In this brief episode, I will share Christmas greeting and blessings on you all.  I also shared the homily I gave for Christmas at St. Joachim/St. Anne Parish in Sun City Arizona.  May you all have a Merry and Blessed Christmas.

In Episode 62  we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”, St. John of the Cross, who truly lived the meaning and truth of the cross.  We will hear a homily for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, telling us about the Mary’s visit to Elizabeth.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will hear from Pope Francis who tells us that the time of forgiveness has begun.  In our segment, “Truth in the Media”, we will discover  a new film about Our Lady of Guadalupe.  In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand.  why people would disrupt Masses at churches in Las Vegas.  Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about  the Catholic church’s position regarding Jews.  All of this plus music from Ira White who call us to be on the  “Road to Holiness”  This and more on Episode 62 of What is Truth.

In Episode 61,  we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”,   Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patroness to the Americas.  We will hear a homily for the Third Sunday of Advent, telling us about the one who is to come who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will learn what the church in New Orleans was able to do in only 24 hours.  In our segment, “Truth in the Media”, we will discover an Advent adventure for children.  In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand why the students in Kentucky are not allowed to advertise their  pro-life activities.  Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about how the church can help those who watch pornography.  All of this plus music from Mark Laurent who reminds us that our Lord is  “Quiet in the Eye of the Storm”  This and more on Episode 61 of What is Truth.

In Episode 60  we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”,   St. Sabas, a founder of the Monastic movement.  We will hear a homily for the Second Sunday of Advent, telling us about the call of the herald of Christ, John the Baptist and what this means for us.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will learn about a priest who had a significant influence in the media.  In our segment, “Truth in the Media”, we will discover a new movie that portrays a dark period in the recent history of the Church.  In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand why the state of Montana will not support religious education.  Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about what the upcoming Year of Mercy is all about.  All of this plus a repeat of music from Chris Muglia who sings “Serenity”  This and more on Episode 60 of What is Truth.

In Episode 59 we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”,   St. Clement of Rome, a Pope who was the first Apostolic Father of the Church.  We will hear a homily for the First Sunday of Advent, reminding us that we must prepare for Christ’s return.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will learn about the upcoming Year of Mercy.  In our segment, “Truth in the Media”, we will discover a new book that looks at reasons for people to be Catholic.  In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand why England has banned an important advertisement from UK movie theaters.  Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about whether the end justifies the means.  All of this plus music from Citizen Way who sings “All Things”  This and more on Episode 59 of What is Truth.

In Episode 58 we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”, St. Rose Philippine Duchesne who despite the wishes of her family served the poor of France.  We will hear a homily for the Solemnity of Christ the King, reminding us that this world will not last forever.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will learn about a priest who risks his life to save others.  In our segment, “Truth in the Media”, we will discover a new book on the life of a saint who served as a soldier for the faith.  In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand what happened to a high school football coached who prayed after a football game.   Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about what real mercy is.  All of this plus music from the Afters who sings “LIfe is Beautiful”  This and more on Episode 58 of What is Truth.

In Episode 57 we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”, Blessed John Duns Scotus who is one of the most influential Franciscans through the centuries.  We will hear a homily for the 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time reminding us that this world will not last forever.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will learn about Pope Francis’ challenge to be servants.  In our segment, “Truth in the Media”, we will discover a new book on the life of a saint.  In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand the Obama administration’s dietary interests in prisons.   Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about how the church defends the poor in Texas..  All of this plus music from After the Chase who sings “Run”  This and more on Episode 57 of What is Truth.

In Episode 56 we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”,  St. Martin of Tours, who was truly a conscientious objector.    We will hear a homily for the 32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time reminding us what giving really means.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will learn about a man who waited 50 years to become a priest.  In our segment, “Truth in the Media”, we will discover a priest who expresses his love for the Church in an unusual way.  In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand what happened to an elderly man who loves Nutella.  Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about police officers and their chaplains who exemplify service. All of this plus music from Kirk William Sauers who sings “Sweet Refuge”  This and more on Episode 56 of What is Truth.

In Episode 55 we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”,  all the saints as we remember All Saints which we celebrate on November 1st.    We will hear a homily for the Solemnity of All Saints about our challenge to live the beatitudes.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will learn about a recent survey of Catholic faith and practice.  In “Truth in the Media”, we will discover 4 musical priests and how they share their gifts.   In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand Oklahoma City’s response to the Ten Commandments.  Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about a recent decision by Planned Parenthood.  All of this plus music from Mark Andre who sings “Hurricane”  This and more on Episode 55 of What is Truth.

In Episode 54 we will first discuss our “Saint of the Week”,  St. Luke, who we believe wrote my favorite gospel as well as the  Acts of the Apostles.  We will hear a homily for the 28th Sunday of Ordinary Time about two Apostles’ demand of Jesus.  In the segment “Catholics in the News”, we will learn about a nun and her use of art.  In our segment, “Truth in the Media”, we will discover a book encouraging conversation between Christians and atheists.   In the segment entitled “I Don’t Get It”, I will try to understand a city’s response to the needs of special needs child.  Finally, during our Truth Topic of the Week, we will discover the truth about what a synod of Bishops is really about .  All of this plus music from Chris Muglia who tell us what we really need in the song “Serenity”  This and more on Episode 54 of What is Truth.