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12 - Does California think they've solved their transgender athlete issue? Dom goes off on how misguided the state's latest ruling is. What would Dom tell his daughter to do in this scenario? 1215 - Side - pompous person 1220 - Why can't California win on the transgender issue the way they've constructed their new rule? The Inquirer got an exclusive interview with a juror on the trial of Mark Dial. Dom details his exchange with a youth yesterday. 1235 - Wildwood has been voted the number 1 boardwalk in the country! Mayor Ernie Troiano joins us to celebrate. How did dispensing officers on horseback go over the weekend? What kind of people were detained this weekend? What were the teenagers like? Will there be a remote show at City Hall? Will Dom race a horse? What other amenities will be at this event? 1250 - Your calls. Dom makes a shocking admission regarding his workout attire. 1 - NJ Representative Frank Pallone steps in and speaks out in defense of Bruce Springsteen, but isn't reading the room. 105 - Why are Democrats so clueless on how to connect with voters? Are there “Shadow Cabinet” members working behind the scenes? Who is in the Democrat shadow cabinet? 115 - Crossing Broad and More Than The Curve have been covering the Whitemarsh parade cancellation and the reaction from both Dom and Nick Kayal. Now we have a story from MTTC detailing how Whitemarsh is cancelling a food vendor's licensing over his negative comments on the township's Facebook page. The cops showed up to his house? Where is the next meeting over what to do on the parade? 120 - Your calls. 135 - Saint Peter's University professor Stephen Cicirelli joins us today to discuss him failing a student for turning in a paper written by AI, and then apologizing to him using an AI response! What was the assignment? How can Stephen tell that this student used AI? Did this student try to argue that they didn't use any AI? What are the repercussions for this student? How will Stephen change his teaching approach going forward? How does Stephen feel about the use of AI right now? What does he worry about going forward? What is he working on? Is it gravy or sauce? 150 - Your calls. 2 - XX/XY Athletics founder and former Cherry hill resident Jennifer Sey joins us today. Does her company sell jeans to workout in? What does Jennifer think of the trans athlete destroying the competition in California Track and Field as their State championship meet approaches? Why are Democrats stuck defending trans athletes when nearly 80% of people disagree with their stance? Is there any way the women can win in this scenario? How did she get into her line of work? How instrumental was Jennifer in the changing of culture in the toxic world of gymnastics? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Can anyone get the side question? Your calls. 235 - Emanuel Heller Professor of Law at the University of California at Berkeley John Yoo joins the program. John was in Philly recently? Was the Biden autopen controlled by Elizabeth Warren? What is John's concern with that precedent? What are examples of possible autopen decisions? Should the 25th amendment have been invoked? 250 - The Lightning Round!

1 - NJ Representative Frank Pallone steps in and speaks out in defense of Bruce Springsteen, but isn't reading the room. 105 - Why are Democrats so clueless on how to connect with voters? Are there “Shadow Cabinet” members working behind the scenes? Who is in the Democrat shadow cabinet? 115 - Crossing Broad and More Than The Curve have been covering the Whitemarsh parade cancellation and the reaction from both Dom and Nick Kayal. Now we have a story from MTTC detailing how Whitemarsh is cancelling a food vendor's licensing over his negative comments on the township's Facebook page. The cops showed up to his house? Where is the next meeting over what to do on the parade? 120 - Your calls. 135 - Saint Peter's University professor Stephen Cicirelli joins us today to discuss him failing a student for turning in a paper written by AI, and then apologizing to him using an AI response! What was the assignment? How can Stephen tell that this student used AI? Did this student try to argue that they didn't use any AI? What are the repercussions for this student? How will Stephen change his teaching approach going forward? How does Stephen feel about the use of AI right now? What does he worry about going forward? What is he working on? Is it gravy or sauce? 150 - Your calls.

Full Text of ReadingsFriday of the Fifth Week of Easter Lectionary: 289The Saint of the day is Saint Gregory VIISaint Gregory VII's Story The 10th century and the first half of the 11th were dark days for the Church, partly because the papacy was the pawn of various Roman families. In 1049, things began to change when Pope Leo IX, a reformer, was elected. He brought a young monk named Hildebrand to Rome as his counselor and special representative on important missions. Hildebrand was to become Gregory VII. Three evils plagued the Church then: simony–the buying and selling of sacred offices and things; the unlawful marriage of the clergy; and lay investiture—kings and nobles controlling the appointment of Church officials. To all of these Hildebrand directed his reformer's attention, first as counselor to the popes and later as pope himself. Gregory's papal letters stress the role of the bishop of Rome as the vicar of Christ and the visible center of unity in the Church. He is well known for his long dispute with Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV over who should control the selection of bishops and abbots. Gregory fiercely resisted any attack on the liberty of the Church. For this he suffered and finally died in exile. He said, “I have loved justice and hated iniquity; therefore, I die in exile.” Thirty years later the Church finally won its struggle against lay investiture. The liturgical feast of Saint Gregory VII is celebrated on May 25. Reflection The Gregorian Reform, a milestone in the history of Christ's Church, was named after this man who tried to extricate the papacy and the whole Church from undue control by civil rulers. Against an unhealthy Church nationalism in some areas, Gregory reasserted the unity of the whole Church based on Christ, and expressed in the bishop of Rome, the successor of Saint Peter. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show: Does invincible ignorance only include those who have never heard of Jesus? Is it a sin to have hatred for Eve? Does the Church elevate marriage and forget about single people? How do I know if I'm sinning? Why are the Psalms numbered differently in older translations? If I forget to say a novena, do I have to start over? Can Catholics still receive communion if they don't agree with Vatican II and the synod? When is a person too old to enter seminary? Does Father Brancich have any favorite Popes? If foster parents say not to do something, but we forget and do it anyways, could that be a mortal sin? I recently heard a priest say that there is salvation outside the Catholic Church.  Is this heresy? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Today's Topics: 1) Gospel - John 14:21-26 - Jesus said to His disciples: "Whoever has My commandments and observes them is the one who loves Me. Whoever loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to Him." Judas, not the Iscariot, said to Him, "Master, then what happened that You will reveal Yourself to us and not to the world?" Jesus answered and said to him, "Whoever loves Me will keep My word, and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our dwelling with him. Whoever does not love Me does not keep My words; yet the word you hear is not Mine but that of the Father Who sent Me. "I have told you this while I am with you. The Advocate, the Holy Spirit Whom the Father will send in My Name-- He will teach you everything and remind you of all that I told you." Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2) Inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV in Saint Peter's Square https://nypost.com/2025/05/18/world-news/pope-leo-xiv-formally-opens-his-pontificate-with-inaugural-mass-in-st-peters-square-before-tens-of-thousands/ 3) Catholics for Catholics CEO: Pope Leo XIV's record starts now https://www.newsmax.com/newsmax-tv/john-yep-hilary-franco-pope-leo-xiv/2025/05/08/id/1210189/ 4) Pope Leo XIV affirms the family is based upon the union between a man and a woman, and the unborn has inherent dignity https://apnews.com/article/vatican-pope-leo-peace-abortion-f0678b67da0dc74b4bc7e6e10a77a23e

People from around the world descended on Saint Peter's Square this morning for the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XVI. World leaders also attended the event, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The more than two hour long event featured song, symbolism and a message of Peace. We'll take you to The Vatican for the day's events.Also: Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Our Washington bureau has more details.And: 45 years ago today, ash rained down on parts of western Canada, as Mount Saint Helens erupted near Seattle. Dozens of people were killed, and scientists say it's going to happen again. But this time - new technology could people prepare for an predict future eruptions.Plus: Three children killed in Toronto car crash, the "shrubification" destroying Arctic ecosystems, and more.

