From Dolton to the Dome
On this episode of Morning Air, Mary Hallan Fiorito shared the powerful, prayerful journey she experienced in Rome during the conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV—the first-ever American Pope, and a native of Dolton, Illinois. Mary described the atmosphere in the Eternal City as “electrifying.” As pilgrims filled the cobblestone streets, and media crews crowded...Continue reading→
Fr. Richard Simon Explains the Impact of Pope Leo XIV’s Augustinian Formation
On Father Simon Says, Pat from Brooklyn posed a thoughtful question that many Catholics may be wondering right now: What does it actually mean that Pope Leo XIV is an Augustinian? Fr. Simon explained that the Augustinians are a religious order founded in the 13th century, rooted in the spiritual vision of one of the...Continue reading→
The Holy Father Calls Us to Holiness Rooted in Sacrificial Love
On this episode of Trending with Timmerie, the energy is joyful, hopeful, and just a little giddy. Timmerie dives into the heart of Pope Leo XIV’s first homily as Holy Father, and explains why this isn’t just exciting because he’s the first American pope, but also because he’s calling us to something that matters deeply—holiness...Continue reading→
Bishop Michael Martin: A Holy Surprise and the Ripple Effect of Grace
In this stirring segment of The Inner Life, host Patrick Conley welcomed Bishop Michael Martin, OFM Conv., of Charlotte, NC, for a conversation that blended joy, surprise, and the subtle work of the Holy Spirit—culminating in an emotional, moving listener testimony. Bishop Martin shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of his encounter with the future Pope Leo...Continue reading→
Pope Leo XIV: A Shepherd for Our Time, Not a Celebrity
On The Drew Mariani Show, Kathryn Jean Lopez joined Drew to reflect on the unmistakable qualities of Pope Leo XIV—his holiness, humanity, and humble presence. From the moment he appeared on the balcony, it was clear that this new Holy Father wasn’t stepping into the spotlight to make headlines, but to guide souls back to...Continue reading→
Pope Leo XIV’s Inaugural Mass: A Powerful Call to Love and Unity
On a radiant Sunday in Vatican City, over 200,000 faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square to witness Pope Leo XIV celebrate his inaugural Mass. The atmosphere was electric with chants of “Viva il Papa!” as cardinals, world leaders, and pilgrims from across the globe filled the square. Patriarch Bartholomew’s presence further underscored the significance of...Continue reading→
Pope Leo XIV’s First Homily: Humility, Holiness, and a Call to Discipleship
Timmerie shared a deeply moving recap of Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural homily, delivered in his unmistakable Illinois-accented English — a first for the papacy. The new Holy Father opened not with grandiosity but with humble, heartfelt words: “You have called me to carry that cross… I know I can rely on each and every one...Continue reading→
A Heavenly Bouquet: Pope Leo XIV, St. Thérèse, and the Power of Roses
In a recent episode of Morning Air, John Morales and Fr. James Kubicki explored the powerful connections between St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Pope Francis, and the newly elected Pope Leo XIV. The common thread? A single white rose — a symbol of faith, prayer, and heavenly intercession. Known as the “Little Flower,” St. Thérèse of...Continue reading→
Cardinal Ambongo: Unity in the Church stems from fidelity to Christ
“The Church is not an ideology. Rather, it is an attachment to a person, and that person is Jesus Christ.” In a recent interview with Vatican News, Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo of Africa provided a much-needed perspective on the perceived divisions within the Church. While social media and mainstream news often amplify narratives of a divided...Continue reading→
When Life is Tangled
We all have had moments in our lives when situations or events arise that are incredibly difficult, it seems like there is no way out and the circumstance is too dire. Whether it is the loss of a job, marital difficulties, a terminal diagnosis, cancer spreading, addiction, a loved one away from the Church, infertility...Continue reading→
The Miraculous Water of Lourdes
If you’ve ever had the opportunity to visit a Marian apparition site, you know the feeling. Heaven seems a little closer, the veil between heaven and earth is a little thinner, as you pray in a place where the Mother of God came down to earth, appearing to mankind with a heart full of love,...Continue reading→
Pope Leo XIV’s Marian Devotion Shines in First Days of Papacy
From the very first moments of his papacy, Pope Leo XIV has made it abundantly clear that his heart is firmly rooted in a deep and abiding devotion to the Blessed Mother. On The Inner Life, Fr. Eckert couldn’t contain his joy as he reflected on how prominently Mary has featured in the new Pope’s...Continue reading→
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