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Bill Donohue on a controversial abuse settlement being paid out by the Archdiocese of Newark. Robert Royal and Father Gerald Murray discuss the first 100 days of the pontificate of Pope Leo XIV. Fr. Robert McTeigue on 'Synodality'.

Preaching for the Solemnity of the Assumption, Daniel Harrison offers a reflection on what is possible if we keep saying 'yes' to God: "We look in the world today and we see…What do we see? We could dwell in the uncertainty and confusion and pain and strife and the negative. Or we can take our ‘yeses' to what God is calling us to do and go into the marketplace of the world ... and be that good news."Danielle Harrison currently serves as Director of the St. Charles Lwanga Center, an apostle of the Archdiocese of St. Louis. She is also a member of the preaching team at King's House at Our Lady of Snows Center in Belleville, Illinois and is the President of Mission, Faith, Equity Consulting. Danielle received a master's degree in theology at Aquinas Institute, a Juris Doctorate degree from St. Louis University School of Law, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree in Preaching from Aquinas. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/08152025 to learn more about Danielle, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

It's a bittersweet day in our studio as Archbishop-Designate Mark Rivituso joins Adam for the full episode of Roadmap to Heaven. While we are sad to see him leave the Archdiocese of St. Louis, we are excited for this new chapter in his ministry as he heads south to the Archdiocese of Mobile, Alabama. Archbishop-Designate Rivituso shares his thoughts and memories after 37 years of priestly and episcopal ministry in St. Louis. Download the Covenant Network app today! Pray the Visual Rosary at VisualRosary.org For more information on Covenant Network, visit OurCatholicRadio.org

What if the biggest thing holding your parish back isn't a lack of programs—but a lack of missionary disciples? In this episode, I sit down with my team to explore a step in parish life that often gets skipped: evangelization formation. We're talking about the part of discipleship where people go from passive participants to confident, Spirit-led missionaries—and why that shift changes everything. We get honest about what it actually takes to form missionary disciples—not just run more programs. You'll hear real behind-the-scenes stories from parishes on the ground, practical tips that work, and ways they faced the most common roadblocks we see, like fear, self-doubt, or the sense of being alone in mission. We break down evangelization formation into clear, doable steps—like helping people pray out loud, share their story, and discover their charisms. Whether your parish is just starting out or ready to go deeper, this episode will shift how you think about forming people for mission—and give you the tools to start. [00:13] Series Overview: Choosing Evangelization Formation Ministry [01:15] Understanding Evangelization Formation [02:17] Characteristics of Evangelization Formation [13:39] The Role of Charisms in Evangelization [17:40] Team Approach and Mentorship in Evangelization [24:20] Programs and Ministries for Evangelization Formation [32:55] Discipleship and Mission [34:24] Practical Steps for Evangelization [35:58] Discernment in Evangelization Formation [39:22] Deep Investment in Leaders [41:34] Practical Ways to Discern Evangelization Formation [45:14] Stories of Evangelization Success Don't forget to check out Options for Evangelization Formation (https://equip.archomaha.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Options-for-Evangelization-Formation.pdf). And for more on the Clear Path, read the book, A Clear Path to Discipleship (https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Path-Missionary-Disciples-Parish/dp/B0CHL7DB58): How to Make Missionary Disciples in Your Parish. For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/. A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)

She has served as the Program Director for Play Like a Champion Today since its inception. Since 2006 the program has served over 160 thousand coaches and parents through a network of 280-plus partners across the United States and Canada. As a student-athlete she was a gymnast from youth through high school, and then, attending the University of Notre Dame as a Theology major, she was a varsity athlete on the cheerleading team, and now is a certified yoga instructor. On the faith side, she has worked with the Archdiocese of Detroit and has attended both the 2015 and 2022 Vatican Conference, including leading a panel at the latter.

Delivered by Maria Dewi, Cathrine Kusuma, Lukita Ananda Putra dan Stella Wijaya from the Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Revelatioan 11: 19a; 12: 1-6a.10ab; Rs psalm 45: 10c-12.16; 1 Corinthians 15: 20-26; Luke 1: 39-56.SPIRITUS FACIT NOBILEM              The title for our meditation on thissolemnity of Assumption of Our Lady into heaven is: Spiritus Facit Nobilem.This Latin expression means: the Spirit makes it great. There are many eventsthat amaze and surprise us. For example a very poor boy from village started abusiness from the very humble beginning, and after 30 years of all his labours,he later became the richest person in his country. Another example is about a child whowas quiet, shy and had never been cared for by those around him. After about 30years passed, he became a bishop, and those who never had attention of himduring his childhood have to pay respect and kiss his sacred ring. So many suchevents indeed allow us to ask: what is the most important factor in thechanging of all this? For this solemnity of the Virgin Mary, we also ask thesame question: what reason that can make this humble woman was taken up toheaven? The main answer should be the Spiritof God who makes all things happen. The Holy Spirit makes things great. Thereare other reasons can be also valid such as good fortune, a tireless andpatient labour, or supports from other people. But if we believe that the powerof God in His Spirit is at work, even though it is hidden or unnoticed, weactually have a concept of faith that is truly valid. The song of joy or magnificat by the Virgin Mary when shewas with her sister Elisabeth, shows a very clear sign that she was made greatby God. God's will always takes place in following His almighty power andprovindence. And so Mary's presence in the world had been made special, whichwas she conceived without any stain of original sin. She then became the doorfor incarnation, the Mother of God, and finally gave birth to the Son of God,Jesus of Nazareth. All the stories about her are about the very special deedsof God to her, that really made her great and mostly respected among men. Untilthis moment, Our Lady is still special to us because the Holy Spirit makes hergreat, and this grace has never been taken out from her. In fact in the prayerof “Hail Mary”, we always praise her with this expression. If our Lady wants to give us one ortwo pieces of advice, especially when we celebrate her solemnity today, we canask her to teach us to be great before God, and according to what God wills.Mary can not be separated from the Lord Jesus, her Son, so she for sure advisesus to always obey our Lord Jesus Christ. Our obedience is to follow His way,namely the way of the cross, His truth, namely the truth of the cross, and Hislife, namely the cross of life.Let's pray. In the name of theFather ... O Lord Jesus, teach us to always be united and with Your Mother Maryin the way of Your cross. Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the HolySpirit ... In the name of the Father ...

Robert Brennan discusses the film "Everest," Superintendent of schools in the Archdiocese of Mobile Chad Barwick previews the upcoming school year, and Fr. Den Irwin has our Sunday Reading Reflection.

