FR. THADDEUS EXPLAINS DISCERNMENT OF SPIRITS

11/13/2024

Follow Fr. Thaddeus Lancton through a tutorial on St. Ignatius of Loyola’s guide to the discernment of spirits. Also, hear Nigerian Fr. Richard Shuaibu’s story of God’s guidance.

FR. THADDEUS EXPLAINS FAITH AND MENTAL HEALTH

11/6/2024

Fr. Thaddeus Lancton explains how our deepest wounds, within our minds, hearts or physical health, are healed by the love from Christ. Hear Sr. Rita Clare Yoches’ inspiring story.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS VOTING WHAT THE CHURCH ACTUALLY TEACHES

10/30/2024

Fr. Chris explains what the Church teaches about voting, noting three non-negotiable issues– Dignity of Human Life, Sanctity of Marriage, and Preservation of Religious Liberty.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS CALL NO MAN YOUR FATHER

10/23/2024

Fr. Chris tackles the often misunderstood phrase in the Bible, “call no man your father,” clarifying the notion of “spiritual fatherhood.” Also, meet the inspiring Frei family.

FR. DONALD EXPLAINS THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS

10/16/2024

Fr. Donald Calloway describes the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, its link to Divine Mercy, and the 12 Promises it contains. We also hear from Patrick and Dorothy Yeung.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS BLESSED CARLO ACUTIS

10/9/2024

Carlo Acutis was the first millennial to be beatified by the Church and one of the youngest canonized. Fr. Chris talks about Carlo’s holiness and zeal to evangelize his peers.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY

10/2/2024

Fr. Chris explains the beautiful Catholic devotion to Our Lady of the Rosary and describes the victorious story of Our Lady’s intercession during the battle of Lepanto in 1571.

FR. MARK EXPLAINS DELIVERANCE FROM SUICIDAL IDEATION

9/25/2024

Fr. Mark Baron explains the very real existence of the devil and how his capacity to influence us into bad behavior can lead to suicidal ideations and tendencies.

FR. THADDEUS EXPLAINS FORMING ONE'S CONSCIENCE

9/18/2024

Fr. Thaddeus Lancton contrasts our conscience with our emotions and feelings. One uses objective truth to make judgments of reason while the other relies on fickle likes and wants.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS OUR LADY OF SORROWS

9/11/2024

Fr. Chris explains the devotion to Our Lady of Sorrows, discusses the Seven Sorrows of Our Lady as suffering based in love, and the popularity of this Marian Feast in the Church.

FR. ANDY EXPLAINS MOTHER TERESA

9/4/2024

Fr. Andy Davy talks about the life and ministry of Mother Teresa and the inspiring story of her intercession in the life of Marcilio Haddad Andrino, which led to her canonization.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS THE CRUSADES

8/28/2024

Fr. Chris explains how the reasons for The Crusades are often distorted in modern culture. We also hear about the Digan family’s miraculous healing, attributed to St. Faustina.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS IS MARY'S QUEENSHIP BIBLICAL

8/21/2024

Fr. Chris speaks about the Biblical foundation of Mary’s Queenship in Heaven. Several Seton Route Pilgrims also share their experience of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage.

FR. DONALD EXPLAINS ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE

8/14/2024

Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, gives an in-depth look at St. Maximilian Kolbe. We’ll also hear about Red Bird Ministries’ services for those who have lost loved ones to suicide.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS BREAKING SOUL TIES

8/7/2024

Fr. Chris explains a “soul tie,” how they work, and the five steps for breaking bad "soul ties" with the help of a priest. We also hear a redemptive story from Andrew Comiskey.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS HEALING YOUR FAMILY TREE

7/31/2024

Fr. Chris explains we are not held morally responsible for our forefather’s sins, but the effects of those sins can touch our lives in different ways. We hear Sheila Terry’s story.

