Podcast appearances and mentions of bishop daly

On this episode, Bishop Burbidge:   Invites the faithful to pray for the cardinals as they enter the Conclave   Reacts to the “Pope Trump” meme posted by the White House over the weekend Applauds Governor Youngkin for vetoing dangerous legislation that threatened life, religious liberty, and parental rights while expressing deep concern over the governor's approval of HB 1609 (IVF & embryo banking) Supports the creation of the White House's Religious Liberty Commission and encourages collaboration   Condemns the new Washington state confession law requiring clergy to break the seal of confession and praises Bishop Daly's defense of the sacrament: “Even to the point of going to jail”   Have a story of hope you would like to share? Text your message or leave a voicemail: 703-778-9100  

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Bishop Thomas Daly, of the Diocese of Spokane, to discuss Senate Bill 6298: What does it say? What's the purpose? Is Senate Bill the right approach to protect the safety of children? Get clarity and take action!

What's the solution for smartphone portal pollution? Dr. Tom Curran answers the question and encourages Catholics to be visibly present as the church in the world today! Tom references an upcoming Eucharist Procession with Bishop Daly and the upcoming film, Cabrini.

22 January 2022 | Third Monday in Ordinary Time | Menlo Park, Calif. This week, I share about our silent retreat with Bishop Daly of Spokane, Washington, and the first days of the spring semester, with comprehensive exams right around the corner. We also begin our new series of Carmelite conversations on St. Teresa of Avila's Interior Castle. What does it mean for the soul to go within itself, even to the innermost room? Opening music: “Shalom lakh, Miryam,” sung by Harpa Dei, 2021. All rights reserved. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/in-your-embrace/message

Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis share insights from a recent gathering for The Melchizedek Project with Bishop Daly and respond to anecdotes about seminary life.

More families are looking beyond government-run schools. Truly Catholic schools make a difference in parents' choices, says Bishop Thomas Daly. “I think this is a crucial time for school choice,” says Bishop Thomas Daly, Chair of the USCCB's Committee on Catholic Education on this first episode in the school choice season of Religious Freedom Matters. Bishop Daly joins hosts Andrea Picciotti-Bayer and Joan Desmond to share his perspective as a long-time educator and administrator at Catholic schools on the crucial importance that our schools “stay on mission” as more and more families are looking beyond government-run schools.

Many have heard of the new Synod launched by Pope Francis, but what is it all about? Father Darrin Connall joins Bishop Daly to discuss the Synod on Synodality. They discuss Pope Francis' call for the synod, the hopes for the synodal process and how that process will include the laity and clergy here on a local level before the Bishops meet in Rome. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

On this replay episode, Bishop Daly welcomes Dr. Doug Kries of Gonzaga Univerity's Philosophy Department. Dr. Kries is the author of several books, the most recent he co-authored with fellow Gonzaga professor, Brian Clayton, entitled Two Wing: Integrating Faith and Reason. https://www.amazon.com/Two-Wings-Integrating-Faith-Reason/dp/1621641953/ref=sr11?ie=UTF8&qid=1536361477&sr=8-1&keywords=two+wings For more on Dr. Douglas Kries, visit his website: www.douglaskries.com Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Douglas Kries, PhD.

Join Bishop Daly for a "best of" episode with Fr. Lucas Tomson as they discuss the brilliant life and unifying work of St. Augustine whose personal transformation has profoundly impacted Western Civilization for the last 16 centuries by providing a captivating template for knowing God. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Lucas Tomson.

Join Bishop Daly and Fr. Kyle Ratuiste for a special episode, Bishop Daly and Fr. Ratuiste are interviewed by a guest host as they share their vocations story and their hopes for a culture of vocations in the diocese. Fr. Kyle Ratuiste is the vocations director for the diocese and the parochial vicar at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Kyle Ratuiste.

Join Bishop Daly and Monsignor Mark Pautler as they discuss the history and purpose of Canon or Church Law. Monsignor Pautler is the Judical Vicar and Chancellor of the Diocese. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Monsignor Mark Pautler.

Join Bishop Daly and Father Pat Kerst as they discuss the realities of pastoring a parish during COVID. From virtual Masses to connecting with parishioners and keeping schools open, pastors had their hands full. Father Pat Kerst is the Vicar for Priests in the Diocese of Spokane and Pastor of St. Thomas More in North Spokane. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

Join Bishop Daly and Deacon John Ruscheinsky as they discuss the history of Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, the center's efforts to continue retreat ministry during COVID, the COVIC recovery center at IHRC, and the current plans for reopening this summer. Immaculate Heart Retreat Center offers a variety of facilities in an ideal environment for retreats and group meetings. Located on the Moran Prarie Immaculate Heart is truly a wonderful place to pray and ponder. www.ihrc.net Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

Join Bishop Daly and Fr. Daniel Barnett as they discuss St. Joseph. In a letter published in December of 2020 Pope Francis explored seven themes of fatherhood in the life of St. Joseph. These themes tell us about Joseph, but also about fatherhood, car, and the spiritual life. Join Bishop and Fr. Barnett as they divide into these topics. www.dioceseofspokane.org/joseph Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Daniel Barnett.