Where Else Shall We Go? The Call to Choose Christ This Homily emphasizes the deep spiritual significance of preparing for the sacraments, . . . . . . particularly for young people approaching their first Holy Communion and Confirmation. It draws on the symbolism of wind as the presence of the Holy Spirit and focuses on the example of Saint Peter, the first pope, as a model of faith and clarity. The Homily underscores the challenge of living a Christian life authentically, reminding listeners that while the teachings of Jesus may be difficult, they are ultimately the path to true life and freedom. Through Peter's bold declaration . . . “Where else shall we go? You have the words of eternal life” . . . the homily also invites young people to reflect on their own choices, the meaning of the sacraments, and their relationship with Jesus and the Church. The Homily ends by highlighting the constancy of Christ's presence in the Eucharist and the personal invitation He offers to each believer to come forward in faith. Listen to Where Else Shall We Go? The Call to Choose Christ ------------------------------------------------- So, we see this wonderful example that where the church is found healing is found sometimes in miraculous ways. But more frequently in ways that are miraculous, but not so obvious. The healing of the heart, the healing of the mind, the healing of the wounds that come with life, and that's the big reminder in our first reading. The church is established for the sake of life, for the sake of healing the woundedness of the world and for the sake of guiding us to our true home. ------------------------------------------------- Image: Christ Charges Peter: Italian Painter: Raphael: 1515 ------------------------------------------------- Gospel Reading: John 6: 60-69 First Reading: Acts 9: 31-42

Bill had the great fortune of being in Saint Peter's Square when the new Pope was announced. He tells us what it was like and his thoughts on Leo XIVSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Delivered by Andrew Jost from the Parish of Saint Albert the Great in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Acts of the Apostles 11: 1-18; Rs psalm 42: 2-3; 43: 3.4; John 10: 1-10.THE GOOD SHEPHERD SMELLS OF HIS SHEEP The title for our meditation today is:The Good Shepherd Smells of His Sheep. Pope Francis once said about becomingshepherd and gave a reminder to the whole Church, specifically an address tothe bishops and priests, that they must have smell like their sheep. This expressionof the Pope has always been quoted and referred to by various elements withinthe Catholic Church. The Pope is actually teaching us about faith that involvesand communicates with the real life of every Christian.  The point is that the duty ofleadership and service do not put people only in offices, homes, behind tables,in discussion forums, meetings and planning. To imitate our true Shepherd JesusChrist, we must be able to become shepherd like Him. The following illustrationcan help us to ponder on the idea about shepherd. There were four children in a family. Theywere two girls and two boys. They really admired and loved their parents. Everyone of them testified that their father and mother loved so much each of thechildren personally and treat each one according to his and her circumstanceand character. Every one of them said that in choosing a spouse for marriage, eitherboy or girl should have similarity to their own father and mother. The boyfriends should have something similiar the girls' father. The girl friends alsoto the boys' mother. The shepherd smells of the sheep islike in the story above of the father and mother who did big sacrifice to theirchildren. As the sheep receive help and care, they really feel what is being athome, loved, and developed. First of all because the helpers or shepherds actlike Jesus. They do not choose people to help. They treat everyone personallyand give attention to all with love. This is a concrete way for a shepherd tohave smell like the sheep. The shepherd comes into the concrete conditions andexperiences that each and everyone has in their own lives. The highlight message about the goodshepherd who have smell of the sheep is on the truth that God does not disgustsand gives up on the smell of the sheep that are close to him. God even likesthe smell of the sheep. The different smells of the sheep obviously come fromevery walk of life, but the Lord pleases all of them and He will transform themto become fragrance gift because of His love and mercy. The sheep are not onlyin the sheepfold, but also outside of it, all of them will take pasture andshelter in Jesus Christ. Saint Peter, as told in the Acts of the Apostlestoday, also did the same thing. He succeeded in bringing people who wereoutside the borders of the Jewish territory to become members of the EarlyChurch. The shepherd that smells of the sheephas not been realized perfectly at this time of our life. We should continue topray and hope that the chosen shepherds, those who are ordained and the commonshepherds of the faithful, make this a project of lief in bringing many othersheep into the Church. All their smells must attract us to bring them toChrist. Let us pray ... In the name ofthe Father ... Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us with Your spirit so that we canbecome good sheep and be able to bring other sheep to come to You and enjoy yourpresence. Hail Mary full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...

Just a day after the Conclave began, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost made history as the first U.S.-born successor to Saint Peter. From global reaction to insight and analysis from Catholic experts, discover the significance of Pope Leo XIV's election and where his pontificate could lead the Catholic Church.

"With profound gratitude to Almighty God, I join the universal Church in thanksgiving for Pope Leo XIV. As the Bishop of Rome and Successor of Saint Peter, our Holy Father is for the entire world the visible principle of Christian unity. I encourage everyone in our families, parishes and schools to offer prayers, sacrifices and works of charity for Pope Leo XIV and his intentions. As Bishop of Arlington, I invite all the faithful to join me for a Mass of Thanksgiving for Pope Leo XIV, which will take place at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More on Monday, May 12 at 12:05PM. This Mass of Thanksgiving will also be available via livestream, for those unable to attend in person. Through this celebration of the Holy Eucharist, we can support our Holy Father in a special way, asking Almighty God to grant that he may always bear witness to the truth, joy, and beauty of the Gospel with courage, steadfastness, and wisdom. United in prayer for Pope Leo XIV, may we ask the Holy Spirit to strengthen him daily with divine grace in order that he may bring the light of faith and the unchanging and life-giving word of God to the challenges of our times. Likewise, may our Holy Father be for the Church and the world a sign of hope and an instrument of the peace and merciful love of Jesus Christ. May the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, intercede for our Holy Father and guide us all in fidelity to her Son, our Savior." - Bishop Michael Burbidge

Full Text of ReadingsThursday of the Third Week of Easter Lectionary: 276The Saint of the day is Saint Peter of TarentaiseSaint Peter of Tarentaise's Story There are two men named Saint Peter of Tarentaise who lived one century apart. The man we honor today is the elder Peter, born in France in the early part of the 12th century. The other man with the same name became Pope Innocent the Fifth. The Peter we're focusing on today became a Cistercian monk and eventually served as abbot. In 1142, he was named archbishop of Tarentaise, replacing a bishop who had been deposed because of corruption. Peter tackled his new assignment with vigor. He brought reform into his diocese, replaced lax clergy, and reached out to the poor. He visited all parts of his mountainous diocese on a regular basis. After about a decade as bishop, Peter “disappeared” for a year and lived quietly as a lay brother at an abbey in Switzerland. When he was found out, the reluctant bishop was persuaded to return to his post. He again focused many of his energies on the poor. Peter died in 1174 on his way home from an unsuccessful papal assignment to reconcile the kings of France and England. His liturgical feast is celebrated on September 14. Reflection We probably know a lot of people who would welcome the chance to receive some honor or honorary position. They relish the thought of the glamour and glory. But saints like Peter of Tarentaise remind us that humility and the avoidance of glory is the way of the Gospel. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show Would God let someone with Alzheimer's forget Him? Should we not do good deeds if we suddenly realize we are doing them to be seen by others? Do we still pray for Pope Francis' intentions throughout the rest of the year or till a new pope is elected? Also, what exactly are the pope's intentions? Why do newer recruits in the Knights of Columbus tend to be older? What is your best advice for young Catholics looking to marry? Is it appropriate to pray seemingly frivolous personal intentions? If the new Pope is from the Eastern Rite, do they have to say mass in the Latin Rite? Why is the Church called the "Bride of Christ"? Are we Christ's Bride? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Maundy Thursday. What could Saint Peter and Friedrich Nietzsche possibly have in common? In this powerful and thought-provoking Maundy Thursday sermon, The Rev. John Kennedy explores the deep scandal and radical love at the heart of Jesus' shocking act of foot washing—and why it offended both Peter and Nietzsche in their own ways. With insight, wit, and piercing clarity, this message invites us to grapple with the meaning of humility, power, and the way of Christ in a world driven by dominance. 

IMAGE CREDIT: Peciul, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons LINKS: Vatican bio of Cardinal Oscar CANTONI: https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinali_biografie/cardinali_bio_cantoni_o.html      Oscar CANTONI on FIU's Cardinals Database (by Salvador Miranda): https://cardinals.fiu.edu/bios2022.htm#Cantoni    Cardinal Oscar CANTONI on Gcatholic.org: https://gcatholic.org/p/4928                      Cardinal Oscar CANTONI on Catholic-Hierarchy.org: https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bcantoni.html Diocese of Como on Gcatholic.org: https://gcatholic.org/dioceses/diocese/como0.htm?tab=info         Diocese of Como on Catholic-Hierarchy.org: https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/dcomi.html   2022 Aleteia.org profile of Cardinal-elect Cantoni and the Diocese of Como: https://aleteia.org/2022/08/27/cardinal-cantoni-an-italian-in-red-for-a-martyred-diocese/  Telegraph.co.uk 2024 reporting on Fr. Martinelli case: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2024/01/24/priest-jailed-abuse-altar-boy-popes-choirboys/ Catholic News Agency reporting on the 2021 Fr. Martinelli trial: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/246626/vatican-abuse-trial-witnesses-say-allegations-about-youth-seminary-were-ignored National Catholic Reporter 2024 reporting on Fr. Martinelli case: https://www.ncronline.org/vatican/vatican-news/vatican-appeals-court-finds-priest-guilty-corrupting-minor  Reuters 2024 reporting on Fr. Martinelli case: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/vatican-convicts-priest-accused-abuse-papal-altar-boys-school-2024-01-23/   Thank you for listening, and thank my family and friends for putting up with the time investment and for helping me out as needed.  As always, feel free to email the show at Popeularhistory@gmail.com  If you would like to financially support Popeular history, go to www.patreon.com/Popeular. If you don't have any money to spare but still want to give back, pray and tell others– prayers and listeners are worth more than gold!   TRANSCRIPT Welcome to Popeular History, a library of Catholic knowledge and insights.   Check out the show notes for sources, further reading, and a transcript.   Please note that this episode includes discussion of sexual crimes and allegations, and may not be appropriate for all audiences.   Today we're discussing another current Cardinal o f the Catholic Church, one of the 120 or so people who will choose the next Pope when the time comes..   Oscar CANTONI was born on September 1, 1950, in Lenno, a small town in the Como Province of the Lombardy Region of northern Italy.   We've had several Italian Cardinals before- nine, to be exact, and we've even had another Cardinal from Lombardy–Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, and I count myself blessed every time I have the chance to say the name of Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa.   In any event, Oscar had the most surprising educational history out of all the Cardinals so far: while by all accounts he did well at school, and he's actually published several books, *and* he's taught in various capacities for decades, he doesn't have any academic degrees.   Nevertheless, in 1975 he was ordained as a priest for the Diocese of Como. From 1985 to 1999 he was actively involved in promoting vocations, becoming director of the Vocational Diocesan Center in 1986. From 1990 to 2005, Father Cantoni served as a Spiritual Director at the diocesan seminary.    One more unique project came along in 2000, when he re-founded the Ordo Virginum in the Diocese, the Ordo Virginum being an association of consecrated virgins that had fallen into obscurity until it was restored by the Second Vatican Council.   From 2003 to 2005, Father Cantoni was episcopal vicar for the clergy of Como, and it's time that I admit that for a while I thought each Diocese could only have one Episcopal Vicar but I have since come to understand that while each Episcopal Vicar has their own distinct mandate, there can nevertheless be several, if that's what the Bishop wants.   In 2005, the trusty old white phone rang, and it was Pope Saint John Paul II, looking to make Father Cantoni Bishop of Crema.   Now, you don't say no to JPII, or at least Father Cantoni didn't, and so on March 5th, he was consecrated by his former ordinary, the Bishop of Como, and, well, his other former ordinary, the Bishop Emeritus of Como. The third spot was filled by the Italian Nuncio, a fairly standard arrangement. The previous Bishop of Crema had died in office a few months before, if you're wondering what he was up to.   In 2016, Bishop Cantoni was transferred to the Diocese of Como, where he had grown up and served as a priest. In 2017, he ordained Gabriele Martinelli, despite having received some reports of sexual misconduct connected to Matinelli over the years, which Bishop Cantoni later said he had dismissed as quote “transitory homosexual tendency linked to adolescence”.   Both the future Father Martinelli and his alleged victim, identified as “L.G.” were teenagers at the time, with Martinelli being about a year older.    The alleged sexual relationship took place over several years in a pre-seminary that was actually on Vatican grounds, tasked with supplying altar servers for Saint Peter's Basilica. The pre-seminary was sponsored by the Diocese of Como, hence Bishop Cantoni's connection.   In 2021, Father Martinelli, who has consistently denied everything, was cleared due to a combination of his youth at the time and insufficient evidence, and it was after that ruling that Pope Francis elevated Bishop Cantoni to the Cardinalate, which we'll circle back to.   The Martinelli case has a coda, because under Vatican Law the prosecution can appeal cases and earlier this year, that's 2024, Father Martinelli was found guilty of corrupting a minor, that is, L.G., the same accuser as in the 2021 trial.   In September 2020, one of Bishop Cantoni's priests, Father Robero Malgesini, was murdered by a homeless person he was caring for. The event was widely covered in the press and prompted Pope Francis to praise God for quote “the martyrdom of this witness of charity toward the poorest”.   It should be noted that by all accounts Father Malgesini knew the risks associated with serving the outcasts, who often suffer mental illness. It should also be noted that in 2019, he was fined by local police for feeding people living under the portico of a former church, which, allow me to say, as the only official public policy position of Popeular History, **** such fines.   In 2022, in a somewhat surprising move, Pope Francis elevated Bishop Cantoni to the college of Cardinals and added him to the Dicastery for Bishops. I say somewhat sur prising because Como hasn't been headed by a Cardinal since 1694, so it's surprising in that sense, but people knew to expect surprises from Pope Francis by that point, it being his 8th consistory and all, so it  would have been surprising if there had been no surprises on the list. Still, it's fair to ask, why Como?   This is always a matter of speculation, because Popes are absolute monarchs and are never expected to give reasons for choosing one possible Cardinal over another. But my guess is the safest one for any analysis: it's a combination of factors. The fluffiest is one I've seen elsewhere, namely leaning into the crimson of the martyrs worn by the Cardinals and seeking to honor a Diocese that had seen more martyrdom in the last generation than most in Italy, not just Father Malgesini, but also Bl. Sr. Maria Laura Mainetti, who was murdered by three teenage girls in a satanic ritual in 2000, dying while asking God to forgive her murderers, certainly a death more on the classic end of the martyrdom spectrum.   I think it's likely the Martinelli case also played a role, certainly in the form of delaying Bishop Cantoni's elevation, but also, well, hear me out here.   Pope Francis *really* likes to reach out to the marginalized. Like, it's a whole thing for him, and he has absolutely used his cardinatial appointments to do just that–Cardinal Cantoni was sandwiched between a Pacific Islander and an African American in the 2022 consistory. I'm by no means confident in this assessment, but I don't think the fact that Cardinal Cantoni had been recently facing criticism for his handling o f Father Martinelli's case hurt his standings in Pope Francis' assessment. Especially fresh off Martinelli's initial acquittal, Pope Francis may have seen in Bishop Cantoni another marginalized individual.    One way or another, Cardinal Oscar CANTONI is eligible to participate in future conclaves until he turns 80 in 2030.   Today's episode is part of Cardinal Numbers. Stay tuned to see if today's Cardinal gets selected for a deeper dive in the next round! Thank you for listening; God bless you all!

