The Inner Life

On today’s show, Fr. Sam Martin joins to discuss Our Lady of Fatima: Impacting The Church & You

• (5:25) Our Lady's Appearances at Fatima

• (13:30) What was the purpose of Our Lady's Apparition and Instructions?

• (17:19) Leslie - The book he mentioned, Red Banners...written by Warren Carol. Daughter was in his classes at Christendom in the 90's. Bought all his books. That book was really different than what people would imagine. Talked about world events, prayers of Pope, and what led up to Fatima. Interesting angle.

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• (25:16) The Rosary: A Weapon Against The Devil

• (33:21) Jan - I used to work for a retinal specialist. Always thought one of the biggest miracles was that nobody went blind (miracle of the sun). 

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• (39:45) First Saturday Devotion

• (47:00) Rick - In our parish, just completed a novena. Novena to Our Lady of Fatima. Been doing it since 1947. Wondering what the benefits of having a novena to Our Lady of Fatima?

On today’s show, Fr. John Paul Erickson joins to help answer Catholic questions on “Ask Me Anything”.

• (11:04) Beth - How do I become Catholic and learn more about it?

• (12:23) Elias - What are the differences between the Catholics and the other Christian denominations? 

• (18:25) Jimmy - What are the differences between the Catholics and the other Christian denominations?

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• (22:37) Are Catholics marginalizing people with their prolife views?

• (23:12) We are pro-flourishing of life.

• (24:12) Jesus comes to save us because human life is worth saving.

• (26:11) Joseph - Lots of divorce and remarriage in our church, and those folks can't take communion. Is there any effort to help these people who have been divorced?

• (30:07) Chip - I'm returning to the faith after being away a long time. I'm unsure how to approach confession.

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• (40:56) Were Jesus and his followers and a cult?

On today’s show, Fr. Nicholas Federspiel joins to reflect on winning the battle for your mind.

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• (26:24) Lupe - What can we do to move our minds towards God?

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• (43:01) Francis - I am 80 years old and have thoughts that I have not been good enough in my life and don't know if I will make it to Heaven.

• (45:53) Ashley - I have family history of dementia. What are mind exercises to lower risk of getting dementia or Alzheimer’s in future?

Notes: Prayer - Jesus, I invite you to interrupt my self-defeating, God-dethroning self-talk. Amen.

Patrick welcomes listeners to a heartfelt conversation about discerning God’s will, focusing on the journey of discovering one's vocation. Father Patrick Hyde shares his personal experience of being drawn to priesthood, while listeners offer moving testimonies of faith renewal, prayer, and the significant role of community and relationships in finding purpose. The episode encourages those who feel distant from their faith, lifting up their stories of struggle, trust, and the daily path toward holiness.

• (00:00:00) Deacon Patrick Reflects on God's Will
• (00:02:17) Introduction to Discerning Vocation
• (00:03:14) Father Hyde Shares His Vocation Story
• (00:08:18) Universal Call to Holiness
• (00:12:46) Foundations: Conscience and Church Teaching
• (00:15:35) Role of Family and Community
• (00:18:46) Testimony: A Marriage Ministry’s Call
• (00:23:01) Where to Begin Vocation Discernment
• (00:28:12) Friendships and Community in Discernment
• (00:29:50) Testimonies: Calls to Priesthood
• (00:33:11) Testimony: Discerning Marriage Over Religious Life
• (00:38:35) Facing Fears and Desires in Discernment
• (00:45:06) Married Life and Priesthood Q&A
• (00:51:00) Final Blessing and Closing Remarks

On today’s show, Fr. Allan Hoffa joins to discuss “what is heaven”?

• (18:00) Gary - Why do you believe God will give you a glimpse of heaven while you're still here on earth?

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• (26:21) Margaret - Will I see my family members in heaven?

• (29:08) Donna - When we die, do we wait until the end of time to go to heaven or hell? Where are we when we actually die?
  • God doesn’t decide whether we go to heaven or hell. Those who have died have chosen heaven or hell. God has just honored their decision.

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• (38:28) What is purgatory?

• (26:21) Margaret - Based on what's been said, different people are going to experience God on a different level on how their life was. Why doesn't purgatory bring everybody up to the same level?

• (48:14) Rose - If you go to confession before you pass, why do you still go to purgatory?

On today's Inner Life, Msgr. Robert Dempsey has conversation with Deacon Patrick about End of Life Issues and the 4 Last Things.

• (11:01) Miles - When we go to a Catholic cemetery we are seeing Death, Judgement, Heaven and hell. 

