"All roads lead to Rome," they say. The Diocese of Bridgeport's 34 seminarians, Bishop Caggiano, and some special guests recently went to Italy for a pilgrimage to Rome & Assisi.

Today, Bishop Frank takes us on a tour of both cities - the history, the major sites, the life of St Francis, and... the museum of pasta!

It's an audio summer getaway on Let Me Be Frank. Buon divertimento!

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Sophia Institute Press has recently published God's Influencer, a book about Carlo Acutis written from interviews with his parents!

Mary Beth Bracy joined us from Sophia Institute Press to tell us about Carlo's short but holy life, the miracles attributed to him on the road to canonization, how we can begin following his extraordinary example, and more!

Funnily enough, on an episode focused on a young man who used technology so well in the service of the Lord... we experienced some real technology challenges!

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Join Bishop Frank Caggiano and Steve Lee as they delve into pressing societal issues, from the Educational Choice for Children's Act to the ethical implications of genetic engineering, IVF, and artificial intelligence. Explore the intersection of faith and modern challenges, and discover how the Church can guide us through these complex times.

Also discussed are The Educational Choice for Children's Act's impact on Catholic education; the ethical considerations for genetic engineering and CRISPR technology; the role of artificial intelligence in the workforce, especially healthcare, and its moral implications; the rise of euthanasia and the Church's stance on life issues; and the moral and ethical challenges of in vitro fertilization and frozen embryos.

We also received a thought-provoking question from a listener in Poland about the existence of genetic disorders in a world created by an all powerful, fully good God.

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How did the Mass come to be, as we know it today? How do you explain who the Holy Spirit is? What is behind the movement to rename "BC/AD" to "BCE/CE"? Those are some of the fantastic questions Bishop Caggiano answers on this week's mailbag episode. Also... Have you ever been in a helicopter? Tune in to Let Me Be Frank for these and many more listener questions answered this week!

Pax Christi,

Steve Lee

The other guy on Let Me Be Frank

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"Salvation is of the entire person, not just the soul. If we involve the body in the spiritual life, we are completing that which the Lord wants."

Bishop Frank made that observation during his conversation with Jamie Baxter, founder of Exodus 90. Exodus 90 is an outstanding program for men to lean on prayer, asceticism, and fraternity as a means to the goal of freedom.

This was a really, very edifying conversation for me to listen in on.

I've been afraid to give Exodus 90 a try, despite many invitations from dear friends... perhaps this episode is a sign I should not ignore any longer...

Pax Christi,

Steve Lee

The other guy on Let Me Be Frank

In this special live episode of Let Me Be Frank on the Veritas Catholic Network, Bishop Frank Caggiano and host Steve Lee come to you from St. Rose of Lima Parish in Newtown, Connecticut. With eighth graders and parishioners filling the pews, His Excellency takes questions from students and adults alike in a lively and heartfelt conversation about the life of the Church.

Bishop Frank reflects on his call to the priesthood and what it means to serve as a bishop. He speaks candidly about the future of Catholic education, the ongoing challenge of declining Mass attendance, and the importance of supporting young people in their faith. The conversation touches on topics ranging from the traditional Latin Mass to how to hear God's voice in everyday life.

With his usual warmth and humor, Bishop Frank shares personal stories of God's providence. He reminds us that faith is not only about going to church—it's about belonging, listening, and responding to God’s quiet call in the middle of our noisy world.

Is it possible to believe in both the reality of hell and the unshakable love of God? In this episode, Monsignor Charles Pope and His Excellency Bishop Frank Caggiano explore one of the most difficult questions in Christian theology: how a loving God permits eternal separation. Drawing from Scripture, Church tradition, and pastoral experience, they offer a sobering yet hope-filled reflection on divine justice, human freedom, and the mystery of salvation. 

In this thought-provoking episode of Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Frank Caggiano is joined by Dr. Greg Bottaro, founder of The Catholic Psych Institute—also known as "The Catholic Psych Guy." Together, they explore the concept of relationality and its role in our lives.

Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the conclave has given us Pope Leo XIV… Chicago-born, Augustinian educated, formed in the dry climate of Peru, and given a red hat to head up the Dicastry for Bishops.

Bishop Caggiano talks all about Pope Leo XIV - his background, his experience, and his (so far) stated vision for his papacy.

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Pax Christi,

Steve Lee

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