Women of Grace, Radio

Today, Johnnette spoke about the sacrament of reconciliation and how wise it is to make a good confession very often. Bob from Tulsa, Oklahoma called the program and wanted to know If one has to go to confession prior to receiving communion. We had a Facebook question from Sharon who asked what to do if the priest in the confessional is harsh rather that merciful? Barbara also called to inform Johnnette that she suffers from self loathing and asked for advice.

Today, Johnnette began by asking why Catholic churches are always filled during Easter time and Christmas time? She also told the audience that God wants them to be a light in this very dark world. Michael on Youtube asked for prayer for his pastor who is in the hospital. Mary from Sioux Falls, S.D. was listening on our app and asked for Johnnette’s advice regarding a wayward family member. On Facebook Patricia asked if it’s a sin to buy religious statutes at a thrift store if one is trying to rescue these precious items.

Today, Johnnette spoke about the fact that we live in terrible times and that Jesus said that we will always have troubles. We can always expect to come up against trials however, He’s the only way to victory. Alisha from Lewiston N.Y asked how to accept the fact that she might die very soon from cancer. She asked if she should pray for healing? We also had a Facebook question asking about the holy days of obligation.

Today, Johnnette talked about prayer. She asked if frustration ensues when one’s prayer is not answered. She asked the audience if they wonder why God does this and why? She then retorted: “ Well maybe God has something better in mind”. A Facebook question was asked by Pat from Virginia, he commented on today’s readings. Anthony then called from New York to ask if faith can morph into certainty.

Today, Johnnette talked about prayer. She asked if frustration ensues when one’s prayer is not answered. She asked the audience if they wonder why God does this and why? She then retorted: “ Well maybe God has something better in mind”. A Facebook question was asked by Pat from Virginia, he commented on today’s readings. Anthony then called from New York to ask if faith can morph into certainty.

Today, Johnnette spoke about Saint Joseph. Marie called from New York with a question about indulgences and about Fatima. Margaret from Boston texted to ask about Johnnette’s recommendations regarding prayer for her children. Johnnette suggested the Novena, Mary Undoer of Knots. Paul also called from Kentucky asking if God forgives people who don’t forgive themselves.

Today, Johnnette spoke about the EWTN Family Celebration in Ottawa, Canada. She also took a call from Anne in Toledo, Ohio who wanted to know the difference between confession and Divine Mercy grace? Enga had a question via Youtube asking about succumbing to temptation and sin because she knows that God will forgive her in the confessional.

Today, Johnnette asked her audience this question: Do you believe that your prayers are efficacious? She went on to explain that God always answers our prayers, it’s just that the answer could be “not now.”

Regina called from Charleston, S.C. and wanted to know how can we be sure if someone is in heaven. Dave on U-Tube inquired about the will of God. He asked, “how do we know that we’re doing it and not just being stubborn or obstinate.”

Today, Johnnette invited her audience to the family celebration in Canada. Also, Helaine called from Rochester, N.Y. to tell us how excited that she is to begin her walk with Christ as a true believing Catholic. Johnnette had a special guest in the studio, Cheryl Manfridonia from Domestic Church Media. She spoke about bringing Catholic radio to New York.

At the outset, Johnnette told us how important our Baptism is and that God wants us to renew our Baptismal vows often. On Facebook, Caroline felt that God wasted grace on her as she was asked to leave her parish and she no longer practices her faith. Oscar called from Oregon to tell Johnnette that his daughter was baptized Catholic, but her mother raised her in the Baptist tradition. He asked her to pray with him and also solicited her advice.