FR. THADDEUS EXPLAINS IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY

7/24/2024

Fr. Thaddeus Lancton shares Ignatian spirituality and how people often change during Ignatian retreats through confession and repentance. We hear Don O’Mara's personal experience.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS ST. MARY MAGDALENE & THE DAVINCI CODE

7/17/2024

Fr. Chris explains who St. Mary Magdalene was, discusses speculations about her and dispels false claims made in The Da Vinci Code. Courtney Lenaburg also joins the discussion.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS NOAH'S ARK

7/10/2024

Today we explore the Biblical account of Noah and the great flood, laying out beliefs the Church requires and those that it permits, showing our salvation is ever-linked to water.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS ST. MARIA GORETTI

7/3/2024

Fr. Chris reveals the inspiring story of Maria Goretti, one of our youngest saints, who fought and died to protect her chastity, but not before forgiving the man who attacked her.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS SAINTS PETER AND PAUL

6/26/2024

Learn about the life and ministry of Sts. Peter and Paul, without whom we wouldn’t have a Church, and get inspired by the dignity affirming healthcare from Emmaus Health Partners.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS IS THE ROSARY BIBLICAL?

6/19/2024

Fr. Chris explains the biblical nature of the Rosary, looks at each mystery and answers Protestant criticisms. And see how an entire town can be transformed by the power of prayer.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS THE MIRACLES OF ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA

6/12/2024

Fr. Chris recounts the miracles of St. Anthony of Padua, and see how the Good Samaritan Network provides needed services to at risk families in the most affluent county in Indiana.

FR. DONALD EXPLAINS VOCATIONS

6/5/2024

Fr. Donald Calloway explains what a vocation is, and how to know what God is telling you. And meet two other priests who followed unusual routes in their call to the priesthood.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS ST. JOAN OF ARC

5/29/2024

Fr. Chris explains the truth and legend associated with St. Joan of Arc and how, upon receiving a vision from the Lord, she fought to help reclaim Catholic France from the English.

FR. THADDEUS EXPLAINS IS THERE SALVATION OUTSIDE THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?

5/22/2024

Fr. Thaddeus Lancton explains the Catholic understanding that there’s no salvation outside of the Catholic Church, and NBA player, Luke Kornett, provides his powerful testimony.

BR. RYAN EXPLAINS THE SPIRITUALITY OF ST. THERESE

5/15/2024

Br. Ryan Asensio explains the spirituality of St. Therese of Lisieux and how to cultivate our interior thoughts and exterior actions that represent our belief and devotion to God.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS MOTHERHOOD

5/8/2024

Fr. Chris explains how the Church is seen as the Bride of Christ, and Mary is the spiritual mother of the Church. We should never forget the sacrifices made for us by our mothers.

FR. DONALD CALLOWAY EXPLAINS ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER

5/1/2024

Fr. Donald Calloway shares how Pope Pius XI called for a devotion of prayer to St. Joseph the Worker to combat the atheistic ideas of communism and the cause of worker’s rights.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS HUMAN TRAFFICKING

4/24/2024

Human trafficking is a scourge on humanity, and the USCCB is combatting it through the SHEPARD program. And see how one ministry is providing loving care to female youth victims.

FR. MARK EXPLAINS END OF LIFE ISSUES

4/17/2024

Fr. Mark Baron discusses how to integrate the blessings of modern medicine with end of life circumstances where death seems unavoidable. Plus, the work of Emmaus Catholic Hospice.

FR. THADDEUS EXPLAINS ST. STANISLAUS PAPCZYNSKI

4/10/2024

Fr. Thaddeus Lancton introduces the Marians’ founder, St. Stanislaus Papczynski. And meet a young man whose faith and love for the Rosary led him to start a rosary-making business.

FR. MARK EXPLAINS DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

4/3/2024

Fr. Mark Baron explains how the grace imparted to us in Divine Mercy is an offer we can’t refuse. Plus, meet the Rosary Team that prays in nursing homes and senior care facilities.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS SCIENTIFIC PROOF OF THE RESURRECTION

3/27/2024

A theological point of view is not enough to sway some doubters, so Fr. Chris uses examples of scientific findings from studying the Shroud of Turin to explain the Resurrection.

