CNA Newsroom

An important announcement (please listen) Apr 25, 2022

Please listen as host and producer Jonah McKeown makes an important announcement regarding the CNA Newsroom podcast. Listen to our entire catalog of over one hundred original episodes (for free) by visiting www.catholicnewsagency.com/podcasts, or on any podcast app. See you soon!

Ep. 127: The Beauty of Holy Week Apr 11, 2022

For Holy Week 2022, we explore a few of the Church’s earliest Easter pilgrimage traditions in Rome, and investigate the hymns you may not hear at Easter Mass this year. This episode first aired in March 2021. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/holy-week-2021-vatican-issues-guidelines-for-catholics-facing-coronavirus-restrictions-70744 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/beauty-drama-and-pinpoint-silence-easter-triduum-memories-from-rome-93027 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/a-vatican-ambassador-is-visiting-romes-most-ancient-churches-this-lent https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/all-are-welcome-not-a-welcome-hymn-at-mass-usccb-committee-says-54933 https://www.sourceandsummit.com/

Ep. 126: Reporting from war-torn Ukraine, this Catholic journalist keeps the faith Mar 28, 2022

An anonymous Ukrainian journalist has been speaking with the help of a Catholic radio station in Norway, as Russia continues its assault on her country. On this episode of the podcast, we learn about how this Ukrainian journalist found a worldwide platform for her spiritual reflections and observations amid the chaos of war. Shownotes: https://www.stritaradio.no/ https://feeds.transistor.fm/diary-from-kiev-by-st-rita-radio https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250609/catholic-journalist-flees-ukraine-capital-the-war-brings-me-closer-to-god https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250796/pope-francis-consecrates-russia-and-ukraine-to-the-immaculate-heart-of-mary https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250570/why-is-st-michael-the-archangel-the-protector-of-kyiv

Ep. 125: From Colorado to Africa— Saint Joseph makes an unexpected connection Mar 14, 2022

In honor of the Feast of St. Joseph, we’ll tell you the story of how St. Joseph helped to facilitate an unexpected connection between a teacher in Denver, Colorado and a priest in Soroti, Uganda. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250242/from-denver-to-uganda-st-joseph-facilitates-an-unexpected-connection https://www.soroticatholicdiocese.org/ https://mysoundwise.com/soundcasts/1634757979029s https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfRnJcVgM5YuK9cDTT2wrzvwYaiknoC33 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250609/catholic-journalist-flees-ukraine-capital-the-war-brings-me-closer-to-god

Ep. 124: How “The Bible in a Year” changed the world Feb 28, 2022

“The Bible in a Year” podcast with Father Mike Schmitz touched hundreds of thousands of lives beginning in 2021. We speak with the creators of the hit podcast, as well as with several people whose lives were forever changed by listening. Shownotes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-in-a-year-with-fr-mike-schmitz/id1539568321 https://youtu.be/bq27RZERjrc www.thebibleinayearstudyguide.com https://ascensionpress.com/pages/biy-registration https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/250039/bible-in-a-year-father-mike-schmitz-next-podcast

Ep. 123: The Real St. Valentine Feb 14, 2022

Why do we associate St. Valentine with cards, chocolate, and romance? Who was this guy anyway? We speak to a historical expert about the real St. Valentine. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/246487/the-rome-church-where-you-can-venerate-st-valentines-skull https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/43515/st-valentine-how-a-beheaded-martyr-became-the-poster-child-for-romantic-love

Ep. 122: Spaced out: A Catholic scientist makes an unusual discovery Jan 31, 2022

A Catholic scientist talks about his groundbreaking work with a massive space telescope, as well as his thoughts on the relationship between faith and science. http://theleaven.org/benedictine-professor-helps-discover-new-molecules-in-space/ https://www.nasa.gov/image-feature/the-pillars-of-creation https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_constitutions/documents/hf_jp-ii_apc_15081990_ex-corde-ecclesiae.html

Ep. 121: Abortions trickle at St. Louis clinic, after convent opens across the street Jan 18, 2022

Our Lady of Guadalupe convent in St. Louis has an unlikely neighbor: an abortion clinic. Since the convent opened in 2017, the number of surgical abortions at the clinic has dramatically decreased. https://www.archstl.org/respect-life-apostolate/programs/spiritual-support/our-lady-of-guadalupe-convent https://www.archstl.org/house-for-life-2018 https://fscc-calledtobe.org/2019/02/12/franciscan-sister-reflects-on-st-louis-our-lady-of-guadalupe-convent/

Ep. 120: Who ya gonna call…for prayers? Call the hotline Jan 05, 2022

An innovative prayer hotline at the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton has seen a lot of success since its launch at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. You can reach the prayer hotline at 1-866-202-4934. https://setonshrine.org/prayer-requests-2/?gclid=CjwKCAiAtouOBhA6EiwA2nLKHx0UID9v-XJxrSoG8if6dofYhSvaQ9OwDA94TQL09f4b6X6tXQcuexoCOcIQAvD_BwE https://www.catholicsun.org/2021/04/22/shrine-prayer-hotline-spurred-by-pandemic-is-so-successful-itll-continue/

Ep. 119: The Lego Church Guy Dec 20, 2021

John Kraemer is a disability advocate from Michigan who has, for the past 20 years, built giant Catholic churches out of Legos. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/249934/lego-master-catholic-church https://www.facebook.com/LegoChurchProject https://twitter.com/Kc8wzm

Ep. 118: This bishop braves the Australian Outback daily to care for his Catholics Dec 06, 2021

Bishop Columba Macbeth-Green leads the Diocese of Wilcannia-Forbes in the Australian Outback. He tells us about the extraordinary challenges and blessings that come with his role. https://www.facebook.com/BishopColumba https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/249139/catholic-school-named-for-blessed-carlo-acutis-will-have-the-eucharist-at-its-heart https://cruxnow.com/church-in-oceania/2019/07/bagpipe-playing-australian-bishop-faces-challenges-with-a-joke-and-a-smile/ https://www.catholicweekly.com.au/bishop-columba-macbeth-green-life-in-a-landscape-that-elevates-the-heart-to-god/ https://www.wf.catholic.org.au/our-diocese/our-history/

