Power & Witness, a podcast by Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA (co-host of EWTN's Life on the Rock) is about the witness of faith through the power of the Holy Spirit in the world today. The title is taken from Acts 1:8, "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses...to the end of the earth."
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Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends (Guest: Mary Claire Kendall)
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Mary Claire Kendall is a Washington-based writer, producer, TV and radio personality, and public speaker. In her book, “Oasis: Conversion Stories of Hollywood Legends” she highlights stories of recovery and conversion in the lives of Hollywood legends we know so well.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Sacramental Marriage, NFP, and more (Guest: Megan Murphy)
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Megan Murphy carries the message of John Paul II’s Theology of the Body to dioceses through marriage preparation and natural family planning classes, and numerous youth and young adult programs and retreats. Megan resides with her husband of 20 years, Neal, in Dunmore, PA where she homeschools their four beautiful daughters.…
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Teaching Children about Jesus in the Holy Eucharist (Guest: Jean Prather)
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Jean Prather talks to Fr. Mark about Catholic Kids 101. See how it started and how it helps educate children on important matters of the faith in a fun and engaging way, especially a guided Eucharistic Holy Hour for children.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Places of Grace (Guest: Fr. Edward Looney)
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Catholic travel, or what we call pilgrimage, has been important in the life of Fr. Edward Looney. His first pilgrimage was with his parish on a local bus trip to see the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion when he was in eighth grade. Since then, he has boarded planes, rented cars, and traveled the world to see sites of Marian apparition, shrines of sai…
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Dating, Love, & Culture (Guest: Brendan McCauley)
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Brendan McCauley was born and raised in Olympia, WA and currently resides in Nashville, TN where he is President & Co-Founder of Humanum Project, writer, and international speaker for the Theology of the Body Institute. He holds a Masters in Theological Studies for Marriage and Family from the Pontifical John Paul II Institute in Washington D.C. an…
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The Transformative Power of Confession (Guest: Fr. Kevin Peek)
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Fr. Kevin Peek is the parochial vicar at St. Monica in Duluth, GA, a suburb of Atlanta. He is also the airport chaplain at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport where he worked to open at 24/7 Eucharistic Chapel.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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The Feminine Genius (Guest: Kris McGregor)
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Kris McGregor is the founder of DiscerningHearts.com, an online resource for the best in contemporary Catholic spirituality.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Healing the Epidemic of Homlessness (Guest: Jess Echeverry)
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Jess Echeverry is a women and family advocate, speaker, author and podcaster. She has survived parental divorce and alcoholism, as well as emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Her testimony includes dark times of physical and sexual violence, teenage pregnancy, years of homelessness, abortion, same sex attraction and two attempts at suicide. In 19…
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Providing Clean, Safe Water in Developing Countries (Guest: Jacob Niemeier)
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Jacob Niemeier is the founder and executive director of Vera Aqua Vera Vita, an organization that works to bring life-giving clean water and sanitation solutions to those in need.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Offering Shelter and Christ to the Needy (Guest: Bob Nowak)
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Bob Nowak joins Fr. Mark, after filming an episode of Life on the Rock, to discuss his missionary work at Brother House and the Legion of Mary. The charitable organizations focus on offering shelter and Christ to the needy.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Debunking the Top Gay Myths (Guest: Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse)
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Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse is the founder of the Ruth Institute, an interfaith international coalition to defend the family and build a Civilization of Love. Dr. Morse was a campaign spokeswoman for California’s winning Proposition 8 campaign, defining marriage as the union of a man and a woman. She has authored or co-authored six books and spoken a…
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Restoring Confidence in Marriage and Family Life (Guests: Monica & Renzo Ortega)
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Renzo and Monica Ortega are Catholic ministry leaders, authors, speakers, and content creators. They host the popular marriage podcast, Two Become Family, and are co-authors of the children’s devotional, Go To Joseph for Children. Renzo is also the author of the men’s devotional, Go To Joseph. Their online marriage apostolate, Two Become Family, ha…
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Serving Impoverished Children & Single Parents in Ethiopia (Guest: Kim Zember)
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Kim moved to Ethiopia when she was 23 years old and by God’s loving hand created Unforgotten Faces. UF is an organization dedicated to supporting impoverished children and single parents in Ethiopia for 17+ years!By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Are you a Child of Divorce? (Guest: Beth Sri)
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Life Giving Sounds is a Catholic ministry to adult children or divorce or separation. They offer Christ-centered healing through retreats, support groups, community, spiritual formation, resources and more.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Ministering to those with Same-Sex Attraction or Gender Dysphoria (Guest: Anna Carter)
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Anna Carter is the co-founder and president of Eden Invitation, a Catholic ministry that seeks to provide community, accompaniment and resources for people who experience same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria and who want to follow Christ and Catholic Church teaching. Growing up, her tenacious faith in Jesus predated awareness of her same sex des…
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Reflections on the March for Life and what lies ahead? (Guest: Jeanne Mancini)
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Jeanne Mancini is the President of the March for Life Education and Defense Fund. In this capacity she proudly directs the small non-profit organization committed to restoring a culture of life in the United States, most notably through the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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How did a Roman Execution turn into a Sacrifice? (Guest: Dr. Scott Hahn)
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Dr. Scott Hahn joins Fr. Mark to talk about how important it is to focus on the sacred mysteries of our Faith particularly why the Eucharist is a sacrifice.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Insights from the Catholic Church in Africa (Guest: Fr. Don Bosco Onyalla)
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Fr. Don Bosco Onyalla, a priest of the Diocese of Rumbek in South Sudan, is the head of EWTN News in Africa. ACI-Africa will be a Nairobi, Kenya-based Catholic news agency, publishing content in English, French and Portuguese. Fr. Don Bosco is a journalist who established and previously oversaw the Catholic News Agency For Africa (CANAA), a project…
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Aquinas and Our Lady (Guest: Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P)
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Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. is a Dominican friar (Order of Friars Preachers) of the Province of Saint Joseph, which is located in the Northeastern portion of the United States. He s an instructor of dogmatic theology at the Dominican House of Studies and an Assistant Director of the Thomistic Institute in Washington, DC. Fr. Gregory is also a regular co…
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Feminism has Abolished Women (Guest: Carrie Gress)
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Carrie Gress is a Fellow at the Washington, D.C. based think-tank, Ethics and Public Policy Center and a Scholar at the Institute for Human Ecology at Catholic University of America. In her latest book, “The End of Women: How Smashing the Patriarchy Destroyed Us,” she discuses how feminism has abolished women. Only a rediscovery of true womanhood—a…
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Cultivating the Unique Calling of Every Person (Guest: Dr. Joshua Miller)
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Joshua is devoted to building a culture in which each one can flourish in his/her personal vocation for building up the Body of Christ and sanctifying the world.He is the co-author with Luke Burgis of Unrepeatable: Cultivating the Unique Calling of Every Person (2018) and a contributing author to The Motivation Code (2020).Joshua is a leader in the…
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Classical Liberal Arts Education in the Catholic Tradition (Guest: Ali Ghaffari)
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Ali Ghaffari is the founder and president of the Divine Mercy Academy located in the Severna Park-Pasadena, Maryland area. A recently retired naval officer whose career spanned 20 years, Ghaffari flew F/A-18 jets and also taught leadership classes at the United States Naval Academy. The Divine Mercy Academy offers a Classical Liberal Arts Education…
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The Writings of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange (Guest: Fr. John Maria Devaney, OP)
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Fr. John Maria Devaney, OP is a Dominican Friar of the Province of St. Joseph currently serving in Hanover, NH at St. Dennis Parish and Aquinas House Catholic Ministry at Dartmouth College. He talks to Fr. Mark about the recent retreat that he gave to a group of Dominican Nuns based on the writings of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange, OP, a French Do…
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St. Faustina's Incredible Journey (Guest: Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle)
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Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle is a well-known Catholic author of more than thirty books, international speaker, EWTN television host, and retreat leader. She is passionate about sharing the Faith and has taught it for almost thirty years. In her most recent book, “Diary of a Future Saint,” Donna-Marie presents the life of St. Faustina in a page-turnin…