FR. DONALD EXPLAINS THE EUCHARIST

3/20/2024

Fr. Donald Calloway explains the meaning of the Eucharist and its importance as sustenance for our lives. And see the movie trailer for Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS THE REAL ST. PATRICK

3/13/2024

Fr. Chris addresses some legends attributed to the real St. Patrick, and explains how his proposal of Christianity affected the Irish people and helped preserve world history.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS WHAT IS WOKE?

3/6/2024

Fr. Chris explains how woke-ism has affected the way we see and interact with other people, and how it seeks to denigrate Christianity and hijack the social mission of the Church.

POSTULANT AUSTIN EXPLAINS SACRED MUSIC

2/28/2024

A look at the meaning and importance of sacred music, especially the Gregorian chant. See the efforts to preserve the chant and other forms of sacred music for future generations.

FR. THADDAEUS EXPLAINS CHRISTIAN PROPHECY

2/21/2024

Fr. Thaddeus Lancton explains Christian Prophecy, the spiritual gift mentioned by St. Paul, and how to distinguish it. He says God still speaks through certain people, even today.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS ASH WEDNESDAY AND ST. VALENTINE

2/14/2024

Fr. Chris talks about the importance of Ash Wednesday, and that it falls on St. Valentine’s Day this year. This makes it doubly appropriate to think of others and not ourselves.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS BLESSED MICHAEL SOPOCKO

2/7/2024

An examination of the life and charism of Blessed Michael Sopocko, the confessor of Saint Faustina and a primary witness to her sanctity of life. Also, the story of Royce Guzman.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS

1/31/2024

Fr. Chris Alar explains the origins and purposes of the First Saturdays Devotion, and talks to the Zannetti brothers about how to end the crises and chastisements in the world.

BLESSED GEORGE MATULAITIS

1/24/2024

Fr. Thaddeus Lancton shares thoughts on the determination and commitment to Christ, the Church and the Marians of the Immaculate Conception exhibited by Blessed George Matulaitis.

CONTRACEPTION AND ABORTION

1/17/2024

As the March for Life approaches, Fr. Chris focuses on the issues of abortion and contraception, and how they’ve ruined relationships and enslaved women instead of liberating them.

IS THERE SUCH A THING AS A JUST WAR?

1/10/2024

Is there such a thing as a “just war?” Fr. Chris speaks to a Vietnam vet about his combat experiences, and how he dealt with the horrors of war with the help of St. Therese Novena.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS THE BAPTISM OF CHRIST

1/3/2024

Fr. Chris speaks on the importance and effect of Christ’s baptism, and how it links to our own baptism. Plus, a visit to Joseph House, a re-integration ministry for former inmates.

THE BEATITUDES

12/27/2023

The best way to remember the Beatitudes is that each is a guideline for how we should “be…” during our life on earth. Plus, Fr. Chris looks at 2 Marian apparitions here in the U.S.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS THE GIFTS & FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

12/20/2023

Fr. Chris explains the need to possess and understand the gifts of the Holy Spirit to sustain our moral life. Plus, actor and director, Kevin Sorbo talks about faith-based media.

FR. CHRIS EXPLAINS THE CREED

12/13/2023

We recite the Nicene Creed every Sunday at Mass, but few of us really know what it means. Fr. Chris leads a detailed, line-by-line look at Catholics’ defining statement of belief.

THE TEACHING MASS (PT. 3) LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST

12/6/2023

Fr. Chris continues his examination of the Catholic Mass. From the Mystery of Faith through the final blessing, he covers the meaning, importance and biblical roots of every step.

THE TEACHING MASS (PT. 2) LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST

11/29/2023

Part two of Fr. Chris Alar’s series on the Mass focuses on the Liturgy of the Eucharist, beginning with the Offertory, and the preparation of the bread and wine for consecration.