The obligation to attend Sunday Mass is being restored in the Diocese of Spokane on the Feast of Corpus Christi, June 6th. Bishop Daly wrote in his letter to the diocese, "God does not need to be worshipped. We, however, need to worship God out of a profound sense of gratitude for all the gifts He has given to us. The obligation to attend Mass should not be seen as a burden but rather an act of love for the Lord." Listen as Bishop Daly and Fr. Darrin Connall discuss the Mass and the importance of the Sunday obligation in our lives as Catholics. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

In this best-of episode, originally recorded in 2017, Bishop Daly interviews Father Gary Thomas. Fr. Thomas is the official exorcist of the Diocese of San Jose. He has served in that role since 2005 after being sent to Rome by the Bishop of San Jose to attend classes on the Rite of Exorcism. While in Rome studying, Fr. Thomas met a journalist, Matt Baglio, who asked him if he could write a book about his training as an exorcist. That book, The Rite: Making of a Modern Exorcist, was later adapted into a movie, The Rite, staring Anthony Hopkins. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Gary Thomas.

In this best-of episode, originally recorded in 2017, Bishop Daly interviews Father Gary Thomas. Fr. Thomas is the official exorcist of the Diocese of San Jose. He has served in that role since 2005 after being sent to Rome by the Bishop of San Jose to attend classes on the Rite of Exorcism. While in Rome studying, Fr. Thomas met a journalist, Matt Baglio, who asked him if he could write a book about his training as an exorcist. That book, The Rite: Making of a Modern Exorcist, was later adapted into a movie, The Rite, staring Anthony Hopkins. Fr. Thomas shares his experience with Bishop Daly, as well as the history and theology of exorcism. Stay tuned for part 2 of this special episode, which will be available on June 9th. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Gary Thomas.

Fr. Soler, the pastor of St. Charles, joins Bishop Daly to discuss the fire at St. Charles, the plans for recovery for the school and the parish. Fr. Soler also shares some about his unique background as a missionary priest in places as varied as Papua New Guinea and Greenland. Support St. Charles Parish and School here: https://stcharlesspokane.org/ https://www.school.stcharlesspokane.org/ Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

Bishop Daly welcomes Ailis Kirven and Ciara Vanderboom, two of the five sisters behind Thorny Grace, a small art business based out of Pasco, Wash. They discuss Catholic art, Brian Doyle's writing, and how the ordinary beauty of life can be part of evangelization. Check out Thorny Grace at https://www.thornygrace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thornygrace/ https://www.facebook.com/thornygrace Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

Bishop Daly welcomes JD Flynn, editor-in-chief and co-founder of The Pillar (https://www.pillarcatholic.com/), a Catholic news media venture. Bishop and JD discuss JD's background as a canon lawyer, journalist, and family man, then they dive into what it means to be a faithful and informed Catholic in a divisive media scene. How can you keep the faith when so many are vying for your clicks and seeking to fuel outrage as a business model? JD tweets at @JDFlynn The Pillar can be found at www.pillarcatholic.com and tweeting at @PillarCatholic Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: JD Flynn.

Bishop Daly welcomes Msgr Brian Mee to discuss a Lenten Study program on Dante's Inferno. Msgr Mee is hosting this series virtually online at staugustinespokane.org (staugustinespokane.org) and leading nearly 200 people in exploring the spiritual and literary meanings of Dante's Inferno. Join Bishop and Msgr. Mee as they discuss why we should read Dante and some of the highlights (or lowlights as it were) in Dante's Inferno. St. Augustine Website (staugustinespokane.com) Video series here: https://vimeo.com/user79882224 (https://vimeo.com/user79882224) Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios.

The Most Reverend Thomas Daly, Bishop of the Diocese of Spokane, will be our guest on the latest edition of Follow to Lead. Bishop Daly is the newly elected chairman for the Committee on Catholic Education of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. During this interview, we'll explore the role Catholic education played in his life as well as discuss the present condition and future of Catholic education in America. The bishop brings a wealth of experience to his new role, as he has taught and later served as the President of a Catholic High school for many years. Join us for this very special time with Bishop Thomas Daly on the next edition of Follow to Lead.

