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Pope Leo XIV: Protection of the Innocent is a Vital Part of the Church’s Mission

March 15, 2026March 16, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Addressing the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors during its plenary assembly at the Vatican, the Holy Father expressed gratitude for their work and emphasized that safeguarding minors and vulnerable people must be embraced throughout the Church as a true culture of care. The Pope explained that preventing abuse cannot be reduced to policies […]

Russia-Ukraine War at Four Years

March 13, 2026March 12, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine after amassing troops on the Ukrainian border. Four years and 1.2 million casualties later, the war continues to rage. And now, the war in Iran opens up new possibilities and perils for Russia, Ukraine, and the United States. Dr. Daniel Kempton, professor emeritus of political […]

The Holy Father Calls Us to Prayer as Violence Escalates in the Middle East

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

During his Sunday Angelus address, Pope Leo XIV directed the attention of the faithful toward the escalating violence in the Middle East, encouraging Christians to pray fervently for peace and for an end to the suffering caused by war. Reflecting on the current situation, the Holy Father spoke of the devastation affecting Iran and surrounding […]

The US Strikes Iran

March 2, 2026March 2, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, posts, The Drew Mariani Show

The United States and Israel began joint strikes against Iran over the weekend, after nearly a year of negotiations between the US and Iran. In a speech to the nation on Saturday, President Trump called the strikes a “major combat operation” and said the objective was to “defend the American people by eliminating the immanent threats […]

As Conflict in Iran Ignites, the Pope Reminds World Powers of their Responsibility to Sow Peace and Stability

March 2, 2026March 2, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

As violence intensifies in the Middle East, Pope Leo XIV has renewed the Church’s urgent call for peace rooted in moral responsibility and authentic dialogue. Speaking during his Sunday Angelus address, the Holy Father expressed deep concern over the rapidly escalating conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. In recent days, joint airstrikes carried […]

Tariff Reset

February 28, 2026February 27, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, posts, The Drew Mariani Show

President Trump’s tariff policy has been upended. In a major ruling last Friday, the nation’s highest court struck down the Trump administration’s tariff policy, one enacted by executive order. The 6-3 decision, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, determined that President Trump exceeded his powers by invoking the Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose […]

America’s Romance Recession

February 24, 2026February 23, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, posts, The Drew Mariani Show

America is in a romance recession – that’s according to research from The Institute for Family Studies (IFS). In their 2025 National Dating Landscape Survey, they found that only 1 in 3 young adults is “actively dating.” Why? One of the culprits in the dating recession is lack of confidence. “Only about 1-in-3 young adult […]

The Holy Father Marks Four Years of War in Ukraine with Renewed Plea for Peace

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Four years after the outbreak of war in Ukraine, Pope Leo XIV renewed his urgent appeal for peace, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a serious commitment to dialogue. Speaking after the Angelus from the Apostolic Palace, the Holy Father urged that weapons fall silent and that bombings cease, insisting that the path to peace […]

Cognitive Benefits of Handwriting

February 20, 2026February 19, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, The Drew Mariani Show

New research suggests improving cognition might be as simple as putting pen to paper. A study from Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome suggests that handwriting “remains an important tool for learning and memory retention” – especially in young people. The study analyzed a “wide range of neuroimaging and electrophysiological studies to understand […]

Remembering Fr. Willy Raymond, C.S.C., Tireless Advocate of Family Prayer

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

The Relevant Radio family joins Holy Cross Family Ministries in mourning the sudden passing of Fr. Willy Raymond, C.S.C., who died on February 16, 2026, while visiting the Holy Cross community in Bennington, Vermont. He was a faithful son of the Congregation of Holy Cross, a devoted priest of Jesus Christ, and a tireless promoter […]

Pope Leo XIV: War Undermines Life, Health, and the Common Good

February 16, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

Addressing the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Academy for Life on February 16, Pope Leo XIV offered a sober assessment of the global situation, identifying war as the most severe blow that can be dealt to both human life and public health. His remarks, delivered during the Academy’s meeting in Rome dedicated to “Healthcare for […]

Securing the Sanctuary

February 16, 2026September 24, 2026 Articles, News and Culture, The Patrick Madrid Show

The topic of parish safety was poignantly highlighted in a recent discussion initiated by listener Eric from Virginia who called into The Patrick Madrid Show. Eric expressed his unease following a recent attempted shooting, prompting him to seek advice on advocating for enhanced security measures at his own parish. “In Louisiana last week, there was […]

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