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Send us a textA Black Pope. A Latino Pope. What once seemed unthinkable now stands as a genuine possibility that could forever transform one of humanity's oldest and most powerful institutions. The Catholic Church has maintained European leadership for two millennia, with its papal lineage reflecting a Eurocentrism that has defined Vatican power structures since Saint Peter. But today, as we witness global Christianity's center of gravity shifting southward, prominent Cardinals from Africa, Latin America, and Asia aren't just peripheral figures—they represent the Church's future.Cardinal Peter Turkson of Ghana brings environmental stewardship and social justice advocacy that resonates across continents. Cardinal Fridolin Mbongo's fierce stance against corruption echoes through the Democratic Republic of Congo and beyond. Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagli from the Philippines embodies the humble service and modernizing vision that many Catholics crave. These aren't token candidates but theological heavyweights whose perspectives could redirect the moral compass guiding 1.3 billion faithful worldwide.This potential shift raises profound questions: Would the world truly embrace a Black or Latino Pope? Would centuries of unspoken prejudice suddenly surface, or would this historic selection ignite spiritual renewal? The answers will reveal much about both the Church and humanity itself.Whether you're deeply rooted in faith, fascinated by world politics, or passionate about representation, this conversation explores what might be the most transformational moment in modern religious history. Join me as we examine how breaking the Vatican ceiling could reshape faith, race relations, and global spiritual leadership for generations to come.Ready to explore more thought-provoking topics that challenge conventional wisdom? Subscribe to Life Points with Rhonda wherever you get your podcasts, and let's continue these essential conversations together.Support the showhttps://chat.openai.com/g/g-8E47AuJfB-life-points-assistanthttps://FaceBook.com/Lifepointswithronda1https://youtube.com/@lifepointswithronda2968https://TikTok.com/@lifepointswithrondahttps://Instagram.com/@lifepointswithrondahttps://Patreon.com/@lifepointswithrondahttps://Lifepointswithronda.com

From refugees he championed to world leaders he rebuked, a quarter of a million people gather in Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis. Former Vatican spokeswoman under Francis, Paloma Garcia Ovejero, tells us he was a kind and tireless leader who changed the church forever. Also in our programme: Pakistan's prime minister calls for a ‘neutral investigation' into the Kashmir terror attack; and an intrepid sausage dog is rescued after disappearing for a year and a half into the Australian wilderness.(Photo: An aerial view for the funeral Mass of Pope Francis in Saint Peter's Square in Vatican City. Credit: FABIO FRUSTACI/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock).

Pope Francis was laid to rest Saturday after a solemn Requiem Mass outside Saint Peter’s Basilica. On the same day, President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy met at the Vatican to discuss hopes for lasting peace. Special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports from Rome. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Pope Francis was laid to rest Saturday after a solemn Requiem Mass outside Saint Peter’s Basilica. On the same day, President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy met at the Vatican to discuss hopes for lasting peace. Special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports from Rome. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Federal party leaders are making their last pitches to voters, as the campaign enters its final weekend. While Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh make stops in Ontario, Pierre Poilievre is in B.C. - where seats in that province and others across western Canada could determine what form the next government takes.Also: World leaders, Catholics and thousands of others poured into Saint Peter's Square to say a final goodbye to Pope Francis at his funeral. You'll hear from Canadians who made the trip to Vatican City.And: Alberta is facing its worst measles outbreak in decades. As case numbers grow, physicians say they want the government to urge more Albertans to get vaccinated.Plus: Voter turnout in this general election, Political tensions between India and Pakistan, The future of Hudson's Bay, and more