Bishop Daly welcomes Fr. Daniel Barnett to discuss the new program of priestly formation being finalized in Rome. The new program includes a new requirement called the propaedeutic phase. Father Barnett explains this new phase and the expansion of Bishop White Seminary to accommodate more young men entering formation. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Father Daniel Barnett.

After the COVID-19 shutdowns in the spring of 2020, Bishop Daly and his Vicars, decided to change up the radio show, rebranding it as Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly; the program continues as an interview program. Bishop Daly sits down with local Catholics to explore topics of faith. Bishop Daly welcomes Fr. Vic Blazovich, vicar for finance, and Chris Kreslins, director of stewardship and development, to discuss stewardship, how the diocese, how parishes, and how families can understand and practice stewardship as a way of life. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guests: Chris Kreslins and Rev. Victor Blazovich.

After the COVID-19 shutdowns in the spring of 2020, Bishop Daly and his Vicars decided to change up the radio show, rebranding it as Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly; the program continues as an interview program. Bishop Daly sits down with local Catholics to explore topics of faith. Bishop Daly welcomes Brian Kraut, Diocesan Director of Evangelization to speak about Evangelization, youth ministry and adult ministry before and during COVID. Brian Kraut served in parish ministry for over twenty years and has served as a diocesan director of evangelization for the past seven years. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Brian Kraut.

After the COVID-19 shutdowns in the spring of 2020, Bishop Daly and his Vicars decided to change up the radio show, rebranding it as Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly; the program continues as an interview program. Bishop Daly sits down with local Catholics to explore topics of faith. Bishop Daly welcomes Dr. Jospeh Mudd, Assistant Professor of Theology and Director of the Catholic Studies Program at Gonzaga University to the radio show. Bishop and Dr. Mudd discuss the Eucharist, the purpose of a Catholic Studies program, and the role of Catholic higher education. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Dr. Joseph Mudd.

After the COVID-19 shutdowns in the spring of 2020, Bishop Daly and his Vicars decided to change up the radio show, rebranding it as Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly; the program continues as an interview program. Bishop Daly sits down with local Catholics to explore topics of faith. Bishop Daly welcomes Deacon Nick Senger, principal of St. John Vianney, to the radio show. Bishop and Deacon Senger discuss their history as Catholic educators and Catholic education's difficulties and successes during COVID. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Deacon Nick Senger.

After the COVID-19 shutdowns in spring of 2020, Bishop Daly and his Vicars decided to change up the radio show, rebranding as Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly, the program continues as an interview program. Bishop Daly sits down with local Catholics to explore topics of faith. Bishop Daly welcomes Sister Mary Eucharista, SMMC to talk about her vocation story, and how we can reflect on the Year of the Eucharist in this Advent Season. Walking in Faith with Bishop Daly is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane. Walking in Faith is hosted by Bishop Thomas Daly and is produced and edited by Mitchell Palmquist. Free music for non-commercial use from Fesliyan Studios. Special Guest: Sister Mary Eucharista, SMMC.

Dr. Tom Curran interviews Bishop Thomas Daly, of the Spokane Diocese, about the confirmation of Justice Amy Coney Barrett, the Year of the Eucharist, Catholic education, and the call of local bishops to vote reject on R-90. Tom also interviews Matt Weller, parent at St. Charles Catholic in Spokane, to testify to the fruits of […] The post October 28 –Uncompromising Catholic Education: Bishop Daly Interview appeared first on My Catholic Faith Ministries.

Dr. Tom Curran plays the weekly message from Bishop Daly, of the Diocese of Spokane, about the situation of the Church with current social distancing provisions. Later in the program, Tom interviews Mindie Wirth from ParentsForSafeSchools.com about the important work of collecting signatures to qualify Referendum 90 for the election ballot. The post May 14 –Updates: Re-Opening Mass, Collecting R-90 Signatures, Fighting the Flesh appeared first on My Catholic Faith Ministries.

Dr. Tom Curran plays the recent message from Bishop Daly, of the Diocese of Spokane, about the re-opening of public Mass. Tom gives reflections on the mysteries of the Rosary to aid parents in leading their families in growing in faith at home. The post May 7 –Message from Bishop Daly: Reflections for Leading the Rosary & Growing in Faith at Home appeared first on My Catholic Faith Ministries.

Dr. Tom Curran broadcasts a message from Bishop Daly, Diocese of Spokane, in response to the Coronavirus. Tom reads a prayer for pandemic, calls on the intercession of St. Corona, talks about an Esther fast, and shares stories of how the Curran family is responding to social distancing. The post March 18 –Message from Bishop Daly appeared first on My Catholic Faith Ministries.

