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As our culture becomes increasingly polarized, join us for this discussion on how Catholics can navigate their way through the current political landscape.  

Is Christianity just simply a project, as a set of principles to be followed?  Or does it seek something, or rather, someone more deeply?  Join us for this important discussion 

In this episode, a listener joins us to share her frustrations with the Church in how she felt shunned by her pastor and unsupported in the spiritual needs of her family.   Listen to her testimony as we learn from each other and seek to build deeper bonds of community among believers.  

As many watch family members abandon the practice of their Christian faith, we have the invitation to stand with the saints of heaven to intercede and advocate for those who are still called to eternal life.  

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, how do find the presence of God in natural disasters?  What is He saying to us and how does He show His nearness in the midst of devastating loss?   

How does one handle conflict with one's priest?  Are there means to relieve the tensions that can arise between parishioners and their pastor?  Join us as we discuss these common realities.  

In early October, the local Church of Italy marks the feast day of Blessed Bartolo Longo, an ex-Satanist who converted back to the Catholic Faith and built a lasting devotion to Our Lady of the Rosary.  Check out his story in this episode.  

Join us for a discussion on a common misconception that all religions are as good as another and that they all lead to the same destination.  

We can experience conflicts in how different generations practice and understand the Faith, as well as how they interact with the broader culture.   Rather than dismissing these differences, how might we live within the tension to bring about a greater good?  

In order that our churches not simply become museums, it's necessary for Catholics to understand how to interpret their own art and architecture, as well as the flow and function of the liturgy.  Doing so benefits us, but also those whom we evangelize and invite to experience the beauty of worship.