Fourth Sunday of Advent: Welcoming Christ - Fr. Chris Reising - 12/19/2025
Fr. Chris Reising reflects on the Gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. His message invites listeners to prepare their hearts for the coming of Christ at Christmas.
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The Catholic Morning Show - 12/19/2025
As the Fourth Sunday of Advent arrives, Fr. Chris Reising reflects on the Sunday Gospel and how it prepares us to welcome Christ at Christmas. The show also highlights a local Live Nativity and Christmas events, a minist…
Hope Is Not Naïve: Living Christian Hope Today - Bishop Dennis Walsh - 12/18/2025
Bishop Dennis Walsh reflects on the true meaning of Christian hope. He explains why hope rooted in Christ remains strong even amid uncertainty and challenge.
What Is an Annulment? Understanding Church Teaching - Adam Storey - 12/18/2025
Canon lawyer Adam Storey explains what an annulment is and clears up common misconceptions. He offers clarity on how the Church approaches marriage, validity, and pastoral care.
Advent Hope: Reflections on the Fourth Sunday of Advent - Deacon Randy Kiel - 12/18/2025
Deacon Randy Kiel reflects on the First and Second Readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. He highlights how God’s promises lead us toward the hope fulfilled in Christ’s coming.
The Catholic Morning Show - 12/18/2025
Deacon Randy Kiel reflects on the First and Second Readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, highlighting God’s promise of hope fulfilled in Christ. Adam Storey explains what an annulment is and is not, and Bishop Dennis…
Holy Habits of the Sacred Heart: Preparing for Christmas - Emily Jaminet
Emily Jaminet shares how devotion to the Sacred Heart helps us form holy habits and open our hearts to Christ. She encourages Catholics to prepare for Christmas through reconciliation and intentional spiritual renewal.
Spiritual Warfare: Defending the Faith in Daily Life - Jesse Romero - 12/17/2025
Jesse Romero explains what spiritual warfare looks like for Catholics today and how to stand firm in faith. He shares practical guidance rooted in prayer, the sacraments, and Church teaching.
The Catholic Morning Show - 12/17/2025
Jesse Romero joins the show to discuss spiritual warfare and how Catholics can defend their faith and families in everyday life. Emily Jaminet then shares practical ways to prepare our hearts for Christmas by inviting Je…
Marriage, Truth, and the Joy of Getting It Wrong with Costanza Miriano - 12/16/2025
Costanza Miriano reflects on marriage, relationships, and the freedom found in living Catholic truth. She explains why faithfulness sometimes means joyfully getting the world’s expectations wrong.
Marching Without Applause: Faithful Service in Hidden Ways - Deacon Tom Bradley - 12/16/2025
Deacon Tom Bradley discusses his new book Marching Without Applause and the spiritual value of serving faithfully without recognition. He reflects on perseverance, obedience, and trusting God’s work in unseen ways.
The Catholic Morning Show - 12/16/2025
Deacon Tom Bradley joins the show to discuss his new book Marching Without Applause and the call to faithful perseverance when recognition never comes. Later, Italian journalist and author Costanza Miriano shares insight…
Serving the Poor: A Mission Trip to South Africa - Dr. Jim Blessman - 12/15/2025
Dr. Jim Blessman shares highlights from his recent mission trip to South Africa. He reflects on how faith-driven service brings hope and dignity to those most in need.
Learning Incarnational Evangelization - Patrick Schmadeke - 12/15/2025
Patrick Schmadeke explains what incarnational evangelization means and why authentic presence is essential to sharing the Gospel. He offers practical insight into how Catholics can live this approach in everyday life.
The Catholic Morning Show - 12/15/2025
Patrick Schmadeke from the Diocese of Davenport joins the show to discuss incarnational evangelization and what it looks like to share the faith through authentic presence and relationship. Dr. Jim Blessman then reflects…