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 Battle for the Family Starts in the Heart (Morning Air)

January 21, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

Marriage and fatherhood don’t come with an instruction manual, but they do come with a mission: lead your family closer to Our Lord Jesus Christ. On Morning Air, John Morales welcomed Catholic apologist Cameron Riecker to talk about the “real spiritual pressure” on families, and what men can do to stay steady. After reviewing nearly […]

Behold the Lamb that God Provides (Father Simon Says)

January 21, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

At every Mass we hear St. John the Baptist’s words: “Behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world.” Fr. Richard Simon says that line reaches back to one of Scripture’s most mysterious scenes: Abraham leading Isaac up Mount Moriah. Isaac asks the haunting question: “Father, we have fire and we […]

When Dressing Down Costs More Than We Think (The Drew Mariani Show)

January 21, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

It used to mean something to get dressed. On The Drew Mariani Show, Drew recalls when people wouldn’t dream of running errands in pajamas, and when a night out called for real effort — “gowns and jackets and ties.” Now, he says, restaurants quietly drop dress codes, and virtually everywhere, hoodies, sneakers, and athletic wear […]

See Christ in the Poor: One Question That Restores Dignity (The Inner Life)

January 21, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

On The Inner Life on Relevant Radio, a listener named Cynthia calls in to share her method for doing ministry to the homeless in Austin and San Antonio. She often encounters people in desperate and hopeless situations. In an effort to brighten their day, she asks, “Do you believe that Jesus is king?” When they […]

A Praise Report That Gives Hope (Family Rosary Across America)

January 21, 2026 Articles, Best of the Week

During the Family Rosary Across America, Jasmine called from Montclair, New Jersey, and said, “I have a praise report and a prayer intention.” She shared that her breast cancer is cleared and told Fr. Rocky, “I’m in remission.” Then she added a request for what comes next: “The prayer petition is for my next surgery […]

OneLife LA: A Public Witness to the Dignity of Every Human Life

January 20, 2026 Articles, Family and Kids, Morning Air, News and Culture

Isaac Cuevas of OneLife LA recently joined John Morales on Morning Air to discuss the mission of the OneLife movement and how Catholics in the Los Angeles area can take part in this year’s event on January 24, 2026. Their conversation placed OneLife LA within a significant week for the pro-life movement across the nation, […]

Join the Bishops in Prayer for Life: Jan 22-23 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

This week, the bishops of the United States are calling Catholics in your area and across the nation to gather in prayer on the eve of the March for Life at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The National Prayer Vigil for Life will take place January 22–23, uniting the Church in prayer […] This week, ... Read more

Homily for the Holy Mass of the Relevant Radio 25th Anniversary Gala, by Bishop David L. Ricken

January 19, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Transcript of the Homily Good afternoon and welcome. What a joy it is to be here on the Feast of Our lady of Guadalupe to thank God and the Blessed Mother for 25 years of leadership and service. We are truly blessed in so many ways and Father Rocky and I often speak of […]

Vatican Proclaims Special Jubilee Year Honoring Saint Francis of Assisi

January 19, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

The Vatican has announced a special Jubilee Year dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi, marking the eight hundredth anniversary of his death. Issued by the Apostolic Penitentiary on January 16, 2026, the decree establishes a Year of Saint Francis from January 10, 2026, through January 10, 2027, offering the faithful a renewed opportunity for sanctification […]

Pope Urges Renewed Prayer for Christian Unity

January 19, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

Pope Leo XIV has called on Catholics throughout the world to renew their commitment to prayer for Christian unity as the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity began on January 18. Speaking after the Angelus, the Holy Father reflected on the long history of this observance, noting that its roots stretch back nearly two centuries […]

Pope Leo XIV Calls Neocatechumenal Way to Deepen Communion with Church

January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Pope Leo XIV met with leaders and members of the Neocatechumenal Way at the Vatican on Monday, January 19, 2026, expressing gratitude for their missionary work while encouraging them to remain firmly rooted in unity with the wider Church. Addressing bishops, priests, families, and catechists gathered in the Hall of Blessings, the Holy Father emphasized […]

Join us for the Fast for Life!

January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 Articles, Family and Kids, News and Culture

“Give us the grace, when the sacredness of life before birth is attacked, to stand up and proclaim that no one ever has the authority to destroy unborn life.” – Pope St. John Paul II This coming January 23rd, hundreds of thousands of men, women, and children will march through Washington, D.C., by the Capitol, House, and […] “Give us ... Read more

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The Battle for the Family Starts in the Heart (Morning Air)

Behold the Lamb that God Provides (Father Simon Says)

When Dressing Down Costs More Than We Think (The Drew Mariani Show)

See Christ in the Poor: One Question That Restores Dignity (The Inner Life)

A Praise Report That Gives Hope (Family Rosary Across America)

OneLife LA: A Public Witness to the Dignity of Every Human Life

Join the Bishops in Prayer for Life: Jan 22-23 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

Homily for the Holy Mass of the Relevant Radio 25th Anniversary Gala, by Bishop David L. Ricken

Vatican Proclaims Special Jubilee Year Honoring Saint Francis of Assisi

Pope Urges Renewed Prayer for Christian Unity

Pope Leo XIV Calls Neocatechumenal Way to Deepen Communion with Church

Join us for the Fast for Life!