Ep. 117: The powerful witness of Native American Catholics Nov 22, 2021

Pablo Tac was a young Luiseño Indian man who wished to become a missionary priest. A petition to open his sainthood cause is gaining traction. In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we learn more about Pablo’s story, and revisit the stories of Squanto and Nicholas Black Elk. https://www.ncregister.com/news/unveiling-potential-saints-for-the-americas https://www.change.org/p/bishop-mcelroy-petition-to-nominate-pablo-tac-for-the-cause-of-canonization?utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=custom_url&recruited_by_id=1b8d1700-7350-11e9-a007-51c2eb51b7c0 https://www.californiafrontier.net/pablo-tac/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXhYcUFe3bg https://www.ncregister.com/news/us-catholic-bishops-approve-development-of-native-american-pastoral-plan

Ep. 116: Diary of an Exorcist Oct 25, 2021

Monsignor Stephen Rossetti has been an exorcist in the Archdiocese of Washington for more than a dozen years. He shares his experiences and how Catholics can avoid crossing paths with demons. https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/diary-of-an-american-exorcist https://www.catholicexorcism.org/home https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/sacraments-and-sacramentals/sacramentals-blessings/exorcism https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/45345/exorcism-is-a-ministry-of-joy-light-and-peace-new-guide-says

Ep. 115: Mapping the Catholic Church, Healing the Earth Oct 11, 2021

Molly Burhans is a scientist and cartographer who is using high-tech maps and data to make the Catholic Church more sustainable and more effective in Her mission. https://good-lands.org/ https://catholic-geo-hub-cgisc.hub.arcgis.com/datasets/9a8178c2d52d403d93a94317de653951_0/explore?location=-3.188195%2C0.000000%2C0.13 https://catholic-geo-hub-cgisc.hub.arcgis.com/datasets/9eec40e60282428e94f5e1f7825b6970_0/explore https://catholic-geo-hub-cgisc.hub.arcgis.com/datasets/f3ff97c8f55a41049513979729e607d8_0/explore?location=42.348091%2C-71.058806%2C16.67 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/247831/santa-fe-archdiocese-continues-to-list-hundreds-of-unused-pieces-of-land-for-sale https://chicago.suntimes.com/2019/2/8/18317337/much-of-100-million-from-sale-of-holy-name-lot-to-go-to-church-sex-abuse-debts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3uc_06oQLE

Ep. 114: What’s it like to be Catholic at Harvard? Sep 27, 2021

Harvard University’s more than 40 chaplains elected an atheist, humanist “chief chaplain” last month. We talk with one of Harvard’s Catholic chaplains about the appointment, and how the Harvard Catholic Center evangelizes a demographic that increasingly identifies as non-religious. A student and recent Harvard alum talk about living their faith on campus. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248833/harvard-catholic-center-responds-to-spin-on-atheist-chaplain https://anchor.fm/theharvardcatholic/episodes/Catholic-On-Campus-e17bf9g https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/26/us/harvard-chaplain-greg-epstein.html https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/41080/nones-rise-amid-declining-church-attendance-survey-shows https://www.focus.org/missionaries/benjamin-eliza-kelly

Ep. 113: How Pope Francis changed Iraq Sep 20, 2021

We revisit Iraq, six months on from Pope Francis’ historic visit, and talk to Iraqis on the ground to hear about the impact of the pope’s visit and the flourishing of the Catholic faith in the Middle East. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/ebooks/pope-francis-in-iraq.pdf https://www.sistani.org/english/archive/26509/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct2d31 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/8095/pope-francis-trip-to-iraq-2021 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248898/international-eucharistic-congress-2021-cardinal-sako-says-pope-francis-historic-visit-changed-iraq

Ep. 112: An Afghan Christian’s plea: “You are my last hope” Sep 13, 2021

A young Christian, desperate to flee Afghanistan, exchanges frantic messages with a CNA employee, pleading for help as the Taliban closes in on him. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248918/afghan-christians-plea-to-cna-you-are-my-last-hope

Ep. 111: Twenty years on from 9/11, how an NYC firefighter became a Catholic priest Aug 30, 2021

Today, Fr. Tom Colucci is a priest in the Archdiocese of New York. But back in 2001, he was a lieutenant with the NYC Fire Department. He shares his memories of 9/11, and how the tragedy encouraged his vocation. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/32605/911-when-john-paul-ii-grieved-with-america https://youtu.be/mV7RMz8ihwc https://youtu.be/uFYNr85RWIg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RauUv-_7kN8 https://www.911memorial.org/visit/memorial https://t2t.org/ [WARNING: CONTAINS GRAPHIC IMAGE] https://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/world/for-five-men-tragedy-remains-over-photo-of-911s-first-casualty/article592945/

Ep. 110: A devout Mormon’s conversion to the Catholic Church Aug 24, 2021

Maren Latham shares the story of her conversion from the Mormon religion to the Catholic Church. Maren didn't provide many details about her experience in the Mormon temple in this podcast, but she is currently writing a book that will provide more detail. https://chnetwork.org/story/devout-mormon-to-grateful-catholic/ https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/inside-a-mormon-temple-1049

Ep. 109: The Story of EWTN - From Garage Startup to Global Catholic TV Network Aug 16, 2021

In honor of EWTN’s 40th anniversary, we share some of the miraculous occurrences that aided the Catholic network’s early success. https://www.ewtn.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248696/three-times-mother-angelica-trusted-god-to-provide-for-ewtn https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248692/archbishop-chaput-honored-with-first-annual-mother-angelica-award

Ep. 108: The Future is Latino Aug 09, 2021

The Latino population within the U.S. Church is booming, but is the Church ready to welcome them? We take the question to a Latino leader within the Church. Then, Iskali is a new ministry empowering young Latinos to become leaders within their communities. We’ll talk with Iskali’s founder, and a few of the young people involved. https://www.iskali.org/ https://denvercatholic.org/centro-director-calls-service-to-hispanic-ministry-an-honor/ https://www.usccb.org/committees/hispaniclatino-affairs/history-hispanic-ministry