Homily for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time (2025) by Fr Mike Delaney, Parish Priest of the Kingston Channel Catholic Parish in the Archdiocese of Hobart, Australia

Delivered by Vici from the Parish of Saint John the Baptist in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. Deuteronomy 6: 4-13; Rs psalm 18: 2-3a.3bc-4.47.51ab; Matthew 17: 14-20.FAITHAS BIG AS A MUSTARD SEED  Ourmeditation today is entitled: Faith as Big as a Mustard Seed. There was a factthat after a long time following the Master, Jesus Christ, the apostles provedto be unable to solve a problem they were facing. The sick person possessed bythe evil spirits could not be healed and freed from that severe torment. They obviously realized that something was wrong withtheir faith, but they didn't know exactly what was the matter. JesusChrist discovered that what the disciples really lacked was the strength,quality and essence of that faith even though they had been living with Him allthe time. Faith is likened to the size of a mustard seed, that is, although verysmall, it contains quality, strength, and is full of God's power. Such greatpotential will be able to do the impossible. The faithful person can commandthe mountain to move to another place. Concretelyspeaking, what does it mean by faith of the size of a mustard seed? The realmeaning here is that in a believer, God is the One doing and moving. Thisfollows what Saint Paul said, that his life was not from himself, but fromJesus Christ who lived in him. For example, you are asked by a friend to helprelieving a certain pain, as you believe that God will do everything. Prayers,faith, energy, thoughts, initiatives, work, materials that may be in great useto help, but God must be the number one given His space and opportunity to acton that sick person. Itoften happens that our human abilities are too much given the priority to acton our problems, and so we soon or later face the consequences obviously seenlike we are easily tired, bored, angry and giving up. This so happens becauseGod is not given His space and opportunity to act. Finally we will complainlike the apostles, namely why can't we heal or solve the problems ourselves?From His hidden place, God may whisper in this way: “Your faith is not strong.You don't ask Me to intervene.” Anotherpoint that signifies faith as big as a mustard seed is the awareness and loveto maintain the faith that is growing within us. Although small as a mustardseed, the temptation to underestimate it, to forget it and to neglect to carefor it must be as strong as possible to be overcome. From long ago Moses hadreminded of a loyalty, obedience and endurance to defend this faith. We areencouraged to never forget and abandon this small size of faith just becausethere is something new that comes and attracts our attention. We indeed havebasic teachings, holy scriptures, sacred traditions, spirituality that all ofthese must be well preserved, maintained and useful all the moments of ourlife. Only then can our faith endure to the end. Let's pray. In the name of theFather... O Lord Jesus Christ, Your Mother and also our Mother, the BlessedVirgin Mary is an example for a firm and genuine faith, just like a very usefulmustard seed. Guide us to always imitate her true faith. Hail Mary full ofgrace... In the name of the Father...

Delivered by Vivian from the Parish of Saint Thomas the Apostle in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. Deuteronomy 4: 32-40; Rs psalm 77: 12-13.14-15.16.21; Matthew 16: 24-28.SELF-DENIAL Our meditation today is entitled:Self-Denial. Exchange of goods in the past with the barter system occurred forexample bananas brought from the high lands to be exchanged with fish broughtfrom the beach. Times have changed and the exchange system has also changed, sothe term is no longer the exchange of goods, but buying goods. We use money toexchange items that we need in the shops and malls. Can a person's life be exchanged orbought in this manner? Someone takes himself to a money holder, then he istaken by a rich person and amout of money are transferred to the hands of theperson's family. Maybe it can happen at one particular moment, but thatincident can be classified as an abnormal act, or maybe even a crime. This type of exchange takes place inthe context of market and trade. The Lord Jesus teaches us one type of lifeexchange, but not a market system. He presents a new lifestyle for the sake ofobtaining the salvation of mankind, their bodies and souls. To those who chooseto follow Him, the main condition is to make a life exchanged: the person andits life direction. The style and worldly spirit thatmakes us selfish and brings us emptiness, or to instill in us the mentality tobe always served, are to be exchanged with a new lifestyle of Jesus, namely theself-denial,  shown by His own example ofcarrying out the cross. This is what the Lord has completely done, which is tobuy us from this world with a very priceless act of sacrifice. We are made Hisproperty through the sacrament of baptism and our entry into the Church. So weexperience an exchange of life that signifies God's ownership of ourselves. Thelifestyle of this world is exchanged to Jesus Christ's style of self-denial andcarrying out the cross. This does not mean that the world,culture and social life no longer claim to have us as their possessions, orinstead we ourselves lose status in this world. We in fact still experiencethis life in the world and we have it all. The point is that we have exchangedour lives with something of higher quality, namely as followers of Christ. Wealready have this dignity and we need to always experience how meaningful weare. The proof is that we promise to be faithful to God through our words andactions. This is what Moses reminded us not to forget this very importantstatus. Let's pray. In the name of theFather ... In Your power and mercy, O Father, we want to sanctify ourselvesthrough our words and deeds and continue to remain under the guidance of YourSpirit. May the spirit of self-denial tought by Jesus Christ always grow strongin us. Hail Mary full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...

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: What type of questions should a spiritual directee be asking his director, especially if scrupulous? What is one thing that Protestants do better than Catholics? The Knights of Columbus are having their supreme convention this week. How might a man discern if he is called to become a knight? What should be taken into consideration when discerning that call? Should the man speak with his spiritual director first? What are Catholic Universities doing to produce politicians, attorneys, scientists,  and engineers that keep priorities where they need to be on God? How can we explain the reconciliation between the teaching of the second vatical council with the one prior to that regarding religious liberty? Should we pray the whole 150 decade Rosary or is praying only 1/3 of it fine? St. Louis de Montfort said we would have a greater gift in heaven if we pray the whole one. 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!

We're live with Sarah McDonald, Archdiocese of New Orleans Communications Director, updates us on this week's Clarion Herald issue, Dina Dow, Director of Evangelization and Catechesis in the Diocese of Baton Rouge talks about 9th Convocation Celebrating Catechists and Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment talks about purgatory.

