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    WSFI Presents First Sunday in Lent Homily by Monsignor Robert Demsey, Spiritual Advisor to WSFI/WSFV Catholic Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 9:33


    Don't miss this opportunity to have the best Lent, ever.  Monsignor Robert Dempsey teaches us the spirit and substance of how to do it. It's up to each of us to grow in holiness.  Now is a very acceptable time. 

    Ash Wednesday Reflection - Deacon Frank De Frank

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 6:23


    Deacon De Frank is approaching his 25th anniversary as a Deacon for the Archdiocese of Chicago. He currently ministers at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Lake Forest, IL. 

    Sharathon - Day 2 - 8th Hour - Mark Curran

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 42:31


    Join us for this final hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. Joining us this last hour is former Lake Country Sheriff Mark Curran, reflecting on his faith, life, and career. Mark Curran has an extensive background in law, law enforcement, and politics. He is currently practicing law for his own practice, Mark Curran C. Jr., Attorney at Law.*  To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048 *For more information about Mark Curran's law practice, visit: www.markcurranlaw.com/attorneys/  

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    Sharathon - Day 2 - 7th Hour - Patricia Galvan Cartwright, Kevin Sullivan

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 49:37


    Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. Joining us this hour are Keven Sullivan and Patricia Galvan Cartwright, discussing the subject of marriage. Mr. Sullivan works for the Tribunal for the Archdiocese of Chicago. Patricia Cartwright is a Divorce Attorney and a marriage and family coach with Quiet Mind.*  To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048 *To find out more about Patricia Galvan Cartwright's work, visit: patriciarelationshipcoach.com  

    Sharathon - Day 2 - 6th Hour - US Graceforce - Special Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 44:24


    Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. In this Sharathon edition, US Graceforce hosts Fr. Richard Heilman and Doug Barry* discuss the upcoming season of Lent in light of the theme of today's event: faith in God vs. faith in man.    To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048 *For more information on the upcoming Catholic Preparedness Summit, visit: brcoalition.com/summit/ For information on the US Graceforce, visit: usgraceforce.com  

    Sharathon - Day 2 - 5th Hour - Elizabeth Yore, Rev. Lawrence Carney

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 53:03


    Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. In this hour, Elizabeth Yore hosts Fr. Lawrence Carney, a missionary priest of the Diocese of Wichita. Fr. Carney presents the history of the Archconfraternity of the Holy Face, a pious devotion dating back to the late 19th century in France.* While the devotion has dwindled in France, it has seen a recent steady revival in the United States.   To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048 *To learn more about the League of St. Martin, visit: www.martinians.org  

    Sharathon - Day 2 - 4th Hour - Msgr. Robert Dempsey

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 57:53


    Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. In this hour of our Sharathon, Bonnie Quirke hosts Msgr. Robert Dempsey of the Archdiocese of Chicago for a discussion on the Church and today's issues. WSFI Volunteer Charlie Bagdon was also present to explain the needs of the radio station and gave information on how to donate. To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048

    Sharathon - Day 2 - 3rd Hour - Kathleen Heckenkamp

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 48:35


    Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. In this hour, Mrs. Kathleen Heckenkamp joins the Sharathon and tells the story of Our Lady of Good Success, an approved Marian Apparition in Ecuador. Additionally, Mrs. Heckenkamp runs the Apostolate of Our Lady of Good Success to promote this devotion, as well as the devotion to the Holy Face.* WSFI Volunteer Charlie Bagdon was also present to explain the needs of the radio station and gave information on how to donate. To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048 *To learn more about The Apostolate of Our Lady of Good Success, visit: www.ourladyofgoodsuccess.com  

    Sharathon - Day 2 - 2nd Hour - Rev. Joseph Lappe, MIC

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 51:01


    Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. In this hour, Matthew Tomlinson hosts Fr. Joseph Lappe, MIC, Administrator of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Pompeii in Kenosha, WI. They discuss Father's religious order, The Marians of the Immaculate Conception, as well as upcoming events in the parish.* WSFI Volunteer Bonnie Quirke was also present to explain the needs of the radio station and gave information on how to donate. To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048 *To see more upcoming parish events, visit: hrosarykenosha.org/news/parish-events