Ep. 107: Extraordinary Times for the Extraordinary Form Aug 02, 2021

Catholics talk about their love for the Traditional Latin Mass, and react to Pope Francis’ recent motu proprio regulating it. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248430/full-text-traditionis-custodes-pope-francis-motu-proprio-about-traditional-latin-mass https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248480/pope-francis-traditional-latin-mass-restrictions-has-your-diocese-responded-yet https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248540/two-weeks-after-pope-francis-traditional-latin-mass-restrictions-us-bishops-continue-to-respond https://www.newliturgicalmovement.org/

Ep. 106: Infertility and the power of community Jul 26, 2021

Three Catholics talk about their infertility, and the online community that has helped them find fruitfulness. https://www.thefruitfulhollow.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thefruitfulhollow/?hl=en https://bellawellness.org/ https://aaplog.org/

Ep. 105: Meet the Parents: Moms and dads of priests and religious speak out Jul 19, 2021

We talk with the parents of priests and religious about the experience of having a child dedicate themselves to God. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/247923/new-priest-blesses-his-sister-a-nun-its-been-a-real-privilege-and-a-joy http://carmelitemonks.org/

Ep. 104: Home Sweet Home: Housing and human rights Jul 12, 2021

Experts talk about the need for legal protections for renters, as the national eviction moratorium ends. A priest discusses the Catholic idea of a right to a decent home. Southern Missouri is one of the areas most affected by the Delta variant of the coronavirus— we talk with the local Catholic Charities about what they’re doing to help. And then, EWTN reporter Colm Flynn brings us the story of Mario Salerno, a Brooklyn landlord who waived an entire month’s rent last year for hundreds of tenants amid the coronavirus pandemic. https://ccsomo.org/news-room/latest-news.html/article/2021/05/27/in-the-media-ccsomo-offering-help-with-safhr-rental-and-utilities-assistance-applications https://www.mohousingresources.com/safhr https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/44115/landlord-encouraged-by-prayer-waives-rent-amid-coronavirus https://open.spotify.com/show/69v7Hcxqmd5QGwoAe0fELV https://www.usccb.org/resources/right-decent-home-pastoral-response-crisis-housing

Ep. 103: Pride and the Pirate Nun Jun 28, 2021

Catholics respond to the phenomenon of “Pride Month” and reflect on living out the Church’s teaching amid same-sex attraction. Two Catholics who have same-sex attraction share their stories, and their hopes for their future in the Catholic Church. https://couragerc.org/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-charles-lwanga-and-companions-martyrs-of-uganda-488 https://catholicspeakers.com/profiles/paul-darrow https://www.instagram.com/callmemannyyy/?hl=en https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/smartspeakers

Ep. 102: The Great Communion Debate Jun 21, 2021

We speak with several bishops before and after the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Spring Meeting, with a particular focus on the topic of “Eucharistic Coherence.” https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/247606/cdf-highlights-its-note-on-catholics-in-politics-in-letter-to-us-bishops-on-eucharistic-coherence https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/247492/archbishop-cordileone-catholics-supporting-abortion-should-not-present-themselves-for-holy-communion https://www.sfarch.org/letters-and-statements?mc_cid=9332700d03&mc_eid=f5bd8cf3dc https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248068/eucharistic-revival-to-begin-in-2022-we-want-to-start-a-fire-not-a-program

Ep. 101: Blessed are the Peacemakers: How can Christians respond to gun violence? Jun 14, 2021

How can people of faith respond to gun violence? We speak to a recent victim of an armed robbery, Bishop Michael Barber of Oakland; hear another bishop’s response to the recent mass shooting in San Jose; and remember Officer Eric Talley, a Catholic father of seven who died heroically responding to a mass shooting in Boulder, CO. Shownotes: https://denvercatholic.org/eric-talley-put-christ-first-boulder-police-officers-heroism-rooted-in-life-of-sacrificial-love/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/247100/eric-talley-funeral-catholic-father-of-seven-died-a-hero https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/247801/oaklands-catholic-bishop-robbed-of-cash-episcopal-ring-while-praying-near-cathedral https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/247803/usccb-after-9-killed-in-san-jose-shooting-something-fundamentally-broken-in-our-society

Ep. 100: Celebrating CNA Newsroom Jun 07, 2021

In celebration of our 100th episode, we take a look back at just a few of our favorite moments from the first 100 episodes of CNA Newsroom. Here’s to 100 more! Check out CNA’s brand new podcast, made especially for your smartspeaker: www.catholicnewsagency.com/smartspeakers Listen to more of our favorite segments here: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/podcasts/4/cna-newsroom

Ep. 99: Sleep in Heavenly Peace Jun 01, 2021

What connection does sleep have to the Catholic faith? We examine an interesting new devotion to the Sleeping St. Joseph, find out why God sometimes communicates in dreams in the Bible, and finally, we’ll read you a bedtime story. https://globalnation.inquirer.net/117521/pope-francis-address-during-the-meeting-with-families http://www.cvent.com/events/lessons-from-st-joseph-husband-father-saint/event-summary-f44bb63759e0475aa423506da87476bc.aspx https://www.amazon.com/MicroShifts-Transforming-Your-Life-Step-ebook/dp/B07L8T6FXV Full sleep story: https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/bonus-a-sleep-story-the-blue-cross-by-gk-chesterton/s-WO6qvt5V75y https://www.chesterton.org/blue-cross/

BONUS: A sleep story: “The Blue Cross” by G.K. Chesterton Jun 01, 2021

For your listening pleasure, Jonah reads the short story “The Blue Cross” by famed Catholic author G.K. Chesterton. Feel free to put on this episode to help you fall asleep. This bonus episode is a companion to Ep. 99. https://www.chesterton.org/blue-cross/

Ep. 98: Body and Blood May 24, 2021

What actually takes place at the moment of consecration during Mass? Then, we examine a recent Eucharistic miracle in Poland. Check out our new podcast, “Catholic News”: www.catholicnewsagency.com/smartspeakers http://www.miracolieucaristici.org/en/Liste/list.html https://www.amazon.com/Wedding-Feast-Lamb-Roch-Kereszty/dp/1595250069/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Roch+Kereszty&qid=1621369377&sr=8-5 https://www.lincolndiocese.org/bishops/bishop-james-conley/statements/15020-statement-03-31-21-mass-obligation www.ewtn.pl https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/44826/parish-priest-says-reported-eucharistic-miracle-has-led-to-conversions https://www.ncregister.com/news/polish-eucharistic-miracle-in-legnica https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/41997/survey-on-catholic-belief-in-the-eucharist-prompts-calls-for-better-catechesis