A sea of mourners watched on, as the Vatican bid a final farewell to Pope Francis last night. The 88-year-old pontiff has now been laid to rest at Rome's Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Hundreds of thousands filled out Saint Peter's Square and surrounding areas to catch a glimpse of the funeral. New Zealand Archbishop Cardinal John Dew was among the crowd - and he said it was a 'lovely' ceremony. "I think there were 50 heads of state here - from 50 different countries. I thought that just spoke volumes of the fact that that many people would make the effort to get to Rome for his funeral." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been an outpouring of support from all over the world as thousands gathered to pay tribute to Pope Francis. The 88-year-old pontiff has been laid to rest at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. At least 400,000 mourners, including hundreds of foreign dignitaries, paid their respects last night at Saint Peter's Square in the Vatican. Rome correspondent Jo McKenna says she saw flags from Croatia, Latin America and Germany - to name a few. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economists warned about an economic slowdown on the horizon for most countries around the world in the wake of century-high US tariffs. European, Ukrainian and U.S. officials meet in London for peace talks on Russia's war on Ukraine, and crowds began lining up at Saint Peter's Basilica in the Vatican to pay their last respects to Pope Francis.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Rafael Nam, Kevin Drew, Ryland Barton, Janaya Williams and Arezou Rezvani. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas. We get engineering support from Damian Herring. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Diplomatic reporter Lazar Berman joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke via phone on Tuesday with US President Donald Trump. Following the conversation, the American leader said that the pair “are on the same side of every issue.” So what were the issues discussed? Hamas is expected to soon propose a new ceasefire framework for Gaza as its representatives arrive in Cairo. Hamas is reportedly pushing for a five-year truce and accepting the previous Egyptian idea of a technocratic council to rule the Strip. What else may be involved? Pope Francis died on Monday, a day after making a public appearance at Saint Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday. In his final message, he included a segment about the war in Gaza, saying, “I express my closeness to the sufferings of Christians in Palestine and Israel, and to all the Israeli people and the Palestinian people. ... I appeal to the warring parties: call a ceasefire, release the hostages and come to the aid of a starving people that aspires to a future of peace!” Berman weighs in on whether this may help ease the uncomfortable relationship Israel has had with the pope since the war in Gaza was launched by the Hamas-led massacre on October 7. Among the candidates to replace Pope Francis at the upcoming conclave, one name familiar to many Israeli officials stands out — Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem.The Italian priest has lived in Israel for over three decades, and is a fluent Hebrew speaker. Berman explains how this dark horse candidate may have a chance. After presenting his letter of credence to President Isaac Herzog on Monday, Washington’s new ambassador Mike Huckabee accused Iran of seeking to destroy Israel and the United States. We hear why this may be music to official Israel's ears. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog for more updates. For further reading: Trump after call with Netanyahu: ‘We’re on the same side of every issue’ Report: Hamas to propose new ceasefire framework including release of hostages in one phase, five-year truce Hamas delegation heads for Cairo as Egypt takes mediation lead in hostage talks Pope Francis cared deeply about Holy Land, Jews, but left ‘sour taste’ after Oct. 7 Latin patriarch of Jerusalem among candidates to replace Pope Francis Presenting credentials to Herzog, Huckabee says Iran seeks to destroy Israel, then US Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves and video edited by Thomas Girsch. IMAGE: Pope Francis stands at Israel's West Bank security barrier on his way to a mass in Manger Square in Bethlehem, May 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of people watched the procession as pallbearers carried Pope Francis' coffin from the residence where he lived through Saint Peter's Square. The coffin was taken into Saint Peter's Basilica, where the pope will lie in state for three days. Roman Catholic cardinals are gathering to decide when to hold the conclave to elect a new pope following Pope Francis' death on Monday. It has sparked renewed interest in the movie "Conclave," which is about the process and came out last year. CBS News' Carter Evans looks at what the movie got right and wrong about the process. Artificial dyes in processed foods could soon be gone for good. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said his department is moving to phase out all petroleum-based dyes by the end of next year. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Jon LaPook explains what to know. The Supreme Court heard arguments on a case with implications for schools across the country. It's based on a lawsuit filed by parents who don't want their kids to hear storybooks that include LGBTQ characters. CBS News' Jan Crawford has more. In a moving "Note to Self" letter ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day, survivor Alfred Münzer reflects on being hidden as a baby, the loss of his family and why he continues to share his story amid rising antisemitism. In a moving "Note to Self" letter ahead of Holocaust Remembrance Day, survivor Alfred Münzer reflects on being hidden as a baby, the loss of his family and why he continues to share his story amid rising antisemitism. Speaking exclusively with "CBS Mornings" in her first broadcast interview, Tina Knowles details how she guided Beyoncé and Solange through fame while navigating her own path to healing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pope Francis now lies in state at Saint Peter's Basilica. And at this moment, mourners are gathering to pay their respects to the late pontiff. Plus, Elon Musk tells Tesla shareholders he's going back to his day job soon, where profits are plunging. Meanwhile, measles cases in the US are surging. And it could be even worse than we know.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

April 23, 2025 ~ Elon Musk to step back from DOGE. Trump says he has no plans to fire Jerome Powell. I-696 to fully close for 10 days in May. Congressman John James checks in about his Gubernatorial run. Pope Francis moved to Saint Peter's Basilica for public viewing. RFK Jr. wants to ban a number of common food dyes and the day's biggest headlines.

The death of Pope Francis at 88 is synchronistic and a powerful omen of what is to come. The three horns in the book of Daniel, which will be replaced with the little horn of the antichrist, don't have to be removed so much as they must be restructured and rebranded. Some literally interpret those horns as being the obelisks of Saint Peter, London, and Washington. This is where the concentrations of spiritual, financial and military power reside.The military might of the United States has been reinstated with $1 trillion budget and announcements from the President and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (Michael Kratsios) that the US has incredibly powerful weapons that nobody even understands, including an ability to manipulate space and time. All of this power and might is willing to support Armageddon at the bet of the nation's supposedly number one foreign friend.The financial power will now be fully digital with the adoption of cryptocurrency as the reserve and universal world coin.And the spiritual power in the Vatican, will become more universally adopted through a reformed church, and the stay behind network of progressives installed by the former Pope. This will likely lead to a more conservative authority who will push and advance the same agendas while speaking in opposition to them.This reestablishes the three horns, plucking them from the ground. In asserts the authority of the antichrist, or its spirit, upon the face of the Earth. This deception has convinced multitudes opposed to global government and conflict to accept the world military order, species ending technology, and the desertion of spirit in the name of institutional fiction.This is the system of the beast, the final battle, the end of the world in the form of human liberty wherever its flame still burns.It's no coincidence that the final horn was plucked possibly in line with Saint Malachi‘s prophecy, on Easter Monday, a celebration that is literally, as per the story of Jesus, illegal in the United States now. The death of the pope, 88 signifies double infinity, relating to time, and perhaps also implications that the president of the United States, or others, are actually time travelers.*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.-FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Thousands have gathered in St Peter's Square in Rome for prayers following the death of Pope Francis. He died of stroke and subsequent irreversible heart failure, the Vatican says in a statement. We will get reaction from across the world - including from a Christian community in Gaza that Pope Francis contacted regularly. Also on the programme: Actor Jonathan Pryce, who portrayed Pope Francis in the film The Two Popes, gives us his tribute; and the BBC's Ukraine Correspondent James Waterhouse travelled to the southern city of Kherson, where there was a period of brief reprieve during the 30-hour “Easter truce”.(Photo: The dome of Saint Peter's Basilica is pictured, after the death of Pope Francis was announced, at St. Peter's Square, in the Vatican, April 21, 2025. Credit: Reuters)

Thousands have been gathering at Saint Peter's Square all day to mourn the Holy Father's passing. President Trump spoke to Catholics, and US lawmakers and world leaders have been reacting to the news of the pope's death all day. All while, US Cardinals held a memorial for the late pope at the National Shrine.