    Sharathon - Day 2 - 1st Hour - Dr. Dan Schneider, PhD

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 56:25


    Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. Dr. Dan Schneider, PhD, is an Adjunct Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. He joined us on our Sharathon to discuss his book, Sins of the Father: A Catholic and Biblical Approach to Generational Curses.* WSFI Volunteer Bonnie Quirke joined the conversation and explained the needs of WSFI Catholic Radio. To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048 *To purchase Dr. Schneider's book, visit: www.amazon.com/s?k=dr+dan+schneider+books&adgrpid=1344705129338253&hvadid=84044334846311&hvbmt=bb&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=103346&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=b&hvtargid=kwd-84045128064157%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=10022_13485482&mcid=6cf3e472f6e0367ea8b1f88af62bbab5&msclkid=0fc17a4c337a173198ca13d9dbf50286&tag=mh0b-20&ref=pd_sl_5roo2x440f_b *To check out his other books, visit: tanbooks.com/authors/dan-schneider-phd

    Sharathon - 5th Hour - Ann Brennan & Rev. Thomas Czeck, OFM Conv.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 53:47


    Join us for the fifth hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. Ann Brennan is the host with Fr. Thomas Czeck OFM Conv. of the National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe*. In this show, they discuss the recently declared Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, in honor of the 800 year anniversary of his death. Fr. Thomas explains the role of the Franciscan Order in the world, and the indulgences attached to the Jubilee Year. Our Station Manager, Mrs. Angela Tomlinson, joined the conversation and explained the needs of WSFI Catholic Radio. To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048   *Information on the 2026 Eucharistic Miracles Pilgrimage to Italy is available at: marytown.com/2026-eucharistic-miracle-pilgrimage-to-italy   To learn more about The National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe, please visit marytown.com

    Sharathon - 4th Hour - Mrs. Ute Young & Mrs. Suzy McGinn

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 51:53


    Join us for the fourth hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. In this hour, Mrs. Ute Young tells her story of her family's escape from Hitler's Germany near the end of the Second World War. Mrs. Suzy McGinn hosted this show, emphasizing how God protected Ute, her mother, and her grandmother in guiding them to safety. Our Station Manager, Mrs. Angela Tomlinson, joined the conversation and explained the needs of WSFI Catholic Radio. To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048

    Sharathon - 3rd Hour - Rev. Dwight Campbell, Bonnie Quirke, and Charlie Bagdon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 58:54


    Join us for the third hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. Fr. Dwight Campbell, host of The Marian Hour, joins WSFI volunteers Bonnie Quirke and Charlie Bagdon, discussing the apparition of Our Lady of Lourdes to St. Bernadette Soubirous.* Bonnie Quirke and Charlie Bagdon contributed to the discussion and also explained the needs of the radio station. To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048   * Link to view St. Bernadette Soubirous incorrupt body: sl.bing.net/j0uGxRdllxk To purchase Fr. Dwight Campbell's book, visit academyoftheimmaculate.com/products/through-the-heart-of-mary-to-the-heart-of-jesus

    Sharathon - 2nd Hour - Rev. Gerald O'Reilly, Seminarians Carlos Mora, Landon Novosad and Jesus Martinez, WSFI Volunteer Bonnie Quirke

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 56:44


    Join us for the second hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. In this hour, Fr. Gerald O'Reilly introduces Seminarians Carlos Mora, Landon Novosad, and Jesus Martinez, who are visiting the Chicago area as part of their Propaedeutic formation. The seminarians give their own personal story, their journey towards the priesthood, and explain what the Propaedeutic Program is. Bonnie Quirke, a volunteer here at WSFI, explains the needs of the radio station and gives information on how to donate. To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048

    Sharathon - 1st Hour - Rev. Mr. Frank De Frank, Elizabeth Yore, Charlie Bagdon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 58:10


    Join us for the first hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements. In this first hour, Dcn. Frank De Frank gives a reflection on Lent and our resolve to strengthen our relationship with Christ. Elizabeth Yore describes the current situation of human trafficking in our nation. WSFI volunteer, Charlie Bagden, explains the current needs here at WSFI.  To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to: P.O. Box 885 Libertyville, IL 60048

    US Grace Force 07 13 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 44:44


    Join Fr. Richard Heilman and Doug Barry in an uplifting show, where they discuss our faith in our everyday life and our quest for holiness. 

