Outside the Walls

Sherry Weddell, Co-Founder of the Catherine of Siena Institute ( http://www.siena.org ) talks about her new book, Fruitful Discipleship, and the changing landscape of evangelism within the Church. A reading from Pastores Dabo Vobis.

Most Rev. Gerard Battersby, Auxiliary Bishop of Detroit, talks about the new pastoral letter “Unleash the Gospel”  and the process by which the Archdiocese is equipping its parishioners for missionary discipleship. A reading from Unleash the Gospel . For extra unbroadcast content with Bishop Battersby, become a supporter of the show at www.patreon.com/outsidethewalls .

Bishop Michael Sheridan, of the diocese of Colorado Springs, talks with us about the role of families in evangelism, and pragmatic steps to encountering God in the Sacraments.  A reading from St. Augustine on the Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist.

An encounter with Love always precedes evangelism. Our Rome correspondent, Joe Heschmeyer, joins us to discuss the role of encounter and shares the story of his initial and ongoing encounter with the love of God. A reading from Evangelii Gaudium

Tim Glemkowski, president of the L’Alto Catholic Institute, talks about evangelization and the Archdiocese of Detroit’s new pastoral letter, Unleash the Gospel. www.unleashthegospel.com A reading from Evangelii Nuntiandi

Sr. Mary Karolyn, of the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George, discusses the person and role of the Holy Spirit, and how her relationship with the Holy Spirit helped clarify her vocation. A reading from St. Irenaeus on the Sending of the Holy Spirit and the Pentecost Sequence

Dr. Pia de Solenni ( www.moraltheologian.com ) discusses the ways in which authentic femininity manifests in prayer, and the new book to which she contributed “When Women Pray” available on Sophia Institute Press. An Invocation of the Holy Spirit by St. Mary Magdalene de’ Pazzi.

It's a different sort of show this week. Kristin Putnam (my Darling Bride) joins the show for an intimate reflection on our first 11 years of marriage. Join us as we share our thoughts with one another.

Bishop-Elect Daniel Mueggenborg talks about his encounter with the first American-born martyr, Fr. Stanley Rother, and with St. Teresa of Calcutta.  We discuss the place of service in the Christian Life, and the Universal Call to Holiness. A Reading from St. Peter Chrysologus

Dr. Ray Guarendi, Clinical psychologist, father of 10, New York Times best-selling author, discusses his new book "Advice worth Ignoring" which contains proven strategies for effective and loving discipline, and gives solid reasons for why listening to the experts is not always your best option.

Chuck Neff, Host of The Inner Life on Relevant Radio, discusses Spiritual Direction, and Personal & Marital Growth.  Our reading from Church History is from the Dialogue on Divine Providence by St. Catherine of Siena.

Jeremy Priest, the Director of Family Life and Pro-Life Activities for the Diocese of Tulsa, discusses the origin and practice of the Octave of Easter. We hear a homily on the Octave of Easter by Saint Augustine.

A Holy Saturday special  Christ died for your specific sins Dr. Doug Beaumont discusses his conversion to the Catholic Church An Ancient Homily from Holy Saturday

Dr. David Franks joins us and talks about how Christ suffered for us, and how our suffering can be a participation in his.  A reading from Spe Salvi.

We talk about Lauren K and our opportunity /responsibility to help those entering religious vocations, even as they will help us through their vocations later.  Adam Conque of Christ our King Radio in Lafayette, LA talks about the Little Way in between the extremes of Scrupulosity and Laxity in our Lenten disciplines. A reading from St. Francis de Sales introduction to the Devout Life.

Fr. Michael Kerper talks about the new Sophia Institute Press compilation of his long-standing column answering questions pertaining to the Faith.  Buy the book "A Priest Answers 27 Questions You Never Thought You'd Ask."

Author Marcel LeJeune talks about overcoming habitual sin. We talk about the addictive nature of pornography, how to help a loved one overcome the addiction, and how to protect your kids in an increasingly graphic world. For Help: Get ‘Cleansed’ available at store.pauline.org Recovery Program -   www.reclaimsexualhealth.com Recovery Program -  integrityrestored.com Web Filter and helpful...

Dr. Joseph Capizzi talks about the role of Catholic Social Doctrine in the average layperson's life, and discusses the new Catholic Social Doctrine online course from the Catholic University of America.  To register, visit CSDCertificate.com .

Mark Shea, Catholic author and blogger , talks to us about his Lenten Disciplines, and explains what it means to 'Offer it Up.'

The Venerable Matt Swaim, of the Coming Home Network International , talks to us about his Lenten Disciplines.

Jessee Weiler, of the Liturgical Institute, talks to us about the Transfigured: Young Adult Liturgy Conference which will take place in Chicago, IL on April 22nd.

Bishop Eusebio Elizondo, member of the USCCB Committee on Migration, talks about the Catholic position on Immigration and its connection to the Dignity of the Human Person.

Vicki Burbach talks about her new book 'How to Read Your Way to Heaven: A Spiritual Reading Program for the Worst of Sinners, the Greatest of Saints, and Everyone in Between'  available on Sophia Institute Press.

Christina Kleehammer talks about her conversion, her blog at FindingChristInAStory.com , and shared history.

Sr. Maria Grace Dateno, FSP talks about her book series "The Gospel Time Trekkers," and intuitive ways to introduce children to Scripture, and foster a love for Jesus.