Alar explains why quite possibly the most extraordinary grace available to us in the entire liturgical year is on Divine Mercy Sunday.

On April 7, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, spoke at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City on the promises of Divine Mercy Sunday.

Saint Dismas, often called the “Good Thief," has become one of the most powerful testimonies to God's Divine Mercy in all of Christian teaching. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains.Then revisit the story of the late Cathy Viola, sister of Cameraman Giuseppe, as we share her extraordinary example of what it means to carry one's cross.

Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Easter Sunday, begins Holy Week, the most sacred week of the year. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains. Then hear about Kansas City Chiefs star kicker Harrison Butker and an unlikely friendship that helped return him to his Catholic faith.

The Annunciation to Mary (March 25) is the most important event in human history. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains. Then hear about the Benedict XVI Institute for Sacred Music and Divine Worship that seeks to equip parishes with the resources they need to celebrate more beautiful and reverent liturgies.

Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains why pride is the deadliest of all sins. Then meet Deacon Jeff Willard, port chaplain at the Galveston Seafarer Center in Galveston, Texas, who spreads Christ's hope and healing presence.

When you fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, you are being obedient to the Church and share in the sacrifice of Christ. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains. Then hear the story of Greg and Julie Alexander and how they embraced God's true plan for marriage.

February 5 is the feast day of St. Agatha, Virgin and Martyr. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains why she is the patron saint of so many different people. Then hear the story of MiraVia, a maternity home that helps pregnant college students stay in school.