Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.
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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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Divine Mercy In Our Souls: Thoughts Of St. Faustina
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For many people, enduring the suffering and death of a loved one can challenge their faith or lead them away from God. For Fr. James Cervantes, MIC, the loss of his teenage brother to cancer led him instead to God, St. Faustina, and the Divine Mercy message and devotion. In this powerful interview, he shares what St. Faustina’s writings said to him…
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The Bread Of Life: Renewing Your Devotion To The Sacrament Of Mercy, The Holy Eucharist
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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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Defend Us in Battle: The Promises of St. Michael and the Heavenly Angels
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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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Mercy's Gaze: 100 Readings from Scripture & the Diary of St. Faustina
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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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"Diary Of A Future Saint: Faustina's Incredible Journey" with Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle
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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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"Shining In Spotless Splendor: Consecration To The Immaculate Conception" with Fr. Thaddaeus Lancton, MIC
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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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"The Order of Malta Minutes with the Catechism" with Peggy Stanton
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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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"The Chaste Heart of St. Joseph: A Graphic Novel" with Illustrator Sam Estrada
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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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"At the Bedside of the Sick and Dying" with Dr. Bryan Thatcher
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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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"Fatima: A Pilgrimage with Mary" with Most Rev. Joseph Roesch, MIC
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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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"Through Esther's Eyes" with Jacqueline St. Clare
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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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"The Gospel of Matthew for Little Ones" with Illustrator Allison Hsu
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Illustrator Allison Hsu brings the Gospel to life in The Gospel of Matthew for Little Ones. In this interview, Hsu, a pediatrician, wife, and mother of three talks about her walk with the Lord. She discusses how her experience caring for children both as a healthcare professional and as a Catholic mom helped inspire and guide her work, and how art …
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"The Chaste Heart of St. Joseph: A Graphic Novel" with Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC
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In the midst of the culture of death and the many challenges facing our Church and our families in the world today, we need St. Joseph’s witness to faith, family, sanctity, and justice more than ever. That’s why Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, has just released his new book The Chaste Heart of St. Joseph: A Graphic Novel. In this interview, he discusses …
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"Mercy's Power: Inspiration to Serve the Gospel of Life" with Maria V. Gallagher
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Roe v. Wade is gone, and yet the culture of death remains. Pro-life leader Maria V. Gallagher, author of the newly released Mercy’s Power: Inspiration to Serve the Gospel of Life, offers insights into how to bring about a culture of life, help the victims of the culture of death, and much, much more. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to l…
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"The Gospel of Matthew for Little Ones" with Sara Beth Meyer
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In the chaos and confusion of pandemic lockdown, Sara Beth Meyer found consolation in the Gospels. From that came The Gospel of Matthew for Little Ones, a poetic summation and retelling of the Gospel, scrupulously orthodox and highly readable. In this conversation, Meyer shares her thoughts on raising Catholic kids, evangelizing across generations,…
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"The Way of Mercy: Pilgrimage in Catholic Poland" with Stephen J. Binz
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Poland has given the Church many saints, including the Great Mercy Pope (John Paul II) and the Secretary and Apostle of Divine Mercy (Faustina Kowalska). Author and pilgrimage leader Stephen Binz discusses these saints and Poland’s rich Catholic heritage in this interview about his new Marian Press book The Way of Mercy: Pilgrimage in Catholic Pola…
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"God's Amazing Mercy: Meditations by St. Faustina's Confessor and Spiritual Director" with Dr. Robert Stackpole
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Who was Blessed Michael Sopocko? What connects him to St. Faustina? And why is God’s Amazing Mercy, the new edition of a classic work by Bl. Sopocko, so important to understanding the Divine Mercy message and devotion? Divine Mercy expert Dr. Robert Stackpole, director of the John Paul II Institute of Divine Mercy and editor of this new book, expla…
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"Blessed Hanna Chrzanowska, RN: A Nurse of Mercy" by Dr. Gosia Brykczyńska
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The first registered nurse to be beatified, Bl. Hanna Chrzanowska was a collaborator with St. John Paul II, endured WWII and the oppression of the Communists in Poland, and is a model for Catholics today. Biographer Dr. Gosia Brykczynska shares what led her to write about Bl. Hanna, the miracle that sealed the beatification, and how this holy healt…
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"Divine Mercy: A Guide from Genesis to Pope Benedict XVI" with Dr. Robert Stackpole
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"From the White House to the White Cross" with Peggy Stanton
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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. Marian Press senior books editor Christopher Sparks interviews authors, readers, and just plain faithful folks in order to hear the voice…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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"Christmas Joy with Grandma!" with Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle
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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. Marian Press senior books editor Christopher Sparks interviews authors, readers, and just plain faithful folks in order to hear the voice…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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"Prayers and Practices for the Souls in Purgatory" with Fr. Dan Cambra, MIC
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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"After Suicide: There’s Hope for Them and for You" with Very Rev. Chris Alar, MIC, and Br. Jason Lewis, MIC
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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. Marian Press senior books editor Christopher Sparks interviews authors, readers, and just plain faithful folks in order to hear the voice…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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"Annabelle of Anchony: Burdens of the Mind" with Ruth Apollonia
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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. Marian Press senior books editor Christopher Sparks interviews authors, readers, and just plain faithful folks in order to hear the voice…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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"Divine Mercy in a Woman's Life" with Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you t…
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Part 2: "Divine Mercy and Divine Justice" with Dr. Robert Stackpole
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