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This archived episode of Focus, the podcast of Catholic Answers, features guest Gary Michuta discussing Jesus, the Jewish Messiah. Support the show

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss the spiritual challenges that can sometimes accompany retirement. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld to discuss vines and branches in the Bible, and Gary Michuta to share more Old Testament prophecies about Jesus. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Hildegard of Bingen’s Holy Spirit Prayer Holy Spirit,Comforting fire,Life of all creation.Anointing the sick,cleansing body and soul,Fill this body! Holy Spirit,Sacred breath, Fire of love,Sweetest taste, Beautiful aroma,Fill this heart! Holy Spirit,Filling the world,from the heights to the deep,Raining from clouds, filling rivers and sea,Fill this mind! Holy Spirit,Bringing light into dark places,igniting praise,Greatest gift, our Hope and Encourager,Holy Spirit of Christ,I praise you! Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE Ingredients 1½-2 pounds fresh ripe tomatoes 1 nice clove garlic ¼ cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Handful fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces or sliced into ribbons Optional but real good: Parmesan, fresh mozzarella, feta or burrata cheese Instructions Slice the tomatoes into small chunks. If you’re using cherry/grape tomatoes, slice in halfor quarters Put the tomatoes in a large bowl. Grate the garlic clove over the tomatoes or chop fine. Pour the olive oil over the tomatoes and sprinkle with the salt. Stir to combine – I like to smoosh the tomatoes down a bit to release some juice, and then add the basil. Add pepper if you like. Red pepper flakes are good! Add hot cooked pasta to the bowl and toss, then stir in cheese. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Ascension Thursday! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the relationship between this feast and the upcoming feast of Pentecost. Guests include Rita Heikenfeld with gardening tips from the Bible, Gary Michuta with more Messianic prophecies from the Old Testament, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss how artificial intelligence is affecting mental health treatment. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Ascension Prayer Jesus, I honor You on the feast of Your Ascension into heaven. I rejoice with all my heart at the glory into which You entered to reign as King of heaven and earth. When the struggle of this life is over, give me the grace to share Your joy and triumph in heaven for all eternity. I believe that You entered into Your glorious Kingdom to prepare a place for me, for You promised to come again to take me to Yourself. Grant that I may seek only the joys of Your friendship and love, so that I may deserve to be united with You in heaven. In the hour of my own homecoming, when I appear before Your Father to give an account of my life on earth, have mercy on me. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: Tomato Basil Bruschetta 3 cups cherry tomatoes diced or quartered ⅓ cup basil leaves finely chopped – a handful ¼ cup olive oil divided ¼ teaspoon salt 1 French baguette ¼ cup balsamic vinegar Instructions In a mixing bowl, add 3 cups diced cherry tomatoes, ⅓ cup finely chopped basil leaves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt. Mix everything and set aside. Slice the baguette. Brush both sides with the remaining olive oil. Broil for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until your get a golden/brown crust. Top the baguette slices with tomato/basil mixture and balsamic drizzle. ***** Fr. Tad Pacholczyk is online at ncbcenter.org. Clare Ann Ath’s article on the benefits of playing outside can be found here. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics to discuss more Old Testament prophecies fulfilled by Jesus. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on avoiding burnout as a caregiver, and Fr. Robert Nixon with more thoughts on solitude and silence from Thomas a Kempis. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer to St. Joseph the Worker Joseph, by the work of your hands and the sweat of your brow, you supported Jesus and Mary, and had the Son of God as your fellow worker. Teach me to work as you did, with patience and perseverance, for God and for those whom God has given me to support. Teach me to see in my fellow workers the Christ who desires to be in them, that I may always be charitable and forbearing towards all. Grant me to look upon work with the eyes of faith, so that I shall recognize in it my share in God’s own creative activity and in Christ’s work of our redemption, and so take pride in it. When it is pleasant and productive, remind me to give thanks to God for it. And when it is burdensome, teach me to offer it to God, in reparation for my sins and the sins of the world. Amen. ***** Dr. Marcus Peter, author of Biblical Wisdom to Transform Your Marriage Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined once again by my friend and world renown researched and bibliophile Gary Michuta to talk about the Old Testament prophecies fulfilled by Christ. Geared towards defending our Catholic Christian faith, Gary's new work, diving deep into the prophecies fulfilled by Jesus, is meant to equip the reader (and listener) with some incredible knowledge about exactly what the Jewish people thought about Jesus, the plan for salvation that God had from the start, and how the entire Bible centres so richly on Christ. It's an amazing conversation. You'll learn so much!For more from Gary visit his website where you can buy his fantastic books on this topic. You can get Messiah: Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled in Christ from the St. Paul Center.Also check out his fantastic YouTube channel.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

Happy feast of Pope St. Pius V! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss more of his life and legacy. Other guests include Gary Michuta with more prophecies about Jesus in the Old Testament, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect Prayer for the Memorial of Pope St. Pius V O God, who raised up Pope Saint Pius Vto defend the faith and reform Your Church,grant that through his intercession,we may remain steadfast in our love for Youand Your Holy Church.Help us to uphold the truths of our faithwith courage and zeal, and to always seek Your glory.Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. ***** Justin DeMoss is online at legatus.org and benedictine.edu. Full list of guests ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: MARY GARDEN IDEAS Mint – since this herb used for tithing in Bible days is an invasive herb, it’s great for containers. So many kinds, from peppermint to spearmint to ginger, mojito and chocolate mint. We make cream mints for Mother’s Day and finely chopped fresh mint is so good in them. (That’s the recipe I’m sharing today). Basil – the legend is that basil was found growing outside of Christ’s tomb after He resurrected. For containers, there’s a small leafed basil called globe or minuet. Leaves are so small no chopping needed. Dill – Another tithing herb mentioned by Jesus, and yummy with seafood and potatoes. Dukat and Fernleaf are good specimens. Cilantro – Analagous with the manna of the Bible, the seed is called coriander. This bolts to seed in hot weather, so take that into consideration. Thyme – French and English are the gold standards, and there are creeping thymes that hang nicely over the containers edge. Marigold – For Mary! Calendua is a lovely marigold with edible flowers. ***** RECIPE: CREAM MINTS Let the little ones hand form them or use molds. When using molds, roll the mints in granulated, sanding or sparkling sugar before putting into molds. Ingredients4 oz cream cheese, softened (use block, not spreadable cream cheese)1 tablespoon butter, softened4 cups powdered sugar, plus a bit extra for forming mints if necessary1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract1/8 teaspoon vanillaFood coloring (optional) InstructionsBeat cream cheese and butter together, then add 2 cups sugar, blending well.Add extracts, and then rest of powdered sugar.Dough should be very stiff and not sticky – like a play dough consistency so you may need to add a bit more sugar.Add a tiny bit of food coloring and blend.Roll dough into teaspoon sized balls.Place on parchment lined baking sheet and dip the tines of a fork in powdered sugar and gently but firmly press down on each mint.OR roll into balls, then in granulated, sanding or sparkling sugar, then press into molds, smoothing tops.Store at room temperature for a week in single layers or in refrigerator for longer storage.Can also be frozen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you coming to Sacred Heart Radio’s 25th Anniversary banquet June 13th? Join Matt and Anna (and Paul!), along with keynote speaker and Mass celebrant Fr. Wade Menezes, Ken Craycraft, and a few other surprises, to celebrate a quarter century of sharing the Catholic Faith over the airwaves. Individual tickets are $150 to the banquet, but other packages are available! Register here. ***** Happy feast of St. George! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to discuss the life and witness of the real St. George. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on how to avoid succumbing to road rage, and Gary Michuta to unpack more Old Testament prophecies about Jesus. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Saint Charles Borromeo Marian Prayer for Holy Priests O Holy Mother of God, pray for the priestsYour Son has chosen to serve the Church.Help them by your intercession,to be holy, zealous, and chaste. Make them models of virtuein the service of God’s people.Help them to be prayerful in meditations,effective in preaching, and enthusiasticin the daily offering of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.Help them to administer the sacraments with joy. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: PERPETUAL COLANDER SALAD GARDEN Find inexpensive colanders at thrift or dollar stores. As far as what to grow, choices are endless. You can plant a single variety of greens or a mix. Let the little ones help you choose. Depending on the depth, you can also plant radishes and carrots. Or how about strawberries? Line a colander with coffee filters to keep soil in and allow good drainage. Or use a plastic baggy and poke holes in it for drainage Tape coffee filters/baggies if necessary to adhere to colander.. Pour soil in 3/4 of the way up. Tamp down to smooth. Water gently but thoroughly. Sprinkle seeds evenly over surface. You can sprinkle on a good amount of seeds if using lettuces. If using carrots or radishes, do less since they need room to grow under the top soil. Pour a tiny bit of soil on top of seeds, just enough to cover. Tamp down gently. Add label and date. You can simply tape the seed packet on a popsicle stick. Place in sunny spot. Outside or in – depending upon weather. If outside and it’s raining a lot bring it in. Water as needed. The first few days you won’t have to water. Keep evenly moist but not soggy. Watch closely — in a week or so you’ll see all those tiny seeds sprouting. Some varieties of lettuces and radishes are ready to eat in 3 weeks For the lettuce garden, as the greens grow, cut at soil level. New growth appears in a few days. Waste not want not! Even if you don’t grow a colander garden, you can grow lettuce from cores! Best kinds to use are romaine and leaf lettuces. Place a 1-2 inch lettuce stem in a shallow bowl with half an inch of water, ensuring the leaves remain above water. Set it on a sunny windowsill, changing the water every 2 days to prevent rot. Leaves will emerge in days. This works for celery, too! ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Bernadette and St. Benedict Joseph Labre! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss St. Benedict as a patron of mental health, and Fr. Boniface Hicks to share thoughts from St. Bernadette on prayer. Other guests include Gary Michuta with more Old Testament prophecies fulfilled in Christ, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for Faithful Citizenship Gracious and loving God, let your Spirit be with us today. Hear our prayers and increase in us the will to follow your Son Jesus. Help us to draw on the resources of our faith as we use the opportunities of our democracy to shape a society more respectful of the life, dignity, and rights of the human person from conception to natural death, especially the most vulnerable among us. We ask this through Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: CHICKEN SPAGHETTI Ingredients 2 cups cooked chicken – either cook your own or use deli roasted3 cups spaghetti, uncooked and broken into two-in. pieces2 cans cream of mushroom soup3-4 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese1/4 cup finely diced red or other colored bell pepper1/4 cup finely diced onion1 (4-oz.) jar diced pimentos, drained – optional2 cups chicken broth (can use broth you cooked chicken in or canned broth)1 teaspoon or so Seasoned Salt1/8 tsp. to 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepperSalt and pepper, to taste Instructions Cook spaghetti in chicken broth until al dente. Do not overcook. (If you didn’t cook the chicken from scratch, use canned chicken broth to cook the spaghetti. When spaghetti is cooked, combine with remaining ingredients except additional 1 cup extra sharp cheddar. Place mixture in casserole pan and top with remaining 1 cup sharp cheddar. Cover and freeze up to six months, cover and refrigerate up to two days, or bake immediately: 350 for 45 minutes until bubbly. (If the cheese on top starts to get too cooked, cover with foil). ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you coming to Sacred Heart Radio’s 25th Anniversary banquet? Join Matt and Anna (and Paul!), along with keynote speaker and Mass celebrant Fr. Wade Menezes, Ken Craycraft, and a few other surprises, to celebrate a quarter century of sharing the Catholic Faith over the airwaves. Individual tickets are $150 to the banquet, but other packages are available! Register here. ***** Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss Pope Leo’s April prayer intention for priests in crisis. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld with granola recipes using foods mentioned in the Bible, and Gary Michuta on his new book about Old Testament prophecies that point to Jesus. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. Albert the Great Govern my heart O Lord, lest it drift into useless and disordered thoughts. Do not permit me to become excessively preoccupied with anything at all, even matters and concerns that are useful and good in themselves. Temper the affections of my soul so that I may neither love nor hate anything in a way that exceeds due proportions. Let me neither rejoice nor be saddened beyond the measure that is fitting and rational. Amen ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: MAPLE GRANOLA Ingredients 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats – don’t use quick or instant since they will bake up too powdery 1-1/2 cups nuts of your choice – I used pecan, walnut and almond pieces 1/2 cup sesame seeds 1/2 cup sunflower seeds 1/4 cup salted butter – if using unsalted, add 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar – I used light brown 1 cup or so dried fruit Instructions Preheat oven to 325. Combine oats, nuts, seeds and, if using, salt. In a saucepan, stir together butter, maple syrup, vanilla and sugar. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then lower to a simmer and cook about 5 minutes. That’s enough time for sugar to dissolve. Pour maple syrup mixture over oats mixture and stir until well coated. Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray and spread mixture out in even layer. Bake, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes or so, until golden. Remove and let cool. It will get crispier as it cools.Stir in fruit. Store in covered container at room temperature up to 2 weeks. Makes about 6 cups. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How many messianic prophecies are found in Scripture, and how do they point to Jesus? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Catholic Answers apologists explore the Old Testament foundations of the Messiah and how Jesus fulfills them. They discuss the most important messianic texts and passages, address whether people in Jesus' time were sincerely seeking the Messiah, and examine common objections—such as why Jesus didn't immediately bring universal peace. The conversation also explains why the apostles expected a conquering king, the difference between “Messiah” and “Lord,” and whether Jesus' miracles would have been recognized as messianic signs. A clear and compelling look at how Scripture reveals Jesus as the promised Messiah. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:29 – How many messianic prophecies are in scripture?   10:20 – Are the people questioning Jesus sincerely trying to figure out if Jesus is the Messiah?   15:30 – What are the main messianic texts?   18:45 – What are some of the main messianic passages?   24:20 – What do you find to be the most compelling messianic prophecy?   31:46 – Objection: Jesus wasn't the Messiah because he didn't usher in eternal peace.   37:11 – Why did the apostles keep expecting Jesus to be the conquering king messiah?   46:10 – What's the difference between messiah and lord?   53:08 – Would people have recognized something messianic about Jesus' healings? 

Andrea Picciotti-Bayer discusses a SCOTUS ruling in favor of counselors and Gary Michuta looks at how Christ fulfills the Old Testament prophecies.

Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gary Michuta joins William to discuss Gary’s new book, Messiah: Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled in Christ

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to share recipes for simple fasting breads during the season of Lent. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast with thoughts on getting better sleep, and Gary Michuta on the meaning of 666 in the Bible. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. Clement of Alexandria May we all live in the peace that comes from You. May we journey towards Your city, sailing through the waters of sin untouched by the waves, borne tranquilly along by the Holy Spirit, Your Wisdom beyond all telling. Night and day until the last day of all, may our praises give You thanks, our thanksgiving praise You: You who alone are both Father and Son, Son and Father, the Son who is our Tutor and our Teacher, together with the Holy Spirit.” ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: FASTING BREADS Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups Whole Wheat Flour2 1/2 cups All Purpose Flour1 1/2 tsp. Salt1 Tbs. Sugar4 1/2 tsp Active Dry Yeast2 cups Luke Warm Water1/2 cup 100% Pure Maple Syrup or honey1/2 cup Virgin Olive Oil1 tsp. Holy Water1 cup Oats – soaked in 1/2 cup hot water for 2 minutes1 cup Pecan or Walnut pieces – broken and skillet toasted 2 min1 cup Dried Cherries or Raisins – soaked 5 min in 1/4 cup hot water Directions: 1. Combine the first three dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Mix well with a whisk. 2. Clear a small area in the center of the dry blend. 3. Add sugar, dry yeast, and the 2 cups of warm water. Let stand for 3 minutes until yeast proofs and forms bubbles. Combine with flour mixture and liquid. This will be thick but more liquid comes later. 4. Add maple syrup, olive oil and holy water. Stir mixture until well blended. 5. Add walnuts and/or pecans and raisins and/or cherries with their liquid. 6. Add soaked oats to the flour mixture. 7. Blend everything together in one bowl. 8. Turn out onto a floured board and knead by hand for 10-12 minutes adding more flour as needed to make a moderately stiff dough that is smooth and elastic. Knead the dough by flattening somewhat and fold-in from the outside towards the center. Press down hard on the center. Rotate the bowl and repeat the process until smooth and elastic and forma “ball” 9. Return the “ball” to the mixing bowl, drizzle with olive oil, cover and let rise 1 hour. 10. Remove to a floured board and kneed several more times as above. Cut into three equal pieces. 11. Place each piece into a loaf pan coated on all sides with olive oil. Drizzle loaf again with olive oil, cover and let rise for another hour. Olive oil produces a tasty crust. 12. Slash loaf tops and bake in the middle of a preheated 375 degree oven for 40 minutes or until brown on top and bottom. Loaf should sound hollow when tapped. 13. Remove bread from pans and cool on a rack. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Ray walks us through what Jesus saw in the wilderness. Joan Lewis stops in to give the latest from Rome and Vatican news. Plus, Coach's commentary talks brining Jesus to work, and Gary Michuta is our guest to discuss his newest book "Messiah: Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled in Christ"

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to discuss more meatless Lenten recipe ideas using foods mentioned in the Bible. Other guests include Kevin Prendergast on using Lent as a time to work on being a better parent, and Gary Michuta on what it means for Jesus to refer to himself as the Alpha and Omega. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of Pope St. John Paul II O God, You are our Creator . You are good and Your mercy knows no bounds . To You arises the praise of every creature. O God, You have given us an inner law by which we must live. To do Your will is our task . To follow Your ways is to know peace of heart. To You we offer our homage . Guide us on all the paths we travel upon this earth. Free us from all the evil tendencies which lead our hearts away from Your will . Never allow us to stray from You. O God, judge of all humanity, help us to be included among Your chosen ones on the last day. O God, Author of peace and justice, give us true joy and authentic love, and a lasting solidarity among peoples. Give us Your everlasting gifts. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: VEGETARIAN STUFFED SHELLS Ingredients 20 jumbo pasta shells, cooked until 75% doneFilling:3-4 cups marinara sauce – I used 415 oz ricotta cheese – I used full fat1/2 cup Parmesan cheese3-4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese – 2 cups in mixture and 1 or 2 for top1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 nice clove garlic, minced real fine1/4 cup parsley, plus more to garnish or chopped frozen, thawed spinach, a cup, microwaved, then drained real well (remove all moisture) – both are optional, but. niceSalt and pepper to taste1 large egg, lightly beaten Instructions Preheat oven to 375.After shells are cooked, drain and then pour cold water over them in the pot. This keeps them from sticking.Spray a 9×13 pan. Pour sauce in bottom.Mix together ricotta, Parmesan, 2 cups mozzarella, garlic, parsley or spinach.Add salt and pepper to taste, then mix in the egg.Remove shells from cold water, drain and then fill each shell with cheese mixture. I use an ice cream scoop.Sprinkle with rest of mozzarella.Cover with foil (spray underside to keep cheese from sticking).Bake 25-30 minutes until done. Remove foil and bake a bit more if cheese needs to melt more. Find more recipes at abouteating.com. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by two of the best experts on the Canon of the Bible, my friends Matthew Mark McWhorter and Gary Michuta. Together, we'll dig into exactly why Protestant Bibles are smaller than Catholic Bibles – what happened to the missing books and the unfounded theories that led to them being removed. We look at modern evidence which proves that the Catholic canon of Scripture was what Jesus and the apostles were reading, that it contains more intact and reliable versions of Scripture, and that Jerome's famous thesis – which led Martin Luther to REMOVE books from the Bible – is historically false, and has been proven so! For more from Gary check out his YouTube channel and his incredible books available from Catholic Answers.For more from Matthew McWhorter including his incredible book Canon Crossfire: Does the Protestant Bible Blow Up the Case for Christianity visit his website. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme Music: "Splendor (Intro)" by Former Ruins. Learn more at formerruins.com or listen on Spotify, Apple Music,A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to discuss recipes for Valentine’s Day and Fat Tuesday. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on setting yourself up for a fruitful Lent, and Gary Michuta on what the Epistle of St. James has to say about treasure in heaven. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. Thomas More Prayer Give me thy grace, good Lord,Not to long to hear of any worldly things,But that the hearing of worldly fantasies may be to me displeasant.Gladly to be thinking of God,Piteously to call for his help.To lean unto the comfort of God,Busily to labour to love him.To know my own vility and wretchedness,To humble and meeken myself under the mighty hand of God,To bewail my sins passed.For the purging of them, patiently to suffer adversity. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: MUFFULETTA WITH OLIVE DRESSING Instructions One large loaf Italian bread, sliced into two horizontally.Vary meats and cheese to suit you. Filling: 1/2 pound each: thin sliced baked ham and provolone cheese1/4 pound thin sliced hard salamiThinly sliced tomatoesThinly sliced red or other onionsLeaf lettuce (opt) Dressing Go to taste on this. If you don’t like black olives, use Greek or green. You may wind up with dressing left over. It makes a nice spread for wraps. Ingredients Go to taste on this, tasting after it’s made.1/2 cup minced black olives2/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup red wine vinegar1-2 tablespoons minced onion1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped or 2 teaspoons dried1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon dried oreganoPepper to taste Instructions Whisk together dressing ingredients. (Can be made a day ahead). Set aside.Hollow out bottom loaf, leaving ½” thick sides.Hollow out top loaf, but leave sides a bit thicker.Spread dressing on inside of top and bottom loaves. Set top aside.Start layering meats, cheese, vegetables and lettuce, brushing each layer with dressing, until you run out of filling.Press each layer down really firm as you go.Press top onto sandwich, pressing down really firm, wrap and chill for 1 – 8 hours.Cut into big wedges to serve. Skewer with long toothpicks. Take the bite out of onions!Put slices in ice water for 20 minutes to several hours, then drain. ***** BONUS RECIPE: VALENTINE’S DAY SHORTBREAD COOKIE HEARTS Easily doubled. Makes up to 1-1/2 dozen, depending on size. Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature3/4 cup powdered sugar1 tablespoon vanilla2 cups flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt Instructions Preheat oven to 350.Line baking sheets with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.Beat butter and sugar until fluffy.Add vanilla and beat until combined.Whisk together flour, baking powder and salt and add slowly to butter mixture. As soon as it’s mixed well, stop beating. Too much beating results in a tough cookie.Form dough into ball, put in plastic wrap and smoosh down to flatten. Makes rolling out easier.Refrigerate 1 hour or up to a few days to firm up.Roll out on lightly floured surface to 1/4” thick.Cut into desired shapes, re-rolling as necessary. (If you’re going to sprinkle with sugar, do it now and press down real gently to make it stick).Bake 14-17 minutes or just until edges start to turn light brown. Cookies will be a bit soft but will firm up nicely after cooling. Powdered sugar frosting with milk or water 2 cups powdered sugar3-4 tablespoons milk or water1/2 or so teaspoon vanillaFood coloring (optional) Instructions Whisk everything until you get right consistency.Add food coloring drop by drop.Extra can be stored in refrigerator and whisked at room temperature.Powdered sugar frosting with light corn syrup (more glossy and dries harder). Ingredients 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted, then measured2 tablespoons light corn syrup3-4 tablespoons milk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractFood coloring (optional) Instructions Whisk everything until you get right consistency.Add food coloring drop by drop.Extra can be stored in refrigerator and whisked at room temperature. To frost cookies: After they cool, I like to dip the cookies face down in the icing. Carefully wiggle it around a bit so the whole top gets coated. Extra can be scraped off edges if necessary. Place on rack to dry. Or you can drizzle the icing on with a fork or whisk. It’s pretty that way too and allows some of the cookie to show on top.Let cookies sit until icing hardens completely before storing or stacking. ***** Sr. Allison Regina Gliot, author of The Light they Left Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Agatha of Sicily! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina and Courtney Brown to discuss the heroic witness of this early Christian virgin and martyr. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Dr. John Bergsma on preparing for Lent with Scripture. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. Clement of Alexandria May we all live in the peace that comes from You. May we journey towards Your city, sailing through the waters of sin untouched by the waves, borne tranquilly along by the Holy Spirit, Your Wisdom beyond all telling. Night and day until the last day of all, may our praises give You thanks, our thanksgiving praise You: You who alone are both Father and Son, Son and Father, the Son who is our Tutor and our Teacher, together with the Holy Spirit. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: GRAIN-FREE POTATO CRUST QUICHE Ingredients 1-1/2 lbs baby “creamer” or Yukon gold potatoes (if using larger potatoes, peel and cut up)1-1/2 tablespoons salt for boiling potatoes, plus ¼ tsp for sprinkling8 slices bacon, chopped1/2 cup onion, diced1-1/2 cups cheese, shredded1-1/2 cups half and half, or equal parts whole milk and heavy cream5 eggs3/4 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper1/4 tsp smoked or regular paprika (optional but good)Handful fresh greens, shredded (optional)Chives, to garnish, optional Instructions Preheat the oven to 400.Add potatoes and enough water to cover. Add 1-1/2 tablespoons salt. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat and cook until tender, about 20-30 minutes, depending on size. Drain and set aside.While potatoes cook, set a 10-inch cast iron pan (or a heavy-bottomed, oven-safe pan) over medium heat and add bacon. Cook until bacon is crisp and leave fat in pan.Remove bacon and set aside.Add onions to fat and cook, stirring often, until golden. Remove onions to plate with bacon.Add potatoes to skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with ¼ tsp salt.Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to press firmly into bottom and about 1 inch up the sides, closing gaps to form a complete crust.Whisk eggs. Add half and half, ½ tsp salt, pepper and paprika. Whisk to incorporate air into mixture.Stir in cheese, onion, greens, and most of the chopped bacon (set some aside for garnish). Pour into crust.Bake 25-30 minutes, or until filling is set and cooked.Let cool on rack 15 minutes. Garnish with bacon and parsley or chives, if desired. ***** Keith and Tami Kiser are online at readnarnia.org. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to discuss chicken and fowl in the Bible, and share a recipe for game day buffalo wings. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on Seasonal Affective Disorder, and Gary Michuta on the authorship of the book of Hebrews. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer to St. Joseph for Providence

 Joseph, with Jesus and Mary, you knew hunger, uncertainty, and illness.You turned your heart to God to lift up your needs and those of your family.In faith you accepted the Father’s response as events unfolded.Be with me today as I offer my requests to the Father.Joseph, let me recognize God’s will as I open my hands to accept what God bestows in loving kindness.With tenderness, God fills creation with life and love.Open my eyes to the wonders that God works without ceasing.Let me learn the true intention behind my request so that I may discoverwithin myself the lowly one that God commends. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: BUFFALO WINGS Ingredients: Chicken8-10 or so chicken wings, drumettes and wingettes1/2 cup flour1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper powder3/4 teaspoon saltOil for frying – 2 cups or so, enough to cover wings Homemade hot sauceThe hot sauce is a “taste as you go” recipe, so do just that, adding more of any ingredient.2/3 cup hot pepper sauce8 tablespoons butterUp to 2 tablespoons clear vinegar – start with 11/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper powder1/8 teaspoon garlic powderSalt BONUS RECIPE: Homemade Blue cheese dip 1 cup real mayonnaise1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup buttermilk3/4 cup blue cheese crumbles (6 oz)1 generous tablespoon minced garlic2 teaspoons minced green onionPepper to tastePalmful fresh minced parsley (opt)Few drops hot sauce (opt)GarnishCelery and carrot sticks Instructions: Chicken:Whisk together flour, paprika, cayenne and salt.Sprinkle over chicken wings in big bowl and toss to coat evenly. Coating won’t be real thick. Place on tray in single layer.Cover and refrigerate from 1 hour to several.Now fry the wings. Add a good inch of oil in a deep, heavy skillet. Heat to 375 degrees. (A cube of bread will fry in about 30 seconds, but a thermometer is more accurate).Fry wings in single layer 10 minutes or so, until they turn golden brown and crisp. Let drain on rack or paper towels. Hot sauce:Put hot sauce, butter, vinegar, Worcestershire, cayenne, and garlic powder in saucepan. Bring to a simmer, remove from heat and whisk until smooth. Taste for salt. Can be done ahead and reheated. Blue cheese dip:Just whisk everything together, then refrigerate an hour or up to a couple of days to let flavors meld. Extra blue cheese dip can be used on salads. Assembly:Put wings in big bowl and pour about half the sauce over. Toss to coat and add more hot sauce if you like. Pour extra sauce into small bowl for dipping. Remove with tongs and place on platter with celery, carrots, hot sauce and blue cheese dip. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss developing virtuous habits in the new year. Other guests include Dr. John Bergsma from the St. Paul Center, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer for Christian Unity God of all, we pray as one, that we may be one, just as the Lord Jesus prayed we may be one in Him. Your son Jesus compels us to be reconciled to one another. May our spirits be joined to Your Holy Spirit, that we may witness to the visible unity of your Church. May we all recognize that we are truly one with You, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and grow together in peace. We ask this in the name of Jesus our Lord. Amen. More resources for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity can be found at the Catholic Apostolate Center. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gary Michuta joins William to discuss the Catholic Canon of Sacred Scripture and the incompleteness of the abridged Protestant Bible

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods to share more reflections on Artificial Intelligence through the lens of Theology of the Body. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** St. Thomas More Prayer Give me Your grace, good Lord, to set the world at nought, to set my mind fast upon You. And not to hang upon the blast of men’s mouths. To be content to be solitary. Not to long for worldly company, little and little utterly to cast off the world, and rid my mind of all the business thereof. Gladly to be thinking of God, piteously to call for His help, to lean unto the comfort of God, busily to labor to love Him. To have continually in mind the passion that Christ suffered for me; for His benefits incessantly to give Him thanks. To think my most enemies my best friends, for the brethren of Joseph could never have done him so much good with their love and favor as they did him with their malice and hatred. ***** The Sisters of Life are online at sistersoflife.org. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Robert Nixon, O.S.B., to look at the value of living in Christian community. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Dr. John Bergsma on how the prophet Isaiah looks forward to the Baptism of Jesus. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for Faithful Citizenship Gracious and loving God, let your Spirit be with us today. Hear our prayers and increase in us the will to follow your Son Jesus. Help us to draw on the resources of our faith as we use the opportunities of our democracy to shape a society more respectful of the life, dignity, and rights of the human person, especially the poor and vulnerable. We ask this through Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: MARCELLA HAZAN’S TOMATO PASTA SAUCE Ingredients 1 can, 28 oz. High quality Italian tomatoes in puree 1 medium onion, peeled and cut in half 5-6 tablespoons butter Salt and pepper (after it cooks) Instructions Easy peasy: Put tomatoes, onion and butter in a pan. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and cook, stirring and crushing the tomatoes lightly with the back of a spoon occasionally, for about 45 minutes. Remove and discard the onion. Or leave it in like me. Serve over hot pasta with grated Parmesan cheese. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. John Damascene! On today’s show, Matt Swaim welcomes Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss the teachings of one of the last Fathers of the Church. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, Gary Michuta from Hands on Apologetics, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the Feast of St. John Damascene Grant, we pray, O Lord, that we may be helped by the prayers of the Priest Saint John Damascene, so that the true faith, which he excelled in teaching, may always be our light and our strength. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to share more make ahead recipes for Thanksgiving. Other guests include Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Fr. Robert Nixon, O.S.B., with reflections on silence from Thomas a Kempis. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for Grace and Guidance O Lord God almighty, who has brought to us to the beginning of this day, defend us in the same by Your power; that we may not this day fall into any sin, but that all our thoughts, words, and works may be directed to the fulfillment of Your will. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, world without end. Amen. ***** THANKSGIVING RECIPE IDEAS FROM RITA Sweet Potato Coins4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-1/2” rounds1/4 cup olive oil or more if needed1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves2 generous teaspoons minced garlic1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 teaspoon saltExtra sprigs of thyme Preheat oven to 400. Toss potatoes with oil, thyme, garlic, pepper and salt. Place standing each coin up on sprayed cookie sheet. Add extra thyme sprigs around potatoes. Roast 40-45 minutes. Serves 4. ***** Sweet Potato Soufflé (from listener Karen Lance) Casserole:3-4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, cooked, and mashed1 cup sugar3/4 cup melted butter2 beaten eggs1 tsp cinnamon1 tsp vanilla1/4 tsp allspice1/3 cup milk Topping1/4 cup flour1/3 cup melted butter1 cup light brown sugar1 cup chopped pecans Mix together casserole ingredients and pour into oblong baking dish.Bake 15 minutes at 350, then reduce temperature to 300 and bake for 10 more minutes.Mix together ingredients for topping, add to the top of sweet potato mixture, and bake for another 15 minutes at 350. ***** Rita’s Clone of Cheesecake Factory’s Cheesecake This cake is so rich that I use a 9” pan. If you use an 8” pan, plan on baking a bit longer. An 8” pan makes thicker slices, and they look almost as high as Cheesecake Factory’s. The taste is so similar you wouldn’t be able to tell the difference!Crust:1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs1 tablespoon or so of sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon cinnamon5 tablespoons melted butterMix until crumbly, not pasty. Pat into 9” springform pan going up the sides a bit. Set aside while making filling: Filling:1 pound cream cheese, room temperature1 cup sour cream1-1/4 cups sugar1 teaspoon vanilla3 tablespoons brown sugar15 oz canned pumpkin2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon cinnamon4 eggs, lightly beatenPreheat oven to 350. Beat cream cheese, sour cream, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add pumpkin and spices and blend. Add eggs and blend until mixed. Pour into pan. Bake 40-45 minutes until center is almost set but still wobbly. Turn oven off but leave cheesecake in with oven door shut for 30 minutes more. This will finish the baking process and prevent a lot of “cracking” on top. Refrigerate several hours or up to 2 days to complete firming up of cheesecake. Garnish with whipped cream and nuts if you like. Serves 10-12. ***** Annie’s Family Bread Stuffing 3 Tablespoons chopped onion1/4 Cup butter4 Cups dry bread cubes (about 7 slices cut or torn)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon ground sage2-4 tablespoons water or chicken broth Cook onion in butter, combine with bread and seasoning. Toss with enough liquid to moisten Makes 3 cups stuffing or enough stuffing for a 4-5 pound chicken. For a 10 pound turkey, double the recipe. ***** Matt’s Crispy Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Shallots and Bacon 1 pound Brussels sprouts1/4 pound bacon, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips3 shallotsOlive OilBlack Pepper to taste Preheat oven to 400. Slice shallots, and cut of stems of Brussels sprouts and halve them. Add sprouts, shallots, and bacon to a large mixing bowl, and toss with olive oil and black pepper. Bake on a sheet pan or in a pyrex dish for 10 minutes, toss, and bake for 5-10 more, until desired crispiness is reached. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Paul Schrimption, author of “The Most Dangerous Man in England,” to discuss St. John Henry Newman ahead of him being declared a Doctor of the Church and a Patron Saint of Catholic Education this weekend. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss a report on the mental health of priests, and Gary Michuta on how St. Paul evangelized. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer to St. Joseph for the Unemployed Silent and well-known carpenter in Nazareth, model of workers, by the work of your hands you gave your contribution to the work of the Creator, you earned your living, and you provided for the needs of the Holy Family. Intercede for all workers, in the difficulties of their daily lives especially for the unemployed, in their anxieties for tomorrow, so that through the guidance of God, the great Architect and Builder, they all may use their strength and talents to make visible God’s new creation, to offer a concrete service to society, and to earn wages worthy of their efforts. With confidence and trust we make this prayer thru Jesus. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: STUFFED POPPERS Baked Jalapeño Poppers Ingredients 1 pound jalapenos, halved and seeded (wear gloves!) 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese 6 pieces bacon, cooked and crumbled Bread crumb coating: Mix together: 1/2 teaspoon each salt and garlic powder 1 cup or so bread crumbs Instructions Preheat oven to 325. Mix cheeses and bacon together. Stuff into jalapeno halves. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake 20-35 minutes. ***** Sausage Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers Ingredients 1 pound ground pork sausage 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1 pound large fresh jalapeño peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded Instructions Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Cook sausage.Mix sausage, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese together in a large bowl.Spoon about 1 tablespoon of sausage mixture into each jalapeño half; arrange stuffed halves in baking dishes.Bake until bubbly and lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Serve with ranch dressing. ***** Paul Schrimpton, author of The Most Dangerous Man in England Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How did the Church decide which books to include in the Bible? Why are Catholic Bibles bigger than Protestant Bibles? Should we read the Old Testament? How do I read the Bible?In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the Bible by addressing common questions about the Bible.This podcast relies 100% on the generosity of listeners. If you have found these episodes helpful and would like to support the future of Crash Course Catholicism, please consider donating via the following links:⁠⁠⁠Donate via PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support us on Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact the podcast: crashcoursecatholicism@gmail.com.Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/crashcoursecatholicism/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠References and further reading/listening/viewing:CCC, pts 120-130Vatican II, Dei VerbumUniversalis, Daily Mass ReadingsThe Bible in a Year Reading PlanScott Hahn, Catholic Bible DictionaryDr. John Bergsma, "Why are Catholic Bibles Bigger than Protestant Bibles?"Catholic Answers, Who Compiled the Bible and When?Canon of Scripture: What criteria did the early Christians use to determine What were the criteria for determining the books of the Bible?Protestantism's Old Testament ProblemScripture and TraditionDid Catholics Add 7 Books to the Bible? Or Did Protestants Remove Them?Trent Horn, Why are Protestant Bibles Smaller?Jimmy Akin, The Bible is a Catholic BookShameless Popery, How were the books of the Bible decided?Gary Michuta, Why Catholic Bibles are BiggerMatt Fradd, Why Catholic Bibles are BiggerCatholic Encyclopedia, Canon of the New TestamentSeptuagint VersionAleteia, What is the Septuagint and why is it important?Ascension, How the New Testament Canon was Chosen

We unpack the Sunday Readings with Rob Corzine and discuss the Old Testament canon with Gary Michuta.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to share some great fall recipes that are good for sharing with family as the weather turns colder. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands on Apologetics, Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and Dr. John Bergsma with more on the Scriptural roots of the Jubilee Year of Hope. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of Abandonment by St. Charles de Foucald Father, I abandon myself into your hands;do with me what you will.Whatever you may do, I thank you:I am ready for all, I accept all. Let only your will be done in me,and in all your creatures –I wish no more than this, O Lord. Into your hands I commend my soul:I offer it to you with all the love of my heart,for I love you, Lord, and so need to give myself,to surrender myself into your hands without reserve,and with boundless confidence,for you are my Father. Amen. ***** HOLY TRINITY CHURCH CHICKEN GUMBO SOUPSoup takes to creative license. Do your own thing here — a little more of any ingredient is OK. I use thighs but breasts work, too. IngredientsOlive oil1 pound or so boneless, skinless chicken, cut into 1” piecesSalt and pepper1 bell pepper, diced1 medium onion (not sweet), diced (about 1-1/2 cups)2 nice ribs celery, dicedMinced garlic to taste — start with a big clove, minced (generous teaspoon)1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil4 cups or so chicken broth1/2 cup rice1 can, 14.5 oz., diced tomatoesAs much okra as you like, slicedFresh parsley, minced (optional) Instructions: Pour a little oil in bottom of large pot over medium heat.Season chicken with salt and pepper.Cook chicken in oil until it turns opaque. It won’t be done.Add bell pepper, onion, celery, garlic and basil. Cook until onion starts to soften, about 3 minutes or so.Pour in broth, rice and tomatoes. Give it a couple of stirs.Bring to boil, then lower to gentle boil, cover, and cook until chicken and rice are done, about 20 minutes. Cook it longer if you want.Instructions okraFilm a pan with olive oil or add bit of butter over medium heat.Stir in okra and cook to your liking. Okra gets a little sticky as it cooks — some folks call it slimy, but that’s a good thing. If you were to add the okra to the soup, it helps thicken it.Anyway, I cook it separately since not everyone in my family likes okra.Add to each bowl of soup before serving. Eat okra rawSlice stem off, cut lengthwise and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Good for youOkra has vitamin C and plant protein, among other nutrients! ***** Gwyneth Thompson-Briggs is online at gwyneththompsonbriggs.com. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of the Guardian Angels! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods to discuss some of the key differences and similarities between angels and humans. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld to talk Bible Foods, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the Feast of the Guardian Angels O God, who in your unfathomable providence are pleased to send your holy Angels to guard us, hear our supplication as we cry to you, that we may always be defended by their protection and rejoice eternally in their company. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Fr. Carter Griffin, author of Forming Families, Forming Saints Full list of guests ***** RECIPE FROM RITA: ARROZ CON POLLO Ingredients:½ cup white winePinch of saffron threads6 bone-in chicken thighsSalt and pepper2 tablespoons olive oil1 large yellow onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons minced garlic1 large tomato, chopped2 bay leaves1 ½ cups short-grain rice – All I had was basmati so used that3 cups chicken broth, plus more if needed1 cup pimiento-stuffed green olives, drained Instructions:Preheat oven to 375. In a bowl, combine wine and saffron.Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high. Addchicken, skin side down; cook until browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Flip and cook 2 minutes more; transfer to a plate.Add onion and garlic; cook until translucent, 4 minutes. Add tomato and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in wine-saffron mixture, bay leaves, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook until wine is nearly evaporated, 5 to 8 minutes.Stir in rice, broth, and olives. Nestle chicken into rice, skin side up. Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to oven. Cook until liquid is absorbed and chicken is cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes. If you want add a little more chicken broth for a moister rice. Let sit 10 minutes, then uncover and serve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Robert Nixon to discuss a new translation of a work by Thomas a Kempis. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on the value of resilience, and Gary Michuta, author of Behind the Bible. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Salve Regina Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy,our life, our sweetness and our hope.To thee do we cry,poor banished children of Eve.To thee do we send up our sighs,mourning and weeping in this valley of tears.Turn then, most gracious advocate,thine eyes of mercy toward us,and after this our exileshow unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.O clement, O loving,O sweet Virgin Mary. Pray for us o holy Mother of God, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: OVERNIGHT COFFEE CAKE Ingredients Cake 6 tablespoons butter, softened ½ cup granulated sugar ¼ cup packed brown sugar 1 egg 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ cup buttermilk Streusel ¼ cup packed brown sugar ¼ cup finely chopped walnuts or favorite nuts (opt) 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Instructions Cake Spray or butter an 8 inch square/round baking pan. Beat butter and both sugars until well mixed. Blend in egg. Separately, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Stir the flour mixture into the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Spread into baking pan. Streusel Mix brown sugar, walnuts, and cinnamon. Sprinkle over batter. Cover, and refrigerate overnight. Preheat oven to 350. Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Don’t overbake. Start checking at 35 minutes. TIP: HOMEMADE BUTTERMILKStir in 1-1/2 teaspoons clear vinegar or lemon juice into 1/2 cup milk. Let sit a few minutes and when it curdles slightly, it’s good to go. GILDING THE LILY A dusting of powdered sugar is nice before serving. ***** Fr. Carter Griffin, author of Forming Families, Forming Saints Brendan Towell is online at brendantowell.com. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Michuta to discuss what Jesus meant when he said he had “other sheep” to tend to. Other guests include Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and Rita Heikenfeld to discuss mustard on Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer to St. Carlo Acutis St. Carlo Acutis, You knew the power of technology and used it to proclaim the truth of Jesus Christ. You also knew the dangers of technology and were intentional in your efforts to guard your heart against them. You used the gifts you had in this world to bless others through radical charity, through seeing Christ in the face of those ignored by society, through the witness of friendship, and through your natural aptitudes with technology. In our world so broken by abuses of technology and which so often ignores or attacks human dignity, please intercede for us to God the Father so we may see the human dignity of everyone we encounter and ask for guidance from the Lord whenever we may be tempted to violate that dignity in our online interactions. St. Carlo Acutis, pray that we may treat our ever-evolving connections with developing technology as an opportunity to see the grace of God at work, even in the complexities of our modern world. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: LEMON BARBECUED MINI MEATLOAVES From friend and colleague, Carol Tabone who first made this in a cooking class. Ingredients and Instructions meatloavesMix together very gently:1-1/2 pounds ground chuck1/2 cup of toasted bread crumbs1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 to 1/3 cup onion, minced1 large egg, beaten2 teaspoons salt Ingredients and instructions Barbecue SauceWhisk together:2 cups catsup1 cup brown sugar, packed2 teaspoons dry mustard1/2 teaspoon allspice1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 6 thin slices lemon to put on top of loaves (optional but nice) Instructions for RoastingPreheat oven to 350.Shape meatloaf mixture into 6 loaves, like mini footballs. Place on sprayed baking sheet.Bake 15 minutes, then remove from oven.Lay lemon slices on top of each loaf if using, then cover each generously.You’ll use about half the sauce.Put back in oven and continue to bake until done – thermometer will register 155-160. This takes about 40 minutes, but start checking after 30 minutes. To serve: Warm remaining sauce and pass. ***** Iconographer Garrett Hines is online at garretthines.com. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to share more thoughts on dealing with trauma in light of the school shooting in Minneapolis. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Dr. John Bergsma to continue our discussion of the Biblical roots of the Jubilee. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. Hilary of Poitiers Father, keep us from vain strife of words.Grant to us constant profession of the Truth!Preserve us in a true and undefiled faithso that we may hold fast to thatwhich we professed when we were baptizedin the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit,that we may have Thee for our Father,that we may abide in Thy Sonand in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.Through Jesus Christ, Our Lord. ***** Dr. Benjamin Reinhard, author of The High Hallow: Tolkien’s Liturgical Imagination John-Paul Brissette is online at championshrine.org. Info on Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow’s upcoming presentation at Thomas More College can be found at covdio.org/marysmeals. Info on the upcoming Family Rosary Rally at Notre Dame can be found at familyrosary.org/rosaryrally. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of Pope St. Pius X! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to reflect on his life and legacy as one of the great modern popes. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, and Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer to St. Joseph by Pope Pius X Glorious St. Joseph, model of all who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work in the spirit of penance in expiation of my many sins; to work conscientiously by placing love of duty above my inclinations; to gratefully and joyously deem it an honor to employ and to develop by labor the gifts I have received from God, to work methodically, peacefully, and in moderation and patience, without ever shrinking from it through weariness or difficulty to work; above all, with purity of intention and unselfishness, having unceasingly before my eyes death and the account I have to render of time lost, talents unused, good not done, and vain complacency in success, so baneful to the work of God. All for Jesus, all for Mary, all to imitate thee, O patriarch St. Joseph! This shall be my motto for life and eternity. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: PANZANELLA From Ina Garten, adapted only slightly… Ingredients: For the bread3 tablespoons good olive oil1 small French bread or boule, cut into 1-inch cubes (6 cups)1 teaspoon salt For the salad 2 large, ripe tomatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 cucumber, unpeeled, seeded if necessary and sliced 1/2-inch thick1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1- inch cubes1/2 red onion, cut in 1/2 and thinly slicedLots of fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped – a good handful of2-3 tablespoons capers, drained For the vinaigrette: Go to taste on the vinegar 1 clove finely minced garlic1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard3 tablespoons Champagne, white wine or regular white vinegar1/2 cup good olive oilSalt and pepper to taste Instructions Heat the oil in a large saute pan. Add the bread and salt; cook over low to medium heat, tossing frequently, for 10 minutes, or until nicely browned. Add more oil as needed. For the vinaigrette, whisk all the ingredients together. In a large bowl, mix the tomatoes, cucumber, red pepper, yellow pepper, red onion, basil, and capers. Add the bread cubes and toss with the vinaigrette. Season liberally with salt and pepper. Serve, or allow the salad to sit for about half an hour for the flavors to blend. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Maximillian Kolbe! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Anthony D’Ambrosio to talk about his new film, “Triumph of the Heart,” which tells the story of St. Maximillian’s last days in a concentration camp. Other guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast, Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for the Intercession of St. Maximillian Kolbe St. Maximilian, amidst the hate and lonely misery of Auschwitz, you brought love into the lives of fellow captives, and sowed the seeds of hope amidst despair. You bore witness to the world, by word and deed, that only “Love alone creates.” Help me to become more like yourself. With you and Mary and the Church, may I proclaim that only “Love alone creates.” To the hungry and oppressed, the naked and homeless, the scorned and hated, the lonely and despairing, may I proclaim the power of Christ’s love, which endures forever and ever. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: Two way slow cooker Cubano pork To assemble as a traditional cold Cubano pork sandwich, smear a fresh sub roll with yellow or your choice of mustard. Make layers of Swiss cheese, shredded pork, thinly sliced ham, thinly sliced red onion and dill pickle slices. Eat it as is or make a panini type sandwich on a stovetop grill or skillet. Ingredients 2 tablespoons or so olive oil2 teaspoons salt2-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons dried oregano1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 generous tablespoon garlic, minced (4 nice cloves)1/4 cup lime juice or to taste1/4 cup orange juice or to taste2-1/2 pounds or so fresh boneless pork shoulder – don’t trim away all the fat Instructions Stir together the oil, salt, cumin, oregano, thyme, black pepper, red pepper, garlic, lime and orange juice. Make slits in the pork and rub the spice mixture all over and into the slits as best you can. Place pork in sprayed slow cooker and add any remaining spice mixture. Cover and cook on low until tender, turning pork once halfway through if you can, about 4 hours or so. Remove from slow cooker, let cool a bit and shred into fairly thick chunks. ***** Info on the film Triumph of the Heart can be found at triumphoftheheart.com. David Condit is online at charitymobile.com. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to discuss a granola recipe using foods mentioned in the Bible. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands on Apologetics, Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. Vincent Pallotti Eternal Father,it is Your will that all should be saved.Great is Your mercy.Your Son, Jesus Christ died for all.Teach all people to recognize You and love You.With deep faith in Christ’s deathand resurrection we pray:‘Send Forth, O Lord, laborers into Your vineyardand spare Your people.’Eternal Word, Redeemer of all creation,convert all souls to You.You have been obedient for all,even to death on the cross.Look upon the merits of Your Motherand of all the angels and saintswho intercede for us.Send forth, O Lord, laborers into Your vineyardand spare Your people.O Holy Spirit,through the infinite merits of our Lord, Jesus Christ,enkindle in all heartsYour ardent love that can do all things,that all may be one fold and one Shepherd,and that all may arrive in heavento sing Your Divine mercy.Queen of Apostles and all the angels and saints,pray to the Lord of the harvest:Send forth, O Lord, laborers into Your vineyardand spare your people,that united with you,and the Father and the Holy Spirit,we may all rejoice forever. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: HIGHER PROTEIN GRANOLA Great for back to school and fun to make and talk about since granola has several Bible ingredients in it: Genesis 43:11 – Almonds and pistachios are both listed as part of a gift that Jacob’s sons were instructed to take to Joseph in Egypt. Apricots, flax, cinnamon and honey all make an appearance in this recipe, and all have ancient Biblical roots. Ingredients 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1-1/2 cups nuts: we use a combo of raw almonds roughly chopped and pistachios, chopped ½ cup dried fruit (diced apricots are a favorite) 1 generous cup seeds – sunflower, pumpkin, flax – a combo or your favorite ½ cup unsweetened coconut (optional) 1½ teaspoons cinnamon Coating ½ cup almond or peanut butter ½ cup honey or maple syrup ½ cup olive oil OR coconut, grape seed, avocado oil 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla Instructions Preheat oven to 300. Stir together oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, coconut if using and cinnamon. In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together the nut butter, honey, oil and vanilla until it simmers. Pour nut butter mixture over dry ingredients and stir. Spread evenly onto parchment lined or sprayed baking sheets and bake for 30 minutes, rotating baking sheets halfway through, until golden brown.Remove from oven and let cool completely (the granola will harden as it cools) before breaking up. SMALL BATCH NUT FREE GRANOLA Ingredients 1-½ cups old fashioned oats 1 generous tablespoon olive oil Or your favorite oil 2 tablespoons maple syrup or bit more if you like 1 tablespoon vanilla 1/2 cup favorite dried fruit or mini chocolate chips – optional – add after cooling Instructions Preheat oven to 375. Mix everything together well. It may be a bit clumpy and that’s OK. Pour onto parchment lined or sprayed baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Let cool completely, then stir it up a bit to mix well. Add fruit and/or chips if using. ***** David Condit is online at charitymobile.com. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Charbel! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell explore his legacy as a mystic and wonder worker. Guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods. ***** Prayer of St. Faustina Help me, O Lord, that my eyes may be merciful, so that I may never suspect or judge from appearances, but look for what is beautiful in my neighbours’ souls and come to their rescue. Help me, O Lord, that my ears may be merciful, so that I may give heed to my neighbours’ needs and not be indifferent to their pains and moanings. Help me, O Lord, that my tongue may be merciful, so that I should never speak negatively of my neighbour, but have a word of comfort and forgiveness for all. Help me, O Lord, that my hands may be merciful and filled with good deeds, so that I may do only good to my neighbours and take upon myself the most difficult and toilsome tasks. Help me, O Lord, that my feet may be merciful, so that I may hurry to assist my neighbour, overcoming my own fatigue and weariness. Help me, O Lord, that my heart may be merciful so that I myself may feel all the sufferings of my neighbour. May Your mercy, O Lord, rest upon me. Amen ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: FATOUSH SALAD 1 head Romaine lettuce, coarsely chopped or other salad greens1 English cucumber, diced2-3 large tomatoes, chopped1 bunch parsley, chopped (you may not need all of it)2 bunches of mint, chopped – about 1/3 cup chopped1 green bell pepper, diced1 bunch green onions, finely sliced (you may not need all)1 rib celery, sliced thin1/2 to 1 cup of black or other olives, pitted1/2 teaspoon sumac plus extra for dusting onto plate edge 2 pita rounds, brushed with olive oil, toasted until golden brown but still chewy, cut into very small wedges or torn into pieces. Dressing: Whisk togetherJuice of 2 lemons or more to taste1/2 cup olive oilGood amount of garlic: start with a nice clove, minced andsalt & pepper to taste Garnish: Feta for sprinkling on top (optional) Assembly: Put salad ingredients together. Toss with dressing. Pile onto plate. Sprinkle with Feta. Dust rim with sumac. Serves 6. Optional but good: Zaatar dusted pita: Before toasting, sprinkle with zaatar Zaatar is a blend of thyme, oregano, marjoram, sesame seeds and sumac. Sumac comes from a shrub common in the Middle East which can grow up to 33 feet (the age which Jesus died). It has a tart, lemony flavor and the berries, or drupes, are called “bobs” and are dried to produce a red spice. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to share more summer recipes using foods mentioned in the Bible. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** A Prayer for Faithful Citizenship Gracious and loving God, let your Spirit be with us today. Hear our prayers and increase in us the will to follow your Son Jesus. Help us to draw on the resources of our faith as we use the opportunities of our democracy to shape a society more respectful of the life, dignity, and rights of the human person, especially the poor and vulnerable. We ask this through Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: 7-LAYER RIGATONI Ingredients: 3 cups uncooked rigatoni pasta (8-9 ounces)1 lb turkey sausage (can use chicken sausage)28 oz can crushed tomatoes, undrained3 cloves garlic, finely chopped – 1 tablespoonPalmful fresh basil, minced or 1 tablespoon dried basil1 package (8 oz or so) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups)1 nice red bell pepper, drained and chopped1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese3 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese Instructions Heat oven to 375 . Spray rectangular baking dish 13x9x2-inches, with cooking spray.Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.While pasta is cooking, cook sausage in 10-inch skillet over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes,stirring occasionally, until no longer pink; drain.Mix tomatoes, garlic and basil.Layer half each of the pasta, sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, Parmesan cheese, tomatomixture and mozzarella cheese; repeat layers.Bake uncovered 35 to 40 minutes or until hot and cheese is golden brown. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy feast of St. Thomas the Apostle! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss why it’s unfair to refer to him as “Doubting Thomas.” Guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle Grant, almighty God, that we may glory in the Feast of the blessed Apostle Thomas, so that we may always be sustained by his intercession and, believing, may have life in the name of Jesus Christ your Son, whom Thomas acknowledged as the Lord. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to share more summer recipes featuring foods mentioned in the Bible. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of Pope Clement XI Lord, I believe in you: increase my faith.I trust in you: strengthen my trust.I love you: let me love you more and more.I am sorry for my sins: deepen my sorrow. I worship you as my first beginning,I long for you as my last end,I praise you as my constant helper,And call on you as my loving protector. Guide me by your wisdom,Correct me with your justice,Comfort me with your mercy,Protect me with your power. I offer you, Lord, my thoughts: to be fixed on you;My words: to have you for their theme;My actions: to reflect my love for you;My sufferings: to be endured for your greater glory. I want to do what you ask of me:In the way you ask,For as long as you ask,Because you ask it. Lord, enlighten my understanding,Strengthen my will,Purify my heart,and make me holy. Help me to repent of my past sinsAnd to resist temptation in the future.Help me to rise above my human weaknessesAnd to grow stronger as a Christian. Let me love you, my Lord and my God,And see myself as I really am:A pilgrim in this world,A Christian called to respect and loveAll whose lives I touch,Those under my authority,My friends and my enemies. Help me to conquer anger with gentleness,Greed by generosity,Apathy by fervor.Help me to forget myselfAnd reach out toward others. Make me prudent in planning,Courageous in taking risks.Make me patient in suffering, unassuming in prosperity. Keep me, Lord, attentive at prayer,Temperate in food and drink,Diligent in my work,Firm in my good intentions. Let my conscience be clear,My conduct without fault,My speech blameless,My life well-ordered.Put me on guard against my human weaknesses.Let me cherish your love for me,Keep your law,And come at last to your salvation. Teach me to realize that this world is passing,That my true future is the happiness of heaven,That life on earth is short,And the life to come eternal. Help me to prepare for deathWith a proper fear of judgment,But a greater trust in your goodness.Lead me safely through deathTo the endless joy of heaven. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss tips for better communication in marriages. Other guests include Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics to discuss the Eucharist in Scripture. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Prayer of St. Clement of Alexandria May we all live in the peace that comes from You. May we journey towards Your city, sailing through the waters of sin untouched by the waves, borne tranquilly along by the Holy Spirit, Your Wisdom beyond all telling. Night and day until the last day of all, may our praises give You thanks, our thanksgiving praise You: You who alone are both Father and Son, Son and Father, the Son who is our Tutor and our Teacher, together with the Holy Spirit.” ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: SLOW COOKER CARNITAS Ingredients: 4 pounds fresh pork shoulderOlive oil1-1/4 tablespoon chili powder blend2-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin2-1/4 teaspoons dried oregano2 teaspoons salt1-1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper4-5 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed2 onions, cut into eighths (use regular yellow or white onions, not sweet onions)1 cup orange juice1/4 cup lime juice Instructions: Rinse pork shoulder and pat dry.Remove excess fat, but don’t trim all the fat off.Rub very lightly with olive oil. This helps the spice blend stick.Whisk together chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper.Rub the spice mixture thoroughly all over the shoulder.Put garlic, onions, orange and lime juice into slow cooker.Place shoulder on top, fat side up.Cook on low 8-9 hours, medium 5—6, or high 4-5, or until meat registers 170 or a little higher.At this temperature, meat will be cooked through and tender enough to shred.Remove shoulder and shred meat with 2 forks.Skim off as much fat as you can from juices.Return meat to slow cooker and adjust seasonings to taste. Preheat oven to broil. Spoon out carnita mixture onto sprayed baking pan and broil just until crisp and a little crusty, a few minutes. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld from About Eating to share more Summer recipes that use foods mentioned in the Bible. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics on praising Mary and praising Jerusalem, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more...

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld from About Eating to share more Summer recipes that use foods mentioned in the Bible. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Come, Holy Spirit Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, Through Christ Our Lord, Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: SUGAR SNAP PEA SALAD WITH HERBS Ingredients 4 cups sugar snap peasstrings removed & cut into ½” pieces ¼ cup sour cream¼ cup buttermilk¼ cup mayonnaise Palmful or so herbs of choice – this one usestarragon, dill, mint, basil, and onion chives Salt & pepper to taste – or add a dash of cayenne Instructions Chop herbs roughly then puree with buttermilk with an immersion blender or blender. Mix in sour cream & mayonnaise. Season to taste with salt & pepper. Toss peas in dressing. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrating the feast of St. Joseph the Worker, Happy feast of St. Joseph the Worker! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell explore the head of the Holy Family as a model of all who work in any discipline. Guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on A.I. and counseling, and Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics.

Good morning! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss tips for dealing with anxiety. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld to discuss the Holy Week food tradition of hot cross buns, and Gary Michuta with more ways to understand the context of the events recorded in Scripture. Plus news, weather, sports, and more...

On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Rita Heikenfeld to share more Lenten recipes. Other guests include Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, Gary Michuta from Hands on Apologetics, and Dr. John Bergsma with more thoughts on the Biblical origins of the Jubilee year. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

William Albrëcht, David Száraz, Gary Michuta respond to Gavin Ortlund on whether St. Jerome eventually accepted the Roman Catholic Old Testament. 

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by the renown expert on the Bible, apologist Gary Michuta. With bucketloads of insight, wisdom, and decades of research and experience Gary explains exactly how the Bible came out of the Catholic Church and why understanding the origins of the Bible is so important when talking to our non-Catholic Christian friends – who love their Bibles!Gary explains the process used to discern which books of the Bible belonged in the Canon, how this began in the very early Church councils, and why the Bibles supported by the Reformers actually removed books that had originally been in the Bible, accepted by all Christians, all along. It's a fascinating and informative look at any extremely important area of apologetics – something at the very core of Protestant Christianity. For more from Gary visit his website where you can buy his fantastic books on this topic. Also check out his fantastic YouTube channel.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!This show is brought to you in a special way by our Patron Co-Producers. Thanks to Eli and Tom, Kelvin and Susan, Stephen, Victor and Susanne, Phil, Noah, Nicole, Michelle, Jordan, Jon, James, Gina, and Eyram.Support the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic