Catholic Diocese of Saginaw Podcast

So many people today live as if there is nothing – nothing beyond this world. So many people today live as if there is no hope. The world is dire, and there is nothing anybody can do about it.  Are you one of them?  Well, the Lord God has the answer!  Again, the purpose of this retreat is to lead us into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and to introduce to you what the Lord has shared with...

Have you ever been overwhelmed by the Gospel? Secondly, what is the lens in which you view your life and our world? In other words, what is the lens of your personal reality?

Bishop Gruss: Thank you for joining me as we celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King and begin this six week retreat together all across the diocese. Again, the purpose of this retreat is to lead us into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and to introduce to you what the Lord has shared with my Mission Leadership Team regarding our future – what he is asking of us.

On Tuesday, Sept. 10, Father Andy LaFramboise was interviewed on Ave Maria Radio's "Epiphany" program. During the interview, Father Andy discussed the three-point plan guiding vocation efforts in the Diocese of Saginaw. He also discussed prayer amidst a culture of anxiety. 

On Tuesday, Sept. 10, Bishop Robert Gruss was interviewed on Ave Maria Radio's "Catholic Connection" program. During the interview, Bishop Gruss discussed the three-point plan guiding vocation efforts in the Diocese of Saginaw.

Bishop discussed the National Eucharistic Congress on Aug. 2 during the monthly First Friday gathering at the Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption. 

It was an extremely difficult letter to write. Bishop Robert Gruss recently shared a story about forgiveness and the letter he wrote to his father decades ago. He told the story after First Friday Mass at the Cathedral on April 5. "It all surfaced on a five day retreat while in the seminary in Rome," said Bishop Gruss. "To make a long story short, I wrote a letter to my father shari...

On Friday, March 1, faithful gathered at the Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption for the monthly First Friday gathering. Don Buchalski, coordinator of evangelization for the Diocese of Saginaw gave a presentation about the Synod of Bishops, focusing on findings from local listening sessions, writings from Pope Francis and more.   “Perhaps my main takeaway from leading the Synod effort in our Dioce...

Part five of six mission values that send us out carrying the Gospel into the world Being docile to the Holy Spirit is the only way we can accomplish the works of God and the mission of Jesus. We are to use His grace and do His works for His glory, no matter what the world may think or say about us. This is the work of a true disciple of Jesus. Bishop Gruss: We must be authentically human (Week 4)...

To be authentically human means we are not afraid to be vulnerable.   We are in touch with our humanity and are honest about who we are and what we stand for. We are vulnerable when we put ourselves out there beyond what is safe, familiar, and comfortable.   In doing so, we open ourselves up to the possibility of being wounded. Wasn’t this the way of Jesus?   This is p art four of six mission valu...

On Friday, March 1, faithful gathered at the Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption for the monthly First Friday gathering. Don Buchalski, Coordinator of Evangelization for the Diocese of Saginaw gave a presentation about the Synod of Bishops, focusing on findings from local listening sessions, writings from Pope Francis and more.   “Perhaps my main takeaway from leading the Synod effort in our Dioce...

Do you have unshakeable confidence in the Lordship of Jesus? Do we have unshakeable confidence in the person who desires to bring healing, love and mercy to the world and who came to earth to rescue us from sin and death, the Evil One and his minions? Is this our experience? Perhaps some might begin with the question, “Who is Jesus?” Or, I might ask you the question, “Who is Jesus for you?” This i...

God wants his world back. In light of this, let me share with you three  fundamental convictions – the world is crying, the Church is crying, and you are not alive by chance, you were born for this time. Let me ask you.  Do you believe that God has created you and put you on this earth for a specific purpose, with a specific mission for Him?  And, if so, are you and I living as if this is the case...

Bishop Gruss: Thanks for joining me on this journey through our “Mission Values.” As I mentioned in the last session, these mission values bring clarity to how we are to behave as Catholic individuals and as a Church sent on mission. In these six reflections, we will be looking at one per week. Obviously much can be shared about each of them, but with the limited time for these reflections, I can...

As Ash Wednesday approaches, Bishop Gruss will share with the people of the Diocese of Saginaw six mission values that send us out carrying the Gospel into the world. "When these values come alive in us, they lead us to conversion and a deeper life in Christ," said Bishop Gruss. Below is an excerpt of Bishop Gruss' message: With God being pushed out of our culture and Catholics leav...

This podcast is part of a series, Hiding Place, produced for the 2024 March for Life trip to Washington DC. Anyone interested in pro-life ministry can learn from this series.  Taylor introduces Audrey, who shares her story of finding her passion in protecting the unborn.  Action: Discuss what you think about abortion with someone you know.  Discussion Questions:  What stood out to you most from Au...

This podcast is part of a series, Hiding Place, produced for the 2024 March for Life trip to Washington DC. Anyone interested in pro-life ministry can learn from this series.  Audrey unpacks the issue of abortion and makes the case to be Pro-Life.  Action: Write your questions about abortion down and seek out answers.  Discussion Questions:  What argument from Audrey was the most or least convinci...

This podcast is part of a series, Hiding Place, produced for the 2024 March for Life trip to Washington DC. Anyone interested in pro-life ministry can learn from this series.  Audrey lays bare the horrifying reality of abortion.  ***Disclaimer*** This episode contains medical descriptions of abortion procedures and may be disturbing to some. Listener discretion advised. To seek support as someone...

This podcast is part of a series, Hiding Place, produced for the 2024 March for Life trip to Washington DC. Anyone interested in pro-life ministry can learn from this series.  Audrey unpacks the issue of abortion and makes the case to be Pro-Life.  Action: Post on social media a picture, story, or your thoughts about the Pro-Life Movement  Discussion Questions:  Which story of past social movement...