Catholic Connection

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN TV and Radio. Father Jeffrey Kirby visits for his weekly series during Lent. Plus, Vanessa Denha-Garmo shares her Coach's Commentary...and Sr. Emma Maria Rueda and Sr. Amanda Davis visit to talk about the Marian charism of the Servants of the Pierced Hearts

Doug Keck stops by to share what's happening on EWTN. Heather Martin, founder of the English Mass in Assisi shares her journey. T's Two Sense previews the importance of meals together as family, as we dovetail into the story of a University of Florida student who found the Faith through a program called Mass and a Meal.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa visits who talks over the issues in the Middle East as Easter approaches, and talks about his homily on the Feast of St. Joseph. Michael New joins with an update from the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast, and updates information about more Americans who feel abortion should be illegal. Plus, Joe Domina talks over his walk across he United States to pray and visit shrines.

Robert Royal joins Teresa to discuss living courageously under religious oppression in today's world. Joan Lewis reports in with the latest from Rome and the Vatican. Plus, Andrew Laubacher is our guest to discuss the Digital Detox Wellness Program from Humanality.

Dr. J. Budziszewski visits to talk about his book "Pandemic of Lunacy". Greg and Julie Alexander stop by for our monthly marriage encounter. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at the life of St. Patrick, and Newman Guide News welcomes Kelly Salomon and Dr. William Fahey from St. Thomas More College

Journey Home Highlights with Matt Swaim looks at tonight's show on EWTN. Father Jeffrey Kirby continues to visit for his weekly series of Lenten reflections. Gail Buckley-Barringer joins with her scripture verse of the week. Plus, T's Two Sense features an American couple's experience in Assisi, and Grattan Brown discusses the Shroud of Turin exhibit that runs from now until Easter Sunday at the Saint John Paul II National Shrine

Doug Keck stops by with a preview of upcoming programming on EWTN. Teresa looks at Assisi events in Fact Check Friday. Pete Burak joins to talk about the mission of Renewal Ministries, and courageously and boldly living the life God is calling men to lead

Teresa stops in from her pilgrimage to Assisi to talk about her experiences. Father Mitch Pacwa joins for his Cultural Connections segments, and Father Bill Casey discusses how to have a Holy Lent! Plus, Vanessa Denha-Garmo's Coach's Commentary looks more into carrying Jesus with you to work, and Sister Orianne Pietra Rene talks over their 3rd annual Lenten sponsorship campaign.

Steve Ray walks us through what Jesus saw in the wilderness. Joan Lewis stops in to give the latest from Rome and Vatican news. Plus, Coach's commentary talks brining Jesus to work, and Gary Michuta is our guest to discuss his newest book "Messiah: Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled in Christ"

Paul Jonna, Legal Counsel for the Thomas More Institute, talks over a win for parental rights after a ruling from SCOTUS on California's secret gender transition regime. Fr. Paul Sullins visits to discuss findings about same-sex parents vs biological parents. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon!

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from this week's Journey Home. Fr. Jeffrey Kirby visits with part 3 of his Lenten series. Gail Buckley-Barringer shares her scripture verse of the week. Plus, Father Jim Sullivan stops by to parallel his journey as a builder with his journey as a priest.

Teresa talks with Andrea Trudden of Heartbeat International and Margaret "Peggy" Hartshorn about the sharp contrast of legacies in the battle of life vs death. Chris Woolsey of Angel Studios stops by to discuss upcoming projects. Plus, Siobhan Fallon-Hogan talks with T about the EWTN Podcast Catholics and Cappuccinos!

Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. looks at the life and legacy of Lou Holtz who has passed, plus perspective on the situation in Iran. We dovetail the Iranian conflict conversation with John Hale (president of Corporate Travel), and look and navigating travel at this time. Plus, Donna Rice Hughes gives an update of big tech on trial.

Brian O'Neel visits and talks to Teresa about how to journey through history to the final resting places of the world's most revered holy figures at SaintsTombs.com - Shrines and Wonders Wednesday looks at the advantage of a tour group while travelling, and Joan Lewis joins with the latest from the Vatican, Rome and more. Plus, Dr. Matthew Bunson joins to talk culture and the Catholic Church!