    Mike McCoy - Sports & Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 31:10


    AJ Shaw, host of Sports & Life on WSFI Catholic Radio, interviews former NFL defensive tackle Mike McCoy. Mike McCoy is a University of Notre Dame graduate. During his eleven years with the NFL, he played for the Green Bay Packers, Oakland Raiders, New York Giants, and Detroit Lions. Following his retirement from the NFL, McCoy has been involved with numerous civic activities on both national and local levels. He served on Pres. Reagan's Council on Sports for a Drug-Free America, and on the Pennsylvania Council for Physical Fitness. He currently runs his own faith-based organization, Mike McCoy Ministries, where he helps both Catholic and non-Catholic students discover hope and encouragement in their lives.  To learn more about Mike McCoy Ministries, please visit: mccoy77.com   

    Dave Casper - Sports & Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 28:57


    AJ Shaw, host of Sports & Life on WSFI Catholic Radio, interviews former NFL tight end Dave Casper. Dave Casper played college football for the University of Notre Dame, before entering the NFL. He played for the Oakland Raiders, Houston Oilers, Minnesota Vikings, and Los Angeles Raiders. He has received multiple awards and honors, including being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the Sports Faith Hall of Fame

    Fr. Charles Becker - Cenacle Prayer Group

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 58:44


    Join Fr. Charles Becker in praying for the protection of the Holy Catholic Church, for its leadership, and the faithful. This Cenacle Prayer Group includes: Prayer to the Holy Spirit The Holy Rosary Prayers for the Holy Father Reading and Meditation of the Blessed Mother Act of Consecration to Our Lady

    The Marian Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 53:32


    In this episode, Fr. Dwight Campbell speaks about the life and work of Bl. William Joseph Chaminade. Bl. William Joseph Chaminade was a French priest and survivor of the French Revolution, and later founded the Society of Mary, a.k.a. 'the Marrianists.'   Links to Fr. Campbell's Book Through the Heart of Mary To the Heart of Jesus: Through the Heart of Mary to the Heart of Jesus — Academy of the Immaculate academyoftheimmaculate.com/products/through-the-heart-of-mary-to-the-heart-of-jesus  

    Elizabeth Yore - Human Trafficking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 69:06


    WSFI Catholic Radio hosted a Roe v Wade Day of Prayer, Reparation & Reflection. Elizabeth Yore was a guest speaker. Elizabeth is an International Child Protection Attorney, specializing in Missing, Abducted & Exploited Children. Previously, she served as General Counsel for the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services. During her time there, she organized the nation's first  Child Welfare Missing Wards Unit, and coordinated with Law Enforcement to locate misising children and to prosecute offenders.

    Patrick McCaskey - Summary of Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 19:25


    WSFI Catholic Radio hosted a Roe v Wade Day of Prayer, Reparation & Reflection. Mr. Patrick McCaskey was a guest speaker. Mr. McCaskey is the Vice-President of the Chicago Bears. He is also the Chairman of Sports Faith International, which recognizes people who are successful in sports while leading exemplary lives. He regularly writes and records essays and poems about sports and faith for WSFI Radio 88.5 and WSFV 88.7.

    Robert Gillgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 44:00


    WSFI Catholic Radio hosted a Roe v Wade Day of Prayer, Reparation & Reflection. Mr. Robert Gillgan was a guest speaker. Mr. Robert Gillgan is the Executive Director of the Illinois Catholic Conference. He is past president of the National Association of State Catholic Conference Directors, and Aid for Women. He explains the structure of the Illinois General Assembly and the state of the Pro Life Movement in the Legislature. 

    Fr. Dwight Campbell - The Spiritual Consequences of Abortion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2026 58:36


    WSFI Catholic Radio hosted a Roe v Wade Day of Prayer, Reparation & Reflection. Fr. Dwight Campbell was a guest speaker. Fr. Campbell is the pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St. Therese of Lisieux  Parishes in Kenosha WI. He is the Spiritual Advisor to WSFI Catholic Radio and hosts The Marian Hour aired on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. He is the author of To the Sacred Heart of Jesus Through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.   Fr. Dwight Campbells's book is available at: academyoftheimmaculate.com/products/through-the-heart-of-mary-to-the-heart-of-jesus

    WSFI 88.5 and WSFV 88.7 Catholic Radio presents Our Lady of the Lakes Flame of Love Prayer Cenacle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 34:44


