Morning Air

12/18/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Burke Masters/ Kendra Von Esh John and Sarah chat about getting ready for Christmas with only a week left and mention the Relevant Radio Christmas party. Fr. Burke continued his explanation on how the Eucharist is apostolic like the Church itself. Kendra talks about how we can keep Christ in our presents, conversations and time with pothers this Christmas to make the most of the season and minimalize the materialism.

In a recent episode of "Morning Air," John Morales had an exhilarating conversation with Curtis Martin, the founder of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students), marking a jubilant 25-year anniversary of the organization. 🎊 🚀 FOCUS' Mission & Impact: Curtis Martin vividly describes FOCUS's mission: to kindle the love of Christ among college students and beyond. He shares heartwarming stories of transformation, where young individuals have discovered or rekindled their faith, with some even joining as missionaries. The organization has expanded its reach across the United States and into Western Europe and Mexico, touching thousands of lives with the Gospel's joy. 🌍 🌟 Seek24 Conference Anticipation: The upcoming Seek24 Conference, themed "Be the Light," is a beacon of hope and excitement. Scheduled for January 1st-5th, 2024, in St. Louis, Missouri, it promises an assembly of thousands, eager to deepen their faith. Curtis highlights the conference's vibrancy, with an array of bishops, priests, seminarians, and religious brothers and sisters participating. The conference is a powerful display of the Church's unity and strength. ⛪ 🙌 Growth and Evangelization: The discussion delves into the exponential growth of FOCUS, reflecting on the amazing journey from just two part-time missionaries to over 1,200 full-time missionaries. This growth is attributed to a method modeled by Christ himself, multiplying disciples who continue to spread the Good News. 🌱 💖 Love, Grace, and Joy: Curtis emphasizes that love, grace, and joy are the cornerstone virtues driving FOCUS's mission. He underscores that joy, in particular, is an infectious force that draws people to reconsider their faith. For more info and to feel the spirit of this incredible mission, visit focus.org! 🌐✨

12/15/23 6am CT Hour - Gary Zimak/ Johnny McGuire/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John and Sarah chat about ways to prepare for the Christmas season. Gary shares how you can rejoice even when undergoing suffering. Johnny goes behind the scenes t relay how the Knights of Columbus members on bikes evangelize and help those in need. https://knightsonbikesusa.com/ Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on the Gaudete Sunday and how to rejoice in the Advent season.

12/15/23 7am CT Hour - Keara Burke/ Curtis Martin John and Sarah chat about 10 things you can do to prepare for Christmas. Keara breaks down the case of Kate Cox who fought for the right to abort her child with a Trisomy 18 diagnosis and how we should be engaging couples with palliative care instead of abortion. https://rorysway.org/ Curtis speaks to the 25 years FOCUS has been reaching out to college students to engage them in the faith. https://seek.focus.org/

12/14/23 6am CT Hour - Monsignor James Shea/ Brandon Scheitier John, Glen and Sarah chat about Hunter Biden and play What's That Sound "Sounds of Christmas" Monsignor breaks down the gnostic ideologies of ancient and how they are revived and confusing people even today. Brandon reviews the last year in the market and gives a preview of what is to come.

12/14/23 7am CT Hour - Brendan Gotta/ Fr. James Kubicki John, Glen and Sarah chat about Hunter Biden and play What's that Sound "Sounds of Christmas" Brendan reflects on his time in Poland and what he learned form his experience. Fr. Kubicki talks nativity scenes inside or outside the house and how these displays can help kids and adult alike to be present on the night of our Lord's birth.

12/13/236am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Heather Johnson John, Glen and Sarah chat about the UN asking or ceasefire in Gaza, House starting impeachment process for President Biden and Hot Cocoa. Ashley brings the news from Rome to he listeners and talk about the Pope's plans for his future burial, bagpipe playing shepherds and how the celebrate Christmas in India. Heather shares some great traditions that all families can do to celebrate St. Lucy on her feast day today. https://acatholicmomslife.com/our-st-lucy-feast-day-family-traditions/

12/13/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about UN asking for ceasefire in Gaza, House trying impeachment on President Biden and how they like their hot cocoa. Fr. Marcel explains how the "handsomest man in Italy" left fame for the priesthood. Dave gives 6 tips to making and reaching your goals.

12/12/23 6am CT Hour - Laura DeMaria/ Doug Hinderer John and Glen chat news and Our Lady of Guadalupe Laura explains how entertaining guests helps us to give a gift and allow others to receive.  Doug takes calls and talks forgiveness inmarriage and how this does not mean we do not put boundaries for bad or dangerous behavior.

12/12/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Fr. Francis Hoffman John and Glen talk news and Our Lady of Guadalupe. Martha breaks down the apparitions of Our Lady to Juan Diego and what see tells us through those words. Plus the miraculous nature of the tilma itself. Fr. Rocky talks about Our Lady of Guadalupe and how she is intricately connected to Relevant Radio and the work we are doing.