Bishop Daly shares his experience of meeting Pope Francis and talks about his time in Rome. Bishop Daly and the vicars also talk about the North American Seminary in Rome, and their own seminary experiences, letting some seminary rivalries show. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires. Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Photo: Rome in the Evening, Canva.com Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio

Charles Finck, a marriage and family counselor, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of forgiveness. Listen as Bishop Daly and Charles discuss the importance of forgivness, what it its and why it is so vital to relationships. Charles will be presnting on forgiveness in a parish mission at St. Mary Parish in Spokane Valley, February 23 - 25. https://stmaryspokane.org/events/living-with-forgiving-st-mary-parish-lenten-forgiveness-retreat Charles book on forgiveness can be found on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Forgive-Those-How-Others-Ourselves/dp/0988807807/ref=sr11?keywords=charles+finck&qid=1582326576&sr=8-1 Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Photo: Cross, (C) Canva.com Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio

_Due to a weather cancelation of a recent recording date we took a look through the archives to find one of our Catholic Schools episodes as we approach Catholic Schools Week. _ https://bishopandthevicars.fireside.fm/302 Bishop Daly sits down with the vicars to discuss Catholic education, one of the largest ministries of the Church. But what is Catholic education about and how does it fit into our spirituality? As pastors of parish schools, the vicars share experiences from their youth and from today of how the search for truth, goodness, and beauty permeate teaching and learning in our Catholic schools. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires. Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover photo: Catholic Schools Week Mass 2019 (C) Catholic Diocese of Spokane

Bishop Daly and two of the vicars discuss the upcoming ad limina visit. The ad limina visit traditionally occurred every five years. Bishops would travel to Rome to share with the Pope the work of their dioceses. As the number of dioceses has grown the visits have transitioned to an eight-year rotation. Bishop Daly speaks with his vicars about his upcoming trip, churches to visit, questions he hopes to ask the pope and much more. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires. Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Photo: Rome in the Evening, Canva.com Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio

This week on the podcast Bishop Daly and Vicars talk about the need for evangelization. With an increasing number of Catholic young people becoming nones the issue of sharing the faith is a pressing concern. Our hosts speak about the missionary nature of the church, beauty as a means to evangelize, the need for parishes to be welcoming, and the laity's call to mission. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires. Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Photo: Peeter Sion, St. Francis Xavier Evangelizing in India https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:PeeterSion-SaintFrancisXavierevangelizingthe%CE%99ndians.jpg Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. https://sacredheartradio.org/

Father Kyle Ratuiste joins Bishop Daly this week on the Bishop and the Vicars radio show. Fr. Ratuiste is the newly appointed diocesan Vocations Director. Bishop and Fr. Ratuiste discuss the role of a vocations director, how vocations are nourished in families and parishes, and the need for more vocations to the priesthood and religious life here in the diocese of Spokane. If you think you might be called to a vocation in the priesthood or religious life, reach out to your pastor as well as contact Fr. Ratuiste at: www.spokanevocations.org Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Photo: Libby Kamrowski// Libbykphotography Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. https://sacredheartradio.org/ Special Guest: Father Kyle Ratuiste.

Bishop Daly and the vicars of the diocese discuss St. Vincent de Paul and ‘stewardship’ - and how there is much more to the term than material things. Stewardship is an attitude and a way of life - and trusting in God. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires. Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Photo: canva.com Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. https://sacredheartradio.org/

As students begin another academic year, Bishop Daly and the vicars sit down and discuss the true purpose of an education and how it's a moral and intellectual privilege to come to know our world - and all the color and beauty within. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires. Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Photo: Books HD by Abhi Sharma https://www.flickr.com/photos/abee5/8314929977 Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. https://sacredheartradio.org/

In this episode of the Bishop and the Vicars, summer reading is on the table. Throughout the summer, many of us will take a few books to read on the beach, or in the backyard as the summer days stretch late into the evening. Bishop Daly and our three vicars share some of their favorites. Below is a list of some of the books discussed during the show. The Lord of the Rings - JRR Tolkien Black Robe - Brian Moore The Lord of the World by Robert Hugh Benson The Power and the Glory by Graham Greene Black Narcissus by Rumer Godden The Last Hurrah by Edwin O'Connor The Cardinal by Henry Morton The Edge of Sadness by Edwin O'Connor The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco Keys to the Kingdom _by AJ Cronin _Heaven in Stone and Glass by Bishop Robert Barron Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis The Great Divorce by CS Lewis Ben Hur by Lew Wallace Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires. Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Photo: Reading A Book On The Beach https://www.publicdomainpictures.net/en/view-image.php?image=106698&picture=reading-a-book-on-the-beach Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. https://sacredheartradio.org/ https://sacredheartradio.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/SHR_logo_Catholic-Radio-for-NW_814x1507-e1441387248540.jpg