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The Relationship Between Faith and Literature (Guest: Dr. Christine Schintgen)
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Dr. Christine Schintgen is the president of Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College where she also teaches literature. Her current interests include Dickens, Dante, and the relationship between faith and literature. She also writes poetry. Christine and her husband Michael live in Barry's Bay with their three children.…
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Joy, Silence, and Truth (Guest: Fr. Augustine Wetta, OSB)
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Fr. Augustine Wetta is the author of Pray. Think. Act. , The Eighth Arrow and Humility Rules. He is a monk of Saint Louis Abbey in Saint Louis, Missouri, where he teaches high school and coaches rugby. He has degrees from Oxford University, Rice University, and Middlebury College. Father Augustine grew up on a tropical island, where he learned to s…
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Mary and the Saints (Guest: Ruthie Dellasega)
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After a life changing encounter with Jesus after an ordinary daily mass 10 years ago, Ruthie has continually sought ways to grow deeper in her relationship with Him. The best way she’s found is through relationship with His mother, Mary. “Mary and the Saints” is a two volume Marian consecration preparation book, a journey with saints and other holy…
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The Art of Crafting Uplifting Music (Guest: Corrinne May)
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Corrinne May is one of Singapore’s most celebrated singer-songwriters. Her best-selling album, 2007’s ‘Beautiful Seed’ was certified platinum in Singapore and her newest album, 2012’s ‘Crooked Lines’ topped the charts in Singapore and attained gold certification within its first month of release. Corrinne has built her career on writing “uplifting …
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Evangelizing the Online Gaming Community (Guest: Jonathan Blevins)
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Jonathan Blevins is a popular online gamer who incorporates the Gospel into his Twitch channel BeardedBlevins, a new media endeavor that seeks to find the good in gaming.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Aidan Gallagher, director of EWTN Ireland, discusses Irish Catholic spirituality and how the network unites and inspires countless souls through engaging programming and a dedicated team.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Reflections on Edith Stein (Guest: Dr. Donald Wallenfang, OCDS)
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Dr. Donald Wallenfang, OCDS, is a Secular Discalced Carmelite, author, and Professor of Theology and Philosophy at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, Michigan. He specializes in phenomenology, hermeneutics, metaphysics and philosophical theology. His research concentrates on the work of Edith Stein (St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross), Emmanuel…
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Why Be Catholic? (Guest: Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM)
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Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM, lived the life of the prodigal son for most of his young adult life. Raised in a nominally Catholic family, who only lived the externals of the faith, Fr. Ken left the Catholic Church for many years. Focused on money, fitness, and success, he made little room for God; but God did not give up on him. Through a series of conversi…
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God Has a Plan for Your Life (Guest: Mother Clare, CFR)
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Mother Clare, CFR is the General Servant (Superior) of the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. Father Mark and Mother engage in a conversation about her personal vocation story.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Mary: Co-Redemptrix, Mediatrix and Advocate (Guest: Msgr. Arthur B. Calkins)
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Monsignor Arthur B. Calkins is a native of Erie, Pennsylvania and was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. His articles on Mariology and spirituality have appeared in both popular and scholarly publications as well as in the acts of congresses and symposia.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Becoming a Man of Virtue (Guest: Paul George)
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Paul George is a renowned Catholic speaker, author, podcaster and retreat leader. He talks to Fr. Mark about tough issues facing men today—struggles in marriage, parenting, suffering, and finding purpose.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Guiding Women to Overcome Spiritual Obstacles (Guest: Crystalina Evert)
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Crystalina Evert, Catholic author and speaker, joins Fr. Mark to talk about her new initiative, “Women Made New.” Every week, in a new EWTN Series, Crystalina delves into the raw and challenging topics that women grapple with in their spiritual journey. She and her guests remind everyone healing is possible and that it’s never too late to start ove…
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The Evangelical Catholic (Guest: Jason Simon)
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During his conversation with Fr. Mark, Jason Simon, the President of The Evangelical Catholic, shared about his personal journey to Catholicism and his mission to empower and assist leaders in launching impactful evangelization movements within their own communities. Through his work with The Evangelical Catholic, Jason is equipping laypeople to le…
