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As Lent begins this week, Father Dave welcomes back friend of the show Father Patrick Mary Briscoe to discuss his new devotional, "Witness: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation." Father Patrick is a Dominican friar now serving in Rome, and he was recently appointed General Promoter for Social Communication for the Order of Preachers.
When Solomon was old his wives had turned his heart to strange gods,and his heart was not entirely with the LORD, his God,as the heart of his father David had been.
Our Blessed Mother appeared to Saint Bernardette in the year 1858
Virgin
You are the light of the world.A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden.
This week, we have Father Patrick Hyde, Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza's college chaplain on to talk faith and football ahead of the Super Bowl.
God said, “Ask something of me and I will give it to you.”
With the Super Bowl kicking off this weekend, we sit down with Father Patrick Hyde, Catholic chaplain at Indiana University to discuss the remarkable faith of Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, and the recent uptick of so many college students eager to learn about Catholicism. With Bishop Michael Burbidge's pastoral letter on mental health, we talk with Dr. Greg Popcak about how to combat depression and loneliness within our homes and parish communities. And as the Archdiocese of New York says goodbye to Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Msgr. Roger Landry pays tribute to the shepherd of Manhattan that he has known for over 30 years. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!
Virgin and Martyr
“Tour all the tribes in Israel from Dan to Beer-shebaand register the people, that I may know their number.”
"My son Absalom! My son, my son Absalom!If only I had died instead of you,Absalom, my son, my son!"
One evening David rose from his siestaand strolled about on the roof of the palace.
Priest and Doctor of the Church
After Nathan had spoken to King David, the king went in and sat before the LORD
Then David, girt with a linen apron, came dancing before the LORD with abandon, as he and all the house of Israel were bringing up the ark of the LORDwith shouts of joy and to the sound of the horn.
Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali,the way to the sea, beyond the Jordan,Galilee of the Gentiles,the people who sit in darkness have seen a great light,on those dwelling in a land overshadowed by deathlight has arisen.
In this episode of the Say Yes to Holiness podcast, host Christina Semmens speaks with Father Patrick Hough, SJ from the Grand Coteau Retreat Center. Father Patrick shares his faith journey as a Jesuit priest, the importance of spiritual retreats, and the transformative experiences they offer. He discusses the role of the retreat center in fostering spiritual growth and community, the challenges and rewards of ministry, and the future of the retreat center. The conversation emphasizes the need for a welcoming environment for retreats and the significance of trusting in God's plan.TakeawaysFather Patrick has been a Jesuit priest for 14 years and is about to celebrate his final vows.The Grand Coteau Retreat Center has transitioned from a novitiate to a retreat center for laypeople.Spiritual retreats are essential for personal growth and deepening one's faith.Creating a welcoming environment is crucial for the success of retreats.The transformative power of retreats can lead to profound changes in individuals' lives.Father Patrick emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's plan during challenging times.The retreat center aims to support families and individuals in their spiritual journeys.Father Patrick's experience highlights the need for ongoing spiritual direction and growth.The retreat center has seen an increase in participation and interest from various groups.Father Patrick encourages listeners to commit to their faith journey despite challenges.Sound Bites“It's evangelical to follow Christ.”“What we offer is faith filled and beautiful.”“You have to practice what you preach.”“The spiritual life is one of opening and growth.”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Father Patrick Hough, SJ02:43 Father Patrick's Faith Journey05:23 The Role of the Grand Coteau Retreat Center08:19 The Importance of Spiritual Retreats11:14 Creating a Welcoming Environment for Retreats14:00 The Transformative Power of Retreats16:43 Challenges and Rewards in Ministry19:12 The Future of the Retreat Center22:05 Final Thoughts and EncouragementFor more information on the Grand Coteau Retreats, go to: https://www.gcretreats.org/
Bishop and Doctor of the Church
Saul was very angry and resentful of the song, for he thought:“They give David ten thousands, but only thousands to me.All that remains for him is the kingship.”And from that day on, Saul was jealous of David.
Virgin and Martyr
Not as man sees does God see,because he sees the appearancebut the LORD looks into the heart
Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world
Then he said to him, “See that you tell no one anything,but go, show yourself to the priestand offer for your cleansing what Moses prescribed;that will be proof for them.”
Then Eli understood that the LORD was calling the youth.So Eli said to Samuel, “Go to sleep, and if you are called, reply,‘Speak, LORD, for your servant is listening.'”
In her bitterness she prayed to the LORD, weeping copiously
Penny Nance of Concerned Women for America discusses a new study about a Netflix show that exposes preschoolers to LGBTQ content. Plus, a walk through Assisi with T during Shrines and Wonders Wednesday. Joan Lewis joins from Rome with her experience during the closing of the holy door. Also, a look at "Pray: The Father Patrick Peyton Story" with Father David Guffy and the film's producer Megan Harrington.
See what love the Father has bestowed on usthat we may be called the children of God.Yet so we are.
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
When the magi had departed, behold,the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said,“Rise, take the child and his mother, flee to Egypt,and stay there until I tell you.Herod is going to search for the child to destroy him.”
As they were stoning Stephen, he called out"Lord Jesus, receive my spirit."