I've talked a lot about abortion in the last month, since the New York legislature cheered it's extreme late-term abortion bill. Part of that story was how badly the legislation reflected on Christians. Just days after touting his Roman Catholic faith in a speech, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Reproductive Health Act into law, making it legal to kill unborn babies in his state all the way up to birth. I'm not Catholic, but I've long admired the Catholic Church's moral clarity and courageous stand on behalf of unborn children. When many evangelical and Protestant churches were AWOL on abortion, Catholic theologians stood strong, denouncing it as the evil it is. Pope Paul VI went even further in his famous encyclical, Humanae Vitae, condemning the culture of death and identifying the wrong ideas about sex and the human body at its root. In view of this history, the failure of top Catholic clergy to clearly confront and to, yes I will say it, excommunicate prominent members of their flocks like Cuomo when they openly defy church teaching on the sanctity of life is disappointing. Thankfully, not all Catholic shepherds have been silent in recent weeks. Some, like Spokane's Bishop Thomas Daly, spoke out boldly. In a public letter released recently, Bishop Daly urged that politicians in his diocese “who obstinately persevere in their public support for abortion should not receive Communion without first being reconciled to Christ and the Church.” He continued, “Efforts to expand access to abortion, allowing murder of children up to the moment of birth, is evil,” and “For a Catholic political leader to do so is scandalous.” Amen! I wish we would see more of this kind of moral clarity and courage, and not just from Catholics. In many ways, most Christian denominations, and many evangelical non-denominational churches, show worrying signs that even official doctrinal stances against abortion aren't accepted by average members. According to a survey last year by Pew Research, a staggering 48 percent of self-identified Catholics believe that abortion should be legal in all or most cases. Protestants aren't doing any better. I'm not even talking about liberal mainline denominations, many of which already caved on Christian essentials and which have been mostly abandoned by Bible-believing evangelicals. Conservative churches must confront the problem in their midst as well. Pew reports that an unbelievable 30 percent of self-identified Southern Baptists think abortion should be legal in all or most cases. For the conservative Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, it's 46 percent. And Pew reports that a majority—54 percent—of those who belong to the Presbyterian Church in America say they support legal abortion. Now, as Joe Carter points out at The Gospel Coalition, these numbers really are tough to believe. We're talking here about theologically conservative denominations. Despite Pew's excellent reputation, Carter suspects pollsters may have accidentally mixed in respondents from liberal, mainline churches. But, even if the numbers are as much as 15 points off, they still represent a catastrophic failure of discipleship in our churches. For a third to half of Christians in officially pro-life denominations to support legal child-killing means that there is a massive disconnect between pulpit and pew. Churches, Roman Catholic and Protestant and evangelical, ought to confront, withhold communion, and, if necessary, excommunicate members who support abortion, even those in the governor's mansions, state legislatures, and the United States Congress. The New Testament instruction on dealing with grave and unrepentant sin includes phrases like “purge the evil person from among you,” and even “hand them over to Satan.” But ultimately, we must deal with the failure of our churches to effectively teach a Christian view of the sanctity of life in the first place. Otherwise, public denunciations will be nothing but a band-aid—certainly not enough to stem the flow of innocent blood flowing in this country.     http://www.breakpoint.org/2019/02/breakpoint-abortion-in-politics-pulpit-and-pew/  

Bishop Daly is joined by the three vicars as they examine the most universal of Christian prayers, the Lord’s Prayer. Recently, Pope Francis and others have questioned the best way to translate the final lines, “lead us not into temptation.” Bishop Daly and the vicars share their thoughts and discuss how the Our Father has shaped Christian prayer over the centuries.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover photo: https://www.pexels.com/photo/bible-black-book-catholic-267557/ Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio

(3:26) Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) speaks with D.C. Correspondent Christine Rousselle about New York and Virginia's radical abortion agendas; his efforts to legally protect the unborn; and the future of the pro-life movement in the U.S. (7:08) We hear the stories of two Virginia mothers who faced with extremely difficult pregnancies. Both were advised to have abortions. Though the outcomes for these two women were very different, both their lives were changed forever. (21:30) Bishop Thomas Daly of Spokane, Washington made headlines last week for announcing that pro-abortion politicians should not receive the Eucharist in his diocese. Editor-in-chief JD Flynn quizzes Bishop Daly on his announcement, his thought process and his prayer life. Links to learn more: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/sen-sasse-va-gov-northam-is-a-creep-with-no-regard-for-human-dignity-18011 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/sen-ben-sasse-seeks-to-fast-track-bill-to-protect-abortion-survivors-40083 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/medical-care-for-abortion-survivors-blocked-by-senate-democrat-88856 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/legislators-propose-abortion-at-birth-as-state-level-fights-continue-53883 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/bishop-daly-pro-choice-pols-should-not-receive-eucharist-97896 This episode was sponsored by spiritualdirection.com.