Ep. 97: Saintly Superheroes May 10, 2021

Four decades ago, Marvel produced several religious-themed comic books, including a comic about the life of Pope St. John Paul II. On this episode of CNA Newsroom, we criss-cross the globe to bring you the story of how— and why— one of the world’s biggest comic book companies decided to bring the stories of three beloved saints to the world. This episode first aired in May 2020. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/saintly-superhero-when-marvel-comics-told-the-life-story-of-john-paul-ii-69401 https://churchpop.com/2014/10/24/pope-st-john-paul-ii-comic-book/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/blog/that-time-blessed-mother-teresa-was-a-marvel-comic-book-hero https://www.amazon.com/City-Saints-Pilgrimage-John-Krak%C3%B3w/dp/0553418904 http://www.iservedasaint.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marvel%27s_616

Ep. 96: Running the Race, Keeping the Faith Apr 12, 2021

What does it mean to be both physically and spiritually fit? We talk to super-athlete Sister Stephanie Baliga; Olympian Dominique Dawes; and Bishop Thomas Paprocki, the “Holy Goalie.” Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/this-three-time-olympian-wishes-she-could-dine-with-mother-angelica-10533 https://www.dominiquedawesgymnasticsacademy.com/ https://missionola.com/marathon.html https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/bishop-paprocki-explores-link-between-physical-and-spiritual-fitness-in-new-book

Ep. 95: Ever ancient, ever new Mar 30, 2021

This Holy Week, we explore a few of the Church’s earliest Easter pilgrimage traditions in Rome. Producer Jonah McKeown investigates the hymns you won’t hear at Easter Mass this year. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/holy-week-2021-vatican-issues-guidelines-for-catholics-facing-coronavirus-restrictions-70744 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/beauty-drama-and-pinpoint-silence-easter-triduum-memories-from-rome-93027 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/a-vatican-ambassador-is-visiting-romes-most-ancient-churches-this-lent https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/all-are-welcome-not-a-welcome-hymn-at-mass-usccb-committee-says-54933 https://www.sourceandsummit.com/

Ep. 94: God Save Ireland Mar 15, 2021

Travel with us to 17th-18th century Ireland to learn about how Catholicism was nearly stamped out in Ireland...and how Catholics emerged stronger than before. https://www.amazon.com/Priest-Hunters-Story-Irelands-Bounty-dp-184717311X/dp/184717311X/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid= https://twitter.com/ColmFlynn1 https://youtu.be/3VA9vuId3ds http://www.caitrionadunnett.com/portfolio-2/mass-paths/ https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/secret-paths-ireland-catholic-forbidden-mass-photography https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/irelands-catholic-bishops-announce-national-synodal-assembly https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/catholic-bishops-in-ireland-apologize-for-abject-failure-at-mother-and-baby-homes-21109

Ep. 93: Lent Around the World Mar 02, 2021

We travel to Lebanon, Timor-Leste, Madagascar, El Salvador and China to hear about the foods and traditions that Christians use to mark the season of Lent. https://www.crsricebowl.org/recipe https://www.instagram.com/talkaboutaugust4/?hl=en https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/help-save-lebanon-maronite-patriarch-calls-on-international-community-lebanons-maronite-patriarch-called-on-tuesday-for-the-united-nations-to-help-arbiter-the-countrys-crisis-by-convening-an-inte-10229 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/madagascar https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/insides-that-didnt-decompose-and-other-stunning-facts-about-oscar-romero-52016 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/china

Ep. 92: Make it personal Feb 15, 2021

In honor of Black History Month, we take a look at a new personal parish in Pittsburgh in the Black Catholic tradition. Show notes: https://www.ncregister.com/blog/pittsburgh-bishop-why-i-established-a-new-black-catholic-parish https://profiles.howard.edu/profile/34901/cheryl-sanders

Ep. 91: Mardi Gras (and all that jazz) Feb 01, 2021

We head down to Louisiana to talk with some Catholics about the Mardi Gras traditions they know and love. Show notes: https://nds.edu/ https://www.pelicanpub.com/proddetail.php?prod=9781589804104#.YBCBYpNKh24 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3aitqY-Ee4&t=5s&ab_channel=Rev.PatrickBroussard

Ep. 90: For God and Country Jan 20, 2021

How ought Christians engage in politics? On the eve of a new presidential administration, we attempt to scratch the surface of this expansive topic. On the podcast this week: a third-party presidential candidate who ran on Catholic principles; a longtime pro-life Democrat; and a Catholic priest whom President Obama tapped for a political appointment. Shownotes: https://solidarity-party.org/ https://www.lsc.gov/ https://www.democratsforlife.org/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/dan-lipinski https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/he-wont-win-so-why-is-brian-carroll-running-for-president-24070 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/american-solidarity-partys-brian-carroll-squares-off-in-third-party-debate-16676

Ep. 89: Taking Back the Year Jan 11, 2021

Catholics share the small and big blessings they experienced in 2020. Father Harrison Ayre of the podcast Clerically Speaking shares about his new book “Finding Christ in the Crisis”, and the personal spiritual renewal behind it. Catholic writer Leah Libresco describes how she maintained a sense of community despite coronavirus restrictions. Then, the head of a Catholic theater company talks about how the pandemic inspired him to bring back the tradition of radio plays. Show notes: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/finding-christ-book-love-divine-music-cd-set https://www.clericallyspeaking.com/ http://www.leahlibresco.com/ https://themerrybeggars.com/

Ep. 88: The Merriest Little Christmases Dec 21, 2020

Celebrating Christmas in prison, the South Pole, and even space! Show notes: https://www.kalw.org/post/songs-christmas-san-quentin-media#stream/0 https://antarcticsun.usap.gov/features/4337/ https://www.nasa.gov/image-feature/apollo-8-earthrise

