Fr. Nick Smith on Our Lady of Guadalupe - 12/12/2025
Fr. Nick Smith shares the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe and reflects on his personal experience visiting the apparition site in Mexico City.
First Saturday Devotions — A Tradition of Reparation - John Oven - 01/29/2026
John Oven explains the practice and spiritual richness of First Saturday Devotions. He highlights how this Marian devotion offers opportunities for reparation, peace, and deeper union with Christ through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent with Fr. James Downey - 12/12/2025
Fr. James Downey offers a brief reflection on the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Advent to help listeners prepare for Mass.
The Catholic Morning Show - Full Show - 12/12/2025
This week’s show features Fr. James Downey reflecting on the Third Sunday of Advent Gospel, Fr. Nick Smith shares his experience with Our Lady of Guadalupe, and Aaron Gunsaulus discussing his family’s journey from Protes…
Discerning the Call: Inside the Next Deacon Formation Cohort - 12/11/2025
Deacon Jim Houston and Deacon Matt Halbach, joined by deacon candidates Michael Clyde and John Fisher, discuss the final pre-application meeting for men discerning the Permanent Diaconate. They share wisdom, encouragemen…
The American Marian Apparition Site - John Paul Brissette - 12/11/2025
John Paul Brissette from the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion discusses the beauty and power of the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. He shares how the Shrine is celebrating and why Mary’s message continues to inspire the fa…
The Catholic Morning Show - 12/11/2025
John Paul Brissette from the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion joins the show to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and share how the Shrine is preparing for this beloved feast. Then Deacon Jim Houston, Deacon Mat…
A Student’s Livestream Encounter with Pope Leo XIV at NCYC - Elise Wing - 12/10/2025
Waterloo Columbus student Elise Wing shares her memorable livestream moment with Pope Leo XIV during NCYC. She reflects on what she asked, what the Holy Father shared, and how the experience deepened her faith.
The Story That Shapes Us: Why Scripture Matters in Catholic Homes - John Gaffney - 12/10/2025
John Gaffney explains why the stories of Scripture are essential to forming Catholic identity in children. He speaks on the responsibility and privilege parents have in handing on the story of salvation.
The Catholic Morning Show - 12/10/2025
John Gaffney from the Diocese of Des Moines shares why the narrative of salvation history is essential for Catholic parents to pass on to their children. Waterloo Columbus student Elise Wing joins the show to talk about…
Benedictine College’s Mission to Transform Culture - President Stephen Minnis - 12/09/2025
Benedictine College President Stephen Minnis discusses how the college is shaping American culture through its pillars of community, faith, and scholarship. He also shares updates on the new Independence Hall–inspired li…
Fr. Philip Nolan - Magnificat, Dominican Formation, and Deepening Catholic Prayer - 12/09/2025
Fr. Philip Nolan shares what Magnificat offers to Catholics seeking a richer prayer life and explains his responsibilities as Editor-in-Chief. He also reflects on his Dominican formation and how editing and writing infor…
The Catholic Morning Show - 12/09/2025
Fr. Philip Nolan of the Dominican Province of St. Joseph explains what Magnificat is, what he does as Editor-in-Chief, and how the publication helps Catholics unite their prayer with the Church’s liturgy. Benedictine Col…
Authentic Catholic Womanhood - 12/08/2025
Leah Jacobson talks about the upcoming “Beauty of Truth” winter symposium and why authentic Catholic womanhood is essential in today’s culture. She highlights the need for women to root their identity in faith rather tha…
Forge’s New Initiative for Men in Blended Families - 12/08/2025
John Bishop and Scott Flood explain how Forge is expanding its mission to support men in blended families striving to raise Catholic children. They share the challenges these families face and the hope that intentional f…
The Catholic Morning Show - 12/08/2025
John Bishop and Scott Flood discuss Forge’s new initiative supporting men in blended families who seek to raise their children firmly in the Catholic faith. Leah Jacobson joins to share insights on authentic Catholic wom…