Bill Donahue talks about his new book "Catholics in the Crosshairs" and touches on the situation with Iran and more. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon and guest John Sherman in the EWTN Radio Extra hour.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa, an expert on the Middle East joins us, Gail Buckley with the Scripture Verse of the week, Fr. Jeffrey Kirby continues his Lenten series, and Dr. Gratton Brown talks about the new Shroud of Turin exhibit at the John Paul II Museum!

Join Doug Keck for the Inside Word on EWTN programming. John Sherman visits to talk over the recent reversal of the Notre Dame appointment of a pro-life professor. Kimberly Bird of Live Action stops by to talk about the importance of Human Development Education. Plus, Amanda Zurface talks over the cause of canonization for Anella Zervas...and T's Two Sense looks at commentary from the FCC Chair on the media.

Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa looks at Lent, and also the situation with Iran. Plus, Greg and Julie Alexander join for our monthly marriage encounter, and Patti Armstrong McGuire visits to discuss her new book, "Michelle Duppong: Hope in the Depths of Suffering!

Dr. Thomas Harmon talks about a million dollar grant to strengthen Catholic engagement in America civil life. Dr. Matthew Bunson and Fr. Thomas Petri highlight the La Dolce Fede: In the Footsteps of the Pope's pilgrimage with T. Joan Lewis check in from Assisi and shares her experience with St. Francis' relics. Plus, Dr. Scott Hefelfinger from the Augustine Institute shares about a new retreat style Lenten series.

Teresa chats with Siobhan Fallon Hogan, host of the new EWTN podcast "Catholics & Cappuccinos." Plus Fr. Tad Pacholczyk, T's Two Sense, and Kelly Salomen and Dr. Denise Donohue with Newman Guide News!

Matt Swaim with a look at tonight's Journey Home, Gail Buckley Barringer with the Bible Verse of the Week, Fr. Jeffrey Kirby talks about Lent, and Fr. Thomas Morrow discusses marriage and respect

Doug Keck with the Inside Word.  Steve Ray takes the Chair of St Peter.  Adam Wright talks about the fruitfulness of his cancer battle, and Tanner Kalina highlights a new initiative for kids called Pillars of Faith.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. joins for his Cultural Connections segment to talk about Lent. Chris Woolsey from Angel Studios stops by to talk about the exciting projects and films to come for 2026. Plus, Fr. Columba Jordan visits to discuss "Crux: A Lenten Journey of Surrender".

Fr. Sammie Maletta discusses his book "Be Disciples, Make Disciples". Shrines and Wonders looks at the life of St. Francis and events this year. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, A Tale of Two Margarets - comparing Margaret Hartshorn and Margaret Sanger. T's Two Sense looks at Ash Wednesday and Lenten Meditations from Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe

Fr. Cedric Pisegna stops by to talk about "Your Best Lent Ever". Peter Carter, co-author of "The Song of the Lamb: Sacred Music and the Heavenly Liturgy" talks about the spiritually rich tradition of Catholic sacred music. Plus, Newman Guide with Kelly Salomon and Vanessa's Coach's Commentary in the 2nd hour!

Matt Swaim stops by with highlights from tonight's Journey Home on EWTN. Matt Paolelli of Real Life Catholic visits to talk about the Lenten Phone Fast. Plus, Father Joseph Mary joins to discuss Lenten Reflecions for this year, and Vanessa talks about taking your faith to work with them in her Coach's Commentary!

Matt Maher visits with Teresa from the Good News Cruise. Scott Smith talks about "33 Days to the Holy Family: Consecration to Jesus, Mary, and Joseph". Voice-actor Brian Stivale joins Teresa to talk about his role as Samuel in the animated film DAVID. Chris McCarthy talks about adoration sodality at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Hanceville, Alabama. Plus, Jason Baxter talks about the importance of literature to the faith, and how a pilgrimage helps develop your faith.

Father Mike Schmitz joins Teresa to talk about the Good News Cruise. We revisit an interview with Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse from the Ruth Institute about LGBTQ programming that's accessible to small children. Dr Kevin Roberts from the Heritage Foundation shares a report on what the US can do to help save the family. Plus, Florencia Moynihan on women's heath, Jason Shanks shares a Revival Impact Report, and Katie Zulanas of the Couple to Couple League share info about the Peak Day App.

Dr. Matthew Bunson joins Teresa on deck and talks the power of praise with fellow believers. Vanessa Denha-Garmo breaks down some of the great experience from the cruise, and Katie McGrady joins to talk evangelization in media. Plus, Giancarlo Bernini (Catholic magician) talks who he uses his talent to evangelize the faith. In hour 2: Matt Maher visits to talk music, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers and Fr. Patrick Setto also join!