• (13:33) Joey - Do attacks at the end of life become more intense? If you have sins that you forgot but you didn't confess, will God give us the grace to be able to forgive us at the end of our life

• (16:30) Apostolic Pardon/Blessing

• (18:12) Dawn - Will we feel sad if we make it to heaven if there are people we love who did not make it there

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• (21:20) Jean - My mom passed away 10 years ago. It was like she waited for all of her kids to be there till she passed

• (32:18) Ed - I'll be cremated. I know I need the ground blessed. Will my body come back when Jesus comes back?

• (34:11) Ban on Cremation lifted in 1962 

• (36:19) Donna - Where should I be buried? I had two husbands and I have two saved graved sites and I don't know what to do.

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• (43:54) Have an advanced directive and someone who has power of attorney wo shares your values.

On today’s show, Fr. Dave Heney invites you to “Ask Me Anything”.

• Pauline - Souls in Purgatory. I understand they can't pray for themselves, but can they pray for us? (7:35)

• Andy - Medical ethics: When I was 20, I was involved in an accident and had a brain injury. Is it ethical to suspend artificial nutrition if I was to go into another vegetative state? (14:01)

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• Emilia - Purgatory: My mom passed away 2 years ago. I'm wondering and praying for her. How do you know when they're out or do you just perpetually pray for them? (22:58)

• Richard - Are all the fruits of the mystery of the Rosary focused on Jesus? (29:19)

• Lori - When did the Luminous Mysteries come into existence and is it necessary to say them on a particular day of the week or can I stay with the regular 3 mysteries? (33:07)

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• Julio - I have a problem with addiction. I've recently gone back to the Catholic Church. I've spoken to some people in the church about therapy in general. I heard some say it's not necessary and others say that it is necessary. Is it ok to go to therapy or not? (40:39)

Notes:

Fr. Dave Heney's article on Old Testament Violence

Old Testament Violence - Fr. Dave Heney

Overcoming Pornography Addiction

Integrity Restored – Our mission at Integrity Restored is to help restore the integrity of individuals, spouses, and families that have been affected by pornography and pornography addiction.

On today’s show, Fr. Nicholas Federspiel shows us how to unleash intercessory prayer.

• What is the nature of intercessory prayer? (3:49)

• Susan - Freewill of the person you're praying for (16:14)

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• Martha Mary and Lazarus as an example of intercessory prayer (23:29)

• Marilyn - I don't hear a lot of people just saying 'thank you' to God. (25:48)

• Jeanie - Unanswered prayer. I've been saying the Memorare, and I don't feel I've gotten any answer. Want to know your thoughts on that? (29:03)

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• An example of a Navy Lieutenant about intercessory payer. (38:52)

• Michael - What am I supposed to do in Adoration? (42:41)

On today's show, Fr. Bobby Blood joins to discuss the St. Francis.

• Who was St. Francis? About preaching the Gospel always.  (1:16)

• How does choosing less mirror the spirit of Jesus Himself  (9:02)

• Decision Fatigue (14:17)

• We don't just want to be a cog in a wheel (17:42)

• Fr. Charles Warren - What is the saint's connection to creation and interceding? (20:58)

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• Cindy: St. Francis inspires me to find god in creation (23:20)

• The saints meet us in places we are familiar (25:56)

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• San Damiano Cross and the call from Christ to St. Francis to rebuild my Church. (41:25)

• There is no perfect program, Christ needs you! (44:12)

On today's Inner Life, Fr. Joseph Illo joins to talk about Going Deeper into Sacred Scripture

• There is a hole in your interior life if you are not deeply understanding Sacred Scripture (6:56) 

• Mary - I am a teacher of catechism for many years. I taught the book of Psalms to sophomores. It was a beautiful experience with the 12 children. They could not believe God was really speaking to them through the psalms. (13:00)

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• 15 Points From Sacred Scripture (23:24)

• What Are The Senses of Sacred Scripture? (37:10)

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• You know more Sacred Scripture than you think you do as a Catholic. (39:12)

• Craig - The Didache Bible uses footnotes of quotations from catechism throughout. (42:40)

• The Bible is a Library (48:20)

Notes:

15 Bible Passages Fr. Illo mentioned on the show.

1. Ex 20:1-17 The Ten Commandments
2. Jeremiah 29:11 A Future Full of Hope
3. Psalm 23:1 The Lord is my Shepherd
4. Isaiah 53:5 God’s Suffering Servant
5. John 1:1, 14 The Word was Made Flesh
6. John 14:6 I am the Way
7. John 6:53–55 Whoever eats my Flesh has Eternal Life
8. John 14:1 Let not your Hearts be Troubled
9. Matthew 11:28-30 Take my Yoke upon You
10. Romans 8:28 All Things Work for the Good
11. Mark 12:29-31 The Two Greatest Commandments
12. Matthew 25:40 You did it to Me
13. Matthew 7:13-14 The Narrow Gate
14. Romans 8:13-14 The Flesh and the Spirit
15. Ephesians 6:11 The Armor of God