Roman Catholic Diocese of Marquette

The Anchor of Hope

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Hope is the “sure and steadfast anchor of the soul … that enters … where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf.” (CCC 1820). Join Most Rev. John Doerfler, bishop of Marquette, Michigan and Hattie Hanold, Catholic convert, wife and mom, as they discuss Jesus and living with hope in today's world.

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Roman Catholic Diocese of Marquette

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Religion

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Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

Parenting as Catholics 02.07.2026

"We delight in our children as God delights in us." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

AI from a Catholic Lens 18.06.2026

Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Document mentioned Antiqua et Nova  – Church teaching on AI Magnifica Humanitas Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

Discerning the Will of God 04.06.2026

Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Book mentioned Discerning the Will of God:  An Ignatian Guide to Christian Decision Making - Timothy Gallagher Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

What Do I Do If My Children Have Left the Faith? 21.05.2026

Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Hitchcock films mentioned "I confess" "Rope" Return - Brandon Vogt "The Mother's Manual" - Aquinas Press

St. Joseph and Manhood 07.05.2026

 "Joseph is drawn into this life of the Trinity and God the Father is allowing St Joseph to share in his own relationship with God the Son."  Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Book mentioned Bishop John: "Go to Joseph" by Fr. Richard Gilsdorf Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

Divorced Persons in the Heart of the Church 16.04.2026

"There is a place for you in the heart of the Church." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Book mentioned Hattie: " Through Storms and Still Waters" by Megan Madden Scripture Verses Mark 10:2-12 Matthew 19:1-8 Matthew 5:31-32 Catechism of the Catholic Church CCC 1646 - 1651 CCC 2382 -2386 Bishop John Doerfler's Pastoral Statements Pastoral Statement Pastoral Stat...

Spirituality and Mission for Catholic Single Adults 02.04.2026

"No matter who you are, you have unique gifts the Lord will call you for at this stage of life." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820  Book mentioned: "An Introduction to the Devout Life" by St. Francis de Sales Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

Catholic Dating 19.03.2026

"Ask God to help you meet the person He wants you to marry." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Music artists mentioned: Hattie Hanold: The Red Clay Strays - Apple Music | Spotify Bishop John Doerfler: Julian Lage - Apple Music | Spotify Scripture Verse: 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8 Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

Friendship 05.03.2026

"Friendship is the moment when two hearts connect." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Scripture Verse:  Sirach 6:14-16 Book mentioned: Hattie Hanold: C.S. Lewis - "The Four Loves"  Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

Fostering a Culture of Dialogue in the Midst of Division 19.02.2026

"When we look at all of the division that exists in our society, God wants to bring hope to this situation, realizing ultimately our hope is in eternal life with him." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Texts mentioned: " Fratelli Tutti: On Fraternity and Social Friendship " by Pope Francis " Arguing Religion: A Bishop Speaks at Facebook and Google " by Bishop R...

The State of the News Today 05.02.2026

"It's so important to keep our mind on Jesus Christ."  Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820  Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

Healing Wounds of the Heart 15.01.2026

"No matter what my wound is, somehow I can find some parallel to that in the wounds of Christ." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Spiritual Healing in the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 739 Books mentioned Hattie Hanold: Fr. Henri Nouwen - "The Inner Voice of Love: A Journey Through Anguish to Freedom" Bishop John Doerfler: Fr. William Watson -  "Forty W...

How Do I Forgive? 01.01.2026

"Do you want the person who has wronged or hurt you to be with you in paradise someday?" Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Scripture Verses: Matthew 6:14-15 Matthew 18:21-22 Quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church on the family as a "School of forgiveness": CCC 1657 Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

How Do I Pray? 18.12.2025

"[Prayer] ... is taking time to be alone with Him who we know loves us." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Books mentioned: St. Teresa of Avila, "The Book of Her Life, Spiritual Testimonies, and Soliloquies" translated by Kieran Kavanaugh and Otilio Rodriguez "Prayer Primer" by Fr. Thomas Dubay Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

Is God Listening? 04.12.2025

"For any of us, if it seems that God is not answering our prayers, it's always the right thing at the right time ... [that] is what God wants for us. He always wants what's best for us." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Definition of prayer from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 2559 Scripture Verses: Matthew 26:39 2 Corinthians 12: 7-10 Music used: "D...

Hope and the Problem of Evil 20.11.2025

"What more do we need to sustain us in any of the struggles in our life than the gift of the Lord Jesus in the Holy Eucharist?" Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Book mentioned: Hattie Hanold: Fathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev Scripture Verses: Luke 9:23 Colossians 1:24 St. John Paul II Apostolic Letter: "On the Christian Meaning of Human Suffering" Music used:...

Hope and Happiness 06.11.2025

"There's one thing we can depend on, and that's God's love." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Mother of Divine Grace homeschool curriculum  Definition of hope from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1817 Scripture Verse: Luke 9:23  Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

What is Hope? 16.10.2025

"We know the Lord is with us; the Lord is journeying with us." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Definition of hope from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1817 Scripture Verses Matthew 11: 28-30 Matthew 16: 24 Psalm 23 Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

Introducing the Anchor of Hope Podcast 02.10.2025

"Jesus is there for you ... Look to him, hope in him." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Books mentioned Hattie Hanold: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Bishop John Doerfler: Diary of a Country Priest by George Bernanos Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes

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