Podcast appearances and mentions of anna mitchell

Happy feast of King St. Louis IX! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to share more about this monarch who became a saint. Other guests include Steve Ray on the oil that was used to anoint Jesus’ feet, Fr. Augustine Wetta on foul language, and Kris McGregor to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect Prayer for the Feast of King St. Louis IX O God, who brought Saint Louis from the cares of earthly rule to the glory of a heavenly realm, grant, we pray, through his intercession, that, by fulfilling our duties on earth, we may seek out your eternal Kingdom. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Bartholomew the Apostle! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. John Bergsma to share more about the calling of this disciple of Jesus. Other guests include Fr. John Gavin to share what St. Augustine had to say about the Sermon on the Mount, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect Prayer for the Feast of St. Bartholomew Strengthen in us, O Lord, the faith, by which the blessed Apostle Bartholomew clung wholeheartedly to your Son, and grant that through the help of his prayers your Church may become for all the nations the sacrament of salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Clare Swinarski is online at ascensionpress.com/fiatgirls. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of Pope St. Pius X! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the many reforms that he brought to the Church during his pontificate. Guests include Andrew Petiprin from the Spe Salvi Institute, and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer to St. Joseph by Pope Pius X Glorious St. Joseph, model of all who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work in the spirit of penance in expiation of my many sins; to work conscientiously by placing love of duty above my inclinations; to gratefully and joyously deem it an honor to employ and to develop by labor the gifts I have received from God, to work methodically, peacefully, and in moderation and patience, without ever shrinking from it through weariness or difficulty to work; above all, with purity of intention and unselfishness, having unceasingly before my eyes death and the account I have to render of time lost, talents unused, good not done, and vain complacency in success, so baneful to the work of God. All for Jesus, all for Mary, all to imitate thee, O patriarch St. Joseph! This shall be my motto for life and eternity. Amen. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Bernard of Clairvaux! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Kris McGregor to share wisdom from St. Bernard that shows up in the Office of Readings. Other guests include Gary Michuta with more Messianic prophecies, pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** The Memorare of St. Bernard of Clairvaux Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,that never was it knownthat any one who fled to thy protection,implored thy help,and sought thy intercession,was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence,I fly unto thee,O Virgin of virgins, my Mother,to thee I come,before thee I stand sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate!despise not my petitions,but, in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: ZUCCHINI BREAD Double chocolate zucchini bread/cake Ingredients:1 -1/2 cups shredded zucchini1 cup all purpose flour – I use King Arthur unbleached1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon allspice1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup light brown sugar2 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla3/4 cup semi- sweet chocolate chips Instructions:Preheat oven to 350. Spray 9 x 5 loaf pan. Set aside shredded zucchini. Whisk together flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and allspice. Set aside. Beat oil, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until well blended and fold in zucchini. Add flour mixture, mixing just until combined. Fold in chips. Bake until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 55 to 65 minutes. Place on wire rack to cool 10 minutes, then remove and finish cooling. Large Batch moist and marvelous zucchini bread with Chai essence Ingredients:3 cups grated unpeeled zucchini (squeeze moisture out before measuring and pack zucchini firmly into measuring cups)3 cups sugar1-1/2 cups vegetable oil – I used canola4 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla3-1/4 cups all purpose flour1 teaspoon cinnamon2-3 teaspoons dry Chai tea blend – 2 will give a mild taste; 3 a more robust taste2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups chopped nuts – optional – I used toasted pecans InstructionsPreheat oven to 350.Spray 2 large loaf or 3 regular loaf pans.Mix zucchini, sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes.Combine flour, cinnamon, Chai blend, baking powder, baking soda, salt and nuts together. Add to zucchini mixture and blend well.Pour into prepared pans. Bake on middle rack 45 minutes to one hour or until done. A toothpick inserted deep into center will come out clean. My 2 large loaf pans took 55 minutes to bake. Tips:Ball bat sized zucchini works great If you grow zucchini, you know it can go from slender to ball bat size seemingly overnight. Overgrown zucchini has good flavor and shreds up just fine. Can you peel zucchini? I don’t, but Cheryl Bullis, a professional baker from Clermont County, does peel her zucchini before measuring. Squeeze hard to get moisture out. Zucchini is notorious for a high moisture content which can make batter too runny. Add nuts to dry ingredients; This insures that the nuts stay suspended throughout the bread and prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Zimak to share a verse from Isaiah about chariots, horses, and trusting God. Other guests include Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra to discuss the legacy of Pope Pius X ahead of his feast day later this week, and Deacon Nathan Beiersdorfer to continue our series on Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. John Eudes O my Lord, what poor use I have made of creatures! Pardon me, O Lord! Henceforth I do not want to use anything unless it is for Your glory and according to Your holy will, as Your Son Jesus did. O my God, if in the past I have turned aside from You who are my Beginning, my End, and my supreme good; if I have turned toward myself and creatures, preferring their will and mine to Yours, I here and now promise to renounce, entirely and forever the world and myself, and to give myself wholly and forever to You. O my God, I give myself to You as my Beginning; take complete possession of me. May I always abide in You! Be the beginning and end of all my actions. O my God, I give myself to You as my End, my Center, my supreme Good. Draw me to You! Make me tend continually toward You. Be my delight, my glory, my treasure, my all! ***** Patti Armstrong writes at ncregister.com. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Father Philip Larrey of Humanity 2.0 joins Anna Mitchell to discuss the Catholic vision for artificial intelligence and the future of work in light of Pope Leo’s teaching. They explore how AI can enhance human work rather than replace it, the dignity and purpose people find through their work, and the challenges ahead as automation eliminates jobs. They also examine the growing concerns surrounding AI data centers, including their impact on energy costs, water usage, and local communities.Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kris McGregor joins Anna Mitchell to reflect on the wisdom of St. Bernard of Clairvaux from the Office of Readings for his feast day. Drawing from Bernard’s reflections on the Song of Songs, they explore the truth that God is the source and fountainhead of love, why we can never love God as much as He loves us, and how our spiritual lives begin with simply returning to Him again and again.Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Art historian Liz Lev joins Anna Mitchell to explore the life, legacy, and faith of Saint Helena, the mother of Constantine the Great and the woman traditionally credited with discovering the True Cross. Through three remarkable works of art—from Paolo Veronese’s Dream of Saint Helena to the monumental statue in St. Peter’s Basilica and Tiepolo’s Exaltation of the Holy Cross—Liz reveals how artists have captured Helena’s pilgrimage, her devotion, and the enduring importance of the Cross in Christian history.Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shaun McAfee joins Anna Mitchell to explore the fascinating history and tradition surrounding the Holy Grail, believed to be the chalice used by Jesus at the Last Supper. They trace the chalice’s journey from Jerusalem to Spain and discuss its long-standing tradition, its connection to St. Lawrence, and the powerful reminder it offers of the reality of Christ’s Body and Blood in the Eucharist at every Mass.Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. John Bergsma joins Anna Mitchell to explore the biblical roots of the Queenship of Mary. Looking at the Davidic kingdom, Bathsheba’s role as Queen Mother, and the Gospel accounts of the Annunciation and Visitation, Dr. Bergsma explains how Scripture reveals why Mary, the mother of Jesus the King, is rightly honored as Queen of Heaven and Earth.Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Welborn joins Anna Mitchell to share her experience homeschooling her children and offers practical advice for parents beginning their own homeschooling journey. They discuss overcoming anxiety, choosing curriculum, embracing hands-on learning, and creating lifelong learners by encouraging children to see God’s beautiful world as their classroom.Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Helena! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her role in helping establish and promote pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Other guests include Amy Welborn on how to get started with homeschooling, and Kris McGregor to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Suscipe Prayer of St. Ignatius of Loyola Take, Lord, and receive all my liberty,my memory, my understanding,and my entire will,All I have and call my own.You have given all to me.To you, Lord, I return it.Everything is yours; do with it what you will.Give me only your love and your grace,that is enough for me. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. John Gavin to share more thoughts from the Church Fathers on Christian maturity. Other guests include Teresa Tomeo to share more important places in the life of St. Francis during the 800th anniversary of his death, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer to St. Joseph the Worker Joseph, by the work of your hands and the sweat of your brow, you supported Jesus and Mary, and had the Son of God as your fellow worker. Teach me to work as you did, with patience and perseverance, for God and for those whom God has given me to support. Teach me to see in my fellow workers the Christ who desires to be in them, that I may always be charitable and forbearing towards all. Grant me to look upon work with the eyes of faith, so that I shall recognize in it my share in God’s own creative activity and in Christ’s work of our redemption, and so take pride in it. When it is pleasant and productive, remind me to give thanks to God for it. And when it is burdensome, teach me to offer it to God, in reparation for my sins and the sins of the world. Amen. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Maximillian Kolbe! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his life and legacy as one of the patrons of Catholic radio. Guests include Andrew Petiprin from the Spe Salvi Institute, Bobby Schindler from the Life and Hope Network, and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for the Intercession of St. Maximillian Kolbe St. Maximilian, amidst the hate and lonely misery of Auschwitz, you brought love into the lives of fellow captives, and sowed the seeds of hope amidst despair. You bore witness to the world, by word and deed, that only “Love alone creates.” Help me to become more like yourself. With you and Mary and the Church, may I proclaim that only “Love alone creates.” To the hungry and oppressed, the naked and homeless, the scorned and hated, the lonely and despairing, may I proclaim the power of Christ’s love, which endures forever and ever. Amen. Prayer from militiaoftheimmaculata.com. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to discuss what the Church Fathers had to say about the Assumption of Mary headed into this weekend’s feast. Other guests include Dr. John Bergsma on the idea of Mary as Queen in light of Jewish tradition, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast with hope for those dealing with persistent depression. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for Grace and Guidance O Lord God almighty, who has brought to us to the beginning of this day, defend us in the same by Your power; that we may not this day fall into any sin, but that all our thoughts, words, and works may be directed to the fulfillment of Your will. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, world without end. Amen. ***** Charlie Bathon is online at catholic.center. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do we deal with hard truths and how people perceve them? We discuss that as we cover John 14:6.

Happy feast of St. Jane de Chantal! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Kris McGregor to discuss her life and witness. Other guests include Gary Zimak to look at practical wisdom from the Epistle of St. James, and canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the Feast of St. Jane de Chantal O God, who made Saint Jane Frances de Chantal radiant with outstanding merits in different walks of life, grant us, through her intercession, that walking faithfully in our vocation, we may constantly be examples of shining light. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Clare of Assisi and St. Philomena! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the witness of St. Clare, and also welcome Fr. Peregrine Fletcher, author of “My Name is Philomena.” Other guests include Kris McGregor with reflections on the Office of Readings, and Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts on personal prayer from the saints. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the Feast of St. Clare O God, who in your mercy led Saint Clare to a love of poverty, grant, through her intercession, that, following Christ in poverty of spirit, we may merit to contemplate you one day in the heavenly Kingdom. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Lawrence the Deacon! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss how he’s been depicted in art through the centuries, and why he’s patron saints of cooks and comedians. Other guests include Fr. John Gavin with more thoughts from the Church Fathers on Christian maturity, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect Prayer for the Feast of St. Lawrence O God, giver of that ardor of love for you by which Saint Lawrence was outstandingly faithful in service and glorious in martyrdom, grant that we may love what he loved and put into practice what he taught. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Greg Willits to continue his series on St. Louis De Montfort’s “Love of Eternal Wisdom.” Other guests include Andrew Petiprin from the Spe Salvi Institute, and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. Francis of Assisi’s Prayer for Enlightenment Almighty, eternal, just, and merciful God, grant us in our misery [the grace] to do for You alone what we know You want us to do, and always to desire what pleases You. Thus, inwardly cleansed, interiorly enlightened, and inflamed by the fire of the Holy Spirit, may we be able to follow in the footprints of Your beloved Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. And, by Your grace alone, may we make our way to You, Most High, Who live and rule in perfect Trinity and simple Unity, and are glorified God all-powerful forever and ever. Amen. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of the Transfiguration! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. John Bergsma to unpack the theological meaning of this mysterious event in the life of Christ. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld to discuss vinegar in the Bible, and Gary MIchuta to share more Old Testament prophecies fulfilled by Jesus. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect Prayer for the Feast of the Transfiguration O God, who in the glorious Transfiguration of your Only Begotten Son confirmed the mysteries of faith by the witness of the Fathers and wonderfully prefigured our full adoption to sonship, grant, we pray, to your servants, that, listening to the voice of your beloved Son, we may merit to become co-heirs with him. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: CAPRESE PICKLES These tiny tomato pickles couldn’t be easier to make. Just pack a jar with fresh baby cherry tomatoes, pour over a quick pickling brine, and let the fridge do the rest. Afer 24 hours, you’ll have crisp, tangy bites perfect for sandwiches, salads, charcuterie boards, or anything else you like. Ingredients3 cups baby cherry or grape tomatoes2 cloves garlic, halved1/4 teaspoon peppercorns2 sprigs fresh basil3/4 cup water3/4 cup white wine vinegar1 1/2 teaspoons kosher saltA little sugar – start with 1 teaspoon or honey and go up to 2-1/2 teaspoons1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper InstructionsAdd tomatoes, garlic, peppercorns, and basil to 1-quart-size glass jar fitted with a lid.Combine water, vinegar, salt, sugar, and crushed red pepper in a small saucepan, and place over high heat. Cook, stirring o!en, until salt and sugar have fully dissolved. Remove from heat just before the mixture comes to a simmer.Pour hot brine over tomatoes and seal jar. Allow jar to cool to room temperature, then place in the refrigerator until completely chilled, at least 8 hours. Best served after 24 hours and up to 2 weeks. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of the dedication of St. Mary Major! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome art historian Liz Lev to discuss its connection to Our Lady of the Snows. Other guests include Gary Zimak with wisdom from the book of Baruch, and Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra to discuss recent appointments to the Apostolic Signatura. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** A Prayer for God’s Protection O God, You are the preserver of men, and the keeper of our lives. We commit ourselves to Your perfect care on the journey that awaits us. We pray for a safe and auspicious journey. Give Your angels charge over us to keep us in all our ways. Let no evil befall us, nor any harm come to our dwelling that we leave behind. Although we are uncertain of what the days may bring, may we be prepared for any event or delay, and greet such with patience and understanding. Bless us O Lord, that we may complete our journey safely and successfully under Your ever watchful care. Amen ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. John Vianney! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Boniface Hicks to discuss the prayer life of the Cure of Ars, and Dr. Matthew Bunson to talk about St. John Vianney’s commitment to the Confessional. Other guests include Steve Ray on the apparition of Our Lady of Knock, and Joseph Pearce to discuss the Lord of the Rings quote that made it into Pope Leo’s encyclical on artificial intelligence. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. John Vianney I love You, O my God, and my only desire is to love You until the last breath of my life.I love You, O my infinitely lovable God,and I would rather die loving You, than live without loving You.I love You, Lord, and the only grace I ask is to love You eternallyMy God, if my tongue cannot say in every moment that I love You,I want my heart to repeat it to You as often as I draw breath. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. John Gavin to share more thoughts from the Church Fathers on Christian maturity. Other guests include Stephanie Mann with more poetry from John Keble, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer to Our Lady, Health of the Sick Our Lady, Health of the Sick,I look to you for the comfort of a mother’s love,I pray to you on behalf of those who are sufferingand for my own healing needs.Mary, your love strengthens meand brings me peace. Our Lady, Health of the Sick,embrace all who are emotionally and physically ill that they may return togood health under your tender care. And please intercede for my veryspecial needs. (mention your needs here). Mary, your love strengthens me and brings me peace. Our Lady, Health of the Sick, pray for us. Amen. ***** Melissa Overmyer is online at ascensionpress.com/blessed. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the life and legacy of the founder of the Society of Jesus. Guests include Andrew Petiprin on whether there’s such a thing as “Mere” Christianity, Greg Willits to continue our series on St. Louis de Montfort’s “Love of Eternal Wisdom,” and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Prayer Against Anxiety O Christ Jesus,when all is darknessand we feel our weakness and helplessness,give us the sense of Your presence,Your love, and Your strength.Help us to have perfect trustin Your protecting loveand strengthening power,so that nothing may frighten or worry us,for, living close to You,we shall see Your hand,Your purpose, Your will through all things. ***** Melissa Overmyer is online at ascensionpress.com/blessed. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of Bl. Solanus Casey! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Amy Welborn to share the story of one of the most unique American saints. Other guests include Gary Michuta with more prophecies about the Messiah in the Old Testament, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods with more thoughts on Christian anthropology in the age of artificial intelligence. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for Priests Gracious and loving God, we thank you for the gift of our priests.Through them, we experience your presence in the sacraments. Help our priests to be strong in their vocation.Set their souls on fire with love for your people. Grant them the wisdom, understanding, and strength they need to follow in the footsteps of Jesus.Inspire them with the vision of your Kingdom. Give them the words they need to spread the Gospel.Allow them to experience joy in their ministry. Help them to become instruments of your divine grace.We ask this through Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns as our Eternal Priest. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: PESTO PORK TENDERLOIN Ingredients1-2 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons pine nuts or walnuts2 tablespoons softened butter2 cups basil leaves, packedPalmful fresh parsley (optional)1/2 cup Parmesan cheese1/4 cup Romano cheese (or use all Parmesan)Olive oilSalt and pepper InstructionsJust process everything but oil and seasonings until smooth. Add oil to your liking, starting with 1 tablespoon, then add salt and pepper.Thicker is better for the tenderloins. You can always add more oil later for regular pesto. Pesto stuffed pork tenderloin two waysMy friend, Mary Lee Olinger, an Anderson Township reader, shared the first recipe a while back. It has a delicious culinary history, starting with Mary Lee’s friend, Mary Ann Myers. Ingredients for each recipe1 pork tenderloin, about 2 pounds, trimmedPesto Garnish for each recipeRomano & or Parmesan cheese – gratedPine nuts (optional) InstructionsPreheat oven to 350 for both methods. Method #1: filling the tenderloinLay tenderloin on cutting board. Starting from the top, cut meat vertically not quite all the way through. What you want is a nice “trough” to fill.Spread tenderloin open a bit, then spoon pesto until it fills (and overflows a bit) cavity.Place, cut side up, in sprayed baking pan.Tie roast in three places to keep it together. Sprinkle cheese and nuts over roast. Method #2: filling the tenderloinLay tenderloin on cutting board. Starting on thinner end, take a sharp knife and slice horizontally almost all the way through. It will open up like a book. Pound out evenly.Spread pesto to within an inch of edges. Fold over the 2 short edges a little bit. This helps seal the roulade. Roll up, starting at long end. Place, seam side down, on sprayed baking pan. Smear some pesto on top. Roasting for bothBake until done (145 degrees) – in my oven it took 20-30 minutes. Don’t over cook this lean cut of meat, or it will be dry.Rest about 10 minutes, tented. Temperature will rise several degrees.Slice thickly, then sprinkle with cheese and nuts if you like. ***** Information on the new Stanley Rother documentary, American Martyr, can be found at rotherdoc.com. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you blaspheme the spirit? Covered in this episode on Matthew 12:31-32.

Happy feast of Sts. Mary, Martha, and Lazarus! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the importance of these three close friends of Jesus in the Gospel narratives. Guests include Gary Zimak on God’s faithfulness to Elijah, Mike Aquilina on the Marcionite heresy in modern scholarship, and Matthew Becklo on fasting and feasting in the Christian life. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect prayer for the feast of Sts. Mary, Martha, and Lazarus O God, whose Soncalled Lazarus back to life from the graveand was pleased to be a guest in the home of Martha,grant us, we pray,that, faithfully serving him in our brothers and sisters,we, with Mary, may be found worthy to be nourishedby the contemplation of his word.Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,God, for ever and ever. ***** Roxanne Salonen, co-author of Finding Flannery Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of Bl. Stanley Rother! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Msgr. Donald Wolf from the Stanley Rother Shrine in Oklahoma to share his story. Other guests include Steve Ray on Grandparents in the Bible, and Kris McGregor to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for the Intercession of Bl. Stanley Rother Blessed Stanley our brother,you poured out your life in service and spilled your blood as a witnessto the faithfulness of God’s love.Those you loved so deeply and served so completelyknew you to be their pastor and their priest,interceding for them as their open door to the presence of Christ.Pray for us now and intercede on our behalf,as we ask you to walk with us on our journey through life,that the redeeming presence of Jesus,might touch us now and restore us to wholeness and peace.I ask in time of need [ state your need] that your prayer accompany us; may the mercy of Christ,echoed in your ministry and your martyrdom,renew us and bring us the graces necessary to heal our brokenness,illumine our darkness, and restore the losses in our lives,that we may be, finally, one with you in praising God forever in heaven.Through Christ our Lord.Amen. Prayer from archokc.org. ***** Info on Dr. Benjamin Reinhard’s presentation for the Institute of Catholic Culture can be found at instituteofcatholicculture.org. Msgr. Donald Wolf and the Stanley Rother Shrine are online at rothershrine.org.Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. John Gavin to share more thoughts on what the Church Fathers had to say about Christian service. Other guests include Dr. John Bishop from FORGE to discuss his program for forming Catholic men, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. Albert the Great “Govern my heart O Lord, lest it drift into useless and disordered thoughts. Do not permit me to become excessively preoccupied with anything at all, even matters and concerns that are useful and good in themselves. Temper the affections of my soul so that I may neither love nor hate anything in a way that exceeds due proportions. Let me neither rejoice nor be saddened beyond the measure that is fitting and rational.” ***** Dr. John Bishop is online at myforge.org. Info on Dr. Benjamin Reinhard’s presentation for the Institute of Catholic Culture can be found at instituteofcatholicculture.org. Melissa Overmyer is online at ascensionpress.com/blessed. Fr. John Abubakar, OSA shared about the new Pope Leo Sustainability medal; find out more at villanova.edu. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Charbel! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell reflect on his legacy as a hermit who’s associated with many miracles. Guests include Andrew Petiprin on why Christians should read myths, Fr. Philip Larrey to continue our conversation on A.I. and Christian anthropology, and Fr Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for the Sick Dear Jesus, Divine Physician and Healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. O dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. We place our sick under your care and humbly ask that you restore your servants to health again. Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge your will and know that whatever you do, you do for the love of us. Amen. ***** Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast pf St. Bridget of Sweden! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her life and legacy. Guests include Fr. Robert Nixon with more thoughts on solitude and silence from Thomas a Kempis, pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on how much you should talk about your feelings in counseling, and Rita Heikenfeld with a lettuce-free Summer Bible salad recipe. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the feast of St. Bridget of Sweden O God, who guided Saint Bridget of Sweden along different paths of life and wondrously taught her the wisdom of the Cross as she contemplated the Passion of your Son, grant us, we pray, that, walking worthily in our vocation, we may seek you in all things. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: LETTUCE-FREE SUMMER BIBLE SALAD Ingredients: Dressing:1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons lemon juice1 nice clove garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste – we go a bit heavy on the pepper Salad:2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1 English Cucumber, halved and sliced – we used 2 pickling cucumbers from our garden15 oz chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, drained, rinsed1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced1 nice avocado, dicedCilantro, chopped to taste4-6 oz feta cheese, diced Instructions:Whisk dressing ingredients together.Mix salad ingredients together.Pour dressing over salad and very gently mix. ***** Emily Hudepohl is online at covingtoncharities.org. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Mary Magdalene! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her legacy as the “apostle to the apostles.” Guests include Amy Fahey on the opening of the sainthood cause of novelist and Nobel Prize winner Sigrid Unset, Gary Zimak on the witness of St. Simon of Cyrene, and Matt McDonald from the National Catholic Register to discuss his article about how various bishops like their coffee. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene O God, whose Only Begotten Son entrusted Mary Magdalene before all others with announcing the great joy of the Resurrection, grant, we pray, that through her intercession and example we may proclaim the living Christ and come to see him reigning in your glory. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Dr. Chris Hackett, author of Pascal’s Prayers Matt McDonald’s article on how the bishops like their coffee is online at ncregister.com. Amy Fahey’s article about Sigrid Unset is online at firstthings.com. Full list of guestsSupport the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Lawrence of Brindisi! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss St. Lawrence as the Apostolic Doctor of the Church. Other guests include Deacon Steven Greydanus with a review of the Odyssey, and Kris McGregor from Discerning Hearts to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the feast of St. Lawrence of Brindisi O God, who for the glory of your name and the salvation of souls bestowed on the Priest Saint Lawrence of Brindisi a spirit of counsel and fortitude, grant, we pray, that in the same spirit, we may know what must be done and, through his intercession, bring it to completion. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Elijah the Prophet! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. John Bergsma to discuss why Elijah is one of the most important figures in all of salvation history. Other guests include Msgr. Jason Gray on the miracle leading to Fulton Sheen’s beatification, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer to St. Joseph by Pope Pius X Glorious St. Joseph, model of all who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work in the spirit of penance in expiation of my many sins; to work conscientiously by placing love of duty above my inclinations; to gratefully and joyously deem it an honor to employ and to develop by labor the gifts I have received from God, to work methodically, peacefully, and in moderation and patience, without ever shrinking from it through weariness or difficulty to work; above all, with purity of intention and unselfishness, having unceasingly before my eyes death and the account I have to render of time lost, talents unused, good not done, and vain complacency in success, so baneful to the work of God. All for Jesus, all for Mary, all to imitate thee, O patriarch St. Joseph! This shall be my motto for life and eternity. Amen. ***** Dr. Chris Hackett, author of Paschal’s Prayers JD Flynn wrote the foreword for Cardinal Pizzaballa’s new book, The Heart of All Nations Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Shaun McAfee to discuss his new resource on Eucharistic Miracles. Other guests include Laura Strietmann from Miraculous Mom to discuss her fabric designs inspired by the Blessed Mother, and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. Jerome’s Prayer for God’s Mercy O Lord, show Your mercy to me and gladden my heart. I am like the man on the way to Jericho who was overtaken by robbers, wounded and left for dead. O Good Samaritan, come to my aid. I am like the sheep that went astray. O Good Shepherd, seek me out and bring me home in accord with Your will. Let me dwell in Your house all the days of my life and praise You for ever and ever with those who are there. Amen. ***** Laura Strietmann is online at miraculousmom.co. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Steve Ray to discuss his experience of leading pilgrimage groups to Mount Carmel. Other guests include Dr. John Bergsma on Elijah’s connection to Mount Carmel, and Gary Michuta to explore more Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Morning Offering of St. Therese of Lisieux O my God! I offer Thee all my actions of this day for the intentions and for the glory of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. I desire to sanctify every beat of my heart, my every thought, my simplest works, by uniting them to Its infinite merits; and I wish to make reparation for my sins by casting them into the furnace of Its Merciful Love. O my God! I ask of Thee for myself and for those whom I hold dear, the grace to fulfill perfectly Thy Holy Will, to accept for love of Thee the joys and sorrows of this passing life, so that we may one day be united together in heaven for all Eternity. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: ANY FRUIT COBBLER Double ingredients for a 9×13 pan. Ingredients: 6 tablespoons butter, melted3/4 cup all purpose flour3/4 cup or so sugar plus a bit extra for sprinkling on topDash salt1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 cup or so milk (enough to make a smoother batter)1 teaspoon vanilla3 cups fresh fruit – your choice Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 and place rack on top (this helps brown the top)Pour melted butter in 8×8 pan or 2 quart casserole.Whisk together flour, sugar, salt.Pour in milk and vanilla and whisk to a smooth batter.Pour batter over butter. Don’t stir.Add fruit, then sprinkle with extra sugar.Bake until top is golden and cobbler bubbles, about 40 to 50 minutes or so. As cobbler bakes, fruit falls to the bottom and batter rises to the top, making a cobbler crust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Bonaventure! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Kris McGregor and Dr. Benjamin Lewis to share more reflections on the Seraphic Doctor of the Church. Other guests include Gary Zimak on wisdom from the letter of St. James on regulating our passions, and canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra on the latest regarding the SSPX. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer of St. Bonaventure Grant that my soul may hunger after Thee, the Bread of Angels, the refreshment of holy souls, our daily and super substantial bread, having all sweetness and savor and every delightful taste. May my heart ever hunger after and feed upon Thee, Whom the angels desire to look upon, and may my inmost soul be filled with the sweetness of Thy savor; may it ever thirst for Thee, the fountain of life, the fountain of wisdom and knowledge, the fountain of eternal light, the torrent of pleasure, the fullness of the house of God; may it ever compass Thee, seek Thee, find Thee, run to Thee, come up to Thee, meditate on Thee, speak of Thee, and do all for the praise and glory of Thy name, with humility and discretion, with love and delight, with ease and affection, with perseverance to the end; and be Thou alone ever my hope, my entire confidence, my riches, my delight, my pleasure, my joy, my rest and tranquility, my peace, my sweetness, my food, my refreshment, my refuge, my help, my wisdom, my portion, my possession, my treasure; in Whom may my mind and my heart be ever fixed and firm and rooted immovably. Amen. ***** More information on the High School Club Chaplaincy Conference can be found here. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. John Gavin to discuss how Christian service is a necessary part of spiritual maturity. Other guests include Stephanie Mann on the idea of the monarch of England being “Defender of the Faith,” and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. John Chrysostom O Lord Jesus Christ, open the eyes of my heart that I may hear your Word,and understand and do your will, for I am a sojourner upon the Earth. Hide not your commandments from me, but open my eyes, that I may perceive the wonders of your Law. Speak unto me the hidden and secret things of your wisdom. On you do I set my hope, O my God, that you shall enlighten my mind and understanding with the light of your knowledge; not only to cherish those things which are written, but to do them; For you are the enlightenment of those who lie in darkness, and from you comes every good deed and every gift. Amen. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss ideas for strengthening your marriage. Other guests include Gary Michuta with more Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Junipero Serra! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to share the story of the man behind many of the California missions. Other guests include Ken Craycraft with analysis of what’s been happening at the Supreme Court this week, and Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra on the latest involving the Society of St. Pius X. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of Sts. Peter and Paul! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to discuss the impact each of these great saints had on the formation of the early Church. Other guests include Fr. John Gavin with more thoughts on Christian maturity from the Church Fathers, and from Legatus on his experience of working with the Mexican national soccer team leading up to the World Cup. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Carlos Dias is online at legatus.org. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Josemaria Escriva! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell share more about the founder of Opus Dei. Guests include Andrew Petiprin from the Spe Salvi Institute, and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview Sunday’s Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss the connection between self-knowledge and the virtue of humility. Other guests include Courtney Brown on what Pope John Paul II and Pope Leo have had to say about the dignity of labor, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. Thomas More Prayer Give me Your grace, good Lord, to set the world at nought, to set my mind fast upon You. And not to hang upon the blast of men’s mouths. To be content to be solitary. Not to long for worldly company, little and little utterly to cast off the world, and rid my mind of all the business thereof. Gladly to be thinking of God, piteously to call for His help, to lean unto the comfort of God, busily to labor to love Him. To have continually in mind the passion that Christ suffered for me; for His benefits incessantly to give Him thanks. To think my most enemies my best friends, for the brethren of Joseph could never have done him so much good with their love and favor as they did him with their malice and hatred. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: EASY REFRIGERATOR DILL PICKLES For pickles, choose cucumbers with thinner skins, crisper flesh and smaller seed cavities. I would stay away from the big straight 8 type slicing cucumbers. They contain a lot of water and seeds, and may go soft in the brine. Ingredients:2 quart jars1-1/4 cups distilled white vinegar (5% acidity)3 tablespoons kosher salt1- 2 tablespoons sugar or substitute – I used 2 teaspoons sugar2 cups cold water2 pounds or so unpeeled pickling, Persian, English or your favorite smallish cucumbers, cut into halves or spears or thick slices – enough to fill 2 quart jars2 tablespoons coriander seeds6 large garlic cloves, peeled and halved1 teaspoon mustard seeds¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes – optional16 dill sprigs dill or 2 teaspoons dried dill weed (not seed) per jarOptional: a few slices colored bell pepper Instructions:Over low heat, combine vinegar, salt and sugar in saucepan. Whisk until salt and sugar are dissolved. Don’t let it boil, just warm enough to dissolve the salt and sugar.Whisk in cold water. Let cool to room temperature or refrigerate brine until ready to use.Put cucumbers and peppers, if using, into 2 quart jars.Dividing evenly, add coriander, garlic, mustard, red pepper flakes, dill, and brine into jars. If necessary, add a bit of cold water to the jars until brine covers cucumbers.Cover and refrigerate about 24 hours, then serve. The pickles will keep in the refrigerator for up to one month. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Benjamin Lewis from ICEL to discuss an ancient hymn about John that is referenced in the Sound of Music. Other guests include Gary Zimak on John the Baptist as a model of humility, and Fr. Sean Davidson to discuss his book, “Prophet of Fire: the Witness of St. John the Baptist.” Plus news, weather, sports, and more.. ***** LITANY OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, have mercy on us.Christ, hear us. Christ, graciously hear us.God the Father of Heaven, Have mercy on us.God the Son, Redeemer of the world, Have mercy on us.God the Holy Spirit, Have mercy on us.Holy Trinity, One God, Have mercy on us. Saint John the Baptist, pray for us.John the Baptist, Precursor of Christ, pray for us.John the Baptist, Glorious forerunner of the Sun of Justice, pray for us.John the Baptist, Minister of baptism to Jesus, pray for us.John the Baptist, Burning and shining lamp of the world, pray for us.John the Baptist, Filled with the Holy Spirit before thy birth, pray for us.John the Baptist, Heavenly contemplative, whose element was prayer, pray for us.John the Baptist, Intrepid preacher of the truth, pray for us.John the Baptist, Voice crying in the wilderness, pray for us.John the Baptist, Miracle of mortification and penance, pray for us.John the Baptist, Example of profound humility, pray for us.John the Baptist, Who called all to repentance, pray for us.John the Baptist, Who came in the spirit and power of Elijah, pray for us.John the Baptist, Glorious martyr of zeal for God’s holy law, pray for us.John the Baptist, Who turns the hearts of parents to their children, pray for us.John the Baptist, Who turns the hearts of children to their parents, pray for us.John the Baptist, Gloriously fulfilling thy mission, pray for us. Lamb of God, Who takest away the sins of the world, Spare us, O Lord.Lamb of God, Who takest away the sins of the world, Hear us, O Lord.Lamb of God, Who takest away the sins of the world, Have mercy on us. Christ, hear us. Christ, graciously hear us. V. Pray for us, O glorious John the Baptist,R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Let Us Pray: O Lord, you have honored this world by the birth of Saint John the Baptist:grant that Your faithful people may be called to repentance and may recognize and work toward the coming of the kingdom, through Jesus Christ Our Lord. Amen. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB, to share more thoughts on personal prayer from the saints. Other guests include Steve Ray on Sts. Peter and Paul in Scripture, and Kris McGregor to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Come, Holy Spirit Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, Through Christ Our Lord, Amen. ***** Fr. Sean Davidson is online at stpaulcenter.com/prophetoffire Jeff Cavins is online at ascensionpress.com/PillarsofFaith Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of Sts. Thomas More and John Fisher! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Stephen Smith from Hillsdale College to discuss lessons we can learn from how St. Thomas More endured his time in prison. Other guests include Teresa Tomeo from EWTN’s Catholic Connection, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. John Fisher’s prayer for bishops Lord, according to Thy promise that the Gospel should be preached throughout the whole world, raise up men fit for such work. The Apostles were but soft and yielding clay till they were baked hard by the fire of the Holy Ghost. So, good Lord, do now in like manner with Thy Church militant, change and make the soft and slippery earth into hard stones. Set in Thy Church strong and mighty pillars that may suffer and endure great labors–watching, poverty, thirst, hunger, cold and heat–which also shall not fear the threatenings of princes, persecution, neither death, but always persuade and think with themselves to suffer with a good will, slanders, shame, and all kinds of torments, for the glory and laud of Thy Holy Name. By this manner, good Lord, the truth of Thy Gospel shall be preached throughout the world. Therefore, merciful Lord, exercise Thy mercy, show it indeed upon Thy Church. Amen. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Andrew Petiprin from the Spe Salvi institute to discuss how pilgrimage is different than other forms of travel. Other guests include Greg Willits with more thoughts on Jesus from St. Louis de Montfort, and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of Pope Clement XI Lord, I believe in you: increase my faith.I trust in you: strengthen my trust.I love you: let me love you more and more.I am sorry for my sins: deepen my sorrow. I worship you as my first beginning,I long for you as my last end,I praise you as my constant helper,And call on you as my loving protector. Guide me by your wisdom,Correct me with your justice,Comfort me with your mercy,Protect me with your power. I offer you, Lord, my thoughts: to be fixed on you;My words: to have you for their theme;My actions: to reflect my love for you;My sufferings: to be endured for your greater glory. I want to do what you ask of me:In the way you ask,For as long as you ask,Because you ask it. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss tips for newlyweds to start their marriages off on strong footing. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld with recipes for Father’s Day, and Gary Michuta to share more Old Testament prophecies that point forward to the Messiah. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer of St. Thomas Aquinas Give us, O Lord, a steadfast heart,which no unworthy affection may dragdownwards; give us an unconqueredheart, which no tribulation can wearout; give us an upright heart, whichno unworthy purpose may temptaside. Bestow upon us also, O Lordour God, understanding to knowyou, diligence to seek you, wisdomto find you, and a faithfulness thatmay finally embrace you; throughJesus Christ our Lord. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: FALL-OFF-THE-BONE OVEN BAKED RIBS FOR DAD Recipe doubles or triples easily. IngredientsRibsAbout 2-1/2 pounds baby back pork ribs or your favorite ribsSalt and pepper or your favorite BBQ rub BBQ sauce1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup finely diced onion1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup ketchup1 tablespoon hot chili sauce like Sriracha2 tablespoons light brown sugar or to taste1 tablespoon apple cider vinegarSalt and ground pepper, to taste InstructionsPreheat your oven to 275. Season ribs: If your ribs still have a thin membrane on the back, remove it. Generously season both sides of the ribs with salt and pepper. If using a spice rub, apply it evenly.Wrap very tightly with foil: Important so ribs don’t dry out during cooking. Place the ribs, meatiest-side down, in roasting pan. Cover tightly with aluminum foil. The ribs must be well-sealed to prevent drying out. If you’re doubling the recipe and don’t have a large enough pan, wrap the racks of ribs individually in tight foil packets and place them on the baking sheet. Bake: Bake for 2 ½ to 3 ½ hours or until meat easily falls from bones. Check after 2 hours. Ribs are ready when the meat is cooked through and very tender. It will not have gotten brown, so don’t worry. Mine took close to 3 hours.BBQ Sauce:Heat olive oil in pan over medium heat, then add onions and cook until soft. Don’t let them brown.Stir in cumin, ketchup, chili sauce, sugar and vinegar. Cook for a couple of minutes, season with salt and more of any one ingredient that you think it needs. Brush sauce onto ribs after baking: Generously brush both sides with barbecue sauce.Broil ribs: Broil on high ribs until sauce begins to caramelize, about 3 to 4 minutes. Keep a close eye on them during this step to ensure the sauce doesn’t burn. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of next week's Royal Highland Show being held at Ingliston just outside Edinburgh, Rachel catches up with farmer Anna Mitchell, who is one of this year's vice presidents. This year's presidential team are representing Aberdeenshire and Anna tells Rachel what visitors can expect from the show.Mark is in Newport-on-Tay with author Dr Erin Farley whose most recent book, Lighthouse Lives, tells the stories of the last generation to work on manned lighthouses across Scotland. She tells Mark about the experiences of some of the keepers and their families who she recorded with for the book.Phil Sime and Morven Livingstone meet Allan MacKinnon of Highland Bird Control Services, to see how he's tackling the issues that gulls are causing at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness.Two volumes of Birds of America by renowned artist and ornithologist John James Audubon are currently on show to the public at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. The College has owned the art treasures for two centuries, and Mark went to meet their heritage lead, Claire McDade to hear a bit about their origins and take a look at the impressive books.Rachel is in Ayrshire meeting some of the farmers involved in the women in dairy initiative.As Scotland fans descend on Boston, Massachusetts in their thousands, we hear about the different birds that the discerning football supporter might be able to spot during their stay in the city. Erin Kelly from conservation charity Mass Audubon tells Rachel a bit about Boston birdlife and where to see it.The Glasgow Tandem Club has members who are both vision impaired and sighted. They are based in Ballahouston Park in Glasgow and Rachel went along to meet some of the members and chatted to founder, Anne Fraser.Mark heads to Cullen to meet the founder of Blue Lighthouse surf club, which was set up to offer tangible support for the health and wellbeing of members of the emergency services and care workers.And in this week's Scotland Outdoors podcast, Mark visits the Taliesin Community Woodland in Dumfries and Galloway which is celebrating its 30th anniversary. We hear an excerpt.