On today’s show: Father Dave describes “famine” people and “plenty” people. How has generosity changed your life? Researchers studied the concept of ownership, comparing that of short time and long term periods. Those that give away items that have been owned for a long time actually feel better about themselves. Joe tells about when he […]

On today’s show: Father shares his latest routine for Thanksgiving when he can’t make it home for a meal. Father tells the story of Johnny Bobbitt, a homeless veteran who helped a woman who ran out of gas. There is no recorded word of St. Joseph in Scripture, but we know that there is one […]

On today’s show: Father discusses an article that shows the missing link in the Louis CK allegations. (Link) “Charm is deceptive and beauty fleeting.” Father discusses a reading from Proverbs. Listener Email: I don’t think that ouija boards, psychics and séances are bad; they’re just fake. Father discusses commonalities between successful people, according to a […]

On today’s show: Father speaks about mid-life crises. It seems that most people don’t go through a mid-life crisis, the studies are divided. Everyone, at any stage of life, needs to have a relationship with Jesus. The Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary reminds us that Mary’s entire life was given over […]

On today’s show: It is up to you to decide to cultivate the “attitude of gratitude”. Recognize how, over time, God has blessed you. Father reviews the readings from last Sunday, the Parable of the Talents. Father shares how his human fear, turned over to God, allowed him to trust God more. Do I look […]

On today’s show: Father Matthew discusses the legacy of Father Solanus Casey and his upcoming Beatification Mass. Some people think being a saint only means levitating or miracles. God’s Love doesn’t need to be manifested in miracles or visions. Father discusses the day when he took his vows. His superior mentioned, “Well, now you’re vows […]

On today’s show: Father Matthew tells about his last serious romantic relationship before he entered the priesthood. They met at a Newman Center. God used the human elements in his life to help him realize that God was calling him to deeper relationship with Him. God can use our imperfect moments/intentions for His perfect ends. […]

On today’s show: In some places, parishes are having to merge together. In other areas, brand new parishes are needed. Theological insights arise from different parish communities. Each community and Pastor might focus on something different. The Museum of the Bible opens this Friday in Washington DC. Some are concerned that the Museum’s proximity to […]

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On today’s show: Guest: Eli Spencer, Father Matthew’s brother. Father and Eli discuss St. Joseph as the provider for the Holy Family. Father Matthew and his brother discuss the foundation of the model of sainthood. It comes from the love between a Husband and Wife. Facebook is trying to respond to a problem of users […]