Podcasts about Blessed Sacrament

Bobby talks with priest and author Fr. Sean Davidson, who wrote a new work on understanding and praying with John the Baptist. They discuss John's witness of courage, his fidelity to truth under pressure, his commitment to Christ, and his focus on leading others to the Lamb of God.Check out Fr. Sean's new book Prophet of Fire: The Witness of St. John the Baptist: https://stpaulcenter.com/store/prophet-of-fire-the-witness-of-st-john-the-baptistFr. Sean Davidson was born in London and spent much of his youth in Ireland. He gave his life to Christ in the year 2000 and soon began to feel called to the sacred priesthood. Since being ordained on June 26th 2011, the solemnity of Corpus Christi, he has worked in a variety of different apostolates, always centered upon fostering adoration and love for Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. He is pastor of the parish of St. Joseph's in Stockport, Greater Manchester, England. Fr. Sean Davidson is the author of Saint Mary Magdalen: Prophetess of Eucharistic Love.-- Thank you for listening! For more info on our talks, books, and resources, please visit our website at: ⁠⁠⁠https://jackieandbobby.com/⁠ ⁠⁠If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/jackieandbobby

St Paul I [brother: Stephen II] 757-767 Paul II [Pietro Barbo] 1464-1471 Paul III [Alessandro Farnese] 1534-1549 Paul IV [Giovanni Caraffa] 1555-1559 Paul V [Camillo Borghese] 1605-1621 St Paul VI [Giovanni Montini] 1963-1978   St. Paul I: brother to Pope Stephen II and succeeded him--the sort of thing that could happen in the premodern era. This was the era of Pepin the Frank, where the Frankish kingdom had just become the papacy's welcome bulwark against the conquests of the Lombards and the intrigues of the Byzantines, who also wished to take back control of as much of Italy as possible; at the end of the century this would lead to the crowning of Constantine as Western Emperor and the final decline of Byzantine influence, although the Lombard dukes would take longer to diminish in importance. Pope Paul I had a reputation for honor and personal sanctity which were still common in that era.   Paul II: elected in the fifteenth century recovery and Roman Renaissance period following the Avignon period and the schism and wild experimental councils that ended it. His uncle was Pope Eugene II and apparently he became a priest after his uncle's election. Paul II was a big spender on building projects (probably still needed at the time), carnivals and festivals, and was a supporter of the arts. However, he also found it necessary to reign in some of the more ardent Renaissance figures of his day and closed something called the Roman Academy for its excesses toward paganism and moral turpitude. He made efforts, building on the conciliar period at the beginning of the century, to bring Russia into communion with Rome and to combat the Turks who had just conquered Constantinople; these big ideas and initiatives were, sadly, not successful. The Ottomans continued expanding for centuries to come and Russia is still very much in schism with Rome.   Paul III: An aristocrat of the Farnese family, educated at Rome and Florence; knew Leo X from their youth in Florence. He was a cardinal from age 25 until his election as Pope at age 66, a period embracing the excesses of Popes Alexander and Julius/Julian and the beginning of Luther's disturbances. He was enormously influential between his intellect, education, wealth, time in the Sacred College, and diplomatic skill. Finally he was elected Pope in a time of turmoil, less than 20 years after Luther's 95 theses. By that point he was old and respected and past some questionable periods in his youth. Apparently Paul saw immediately that a new general council was needed to address the outbreak of Protestantism, but his efforts to get one started were thwarted by Holy Roman Emperor Charles V's attempts to hammer out vague agreements that everyone could accept, and even more so by the power politics of the French under Francois I. He wanted the Holy Roman Empire divided and weakened, and did not care if heresy was the means to that end. In that light it is not surprising that he persecuted Protestants harshly within France itself. This became a recurring French policy and would culminate in the Thirty Years' War that devastated and practically ended the Holy Roman Empire as a united country. Pope Paul was not immune to concerns about the excessive power of the Holy Roman Emperors who had mistreated so many of his predecessors, Gregory VII in particular, but in this he may have been short-sighted; his family were traditional Guelphs who supported the Popes politically against the Emperors. In any case Paul III did get the Council of Trent started and, like Pope John XXIII, did see its initial sessions. Against Charles V's desires, they immediately set to work on some of the key issues regarding original sin, justification, and the sacraments. Meanwhile Pope Paul had begun many reforms of the Curia and Church discipline on his own initiative that after his death were taken up by the Council. He supported many of the new religious orders springing up in this era. Many see Paul III as a Pope of towering importance for the history of the Church.   Paul IV: Born of a Neapolitan noble family, brought into the Church by his uncle Cardinal Ottavino, but very attracted by the discipline of religious life. He, too, knew Leo X and was sent on diplomatic missions in his pontificate. Cardinal Giovanni, later Paul IV, eventually became a member of the priestly order set up by St. Cajetan. Because Giovanni was Bishop of Chieti, Theate in Latin, and because he was first general of the order, they became known as Theatines--a remarkably indirect reason. Protestant brigands sacked Rome in 1527 and the Theatines suffered greatly and went away to Venice for a few years, but Paul III believed they were needed in Rome and brought them back. Paul III made the future Paul IV a cardinal and employed him in reforming the Curia and in the Inquisition in Italy, where he was very strict if not harsh. Paul IV was very old at his election as pope and quite surprised by it. Legend has it that he might have refused the election if another cardinal had not announced that Charles V would veto Cardinal Caraffa if elected; in outrage at this attempt at meddling, Caraffa accepted. The Habsburgs shut the pope out of the serious issues of the era, especially the attempts at a political settlement with Protestants and issues around the succession to the Empire and forced the pope to ally with France. Unlike Paul III, Paul IV is not considered a successful pope. He promoted a very unworthy "cardinal-nephew" despite his own personal rigor; he was petty in awarding other family members with land taken from Spaniards due to his quarrels with the Habsburgs; he took probably very problematic measures encouraging harshness by Queen Mary in England and thwarting Cardinal Pole. He did take some actions toward re-establishing a Catholic hierarchy in the Netherlands and starting one in the Orient. He continued to encourage the Inquisition but at least had a reputation for being no respecter of persons in that regard, and he did disavow his problematic nephews after various failures.   Paul V: A relative of St. Catherine, his family was from Siena and had moved to Rome. In many ways he was a stiff canon lawyer and a bad negotiator. He got into a tremendously bitter dispute with Venice on grounds that to modern ears sound pretty bad: Venice refused to exempt clergy from civil courts. They did also forbid transfer of real property to clergy and required civil approval of new churches. Paul V put them under interdict, which they flagrantly ignored. The Jesuits, Theatines, and Capuchins left the city, and the other clergy apparently sided with the government. Much was written by learned men on either side, such as Baronius, Bellarmine, and the Venetian Paolo Sarpi--something of a quasi-Protestant and despiser of the politics of the Papal Curia. The French and Spanish governments helped broker a somewhat distasteful compromise--certainly distasteful to Paul V. Yet Paul V was not always so intransigent. He tried to reach a rapprochement with James I in England, asking that Catholics in general not be persecuted after the Gunpowder Plot but commiserating with the monarch over the attempted assassination, but the pope was rebuffed. An interesting note: According to J. Jungmanns, The Mass of the Roman Rite, Paul V signed a decree in 1615 allowing the Mass to be celebrated in Chinese, out of respect for the antiquity and learning of ancient Chinese philosophy, recognizing it as a peer to Latin or Greek. This decree was never transmitted and acted upon, and Benedict XIV a few years later decided differently. In administering Rome Paul V was more successful. Even though he promoted many members of his family, they in general served the administration well. He also got to celebrate many of the achievements of the sixteenth century: the new St. Peter's was finished, and he canonized or beatified saints like Charles Borromeo, Frances of Rome, Ignatius of Loyola, Francis Xavier, and Philip Neri. Sadly, his reign also saw the actual start of the Thirty Years' War.   Paul VI: Our first pope in living memory if we discount the preliminary discussion of the Piuses. Paul VI was a career Church diplomat, much like John XXIII and Pius XII. When John XXIII called the Second Vatican Council and then passed away a short time into its proceedings, Cardinal Montini was elected and took the long-disused name of Paul. He never publicly explained his choice in detail. It is widely believed that it was to hark back to the Apostle, far more than any kind of biretta-tip to a previous pope, although the legacy of Paul III and his reforms leading to the Council of Trent might be a distant secondary consideration. John XXIII had taken an even more disused name, the name of an Apostle, and Paul's legacy and its connection to Rome if anything makes it surprising that more Popes have not taken the name. In any case, Paul's pontificate was inevitably linked to the Council. His tasks were to celebrate and spread its messages, begin the authoritative interpretation of its statements, and carry out its intentions. In the event Paul was pope long enough to complete most of the latter: the enormous revisions to the Mass and to the Breviary or Liturgy of the Hours. He also implemented changes to the structure of the Curia in Regimini ecclesiae universae, a stream of influence on the later 1983 revision of the Code of Canon Law under John Paul II. Perhaps the final major document of the postconciliar period, the new Catechism of the Catholic Church, was not completed until 1994 and bears more of the mark of John Paul. Paul VI did not use the term "new evangelization" but made statements leading in that direction--for example, in the document Ecclesiam Suam on the Church's posture toward the modern world and in Evangelii Nuntiandi. He contributed to Catholic social teaching on the morality of economic development, especially in Populorum Progressio. In these ways he emphasized the positive developments begun during the Council. In other ways he took stands against the so-called "spirit of Vatican II" by emphasizing traditional doctrines. In Mysterium fidei he emphasized the continuing central role of the Blessed Sacrament in Catholic spirituality, and in Humanae Vitae he reiterated and put on a new, bolder, more consistently argued footing the traditions of Christian sexual morality, combating the unprecedented assault of the "Sexual Revolution" and paving the way for John Paul II to develop these ideas more fully in his pontificate.   Why Paul VII, and what would taking that name seem to imply for a 21st century pope? Using St. Paul as a reference point could never be inappropriate. In our contemporary situation the primary inference, an emphasis on the missionary calling of the Church, would again be foremost. Paul could also be used as a symbol of Romanness, but the political situation for that is hard to see reasserting itself any time soon. Obviously folk would assume a reference is being made back to Paul VI and to the Second Vatican Council. This, as even this short summary shows, would be an ambiguous reference. Is Paul VI the "liberal" Pope who fulfilled the Council's promise to rescue us from the Latin mumble Mass? Or is he the "conservative" Pope who was so out of touch as to condemn contraception? Paul III is a prominent enough figure that he, too, could serve as a reference point. In that case look out for a Third Vatican Council or (if Providence is truly gracious) a Fourth Council of Constantinople. The assessment of such a cardinal choosing to call out Paul III specifically (in addition to Paul the Apostle, Paul VI, and perhaps other great Pauls from Christian history) might be that the situation is parallel to the situation Paul III inherited in this way: The conciliar movement at the end of the Western Schism did not reach a stable resolution at Constance, Pisa, or Basle, but left smoldering embers that roared up as Protestantism and required the Council of Trent to address (unfortunately after enormous lasting damage was done). Similarly, the legacy of the Second Vatican Council is clearly unresolved. That is to say nothing of the millennium-old schism with the East, although this hypothetical Paul VII might or might not choose to embrace the goal of complete reunification of apostolic, sacramental Christianity--he might well decide that the Roman communion needs to heal its own wounds before launching itself more vigorously into that quest. In any case, a reference to Paul III might imply a belief in the need for another Council to settle the liturgical, administrative, and other problems still facing the Church.

