Catholic Connection

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.

Tim Graham of Newsbusters stops in to discuss the current situation in Minneapolis. Sr. Charity and Sr. Mary Hostia visit to highlight the upcoming 4th Annual Life Fest and how to inspire the pro-life community. Greg and Julie Alexander share great thoughts on their Monthly Marriage Encounter segment. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon!

Marcus Grodi visits to talk about his new book "Finding Contentment". Matt Swaim visits with highlights from this week's The Journey Home. Carolyn Klika Catina discusses how to build a new life workshop. Plus, Dr. Matthew Bunson reviews the Jubilee Year, and Penny Nancy of Concerned Women for America looks over a new study about Netflix shows targeting preschoolers with LGBTQ content.

Attorney Suzanne Beecher of ADF discuss the current situation with the Supreme Court, gender ideology and women's sports. Fact Check Friday continues with more on the Court's activities. Daniel Bielinski, Catholic director and writer, talks about the new movie "Hazel's Heart". Plus, Conor Dugan joins to talk about balancing life as Catholic attorney.

Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa looks over the current happening in Minneapolis. Jason Every joins to update us on his son's recent health scare and talks about the Good News Cruise! Plus, Dr. Carrie Gress talks about her newest book "Something WIcked" and Father Ben Cameron visits to discuss the importance of healing after abortion.

Steve Ray visits to finish up the 3 part series on The Baptism of the Lord. Shrines and Wonders walks with St. Francis through Assisi, and talk with Joan Lewis live from Vatican City. Plus, Dr. Jason Baxter sits down in the second hour to talk why literature and pilgrimage is important to the Faith, and previews an upcoming film "The Way of St. Cuthbert" that premiers Saturday night at 10ET on EWTN Television!

Father John Riccardo, Mary Guilfoyle, and Albert Faraj join Teresa to preview the upcoming Jesus Conference (Mobilizing the Church for the World) in Michigan. Plus, Newman Guide News reports LIVE from the Supreme Court as Bob Laird and athlete Mary Pennefather talk about the oral arguments being heard to save women's sports.

Matt Swaim stops in to share highlights from The Journey Home on EWTN TV! Steve Ray visits to talk about the Baptism of the Lord (part 2 of 3). Gail Buckely-Barringer bring us the scripture verse of the week. Plus, actor Tanner Kalina of the EWTN Series James the Less stops to talk about this great show!

Doug Keck joins with the Inside Word at EWTN. Steve Ray stops by to walk us through the Baptism of the Lord (part 1 of a 3 part series). Dr. George Delgado updates us on abortion pill reversal, and his meeting with Pope Leo XIV. Plus, T's Two Sense looks over todays Gospel Reading, and in Fact Check Friday a look at the fullness of truth within the Church.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa joins for his Cultural Connection segments to discuss the latest from Minneapolis and more. Marcus Grodi visits to talk about his book "Learning Contentment" and how it applies to the present. Plus, Matt Lamb stops by to discuss rhetoric happening on college campuses, and a new proposed bill that would punish priests who refuse to violate the seal of confession.

Penny Nance of Concerned Women for America discusses a new study about a Netflix show that exposes preschoolers to LGBTQ content. Plus, a walk through Assisi with T during Shrines and Wonders Wednesday. Joan Lewis joins from Rome with her experience during the closing of the holy door. Also, a look at "Pray: The Father Patrick Peyton Story" with Father David Guffy and the film's producer Megan Harrington.

Dr. Matthew Bunson joins to look back on the Jubilee Year in the Church. Newman Guide News looks over the Seek conference and what young people need to hear in today's climate. Plus, Teresa talks about approaching the new year spiritually.

Matt Swaim talks about tonight's guest on the Journey Home. Bill Donahue from the Catholic League weighs in on Maduro and Mamdani, and Gail Buckley Barringer brings us the Bible Scripture verse for the week!

Doug Keck stops by to highlight the Inside Word at EWTN with upcoming programming on EWTN TV and Radio. Fact Check Friday gives a glimpse at a couple of films this holiday season, and Steve Ray stops by to report in on his pilgrimage to Bethlehem!

Join Teresa Tomeo for a best of Catholic Connection. A visit with Bishop Kevin Rhoades as she discusses the consecration of the U.S. to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 2026. Fr. Rich Kunst and Molly LItecky stop in to highlight the Mall of America's exhibit of Papal artifacts. Also, Leah Jacobson talks the beauty of navigating society as a Catholic Woman, and Devin Schadt talks rules to allow fathers to live holy lives.

Dr. Jennifer Bryson visits to discuss her translation of Ida Gorres' "Bread Grows in Winter" and how it matters today with seeking depth and spiritual renewal. Shrines and Wonders offers a look at Italy on New Years Eve, and Joan Lewis joins to discuss the latest happening in Rome. Plus, Ambassador Michele Bowe joins to talk about the status of the Holy Family Hospital in Bethlehem.

Krisanne Murphy of the Catholic Mobilizing Network discusses the death penalty and how Catholic's view it despite the Catechism's teachings. Vinny Flynn joins Teresa to talk about his new book "A Year with Divine Mercy". Plus, Newman Guide News with special guest Patrick Reilly.

Dr. Ray Guarendi joins Teresa to talk over a new study that shows the dangers of kids with cell phones, a Federal ruling that allows Michigan therapists to counsel those who claim to be transgender, and how to handle family during the holidays. Plus, Mary Rice Hasson joins to talk about new HHS restrictions announced regarding "sex-rejecting procedures" on minors...Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer's Scripture Verse of the Week

Visit with Steve Ray as he walks us through what the child Jesus saw from the manger! Plus, Sister Theres Tran discusses the importance of taking care of our mental health in this season, and how to approach it from a spiritual perspective.

A look at the exciting 2026 Rising from the Ashes Revival in Detroit, Michigan with special guests: Father John Riccardo, Chuck Gaidica, and Father Joe Mallia. Plus, T remembers some of her favorite Christmas movies in her Two Sense segment, and Newman Guide News looks over the top stories of 2025 when it comes to Catholic education.

Father Tad Pacholczyk joins to discuss the importance of Church teaching on IVF and how knowledge changed everything in this important issue. Gail Buckley-Barringer shares her Scripture Verse of the Week out of the Gospel of Luke, and talks the importance of faithful in very little and much. Plus, a conversation with Fr. Rich Kunst and Molly Litecky about the largest collection of Papal artifacts outside of Rome at the Mall of America!

Doug Keck stops by with the Inside Word at EWTN, including wonderful Christmas programs coming up! Greg and July Alexander of AlexanderHouse.org talk best practices for your marriage this season. Also, Donna Rice Hughes joins to talk about Australia's new initiative to keep kids safe when it comes to social media.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. visits for his Cultural Connections segments. Plus, former Planned Parenthood employee and whistleblower Mayra Rodriguez is our guest as she talks expansion of pro-woman birthing centers.

Kimberly Bird joins to discuss the controversy surrounding the book "Abortion is Everything". Joan Lewis joins with the latest from the Vatican and Rome. Plus, hear how young people are evangelizing through classical music with Spencer Mcintosh, Jacob Beranek and Christa Dalmazio. Teresa also walks you through Italy in the Shrines and Wonders segment, and gives the Pope's tips for a great Advent!

Stacy A. Trasancos (Ph. D) stops by to talk IVF, and how it is not the answer for procreation. Professor Roy Schoeman is our guest to discuss the Australian Bondi Beach shooting. Newman Guide News features Tim Collins and Walsh University, along with Kelly Salomon with her weekly segment. T's Two Sense has some exciting news about St. Francis and an upcoming pilgrimage!

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN! Roxane Salonen visits to discuss her new book about Flannery O'Connor. Plus, Mary Kellett shares how to help families of children with disabilities and shares the story of her child with Trisomy 18...and Gail Buckley-Barringer joins with her scripture verse of the week!

Doug Keck visits with the Inside Word at EWTN. Fact Check Friday takes a look at Australia's new ban on social media. Steve Ray stops by to examine Our Lady of Guadalupe on Her feast day. Plus, Kay Trattles visits to share about her wonderful mission at Mary's Village, which helps pregnant women change their lives.

Fr Mitch Pacwa visits for his weekly Cultural Connections segment to discuss his recent travels to the middle east. Alissa Golob tells her frightening findings after going undercover in Canadian abortion facilities. T's Two Sense offers a look at Teresa's favorite Christmas films. Plus, Dr. Pia de Solenni stops by to discuss the Petrocchi Commission's findings on the use of female deacons.

Father Mark-Mary Ames visits and shares about his book "Eight Promises of God" and how it relates to the Advent season. Joan Lewis stops by with news from the Vatican, and Teresa walks us through Italy in the Shrines and Wonders segment. Plus, Edward Morse and Dan Daly join to highlight the new documentary on Father Flanagan and Boys Town airing on EWTN TV!

Father Wayne Sattler visits to talk about viewing God as a person instead of just an idea, especially in the time of Advent. Plus, in T's Two Sense, she shares a story of an opportunity to defend the Faith! Also, Kelly Salomon visits for her weekly Newman Guide News segment!

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN! Steve Ray visits to talk over the Immaculate Conception and Guadalupe. Plus, James Diroff of World Priest talks about their mission and work, and Devin Schadt stops by and shares some incredible information about the importance of a father as a spiritual leader.

Steve Ray visits and shares a unique view on purgatory. Terry Poplava stops by to discuss research on the Just Jesus and Me trend. Plus, Mike Fulmter talks about deepening your faith with the teaching of the Fourth Cup, and Jason Evert shares meditations on human love from St. John Paul II

Today Teresa Tomeo chats with Anthony DeStefano about his New Book "The Sparrow Who Fell to the Ground" and Leah Jacobson from the Women's & Gender Studies at the Nestli Center for Faith & Culture in Houston joins in to tell us about a 2 day winter symposium on the topic "The Beauty of Truth: Navigating Society Today as a Catholic Woman"

Today Teresa Tomeo welcomes Fr. Mike Schmitz to talk about Waiting Well during Advent and Joan Lewis stops by to talk about Vatican News . Also , Abby Johnson talks to Teresa about current Pro-Life Issues.

Today Teresea Tomeo talks with Thom Price, Director of Programming for EWTN Radio, lets listeners in on all the great EWTN Radio Advent Programming! The Most Reverend Kevin Rhoades, bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Indiana, shares news of the planned 2026 consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Also Kelly Salomon from The Cardinal Newman Society joins in to break open Hi's & Low's in the Catholic Church.

Matt Swaim gives a sneak peek at tonight's episode of “The Journey Home”. Gail Buckley Barringer shares the Scripture Verse of the Week.

Bishop Athanasius Schneider visits to discuss martyrdom and his book "No Greater Love". Ken Ogorek stops in to talk Year A of Breaking the Break, A Biblical Devotional for Catholics. Plus, Fr Gregory Pine talks about our Eucharistic identity, and Dr George Delgado discusses abortion pill reversal.

Dr. Ray Guarendi with tips for dealing with family during the holidays. Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe joins with Advent Reflections from EWTN. Plus, Dr. Tim Gray talks about the Good News Cruise, and Fr. Wayne Sattler talks about thinking about God as a person and not an idea.