Catholic Views

Rerun previous episode: Fr. Scott Traynor is our guest this week to discuss the National Eucharistic Revival. He tells us why we need a revival, what to expect and how we can take part. And Fr. Scott is always inspiring, so don’t miss this one!

Pat Cordell stops by the Catholic Views studio to tell us about her life as a consecrated virgin for the Diocese of Sioux Falls. What does this call look like in real life? Join us to find out!

Jan Feterl and Madeline Shields stop by to talk about Taste the Goodness and the Bishop Dudley House. What does a day look like at a homeless shelter? Tune in to find out.

Fr. Joe Vogel is in the Catholic Views studio to tell us the story of his call to the priesthood. It’s a wild ride and worth every minute!

Fr. Brian Eckrich finally gets the chance to tell us how Michelle Duppong influenced his decision to become a priest. An investigation into Michelle’s life has been opened by the Diocese of Bismark to put her on the path to possible sainthood. Join us to find out why. This is the radio length version. For the full episode go here .

Fr. Brian Eckrich finally gets the chance to tell us how Michelle Duppong influenced his decision to become a priest. An investigation into Michelle’s life has been opened by the Diocese of Bismark to put her on the path to possible sainthood. Join us to find out why.

Fr. James Zimmer stops by Catholic Views to tell us how he got his call to the priesthood. Interestingly, he says he’s still being called!

Fr. Mitchell McLaughlin stops by Catholic Views on his way to his new assignment in Aberdeen to tell us how he got his call to the priesthood. Join us to find out!

Dr. Chris Burgwald joins Catholic Views to discuss why only men can become priests. Renae throws a couple bombs to make sure the conversation is as real as possible, so don’t miss this one! Here is the book Dr. Burgwald recommended in this episode: https://www.leafletonline.com/the-catholic-priesthood-and-women-by-sara-butler-msbt

Clinical counselor Elena McDonald joins Catholic Views. As the newest member of The Lourdes Center counseling team, we wanted to get to know her a bit better. Her experiences growing up in Russia and her approach to her work make for a fascinating conversation. Join us!

Fr. Scott Traynor is our guest this week to discuss the National Eucharistic Revival. He tells us why we need a revival, what to expect and how we can take part. And Fr. Scott is always inspiring, so don’t miss this one!

Newly ordained Fr. Nick Haiar takes time out to join Catholic Views to tell us how he was called to the priesthood. He also shares what he’s most looking forward to as a priest. Don’t miss getting to know this great new priest of our diocese.

Deacon (soon to be father) Zach Schaefbauer stops by the Catholic Views studio to tell us how he got the call to the priesthood and how being an altar server had a huge influence on that decision.

Wade VanDover and BJ and Brandei Schaefbauer join Catholic Views to talk about the Bishop’s Charity Fishing Tournament coming up. How did it get started and why does it matter? Join us to find out!

The Church has a new saint! Fr. John Rutten and Chris Motz join Catholic Views to tell us about newly canonized St. Charles de Foucauld. He’s an unconventional saint who had a huge impact on Fr. Rutten. Don’t miss it!

Happy Mother’s Day! Kim Kovash joins us to talk about faith and family. Tune in to find out if she can keep from crying when talking about her awesome family!

Have you spent time in a hospital and visited with a hospital chaplain? Fr. James Zimmer joins Catholic Views to talk about his time as a hospital chaplain and how we can use our faith to endure times of illness.

Fr. Joe Vogel joins Catholic Views to talk about spiritual direction. In famous Fr. Vogel style, he tells it like it is! If you’ve wondered if you should get a spiritual director, join us to find out!

Bishop DeGrood joins Catholic Views to celebrate Easter Sunday! Find out what he remembers from Easter as a kid in Minnesota and which Holy Week/Easter Mass is his favorite.

Alaina Cuka joins Catholic Views to shed some light on the Pathway of Discipleship and how average Catholics can use it to evangelize the people in their lives.

Alison Conemac and Mike and Tammy Mitzel join Catholic Views this week to discuss boundaries. Why do we need them and how do they help our children be happy, healthy and holy? Tune in to find out!

Fr. Scott Traynor joins us for a mid-Lent check in! Do you know what the six moments of repentance are? We have a fascinating conversation about repentance and the Prodigal Son. Don’t miss it!

Catch a new Biblical Bites with Dr. B this week. After that we listen to the story of Mike and Laura Kondratuk again. We'll talk about their book, “By God’s Grace,” and their faith journey over the years. It’s an inspirational story you won’t want to miss.

Mike and Laura Kondratuk join us this week on Catholic Views to talk about their book, “By God’s Grace,” and their faith journey over the years. It’s an inspirational story you won’t want to miss.

Meet Fr. Thomas Hartman. He has an unusual yet fascinating story on his calling to his vocation as a priest. Absolution on I-29? You’ll have to listen to find out what that means!