THE TEACHING MASS (PT. 1) LITURGY OF THE WORD

11/22/2023

Fr. Chris begins a three-part “walk-through” of the Catholic Mass, beginning with the Liturgy of the Word, explaining exactly why we say what we say and do what we do at each Mass.

THEOLOGY OF THE BODY

11/15/2023

Fr. Mark Barron discusses the body’s ultimate purpose, focusing on John Paul II’s teaching on the Theology of the Body to overcome a dualistic understanding of the human person.

THE BIBLE: A CATHOLIC BOOK

11/8/2023

In his examination of the Bible, Fr. Chris tells who determined what books would be included and why. And he points out how the truth can be bent to prevent people from reading it.

DANGERS OF NEW AGE PRACTICES

11/1/2023

Fr. Chris explains the dangers of “new age” practices, from yoga to Reiki to tarot cards. And learn how a powerful ministry led her to Catholic-themed skateboard and surfboard art.

EXORCISMS

10/25/2023

Fr. Thaddeus Lancton explains the truth behind exorcisms, that exorcisms are really a form of blessing and in cases of possession, the devil can possess part of the person’s body, but can never possess a person’s soul.

THE LIFE OF A MARIAN PRIEST

10/18/2023

Marian priests share how God uses them in a unique way to bring souls to Him. And meet the Hillbilly Thomists who inspire a deeper faith through music, enabling them to connect with people from various walks of life.

MORE ON THE PRIESTHOOD

10/11/2023

Fr. Chris explains the identity and function of a Catholic priest, the difference between men and women in the Church and why women cannot be priests. He also discusses priestly attire and the meanings of each item.

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI

10/4/2023

Fr. Chris discusses St. Francis of Assisi’s conversion and how the Franciscan Order with its vows of poverty, chastity and obedience, came to be. Plus, he tells a touching story about St. Francis’ love for animals.

GUARDIAN ANGELS

9/27/2023

Fr. Chris Alar explains who our guardian angels are, what they do and how they worship the Lord with us, especially during the Eucharist. He also answers common questions many people have regarding guardian angels.

CORPORAL WORKS OF MERCY

9/20/2023

Learn about the Corporal Works of Mercy and why they’re important. And see how the National Catholic Partnership on Disability is putting those principles into practice in ministering to those with disabilities.

DID CHRIST REQUIRE A CHURCH?

9/13/2023

Today, Fr. Chris Alar dispels misconceptions about Catholicism, the origins of the Church and the importance of the Sacraments. Also, former NFL QB, Elvis Grbac, reveals how he exercises his faith through his business.

IS PRAYER TIMELESS

9/6/2023

Learn why prayers are timeless, and can still help souls who have died many years ago. And see how Pat Boynton’s prayers were answered when a beautiful dream allowed her to see her deceased son the way God sees him.

DO OUR PETS GO TO HEAVEN?

8/30/2023

Will we see our pets in heaven? Fr. Chris Alar tackles the subject, explaining what we know. And learn about Canines for Christ, an apostolate that brings therapy dogs to nursing homes and other adult facilities.

THE ROSARY

8/23/2023

Fr. Donald Calloway shares the biblical nature of the Rosary and the power it’s represented in his life. And meet author/artist, Joni Seith, who’s found meaning and purpose despite debilitating physical suffering.

THE ASSUMPTION

8/16/2023

Fr. Chris speaks about Church teaching on the Assumption of our Blessed Mother. Also, meet the “Nightwatch Nuns” who keep watch through the night over cancer patients receiving palliative care in their Mission Homes.

LIVING DIVINE MERCY 100TH EPISODE

8/6/2023

On our 100th episode, Fr. Chris Alar takes us back to some of he show's most popular episodes, shares interviews with Catholic celebrities, and reveals inspiring stories of the faith being shared in the sports world.

DIVORCE & ANNULMENTS

8/2/2023

There are many hot button issues currently being debated throughout society, but divorce and contraception are mostly unquestioned. Fr. Chris Alar walks viewers through the Church’s teaching on divorce and annulment.