    Join Bishop Timothy O'Malley with Father Koeune on February 2nd, 2026, 6:00 PM, at St. Bede Church in Ingleside Illinois, in celebration of Candlemas, the Purification of Mary, and The Presentation for Mass, Rosary and refreshments will follow.  Learn more from Cenacle organizers, Mimi Harris, Marie Drehol, Debbie Johnson and Karen Smuda in this episode which explains the Flame of Love, and why the evening is taking place.  "My beloved sons will introduce the FLAME OF LOVE of MY HEART in a procession, so that, in such fashion, it becomes a living fire in the hearts, in the souls in such a way that it spreads like wildfire"  From the diary of Elizabeth KIndlemann  

    Sports Faith International presents 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee, Dr. Pat Castle, Founder of Life Runners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 30:24


    Life Runners is the largest Pro-Life team with over 25000 teammates who wear "Remember the Unborn" jerseys as a public witness in 4061 cities across 52 nations..   Dr. Pat Castle, its founder, will be inducted in the 2026 Sports Faith Hall of Fame in recognition for his excellence is Sport and Faith. Its Chairman, Chicago Bears Patrick McCaskey hosts this interview. 

    WSFI Spotlight - Rev. Dennis Kolinski, SJC

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 31:37


    Fr. Dennis Kolinski of the Canons Regular of St. John Cantius, discusses his recent book: St. John Cantius The Good Teacher. This is the first full-length biography of St. John Cantius in the English language with a robust base in academic scholarly sources. Through his book, Fr. Kolinski presents his reading audience with a clearer image of St. John Cantius's life, work, and legacy. To purchase this book, visit:  www.birettabooks.com/st-john-cantius-the-good-teacher-by-rev-dennis-kol.html Interviewed by Bonnie Quirke

    Sports and Life - Episode 1. Chicago Bears Patrick McCaskey - Faith, Football, and lots of insight into the rich legacy of George "Papa Bear" Halas and company.

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2025 30:54


    On the eve of, what could be, the Packers/ Bears "make or break game of the 2025  season, Bears Vice President, grandson of George Halas, and Chairman of Sports Faith International Patrick McCaskey discusses the Legacy of his family's team, the Chicago Bears,  and the role of their formation of the NFL. The interview features great insight into the Bears/Packers relationship throughout the years,  as characterized by George Papa Bear Halas, his deep friendship with Vince Lombardi, and the importance of Faith in their lives.   Interview conducted by A.J. Shaw. 

    WSFI Oratory Dedication

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 50:39


    The Most Rev. Timothy J. O'Malley, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Chicago, blessed the Oratory at WSFI Catholic Radio on November 26, 2025. The Mass was concelebrated by Monsignor Robert Dempsey, Fr. Anthony Jelenek, Fr. Gerald O'Reiley, Fr. Val Laini, and Fr. Patrick Kizza. WSFI Catholic Radio is honored to now have the Blessed Sacrament so close to us as we continue to evangelize our cherished Catholic Faith.

    US Grace Force - WSFI Advent edition - The era of Supernatural Grace - Go Deeper

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 48:58


    Listen to that still small voice in this Advent season. Avoid at all cost being a minimalist Catholic with its eternal peril - a demographic which has alarmingly increased since Our Lady's warning one hundred years ago at Fatima. How do you find God more deeply?  Start by listening to this Advent episode with Fr. Richard Heilman and Doug Barry.    To learn more about US Grace Force visit US Grace Force 2.0 - YouTube   For more US Grace Force episodes - visit US Grace Force 2.0 - 

    The Marian Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 60:56


    In this episode, Fr. Dwight Campbell talks about the devotion to the Blessed Mother under her title Our Lady of Loreto. Pray with him as he chants the Litany of Loreto. He also tells the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe appearing to St. Juan Diego in 1531 in Mexico.

    US Grace Force -WSFI Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 49:19


    In this show, hosts Fr. Richard Heilman and Doug Barry discuss spiritual warfare in both the church and the world. Fr. Heilman explains how it is simply not enough for us to be 'good' or 'decent' people. The solution to spiritual warfare is "peace through supernatural strength."

    Sunday's Homily - 11/09/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 16:27


     Rev. Charles Becker, of the Archdiocese of Chicago was the celebrant and homilist on Sunday, November 16th, 2025,  the 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time., The Gospel and his compelling homily is presented here. 