Nick Fuentes is a lightning rod—a nerdy looking Catholic kid, suddenly exploding on the mainstream and attacked as a “monster.” But the real question for men isn't whether he's provocative… it's why so many young men are listening. In this conversation, Paul and Father Patrick dissect the deeper issues underneath the “taboo rebellion”: the collapse of male authority, the confusion around marriage in our world, and why copying internet outrage won't save your soul. We also draw a line: Orthodox Christianity isn't a political trolling project—our aim is repentance, stability, and salvation.If you're done with the grind, done with cultural insanity, and ready to rebuild your life with strength, brotherhood, and Tradition—join a Path of Manliness: https://pathofmanliness.com/Subscribe to our channel to stay updated on our latest content.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXPMCOblA-vdnIpE-4BR8PA?sub_confirmation=1Read more about our work:http://pathofmanliness.com#NickFuentes #PiersMorgan #TuckerCarlson #OrthodoxChristianity #TraditionalMasculinity #ChristianMarriage #MensMentalHealth #Tradition #Brotherhood #AntiWoke
He asked for a tablet and wrote, “John is his name,”and all were amazed.Immediately his mouth was opened, his tongue freed,and he spoke blessing God.
When Joseph awoke,he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded himand took his wife into his home.
Judah, like a lion's whelp,you have grown up on prey, my son.He crouches like a lion recumbent,the king of beasts–who would dare rouse him?
Amen, I say to you,tax collectors and prostitutesare entering the Kingdom of God before you
Empress of the Americas
From the days of John the Baptist until now,the Kingdom of heaven suffers violence,and the violent are taking it by force.
Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened,and I will give you rest
If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray,will he not leave the ninety-nine in the hillsand go in search of the stray?
Hail, full of grace! The Lord is with you.
The Spirit of the LORD shall rest upon him
"All that you see here–the days will come when there will not be lefta stone upon another stone that will not be thrown down."
Toby Usnik speaks with Father Patrick Ryan about what leadership looks like when institutions face pressure.Drawing from his childhood in a working-class Staten Island neighborhood, Father Ryan shares how community care shaped his early ideas about service. Together, he and Toby explore themes that mirror many of today's cultural and political dynamics: the search for transparency, the need for inclusive spaces, immigration and community advocacy, and the tension between institutional authority and lived experience.The episode stays close to the human side of leadership — listening, supporting, mentoring, and acknowledging complexity rather than rushing to certainty. In a moment defined by global conflict and shifting public trust, Father Ryan's reflections offer a steady, practical view on what it means to lead with responsibility.
Sing and rejoice, O daughter Zion!
Although all the Gentiles in the king's realm obey him,so that each forsakes the religion of his fathersand consents to the king's orders,yet I and my sons and my kin will keep to the covenant of our fathers
So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree in order to see Jesus,who was about to pass that way.
⚡Y'all, this one's a classic. Father Patrick joins us once again to dive into all the things—prayer, Advent, and more...and of course, he brings his signature puns and contagious joy.There's truly no one who can make you laugh and grow holier in the same breath quite like Fr. Patrick. His lighthearted wisdom and authentic faith remind us that holiness is filled with humor and hope.So grab your Checkers french fries
In today's episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with our new pastor, Father Patrick Cahill. You can watch and listen to the other episodes of Holy Hope here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgF74jpj_30HeM2CH0qZ_0rEip6QT8Zyb
Step into a journey that spans basalt canyons, coastal waters and city streets—where listening becomes not just a practice but a way of belonging. In this episode of Power of Place, we walk alongside Father Pat Twohy, a Jesuit priest and poet whose five decades of ministry with Native communities across the Pacific Northwest have shaped a unique place-rooted path of service. We travel with him from Spokane to Nespelem where he's welcomed through wakes, family meals and slow-built trust. We join him at Swinomish and on the Salish Sea, celebrating ancestral canoe journeys and welcoming the first salmon. In Seattle he walks with the urban Native community at Chief Seattle Club and helps establish the Indigenous Peoples Institute at Seattle University. Along the way we hear the archival voice of his teacher, Lushootseed language keeper Vi Hilbert, alongside contemporary reflections from elders and leaders including Shelly Vendiola (Swinomish), Teri Gobin (Tulalip) and Darrell Hillaire (Lummi). This is not a story of conversion but of transformation: through ceremony, companionship and the sacred act of listening. And as we listen we're offered the same invitation—to learn from Native people, to be shaped by their wisdom and—like Father Pat—to walk away changed. “You have an ability to osmosis, I think. And I sort of inhale it. It sort of becomes part of me. Soaking it in without having to say anything or not performing anything. Just taking it in; receiving as much as I can possibly receive. And they knew that about me. And eventually, they spoon-feed me, a little bit at a time.” ~Father Patrick Twohy, S.J.
I was honored to have Father Patrick Schultz from the Diocese of Cleveland as a guest on the Bridegroom Speaks podcast. He shared with us the impact St. John Paul II's teachings have had on his heart and his ministry as a priest. He also tackled two of the most common questions I get about Christ the Bridegroom and gave answers that are food for thought. Father Patrick will be the speaker at our first Hope Blooms Benefit on May 30th 2025.To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com.