A Reason for Hope

Perfectly Loved: Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan sit down with acclaimed singer/songwriter Rachael Lampa and discuss her latest single release, Perfectly Loved . Rachael also shines light on her music industry burnout and comeback, taking time to hear God's voice, her prison ministry experiences, and how artists and creatives can maximize their potential for work they can be proud of. -- About Racha...

A Eucharistic Revival: In this episode, we hear from Bishop Andrew Cozzens, is the Bishop of Crookston, Minnesota, Chairman of the U.S. Bishops Committee of Evangelization and Catechesis, and Director of the National Eucharistic Revival being promoted by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. A former National Evangelization Team missionary, Bishop Cozzens also serves as Chairman of the...

CANDID - Is Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder?: Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan enter a deep discussion on the transcendentals; in particular, the quality of beauty. They consider the differences between worldly beauty and Godly Beauty, and try to answer a difficult question—is beauty in the eye of the beholder? -- Visit our website: https://arrayofhope.org/ Sign up for FREE on the Array of Hope Cha...

God Bless This Mess!: In this episode, we hear from Michael and Alicia Hernon, Catholic parents of ten children and founders of the Messy Family Project, an apostolate that seeks to accompany couples to embrace and joyfully live out their vocation to parenthood in the messy realities of life. We discuss Mike and Alicia’s stories and story, how the foundation of a thriving family is putting God and...

CANDID - The Religious Hippie: Join Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan as they dive into a discussion with Catholic social media influencer, Amber Rose, A.K.A. "The Religious Hippie". The group talks through Amber's background, TLM and Catholic principles, and Amber's unprecedented TikTok ban! -- About Amber Rose Amber has been on a spiritual path most of her life. She was a cradle Catholic until falli...

Miracles Do Happen: In this episode, we are honored to have Dr. Ben Carson - the world-renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient, two-time speaker at the National Prayer Breakfast, presidential candidate, and author. We discuss Dr. Carson’s life and faith, and how he almost miraculously overcame adversity, and went from a life of dire poverty to national recognition....

Advent Series 2022, Pt. 3: The word “Advent” means “coming” or “arrival.” While we tend to focus on the coming of the Son of God as a child at Christmas, Advent is traditionally a penitential season that is supposed to make us ready to meet the Lord at His second coming. This Advent series by Dr. David Hajduk, Array of Hope’s Director of Theology, reflects on the Final Advent of the Lord - the Las...

Raising a Catholic Family: In this episode, we hear from Dr. Ray Guarendi, Catholic father of ten adopted children, clinical psychologist, author, professional speaker, and national radio and television host. We discuss Dr. Ray’s journey away from and back to the Catholic Church, the intersection of faith and psychology, and how Catholic parents can raise their kids in the Faith and navigate the v...

Advent Series 2022, Pt. 2: The word “Advent” means “coming” or “arrival.” While we tend to focus on the coming of the Son of God as a child at Christmas, Advent is traditionally a penitential season that is supposed to make us ready to meet the Lord at His second coming. This Advent series by Dr. David Hajduk, Array of Hope’s Director of Theology, reflects on the Final Advent of the Lord - the Las...

What Conscience Is (And Isn't) And How to Form It: In this episode, we hear the story of Dr. Matthew Levering, internationally renowned Catholic theologian, author or editor of over 30 books, and convert from Quakerism. We discuss common misunderstandings of “conscience” and what it means to “follow your conscience.” We also consider the role of a theologian, and Dr. Levering’s work to advance the...

Advent Series 2022, Pt. 1: The word “Advent” means “coming” or “arrival.” While we tend to focus on the coming of the Son of God as a child at Christmas, Advent is traditionally a penitential season that is supposed to make us ready to meet the Lord at His second coming. This Advent series by Dr. David Hajduk, Array of Hope’s Director of Theology, reflects on the Final Advent of the Lord - the Las...

What Is the Role of a Bishop?: In this episode, we hear the story of Bishop Joseph Strickland, the Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, Texas, host of the Bishop Strickland Show, and outspoken advocate of Catholic orthodoxy in a time of doctrinal confusion. We discuss the vocation and role of the Bishop to teach, to govern, and to sanctify, the importance of true devotion to the Blessed Sacrament, as w...

CANDID - Are Soulmates Real?: In this first CANDID episode of Season 3, the team (Alanis, Jack, Jimmy, and Ryan) discusses the concept of soulmates. Where does this idea come from? Is it based in Christianity? Are soulmates—i.e. perfect life partners—real? Tune in to discover the Platonic origin of soulmates and what the CANDID crew thinks about its philosophical validity! -- Visit our website: ht...

