After getting pepper in his eyes before hearing confessions, Father Matthew finds the life lessons even in the times or extreme discomfort. Father explores some healthy habits of marriage described in the book, Habits for a Healthy Marriage: A Handbook for Catholic Couples by Dr. Richard Fitzgibbons. A story of a woman diagnosed with Myxedema Psychosis is an example […]

What is at the root of all sin?  Father explores how fear drives us to seek control.  And the remedy to so much sin is surrendering control and trusting in Jesus. Can I read this book?  Father takes a look at “Manual of Minor Exorcisms” Why is it that times of difficulty give is a […]

Background noise, or not? Are you an extrovert or introvert? The more we know ourselves, the better we are able to respond to God. When “helping” is not help. God allows us to fall/make bad decisions: he knows we can learn from the mistakes. Scales of help and commitment to vocations. Can it be good […]

Today’s broadcast is an encore presentation, originally aired 10/18/19: Fr. Stephen Spencer joins the show. Missionary territory is right where you are. How does your life give witness to the saving truth of Christ in your life? Fr. Stephen shares an experience from a recent flight. Bishop at the Amazon Synod suggests priests in Rome, […]

Today’s broadcast is an encore from 10/22/19 When we choose sin, we don’t just let down God; sin affects the whole body of Christ. When we choose God, a multitude of Saints and angels that rejoice.  Using our senses to encounter God. We have a role in receiving and be transformed by the good news. […]

Does envisioning an alternate history, help or hurt? Do we live too much in the future? 2019 graduates include dozens of children whose parents perished in the World Trade Center attacks. Consider the heroic witness of those who have gone before us. Promotions always send us into new territory; usually out of their depth. Zacchaeus […]

Peoria, Illinois dioceses announce progress in beatification of Venerable Fulton Sheen. Research yields new information on kids’ ability to discern hypocrisy. Hypocrisy: a sin against truth. Among American religious groups, Catholics rank lowest when it comes to trusting their Clergy. What to do when focus and desire to pray the Rosary, changes. Can you baptize […]

Call out culture and getting angry. How do you deal with things that make you angry? How do you remain joyful in an outrage culture? Father recalls his Minolta Weathermatic 35 DL and underwater photography: when we see the world, it’s obscured by the evil and sin we’ve experienced. The further we are from virtue, […]

Father Stephen joins the show today: Rest is part of our faith; we are destined to rest in peace enjoying the beatific vision. Remain like children, slow down to create memories. The Church champions the goodness of human work; sloth is a sin against God, not against productivity. It’s possible to overwork; where we spend […]

Stress is a natural part of life; even in the spiritual life, stress can lead us to turn to the Lord. Stress can also be a grave barrier to our spiritual growth. Many are celebrating St. Frances Xavier (Mother) Cabrini today; for Father Matthew, St. Stanislaus Kostka is especially important on this day. Are you […]