THE BIBLE GEEK

About

Mark Hart serves as Chief Information Officer and Executive Vice President for Life Teen International, a Catholic youth ministry movement currently being implemented in almost 2,000 parishes in over thirty countries worldwide. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and a 20+ year veteran of youth ministry, Mark is a best-selling author of over twenty books, a radio co-host on SiriusXM, an award-winning producer, and one of the most sought-after speakers serving in the Catholic Church, today.

Mark’s humor and his passion for Scripture – as experienced in his DVD Bible Study Series, “T3” and “Encounter” as well as his DVD Mass Study Series, “Altaration,” and Evangelization Mission Series “The 99” – are helping millions of Catholics – young and old – begin to read and study the Bible in engaging and relevant ways. His weekly podcast focusing on the Sunday readings is heard to in 24 countries and his video work is known in parishes and dioceses internationally. In addition to volunteering on various Boards, Mark is a Research Fellow for the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology.

Mark and his beautiful wife, Melanie, have three daughters (Hope, Trinity, and Faith) and one son, Josiah. They live in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Bible Refresher

The Bible’s big picture, along with a uniquely Catholic approach to the Scriptures.


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Many people try to make abortion strictly a political battle. Others attempt to make it a scientific debate. Still others reduce it to a subjective argument in which “no one person” is right or wrong – that it’s all about “what’s right for you.” None of these give the full picture, and all fail to take into account God’s objective truth.

There is probably a screen in the middle of your living room. There has been a screen in the middle of American living rooms since the 1950s. Its presence rearranged furniture and changed the focus of the ones sitting in those chairs—no longer looking at one another, but pointed at that screen.

What are your hopes for youth ministry?
I want to help change the perspective of teenagers. When teenagers get involved in their faith in a youth group or when they come to an event like this, they think that they’re seeking God. They think they’re going out of their way for God, but very seldom…

What made Zacchaeus climb the tree that day? Sure, he was short, but that’s still a lot to go through just to see someone. Yes, Jesus was developing a quasi-rock-star celebrity status—but tree climbing? It was so impulsive and so uncivilized. Others in the town had heard of Jesus. Many turned out—although doubtless some…

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Interested in purchasing one of Mark’s best-selling books, audio CDs, Bible Study or Mass curriculum? Browse (and purchase) all or one of his many titles below!

Inspired: A Bible Companion for Teens

Perhaps it’s a part of your daily routine, or maybe you’ve never cracked open the Word of God, thinking it’s too old, too heavy, or too outdated. Nevertheless, this companion will help you navigate this big, heavy, and not the least bit outdated book. With explanations about its reliability and organization, as well as a… View More

Ascend

It is a warm, summer Sunday morning. The priest asks the congregation to be seated and Phyllis approaches the ambo to proclaim the Word of God. Your eyes get heavy. You think about how late you stayed up playing video games last night. “It would be easier to pay attention if this part of Mass… View More

100 Saints Every Teen Should Know

And That’s Just the Tip of the Iceberg There are thousands of saints, including those who are recognized by the Church and those who lived saintly lives but do not have the official title. With so many holy men and women, it is difficult to narrow down the list, as they have all impacted the… View More

100 Things Every Catholic Teen Should Know

Do you ever wish for short, simple answers to what the Catholic Church teaches and why we claim it as truth? Let 100 Things Every Catholic Teen Should Know help. You won’t get long, boring answers that confuse; you will get quick, straight answers that enlighten, rooted in 100% Catholic truth. On top of all… View More

Altaration – DVD

The Mass as Teens Have Never Seen it Before Altaration addresses head-on one of the biggest problems we all face: how do we get Catholic teens to appreciate the awesome beauty and mystery of the Mass…and to actually look forward to attending and participating? Through a unique learning experience, including powerful cinematography and workbook resources,… View More

Altaration – Leader’s Guide

The Mass as Teens Have Never Seen it Before Altaration addresses head-on one of the biggest problems we all face: how do we get Catholic teens to appreciate the awesome beauty and mystery of the Mass…and to actually look forward to attending and participating? Through a unique learning experience, including powerful cinematography and workbook resources,… View More

Podcasts

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CONTACT

Mark is happy to accept an invitation to speak at your event. To submit a request, click . We review and accept events once a month. To connect with Mark, directly, you can reach him via Facebook, Twitter, or Email.

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Super Coffee 'n Donuts

It’s Sunday morning – peaceful, relaxed, and calm, right? Wrong!

Your local parish has been besieged by the unspeakable evil that is mild hunger and thirst. The parishioners, having skipped breakfast and fresh out of Mass, want just one thing… well, maybe two things. Coffee and donuts. And since your mom “volunteered” you to help out after church, you’re the only thing standing in their way.