Morning Air

12/11/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Burke Masters/ Harry Kraemer John, Glen and Sarah chat about Our Lady of Guadalupe  and the feast tomorrow.  Fr. Burke breaks down the many miraculous things that have been found in the Juan Diego's tilma and how it makes reality that nothing is impossible with God. Harry talks about the importance of making retreat and the benefits of a silent retreat.

12/11/23 6am CT Hour - Emily Jaminet John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Zelensky's trip to US, St. Francis inspired nativity scene at the Vatican and the miraculous tilma of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Emily shares 10 tips on how to stay focused on Jesus this Advent season and save money at the same time.

John Morales engaged in a conversation with Father Esequiel Sanchez about the significant event of Our Lady of Guadalupe's apparitions. This event holds profound importance, especially considering that before 1000 AD, Christianity was nonexistent in the Americas. Father Sanchez, the rector of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines, Illinois, delved deep into the intriguing story and the historical context of these apparitions, aligning with the Nican Mopohua narrative. This story is not just about an uneducated, illiterate man, Juan Diego, but about a historian, a guardian of the people's history, whose powerful memory helped in validating the apparitions. The conversation highlighted the unique timing of these apparitions, coinciding with Europe's turmoil during the Protestant Reformation. What makes Our Lady of Guadalupe's message extraordinary is its focus on love, help, and protection without calling for conversions or foretelling apocalyptic events. She sought to build a sanctuary for everyone – natives, Spaniards, Africans, mestizos – under her maternal care. Father Sanchez pointed out the global impact of these apparitions, evident from the widespread devotion across continents. The emotional, personal stories of faith, like that of a father undertaking a painful penance for his sick daughter, show the deep, personal connection devotees have with Our Lady of Guadalupe.

12/8/23 6am CT Hour - William Albrecht/ Peter Atkinson/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John and Glen chat about Hunter Biden indictment and first day of Hanukkah William explains where we find the Immaculate Conception in the scripture and Sacred Tradition. Peter shares the story of St. Juan Diego and how the Merry Beggars are trying to illuminate the lives of the Saints of our faith to inspire us. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on the readings for the second Sunday of Advent.

12/8/23 7am CT Hour - Monsignor Stephen Rossetti/ Fr Esequiel Sanchez John and Glen chat about Hunter Biden indictment, dedication of the Relevant Radio chapel and Glen's miraculous journey. Monsignor talks suicide amongst our youngest and how to talk to them this time of year about what they are seeing and feeling on this subject.  Fr. Esequiel explains the Nico Mopohua: story of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the apparitions to Juan Diego.

12/7/23 6am CT Hour - Peter Searby/ Eric Scheidler John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Republican debate, Jun Soto Yankee trade and play What's That Sound. Peter shares his passion for helping young boys flourish with adventure and imagination as they grow into manhood. Eric talks about the "Peace in the Womb" project where pro-lifers sing Christmas carols near abortion clinics to help women choose life. For a sign of your own, call 630-896-1200 / https://prolifeaction.org/

12/7/23 7am CT Hour - Bishop Edward Scharfenberger/ Fr. James Kubicki John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Republican debate, Juan Soto trade to Yankees and play What's That Sound. Bishop Scharfenberger shares some ways that you can pray and reflect this Advent season to make room for Christ and grow throughout the season. Fr. Kubicki explains the dogma of Mary's Immaculate Conception and how God was able to give this gift to her before his death on the cross.

12/6/23 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Fr. Rajeev Valliyaveettil John, Glen and Sarah give an update on war in Israel/Hamas, Trump's town hall, upcoming Republican debate and the protocol for St. Nick's feast day. Ashley reports on the Pope's general weekly audience, immaculate conception in Italy, the featured nativity set in honor of St. Francis at the Vatican and the celebration of St. Nicolas. Fr. Rajeev explains his journey to priesthood in the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church and what this rite of the Catholic Church is and it's history in the USA.

12/6/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah give an update on the war, Trump's town hall, Republican debate and talk about St. Nick traditions and protocols. Fr. Marcel talks St. Nick, who he was in real life and how the tradition of Santa Claus was born from his story. Dave breaks down the 6 "forks" in the road in life that can either lead us into success or failure and the importance of making a decision.

12/5/23 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Doug Hinderer John and Glen update on the war in Israel, chat about football and Santa putting out a fire. Mark warns parents about a new iPhone update that defaults to share contact info easily with strangers and how to turn it off. Doug shares how our spouse's defaults are not really bad but ways to help us to work on virtue and exercise the forgiveness that God asks of us.