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Join David and Brenda weekdays from 7 – 9 a.m. as they share interviews, music, news and prayers. Whether you’re in the car, at home getting ready for the day – or already at work – there’s no better way to start your day. Produced at the studios of Mater

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    May 1: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 119:42


    It's the Feast Day of St. Joseph the Worker. Hear the story of why this feast was added to the Church Calendar in 1955. Plus, a big announcement on the next Executive Director at Mater Dei Radio. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    A Vocation Story: Mauricio Duran

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 20:34


    Hear the story of how God lead seminarian, Mauricio Duran, to discern his vocation. Mauricio shares how his journey is aided by the work of the Seminary Tea.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    The Presence of Christ in the Eucharist for Children

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 9:07


    Anthony DeStefano helps parents teach children the doctrine of The Catholic Church in his new book, "From Bread and Wine to Saints Divine".More information can be found on Anthony's webpage.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 30: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 119:45


    Who are the U.S. Cardinals that will vote in the conclave? Brenda and Brian have the list plus the latest news from the Vatican. Start your day with The Morning Blend on Mater Dei Radio.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    American Catholic History: Cora Evans

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 9:11


    Time for another American Catholic History lesson from Tom and Noelle Crowe. Today hear about the life of Cora Evans.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Spring Events at Chesterton Academy: Rolando Moreno

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 10:02


    The Executive Director at Chesterton Academy of the Willamette Valley, Rolando Moreno, joins The Morning Blend with details on end of school year events.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Easter Mercy with Fr. Dan Pattee, T.O.R.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 22:43


    Join Franciscan Friar Father Dan Pattee, T.O.R. as he speaks about the passing of Pope Francis and reflects upon the ways the Papacy of Pope Francis resembled the life of Saint Francis and Franciscan Spirituality. Fr. Dan also speaks about the gift of Divine Mercy we celebrate duringthe Easter Season.For morehttps://www.shrineofdivinemercy.org/what-divine-mercy-messagehttps://olpretreat.org/summer-institute-registerSubscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 29: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 119:45


    Today is the feast of St. Catherine of Siena, Doctor of the Church. Brenda and Brian talk more about this bold defender of the pope and all the latest news from the Vatican.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Homily Highlight from Fr. Richard Paparini

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 10:37


    Today's Homily Highlight is by Fr. Richard Paparini who was filling in at St. Cecelia's Catholic Church in Beaverton.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Tech Tuesday with Sarah Kuenzi

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 10:14


    Sarah Kuenzi tells you about this week's Parish of the week. Plus, get highlights on all the events on the Community Calendar.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Knights of Columbus Oregon State Convention

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 10:07


    Ken Anderson is on The Morning Blend with a preview of the upcoming Knights of Columbus Oregon State Convention. Knights of Columbus.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 28: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 119:45


    Brenda and Brian are on the air this morning to start your week. Pope Francis' funeral was on Saturday and the Morning Blend team share some of the details. Plus, a date has been set for the conclave. Get all the information on Mater Dei Radio.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Spiritual Mentor for Women with Julie Onderko

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 18:07


    An amazing opportunity for women in their 2nd half of life. Julie Onderko share information on spiritual mentorship online.More information can be found on her webpage.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Dr. Scott French: 7 Last Words

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 9:01


    Brian continues his discussion with Dr. Scott French from the Magis Center on the 7 last words of Jesus.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Celebrating 100 Years at St. Augustine in Lincoln City

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 10:18


    St. Augustine in Lincoln City is celebrating 100 years, and they are Mater Dei Radio's Parish of the Week! Celeste O'Brian and Diana Bates, dedicated parishioners and leaders of the Finance and Pastoral Councils, join the Morning Blend to tell us about this celebration and this weekend's big Mission event.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 24: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 119:45


    Start your Easter Thursday morning with The Morning Blend. Brenda and Brian have the latest news, sports and interviews important to you. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    American Catholic History: Bishop Charles John Seghers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 9:00


    On today's lesson on American Catholic History, Tom and Noelle Crow introduce you to Bishop Charles John Seghers.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Hungry for Belonging: L'Arche Portland

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 23:45


    Meet classical singer, author and director Janet Marie Chvatal as she shares insights on an upcoming fundraiser for L'Arche Portland, Hungry for Belonging. Discover a compassionate ministry that fosters meaningful connections between people with and without intellectual disabilities and learn how you can support this mission of mercy.For more: www.larche-portland.org.info@larch-portland.orghttps://beccaboston.net/https://wmpaulyoung.com/Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Market Volatility: Ashley Micciche

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 8:40


    What is the best way to secure your retirement investments to ride the highs and lows of the market. Ashley Micciche, from True North Retirement Advisors, has some advise.True North Retirement Advisors.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 23: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 119:45