Ep. 87: Candles Amid the Rubble Dec 08, 2020

We take a look at why the season of Advent should be celebrated - even in the darkest times. Catholic author Kendra Tierney shares how her family celebrates the Advent season at home - and how you can celebrate at home too. We’ll share the story of Father Alfred Delp, a German Jesuit who clung to the hope of Advent despite his imprisonment - and execution - by the Nazis during World War II. We’ll talk about the Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols - and even hear some beautiful music by the choir at Wyoming Catholic College. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/advent-at-home-how-catholics-are-preparing-for-a-season-of-joy---even-in-2020-28458 https://catholicallyear.com/ https://catholicallyear.com/product/christmas-novena-printable-booklet-digital-download/ https://www.amazon.com/Bound-Hands-Germany-Selected-Letters/dp/082941794X All music in the third segment courtesy of The Choir of Wyoming Catholic College, directed by Dr. Peter A. Kwasniewski. With ‘Once in Royal David’s City’ directed by Dr. Sean Lewis. https://wyoming-catholic-college.square.site/product/christmas-in-god-s-country/31?cs=true

Ep. 86: It’s Still Thanksgiving Nov 23, 2020

This week we revisit an episode that first aired during Nov. 2019, and offer some pandemic-related updates. EWTN’s Father Mitch Pacwa talks about his annual Thanksgiving hunting trip; we tell the amazing stories of two Native American Catholics; a Catholic couple donates thousands of turkeys for the holidays; and much more. Shownotes: https://www.rapidcitydiocese.org/black-elk-documentary/ https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html https://www.whiffletreefarmva.com/ https://www.ccbq.org/ http://mindspirit.com/author/abbykowitz/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLjuKg1Oic8 Special thanks to Deacon Ben Black Bear, Jr. and Mark G. Thiel for the use of the audio of Nicholas Black Elk’s Thanksgiving prayer.

Ep. 85: How I Built This for God Nov 09, 2020

Catholic entrepreneurs talk about how they took their award-winning ideas from an inkling in their mind to a full-blown reality. Shownotes: https://www.osvinstitute.com/ https://www.edeninvitation.com/ https://www.juandiegonetwork.com/ https://catholicsprouts.com/

Ep. 84: More Than Words Oct 26, 2020

The deaf Catholic community in the US is eager for the faith. In this episode, we take a look at some of the latest resources available to them, and a deaf Catholic priest shares his vocation story. This episode is available in American Sign Language (ASL) at the link below! https://youtu.be/NW2deh1EEs4 Show notes: http://deafcatholicphilly.org/ https://www.archkck.org/ministries--offices/deaf-ministry/deaf-youcat https://ascensionpress.com/collections/hands-of-grace-the-catholic-sacraments-in-american-sign-language https://www.archmil.org/deaf-apostolate.htm

Ep. 83: Adventures in Discernment Oct 12, 2020

This week, we bring you the story of two brothers ordained to the priesthood on the same day; a young woman talks about God’s call to enter a religious life— and His call for her to leave a few years later; and a life and dating coach helping single, Catholic women who feel stuck. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/god-chose-to-call-us-the-story-of-two-brothers-ordained-catholic-priests-on-the-same-day-82640 http://www.pauline.org/ https://www.femininegeniuscoaching.com/

Ep. 82: Nigeria’s Forgotten Martyrs Sep 29, 2020

The persecution of Christians is by no means confined to the Middle East. In Africa’s most populous nation, Nigeria, to be a Christian means to suffer regular threats of violence, kidnapping, torture, and even death. In this episode, we bring you the voices of Nigerian Catholics who want the world to know— and to care— about the brutal persecution they face every day. This is the last in a three-episode series on Christian persecution. Shownotes: www.aciafrica.org https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/more-than-600-nigerian-christians-killed-in-2020-new-report-says-65880 https://www.aciafrica.org/news/1810/40-day-prayer-for-god-to-save-nigeria-announced-to-end-on-eve-of-independence-day https://www.aciafrica.org/tag/michael-nnadi https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/knights-of-columbus-to-report-on-christian-persecution-in-nigeria-42564 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/islamic-militants-kidnap-hundreds-in-raid-on-nigerian-town-41775 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/conference-highlights-forgotten-persecuted-christians-43167 http://www.catholicdioceseoyo.org/ https://www.churchinneed.org/ https://indefenseofchristians.org/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CR5zW_-wptU&feature=youtu.be

Ep. 81: The Disappearing People Sep 21, 2020

Now more than ever, Christianity is at risk of disappearing from the Middle East. This week on CNA Newsroom, we bring you the stories of Middle Eastern Christians who are peacefully standing their ground to protect their homeland, their people, and their faith. This is the second in a three-episode series on Christian persecution. Shownotes: https://nasarean.org/ https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Disappearing-People/Stephen-M-Rasche/9781642932034 https://www.churchinneed.org/ https://indefenseofchristians.org/ http://hungaryhelps.gov.hu/en/ https://www.churchinneed.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Report-on-Christianity-in-northern-Iraq.pdf https://www.wsj.com/articles/iraqi-christians-are-still-waiting-mr-pence-1528413035

Ep. 80: After the Blast Sep 14, 2020

In early August, something happened in Lebanon that no one expected— a massive explosion destroyed many of the city’s predominantly Christian neighborhoods. Lebanon is known as a place where Christians and Muslims live together in relative peace. What will happen next? Later in the show, Rome Correspondent Hannah Brockhaus brings us the story of St. Charbel— a saint many believe can serve as a peaceful link between Christians and Muslims. This is the first in a three-episode series on the worldwide persecution of Christians. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-calls-for-day-of-prayer-and-fasting-for-lebanon-57609 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/catholic-leader-outlines-vision-for-lebanon-as-the-switzerland-of-the-east-59966 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/lebanese-scholar-the-west-cannot-afford-to-abandon-lebanon-88821 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/after-beirut-explosion-lebanon-needs-us-catholic-help-now-bishops-say-99578 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-charbel-makhlouf-534 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/after-beirut-explosion-lebanon-turns-to-st-charbel-51853 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/lebanese-man-finds-hand-of-providence-in-mystical-experience-91640 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/report-around-the-world-260-million-christians-face-persecution-33304 https://philosproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/LEBANON_Past-Challenges-Present-Calamities-Future-Prospects.pdf https://www.just-help.org/c/relieffund https://www.beitelbaraka.org/