Bishop Daly sits down with the vicars to discuss Catholic education, one of the largest ministries of the Church. But what is Catholic education about and how does it fit into our spirituality? As pastors of parish schools, the vicars share experiences from their youth and from today of how the search for truth, goodness, and beauty permeate teaching and learning in our Catholic schools.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover photo: Catholic Schools Week Mass 2019 (C) Catholic Diocese of Spokane Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio

Bishop Daly and the vicars are back for the new year. Before the liturgical season of Christmas finishes out, our hosts tackle the Creed. We say the Nicene Creed at most Sunday Masses; where did it come from, and why is such a statement of faith created by a council over 1500 years ago still used? Bishop and the vicars dive in as they continue a series on the parts of the Mass.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Music: Pedro Versus the World - Jingle Punks https://youtu.be/84eq146KLU8 Cover Image: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NiceneCreed#/media/File:Nicaeaicon.jpg Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio

Bishop Daly is without the vicars this week. Joining him are the campus ministers at WSU, EWU and Whitworth University. Fr. Lucas Tomson is the pastor at St. Thomas More Catholic Student Center at Washington State University. Fr. Paul Heric is the Director of the Eastern Washington University Newman Center, and Fr. David Kruse is the chaplain to the Catholic student organization at Whitworth University.  Bishop and the college chaplains discuss the challenges of working on campus. From the rise of anxiety to the loneliness that many college students face, and even the moral issues of the day make campus ministry a unique challenge and a great opportunity.   Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. Special Guests: Father David Kruse, Father Lucas Tomson, and Father Paul Heric.

Bishop Daly and the vicars return for a special episode for the feast of the Immaculate Conception, a great feast we celebrate during Advent. But what exactly is the Immaculate Conception and why should we care about it? Marian devotion is close to the heart for Catholics. It is particularly important in the Diocese of Spokane given that Our Lady of Lourdes is our patroness and more than 20 parishes and missions are named in Mary's honor. Listen in for the answers and interesting discussion. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Cover image: Statue of Mary, St. Thomas More Parish (C) Catholic Diocese of Spokane Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio.

Bishop Daly is without the vicars this week. Joining him are the campus ministers at WSU, EWU and Whitworth University. Fr. Lucas Tomson is the pastor at St. Thomas More Catholic Student Center at Washington State University. Fr. Paul Heric is the Director of the Eastern Washington University Newman Center, and Fr. David Kruse is the chaplain to the Catholic student organization at Whitworth University.    These three Catholic priests and Bishop Daly discuss evangelization on campus, how FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) works, and the unique challenges of the three campuses.    Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires. Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio.     Special Guests: Father David Kruse, Father Lucas Tomson, and Father Paul Heric.

Bishop Daly, recently returned from the USCCB, shares about the most recent Bishop Conference General Assembly. While some expressed disappointment that more was not done, there remains hope for continued action on the crisis.  Beyond the evil of the abuse crisis, Bishop Daly and the vicars take a look at the wider crisis in the Church and the world: individualism, the lack of authentic friendship, and the sexualization of so much of our culture. Good friendships among men are joked about as "bromances." Many don't know how to live authentic friendships beyond the use they get out of the relationship, and how such an individualistic culture is part of the roots of this present crisis in the Church. While there is no golden age for human relationships, is the way we view our fellow human beings part of the problem?   Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio.

Story after story fill the opinion pages about the heated rhetoric present in our modern culture; how it may be fueling violence, the polarization of politics, even threatening the joy of family gatherings. Bishop Daly and the vicars discuss civility and the need to recognize human dignity in the people with whom we engage in debate and discussion. Also addressed is the idea of the sacred, those places and situations, not necessarily religious in nature, that are set apart as special.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio.