UNDERSTANDING MARRIAGE

7/26/2023

Fr. Chris Alar explores the challenges and the realities of Marriage, and the reasons why it’s under attack today. He also explains the sometimes misunderstood passage in Ephesians about submission within marriage.

ST. CHARBEL

7/19/2023

Learn about St. Charbel, the Maronite Priest with more attributed miracles than all other saints in Church history. Plus, the Communita Cenacolo Ministry that helps people break through addiction with the love of God.

THE INQUISITION: FACT VS. FICTION

7/12/2023

What really happened during the Spanish Inquisition? Today, Fr. Chris Alar separates fact from fiction, and sets the record straight on one of the most controversial periods in the history of the Catholic Church.

INCORRUPTIBLES AND RELICS

7/5/2023

Fr. Chris discusses the supernatural gift God sometimes bestows on Saints of the Church when their bodies are exhumed from their tombs and found to be, in some degree, incorrupt, or preserved from normal decay.

ARE WE A CHRISTIAN NATION?

6/28/2023

Our founders said democracy without Christian morality is destined to fail. Fr. Chris explores our nation’s Christian heritage, and outlines the current attacks against the Christian faith going on in our country.

PENANCE

6/21/2023

Fr. Mark Baron explains how penance is actually a virtue we should embrace to bring our hearts closer to God, and move sinful thoughts and actions further away. Plus, the devastating yet redemptive story of Joe Walker.

GOD THE FATHER

6/14/2023

We call God “Our Father,” but do we really know who he is? Fr. Chris answers the question, and explains the importance of fatherhood’s role in society and the family, with a focus on the parable of the Prodigal Son.

EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES

6/7/2023

Following today’s lesson on transubstantiation and Eucharistic miracles, Fr. Chris Alar interviews Dr. Ricardo Castranon Gomez about the scientific findings from a Eucharistic miracle that occurred in Argentina in 1996.

THE VISITATION

5/31/2023

Learn the meaning of the Visitation, and the significance of May 31st as the day we celebrate it. And meet Kelly & Ryan Marcum, and hear how their summer camp for girls teaches the dangers of the secular culture.

PENTECOST

5/24/2023

In his lesson, Fr. Alar explains the importance of the Holy Spirit descending upon the Apostles at Pentecost after Christ had returned to the Father in Heaven. Plus, a visit to the Divine Mercy Academy in Maryland.

THE ASCENSION

5/17/2023

Fr. Chris Alar examines the Solemnity of the Ascension, and other special dates in the church year. And learn about the Cristo Rey Community Center where the poorest of the poor are helped by the Sisters of Mercy.

THE FOUR LAST THINGS - HELL

5/10/2023

In the last part of this series, Fr. Chris Alar talks about the realities of Hell, and introduces us to a man who had a near death experience that reinforced for him, the realities of demons and angels, Heaven and Hell.

THE FOUR LAST THINGS - HEAVEN

5/3/2023

In our third installment of the Four Last Things, Fr. Chris Alar talks about Heaven and what our experience of it will be like through our glorified bodies, a vision revealed to us from Scripture and Church teaching.

THE FOUR LAST THINGS - JUDGEMENT

4/26/2023

After death, the next thing we face is judgment. For that, it’s important to stay in a state of grace, remaining free of sin as best we can. Fr. Alar explains the Blessed Virgin Mary is there for us on our defense team.

THE FOUR LAST THINGS - DEATH

4/19/2023

Fr. Chris Alar begins a series on the “Four Last Things,” the final stages of the soul in life and the afterlife. Death came into the world as a result of sin, and Christians must face it knowing life doesn’t really end.

GRACES OF DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

4/12/2023

Fr. Chris Alar looks at why the Devotion of Divine Mercy is so important, why the feast was placed where it is on the Church calendar, and how to receive step-by-step, the graces attached to this wonderful celebration.

HOW DIVINE MERCY CAME TO BE

4/5/2023

See how the Divine Mercy devotion came to be known around the world. Fr. Chris Alar traces its history from St. Faustina, through World War II and the Cold War, to those spreading His message of love and mercy today.

