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Join Fr. Scott Mansfield, Pastor of St. John Vianney and Will Tapia, Director of Development as they give an in depth review of the Gospel from The Second Sunday of Lent: The Beginning of The End.

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Today we finish our conversation with Cynthia O'Connor about her daughter who is a religious sister. We talk about the joy of finding your vocation, Fr. Connolly sings a boy band song, and Cynthia tells us about a panini press that had to be returned because of her daughter's vow of poverty!

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On this week's show, we look at the interesting way in which author Tim Drake brought a childhood memory to life in the beautiful new book The Attic Saint.

About Tim Drake:

Tim Drake serves as executive director of Pacem in Terris Hermitage Retreat Center in Minnesota. An award-winning author and former journalist, he is the author of seven books, including his most recent, a children's illustrated book, "The Attic Saint." He has appeared on numerous radio and television programs. He resides in St. Joseph, Minnesota with his wife and children.

About The Attic Saint:

In "The Attic Saint," Leo and his family have just moved to a strange home in a new city. The house has stained glass windows, steaming radiators, and a cavernous basement. But it also has an attic. In the attic, where the veil between heaven and earth becomes very thin, Leo will form a friendship that transcends both time and space. In "The Attic Saint," a heartening tale for children of all ages, the wisdom and beauty of the Catholic faith shine brilliantly. Author Tim Drake's inspired story is brought to life through Theodore Schluenderfritz's vivid illustrations.

Find The Attic Saint at the Saint Paul Center.

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Episode #64: Terry Modica leads you through an experience of uniting your sufferings to Jesus for your healing and for the healing of others and for their salvation. Learn to identify the various hardships that connect you to the hardships that Jesus suffered. This will unite you to Jesus’ love and compassion more than ever before. Your feelings of hurt, sorrow, and the sting of rejection can tune you into the deep feelings that Jesus has for you. You will be healed by what you do with this episode!

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In this episode apologist, author, and speaker Gary Michuta drops in to discuss the Jehovah's Witnesses.  We discuss their origins, beliefs, and how we can get them thinking about the truths of the Catholic faith.  Gary also has a great cd set on the topic that is put out by Catholic Productions.  Listen to Gary's daily radio program on Virgin Most Powerful Radio.  Also visit his websites at handsonapologetics.com and garymichuta.com.

How often do you reflect on what you said or did?  Without reflection, it is difficult for us to see how and why we do what we do and to learn and grow! Reflections are not just for the mirror, peeps!

Deanna Bartalini, writer, speaker, and retreat leader who just formed the online community An Every Day Catholic, joins the show today. Deanna is no stranger to podcasting, as she’s also the host of Not Lukewarm. She brings a simple, but powerful quote to share:

“All will be well.”

--Julian of Norwich

Even if we’re undecided on how we ought to pronounce “Norwich,” there’s no question as to the importance of taking these words to heart. Read them and more in Julian’s book, Showings, to which Deanna was introduced through her book club.

Learn more about Deanna at her website, http://www.deannabartalini.com/, and find her on Instagram and Facebook. Be sure to check out her new program, An Every Day Catholic Community, too!

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Today, we hear the great story of the Transfiguration which is an icon for us during the Season of Lent.

To read this week's readings, go to: usccb.org

Non-Catholics pose their questions about the Catholic Church.

Questions Covered:

 

02:30 - Why do Catholics believe that Mary is the Queen of Heaven? 

12:44 - Do Catholics believe in the double procession of the Holy Spirit? 

19:41 - During WWII, when people were killed, were they martyrs? 

21:20 - I am a non-religious person. How is religious worship a good thing to do as a means of having a relationship? Why is worship virtuous? 

32:25 - How do Catholics understand Noah’s flood?  

35:52 - Can you explain the perpetual virginity of Mary? 

45:50 - If Christ’s death on the cross was enough for our salvation, why do we need penance or purgatory? 

52:41 - Why do you think Protestantism isn’t the true faith?