Catholic Connection

Bishop Robert Barron talks about his film "Heaven in Stone & Glass", plus his appearance at the 2026 Grand Hotel Getaway. Donna Rice Hughes joins for internet safety month, and highlights Enough is Enough's offerings for parents. Nicholas Senz talks about the importance of choosing Catholic education in the age of AI. Plus, T's Two Sense talks putting down the devices, and the new Toy Story movie..and Steve Ray talks to us about Saints Peter and Paul!

Matt Swaim highlights tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN where you'll hear a raw conversation from a evangelical worship leader. Jonathan Strate, CEO of Ascension, talks the release of the Second Edition of The Liturgy of the Hours. Gail Buckley Barringer shares the Scripture Verse of the Week. Plus, T's Two Sense reviews today's Gospel Reading, and Deacon Kevin Cummings talks about the pro-life work of Deacons of Hope!

Peter Gagnon has the Inside Word on upcoming programming on EWTN. Fact Check Friday checks de-transitioning. Dr. Quentin Van Meter highlights the dangerous problems surrounding medical transitions. Plus, Tom Nash takes a look at his article "Return to the Natural Order" in Verdi Veritas.

Fr. Mitch visits for Cultural Connections to discuss his 50th anniversary of ordination, the plot on the White House UFC event, and more. Dr. Ray Guarendi talks about child well-being post pandemic, the Anthony case, parenting, etc. T's Two Sense takes a different look at the science of the Lord's Prayer in direct response to today's Gospel. Plus, Camille Pauley, co-founder of Healing the Culture, shares their resources for protecting the dignity of human life.

Teresa discusses a de-transitioning story of a woman who penned a letter to the doctor who performed her surgery. Shrines and Wonders looks Italy's Shrines and Wonders Vol. 2, available at EWTN RC dot com. Joan joins from Rome and talks Papal audience and more. Donna Rice-Hughes of Enough is Enough talks over navigating smart phone issues for parents and news of the banning of social media in the UK. Plus, Fr. Ignatius Schwietzer and Fr. Jesse Maingot have a conversation about Eucharistic adoration!

Dr. John A. Cuddeback visits in hour one to discuss "The Intentional Household...", reconnecting families through: shared work, true leisure, and the importance of multigenerational living. T's Two Sense looks at forgiveness and it's importance in our lives. Plus, Chris McCarthy talks about Adoration Sodality at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, and Nicholas Senz of the Kolbe Academy tells us why an authentic Catholic education is important in this age of A.I.

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home where you'll hear the story of from Hare Krishna to Catholic. Jennifer Roback Morse visits to talk about why Men Matter from her Substack that replaces pride month with a celebration of masculinity. Bill Donahue, president of the Catholic League talks New York City, plus how pride month is losing steam. Plus, Gail Buckley Barringer's Scripture Verse of the week, and T's Two Sense talks about St Francis' travels on the eve of her new book release from EWTN Publishing

Dr. Matthew Bunson visits to discuss the Consecration of the United States with Teresa. The Inside Word with Peter Gagnon, President of EWTN Studios looks ahead at EWTN programming. Greg and Julie Alexander of AlexanderHouse.org join for a monthly marriage encounter and discuss the decline of marriage. T's Two Sense is a listen to the homily from the Consecration, and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk discusses news about gene editing on the unborn.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. recounts and comments on his last 50 years on the eve of the 50th anniversary of his ordination. Jonathan Liedl of the National Catholic Register comments on politics in the pulpit. Steve Ray opens up the topic of 120 "Names" in the upper room. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at the Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Kimberly Bird joins with a monthly Live Action update. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us to Orvieto. Joan Lewis visits with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, Emily Jaminet talks about the Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and T's Two Sense looks at a piece on Vice President JD Vance and her Catholic Conversion.

Mary-Carmen Zakrajsek visits with an update on her experience with the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. David Jurcak of the Grand Hotel in Mackinac Island joins to talk about the 2026 Grand Hotel Getaway. Stephen Auth highlights EWTN's mini-series Visions of the Divine on the Eucharist in Art. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at report about the well-being of children…and Kelly Salomon with Newman Guide News discuss the Pope's message about the mission of Catholic education.

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from The Journey Home on EWTN tonight. Kevin Roberts, president at The Heritage Foundation, talks about US states shifting from "Pride Month" to focusing on the family in June. Tom Nash talks about Eucharistic Adoration, and Steven Hemler shares info about his new book for helping parents called "The Busy Parents Guide to the Catholic Faith". Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer and the Scripture Verse of the Week!

Peter Gagnon brings the Inside Word on EWTN Programming. Fact Check Friday looks at the new Papal Encyclical and how to use media wisely. John Paul Brissette previews the upcoming exhibit at Our Lady of Champion Shrine in Wisconsin. Dr. Ray Guarendi talks with Teresa about social media and it's impact on mental health. Plus, Fr. Mike Driscoll walks through his book "Angelic Answers..."

Fr. Mitch Pacwa discusses aliens and the Catholic Church. Fr. Peter John Cameron, OP, previews the upcoming 4th annual Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. Plus, Carrie Gress is in studio to talk about a guide for theology of home in anticipation of the United States Semiquincentennial!