Ep. 79: Back to (home)school Aug 31, 2020

The return to school looks a little different this fall. We talk with some Catholic schools about how they’re approaching in-person and distance education. Then, homeschooling veterans discuss what new homeschoolers can expect. Show notes: https://denvercatholicschools.com/parents/st-isidore-catholic-curriculum/ https://ace.nd.edu/academies/ https://www.setonhome.org/ https://hslda.org/about https://www.hwsa.net/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/is-homeschooling-dangerous-parents-former-students-respond-to-harvard-professor-72103

Ep. 78: All Creatures Great and Small Aug 24, 2020

Ever wonder if you’ll see your pet in heaven? We bring the question to two theologians. St. Philip Neri is remembered for founding oratories, but he also loved animals and had a few pets of his own. Two priests share how their furry companions have helped them in their vocations. Show notes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDI0vn83Y-g

Ep. 77: Cheers to Summer Break! Jul 02, 2020

CNA Newsroom is going on summer vacation! We’ll be back in six weeks. But before we go, share a six-pack with us. Six segments - all about the 4th of July. This episode originally aired in July 2019. Show notes: frassatiusa.org/ www.amazon.com/Charles-Carroll-C…&s=gateway&sr=8-1 eppc.org/ www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/rebuil…ilica-75959

Ep. 76: Discovering God’s Plan Jun 29, 2020

The story of Jim McNulty, a Catholic who was held hostage in 2010 at the Discovery Network headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland. Jim developed post-traumatic stress disorder after the incident. He founded a Catholic support group for other victims of trauma. Show notes: https://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/02/us/02discovery.html https://www.theupperroomptsd.org/ https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/index.shtml https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/ https://www.amazon.com/He-Leadeth-Me-Extraordinary-Testament/dp/0804141525

Ep. 75: Atom and Eve Jun 22, 2020

Dr. Francis Collins of the NIH talks about the race to find a COVID-19 vaccine, and his Christian faith. Does the Catholic Church oppose science? A chemist shares her conversion story. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/nih-head-francis-collins-wins-templeton-prize-for-witness-to-faith-and-science-60291 https://www.amazon.com/Language-God-Scientist-Presents-Evidence/dp/1416542744 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1586177915?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creativeASIN=1586177915&linkCode=xm2&tag=chrikaczhomep-20 https://stacytrasancos.com/

Ep. 74: 'We Shall Overcome' Jun 15, 2020

Hear the inspiring stories of Sr. Thea Bowman and Fr. Augustus Tolton. Show notes: https://www.fspa.org/content/about/sister-thea-bowman https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/sr-thea-bowmans-cause-for-canonization-could-open-at-us-bishops-meeting-82957 https://www.amazon.com/Theas-Song-Life-Thea-Bowman/dp/1570759626 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/fr-augustus-tolton-former-african-american-slave-advances-toward-sainthood-24806

Ep. 73: "I can't breathe" Jun 09, 2020

Black Catholics react to the death of George Floyd, give advice for how Catholics can respond in faith and hope, and talk about their own experiences of racism. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/after-death-of-george-floyd-minnesota-catholics-pray-for-justice-92907 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/black-catholics-urge-prayer-change-after-floyd-killing-and-riots-12518 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/minneapolis-archbishop-priests-join-in-prayerful-george-floyd-protest-94232 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/racial-justice-is-a-pro-life-issue-says-leading-pro-life-legislator-56192 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/george-floyds-death-shows-need-for-sanctity-of-life-police-training-researcher-says-37676

Ep. 72: Paradigm Shift Jun 01, 2020

Hear the stories of people whose lives took a dramatic and unexpected turn from what they were before— and often became better than those people could ever have imagined. Show notes: https://jenniferfulwiler.com/jen-fulwiler/ http://iwasinprison.org/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/st-augustine-bishop-calls-for-end-to-florida-death-penalty-39039 https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-37-true-facts-about-the-lion-of-munster https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-25-his-name-was-kendrick-castillo https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-46-borderlands https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-55-and-after-8-days https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-24-seventy-times-seven

Ep. 71: More than just recycling May 26, 2020

It has been 5 years since Pope Francis published his encyclical, Laudato si’. A lot of people still think about it as the pope’s encyclical about recycling, air conditioning, or global warming. Pope Francis does write about those things, but his encyclical includes much, much more. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/laudato-si-atlanta-archdioceses-sustainability-efforts-5-years-on-22099 https://www.shared-x.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-caring-for-creation-means-caring-for-your-brother-and-sister-60815 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/to-fight-human-trafficking-one-of-pope-francis-core-commitments-36763 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/bishops-urge-doj-to-confront-the-porn-industry-protect-porns-victims-61646

Ep. 70: JPII, who were you? May 18, 2020

On May 18, 1920, in a town southwest of Krakow, Poland, Karol Jozef Wojtyla was born. Biographer George Weigel and a former Swiss Guard detail the legacy of this great pope. An Italian mountaineer talks about the years he spent skiing and hiking with St. John Paul II. Then, the story of the time an Iowa farmer invited the pope to visit his state — and the pope did! http://www.iservedasaint.com/ https://www.amazon.com/City-Saints-Pilgrimage-John-Krak%C3%B3w/dp/0553418904 https://www.tanbooks.com/secret-life-of-john-paul-ii-2189.html https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2019/09/25/pope-john-paul-ii-iowa-40-years-later-historic-visit-1979-des-moines-living-history-farms-catholic/2211354001/

Ep. 69: Pilgrims’ (Perilous) Progress May 11, 2020

We share three stories of pilgrimages with unexpected outcomes. A group travels to the Holy Land as the coronavirus reaches pandemic levels; a proposal gone wrong on the Camino de Santiago; and a life-changing accident on a pro-life pilgrimage across the United States. Show notes: https://www.crossroadswalk.org/ https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-37-true-facts-about-the-lion-of-munster https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-25-his-name-was-kendrick-castillo https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-46-borderlands https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-55-and-after-8-days https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-24-seventy-times-seven

