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Many Catholics love the Church but struggle to explain what they believe—or to confidently invite others into it. In this conversation, Ron Huntley welcomes Dr. Peter Pellicaan for a thoughtful discussion on evangelization, parish renewal, Catholic identity, and Peter's new book, The Secret Catholic. Together they explore how leaders can cultivate missionary cultures, learn from other Christian traditions without compromising Catholic teaching, and form disciples who are confident in both their faith and their mission. If you're a priest, parish leader, or Catholic seeking to lead others more intentionally, this episode offers both practical wisdom and renewed hope for the Church's mission. ➡️ Take the free Parish Missional Health Assessment at HuntleyLeadership.com to discover where your parish is on the journey of renewal. In this episode, you'll learn: - Why healthy parish leadership begins with a missionary heart - How formation equips Catholics to share their faith with confidence - What Catholics can learn from Protestant evangelization while remaining deeply Catholic - Why style and tradition are often confused in parish life - How Peter's new book The Secret Catholic helps answer the questions many people are afraid to ask - Why disciple-making—not simply maintaining programs—is the Church's primary mission - Practical encouragement for creating parishes where newcomers can genuinely encounter Christ About Dr. Peter Pellicaan Dr. Peter Pellicaan serves as Executive Director of Archdiocesan Ministries for the Archdiocese of Brisbane and is an ordained deacon, theologian, musician, husband, and father. Holding a PhD in theology, Peter is passionate about evangelization, Catholic formation, and helping parishes become vibrant missionary communities. His latest book, The Secret Catholic, introduces the Catholic faith through engaging conversations designed for both seekers and lifelong Catholics. Relevant Links Peter Pellicaan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peter_pellicaan/ Catholic Christianity Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/catholic-christianity/id1574281148 Peter's Music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1P87qGZUJnQ2wlxmQM4bUw Mentioned Resources The Secret Catholic https://www.connorcourtpublishing.com.au/The-Secret-Catholic-by-Peter-Pellicaan_p_687.html Amazon listing: https://amzn.asia/d/01brKU2X Free Parish Missional Health Assessment: https://huntleyleadership.com -------- If conversations like this encourage and equip you in your leadership, subscribe to the Huntley Leadership Podcast and share this episode with another priest, parish leader, or friend who is passionate about the renewal of the Church. ------- Be the first to get updates on our new course by signing up for our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6  Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥  @huntleyleadership    ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking  ⇥  https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥   / huntleyleadership   Follow on Twitter ⇥   / ron_huntley   Follow on Instagram ⇥   / huntleyleadership   Follow on Facebook ⇥   / huntleyleadership   Subscribe to this YouTube channel ⇥  @huntleyleadership   ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us?

Delivered by Christine Gunawan from the Parish of Saint Joseph Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Pontianak, Indonesia. Isaiah 55: 1-3; Rs psalm 145: 8-9.15-16.17-18; Romans 8: 35.37-39; Matthew 14: 13-21.OUR DUTY IS TO SHARE The theme for our meditation on this 18thSunday in Ordinary Time is: Our Duty is to Share. There was a 12-year-old boywho was given an apple brought by his parents from abroad. The mother asked himto give some of it to his 9 years old sister. Before doing that, he first askedhis mother as he said: "Mommy, should I share it with her, or give it toher?" The mother was somehow confused by her son's question. So the son explained himself. He said that if he wouldshare the apple he must divide it into two, either the same sizes for himselfand his younger sister or not. Meanwhile, if he would give that apple, it wouldthat there was a possibility to give it all, or not give it at all. The motherwas so proud of her boy's way of thinking. Together with the mother, we all canappreciate and agree with the view of that boy. We all believe that it is truly our responsibility orduty to share the gifts that we have. God has the power and ability to give uswhat is appropriate and sufficient to each of our circumstance and vocation. Forour part, we are not supposed to bother ourselves in giving and try our hardestway to give and satisfy others, for we need only enough kindness and generosityto share what we already have by the grace of God. This kind of conviction is very important for us thefollowers of Christ and the mission we intend to do. The Lord's gift is enoughfor every one to be able to live out one's life in this world. Saint Paul saysin his letter to the Romans that this gift manifests its fulness in the love ofChrist for us. The book of the prophet Isaiah in the first reading todayconfirms the same thing, namely the gift of eternal covenant between God and usis realized in a true love of Jesus Christ, which had been promised long ago asthe Lord already did for David. By realizing that we have these gifts, we should beconfident and willing to share them to our neighbors. Even though perhaps weonly have a very little quantity and quality like those of five loaves and twofish, as the Gospel reading of  todaynarates, we are certainly willing to share them. Whether the little we share issufficient both for ourselves and others, it is by the power of God's love thatwe are willing to give. It is the work of God who provides and gives. God'swill and power make our little and hard work possible. God is pleased to multiply it when we have the spiritof love, joy, and willingness to share. With or without our expectation, themiracles of God happen. Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... Almighty and powerful God, strengthen ourzeal to be active and glad in sharing our gifts to our neighbours, and for allthese, may we be always thankful. Our Father who art in heaven ... In the nameof the Father ...

