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This week in the interview segment of Vatican Insider, I welcome Jacob Stein, a native of Omaha, Nebraska, who is working on his licentiate in dogmatic theology at the Angelicum in Rome. He has a fascinating story and passion and apostolate which he shares with us. That passion is called CRUX STATIONALIS and I am guessing many of you have seen his work on his website dedicated to that as well as what he has done for EWTN projects, ChurchPOP, etc. Jacob talks about how he came to Rome, his studies at the Angelicum, his favorite station churches and a special apostolate with a Roman Archconfraternity that helps the poor and needy and has a special devotion to care for pilgrims.

Can you please explain the reason and duty of Eucharistic ministers? What does it mean to be baptized into Moses? What is allowed in the sanctuary? and more on today's Open Line with Colin Donovan.

Father Joseph Aytona joins to discuss Walking with Mary at Our Lady of Champion Shrine in Wisconsin.

This week’s guest is Allison Fields a former division one volleyball player for Texas A&M now working on a college campus as a Catholic spiritual guide.

Was the Blessed Mother a vegetarian?, how many times to you have to go to Mass to be saved?, and a question about unlawful marriages and Matthew 19:1-9.

On today's Take 2, Jerry & Debbie discuss The Real Presence with callers.

Flannery O’Connor scholar Jessica Hooten Wilson gives her take on the film Wildcats and what animates the Catholic 20th century writer’s prophetic imagination. Franciscan University of Steubenville’s president Fr. David Pivonka joins us to explain why Franciscan University has pushed back against the new interpretation of the Title IX rule.

Happy feast of Sts. Philip and James! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell observe the First Friday of May by talking about the Sacred Heart Devotion with Emily Jaminet from Welcome His Heart. Other guests include Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston to preview the Sunday Mass readings, plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

Join Johnnette for Women of Grace on EWTN Radio! It's a Glory to God Friday, where Johnnette discusses our daily opportunities to be what God calls us to be, and give glory for it!

Seeing signs of trouble in your relationships? We’ll help you turn things around. 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.

How can we know what Christ taught? Guest Host Marcus Peter talks with Gary Michuta.

Today Deacon Harold takes us into the Soulful Psalms with Psalm 15

Jesus calls us to be perfect as the heavenly Father is perfect. This "perfection in Christ" that we seek in faith must integrate the spiritual and temporal dimensions of the human person. Deacon Harold looks into how we can find God in jobs and in the Soulful Psalms we look at Psalm 15.

Fr. Brian gives us a lesson on the theology of work. How can we distinguish which Old Testament rules to follow? How can I communicate with my guardian angel? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Brian Mullady.

Dr. Anders addresses Carol's question about a St. Athanasius quote. Can man become God?

Parenting’s a tough job and being a Catholic parent in today’s world is especially challenging. If you’ve got parenting questions, we’ve got the answers you're looking for! 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.

May is Mary's Month. How do you show your devotion to the Blessed Mother?

Join Johnnette as she discusses Our Blessed Mother in her month of May. Looking at how non-Catholic (protestant) scholars may be taking another look at how they view Mary. Listeners call in with questions, including a caller who is concerned over her daughter who was told she was going to hell for having a girlfriend. This and more on EWTN Radio's Women of Grace!

Brig Sorber, co-founder of Two Men and a Truck, shares his reversion to the faith.

Is reincarnation in the Bible? Was Paul brought back from the dead after being stoned? Why is the Father greater than Jesus? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Mitch Pacwa.

Why do Catholics pray prefab prayers?, immersion Baptism, Deutorcanonical books from the Old Testament and more.

Today Deacon Harold takes us into the Soulful Psalms with Psalm 139

God is love. This is the most basic and fundamental reality of all creation and existence. God is love. This perfect truth is the fabric that binds the entire universe together and it is God's love that gives all things life, meaning, and purpose. Today Deacon Harold explains on another Word of God Wednesday and join us in the Soulful Psalms with Psalm 139.

Whom or What Are You Praying For? Post here or call Take 2 at 1-833-288-3986 with your prayer intentions.

Feeling Stressed? Let us help you get to a healthier place. 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.

Johnnette welcomes blogger and Women of Grace contributor Sue Brinkmann to the show for Wacky Wednesday. Today, Sue and Johnnette explore the dangers of the "New Age". Hear from listeners who have questions on reiki, new age issues, and an alien called Latwii.

We celebrate the (belated) Feast of St Catherine of Siena with Fr. Thomas McDermott.

Happy feast of St. Joseph the Worker! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk about St. Joseph as a model for all of us in our daily work. Guests include Gary Zimak from Following the Truth, Fr. Augustine Wetta with more wisdom from the Desert Fathers, and Dr. Jacob Imam, founder of the College of St. Joseph the Worker. Plus news, weather, sports, and more...

The faithful are born anew by Baptism, strengthened by the sacrament of Confirmation, and receive in the Eucharist the food of eternal life. Today Deacon Harold is talking about the sacrament of Baptism as well as diving into part 1 of Psalm 42 in the Soulful Psalms.

Today Deacon Harold takes us into the Soulful Psalms with part 1 of Psalm 42

How can the greater good come from God's permissive will?

Join us for our monthly Unscripted. You can ask anything, make a comment or give a suggestion, even revisit past shows. It is an open forum just for you.

Fr. Wade gives us a teaching on Saints whose bodies resisted corruption, and discusses faith, family, fellowship, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Wade Menezes.

Join Johnnette Williams and special guest apologist John Martignoni for Women of Grace on EWTN Radio! Today, Johnnette and John discuss Mary and the topic of apologetics in the Catholic Church. We hear from listeners who are curious about what the "3 days of darkness" is, and look for suggestions on how to interact with other Christians on the topic of Mary. All this and more on EWTN Radio's Women of Grace on EWTN Radio!

Are you grieving? Whether you’ve lost a loved one or you’re sad about a change you’ve had to make in your life, let us help you find the next steps toward healing. 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.

Guest Host Marcus Peter discusses the anti-Israel protests on college campuses with Jay Greene and Dr. Sara Hulse Kirby looks at what Henri de Lubac has to say to Gen Z.

Why should I give my life to Jesus + Should I be charismatic?

“Those who keep God’s commandments remain in Him, and He in them, and the way we know that He remains in us is from the Spirit He gave us.” Today Deacon Harold talks about how we grow and are fruitful the more we are connected to God. Plus. in the Soulful Psalms, we are looking into the back half of Psalm 139.

Today Deacon Harold takes us into the Soulful Psalms with Psalm 139 part 2

Happy feast of Pope St. Pius V! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell look at his life and legacy as a successor of St. Peter. Guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts on personal prayer, and Kris McGregor from Discerning Hearts to unpack a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

What is the soul? What is the role of the deacon in the Catholic Church? What happens to the souls of the miscarried? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. John Trigilio.

Valid or invalid baptism and differences in views of our sinful condition.

On today's Take 2, do miracles really happen? Callers share their miracle stories.

Join Johnnette Williams for Women of Grace on EWTN Radio! Today, Johnnette answers questions from the mailbag! Email your questions to womenofgrace@ewtn.com or by calling the EWTN Radio Listener comment line at 1-205-795-5773

Personal or relationship problems cluttering up your life? Let us help sweep them away! 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.

Happy feast of St. Catherine of Siena! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchel discuss her life and legacy as a Doctor of the Church. Guests include Fr. John Gavin with more wisdom from the Church Fathers, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more...

Scott Hahn joins us with Biblical wisdom for exiles on the journey home.

There are so many misconceptions about the Sacrament of Reconciliation. We want you to be able to receive the healing graces of this powerful sacrament with confidence. So on this episode of The Spirit World, Debbie and Adam talk to Fr. Doug Brown, who is a pastor in Cleveland and the chaplain for the EWTN affiliate AM 1260 The Rock.

Debbie Cowden welcomes back Crystalina Evert, Claire Couche and Kristine Mauss to discuss suffering. They’ll tell you about their journeys of finding joys amid so much suffering

the word on The Word – Fifth Sunday of Easter, Year B John 15:5 "I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in me, and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing." Have you heard Jesus' teaching about the vine and the branches? Veronica and Melissa ponder the analogy and how we can be fruitful branches. For Sunday's Reading: https://origin.ewtn.com/catholicism/daily-readings/2024-04-28

When you look at all the events that are occurring around us, you realize that our modern world has slipped into a pagan existence not unlike the times of early Christianity. But, we are not left without hope, The Church is truly a light in the darkness for our families.

