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.

Fr. Simon Reflects on Pope Leo XIV and the Sacred Weight of the Papacy

May 8, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture

Fr. Simon opened his show today with a heartfelt prayer, invoking the Holy Spirit, leading a Hail Mary, and concluding with the St. Michael Prayer, first composed by Pope ... Read more

Habemus Papam! Introducing Our New Holy Father: Pope Leo XIV

May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

With joy in our hearts and reverence in our voices, we share history in the making: a new pope has been elected. Habemus Papam! The bells of St. Peter’s ... Read more

BREAKING: First Vote of the Papal Conclave Ends with Black Smoke

May 7, 2025May 7, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

The world watched as black smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signaling that the first vote of the papal conclave has ended without a new pope ... Read more

What are the Rules of the Conclave?

May 7, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Patrick Madrid Show

With the conclave officially underway, Patrick Madrid offers a compelling overview of how the Church selects the next pope on The Patrick Madrid Show. From the symbolism of the ... Read more

Inside the Conclave: Behind the Scenes of the Papal Election Process

May 7, 2025 Articles, Morning Air, News and Culture

John Morales of Morning Air teamed up with Rome correspondent Ashley Noronha pto rovide a captivating behind-the-scenes walkthrough of the first day of the impending conclave. From solemn rituals ... Read more

Who Are the Potential Candidates For Pope?

May 7, 2025 Articles, Morning Air, News and Culture

With the Conclave set to begin tomorrow, Morning Air host John Morales welcomed Dr. Robert Moynihan, editor of Inside the Vatican Magazine, to discuss what we can expect as ... Read more

What is the Holy Spirit’s Role in the Conclave?

May 6, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, Morning Air

If you think the Holy Spirit only shows up in dramatic moments like Pentecost or at the conclave, Sister Mary Teresa Bettag is here to open your eyes. In ... Read more

William Albrecht on the Biblical Source of the Papacy

May 6, 2025 Articles, Catechesis

Have you ever been told, “The institution of the papacy isn’t found in the Bible”? In a recent Morning Air episode, William Albrecht walks listeners through the scriptural foundation ... Read more

The Calm Before the Conclave

May 6, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

The Catholic Church has officially entered the Sede Vacante, the phase of the papacy when the Chair of Peter stands empty and the world waits for a new Holy ... Read more

Over 7,300 Pilgrims Participate in 12th Annual Walk to Mary

May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 Articles, Family and Kids, News and Culture

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How the Pope Gets Elected

May 5, 2025 Articles, Family and Kids, The Patrick Madrid Show

This heartwarming episode of The Patrick Madrid Show featured Therese, an 8-year-old listener from L.A., who dials in with three beautifully curious questions about how a Pope is elected. ... Read more

What does it mean that the Pope is the “Vicar of Christ”?

May 2, 2025 Articles, Catechesis, The Patrick Madrid Show

Ever heard someone refer to the Pope as the Vicar of Christ and wondered what it meant? On The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick offered a clear, Scripture-packed explanation that ... Read more

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