Deacon Al leads Good News on Catholic Spirit Radio for teens and almost-teens, exploring how the Gospel applies to everyday life. In this episode he prepares listeners for Palm Sunday and Holy Week, reads the Passion according to Mark, and reflects on the depth of Christ’s sacrifice.

He also discusses leadership as service, shares insights from his confirmation students about the reality of crucifixion, and invites listeners to submit questions about faith and religion.

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Bob Johnston and his wife Lynn discuss the Insurrection Act and the constitutional authority of the U.S. presidency, tracing its roots from George Washington and the Whiskey/Shays rebellions through Lincoln, Little Rock, and modern enforcement actions.

They draw a parallel between the presidency’s decisive, tradition-rooted authority and the hierarchical tradition of the Catholic Church, addressing contemporary disputes over federal immigration enforcement and the “No Kings” movement.

The episode closes with a call to pray for the nation and support Catholic Spirit Radio, including upcoming Care a thon fundraising details.

Catholic Conversations on Catholic Spirit Radio with David Liptak features Fr. Leo Joseph, pastor-director of the Shrine of St. Joseph and national head of the Pious Union of St. Joseph, discussing the shrine’s history, mission, and outreach to the sick and dying.

Father Leo explains how to join the Pious Union, enroll Gregorian and other Masses, and offers seven practical bedside prayers and devotions to bring peace and spiritual presence at the end of life.

Deacon Al mixes personal stories—starting a GLP-1 weight-loss regimen, family moments, and ministry updates like OCIA candidates and a Cursillo retreat—with reflections on this weekend's Mass readings.

He focuses on John’s account of the man born blind as a Lenten reminder that Christ brings us from darkness into light and invites listeners to examine and deepen their faith.

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Bob and Lynn Johnston examine R.R. Reno’s article on Christian nationalism and a New Oxford Review piece diagnosing modern "progressive religion" as a neo-Gnostic force reshaping schools, media, and family life. They argue the Church must shift from Christendom mode to an apostolic approach to rebuild faith and resist cultural decline.

The episode covers media influence, education, declining marriage and civic virtue, and ends with a call to stand firm in Christian truth and renewed evangelization.

Deacon Al Lundy welcomes listeners to Good News on Catholic Spirit Radio, announces the station’s 15th anniversary open house, and offers a brief Lenten reflection focused on prayer, almsgiving, and fasting.

The episode reviews the third Sunday of Lent readings (Exodus, Romans, and the Gospel of John), highlighting the theme of water, baptism, and spiritual thirst through the story of the Woman at the Well.

Deacon Al shares a personal reflection about facing upcoming surgery, urging listeners to trust God, “be not afraid,” and deepen their baptismal life, then invites listeners to celebrate the anniversary and use the station app.

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Host Stan Ketcik interviews the founder and longtime volunteers about the origins and growth of Catholic Spirit Radio, from a small low-power station to a 16-station network inspired by Mother Angelica. Bishops’ greetings, listener support, and the role of dedicated volunteers are highlighted throughout the episode.

The episode also outlines anniversary events, fundraising efforts, volunteer opportunities, and future plans including station expansions, a gala, and community outreach, emphasizing prayer, providence, and continued service to listeners.

Host David Liptak interviews Susan Tassone, EWTN’s all-time best-selling author, about her decades of research on purgatory and Saint Faustina. They discuss practical ways to help the Holy Souls—Masses, Rosary, adoration, fasting—and the spiritual power of confession and the Eucharist.

Tassone explains Faustina’s teachings on suffering, mercy, and the passion of Christ, and offers guidance for observing Lent and offering daily sacrifices. She also highlights her award-winning children’s book that introduces purgatory and heaven to young readers in a gentle, hopeful way.

This episode blends theology with pastoral advice: how prayer benefits souls in purgatory and in heaven, how to cope with trials, and concrete steps listeners can take during Lent to grow in mercy and charity.

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Deacon Al shares personal stories—from backyard wildlife and a fussy nightstand build to a new bicuspid aortic valve diagnosis and possible TAVR procedure—while reflecting on trust in God during illness.

He also highlights the surge of RCIA converts, explains the Second Sunday of Lent readings (Abraham, Paul to Timothy, the Transfiguration), and invites listeners to encounter Christ through the sacraments, prayer, and Lenten practices.

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Bob Johnston and his wife Lynn discuss R.R. Reno’s First Things article arguing that renewed Christian influence—rooted in church, family, and moral teaching—can help restore national solidarity, civic virtue, and a culture of freedom.

The episode explores themes like original sin, divine providence, the limits of political power, parental authority in education, and the distinction between Christian influence and theocracy.