While Saint Jerome is famous for translating the Vulgate and for his fiery temperament, how did the Eucharist shape his path to sainthood? Benedictine monk Fr. Basil Nixen (Monastery of San Benedetto in Norcia, Italy) joins host Anna Mitchell on The Son Rise Morning Show on the feast of Saint Jerome to discuss his new book from TAN Books, The Last Communion of St. Jerome. Fr. Basil explores the Renaissance paintings and pious legends depicting Jerome’s final moments, unpacking what the Church Father’s writings reveal about monastic devotion, Eucharistic reverence, and making the Blessed Sacrament the center of daily life. Stream now to listen!Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Banijay Americas announced that LUMINISCENCE, its immersive show created by LOTCHI, part of Banijay Live, opened at Sacramento's Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament on September 17, 2026. The Sacramento run is part of Banijay Americas' growing international reach, which turns notable sacred and historic spaces into settings for music, storytelling, and digital artistry. Performances continue on select dates through the end of 2026, in three versions: live choir and orchestra, live choir only, or recorded music with voice-over. The Cathedral is lit with 360-degree video mapping while guests hear the story of the landmark's history. Bishop Jaime Soto is quoted saying there could be no more fitting home for the show than the Cathedral, and LOTCHI co-founder Romain Sarfati praises the building's architecture and its place in Sacramento's history. Ticket prices vary by type of experience, discounts are available, and details are at luminiscence.com/sacramento.Clayton Ferguson is the Executive Producer and General Manager at Banijay Americas, where he oversees Luminiscence North America—an ambitious live entertainment venture blending storytelling, technology, and large-scale audience experiences. With more than two decades at the intersection of creativity and commerce, Ferguson has led global initiatives for powerhouse brands including Disney, NBCUniversal, Marvel, Sony, and Warner Bros. His work spans theme park development, touring exhibitions, and immersive productions tied to major IP such as Harry Potter and Jurassic World. In September, he brought that expertise to Sacramento with the debut of Luminiscence, a groundbreaking experiential production set to anchor downtown as a new cultural destination.

Let's take a moment to dive deeper into a powerful reflection inspired by St. Luke's Gospel, where Herod the Tetrarch's restless curiosity about Jesus takes center stage. This message isn't just a history lesson—it's a wake-up call for all of us living in an age overflowing with half-truths, clickbait, and endless streams of shallow entertainment.Ask yourself: Are you content to watch from the sidelines, letting rumors and digital noise shape your understanding? Herod's story warns us about the perils of snap judgments and the seduction of passively scrolling through life, never truly engaging with the truth.But we are called to something greater. Rather than settling for hearsay or spiritual autopilot, this is your invitation to rise above distraction and indifference. Take charge of your spiritual journey. Seek out the truth—not through idle curiosity, but with an open heart that longs for a real connection with God.Step beyond your comfort zone. Make space for silence, for prayer, and for encountering Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. When you do, you'll trade confusion for clarity and discover the peace and purpose that only an authentic relationship with God can bring. The choice is yours: Will you remain a passive observer, or will you embark on a transformative search for truth?

Fulton Sheen's Miracle: 61 Minutes Without a Heartbeat | The Road to BeatificationA baby was born without a heartbeat. For 61 minutes, doctors fought to save his life while his parents prayed for the intercession of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. What happened next would become the miracle that advanced Fulton Sheen's cause for beatification.In this episode of The Catholic Couple Podcast, Bobby Fredericksen shares the extraordinary story of James Fulton Engstrom, whose remarkable recovery was officially recognized by the Catholic Church as a miracle attributed to Fulton Sheen's intercession.As the Catholic Church prepares for Fulton Sheen's beatification on September 24, 2026, we explore the miracle, the unexpected postponement of his 2019 beatification, and the extraordinary life of one of the most influential Catholic evangelists in American history.In this episode, we explore:The incredible story of James Fulton Engstrom and the 61 minutes without a heartbeat.How the Catholic Church investigates and recognizes miracles.The difference between Servant of God, Venerable, Blessed, and Saint.Why Fulton Sheen's beatification was postponed in 2019.Fulton Sheen's influence on Catholic evangelization through television and media.His lifelong commitment to a daily Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament.What Fulton Sheen's life teaches us about prayer, suffering, holiness, and bringing others to Jesus Christ.Fulton Sheen reached millions through television, but his public ministry was rooted in his private prayer life. His example reminds us that evangelization begins with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.Whether you're discovering Fulton Sheen for the first time or have followed his teachings for years, this episode is an invitation to rediscover the power of Eucharistic adoration, the communion of saints, and the universal call to holiness.JOIN US FOR THE FULTON SHEEN CONFERENCE!We will be there on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, celebrating the life, legacy, and upcoming beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen!Learn more about the conference:https://FultonSheenConference.comTHIS MONTH'S CATHOLIC BOOK: TREASURE IN CLAYWant to discover the incredible life of Fulton Sheen through his own words?This month's featured book from My Catholic Library is Fulton Sheen's autobiography, Treasure in Clay.Discover his journey of faith, his experiences as a priest and bishop, and the spiritual life behind his extraordinary ministry.My Catholic LibraryUse code COUPLE10 to save 10% on this wonderful Catholic book subscription!LET'S CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION!What has Fulton Sheen taught you about the Catholic faith? Have his books, television programs, or devotion to the Blessed Sacrament influenced your spiritual life?Share your favorite Fulton Sheen quote or story in the comments below!Subscribe to The Catholic Couple Podcast for more Catholic teaching, inspiring stories, conversations about faith, and practical encouragement for living as disciples of Jesus Christ.#FultonSheen #FultonSheenBeatification #CatholicMiracles #CatholicSaints #TheCatholicCouplehttps://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85Purposelycatholic.com

Steve Barberieri talks to Fr Mark Wharton, an English convert whose path to the priesthood began by accident, sitting through two hours of Eucharistic Adoration because he didn't realise he was allowed to leave, ahead of the Abide women's conference in Bundoran this November. They trade stories of saints who spoke to God with startling familiarity, St Therese telling Jesus he owed her tenderness, Mother Elvira refusing to leave a chapel until she got her convent, and what it means to simply put people in front of the Blessed Sacrament and get out of the way. L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Boldness Before the Blessed Sacrament – Naoimh Barbieri and Fr Mark Wharton proviene da Radio Maria.

This homily draws its power from the Gospel of St. Luke, challenging every believer to live like Jesus—not just talk about Him. It's not enough to speak the good news; you must embody it in every action, every day. The heart of the message is a bold call for unity of life: true Christians don't compartmentalize their faith. Whether at home, at work, or in the world, your moral choices and spiritual habits—prayer, visiting the Blessed Sacrament—should remain unwavering.When suffering strikes, don't just endure; rise above it with forgiveness and dignity, just as Christ did on the cross. The homily also points out that Christ's earliest followers didn't sit back. They put their own resources and skills to work for Him. Today's Christians must do the same—bring your talents, your wealth, your energy to God's service. Let your faith break through the boundaries of a secular world, transforming every corner of your life.

What happens when someone attempts to desecrate the Blessed Sacrament? Catholic author Shaun McAfee joins Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell on the Son Rise Morning Show to share one of the most memorable Eucharistic miracles in Church history: the 11th-century Miracle of Trani, Italy. Shaun unpacks the astonishing account of a skeptical woman who stole a consecrated host to fry it in oil, only for the host to bleed profusely and turn into flesh. Discover how her immediate repentance led to the preservation of the sacred relics—including the pan itself—and what this dramatic event reveals about Christ's profound humility and real presence in the Eucharist. Stream the segment now!Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The parable of the two servants, one of whom lacks mercy and forgiveness, is a clear demonstration of how abundant and every ready is God's love, expressed in mercy and forgiveness. The story of Bl. Imelda Lambertini is amazing, and she focuses our attention on the divine love present in the Blessed Sacrament and Holy Communion. If you would like to contact me to provide feedback, suggestions  or to ask questions you can do this via email:frpchandler@armidale.catholic.org.auAlso if you would like to support me in this work, please send me an email and I will provide details for how you can make a donation. Music by TheNonVisibles from Pixabay

There is a peculiar wisdom in sitting before the Blessed Sacrament, a wisdom which cannot be hurried into us by books or lectures. Archbishop Fulton Sheen, who made a daily Holy Hour for nearly sixty years, discovered that the soul must sometimes cease talking in order to learn how to listen. “The Holy Hour became a teacher for me,” he wrote, because “looking at the Eucharistic Lord for an hour transforms the heart in a mysterious way.” It is rather like standing in sunlight: we do not grasp the rays, yet by remaining there we are changed by them. Sheen even said that his preaching and “every good thought” were born from that hour before Our Lord. Perhaps this is the wisdom the modern mind finds hardest to accept: that by doing apparently nothing but keeping company with Christ, we may become capable of doing everything else with greater truth, courage, and love. --- Help Spread the Good News --- Father Brian's homilies are shared freely thanks to generous listeners like you. If his words have blessed you, consider supporting this volunteer effort. Every gift helps us continue recording and sharing the hope of Jesus—one homily at a time. Give Here: https://frbriansoliven.org/give

Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel – Matthew 24:42-51 – Jesus said to His disciples: “Stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come. Be sure of this:  if the master of the house had known the hour of night when the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and not let his house be broken into. So too, you also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come. “Who, then, is the faithful and prudent servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household to distribute to them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master on his arrival finds doing so. Amen, I say to you, he will put him in charge of all his property. But if that wicked servant says to himself, ‘My master is long delayed,' and begins to beat his fellow servants, and eat and drink with drunkards, the servant's master will come on an unexpected day and at an unknown hour and will punish him severely and assign him a place with the hypocrites, where there will be wailing and grinding of teeth.” Memorial of Saint Monica Saint Monica, pray for us! Bishop Sheen quote of the day

Today's episode is about the Battle of Mohács and its significance. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from a legend. You will also learn how to say “Be grateful“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my version of the legend of Vysoka.Episode notesIn today's episode, I'm talking about the Battle of Mohács and its significance. In the Slovak lesson, you will learn a few new words from a legend. You will also learn how to say “Be grateful“ in Slovak. At the end of this episode, you can find my version of the legend of Vysoka.Slovak lesson1. povesť (legend) 2. zázrak (miracle) 3. kňaz (priest)4. sviatosť (sacrament) 5. monštrancia (monstrance)6. modliť sa (to pray)7. modlitba (prayer) 8. vďaka (gratitude / thanks)9. vďačnosť (gratitude)10. Buďte vďační (Be grateful)Povesť “Zázrak vo Vysokej”Niekde vo svete je svetadiel Európa. Niekde v tej Európe bola malá krajina dnes známa ako Slovensko. Na tom Slovensku, blízko Banskej Štiavnice, bola malá horská dedinka Vysoká. Jedného dňa, keď si dedinčania vykonávali svoju prácu, sa v neďalekom údolí ozval dupot koní a krik osmanských jazdcov. Hneď na to sa rozozvučal zvon na poplach a niekto skríkol: „Turci idú!“ Dedinčania vedeli, že nemajú šancu sa ubrániť. A tak všetci, aj starci, ženy a deti, v panike utekali hore strmým svahom. Dúfali, že v hustých dubových lesoch nájdu svoju záchranu.Miestny kňaz, otec Matej, rýchlo vzal z oltára to najcennejšie, čo v dedine mali – zlatú monštanciu so sviatosťou oltárnou. Opatrne ju pritlačil k hrudi a rozbehol sa za ostatnými.Turci však boli na koňoch a prví jazdci s vytasenými šabľami dorazili na okraj lesa rýchlejšie ako dedinčania. Útek bol na konci. Krik útočníkov silnel a zdalo sa, že osud dediny je spečatený.V tom momente otec Matej vystúpil na vyvýšenú skalu. Zodvihol zlatú monštanciu vysoko nad hlavu, otočil sa tvárou k blížiacemu sa vojsku a začal sa nahlas modliť.Zrazu z malej bielej hostie uprostred monštancie vyšľahol lúč čistého, oslepujúceho svetla. Nebolo to obyčajné svetlo. Bolo jasnejšie ako poludňajšie slnko a preťalo tmavý les s ohromnou silou. Žiara zaliala celé údolie.Turecké kone začali divoko erdžať a stavať sa na zadné. Vojaci, zasiahnutí náhlou slepotou a nadpozemskou silou, v panike padali zo sediel. V ich očiach to nebol záblesk zo zlatej nádoby, ale hnev samotného neba. Prestrašení na smrť, s krikom o pomoc, sa otočili a bezhlavo utekali späť odkiaľ prišli.Svetlo pomaly zhaslo a v lese nastalo hlboké ticho. Ľudia sa pomaly vrátili do svojich domovov. Vedeli, že dedina Vysoká bola zachránená. A na mieste tej skaly, kde sa stal tento zázrak, ľudia ešte dlhé storočia šepkali modlitby vďaky.English translation: Legend “The Miracle in Vysoká”Somewhere in the world there is the continent of Europe. Somewhere in that Europe there was a small country known today as Slovakia. In that Slovakia, near Banská Štiavnica, there was a small mountain village called Vysoká.One day, while the villagers were doing their work, the pounding of horses' hooves and the shouting of Ottoman riders sounded in a nearby valley. Immediately after that, the alarm bell began to ring and someone shouted, “The Turks are coming!” The villagers knew they had no chance to defend themselves. And so everyone, even the old men, women, and children, ran in panic up the steep slope. They hoped that they would find safety in the dense oak forests.The local priest, Father Matej, quickly took from the altar the most precious thing the village had: a golden monstrance with the Blessed Sacrament. He carefully pressed it to his chest and ran after the others.But the Turks were on horseback, and the first riders with drawn sabers reached the edge of the forest faster than the villagers. The escape was over. The attackers' shouting grew louder, and it seemed that the village's fate was sealed.At that moment Father Matej climbed onto a raised rock. He lifted the golden monstrance high above his head, turned his face toward the approaching army, and began to pray aloud.Suddenly, from the small white host in the middle of the monstrance, a beam of pure, blinding light burst forth. It was no ordinary light. It was brighter than the sun at noon and cut through the dark forest with tremendous force. The radiance flooded the entire valley.The Turkish horses began to neigh wildly and rear up on their hind legs. The soldiers, struck by sudden blindness and a supernatural force, fell from their saddles in panic. In their eyes, it was not a flash from a golden vessel, but the anger of heaven itself. Terrified to death, crying for help, they turned around and fled headlong back the way they had come.The light slowly faded, and deep silence settled in the forest. The people slowly returned to their homes. They knew that the village of Vysoká had been saved. And at the place of the rock where this miracle happened, people whispered prayers of gratitude for many long centuries afterward.Timestamps00:34 Introduction to the episode02:16 About the Battle of Mohács08:31 Fun fact13:43 Slovak lesson17:05 Legend of Vysoka in Slovak20:24 Legend in English23:49 Final thoughtsIf you have any questions, send it to my email hello@bozenasslovak.com. Check my  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bozenasslovak/ where I am posting the pictures of what I am talking about on my podcast. Also, check my website  https://www.bozenasslovak.com© All copywrites reserved to Bozena Ondova Hilko LLC

Aoife Collins talks to Karen Brady about the Eucharistic and Marian procession taking Our Lord through the streets of Dublin this Sunday, from its roots in a moment of adoration at Medjugorje to last year's crossing of the Liffey, the first time the Blessed Sacrament had done so since the 1932 Eucharistic Congress. Karen traces the five-kilometre route, past the site of the Legion of Mary's founding meeting, and explains why she and her small team have no idea how many people will actually turn up. L'articolo Life Matters – Guardians of the Faith & Eucharistic Processions in Ireland – Dr. Aoife Collins & Barry Mallett proviene da Radio Maria.

Send us Fan MailA saint formed in the pressure of war, plague, and spiritual drift has a lot to say to a culture that feels exhausted and scattered. We walk through the life of St. John Eudes, a 17th-century Catholic priest who refuses to let faith stay theoretical. His answer to darkness is simple and demanding: return to Jesus in the sacraments, let mercy reshape your choices, and build a home where prayer is normal.We dig into why St. John Eudes becomes one of the great voices for devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. For him, these devotions are not “extras” for a few, but a clear path to holiness for ordinary people. We talk about how meditating on the hearts of Jesus and Mary trains our own hearts toward humility, purity, compassion, and real conversion, especially in family life.From there, we connect his teaching to the center of Catholic spirituality: the Holy Eucharist. St. John Eudes calls the Blessed Sacrament the Sacrament of Love and urges frequent, reverent Holy Communion, real preparation, and grateful thanksgiving. We also highlight confession and God's mercy as the steady reset that heals what sin and stress do to a soul, then turn to prayer as a living union with Jesus and Mary that can make every Catholic home a “little church.”If you want a deeper Catholic faith without pretending life is easy, this conversation offers a map you can actually follow. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, leave a review, and tell us: what would change if the Eucharist became the heartbeat of your week?Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsVisit our blog for full text of our podcasts https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saintsDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us by referring a friend! When they upgrade you get $20 and so does Journeys of Faith...

Today’s Topics: Father Raymond of the Blessed Sacrament joins Terry 1) Gospel – Mark 1:14-20 – After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming the Gospel of God: “This is the time of fulfillment. The Kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the Gospel.” As He passed by the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting their nets into the sea; they were fishermen. Jesus said to them, “Come after Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Then they left their nets and followed Him. He walked along a little farther and saw James, the son of Zebedee, and his brother John. They too were in a boat mending their nets. Then He called them. So they left their father Zebedee in the boat along with the hired men and followed Him. Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2, 3, 4) Terry and Father Raymond discuss the necessity of prayer in one’s life to attain sanctity

Send us Fan MailA cloistered convent in the hills of Italy doesn't sound like the setting for a story that can still shake you awake, but Saint Claire of Montefalco does exactly that. We follow her life from a deeply Catholic upbringing in 13th century Montefalco to her leadership as abbess and spiritual mother, where she forms a community around the Mass, the Blessed Sacrament, and a steady devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. If you've ever wondered what holiness looks like when it's lived quietly and consistently, her witness brings the question right into your day-to-day life. We talk about what made Claire distinct: an intense Eucharistic devotion, a love for confession and conversion, and an unwavering fidelity to Christ's cross. Her spirituality isn't escapism. It's surrender, expressed through prayer, penance, obedience, and real charity. Along the way, we reflect on her mystical experiences, including a powerful vision of Jesus carrying the cross and inviting her to take up her own daily cross in union with him. Then we explore the extraordinary claims that have kept her story alive for centuries: the reported signs of the Passion discovered in her heart after her death in 1308, and the way those symbols function as a kind of living catechesis on redemptive suffering, humility, and sacrificial love. We also touch on miracles connected to her life and intercession, including healings and a continuing devotion that draws pilgrims to ask for help and grace. If Saint Claire's story stretches your imagination, good. Press play, and let it stretch your faith too. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review with the one practice you want to rebuild in your spiritual life.Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsVisit our blog for full text of our podcasts https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saintsDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us by referring a friend! When they upgrade you get $20 and so does Journeys of Faith...

