Is modern life making us happier—or pulling us further from God, family, and one another? Mike Thomas and Andrew Ewell of the Catholic Land Movement join Conor to discuss why so many Catholics are rediscovering a simpler, land-based way of life rooted in prayer, family, and meaningful work. Together they explore Catholic social teaching, distributism, technology and AI, the importance of subsidiarity and community, and how reconnecting with the created world can help restore a more human, virtuous, and deeply Catholic way of living. youtu.be/Eexwp0q3qoE

~Kitchener Winemaking & All Hallows Eve~ Celebrate the Vigil of All Saints with the Kitchener chapter! On Saturday, October 31, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., join fellow Catholics in Milverton, Ontario, to learn winemaking and juicemaking from fresh grapes. There will be a live demonstration of de-stemming, crushing, and juicing, along with an explanation of fermentation, pressing, racking, and aging. We’ll share a potluck lunch, so please bring a dish. The whole family is welcome! RSVP to Brendan at (519) 323-6465 for the address.

~Central California kickoff~ The Central California chapter is holding its kickoff! Join local Catholic families and individuals in Turlock on Saturday, November 14, at 11:00 AM as we gather to build community through faith, fellowship, and a shared connection to the land. A potluck and time for prayer will follow, so please bring a side dish to share. The entire family is welcome and encouraged! RSVP using the QR code, and email Josh & Natalie Wilson at [email protected] with any questions.

In 1933, the Holy See gave the Catholic Land Movement an Apostolic Blessing. In 2025, Pope Leo XIV renewed it. Why would two popes, nearly a century apart, bless a movement of Catholic families returning to the land? Our director, Michael Thomas, explains in his new article for OnePeterFive. onepeterfive.com/the-vital-i…

Discover the vision of the Catholic Land Movement! Our National Speaking Tour comes to Montgomery, Texas, on Wednesday, November 4, at 7:30 PM. Join us for an engaging presentation on the history and mission of the Catholic Land Movement, building vibrant local communities rooted in faith, Catholic Social Teaching in everyday life, productive property and family life, and stewardship of God’s creation. Venue details will be shared upon RSVP. RSVP: partiful.com/e/lHdMY9ltQUqHv… Presented by Michael Thomas, Director & Co-Founder of the Catholic Land Movement.

Join the Catholic Land Movement in Dunwoody, Georgia on Monday, November 23, at 5:00 PM for an evening with our new Atlanta chapter. We'll begin with the Rosary, followed by a potluck and time to visit, and then a presentation on the vision of the Catholic Land Movement. The talk will cover the history and mission of the movement, Catholic Social Teaching in everyday life, stewardship of God's creation, productive property and family life, and building local communities rooted in faith. We'll close by introducing the Atlanta chapter and sharing how to get involved. Please bring a dish to share. Garden Barn 4770 N Peachtree Rd., Dunwoody, GA 30338 Follow the signs from the skate park. To RSVP or ask questions, email [email protected]. Presented by Michael Thomas, Director and Co-Founder of the Catholic Land Movement.

National Speaking Tour: Waynesboro, GA Discover the vision of the Catholic Land Movement! The CLM National Speaking Tour comes to Waynesboro on Saturday, November 21, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The day begins with Mass at 10:30 AM, followed by a presentation and potluck in the Parish Hall. Come learn about the history and mission of the Catholic Land Movement, Catholic Social Teaching in everyday life, stewardship of God’s creation, productive property and family life, and building vibrant local communities rooted in faith. Please bring a dish to share. RSVP using the QR code, or email [email protected] with any questions. Presented by Michael Thomas, Director and Co-Founder of the Catholic Land Movement.

National Speaking Tour: Grovetown, GA Discover the vision of the Catholic Land Movement! The CLM National Speaking Tour comes to Grovetown on Friday, November 20, at 7:00 PM in the Education Building, Room 2, at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Join us for an evening exploring the history and mission of the Catholic Land Movement, building vibrant local communities rooted in faith, Catholic Social Teaching in everyday life, productive property and family life, and stewardship of God’s creation. The entire family is welcome and encouraged. RSVP using the QR code, or email [email protected] with any questions. Presented by Michael Thomas, Director and Co-Founder of the Catholic Land Movement.