Homily for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A (2nd August 2026) by Fr Mike Delaney, Parish Priest of the Kingston Channel Catholic Parish in the Archdiocese of Hobart

Delivered by Randy from the Parish of Christ the King in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Jeremiah 26: 11-16.24; Rs psalm 69: 15-16.30-31.33-34; Matthew 14: 1-12.DEATH FOR THE TRUTH The theme for our meditation today is: Death for theTruth. There is at a city gate, a famous statue which is called "The Childon the Mother's Shoulder" stands to give meaning to the city. In the pastthe city was defended by a young man who led the whole people to fight theenemies who wanted to occupy the city. Even though the city was successfullydefended, this young man was killed in the war. His own mother put the son onher shoulder, and while mourning for him she carried him into the city to begiven reverence by everyone and the whole city. The Virgin Mary gave birth to Jesus Christ, cared forHim, and witnessed with her own eyes the son's shameful death, then she putJesus' body on her lap (the la pietafrom Michaelangelo). The Blessed Mother witnessed firsthand the Lamb of God whowas sacrificed for defending the truth from those who were seeking to destroythe truth. Mary's nephew, John the Baptist, was also killed earlier than Jesusby an evil king Herod because this ruler was so threatened by the truth. AfterJesus and John the Baptist, there are men and women throughout generations havebeen willing to sacrifice their lives for defending the truth that comes fromGod. Heroes from our towns and countries are people who have died for thetruth. Then the question is this: does the truth have to becompensated by death? The first answer would be on those who oppose the truth,namely people of bad reputation or people who are known for their evil deeds,who seem to be very strong in this world, and their goal is to eliminate thetruth and all the elements associated with it. One of its main targets is todestroy those who fight for the truth, who defend it and who live by it. And another answer would be more on the spiritualpoint of view. Here, it is irrelevant with violence and bloodshed, maybebecause the enemy or opponent is rather weak. However, the truth remains ourprinciple point of reference in life and must be upheld. Our real challenge isto live out that truth with genuinity, to practice it and to make others livein truth as well. It is here that we should die for our laziness, boredom,indifference, selfishness, forgetfulness and other personal deficiencies thatput us away from the responsibility to live in truth. The truth, in principle, is in accordance with realityor fact. This means that it is against what is not real or lie. Truth is alsodefined according to rules, norms, morals. If you are morally recognized, youhave truth and this is contrary to acts that break the rules or moralstandards. Ultimately, truth for us believers is to do God's will and commands,therefore, everything untrue is following the will which is not from God butfrom someone else. So let us live by the truth that we are obliged to, even todefend it till our death.Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... Almighty God, may our efforts to defend thetruth and to testify it to everyone around us, will be pleasing to You. HailMary, full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...

During a one-day pilgrimage to all 16 perpetual adoration chapels in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Fr. Jonathan Meyer experienced a powerful reminder of why Eucharistic Adoration matters. At St. Vincent de Paul in Bedford, a grieving young man named Sean arrived at the church simply because he needed to pray. He and his girlfriend had just lost their unborn child, Georgia, at 16 weeks. Sean was not Catholic, but he was searching for truth, peace, and a place where he could encounter God. What he found was Jesus present in the Eucharist—and a woman named Lynn who was ready to sit beside him, comfort him, and love Jesus with him. This homily is a beautiful witness to the power of prayer, the Real Presence of Christ, and the importance of keeping our churches open so that those who are hurting always have somewhere to go. When Jesus is placed on the altar and we allow Him to work, amazing things happen. Please pray for Sean, his girlfriend, their child Georgia, Lynn, and all those grieving the loss of a child. “Blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they hear.” #EucharisticAdoration #CatholicHomily #RealPresence #Prayer #Eucharist #FrJonathanMeyer #CatholicFaith #PerpetualAdoration #InfantLoss

We're joined by Ben Clapper, executive director of Louisiana Right to Life, with Pro-Life Persuasion Segment answers the question: "What If the Mother's Life is in Danger?". David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, talks about how we often struggle to follow where God wants to lead us because it's unfamiliar. Cynthia Hayes, CEO of Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, with update.

Delivered by Eva Glenn Robert from the Parish of Saint Augustine Keinarut in the Archdiocese of Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. Jeremiah 18: 1-6; Rs psalm 146: 2abc.2d-4.5-6; Matthew 13: 47-53.GOD DETERMINES AT THE END The theme for our meditation today is: God Decides atthe End. We often tend to surrender when the problem that we face never findsits solution. Surrender means to make a retreat and stop to continue to speakor to act. Surrender is not about someone who is hopeless with greatdisappointment and sadness. Those who surrender over something or someone areactually those who still have room for hope, and they are open for solutionsthat may come in their favor such as time, other people, fortune, and  of course God. The most common one is our surrender to God. Forinstance, there was a fight between two persons that never ended. There werealready many efforts to find solution for their problem such as throughfamily's peace talks, religious assistance and trial in the court but they havenot been able to solve their problem. The loser would always force the issue sothat the problem would just remain disturbing. At certain point both partiesbelieved that there was no longer reason to remain in conflict and fight,therefore, they chose to surrender. The last thing still remained was to bringthe problem to God and He would decide or judge for each of them. God'sjudgement will be made after our death, where every person will be judgedaccording to one's behavior in this life on earth. This example illustrates how God determines at the endof our journey of life. Jesus gave us a proper parable to teach us about thisfinal determination, namely the judgement in heaven that ultimately decides whois right and who is wrong. God has such a wise strategy. He does not make bigand final judgement when there is still time for us to change ourselves whilewe are still on earth. God is patient and tolerant so that the trouble makersand the sinful ones still have opportunity to repent before their death. This strategy of course contradicts with the way wehumans normally do, which is the enjoyment for those who win and the sadnessfor those who lose in the world. People commonly perceive that the joy ofvictory is final or the sadness of losing is the end. Yet the truth is that,those wins and loses are just pieces of life event that cannot be consideredfinal of our journey. Our standard of justice is only to fulfill the demands ofthis world, whereas a judgement which is the highest final is indeed thestandard of the Lord, the almighty. It is our true belief that our finaldetermination is from God. According to the prophet Jeremiah, as long as we livein this world, our lives should follow God's determination, like the way thepotter carves things from clay. Through His will and wisdom, God wants to shapeus in our words and actions every day so that we can experience how Hedetermines our lives from one moment to another, from our wake up in themorning until our sleep at night. This is our way of life that leads us to thefinal judgement in heaven. Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... O Lord Jesus Christ, may we always lookforward to the final moment of your judgement over us with our firm faith andlasting hope. Hail Mary, full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...

