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Connecting the Diocese is one of the ways the Diocese of La Crosse seeks to facilitate encounters with Christ through stories of truth, beauty, and goodness. Produced in conjunction with Relevant Radi... more
FAQs about Connecting the Diocese:How many episodes does Connecting the Diocese have?The podcast currently has 379 episodes available.
April 19, 2025From Darkness to Light: A Powerful Easter JourneyStep into the transformative world of the Easter Vigil Mass, where darkness gives way to radiant light, symbolizing Christ’s triumphant resurrection. In this enlightening episode, Monsignor Steve Kachel shares touching personal memories of Easter celebrations and unpacks the profound symbolism woven throughout the Easter liturgy. Journey through the powerful imagery of the Easter candle procession, […]...more1hPlay
April 12, 2025Finding God in the ChaseDiscover how a timeless poem about God’s relentless pursuit of the human soul intersects with one seminarian’s remarkable path to priesthood. Kyle Lang, currently studying in Rome, shares his transformative journey from a Catholic family in West Salem to the heart of the universal Church. Through the lens of Francis Thompson’s “The Hound of Heaven,” […]...more1hPlay
April 05, 2025The Sacred Power of Chrism: Understanding the Holy Oils of the Catholic ChurchDiscover the fascinating world of chrism oil, a sacred mixture of olive oil and fragrant essence that plays a pivotal role in Catholic liturgical traditions. From the dramatic moment when a bishop breathes into the oil during consecration to its use in transforming ordinary objects and people into sacred vessels of Christ’s presence, this episode […]...more1hPlay
March 29, 2025Sister Thea Bowman: Breaking Barriers in Catholic FaithFrom being the first African American member of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration to becoming a powerful voice for racial justice in the Catholic Church, Sister Thea Bowman’s story is one of extraordinary courage and transformation. Despite facing initial skepticism and racism, her vibrant spirit and unwavering faith helped forge a new path for […]...more1hPlay
March 22, 2025Bishop Battersby’s Encounter with Jesus: From Grotto to GraceJourney into an extraordinary moment as Bishop Gerard Battersby shares his unexpected encounter with Jesus Christ during prayer. In a powerful testimony, he recounts being spiritually transported to a grotto where Christ embraced him and whispered, “I’ve been waiting for you.” This transformative experience deepened the Bishop’s understanding of Christ’s presence in the Eucharist and […]...more1hPlay
March 15, 2025You can help make a saint!We’re looking back at the life and legacy of Father Joseph Walijewski. He founded Casa Hogar Juan Pablo II, an orphanage in Peru. By asking his intercession you can help him become a saint! Learn more: https://frjoesguild.org/ Airdate: 03/15/2025...more1hPlay
March 08, 2025How to evangelize during LentKevin Decker wasn’t raised Catholic but now he is using lessons learned from being a FOCUS Missionary and a Parish Mission Associate at the Cathedral to bring you closer to Christ. Airdate: 3/8/25...more1hPlay
March 01, 2025A Personal ApproachAirdate 3/1/25Find out how FOCUS changes lives one at a time...more1hPlay
February 22, 2025Men Of The CrossAirdate 2/22/25 Save the date: March 8th! Find out why....more1hPlay
February 15, 2025A Hometown MartyrAirdate 2/15/25 We remember a local man killed while serving in his vocation....more1hPlay
FAQs about Connecting the Diocese:How many episodes does Connecting the Diocese have?The podcast currently has 379 episodes available.