Faith in Action

Have you ever stopped to consider what our health is ultimately for? Is it simply about living longer, feeling better, or preventing illness? Or could caring for our bodies serve a much greater purpose in God's plan for our lives?

Why is classical education essential for the formation of society? Explore the Classic Socratic education style of Chesterton Academy. With the Catholic faith intertwined with the roots of the school, Chesterton Academy is an extraordinary and affordable schooling option for anyone seeking grounded education for their children.

What does it look like to care for seniors with faith, dignity, and a true sense of home? Sister Michael, Don Thompson, and resident Gloria Perry share the mission of St. Joseph’s Residence in Dallas, how the Catholic faith shapes its community, and the many ways this 71 year old ministry is caring for seniors who might otherwise be forgotten.

What leads someone to question what they believe and ultimately pursue the Catholic faith? Hannah Crews, host of the Lighten Up with Hannah Crews podcast, shares her journey toward Catholicism, the questions and sacrifices she’s encountered along the way, and how Catholics can charitably evangelize their Protestant brothers and sisters. 🎙️ Featuring: Hannah Crews

What happens when you surrender your career and talents to God’s will? Watch the inspiring story of Sue and Frank Laux and how God used decades of faith, family, career changes, and unexpected opportunities to ultimately lead them to found Magnificat Meadows, a faith-centered retirement community in Springtown, Texas.

What does a healthy, consistent prayer life look like? Fr. Scott Wooten discusses the importance of having a prayer life, overcoming your “defining sin,” and how detrimental the avoidance of confession can be to pursuing a life with Christ.

What does it look like when young Catholics bring their faith into their careers, friendships, and everyday lives? In this episode of Faith in Action, Young Catholic Professionals Fort Worth shares how authentic community, mentorship, leadership, and a commitment to Christ can help young professionals discover their vocation and grow as Catholic leaders

🎙️ Featuring: Luke Brundy - President of Fort Worth Chapter, Matt Moleski - Director of Operations, and Patrick Clowe - Chapter Member 🌐Young Catholic Professionals Website https://www.youngcatholicprofessionals.org/chapter/fort-worth

Faith in Action is a weekly live radio show and podcast hosted by Julian Placino on the Guadalupe Radio Network. Each week, Julian sits down with inspiring Catholics who are living out their faith in business, ministry, leadership, family life, and beyond. New episodes every Friday.

How do we build a Culture of Life in today's world?

What does it truly mean to be pro-life? Is it simply about politics—or is it something much deeper?

In this inspiring episode of Faith in Action, host Julian Placino welcomes Carmella Faillaci, Development Associate for Live Action, one of the nation's leading pro-life organizations. Together, they explore how building a culture of life begins by recognizing the God-given dignity of every human person—including our own.

Drawing from her personal journey, Carmella shares how prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, joyful witness, and authentic love have shaped her mission to defend life and help others discover their identity as beloved sons and daughters of God.

✅ Carmella's journey into the pro-life movement and how God led her through discernment ✅ Why recognizing your own dignity is essential before you can defend the dignity of others ✅ What it truly means to build a "Culture of Life" ✅ Why the pro-life movement is ultimately about changing hearts—not simply changing laws ✅ How Live Action is using digital media to educate millions and defend the most vulnerable ✅ The importance of joyful, compassionate pro-life advocacy rooted in truth and love ✅ The realities surrounding the abortion pill and resources available for women seeking help ✅ The mission behind Live Action's Until It Ends campaign ✅ Live Action's upcoming feature-length documentary highlighting the dignity of people with disabilities ✅ Why Eucharistic Adoration became one of the most transformative practices in Carmella's spiritual life ✅ Practical ways every Catholic can become a joyful witness to the Gospel of Life

Have you ever wondered why our culture feels increasingly divided, anxious, and disconnected? Is there a deeper spiritual battle taking place—and how can Catholics respond with courage, truth, and hope?

In this episode of Faith in Action, host Julian Placino welcomes Dr. Currie Myers—Catholic apologist, author, speaker, and former law enforcement officer whose remarkable journey from agnosticism to the Catholic faith has inspired countless people to seek truth through Christ.

Together, they discuss: ✅ Dr. Myers' incredible journey from agnosticism to Catholicism ✅ How Christian hospitality became the catalyst for his conversion ✅ What spiritual warfare really is—and how Catholics encounter it today ✅ Why faith, family, and formation are the foundation of a healthy civilization ✅ Practical ways parents can raise resilient, faith-filled children ✅ What authentic Catholic fatherhood looks like in today's culture ✅ An inside look at Dr. Myers' upcoming books, The Rise of Feral Man and The Return from Feral Man ✅ Why there is always hope, no matter where you are in your faith journey