"The devil is not just a metaphor, but a real, living creature."In this special replay episode of The Manly Catholic, host James Caldwell sits down with Father Vincent Lampert, the mandated exorcist for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. With over three decades in the priesthood and having served as an exorcist since 2005, Father Lampert brings profound insight, grounded realism, and spiritual wisdom to a topic heavily distorted by Hollywood sensationalism.Subscribe to our Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxrRLZNk4WqPdgcac5vuWEQ Check out our website https://www.themanlycatholic.com/Shop our https://the-manly-catholic-store.checkoutstores.com/Get delicious coffee from https://www.mysticmonkcoffee.com/ Download https://tanbooks.com/tan-digital-app/ to access the incredible TAN Library! Use code 'MANLYCATHOLIC' to get 50% OFF your subscription!Contact us at mailto:themanlycatholic@gmail.com

The Cenacles of Prayer are a devotion of The Marian Movement of Priests, founded by the late Fr. Stefano Gobbi in the 1970's. The Marian Movement of Priests is a Catholic movement comprised of both religious and clergy with a mission to pray for the rebuilding of the church in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi.* Fr. Charles Becker is a priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago and a regular here at WSFI 88.5 FM Catholic Radio and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio. * To learn more about The Marian Movement of Priests, visit: www.mmp-usa.net

July 28th, 2026 - We welcome back Niwa Limbu to react to the Vatican urging dioceses to invite other religions into the Synod process. Then, we discuss the Archdiocese of Santa Fe telling Catholics to support their Muslim neighbors and their plans to build mosques. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! ACT@TheStationOfTheCross.com

Delivered by Leon from the Leon Satyawan from the Parish of Santa Helena in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. 1 John 4: 7-16; Rs psalm 34: 2-3.4-5.6-7.8-9.10-11; John 11: 19-27.OVERCOMING WORRY          Our meditation today has the theme: Overcoming Worry.There was a woman named Martha, married to a husband who was so patient,understanding and responsible. They were blessed with three children. Marthaonce shared her personal experience, that in their first years as a family, hervery kind husband really helped her to overcome her innate attitude which wasworry. She worried about many things that made her so reluctant to relate withother people. But as time passed, that worry was finally overcome. Today as Martha reminisces that past experience, shesees herself not only a person who was tormented by her own worry, but shefinds out that the profile of Martha in the Gospel had the same problem ofworry. Every human being and all of us have worries. Martha in the Gospel ismentioned at least in two instances when she was reminded by Jesus Christ ofher too much worries of the things that she was not supposed to have. She hadworries on the what would lead her to a fragile faith. She was reprimanded byJesus when she was so busy with works at home to serve Jesus, while her sisterMary sat near Jesus to listen to Him. She was also reminded by Jesus when shewas not sure that her brother Lazarus must had risen from the dead only by havingfaith in God. The prophet Jeremiah also worried when in spite offeeling grateful for his birth from his mother, he so worried about his being aman of God but who was so powerless in the face of his enemies. He seemed toloose faith in God. All these worrying experiences we have just mentioned giveus enough understanding that human anxiety and worry has weaknesses thatmust be overcome. If it is not overcome, it will become fear which is moredetrimental than to be a blessing for us. The nature of worry must be overcome and we canreplace it with our initiative and creativity in bringing goodness to our lifetogether. Let us remind ourselves, that with just one worry to occupy our mindand attention, we would have missed one opportunity to do good. When it isovercome, we will have more confidence in God who is with us all the time andworking within us. With just one worry to occupy our lives, we would have goneone some distances away from God who is actually with us. Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus would remind us withthis conviction: although we often worry about people and things that affectour lives, one thing that cannot escape from our attention is our beingattentive to look and to listen to God who reminds, who greets and whoilluminates our lives. Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... O Lord Jesus Christ, we ask that our livesand works will always be in the service of Your mission on earth. Our Fatherwho art in heaven ... In the name of the Father ...

A public opinion poll from the University of Chicago indicates many Chicagoans feel like violent crime rates are rising even though the data doesn't support it. We dig into why that is with contributors Adora Namigadde and Brandon Pope. Plus, we break down a countersuit from the Archdiocese of Chicago, and take the City Cast landmarks quiz. Good News: Sky vs. Sun, Sky vs. Aces  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, July episode: Broadway In Chicago - The Notebook Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

Delivered by Alice Budiman from the Parish of Salib Suci in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. Jeremiah 14: 17-22; Rs psalm 79: 8.9.11.13; Matthew 13: 36-43.THE REAL WORLD IS THE FIELD FOR OUR STRUGGLE The theme for our meditation today is: The Real Worldis the Field for Our Struggle. There was a student studying in the city, washaving a phone call with his parents in the village. He told them about manytemptations that always bothered him, such as love relationship between boysand girls who were not enough mature, fights between friends, laziness ortiredness in study, and many other evil influences around him. His father whowas speaking with him then responded, "We in the village also have problemssuch as I argue many times with your mother, your brothers and sisters are lazyto work and study, and a very poor signal almost happens everyday." Our life everyday is full with distractions. Thisworld and every human person who inhabits in it becomes the field of workintended by Jesus Christ who was sent by the heavenly Father. He was willing todie for our goodness and salvation. Sin, evil influences, disturbances anddifficulties of any kind always make our lives not in peace. According to thetoday's reading, these are the weeds that disturb our lives as followers ofChrist. None of us can go free from the threat of these weeds. Even though you try to do good and always intend toplease those around you, but there are still some of them who dissatisfy,disagree, dislike, oppose, and envy at you. They are all weeds who have notolerance on you. However, Jesus never gives up or stops giving us His lovingattention. Jesus Christ does not abandon us, and the Holy Spirit faithfullyaccompanies us. This is the reality of this world. We cannot avoid this world's reality. We can onlystand on our feet, keep walking on our way, and must be able to equip ourselveswith all the commandments and guidance of the Lord. Like the prophet Jeremiahwho lamented that this real life is broken because of sin and it really hopesfor God's mercy, we also should have an optimistic view about a better life wecan achieve. This attitude surely will support our purpose of being at homewith one another and contribute our sharing of active participation for therenewal of our lives and the world we are in. Let us free ourselves from theview that sees this life merely a dream or an illusion that can lead people toa pessimistic attitude and hatred toward this real world. When people dream to escape from the real worldbecause they can't stand the situation right now, this maybe like a car thatpasses a long road where some times endures the rocky part and some timesenjoys the smooth part. The rear wheels continue to dream or fantasize as theysay: "We want to be in the front position in order to arrive first, buthow can we ...? Many of us often fall into such dream, which means that theyare not comfortable, not optimistic and not realistic about this life on thisworld. We hope we are not part of this type of people, because we are stillrealistic and optimistic about this life and because God Himself is always withus.Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... O God, the almighty Father, may the HolySpirit always enable us to renew the world and our lives, and our fidelity toJesus Christ never fades from the faith that we profess. Glory to the Fatherand to the Son and to the Holy Spirit ... In the name of the Father ...

