We welcome back friend of the show Joseph Pearce to discuss another article from his series in Crisis Magazine on the Unsung Heroes of Christendom. What can we learn from King Canute about ruling with humility, and how can we avoid falling prey to the dangerous temptation of flattery? Show Notes Joseph's Website A King Among Fools and Flatterers - …

Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Joseph Pearce tells us why a mustard seed is enough, and Dr. Jim Schroeder continues his series on turning free will into willpower.

In our busy schedules, it is often hard to find time to read a good book, and sometimes it is even harder to know which book to read. In his new book Classic Literature Made Simple, Joseph Pearce makes this decision easier by outlining fifty great works of literature that every person should read. Beginning in the ancient world and progressing all …

We welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray of EWTN to discuss the latest encyclical on the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Why might subjects like the Social Kingship of Christ be missing from the text, and does it contain within it a critique of the program of synodality? Show Notes Dilexit Nos: (On the Human and Divine Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ) Annum Sacr…

Fr. Tad Pacholczyk joins the show to discuss children's hospitals willingness to go along with gender reassignment surgeries, and Kelly Breaux highlights the mission of Red Bird ministries.

In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses money, power, freemasonry, and the little discussed American influence during the Cristero War. What inspired the fidelity of the martyrs, and why do progressive revolutionaries immediately begin attacking the Church once gaining power? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for t…

Today, many Catholics feel a sense of urgency or even dread as they look upon the dark forces and ideologies that besiege the world, the Church, and the truth. Some people may even ask, “What can I do in the face of these forces and against so many injustices?” In their recent work, Catholic Heroes of Civil and Human Rights, Matthew Daniels and Rox…

We welcome back Jason Craig of Those Catholic Men to discuss his experience living through Hurricane Helene. What happens when the familiar "direct deposit" nature of human experience is cut off, and what graces can be found in moments of great trial? Show Notes Living Through Helene - Crisis Magazine Liturgy of the Land Conference The World-Ending…

We welcome back Steve Ray to discuss his latest article in Catholic Answers about some commonly believed biblical myths. Why correct the record if the popular narrative seems to sound so good? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes 6 'Biblical' Myths Debunked | Catholic Answers Magazine Are you guilty of informational littering? Confirmat…

We welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray of EWTN to discuss the latest news coming from the Synod on Synodality? Why are closed questions being suddenly reopened? Could it be the case that good intentions are being hijacked, or might things really be as bad as they seem? Show Notes Synods | Ipsitilla Synod Proposal Could Give ‘Doctrinal Authority’ to Loca…

Mike Aquilina discusses the impact and courage of St. Ignatius of Antioch, and Joseph Pronechan shares the story of the Shreveport martyrs.

In the final part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses hitting spiritual rock bottom, repentance, and the necessity of regularly making a good confession. How can we avoid falling prey to what Father calls the "national anthem of Satan", and why is conversion sometimes so difficult? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to…

Robert Brennan highlights some monster movies that Catholics can enjoy during Halloween, Lauren Huval joins us to talk about her album "Singing the Rosary," and Fr. Den Irwin has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.

In the fourth part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses the importance of cultivating gratitude in one's routine of spiritual hygiene. How can faithful prayer of the Ignatian Examen help prevent the corrosion of our memory of graces and blessings received? Show Notes The Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide for Everyda…

Kevin Wells details his harrowing story of recovery in the Catholic church, and Fr. Michael Rennier discusses controlling your out of control emotions.

In the third part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses worship through a look at the offering of Cain. How does offering worship according to our personal preferences rather than what God is owed communicate the wicked worldview of the enemy, "MY will be done"? Show Notes The strategies of Satan, Part 3: The “Cain” tactic G…

Tom Riello is on to discuss Bishop Conley's vision for education, Tom Fulton joins us to talk about the Little Sisters of the Poor Lawn Party, and Rob Herbst previews the upcoming edition of the Catholic Week.

In the second part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses conflict avoidance, kingship, and the vice of Acedia by taking a closer look at Ahab. What happens when we refuse to make use of legitimate and God given authority? Show Notes The strategies of Satan, Part 2: The “Ahab” tactic God’s holy weapons against Satan, Part 2: …

Fr. Pat Driscoll joins the show to talk about the biblical roots of the rosary, Charlie Russo discusses the Colorado Cake Baking Case, and Peter Wolfgang highlights why Trump is the best choice for pro-lifers.

In the first part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue introduces us to Jezebel. Who, or what, is it, and what does it represent? In order to properly prepare for battle, we must first understand what we're up against. What is the "Jezebel Strategy," and why is it one of the enemy's favorite tactics? Why is the gift of prophecy so es…

In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue answers the questions on the minds of many facing persecution: what defines a good citizen, and is it possible for a Catholic to fill that role today? Is there really a separation between church and state, and might our world look different with Christ at the center of our society? How should these questions i…

Tom McDonald joins the show to discuss Boy's Town, David Carullo highlights Blue Army ministries, and Fr. Andrew Jones has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.

We welcome back Fr. John Perricone to discuss his article in Crisis Magazine about the end of recreational Catholicism. Why is it so dangerous when practicing our faith is treated as nothing more than a past-time? Might the end of the days of "entertainment liturgy" and lukewarm Catholicism be on the horizon? Show Notes The Beginning of the End of …

Steven Mosher outlines 3 "magic weapons" that dems use to control America, Jonathan Liedl talks about how the Synod on Synodality can still change the church, and Ellen Taylor drops the blogosphere!

We welcome back friend of the show Matt Archbold of Creative Minority Report to discuss ongoing attacks and persecution facing the Catholic church. Faulty wiring, "possible" hate crimes, and even a "trans Pope?" We'll close the show out with a reminder of the role that the Rosary can, and should, play in our pushing back against the evil around us.…

Tom Riello recapped Archbishop Rodi's homily at the Red Mass. Bob Katz discussed the film he produced, "Average Joe" about the high school football coach who was taken to court and vilified for praying with his football team after games. Dan Burke continued our series on his book, "The Devil in the Castle" Today, Dan discussed the 6th mansion.…

We welcome back Patrick Reilly of The Cardinal Newman Society to discuss the upcoming virtual college fair that his organization will be hosting, which Catholic parents and prospective students may find helpful when deciding upon the best choice in a college. What should folks be looking for in a college, and why is it so beneficial to pursue a Cat…

We welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray of EWTN to discuss the latest pronouncements coming out of Rome. What does the implementation of the updated norms for evaluating private revelation mean for the discipline of dogmatic theology? Is this a symptom of a larger issue? Show Notes Note About the Spiritual Experience Connected with Medjugorje | Vatican.v…

Todd and Ellen take a look at the news from a Catholic perspective, Ben Weisbeck highlights Standfirm productions, and Luke Coppen has our Vatican Starting 7 Newslinks.

Did you miss the final day of Ask Father during the Fall Fund Drive? Check out his answers to your questions sent in, and please consider donating to The Station of the Cross 2024 Fall On-Air Appeal: Celebrating 25 Years! Show Notes 2024 Fall On-Air Appeal: Celebrating 25 Years! Lector's Guide to Biblical Pronunciations - Joseph Staudacher Freemaso…

Robert Brennan discusses the new Fr. Flanigan movie, Matt Daniels joins the show to cover his book on heroes of human rights, and Deacon Steve Kingsmore has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.

Did you miss the third day of Ask Father during the Fall Fund Drive? Check out his answers to your questions sent in, and please consider donating to The Station of the Cross 2024 Fall On-Air Appeal: Celebrating 25 Years! Show Notes 2024 Fall On-Air Appeal: Celebrating 25 Years! Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!…