Deacon Al walks through the First Sunday of Lent readings—Genesis, Romans, and Matthew—explaining original sin, concupiscence, and how Jesus resists temptation by holding to Scripture.

He offers practical Lenten advice on confession, perseverance, and attending Holy Week services, and points listeners to Catholic Spirit Radio resources and parish Vigil Masses to deepen faith during Lent.

Email your questions to Deacon AL: goodnews@catholicspiritradio.org

Host Stan Ketick speaks with attorney Robert Porter about wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, and estate taxes, explaining practical steps to protect your family and assets.

The episode highlights planning for children, blended families, special needs trusts, ways to avoid probate, and a free MyCatholicWill resource offered through Catholic Spirit Radio.

https://mycatholicwill.com/catholicspiritradio

On this episode of Catholic Conversations, Stan Ketick talks with Sister Jean and Father Don about the life and cause for sainthood of Venerable Teresa (Mother) Dudzik— her immigration from Poland to Chicago, founding the Franciscan Sisters, her work serving the elderly and poor, and the hardships she endured.

They also discuss a reported healing attributed to her intercession, how the Vatican investigates miracles, ways listeners can learn more or support the cause (websites, Heritage Hall, newsletter), and a closing prayer inviting listeners to live out Mother Teresa Dudzik’s compassionate example.

https://www.chicagofranciscans.org/