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.

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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.

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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.

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Deacon Al celebrates the Vatican approval of Fulton J. Sheen's beatification, shares a local miracle story, and guides listeners into the start of Lent with practical reflections on fasting, abstinence, and choosing a Christ-centered life.

He reviews the weekend readings (Sirach, 1 Corinthians, Matthew), offers reflections on free will and repentance, and invites teens and listeners to engage with the station and submit questions for future shows.

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Deacon Al recounts a humorous parish chili contest where his brisket chili won the trophy, shares parish news and invites community events to be submitted to Catholic Spirit Radio.

He then reflects on the fifth Sunday readings (Isaiah, 1 Corinthians, Matthew), explaining how Christians are called to be the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world," and encourages teens to live their faith every day.

Bob Johnston examines why Western societies tend to lean left, tracing the shift to a managerial class that runs large corporations and government agencies. He explains how ESG, DEI, and similar projects bind managers together, create endless reforms, and shape culture and policy.

The episode explores implications for families, faith, and politics, and asks what must change for citizens and leaders to restore stability and prioritize the common good.

Host Theresa Chambers interviews Melissa Ohden, an abortion survivor and founder of the Abortion Survivors Network, about her saline-abortion survival, healing journey, conversion to the Catholic faith, and the Network’s support, advocacy, and educational work.

They discuss abortion failures, abortion-pill reversal, resources for survivors and families, and how listeners can help through prayer, education, and sharing stories. Visit abortionsurvivors.org for support and information.

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Deacon Al warns against viral videos and internet hoaxes claiming radical changes by the Pope, urging listeners to check official sources and remain grounded in Church teaching. He explains how misleading content can be persuasive and dangerous.

Then he walks through the readings for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time—Zephaniah, 1 Corinthians, and the Beatitudes from Matthew—showing how Jesus’ teachings offer a lasting roadmap to true, lasting happiness through humility, mercy, and peacemaking.

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