Send us Fan MailA thousand years ago, Hungary stood between old gods and a new Gospel, and one ruler's decision changed the spiritual map of Europe. We're telling the story of Saint Stephen of Hungary, a medieval Catholic king whose life moves from pagan roots to a Christmas Day coronation in the year 1000, crowned in union with the Church and driven by a mission bigger than politics.We walk through how Stephen builds a Christian Hungary in concrete ways: churches and monasteries rising across the countryside, missionaries and Benedictine monks bringing faith and learning, and laws shaped by Christian charity and justice. Just as striking is the personal side, his prayer, love for the poor, and deep devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. We also talk about the weight he carries in rebellion and conflict, and why his leadership looks less like conquest and more like patient, sacrificial shepherding.Then the story turns toward Marian devotion and suffering. Stephen consecrates Hungary to the Blessed Virgin Mary and, near the end of his life, entrusts the nation to her care amid grief, illness, and uncertainty. From there we explore the miracles attributed to Saint Stephen of Hungary, including the tradition of his incorrupt right hand, processions on his feast day, and the many accounts of healings and conversions connected to pilgrimage at his tomb in Szekesfehervar. If you care about Catholic saints, canonization traditions, Eucharistic devotion, or how faith shapes culture, this one has depth and heart.If this story strengthens your faith or challenges how you think about leadership and holiness, subscribe, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find it. What part of Saint Stephen's witness do you want to live out this week?Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsVisit our blog for full text of our podcasts https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saintsDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us by referring a friend! When they upgrade you get $20 and so does Journeys of Faith...

Aoife Collins talks to Karen Brady about the Eucharistic and Marian procession taking Our Lord through the streets of Dublin this Sunday, from its roots in a moment of adoration at Medjugorje to last year's crossing of the Liffey, the first time the Blessed Sacrament had done so since the 1932 Eucharistic Congress. Karen traces the five-kilometre route, past the site of the Legion of Mary's founding meeting, and explains why she and her small team have no idea how many people will actually turn up. L'articolo Life Matters – Bringing the Blessed Sacrament Through Dublin – Dr. Aoife Collins with members of HLI Ireland proviene da Radio Maria.

Send us Fan MailAn invading army at the gates of a poor convent is not a setting most of us will ever face, yet the fear underneath it is familiar. We share the gripping Catholic story of Saint Clare of Assisi and the miracle of the monstrance at San Damiano, where a frail, cloistered abbess meets violence with the one “weapon” she believes the world cannot defeat: Jesus in the Eucharist.We walk through who Clare is, how a noblewoman in 1194 Assisi hears the Gospel through Saint Francis of Assisi, and why she leaves privilege behind to found what becomes the Poor Clares. That quiet foundation matters, because her most famous act of courage is not a spontaneous stunt. It is the fruit of a lifetime of Eucharistic devotion, prayer, and surrender, shaped by faith in the Real Presence.Then the crisis hits. Tradition places the siege in 1240 as Saracen mercenaries advance on the countryside. Clare gathers her sisters before the Blessed Sacrament, prays for protection, and lifts the monstrance toward the threat. The story ends with the attackers retreating and the community spared, and we sit with what that means for modern Catholics who are anxious, overwhelmed, or worn down by a world that feels hostile.If you want to deepen your Eucharistic faith, renew your love for adoration, or simply learn how to choose peace when fear feels loud, this one is for you. Subscribe for more Catholic saint stories, share this with a friend who needs courage, and leave a review with the line that stayed with you most.Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsVisit our blog for full text of our podcasts https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saintsDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us by referring a friend! When they upgrade you get $20 and so does Journeys of Faith...

Full Text of Readings Memorial of Saint Clare, Virgin Lectionary: 414 The Saint of the day is Saint Clare of Assisi Saint Clare of Assisi's Story One of the more sugary movies made about Francis of Assisi pictures Clare as a golden-haired beauty floating through sun-drenched fields, a sort of one-woman counterpart to the new Franciscan Order. The beginning of her religious life was indeed movie material. Having refused to marry at 15, Clare of Assisi was moved by the dynamic preaching of Francis. He became her lifelong friend and spiritual guide. At 18, Clare of Assisi escaped from her father's home one night, was met on the road by friars carrying torches, and in the poor little chapel called the Portiuncula received a rough woolen habit, exchanged her jeweled belt for a common rope with knots in it, and sacrificed her long tresses to Francis' scissors. He placed her in a Benedictine convent, which her father and uncles immediately stormed in rage. Clare clung to the altar of the church, threw aside her veil to show her cropped hair, and remained adamant. Sixteen days later her sister Agnes joined her. Others came. They lived a simple life of great poverty, austerity, and complete seclusion from the world, according to a Rule which Francis gave them as a Second Order. At age 21, Francis obliged Clare under obedience to accept the office of abbess, one she exercised until her death. The Poor Ladies went barefoot, slept on the ground, ate no meat, and observed almost complete silence. Later Clare, like Francis, persuaded her sisters to moderate this rigor: “Our bodies are not made of brass.” The greatest emphasis, of course, was on gospel poverty. They possessed no property, even in common, subsisting on daily contributions. When even the pope tried to persuade Clare to mitigate this practice, she showed her characteristic firmness: “I need to be absolved from my sins, but I do not wish to be absolved from the obligation of following Jesus Christ.” Contemporary accounts glow with admiration of Saint Clare of Assisi's life in the convent of San Damiano in Assisi. She served the sick and washed the feet of the begging nuns. She came from prayer, it was said, with her face so shining it dazzled those about her. She suffered serious illness for the last 27 years of her life. Her influence was such that popes, cardinals, and bishops often came to consult her—Clare herself never left the walls of San Damiano. Francis always remained her great friend and inspiration. Saint Clare of Assisi was always obedient to his will and to the great ideal of gospel life which he was making real. A well-known story concerns her prayer and trust. Saint Clare of Assisi had the Blessed Sacrament placed on the walls of the convent when it faced attack by invading Saracens. “Does it please you, O God, to deliver into the hands of these beasts the defenseless children I have nourished with your love? I beseech you, dear Lord, protect these whom I am now unable to protect.” To her sisters she said, “Don't be afraid. Trust in Jesus.” The Saracens fled. Reflection The 41 years of Clare's religious life are scenarios of sanctity: an indomitable resolve to lead the simple, literal gospel life as Francis taught her; courageous resistance to the ever-present pressure to dilute the ideal; a passion for poverty and humility; an ardent life of prayer; and a generous concern for her sisters.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

The Great Rosary Campaign is an ongoing prayer and penance campaign for the conversion and strengthening of both Catholic and non-Catholic leaders.For this week's Great Rosary Campaign, let us pray for the conversion of billionaire venture capitalist and entrepreneur behind Pay Pal, Palantir, etc., Peter Thiel.The SUGGESTED PENANCE this week is a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament, the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist.In these dark times, we must fight evil with the most powerful weapons we have. The Rosary is foremost among them. Join the Great Rosary Campaign today at: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com.Countless Saints and Popes have told us that the Rosary is incredibly powerful for three things in particular:Keeping the FaithMoral renovationConversions of non-CatholicsThe Great Rosary Campaign is also based on several biblical themes and principles.First, PRAY FOR OUR BRETHREN. “Pray for one another…” (Jas. 5:16). “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith" (Gal. 6:10).Second, PRAY FOR OUR ENEMIES. “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven" (Matt. 5:43-44).Third, PRAY FOR ALL MEN, PARTICULARLY LEADERS AND THOSE IN AUTHORITY. “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men, or kings and all who are in high positions…” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).Fourth, GOING INTO BATTLE WITH THE ARK. When the ancient Israelites came to Jericho, God didn't tell them to besiege the city. Instead, He told them to march around it with the Ark of the Covenant seven times, and on the seventh the walls would fall. We will now "march" in prayer for seven days with the New Ark of the Covenant, Our Lady, through the Rosary. We pray in hope that on the seventh day, a day especially devoted to Our Lady (Saturday), extraordinary graces of conversion will be given to those we are praying for.Fifth, EVANGELISM AND APOLOGETICS = LOVE + ARGUMENTS + PRAYER + PENANCE. Ultimately it is God who reveals Himself to a soul, and empowers them to say "yes" to Him by His grace. He chooses to use us, but He does not have to. We must remember that as we evangelize and defend the Faith, our arguments will be fruitless unless informed by love (charity), and reinforced by prayer and penance.Sixth, RETURNING GOOD FOR EVIL. “Do not return evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but on the contrary bless, for to this you have been called, that you may obtain a blessing" (1 Pet. 3:9).Sign up to take part in the Great Rosary Campaign today: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com

Send us Fan MailDo you remember the moment, a little over 6 years ago, during the COVID-19 pandemic, when Pope Francis gave a unique Urbi et Orbi blessing. He ascended the rainy steps of Saint Peter's Basilica alone, praying for the world and blessing it with the Blessed Sacrament.I have Mass on Sunday, August 9 at St. Isidore @ 7:30/9:30 am. The 7:30 am Mass will be live-streamed. https://stisidore.church/isidore-online/frjoedailey@gmail.com

Send us Fan MailHe's captured in the catacombs while celebrating Mass and he doesn't run. Pope Sixtus II lived at a moment when being Catholic could cost you everything, and his story forces a question we usually avoid: what do we believe the Eucharist is really worth?We walk through the world of the early Church in third-century Rome, where Christians gather in hidden rooms and whisper the prayers of the liturgy beneath the city streets. Against the backdrop of Emperor Valerian's persecution and ruthless edicts targeting bishops, priests, and deacons, we trace Sixtus's path from priest to Bishop of Rome and the kind of leadership that holds when fear is everywhere. For us, the headline is simple: the Church doesn't survive by luck. It survives by unity, apostolic tradition, and an unshakable belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament.You'll also hear how Saint Lawrence and the deacons of Rome embody the same Eucharistic logic through radical charity, naming the poor as the Church's true treasures. By the end, Sixtus's martyrdom stops feeling like distant history and starts feeling like a mirror, inviting us to recover reverence for the Mass, steadiness under pressure, and love that costs something.If this moved you, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find these stories of the saints and grow closer to Jesus in the Eucharist.Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsVisit our blog for full text of our podcasts https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saintsDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us by referring a friend! When they upgrade you get $20 and so does Journeys of Faith...

