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 Champion Hymn: A Modern Marian Song of Veneration and Adoration

May 5, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

At the Walk to Mary Dinner on the evening of May 1st, the Chesterton Choir performed a song written and composed by Douglas Taylor-Weiss and Michael Miller, the sacred music director of the diocese of Green Bay. Michael is a convert to the Catholic faith and someone who attributes much of his conversion to Relevant […]

University of Mary Senior Paige Smiskey Wins Mustang at SEEK 2026 Giveaway

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 Articles, Family and Kids, News and Culture

At SEEK 2026, thousands of young Catholics gathered to grow in faith and community. For Paige Smiskey, a senior at the University of Mary, the experience came with an unforgettable surprise. Paige was selected as the winner of the 2025 Relevant Radio Ford Mustang! In a conversation with Father Rocky, CEO and Chairman of Relevant […]

Pope Leo: Human Worth is Determined by God, Not Human Achievement

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

At the Regina Caeli prayer in Saint Peter’s Square on the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Pope Leo reflected on how the Resurrection illuminates the words of Christ. He noted that what once confused the disciples at the Last Supper became clear only after the Lord had risen. Remembered in this new light, Christ’s words brought […]

Pope Leo Reflects on the Unforgettable Encounters of His Apostolic Trip to Africa

May 3, 2026May 4, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Ashley Noronha joined John Morales on Morning Air to discuss Pope Leo’s general audience from Wednesday, April 29, his first since returning from Africa. At the audience, the Holy Father reflected on his apostolic journey not simply as diplomatic travel, but as a joyful encounter with God’s people. His visit to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and […]

Meeting Between Holy Father and Secretary of State Marco Rubio Set for May 7th

May 3, 2026May 4, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to receive United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on May 7th at the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace, continuing a growing pattern of dialogue between the Holy See and American leadership. This encounter follows earlier meetings between the Holy Father and Secretary Rubio, reflecting an ongoing relationship marked by diplomatic engagement […]

A Mother’s Prayer That Never Stops (Family Rosary Across America)

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

On the Family Rosary Across America, Monique from Chicago called in with a heart full of faith — and longing. She shared three intentions: peace in the world, prayers for the souls in purgatory, and reconciliation with her son, from whom she has been separated for decades. “I’m praying that God will change his heart,” […]

Rethinking the Pressure of “Falling Behind” in Your 20s (The Tim Glemkowski Show)

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

Ever feel like you’re falling behind in life? On The Tim Glemkowski Show, Tim offers a perspective that challenges the pressure so many young adults carry. A person’s 20s is a period marked by building: careers, relationships, and identity. But it’s also a time when many are susceptible to proximate comparison. Looking around, it’s easy […]

Breaking the Cycle of Trauma by Fighting Addictive Habits (Marriage Unhindered)

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

NOTE: This article features some sensitive topics that may not be suitable for younger readers. Please use discretion. A 24-year-old caller’s honesty opened a powerful conversation about addiction, healing, and the hidden impact of sin on the whole family. On Marriage Unhindered, Mary shared her experience of dealing with an addiction to pornography. What began […]

Can You Assume a Loved One Is in Heaven? (The Patrick Madrid Show)

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

When we lose someone we love deeply, we are often greeted by grief and difficult spiritual questions. On The Patrick Madrid Show, a caller named John shared a tender concern. After his wife passed away, having received the apostolic pardon, he wondered: Is it a sin to assume she is in Heaven? Patrick’s answer was […]

Why Are Young People Stepping Away from Dating? (The Drew Mariani Show)

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

Something subtle, but significant, has shifted in the lives of young people today. What was once considered a normal part of growing up — awkward conversations, nervous invitations, and first dates — has become far less common. Recent data reveals that high school dating has dropped dramatically over the past few decades, with only 46% […]

Is Motherhood Being Medicalized? (Trending with Timmerie)

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

Motherhood is often described today in terms of risk, anxiety, and even illness, but is that the full picture? On Trending with Timmerie, Dr. Hannah Spier challenges the way postpartum depression is discussed and invites a deeper look at what women actually experience after giving birth. The widely cited claim that “one in seven women” […]

The Hidden Biases That Distort Our Faith and Decisions (Morning Air)

April 29, 2026April 29, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

Every day, we make countless decisions, yet we rarely stop to consider how our thinking might be distorted. On Morning Air, John Morales spoke with Catholic entrepreneur Dave Durand about the hidden biases that shape our judgments, relationships, and even our spiritual lives. “A bias is something that gets us to distort reality,” Durand explained. […]

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Author: John Hanretty

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The Champion Hymn: A Modern Marian Song of Veneration and Adoration

University of Mary Senior Paige Smiskey Wins Mustang at SEEK 2026 Giveaway

Pope Leo: Human Worth is Determined by God, Not Human Achievement

Pope Leo Reflects on the Unforgettable Encounters of His Apostolic Trip to Africa

Meeting Between Holy Father and Secretary of State Marco Rubio Set for May 7th

A Mother’s Prayer That Never Stops (Family Rosary Across America)

Rethinking the Pressure of “Falling Behind” in Your 20s (The Tim Glemkowski Show)

Breaking the Cycle of Trauma by Fighting Addictive Habits (Marriage Unhindered)

Can You Assume a Loved One Is in Heaven? (The Patrick Madrid Show)

Why Are Young People Stepping Away from Dating? (The Drew Mariani Show)

Is Motherhood Being Medicalized? (Trending with Timmerie)

The Hidden Biases That Distort Our Faith and Decisions (Morning Air)