Morning Air

Mary breaks down the facts of this case and dismisses rumors and speculation about the case. She addresses the morality of self defense based on Catholic teaching. Dr. Schroeder reiterates the importance in clear communication in our relationships and lives and asks listeners to question how empathetic and effective their communication skills are. Khaled explains the difference between vacations and pilgrimages and tells listeners what to expect when going to the Holy Land or other spiritual destinations.

Hector explains the importance of the final feast day in the liturgical calendar for Catholics, Christ the King, and relays why Mary is considered the Queen Mother. Gary expounds on how we can train ourselves to be more grateful and not take everyday conveniences and pleasures for granted. He notes the peace that is found when we master this. Bishop Mueggenborg describes Jesus’ encounter with Pilate and talks about how faith in Jesus is intellectual and practical. If we listen with the intent to be conformed and follow the Lord we will know the Truth.

Pablo gives a live report on the ground from the USCCB’s general assembly meeting on the passage of the Eucharistic document “Mystery of the Eucharist” and relays consensus and comradery of the Bishops finally able to have their meeting in person this year. He gives details on the upcoming 3 year Eucharistic revival and some of the challenges the bishops discussed getting that off the ground. Fr. Kubicki recounts the life of St. Rose and the many challenges she and those still ministering to the Native Lakota people of South Dakota face when trying to evangelize and help the good will of all those in their care.

Monsignor explains the history of this Annual Prayer Day at the University of Mary and the joy of having guest speakers like Kathryn Jean Lopez at this event. Kathryn reveals her main talking points on prayer and says we need to be guarded that we are not waiting to prayer until we accomplish something but rather go to God now giving Him our success and misses so we can ask for guidance and support along the way. She mentions St. Gertrude and her prayer example. Steve breaks down the history of the Crusades and the many misconceptions that surround it. He notes that this was a response from Pope Urban from the Christians of the Holy Land who were being persecuted by an invading Muslim army. The Crusades were not perfect and there were people who acted in ways less than ideal but it was a defensive attack not offensive.

John and Glen discuss the latest on the USCCB Bishops conference and Archbishop Gomez’s comments and mention that deliberations continue on the Kyle Rittenhouse case in Wisconsin. Fr. Marcel explains what intercessory prayer is and what Catholics believe when it comes to the Communion of saints. He encourages listeners to intercede as an act of charity on behalf of all those we encounter. Harry breaks down the qualities that a leader possesses and expresses that anyone can become a leader in the workplace even if you are not the boss by expressing these qualities with co-workers.

Omar breaks down the Archbishops comments in context and explains why we need to fight against the false religions (wokeness) in our culture. He notes that while there is some good in the social justice part of these cultural religions, they do not lead to full truth and freedom. Ashley recaps Pope Francis’ dissertation on St. Joseph, who he is, what we can learn from him and why he is a man relevant today. Ashley speaks on Pope Emeritus Benedict honoring those who received the Ratzinger Award, the latest in the Vatican finance trial, Flooding in Sicily and the creators of tiramisu that recently passed away.

Martha continues her conversation with John about how God is our loving father and explains some of the reasons why. God allows consequences for our actions and yet still is there to release us from the bondage of our sins. Its never too late Peter talks with John about the Merry Beggars, a new radio program on Relevant Radio that doesn’t sacrifice morals for quality. https://relevantradio.com/listen/the-merry-beggars/

Annabelle gives listeners some tips on how to make Thanksgiving more holy and balanced. Find out more at https://amazingcatechists.com/tag/bethany-plan/ Brendan reveals the reason The Pillar came up with this survey and the results on why those raised Catholic continue to practice their faith and why they leave the Church for another religion or none at all.

John and Glen update listeners on the news over the weekend and coming up today. Dr. Castle explains how easy it is to evangelize through the Life Runners ministry. He mentions how seeing the dignity of human life in the tiniest cells of a child in the womb is similar to seeing Christ in the Eucharist and updates listeners on Life Runner’s latest escapades including climbing Mt Kilimanjaro. Marcel mentions the dynamic that to be holy you must evangelize and to evangelize you must be holy. He notes that when you are truly in love you can not help but share that love with others and it will change the way you act. Our love for God must be at that level. We need to do more than stop doing “bad things” but start doing “good things”.

John and Glen discuss the weather, Rittenhouse case and more. Andrea gives a brief history of the court case that sparked the Supreme Court Case and poses the pros and cons of having a chaplain of some sort in the room with a person during execution. Dr. Meaney explains the Catholic Churches teaching on IVF, the process involved in this procedure and the common complications and abuses that can take place.