Author: John Hanretty

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.

The Holy See’s Vision for Peace in the Holy Land

August 16, 2026August 17, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

For nearly eight decades, the Holy See has consistently supported a two-State solution as the path toward a just and lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians. Pope Leo XIV reaffirmed that position during his Angelus in Castel Gandolfo on August 16th, urging the international community to advance a political settlement that recognizes the legitimate aspirations […]

Why the Seal of Confession Can Never Be Broken

August 16, 2026August 14, 2026 Articles, Catechesis, The Patrick Madrid Show

On The Patrick Madrid Show, a listener named Cat called into the show to ask Patrick about the reasoning behind the seal of confession and why it exists. She explained that she has a hard time coming to terms with the fact that priests are not allowed to turn in people who commit heinous crimes. […]

Pope Leo XIV: Mary’s Assumption Reveals the Transforming Beauty of God’s Love

August 15, 2026August 17, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

At Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Pope Leo XIV reflected on Mary’s heavenly glory as a sign of humanity’s ultimate calling: to be transformed by God’s grace and love. Celebrating at the Pontifical Parish of Saint Thomas of Villanova in Castel Gandolfo on August 15, 2026, the Pope […]

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

August 13, 2026August 13, 2026 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?” […]

General Audience of Pope Leo XIV from August 12th, 2026

August 12, 2026 Articles, Catechesis, News and Culture

Originally written and delivered by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Basilica. Originally published on the Vatican website here. Dear brothers and sisters, The fifth chapter of the Conciliar Constitution Sacrosanctum Concilium (SC) is dedicated to the liturgical year, a theme we would like to look at today, to explain its value in the life […]

Why Should Catholics Pray the Rosary? (The Patrick Madrid Show)

August 11, 2026August 12, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

For Catholics returning to the Faith, the Rosary can sometimes raise a basic question: Why do we pray it? On The Patrick Madrid Show, caller Al asked Patrick Madrid about the Rosary’s origins and importance. Patrick explained that far from distracting us from Jesus, the Rosary invites us to meditate more deeply on His life. […]

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

August 11, 2026August 13, 2026 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 […]

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

August 11, 2026August 13, 2026 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 […]

Should You Receive the Eucharist in Mortal Sin? (The Inner Life)

August 11, 2026August 12, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

What should a Catholic do if they have committed a mortal sin but are approaching Mass and Holy Communion? On The Inner Life, host Deacon Patrick Conley shared a question from Robert in Montclair, California: “What about receiving the Eucharist in mortal sin?” The answer begins with what mortal sin means. When someone knowingly and […]

Explaining the Trinity: Nature and Person

August 11, 2026August 11, 2026 Articles, Catechesis, The Patrick Madrid Show

Listener Frank called in to The Patrick Madrid Show to say something that a lot of Catholics can relate to: “I was wondering about the Holy Trinity. I believe in it, but I don’t understand it.” Patrick understood, saying he thinks that describes a lot of people. They may understand the Trinity to some degree, […]

One Family Takes on the Alps (Family Rosary Across America)

August 10, 2026August 13, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

Julie from Indianapolis, Indiana, called the Family Rosary Across America with one big prayer request: safety for her family’s adventure in the Alps. Her 41-year-old son is taking on an incredible 107-mile ultramarathon, while his 6-year-old son will run a 3-kilometer race. Father Rocky promised prayers – and made one request of his own: “He’s […]

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

August 10, 2026August 12, 2026 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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