Fr. David Gunter, MIC, reflects on the Transfiguration of the Lord and explains how Jesus is preparing a new Exodus; one that will lead humanity into complete union with God.He connects the Transfiguration with the Feast of Booths, also known as the Feast of Tabernacles. This Jewish feast marked the end of the harvest and recalled Israel's journey through the wilderness, when God dwelt among His people.Fr. Gunter explains that this mystery continues in the Church. Every Catholic church has a tabernacle, where Jesus is truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Like the Israelites in the Exodus, we are pilgrims journeying toward God, often without fully realizing that Christ is already dwelling among us.The end of the harvest also points toward the final judgment. Those who remain faithful, worship the King, and belong to His Kingdom will share in the eternal Feast of Tabernacles.Ultimately, the Feast of Tabernacles represents our final reunion with God—the completion of our pilgrimage and our eternal dwelling with Him.Readings for August 6th 2026: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/080626.cfm© 2026 Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. All rights reserved. ★ Support this podcast ★

The Great Rosary Campaign is an ongoing prayer and penance campaign for the conversion and strengthening of both Catholic and non-Catholic leaders.For this week's Great Rosary Campaign, as the war in the Middle East remains unresolved and the global energy and economic outlook perilous, pray the Rosary for the leaders of the main countries involved (the United States, Iran, and the State of Israel), and that the war would be brought to a peaceful conclusion.The SUGGESTED PENANCE this week is a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament, the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist.In these dark times, we must fight evil with the most powerful weapons we have. The Rosary is foremost among them. Join the Great Rosary Campaign today at: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com.Countless Saints and Popes have told us that the Rosary is incredibly powerful for three things in particular:Keeping the FaithMoral renovationConversions of non-CatholicsThe Great Rosary Campaign is also based on several biblical themes and principles.First, PRAY FOR OUR BRETHREN. “Pray for one another…” (Jas. 5:16). “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith" (Gal. 6:10).Second, PRAY FOR OUR ENEMIES. “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven" (Matt. 5:43-44).Third, PRAY FOR ALL MEN, PARTICULARLY LEADERS AND THOSE IN AUTHORITY. “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men, or kings and all who are in high positions…” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).Fourth, GOING INTO BATTLE WITH THE ARK. When the ancient Israelites came to Jericho, God didn't tell them to besiege the city. Instead, He told them to march around it with the Ark of the Covenant seven times, and on the seventh the walls would fall. We will now "march" in prayer for seven days with the New Ark of the Covenant, Our Lady, through the Rosary. We pray in hope that on the seventh day, a day especially devoted to Our Lady (Saturday), extraordinary graces of conversion will be given to those we are praying for.Fifth, EVANGELISM AND APOLOGETICS = LOVE + ARGUMENTS + PRAYER + PENANCE. Ultimately it is God who reveals Himself to a soul, and empowers them to say "yes" to Him by His grace. He chooses to use us, but He does not have to. We must remember that as we evangelize and defend the Faith, our arguments will be fruitless unless informed by love (charity), and reinforced by prayer and penance.Sixth, RETURNING GOOD FOR EVIL. “Do not return evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but on the contrary bless, for to this you have been called, that you may obtain a blessing" (1 Pet. 3:9).Sign up to take part in the Great Rosary Campaign today: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com

*The homily was given at our Traditional Latin Mass, which uses different Sunday Scripture readings*The world is very good at filling our ears, but not our souls. From the moment we awaken, voices compete for our attention, each promising peace if only we will listen a little longer. Yet Christ chose another way. Again and again, the Gospels tell us that He withdrew to lonely places to pray. Before teaching the crowds, before carrying the Cross, before choosing His disciples, He first sought the quiet company of His Father.If the Son of God desired silence, how much more do we?There is something sacred about stepping away from the noise in the middle of an ordinary week. Not because the week has become less busy, but because our hearts have become more needy. A soul cannot live forever on hurried prayers, just as a friendship cannot flourish on passing greetings alone. Love requires presence.At St. Mary's Parish, the side door remains open during the week, quietly inviting anyone who longs for a few moments with the Lord. Beyond that door is not merely a church building, but a sanctuary where the Blessed Sacrament waits in gentle silence. There, in Eucharistic Adoration, Christ asks for nothing spectacular. He simply invites us to be with Him.The world measures success by constant activity. Heaven often measures it by faithful attention. An hour spent before Jesus may seem unproductive to everyone else, yet it is often the hour that puts every other hour in its proper place. In His presence, burdens become lighter, anxieties lose their sharp edges, and the soul remembers who it belongs to.If you find yourself weary this week, do not wait for Sunday to seek Him. Walk through the open side door. --- Help Spread the Good News --- Father Brian's homilies are shared freely thanks to generous listeners like you. If his words have blessed you, consider supporting this volunteer effort. Every gift helps us continue recording and sharing the hope of Jesus—one homily at a time. Give Here: https://frbriansoliven.org/give

Full Text of Readings Monday of the Eighteenth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 407/408 The Saint of the day is Saint Peter Julian Eymard Saint Peter Julian Eymard's Story Born in La Mure d'Isère in southeastern France, Peter Julian's faith journey drew him from being a priest in the Diocese of Grenoble in 1834, to joining the Marists in 1839, to founding the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament in 1856. In addition to those changes, Peter Julian Eymard coped with poverty, his father's initial opposition to Peter's vocation, serious illness, a Jansenistic overemphasis on sin, and the difficulties of getting diocesan and later papal approval for his new religious community. His years as a Marist, including service as a provincial leader, saw the deepening of his Eucharistic devotion, especially through his preaching of Forty Hours in many parishes. Inspired at first by the idea of reparation for indifference to the Eucharist, Peter Julian Eymard was eventually attracted to a more positive spirituality of Christ-centered love. Members of the men's community which Peter founded alternated between an active apostolic life and contemplating Jesus in the Eucharist. He and Marguerite Guillot founded the women's Congregation of the Servants of the Blessed Sacrament. Peter Julian Eymard was beatified in 1925 and canonized in 1962, one day after Vatican II's first session ended. Reflection In every century, sin has been painfully real in the life of the Church. It is easy to give in to despair, to speak so strongly of human failings that people may forget the immense and self-sacrificing love of Jesus, as his death on the cross and his gift of the Eucharist make evident. Peter Julian Eymard knew that the Eucharist was key to helping Catholics live out their baptism and preach by word and example the Good News of Jesus Christ.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Send us Fan MailDistraction is easy. Reverence takes effort. Saint Peter Julian Eymard (also spelled Aymard) proves that the effort is worth it because the reward is not a concept, it's a Person. We talk through why the Church remembers him as the Apostle of the Eucharist and how his single-minded love for Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament can steady a modern Catholic life that feels noisy, hurried, or uncertain.We walk through Eymard's story, from his early attraction to the tabernacle to the trials that refined his vocation, and the moment his mission came into focus: renew the Church by renewing Eucharistic faith. His founding of the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament in 1856 wasn't a niche project for a few holy specialists. It was a clear invitation to the whole people of God to return to Eucharistic adoration, frequent Communion, and a parish life organized around the Real Presence of Jesus Christ.We also unpack the heart of his teaching: the Mass is a living encounter, not a checklist, and adoration is where gratitude, reparation, and transformation take root. Just as important, Eymard's Eucharistic devotion is inseparable from his Marian devotion, especially his trust in Mary as Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament, the mother who leads us to her Eucharistic Son. If you've been longing for a deeper prayer life, a stronger family rhythm, or a more grounded Catholic faith, his witness offers a simple path forward.Subscribe for more stories of the saints, share this with a friend who loves the Eucharist, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What is one concrete way you want to place the Eucharist at the center this week?Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsChat with US 24/7 Ask us anything https://chatting.page/mjxs9aerrtgm3lmpndlcepmbyosntrjnDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us ...

Send us Fan MailPrayer can feel like one more thing you should be good at, and that pressure quietly pushes a lot of us into silence. We want peace, meaning, and a deeper connection to God, but the modern pace trains our minds to stay scattered. So we turn to Saint Alphonsus Liguori, one of the Church's great teachers of prayer, because he refuses to let prayer become a privilege for the perfect or the educated. He insists it's the lifeblood of every Christian and it can start right where you are. We share who Saint Alphonsus is, why his spiritual writing still lands today, and how his approach cuts through fear. Prayer, for him, is a living conversation with a loving Father and a trusted friend, not a performance with polished words. We talk about mental prayer and why quiet reflection on Christ's life and love changes the heart over time, especially when paired with the rich Catholic tradition of the Rosary, novenas, and time before the Blessed Sacrament. Then we get very practical: frequent prayer in daily life, short “ejaculatory prayers” you can whisper in the middle of work or family chaos, and what to do when you're battling temptation or stuck in spiritual dryness. Saint Alphonsus also points us toward confident trust in divine mercy when we've failed, plus a simple daily examination of conscience that begins with gratitude and ends with renewed hope. If you want a stronger Catholic prayer habit, deeper intimacy with Jesus, and realistic tools for spiritual growth, listen now. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave a review so more people can find the wisdom of the saints.Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsChat with US 24/7 Ask us anything https://chatting.page/mjxs9aerrtgm3lmpndlcepmbyosntrjnDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us ...

