Practicing Catholic Show

Although the ways in which we live it out vary significantly, we are all called to holiness. The members of one particular religious order in our midst in the Archdiocese have dedicated their lives to help the Church and its individual members grow in holiness, and hence their name: Pro Ecclesia Sancta. Sister Maddy Elking and Sister Julieta Del Carpio joined host Patrick Conley to share about their vocations and the mission and spirituality of Pro Ecclesia Sancta.

Learn more about Pro Ecclesia Sancta.

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We’ve all heard the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” And your answer has likely changed over the years. Similarly, the process of discerning our vocation can take unexpected twists and look different as we enter new stages of life. Back for his monthly segment to talk to producer Kayla Mayer about this big topic and share his own discernment story, is our shepherd, Archbishop Hebda.

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Is Biblical wisdom still applicable today? It’s no surprise to anyone to hear that we live in troubled times, both across the world and right here, at home. But where Christ is, there is always hope. Joining host Patrick Conley to catch us up on the Catechetical Institute and a new offering designed to help you apply some Scriptural wisdom to your life today is writer, speaker, podcast host, and pilgrimage leader Jeff Cavins.

Find out more about the Catechetical Institute.

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Baked goods are a favorite of the Practicing Catholic team. And when the opportunity arises to get some fantastic homemade baked goods and support a local Catholic parish, well, that’s almost too good to be true! Lisa Gleason, secretary for the St. Anne's Club out of St. Maron’s Maronite Catholic Church in Northeast Minneapolis, joined host Patrick Conley to talk about one such opportunity here in the Archdiocese.

Learn more about the bake sale at St. Maron's Catholic Church.

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Saint John Henry Newman is probably a familiar name to most practicing Catholics, but how much do we really know about his writings and sermons? A Minnesota native’s podcast – Newman on Tap – dives deeper into the works of this holy man. To help us better know Saint John Henry Newman and why his search for Truth hits home for many of us, host Patrick Conley spoke with Ron Snyder, president of the Saint John Henry Newman Association of America.

Listen to Newman on Tap and get involved with the community here.

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October is Respect Life Month, and in light of the 2023 Minnesota state legislature passing the most extreme abortion laws in the country, standing up for the dignity of every stage of life is even more important. Host Patrick Conley sat down with Cathy Blaeser from Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life to talk about pro-life efforts in the state and the “Save the 12,000” campaign.

Learn more about MCCL and how to get involved here. 

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Technology connects us to the world every minute of the day, but are we really aware of what our sisters and brothers around the globe face daily? Sunday, October 22 was World Mission Sunday, where the Church unites through education and advocacy. Producer Kayla Mayer chatted with Kathleen Osberger about the importance of mission and her life-changing experiences in South America.

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You’ve heard of the Rule of Saint Benedict, but did you know there’s a Rule of Saint John Paul II, and it focuses on joy-filled marriages? Host Patrick Conley sat down with the founders of the Wojtyla Community and Institute, Peter and Theresa Martin, to discuss how they believe “one marriage can change the world.”

Learn more about the Wojtyla Community and Institute and the Rule of Saint John Paul II on their website: https://www.wojtylaci.com/

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Godparents. Choosing them for your child is an important decision... right? But what does the decision really entail, and what does being a good godparent actually mean? Joining producer Kayla Mayer for some insight into this often overlooked and misunderstood part of the sacrament of Baptism is Father Ben Little, pastor at Saint John the Baptist in Savage.

In case you missed it, Pope Francis gave the Church a new Apostolic Exhortation on October 4, entitled Laudate Deum, a follow-up to his encyclical Laudato Si, from eight years ago. Adam Fitzpatrick, who serves as the Social Mission Outreach Coordinator for the Archdiocesan Center for Mission, joined host Patrick Conley to talk about the contents of this new Apostolic Exhortation and about Catholics and the Climate Crisis.

Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel!