Practicing Catholic is a radio show collaboration between the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis and Relevant Radio 1330AM. www.practicingcatholicshow.com
How can Mary's faith inspire us to face fear and uncertainty with courage? Bishop Michael Izen shares powerful insights for families and disciples today. Plus, Pat Millea from the Martin Center for Integration offers hope and healing strategies for those coping with grief and trauma in our community.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
In this episode, Archbishop Bernard Hebda reflects on the Archdiocese's response to the tragic shooting at Annunciation Church and School in Minneapolis. Discover how faith, hope, and community provide comfort and leadership during times of grief and fear. The conversation addresses how to support children and families, improve safety, and find meaning in suffering through Catholic teaching. Plus, listen to Archbishop Hebda's heartfelt homily from the prayer service and reflections on healing through faith.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
How do we hear—and respond to—God's call in our lives? Archbishop Hebda reflects on saying “yes” to the Lord, even when fear and doubt stand in the way. Then, Dr. Kate Walsh Soucheray joins us with practical wisdom for weaving faith into family life as the back-to-school season begins.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Change is here—and it's a good one. Meet our new hosts, Leah Heselton and Fr. Tom Margevicius, as they share their hopes, hearts, and a few surprises in this special transition episode. Get to know their vision, their faith, and what they're bringing to the mic as they lead the conversation forward.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Before we move forward, we take a moment to look back. In this heartfelt segment, our former producers return to share favorite memories, lessons learned, and farewell messages as they pass the torch. It's a tribute to the voices behind the scenes who helped shape the journey.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
We celebrate the voice that helped shape the heart of the show. In this special farewell conversation, longtime host Patrick Conley reflects on his journey, shares favorite moments, and opens up about what's next. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Who shapes a child's faith? While parents play a central role, many young hearts are formed by a much wider circle: grandparents, godparents, mentors and spiritual elders. In this episode, Bishop Izen joins us to explore the quiet but powerful influence of these often-overlooked guides. As modern life pulls families apart, how can we rekindle their role in passing on the faith?Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What happens when a school is built around Christ—not just academics, but the formation of souls? In this episode, Dr. Gerlach, Headmaster of Chesterton Academy, joins us to reflect on a school year rooted in faith, virtue, and classical learning. From daily life in the classroom to the mission that shapes it all, we explore how Chesterton Academy is forming hearts and minds for Christ.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Sometimes, faith shows up in the most unexpected ways. For Marcus Roesler, a visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe sparked a journey back to the Church—and eventually led him to his wife, Jenna. In this episode, Marcus shares how devotion, love, and a little divine timing shaped their relationship, their growing family, and the Catholic community they're now building together.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
In a world chasing influence and recognition, what does it mean to live for an audience of One? Auxiliary Bishop Kevin Kenney joins us to explore how faith calls us into the unseen—where purpose is found not in applause, but in surrender.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
While many enjoy the warmth of summer, others face heat, hunger, and hardship. Mike Rios-Keating of Catholic Charities Twin Cities joins us to share how their summer programs meet urgent needs, where help is needed most, and how local parishes and advocacy efforts bring hope to our neighbors.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Change is constant, but it often leaves us feeling unsteady. How can we find peace when life feels uncertain? As Catholics, we're invited to root ourselves in Christ, our steady anchor in every storm. Lacy Apfelbeck joins the show to explore how faith can ground us through seasons of change and lead us to lasting peace.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis just marked 175 years, a milestone rich with faith, service, and resilience. Archbishop Bernard Hebda joins us to reflect on the Church's legacy, the evolution of the Catholic community, and what lies ahead for the next generation.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Love often asks more of us than we expect, especially in family life. Katie Steiner and Allison Johnson join us to talk about the highs and lows of sacrificial love, how it's shaped their motherhood, and what they've learned along the way.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Last week, we heard the unforgettable story of Father Zachary Ochsenbauer's ordination and the incredible woman who received his late mother's heart. In Part 2, reporter Dave Hrbacek returns to reflect on the lasting impact of that moment, what it meant to the family, the readers, and to him personally.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Fatherhood is one of the most powerful and impactful roles a man can have, shaping not only his own family but also reflecting deeper spiritual truths. Paul Wagner joins us to discuss what it means to be a father, not just in the everyday sense, but how we can mirror the love, guidance, and strength of our Heavenly Father in our own lives.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Why does The Sound of Music still captivate hearts decades later? Join us and movie expert Zach Jansen as we explore the film's enduring magic, its rich Catholic themes, and the powerful story of faith and vocation behind Maria's journeyLike what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
In Part 1 of this powerful two-part episode, Catholic Spirit reporter Dave Hrbacek shares the unforgettable story of Father Zachary Ochsenbauer. After losing his mother in a tragic accident at age six, Zachary never imagined that, two decades later, the woman who received her heart would be sitting in the pews at his ordination.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Loneliness is one of the most quietly painful struggles of our time. In this episode, Bishop Izen joins us to talk about why so many people, young and old, feel isolated even while constantly connected. Together, we explore how the Church can be a place of healing, real community, and deep human connection.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati will be canonized together this September and their stories continue to inspire people around the world. Fr. Joseph Bambenek joins us to explore who they were, why they matter, and how their lives point us toward holiness in today's world.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Feeling stuck or like you're not where you "should" be? You're not alone. Dr. Kate Walsh Soucheray joins us for a thoughtful conversation on flourishing from a Catholic perspective, how we grow through virtue, connection, and even suffering, and why it's never too late to begin.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What happens when creativity becomes a spiritual practice? In this episode, aspiring author Jacqueline Lucca shares how her writing journey is deeply intertwined with her faith. From facing the blank page to seeing God as the Divine Author, Jacqueline explores how storytelling can be both an act of imagination and a sacred space for encountering Christ.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Lacy Apfelbeck joins us to share how faith, nature, and community can bring healing to today's youth. Fresh from serving at Extreme Faith Camp, Lacy reflects on the power of unplugging, building Christ-centered connection, and supporting young hearts through her mental health ministry, Edge of the Red Sea.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Jesus called His disciples friends rather than servants, offering a powerful glimpse into how friendship can be a path to holiness. In this episode, Dr. Sarah Kostick returns to explore the beauty of virtuous friendship—how it draws us closer to God, strengthens our souls, and helps us grow in faith and virtue.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What does quiet, faithful service look like over 25 years?Anne Ricci has spent decades serving women and families through her work at Guiding Star Wakota, first as a volunteer and now as Director of Client Services. In this episode, she shares how her Catholic faith, motherhood, and commitment to the pro-life mission have shaped her work and touched countless liveLike what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Deacon Kris Ringwall joins us to talk about his journey with Laudato Si', how creation speaks to the soul, and how small steps of care can make a lasting impact.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
The University of Mary has launched the world's first Catholic Montessori Institute, combining Montessori education with Catholic faith. In this episode, JoAnn Schulzetenberg, the Institute's director, shares the inspiration behind this innovative initiative and its vision for transforming education worldwide.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Summer can challenge our spiritual discipline—but it's also a chance to renew and grow. Dr. Kathleen Soucheray guides us through embracing holiness with purpose, avoiding burnout, and finding true rest this season.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What does it mean to follow your conscience when everything is on the line? We're diving into A Man for All Seasons, the Oscar-winning film about Sir Thomas More's unwavering moral courage. Digital content producer Zach Jansen joins us to explore the movie's timeless themes of faith, conscience, and conviction.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
In this episode, host Patrick Conley and producer Rachael McCallum share voices and reflections from this year's Synod Assembly—highlighting the hopes, challenges, and discernment shaping the Church's path forward.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
This year's Synod Assembly brought together voices from across the Archdiocese, gathering in prayerful discernment to listen deeply to one another and to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It was a moment of shared hope, reflection, and vision for the future of our local Church. In this episode, Archbishop Hebda joins us to talk about the spirit and experience of this year's assembly.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Missed the Boat Theatre's Matchmaker blends comedy and Catholic values to explore timeless themes. Cast members Nikelle Morris and Steve Broszko join us to discuss the play, their roles, and the company's vision.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
When life doesn't go as planned and God feels distant, how do we hold on to faith? Bishop Kenney joins us to talk about wrestling with doubt, disappointment, and learning to trust God—even in the silence.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Summer's slower pace is the perfect time to grow in faith as a family. Bishop Izen joins us to share simple, meaningful ways to build spiritual connection at home and in your parish this season.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Are some vocations “holier” than others? Karen Hastreiter joins us to unpack how idealizing certain callings—like religious life or priesthood—can distort discernment, and how to seek God's will with peace, freedom, and clarity.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
In a world that often celebrates personal achievements and self-made success, it can be easy to forget that everything we have—our talents, our skills, and our opportunities—are gifts from God. Archbishop Bernard Hebda shares how we can use our unique gifts to glorify God and further his kingdom here on earth. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What does Jesus mean when he calls us to become like children? In this episode, Fr. Jim Livingston joins us to reflect on this powerful teaching from the Gospel of Matthew—and to explore how embracing childlike faith might just help us grow younger in spirit.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What does it mean to live authentically as daughters of Christ, embracing femininity as both a gift and a calling? In this episode, WCCO meteorologist Katie Steiner joins us to talk about showing up with courage, grace, and faith in everyday life.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
In this special May episode, Bishop Kenney joins to reflect on Mary's role as our spiritual mother—a source of guidance, comfort, and a model of faith. Discover how her presence leads us closer to Christ, the importance of Marian devotions, and how her humility and trust can inspire our daily lives.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Singleness is often seen as a waiting period—but what if it's a vocation in its own right? In this episode, Rachel Hastreider joins to explore the beauty and purpose of living fully in the present, even when the future feels uncertain. Through honest conversation and personal insight, she shares how to find peace, deepen trust in God, and embrace this season as a meaningful and grace-filled part of the journey.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Evangelization isn't just for clergy—it's a call for every Catholic. In this episode, Kathleen Soucheray unpacks the vital role of the lay apostolate, sharing how ordinary Catholics can powerfully witness to Christ through daily life, work, family, and community. From small acts of love to intentional evangelization, discover what it means to live as a lay apostle in today's world—and why the Church needs it now more than ever.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
The road to priesthood is rarely straight. In this episode, Deacons Randy Skeate and Steve Boatwright reflect on their journey to ordination—from the first stirrings of a call to the unexpected twists of seminary life. With honesty and humility, they share how God has led, stretched, and sustained them through discernment, doubt, and deepening faith.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What can fishing teach us about faith? As the season opens we're joined by Dave Hrbacek and Fr. Troy Przybilla to explore how fishing mirrors the spiritual life. From patience and trust to calling and renewal, they reflect on the ways nature—and fishing in particular—can reveal God's presence and deepen our walk with Him. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What's it like to witness a papal election from the heart of Rome? Fr. Colin Jones and seminarian Dominic Wolters share their firsthand experience of Habemus Papam—from the energy in the streets to the impact on their faith and formation. A unique, behind-the-scenes look at history unfolding—and how it shaped their call to serve the Church.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
In a world where the role of fathers is often overlooked, strong, faithful men are needed now more than ever. Join us as Bishop Izen unpacks the vital calling of fatherhood—both in the home and in the spiritual family. What does it mean to be a father in faith, and how can men grow into the leaders they're called to be?Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
What inspires someone to dedicate their life to the Church? In this episode, Deacon Alex Hall and Deacon Alex Marquette share their powerful journeys of discernment, the challenges they faced, and the faith it takes to say “yes” to God's call to the priesthood.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Every vocation begins with a call—but saying “yes” takes courage. In this episode, Deacon Benjamin Eichten and Deacon Zach Ochsenbauer share how they discerned God's voice, overcame doubts, and embraced the journey to the priesthood.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Easter Sunday has passed—but the resurrection isn't just a moment, it's a way of life. Bishop Kenney joins us to explore how we can carry Easter joy into our daily routines, even through hardship. From spiritual practices to personal stories, we dive into how the hope of the resurrection shapes everything we do.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
As the world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, we reflect on his powerful legacy of humility, mercy, and reform. Joann and Tom Schulzetenberg—who witnessed his election firsthand and lived in Rome during his papacy—join us to share personal stories and insights into a pope who changed the Church and touched the world.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
Artist Sheila McCallum shares how her sculptures—ranging from altars to statues—help create spaces where people encounter God. In this conversation, she reflects on her faith, creative process, and the vital role sacred art plays in the life of the Church today.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
The passing of Pope Francis marks a profound moment in the life of the Church. In this episode, we're joined by Archbishop Bernard Hebda to reflect on Pope Francis's legacy and what it means for the Church moving forward. From his global impact to his message of mercy and encounter, Archbishop Hebda shares his thoughts on the pope's lasting influence, the spiritual call in this time of transition, and what the faithful can expect as the Church looks to the future.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook Instagram YouTube
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