As today's show begins we hear the echo of the bells in Saint Peter's Square, sounding a final note on the remarkable life of Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff who passed away just hours after tending to his flock on Easter. Our extensive coverage of his life and legacy - and what comes next - begins with CNN's Ben Wedeman in Vatican City.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With some life lessons about communication and the power of point of the moment radio and television in today's world. Right now there are hundreds of programs and broadcast features about the passing of Pope Francis. And we note that and comment on some of the life lessons for the man who died the day after Easter. Probably just as he wanted. However many years ago the Pope then almost died in an assassination attempt in Saint Peter's square when a loan gunman tried to kill him. I was on worldwide radio that very day and it was a very challenging and interesting story and day and I learned a lot that day that has helped me as a communicator and a broadcaster today, and I'd like to share a little bit of what I learned with you if that's OK? And blessings to all and blessings on the memory of Pope Francis   Then we asked our robot friend STOSH to make a few comments and do a little review of the work I did and as always he has some good and unique things to say and so here they are . When the Pope Was Shot—And We Went Live: A Broadcaster's Remembrance By Stan Hustad | What It Takes Radio – "Stan, what do we do now? The Pope's been shot!" I remember that moment like it was yesterday. May 13, 1981. I was standing in the master control room at Trans World Radio on the island of Bonaire when those words hit me like a lightning bolt. The Pope had been shot. Most people don't remember where they were that day. But I do. Because I was about to go on the air with a program I had carefully recorded in advance. It was business as usual—until it wasn't. That day reminded me of the incredible power and responsibility of real-time communication. You see, Trans World Radio was one of the largest international Christian radio broadcasters in the world. From that little island in the Caribbean, we beamed content in 15 languages to audiences across continents. The program I hosted, Caribbean Night Call, was typically a laid-back mix of music and musing. Though the station was Christian in foundation, this particular show was meant for everyone. That night, though, it had to be something different. Something more. The plan was simple: at 11:05, and run the pre-recorded program as scheduled. But when I heard the news, I knew that tape was already outdated, irrelevant—and maybe even offensive. What kind of communicator would I be if I carried on with business as usual while the world was reeling from the attempted assassination of Pope John Paul II? So, we scrapped the recording. I went live. No script. No teleprompter. Just my voice, a microphone, and a fast-moving, emotional story unfolding in real-time. I scrambled for updates from the BBC and Voice of America. I reached out to people for live perspectives. One phrase that emerged and struck me deeply was this: “It's like shooting God.” That's what someone reportedly cried out when they heard the news. It reminded me how, for millions, the Pope represented more than a man—he was a spiritual symbol. And an attack on him felt like an attack on the sacred itself. Though I was exhausted by 1 a.m., I knew we had done the right thing. We met the moment. We served our audience by responding, not reacting—by being present, not polished. And that brings us to today. The death of Pope Francis, while not a tragedy in the same vein, once again reminds us of how powerful it is to speak to the moment. As I awoke early this morning—my “hour of power” at 4 a.m.—I realized that, once again, my responsibility was not to run yesterday's program, but to speak into today's story. Whether it's a snowstorm in Minnesota or a death in the Vatican, the moment matters. The point of the moment (what I call the “P.O.M.”) is when communication becomes not just content, but connection. Radio—and now video, podcasts, and livestreams—gives us the privilege to meet people where they are, not where we wish they were. As one of my mentors wisely told me, "If it's in the news, it may not be the real news. Your job is to find the real news—maybe even the good news."

On this week's episode of 'The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart': Fighting Back. From massive rallies to running for office, Democrats are turning up their efforts to protest the Trump Agenda. I'll talk to two first-time candidates taking on long-time Republican lawmakers: Nathan Sage, who's running to unseat Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst, and former One Republic base guitar player Tim Myers, who's taking on veteran California Rep. Ken Calvert. Easter Message. As the Pope makes a surprise appearance at Saint Peter's Basilica, President Trump marks the religious holiday by lashing out at his critics. We'll get a spiritual cleanse from the Chaplain for the U.S. Senate, Dr. Barry Black. Sounding the Alarm. Sen. Chris Van Hollen sheds new light on his trip to El Salvador to meet with a mistakenly deported Maryland man. Why the Senator says President Trump has triggered a constitutional crisis. And the Palmetto Potty-Mouth! Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina posted a video of herself berating a constituent who simply asked if she was going to hold a town hall this year. My political panel of Joe Walsh and Brendan Buck are here to discuss. All that and more on “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” 

Be Bold & Say Yes!1 Timothy 1:12-16 “I am grateful to him who has strengthened me, Christ Jesus our Lord, because he considered me trustworthy in appointing me to the ministry. I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and an arrogant man, but I have been mercifully treated because I acted out of ignorance in my unbelief. Indeed, the grace of our Lord has been abundant, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. This saying is trustworthy and deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. Of these, I am the foremost. But for that reason, I was mercifully treated, so that in me, as the foremost, Christ Jesus might display all his patience as an example for those who would come to believe in him for everlasting life.”Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.  This is something that the Pharisees and Sadducees could not understand.  Actually, many people couldn't understand this.  Jesus was the savior. The Jewish people thought He was coming to save them from the Roman Army.  They did not understand that He was coming to save them from something much more important.  He was coming so that we would have eternal salvation.  He came to walk among us so He could save us from ourselves.  God had a perfect plan, and Adam and Eve, being human and imperfect, messed up that plan.  God sent His son to us to set things right again.  The beginning of this verse talks about “him who strengthened me.”  This sounds an awful lot like Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”  It is true that we get our strength through Jesus Christ.  Paul is thankful in this verse because Jesus considered him trustworthy in appointing him to the ministry.  He talks about how he was once a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an arrogant man.  If you were designing this world, if you had to choose who would lead God's people, would this be the type of man you would choose?  Does Paul sound like the ideal candidate?  He was a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an arrogant man.  He is not who I would pick.  And yet He is exactly who God picked.  Why do you think He does this?  Why do you think God chooses to use less-than-perfect people for his ministry?  I think He does it because of exactly what He says to us in Isaiah 55:8-9, “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways, says the Lord.  For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”  God knows us better than we know ourselves.  He knows that if he only uses perfect people, we won't listen to them.  It is hard to connect with someone you can't relate to.  Also, we tend to believe what we see more than what we hear.  It is one thing to have someone who has never struggled with an addiction come and tell you that Jesus can heal your addictions.  It is quite another to see someone who you know had an addiction problem and is now cured of it.  Which would you rather, someone to tell you that Jesus can forgive your sins, or to see Jesus sitting with those who have sinned?  We as people don't like listening as much as we like seeing.  Jesus took a man who was not a very good person, someone who didn't even believe that Jesus was who He said He was, and used him to do extraordinary things.  This is because of God's mercy.  I bet that every time Paul told the story of his conversion, he won over more people than the leaders in the church preaching about God's mercy without ever having experienced it.  It even says in the last sentence of this verse why Jesus chose Paul.  He said, “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. Of these, I am the foremost. But for that reason, I was mercifully treated, so that in me, as the foremost, Christ Jesus might display all his patience as an example for those who would come to believe in him for everlasting life.” Paul was chosen, not despite his past sins, but because of them.  He was chosen to be an example of Jesus' patience to all those who would come to believe.  Don't you find it easier to believe that God will forgive your sins when you know He forgave Paul?  What about Saint Peter?  Peter loved the Lord, he followed Him for three years, and yet when Jesus needed him the most, he abandoned Jesus.  He not only abandoned Him, but he also denied even knowing Jesus.  And yet, knowing all of this, Jesus chose Peter to be the rock upon which His church would be built.  If the Lord can use Peter, who denied Him three times in His time of need, and He can use Paul, who was a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an arrogant man, don't you think He can use you?  Sometimes we count ourselves out, and we don't listen when God calls us because we don't think we are good enough to serve the Lord.  He is almighty and powerful, and we are little and useless.  He is perfect, and we are full of sin.  How could He possibly use us when others out there are so much better than us at everything?  God doesn't want better, God wants you.  If you are willing, God wants to use you.  He is calling every single one of us to serve Him.  Are we worthy of serving Him? Nope, and yet He still calls us to serve Him.  He does not call us despite our past sins; He calls us because of our past sins.  He calls us because His ways are higher than our ways.  He knows that someone out there needs to hear our witness about how God saved us.  He knows that we are good examples of His love and mercy.  Others need to hear about all the graces we have received, even though we didn't deserve anything.So many people think miracles only happen for those who are really faithful.  God only forgives sins for other people, but not for them. They find it easy to believe God forgives small sins, but surely He won't forgive their sins, they are too great.  This is why God needs us. God wants us to be living examples of all He can do with willing people.  If you need further examples of when God has used people you would never have chosen, you have to look in the Bible.  There are so many examples.  I will point you to a few in case you aren't quite convinced.  What about Moses?  Moses was a murderer and yet God chose him to lead the people out of Exodus.  Jacob stole his brother's birth rite and then stole his blessings and God chose him to be the father of the 12 tribes of Israel.  There are many other stories like this in the Bible.  God doesn't use perfect people to carry out his mission.  He came to save the sinners and He uses us sinners to do that.  I want to leave you with a word of prophecy that was received at my prayer group because it shows that the Lord understands that we question our calling and our usefulness and like a good Father, he reassures us of His love.  “My children you are an integral part of my plan. Yes, you, You may see yourself as little and that is good you are little but my grace is strong and powerful within you. I have placed you where are you are, in the times that you are, in the circumstances that you are. And I am with you. I am with you to use you to spread the joy of knowing me. To spread my word, to spread knowledge of my goodness. I love you. You are an essential part of my plan. Please work with me for I am working with you. “Dear Heavenly Father, I ask that you bless all those listening to this episode today.  Lord, help us to answer your call. Help us to see that you know we are not worthy, you know of all of our sins, and yet you call us anyway.  Remind us often that your ways are higher than our ways and we don't have to understand why you do the things you do. They don't have to make sense to us because our thoughts are not your thoughts.  Help us to trust you.  Help us to see in us what you see in us.  Help us to take that step forward even if we don't know why we are doing it.  Lord, we say yes to serving you, yes to all you want us to do, we just need your help, your grace, your strength.  We love you Lord, you are so amazing and we are so grateful that you accept us exactly as we are, that you love us exactly as we are.  We ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus' holy name, Amen.Thank you for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. I look forward to spending time with you tomorrow.  Have a blessed day! www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