Send us Fan MailSt Anne is the Patroness of the Archdiocese of Detroit. We are celebrating the memorial of Sts Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus. Ben Sirach recalls those countless good people who have lived down through the ages but of whom nothing is known and everything forgotten. Generation after generation, they brought children into the world and handed on their traditions and will continue to do so.I have Mass on Sunday, July 26 at St. Isidore @ 7:30/9:30 amThe 7:30 am Mass will be live-streamed: https://stisidore.church/isidore-online/frjoedailey@gmail.com

Send us Fan MailThe second image is not about the pearl of great price; It's about the merchant.“The kingdom of heaven is like a merchant.” (MT 13:45)I have Mass at St. Isidore on Sunday, July 26 @ 7:30/9:30 am. We are celebrating the local feast of Sts. Anne and Joachim. St. Anne is the Patroness of the Archdiocese of Detroit. This homily is for those who are following the lectionary in Ordinary Time.frjoedailey@gmail.com

Homily for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A (26th July 2026) by Fr Mike Delaney, Parish Priest of the Kingston Channel Catholic Parish in the Archdiocese of Hobart

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Have a Social with the Saints! Receive encouragement for your daily life as we meet role model Blessed Stanley Rother, American missionary (San Antonio Seminarian!) to Guatemala, whose love for others endured to a martyr's end. Get a free quote card and pamphlet of Bl. Stanley Rother here. We invite you to share them with friends and family. We want to hear from you! What struck you about Bl. Stanley Rother? Please send us your feedback to ministry@pilgrimcenterofhope.org The official Socials with the Saints theme song is "Hero's Ascent" by Chris Haugen. Used with permission. We are so grateful to this month's sponsor, Deanna Villarreal, who made this podcast episode possible. Portrait of Blessed Stanley Rother by Jim Effler, used with permission from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. Thanks for listening, and remember, you are never alone in the communion of the saints! May God bless you. Help us spread hope!

We're joined by Sarah McDonald, Archdiocese of New Orleans communications director, with Clarion Herald update. We are joined by Maria Palma Smith, translator of the book Jesus, I Surrender Myself to You: The Life of Don Dolindo Ruotolo. Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment talks about mass readings: why are there different cycles every year for the mass readings?

As educators wrestle with the impacts of AI in the classroom, Father Dave welcomes back friend of the show Brett Salkeld to discuss what Pope Leo says to teachers in his latest encyclical Magnifica Humanitas. Brett is the archdiocesan theologian for the Archdiocese of Regina in Saskatchewan, Canada and the author of "Educating for Eternity: A Teacher's Companion for Making Every Class Catholic."  

He never wanted to be an administrator. He wanted to be a therapist, and to work in a food pantry. Instead, J. Antonio Fernández has a job that no layman had held in more than a century.He leads Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York. Not one organization, but 82 of them, 9,000 employees, more than 400,000 people served a year. And he still turns up at the food distributions most weeks.Ask him what people get wrong about the work, and he doesn't hesitate.We talk about the federal money that has disappeared, about being a landlord in a city debating rent freezes, and about the one thing he is certain no technology will ever replace.It's J. Antonio Fernandez on The Business of Giving.

Zip Rzeppa from Mater Media joins Adam to share about the Catholic Marriage Experience and the upcoming Catholic Speaker Series. Adam Refelcts on the day's Gospel. Are you seeking a Sign? BONUS CONTENT: Today's podcast episode features an interview with Msgr. Michael Witt and Teresa Holman reflecting on 200 years of the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Download the Covenant Network app today! Pray the Visual Rosary at VisualRosary.org For more information on Covenant Network, visit OurCatholicRadio.org

Delivered by Vici from the Parish of St. John the Baptist in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. Micah 7: 14-15.18-20; Rs psalm 85: 2-4.5-6.7-8; Matthew 12: 46-50.THE STAFF OF GOD'S POWER Our meditation today has the theme: The Staff of God'sPower. In many political traditions a staff or stick is used as a symbol ofpower. We remember Moses who used a staff to show that the power of God was atwork in him, when he was in his mission to lead the people of God to where theLord led them. Kings and presidents of various countries also use staff whichis the symbol of the power they hold. In the Church, the Pope and Bishops havealso staff with the similar meaning. The staff that is made of wood or metal refers to thepower or authority of the person who uses it. Even a stick of wood which isused by father or mother at home is enough to give us understanding that ifchildren violate the rules, they will be subjected to punishment be beaten withthe stick. Seeing what this staff or stick signifies, now we can furtherunderstand why  in the scriptures Godalways reveals His power through the symbolic staff being used by His chosenfigures who had so important duty to do. Today we listen to the Lord who says through theprophecy of Micah in the first reading, that He Himself shepherded His peoplewith His staff. Jesus the good shepherd also carried out the pastoral works byusing the high priest's staff, which until now has been symbolized by the Popeand Bishops. With that staff, the duty as leader and shepherd have itslegitimacy and strength to demand obedience and reliance from people who aresubjected to it. The staff of God has its powerful function in thepurification and deliverance of men and women believers from the power ofdarkness and sin. Satan, the ruler of darkness, when confronted with the powerof God that is symbolized by the staff, he will fall trembling and fear. Thatwas evident in every action of Jesus who was always present through words anddeeds, which instantly frightened the Satan who asked not to be tortured. Thisis the role of to the staff of God, that is to cast all our sins and to bethrown into the sea, says the prophet Micah. So we must look at the staff when it is shown to us insuch manner being held by the person in power, it is made as a support when westand, or when it is used to emphasize on something so important. Jesus referredto all the power that existed in Him, when He spoke that His true disciples andapostles were indeed His mother and His brothers. This statement of Jesussurely contains the teaching that is full with authority. This teaching isabout to carry out God's will which is to be the main task of every follower ofChrist. The staff of Jesus until now is in the hands of the Pope and the Bishopsof the Church. We must listen and follow our Holy Father and our Bishop.Let'spray. In the name of the Father ... O Lord, may our fidelity and obedience tothe Church always be strong and lasting especially through our obedience to theHoly Father and Bishop. Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the HolySpirit ... In the name of the Father …

Susi Torrico Susana "Susi" Torrico nació y creció en el noroeste de Indiana antes de mudarse al sur de California a los 19 años, junto con sus padres y su hermana, para estar más cerca de su familia materna. Como madre de un hijo de 20 años con autismo, se ha convertido en una firme defensora de los niños y jóvenes con discapacidades del desarrollo, alentando a las familias a buscar el apoyo y los recursos que necesitan.Católica comprometida, Susi participa activamente en su parroquia y tiene una profunda pasión por hacer de la Iglesia un lugar más acogedor para las personas con discapacidad intelectual y del desarrollo. Después de conocer SPRED a través de una colega, participó en la formación de SPRED ofrecida por la Arquidiócesis de Chicago en agosto de 2024.SPRED (Desarrollo Religioso Especial, por sus siglas en inglés) es un programa parroquial que ayuda a niños, jóvenes y adultos con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo a crecer en su fe. A través de una relación personal con catequistas capacitados, los participantes experimentan un profundo sentido de pertenencia y se integran plenamente a la vida, la liturgia y los sacramentos de la Iglesia Católica.Para conocer más sobre este programa, haz clic aquí: SPRED. Show Notes (English)A Church for AllSusi TorricoSusana "Susi" Torrico was born and raised in Northwest Indiana before moving to Southern California at the age of 19 with her parents and sister to be closer to her mother's side of the family. As the mother of a 20-year-old son with autism, she has become a dedicated advocate for children and young adults with developmental disabilities, encouraging families to seek the support and resources they need.A committed Catholic, Susi is actively involved in her parish and has a deep passion for making the Church more welcoming to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. After learning about SPRED through a colleague, she participated in SPRED formation offered by the Archdiocese of Chicago in August 2024.

Sister Dede Byrne has witnessed death from both sides, as a physician and as a religious sister. She has sat with the dying, prayed with the suffering, and watched souls pass from this world to the next. Her message is urgent: the final days of life are spiritually invaluable and should never be intentionally shortened.Speaking in the shadow of the Archdiocese of Chicago's new suicide memorial and the growing acceptance of euthanasia and assisted suicide, Sister Dede insists that mercy is real, but presumption is dangerous. "From the saddle to the ground, mercy is sought, and mercy is found," she quotes, emphasizing that Christ offers every person a final opportunity to choose Him. But no one can definitively judge the state of a soul at death. That belongs to God alone.The interview turns to the crisis within the Church: SSPX excommunications, the Vatican's relationship with China, the Synod on Synodality, and debates over homosexuality and the Latin Mass. Sister Dede acknowledges the confusion but rejects despair. The faithful response is not outrage; it is prayer, the sacraments, and fidelity to Christ. She points to Fatima and the Blessed Virgin Mary's promise of triumph, urging believers to "pray, pray, pray" and remain steadfast.The crisis is real. But the triumph is certain. Sister Dede calls on Catholics to hold the line, not with anger, but with hope.Make the switch today to iCatholicMobile today!iCatholic Mobile—supporting the Catholic faith with every connection.https://www.facebook.com/icatholicmobile https://www.icatholicmobile.com/ HELP SUPPORT WORK LIKE THIS: https://give.lifesitenews.com/?utm_source=SOCIAL U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenewsJohn-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rev. Michael Pfleger, the St. Sabina parish leader for 45 years, has been removed from his position as the Archdiocese of Chicago investigates another accusation of sexual assault against him. We break down the latest reporting with contributors Brandon Pope and Anna DeShawn. Plus, WNBA All-Star Weekend returns to Chicago next week, and we've got cyclosporiasis updates.  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this July 15 episode: Visit Bloomington Destination Madison Newberry Library Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 

Father Dave is in the midst of his 30-Day Challenge to instill healthier habits, and he welcomes Michele Sotak and Father Lou Cameli to discuss the intersection of faith and fitness. Michele is a personal trainer in addition to her role as Director of Service Ministries at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago. She and Father Lou developed and launched a ministry called "Faith and Fitness" for the Archdiocese of Chicago, which is also found on YouTube.  