Fr. Steven Arisman visits to talk about the Shrine of Augustine Tolton. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us through southern Umbria. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, T's Two Sense reflects on today's First Reading from 2 Timothy, and Matthew Estrade talks about a unique and upcoming pilgrimage for Catholic Aging Ministry

Fr. Ken Amadi, Director of Church Life Africa talks the partnership with Augustine Institute focused on forming lay Catholics in theological understanding and practical discipleship. Dr. John Cuddeback talks about why modern families feel disconnected and the importance of multigenerational living. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon and Dean Czarnetzky of Ave Maria School of Law, and T's Two Sense looks at the Gospel reading.

Sr. Joseph Andrew O.P. joins to talk vocations and the 2027 Good News Cruise. Dr. Katrina Furth highlights the updated Voyage of Life Website from the Charlotte Lozier Institute. Joe Helow discusses the Eucharistic presence and the feast of Corpus Christi. Plus, T's Two Sense talks the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Gail Buckley-Barringer joins for the Scripture Verse of the Week

The Inside Word with Peter Gagnon is a full schedule of upcoming programming and comments on EWTN working with the Vatican and the encyclical. John Paul Brissette previews the Shrine's the Catholic Saints of America Exhibit at Our Lady of Champion in Wisconsin. Fact Check Friday bring Humanae Vitae into the conversation with respect to St. John Paul VI on his feast day. T's Two Sense delivers the Gospel reading on the cursing of the fig tree, and Steve Ray bring us five facts about Mary!

Fr. Mitch Pacwa S.J. talks the Papal encyclical, Iran discussions, "walking around sense" and more. Autumn Christensen presents info about moms.gov from Health and Human Services and Her PLAN. Plus, T's Two Sense delivers Bishop Barron's thoughts on Magnifica humanitas. Michael New delivers news on telehealth abortions for the near future, and Fr. Timothy Nelson previews the centennial celebration of St. Mary Star of the Sea in Jackson , Michigan

Shrines and Wonders Wednesday visits the town of Chioggia. Tom Monaghan catches up with Teresa and talks Legatus and more. Joan Lewis checks in from the Vatican to talk about Magnifica Humanitas. Plus, T's Two Sense deep dives into why so many people are coming into the Church, and Dr. Matthew Bunson reviews Pope Leo's new encyclical with Teresa

Dr. Gabriel Martinez from Ave Maria U comments on Magnifica Humanitas and his free online "Pursuit of Wisdom" course. Fr. Brian Gannon from Courage International responds to the Group 9 report, and Fr. Mike Driscoll is our guest to talk over his book "Angelic Answers" available from Catholic Answers. Plus, Newman Guide News has Kelly Salomon and guest Dr. Stephen Hildebrand of Franciscan U comment on the new encyclical.

Archbishop Alexander Sample discusses the USCCB's Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Fr. John Hotze talks about the life and service of Fr. Emil Kapaun and updates his cause for canonization. Jason Shanks joins to talk about the One Nation Under God Pilgrimage and the 250,000 Holy Hours campaign. Plus, Sr. Dierdre Byrne...retired US Army Colonel, surgeon, Sister, and missionary!

Steve Ray explains the meaning of Pentecost. Fr. Leo Patalinghug joins to highlight his pilgrimage for non-Catholic social media influencers. Plus, T's Two Sense talks about the negativity bias and it's impact of everything in our lives.

Kimberly Bird is our guest for her monthly Live Action Update. Siobhan Fallon Hogan visits to talk the Catholics and Cappuccinos podcast. Ann Koshute of Springs of the Desert discusses options for parents who have infertility issues. Plus, Fr. Dave Tomasycki talks about Fulton J Sheen and thoughts on the influence of the devil.

Dr. Ray Guarendi talks about the dangers and impact of social media influence on our lives and how to navigate it. Shrines and Wonders is a visit to northwest Italy. Joan Lewis checks in from Rome with news from the Vatican as we look forward to Pope Leo's first encyclical. Fr. Conor Sullivan talks over the priestly psychological distress and how to help as a parishioner. Plus, Devin Schadt joins to discuss St. Joseph and how to mirror his role as a father.

Dr. Matthew Bunson is our guest in the first hour to comment on the Group 9 report, and looks at Pope Leo's upcoming encyclical. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon welcomes Fr. Charles Sikorsky to talk education for upcoming Catholic counselors. Plus, T's Two Sense and more!

Matt Swaim with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home. Chris McCarthy discusses adoration sodality at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament along with their upcoming young women's Eucharistic retreat. Domine Clemons talks about her journey and battle with cancer, and surrendering to God's will. Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer's Scripture Verse of the week, and T's Two Sense looks at how pilgrimages strengthen faith.