Teresa talks with Fr. Frankie Cicero from the deck of the ship on the Good News Cruise. We revisit an interview with Bishop David L. Ricken about the opening of the cause for Sainthood for Adele Brice. Stephen Henley, president of Legatus, shares info about Archbishop's Gomez special award. Jason Evert previews the 2027 Good News Cruise. Plus, Penny Nance shares important info for parents of toddlers, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon and more!

Live from the 2026 Good News Cruise! Teresa talks with John Hale of Corporate Travel, Fr. Leo Patalinghug, Chuck Gaidica, Steve Ray, Liz Lev, Dr. Thomas Williams, Bishop Robert McClory and Fr. David Pivonka!

Kevin Matthews visits to discuss the film "Broken Mary" and his mission that follows. Suzanne Beecher from ADF talks gender ideology in women's sports. Plus, Macy Petty of Conservative Women for America gives her perspective as a a female athlete who competed against trans-identifying males participating in women's sports.

Father Mitch talks Cultural Connections. Adam Wright of Covenant Radio talks about his cancer journey and how God amazingly spoke through it. Plus, the voice of the prophet Samuel in the movie "David", and T's Two Sense talks over the transgender ideology that is pushed on us.

Kelsey Reinhardt of CatholicVote highlights their new digital platform https://zeale.co/ Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us to Turin for the Olympics, as they'll be surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk visits to look at a news story regarding an IVF pregnancy mixup. Also, Valencia Moynihan previews her book " God; book, Made Good: Overcoming the Lies that Keep Women at War with their Bodies "

Bishop David Ricken joins to discuss the news of the opening cause for the Canonization of Adele Brice. Chris McCarthy of the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Hanceville, AL talks about Adoration Sodality Days at the Shrine. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon!

Matt Swaim previews the upcoming episode The Journey Home feat. a former Methodist and agnostic. Steve Ray walks us through the Presentation of Our Lord. Michael New joins to look back on the March for Life, and promoting life issues in D.C. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at today's readings and how they relate to Jelly Roll's emphatic and spiritual speech at the Grammy Awards, Gail Buckley-Barringer shares her Scripture Verse of the Week. Plus, a bonus as we hear the final homily of Archbishop Dolan from St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York.

Doug Keck with the Inside Word on EWTN programming. Patti Maguire Armstrong visits to talk about why it's great to be Catholic! Plus, Michael Ortner joins during Catholic Schools Week to highlight the Catholic Schools Playbook, and T's Two Sense talks about faith in film, music, and media.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa S.J. stops in for his weekly Cultural Connections segment where he comments on the ongoing situation in Minnesota. Jason Shanks reports on the the UCSSB's report on Revival Impact. Tanner Kalina is our guest in the 2nd hour and talks with Teresa on Ascension's Pillars of Faith curriculum for children. Plus, T's Two Sense looks over a report that says legalizing same sex marriage has threatened children's rights.

Kimberly Bird from Live Action follows up the 2026 March for Life. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us through Assisi. Joan Lewis visits from Rome with the latest from Vatican City. Plus, Andrew Kubick talks about the ethics of life, and Two Sense looks over the real rights of women.

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse reviews the March for Life and issues for life. Scott Smith stops by to discuss the book "33 Day Consecration to the Holy Family". President of March for Life Jennie Bradley reflects on the March for Life and the concerns that follow the Pro-Life Movement. Plus, T's Two Sense helps expose Planned Parenthood with a video from Live Action...and Kelly Salomon brings us Newman Guide News on Catholic Schools Week!

Father MItch Pacwa visits for his Cultural Connections segment to discuss the activists who entered a church in St. Paul, MN. Peter Gagnon, President of EWTN Studios, stops by to discuss EWTN's coverage of this years March for Life, and looks back on Marches from the past. Plus, Macy Petty of Concerned Women for America shares her perspective on transgender athletes in sports, as a former NCAA athlete.

Father Joseph Mary Wolfe visits to talk about the Year of St. Francis. John Hale of Corporate Travel reveals this year's Grand Getaways special guest! Joan Lewis check in with Vatican News from Rome. Plus, Katie Zulanas of The Couple to Couple League shares about the PeakDay app, a safe alternative for natural fertility apps.