Catholic Views

Do teachers really have an impact on their students? Yes! Kari Hettinger, a teacher from St. Mary School in Dell Rapids, shares who influenced her to become a Catholic school teacher and how her faith informs her work. Join us to hear her story!

You’ve heard Bishop DeGrood talk about missionary discipleship and that everyone can (and should) be doing it. Then you remember that it’s scary and you don’t know how! Maybe Fr. Michael Kapperman can help! He joins us to offer an easy way ANYONE can evangelize: near peer discipleship. What? Trust us, this is like a little brother looking up to his big brother and wanting to be “just like him.” Jo...

It’s almost Christmas, and our gift to you is a chat with Bishop DeGrood! He joins us to tell us about his travels, the beauty and spiritual depth he is seeing in our Confirmation candidates, and how to be joyful this Christmas. Grab your coffee or tea and hang out with us for a little while!

In the third year of Set Ablaze, we wanted to check in with Fr. Andrew Dickinson to see how he and his brother priests, parishes and pastorates are doing. Are there successes and struggles? Of course! Join us for that conversation and a chat about the three “advents” of Christ.

What happens when our Blessed Mother steps into the dreams of someone who hates the Catholic Church? Conversion! Blake DeVries tells the story of his conversion from very anti-Catholic to on fire for the faith. This young man’s story continues to inspire other young men and women in our diocese to consider the Catholic faith. Beware: Blake’s love of Christ is contagious!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Christmas at the Cathedral time! Mark Conzemius and soloist Carlos Santiago join us for a sneak peak at this year’s concert. During our conversation, we get an unexpected and most beautiful story from Carlos about his dad and his singing career. This is the perfect way to begin the Advent season!

Dr. Chris Burgwald has a new title: chancellor! Find out why Chris decided to accept the appointment and how it will look different from past chancellors. Then, Chris helps clarify the doctrinal note recently released regarding titles used for Mary. Join us to hear which ones should not be used and which ones give Mary all the honor she deserves. If you would like to read the doctrinal note, go to...

God loves all of us more deeply than anyone else, even those in prison. Mo Irvine is here to share her experiences leading the prison ministry for the Diocese of Sioux Falls. Hear about Mo’s work bringing the love of Christ to men and women who may be at the lowest point of their lives. The transformations she witnesses are truly miracles!

Fr. Tim Cone is back to share the story of how he became a priest. He played “Mass” as a kid and wanted to be a priest, and then went back and forth in the strength of his faith over the years. But God pursued him over and over, and he finally surrendered. Find out about the many blessings and beautiful life he now has as a priest! To learn more, visit sfcatholic.org

It’s an All Saints and All Souls weekend! Fr. Tim Cone is with us to talk about how our relationships with the saints can be just like the relationship we might have with a best friend. Find out who his go-to saints are and why we can rely on their help when we ask for it.

How does a small-town pharmacist become a Catholic deacon? Deacon Jim Bregel from Our Lady of Grace Pastorate shares his remarkable story of faith, service, and late vocation. From his lifelong work in healthcare to hearing God’s call in his 50s, Jim reveals how the Holy Spirit guided him to a deeper love of the Church—and how he continues to bring Christ to others in both his pharmacy and his par...

IVF can be a tough topic to discuss, but the Church has clear teachings on it. But what else is being done through IVF? Michael Pauley from the South Dakota Catholic Conference is here to walk us through IVF and the disturbing concept of “genetic optimization.”

Where can college men go on campus to increase their faith, help their communities and be better men? The College Knights of Columbus! Simon Bowar of the SDSU College Knights council in Brookings joins us to talk about how his experience as a college Knight has made him a better man, and a better Catholic. Having won a Faith in Action Award recently, these young men have walked the walk at a time...

Fr. Schaefbauer is back to finish our conversation on the sacramental life. What does it mean to pray always? Doesn’t seem possible, right? Join us to find out how to make your life all about your faith without giving up a “normal” way of living.

Why does the Catholic Church have sacraments and why should I care? Fr. Zach Schaefbauer explains why the sacraments exist and how we can live a sacramental life. If you haven’t been super great about getting to Mass lately, this episode is especially for you! No shaming, just helpful direction on how we can love and worship God the way he has laid out for us.

Why does the Catholic Church have sacraments and why should I care? Fr. Zach Schaefbauer explains why the sacraments exist and how we can live a sacramental life. If you haven’t been super great about getting to Mass lately, this episode is especially for you! No shaming, just helpful direction on how we can love and worship God the way he has laid out for us.

What are natural rights and where do we get them from? How do I know I have them? This topic can be greatly misunderstood in our time, but our founders understood natural rights well and the Catholic Church does, too. Dr. Chris Burgwald and Michael Pauley join us to clear up any confusion some might have about whether our rights come from God or from the government. Don’t miss it!

Bishop DeGrood is back in the diocese and truly riding a HUGE wave of grace! Find out how he’s feeling now and what the experience taught him. He also shares a bit about his top three priorities and how the people in the diocese can help accomplish them. Join us!

We all will die someday. Do you have a plan to die well? Or maybe you’ve been selected to help make decisions for a loved one when they can’t. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk brings the ethics of the Catholic Church and his pastoral heart into these hard but essential conversations. An episode everyone should watch! You can learn more about this topic with Fr. Tad from his video mentioned in the podcast, “The...

This week, we get the second half of Fr. Desmond Murtala’s story. How did he get his call to the priesthood? Join us to find out that and how his family reacted to it. He also shares how we can help him be a good priest, and it might not be what you expect!

How does a Muslim become a Catholic? This week Fr. Desmond Murtala shares his story of conversion and how the many graces of God in his life led him to the Catholic Church. He’s a new priest to our diocese, and his story is one of being obedient to God, even when it’s difficult and most unexpected. Don’t miss his fascinating story!

Is your marriage feeling a bit rough lately? Could it use a tune up? Dr. Ray Guarendi joins Catholic Views to share his small changes that bring about big results in a marriage. Dr. Ray brings his wit and humor along with him (are they ever absent?), so be sure to listen in! And visit drray.com to check out the books mentioned in the interview.

A father’s love for his children runs deep. This week we hear the story of Tom Vander Woude from his son Chris. Tom, who was born and raised in our diocese, died a heroic death saving the life of his youngest child. Now there is an effort to open his cause for sainthood. Join us to find out about Tom’s faith and heroic death.

The Bishop Dudley Hospitality House (BDHH) is adding new programs to continue serving the homeless in our community, and Executive Director Madeline Shields joins us to share the fruits of their efforts. Want to help support BDHH and have a great date night? The Taste the Goodness event is coming up on Aug. 2 in Sioux Falls! Grab your tickets and learn more at ccfesd.org/events!

Is there a way to plan our families and respect our bodies? Yes, there is! Sandy Petree shares some of the basics of Natural Family Planning during NFP Week. Find out how you can deepen your marriage and cooperate with God’s plan for your lives through Natural Family Planning.