Fr. Jim Bream joins us this week to tell us how he became a priest and what it has been like to be a priest for almost 60 years. He tells it like it is and still has great love for the people of the diocese.

If you love conversion stories, you’re going to love this week’s Catholic Views! Aria Webster is making her way into the Catholic Church and will be confirmed this Easter (2024). Join us to hear this young woman’s remarkable story of listening to God, even when it’s difficult.

Have you sometimes questioned those who have authority over you? I think we all have! This week, Dr. Chris Burgwald and Fr. Andrew Dickinson join Catholic Views to explain obedience and conscience and how the two work together. This is a can’t miss episode!

Earl Markley joins Catholic Views this week. You might know him if you’ve ever seen the Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit in our diocese. Earl shares what he’s seen as he has traveled the diocese with the exhibit and a bit about his pro-life work. He’s truly one of the nicest guys you’ll ever come across! Join us to get to know him.

The new president of the Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota is here! If you don’t know Tony Menke, he tells us how he ended up here, what his faith journey has been like, and what his plans are for the future of the Foundation. He’s a transplant from Minnesota, but now a South Dakotan through and through with a beautiful faith he loves to share. Join us!

Fr. Scott Traynor is back, this time to talk about prayer. Seems simple, right? It is simple, but we usually underestimate its importance and power in our lives. Fr. Scott discusses what prayer is, why it matters and some types of prayer. And, he’s offering an awesome class on prayer that could change your life! Join us!

Mark Conzemius is retiring after almost 30 years as the president of the Catholic Community Foundation. He stopped by Catholic Views on his last day to share his thoughts and the many accomplishments that have helped build the Catholic Church in Eastern South Dakota. Join us to say goodbye!

Dr. Chris Burgwald opens the new year on Catholic Views by leading us on a deep dive of the Epiphany. This solemnity isn’t only about the three magi. Join us!

Fr. Scott Traynor is back, this time to talk about prayer. Seems simple, right? It is simple, but we usually underestimate its importance and power in our lives. Fr. Scott discusses what prayer is, why it matters and some types of prayer. And, he’s offering an awesome class on prayer that could change your life! Join us!

Fr. Mike Wensing stops by to discuss the Incarnation and Christmas. About midway through, he offers a thought from another priest about the Incarnation and the Eucharist that was a complete revelation! Join us to see if you catch it, too.