    Deacons Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 56:21


    Charlene Katra, Executive Director of the National Catholic Partnership on Disability, shares the details of her organization with show hosts Dcns. Greg Webster and Michael Alandy. The National Catholic Partnership on Disability offers resources and training for Diocesan and Parish leaders on mental health and wellness ministry. Link: https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=54b04810b95ad90e48800aaac33e00ef9fe7bba0e1cacead20e8f6e5764d586eJmltdHM9MTc2Mjk5MjAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=37733a09-e9d0-6f88-033e-299de8036e12&psq=National+Catholic+Partnership+on+Disabilites&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubmNwZC5vcmcv

    The Marian Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 56:14


    In this episode, Fr. Dwight Campbell explains the story of St. Josephat. He talks about St. Bartolo Longo, who was recently canonized by Pope Leo XIV. St. Bartolo was a convert from a satanic cult, who devoted himself to evangelization and catechesis. He promoted devotion to Our Lady of Pompei and Our Lady of the Rosary. Fr. Campbell also speaks about the recent Vatican directives removing the titles of Co-redemptrix  and Mediatrix for the Blessed Virgin Mary. 

    WSFI Spotlight - St. Maximilian Kolbe

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 34:41


    Today's host, Anne Brennan speaks with Marytown's Fr. Thomas Czeck, OFM Conv., about the life of St. Maximilian Kolbe. Fr. Czeck is the National Spiritual Assistant at the National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe in Libertyville, Illinois.  The show covers St. Maximilian's early life and vocation, his ministry, and his martyrdom during the Second World War.

    The Marian Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 55:05


    In this episode Fr. Dwight Campbell reflects on St. Pope John Paul II, his papacy, and his special devotion to Our Lady. He focuses particularly on the pope's love of St. Louis de Montfort's True Devotion to Mary.

    WSFI Presents - 40 Days for Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 43:38


    Leslie Hazinski from 40 Days for Life - Waukegan IL, her son Paul, and fellow participant Kit O'Brien interview Steve Karlin, the National Campaign Director for 40 Days for Life. 40 Days for Life is a world-wide Pro Life movement where people pray outside of abortion facilities and offer resources for expectant mothers. 

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    The Marian Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 55:39


    In this episode, Fr. Dwight Campbell explains the feast of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. This feast was promulgated October 7th, 1571 by Pope St. Pius V, following the Battle of Lepanto, where the Holy League defeated the Ottoman Empire in a naval battle in the Adriatic Sea.

    WSFI and WSFV Catholic Radio presents: Penitent Soldiers of Mary - Powerful Healing and Deliverance Ministry much needed in today's spiritual battle

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2025 51:06


    Deacon Tom Biegel of the Archdiocese of Chicago teams up with Letty Medina to discuss the power and wonders of this new, unique healing and deliverance ministry.

    Monsignor Robert Dempsey is the Celebrant and Homilist on this Mass offered to celebrate the 90th birthday of Carmen Speranza

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 36:50


    Monsignor Robert Dempsey provides one of his most powerful and educational homilies - explaining some precious pearls of our Catholic Faith, while  debunking cultural propaganda designed to contradict them.    Happy 90th birthday Carmen Speranza! t Thank you for your loyal and exemplary witness to our Catholic Faith. 

    WSFI 88.5FM Spotlight presents "Flame of Love Cenacles" with organizers from Our Lady of the Lakes Parish of the Archdiocese of Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 29:54


    Mimi Harris, Marie Drehobl, Karen Smuda and Pat Pawlis discuss the meaning and efficacy of the Flame of Love Devotion, and why they have organized the upcoming Flame of Love Cenacles on the second Wednesday of each month at Our Lady of the Lakes Parishes.  For more information visit the parish website Our Lady of the Lakes

    WSFI Spotlight presents - Padre Pio Relic of the Bloody Glove coming soon!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 21:31


    On September 14th 2025 the relic of St. Padre Pio (the bloody glove which was placed over his stigmata) is coming to St. Nicholas Cathedral located at 835 North Oakley Blvd. Chicago, 60622 from 8:00AM to 4:00 PM   In this episode, St. Nicholas parishioner, Alice Bab explains about the connection between Patriarch Josyf Slipyj - Wikipedia and Padre Pio and tells us more about the upcoming event.