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they talk with Susan Brinkmann about her compendium, "Learn to Discern." Don't miss out as they discuss discerning between new age practices and authentic Catholic spirituality!

Guests: Sister Carolina of the Oblate Sisters of the Holy Spirit discussing the Miracle of Blessed Elena Guerra + JoAnne VonZwehl, President of the Rosa Mystica Foundation

Crystalina Evert sits down with Marisa de Lecce as Marisa recounts her journey and struggle with infertility issues. #infertility. #Catholic #pregnancy #woman #infertilityawareness

This weekend, Host Ace McKay checks in with “The Catholic Gentleman” as we talk about why men are afraid of failure and how to change it and “Catholic Review Radio” welcomes Christian recording artist Matt Maher talking about fatherhood and how he shapes his music through his own life experiences.

Welcome to Vatican Insider on this final weekend of April. I don’t know about you but I find it kind of scary how fast time flies! Tempus fugit, as my Mom used to say, especially at the end of summer vacation! In the interview segment this week, I feature Part II of my conversation with Michael Warsaw, Chairman of the Board & Chief Executive Officer of EWTN. As you heard in Part I last week, we spoke when he was in Rome recently for the blessing of the new, additional EWTN office space. I reprise a little of that conversation by talking about the history of the EWTN Rome bureau, from a humble office in my home as the first bureau chief to the latest premises. Michael then goes on tell us about the future of EWTN. You will be amazed and delighted at what’s on the horizon!

Welcome to Vatican Insider on a special weekend here in the Eternal City. Sunday is April 21st and that is the Natale di Roma, the birthday of Rome. This year marks the 2,777th anniversary of the city’s legendary foundation by Romulus (of Romulus und Remus) on April 21, 753 BC! Lot of great events planned for Sunday! The interview segment this week on VI features a really special guest, Michael Warsaw, Chairman of the Board & Chief Executive Officer of EWTN. We spoke when he was in Rome for the blessing of the newest EWTN offices. In Part I we talk about the history of the EWTN Rome bureau, from a humble office in my home as the first bureau chief to the large, beautiful new premises. Next week we will look at the future of EWTN.

Is someone (or something) making you ready to explode? Let us help defuse the situation, reclaim your calm and find grace-filled solutions. 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.

Are all pope's saints?, who was Melchizedek, clergy sexual abuse, and if one is excommunicated can they be brought back?

This week’s guest is Fr. Burke Masters, former collegiate baseball, who talks about his book A Grand Slam for God.

Today Deacon Harold is talking about the transforming power of the Eucharist. The Dynamic Deacon is speaking from the 11th Annual Central Texas Catholic Men's Conference in Austin, TX at San Jose Catholic Church.

Columbia's Catholic chaplain Father Roger Landry offers insights into how Catholics can best respond to campus protests.

Experiencing relationship problems? Not sure what to do next? We’ll help you set a course toward healing. 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.

Our society’s fear of death makes it hard to appreciate the anointing of the sick. Roger Nutt from Ave Maria University gives us a re-introduction to the sacrament.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston to preview the Sunday Mass readings. They also welcome Bobby Schindler from the Life and Hope Network, and cover all the latest news weather, sports, and a whole lot more…

Join Johnnette Williams for this "Best of' Women of Grace on EWTN Radio! Hear Johnnette speak with and help a caller whose fifteen year-old nephew is identifying as a female. Stay tuned as listeners call in to relate and give assistance and reflect on their own childhood and struggles with parenting. All this and more on EWTN Radio's Women of Grace with Johnnette Williams!

Two mothers had the courage to choose life in the face of death. Register contributor Nicole Leblanc tells an inspiring story of faith and friendship with Jessica Hanna. Catholic Answers COO Jon Sorensen shares his perspective on the stumbling block his organization met when trying to evangelize through the latest technologies.

How do we pray for those in Purgatory? Is it a sin to leave the Catholic Church to join another denomination? When does the soul enter the body? and more on today's Open Line with Colin Donovan.

Today Deacon Harold takes us into the Soulful Psalms with Psalm 19A

What do we do when loved ones have left the church? Deacon Harold gives suggestions and takes your calls as we tackle this growing topic. Also in the Soulful Psalms we look more into Psalm 119

Why call priests "father"?

