Morning Air

7/24/823 7am CT Hour - Fr. Thomas Petri/ Kendra Von Esh John, Glen and Sarah chat about Twitter's name change, Baseball players inducted into Hall of Fame and tell some jokes. Fr. Thomas looks back on the life of St. Thomas Aquinas and his contributions to the Church and Dominican order along with his 700th Anniversary of canonization. Kendra shares how humility and God's grace can help us in the present moment when we need to overcome addictions and bad habits.

7/21/23 6am CT Hour - Kim Morgan/ Carrie Gress/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg Kim shares some tips on helping our young adult children fail and grow in order to be ready for college and beyond. Carrie breaks down her book about how breaking down a patriarchy can have negative effects for women and the keys to "having it all" as a women in today's society. https://www.amazon.com/End-Woman-Smashing-Patriarchy-Destroyed/dp/1685924212 Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's gospel inviting listeners to find out what we are letting into our lives and discerning if it helping us or hurting us.

7/21/23 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Laura Elm Glen and Sarah talk about Willy Wonka birthday parties. Mary breaks down what over the counter birth control has been approved by the FDA and the concerns we should have concerning women and potential unborn life. Laura shares the work her ministry does providing counseling and proper burial for those children who pass from IVF laboratories. https://sacredheartguardians.org/

7/20/23 6am CT Hour - Annabelle Moseley/ Sr. "B" Brittany Harrison John, Glen and Sarah chat about IRS whistleblower, Powerball winner, heat and play "What's That Sound". Annabelle explains who the apostle to the apostle is and how growing in relationship with her will help you find the blessings of the Precious Blood this July. Sister B shares how a little creativity and sunshine in the Salesian summer camps are helping kids to realize there is tons of fun outside of a screen. Summer Fun - Salesian Sisters of Saint John Bosco 877-OUR-NUNS

7/20/23 7am CT Hour - Bishop Donald Hying/ Fr. James Kubicki John, Glen and Sarah chat about latest news stories and play "What's that Sound". Bishop Hying explores the relationship Jesus had with Mary Magdalene and how she opened her heart to the Lord and change for the better. Fr. Kubicki talks about the 3rd Annual Day for Grandparents and our relationship with grandparents and how they teach us the faith and about life.

7/19/23 6am CT Hour - Juan Carlos Sanchez/ Ashley Noronha/ Joe Boland John, glen and Sarh chat about Trump investigation into January 6th, heatwave in southwest, baseball records and National Hotdog Day. Juan Carlos explains why it's important to understand the signs for mental health issues when it comes to kids. Ashley reports on Italy's extreme heat, Pope Francis talking to children about saints, celebrating Our Lady of Mount Carmel and more. Joe shares how despite the many challenges facing the Church in Puerto Rico they have a resilience and joy that holds them to the cross and faith.

7/19/23 7am CT Hour - Kate Wicker/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Eucharistic Congress, Trump Investigation, weather, baseball and National Hot Dog Day. Kate talks about some summertime manners we should try to instill in our kids. Dave gives the 5 keys you'll need to have influence.

<iframe src="https://omny.fm/shows/morning-air/five-things-every-couple-should-know-before-gettin/embed?style=artwork" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write" width="100%" height="180" frameborder="0" title="Five Things Every Couple Should Know Before Getting Married (Special Podcast Highlight)"></iframe> In this interview, host John Morales speaks with licensed marriage and family therapist, Doug Hinderer, about the top five things couples should know before getting married. Doug, who has been married for over 42 years, shares his insights based on his extensive experience working with couples. The first important point Doug emphasizes is the need to understand and accept each other's flaws and defects. He advises couples to identify and discuss these potential challenges before getting married, as it is essential to marry someone whose defects you can live with. He suggests seeking input from family and friends who may provide valuable perspectives. The second point centers around understanding how your future spouse expresses love. Doug references C.S. Lewis's four different loves: friendship (philia), gentleness and kindness (storge), physical expressions of love (eros), and sacrificial, unconditional love (agape). He advises couples to assess how their partner demonstrates these forms of love and to ensure compatibility in each area. The third topic discussed is a conversation about how each partner feels about divorce. Doug highlights the importance of understanding each other's views on divorce and exploring the circumstances under which divorce may be considered acceptable. This conversation helps couples assess their commitment to the marriage and their readiness to face challenges. Money becomes the focus of the fourth point. Doug explains that individuals generally fall into two categories: spenders and savers. He highlights the potential conflicts that can arise when spenders marry savers and advises couples to openly discuss their attitudes toward money, spending habits, and financial goals to find alignment. The final point addresses the couple's thoughts on having children. Doug emphasizes that openness to life should be aligned and that children should be seen as a purpose of marriage. Couples should discuss how many children they desire and be open to God's plan for their family. He emphasizes the importance of viewing children as a gift and a participation in God's act of creation. Throughout the interview, Doug provides practical advice and encourages couples to engage in open and honest conversations about these crucial topics before tying the knot. He also mentions his upcoming marriage prep workshop.

7/18/23 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Bishop Brendan Cahill John, Glen and Sarah chat about the court challenge to Iowa's heartbeat bill on abortion, extreme heat in southwest and the lack of winner for Powerball. Mark explains what the new social media platform Threads is and how it compares to Twitter. Bishop Cahill shares the history and importance of Black Catholic history in the United States and the upcoming National Black Catholic Congress. https://nbccongress.org/

8/17/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht John, Glen and Sarah chat about the court appeal against the Iowa abortion ban, heat in southwestern United States and the Powerball still up for grabs. Martha shares what we learn from the apostle to the apostles and how we can be like her in our life. William answers objection people often have against the true presence of Jesus in the Eucharist and takes caller questions.