Candid Catholic Convos

In this episode, Eric Failing, executive director of the PA Catholic Conference, discusses the importance of faith, prayer, and humility in navigating post-election challenges for Catholics. He emphasizes the role of adoration, understanding God's will, and maintaining focus on Christ beyond politics.

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 46:10

ST. SPOTLIGHT: St. Oscar Romero

RESOURCES: www.hbgdiocese.org/voter-resources

Author, musician, and comedian Chris Padgett shares his inspiring journey to Catholicism, the importance of authenticity in faith, and how joy and suffering are intertwined in the Christian life. This episode offers practical insights for parents, youth, and anyone seeking a deeper relationship with Jesus.

SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 12:9

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Pier Giorgio Frassati

RESOURCES:

Christ the King Celebration of Youth Event - https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/christ-the-king-celebration-of-youth/

Chris Padgett Website - https://chrispadgett.com/

In this episode, Gary Gasse of Coronation Studios shares his journey from childhood filmmaking to creating faith-based films, including the upcoming feature 'The Shepherd' about Blessed Stanley Rother. We explore how faith influences storytelling, the challenges of balancing commercial and artistic goals, and the importance of authentic human portrayals of saints.

SCRIPTURE: John 10:11

RESOURCES:

https://rothermovie.com/

https://www.coronationmedia.com/

Faith is a journey, and for Dori and Dale Ludwig, that journey to Catholicism lasted over 30 years! Listen as they share their experiences with Catholic education, the Catholic faith, and the home they found at Holy Spirit Parish in Palmyra.

SCRIPTURE: Luke 15:17-20

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Augustine of Hippo

In this episode, Mary Harper shares how faith and fashion intertwine through the lens of liturgical style, the significance of textiles and colors in scripture, and how saints' clothing reveals their virtues. Discover practical tips for intentional dressing and how to see everyday fashion as a form of prayer and encounter with God.

SCRIPTURE: Colossians 3:12

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Carlo Acutis

RESOURCES:

Website - https://www.liturgicalstyle.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/liturgicalstyle

In this week’s episode, our producer/director of communications, Rachel Bryson, joins Bishop Timothy Senior to continue our deep dive into his Pastoral Vision for the Diocese, this time focusing on vocations.

RESOURCES: Pastoral-Letter-Digital-Booklet.pdf

In this week's episode, we're joined by Sr. Allison Regina Gliot, a daughter of St. Paul and author of the In Aeternum trilogy that has taken the literary world by storm. She has a unique connection to the Diocese of Harrisburg and an even more unique way to evangelize: with Vampire novels.

SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinithians 12:4-5

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. John of the Cross

RESOURCES:

Website:https://gliot.pauline.org/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAadXuteLMs8AQ42l94FujBFLqOxqxiQcnYqJ1NDTDrwsWHjcmlcDFg-0zP7lTg_aem_Yy8ConQUr9VBqOFP9yn8Zg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sister_allison/?hl=en

In this week's episode, Father John Bateman, pastor at St. Joseph Parish in Mechanicsburg, dives deep into the ordinary life of the extraordinary Saint Pio of Pietrelcina (a.k.a Padre Pio) and why his first-class relic's arrival as a permanent installation in St. Joseph Parish matters for Catholics today.

SCRIPTURE REFLECTION: Galatians 2:20

RESOURCES: The presentation of the Chapel of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina and a Mass in honor of Saint Pio will be celebrated by Bishop Timothy Senior on Wednesday, September 23 at 6:30 PM. All are welcome! Details on the chapel and the Mass are available at stjosephmech.org/chapel-of-saint-pio.

In this episode, Anne Kertz Kernion (speaker at this year’s Diocesan Women’s Conference) explains why small daily habits matter more than chasing extraordinary spiritual experiences, and she offers simple ways busy parents, teachers, and working adults can stay aware of God throughout the day.

SCRIPTURE REFLECTION: Matthew 6:6

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: Saint Brother Lawrence

RESOURCES:

Registration is NOW OPEN! Save the date! The 2026 Women’s Conference will be on Saturday, October 17. This year’s theme is “Look to the Lord.” The day will feature speakers (including Anne!), Adoration, lunch, the Holy Mass, and more! For details, visit https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/womens-conference/

In this episode, Teri Love shares her journey from Nevada to Pennsylvania, her conversion to Catholicism, and how her faith influences her approach to therapy. We explore the integration of faith and mental health, the importance of prayer alongside professional counseling, and practical steps for healing family wounds.

SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 5:7

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Zelie Martin

Resources:

Registration is NOW OPEN! Save the date! The 2026 Women’s Conference will be on Saturday, October 17. This year’s theme is “Look to the Lord.” The day will feature speakers (including Teri!), Adoration, lunch, the Holy Mass, and more! For details, visit https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/womens-conference/