Full Text of Readings We couldn't findthis page. The Saint of the day is Saint Alphonsus Liguori Saint Alphonsus Liguori's Story Moral theology, Vatican II said, should be more thoroughly nourished by Scripture, and show the nobility of the Christian vocation of the faithful and their obligation to bring forth fruit in charity for the life of the world. Alphonsus, declared patron of moral theologians by Pius XII in 1950, would rejoice in that statement. In his day, Alphonsus Liguori fought for the liberation of moral theology from the rigidity of Jansenism. His moral theology, which went through 60 editions in the century following him, concentrated on the practical and concrete problems of pastors and confessors. If a certain legalism and minimalism crept into moral theology, it should not be attributed to this model of moderation and gentleness. At the University of Naples, Alphonsus received a doctorate in both canon and civil law by acclamation, at the age of 16, but he soon gave up the practice of law for apostolic activity. He was ordained a priest, and concentrated his pastoral efforts on popular parish missions, hearing confessions, and forming Christian groups. Alphonsus Liguori founded the Redemptorist congregation in 1732. It was an association of priests and brothers living a common life, dedicated to the imitation of Christ, and working mainly in popular missions for peasants in rural areas. Almost as an omen of what was to come later, he found himself deserted after a while by all his original companions except one lay brother. But the congregation managed to survive and was formally approved 17 years later, though its troubles were not over. Alphonsus' great pastoral reforms were in the pulpit and confessional—replacing the pompous oratory of the time with simplicity, and the rigorism of Jansenism with kindness. His great fame as a writer has somewhat eclipsed the fact that for 26 years he traveled up and down the Kingdom of Naples preaching popular missions. Alphonsus Liguori was made bishop at age 66 after trying to reject the honor, and at once instituted a thorough reform of his diocese. His greatest sorrow came toward the end of his life. The Redemptorists, precariously continuing after the suppression of the Jesuits in 1773, had difficulty in getting their Rule approved by the Kingdom of Naples. Alphonsus acceded to the condition that they possess no property in common, but with the connivance of a high Redemptorist official, a royal official changed the Rule substantially. Alphonsus, old, crippled and with very bad sight, signed the document, unaware that he had been betrayed. The Redemptorists in the Papal States then put themselves under the pope, who withdrew those in Naples from the jurisdiction of Alphonsus Liguori. It was only after his death that the branches were united. At 71, Alphonsus was afflicted with rheumatic pains which left incurable bending of his neck. Until it was straightened a little, the pressure of his chin caused a raw wound on his chest. He suffered a final 18 months of “dark night” scruples, fears, temptations against every article of faith and every virtue, interspersed with intervals of light and relief, when ecstasies were frequent. Alphonsus Liguori is best known for his moral theology, but he also wrote well in the field of spiritual and dogmatic theology. His Glories of Mary is one of the great works on that subject, and his book Visits to the Blessed Sacrament went through 40 editions in his lifetime, greatly influencing the practice of this devotion in the Church. Reflection Saint Alphonsus Liguori was known above all as a practical man who dealt in the concrete rather than the abstract. His life is indeed a practical model for the everyday Christian who has difficulty recognizing the dignity of Christian life amid the swirl of problems, pain, misunderstanding and failure. Alphonsus suffered all these things. He is a saint because he was able to maintain an intimate sense of the presence of the suffering Christ through it all.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Donna and Joe are getting married and it's so special! Ben makes a huge decision and Tom moves forward with Lucy. Also, yay Jen Barkley coming back!Thank you to Jamison Reeves (Turk, Donna's family member) and Louisa Abernathy (Dr. Callahan, Donna's mom) for sending in FANTASTIC voice memos about your time on set! We LOVE!If you'd like to help with the mission that Louisa is a part of, please check out "Genevieve's Garden" which is a ministry at the Parish of Blessed Sacrament in Hollywood.  They serve the homeless Mondays through Friday from Noon to 1:00 PM.  https://www.instagram.com/reevesjamison126/https://open.spotify.com/artist/39hdSSTo5JNMa5I7GYxnOuChurch of Angels: https://www.coa-pasadena.org/Support the showRate and review us on Apple Podcasts!Follow us @parkpalspodcast on Instagram! Or email us at parkpalspodcast@gmail.com

The importance of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus, life at Blessed Sacrament church in West Fargo & July as the month of the Precious Blood

The Great Rosary Campaign is an ongoing prayer and penance campaign for the conversion and strengthening of both Catholic and non-Catholic leaders.For this week's Great Rosary Campaign, let us pray for world-famous podcaster and former Navy Seal, Shawn Ryan, who was raised in the Catholic Church, and recently announced on Tucker Carlson he seems to be returning to the Catholic Church. Let us pray for Shawn to fully come Home, and grow in faith, hope, and love once he is back!The SUGGESTED PENANCE this week is a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament, the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist.In these dark times, we must fight evil with the most powerful weapons we have. The Rosary is foremost among them. Join the Great Rosary Campaign today at: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com.Countless Saints and Popes have told us that the Rosary is incredibly powerful for three things in particular:Keeping the FaithMoral renovationConversions of non-CatholicsThe Great Rosary Campaign is also based on several biblical themes and principles.First, PRAY FOR OUR BRETHREN. “Pray for one another…” (Jas. 5:16). “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith" (Gal. 6:10).Second, PRAY FOR OUR ENEMIES. “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven" (Matt. 5:43-44).Third, PRAY FOR ALL MEN, PARTICULARLY LEADERS AND THOSE IN AUTHORITY. “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men, or kings and all who are in high positions…” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).Fourth, GOING INTO BATTLE WITH THE ARK. When the ancient Israelites came to Jericho, God didn't tell them to besiege the city. Instead, He told them to march around it with the Ark of the Covenant seven times, and on the seventh the walls would fall. We will now "march" in prayer for seven days with the New Ark of the Covenant, Our Lady, through the Rosary. We pray in hope that on the seventh day, a day especially devoted to Our Lady (Saturday), extraordinary graces of conversion will be given to those we are praying for.Fifth, EVANGELISM AND APOLOGETICS = LOVE + ARGUMENTS + PRAYER + PENANCE. Ultimately it is God who reveals Himself to a soul, and empowers them to say "yes" to Him by His grace. He chooses to use us, but He does not have to. We must remember that as we evangelize and defend the Faith, our arguments will be fruitless unless informed by love (charity), and reinforced by prayer and penance.Sixth, RETURNING GOOD FOR EVIL. “Do not return evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but on the contrary bless, for to this you have been called, that you may obtain a blessing" (1 Pet. 3:9).Sign up to take part in the Great Rosary Campaign today: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com

Full Text of Readings Friday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 399 The Saint of the day is Saint Sharbel Makhlouf Saint Sharbel Makhlouf's Story Although this saint never traveled far from the Lebanese village of Beka-Kafra where he was born, his influence has spread widely. Joseph Zaroun Maklouf was raised by an uncle because his father, a mule driver, died when Joseph was only three. At the age of 23, Joseph joined the Monastery of St. Maron at Annaya, Lebanon, and took the name Sharbel Makhlouf in honor of a second-century martyr. He professed his final vows in 1853, and was ordained six years later. Following the example of the fifth-century Saint Maron, Sharbel Makhlouf lived as a hermit from 1875, until his death. His reputation for holiness prompted people to seek him to receive a blessing and to be remembered in his prayers. He followed a strict fast and was very devoted to the Blessed Sacrament. When his superiors occasionally asked him to administer the sacraments to nearby villages, Sharbel did so gladly. He died in the late afternoon on Christmas Eve. Christians and non-Christians soon made his tomb a place of pilgrimage and of cures. Pope Paul VI beatified Sharbel in 1965, and canonized him 12 years later. Reflection John Paul II often said that the Church has two lungs—East and West—and it must learn to breathe using both of them. Remembering saints like Sharbel Makhlouf helps the Church to appreciate both the diversity and unity present in the Catholic Church. Like all the saints, Sharbel points us to God and invites us to cooperate generously with God's grace, no matter what our situation in life may be. As our prayer life becomes deeper and more honest, we become more ready to make that generous response.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

The Great Rosary Campaign is an ongoing prayer and penance campaign for the conversion and strengthening of both Catholic and non-Catholic leaders.For this week's Great Rosary Campaign, let us pray for comedian Bill Maher a fallen-away Catholic and avowed atheist.The SUGGESTED PENANCE this week is a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament, the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist.In these dark times, we must fight evil with the most powerful weapons we have. The Rosary is foremost among them. Join the Great Rosary Campaign today at: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com.Countless Saints and Popes have told us that the Rosary is incredibly powerful for three things in particular:Keeping the FaithMoral renovationConversions of non-CatholicsThe Great Rosary Campaign is also based on several biblical themes and principles.First, PRAY FOR OUR BRETHREN. “Pray for one another…” (Jas. 5:16). “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith" (Gal. 6:10).Second, PRAY FOR OUR ENEMIES. “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven" (Matt. 5:43-44).Third, PRAY FOR ALL MEN, PARTICULARLY LEADERS AND THOSE IN AUTHORITY. “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men, or kings and all who are in high positions…” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).Fourth, GOING INTO BATTLE WITH THE ARK. When the ancient Israelites came to Jericho, God didn't tell them to besiege the city. Instead, He told them to march around it with the Ark of the Covenant seven times, and on the seventh the walls would fall. We will now "march" in prayer for seven days with the New Ark of the Covenant, Our Lady, through the Rosary. We pray in hope that on the seventh day, a day especially devoted to Our Lady (Saturday), extraordinary graces of conversion will be given to those we are praying for.Fifth, EVANGELISM AND APOLOGETICS = LOVE + ARGUMENTS + PRAYER + PENANCE. Ultimately it is God who reveals Himself to a soul, and empowers them to say "yes" to Him by His grace. He chooses to use us, but He does not have to. We must remember that as we evangelize and defend the Faith, our arguments will be fruitless unless informed by love (charity), and reinforced by prayer and penance.Sixth, RETURNING GOOD FOR EVIL. “Do not return evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but on the contrary bless, for to this you have been called, that you may obtain a blessing" (1 Pet. 3:9).Sign up to take part in the Great Rosary Campaign today: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com

Fr. Mark welcomes back Fr. Ignatius Schweitzer, O.P. to discuss the new book he co-authored with Fr. Jesse Maingot, O.P. — How to Be His: A 33-Day Dedication to Our Eucharistic Jesus. Fr. Ignatius shares powerful insights on belonging to Christ through the Eucharist, the fruits of adoration, how the Word of God unlocks the mystery of the Blessed Sacrament, and practical ways to grow in intimacy with Jesus present in the tabernacle and at Mass. Drawing from the saints and his own experience, this conversation offers encouragement for anyone longing to deepen their relationship with the Eucharistic Lord — perfect for personal devotion or group study. A hopeful and practical episode for the Eucharistic Revival and everyday Catholic life.

The Great Rosary Campaign is an ongoing prayer and penance campaign for the conversion and strengthening of both Catholic and non-Catholic leaders.For this Great Rosary Campaign, let us pray for the husband of Tulsi Gabbard, the former Director of National Intelligence (DNI). His name is Abraham Williams, and he was recently diagnosed with cancer. Let us pray for his physical healing, as well as his conversion to the fullness of truth in the Catholic Faith.The SUGGESTED PENANCE this week is a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament, the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist.In these dark times, we must fight evil with the most powerful weapons we have. The Rosary is foremost among them. Join the Great Rosary Campaign today at:➡️ www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com.Countless Saints and Popes have told us that the Rosary is incredibly powerful for three things in particular:Keeping the FaithMoral renovationConversions of non-CatholicsThe Great Rosary Campaign is also based on several biblical themes and principles.First, PRAY FOR OUR BRETHREN. “Pray for one another…” (Jas. 5:16). “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith" (Gal. 6:10).Second, PRAY FOR OUR ENEMIES. “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven" (Matt. 5:43-44).Third, PRAY FOR ALL MEN, PARTICULARLY LEADERS AND THOSE IN AUTHORITY. “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men, or kings and all who are in high positions…” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).Fourth, GOING INTO BATTLE WITH THE ARK. When the ancient Israelites came to Jericho, God didn't tell them to besiege the city. Instead, He told them to march around it with the Ark of the Covenant seven times, and on the seventh the walls would fall. We will now "march" in prayer for seven days with the New Ark of the Covenant, Our Lady, through the Rosary. We pray in hope that on the seventh day, a day especially devoted to Our Lady (Saturday), extraordinary graces of conversion will be given to those we are praying for.Fifth, EVANGELISM AND APOLOGETICS = LOVE + ARGUMENTS + PRAYER + PENANCE. Ultimately it is God who reveals Himself to a soul, and empowers them to say "yes" to Him by His grace. He chooses to use us, but He does not have to. We must remember that as we evangelize and defend the Faith, our arguments will be fruitless unless informed by love (charity), and reinforced by prayer and penance.Sixth, RETURNING GOOD FOR EVIL. “Do not return evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but on the contrary bless, for to this you have been called, that you may obtain a blessing" (1 Pet. 3:9).Sign up to take part in the Great Rosary Campaign today: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com

Send us Fan MailA doctor with steady hands discovers that the deepest wounds in his city are not physical, they're spiritual. Saint Anthony Zacaria begins as a promising physician in Cremona, but his hunger to serve Christ pulls him into the priesthood and into the heart of Catholic renewal in 16th century Italy. We walk through the defining moments of his life, from early formation and charity to the radical decision to trade prestige for the Gospel.We also explore the world that shaped his mission: a Renaissance culture full of brilliance and upheaval, where many believers feel worn down by routine and scandal. Anthony's answer is strikingly personal. He calls for repentance, deeper prayer, and a return to the sacraments, not as a program but as a way of life. That vision becomes concrete through the Barnabites, the Angelic Sisters of Saint Paul, and committed lay partners who bring evangelization into streets, homes, and hospitals, showing that holiness belongs to everyone.Everything culminates in his enduring Eucharistic legacy: the Forty Hours Devotion and a renewed love for the Blessed Sacrament. We unpack what the devotion is, why forty hours matters, and how Eucharistic adoration can move a parish from spiritual fatigue to real conversion. If you're longing for a clearer prayer life, a stronger Catholic identity, or a practical path to renewal, this story gives you one. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsChat with US 24/7 Ask us anything https://chatting.page/mjxs9aerrtgm3lmpndlcepmbyosntrjnDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us ...

Your All-Access Pass to the Marching Arts.A Podcast for Marching Arts Enthusiasts — On the Field, In the Stands & Behind the Scenes.Color guard, winter guard, marching band, drum corps, DCI 2026, and WGI are all on deck this week. Whitney Stone is joined by Sadie Wallace, Jeremy Svoboda from Drum Corps Today, and special guest P.A. Kelly / Patti Ann Rego for a Water Break Weekly episode connecting old-school drum corps history to the 2026 season.P.A. shares stories from the Bronx, Blessed Sacrament, Santa Clara Vanguard, the Blue Devils, rifle lines, inspection lines, the Bottle Dance, Blue Devils “Betties,” and the generational shift from early drum corps to today's DCI and WGI world. The panel also talks Big, Loud & Live, FloMarching, DCI West, River City Rhapsody, the 2026 MLB All-Star Game field cast opportunity in Philadelphia, first DCI scores, ticket prices, the tour model, and the peak Backyard Betty conversation.Segments:Guest Spotlight: P.A. Kelly / Patti Ann Rego on Vanguard, Blue Devils, gold medals, rifle lines, and drum corps historyNews: Walnut Hills practice time, Blue Devils bus incident, DCI Houston relocation, WGI updates, Big Loud & Live, FloMarching, DCI scores, and MLB All-Star field cast opportunityWater We Doing?!: DCI ticket prices, smaller lineups, the tour model, and modern show designGush & Go: Momix, the Human Library, Govenaires, Blue Knights, moving, not moving, vintage rifles, Blue Devil Betties, and Backyard BettysPanel: Whitney Stone @dancerwhit • Sadie Wallace @m.sadiewallace • Jeremy Svoboda / Drum Corps Today @drumcorpstoday • Special Guest: P.A. Kelly / Patti Ann RegoSponsored by: Guard Closet — guardcloset.com — @guardclosetSource Links: Walnut Hills: https://local12.com/news/local/cincinnati-marching-band-miss-season-after-practice-time-cut-walnut-hills-high-school-students-bands-marching-instruments-talent-controversy-controversial-frustrations-state-finals-performances | Blue Devils: https://bluedevils.org/news/article.php?ID=1291 | DCI Houston: https://www.dci.org/news/katy-isds-legacy-stadium-to-host-2026-dci-houston-event/ | WGI proposals: https://www.wgi.org/26adboardresults/ | WGI alumni casting: https://www.wgi.org/wgi-opening-ceremony-alumni-casting-call/ | Big Loud & Live: https://www.dci.org/cinema/ | DCI/FloMarching: https://www.flomarching.com/articles/16020294-subscribe-to-flomarching-to-watch-the-entire-2026-dci-season | DCI scores: https://www.dci.org/scores/ | BD Entertainment: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreBDE/ | MLB All-Star Week: https://www.mlb.com/phillies/fans/all-star-game | MOMIX: https://www.momix.com/ | Human Library: https://humanlibrary.org/Find On A Water Break: Website: onawaterbreak.com | Listen Everywhere: linktr.ee/onawaterbreak | YouTube: @Onawaterbreak | Instagram/Facebook/TikTok: @onawaterbreak | Be a guest: onawaterbreakpodcast@gmail.com

Patrick explores the enduring influence of Paul McCartney, reflecting on his Catholic background and the possibility of spiritual renewal as he marks his 84th birthday, then turns sharply to the upheaval sparked by the Society of St. Pius X preparing to ordain bishops against papal authority. Questions of obedience, tradition, and discord within Catholicism surface rapidly, paired with practical advice for those eager to learn apologetics, defend the faith, and understand scripture, Marian beliefs, and the Eucharist. From commentary on cultural icons to heated debate about schism and church unity, Patrick blends concern, encouragement, and a persistent appeal for deeper knowledge. Michele (email) - I hear that there are some Muslims who have converted to Catholicism or at least Christianity. Is it possible to find these converts and have them on your show? (04:25) Ana (email) - Some of us are confused about Pope Leo warning of the ordination of bishops in the Society of Pius X. Why is there a group of bishops doing this? What is the purpose or objective of this society? Why don't these bishops follow the usual, formal route of Catholic bishops? (07:45) Noel - Pope Benedict lifted the Excommunications of SSPX. Liberal Catholic Churches are more in schism than the SSPX. (22:45) Luis (email) - What Catholic apologetics resources and study advice would you recommend for a father and his 13-year-old daughter who is rapidly diving into the Catechism to defend the faith? (38:56) Cheryl (email) - 1. When reading scripture, I almost always want to know what it really means - the context, and so on. Do you have an online commentary to recommend? 2. A dear friend is 60, and was Catholic until about 15 years ago. Now she attends a Covenant church more often than not. There are three things the Church believes that she finds barriers to her being Catholic - and she'd like to more fully understand the Church's stand: 1 Mary being sinless and 2 the Eucharist being not just a symbol, and if it is really Jesus, why is it only through a Catholic priest that that can be achieved. Along with this, she feels like praying to the Blessed Sacrament is a form of idolatry. (46:55) (Originally Aired on 06/18/2026)

Fr. Mark welcomes Dominican priest Fr. Jesse Maingot, O.P. (co-author with Fr. Ignatius Schweitzer, O.P.) to discuss their new book How to Be His: A 33-Day Dedication to Our Eucharistic Jesus. Fr. Jesse shares his powerful reversion story — from New Age and agnosticism to a life-changing encounter with Christ through a deacon at Mass — and why the Eucharist became the center of his priesthood and ministry. Together they explore practical ways to deepen intimacy with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, the fruits of adoration, how it prolongs and intensifies the graces of Mass, and powerful insights from the saints on living as Christ's own. Perfect for anyone seeking a deeper relationship with Jesus in the Eucharist, whether preparing for the Eucharistic Revival or simply longing to belong more fully to Him.