True Beauty: In this episode, we hear the story of Leah Darrow - a former reality TV model turned international Catholic speaker, life-coach, author, and podcaster. We discuss True Beauty and how the very notion of beauty has become distorted in our culture. We also discuss Leah’s work to help women reach their God-given potential through her initiatives Lux University and Power Made Perfect. -- A...

Host: Mario Costabile Cohost: Dr. David Hajduk Visit our website: https://arrayofhope.org/ Sign up for FREE on the Array of Hope Channel app: https://watch.arrayofhope.net/ Available on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, and Android mobile devices. Follow Array of Hope on: Facebook: @ArrayOfHopeShow Instagram: @arrayofhopeshow Twitter: @arrayofhopeshow TikTok: @arrayofhopeshow Listen to Array of Hope's music on...

This past year we witnessed the passing of Alice von Hildebrand, Catholic philosopher and author, and wife of one of the foremost theologians and philosophers of the 20th century, Dietrich von Hildebrand. In this podcast episode we share portions of an interview with Alice conducted by Mario Costabile several years ago, as a tribute to this amazing and influential Catholic woman. Alice discusses h...

Loved As I Am: In this episode, our conversation is with Sister Miriam James Heidland, SOLT - popular speaker and religious sister of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity. Sister Miriam is known for her powerful witness and profound wisdom. She can be found speaking internationally at conferences and retreats, working with the John Paul II Healing Center, and co-hosting the popular pod...

CANDID - Can There Be Married Priests?: On today’s episode of candid the crew sat down with priest, author, and theologian Fr. Dwight Longenecker to talk about the culture, Church teaching, and the many distractions that can persuade us from keeping our eyes on Christ. -- Visit our website: https://arrayofhope.org/ Sign up for FREE on the Array of Hope Channel app: https://watch.arrayofhope.net/ A...

Why Study Theology?: In this episode, we discuss how learning more about the Bible and Catholic teaching can inspire our faith, and how we can effectively communicate the Catholic Faith to those who may not have a firm religious foundation. Our conversation is with Dr. Andrew Swafford, Professor of Theology at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, popular speaker and author, and general editor...

CANDID - “It Ain’t Cool to be Catholic”: Mariama, Ryan, and Jack discuss the misguided stereotypes surrounding the Catholic faith, and how being Catholic can often be seen as a joke or culturally outdated. They also dive into why this perception has manifested itself and why people are sometimes averse to Catholicism. -- Visit our website: https://arrayofhope.org/ Sign up for FREE on the Array of...

What's the Devil's Strategy?: In this episode, we hear from priest and exorcist Fr. Vincent Lampert.  He has been the exorcist for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis since 2005, and presently receives over 3,500 emails, phone calls, or letters a year from people of various faiths (or no faith at all) seeking help from the Church against demonic forces, in addition to pastoring two parishes. Fr. Vince...

Music, Media, and Culture: In this episode of Candid Ryan, Mariama, and Jack discuss the importance of beauty and how art impacts our mental, emotional, and spiritual lives. -- Visit our website: https://arrayofhope.org/ Sign up for FREE on the Array of Hope Channel app: https://watch.arrayofhope.net/ Available on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, and Android mobile devices. Follow Array of Hope Ministries on:...

We are Broken and Beautiful: In this episode, we hear from Jake and Heather Khym. Jake incorporates the insights of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body into his work as a private counselor and co-hosts the popular podcasts Restore the Glory and Way of the Heart . Heather is a popular speaker and author and the co-host of the internationally popular podcast Abiding Together . Jake and Heather a...

The Candid Crew sits down with a former Swiss Guard, Yves Frei, and asks him about his experience serving with the Francis Pontificate, the role of the Swiss Guard, and his personal journey of faith so far. -- Visit our website: https://arrayofhope.org/ Sign up for FREE on the Array of Hope Channel app: https://watch.arrayofhope.net/ Available on Apple TV, Roku, iOS, and Android mobile devices. Fo...

Can Faith and Science Be Friends?: In this episode, we hear from Catholic priest, apologist, and former President of Gonzaga University Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J. We learn about his own intellectual journey to find reasons to support the faith of his childhood, how God's grace guided that quest, how the Lord led him to the priesthood and the Jesuits, and about his passion to share solid scientific a...