During the vicars' summer break, Bishop Daly is inviting guests on the show to discuss important matters in the life of the Church. For this episode, Bishop Daly welcomes Dr. Doug Kries of Gonzaga Univerity's Philosophy Department.  Dr. Kries is the author of several books, the most recent he co-authored with fellow Gonzaga professor, Brian Clayton, entitled Two Wing: Integrating Faith and Reason.  https://www.amazon.com/Two-Wings-Integrating-Faith-Reason/dp/1621641953/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536361477&sr=8-1&keywords=two+wings Also discussed is an upcoming lecture series with Archbishop Charles J. Chaput and Robert Royal on the 20th Anniversary of the publication of the papal encyclical Fides Et Ratio. More information can be found here:  https://www.gonzaga.edu/news-events/events/2018/9/13/faith-and-reason-institute-lectures-robert-royal https://www.gonzaga.edu/news-events/events/2018/9/14/faith-and-reason-institute-lecture-archbishop-charles-j-caput  For more on Dr. Douglas Kries, visit his website: www.douglaskries.com      Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. Special Guest: Douglas Kries, PhD.

During the vicars' summer break, Bishop Daly is inviting guests on the show to discuss important matters in the life of the Church. For this episode, Bishop Daly, with the help of guest co-host Hilary Hammett, sits down again with an old friend from San Jose, Father Gary Thomas. Fr. Thomas is a priest and exorcist of the Diocese of San Jose. He received his training as an exorcist in Rome and offers consultations with other dioceses on the topic of exorcism. While in Rome studying, Fr. Thomas met journalist Matt Baglio, who evenutally wrote a book about Fr. Thomas' training. The Rite: Making of a Modern Exorcist, Baglio's book about Fr. Thomas' training as an exorcist, was later adapted into a movie, The Rite, starring Anthony Hopkins. Fr. Thomas also appeared on two episodes of the Bishop and the Vicars in the summer of 2017 to speak about exorcism and its role in the Church.  https://diocesespokane.podbean.com/e/season-1-ep-11-exorcism-what-does-the-church-teach-an-interview-with-fr-gary-thomas-part-1/ https://diocesespokane.podbean.com/e/season-1-ep-11-part-2-%E2%80%94-exorcism-what-does-the-church-teach-an-interview-with-fr-gary-thomas/  Father Gary Thomas has spoken on Exorcism, Deliverance, and the Healing Ministry of Christ to many audiences, a few excellent videos can be found below.  Fighting Temptation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJxfeEUfVK4 Talk at Colorado State University on Exorcism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIKxf-RYzP0  ----more---- Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. Special Guest: Father Gary Thomas.

This week 'Bishop and the Vicars' is without the vicars; instead, Bishop Daly speaks with a panel of guests: Hilary Hammett, Stephanie Hammett, Charlotte Oliva, Laura Oliva and Sister Mary Eucharista, SMMC. These Catholic women discuss the #MeToo movement, the role of women in society and the Church, and the importance of complementarity between men and women.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. Special Guests: Charlotte Oliva, Hilary Hammett, Laura Oliva, Sister Mary Eucharista, SMMC, and Stephanie Hammett.

This week 'Bishop and the Vicars' is without the vicars. Bishop Daly speaks with Fr. Daniel Barnett, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Spokane. They discuss the challenges and importance of discerning a vocation, and supporting young people who are discerning where God may be calling them.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. Special Guest: Father Daniel Barnett.

This week Bishop Daly and the vicars take a look at the Crusades. Often the Crusades are seen as a war of imperialism, but historical research shows us otherwise. Bishop and the vicars discuss why the crusades were called, why people went on a crusade, and why it matters to us in the 21st century. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio.

This week on Bishop and the Vicars Radio Show, the idea of virtue and men's spirituality is on the table. From calls for a "new knighthood of holy virtue" at the recent Phoenix, Arizona men's conference, to the rise in popularity of Jordan Peterson, the question of what it means to be a man in the 21st century is a pressing topic. Bishop Daly and the vicars take up the idea of how, as Catholic Christian men, we should pursue a life of Christian virtue and holiness. Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Archbishop Chaput speaks to Phoenix Men's conference on Knighthood and Virtue http://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/archbishop-chaput-encourages-new-knighthood-of-holy-virtue Matthew Smitz from First Things Magazine on "Jordan Peterson, Unlikely Guru" https://www.firstthings.com/article/2018/04/jordan-peterson-unlikely-guru 

This episode, Bishop Daly welcomes back to the show local author Marja Henderson. Marja has recently published a book entitled Long Shall You Live.   "Long Shall You Live is a memoir following the lives of a young couple, Mienus and Suze, during the Nazi occupation of Holland during WWII. It traces Mienus’ involvement in the Dutch resistance in Vlaardingen and Rotterdam as a young patriot, and his subsequent struggle to survive the horrors of Buchenwald concentration camp. This story shares the love and the faith of these first generation survivors following their liberation, and the challenges they faced immigrating to the United States. The book continues with the personal story of the author’s life as a second generation survivor, and the fulfillment of the commitment she made to her parents “never to forget and never let it happen again." -- From longshallyoulive.com Long Shall you Live is also available on Amazon.  -------- Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.    Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio. Special Guest: Marja Henderson.

