Practicing Catholic Show

Even though Roe v. Wade has been overturned nationally, there’s still lots to be done locally. Maggee Becker from the Minnesota Catholic Conference joins us to address the current pro-life situation in Minnesota, and how can practicing Catholics get involved. 

https://www.mncatholic.org/life_and_bioethics

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First up on the show, as we await Archbishop Hebda’s Pastoral Letter later this year – which is part of our Archdiocesan Synod process - what’s the status of the worldwide Vatican Synod called by Pope Francis? Archbishop Hebda will explain what the Holy Father has in mind for this Synod for the entire Church militant, and how our Local Church is participating.

https://thecatholicspirit.com/news/local-news/archdioceses-survey-for-pope-francis-synod-on-synodality-casts-wide-net/ 

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We’ve all been hurt in our lives—physically, emotionally, even spiritually. And sometimes, those wounds run deep... deep enough that we need some extra help in healing. The John Paul II Healing Center works to promote and inspire transformation in the heart of the Church, by healing and equipping God’s people for the New Evangelization, and one way they do that is through an upcoming retreat taking place at St. John Neumann in Eagan. Joining us this past weekend was the pastor of St. John Neumann, Fr. Tony O’Neill.

Learn more about the healing retreat at https://jpiihealingcenter.org/events/hddr-eagan-mn/

In 21st century America, we are truly blessed to have a plethora of ways to get Catholic news, updates, and commentaries in a variety of formats. Relevant Radio, of course, is one way, but another source I’m just betting you’re already familiar with is the National Catholic Register. Here’s something you may not know, however: did you know the Register’s Senior Editor is none other than Jonathan Liedl, from our very own Archdiocese?

Jonathan joined us this past weekend to chat all-things-Catholic media! https://www.ncregister.com/author/jonathan-liedl

AVAILABLE NOW: The Church we are called to be a part of is the Church Universal—the Catholic Church. As such, there are many human cultures and languages that are represented within her, even right here in our Archdiocese. You may have a Spanish Mass at your parish for Hispanic/Latino brothers and sisters. Or perhaps your parish has particular Polish roots, or Hmong, or Vietnamese. But did you know there is also an office in our Local Church and an upcoming conference specifically serving the indigenous people of the Archdiocese? 

Here to tell us all about this office, as well as introduce us to the 2023 Tekakwitha Conference was Director and Pastoral Minister Shawn Phillips.

Learn more about the conference: www.tekconf.org 

You know, Roe v. Wade may have been overturned, but there is still a lot to be done to bring an end to abortion, especially in terms of encouraging individuals and couples to choose life. JoAnn Marshall has been working at a unique way of bringing the pro-life message to Minnesota streets and highways through “Choose Life” license plates.

chooselifeminnesota.org

This time on Mass Class, we're talking Liturgy of the Word. Mass Class is a new monthly series breaking down each component of the Mass - Fr. Tom Margevičius from the Archdiocesan Office of Worship is our professor along the way! 

https://www.archspm.org/sacraments-worship/

Ah, summer! Remember what it was like as a kid? Every day was filled with possibilities—even the rainy ones! Moms and Dads, you know what it’s like to try to keep a child not just out of trouble, but growing in virtue, not just entertained, but being rejuvenated. Sometimes, the ideas are slow in coming!

Joining us this past weekend to help your kids grow in faith was Nancy Bandzuch from Catholic Sprouts. 

https://catholicsprouts.com/

During the summer time, we know we’re eager to get out and about as this is the small window of Minnesota weather that allows us to enjoy some warm air and sunshine. Maybe some traveling is included in your summer plans, or perhaps even a pilgrimage.

What if we told you there’s a pilgrimage happening right here in our Archdiocese, at St. Michael’s Church in Stillwater? That’s right, it will be in honor of Blessed Solanus Casey’s feast day on July 30th, and all are invited to participate.

https://www.archspm.org/the-blessed-solanus-casey-pilgrimage/

Next, have you got little ones at home...I mean really young ones? Know someone who does? In the midst of navigating the constant physical and emotional demands of toddlers, seeing to their spiritual needs can seem like an insurmountable challenge—but it doesn’t have to be! Alan and Joanne Foley of Early Catholic Family Life joined us this past weekend - take a listen!