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Sparks of Mercy

The Marian Fathers

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Produced from the grounds of the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy, Sparks of Mercy is a conversation about books, words, and God's Word given to us through the Bible, Catholic Tradition, and the created order. Senior Writer/Editor Christopher Sparks interviews Marian Press authors, readers, and just plain faithful folks in order to hear the voice of the Holy Spirit speaking to us today.
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What do Catholics believe about the Eucharist? Why? What evidence is there for the truth of Catholic belief in the Eucharist? One of the official Eucharistic preachers assigned by the current national revival, Fr. Andy Davy, MIC, addresses many common questions, misconceptions, or misunderstanding about the Eucharist and the Real Presence of Jesus …
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered how online attacks can affect educators' lives? Join us as we explore real stories of resilience and strategies to combat doxing in the teaching community. In today's digital age, educators face increasing threats of online harassment, especially those advocating for LGBTQ+ inclusivity in schools. Learn how these …
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Angels. In many people’s minds, they’re a New Age phenomenon, one that rational people ignore. But the true history of Christian history tells us a very different story, as Marge Steinhage Fenelon explains in her new book exploring a powerful devotion: the St. Michael Chaplet. In this wide-ranging conversation, Fenelon discusses the existence, role…
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Ask A Queer Educator Have you ever wondered how queer educators navigate their identities across different cultural landscapes? In today's globalized world, queer educators face a myriad of challenges and triumphs as they strive to create inclusive environments for their students. Understanding these diverse experiences can shed light on strategies…
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Ask A Queer Educator What does it mean to teach while queer? Join host Bryan Stanton as he dives into the stories of transgender educators paving the way for inclusivity in academia. In a world where LGBTQIA+ rights and representation remain a pressing issue, the journey of transgender educators provides critical insights into navigating challenges…
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Ask A Queer Educator Have you ever wondered what it's like to teach while queer? Dive into the stories of educators navigating identity and inclusion in today's classrooms. In a world where educational environments often struggle with inclusivity and representation, LGBTQ+ educators face unique challenges. These episodes highlight personal journeys…
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Ask A Queer Educator Have you ever felt the weight of hiding a part of yourself just to fit in? Join us as Elisa Greb, a middle school English teacher, shares her journey from concealing her queer identity for a decade to embracing it openly in the classroom. Elisa's story resonates deeply with anyone navigating identity in a professional setting. …
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Ask A Queer Educator What was it like growing up queer in a conservative environment? Join Kirsten Jenna Lee as she shares her journey from self-discovery to creating safe spaces for queer youth in South Africa. In a world where acceptance and understanding of LGBTQ+ identities vary widely, Kirsten's story highlights the challenges and triumphs of …
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever felt like you didn't fit into the mold society set for you? In this compelling episode, Dr. Carla Stephens shares her journey of self-discovery as a queer, Black woman navigating societal expectations and finding empowerment through authenticity. Dr. Stephens' experiences highlight the challenges of intersectionality—being…
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Growing up near the Marian Fathers on Eden Hill, Vinny Flynn was influenced by their proclamation of Divine Mercy from an early age. His later service leading their Editorial Department, helping edit the English-language edition of the Diary of St. Faustina, and helping create some of the best-known Divine Mercy publications (such as the Divine Mer…
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Ask A Queer Educator Have you ever wondered how LGBTQ+ educators navigate their identities in the classroom? Join us as Craig Aarons-Martin shares his inspiring journey from teacher to consultant, offering bold solutions for empowering youth and educators. In today's world, understanding and supporting LGBTQ+ students and educators is crucial for f…
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered what it's like to transition from a passionate classroom teacher to founding an educational collective? Join Gab and Victoria as they share their journey from traditional teaching to pioneering change in Baltimore City. As former educators deeply embedded in the education system, Gab and Victoria understand the ch…
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Ask A Queer Educator Have you ever considered how personal experiences shape professional paths? Join us as Damon shares his journey from navigating queer identity to advocating for inclusivity in education. Damon's story resonates with the challenges many LGBTQ+ individuals face in educational settings, from early memories of bullying to advocatin…
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered how being a queer educator shapes your teaching approach? Dive into Brandon Box-Higdem's journey from coming out in 1993 to creating a safe space in classrooms today. Brandon Box-Higdem's experience as a queer educator in Arkansas highlights the challenges and triumphs of navigating a complex educational landscape…
