Fr. Rocky joins WGN News to discuss the death of Pope Francis
Fr. Rocky joined WGN News this morning to discuss the death of Pope Francis, the legacy that he left us as the pope of mercy, and the time of mourning that the Catholic world will enter, preceding the conclave and the election of the next pope. For further coverage on the death of Pope Francis...Continue reading→
A Message from Fr. Rocky on the Passing of Pope Francis
It’s with great sadness this Easter Monday that we, as Catholics, mourn the loss of our Holy Father Pope Francis. I think the good Pope Francis will be remembered as the Pope of Mercy. And what a magnificent example he gave to all of us by showing up for Easter yesterday in St. Peter’s Plaza...Continue reading→
BREAKING: Cardinal Kevin Farrell Announces the Death of Pope Francis
VATICAN CITY — The world mourns the passing of Pope Francis, who returned to the Lord at 7:35 a.m. local time in Rome at the age of 88. The announcement was made by Cardinal Kevin Farrell from the Chapel of the Domus Sanctae Marthae, the residence where the Holy Father spent his final years. “Dearest...Continue reading→
Pope Francis dies at 88
His Holiness Pope Francis December 17, 1936 – April 21, 2025 The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has died. The Vatican announced the pope’s death at 9:45 AM on April 21, 2025 in a statement translated into several languages. “Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35...Continue reading→
Trump’s Universal Tariffs
Tariffs are the talk of the town. Last week, President Trump signed an executive order establishing wide-ranging tariffs on American trading partners. The order requires a baseline ten percent tariff on all imports coming into the United States, and for many countries, the order establishes higher ‘reciprocal’ tariffs. Then, earlier this week, the President announced...Continue reading→
Sports Betting Proliferation
They’re everywhere. Sports betting ads, that is. Commercials for gambling apps like DraftKings or BetMGM are all over prime time, and they’ve recruited some of the biggest celebrities from Hollywood and sports. Now, some are sounding the alarm of their predatory practices. History For many decades, sports gambling was illegal in most states, thanks to...Continue reading→
National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion Named Official Jubilee Pilgrimage Site
We are thrilled to share that the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion has been officially designated as a Jubilee Pilgrimage Site for the 2025 Jubilee Year, a celebration of faith, hope, and renewal across the Universal Church. As pilgrims journey to this sacred site in northeast Wisconsin, they are invited to experience the...Continue reading→
Have You Done This Yet?
It’s almost the month of Mary, which means it’s almost time for the Walk to Mary! On Saturday, May 3rd, join Relevant Radio and thousands of pilgrims for a 22-mile pilgrimage unlike any other. We start at the National Shrine of St. Joseph at Old St. Joseph Catholic Church in De Pere, WI, and end at Apparition...Continue reading→
Is it Ethical for Catholics to Shop at Amazon?
Last year, Amazon reported 180 million U.S. Prime subscribers, a new high for the retail giant. That means more than half of Americans are subscribed to the service. The number reaches even higher when accounting for subscriptions shared by multiple people. However, the service’s ubiquity and convenient two-day (and sometimes one-day) shipping has drawn criticism...Continue reading→
Fr. Rocky discusses the Pope’s health and legacy
Rev. Francis Hoffman “Fr. Rocky” had the opportunity to join NewsNation this morning to discuss the current state of the Pope’s health, the state of the atmosphere in the Catholic world, and the legacy that Pope Francis will leave behind should he pass away. While the Holy Father is old (88) and currently sick with...Continue reading→
The Art of De-Cluttering
The coming warmer weather means many Americans will begin spring cleaning. Last year, a survey of homeowners revealed almost “a third of respondents have difficulty keeping their homes organized.” This despite the fact that one study concluded de-cluttering is ‘enjoyable’ and ‘easy’ for those tried. Deacon Joseph Ferrari, a Catholic deacon and a professor of...Continue reading→
IVF and the Destruction of Human Life
NOTE: This article features some sensitive topics that may not be suitable for younger readers. Please use discretion. On February 20, 2025, Bishop Daniel E. Thomas, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, issued a statement in response to President Trump’s executive order calling for policies to make in vitro fertilization (IVF) more affordable...Continue reading→
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