Anime
The Pokemon franchise's mascot, the face of the series.
Who is Pikachu?
The Gospel of Matthew portrays Jesus as a type of this person from the Old Testament, who went up to Mt. Sinai to receive the law, and led his people from slavery in Egypt to the promise land.
Who is Moses?
Though born in Missouri, this famous Michigander collaborated with other famous Michigander, Kid Rock, on his new Christian music album, Halfway 2 Jesus.
Who is Eminem?
"He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth fruit in his season."
The Bible (Psalm 1:3)
Known for her archery and determination, this heroine is mixed up in a violent game, in which tributes from the twelve districts of Panem are forced to fight to the death on live television.
Who is Katniss Everdeen?
The anime series, Dragon Ball, gave us this famous character.
Who is Goku?
The conclusion of Allhallowtide, in which we pray and remember those who have died, especially those in Purgatory, undergoing their spiritual purification before entering Heaven.
What is All Souls' Day?
This star-studded sixth-annual gala recently took place in Los Angeles, and raised over $14 million to support museum exhibitions and programming.
What is the Academy Museum Gala?
"Faithless is he who says farewell when the road darkens."
The Lord of the Rings (spoken by Gimli)
Though she faces abuse from her family, this young girl of the Roald Dahl book turned movie, uses her love of books and telekinetic powers to get through life's difficulties.
Who is Matilda?
This series follows the adventures of an isolated and hyperactive young ninja in the Hidden Leaf Village who dreams of becoming the Hokage--the leader and strongest ninja of his village.
What is Naruto?
St. Luke's equivalent of Jesus's Sermon on the Mount.
What is the Sermon on the Plain? (Luke 6:20-49)
A trailer was recently released for this upcoming Greta Gerwig film, which is facing a lot of backlash for it's controversial take on a beloved franchise.
What is Narnia?
"Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid, do not be discouraged."
The Bible (Joshua 1:9)
This 16 year cancer patient in The Fault in Our Stars faces her situation with humor and determination.
Who is Hazel Grace Lancaster?
After a demon slaughters his family, Tanjiro Kamado joins the Demon Slayers Corps to find a cure for his sister and avenge his family in this anime show.
What is Demon Slayers?
In Catholic Theology, the Church is viewed in a threefold state, known as the Communion of Saints. The Church Triumphant is the saints and angels in Heaven. The Church Penitent is the souls in Purgatory. We belong in this state of the Church, as we live on Earth, engaged in spiritual battle against sin, temptation, and the forces of darkness.
What is the Church Militant?
Harry Styles dedicated a new song to this late One Direction bandmate on the second anniversary of his death.
Who is Liam Payne?
"Many that live deserve death. And some that die deserve life. Can you give it to them? Then do not be too eager to deal out death in judgment."
The Lord of the Rings (spoken by Gandalf)
When their life seems like nothing but a Series of Unfortunate Events, this oldest sibling leads her younger brother and sister through dangerous situations after their parents die.
Who is Violet Baudelaire?
Saitama, an unimpressive-looking bald hero, has the ability to defeat any opponent, no matter how powerful, with a single punch in this anime show.
What is One-Punch Man?
The prophet who anointed David as king.
Who is Samuel? (1 Samuel 16:13)
This famous Disney actress/singer recently made news for warning fans not to vape, saying it changed her voice and is not worth it.
Who is Selena Gomez?
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us."
The Lord of the Rings (spoken by Gandalf to Frodo in the Fellowship of the Ring)
Despite being the youngest in her family, this brave young woman eventually ends up ruling a kingdom in the Chronicles that follow the adventures of the Pevensie children in a magical world.
Who is Lucy Pevensie?