Morning Air

Father encourages listeners to be truly present with Jesus in Church/Eucharist instead of at home during Christmas season. He notes this is a perfect time to ask others back and try daily mass, confession or adoration if possible. Bruce notes that savings are at an all time high and that some families are switching from 2 income to 1 income household. Bruce explains what your “elevator pitch” should entail and how to craft it to be the most effective in different circumstances.

Sylvia relates the power of music and the skills learned by those who play instruments. Christmas music are usually favorites for all of us. Ashley reveals Pope Francis’ latest message from his Papal Audience, the very expensive Christmas present the US presented to Italy this year and some of the ways Venice and Assisi are preparing for Christmas this year. Kim and Glen imagine what it must have been like for Mary and Joseph as they journeyed through pregnancy and Bethlehem and the birth of the Christ child.

Martha helps us to prepare our hearts for Christ even if we are isolated or alone, knowing that all Jesus wants to give us for Christmas is Himself and the Holy Family. Fr. Jeremy contemplates the reality of trying to keep Jesus at the center of the season and gives practical ways that we can protect Jesus following the example of Joseph and Mary. Fr. reminds us that a personal invitation to those who may not be active in their faith can go along way in bringing the Christ child to others like the shepherds.

Brian explains how abortion pill via mail will make abortion more available to the client, cheaper for the provider, and less safe for the woman. Regulation concerns prior to this change were in place due to the fact that women taking this abortion pill at home had a very high incidence of emergency room usage after taking it. Bishop Cahill runs down the mass schedule in his diocese and what the highlights are for him including moments in his priesthood that standout at Christmas time. Bishop Cahill explains how we can celebrate the Feast of the Holy Innocents and remember all those children young and old that have passed and how those families that have experienced this loss can relate to those first families who lost their son’s to Herod’s slaughter.

John and Glen talk about Pope Francis’ birthday celebrations. Dan talks about how many choose political parties to support and how compromise is important for a bright future for our country and how being Catholic first before political party is the catalyst. Dr. Jim reflects on how humbling ourselves can lead to a great epiphany and growth in life, gaining a fresh perspective. Dr. Jim urges listeners instead of focusing on things that are going wrong, look for the things that are going right.

Dr. Marquez lists and explains several Advent Latino traditions like Villancicos, Novenas and Las Posadas. Gary notes that it is never too late to have a good Advent. Start the day in prayer and never give up bringing the focus back to the true meaning of the season and bring the Lord into the chaos. Bishop breaks down the scene and what we can learn from Mary, Elizabeth, Zechariah and baby John the Baptist.

Bishop Hying mentions the poetic titles brought to the forefront in the advent Season and recommends reflecting on them in the final day of Advent to help prepare us for the coming our Baby Jesus. Fr. Kubicki and John briefly go through the many O Antiphons and explain what they mean and the spiritual benefits we can receive from meditating on them.

Monsignor Shea notes how pouring out our hearts in acts of service helps prepare space in our hearts for the Christ child to find a home this Christmas. Jack explains that when you find the good that another person finds in their argument for a specific topic, you then have an open door to explain the truth and help to see it from a different perspective. Jack shares how important it is to speak with empathy within our own family and how that can transfer to speaking with others and not taking every comment personally like an attack. This strategy breads success and peace.

John and Glen remark on tornado damage in Kentucky and potential cautionary weather around the Midwest. Fr. Marcel breaks down the many prophecies that Jesus fulfills with his birth and life. Harry relates the many positive rewards of silent retreats and why its important to get away and re-center our lives. Caller notes why he recommends silent retreats and goes back every year.

Bishop William recounts the trials and joys of those affected by the tornadoes in Kentucky and what listeners can do to help. Ashley reports on Pope Francis’ papal audience, blessing of Nativity figures, Italy’s low birth rate, and St. Lucy Celebrations. Chris discusses the healthcare lobbying driving up costs. Heath sharing programs help solve issues now, not waiting for Congress.