The Church needs great priests, now more than ever. Posed with this challenge, Kevin Wells was led to Venerable Aloysius Schwartz. Fr. Al knew that he had to suffer, to live uncomfortably to save souls. His story can inspire the faithful, especially in these times. Kevin's book is Priest and Beggar: The Heroic Life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz. This episode is sponsored by Caritas Press. Find books for the whole family at caritaspress.org.

10/9/21 - Kevin Wells, Story of a Great Priest

In an early episode, MaryRuth addressed discipline, but the next two episodes take a deeper dive into the topic. In this episode, MaryRuth provides framework for the purpose of discipline and concepts to consider. In the next episode a guest will join her to provide practical tips.

99: Discipline

Today's show is&nbsp; all about the Bible! Bishop Dolan joins us to talk about Sunday's Gospel. Fr. Bob Rossi shares his new book intended to help us read scripture, Mark Hart introduces us to a Bible study for middle schoolers. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events.  &nbsp;  Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

4/20/24 - Understanding Scriptures, Bible Study for Middle School Youth, Weekly Gospel and News

How can we learn about the faith? How can we teach our children? Fr. Keith Kenney joins Steve and Becky to explore their formation experiences and how we can help others grow in faith.

4/19/24 - Fr. Keith Kenney on Being Formed

Bishop Dolan joins us to talk about Sunday's Gospel. Alyssa Yingling helps us get more out of Mass, Luz Lobato talks about Kino Catechetical Institute and Sr. Raphael Quinn reflects on her vocation and years of service in Catholic education. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events.  &nbsp;  Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

4/27/24 - Sr. Raphael Quinn, Liturgy, Kino Catechetical Institute, Weekly Gospel and News

Ian and Cassi Durnan, core members of the Springs in the Desert apostolate, share about their journey though infertility, their struggles, healing and how they learned to be fruitful in their marriage by being a gift to others. They also share a little about an upcoming retreat in the diocese, the Cherished retreat, ministering to anyone struggling with infertility.

4/26/24 - Cassi and Ian Durnan on Infertility, Springs in the Desert and the Cherished retreat

How do you remain consistent yet adapt to individual children and circumstances when making decisions about discipline? Gina Festerer joins MaryRuth to explore this and more questions related to discipline.

100: Discipline Practical Tips

Bishop Dolan joins us to talk about Sunday's Gospel. We'll explore early Marian devotion with Fr. John Nahrgang and learn about teaching Theology of the Body to kids with Dena Reany. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events.  &nbsp;  Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.&nbsp;

5/4/24 - Early Marian Devotion, Theology of the Body for Kids, Weekly Gospel and News

Steven Mosher, author and convert to the Catholic faith, shares about his book and his experience in Communist China: the one-child policy, chemical warfare, psychological warfare and Catholicism.&nbsp;&nbsp;

5/3/24 - Steven Mosher on his book The Devil and Communist China: From Mao Down to Xi

On this podcast-only episode Bishop John joins us for the weekly Gospel conversation. Catch up on the latest news and events.&nbsp;

5/11/24 - Weekly Gospel and News

Fr. Mitch Pacwa joins Steve and Becky for a deep dive into the Book of Isaiah. His book is Commentary on the Book of Isaiah: An In-Depth Look at the Gospel of the Old Testament.

5/10/24 - Fr. Mitch Pacwa on the Book of Isaiah

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix is committed to helping the faithful encounter the living Christ through conversion, communion and solidarity. Led by the Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted, more than 1.1 million Catholics make this diverse, vibrant and faith-filled diocese their home.

10/9/21 - Kevin Wells, Story of a Great Priest

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