What qualities help children grow into faithful, resilient, and virtuous adults? On Marriage Unhindered, Father Carter Griffin, rector of St. John Paul II Seminary in Washington, D.C., joined Doug Hinderer to discuss four foundational virtues parents should focus on: order, sincerity, chastity, and fortitude. Father Griffin explained that order is much more than keeping a […]Read more

For generations, the Salesian family has helped young people discover that holiness begins with being known, loved, and accompanied. Joining The Mark Swartzberg Show, Sister Bernadette Mota of the Salesian Sisters spoke with Mark about the enduring wisdom of St. John Bosco, whose mission was to guide young people toward Christ through authentic relationships. She […]Read more

On the Family Rosary Across America, Laura called in to share a difficult update about her daughter, Jessica. After previously submitting a prayer intention during the Walk to Mary, Laura had hoped to offer a praise report. Instead, she received news that same day that Jessica had been diagnosed with follicular lymphoma, a slow-growing form […]Read more

What does it take to leave a successful career in finance and step into Catholic media? For Mark Swartzberg, the answer begins with a desire to help people see the truth. Joining The Tim Glemkowski Show, Mark shared with Tim his reflections on the years he spent as a Wall Street analyst, including one memorable […]Read more

When a Delaware caller named Jennifer called in to The Patrick Madrid Show, her heart was heavy. Her 25-year-old niece – and goddaughter – had recently gotten an abortion. Now Jennifer was wrestling with a difficult question: How do you speak to someone you love after such a tragic decision? Patrick acknowledged both the gravity […]Read more

When marriages begin to struggle, many people assume there must have been a dramatic event: an affair, a financial crisis, or a major betrayal. But according to licensed marriage and family therapist Doug Hinderer, most marriages don’t collapse all at once. They weaken slowly, often through years of emotional distance and missed opportunities for connection. […]Read more

Have you ever wondered whether your past sins have put you beyond God’s mercy? On The Inner Life, a caller named Rob shared a moving story. Raised in a deeply faithful family, he drifted away from God later in life and spent years trapped in serious sin. Now nearly 80, Rob has returned to the […]Read more

On The Patrick Madrid Show, a caller named Charlie shared a deeply personal struggle: growing up in a faithful Catholic home while also experiencing same-sex attraction. He spoke candidly about feelings of alienation, painful experiences within Catholic circles, and the challenge of reconciling his desires with the teachings of the Church. Patrick responded first with […]Read more

During the Family Rosary Across America, George from Rancho Cucamonga, California, called in with heartfelt prayer intentions for his wife, his three sons, and especially for his son Johan, who had just turned 16. When Fr. Rocky learned Johan was listening, he smiled. “We’re going to give him a special treat,” Fr. Rocky said before […]Read more

Few moments in Scripture are as personal and piercing as Jesus’ conversation with Peter after the Resurrection. On Father Simon Says, Fr. Richard Simon reflected on John 21 and the three times Jesus asks Peter, “Do you love Me?” Peter, who had denied Christ three times before the Crucifixion, now stands before the risen Lord […]Read more

What does it mean to bear the “fruits of the Spirit”? On The Inner Life, Fr. John Paul Erickson joined Patrick Conley to explain that spiritual fruit is simply the visible evidence of God at work in a person’s life. Just as a healthy tree naturally bears good fruit, a soul united to God through […]Read more

Every marriage experiences moments of hurt. A sharp tone, a careless joke, a distracted silence after a long day — these small wounds can slowly chip away at intimacy if they are left unaddressed. On Marriage Unhindered, Doug Hinderer explains why learning to apologize well is one of the most important skills a husband and […]Read more