Father Chris Palladino, J.C.L., on New Role as Judicial Vicar by Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Msgr. Peter Vaccari. Msgr. Vaccari is a priest of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn. He is president of the “Catholic Near East Welfare Association” and the president of its operating agency in the Middle East, the “Pontifical Mission for Palestine”. Msgr. Vaccari was the rector and president of St. Joseph's Seminary in Yonkers, New York, the seminary of the Archdiocese of New York and the dioceses of Brooklyn and Rockville Centre.  Before serving at St. Joseph's, he was rector of the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception in Huntington, Long Island. Msgr. Vaccari talks about his life, his vocation journey, how he has served the church of greater New York in a variety of capacities, and his insight into the humanitarian crisis facing vulnerable communities across the Middle East, Northeast Africa, India and Eastern Europe.Support the show

rWotD Episode 3353: Sacred Heart Knanaya Catholic Church Chicago Welcome to random Wiki of the Day, your journey through Wikipedia's vast and varied content, one random article at a time.The random article for Thursday, 9 July 2026, is Sacred Heart Knanaya Catholic Church Chicago.Sacred Heart Knanaya Catholic Church located in Maywood, Illinois in the United States is the first Knanaya Catholic Church established outside the juridical boundary of the Syro-Malabar Catholic Archeparchy of Kottayam. This church is also the first church of the Knanaya Region under the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Catholic Diocese of Chicago. The migrants from the Archdiocese of Kottayam living in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin were members of this parish at the time of its establishment on 24 September 2006. The parishioners were formerly members of the Knanaya Catholic Mission established by the Archdiocese of Chicago since 28 October 1983. Later another church was established in Morton Grove on 18 July 2010 for the parishioners living in the north side of 90 Expressway. The church was elevated as a forane church by Bishop Mar Jacob Angadiath on 22 March 2015. The parish servers around 400 Knanaya Catholic families.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:48 UTC on Thursday, 9 July 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Sacred Heart Knanaya Catholic Church Chicago on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm generative Matthew.

We're joined by Johnny Hebert as he gives his Gospel reflection. Sarah McDonald, communications director of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, talks about stories we can find in this week's issue of the Clarion Herald. Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee talks about vocations, the priesthood and influential priests in his life.

Kim Specht from the Archdiocese of Saint Louis joins Adam to share how we can support the missionary work of the Church by praying the World Mission Rosary. Given to the Church by Archbishop Sheen, the World Mission Rosary encourages us to pray for a different continent with each decade of the Rosary. Fr. Ray Atwood returns as we are another week closer to the Beatification of Venerable Servant of God Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen! Today, Fr. Atwood shares how Archbishop Sheen viewed Eucharistic Devotion and Adoration as a necessary component of the spiritual life. Adam reflects on the Gospel reading. Are you praying for the master to send laborers for the harvest? Download the Covenant Network app today! Pray the Visual Rosary at VisualRosary.org For more information on Covenant Network, visit OurCatholicRadio.org

Celebrating the Catholic history behind America's 250th anniversary. PLUS, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia prepares for the 2026 finale of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage.

Hour three of the Marc Cox Morning Show tackles accountability at every level, from Washington to the Vatican to the Supreme Court. It opens with TMZ's report that Mitch McConnell was unconscious during a recent hospital emergency, reigniting the debate over aging leaders overstaying their welcome, before the Marc Cox Shortlist covers the trans-kids-in-sports fight and Josh Shapiro's push to radically reform the Supreme Court. Former U.S. Senator Jim Talent joins to explain how American strength has crippled Iran's regional power and to back Justice Thomas's read on birthright citizenship. The conversation turns to faith with JD Vance's public clash with Pope Leo over immigration and the Archdiocese of San Francisco's bankruptcy filing tied to decades of abuse claims. Kim on a Whim closes the hour with a deep dive into the Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling, featuring Kayleigh McEnany's textualist breakdown and a hard look at what real immigration enforcement costs. Strength, accountability, and the rule of law, that's Hour 3 of the Marc Cox Morning Show. Hashtags: #MarcCoxMorningShow #Hour3Recap #MitchMcConnell #JimTalent #IranPolicy #SupremeCourt #BirthrightCitizenship #JDVance #PopeLeo #KimOnAWhim #CommonSenseConservative #FamilyFaithFreedom #STLTalkRadio #971FMTalk #RuleOfLaw Guest List: Former U.S. Senator Jim Talent (Hour 3, Segment 2)

On this episode of Catholic Forum in commemoration of the Semiquincentennial of our country, after a news update from The Dialog, we'll take a listen back to Bishop Koenig's two homilies from the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage masses at St. Christopher's in Kent Island and at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Wilmington.  The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage concludes this weekend in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and as we look back on the previous 250 years of American history and what may be possible in the next 250, there is no better time to remember that our faith in the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist can sustain us and give us hope each day.    As always, listen to the complete audio version of Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. If you're in Delmarva or South Jersey you can also listen on Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington (supported by the Faith and Charity Appeal!) Please like, subscribe and share.

On this week's journey, we will meet a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel who continues to serve our country through the men and women who are active in the military. Hear her experiences in the military and the vital role of the Archdiocese for Military Services, USA. In this episode, you will hear about : Why is the ministry of the archdiocese so important? What unique spiritual challenges do military members and their families face? Why is it so important for Catholics serving in the military to remain connected to the sacraments and to a faith community? Continue Your Journey: Guest information and helpful resources. Jewel for the Journey: "Prayer is the best armor we have." - St. Pio of Pietrelcina Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support

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Are you ready to learn more about the theology of the body? Where to even begin? Who is the theology of the body actually for? What terms do we need to know in order to understand it?Today's episode is part IV of a series on the theology of the body with guests Chris O'Neill, Director of the Office of Marriage and Family Life for the Archdiocese of New Orleans, and Trey Weaver, Coordinator of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Baton Rouge. With Jillian, they'll suggest some resources, texts, and videos to start with or use on your journey of diving deeper into the theology of the body!And don't forget to email your questions to info@springsinthedesert.org!Links:Part I: Getting Started With Theology of the BodyPart II: What does "Theology of the Body" even mean?Part III: What Jesus' Body Teaches Us About Our SufferingJohn Paul II, Man and Woman He Created Them: A Theology of the Body Theology of the Body ExplainedPaul VI, Humanae VitaeKarol Wojtyła, Love and Responsibility John Paul II, Familiaris ConsortioJohn Paul II, Mulieris DignitatemJohn Paul II, Dives in MisericordiaPaul VI, Gaudium et SpesPaul VI, Lumen GentiumEdward Sri, Men, Women, & The Mystery of LovePatricia Polacco, Luba and The WrenMichael O'Brien, Island of the WorldSigrid Undset, Kristin LavransdatterSheldon Vanauken, A Severe MercyOther resources: The Passion of Christ in the GospelsMoana (2016)Lion KingLife is Beautiful (1997)Babette's Feast (1987)

