1st-Grade teacher Sr. Annie, 7th-graders Abrianna Notah-Johnson and Kaylie James, and parent Mrs. Notah Johnson join Bishop James Wall for a very special podcast episode recorded at Sacred Heart Catholic School in Gallup, NM.

"Providing young people with a sound education in the faith represents the most urgent internal challenge."

"It is no exaggeration to say that providing young people with a sound education in the faith represents the most urgent internal challenge facing the Catholic community in your country."

These words were spoken by Pope Benedict XVI in a speech to certain U.S. Bishops during a visit to Rome. Bishop Wall was present for the speech, and brought the spirit of the pontiff's words back with him to the Diocese of Gallup.

As we celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2018, this episode reflects on the challenging and abiding call of the Church in saturating the faith in all aspects of Catholic education.

"The essence of evil is: destroy life, harm life, and hamper the development of life… It seems to me as clear as daylight that abortion would be a crime." - Mahatma Gandhi

By now, many pro-life advocates are used to the common arguments used by proponents of abortion. "You only care about the clump of cells in the womb, and nothing for the woman after the baby is born" or "you have no right to legislate women's bodies" are two that are often used. But while these may make for a quick slogan to paint across a protest sign, they do not reflect the reality of abortion. They don't take into account the children that will never be born and live full lives; the women and families who suffer very real physical and psychological effects after an abortion; a society at large that comes to view life and the disabled, the elderly, and the weak as expendable.

In this episode, Bishop Wall discusses the devastating legacy of legalized abortion, and the local and nationwide efforts of pro-life advocates dedicated to supporting women, the unborn, and life from conception to natural death.

Even with news coverage, hashtags, and firings, will the attitudes that allowed this behavior to fester for decades ultimately change for the better?

The political and cultural worlds in America are currently reeling after a flood of allegations of sexual harassment and abuse against powerful actors, producers, and politicians. But even with news coverage, hashtags, and firings, will the attitudes that allowed this behavior to fester for decades ultimately change for the better?

The Catholic Church is an example of an institution that initiated lasting and drastic changes against abusive environments and behavior. Contrary to popular belief, the Church has made enormous strides within the last decade in efforts to combat sexual abuse.

In this episode, Bishop Wall and special guest Elizabeth Terrill, who assists survivors of abuse in the Diocese of Gallup, discuss the ways in which the Catholic Church is fighting back against sexual abuse and harassment.

You know that song, The 12 Days of Christmas? It carries a historical significance, marking the days and feasts following Christmas Day.

You know that song, The 12 Days of Christmas? As far as Church seasons go, Christmastime actually extends through the New Year! The Feast of the Holy Family, St. Stephen's Day, Epiphany - all of these special days fall after Christmas, and mark a very special and joyous time of year!

In the Gospels, Jesus observes a poor widow give two copper coins as an offering at the temple - a huge relative to her status in life. In modern times, Pope Francis has habitually opened the resources of the Vatican to the poor and homeless. Although these two people are divided by centuries and status, their example is the same: all of us are called to act with charity, for in doing so, we imitate Christ.