Peter provides an inspiring meditation on the life of St. Mary Magdalen.

Segment 1: How Guilt can Set us Free

It has become a popular trope to criticize or mock Catholics for being “preoccupied” with guilt. But there is a distinction between healthy Catholic guilt and hopeless shame. Properly understood, guilt can set us free. Dr Greg Popcak has more.

Segment 2: Meet England’s new Catholic Prime Minister

Andy Burnham was officially named the leader of Britain’s governing Labour Party on July 17, paving the way for him to become the United Kingdom’s first prime minister to enter office publicly identifying as a Catholic. Joanna Bogle tells us more about him.

Segment 3: Proclaiming Jesus to Our Jewish Friends (2 segments)

The entire Christian faith is an overflow of a tree that began with a true Abrahamic heritage: the Hebrew people. In his letter to the Romans, St. Paul prophesies of us that the deliverer will come from Zion and that the gifts and call of God are irrevocable. And therefore, there is an onus of evangelization of our Jewish brothers and sisters. Tom Nash has more.

“What did the early church believe about the Eucharist?” This question opens a discussion on foundational beliefs, while also addressing the serious implications of Church teaching on moral responsibilities, such as the obligation to care for those in need, and the perceived disparities in how the Church treats traditional versus liberal interpretations of faith.

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Program #739

Description: Instruction on the Catechism of the Catholic Church and other topics critical to those seeking answers to life’s greatest questions

Do you feel like you’re running on fumes — spiritually, emotionally, or otherwise — with nothing left to give? We'll help you find rest and get refueled. Dr. Greg and Lisa will help you solve your problems with relevant, relatable and achievable tools and solutions straight from the genius of the Theology of the Body. It is the life you were meant to live! To make a telecounseling appoint with Dr. Greg or one of his associates, call 800-274-4658.

Guest: Bill Donaghy

Senior Lecturer and Content Specialist

Having worked in mission, evangelization, and education since the early 1990s, Bill joined faculty of the TOB Institute in 2010 and became a full-time member of the team as content specialist in 2013. With a background in visual arts, philosophy, and systematic theology, he has given talks and retreats to bishops, priests, deacons, religious, and the lay faithful throughout the country and internationally. Bill is the co-author with Chris Stefanick of the popular program RISE: 30 Day Challenge for Men and is a proud husband and father of four.