Bishop Daly and the Vicars discus Advent, as the Church begins to prepare for Christmas and the coming of Christ.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio.  

Bishop Daly and the Vicars discus Advent, as the Church begins to prepare for Christmas and the coming of Christ.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio.  

Bishop Daly and the Vicars discuss the faithful departed, purgatory and our remembrance of the dead in the month of November.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 & FM 106.1 Sacred Heart Radio.

This episode Bishop Daly welcomes to the show local author Marja Henderson. Marja has recently published a book entitled Long Shall You Live.    "Long Shall You Live is a memoir following the lives of a young couple, Mienus and Suze, during the Nazi occupation of Holland during WWII. It traces Mienus’ involvement in the Dutch resistance in Vlaardingen and Rotterdam as a young patriot, and his subsequent struggle to survive the horrors of Buchenwald concentration camp. This story shares the love and the faith of these first-generation survivors following their liberation, and the challenges they faced immigrating to the United States. The book continues with the personal story of the author’s life as a second-generation survivor, and the fulfillment of the commitment she made to her parents “never to forget and never let it happen again.'" -- From longshallyoulive.com Long Shall you Live is also available on Amazon.  -------- Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Special Guest: Marja Henderson.

In light of the recent tragedy in our own community with the school shooting in Freeman, Bishop Daly and two of the Vicars discuss how tragedy impacts us, how we should respond as Catholics, how they have dealt with tragedies as pastors and finally how we find healing in the hope of the Resurrection.   Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 Sacred Heart Radio.

Bishop Daly and the Vicars discuss the concept of Christian hope. Focusing on the idea that hope differs from an unrealistic optimism, and how we as Christians can understand and live out the theological virtue of hope.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 Sacred Heart Radio.

Bishop Daly and the Vicars continue their discussion on Evangelization. How can Catholics practically begin to evangelize, how do we put ourselves out there? Also under discussion the Convocation of Catholic Leaders that happened in Orlando, Mormon Missionaries, Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS), things that identify us as Catholic, social media for evangelization and much more. Our Lady, star of evangelization, pray for us.   Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Also heard on AM 970 Sacred Heart Radio.

Summer vacation is here! At least for the Vicars, while they are away Bishop Daly welcomes to the show a friend from the Diocese of San Jose, Father Gary Thomas.  Fr. Thomas is the official exorcist of the Diocese of San Jose, he has served in that role since 2005 after being sent to Rome by the Bishop of San Jose to attend classes on the Rite of Exorcism. While in Rome studying Fr. Thomas met a journalist, Matt Baglio, who asked Fr. Thomas if he could write a book about his training as an exorcist. That book, The Rite: Making of a Modern Exorcist, was later adapted into a movie, The Rite, staring Anthony Hopkins. Fr. Thomas shares his experience with Bishop Daly, as well as the history and theology of exorcism.  -------- Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Special Guest: Father Gary Thomas.

Summer vacation is here - at least for the vicars! While they are away, Bishop Daly welcomes to the show Father Gary Thomas, a friend from the Diocese of San Jose.  Fr. Thomas is the official exorcist of the Diocese of San Jose. He has served in that role since 2005 after being sent to Rome by the Bishop of San Jose to attend classes on the Rite of Exorcism. While in Rome studying, Fr. Thomas met a journalist, Matt Baglio, who asked him if he could write a book about his training as an exorcist. That book, The Rite: Making of a Modern Exorcist, was later adapted into a movie, The Rite, staring Anthony Hopkins. Fr. Thomas shares his experience with Bishop Daly, as well as the history and theology of exorcism. Stay tuned for part 2 of this special episode, which will be avaliable the week of July 23.  -------- Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.  Special Guest: Father Gary Thomas.

The Second Vatican Council called the Eucharist the source and summit of Christian Life. This week, Bishop Daly and the vicars discuss the Eucharist and the celebration of the feast of Corpus Christi.  Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.   

As we enter into the wedding season, Bishop Daly and the vicars share their thoughts on the Sacrament of Marrriage and the practical realities of weddings.   Join Bishop Thomas Daly, Fr. Darrin Connall (Vicar General), Fr. Brian Mee (Vicar for Finance), and Fr. Pat Kerst (Vicar for Priests) as they talk about faith, life, and challenging issues of the day; always keeping in mind the joy our faith inspires.