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.

Why is it Wrong to Use Contraception?

June 21, 2023July 14, 2023 Articles, News and Culture

NOTE: This article features some sensitive topics that may not be suitable for younger readers. Please use discretion. What is contraception? According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, contraception ... Read more

Why do we suffer?

June 20, 2023June 15, 2023 Articles, Catechesis

One of the most common arguments against the existence of God, namely a benevolent and all-powerful one, is the existence of pain, suffering, tragedy, and evil in our world. Why ... Read more

Catholics Invited to Pray an Act of Reparation on Solemnity of the Sacred Heart

June 15, 2023June 15, 2023 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

US Bishops call on Catholics to pray and offer reparation on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in response to the offensive honoring of a blasphemous group by ... Read more

Where does the Church stand on the Death Penalty?

June 13, 2023June 13, 2023 Articles, News and Culture

A Florida man, Duane Owen, was recently sentenced to be executed on June 15th for two 1984 homicides, amongst other crimes. At the end of May, the Florida Conference of ... Read more

Why are There Differences in the Four Gospels?

June 9, 2023June 8, 2023 Articles, Catechesis, The Faith Explained

Hi Cale, Thank you so much for your program. Why are there so many differences in the gospels? (For example, with the Christmas stories) Carlos from Chicago Recently on The ... Read more

Sr. Wilhelmina and the Miracle of Incorruptibility

June 8, 2023August 23, 2023 Articles, News and Culture

NOTE: This story is ongoing and will be updated as developments come to light. In May of 2023, the Benedictine Sisters of Mary, Queen of Apostles exhumed the body of ... Read more

Jumping Through Hoops or Following Jesus?

June 7, 2023July 13, 2023 Articles, Catechesis, The Patrick Madrid Show

Recently on The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick received a call from a caller named Joseph who requested an explanation of why Catholics are required to go to confession and follow ... Read more

The Deathbed Confessional Letter of Babe Ruth

June 5, 2023June 2, 2023 Articles, Entertainment, The Cale Clarke Show

“Will there ever be another Ruth? Don’t be silly! Oh sure, somebody may come along someday who will hit more than 60 homers in a season or more than 714 ... Read more

Simple Steps to Living a Healthier Lifestyle

June 2, 2023June 1, 2023 Articles, Family and Kids, Morning Air

St. Augustine is often credited as being the one to say, “Take care of your body as if you were going to live forever; and take care of your soul ... Read more

Never Too Far Gone: Returning to Confession

June 1, 2023July 13, 2023 Articles, Catechesis, The Patrick Madrid Show

What is the limit on God’s mercy? How far gone must one be before God is no longer open to welcoming that person back into the fold? Trick questions: there ... Read more

Understanding the Dichotomy Between Love and Hate

May 31, 2023May 26, 2023 Articles, News and Culture

In 1993, the musical artist Haddaway released the song “What Is Love?” on his debut album, The Album. The song, an electronic Eurodance anthem, was a critical success worldwide, becoming ... Read more

Honoring the Memory of Those Who Served: Fr. Emil Kapaun

May 26, 2023May 26, 2023 Articles, News and Culture, The Cale Clarke Show

As we approach this long weekend and prepare to celebrate Memorial Day on Monday, May 29th, Cale Clarke spent an episode of The Cale Clarke Show speaking with the ... Read more

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