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Patrick Madrid Reflects on Pope Leo XIV’s Vision for Catholic Higher Education

June 15, 2026June 15, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, The Patrick Madrid Show

On a recent episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick highlighted Pope Leo XIV’s address to a delegation from the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities, drawing attention to the Holy Father’s vision for the future of Catholic higher education. Forming the Whole Person Speaking to university leaders gathered in Rome, Pope Leo emphasized that […]

The Holy Spirit, Human Communion, and Pope Leo’s AI Encyclical

June 14, 2026June 15, 2026 Articles, Catechesis, News and Culture

On a recent episode of Trending with Timmerie, Timmerie reflected on the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the Church and connected those themes to Pope Leo XIV’s recent encyclical on artificial intelligence. Beginning with the Church’s celebration of Pentecost, Timmerie encouraged listeners to deepen their understanding of the Holy Spirit by […]

The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

June 12, 2026June 12, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture

In the 17th Century, Jesus appeared to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque and showed her His Heart on fire with love for her and for all humanity. Though consecrated through an anointing with Sacred Chrism at her Baptism, and consecrated through her profession of religious vows, she made a further act of dedication to Jesus. In […]

Powering the AI Revolution

June 12, 2026June 10, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

Data centers are an essential feature of the AI boom. The massive centers, which consume a lot of water and require a lot of energy, are sources of controversy. Without them, though, the US would not be leading the world in AI technology. Data centers demand a lot of electricity. In 2023, they comprised about […]

Turning Point in War?

June 11, 2026June 10, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

Ukraine is at a turning point in its war with Russia. That’s according to a new report from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). “Open data on Russia’s battlefield performance indicates that the character of the war is shifting in favor of Ukrainian forces, at least for now,” the report said. Russia, according […]

A New Morning Show is Coming to Relevant Radio

June 8, 2026June 6, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Starting today, June 8, we’re excited to welcome two new additions to the Relevant Radio lineup! Join Mark Swartzberg weekdays from 6-8am CT for The Mark Swartzberg Show, a LIVE, interactive conversation about faith, family, culture, and the countless ways God is working in our everyday lives. Mark brings a unique perspective to the […]

Pope Leo XIV Brings a Message of Faith, Culture, and Human Dignity to Spain

June 7, 2026June 8, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture

Pope Leo XIV’s apostolic journey to Spain has drawn massive crowds and sparked conversations about faith, culture, human dignity, and the future of society. During his visit to Madrid, the Holy Father addressed a wide range of audiences, from young people and religious communities to political leaders, artists, educators, and business professionals. A Eucharistic Witness […]

From Products to Priesthood

June 2, 2026June 1, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

Fr. Scott-Vincent Borba was called to the priesthood at the age of then. But until about 12 years ago, he was on a very different path. Borba is the co-founder of the cosmetics brand E.L.F., which he turned into a $3 billion empire. He sold his products to major retailers including Target and Walmart according […]

The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Passes Through Charlotte, North Carolina

June 1, 2026June 1, 2026 Articles, NEP 2026, News and Culture

The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage recently traveled through Charlotte, North Carolina, as pilgrims made their way up the East Coast. During their stop, we had the opportunity to join the Eucharistic procession as it passed several parishes, including St. Vincent de Paul Parish, and to catch up with some of the Perpetual Pilgrims accompanying Our Lord […] The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage ... Read more

Stocks are Up. What Could Go Wrong?

June 1, 2026May 29, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

Peter Grandich, the self-described ‘Former Wall Street Whiz Kid,’ is feeling bearish. Despite a rising stock market, Grandich sees a disconnect “between Wall Street and Main Street,” he told Drew on The Drew Mariani Show. Grandich calls the U.S. economy ‘K-shaped,’ meaning, “There’s a small percentage, the way upper echelon, that continues to do well […]

Pope Leo Prays the Holy Rosary for Peace at the Grotto of Lourdes in the Vatican

May 30, 2026June 1, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

To close the month of May, Pope Leo XIV led a Rosary for Peace at the Grotto of Lourdes in the Vatican Gardens, joining Catholics around the world in prayer for those affected by war, violence, and displacement. Reflecting on Psalm 85, the Holy Father spoke of the hope needed in a world marked by […]

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