Catholic Views

Change is not easy for everyone. This week, we invited Emily Leedom back to Catholic Views to help us navigate change. Are you a Moses, an Aaron or one of the Israelites? Join us to find out and hear a few funny stories of how Emily and her family dealt with some difficult (and gross) situations.

Bishop Don Kettler joins Catholic Views for the first time to talk about the Transfiguration of our Lord. What happened and why? Find out what Bishop Kettler has to say!

Fr. Michael Kapperman stops in to discuss his new assignment and the three different titles within the role. As Chaplain of Bishop O’Gorman Junior High, he speaks on the impact Catholic schools are making on the youth in our diocese.

Fr. DeWayne Kayser is back to tell us how he received his call to the priesthood. He said it was a boring story, but trust us, it is not!

New mothers need all the help they can get. Sandy Petree started an apostolate called Under Mary’s Mantle specifically to help support, encourage and inspire mothers in their important vocation. She joins Catholic Views this week to tell us why she decided to finally listen to what God was asking her to do and how the Holy Spirit opened all the right doors.

Jeff and Lois Heron share the story of their conversion to the Catholic Church. This is no ordinary conversion story (is there an ordinary one?). Join us on Catholic Views to find out what makes their story unique!

What does a hospital chaplain do? Fr. DeWayne Kayser stopped in to tell us that and how the holy and vulnerable moments he witnesses make him a better priest. Join us!

Merlin and Hannah Huff wanted something more in their faith. When they opened their hearts to God, he brought them home to the Catholic Church. They tell their story of conversion and trust in God and in each other. An inspiring story not to be missed!

Dr. Ray Guarendi is here! Possibly the most well known Catholic psychologist joins Catholic Views to talk about his journey in the faith, family life and marriage. It’s a wild ride!

Fr. James Morgan and Dr. Jared Ostermann join Catholic Views to tell us about the Cathedral Inspires campaign, which will bring a new world-class organ to the Cathedral and renovate the original rectory. These two men couldn’t be more excited about what’s to come! Listen in to find out how you can be part of the future of the Cathedral of Saint Joseph.

Fr. Brian Eckrich is back to discuss a topic he recently addressed in a homily: the love of friendship. How does society get friendship wrong? And how should we understand this critical relationship in our lives? Join us to find out!

Do you or someone you know spend too much time gaming? Sara Vetch from The Lourdes Center is here to help us understand why this can be a problem in marriages and families and what can be done about it.

Do you love conversion stories? You don’t want to miss this one! Our new chancellor for the diocese, Thad Pals, took some time to let us get to know him better. I was blown away by the emotion behind his journey to entering the Catholic Church. Join us to hear his story.

Sara Hofflander, founder of Ecce Ancilla Domini and the Immaculata House in Sioux Falls, joins Catholic Views to discuss this new apostolate she formed in our diocese to help young women discern a call to the consecrated life. A fascinating and deep conversation about turning hearts to the Lord’s call.

Fr. Tony Klein is back after a long absence to tell us how his work as vocations advocate for the diocese is bearing great fruit. And he’ll tell us about his experiences at the Bishop’s Charity Fishing Tournament when he was still a seminarian. Join us!

Archbishop Thomas Gullickson is back to tell us how he got his call to the priesthood and how he went from a South Dakota parish priest to an apostolic nuncio. Join us!

Alison Conemac joins us for a powerful conversation about mercy and forgiveness. The quote she shares from the Catechism is reason enough to tune in!

Fr. Scott Traynor is back to offer his thoughts on the Resurrection and new life. He never disappoints, so buckle up for a deep dive into Easter!

Dr. Chris Burgwald walks us through some of the fascinating connections between the Old Testament and the Last Supper. Learning these Jewish roots of the Eucharist makes the experience and understanding of what Jesus did for us come alive in a brand new way!

Archbishop Thomas Gullickson joins us to discuss the ways we minimize sin, why we do it, and how we might stop doing it. Something we all need help with!

George Weigel, prolific Catholic author and biographer of Pope John Paul II, joins Catholic Views for the full half hour to tell us about his new book, To Sanctify the World: The vital legacy of Vatican II. Find out how the teachings of Vatican II can help us be better missionary disciples in our own diocese. A fascinating conversation with one of the premier Catholic thinkers of our time!

Michael Pauley joins us to share his role as an “ambassador of reason” during the 2023 South Dakota Legislative Session in Pierre. Find out what he does there and the impact of the Church in state government.

Fr. Chuck Cimpl is back to discuss how to be docile to God’s will in our lives. Simple, right? Not always, but Fr. Cimpl will help us understand how we might hear more clearly what God wants from us.

On the latest Catholic Views, Dr. Chris Burgwald helps us learn how to watch Christian media and ads, even if they don’t exactly mesh with Catholic teaching. We specifically review the He Gets Us ads and the series The Chosen. Join us!

Fr. Brian Eckrich stops by to help us get ready for Lent! Why do we fast and pray? Why 40 days? And an update on the Michelle Duppong documentary. Join us!