Son Rise Morning Show 2026.02.16

Son Rise Morning Show 2026.02.16

Author: Sacred Heart Radio February 16, 2026 Duration: 3:00:00

 

Happy Bacon Monday! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss some of the food traditions from all over the Catholic world leading up to the observance of Lent. Guests include Fr. John Gavin, S.J., with more thoughts from the Church Fathers on Christian maturity, Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History, and all the latest news, weather, sports, and more…

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Morning Offering of St. Therese of Lisieux

O my God! I offer Thee all my actions of this day for the intentions and for the glory of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. I desire to sanctify every beat of my heart, my every thought, my simplest works, by uniting them to Its infinite merits; and I wish to make reparation for my sins by casting them into the furnace of Its Merciful Love.

O my God! I ask of Thee for myself and for those whom I hold dear, the grace to fulfill perfectly Thy Holy Will, to accept for love of Thee the joys and sorrows of this passing life, so that we may one day be united together in heaven for all Eternity. Amen.

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Sr. Orianne Pietra Rene and the Lenten book sponsorship with the Daughters of St. Paul can be found at paulinestore.com.

Alexis Walkenstein is online at beinawepr.com. Her book on Fulton Sheen can be found here.

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Each weekday morning, the lively voices of Anna Mitchell and Matt Swaim fill the air on the Son Rise Morning Show, offering a unique blend of daily news, thoughtful conversation, and spiritual grounding. This isn't just another talk program; it's a morning routine built around a Catholic worldview, designed to inform and motivate as the day begins. Tuning in feels like joining a thoughtful discussion with friends who are keenly aware of the world's events, its needs, and the deeper questions behind the headlines. The pace is energetic, moving seamlessly from current events to interviews with authors, theologians, and community leaders, all while weaving in moments for prayer and reflection. Whether you're starting your commute or your first cup of coffee, this podcast delivers substance and perspective, connecting faith to everyday life in business, non-profit work, and personal spirituality. It’s that rare morning show that engages both the mind and the spirit, making the hours from six to eight Eastern Time a purposeful launch to the day. You'll find the Son Rise Morning Show to be a consistent source of insight and encouragement, a program where information and inspiration meet.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Son Rise Morning Show
Podcast Episodes
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.02.05 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
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 Ri…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.02.04 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Deacon Nathan Biersdorfer to continue a series on Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales. Other guests include Gary Zimak on preparing…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.02.03 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
Happy feast of St. Blase! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his patronage against all ailments of the throat. Guests include Bear Woznick on the importance of true Catholic friendship, Kris McGregor t…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.02.02 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
Happy feast of the Presentation of the Lord! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the many theological and devotional layers of this significant event in the life of the Holy Family. Other guests include…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.01.30 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Andrew Petiprin to conclude their series on his book “The Faith Unboxed.” Other guests include Bobby Schindler from the Terri Schiavo Life and Hope Netw…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.01.29 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
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 P…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.01.28 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
Happy feast of St. Thomas Aquinas! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina and Dr. Matthew Bunson to reflect on the legacy of the Angelic Doctor. Other guests include Deacon Nathan Beiersdorfe…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.01.27 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Andrew Swafford to discuss his new book on C.S. Lewis and Catholic apologetics. Other guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts from the…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.01.23 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell kick off EWTN’s coverage of the March for Life by talking to some of the people on the ground preparing to converge on the National Mall. Guests include Bishop…
Son Rise Morning Show  2026.01.22 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:00:01
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 Cent…