Welcome to the LIVING FOR THE BOYLE review series!  Daniel Francis Boyle originally hailed from Manchester, England and his filmmaking career took off thirty years ago in 1995 with the release of acclaimed cult thriller Shallow Grave.  And ever since then, Danny Boyle (as he's officially known) has carved out a uniquely successful career not only achieving box office success several times but also winning a few Oscars along the way.  During this time period, he has also become one of MY personal favorite directors, having helmed excellent ORIGINAL stories spanning several genres including children's fantasy, science fiction, crime drama, horror, and biopic.  Over the next few months, I will be reviewing some of my favorite entries from his filmography in the lead-up to the long-awaited sequel to one of his more successful films….28 Years Later which will be released in the U.S. on June 20!Once Upon A Time, the edgy director of Trainspotting and 28 Days Later decided to make a different type of movie....a FAMILY movie. :) It's a touching story about a recently widowed father (James Nesbitt) who moves his two young sons to the suburbs....when one day, his youngest son Damian (Alex Etel) suddenly discovers in their backyard.....a bag filled with cash!  A LOT of cash no doubt so Damian and his brother (Lewis McGibbon) embark on their own adventure trying to figure out EXACTLY what to do this with this new-found fortune....and what results is a delightful whimsical story involving (among many different things) the transition to the Euro, Mormon neighbors who can transport a LOT of appliances via bicycle, and one of our heroes getting to know all of the most well-known Catholic saints.  It's a true original.   Host & Editor: Geoff GershonProducer: Marlene GershonSend us a texthttps://livingforthecinema.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Living-for-the-Cinema-Podcast-101167838847578Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/livingforthecinema/Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/Living4Cinema/

Father Dave answers a question from a listener named Steven about how the Church elects a new pope. Steven asks, “I'm praying for Pope Francis' health every day, but if he passes away, what are the next steps for electing a new pope?”

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show Is it a sin to not be circumcised? Why do some people think God doesn't punish sinful actions? Do I need to pray while walking under the Jubilee door in Rome? How do I cope with nightmares about the end of the world? Is it wrong to use CBD supplements for anxiety? Why did the devil tempt Eve instead of Adam? If pregnancy is dangerous to the wife's health, should the couple remain celibate? Is it ok to ask St. Therese for a rose as a sign? What does "join your sufferings with God's suffering" mean? Should Catholics at risk of passing down genetic problems not marry? Why are there two versions of certain prayers on Ember days? Is pouring water as effective as immersion baptism? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

4/1/25 - Fr. Zachary Akers opens up about his unique journey to the priesthood and his decision to join the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter (FSSP). Fr. Akers recounts his early struggles with discerning God's will, how he was drawn to the beauty of the traditional Latin Mass, and the pivotal moments that led him to embrace the FSSP's mission of preserving the Church's rich liturgical heritage. His story is one of wrestling with doubts, surrendering to God's plan, and ultimately finding a home in a traditional order where he could fully live out his vocation. Today's episode offers a raw and honest glimpse into the joy of answering God's call to a religious vocation with trust and conviction and may serve as exceptionally helpful to those contemplating religious life!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show Was the sin of Sodom more about homosexuality or generally about the sin of lust? My son has a classmate with two "dads". What should I tell him about what parenthood should be? What advice do you have for parents who are dealing with children who are practicing an unnatural lifestyle? What is the difference between a bishop and an archbishop? When talking to a bishop or archbishop do we use the term "Your Excellency" or Your Grace"? Do you have tips on how to stop dwelling on past hurts? What are the qualities of a good spiritual director? How do I respond to someone who says that Planned Parenthood does good things? Do we know what Mary prayed at the foot of the cross? How should we view the hierarchy of the apostles in scripture? Can you explain a spiritual experience I had when I received the Eucharist? How to respond to the argument that life begins at first breath? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Why is there a Saint Peter but not a Saint Judas, when both were apostles who betrayed Christ? Father Robert McTague explores the difference between repentance and despair, linking it to the Eucharist and the necessity of the papacy. He invites all Christians to embrace the fullness of the faith, where the Church, the sacraments, and the Real Presence of Christ sustain us on our journey home. Watch on YouTube: Peter, Judas, and the Eucharist

