Epiphany

Set in rural North Dakota in 1920, “ Hazel’s Heart ” is based on the true story of a determined teenage girl’s fight to keep her two younger siblings alive in a white-out blizzard, while her father leads a desperate rescue mission through 24 hours of subzero cold. It’s available to watch on Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play/YouTube Movies, Fandango-At-Home, Versant, Vubiquity, and DirecTV/AT&T. Daniel...

Daniel Meloy – News Reporter for Detroit Catholic , the digital news service for the Archdiocese of Detroit. The stories discussed: As jubilee year ends, continue in hope in 2026, Archbishop Weisenburger says https://www.detroitcatholic.com/news/as-jubilee-year-ends-continue-in-hope-in-2026-archbishop-weisenburger-says More than pre-Cana: The Marriage Group helps couples flourish for a lifetime ht...

Author, chef, podcaster, TV show host and priest Fr. Leo Patalinghug will inspire people to savor time with family and share faith while nourishing their souls at the two-day parish mission at 7 p.m. Jan. 19 and 20 at the National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica in Royal Oak . The topics will be different each night, and freewill offerings will support Plating Grace. The Adult Faith Formation...

“Michelle was a missionary to the core. As a Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) alumna, she helped plant the movement at the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, forming friendships, inviting students to weekday Mass, and quietly building a Eucharist-centered culture that stirred hearts. Even in Rome, she sowed seeds of conversion that later blossomed back home. This is ev...

We are honored to welcome Ellen Salter, a lifelong Catholic, devoted wife, and mother of four, whose faith journey has been profoundly shaped by God’s call to raise her daughter Meghan, a child with extraordinary needs. Ellen’s courageous “yes” to Christ has brought forth a story of love, holiness, and even miracles that have touched hearts across the world. Meghan, now 23, continues to radiate jo...

Fr. Andrew Smith grew up in Mt. Clemens and originally pursued a career in teaching, but felt a calling to the priesthood in 2016 during Adoration. He attended Sacred Heart Major Seminary and was ordained in May 2023. Since ordination, Fr. Andrew has served primarily at St. Paul on the Lake as Associate Pastor, but also other parishes in the Grosse Pointe area including St. Ambrose, St. Clare of M...

Richard Rice is Adult Faith Formation Chair at St. Michael’s in Livonia . He speaks with Vanessa about the upcoming installment of their “Hard Questions” series with Fr. Laboe talking about human dignity and Catholic social teaching. Click here for more information about the event and its background . Fr. Timothy Laboe, another highly-qualified member of the SHMS staff, will explain how to apply t...

“Cardinal Sarah’s meditations on the liturgy—as the Second Vatican Council imagined it—offers a spiritual and practical roadmap to authentic renewal, including at the parish level. Read with an open heart, The Song of the Lamb will make readers fall more deeply in love with the Mass and with the Divine Office, and it will fan the flames of the liturgical renewal that Christians across the world ha...

The Detroit Cristo Rey High School Board of Directors is pleased to announce that William R. McGrail has been appointed as President of Detroit Cristo Rey High School , effective January 5, 2026. Read more here . McGrail was selected following an extensive national search. Board President, Joaquin Nuno-Whelan, shared, “McGrail brings a strong background in strategic leadership, operational managem...

Dr. Kevin Clarke is the Dean of the Institute for Lay Ministry and Associate Professor at Sacred Heart Major Seminary . His research, which intersects with various theological and exegetical themes, has primarily focused upon Biblical interpretation in early Christianity, especially the Church Fathers’ spiritual exegesis of the Old Testament and readings that harmonize both Old and New, more speci...

“The Archdiocese of Detroit is embarking upon a two-year process of restructuring that will involve every Catholic parish in southeast Michigan, with the goal of thoughtfully aligning parishes, clergy and communities to flourish for generations to come, Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger announced in a message to the faithful read during Masses the weekend of Nov. 15-16.” Fr. Amore is closely invol...

The UCFS-CALC provides comprehensive programs and services designed to empower individuals and families, including food assistance, workforce training, and community support. Melanie Ann Duquesnel is the new president/CEO of United Community Family Services/Chaldean American Ladies of Charity . Founded in 1961 by 20 refugee and immigrant women, the Chaldean American Ladies of Charity (CALC) began...

Dr. Ray Guarendi is the father of 10, a clinical psychologist, author, public speaker, “Everybody Loves Raymond” binge-watcher, whistling enthusiast, and nationally syndicated radio host. His radio show― “The Doctor Is In” ― can be heard weekdays. Dr. Ray also hosts his own EWTN television show, “Living Right With Dr. Ray.” His experience includes school districts, Head Start programs, mental heal...

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“If anybody came to me and said, ‘Hey, we can rewind and we can go back and you can be a Major League all-star and win World Series championships and MVP trophies and millions of dollars and all the things. Hard pass. Not interested in the least. This is exactly what I was made for,” Father Lehnertz said. Read more here ! Fr. Benjamin Lehnertz is the Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Orlando...

Partake in a profound pilgrimage with Teresa Tomeo & Deacon Dom Pastore to visit these relics at the Basilica of San Francesco and walk in the footsteps of the beloved saint who embraced poverty, peace, and joyful devotion to Christ. This pilgrimage centers on the places most intimately tied to his life and conversion— Assisi , where he rests; Rivotorto , where he lived among the poor; Spoleto , w...

We look back on Sr. Marie Jeannette, Dr. Matthew Daniels, Elizabeth Champion, Joey Stout, Fr. Jacob VanAssche, Fr. Pat Bruen, Michael McCartney, Sandie Weathers, Dr. Rachel Popcak Isaac, Fr. Ed Fride and Fr. JJ Mech. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

This book was written by Fr. Henry James Coleridge, S.J. and originally published in 1885. “In a nutshell this read is a completely distinct and separate stage in the history of the Incarnation. Our Lord’s life in the womb of His Blessed Mother presents a modern take on a devotion of Our Lord which begins with the Annunciation itself and ends on the eve of the Nativity, covering the whole unborn l...

The UCFS-CALC provides comprehensive programs and services designed to empower individuals and families, including food assistance, workforce training, and community support. Melanie Ann Duquesnel is the new president/CEO of United Community Family Services/Chaldean American Ladies of Charity . Founded in 1961 by 20 refugee and immigrant women, the Chaldean American Ladies of Charity (CALC) began...

Perhaps a goal for 2026 is to truly understand the 10 Commandments and go into the New Year, praying the Ten Commandments: Creator of the universe and Redeemer of my soul, give me Your grace to grow in Your Commandments each day and in Your mercy when I stumble. (1) You are the Lord my God. I will not have any gods before You. (2) I will not use Your name in vain but will glorify Your name in all...

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“Ignorance does not protect against evil. Maintaining a basic understanding of the spiritual life can, and it will help you attain greater overall well-being. In this practical battle plan for spiritual awareness and strength, experts Dan Burke and Mary Ruth Hackett guide you in recognizing, understanding, and responding to the spiritual forces working for and against you.” Click here to purchase...

Vanessa shares her favorite Christmas music and talks about the Saints. Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

“ That Man is You! honestly addresses the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. The program harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive!” Al Juarez is the Senior Development Officer at Paradisus Dei . Ed...

“At the 53rd Annual SOCK Dinner in support of the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, the Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) was honored with the Silver Soup Bowl Award for its enduring partnership and compassionate service to those in need. Presented each year at the SOCK Dinner, the Silver Soup Bowl Award recognizes individuals and organizations that have made exceptional contributions to the C...