The Great Rosary Campaign is an ongoing prayer and penance campaign for the conversion and strengthening of both Catholic and non-Catholic leaders.For this Great Rosary Campaign, as we approach the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States of America this week, let us pray for the USA: for its people, its leaders, its institutions, and offer our gratitude to God for all our blessings as Americans, despite our obvious challenges.The SUGGESTED PENANCE this week is a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament, the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord in the Holy Eucharist. May the American people turn in faith, hope, and love to Christ and His Catholic Church.In these dark times, we must fight evil with the most powerful weapons we have. The Rosary is foremost among them. Join the Great Rosary Campaign today at: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com.Countless Saints and Popes have told us that the Rosary is incredibly powerful for three things in particular:Keeping the FaithMoral renovationConversions of non-CatholicsThe Great Rosary Campaign is also based on several biblical themes and principles.First, PRAY FOR OUR BRETHREN. “Pray for one another…” (Jas. 5:16). “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith" (Gal. 6:10).Second, PRAY FOR OUR ENEMIES. “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven" (Matt. 5:43-44).Third, PRAY FOR ALL MEN, PARTICULARLY LEADERS AND THOSE IN AUTHORITY. “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men, or kings and all who are in high positions…” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).Fourth, GOING INTO BATTLE WITH THE ARK. When the ancient Israelites came to Jericho, God didn't tell them to besiege the city. Instead, He told them to march around it with the Ark of the Covenant seven times, and on the seventh the walls would fall. We will now "march" in prayer for seven days with the New Ark of the Covenant, Our Lady, through the Rosary. We pray in hope that on the seventh day, a day especially devoted to Our Lady (Saturday), extraordinary graces of conversion will be given to those we are praying for.Fifth, EVANGELISM AND APOLOGETICS = LOVE + ARGUMENTS + PRAYER + PENANCE. Ultimately it is God who reveals Himself to a soul, and empowers them to say "yes" to Him by His grace. He chooses to use us, but He does not have to. We must remember that as we evangelize and defend the Faith, our arguments will be fruitless unless informed by love (charity), and reinforced by prayer and penance.Sixth, RETURNING GOOD FOR EVIL. “Do not return evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but on the contrary bless, for to this you have been called, that you may obtain a blessing" (1 Pet. 3:9).Sign up to take part in the Great Rosary Campaign today: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com

An Adoration and A Special Rosary with Reflections Pilgrimage Take a special spiritual pilgrimage and join several dozen pilgrims in Eucharistic Adoration and the praying of the Rosary. Each decade of the Rosary is accompanied by thoughtful reflections designed to deepen your meditation and prayer. At the beginning of this pilgrimage, St. Louis de Montfort speaks about what he considered the single greatest mistake made by many who pray the Rosary. Listen carefully to his words and discover how this timeless wisdom can enrich your own devotion. As the pilgrims at the Shrine kneel before the Blessed Sacrament exposed in the Monstrance, we invite you to create a prayerful atmosphere in your own home. If possible, place a crucifix or cross nearby as you pray the Rosary. You may also wish to light a candle, provided it can be done safely, as a visible reminder of Christ's presence and the light of faith. For those who wish to proceed directly to specific portions of the pilgrimage: Gospel and Homily: approximately 13:40 Rosary and Reflections: approximately 24:27 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- This bilingual evening of Eucharistic Adoration and Rosary at the Shrine . . . . . . centers on the Blessed Virgin Mary as the one who leads souls to Jesus Christ, the source of all grace. Drawing from the Gospel of the Annunciation (Luke 1:26-38), the Homily reflects on Mary's title as “Full of Grace” and presents her as the Mediatrix through whom Christ entered the world and through whom believers continue to encounter Him. The Homily also emphasizes St. Louis de Montfort's teaching that Christians should begin the Rosary by identifying the particular grace they most need, entrusting their intentions to Our Lady with confidence. Against the backdrop of gathering darkness, the candlelit prayer becomes a symbol of faith, hope, and Christ's victory over sin and death. A recurring theme throughout the evening is Mary's role as the “Star of the Sea,” guiding pilgrims safely through the changing seas of life toward the eternal harbor of salvation. The Rosary includes reflections before each decade. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work Madonna di Foligno: Italian Painter: Raphael: 1511 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Why was this Painting Selected: Mary appears enthroned in glory with the Christ Child while serving as an intercessor between heaven and earth. The painting beautifully reflects the homily's theme of Mary as Mediatrix of Grace, bringing souls to Christ. On the left are the kneeling are St. Francis of Assisi and St. John the Baptist.

Jesus's presence in the Blessed Sacrament affords us a wonderful opportunity.  Just as we spend time with friends and loved ones just to be with them, our mental prayer is an occasion of simply being present with Jesus.  Jesus did this during his earthly life with various groups and individuals.  They cherished these days and hours alone with their Friend, Lord, and Teacher. We can do the same in our prayer life. 

Patrick explores the enduring influence of Paul McCartney, reflecting on his Catholic background and the possibility of spiritual renewal as he marks his 84th birthday, then turns sharply to the upheaval sparked by the Society of St. Pius X preparing to ordain bishops against papal authority. Questions of obedience, tradition, and discord within Catholicism surface rapidly, paired with practical advice for those eager to learn apologetics, defend the faith, and understand scripture, Marian beliefs, and the Eucharist. From commentary on cultural icons to a vigorous debate about schism and church unity, Patrick blends concern, encouragement, and a persistent appeal for deeper knowledge. Michele (email) - I hear that there are some Muslims who have converted to Catholicism or at least Christianity. Is it possible to find these converts and have them on your show? (04:25) Ana (email) - Some of us are confused about Pope Leo warning of the ordination of bishops in the Society of Pius X. Why is there a group of bishops doing this? What is the purpose or objective of this society? Why don't these bishops follow the usual, formal route of Catholic bishops? (07:45) Noel - Pope Benedict lifted the Excommunications of SSPX. Liberal Catholic Churches are more in schism than the SSPX. (22:45) Luis (email) - What Catholic apologetics resources and study advice would you recommend for a father and his 13-year-old daughter who is rapidly diving into the Catechism to defend the faith? (38:56) Cheryl (email) - 1. When reading scripture, I almost always want to know what it really means - the context, and so on. Do you have an online commentary to recommend? 2. A dear friend is 60, and was Catholic until about 15 years ago. Now she attends a Covenant church more often than not. There are three things the Church believes that she finds barriers to her being Catholic - and she'd like to more fully understand the Church's stand: 1 Mary being sinless and 2 the Eucharist being not just a symbol, and if it is really Jesus, why is it only through a Catholic priest that that can be achieved. Along with this, she feels like praying to the Blessed Sacrament is a form of idolatry. (46:55)

Full Text of Readings Wednesday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 367 The Saint of the day is Saint Joseph Cafasso Saint Joseph Cafasso's story Even as a young man, Joseph Cafasso loved to attend Mass and was known for his humility and fervor in prayer. After his ordination, he was assigned to a seminary in Turin. There he worked especially against the spirit of Jansenism—an excessive preoccupation with sin and damnation. He used the works of Saint Francis de Sales and Saint Alphonsus Liguori to moderate the rigorism popular at the seminary. Joseph Cafasso recommended membership in the Secular Franciscan Order to priests. He urged devotion to the Blessed Sacrament and encouraged daily Communion. In addition to his teaching duties, Joseph was an excellent preacher, confessor, and retreat master. Noted for his work with condemned prisoners, he helped many of them die at peace with God. Joseph Cafasso urged one of his former pupils—Saint John Bosco—to establish the Salesians congregation to work with the youth of Turin. Joseph died in 1860, and was canonized in 1947. His liturgical feast is celebrated on June 23. Reflection Devotion to the Eucharist gave energy to all Joseph's other activities. Long prayer before the Blessed Sacrament has been characteristic of many Catholics who have lived out the gospel well: Saint Francis, Bishop Fulton Sheen, Cardinal Joseph Bernardin, and Saint Teresa of Calcutta among them.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Today’s Topics: 1) Gospel – Matthew 5:20-26 – Jesus said to His disciples:  “I tell you, unless your righteousness surpasses that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter into the Kingdom of heaven. “You have heard that it was said to your ancestors, You shall not kill; and whoever kills will be liable to judgment. But I say to you, whoever is angry with his brother will be liable to judgment, and whoever says to his brother, Raqa, will be answerable to the Sanhedrin, and whoever says, ‘You fool,’ will be liable to fiery Gehenna. Therefore, if you bring your gift to the altar, and there recall that your brother has anything against you, leave your gift there at the altar, go first and be reconciled with your brother, and then come and offer your gift. Settle with your opponent quickly while on the way to court with him. Otherwise your opponent will hand you over to the judge, and the judge will hand you over to the guard, and you will be thrown into prison. Amen, I say to you, you will not be released until you have paid the last penny.” Memorial of Saint Barnabas, Apostle Saint Barnabas, pray for us! Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2, 3) Terry speaks on the importance of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and how that adoration is good four our soul 4) Oscar Delgado joins Terry to discuss his new movie: Sacred Heart – His Reign Has No End

Today’s Topics: 1) Gospel – Matthew 5:13-16 – Jesus said to His disciples: “You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its taste, with what can it be seasoned? It is no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house. Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.” Memorial of Saint Ephrem, Deacon and Doctor of the Church Saint Ephrem, pray for us! Bishop Sheen quote of the day On 31 January 1906, an earthquake occurred off the southern coast of Columbia, and the Ocean receded about a half mile from the shore at Tumaco.  Father Gerardo Larrondo “rushed to the church and took a large consecrated host and a ciborium from the tabernacle to protect it. He quickly went to the people and, raising the Blessed Sacrament, exclaimed: ‘Come, my children, let us all go to the beach, and may God have mercy on us.'”  As they watched the approaching tsunami, Father raised the Blessed Sacrament and made a large Sign of the Cross.  The approaching tsunami stopped, as if blocked by an invisible force, a miracle of the Holy Eucharist 2, 3) Mark Edward Padilla, Headmaster of the Santiago Catholic Trade School, and Mark McElrath, Executive Director, Santiago Retreat Center join Terry to talk about all of the opportunities to help young Catholic men learn trades combined with spiritual development in a two-year formation program that gives life & light to the manly soul, developing men who seek first the kingdom of God, and only then look to earthly riches and the joys of this life. Santiago men will engage in daily prayer as well as bi-weekly formation courses. Holy Mass is to be the center of each day, and the point of stability on which all else hinges. santiagotradeschool.com Santiago Retreat Center is a Catholic Christian Retreat Center that provides a beautiful rustic venue for retreats or other events, comfortable and accommodating for both small and large groups, with a variety of activities including a large swimming pool, Whiffle Ball field, hiking trails, low ropes, game room, as well as chapels, picnic areas, indoor/outdoor meeting spaces, and more Located in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains, just 17 miles from heart of Orange County, the retreat center is situated on 500 acres of wilderness setting, which includes 500 beds with four distinct retreat areas, each with its own chapel, meeting rooms, recreational space and dormitories. santiagoretreatcenter.org 4) Pope Leo XIV urges members of the Spanish Parliament to safeguard all human life from conception to natural death

On the Feast of Corpus Christi the Church turns her heart to Jesus's real presence in the Blessed Sacrament.   A marvel of love, in the Eucharist the infinite enters the finite, the Creator his creation and the invisible the visible real.  Adoration, devotion, and gratitude should mark our response to this great mystery of our Faith.