The Catholic Conversation

Take a fascinating look at the history of the Catholic Church in the United States with Christopher Shannon. His book, American Pilgrimage: A Historical Journey Through Catholic Life in the New World, unpacks the development of the Church in America. This episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union.  

As Fr. Sergio Fita prepares to return to Spain after serving many years at St. Anne in Gilbert, he shares his parting gift, Jesus and You, Woman: Ignatian Retreat for Woman Under the Guidance of Edith Stein . It is a way for women to grow closer to Jesus through contemplative meditation This episode is brought to you in part by Crowning Glory Tea Room . 

How do we know if a miracle is actually a miracle? Michael O'Neill, EWTN's Miracle Hunter explains how the Catholic Church validates supernatural claims using scientific investigation. His book is Science and the Miraculous: How the Church Investigates the Supernatural . This show is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. 

Abortion, racism, euthanasia, immigration are among many issues Catholics face in society. How does the Church answer these tough questions? Fr. Jeffrey Kirby explores how to bring the light of truth into our society, his book is Sanctify Them in Truth: How the Church's Social Doctrine Addresses the Issues of Our Time. This episode is brought to you in part by Crowning Glory Tea Room. Learn more:...

Where did confusion about gender start and how does the Church address this issue? Dr. John Grabowski unpacks the beauty of Church teaching on human sexuality in light of chaos in the culture. His book is Unraveling Gender: The Battle Over Sexual Difference. This episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. Learn more at https://notredamefcu.com/ .

Recorded on the day the Supreme Court released the decision overturning Roe v. Wade, Nik Nikas, Co-Founder and CEO of the Bioethics Defense Fund breaks down what this means for the unborn, and our society. This episode is brought to you in part by Crowning Glory Tea Room. Learn more: https://crowningglorytearoom.com/

G.K. Chesterton prophetically said that no one is defending the family and that the family is the brick of society. He said this in the 1800's! Dale Ahlquist explores the mind of G.K. Chesterton on family and society, his book is The Story of the Family: G.K. Chesterton on the Only State That Creates and Loves Its Own Citizens.   This episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit...

Joseph Pearce explores the history of England, the persecution of the Catholic Church and the brave people who stood firm. His book is Faith of Our Fathers: A History of True England . This episode is brought to you in part by Crowning Glory Tea Room. To learn more visit: https://crowningglorytearoom.com/

The Sisters of Life arrived in Arizona last Fall with a mission to help women facing unplanned pregnancies believe in themselves and choose life for their unborn children. Sr. Bethany Madonna shares her story as well as inspiring stories of women who have received healing and strength through their ministry. This episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. To learn more v...

Dawn Brohawn and Michael Greaney began a conversation in April exploring how a return to Christian principles based on Natural Law, the common good and human dignity could rebuild a better society. In this episode, they outline specific concepts for how to achieve a better economic and social structure. Their new book is The Greater Reset: Reclaiming Personal Sovereignty Under Natural Law . Today'...

Explore the life and legacy of Pope Benedict XVI, a look into his life, his commitment to defending the faith, the liturgy, the dignity of the human person and more. Joseph Pearce's heartfelt biography is Benedict XVI: Defender of the Faith . This episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union.

Spirituality is a broad term, used by many, but what does Spirituality look like in the Catholic tradition? Fr. Jeffrey Kirby takes complex theological concepts, makes them understandable and unlocks for us the spiritual treasures of the Catholic faith. His book is Glory Unto Glory: A Primer on Ascetical Theology . This episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. Learn mo...

Dawn Brohawn and Michael Greaney explore how a return to Christian principles based on Natural Law, the common good and human dignity could rebuild a better society. Their new book is The Greater Reset: Reclaiming Personal Sovereignty Under Natural Law . This episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. 

Meg Hunter-Kilmer helps us get to know some saints whose struggles can help us with our own. Her book is Pray for Us: 75 Saints Who Sinned, Suffered, and Struggled on Their Way to Holiness.   Today's episode is brought to you in part by  Caritas Press .

What does it take to be a Catholic leader in these times? How can we change our culture through our witness to Christ? Cristofer Pereyra and Erin Monnin share tips and thoughts, from their new book, Catholic Leadership for Civil Society: A Practical Guide on Authentic Lay Leadership . This episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. Learn more at ndfcu.org. 

A teacher's conversion leads to a new call as an author. Kennedy Hall shares his story, his passion to teach, tips for men to grow in virtue and his new book, Terror of Demons: Reclaiming Traditional Catholic Masculinity. Today's episode is brought to you in part by  Caritas Press . 

How can women enter into a more intimate relationship with God? Nell O'Leary shares the mission of Blessed is She and a new devotional for women, Made New . They explore the authentic, real stories written to inspire and help women grow closer to the Lord. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.

Who were the twelve Apostles? We might know their names, or some of their names, but what do we know about them? Rod Bennett explores the Apostles and what we can learn from the Gospel through them. His book is These Twelve: The Gospel Through the Apostles Eyes. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.

After spending time away in treatment and deep prayer, Fr. John Lankeit has returned. He shares his journey and how God has worked in him during this time. In today's conversation, he provides insight for all of us to heal and grow. Today's episode is brought to you in part by  Caritas Press . 

Young people experience the world and learn differently than today's adults. Mark Hart joins the show for a conversation about how to approach reading the Bible and to introduce the Venture Bible Study that brings the Bible to life in a new way for teens. Today's episode is brought to you in part by  Caritas Press . 

Could a renewal in art and literature lead to God? Joseph Pearce explores culture, current events, Catholic literary figures and how to evangelize through the good, true and beautiful. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union  https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.  

Beauty leads us to God. Sacred music is a treasure in the Church and is accessible in the Diocese of Phoenix through the group Floriani. Graham Crawley and Joseph Daly share their stories and their apostolate, Floriani. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Caritas Press . 

In a culture hungering for authentic, heroic masculinity, St. Joseph provides a fatherly example for us. Duane and Carrie Daunt join Steve and Becky to explore the virtues embodied in St. Joseph and real-life stories about men living those virtues. Their book is Man Your Post: Learning to Lead Like St. Joseph . Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://no...

Bad things happen. Suffering is inevitable. How can we endure it, or be present to others who are suffering? Fr. Jeffrey Kirby provides insight into God working through suffering. His book is Manual for Suffering . Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union  https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.

An exploration of the first two centuries of the Christian faith reveals that the early Church was Catholic. Joe Heschmeyer looks at the early history, the beliefs, and practices in the early days of Christianity. His book is The Early Church Was the Catholic Church.  This episode is made possible by our friends at Crowning Glory Tea Room. Visit them at  https://crowningglorytearoom.com/