Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent with Fr. James Downey - 12/12/2025

Fr. Chris Reising reflects on the readings for the Solemnity of Christ the King and invites us to approach the end of the liturgical year with renewed focus on Christ’s reign.

Today on the Catholic Morning Show, we reflect on the Gospel for the Solemnity of Christ the King and learn more about the Vatican's latest reflections on artificial intelligence.

Jeanne Thill joins the show to discuss the liturgical transition from Ordinary Time through Christ the King into Advent, and offers a preview of the next “Making It Personal with Bishop Joensen".

Adam Storey, the Diocesan Canon Lawyer, discusses the importance of law in the human and spiritual life and how Supernatural, Natural, and Human Law work together to guide us toward Christ.

Deacon Randy Kiel shares a reflection on the upcoming Sunday readings for the Feast of Christ the King and invites listeners to prepare their hearts for the end of the liturgical year.

On today’s Catholic Morning Show, we look ahead to Christ the King Sunday with Deacon Randy Kiel, explore the importance of law in the spiritual life with the Diocesan Canon Lawyer, and hear from Jeanne Thill on the litu…

Emily Jaminet offers simple and meaningful ways for families to live out Catholic virtues during Thanksgiving, from fostering gratitude to sharing Scripture and placing relationships before distractions.

Emily Stimpson Chapman discusses her new book, exploring how wine and Catholic life have been linked for centuries, and how the craft of winemaking reflects gratitude, sacrifice, and the beauty of God’s creation.

Today on the Catholic Morning Show we welcome Emily Stimpson Chapman, bestselling Catholic author, to discuss the rich history behind Catholic winemaking and its deep spiritual heritage. We also speak with Emily Jaminet…

Fr. PJ McManus shares the meaning of the Feast of Christ the King and previews the special Masses and parish celebrations taking place this Sunday at Christ the King Parish.

Jennifer Stavinoha joins us to share how mothers and families can discover Christ in the messy, beautiful moments of everyday life. She offers wisdom from her new book and her ministry with Ablaze Families.

On today’s Catholic Morning Show, we explore the beauty of faith lived in daily life. Jennifer Stavinoha joins us to share how mothers can encounter Christ through the joyful and difficult moments of family life. Then, F…

Dr. Michael Pakaluk explores the meaning of true friendship, the moral life, and how holiness is found in the ordinary moments of everyday living.

Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett joins the show to share how psychology and Catholic spirituality work together to guide discernment, healthy identity development, and faithful decision-making.

Today on The Catholic Morning Show, we welcome Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett to discuss the foundations of discernment and how psychology and faith work together in daily life. Joe Stopulos joins us with a preview of this week’s…