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This week's guest is Walter Pennington, a professional baseball player in the Texas Rangers organization. Host Ron Meyer talks with Walter about his journey to pro ball and the importance of being Catholic on and off the field.

Matthew Bunson joins to discuss his new biography about Pope Leo XIV plus a sneak peek look at the new exorcist movie, The Ritual, opening this weekend.

The Scapular, the Jesuits, the Devil and much more on today's Open Line Friday with Colin Donovan.

The Bishop of Charlotte has postponed a plan to restrict the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) in his diocese after significant backlash, the latest development in a wide-reaching liturgical controversy that has engulfed western North Carolina and beyond. We are joined by Jonathan Liedl, Register Senior Editor for the latest.

Are Catholics really drinking blood? Do Catholics believe in Vicarious Punishment? What's the single mischaracterization of God? Join us for this Mailbag edition of Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

We talk with George Weigel about the Catholic fix for higher education and firefighter Benjamin O'Brien shares his faith journey.

We celebrate the Month of the Sacred Heart with Steve Ray.

Dr Greg Popcak has advice for helping your kids express their emotions and Kitty Cleveland shares her father's story of going from prison to paradise.

Doug Keck looks at what Pope Leo said this weekend about Marriage and the Family, and Shannon Salter shares what happened when her family decided to offer the Sacrament of Confession at her father's wake.

Is the God of the Old Testament “meaner” than Jesus? Luke Lancaster joins us, and we unpack the Sunday Readings for the Feast of the Ascension with Rob Corzine.

Matthew Bunson reports on a strange proposal in the Diocese of Charlotte and we talk about the problems of the sexual revolution with Nathanael Blake.

Andrea Picciotti-Bayer has the latest on a religious freedom case in Oklahoma and Christopher Kaczor remembers the late philosopher Alasdair Macintyre.

On Friday's Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie our topic is The Real Presence.

Good morning! On a special Pentecost edition of the Son Rise Morning Show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell preview the readings for the feast day with Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo and Fr. Jonathan Duncan, discuss the Pentecost Sequence with Catherine Fishlock, and talk to Fr. Frank Donio about what Pentecost teaches us about missionary discipleship.

On today's episode, Johnnette Williams answers questions on matters such as: The existence of God, how God meets us where we are, and hears from a Navy Seal who is dealing with the guilt and stress over the nature of his job and what is has done to other's lives. Call the EWTN Listener Comment Line (205-795-5773) with your questions and comments, or email WomenofGrace@ewtn.com

Are you tired of certain conversations always turning into confrontations? We'll help you quit fighting and find the grace-filled solutions you're seeking. Dr. Greg and Lisa will help you solve your problems with relevant, relatable and achievable tools and solutions straight from the genius of the Theology of the Body.

Can steering lead you to the sin of lust? Are Transubstantiation and Consubstantiation different? Are Jews the chosen people? Don't miss on this episode of Open Line Thursday with Fr. Gerald Murray.

Was Jesus Catholic? The Catholic Church against translating the Bible? Are the Apostolic Fathers important to Protestants? Join us for Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Good morning! On another special Summer best of edition of the Son Rise Morning Show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk to Bishop James Conley about a Catholic perspective on mental health. Other guests include Dr. Benjamin Reinhard on connections between the Gloria and the Lord of the Rings, and Dina Dwyer-Owens on how to keep your work checklist from defining you....

On today's Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie our topic is: Are You a Workaholic?

Struggling with anger or angry people? Let help you calm the storm! Dr. Greg and Lisa will help you solve your problems with relevant, relatable and achievable tools and solutions straight from the genius of the Theology of the Body.

On today's episode, Johnnette Williams invites listeners to share how they experience God in their everyday lives. Callers give moving testimonies about sharing God's love, the power of family unity, and the meaning of the Our Father prayer. Johnnette also addresses questions that arise during the discussion, such as whether praying the rosary is efficacious when not in a state of grace, and when is it appropriate for a layperson to perform a baptism.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. discusses the grown in the Church in his Cultural Connections segment. A look at the EWTN e-learning series "Saints In Italy" with Stephen Keating of EWTN's Mission Advancement. Plus, Monsignor Stephen Bosso joins to discuss the Psalms with Teresa. T's Two Sense features Bishop Robert Barron discussing the revival of religion and faith.

Better never been born? Is Arianism still around? About John Mary Vianney? Join us for Open Line Wednesday with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Dr. Ray Guarendi takes your calls from North Platte, Nebraska!

Dr. Ray Guarendi takes your calls from Scottsbluff, Nebraska!

It's E-Mail Monday! Instead of taking calls, Dr. Ray spends Monday's answering listener e-mail. You can e-mail Dr. Ray yourself at www.DrRay.com.

