Catholic Views

How does a Muslim become a Catholic? This week Fr. Desmond Murtala shares his story of conversion and how the many graces of God in his life led him to the Catholic Church. He’s a new priest to our diocese, and his story is one of being obedient to God, even when it’s difficult and most unexpected. Don’t miss his fascinating story!

Is your marriage feeling a bit rough lately? Could it use a tune up? Dr. Ray Guarendi joins Catholic Views to share his small changes that bring about big results in a marriage. Dr. Ray brings his wit and humor along with him (are they ever absent?), so be sure to listen in! And visit drray.com to check out the books mentioned in the interview.

A father’s love for his children runs deep. This week we hear the story of Tom Vander Woude from his son Chris. Tom, who was born and raised in our diocese, died a heroic death saving the life of his youngest child. Now there is an effort to open his cause for sainthood. Join us to find out about Tom’s faith and heroic death.

The Bishop Dudley Hospitality House (BDHH) is adding new programs to continue serving the homeless in our community, and Executive Director Madeline Shields joins us to share the fruits of their efforts. Want to help support BDHH and have a great date night? The Taste the Goodness event is coming up on Aug. 2 in Sioux Falls! Grab your tickets and learn more at ccfesd.org/events!

Is there a way to plan our families and respect our bodies? Yes, there is! Sandy Petree shares some of the basics of Natural Family Planning during NFP Week. Find out how you can deepen your marriage and cooperate with God’s plan for your lives through Natural Family Planning.

Our lives have definite moments of sacrifice and change, sometimes at the same time. How do we navigate them? Jeff and Lois Heron join us to share how they are navigating some major life changes, and how they’re leaning on God to get them through it all.

Is Marie Weller our biggest fan or our own personal stalker? She would say “Fan, yes! Stalker, no!” You might be Marie’s biggest fan after hearing about her faith journey and how she’s out there sharing Jesus with other young people in her life. Be inspired by her joy and bubbly personality!

Fr. Gerald Thornton is in the hotseat! Get to know our newest priest: How did he get his call? What is he most excited about? What would he tell a young man interested in becoming a priest? Join us to hear all about Fr. Thornton!

Ian Carter was a regular Catholic, then he went to college and set his faith aside. What brought him back? His future wife! Join us to find out how he got both the girl and a restored Catholic faith that has brought him all the way to leading the OCIA program at the cathedral. Ian grew closer to Jesus by spending time in prayer getting to know his Savior. Don’t miss it!

Ever wondered what it’s like to sponsor a stranger in the OCIA program? Join us to hear the conversion story of Connie Bitner and how her sponsor, Ruth Bordewyk, walked with her as she made her way into the Church. From strangers to close friends, these two women opened their hearts to God and to each other to grow in their Catholic faith.