Epiphany

Segment 1 Holy Name Parish Sacred Heart Major Seminary Lay Ministry Endowment Scholarship This Scholarship, established in 2021 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Holy Name Parish, is intended to provide financial support for those residing within the Archdiocese of Detroit who desire Seminary education and need financial help to accomplish their dream, specifically persons fr...

“Following the success of the international bestseller Crossing the Threshold of Hope, Pope John Paul II provides the world with a glimpse into his past in Rise, Let Us Be On Our Way. Chronicling the years he spent as a bishop and later archbishop in Krakow, Poland through his election as the first Polish Pope in 1978, he recounts everything from communist efforts to suppress the church in Poland...

Segment 1 Devotion to Our Lord in the Womb: The Divine Nine Months This book was written by Fr. Henry James Coleridge, S.J. and originally published in 1885. “In a nutshell this read is a completely distinct and separate stage in the history of the Incarnation. Our Lord’s life in the womb of His Blessed Mother presents a modern take on a devotion of Our Lord which begins with the Annunciation itse...

Segment 1 Parish of the Week: St. Rita Catholic Church in Clarklake, MI Fr. Bosco Padamattummal is the Parochial Administrator of St. Rita Catholic Church in Clarklake, MI. He was ordained a priest on April 29, 1992 in Kerala, (KER AL AH) India, near the southern tip of the subcontinent as it juts into the Indian Ocean. In 2004 Fr. Bosco came here to serve in the Diocese of Lansing. Since arriving...

Segment 1 Baseball-Playing Priest Would Not Trade Vocation for a World Series Win: ‘This Is What I Was Made For’ “If anybody came to me and said, ‘Hey, we can rewind and we can go back and you can be a Major League all-star and win World Series championships and MVP trophies and millions of dollars and all the things. Hard pass. Not interested in the least. This is exactly what I was made for,” Fa...

WINE: Women In the New Evangelization Kelly shares the latest going on with her group, WINE. Her and Vanessa talk about their Virtual Vineyard Advent Book Club, a Women’s Conference taking place in Connecticut next April, a pilgrimage to Italy in 2026 and more. Kelly Wahlquist is an author, speaker, and the founder of Women In the New Evangelization (WINE). She is also the director of the Archbish...

Faith @ Work Friday w/Clark Durant Catholic convert and Legatus member Clark Durant has been named one of the top influential people in SE Michigan by Crain’s Detroit Business. He sits down with Vanessa today. Clark Durant is president of The New Common School Foundation and co-founder, current board member, former chair and CEO of Cornerstone Schools in Detroit. Durant serves on the Excellent Sch...

Segment 1 SHMS Equip Course: The Psalms: Prayer at the Heart of the Scripture “In this exciting course, you’ll explore this unique and central book of the Bible and discover the profound power of prayer contained in the Psalms. Join us and uncover how these timeless prayers can inspire your own spiritual life, deepen your connection to God, and transform the way you pray. This course is not intend...

It's Parish of the Week Wednesday! We learn all about St. Augustine Catholic Church in Howell, MI from their pastor Fr. Gregg Pleiness. Producer Cecilia Stevenson promotes the new film on St. Maximilian Kolbe, "Triumph of the Heart." The post Epiphany – November 12, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Donna Rice Hughes with Enough Is Enough explains the reality of 'virtual reality' as it comes to our kids. Michele Sagarino promotes the annual Box of Joy Campaign from our friends at Cross Catholic Outreach. The post Epiphany – November 11, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Fr. John Riccardo promotes a talk he's giving in Ann Arbor on Nov. 15th about how critical it is that we pray for priests. Kathleen Beckman guides us through the issues in her new book, "A Family Guide to Spiritual Warfare: Strategies for Deliverance and Healing." The post Epiphany – November 10, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.c...

Daniel Meloy from Detroit Catholic joins Vanessa to review important stories from the Archdiocese of Detroit. Bob Sadler tells us how he takes his faith to work as Executive Director of Deo Gratias Ministries Detroit. The post Epiphany – November 7, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Patrick Reilly from the Cardinal Newman Society joins Vanessa to discuss Cardinal Newman being declared a Doctor of the Church. Candace Camling talks about her series of children's books on the Rosary from Ascension Press. The post Epiphany – November 6, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Courtney Nixon with St. Fabian Catholic School talks about their community-wide food donation drive this Saturday. We discuss money & evil with Dr. Matthew Dugandic of St. Mary's Seminary & University. The post Epiphany – November 5, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. Roger Nutt from Ave Maria University talks about Pope Leo XVI's apostolic letter on Catholic education, "Drawing New Maps of Hope." BethAnn Pilotto speaks on the important work of Independent Living Alliance and their fundraiser today. The post Epiphany – November 4, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Richard Rice from St. Michael's in Livonia promotes their new "The Hard Questions" series, which is starting Nov 6th with Fr. Peter Ryan. Tyler Blanski talks about his new book of wisdom for faithful dads, "Find Your Fight." The post Epiphany – November 3, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Attorney Paul Jonna joins Vanessa to share how he takes his Catholic faith to work. Lynn Mills promotes the 2nd Michigan March for Life in Lansing Nov 6th. Jack Krasula reminds us about Fr. Mark Haydu's talk in Plymouth Nov 3rd. The post Epiphany – October 31, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. Robert Stackpole talks about "True Devotion to Mary" (1843) which was just reissued by the Marian Fathers with his commentary. Susan Tassone, the Purgatory lady, joins Vanessa to teach all about the poor holy souls. The post Epiphany – October 30, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

It's Parish of the Week Wednesday! Vanessa speaks with Fr. Matthew Gembrowski about Mt. Pleasant's Sacred Heart Parish and St. Mary University Parish at CMU. Fr. Mark Haydu promotes his Nov 3rd talk on his time in the Vatican under three Popes. The post Epiphany – October 29, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Former NHL player turned Catholic speaker, John Scott, promotes the upcoming ECRC Men's Conference on Nov 7th. Melissa Khalil talks about the new REVIV3 app and spiritual direction. The post Epiphany – October 28, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Jesi Smith and Sandie Weathers promote 40 Days for Life Ann Arbor's Closing Rally and Interfaith Jericho March. Patti Armstrong talks about the spiritually dangerous practices some engage in every year at this time. The post Epiphany – October 27, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Dr. Stephan Shaya joins Vanessa to share his story of being Knighted at the Vatican! Principal Judith Hehs promotes St. Catherine of Siena Academy in Wixom and their upcoming Benefit Gala November 8th. The post Epiphany – October 24, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

David Closson with the Family Research Council explains their new study showing shifting views of U.S. churchgoers. Dr. Ike McKinnon recently received a papal honor for service to the Church. He tells Vanessa about it. The post Epiphany – October 23, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

It's Parish of the Week Wednesday! We hear about Immaculate Hart of Mary Parish in Lansing from their Pastor, Fr. Jim Rolph. We also check in with certified health and wellness coach Heather Kolwich to hear about her practice and inspiration. The post Epiphany – October 22, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

Anthony DeStefano is back with a new children's book, "All Hallows' Eve," about Halloween, All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. Sr. Carla Reyna with the Shrine of Jesus The Divine Mercy promotes their Tea at Tiffany's event. The post Epiphany – October 21, 2025 appeared first on Ave Maria Radio . Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe