Author: John Hanretty

John Hanretty serves as a Digital Media Producer for Relevant Radio®. He is a graduate of the Gupta College of Business at the University of Dallas. Besides being passionate about writing, his hobbies include drawing and digital design. You can read more of his daily articles at relevantradio.com and on the Relevant Radio® app.
Why are archangels called saints? And why did Jesus curse a fig tree?

Why are archangels called saints? And why did Jesus curse a fig tree?

Articles, Catechesis, The Patrick Madrid Show
On The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick hosted a special children’s segment in which he spent three hours answering the most poignant questions from the youngest Relevant Radio listeners. Even children’s questions can express wisdom beyond their years. 11-year-old Emma called in to ask the question, “Why is St. Michael a saint if he’s an angel?” […]
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How the Crucifix Helped a Navy Officer Hear God’s Call (The Mark Swartzberg Show)

How the Crucifix Helped a Navy Officer Hear God’s Call (The Mark Swartzberg Show)

Articles, Best of the Week
Before he became a priest, Father Patrick Costello entered the U.S. Naval Academy preparing for military service. But through daily Mass, the Rosary, and the example of faithful priests, he began hearing another call: the priesthood. That call became clearer after graduation when he was stationed in Japan. Father Costello frequently traveled to Nagasaki, where […]
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A Bright Future for the Church and the Knights of Columbus (The Drew Mariani Show)

A Bright Future for the Church and the Knights of Columbus (The Drew Mariani Show)

Articles, Best of the Week
Broadcasting from the 144th Supreme Convention of the Knights of Columbus in Denver, Drew Mariani sat down with Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly to talk about the future of Catholic men, the Church, and the New Evangelization. Kelly highlighted COR, an initiative bringing men together for prayer, faith formation, and fraternity. What began four years ago […]
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Could Organ Donation Begin Before a Patient Is Truly Dead? (Trending with Timmerie)

Could Organ Donation Begin Before a Patient Is Truly Dead? (Trending with Timmerie)

Articles, Best of the Week
On Trending with Timmerie, Timmerie raises serious concerns about organ procurement and the need to protect patients whose lives may still hang in the balance. She points to federal proceedings involving Network for Hope in Kentucky. According to the information Timmerie shared, federal officials reviewed 351 cases from 2021–2024 in which organ donation had been […]
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Priestly Brotherhood Through the Companions of Christ (The Tim Glemkowski Show)

Priestly Brotherhood Through the Companions of Christ (The Tim Glemkowski Show)

Articles, Best of the Week
Priesthood can bring unique challenges, including loneliness and isolation. On The Tim Glemkowski Show, Tim spoke with Father Max Behna about the Companions of Christ, an association offering diocesan priests another way: pursuing their vocation in intentional community. The Companions remain diocesan priests serving parishes, but they commit to a rule of life centered on […]
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When Your Family Disrespects Your Spouse (Marriage Unhindered)

When Your Family Disrespects Your Spouse (Marriage Unhindered)

Articles, Best of the Week
What do you do when your extended family repeatedly disrespects your spouse? On Marriage Unhindered, Doug Hinderer responds to a husband whose sister has repeatedly insulted his wife while his mother dismisses the behavior as simply “who she is.” Now, the couple is considering distancing themselves from the family altogether. Doug’s message is clear: Ignoring […]
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