    Start your day with The Morning Blend on the Feast of St. George. Brenda and Brian have the latest updates from Rome as preparations are underway for the funeral of Pope Francis.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Vincent Ambrosetti: Mission in Lincoln City

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 10:12


    Take a trip to Lincoln City and the parish of St. Augustine for a special parish mission with Vincent Ambrosetti.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Funeral Rite for a Pope with Fr. Randy Hoang

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 23:25


    Fr. Randy Hoang from the Office of Divine Worship joins Brenda to share details of the "Sede Vacante" and the funeral rite for the burial of Pope Francis.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Website Wednesday with Sarah Kuenzi

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 9:27


    When you go on vacation to the Oregon coast, remember to bring your faith with you. This week Mater Dei Radio heads west to highlight our Parish of the Week. Sarah Kuenzi has the announcement.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 22: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 119:45


    The Morning Blend team is back live today and honors the life of Pope Francis. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Homily Highlight from Fr. Tim Furlow

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 10:02


    Today's Easter Sunday Homily Highlight is from Fr. Tim Furlow, Pastor at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Portland.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    The Legacy of Pope Francis with Bishop Peter Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 18:06


    Bishop Peter Smith, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Portland, joins The Morning Blend to share his memories and legacy of Pope Francis.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Chesterton Men's Night and the Story of Lepanto

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 9:40


    All men 18 years and older are invited to a special night of fellowship and listen to special guest, Christopher Check, President of Catholic Answers.More information can be found on their webpage.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 16: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 119:45


    Start your day with The Morning Blend. Brenda and Brian discuss why today is known as Spy Wednesday. Plus, The Vatican has announced who will celebrate the special Holy Week events and liturgies this Easter Season. Get caught up on all the latest news with Mater Dei Radio.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Remembering Fr. John Topper

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 8:44


    Servite priest and former Director of the Grotto, Fr. Jack, passed away April 12. Christ Blanchard joins The Morning Blend to share his legacy.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    American Catholic History: Fr. Leo

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 9:53


    Tom and Noelle Crowe share the story of Fr. Leo Heinrichs, American martyr.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Holy Week at Our Lady of Peace Retreat

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 10:07


    Sr. Anne Marie Warren from Our Lady of Peace Retreat in Beaverton shares how the sisters are preparing for the Easter celebration. She also give and update on the Summer Institute.More information can be found on their webpage.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Healthy Food Choices with Ivonne Heath

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 10:52


    Ivonne Heath joins The Morning Blend with tips as you sit down for Easter dinner. Find out how you can make good food choices and avoid eating too much candy from the basket.Healthy Living with Ivonne.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 15: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 119:44


    It's Tax Day on The Morning Blend. Brenda and Brian remind you to get your paperwork filed and start your day with Mater Dei Radio.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Seminary Tea with Judy Winczewski

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 20:34


    With many years dedicated to service in the Archdiocese of Portland Judy Winczewski is the Chair of this year's Seminary Tea. She joins Pat to explain this long legacy of support for the seminarians of the Archdiocese of Portland.Seminary Tea Committee.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Homily Highlight from Fr. Mark Bentz

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 8:34


    Today's Homily Highlight is from Fr. Mark Bentz, pastor at St. Alice Catholic Church in Springfield.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 14: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 119:45


    Start your Holy Week with The Morning Blend. Brenda and Brian recap last week's Sharathon and have the latest news and sports.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    The 7 Last Words of Jesus: Magis Center Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 9:00


    Dr. Scott French from the Magis Center begins this Holy Week with a discussion on the 7 Last Words of Jesus.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Easter Hope with Fr. Dan Pattee

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 18:17


    Franciscan Friar Father Dan Pattee, TOR, discusses God's plan of salvation as we take a closer look at Holy Week and the Easter Vigil. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 4: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 119:45


    Get a jump start on the weekend with The Morning Blend. Someone at Mater Dei Radio got into the cookie jar before our Spring Sharathon. Find out who that is plus all the latest news to start your day.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Holy Oil for the Year: Fr. Randy Hoang

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 18:49


    The community is invited to a special liturgy where the Holy Oils will be blessed. The Chrism Mass is on Monday, April 14 at St. Mary's Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Fr. Randy Hoang from the Office of Divine Worship joins The Morning Blend to tell us more about the importance and use of each oil.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    April 3: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 119:44


    Can a cardinal stand in for Pope Francis at a canonization? Find out on The Morning Blend. Brenda and Brian bring you the latest news, sports, music, and interviews to help you grow in faith. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Numerology in the Bible with Steve Ray, Pt. 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 10:04


    Brenda continues her series with Steve Ray. Today they cover the number "40" in the New Testament.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

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