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.

From Altar Boy to Pope: The Inspiring Journey of Pope Leo XIV

May 9, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture

On The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick took listeners on a heartfelt journey through the life of Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, an altar boy from the ... Read more

White Smoke Rises

May 9, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

At 6:08 PM Rome time (11:08 AM CT) yesterday, history was made as white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel, announcing the election of the new Pope. Thousands surged ... Read more

The World’s Introduction to Pope Leo XIV

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

The world was surprised and overjoyed yesterday to learn that the cardinals had elected the first-ever American pope. Born and raised in Chicago, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, Former Prefect ... Read more

Pope Leo XIV: A Lion-Hearted Choice for a Divided World

May 9, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

When white smoke rose and the name “Leo XIV” was announced, the world was stunned. The new pope, a Chicago-born American with global experience and a heart for justice, ... Read more

Rosary Novena Day 5: Why the Sacred Heart?

May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality

Why did Jesus give us a new devotion? Why the Sacred Heart? Only Jesus can give you the full answer to that, but Pope Francis’ final encyclical might give ... Read more

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?