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Ivonne Ream is an experienced and certified life and marriage coach. She also serves as the Spanish Director of the Alexander House, a renowned center for fostering hope and healing in marriages and relationships.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Empowering Women to Embrace Their Real Selves (Guest: Cameron Fradd)
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Cameron Fradd is the founder of Among the Lilies, a podcast for woman “who are tired of pretending and ready to be real!” She speaks weekly to a growing community of women about being authentic and real. She spends most of her time raising and homeschooling her four beautiful, energetic children in Ohio, where she lives with her husband, Matt Fradd…
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Renewal in the Church through the Interior Life (Guest: Keven Roerty)
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Souls are leaving the Church. What is the one most crucial thing to provide deeper roots in the next generation of Catholics? Kevin Roerty, director of Souls of the Christian Apostolate, discusses his organization’s efforts to form lay apostles, promote mental prayer and foster renewal in the next generation of the Church.…
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A Musical Journey of Healing and Love in Marriage (Guest: Tony Manfredonia)
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Tony Manfredonia is a Michigan-based singer-songwriter and composer. His work has been performed worldwide by renowned ensembles such as the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the Traverse Symphony Orchestra, the Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra (WMGSO), and more. Through his music, Tony is transparent about the ups and downs of his own…
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The Byzantine Monastic Tradition (Guest: Abbot Moses)
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Prepare to be inspired as Abbot Moses takes us on a journey from his beginnings as a chef to his current role as a newly elected Byzantine abbot at Holy Resurrection Monastery in Wisconsin. In a fascinating conversation with Fr. Mark, he shares insights into the spirituality of Eastern Catholic Monasticism. Through their discussion, you'll discover…
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Mission Possible: Empowering the Catholic Community in Ethiopia (Guest: Mother Clare, CFR)
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Mother Clare, CFR is the General Servant (Superior) of the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. She was born in Germany and spent her childhood moving from base to base with her family, as her father was serving in the U.S. Military. She attended Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio where she studied theology and history. Mother Clare has been…
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Catholicism in Ethiopia (Guest: Abba Michael Tekeste)
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Abba Michael is an Ethiopian Franciscan Priest (Capuchin) Serving in diocese of Harare.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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EWTN Norway (Guest: Paul Johannes Nis)
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Paul Johannes Nis talk to us about his conversion, his work in Norway with EWTN, and reflecting on modern society.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Ignatian Discernment & Prayer (Guest: Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV)
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Fr. Timothy Gallagher helps us understand St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Rules for Discernment and how their insights are invaluable for our spiritual growth today. He also discusses the Exam Prayer as well as Spiritual Consolation/Desolation.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Prayer and Action (Guest: Fr. Gale Hammerschmidt)
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Fr. Gale Hammerschmidt is a priest for the Salina Diocese and currently serving as the Chaplain for St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center at Kansas State University. He is also the founder of Prayer & Action, a ministry that inspires teens to encounter Christ and serve those in need.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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St. Maximilian Kolbe (Guest: Sr. Annamarie Mix)
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Fr. Mark talks to Sr. Annamarie Mix at the Museum of St. Maximilian Kolbe located in Niepokalanów monastery in central Poland. Tour this fascinating museum and and discuss the life of St. Maximilian Kolbe. (Due to technical difficulties the first 35 minutes of audio is poor quality)By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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Pro-Life Advocacy on Campus (Guest: Emily Albrecht)
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Emily Albrecht from the pro-life organization Equal Rights Institute speaks about the ministry of reaching young people and changing hearts about abortion.By Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
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The Rome Boys (Guests: Tony Frasco, Chris Martin, & Joe Matthiesen)
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Rome Boys is a Catholic Show with Tony the Theologian (Cradle Catholic), Chris the Entrepreneur (Convert) and Joe the Farmer (Revert) as your hosts. They take a topic and discuss it from three different perspectives. Tony has a BA and MA in Theology and taught Theology for 11 years. Chris has had success in a variety of jobs throughout his career. …
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