Author: Stephanie Foley

Stephanie Foley

Stephanie Foley serves as a Digital Media Producer at Relevant Radio®. She is a graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville, where she studied journalism, and she has worked in Catholic radio for 12 years. Stephanie is a wife, a mother of three boys, and in her free time she enjoys reading, running, and really good coffee. You can find more of Stephanie’s writing at relevantradio.com and on the free Relevant Radio mobile app.

How Can I Be Happy in Heaven If My Loved Ones Aren’t There?

February 27, 2021February 24, 2021 Articles

Scripture tells us that eye has not seen and ear has not heard what God has prepared for those who love him (1 Corinthians 2:9). So we know that heaven will be greater than we can even imagine, as we experience perfect happiness united with God for eternity. But Scripture also tells us that the […]

Fish Sandwich Feud: Which Fast-Food Fish Sandwich is the Best?

February 25, 2021February 24, 2021 Articles

Few things make you feel more seen as a Catholic than restaurants and fast-food chains promoting their fish offerings during Lent. In fact, some places only offer their fish sandwiches during Lent. It’s nice to know that on a meatless Friday at least the fast-food chains have your back. But not all fish sandwiches are […]

How to Properly Dispose of Religious Items

February 23, 2021February 18, 2021 Articles

Within the Catholic Church, there are many external items of devotion and piety that are used to draw us closer to the Lord. Rosaries, sacred images, prayer cards, saint medals, and candles are ‘sacramentals’ that are common items in many Catholic homes and parishes. Maybe you have some of these items in your own home […]

Meeting St. Joseph Through Your Imagination

February 20, 2021February 19, 2021 Articles

When you think of imagination you may think of a child pretending the be an astronaut, an athlete visualizing making a goal, or a student daydreaming during class. But our imagination isn’t just for fictions and fantasies. It can be a powerful tool to gain insights and understanding of Scripture and the person of Christ. […]

A Pep Talk for Your Lenten Journey

February 18, 2021February 17, 2021 Articles

The Lenten season has begun – and the first couple of days are a tough adjustment. You’re likely giving up certain habits or foods, changing up your routine, and it can be … hard. But don’t get discouraged right at the start! If you need a bit of a pep talk to get you pumped […]

Frequently Asked Questions About Fasting and Abstinence

February 16, 2021February 15, 2021 Articles

Tomorrow is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. And as the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) tells us, “Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence.” Seems pretty straightforward, right? But when it comes to fasting and […]

Lenten Sacrifice After a Year of Giving Things Up

February 15, 2021February 15, 2021 Articles

As you reflect on what to give up for Lent this year, it’s hard not to think of all the things you’ve already sacrificed. For many, this past year has felt like one long Lent, and it can be difficult to think of something else to give up. What can you sacrifice for Lent when it feels […]

How to Prepare for a Post-Covid Parish

February 13, 2021February 12, 2021 Articles

For Catholics, our parish life looks anything but ordinary these days. Between masks, roped off pews, and fewer people inside, our experience of the Mass is a lot different than it was a year ago. But what will our parishes be like when the restrictions are lifted in a post-Covid world? Will those who were […]

Serving the Poor as Our Brothers and Sisters in Christ

February 12, 2021February 10, 2021 Articles

While America is a rich country, many millions of Americans are living in poverty. The pandemic has only increased the number of our neighbors living on the brink, and when we see the statistics about poverty and homelessness in our very own communities, it can feel overwhelming. How can we help the poor around us […]

Salvation Through Christ Was Never God’s Plan B

February 11, 2021February 10, 2021 Articles

During the Easter Proclamation at the Easter Vigil we pray, “O truly necessary sin of Adam, destroyed completely by the Death of Christ! O happy fault, that earned so great, so glorious a Redeemer!” Maybe you’ve heard this and thought to yourself, “Necessary sin? Happy fault?” How could we be happy about the Fall that […]

Can Someone Who is Not Catholic Go to Confession?

February 10, 2021February 9, 2021 Articles

Confession is a sacrament of healing and mercy. And while some may disagree with Catholics on the need to confess their sins to a priest, those who are struggling with guilt, shame, or distress may desire to speak with a priest in Confession for guidance and spiritual direction. But can someone who is not Catholic […]

The Countdown to Lent

February 9, 2021February 8, 2021 Articles

It’s the final countdown … for Lent that is. That’s right, Ash Wednesday is February 17th this year so Lent will be here before we know it. The good news is, you’ve still got some time to prepare yourself for these 40 days of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Emily Jaminet, a regular Morning Air® contributor, recently […]

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