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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 […]

The Misguided Campaign for “Gender-Affirming” Care

February 14, 2026February 13, 2026 Articles, Family and Kids, Morning Air, News and Culture

NOTE: This article features some sensitive topics that may not be suitable for younger readers. Please use discretion. In 2007, the Boston Children’s Hospital became the first major U.S. medical center to engage in the use of hormones and gender-affirming surgery to transition children from their biological gender to another that they believe suits them […]

Securing the Sanctuary

February 13, 2026February 13, 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 […]

Pope Leo XIV Prays for Nigeria After Deadly Attacks

February 9, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

At the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV expressed deep sorrow over a renewed wave of violence in Nigeria that has claimed dozens of lives and led to further abductions, including members of the Catholic clergy. He urged continued prayer for the nation and called on authorities to act decisively to protect every human life. The […]

Pope Leo XIV Invites the Sick to Offer Their Suffering for Peace

February 9, 2026February 9, 2026 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture

Pope Leo XIV addressed a message of prayer and encouragement to the faithful who will be observing the 34th World Day of the Sick, celebrated on 11 February at the Shrine of Our Lady of Peace in Chiclayo, Peru. The Holy Father expressed spiritual closeness to all who endure illness, pain, or infirmity, uniting himself […]

Cause for Canonization of Champion Seer Formally Opened

February 2, 2026February 1, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

The Cause for Canonization of Adele Brice was formally opened by Bishop David Ricken of Green Bay, Wisconsin, on Friday, January 30th. Bishop Ricken promulgated the decree on the 195th birthday of Adele Brice during solemn vespers at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral in Green Bay, which declared her to be a Servant of God. “I […]

Pope Leo Calls for Peace Amongst Nations at War Ahead of Olympic Games

January 28, 2026February 2, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

As the 2026 Winter Olympic Games approached, Pope Leo XIV renewed the Church’s call for peace by appealing to nations in conflict to respect the ancient tradition of the Olympic truce. His message came just days before the opening of the Milano-Cortina Games, set to begin on February 6 in northern Italy, placing the global […]

Walk in the Footsteps of Jesus in the Holy Land with Fr. Rocky!

January 27, 2026January 23, 2026 Articles, News and Culture

In October 2026, Relevant Radio listeners are invited to take part in a once in a lifetime pilgrimage to the Holy Land, led by Fr. Rocky and hosted by Nativity Pilgrimage. From October 12 through October 21, pilgrims will spend ten days walking where Jesus lived, preached, suffered, died, and rose from the dead, encountering […]

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