When everything is like waiting in the line at the bank. Identifying our idols and the misguided ways we try to cope with problems. Confession, contrition & penance: California SB 360. Acts 15: Importance of the Councils of the Catholic Church

Father Matthew’s brother, Father Stephen joins today’s show: finding God in our circumstances. Seal of confession: would you go to prison in order to protect the seal of confession? Acts 14 Simplicity reminds us of God’s presence: Father Stephen saw a double rainbow; the way of beauty.

The Power of the Holy Name of Jesus: St. Bernardine of Siena The state of young people in South Korea: dating classes vs. solitary life.. Spiritual pride: a major problem in the lives of spiritual people. Reflections on today’s readings. If God does wonderful things through us, it’s not for us, but that God will […]

When perfectionism becomes the enemy of holiness. https://focusoncampus.org/content/the-tyranny-of-perfectionism-and-6-ways-to-conquer-it You are called to be perfect: realize that perfection is founded on God’s love and grace for you. Nomophobia: where’s your mobile phone? Evangelization, salvation and the Catholic church.

Finding purpose and meaning in life. Viktor Frankel: what helps people survive horrifying circumstances? Women express protest of abuse to Pope Francis; Maria 2.0/Maria 1.0 Rome Life Forum: pro life requires protecting children in and out of the womb. Pro life is pro love.

Lessons from the Life of Jean Vanier. Temptation is the most significant form of demonic activity. What are we doing to safeguard ourselves from temptation? Survey Says!  Our recent RR survey produced some encouraging results. Lucifer: Netflix show mocks our Catholic faith; we have a responsibility to understand sin & objective truth.

Today’s show is an encore from April 30, 2019. Father Matthew will be back from Rome, tomorrow! Growth for the Church; Holiness is a good ‘infection’; Seal of Confession; Marriage Prep The Primary Way of Growth for the Church: our example, especially through our participation in the Mass.  When we take care to reverently celebrate […]

Data shows: the number of “nones” (people who say they have not religion) has actually remained the same over the past 40+ years. Isaiah 55: 13 verses to remind us that we must go to the Father (in a timely fashion!) Attachment/loss: when narrative brands terminate. Do we become as devastated when we lose our […]

Mary’s role in salvation history: important for Catholics to know Our Blessed Mother’s privileged role. Confirmation: strengthening of the graces received at Baptism. The great value in stoicism; billionaires in Silicon Valley, diet and proclaim the virtues of fasting, cold showers and denial of self. Acts 8:26 – the world needs understanding, through instruction.

Do we recognize blessings, or complain we need more? Spoiler alert: “Arrival” plot point. Language shapes the way we see the world. Holy Water: powerful symbol and sacramental in our faith life. Renewing your baptismal vows is one of the most powerful weapons in your spiritual arsenal. Keep your eyes on Jesus: happiness is found […]