Epiphany

Fr. Stephen Burr has spent half his life living, studying, working and ministering at Sacred Heart Major Seminary. “I always wanted to be a parish priest — that’s been the call — but I loved being a seminary formator. It’s been a passion of mine,” Fr. Burr said. “I’ve loved working with the men over the years, and I’ve loved being their priest.” Fr. Stephen Burr was ordained a priest in 2002. He’s...

Vanessa previews today’s guests/topics and talks about meeting Immaculée Ilibagiza yesterday at her speaking event here in Michigan. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Drawing from St. Thérèse’s own writings, the testimonies of those who knew her, and the wisdom of the Church, Fr. Joseph Spence, FFm, presents six keys that unlock the heart of her spiritual doctrine: her devotion to the Holy Face, her understanding of Christ as Spouse, her profound love for the Blessed Virgin Mary, her hidden fraternal charity, the true meaning of the “Little Way,” and the myster...

Her book, "The 7 Christian Habits for Professional Success: On the Job with Jesus," will be available this fall from Marian Press! Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Read his piece here: Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Telehealth Abortion Ban “Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito issued an interim order pausing a Friday decision by the Fifth Circuit Court ‌of Appeals that would have banned telehealth abortions. This Supreme Court action, called an administrative stay, will allow for telehealth abortions to temporarily continue.” Michael New is a Senior Associat...

The Vatican Insider for Over 4 Decades & 4 Popes: Joan Lewis | EWTN News Special Celebrating 20 years of her blog Joan’s Rome, along with decades in television and journalism, Joan Lewis has truly seen it all at the Vatican. Having worked alongside four Popes, her day job has given her a unique behind-the-scenes insight into how the Vatican operates and the people who keep it running. Joan Lewis –...

Vanessa previews today’s guests/topics and talks about two different types of peace. She also shares a reflection on today’s Gospel reading. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Sacred Heart Mental Wellness is reintroducing its bestselling book, The Catholic Guide Through Anxiety , now in its third edition with updated content and a new companion workbook. Originally published in 2022, the revised edition offers a practical and faith-informed approach to understanding and managing anxiety. “Too often, mental health...

The Archdiocese of Detroit’s Unleash the Gospel at Work and The Catholic Psychotherapy Association invite you to a Morning of Reflection for Mental Health Clinicians. Please join us for a morning of fellowship, prayer and reflection meant to nourish the vocations of mental health clinicians. The morning will include time to network, a spiritual talk, and open discussion. 8:00 a.m. | Mass at Shrine...

Today is the Feast of St. Florian. Vanessa previews today’s guests/topics and touches upon the topic of mental health as May is Mental Health Awareness Month and both interviews today address this. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Dan Weingartz is the CEO of W&P Management, a family of vertically-integrated businesses in the power equipment and power sports industries. Dan is a partner with three of his siblings and one nephew that has grown a couple retail stores to suite of businesses with over $400 million in revenue. As a third-generation owner, Dan has held a wide variety of roles in his 36 years in the business. He no...

Daniel joins Vanessa each month to look at important stories that have been featured on the Detroit Catholic website. Daniel Meloy – News Reporter for the Detroit Catholic We plan to look over these stories today: In town hall, experts discuss dangers, realities of physician-assisted suicide https://www.detroitcatholic.com/news/in-town-hall-experts-discuss-dangers-realities-of-physician-assisted-s...

Today is the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker . Vanessa previews today’s guests/topics and talks about the feast day. St. Joseph the Worker: 9 Lessons About the Dignity of Work - Joseph Pronechen Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

“What began as a celebratory evening honoring journalism and the First Amendment quickly turned into a scene of fear and confusion after gunfire erupted inside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner late Saturday night.” Erik joins Vanessa to discuss. NCRegister: Shots Fired at White House Correspondents’ Dinner: ‘I Just Knew I Needed to Protect My Wife’ Erik Rosales is a Capitol Hill corresponden...

In a recent Legatus “Eleven Talents” Podcast , Sam talked about the 9 weeks he spent in a Syrian prison. He speaks with Vanessa about his work and faith. Dr. Sam Goodwin is an inspirational keynote speaker, bestselling author and founder of SGI Ventures. He has delivered hundreds of keynotes all around the globe, from Fortune 500 companies to industry-leading organizations. As one of the few peopl...

Today is the Feast of Pope Saint Pius V. Vanessa previews today’s guests/topics and shares a reflection on today’s Gospel reading. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Federal court upholds Texas law requiring Ten Commandments in public classrooms A federal appeals court has upheld a Texas law requiring public schools across the state to display the Ten Commandments—a major victory for religious freedom advocates who have long argued the biblical text is intertwined with America’s legal, moral, and historical heritage. In a 9–8 ruling, the 17-member Fifth Circui...

Fr. Tim MacDonald is originally from Flint, Michigan and lived in St. Michael Parish. The MacDonald family counts three priests in their family of six children. Fr. Tim MacDonald and his brother, Fr. Adam, were ordained at St. Mary Cathedral in the Diocese of Lansing in 2000. The oldest of the MacDonald children, Eben, was ordained in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles in 2012. Fr. Tim attended Sacred...

Today is the Feast of Saint Catherine of Siena. Vanessa previews today’s guests/topics and shares a reflection on today’s Gospel reading. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Immaculée Ilibagiza is speaking May 5th at St. John’s Resort in Plymouth. Her topic will be: “My Story of Faith, Hope & Forgiveness.” Click here for the details ! Jack Krasula , President of Trustinus, LLC, is formerly the founder, CEO and President of Decision Consultants, Inc. (DCI), the largest privately held professional information technology services firm in America. Krasula sold DCI to Cibe...

Have you ever wanted to truly understand the Book of Genesis? Join us for “A Journey Through Genesis” with renowned Catholic speaker Steve Ray, an engaging evening that brings scripture to life. It’s happening Monday, May 4th at 7:00 pm in the parish hall at St. Andrew’s in Saline .Discover the deeper meaning behind creation, the fall, and God’s plan for humanity. Register using the button below o...

Vanessa previews today’s guests/topics and shares a reflection on today’s Gospel reading. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

The game is taking place May 8h at Lumen Christi Catholic School in Jackson, MI. All proceeds help restore the outdoor Stations of the Cross at the Shrine in Brooklyn . Jodi Dahlberg is the lead for this fundraising activity. She is married to Deacon Todd Dahlberg and they are assigned to St. Joseph. Elizabeth Girdham is the parish historian and her family has been there for generations. Get full...

In The Last Communion of Saint Jerome , history, legend, Scripture, and sacred art converge in a luminous meditation on one of the Church’s greatest Doctors. While no eyewitness account records St. Jerome’s final moments, Christian tradition has long contemplated his death with reverence: the great monk-scholar receiving Viaticum, surrounded by angels, and departing this life in peace with the wor...

Vanessa previews today’s guests/topics and talks about Mastermind groups. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe