Marching Without Applause: Faithful Service in Hidden Ways - Deacon Tom Bradley - 12/16/2025

Today on the Catholic Morning Show we explore two very different but deeply connected paths of faith: Dr. Angela Costley explains how her new book From Sinai to Rome invites Catholics to reclaim the Jewish roots of their…

Nelcy Vargas from Catholic Charities of Council Bluffs brings awareness to Domestic Violence Awareness Month, sharing how faith-based support and advocacy can restore hope for survivors.

Deacon Mark Campbell, Executive Director of Iowa Catholic Radio, reflects on the highlights and challenges of the past year, celebrating the growth of the mission and the community that makes it possible.

Deacon Mark Campbell joins us to reflect on Iowa Catholic Radio’s year—its milestones, challenges, and the blessings that have shaped the mission so far. Then, Nelcy Vargas from Catholic Charities of Council Bluffs highl…

Author and illustrator Gracie Jagla shares her new children’s book If the Pope Had a Puppy, taking young readers on a joyful adventure through Rome and the Church’s history in a playful, faith-filled way.

Janelle Kerr and Jenna Bower share how the Beaverdale Holiday Boutique brings faith, family and service together — inviting artisans, parishioners and families to build community in Christ.

Today on The Catholic Morning Show we explore three vibrant corners of Catholic life: parish community and ministry, men’s discipleship, and children’s literature. Janelle Kerr and Jenna Bower talk about the upcoming HT…

Dr. Grace Hamman helps us reconnect with the wisdom of the past through her book Ask of Old Paths, showing how medieval virtues can guide us toward holiness and wholeness today.

Bo Bonner and Elise Kerr discuss the historic moment when King Charles III prayed with the Pope — the first time in 500 years — and what this sign of humility and reconciliation means for the future of Christian unity.

Fr. Chris Reising reflects on the readings for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, calling us to humility before God and reminding us that He hears the cry of the poor and the contrite of heart.

Today on The Catholic Morning Show, we reflect on humility, unity, and holiness. Fr. Chris Reising offers insight into the Gospel for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Bo Bonner and Elise Kerr unpack the significance of…

Deacon Randy Kiel prepares us for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time by exploring how Scripture reveals God’s preferential care for the poor and lowly, and calls us to live with humility and justice before Him.

Adam Storey, Vice Chancellor for Canonical Affairs for the Diocese of Des Moines, shares about a beautiful milestone for the Diocese — the recent consecration of the first hermit in the diocese — and what this vocation r…

Marty Arlinghaus shares the mission of the Serenelli Project — a Catholic community offering healing, formation, and hope to the formerly incarcerated through faith and stability.

Today on The Catholic Morning Show, Bo and Elise welcome three guests whose ministries illuminate the many ways faith transforms lives — from the Sunday readings to prison re-entry to the quiet beauty of consecrated life…