In this moving conversation, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Wendy Forest, a widow who has walked a profound journey of grief, healing, and rediscovering hope through Jesus and Mary. Wendy shares the story behind her book Currents of Water, reflecting on how water became a powerful image for her emotions, her faith, and the early years of widowhood.

Together, they explore:

If you or someone you love is experiencing loss, this conversation offers gentle wisdom, practical guidance, and spiritual reassurance.

📘 Learn more about Wendy’s book Currents of Water. https://www.amazon.com/Currents-Water-Widows-Walk-Jesus/dp/B0F2255RY4

While studying abroad in Europe, Monica lived with chronic pain in her legs, knees, and feet—often relying on a cane, walking stick, or even a wheelchair. During a one-day visit to Lourdes with friends, she found herself wondering what a healing might feel like. After praying at the shrine, she set aside her walking sticks and discovered she could walk without support.

In this episode, Monica shares the story of that unexpected moment, how it reshaped her faith, and how her family and friends reacted in the days and weeks that followed.

Find her on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mon_catholic?igsh=cHl5dWFjOTFobm9x

In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with his good friends Anthony and Tara Bonna, creators of Raising Saints TV. You’ll hear how one of Fr. Edward’s books played a role in their engagement—and how one of their children ended up being named thanks to his recommendation!

Anthony and Tara are on a mission to create joyful, faith-filled content for Catholic families, producing children’s songs that teach the faith and a delightful monthly show called “Little Saints TV with Mrs. Faith.” Fr. Edward even has a recurring guest spot as the show’s priestly friend.

If you’re looking for wholesome, high-quality Catholic content for the littles in your life, you won’t want to miss this conversation!

Learn more: https://www.raisingsaintstv.org

Word on Fire has released a beautifully illustrated and excellently written Catholic Story Bible for young readers — The Story of All Stories by Emily Stimpson Chapman.

Seeing the need for a high-quality Catholic story Bible, Word on Fire and Stimpson Chapman teamed up to create a resource that tells not just individual Bible stories, but the one great story of salvation — from Genesis to Revelation.

In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney explores what makes this book unique, why it fills such an important gap for Catholic families, and how it can help children come to know and love the story of God’s love.

📖 Get your copy of The Story of All Stories today from Word on Fire! https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/the-story-of-all-stories?srsltid=AfmBOool0NoaJIZtsnxNBwVFwRMgQBkBmyIeXfk7zgUEZMdeTwnDorTV

Author Anthony DeStefano joins Fr. Edward Looney to share a delightful and faith-filled take on Halloween through his newest children’s book, All Hallows’ Eve.

In this conversation, Anthony discusses the inspiration behind the story, including the memorable character Hulga May, and how he skillfully weaves Catholic tradition into a tale that helps reclaim Halloween for the faith. Together, Fr. Edward and Anthony explore how this story can help children—and families—rediscover the Christian roots of All Hallows’ Eve, while remembering to pray for the holy souls in Purgatory.

👻 Whether you’re looking for a wholesome Halloween story or want to help your family grow in faith, this episode will warm your heart and uplift your spirit.

📖 Get your copy of All Hallows’ Eve here:

Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Cardinal Marc Ouellet about his new book from Ignatius Press, Word, Sacrament, Charism. Their conversation explores a word that’s become central in Catholic dialogue — synodality.

What exactly is synodality? Is it an effort to modernize the Church, or something deeper? Cardinal Ouellet shares what he believes is the key to authentic synodality, what he wishes had gone differently during the Synod, and how this experience has shaped his understanding of the Church today.

Fr. Edward also asks the Cardinal about his priestly vocation and ministry, offering listeners a glimpse into his life of faith and service.

📘 Buy his book: Word, Sacrament, Charism — available from Ignatius Press.

In this episode of Hey Everybody, It’s Fr. Edward, Fr. Edward Looney welcomes radio legend Kevin Matthews, whose incredible journey is featured in the new documentary Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story, coming to theaters October 7.

Fr. Edward and Kevin share stories from their longtime friendship, and Kevin gives a glimpse into his conversion story — including the powerful moment he found a broken statue of Mary that transformed his life and the lives of countless others.

They also discuss the response of fans (“Kev Heads”), Kevin’s family, and why this story resonates so deeply with people across the country.

👉 Don’t miss this inspiring conversation — and make plans to see Broken Mary in theaters October 7!

Buy tickets here: https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/broken-mary-the-kevin-matthews-story/

On September 28 & 29, 2025, Bernadette The Musical comes to U.S. theaters for a special two-day release. But how did this French production about St. Bernadette make its way to American screens?

Fr. Edward Looney talks with Thierry Fontaine, the international distributor who brought the musical to the U.S. Thierry shares his personal journey — growing up near Lourdes but knowing little about Bernadette, discovering the musical, and being moved to help share her story worldwide.

Together they discuss the impact of musicals, how American audiences embrace them, the reception in France, and why this story matters today.

🎭 Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at Bernadette The Musical and what to expect when it arrives in theaters this fall.

https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/bernadette-of-lourdes-the-musical-in-cinema/

Join Fr. Edward Looney and Liv Harrison as we react to the new movie Bau: Artist at War, now in theaters. Liv attended the film’s red carpet premiere and shares her first-hand experience, including what the daughters of Joseph and Rebecca Bau told her that night.

In this conversation we discuss:

Hear from Liv and Fr. Edward as the two react and share their reflections and discuss the themes, history, and impact of this powerful film.

🎬 If you’re curious about Bau: Artist at War and why it’s worth watching, this interview will give you a deeper look. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more faith-based conversations on movies, culture, and life.

In this episode of Hey Everybody, It’s Fr. Edward, I speak with Mary O’Regan, author of the new Sophia Institute Press biography of Padre Pio. Mary shares the incredible story of how Padre Pio appeared to her in a mystical experience that changed her life and set her on the path of researching and writing about one of the Church’s most beloved saints.

We discuss:

Whether you’re just learning about Padre Pio or already have a devotion to him, this conversation will inspire you to discover anew the life, miracles, and message of this extraordinary saint.

👉 Find Mary O’Regan’s book through Sophia Institute Press, and be sure to subscribe for more conversations on saints, faith, and devotion.

Buy her book: https://www.sojolk8trk.com/B72FJ8/2B99BFK/