On this episode of Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast, the boys Catholic out hard. In celebration of Lent, “Conclave,” and a Catholic Jubilee Year, Kiernan talks us through the top sites to see in Vatican City. Rome is expecting 32M visitors this year, and now each and every one can listen to Out of Office! Things We Talked About on Today's Episode: Jubilee 2025 https://www.usccb.org/jubilee2025  Holy Doors https://www.ewtnvatican.com/articles/5-holy-doors-what-every-catholic-should-know-ahead-of-jubilee-2025-4075  Saint Peter's https://www.basilicasanpietro.va/en/  Pope John XXIII https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/martyrs-miracles-and-the-stuff-of-making-saints/  Vatican II https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2022-10/vatican-ii-council-60th-anniversary-video-history-background.html  Papal Altar and Canopy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Peter%27s_Baldachin  Chair of Saint Peter https://www.ncregister.com/cna/historic-chair-of-st-peter-on-public-display-in-vatican-basilica-for-first-time-in-150-years  Tomb of Saint Peter https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Peter%27s_tomb  Saint Peter Statue https://stpetersbasilica.info/Statues/StPeter/StPeter.htm  La Pieta https://fa-inkwell.org/1039/arts/artists-review-la-pieta-one-of-michelangelos-earliest-works/  Vatican Museums https://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en.html  Laocoon and his Sons https://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/museo-pio-clementino/Cortile-Ottagono/laocoonte.html  Gallery of the Candelabra https://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/museo-pio-clementino/Galleria-dei-Candelabri/galleria-dei-candelabri.html  “School of Athens” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_School_of_Athens  Sistine Chapel “In Our Time” episode https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0015vh8  Sistine Chapel pre-reading https://www.througheternity.com/en/blog/art/michelangelo-last-judgment-sistine-chapel-vatican.html  Omio https://www.omio.com/  Jenny Nicholson on the Star Wars Hotel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0CpOYZZZW4 

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Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show   Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Read OnlineJesus said to his disciples: “The Son of Man must suffer greatly and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed and on the third day be raised.” Luke 9:22Jesus knew He would suffer greatly, be rejected and killed. How would you deal with that knowledge if you somehow knew this about your own future? Most people would be filled with fear and become obsessed with trying to avoid it. But not our Lord. This passage above shows just how intent He was on embracing His Cross with unwavering confidence and courage.This is just one of several times that Jesus began to break the news to His disciples about His pending fate. And each time He spoke this way, the disciples for the most part remained either silent or in denial. Recall, for example, one such reaction of Saint Peter when he responded to Jesus' prediction of His Passion by saying, “God forbid, Lord! No such thing shall ever happen to you” (Matthew 16:22).In reading this passage above, the strength, courage and determination of our Lord shine through by the fact that He speaks so clearly and definitively. And what motivates Jesus to speak with such conviction and courage is His love.Too often, “love” is understood as a strong and good feeling. It's perceived as an attraction to something or a strong liking of it. But that's not love in the truest form. True love is a choice to do what is best for another, no matter the cost, no matter how difficult. True love is not a feeling that seeks selfish fulfillment. True love is an unwavering strength that seeks only the good of the person who is loved.Jesus' love for humanity was so strong that He was driven toward His pending death with great power. He was unwaveringly determined to sacrifice His life for us all, and there was nothing that would ever deter Him from that mission.In our own lives, it's easy to lose sight of what true love actually is. We can easily become caught up in our own selfish desires and think that these desires are love. But they are not. Reflect, today, upon the unwavering determination of our Lord to sacrificially love us all by suffering greatly, by enduring rejection, and by dying upon the Cross. Nothing could have ever deterred Him from this love. We must show the same sacrificial love. My loving Lord, I thank You for Your unwavering commitment to sacrifice Yourself for us all. I thank You for this unfathomable depth of true love. Give me the grace I need, dear Lord, to turn away from all forms of selfish love so as to imitate and participate in Your most perfect sacrificial love. I do love You, dear Lord. Help me to love You and others with all my heart. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Pietro della Vecchia, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Friends of the Rosary,Today, Tuesday before Ash Wednesday is a traditionally celebrated the Holy Face of Jesus.Gazing upon the face of Christ crucified unites us with all His sorrows, love, and total abandonment.In 1957, Pope Pius XII established this feast.Jesus revealed devotion to the Holy Face to Sister Marie of Saint Peter (1816-1848), a Carmelite nun from Tours, France.Our Lord said to her:“Every time My Face is contemplated, I will pour out My Love into the hearts of those persons, and by means of My Holy Face, the salvation of many souls will be obtained.”Two miraculous images are associated with the Holy Face Devotion: Veronica's Veil, the cloth used by Saint Veronica to wipe the face of Jesus during his passion, and the Holy Shroud of Turin, the burial cloth of Christ.As revealed to Blessed Sister Pierina, Tuesday is a day of reparation to the Holy Face in front of the Blessed Sacrament. Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!+ Mikel Amigot | RosaryNetwork.com, New York• ⁠March 4, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show What are the proper actions needed if a relationship between a parishioner and a priest has gotten too close? Where did the notion that the Church was born at Pentecost come from? Can you try to attain power by dubious means to do good? Is it sinful to pray together with a Protestant? What constitutes prayer? And should one redo prayers that were not done properly? When praying while walking outside what should be our disposition? Practical advice for scrupulosity? Dealing with my family passing away and leaving me alone. Is it okay to use St. Eric IX of Sweden as a good example, if the Vatican weren't the ones to canonized him? Do you know of a good online Bible study? Is using birth-control within marriage considered sensuality? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Gospel Matthew 16:13-19 When Jesus went into the region of Caesarea Philippi he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter said in reply, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Jesus said to him in reply, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah. For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father. And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” Reflection Throughout this week we've been listening, especially in Mark's Gospel, the difficulty people had in understanding who Jesus is. And they didn't read the signs properly. They didn't ask the right questions. But here we see the most amazing, simple answer to this dilemma of human beings not being able to recognize the Christ. It has to be revealed to you. It has to be given to you. It's the image of faith. Faith is not something that you do and earn something through that. But faith is a gift you receive and surrender to. Take a few moments to reflect upon these images, and then I will close with the prayer. Closing Prayer Father, no matter how long we work to study something like scripture and try to interpret it over and over again, what we are really doing by reading these stories is not getting the clear answers that we want. But learning about a story of a God who slowly revealed the truth to his people. And it was his gift to them. It was the gift of the Holy Spirit to them that changed them. We pray for this gift. And we ask this in Jesus' name, Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick gives advice for a caller with infertility issues especially in regards to a procedure that the Church hasn’t ruled if it’s moral or immoral. Patrick answers a question about the Primacy of Peter and its significance in the Church. Gabriel - Baptism at the end of John Chapter 3: Would they be applying Sanctifying Grace since they were done in the Old Covenant? (0:59) John - What do you think about assisted reproductive technology like GIFT (Gamete Interfallopian Transfer)? (5:02) Steve-Can you talk about the primacy of the pope for me? I see a contradiction in one of the scriptures: When Paul confronts Saint Peter about eating with the uncircumzied Jews and early cannons seems to refute the Pope (15:23) Patrick explains more about the Primacy of Peter (22:44) Steve-Yesterday you spoke about the Saints and the Virgin Mary that we don't worship them. Do you think we should explain that better what we mean when we say we don't worship Mary? (33:55) Jennifer-My mother received a copy of the true letter of Oration (True Letter of Jesus Christ) given by Saint Bridget. Is it legit? (45:54) Resources: National Catholic Bioethics Center: https://www.ncbcenter.org/ Book Recommendation: “Jesus, Peter & the Keys” https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Peter-Keys-Scriptural-Handbook/dp/1882972546 Book Recommendation: “The Divine Primacy” https://stpaulcenter.com/product/the-divine-primacy-of-the-bishop-of-rome-and-modern-eastern-orthodoxy/ Book Recommendation: “Pope Fiction” https://www.amazon.com/Pope-Fiction-Answers-Misconceptions-Papacy/dp/0964261006