Delivered by Josephine Mercy Ho from the Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Numbers 20: 1-13; Rs psalm 95: 1-2.6-7.8-9; Matthew 16: 13-23.THE KEY OF HEAVEN Our meditation today is entitled: TheKey of Heaven. There is an outstanding lecturer known by his students as aperson with his firm attitude. His firmness is manifested in making decisionsthat cannot be revoked. For example he decides to give an exam to one studentafter another, he will be fairly and diligently to fulfill this duty until thevery last student. He firmly defends the student who is right, as he alsopunishes the wrong one. He is very well loved and proud ofbecause of his great attention to the students. He not only teaches them thenecessary knowledge but also educates them to become good human persons. Herepeatedly emphasizes to them the key to achieve independence and maturity. Tobe successful in study, the key is perseverance in every academic activity. Inorder to be respected among friends, the key is to respect them. To become an independent person, thekey is self-confidence and act within the limit of your abilities. To become anadult, the key is to practice to decide for yourself and carry it outresponsibly. The key to friendship and mutuality is patience, mutualunderstanding and trust in one another. The key to good health is to consumehealthy food, get enough rest and exercise. And many more keys that are veryhelpful. Today we have the divine light thatshows us the key to obtain a happy  lifethat is for ever, which we do not find in this world with various kinds of keysas mentioned above, but which we will find in heaven. Jesus gives His firstapostle Peter the key of heaven, after this apostle made his confession offaith. He made a personal confession of faith that Jesus is the One sent fromthe Father, the Son of God. Because of that confession of faith,all the other apostles and disciples were also involved in having the privilegeto come to heaven. All of us who follow Christ are also involved because wealways make our confession of faith, through the prayer "I Believe".The key to enter heaven in Peter's hands signifies that God is not selfish toown heaven, but He entrusts the heaven to us humans, who must be included inthe community of believers. A community should have a leader. Everyone should not push all the willto claim that he is more entitled to go to heaven, while others do not.Everyone has the same rights for heaven and Peter is given the authority to beour guide. He holds the key. Let's pray. In the name of theFather ... O  most loving Jesus, may wealways be faithful in our confession of faith and diligently carry it out toits completion. Our Father who art in heaven ... In the name of the Father ...

Need help choosing steps on the Clear Path of Discipleship that fit your community? Today, we dive into the heart of missionary transformation: the conversion moment. I sit down with my team to unpack why these moments matter—and how they're changing lives in real time. You'll hear unforgettable stories (like a bartender who became a parish secretary) and see how ministries like Alpha, ChristLife, and parish retreats are helping people truly encounter Jesus. But this isn't just about programs. It's about creating space for people to meet Jesus—and letting that encounter ripple out into the life of your parish. We talk about what's working, what's not, and how to choose a format that actually fits your community. We also get real about the challenges—and the surprising opportunities—of doing this in diverse or bilingual settings. If you're trying to figure out where to start, or wondering how to take your next step toward a more missionary parish, this episode is for you. Get ready to think big—and start small. [01:09] Understanding Conversion Moments [07:12] Why Parishes Need Conversion Moments [12:16] Pros and Cons of Different Formats [15:50] Small Groups and Flexibility [18:55] Unity in Multilingual Parishes [24:28] Cultural Shifts and Strategic Planning [29:45] Choosing the Right Conversion Moment [32:59] Forming Missionary Leaders [37:51] The Role of Discernment in Ministry [43:03] Practical Tips for Implementing Conversion Moments [46:24] Inspiring Stories of Conversion [51:52] Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them Don't forget to check out Options for Conversion Moments (https://equip.archomaha.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Options-for-Conversion-Moments-1.pdf). And for more on the Clear Path, read the book, A Clear Path to Discipleship (https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Path-Missionary-Disciples-Parish/dp/B0CHL7DB58): How to Make Missionary Disciples in Your Parish. For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/. A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)

Praying in the Spirit, What Does That Even Mean?Jude 20 “But you, my delightfully loved friends, constantly and progressively build yourselves up on the foundation of your most holy faith by praying every moment in the Spirit.”I decided to read through the book of Jude today, as it is a very short book. It is only one chapter. The author of this book begins by stating that he fully intended to write to them about our amazing salvation that we all participate in, but felt the need instead to challenge them to defend and contend for the beliefs that we cherish vigorously. He then warned them against false teachers and the fate of the apostates, and subsequently discussed Enoch's prophecy. He ended with a call to remain faithful.When I read the call to remain faithful, two verses jumped out at me. When I started writing this episode, the verse above immediately caught my attention. I felt that the Holy Spirit wanted me to discuss praying in the Spirit. The translation I used today is the Passion translation. It says that we are delightfully loved friends. It goes on to say that we should constantly and progressively build ourselves on the foundation of our most holy faith by praying in the Spirit at all times.I am sure we all want to build ourselves on the foundation of faith. With a firm foundation, nothing can shake us. Nothing can knock us off course. When our feet are planted on a firm foundation, we know we will be ok, we will feel safe. So how do we get this firm foundation we so desperately want? Today's verse says that we can pray in the Spirit all the time. Some of you may be asking, “Pray in the Spirit, what does that even mean?” Praying in the Spirit is another way to say praying in tongues.Praying in tongues is something that many people have heard of but few people understand. Praying in tongues is when the Holy Spirit is praying through you. It is when you surrender your vocal chords to the Holy Spirit. I know this probably sounds weird to you, and if so, I get it. When I was a high schooler, I accidentally went to one of my dad's charismatic prayer group meetings. I thought I was going to a sweet 16th birthday party, but that was in a different part of the building. When I heard them praising the Lord out loud and speaking in tongues, I thought they were all a little bit crazy. I had never heard anything like it before.Later in life, I heard a speaker talking about how she also thought speaking in tongues was crazy. She said she would pray to God to give her all the gifts of the Holy Spirit, except that one, because that one seemed crazy and she didn't want to be crazy or have people think she was crazy. Then life happened, and she had a really intense experience with a high schooler she was counseling at the time. She realized that she needed all the power of the Holy Spirit. She realized that it was crazy to limit God and not want all that He had to offer. God is only good. He is not going to give you a bad gift. His gifts will only build you up and bring you closer to Him. There are no bad gifts of the Holy Spirit.Let me take a minute to explain the gift of tongues. You can receive the gift when you are baptized in the Holy Spirit, which occurs when you are baptized, when you make your confirmation, and anytime you go through a life in the Spirit seminar. There can be other times as well; these are just the most common. Sometimes you will just be overcome by the Holy Spirit and receive this gift and start speaking in tongues like the apostles on the day of Pentecost. They all started speaking in different languages so that all those in the crowd could hear what they were saying in their native tongue.However, this is not everyone's experience. Many people who participate in a Life in the Spirit Seminar who wish to have the gift of tongues do not receive it right away. They need to practice saying sounds that do not sound like words. This is not easy to do, as most of us are afraid of looking stupid in front of other people.One of the ladies in the prayer group told a story about how she first learned to pray in the Spirit. The leader of her Life in the Spirit seminar had told her to practice in the shower, where no one else could hear, or down in the basement while doing laundry. She said she would go downstairs, and when the laundry was going, she would practice stringing random consonances together. During one life in the Spirit seminar, the leader described it as if you were talking to baby Jesus. You know how when we talk to babies, we always say things like goo goo gaa gaa. This is how you can practice trying to talk in the Spirit. It is not easy, as you have to surrender your voice to the Lord. Also, you have to be ok looking silly while you do it.If you decide to give this a try at home, I want to encourage you to keep trying it even if you feel silly. You don't have to do it all day every day, just a few minutes each day. Go somewhere private and practice saying nonsense words, or talk like a baby. For me, I just said the same thing over and over again. Ta, Ta, Ta, Ta, Ta…. I knew I wasn't speaking in tongues for the longest time, but I was willing to keep practicing. Then, one day I was on a retreat and I told the Lord, I wasn't going to leave the chapel until I was speaking in tongues because He had told me on a walk that He had given me the gift, so it wasn't Him standing in my way, it was me. After saying that word over and over again for a while, something shifted, and I knew it was no longer me saying it but the Holy Spirit praying through me. It was amazing! I was so excited.You might be asking yourself, What is the point of going through all of this just to pray in the Spirit or praying in tongues. Praying in tongues is a powerful kind of prayer. Do you ever struggle with what to say to God or what to ask God? Especially when things are really bad, or you are so far in the darkness you can't see any light? Praying in tongues is great when you don't know what to say. When you are praying in tongues, you don't even know what you are saying. It is a special prayer where the Holy Spirit relays the deepest desires of your heart to the Lord in a perfect way. It is the Holy Spirit speaking directly from your heart to the Lord. Wouldn't it be worth being a little uncomfortable and putting in a bit of work if it meant that you would be able to pray the perfect prayer to the Lord?Romans 8:26-27 says, “ Likewise, the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words.  And God, who searches the heart, knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.” The Holy Spirit knows what you need; He knows how to pray to God for all your needs. Why not let Him? If speaking in tongues is foreign to you, if you have heard of it but think it is weird, or you think you are not “holy” enough for that gift, I want to encourage you to bring your thoughts and feelings to the Lord. At least have a conversation with him about it. You wouldn't be listening to the podcast if you didn't want me to help you walk more boldly in your faith, and I know this would help exponentially. Most of the gifts are for the building up of the faith of the whole community. This one is for you and your faith journey. It can help others, too, but primarily it is to help you along your faith journey. Just think about it, pray about it, and reach out if you have any other questions.Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening to this episode today. Lord, you are amazing, and you bless us with so many gifts. Thank you! Lord, I ask that you speak directly to the hearts and minds of all those who are listening who cannot speak in tongues. I ask that you give them the courage to talk to you about it. I ask that you help them see that they have nothing to lose and everything to gain by asking for this gift.  Lord, I ask that you bless all those who want this gift with it. You are a dad who gives lavishly to your children. You give us so many blessings and gifts, and we are so grateful. We love you so much, Lord, and we ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus's holy name, Amen!!Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. I want to remind everyone that my retreat is just two months away, so CLICK HERE and check out all the details. I look forward to meeting you here tomorrow. I have a special witness tomorrow from Patty Schneier. She is a lifelong Catholic, housewife, and mother of three from the Archdiocese of St. Louis. She and her husband, Larry, are active members of their parish, where Patty serves as a cantor at Sunday Mass. During her 19 years of work in Catholic Radio, Patty hosted weekly radio shows, conducted countless interviews, and produced a daily podcast for Covenant Network Catholic Radio.  She has been a guest on EWTN, Ave Maria Radio, Catholic Answers Live, and numerous radio affiliates across the United States. She was nice enough to share a testimony with us, and I can't wait for you to hear it tomorrow. Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I! Have a blessed day!Today's Word from the Lord was received in January 2025 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “Have wisdom for yourselves and for those who hate you. Do not turn away from the words of my mouth. I delivered you. Walk in my wisdom.” www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

Catholic parishes and charities will have to pay $60 million as part of the settlement in the archdiocese's bankruptcy case. We'll get the details from Stephanie Riegel, Business writer for the Times Picayune/NOLA.com

Delivered by Ariel from the Parish of Saint Albert the Great in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Numbers 7: 9-10.13-14; Rs psalm 97: 1-2.5-6.9; 2 Peter 1: 16-19; Luke 9: 28b-36.EYES AND EARS ON GUARD Our meditation today is entitled: EyesAnd Ears On Guard. There is a young man for the third time dating with the girlhe so loves and he thinks that this time must give a positive result. Theprevious two occassions always ended in sadness because there were many problems.He evaluated himself and knew that his negative attitude had contributed to thefailure of those love relationships. Then he talked about it with his parents.His parents' adviced him in this way: our heart's decision to say and act forsomething is very dependent on our ability to see and hear. Our eyes and ears must always beactive to respond to the reality of other persons we love. When you see thatthe person next to you is busy with various jobs, or when the ears hear thatthe person's voice is rather soft and heavy, the decision of your heart willdetermine the action of your attention to him or her. The young man agrees tothat advice and is determined to make the opportunity of the third time dating tobe a good result. This can develop their love relationship up to the level ofmarriage. On the day of the feast Jesus revealsHis glory, transfiguration, the Word of God teaches us to experience the gloryand greatness of God through our capacity of seeing and listening. All threereadings describe the physical sight and hearing experienced by the prophetDaniel, the apostle Peter and his two colleagues. They saw the appearance ofGod and heard the sound that came directly from God. This is a direct faithexperience and for sure desired by many of us. When you happen to have suchexperience, you are like on the Mount Tabor where you can so marvel at theappearance of God's glory like the three apostoles. Today almost all of our faithexperiences are indirect happenings, but are considered and believed direct.Jesus says and manifests His glory through the action of the Holy Father,bishops or priest, or a brother who does good and loves us. Jesus is personallypresent but symbolized by the Eucharistic Bread which we always worship andeat. Jesus also stands at the pulpit and says directly but is represented by apreacher. Experiences like these are highly valued and continously help thegrowth of our faith. Our eyes and ears are very important intruments for thisgrowth. The problem is that if we do notlisten and see with good attention, we will lose the experience of the glory ofGod present in others, the environment, and the events of our lives. Let's pray. In the name of theFather ... O most loving Jesus, may we always desire to see and hear You inevery situation of our lives. Hail Mary full of grace ... In the name of theFather ...

