As part of our "Know the Mass" series, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine explore the four main purposes for which Mass is celebrated. These purposes are: to adore God, to thank God, to ask God for His blessings on all men, and to make up to Him for the sins committed against Him.

As we welcome a new month, we also celebrate a new saint to honor in our series. This time, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine delve into the life of St. Margaret of Cortona, affectionately known as the Franciscan Magdalene. They explore her inspiring journey, reflecting on her deep faith, dedication to the poor, and her role within the Franciscan tradition, inviting us to learn more about her remarkable contributions to spirituality and community.

If you would like a copy of the book, The Revelations of St. Margaret of Cortona, you can email Sister Catherine: [email protected]

If you are interested in a copy of the Hours of the Passion booklet, you can email Father Anthony: [email protected]

St. Margaret of Cortona, pray for us!

In the premiere of our Know the Mass series, we examine the fundamental necessity of sacrifice.

Link to the My Catholic Faith:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyF08rpiAao

If you are interested in the pdf of the book, The Greatest Treasure, you can email:

[email protected]

This episode was first released on January 27, 2023.

This bonus episode kicks off a new monthly series: The Pursuit of Virtue. Every month, we will discuss a virtue and provide guidance on how to obtain it.

In this much-anticipated episode, Sister Catherine interviews His Excellency Bishop Giles Butler, OFM DD. You will learn about his childhood, his decision to enter the seminary, and some of his favorite things!

Welcome to a new series! Each month, we will explore the lives of the many wonderful saints in the Catholic Church.

In this episode, we focus on a beloved figure: St. John Bosco. From a very young age, he desired not only to become a priest but also to help young boys and men grow to become children of God. Don't worry—there is someone connected to St. John Bosco who also worked to support young girls and women during that time. Tune in to this episode to find out more!

Here is the link to the movie we mentioned:

https://youtu.be/ltWjqmxxBK8?si=ikjsodSBQHKMiVof

Serve the Lord joyfully!

Happy New Year to our listeners! In this episode, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine recap the events of 2025 and share what they are looking forward to in 2026. They also discuss the Feast of the Circumcision of Our Lord, guided by the written Sunday Sermon from Bishop Giles Butler, OFM DD.

Throughout the episode, they explore the profound significance of the Circumcision of Christ and the bestowing of His Holy Name. We delve into the "continual sacrifices" Jesus made from infancy and discuss how our own vows— in marriage, religious life, single life and Baptism — allow us to spiritually participate in His hidden Divinity.

Link to Bishop Giles' Sermon:

http://friarsminor.org/sermons/23circumcision.html

This episode was first released in December 2022.

In this episode, we discuss Christmas! We talk about how to get inspiration from this Holy Season. We even talk about our favorite memories, traditions, songs, and more!

In this episode, Bishop Giles and Sister Catherine talk about Ember Days. They explain the history of these days and how they can help us grow spiritually. They discuss the importance of fasting and reflection during this time and how these practices can deepen our faith and enhance our spiritual lives.

Pax et Bonum! In this episode, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine talk about what makes a bad example and how it can lead to scandal, especially in relation to sins against charity. They discuss how negative actions can mislead others and cause harm.

Deo Gratias!