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The Anchor of Hope

The Anchor of Hope

By: Roman Catholic Diocese of Marquette
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 Hope is the “sure and steadfast anchor of the soul … that enters … where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf.” (CCC 1820). Join Most Rev. John Doerfler, bishop of Marquette, Michigan and Hattie Hanold, Catholic convert, wife and mom, as they discuss Jesus and living with hope in today's world.Roman Catholic Diocese of Marquette Christianity Spirituality
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  • How Do I Pray?

    How Do I Pray?
    Dec 18 2025

    "[Prayer] ... is taking time to be alone with Him who we know loves us."

    • Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820
    • Books mentioned:
      • St. Teresa of Avila, "The Book of Her Life, Spiritual Testimonies, and Soliloquies" translated by Kieran Kavanaugh and Otilio Rodriguez
      • "Prayer Primer" by Fr. Thomas Dubay
    • Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes
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    28 mins
  • Is God Listening?

    Is God Listening?
    Dec 4 2025

    "For any of us, if it seems that God is not answering our prayers, it's always the right thing at the right time ... [that] is what God wants for us. He always wants what's best for us."

    • Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820
    • Definition of prayer from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 2559
    • Scripture Verses:
      • Matthew 26:39
      • 2 Corinthians 12: 7-10
    • Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes
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    18 mins
  • Hope and the Problem of Evil

    Hope and the Problem of Evil
    Nov 20 2025

    "What more do we need to sustain us in any of the struggles in our life than the gift of the Lord Jesus in the Holy Eucharist?"

    • Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820
    • Book mentioned:
      • Hattie Hanold: Fathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev
    • Scripture Verses:
      • Luke 9:23
      • Colossians 1:24
    • St. John Paul II Apostolic Letter: "On the Christian Meaning of Human Suffering"
    • Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes
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    20 mins
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