Dozens of rural Catholic churches in Iowa are about to lose their weekend mass. Today, we hear about the changing map of midwestern Catholicism. First, we hear from a Vinton resident who's Catholic parish has appealed to the Vatican in effort to keep weekend mass in the wake of the Archdiocese of Dubuque's final 'Journey in Faith' restructuring plan. University of Iowa professor Kristy Nabhan-Warren joins to discuss what this initiative means for churches losing eucharistic mass and how this juxtaposes a recent increase in attendance at Catholic churches in urban dioceses, including Des Moines. Then, Deacon John Robbins of the archdiocese explains the mission behind 'Journey in Faith,' and answers listeners' questions.

The Islamic Community Center of Illinois (ICCI) is raising funds to purchase the former Our Lady of Victory Church from the Archdiocese of Chicago with Cardinal Cupich's approval. Today's Sponsors: https://brooklynbedding.com — Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code TAYLOR at checkout. https://shopremi.com/TAYLOR for 50% off your custom night guard from REMI. Real Estate for Life: https://realestateforlife.org/ (and select "Dr. Taylor Marshall Show") https://nsti.com/checkout/?rid=pJNK69 This is the NSTI discount link to receive your $1 jump start at New Saint Thomas Institute for your Catholic Bible in a Year, Catholic Bible Cheat Sheet, and Catholic Lifetime Reading List and 10 Catholic Courses from Dr. Taylor Marshall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Vance sat down with Monsignor Shamleffer for a wide-ranging conversation about faith, technology, human dignity, and the challenges facing society in an age of rapid change.They reflect on artificial intelligence, the role of work in human flourishing, and why technological progress must remain focused on serving people rather than replacing them. The conversation explores Catholic and Protestant approaches to faith, the importance of symbolism and tradition, the meaning of suffering and the vocation of the priesthood.Along the way, Monsignor Shamleffer shares insights from decades spent in pastoral ministry and what it means to remain grounded in faith while navigating profound cultural and technological shifts.Monsignor John B. Shamleffer is a prominent Roman Catholic priest and canon lawyer in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. He has served as the long-time pastor at Ste. Genevieve du Bois parish in Warson Woods, MO, and previously led St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish in south St. Louishttps://articulate.ventures/lbchttps://www.legacyinterviews.com/#VanceCrowe #Catholicism #ArtificialIntelligence #FaithAndTechnology #PopeLeoXIV

In this episode, Adam goes on the road to visit with Archbishop Mitchell Rozanski. Archbishop Rozanski reflects upon the upcoming bicentennial celebration of the Archdiocese of Saint Louis. Adam also welcomes back Allan Smith—author, evangelist, and member of the Archbishop Fulton Sheen Foundation advisory board—for a conversation on Fulton Sheen and the Battle for Souls. Adam reflects on the day's Gospel reading. Is it worth losing heaven? Download the Covenant Network app today! Pray the Visual Rosary at VisualRosary.org For more information on Covenant Network, visit OurCatholicRadio.org

Canon Benjamin Norman, ICKSP, was ordained in 2018. He currently serves at Most Holy Rosary Chapel (St. Vincent's School For Boys) in the Archdiocese of San Francisco. In Today's Show: Could you please touch on what is actually required as far as a “firm purpose of amendment” for a valid confession? Is it a mortal sin for a Catholic to go to a medium? Can an abortion be forgiven? What is the Catholic Church's position on dispensationalism as it relates to Zionism and protestant attachment to Israel? When did they start using the host as we know it today? My brother-in-law, who is Catholic, is cohabitating with his girlfriend. Would it be sinful to go to his house? And more. Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Shane Waters and Gemma Hoskins continue their first sit-down in over a year, working through the second half of the questions listeners submitted through the show's Facebook community. This is the follow-up to "The Mary Statue and Unanswered Questions, " a wide-ranging conversation about the unsolved 1969 murder of Sister Catherine Ann Cesnik in Baltimore, Maryland. Known to millions through the Netflix documentary The Keepers, Gemma has spent more than a decade investigating what happened to Sister Cathy, the young School Sister of Notre Dame who taught English and drama at Archbishop Keough High School.The Persons of InterestListeners asked about the figures who have circled this case for years. Gemma explains why "Brother Bob" has never been publicly identified, how the nickname came to stand for more than one man, and why she has stepped back from the theory she put forward in her own 2019 book. She and Shane talk through how a single murder sits at the center of a web of other abuse and other suspected crimes, and why that makes Sister Cathy's case so difficult to untangle.New Questions Around Father KoobGemma describes the women who have come forward in recent years with accusations against Father Gerard Koob, and walks through why, in her understanding, charges have been so hard to bring, including questions of jurisdiction and corroboration, since only some of the accusers were abused in Maryland. She recounts asking Detective Josh Battaglia to put her questions to Koob directly. Koob, who was the subject of a 2023 Baltimore Banner investigation by reporter Justin Fenton, continues to deny wrongdoing and says listeners are thinking of a different man. He has not been charged.Who Knew, and the Attorney General's ReportShane and Gemma discuss how much the staff at Archbishop Keough may have known, and why so many people went quiet after Sister Cathy was killed. They place it in the context of the Maryland Attorney General's 2023 report on clergy abuse in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, a 456-page document detailing the abuse of more than 600 children across decades and the conclusion that "no parish went untouched. " That history is part of what is driving the Archdiocese's current bankruptcy.Joyce Malecki and the Sealed FilesThe conversation turns to Joyce Malecki, the 20-year-old whose 1969 murder near Fort Meade has long been discussed alongside Sister Cathy's. Gemma updates listeners on the 2023 exhumation of Joyce's body, the family's still-unanswered request for thousands of pages of FBI files first sought in 2014, and the letter Senator Chris Van Hollen carried to the White House on their behalf. Shane makes the case for why physical evidence in an unsolved murder should never be destroyed.Cathy's FamilyGemma reflects on why Sister Cathy's family chose to step out of the spotlight after The Keepers, the heartbreak of learning their loved one's death may not have been random, and the dignity of their decision to protect their own peace.Content WarningThis episode discusses clergy abuse and violence.Frequently Asked QuestionsWho is Gemma Hoskins?Gemma Hoskins is a retired Baltimore teacher and former student at Archbishop Keough High School. She has spent more than a decade investigating the murder of her former teacher, Sister Cathy Cesnik, and was one of the central figures in the Netflix documentary The Keepers. She was named Maryland Teacher of the Year in 1992.Has anyone been charged in Sister Cathy's murder?No. The 1969 murder of Sister Catherine Cesnik remains unsolved, and no one has ever been charged.What is the Maryland Attorney General's report?Released in 2023, the report documented decades of child sexual abuse within the Archdiocese of Baltimore, naming Father Joseph Maskell among its most prolific abusers and identifying more than 600 victims across the Archdiocese.Who is investigating Sister Cathy's case today?Detective Josh Battaglia of the Baltimore County Police Department currently handles the investigation. He took overfrom Corporal Robin Teal after her retirement.Crisis ResourcesIf you or someone you know has been affected by abuse:US: RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline, 1-800-656-4673US: Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline, 1-800-422-4453UK: NSPCC Helpline, 0808 800 5000UK: Rape Crisis England & Wales, 0808 500 2222Our Sponsors:* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com* Check out Mood and use my code SHANE for a great deal: https://mood.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Maria Johnson and Inés Mersch discuss the fears and then the surrender to trust. Inés Huber Mersch is a faithful Catholic wife, mother, and grandmother residing in Mobile, Alabama. Her strong attraction to Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament led to her being invited to participate in the steering committee that brought Perpetual Adoration to the Archdiocese of Mobile and continues as one of the schedulers. She has also been a guest writer at Catholic Mom. Links in Show: Broken By Me by Inés Huber Mersch Read all articles by Maria Morera Johnson