ARK OF THE COVENANT

3/29/2023

See why the Ark of the Covenant is considered the central symbol of Jewish faith, and the only true physical manifestation of God on Earth. And learn why Mary, Mother of God, is considered the New Ark of the Covenant.

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS

3/22/2023

Are the 10 Commandments still relevant today? In today’s lesson, Fr. Chris Alar walks through the prescripts in-depth, and explains why they’re excellent ways to lead a moral life and prepare for Confession when we fail.

HOW TO BECOME A SAINT

3/15/2023

What does it take to become a saint? Fr. Chris Alar explains all Saints are holy whether or not they have miraculous gifts like bilocating or stigmata. We are all called to be holy, and can learn to become holy saints.

ADDICTION

3/8/2023

How various addictions can lead us away from the Lord, destroy our lives and lives of those around us. Plus, Fr. Chris Alar continues his interview with Jim Wahlberg, who overcame his own addictions through God’s grace.

CONFESSION

3/1/2023

An interview with Jim Wahlberg, author of The Big Hustle: A Boston Street Kid's Story of Addiction and Redemption. His book is a no-holds-barred, sometimes brutal, story of a redeemed life and a family’s healing.

ASH WEDNESDAY

2/22/2023

Fr. Chris Alar explains the significance of Ash Wednesday, and the penitential sacrifices associated with it and the season of Lent. And learn about the service work of St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy in Buffalo, New York.

7 DEADLY SINS: SLOTH (VS. ZEAL)

2/15/2023

One of the most misunderstood of the 7 Deadly Sins is Sloth. It’s not just laziness – even a workaholic can neglect his spiritual life and family, but the virtue of zeal can fire our passion and make us more productive.

7 DEADLY SINS: GREED (VS. GENEROSITY)

2/8/2023

The deadly sin of greed, or avarice, is the inordinate love of having possessions or riches. Today, Fr. Chris Alar explains how the greedy person can take on the sense of self-sufficiency and independence of God.

7 DEADLY SINS: ANGER (V. PATIENCE)

2/1/2023

If the sin of anger is so deadly, why does the Catechism call it “noble” and St. Paul call it “virtuous?” Fr. Chris Alar explains how patience helps us preserve our peace of mind in the midst of difficulties and trials.

7 DEADLY SINS: LUST (VS. CHASTITY)

1/25/2023

One of the most pervasive of the deadly sins is Lust. To live a virtuous life, we need self-mastery aided by the virtue of Chastity. Plus, Fr. Chris interviews actress Maria Vargo about her role as St. Faustina Kowalska.

7 DEADLY SINS: GLUTTONY (VS. TEMPERANCE)

1/18/2023

Fr. Alar explains the deadly sin of Gluttony. If desires, cravings, wants and needs go unchecked by temperance, they can lead to our destruction and that of others. He relates this to the idea of reproductive freedom.

7 DEADLY SINS: ENVY (VS. GRATITUDE)

1/11/2023

Fr. Chris Alar looks at Envy, and how we can overcome this most troublesome of the Seven Deadly Sins. Envy is a mortal sin, directly opposed to charity and mercy, and Gratitude is the virtue that can help defeat it.

7 DEADLY SINS: PRIDE (VS. HUMILITY)

1/4/2023

In the first of this series, Fr. Chris Alar examines the Deadly Sin of Pride. He notes its close proximity to attributes like self-esteem and confidence, but it can also be deceptive, even masquerading as a virtue.

THE MEANING OF THE HOLY MASS

12/28/2022

The three greatest acts of God’s mercy – Creation, Redemption, Sanctification - are all present in the perfect prayer of the Mass. See how our hopes, dreams, joys and sorrows are channeled into this offering back to God.

HOW CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS CAME TO BE

12/21/2022

Ever wonder how certain Christmas traditions originated? Fr. Chris Alar tells you the story behind everything from Christmas trees to candles in the window and separates fact from fiction with regard to “St. Nick.”