Our guest today is David Bonagura, a distinguished professor and writer, who teaches Classical Languages at St. Joseph Seminary in New York City and theology at Catholic Distance University. David also serves as religion editor for the University Bookman and is the author of several insightful works, including "Steadfast in Faith: Catholicism and the Challenges of Secularism" and his latest book, "Jerome’s Tears: Letters to Friends in Mourning." This unique book translates and compiles seven letters by St. Jerome, offering comfort and spiritual guidance to those experiencing loss. David joins us to discuss the profound impact of these letters and how they reveal a compassionate side of Jerome, often overshadowed by his more polemical reputation. Tune in to hear David share Jerome's wisdom on coping with grief and finding hope through faith and spiritual growth.

Kevin Cummings joins the show to share how a retired dentist answered the call to become a deacon. The call doesn't end there; Deacon Kevin devotes his time to the pro-life ministry, Deacons of Hope. It serves not only the unborn but also the poor, the imprisoned, the marginalized, the oppressed, the sick, and the aged, regardless of sex, race, nationality, or creed.

Cowboy Deacon Lance Mudd joins the show and shares his adventure back to God. From the lights of the rodeo arena to a thriving businessman, Deacon Lance shares how admitting his addiction catapulted him into the adoration chapel and being open to a healing relationship with Christ.

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