Cardinal Robert McElroy removed Monsignor Rossetti as exorcist of the Archdiocese of Washington, DC, because Msgr. Rossetti publicly identified Aliens UFOs as the appearances of demons. https://brooklynbedding.com — Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code TAYLOR at checkout. Real Estate for Life: https://realestateforlife.org/ (and select "Dr. Taylor Marshall Show") https://nsti.com/checkout/?rid=pJNK69 This is the NSTI discount link to receive your $1 jump start at New Saint Thomas Institute for your Catholic Bible in a Year, Catholic Bible Cheat Sheet, and Catholic Lifetime Reading List and 10 Catholic Courses from Dr. Taylor Marshall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick tackles the heated debate over renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War, weighing whether this signals realignment or empty bravado, while threading through the risks faced by religious minorities as government classifications shift and anti-Catholic voices grow bolder among power brokers. One moment snaps into focus on the rise of Christian nationalism and the uneasy possibility of theocracy-influenced policy; the next, Patrick pivots to the digital anxieties fracturing generations as technology encroaches on how people gather and worship. Listeners drop raw testimony about confession and faith, lending the episode its unpredictable charge. Patrick reads and responds to emails questioning the way he says “The Department of War” (00:53) Jamie – Regarding the Dept. of War list, is it a bigger concern that Catholics one day will be taken off that list of recognized religions? (05:39) Patrick reads and responds to a Mormon military officer’s post about the Dept. of War’s updated list of recognized religions (18:55) Patrick in Atlanta - The liberal inroads have been made in the military and degraded the morale and morality of the institution. The reset on the name of it is according to structure change and organizational change. (23:51) Ann - Will the Archdiocese of Military Services be protected and will Mass continue for the Catholics overseas? (28:32) Bear attacks in Japan (33:36) Patrick responds to an email about young people not liking A.I. (39:20) Jennifer (email) - I almost became a Sedevecantist. Be careful who you listen to and notice who's making money off telling lies about Holy Mother Church and our Holy Father. (46:03) Amy (email) - I have been on cloud 9 since my valid confession

Nineteen years as the Archdiocese of Washington's exorcist ended within a week of Monsignor Stephen Rossetti posting a video that called most UFO sightings demonic.SOURCES, LINKS, AND PRINT VERSION: https://weirddarkness.com/exorcist-ufosLook for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://pod.link/1078714736*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.#WeirdDarkness, #WeirdDarkNEWSNOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice.

This week on “Jesuitical,” Zac and Ashley speak with Mary Kate Polanin, the executive editor of The Good Newsroom, the digital news outlet of the Archdiocese of New York. They discuss the important and changing role of diocesan communications, Catholics in the digital space and New York's new archbishop. In Signs of the Times, Zac and Ashley discuss Pope Leo's surprising and historic choice to lead the Vatican's Dicastery for Communication and dig into the advice “Magnifica Humanitas” offers to each of us when it comes to navigating our relationship with A.I. Plus: Pope Leo heads to Spain on Saturday—and Bad Bunny is hoping they cross paths.  Links from the show: Pope Leo appoints president of EWTN News as head of Vatican communications America's coverage of “Magnifica Humanitas” Bad Bunny wants to meet Pope Leo XIV. In Madrid, a crossover event is in the works. The Good Newsroom You can follow us on X and on Instagram @jesuiticalshow.   You can find us on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/jesuitical.  Please consider supporting Jesuitical by becoming a digital subscriber to America magazine at americamagazine.org/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pope Leo is set to become the third pope to enter the Sagrada Família during his visit to Spain. Meanwhile, the Archdiocese of Washington removes an exorcist over remarks linking UFOs to demonic activity. And, the Vatican halts the shutdown of a Chicago Catholic school.