The Inside Word at EWTN with Peter Gagnon looks at the exciting lineup of EWTN programming on TV, Radio, and YouTube. We revisit an interview with Matt Lamb of the College Fix about med students in pro-life vs pro-choice states. Bishop Louis Tylka is our guest to discuss Fulton J Sheen and his upcoming beatification. Plus, Samantha Stevenson talks about her book "The Bellbind Letters" and how mothers get attacked by the demonic.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. talks about Medicare/Medicaid fraud, and issues with anti-Semitism in our age. Father Ignatius Schweitzer talks about Saints Francis and Dominic along with "A Mysticism of the Word in the World Symposium". Vanessa's Coach's Commentary reflects on the Feast of the Ascension with memories of her father. Plus, Jane VanHouten is in studio to discuss "Millions of Monicas", apostolate.

Greg and Julie Alexander of AlexanderHouse.org join for our Monthly Marriage Encounter to discuss the importance of marriage as a foundation to strengthen families. Joan Lewis checks in from D.C. to talk about her time here in America, and talks over Vatican News. Vanessa Denha-Garmo's Coach's Commentary talks being a mastermind on mission. Plus, Kelly Wahlquist talks Women in the New Evangelization, and Kimberly Henkel of Springs of Live highlight great opportunities in light of National Foster Care Month.

Emily Jaminet joins to talk about the upcoming Consecration of the United States on June 11th. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk looks over surrogacy and IVF, discussing the long term affect on children. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at the importance of happiness in our faith life, Newman Guide News welcomes Kelly Salomon and special guest Dr. Jonathan Sanford from the University of Dallas

Matt Swaim shares highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN, where the guest shares their background as a Seventh-Day Adventist. Jason Shanks talks over the One Nation Under God Pilgrimage and the 250,000 Holy Hours Campaign. Susan De Bartoli joins Teresa to talk Padre Pio, Mary Pyle, Italy and more. AND, Gail Buckley Barringer stops in her scripture verse of the week, while T's Two Sense look at the importance of traditions in the Faith.

Peter Gagnon, president of EWTN Studios joins Teresa to take a look at what audiences can anticipate in the coming weeks! Also, Fr. Gregory Pine & Rebecca Dougherty talk about their 20 day podcast in which they will read and give commentary on The Practice of the Presence of God, the book that Pope Leo XIV said shaped his spirituality.

Father Mitch Pacwa discusses the latest in the Middle-East on Cultural Connections. Dr. Monical Miller looks at the backlash that Shri Thanedar faces over dismissing the barbarity of abortion. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at how we overcome negativity and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk is our guest to talk surrogacy, IVF, and the long term effects it has on children.

Bill Donahue from the Catholic League talks the DOJ's new report on eradicating anti-Christian bias in federal government. Shrines and Wonders highlights the . Carrie Gress talks mothers as we approach Mother's Day, and Saints to look toward. Plus, T's Two Sense offers a look at today's Gospel and a favorite verse. Plus, Father Dave Fr. Dave Tomaszycki discusses how Venerable Fulton Sheen speaks about the influence of the devil.

Tim Graham of Newsbusters discusses Jimmy Kimmel's comments on Melania Trump as an "expectant widow". Joan Lewis joins to update us on the happening in Rome, and in her own domestic travels. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at literacy in a private school, and Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon and guest Bob Laird talk how to use the Newman Guide as a tool for kid's education.

Matt Swaim shares highlights from tonight's The Journey home on EWTN. Melissa Henson of Concerned Women for America talks about the detriment that comes with screen time for children. Kevin Wells is our guest in studio to discuss the influences of St. John Vianney on the family. Plus, T's Two Sense and Gail Buckley Barringer's scripture verse of the week!

Doug Keck gives us the Inside Word on EWTN programming. Fact check Friday looks over the problems of technology and it's impact on children. Plus Tish Mesngon and Laura Steiner highlight the Military Council of Catholic Women Conference: Live Fully in the Armor of God

Father Mitch Pacwa looks at the Middle-East and new developments with Israel and a "sort of" cease-fire. Gabrielle McIntyre from the Alliance Defending Freedom reports in on a Supreme Court Ruling in favor of the First Choice Lawsuit against Platkin. Joan Lewis is in studio for her segment this week to talk about her upcoming travels and her time at EWTN. Plus, Rev. Jim Harden discusses his pro-life work and the persecution that pro-life people endure today.

Dr. Edward Sri talks about the Mass in Month Podcast coming in May. Today's Shrines and Wonders walks us with St. Catherine of Siena. Plus, we revisit an interview with Bishop Michael Burbidge and Dr. Michael Horne about the Bishop's Pastoral Letter: The Divine Physician and a Christian Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing

Dave Uebbing informs on the Hawthorne Dominican lawsuit against the State of New York. Dr. George Delgado updates Heartbeat International's Defense of Abortion Pill Reversal, and Jonathan Saenz fill us in on a federal court updating the Texas law requiring display of the Ten Commandments. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon shares how commencement speakers at Newman Guide Colleges model fidelity, generosity, and hope.

Matt Swaim shares highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN. The Most Reverend Daniel Thomas, Bishop of the Diocese of Toledo OH, discusses his letter of support safeguarding women from chemical abortion. Plus, Matt Lamb talks pro life med student choices, and Kevin Brennan of Catholic Charities talks over their new ad campaign promoting volunteerism.