Practicing Catholic Show

Archbishop Hebda reflects on the Sacred Heart of Jesus and what it means that the United States has been consecrated to the Sacred Heart, especially in a time marked by division and a need for healing. Then, Jeremy Rohr, founder of Freedom to Love, joins the conversation to discuss the struggles many young men face with pornography and the importance of community and accountability in the journey toward freedom.

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What does collaboration look like in the Church? Susan Mulheron and Julie Hurley discuss how clergy and lay leaders work together to support the mission of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, from day-to-day decisions to long term pastoral care. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! 

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Father Jim Livingston discusses Healing Masses and how the Church understands physical, emotional, and spiritual healing through prayer and the sacraments. Then, former Practicing Catholic host Patrick Conley returns to share about his journey toward ordination to the permanent diaconate and the path that has led him to this important milestone.

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What does it mean to be human in a digital age? Bishop Michael Izen shares his vocation story, followed by a conversation on AI, Big Tech and human dignity with Jason Adkins, executive director of the Minnesota Catholic Conference.

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As four men prepare for ordination to the priesthood in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis, they share the very different paths that led them to say yes to God’s call. From an early sense of vocation to seasons of doubt, dating relationships, career setbacks and even atheism, Deacons Domonic Miller, Peter Romens, Sebastian Spencer and Alex Hall reflect on discernment, seminary formation and the final weeks before becoming priests. 

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In this two-part episode, we talk with Archbishop Bernard Hebda as he marks 10 years leading the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. He reflects on a decade of ministry through challenge and renewal, including the abuse crisis, the pandemic, synodal listening sessions, and a renewed focus on family life. We also discuss moments of difficulty, prayer, and hope, and what he envisions for the future of the Church and its mission. 

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What does it mean to discern a vocation? Deacons Steven Lang and Charles DeReuil reflect on their path to the priesthood as ordination approaches, while potter Jenny Keller discusses how faith and creativity meet in her work. 

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Bishop Kevin Kenney reflects on the grace of the Madre Peregrina’s visit and its impact on our local church. Then, Jim and Alison Dahlman share how families can reclaim Sunday as a day of prayer, rest and renewal.

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What does it look like to find faith in unexpected ways? Jessica Macqueen shares her journey into the Catholic Church this past Easter, while Lee Sondeno reflects on how his own path into Catholicism now informs his ministry with young adults. 

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After Easter Sunday, how do we carry Resurrection hope into everyday life? In this episode, Archbishop Hebda reflects on what it means to live the Resurrection beyond the liturgy—through prayer, service, and simple daily practices that keep faith alive year-round. Later, musician Alec Collins shares about living in the present moment, letting go of comparison, and finding God’s grace in the “now,” along with the inspiration behind his new album Hands of Time.

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