On tomorrow’s Take 2: “When Your kids don’t want to visit you…” Post here or call 1-833-288-3986. #parentalalienationawareness

Fr. Brian gives us a lesson on Christ being the Good Shepherd. Can you explain Tertullian’s comment that “The soul is naturally Christian”? If I have to receive absolution from a priest, does this mean Jesus didn’t pay the price for sin on the cross? and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Brian Mullady.

Join Johnnette as she looks in to the Women of Grace mailbag! Email your question to womenofgrace@ewtn.com or call and leave your question or comment for Johnnette at 1-205-795-5773

Happy feast of St. Mark the Evangelist! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Benjamin Lewis to look at an ancient hymn that unpacks Mark’s life. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss St. Benedict Joseph Labre as a patron saint of mental health. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

Are you struggling to meet your own or other people’s expectations? Tired of jumping through hoops and feeling like you’re always letting someone down? Let us help! 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.

Guest Host Marcus Peter and Matthew Bunson discuss the state of the Church in Asia and other Church news.

Today Fr. Mitch is feeling Groovy, answering your questions on Nicodemus and how to handle your grandkids when your own won't take them to Mass.

Today Deacon Harold takes us into the Soulful Psalms with Psalm 119A

Jesus came not to condemn but to save: to give us the gift of everlasting life. Strengthened by the Eucharist, let us go forward in hope to become living sacraments of God's divine life, and true signs and witnesses His merciful love and forgiveness to the world. Today, Deacon Harold opens John 8 to talk about the adulterous woman for Word of God Wednesday. Also, Psalm 119A in the Soulful Psalms.

Entry 811 - Unfathomable Mercy At The Hour of Death

Can a Catholic and Protestant be married without bishop approval?, Catholics and the Sabbath, and consecrated hands.

On tomorrow’s Take 2, Jerry & Debbie want know: do you have a special someone whose birthday you always remember? Post here or call 1-833-288-3986.

Join Johnnette Williams and Wacky Wednesday guest Sue Brinkmann for a look into the weird and wacky world we live. Today, a look into false prophets and using the gift of discernment.

Monica Miller and Guest Host Marcus Peter discuss how you can voice your support before the sentencing of pro-life rescuers and Dr Timothy Kearns explores our place in the Cosmos.

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Augustine Wetta to discuss the difference between good sorrow and bad sorrow. Other guests include Gary Zimak from Following the Truth, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers.

Today Deacon Harold takes us into the Soulful Psalms with Psalm 19b

What are the things you do as a family that keep you rooted in your faith or walk with God. Deacon Harold shares ideas on practical tips to help you and pass on to your kids. Also, we look at Soulful Psalms with Psalm 19b.

The difference between repentance and Confession, when was Saul, Paul, and a Sola Scriptura question.

On today's Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie: Are you experiencing any stress in your prayer? Share what you are going through here or call 1-833-288-3986.

Fr. Wade gives us a teaching on the twelve fruits of the Holy Spirit, and discusses faith, family, fellowship, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Wade Menezes.

Sometimes it’s hard to know what’s the loving thing to do. And some people are just hard to love. When do you speak up and when do you offer it up? Let us help you love…gracefully. 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.

Join as host Johnnette Williams welcomes Dr. Peter Kleponis. together they discuss how pornography is destroying Catholic marriages, the lives of children and adults.

Have your kids or other loved ones left the faith? We’ll help you bring them back. 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.

Guest Host Marcus Peter and Mark Giszczak discuss what every Catholic should know about suffering.

Happy feast of St. George! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the life and legends surrounding the dragon slayer who’s among the patron saints of England. Guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks, and Kris McGregor.

Holy Scripture, brethren, cries out to us, saying, "Everyone who exalts himself shall be humbled, and he who humbles himself shall be exalted" (Luke 14:11). Today Deacon Harold talks about what it means to have true humility and the 3 degrees of humility. Also, in the Soulful Psalms he looks into Psalm 119.

Today Deacon Harold takes us into the Soulful Psalms with Psalm 119

People who are struggling with their own gender identity deserve to know the truth. Deacon Harold and expert John Birsch break it down today and also discuss Psalm 135 and its connection to clear understanding.