    WSFI Spotlight presents Anthony D"Ambrosio, Writer, Director and Editor of the new feature film "Triumph of the Heart"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 34:28


    Anthony D'Ambrosio is the writer and director of the new blockbuster film, Triumph of the Heart, a feature-length film about the passion of Maximilian Kolbe being released mid September.    Anthony shares the story behind the story of his creation of the film, and his ten-year struggle with a debilitating disease, the cure of which was made possible through the intercession of St. Maximilian Kolbe - both in Anthony's life, and "coincidentally" the founders of the health center through which he was healed.   For more information on attending, hosting, or volunteering visit Triumph of the Heart

    WSFI Catholic Radio presents the Marian Hour with Fr. Dwight Campbell, Spiritual Advisor to WSFI Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 58:45


    This episode explains the Queenship of Mary, the feast of which we celebrate on August 22nd each year.  Aired on August 27, 2025

    WSFI Presents Knights of Columbus Cardinal Mundelein Council regarding the Sept 7th 10K Fundraiser

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 26:34


    Mr. and Mrs. Luis and Patricia Fuentes and Dennis Rowan of the Cardinal Mundelein 1326 Council in Mundelein are our guests  inviting all to join them at this important annual fundraiser. Proceeds benefit Santa Maria del Popolo in Mundelein.  WSFI hosts are John Breen and Simon Tan. 

    WSFI Catholic Radio 88.5FM Sharathon Presents Carmel Catholic High School in Mundelein, IL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 30:46


    Kambra French, Carmel's Chief Mission Officer and Lisa Elert, from their Mission Identity team, will inform and inspire you about the history of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and their Carmel Catholic Rosary Walk on July 16th, in her honor. 

    WSFI 88.5 FM proudly presents Fr. Boniface Nzioki Muia OFM Conv. - Interviewed by Ann Brennan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 48:25


    Tune in to hear Fr. Boniface, currently residing at Marytown Franciscan Friary in Libertyville Illinois.  A faith-filled, on fire Catholic Priest from Kenya, he and Ann Brennan generously participated in the WSFI Catholic Radio Shareathon under the patronage of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.   To support WSFI visit wsfiradio.org, or call 224-206-8455

    WSFI PRESENTS FR. TIM ANDRES O.CARM.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 44:45


    Fr. Tim Andres O.Carm., a special guest in our Sharathon Pledge Drive, which was devoted to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. Fr. Tim shares his vocation story, the history of the Carmelite Order, and devotion to the Scapular. He was interviewed by WSFI volunteer John Breen. To find out more or to support WSFI Catholic Radio, please visit WSFI Catholic Radio

    WSFI Spotlight presents Ann Vucic who discusses the first ever US Medjugorje Youth Festival here in Chicagoland with Ann Vucic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 33:18


    Approved by The Archdiocese of Chicago,  and authorized directly from Medjugorje, the 2025 Chicago Medjugorje Mladifest Festival is the first official Medjugorje Festival for Young Adults offered here in the United States.  It has been designed to provide the same experience as the annual Mladifest Youth Festival in Medjugorje. Speakers from both Medjugorje and the USA will inspire you as you deepen your faith through a weekend filled with worship, prayer, song, and friendship. Trinity College, Palos Heights IL July 18-20th Lodging available.  https://www.centerforpeacewest.com/trip/tripDetails.jsf?trip=bfd921a2-8dad-49ae-bcbb-2e2817d1534c   About Ann Vucic Ann Vucic is a dynamic Catholic speaker, writer and passionate advocate for spiritual renewal. Born near the renowned pilgrimage site of Medjugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Ann's life was profoundly transformed by an encounter with God in her youth. This pivotal experience ignited a lifelong mission to guide others on their own journeys of faith and conversion. With degrees in theology, psychology, and social work, Ann seamlessly blends academic knowledge with spiritual wisdom and passionate, compelling storytelling in her mission of evangelization. For more than 30 years, she has led pilgrimages to Medjugorje, organized Catholic retreats, and shared her testimony and spiritual insights with audiences worldwide. Her work has taken her across various platforms, including radio, television, print, social media, and live appearances. In addition to her ministry, Ann is also a film consultant and executive producer, currently collaborating on a major Hollywood film about Medjugorje, along with several other exciting movie projects. Created in partnership with renowned Hollywood professionals, these films aim to bring the message of faith, hope, and spiritual renewal to global audiences.  

    Fr. Gerald O'Reilly, Spiritual Director of the Senatus of the Legion of Mary, is the Celebrant of Today's Mass - June 17, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 46:04


    Today is Tuesday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time. The Principal Celebrant and Homilist is Fr. Gerald O'Reilly who currently serves as  the Associate Pastor of Mary Mother of Martyrs in Des Plaines, Illinois, in addition to his duties as Spiritual Director of the Chicago Senatus of the Legion of Mary. 

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