Steve Ray joins the Catholic Morning Show to explore the striking parallels between St. Joseph and Joseph of the Old Testament.

A convert to Catholicism and bestselling author with Ignatius Press, Steve has written:

Crossing the Tiber

Upon This Rock

St. John's Gospel

Through his pilgrimage ministry, Footprints of God, he brings Scripture to life for Catholics around the world.

Learn More at CatholicConvert.com

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Tom Chapman, Executive Director of the Iowa Catholic Conference, joins the Catholic Morning Show to discuss current legislative developments impacting Catholics in Iowa.

He outlines key policy areas and encourages Catholics to stay engaged in public life guided by Church teaching and the dignity of the human person.

Tom also previews the A(mbrose) to (Gen.) Z Conference taking place April 24–26 at St. Ambrose of Milan Catholic Parish in Davenport. The conference will bring together Catholics across generations for faith formation and community.

More information:
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• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
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Tom Chapman joins the Catholic Morning Show with an update from the Iowa Statehouse. He discusses current legislative priorities affecting Catholics across Iowa and highlights the importance of faithful civic engagement rooted in Catholic social teaching.

Tom also shares details about the upcoming A(mbrose) to (Gen.) Z Conference, happening April 24–26 in Davenport and hosted by St. Ambrose of Milan Catholic Parish. The conference offers formation and renewal opportunities for Catholics of all generations.

Learn more about the conference:
https://www.stambroseofmilan.com/2026-conference

Steve Ray joins the show to reflect on St. Joseph and the rich biblical connections between him and his Old Testament namesake, Joseph, son of Jacob.

A convert to Catholicism in 1994, Steve is a well-known apologist, author, and pilgrimage leader. He has written three bestselling books published by Ignatius Press:

Crossing the Tiber

Upon This Rock

St. John's Gospel

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• Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
• Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
• The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
• The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
• Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle

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Marcus Grodi, founder of Coming Home Network International, joins Bo Bonner to discuss his new book Learning Contentment: Finding Peace Right Where You Are, published by Sophia Institute Press.

After decades of evangelization and helping converts enter the Church, Marcus reflects on stepping into retirement and embracing a quieter life focused on the essentials.

Highlights include:

Why discontent can lead to poor decisions

St. Ignatius’ wisdom about major life changes

Stability in a noisy world

The beauty of simplicity and rural life

Accepting where God has placed you today

True peace begins not by changing everything — but by surrendering to God’s will right now.

#MarcusGrodi #LearningContentment #CatholicBooks #ChristianPeace #SophiaInstitutePress

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• Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
• Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
• The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
• The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
• Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle

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Deacon Randy Kiel, licensed mental health counselor and founder of Kardia Counseling, joins the Catholic Morning Show to reflect on how Catholic teaching shapes his approach to therapy.

In this conversation:

How Catholicism provides deeper joy and belonging

Integrating prayer and spirituality into counseling

The role of saints like St. Teresa of Avila, St. Joan of Arc, and St. Bernadette in understanding suffering

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Catholic anthropology

Why religious people still need mental health care

Mental health challenges are not a failure of faith — they are part of the human condition, and healing often requires walking with others.

Learn more: https://Kardiacounseling.com

#CatholicMentalHealth #FaithAndReason #CatholicCounseling #SpiritualHealing

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• Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
• Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
• The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
• The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
• Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle

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Deacon Randy Kiel — Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Founder of Kardia Counseling

Topics include:

Integrating spirituality into licensed mental health care

The difference between Catholic and evangelical approaches to psychology

The role of the saints in healing and personal growth

Why suffering and love are inseparable

Why seeking mental health support is fully compatible with a life of faith

Learn more about Cardio Counseling: https://kardiacounseling.com

Marcus Grodi — Founder of Coming Home Network International

After stepping away from decades of leadership in evangelization and passing the baton of the Coming Home Network to the next generation, Marcus reflects on retirement, simplicity, and what it truly means to be content in Christ.

Topics include:

Why contentment is often misunderstood

The danger of making big decisions during discontent

Focusing on what is stable and established

Living the Gospel right where you are

Finding peace in a noisy and restless culture

Listen weekday mornings at 7am CT on Iowa Catholic Radio.

#CatholicMorningShow #IowaCatholicRadio #CatholicMentalHealth #FaithAndReason #MarcusGrodi #ComingHomeNetwork #SophiaInstitutePress #CatholicLife #ChristianContentment

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• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
• The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
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Michele Sagarino, President of Cross Catholic Outreach, shares details about the Water for Life campaign, which focuses on building wells, water systems, and hygiene education programs in areas suffering from unsafe water access. The initiative brings physical healing alongside spiritual outreach rooted in Christ’s mandate to serve the least among us.

#WaterForLife #CrossCatholicOutreach #CleanWater #CatholicService #GlobalMission #FaithInAction

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• Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
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Joe Stopulos, host of Man Up! on Iowa Catholic Radio, looks back at the 2026 Forge Conference and shares key takeaways that inspired and challenged attendees. Forge seeks to form men spiritually, emotionally, and relationally through fellowship, formation, and faith-centered encounters.

#ForgeConference #ManUp #CatholicMen #FaithAndBrotherhood #IowaCatholicRadio

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• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
• The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
• The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
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Jim Bertrand discusses the history and spiritual significance of the Shroud of Turin, focusing on how Catholics can incorporate it into their Lenten prayer life as a meditation aid. The Shroud’s imagery invites believers to gaze upon Christ’s suffering and love, drawing the heart closer to Him during the penitential season.

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Jim Bertrand — Shroud of Turin Expert

Joe Stopulos — Host of Man Up!, Iowa Catholic Radio

Michele Sagarino — President, Cross Catholic Outreach

#CatholicMorningShow #IowaCatholicRadio #ShroudOfTurin #Lent #ManUp #ForgeConference #CrossCatholicOutreach #WaterForLife #CleanWater #CatholicService #CatholicFaith

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• Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe
• Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
• Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
• The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
• The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
• Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle

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