Morning Air

6/10/24 6am CT Hour - Sr. Mary Teresa Bettag/ Fr. Mario Amore   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Donald Trump on the campaign trail, Supreme Court pending case results release, NBA Finals, and NEC Pilgrimage Update. Sr. Mary Teresa talks about the promises of graduation speeches that we can take on the world and what Jesus actually promises us. Fr. Mario discusses his discernment of the priesthood and how adoration really played a strong part. He talks about why we all should make time for Jesus in this way.

6/10/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. John Gordon/ Mayra Rodriguez   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Donald Trump on the campaign trail, Supreme Court pending case results release, NBA Finals, and NEC Pilgrimage Update. Fr. Gordon shares some tips on how to guard against routine when it comes to the mass, adoration and more. Mayra breaks down the "reproductive clinic" set to open in NM near the border of Texas and what this facility will really be used for.

6/7/24 6am CT Hour - Fr. Bob Pagliari/ Gracie Jagla/ bishop Daniel Mueggenborg   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden in France, Trump to announce VP pick soon, NBA Finals, NEC Pilgrimage Update and last Wheel of Fortune with Pat Sajak. Fr. Bob shares a charming story of the importance of fathers. Gracie talks about how to start praying the rosary with your family (of all ages) and why not perfect is perfect for God. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's Gospel and offers his thoughts on it's meaning in our life today.

6/7/24 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Carol and Pete Tomaselli   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden in France, NBA Finals, NEC Pilgrimage Update and last Wheel of Fortune with Pat Sajak. Mary breaks down what happened to a couple in Texas who had trouble getting treatment after a miscarriage and what Texas law allows in those instances. Carol and Pete discuss how you know if you are a critic and what to do about it so your marriage can improve.

6/6/24 6am CT Hour - Fr. Mark Bernhard/ Colin & Aimee Maclver   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Pope Francis comments on D-Day Anniversary, NBA Finals start, NEC Pilgrimage Update and play What's That Sound. Fr. Mark talks about the challenges of temptation and how to battle the beast in our own hearts. Colin and Aimee shares how we can talk about Pride Month with our middle schoolers and bring Theology of the Body into the equation.

6/6/24 7am CT Hour - Laura DeMaria/ Tim Schmalz   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Pope Francis comments on D-Day Anniversary, NBA Finals start, NEC Pilgrimage Update and play What's That Sound. Laura shares how her life changed in a good way after the birth of her first child. Tim explains how and why he created sculptures for the National Eucharistic Congress this July. https://timothypaulschmalz.com/

How often do you think about heaven? How do you picture it? Does it fill you with immense peace?   John Morales has a heavenly discussion with Fr. Jerome Koutnik, exploring the nature of heaven. Spoiler alert: it’s not the soda-fountain-in-the-clouds you might have imagined as a kid!    A Spiritual Dimension Fr. Jerome helps us understand that heaven isn't a physical location. Instead, it's a transcendent reality. St. Paul hints at this in 1 Corinthians 2:9, describing heaven as something beyond our wildest dreams.   Jesus' Ascension: A Physical Event with a Spiritual Meaning When Jesus ascended, it wasn't about reaching a physical "place" but symbolizing a higher, glorified existence. He rose to confirm the apostles' faith, showing that His presence isn't confined to physical realms.   Heavenly Presence: Beyond Time and Space Fr. Jerome emphasizes that while heaven isn't a physical place, Jesus' risen body and the bodies of Mary and St. Joseph are present there in a glorified form. They move beyond physical constraints, embodying a spiritual reality that transcends our earthly understanding.   Mass: A Glimpse of Heaven on Earth Fr. Jerome beautifully connects this concept to the Mass. It's not just a local gathering; it’s a mystical participation in the eternal, heavenly liturgy. Through the Eucharist, heaven and earth unite, making every Mass a step into the divine.   Heaven: In the Heart of Christ For those still wondering, “Where is heaven?” Fr. Jerome poetically concludes: heaven is in the heart of Christ. It's a place of eternal love and mercy, where we’re invited to dwell forever.    Are you living for heaven now on Earth?    Key Takeaways:   Heaven isn’t a physical place: It’s a transcendent reality.   Jesus' ascension: Symbolic of moving to a glorified existence.   Presence in heaven: Not bound by physical limitations.   Mass: A mystical participation in the heavenly liturgy.

6/5/24 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Fr. Chris Argano   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's immigration executive action, NEC Pilgrimage Update and rare Boba Fett action figure. Ashley reports on Pope Francis' Weekly General Audience, Nutella Ice Cream and feast days. Fr. Chris explains why it's imperative for the laity to pray for priests.

6/5/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's immigration executive action and give a NEC Pilgrimage Update. Fr. Marcel shares how living a life of sin without the sacraments can block grace from God. Dave explains leadership styles and when to use them.

6/4/24 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Oscar Delgado   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's executive order at the border, heatwave on west coast, update on the NEC Pilgrimage and National Cheese Day. Mark previews down Apple's World Wide Developer Community conference 2024. Oscar talks about the new film, Jesus Thirsts, and why we should all support Catholic movies like this.