Pope Leo XIV: Protection of the Innocent is a Vital Part of the Church’s Mission
Addressing the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors during its plenary assembly at the Vatican, the Holy Father expressed gratitude for their work and emphasized that safeguarding minors and vulnerable people must be embraced throughout the Church as a true culture of care. The Pope explained that preventing abuse cannot be reduced to policies...Continue reading→
Russia-Ukraine War at Four Years
On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine after amassing troops on the Ukrainian border. Four years and 1.2 million casualties later, the war continues to rage. And now, the war in Iran opens up new possibilities and perils for Russia, Ukraine, and the United States. Dr. Daniel Kempton, professor emeritus of political...Continue reading→
The Holy Father Calls Us to Prayer as Violence Escalates in the Middle East
During his Sunday Angelus address, Pope Leo XIV directed the attention of the faithful toward the escalating violence in the Middle East, encouraging Christians to pray fervently for peace and for an end to the suffering caused by war. Reflecting on the current situation, the Holy Father spoke of the devastation affecting Iran and surrounding...Continue reading→
The US Strikes Iran
The United States and Israel began joint strikes against Iran over the weekend, after nearly a year of negotiations between the US and Iran. In a speech to the nation on Saturday, President Trump called the strikes a “major combat operation” and said the objective was to “defend the American people by eliminating the immanent threats...Continue reading→
As Conflict in Iran Ignites, the Pope Reminds World Powers of their Responsibility to Sow Peace and Stability
As violence intensifies in the Middle East, Pope Leo XIV has renewed the Church’s urgent call for peace rooted in moral responsibility and authentic dialogue. Speaking during his Sunday Angelus address, the Holy Father expressed deep concern over the rapidly escalating conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. In recent days, joint airstrikes carried...Continue reading→
Tariff Reset
President Trump’s tariff policy has been upended. In a major ruling last Friday, the nation’s highest court struck down the Trump administration’s tariff policy, one enacted by executive order. The 6-3 decision, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, determined that President Trump exceeded his powers by invoking the Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose...Continue reading→
America’s Romance Recession
America is in a romance recession – that’s according to research from The Institute for Family Studies (IFS). In their 2025 National Dating Landscape Survey, they found that only 1 in 3 young adults is “actively dating.” Why? One of the culprits in the dating recession is lack of confidence. “Only about 1-in-3 young adult...Continue reading→
The Holy Father Marks Four Years of War in Ukraine with Renewed Plea for Peace
Four years after the outbreak of war in Ukraine, Pope Leo XIV renewed his urgent appeal for peace, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a serious commitment to dialogue. Speaking after the Angelus from the Apostolic Palace, the Holy Father urged that weapons fall silent and that bombings cease, insisting that the path to peace...Continue reading→
Cognitive Benefits of Handwriting
New research suggests improving cognition might be as simple as putting pen to paper. A study from Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome suggests that handwriting “remains an important tool for learning and memory retention” – especially in young people. The study analyzed a “wide range of neuroimaging and electrophysiological studies to understand...Continue reading→
Remembering Fr. Willy Raymond, C.S.C., Tireless Advocate of Family Prayer
The Relevant Radio family joins Holy Cross Family Ministries in mourning the sudden passing of Fr. Willy Raymond, C.S.C., who died on February 16, 2026, while visiting the Holy Cross community in Bennington, Vermont. He was a faithful son of the Congregation of Holy Cross, a devoted priest of Jesus Christ, and a tireless promoter...Continue reading→
Pope Leo XIV: War Undermines Life, Health, and the Common Good
Addressing the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Academy for Life on February 16, Pope Leo XIV offered a sober assessment of the global situation, identifying war as the most severe blow that can be dealt to both human life and public health. His remarks, delivered during the Academy’s meeting in Rome dedicated to “Healthcare for...Continue reading→
Securing the Sanctuary
The topic of parish safety was poignantly highlighted in a recent discussion initiated by listener Eric from Virginia who called into The Patrick Madrid Show. Eric expressed his unease following a recent attempted shooting, prompting him to seek advice on advocating for enhanced security measures at his own parish. “In Louisiana last week, there was...Continue reading→
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