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered how your identity impacts your career? Join Steph, a career coach specializing in LGBTQ+ and underrepresented groups, as she reveals the secrets to navigating workplaces authentically. In today’s world, where inclusivity and authenticity are more valued than ever, understanding how to integrate your identity into …
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The closer you get to Jesus Christ, the more you have to offer everyone, whether young or old, male or female, rich or poor. That’s why Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle, author of Diary of a Future Saint: Faustina’s Incredible Journey, wrote a book for everyone about the Secretary and Apostle of the Divine Mercy. In this interview, she discusses why this…
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Ask A Queer Educator Are you curious about the challenges and triumphs of being openly queer in a school setting? Join us as Zachary Zahand shares his journey from private preschool to middle school theater, revealing how embracing his identity reshaped his teaching career. In today's educational landscape, creating inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ stud…
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered how educators can authentically integrate their queer identity into the classroom? Join us as Nicky Meindl, a middle school special education teacher, shares their journey of self-discovery and how they navigate being non-binary and queer in a school environment. In today's world, understanding and accepting diver…
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Many Catholics have heard the term “the Immaculate Conception.” Many also don’t know what it means, or why it matters to them. Father Thaddaeus Lancton, MIC, author of Shining in Spotless Splendor: Consecration to the Immaculate Conception, explains that, and discusses how the heart of the founding charism of the Marian Fathers is God’s work of san…
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Ask A Queer Educator Have you ever wondered what it's like to navigate the education system as a queer educator? Join Andre, an adjunct professor and creator of House of Legends, as he shares his journey and insights in this compelling episode. In today's episode, Andre discusses the challenges he faced growing up in Catholic school, where he was c…
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered how being openly queer can shape a teacher's journey in the classroom? Discover a candid conversation with Anonymous (he/him), a seasoned orchestra educator, as he shares his unique perspective. In this episode, we delve into how a gay cisgendered man navigates teaching in the Southwestern United States, blending …
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered how being queer intersects with teaching high school science? Listen in as Autumn, a non-binary educator, shares their journey from discovering asexuality to embracing a non-binary identity. In today's episode, we explore Autumn's experience navigating identity discovery amidst teaching biology and forensic scienc…
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered how elementary school students navigate questions about gender and identity? Join us as we delve into a candid conversation with Anonymous, a dedicated school counselor running GSAs for elementary kids. In today's episode, we explore the crucial role of GSAs in elementary schools and how they provide a safe space …
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Ask A Queer Educator Ever wondered how music education can shape inclusivity in today's classrooms? Join Am're and Bryan as they discuss their journeys through music, education, and navigating identity in conservative spaces. Am're and Bryan share personal stories of growing up queer in Oklahoma and Texas, discussing the challenges of reconciling t…
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Ask A Queer Educator Have you ever wondered what it's like to navigate identity and acceptance in the teaching profession? Join us as Michael Gagnon shares his journey as a gay high school English teacher in Connecticut. Michael’s story highlights the challenges of self-acceptance and societal judgment, reflecting broader issues of inclusion and em…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 22 Strap in for an intimate journey through the world of queer education with myself, Brian Stanton, and the exceptional Julio Carpio (he/they). Together, we navigate the nuanced path of teaching with pride amid today's societal complexities. Julio, a non-binary Latinx educator, shares th…
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Ask A Queer Educator Have you ever felt invisible in a place where you should belong? Join SJ Janjua as they share their journey from being a closeted teacher to empowering LGBTQ+ educators and students. In today's climate, creating inclusive environments in schools remains crucial. SJ's experiences highlight the challenges queer educators and stud…
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Ask A Queer Educator How does queerness intersect with education today? Join E Ciszek, a college professor and parent, as they discuss navigating queerness in academia and parenting in today's educational landscape. In this episode, E Ciszek shares their journey as a queer youth and how it shaped their understanding of identity and advocacy in educ…
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It takes a special grace for an author to summarize and share the teachings of Catechism of the Catholic Church, let alone to make reading those teachings easy and enjoyable. And yet Dame of Malta and radio host Peggy Stanton has done it, in the recently released The Order of Malta Minutes with the Catechism: A Pocket Guide to the Catechism of the …
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 19 Ever wondered how the simple choice of pronouns can shape a student's educational journey? Join me as we unravel the tapestry of queerness and education with the help of James Young, an educator who personifies the intersection of cultural and queer identity. We wade into the depths of…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 18 Ever found yourself at the crossroads of identity and profession, especially within the halls of academia? Grant Moss, an associate professor of English at Utah Valley University, joins us for a candid discussion about his lived experience as a gay educator in a traditionally conservat…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 17 Have you ever wondered how the threads of personal history, activism, and education weave together to shape our understanding of critical social issues? I, Brian Stanton, am thrilled to share a compelling conversation with Ed Sperin, an extraordinary individual whose life as an older g…
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Graphic designer Sam Estrada came from a Catholic family, but it took encountering the lives of the saints to draw him deeply into his faith. That love of the saints helped inspire his work illustrating Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC’s graphic novel The Chaste Heart of St. Joseph. In this interview, Sam shares about his faith, his work with Fr. Calloway,…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 16 Do you ever wonder what it's like navigating academia as a 2S LGBTQ+ educator? We've got an incredibly enlightening conversation for you! We're joined by A Pollicino, a brilliant museum educator and a trans non-binary agender individual on a mission to transform our educational system.…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 15 Join us on a journey of understanding and self-discovery with Annabel Flemate, a passionate pre-K and TK teacher who uses sign language as another creative tool for connecting with her students. Reflecting on her own experiences as a queer student, Annabelle shares how the support of h…
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We can make a difference to the eternal destiny of our friends, family, and loved ones if only we pray for them now and at the hour of their death, explains Dr. Bryan Thatcher, founder of the Eucharistic Apostles of The Divine Mercy. Discussing At the Bedside of the Sick and Dying: A Guide for Parish Ministry, Family, and Friends, a booklet he coau…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 13 Imagine a classroom where textbooks are set aside and real-world experiences take center stage. That's exactly what our guest Alicia Arballo (she/her) did in her illustrious 36-year teaching career. With a deep-rooted love for physics and an unwavering commitment to hands-on learning, …
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 12 Join us as we take a deep exploration into the life of an extraordinary individual, Casper Oliver (he/they/fae). Casper, a proud non-binary educator and advocate, takes us on a journey from his humble beginnings in rural Indiana to his current life in Oregon. A wealth of experience in …
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2 Episode 11 How does a queer, non-binary AFAB individual navigate through a conservative, all-female Catholic high school and find their identity? What if the era is the early 2000s and technological resources are bare to none? Meet our guest, Keri McDonough (they/them), who shares this fascinating…
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Our Lady of Fatima called him back to the full practice of his faith, to a priestly vocation, and to the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Now, the Most Rev. Joseph Roesch, MIC, is the Superior General of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception and author of Fatima: A Pilgrimage with Mary. In this interview, he shares thoughts on…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 10 Ever wondered how a queer educator navigates through the intricacies of faith, education, and identity? Well, strap in for a deep dive into a unique intersection of life and learning with our guest, Jake Brown (he/him). Raised in a small, Catholic mining town in Arizona, Jake's experie…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer, Season 2, Episode 9 Ever felt like you're living a future that didn't exist in your childhood? That's the extraordinary journey of Aaron Rupchand-Kokotek (he/him), a queer science teacher who navigated his self-discovery in a conservative Jewish school. Our chat explores his queer awakening, the remarkable…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer: Season 2, Episode 8 Ever wish you had a clear, accessible resource to navigate the complexities of gender and sexuality when you were just a kid? Meet Lindz Amer (they/them), a creator, author, educator, activist, and performer, who is changing the narrative with their ground-breaking web series, Queer Kid…
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Ask A Queer Educator Teaching While Queer: Season 2, Episode 7 Have you ever considered the complexities of navigating classrooms as a queer student or teacher? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Finn Menzies (he/him), a skilled educator with experiences spanning from preschool to community college. We delve headfirst into Finn's journey…
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Ask A Queer Educator Welcome to an intriguing conversation with Willie Edward Taylor Carver Jr (he/him), the 2022 Kentucky Teacher of the Year, an advocate for LGBTQ+ students, and a proud gay Appalachian. Willie's story of growing up queer amidst the 90s AIDS narrative and his experience of finding solace in school during his tumultuous childhood …
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What would it have been like living in the days of Jesus’ earthly life and ministry? Jacqueline St. Clare asked herself that question, and Esther’s Eyes: A Novel is the result. In this interview, Jacqueline talks about her preparation to write this ambitious book, including her education, visits to the Holy Land, and how she invites us to see the H…
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Ask A Queer Educator In this episode Bryan (he/they) speaks with Jacob Boergesson (he/him) about teaching, professional development, cosplay, and leaving the profession. What would you say if I told you that cosplay could be a powerful tool in the world of education? Intriguing, right? In our exclusive chat with Jacob Boergesson, a seasoned teacher…
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