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My good friend Kyle Savage joins the show to analyze the Dobbs decision overturning Roe vs. Wade. We breakdown the ruling and discuss what we as Pro-life Americans are called to do next. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making...

"War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy is widely considered to be one of the greatest works of literature of all-time; after reading it, it is easy to see why. There are many timeless truths communicated through the characters over the course its 1,200+ pages. I thought it merited an episode of reflection to highlight some of them. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada...

With the upcoming Supreme Court decision looming, I wanted to have my good friend Kyle Savage on to discuss the original 1973 decision, what is at stake with the possible upcoming changes, and what it could mean for us as pro-life Christians. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic...

J. R. R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" is one of the all-time great works of literature. While the story itself is an epic tale worthy of reading, the Catholic themes throughout it help us to gain new understandings of our faith. Joseph Pearce joins me again for a second episode to discuss this great masterpiece and unpack many of the truths contained within it. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Sho...

J. R. R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" is one of the all-time great works of literature. While the story itself is an epic tale worthy of reading, the Catholic themes throughout it help us to gain new understandings of our faith. Joseph Pearce joins me for two episodes to discuss this great masterpiece and unpack many of the truths contained within it. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be N...

I had an opportunity to spend a weekend retreat with a group of Catholic men, and we all came home better than we arrived. Wanted to take an episode to explore some of the lessons we learned from it, and how we can implement these ideas into our everyday lives. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian...

We are all called to participate in the corporal works of mercy. There are many great local organizations who provide opportunities for us to just that. Catholic Charities of Des Moines is one of those, and Barbara Decker joins me today to talk about the great work they are doing and how we can get involved. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce R...

The Paschal Triduum is the holiest and shortest season in the liturgical calendar. Fr. P.J. McManus joins the show to discuss the Triduum and how we can best enter into these holy days leading up to Easter. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Ju...

My good friend Zach Sims has a powerful story of his conversion from unbelief to the catholic faith. This story highlights the power of the gospel and the importance of our efforts in evangelization. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nel...

This is a talk from Daniel Kerr, President and Headmaster at St. Martin's Academy, a Catholic boarding high school for boys in Fort Scott, Kansas. They combine classical academics with an integrated work program on a sustainable farm with the goal of: Awakening Wonder, Healing the Imagination, Restoring Authentic Masculinity and Developing Attentiveness. This talk, recorded in March of 2022, focus...

The Holy Family Project is a production of Pulse Life Advocates (previously known as Iowans For Life). The goal of this project is to hold up the family as the primary building block of society, and the Holy Family as the model for all families to follow. If we can create strong faithful families, we can change the world. In this fourth and final episode, we discuss St. Joseph and "Faithful Father...

The Holy Family Project is a production of Pulse Life Advocates (previously known as Iowans For Life). The goal of this project is to hold up the family as the primary building block of society, and the Holy Family as the model for all families to follow. If we can create strong faithful families, we can change the world. In this third episode, we are joined by Dr. Ray Guarendi to discuss "Fearles...

The Holy Family Project is a production of Pulse Life Advocates (previously known as Iowans For Life). The goal of this project is to hold up the family as the primary building block of society, and the Holy Family as the model for all families to follow. If we can create strong faithful families, we can change the world. In this second episode, we are joined by Bill Donaghy from the Theology of t...

The Holy Family Project is a production of Pulse Life Advocates (previously known as Iowans For Life). The goal of this project is to hold up the family as the primary building block of society, and the Holy Family as the model for all families to follow. If we can create strong faithful families, we can change the world. In this first episode, we are joined by Bishop William Joensen. You can see...

The Holy Family Project is a production of Pulse Life Advocates (previously known as Iowans For Life). The goal of this project is to hold up the family as the primary building block of society, and the Holy Family as the model for all families to follow. If we can create strong faithful families, we can change the world. In this first episode, we are joined by Bishop William Joensen. You can see...

We are all called to evangelization, but it looks different to each of us. As FOCUS missionaries, Bryan Warday and Colin Flattery are evangelizing full time on Drake's campus, and we can learn a lot from them as we share the Gospel to those around us in our own lives. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr....

On this Valentine's Day, my wife Kristin joins me to discuss the Sacrament of Marriage; specifically, what makes for a great marriage. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! wi...

For many centuries Eucharistic miracles have occurred as a means to help grow faith in the true presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Iowa Catholic Radio has launched a new project to help people learn of these miracles. Matt Willkom joins me to discuss the endeavor and how we can use it to spread the gospel. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Ri...

Deacon Mark Campbell joins me to discuss Teams of Our Lady, a Catholic organization designed to strengthen marriages. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulos -...

"He hath never fed of the dainties that are bred in a book" - William Shakespeare That quote was true of me a few years ago. In books we learn, we explore, we grow. I wanted to take an episode and highlight some of the great authors and books I read in 2021. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Mon...

Nathaniel Binversie is the Director of Mission for Exodus 90. With Exodus 90 starting up in one week, we discuss why men should do E90 and the threefold pillars of exodus; prayer, aestheticism, and fraternity. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and...

Chris Magruder is the President and Executive Producer of The Veil Removed, a multimedia immersion into the Mass, and a fellow show host here on Iowa Catholic Radio. In keeping with the theme of exploring the most important parts of our faith, The Veil Removed is an extraordinary look at what happens at Mass. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce...

As Christians, we should live joyfully. Philippians 4:4: "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." What this joy looks like for each of us is different, as God created us all uniquely, but we should all be seeking it. Iowa Catholic Radio N...

"Art and the New Evangelization" is a topic I am very interested in; growing closer to God, and sharing the Gospel through beauty. I believe one of the best tools we have to evangelize is through the shared experience of art and nature. That said, I am a novice in every sense of the word when it comes to poetry. Dr. Tod Worner from the Word on Fire Institute joins me today to explore why we should...

In order to get the most spiritually out of Christmas, we must have an intentional Advent. Put together a roadmap for increasing opportunities for silence and prayer, as well as for reducing noise and distractions. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe - Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magrude...