Remember and honor the life and achievements of Bishop John W. Yanta on Saturday, Aug. 16. Yanta, a native of Runge and founder of the Polish Heritage Center at Panna Maria, will be remembered with a Mass at 4:30 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Panna Maria. A reception will follow in the Polish Heritage Center next door. The late bishop emeritus of Amarillo was born in Runge and served as an auxiliary bishop in the Archdiocese of San Antonio before being installed as bishop of the Diocese of Amarillo. He died in...Article Link

Episode Topic: Bridge BuildersAround the world, many observers are concerned about losing a sense of community as fewer and fewer people feel a responsibility to care for others. With a growing and often welcome emphasis on individual rights and freedoms, how should we—individually and collectively—think about our responsibilities to one another? In a world where ideological and cultural divisions seem to have deepened and caused terrible suffering, we are called to build bridges between people to face the challenges of our times. Be inspired by our speaker lineup of alumni and faculty who are bridge builders in a fractured world  – just like Fr. Ted.Featured Speakers:-Rev. Austin I. Collins, C.S.C. '77, Vice President for Mission Engagement and Church Affairs, University of Notre Dame-Elizabeth (Betsy) Bohlen '90, Chief Operating Officer, Archdiocese of Chicago-David Go '01, Vice President and Associate Provost for Academic Strategy, University of Notre Dame-Edward Hahnenberg '95, '97 M.A., '02 Ph.D., Author of Theodore Hesburgh, CSC: Bridge Builder (2020), Breen Chair in Catholic Theology, Chair of the Department of Theology & Religious Studies and Director of the Tuohy Center for Interreligious Understanding, John Carroll University-Tracy Kijewski-Correa '97, '00 M.S., '03 Ph.D., William J. Pulte Director, Pulte Institute for Global Development; Professor of Engineering and Global Affairs; University of Notre Dame This podcast is a part of the ThinkND Series titled Fr. Ted Said.Thanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles, courses, and other resources to inspire minds and spark conversations on topics that matter to you — everything from faith and politics, to science, technology, and your career. Learn more about ThinkND and register for upcoming live events at think.nd.edu. Join our LinkedIn community for updates, episode clips, and more.

Delivered by Kezia Nikita from the Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Numbers 12: 1-13; Rs psalm 51: 3-4.5-6a.6bc-7.12-13; Matthew 14: 22-36.THEBLIND DON'T GUIDE THE BLIND  Ourmeditation today is entitled: The Blind Don't Guide the Blind. The work ofguiding is of the same quality as leading, directing and teaching. Thispresupposes that the person who guides is a person more qualified than the onebeing guided. For example, teachers guide students and parents guide theirchildren or grandchildren. Godprovides our lives with a learning model to become something that is expected.The animals live naturally in this law, and how much more human beings who havecivilization, where reason and faith are the basic instruments used to guideand teach, must be something more extraordinary. God's chosen people such asprophets, apostles and priests are gifted with this ability. Thisspecial task can be seen as a privilege or honour. The elects are well aware ofthis special gift. Just like a bishop or priest or president with his specialduties, he is compelled to perform it responsibly and fairly. But on the otherhand, people who are jealous or don't like this privilege tend to see it assomething unfair, unnatural and untrue. Usually there is the influence of Satanwho fills them with ambition to power, then want that position or privilege. Thathappened with God's care and compassion for the Israelites who were inBabylonian captivity, but were illuminated by the prophet Jeremiah's prophecythat their deliverance really happened. This prophecy was opposed by people whodo not like God's will. They were like blind men leading the blind Israeliteson their way to their native land. Their behaviour is similar to that of thePharisees whom Jesus denounced. They were against the Lord Jesus Christ. Theevents described by today's Gospel reading are enough to explain to us that asmall or weak faith as shown by the apostle Peter, cannot be relied on to guideand teach others whose faith is not yet strong. What has happened is thaterroneous believers like the Pharisees thought they were capable of guidingothers. Yet it is the same as the blind leading the blind. It could be thatthey together fell into ruin. Or worse, it could be that they plunge peopleinto the valley of sin, while they know how to escape. To avoid this, one wisepiece of advice for us should be this one: the blind don't lead the blind. TheApostle Peter has now become a true model of our faith, because his faith isalready genuine. Let'spray. In the name of the Father... O Lord and our God, may in Your grace we canfill this whole day always with words and deeds that acknowledge Your greatnessand glorify Your name. Hail Mary full of grace... In the name of the Father...

Delivered by Lukita Ananda Putra dan Grace Larope from the Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Makassar and Evelyn Lo and Christiana Lengkong from the Parish of Saint Therese in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. Ecclesiastes 1: 2; 2: 21-23; Rs psalm 90: 3-4.5-6.12-13.14.17; Colossians 3: 1-5.9-11; Luke 12: 13-21.HOPE TO BECOME RICH The title for our meditation on this18th Sunday  in ordinary timeis: Hope To Become Rich. Naturally people in the world tend to make things,their fellow human beings, and non-material things to be their possessions. Itnormal for humans to have tendency to become rich. This is an element inherentin the human person and family or group of people. Hoping to be rich in thisworld becomes a basic desire. There is a family that has a habit ofpraying together, especially at night before or after meal. Every one reminds oneanother for that special opportunity so that all can participate. When one ortwo family members are rather late due to work outside, those in the house arewilling to wait. For the one who is out of town, he or she will pray alone, sothat it will be the same as those at home. In essence, every family membermakes this prayer together as a quality time, a very valuable opportunity theytreasure. Absent means a loss for the person concerned. By taking advantage of this specialopportunity, that family truly enjoys the real wealth or richness every memberand the entire family can have. What we mean by wealth, richness orpossession,  there are at least threeimportant elements we can reflect here. First is a sense of belonging to oneanother as a family. Here there is a family or home to be the first andfundamental element, therefore, people do not depend on the house, equipment,money and goods of this world. Every individual cares for each other and relateeach other so that they realize that none from them is excluded. Second, the sense of belonging issustained by the needs that unite every member to make a family. Notnecessarily people have a sense of belonging, create a strong binding amongthem and to be a very valuable home, if they do not strengthen their unity as afamily or community. The way to strengthen it is with regular meetings orencounters. Love and the need to complement each other will be stronger ifpeople regularly meet and interact. Third, a communion in and with God.Praying together, services and the priority for the glory of the kingdom of Godare the lifestyles of the followers of Christ. If Christians and followers ofChrist choose only the first two elements and are not complied with this third,they do not have the real wealth meant by God. We should hope for these richesto be our possessions: a sense of belonging as a neighbor, life in common aschildren of God, and the glory of God's kingdom. Don't make  your life useless just because these threethings are ignored. Let's pray. In the name of theFather ... O God, bless us that this Sunday celebration will be a renewedrichness for our journey of faith, and to make You our fundamental wealth inlife. Hail Mary full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...

Homily for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time (2025) by Fr Mike Delaney, Parish Priest of the Kingston Channel Catholic Parish in the Archdiocese of Hobart, Australia

Less than a month away from ordination, Fr. Zachary Ochsenbauer reflected on his journey to the priesthood. Ochsenbauer is a priest for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis (at the time of the interview, he was a transitional deacon).The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able to make a small gift to support the work of forming future Catholic leaders, you will be remembered in our prayers of gratitude: https://saintpaulseminary.org/support-saint-paul-seminary/

  Maria Morera Johnson and Inés Mersch talk about tending to our spiritual and physical needs. 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

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: Do I have to maintain a relationship with a hurtful sibling whom I have forgiven? How do we handle fear in times of illness and despair? How do I find a spiritual director? When should a man request the woman shift priorities and attention from her own family to his?   Is it permissible to use binding prayers and other methods of deliverance if one has proper authority? Is it possible that a Pope could ever teach heresy?  What does the Church say about swearing under oath in court? What makes the Catholic Church attractive to non-Catholics? If we go to confession and have anger, how then do we become absolved? 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!

Some episodes are just so good we have to air them twice! Tune in to this week's episode, a replay with one of our favorite guests!During National NFP Awareness Week, we thought it a great idea to welcome back a close friend of this ministry, Chris O'Neill, the Director of Marriage and Family Life for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Chris helps articulate why those carrying the cross of infertility may have mixed feelings about NFP, charting, etc., then helps us refocus on how to build deep, strong relationships with our spouse.Links⁠What's the Issue with IVF? podcast episode

“Don't be afraid of your heart—God's working there.” Fr. Colin Fricke joins Men of the Hearts podcast hosts Fr. Craig Giera and Fr. Drew Mabee to share how he discerned his call to the priesthood through the grace of the sacraments, unexpected encouragement from the Archbishop of Detroit, and appreciating the joys of everyday life. He reflects on how these blessings and more helped him grow in confidence and freedom, ultimately leading him to say “yes” to God's call.(0:25) Fr. Craig and Fr. Drew kick off the episode with a joyful welcome to Fr. Colin Fricke, a priest of the Archdiocese of Detroit who serves at St. Anastasia. The trio swaps stories about recent summer activities, including fireworks, parish life, and addressing the ongoing need for vocations in the Archdiocese of Detroit.(1:24) Fr. Colin shares how he celebrated the 4th of July with his family in Grand Rapids, where he enjoyed fireworks, sparklers, and wiffle ball with his nieces and nephews. He talks about the blessing of spending time with loved ones and witnessing their joy. He then talks about the joy he finds in playing volleyball, which leads to a discussion about how simple passions like sports can become powerful tools for evangelization.(8:34) Fr. Colin begins his vocation story by recalling the moment he watched a priest elevate the Eucharist at Mass and thought to himself, “I want the big Eucharist.” At the time, he didn't fully understand what that meant, but looking back, he recognizes it as one of the first seeds of his vocation to the priesthood. He then talks about growing up in Grosse Pointe, attending Mass regularly, and being inspired at his Confirmation to start reading the Bible. (16:00) Fr. Colin describes himself in high school as reserved and uncertain about his identity. In college, he began going to confession more regularly and discovered healing through that sacrament. While studying at Siena Heights University to become a teacher, Fr. Colin became involved in campus ministry, where others would occasionally suggest that he consider the priesthood. One day, while walking up the stairs to his dorm, he interiorly heard, “You should be a priest,” a moment that reignited the call he had sensed as a child.(22:00) After college, Fr. Colin began teaching in Catholic schools. He reflects on how the experience gave him a front-row seat to the joy of children, a gift that helped him understand how God sees us and invites us to be ourselves. As he continued teaching, Fr. Colin began reading St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, where he learned about authentic love, the beauty of the human person, and the gift of masculinity in service to others.(34:00) Fr. Colin started spending more time in Eucharistic adoration, especially at Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish, where he encountered a faithful group of praying mothers who encouraged him. He also received encouragement from an unexpected source: The Archbishop of Detroit, after visiting Fr. Colin's school, sent the young man a personal letter encouraging him to consider the priesthood.(38:30) Father Colin entered seminary in 2014, joining a class of men that included many of his friends today. Seminary was both a confirmation of his call and a time of deep personal growth. He learned to be more emotionally honest, to recognize and process his anger, and to live with greater freedom. He offers his advice to young men discerning and closes the episode with prayer.

Youth and young adults are beacons of hope and signs of hope in our world, according to Pope Leo XIV in his video message to young people gathered at Rate Field, Chicago. Listen to Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C share more in this segment of the Son Rise Morning Show on Sacred Heart Radio, about how young people hope in Christ and can inspire others to hope in Christ as well as we celebrate the Jubilee of Youth in Rome this week.The Jubilee of Youth is underway in Rome where young adults are invited to the Eternal City to partake in spiritual events, pilgrimage, and community with other faith-filled young adults. The Vatican estimates over 1 million youth and young adults will make the pilgrimage to Rome to partake in special Jubilee events and Mass. Pope Leo XIV said of young people in his address at Rate Field:“To, once again, the young people who are gathered here, I'd like to say that you are the promise of hope for so many of us. The world looks to you as you look around yourselves and say: we need you, we want you to come together to share with us in this common mission, as Church and in society, of announcing a message of true hope and of promoting peace, promoting harmony, among all peoplesWe have to look beyond our own - if you will - egotistical ways. We have to look for ways of coming together and promoting a message of hope. Saint Augustine says to us that if we want the world to be a better place, we have to begin with ourselves, we have to begin with our own lives, our own hearts (cfr Speech 311; Comment on St John's Gospel, Homily 77).And so, in this sense, as you gather together as a faith community, as you celebrate in the Archdiocese of Chicago, as you offer your own experience of joy and of hope, you can find out, you can discover that you, too, are indeed beacons of hope. That light, that perhaps on the horizon is not very easy to see, and yet, as we grow in our unity, as we come together in communion, we can discover that that light will grow brighter and brighter. That light which is indeed our faith in Jesus Christ. And we can become that message of hope, to promote peace and unity throughout our world.”Notes:Listen to On Mission: Jubilee YearYoung SaintsOther episodes about Young Adults View Synod on the Young People ResourcesPope Leo XIV Resources Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.

DescriptionFather Luke Marquard is a Priest of the Archdiocese of St. Paul Minneapolis and a member of the Companions of Christ. Ordained in 2013, he serves as the pastor of St. Joseph's here in West St. Paul, along with a Master of Divinity degree. He also holds a master's degree in Education from the University of Notre Dame.Check out St Joseph's Website: www.churchofstjoseph.orgLinksFor more information about the Better Preach Podcast visit: www.ryanohara.org/betterpreachBetter Preach Podcast is now on YouTube. Here's a link to the channel.Check out Ryan's FREE course on “sharing your faith as a Catholic.”Follow Ryan on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or FacebookJoin the Better Preach email list.

We're live with James Behan, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, Alan Migliorato, co-author of Failing Forward: Leadership Lessons for Catholic Teens Today talks about how to handle a new school year and all that comes with it and Dr. David Whidden, Theology Professor at Fran U talks about Catholics and AI.

The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis just marked 175 years, a milestone rich with faith, service, and resilience. Archbishop Bernard Hebda joins us to reflect on the Church's legacy, the evolution of the Catholic community, and what lies ahead for the next generation.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ 

The Board of Directors for the Duc In Altum Schools Collaborative recently announced that they have filled the position of Executive Director. Deacon Dana Nearmyer, from the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas will succeed Kyle Pietrantonio in that role. Join Fr. Randy Sly and Board Chair Pat Reidy as they talk with Deacon Dana about his background, his thoughts on becoming the Executive Director and the future of DIA.

Homilies by Cardinal Blase Cupich. Extern deacon of the Archdiocese of Chicago. Sister Servants of the Visitation.

In this inspiring episode of the Proclaim Podcast, host Eric Chow welcomes Mildred Moy, founder of Catholic Street Missionaries. Filled with joy and extraordinary faith, Mildred shares her powerful story of encountering God's relentless pursuit of her heart—a moment that changed everything. Leaving behind a successful corporate career, Mildred embraced her calling to serve the poor and bring Christ's love to the streets. Through Catholic Street Missionaries, she has empowered young people to step boldly into missionary discipleship, deepening their faith and discovering clarity in their vocations. Tune in to hear: -Mildred's moving journey from corporate life to full-time ministry -How a life-changing encounter with God set her on a mission to serve the poor -The vision behind Catholic Street Missionaries and its impact on young disciples -Stories of transformation and vocational clarity among participants -Encouragement for anyone discerning their own call to mission Whether you're curious about street ministry or looking for inspiration to follow God's call more courageously, Mildred's testimony will encourage you to listen for God's voice and respond with joy. Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @weareproclaim

We're live with Sarah McDonald, Director of Communications in the Archdiocese of New Orleans with Clarion Herald, Michael Lichens, talks about the book God Most Powerful: An Exorcist's Testament to God's Victory Over the Devil and Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment.

In episode 1900, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian, actor, and host of Podcast But Outside, Andrew Michaan, to discuss… Hunter Biden Claims Dad Was On Ambien During Debate, The WGA Wants An Investigation Into Stephen Colbert Cancellation, PLEASE STOP WEARING METAL INTO MRI SCANS, Catholic Church Calls In Exorcist To Deal With “Yeti Blood Oath” Scandal and more! Hunter Biden Claims Dad Was On Ambien During Debate The WGA Wants An Investigation Into Stephen Colbert Cancellation Stephen Colbert and CBS both say his show will end in May 2026 Sanders, Warren accuse CBS of canceling Colbert's show in appeal to Trump Paramount settles lawsuit filed by Trump over CBS interview with Kamala Harris The show’s over: Stephen Colbert is cancelled … and so is satire in America ‘True brain rot’: Skibidi Biden is Stephen Colbert’s worst contribution to society CBS Reportedly Lost $40 Million on Colbert’s Late Show This Year Trump Says ‘I Absolutely Love’ That Stephen Colbert Got ‘Fired’ and ‘I Hear Jimmy Kimmel Is Next’ PLEASE STOP WEARING METAL INTO MRI SCANS How a Fake Yeti Blood Oath Broke a Seminary in Denver The Catholic Church Reportedly Called in an Exorcist to Deal With "Yeti Cult" Running Bizarre Blood Rituals at Archdiocese of Denver ‘Yeti blood oath’ divides Denver seminary LISTEN: Linda Cubana by Arsenio RodríguezSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tommy talks about the New Orleans Archdiocese and their settlement plan. Plus, we talk about online scams.

Tommy talks to Stephanie Riegel about the archdiocese of New Orleans and their settlement plan.

On today's episode of Respect Life Radio, Deacon Geoff Bennett welcomes Father Thomas Morrow, priest of the Archdiocese of Washington and author of the new book, Achieving Chastity in an Unchaste World. Fr. Morrow has been a frequent guest on Catholic media platforms including EWTN, and is well known for his writings on virtue, relationships, and the spiritual life. In this thoughtful and timely conversation, Deacon Geoff and Fr. Morrow tackle one of the most challenging virtues in modern society: chastity. They discuss how our current cultural climate makes it increasingly difficult to live a chaste life. Fr. Morrow emphasizes that true chastity isn't merely about avoiding sin through sheer willpower or “white-knuckling” it—instead, it requires a conversion of the heart.  If you're interested in learning more or purchasing Achieving Chastity in an Unchaste World, you can find it here: Sophia Institute Press – Achieving Chastity in an Unchaste World

At a glance, Spirit of Grace church in Beaverton might appear to be just one of many progressive Protestant churches, not unusual in the Pacific Northwest. Its website and featured introduction video emphasizes that all are welcome, with an emphasis on LGBTQ people of faith who may not have been welcomed in other religious faiths - and even people who may be questioning their beliefs. But read the fine print or attend a service and both the Catholic and Lutheran theology that defines the church becomes clear. Until the mid-1980s, the congregation was Lutheran, but out of an attempt to shore up dwindling finances, the church began sharing its physical space with members of a Catholic church. Eventually what developed was one congregation that gathered each Sunday and was led by both a visiting Catholic priest and a Lutheran pastor. But in December of 2023, for the first time, the Portland Archdiocese barred Roman Catholic priests from any further participation at Spirit of Grace - and ordered any Catholics in the congregation to leave. But they stayed, choosing to keep their model, and instead of inviting visiting Roman Catholic priests, they called Rev. Vinci Halbrook-Paterson to lead. She had been serving on staff, but in the wake of the Archdiocese's decision, chose to be ordained by Roman Catholic Women Priests in May 2025. Halbrook-Paterson now co-leads the church and alternates leading services on Sundays with Lutheran pastor Robyn Hartwig. It is thought to be the only such Lutheran-Catholic congregation in the country. We hear more about the congregation, its evolution and its impact in the community from Halbrook-Paterson and two long time congregants, Lutheran Marie Gettel-Gilmartin and her husband, Mike Gettel-Gilmartin, who is Catholic.Beaverton’s Spirit of Grace church co-led by newly ordained Roman Catholic Woman Priest

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: How do we respond if we turn to God, but still don't get everything we want? A passage in Matthew says that the Lord gave the same sum of money to 3 individuals. One buried the money. Did he go to Hell?  ​​Is it ok for priests to smoke cigarettes? Can you explain a little about the different schools of spirituality within Catholicism, and how one can choose one that aligns with their own spirituality? Is there a different missal used for the ICKSP? Why does Leviticus 27:19 forbid shaved heads, cut-off beards, and tattoos? How can I support a struggling friend without risking my own limited funds? Is “Call to Action” a safe organization for Catholics to get involved with? 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!

In this episode of the Proclaim Podcast, host Eric Chow sits down with the vibrant and faith-filled Sue Coutant, Coordinator for Ministries and Outreach in the Archdiocese of Vancouver, supporting Marriage Formation. Sue shares how her love for Jesus animates her ministry—from leading Proclaim's Accompaniment Masterclass to sparking conversations about faith during her daily commute on the West Coast Express. Discover how Sue's studies at St. Mark's College helped shape her approach to accompaniment, why she believes relational evangelization is essential, and the missional opportunity she sees in marriage formation. In this episode, you'll hear:

Seventy adults were baptised in the Archdiocese of Dublin this April, up from just 39 in 2024. It's the highest number ever recorded by the diocese and the majority of converts were in their twenties and thirties. So, why is religion having a revival with some young people? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports:

In this episode of The Real+True Podcast, co-hosts Emily Mentock and Edmund Mitchell unpack the meaning and significance of the petition 'Give us this day our daily bread' from the Lord's Prayer. They explore its implications for personal spiritual growth and trust in God's provision. They discuss common experiences of unanswered prayers and the importance of having faith in God's plan. They also highlight practical tips, including journaling prayers and fostering a missionary spirit of trust in God's generosity, are shared. Listeners are encouraged to bring their petitions to God with trust and to act as intercessors for others.(00:00) Emily and Edmund introduce the episode topic, focusing on the Lord's Prayer and highlighting the relevance of its petitions in modern life. This episode covers specifically the petition “ introducing intercessory prayer as a key topic of this episode.(06:48) Edmund discusses how the "Lord's Prayer" reminds us of community and intercession. Prayer isn't solely individual; it's communal, involving praying for others' needs. Emily affirms this point by referencing the Catechism, emphasizing intercessory prayer as central to Christian solidarity and collective spirituality.(12:13) Edmund emphasizes practical prayer as integral to discipleship, exploring how believers handle requesting things from God and understanding unanswered prayers. The conversation stresses the need for realistic approaches to prayer that bridge the gap between spiritual expectations and everyday life challenges, encouraging practical faith expressions.(15:19) Emily explores the challenge of genuinely trusting in God's will while avoiding prematurely accepting suffering without expectation. She encourages believers to maintain real faith that God will answer prayers meaningfully, underscoring reliance on divine provision rather than passive resignation to circumstances.(22:23) Emily explains the concept of intercessory prayer teams, highlighting the Archdiocese of Detroit's initiatives. She describes these groups as spiritually gifted individuals specifically commissioned to pray for pastoral renewal and evangelization. The discussion underscores the transformative role such dedicated prayer teams have within church communities.(34:52) Edmund illustrates the dynamic of prayer through the relatable metaphor of a child persistently asking a parent for treats. He reflects on the difficulty believers often face applying this familiar parental dynamic to their relationship with God, urging listeners to embrace authentic childlike trust and persistent communication with the Father.(36:03) Emily concludes by encouraging listeners to revisit relevant Catechism sections and reflect deeply on the Lord's Prayer during personal and communal prayer, especially at Mass. She invites listeners to internalize the petitions' meanings and consider how they practically apply in their daily spiritual lives.An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.

We're live with Sarah McDonald, Director of Communication in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, talks about silence and its importance in the spiritual life and Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee dives into why we should confess our sins to a priest.

Our Lady of Lavang is the largest parish in the Archdiocese of Portland and serves the needs of their Vietnamese community. Fr. Randy Hoang joins Sarah to tell you about their humble beginnings, how his home parish had an impact on him, and the community continues to grow in size and faith.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

Maria Morera Johnson is joined by Inés Huber Mersch for a conversation about the Fruits of the Spirit, and how we can cultivate the virtues in our family.   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

Fr. Pat Driscoll on the newly appointed Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Mobile, Dawn Beutner has our Saints of the Month, and Francesca Fenton covers Cana Connections.

The Archdiocese of Detroit issues it's Latin Mass ban that evoked such outrage among the faithful that the bishop decided to hide the documents outlining his horrendous changes to the liturgy in his diocese. Sources:https://www.returntotradition.orgSponsored by Fidei Email:https://www.fidei.emailContact Me:Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.comSupport My Work:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStineSubscribeStarhttps://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-traditionBuy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStinePhysical Mail:Anthony StinePO Box 3048Shawnee, OK74802Follow me on the following social media:https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/https://twitter.com/pontificatormax+JMJ+

The Archdiocese of Detroit issues it's Latin Mass ban that evoked such outrage among the faithful that the bishop decided to hide the documents outlining his horrendous changes to the liturgy in his diocese. Sources:https://www.returntotradition.orgSponsored by Fidei Email:https://www.fidei.emailContact Me:Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.comSupport My Work:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStineSubscribeStarhttps://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-traditionBuy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStinePhysical Mail:Anthony StinePO Box 3048Shawnee, OK74802Follow me on the following social media:https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/https://twitter.com/pontificatormax+JMJ+