Dr. Ray Guarendi takes your calls.

Dr. Ray Guarendi takes your calls.

Who's greater in the Trinity? Mary and childbearing pains? Honoring and having a relationship with parents? This and more in Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

On today's Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie our topic is: Divorce is Painful.

Are past hurts weighing you down? Let us help you lay down those old burdens and find the next steps on your healing journey. Dr. Greg and Lisa will help you solve your problems with relevant, relatable and achievable tools and solutions straight from the genius of the Theology of the Body.

On today's episode, Johnnette Williams and Sue Brinkmann unpack the creepy rise of the “Haunted Doll Tour” and the story behind Annabelle. They warn against treating evil spirits as entertainment and remind listeners that spiritual warfare is real. Callers share personal experiences, ask about the reality of possession, and raise questions like whether tai chi is just exercise or tied to religious practices.

Augustinian priest, Fr. Tom McCarthy talks about his personal relationship with Pope Leo XIV. Joan Lewis join with news from the Vatican. T's Two Sense looks at truth about gender mutilation surgeries. Plus, Fr. Shenan Boquet of Human Life International discusses the decline in population.

Good morning! On a special Summer best-of edition of the Son Rise Morning Show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell, they welcome Bishop Donald Hying to talk about his book "Love Never Fails," Brandon McGinley on his book, "The Prodigal Church, and Bishop Robert Barron on spiritual themes in the music of Bob Dylan. Plus news, weather, sports and more...

What can parents do when the conventional discipline strategies don't work? Dr. Greg Popcak joins us, and we discuss living and dying in the Nicene Creed with Jared Ortiz.

Memorial Day special: Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle shares prayers for military wives, Jack Watts tells the story of American hero Jimmy Davis, and Patrick O'Donnell discusses the Civil War origins of Memorial Day.

Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes. In today's show our listeners share powerful Holy Spirit stories in preparation for Pentecost!

Today in Paradise? What dominions, authorities, and principalities? Why the Catechism of the Catholic Church? Join us for Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

Meteorites and relics, the Holy Spirit in the life of the Church, and more…

On today's Take 2 with jerry & Debbie our topic is: Do You Worry Too Much?

In today's mailbag episode, Johnnette Williams reflects on bible verses, emphasizing God's intentional design for each person to live a holy and love-filled life. She encourages listeners to embrace their unique purpose and introduces the acronym “GREAT” as a guide for spiritual growth. Later, she answers listener questions submitted via email and voicemail, offering insight grounded in faith and Church teaching.

We not only take live calls but we also answer emailed questions on the air. On this mailbag edition, Debbie and Adam answer questions about TV mediums, psychic olympics, hypnosis shows and therapy, the progression of tarot reading to demonic possession, laying hands on people while praying, types of grace, and whether angels/demons can read our thoughts.

Struggling to connect with your adult child? We'll help you discover grace-filled steps to healing your relationship. Dr. Greg and Lisa will help you solve your problems with relevant, relatable and achievable tools and solutions straight from the genius of the Theology of the Body.

Fr. Leo Patalinghug joins to discuss the upcoming Grand Hotel Getaway event on Mackinac Island. Brittany Vessely, of the Colorado Catholic Conference, talks over Colorado's HB25-1312 and the radical overreach by the state. Plus, an eye opening conversation with Kelly Salomon on Newman Guide News Tuesday regarding the state of some colleges who call themselves Catholic.

Did the Father and the Spirit die in Calvary? Do Protestants receive the Holy Spirit when they baptize in the name of Jesus? Join us for Open Line Monday with Fr. John Trigilio.

Catholic understanding of being "saved"? Calvinism and predestination? Older Catechisms still useful? Join us for Called to Communion with Dr. David Anders.

On today's Take 2 with jerry & Debbie our topic is: Whom or What Are You Praying For?

Good morning! On a special Summer best-of edition of the Son Rise Morning Show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell share some of their favorite interviews, including Fr. John Gavin on how Justin Martyr tells us about what Mass looked like in the early Church, and Br. Guy Consolmagno on connections between his work as an astronomer and the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Plus news, weather, sports, and more...

Tired of the ups and downs of the emotional roller coaster? We'll help you master your emotional life! Dr. Greg and Lisa will help you solve your problems with relevant, relatable and achievable tools and solutions straight from the genius of the Theology of the Body.

On today's episode, Johnnette and Jack Williams explore the delicate dynamic between parents and their young adult children. Listeners call in seeking advice on how to approach their children when they have drifted from the values they were raised with. Drawing from personal experience, Johnnette and Jack offer advice on how to communicate while respecting their independence. They emphasize the importance of prayer and maintaining a relationship rooted in grace.