CLM Canada Signal Group Calling all Canadians! If you’re drawn to the land, join the CLM Canada Signal group and connect with Catholics across the country who share that call. Scan the QR code in the image to join, and feel free to introduce yourself when you do. CLM already has five chapters in Southern Ontario: Kitchener, London, Peterborough, Port Perry (Greater Toronto Area), and Glengarry (Ottawa). Visit catholiclandmovement.info to connect with the chapter nearest you. Questions? Email [email protected]

South Central Alabama Chapter Kickoff The South Central Alabama chapter of the Catholic Land Movement is holding its kickoff! Join us on Sunday, November 8, at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 725 Elba Hwy, Troy, AL, as we celebrate our parish patron, St. Martin of Tours. The day begins with Holy Mass at 11 a.m., followed by a brief introduction to the Catholic Land Movement and a review of a couple of books that lay the groundwork for a return to productive, agrarian Catholic family life rooted in faith. Stay into the evening for a potluck picnic, traditional folk music from our parish musicians (bring your instruments and play along!), and the chance to cut sugar cane and taste its juice. Bring your family and stay awhile. Questions? Contact Stephen at [email protected] or 1-334-304-5225.

Southern New Jersey: All Hallows Eve Celebration The Southern New Jersey chapter of the Catholic Land Movement is holding its kickoff! Join us for an All Hallows Eve fire pit party on Saturday, October 31, at the Saint Hildegard Mission House, 1105 Tuckahoe Rd, Milmay, NJ, as we celebrate the holy saints. The Mission House is still a work in progress and doesn’t have a kitchen yet, so we’re ordering pizza. Feel free to bring treats and your favorite drinks to share, and please RSVP so we know how many pizzas to order. RSVP to Nicole at [email protected] or call/text 856-524-9800.

Catholic Land Movement 101 (Morrilton, Arkansas) Sacred Heart Church in Morrilton invites you to Theology on Tap for an evening on the mission of the Catholic Land Movement. Come learn how CLM helps Catholic families resettle onto productive land they own, guided by the social teaching of the Church and built on four pillars: Resettlement, Education, Fellowship, and Glorification. Sunday, October 25, 5 to 7 PM Orenwood Hall, Morrilton, AR Please RSVP by October 14 using the link or QR code on the flyer.

Join the Catholic Land Movement in Italy for an afternoon of faith, family, and farm life in Crescentino (VC) on Sunday, November 15, 2026. We’ll begin with a pizza lunch at 1 PM, and everyone is welcome to bring dishes, desserts, or drinks to share. At 2:30, the children can bake cookies in the wood-fired oven, so bring a batch of dough ready to go. At 3:30 we’ll visit the piglets and hear a presentation on raising pigs, and at 4:30 we’ll walk to the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Palazzo, a baroque church from 1776 about a kilometer from the town center. We’ll close with a snack and farewells at 5:30. Weather permitting, lunch may be outdoors, so dress warmly. The meeting location will be shared when you register. To register or for more information, contact Cosima Gambaro at 334 609 9808 or [email protected].

Take the leap, start your heap! The Catholic Land Movement is partnering with the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District for Composting 101, part of Ohio Soil Health Week 2026. Composting is an easy, economical way to turn yard and kitchen scraps into rich, living soil. Gail Prunty, Education Specialist with Geauga Soil & Water, will walk through the basics and benefits of composting, different methods to try, and how to avoid common problems. Every participant will have a chance to win a free kitchen compost pail. Monday, November 16, 2026 Fellowship at 6 PM, presentation from 6:30 to 7:30 PM Claridon Woodlands Park Building 11383 Claridon Troy Rd, Chardon, OH 44024 Text or call (440) 506-3245 to RSVP or for more information.

The Catholic Land Movement National Speaking Tour is coming to San Antonio, Texas! Join us Saturday, October 31 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the undercroft of the Little Flower Basilica (1715 N. Zarzamora St.) for a presentation on the history and mission of the CLM, Catholic Social Teaching in everyday life, productive property and family life, and building local communities rooted in faith. Scan the QR code to RSVP. Questions? Email [email protected]. Presented by Michael Thomas, Director & Co-Founder of the Catholic Land Movement.

The CLM Morgantown chapter is hosting a sourdough day! Join us Saturday, October 17, for Mass at 9:00 a.m. at St. John's University Parish, followed by brunch and a hands-on sourdough class at the Noel Homestead. We'll cover getting and managing a starter, working dough for the best rise, troubleshooting, and sampling rye, brioche, and other variations. After class, we'll talk about renewing Catholic culture through the parish. Please bring a dish to share for brunch, a 1 qt. casserole dish or Dutch oven, and an apron. The entire family is welcome! To RSVP or ask questions, email [email protected] or call Kevin Noel at (757) 409-2736.

---Winona, TX--- The Catholic Land Movement National Speaking Tour is headed to Winona, Texas! Join us Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 pm to learn about the CLM's mission, productive property and family life, and how Catholic Social Teaching can take root in your home and community. The entire family is welcome and encouraged to come. RSVP with the QR code or at [email protected] to receive the address. Presented by Michael Thomas, Director & Co-Founder of the Catholic Land Movement.