Candid Catholic Convos

If you've ever wondered how some of the processes of the church work, this episode is one you'll really want to lean into. Bishop Ronald Gainer joins us to pull back the curtain on some of these church secrets as well as make a special announcement.

If you find yourself comparing your faith to that of the Saints or even other people in your parish or on the internet, and wondering if you're worthy of heaven, this episode is for you. Sister Geralyn joins us to unpack perfection and use the examples of the saints as inspiration, not intimidation.

Secular feminism has had an often negative connotation throughout the decades of the women's movement. But feminism doesn’t have to mean Butler, Sanger or de Beauvoir. It can mean the Teresas (of Avila, Lisieux, Calcutta and the cross), it can mean Gianna and Gemma and Joan. It can mean the teachings of the church and of JPII on the inherent dignity of women, the right of women to pursue their cal...

Part Two of our series on the Eucharist! Father Ben Dunkelberger of Our Lady of the Visitation in Shippensburg shares how his faith came alive through campus ministry and how Eucharistic miracles aren't always what we expect them to be.

This week begins our BRAND NEW SERIES on the Eucharistic Revival! If DC superheroes are your thing, you definitely want to listen to what Father Don Bender of Saint Patrick Parish in Carlisle has to say about his revert experience, his transformative encounters with the Eucharist, and his homily to first communicants.

There isn't a soul on earth who hasn't struggled with grief or loss in one way or another. Today, spiritual director Chris Wood shares with us how we can witness God's love in the midst of our pain and learn to embrace our suffering as an opportunity.

If you've ever heard of Theology of the Body and thought "oh, that's that one about sex," you're not alone. Today, we're unpacking St. Pope John Paul II's teachings on Theology of the Body with senior lecturer at the TOB Institute, Bill Donaghy, and discovering it's not just about sex, it's about what it means to be human.

The pending ruling in the Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health Organization case with the Supreme Court has fired up a lot of passion, fear, and continued to fuel an on-going debate surrounding abortion. To help shed some light on the political "man-behind-the-curtain," we're sitting down with PA Catholic Conference Executive Director, Eric Failing, to talk about what this potentially monumental decisio...

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! This week, we're chatting with the Diocese new director of family life ministries, Adam Arehart, about the important role of the father in the family and where men can find encouragement in their vocation within the church.

Forgiveness is essential in our faith and in our everyday relationships, but sometimes, it is extremely difficult. Today we're discussing practicing forgiveness like Jesus did with Deacon Gregory Amarante and his wife Ellen, and how we can effectively forgive others and ourselves over time.

Today we celebrate Pentecost as both the end of the Easter Season and the birthday of the Church. Much like the apostles who were touched by the Holy Spirit, we're called to spread the good news too, but how can we do it without feeling weird? Father Sawicki, director of vocations, shares with us some practical tips and tricks for modern day evangelization.

When you think of possession and making yourself vulnerable to evil spirits, you're probably thinking playing with tarot cards or Ouija boards, not personal development, right? New trends in the realm of personal growth sound great in theory, but may actually be opening us up to attack, not blessings. Father John Szada, exorcist for the Diocese, explains how growth without God could be very danger...

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month! Gwen Pfeifer, program director of Adoption Services and Specialized Foster Care at Catholic Charities, joins me today to talk about these programs and how we can get involved.

Mental illness affects 1 in 4 adults, and in 2020, suicide was the second leading cause of death, many of whom were stricken with some form of mental illness. Donna Nebistinsky and Tim Danko of St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish decided to take action and establish a safe-haven for those afflicted to reduce the stigma around mental illness, especially in the church.

Happy Mother's Day! Today we celebrate all mothers, and grieve with those who may be struggling with the loss of their earthly mothers or mourning a strained relationship. Sister Geralyn reminds us Mary is our mother, too, and explains how we can grow in a relationship with her to know her son Jesus better.

This week, we are continuing our conversation with Matthew Kenenitz, a Diocese of Harrisburg native who's spent the last three years teaching overseas at Ukrainian Catholic University before evacuating in February. He shares some of the harrowing experiences his students, friends and colleagues face on a daily basis as the crisis in their country continues.

It's been eight long and terrifying weeks for the people of Ukraine during the ongoing invasion from Russia. In part 1 of this two-part episode, we're speaking with Matthew Kenenitz, a Diocese of Harrisburg native who's spent the last three years teaching overseas at Ukrainian Catholic University before evacuating in February, and continues to stay in touch with those he cares about during this cr...

Happy Easter from the Diocese of Harrisburg! This week, join Bishop Gainer and Michael Parks of WHP 580 for conversation and inspiration during this most blessed time of year.

If you're struggling with prayer this Lenten Season, this episode is for you. Father John Bateman has some practical tips this week to share with us on how to cultivate a fruitful prayer life, not just in this season, but throughout the rest of the year.

Easter season is upon us! So today we're breaking down some myths, legends and histories behind Easter traditions, as well as some ideas for faith filled baskets and some spring cleaning tips!

This week, we’re chatting via zoom with Adam Janke, COO of St Paul Street Evangelization, about how we as Catholics can evangelize today without feeling weird or defensive, and what you can expect when you attend this year’s men's conference.

The tragedy of what’s currently unfolding in Ukraine may have you feeling helpless or unsure of what you can do. In an effort to extend our hands any way we can, we’ll be speaking with Kelly Gollick, Executive Director of Catholic Charities for the Diocese of Harrisburg about tangible ways we can contribute to our brothers and sisters in Christ in need of humanitarian aid both at home and abroad....

Carrying the invisible cross of infertility can feel like you’re isolated in the desert. But you are not alone – one in eight couples struggle with getting or staying pregnant. Join us as we speak with Ann Koshute, co-founder of Springs in the Desert, and Caroline Gindhart, nurse practitioner at Divine Mercy Women’s Health, about the loneliness of infertility and advice for those supporting loved...

Lent is fast approaching, so we're chatting with Fr. Paul Clark about some best practices for a fruitful lenten season

If you've ever thought you must be praying "wrong" or if you're not even sure where to start, this episode is for you. Father John Bateman has some practical tips this week to share with us on how to cultivate a fruitful prayer life