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Charity, Unity, Fraternity, Patriotism: these are the four essential pillars of the Knights of Columbus. This worldwide Catholic brotherhood encourages its members to perform local charity works, model Catholic fatherhood, and serve parish needs.

Racism and intolerance is nothing new, but they are evils that must be answered whenever they are encountered. In a time when prejudice seems to be constantly bad in the spotlight, Bishop Wall proposes that Catholics answer as Jesus taught us: through nonviolent, authentic love. towards our neighbors.

Fr. John Cormack, newly-ordained priest for the Diocese of Gallup, comes to us all the way from Ireland! In this episode, he tells Bishop Wall about his background, favorite saints, vocation story, and more.

Separation of Church and state is an important aspect of American life, but all too often, but it doesn't restrict the practice of religion to one hour per week. When our religion is something that infuses and permeates every aspect of our lives, how do we preserve this spiritual influence while also acting as good and faithful citizens?

St. Kateri Tekakwitha is an important role model for Native American Catholics, especially in the Diocese of Gallup. The Annual Tekakwitha Conference carries on her legacy in the modern age, ensuring that the voices and cultures of Native Americans are properly represented in the Catholic Church.

Have you ever wondered why the Church has different seasons on the Liturgical Calendar, and why the period between Lent and Advent runs so long? What do the various vestment colors mean, and why are some feast days a bigger deal than others? In this episode, Bishop Wall explains the significance of the Liturgical Calendar, and why Ordinary Time is the perfect opportunity to make our spiritual live...

Do you think you could take on Bishop Wall in a nerdy trivia challenge? Well don't place your bets just yet, because as it turns out, he has been a huge fan of comics his whole life. We cover all your favorite characters and crossovers in this episode!

With his recent 8th anniversary since episcopal ordination, Bishop Wall reflects on his experiences in the Diocese of Gallup, and both the difficulties and joys that come with the role as spiritual leader for over 60,000 Catholics.

Lent is over, but the Easter season is just starting! So what does this mean for Catholics? Bishop Wall breaks down this very special time of year, from Divine Mercy Sunday to Pentecost.

So what exactly is the significance of Holy Week? What happens on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday leading up to Easter, and how should Catholics prepare their hearts and minds for this holiest of seasons? Bishop Wall explains in his latest podcast.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the appearance of Our Lady to the three shepherd children in Portugal. Bishop Wall recently returned from leading a pilgrimage to Fatima, and he reflects on the relevance of Our Lady's message, 100 years later.

Whether coping with illness or watching a loved one suffer, it can be hard to get through each day without resorting to fear, anger or sadness. Bishop Wall has faced two tough illnesses of his own, and discusses his own experiences with suffering.

One of Bishop Wall's favorite movies among this year's Oscar contenders was "La La Land". In this episode, he discusses why the themes of the movie stuck with him long after the credits rolled, and their relevance to modern romantic relationships.

Has the news got you feeling stressed? Unsure of how to handle the constant stream of politic on social media? Bishop Wall discusses how we can engage lovingly and courageously in an era of loud, angry public discourse.

Are you ready for 6 weeks of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving? Whether you're a seasoned Catholic or someone who struggles to maintain even the simplest religious habits, Bishop Wall has some advice on how to make this Lent a fruitful one.

Mitchell Brown is a seminarian for the Diocese of Gallup currently studying in Rome. He sits down with Bishop Wall to discuss why vocations are so important to the Church and how every Catholic can help to foster vocations.

Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City joins Bishop Wall to talk about the life of Fr. Stanley Rother, the first U.S.-born martyr whose cause for beatification is before the Vatican.

In this episode, Bishop Wall becomes the interviewer! His guest is Bill McCarthy, CEO of the Southwest Catholic Indian Foundation. For 50 years, SWIF has served the Native American peoples of the southwest through various outreach programs including stove and well installations, support of craftsmen, and scholarships for Catholic schools.

An increasing number if Americans are counting themselves among the "nones" - people who have no religious affiliation. What if some of them are found within our own families? How can we share the love of Christ with them without turning them away?

As our society becomes increasingly commercialized, the original message of Advent grows more important and more revolutionary. In this episode, Bishop Wall discusses how to maintain the spirituality of Advent while also celebrating the joy of the season.

The Year of Mercy may be over, but that doesn't mean we should stop acting with mercy in everyday life. In this second part of our series, Bishop Wall lays out some basic practices that anyone can implement in order to act with more love and mercy each day.

The Jubilee Year of Mercy is nearly over, but the practice of compassion should still be a constant in the life of every Catholic. In part 1 of our episode, Bishop Wall explains why mercy, as a concept and an action, is one of the driving forces behind the teachings of the Church.

The term "The New Evangelization" has become more and more popular in recent years, but what exactly does it mean? First popularized by Pope John Paul II, the New Evangelization is a call to Catholics to proudly and lovingly live the Gospel message in the new millennium. In this episode, Bishop Wall breaks down the history and purpose of the New Evangelization and how we can continue to encounter...

Has the election gotten you feeling stressed? You're not alone, especially when it comes to voting with a clear conscience. In our first episode, Bishop Wall discusses how Catholics can fulfill their civic duties without violating their principals.