Ep. 68: Saintly Superheroes May 04, 2020

Nearly four decades ago, Marvel produced several religious-themed comic books, including a comic about the life of Pope St. John Paul II. On this episode of CNA Newsroom, we criss-cross the globe to bring you the story of how— and why— one of the world’s biggest comic book companies decided to bring the stories of three beloved saints to the world. Show notes: https://churchpop.com/2014/10/24/pope-st-john-paul-ii-comic-book/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/blog/that-time-blessed-mother-teresa-was-a-marvel-comic-book-hero https://www.amazon.com/City-Saints-Pilgrimage-John-Krak%C3%B3w/dp/0553418904 http://www.iservedasaint.com/

Ep. 67: City of Angels Apr 27, 2020

Did angels carry the house of Our Lady from Nazareth to Italy? Why is the second largest city in the United States named after the angels? Find those answers and more on this week's episode of CNA Newsroom. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/did-angels-really-carry-the-holy-house-of-mary-to-loreto-italy-25088 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-adds-feast-of-our-lady-of-loreto-to-roman-calendar-78209 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-imitate-saint-junipero-serra-be-trailblazers-for-christ-54248 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/archbishop-gomez-american-missionaries-are-the-overlooked-us-founders-35316 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/in-san-francisco-one-less-space-for-st-junipero-serra-96920

BONUS: Full conversation with Chris Arnade Apr 20, 2020

In this bonus episode, Catholic News Agency's Editor-in-chief JD Flynn interviews author and photographer Chris Arnade about his book "Dignity: Seeking Respect in Back Row America." This is a companion piece to Ep. 66 of CNA Newsroom. https://www.amazon.com/Dignity-Seeking-Respect-Back-America/dp/0525534733

Ep. 66: Death Row and the Back Row Apr 20, 2020

Bishop Richard Stika tells the story of the time St. John Paul II intervened in the life of a man on Missouri’s death row. Photographer and author Chris Arnade travels the US to share the stories and faces of ‘Back Row America’. http://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_25031995_evangelium-vitae.html https://www.amazon.com/Dignity-Seeking-Respect-Back-America/dp/0525534733

Ep: 65: Waiting for Conversion Apr 16, 2020

JD Flynn talks with his mother about her conversion. We talk to people affected by the delay of sacraments due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Ep. 64: Keep Palm and Carry On Apr 06, 2020

A palm supplier in Florida talks about the impact of the coronavirus on his business; a priest in Maine comes up with a creative solution to the cancelation of Palm Sunday Mass; and our producer shares his experience of Palm Sunday Mass at a parish for deaf Catholics in Maryland. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/this-sunday-where-will-the-millions-of-palms-come-from-20041 https://www.southeastpalmandfoliage.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/maine-priest-encourages-pine-sunday-where-there-are-no-palms-95483 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWFrqWQh1HI&t=14s

Ep. 63: Listen at Your Leisure Mar 30, 2020

We talk with several Catholics about leisure — what it is, and why it matters. Show notes: http://darwincatholic.blogspot.com/ https://twitter.com/McCormickProf/status/1241830229959675904 https://roseharrington.com/ https://udayton.edu/imri/mary/archive.php?tags=Stokes%20Mary%20Gardens https://docs.google.com/document/d/151ne0n6RHy-_k4dNPp7QIqGX4SrUqhK4ESP2tzrOMpI/edit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEWVEH6MQk4fiXVP1b4MclA https://open.spotify.com/artist/2XaFV5Bz4k3oEFBfZSGVoQ?si=-SJ1M6OCRx2fS2rciSIniA

Ep. 62 ½: Coronavirus Comes to America Mar 24, 2020

We ask how priests in the US are navigating Mass cancellations; a homeless shelter in Washington continues its life-saving ministry to the poor; the coronavirus’ impact on 12-step recovery programs; and the time Mary protected a St. Louis school from a cholera epidemic. This is the second of our two-part series on the coronavirus pandemic. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/do-we-have-mass-coronavirus-closures-and-dispensations-in-us-dioceses-96801 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/how-and-why-to-watch-mass-online-during-coronavirus-82713 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/quarantined-sunday-how-can-families-keep-the-day-holy-when-masses-are-canceled-66671 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/bless-me-father---but-from-6-feet-away-coronavirus-and-confession-60496 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/washington-dc-homeless-shelter-serves-the-poor-despite-coronavirus-fears-15629 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/aa-under-quarantine-how-coronavirus-is-changing-12-step-recovery-programs-81629

Ep. 62: Italy in the time of coronavirus Mar 23, 2020

We look to Italy for the first of a two-part series on the impact of the coronavirus. CNA’s Rome correspondents Hannah Brockhaus and Courtney Mares share personal essays detailing their experiences living under lockdown in Rome. A former member of the Swiss Guard tells us about how his elderly parents are faring in the Italian city of Bergamo— one of the hardest hit cities in Italy. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/churches-in-rome-can-reopen-for-private-prayer-92297 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/at-least-60-italian-priests-have-died-after-contracting-coronavirus-78399 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/former-swiss-guard-the-elderly-are-united-in-prayer-in-coronavirus-hit-italy-66295

Ep. 61: The Church and disabled Catholics (Part 2) Mar 16, 2020

Regina Maria has severe autism. Her dad, Jeff, talks about her diagnosis and their Catholic faith. An expert talks best practices for sacramental prep for children with disabilities. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/heart-of-hospitality-best-way-for-catholic-parishes-to-serve-the-disabled-53753 https://journalstar.com/lifestyles/family/special-fathers-special-children-finding-love-when-dreams-don-t/article_e7174aa0-ce47-5bc6-9d02-53afe10c1292.html https://ncpd.org/

Ep. 60: The Church and disabled Catholics (Part 1) Mar 09, 2020

Fr. Matthew Schneider talks about his diagnosis of autism. We ask how the Catholic Church can better serve Catholics with autism and take a look into sensory-friendly Masses in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/at-the-intersection-of-faith-and-autism---a-catholic-priest-shares-his-story-16055 http://www.catholiccincinnati.org/ministries-offices/respect-life-2/inclusion-ministry/sensory-friendly-resources/

Ep. 59: Where’s the beef Mar 02, 2020

Benedictine nuns who run a cattle ranch in Northern Colorado; Vegetarianism and the pro-life ethic; D.C. correspondents Matt Hadro and Christine Rousselle taste-test Burger King's Impossible Whopper. D.C. correspondent Christine Rousselle is our guest host. Show notes: https://www.firstthings.com/article/2009/06/pro-animal-pro-life http://www.walburga.org/index.php/about/visiting-the-abbey/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/the-impossible-burger-ethics-and-a-cna-taste-test-67794

Ep. 58: Saints of the Swamp Feb 24, 2020

The Diocese of Lafayette has officially opened the causes for canonization of two Louisiana Catholics; and recognized a third candidate for canonization. Senior Features Writer Mary Farrow is our guest host. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/will-these-louisiana-cajun-catholics-become-saints-diocese-begins-canonization-cause-17406 https://www.nonco.org/ http://charlenerichard.com/ https://www.stlandrycatholicchurch.com/biography-of-fr-lafleur.html https://diolaf.org/photoalbums/causes-for-canonization-opened-at-chancery

It's us. Not you. Jan 20, 2020

We need to take a little break. We’re still hard at work chasing down interviews and producing the best journalistic, Catholic storytelling podcast out there. But we won't have any new episodes until February 24, the Monday before Ash Wednesday. In the meantime, please keep us and the podcast in your prayers! Leave us a review, and tell your friends about your favorite episode.

Ep. 57: Abortion regret — and redemption Jan 14, 2020

Patricia Sandoval was 12 years-old when an instructor from Planned Parenthood taught her and her classmates about “safe” sex. After three abortions and a job at Planned Parenthood, Patricia says she has found healing and redemption through Christ. Shownotes: https://www.rachelsvineyard.org/ https://queenofpeacemedia.com/patricia-sandoval-testimony/ https://ccdenver.org/beacon/#

Ep. 56: 20- Cabernet + Myrrh + Baptism- 20 Jan 06, 2020

Epiphany is more than just the the three kings visiting the child Jesus. It also celebrates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River and Jesus’ first miracle at the wedding at Cana. This week, we talk with a Trappist monk who helps young monks create incense; we learn about conditional baptisms from a priest who once performed one; and a Catholic retiree who now helps run a winery near Fort Worth, Texas. Show notes: https://www.holyroodguild.com/ https://www.rlv.wine/

Ep. 55: And After 8 Days. . . Dec 30, 2019

For centuries, Catholics celebrated the Circumcision of the Lord on January 1. That practice ended in 1960. But, what was the significance of Jesus' circumcision, and of circumcision in general? We talk to priests, theologians and an art historian to find these answers. Then, we talk with a journalist who went on a years-long quest to find what some believe to be the Church's most unusual relic: the foreskin of Jesus. Shownotes: https://www.sacredarchitecture.org/articles/spiritual_exercises_muzianos_circumcision_altarpiece https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/how-catholic-art-saved-the-faith https://nds.edu/staff-members/gregory-vall-ph-d/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/resources/bible/introduction-to-the-new-testament/galatians https://www.amazon.com/Catherine-Siena-Spiritual-Development-Teaching/dp/0809145472 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/an-irreverent-curiosity-david-farley/1112035537?ean=9781101104972&st=PLA&sid=BNB_ADL+EBooks+Generic+Desktop+Medium&sourceId=PLAGoNA&dpid=tdtve346c&2sid=Google_c&gclid=Cj0KCQiAovfvBRCRARIsADEmbRJ16aaG20vqRzEWlLlNU68Te1DVh9m5Kp-G5laZFP1mPNyPt9rWuqMaAt4sEALw_wcB

Ep. 54: The Unlikeliest of Friendships Dec 16, 2019

This week on the podcast: two unlikely friendships…and one friendship so unlikely, it probably wasn’t a friendship at all. We bring you the stories of two college professors with very different viewpoints— Robert George and Cornel West— who became best friends; two heroes of the American political left and right, Supreme Court Justices Antonin Scalia and Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who were friends for 30 years; and the somewhat odd correspondence between Blessed Pius IX and Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederacy. Shownotes: https://jmp.princeton.edu/statement https://www.amazon.com/Pope-Who-Would-King-Emergence/dp/0812989910 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/for-antonin-scalia-faith-and-work-did-not-conflict-50816 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/podcast/cna-editors-desk

Ep. 53: Kringle v. Krampus Dec 09, 2019

JD Flynn interviews Santa Claus; we examine the life of St. Nicholas; and CNA Deutch Editor Christoph Wimmer shares the legend of St. Nicholas’ sinister counterpart, Krampus. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-nicholas-of-myra-75 http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/11044a.htm Anchor.fm/CNAdeutsch

Ep. 52: Here Comes Emmanuel Dec 03, 2019

A Trappist monk named Emmanuel shares his vocation story and gives us a look at how his community celebrates Advent; the Vatican’s lead astronomer gives the real story of the Star of Bethlehem; and we visit the Basilica of the Nativity in Bethlehem. https://www.spencerabbey.org/ https://spencerbrewery.com/ http://www.morinelliphotography.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/brother-guy-consolmagno https://philosproject.org/ https://benedictinesofmary.org/

Ep. 51: A Very Catholic Thanksgiving Nov 26, 2019

Happy Thanksgiving! This year, we talk to EWTN’s Father Mitch Pacwa about his annual Thanksgiving hunting trip. Later in this episode, the founder of Whiffletree Farm in Virginia shares the story of his conversion and talks about the Thanksgiving rush; we tell the story of Squanto and Nicholas Black Elk; a retiree in the Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens donates and distributes hundreds of turkeys each Thanksgiving, in honor of his dad; and a counselor talks about the relationship between grief and gratitude. https://www.whiffletreefarmva.com/ https://www.ccbq.org/ http://mindspirit.com/author/abbykowitz/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLjuKg1Oic8 Special thanks to Deacon Ben Black Bear, Jr. and Mark G. Thiel for the use of the audio of Nicholas Black Elk’s Thanksgiving prayer.

Ep. 50: Prepare to Die Nov 19, 2019

What does it mean to have a good death? We tell the story of Paul Coakley, a 34-year-old Catholic who died after a short battle with cancer. We talk to hospice care workers and a Catholic bioethicist about what a good death looks like, amid efforts around the world to push for euthanasia and assisted suicide. We also tell the story of a group of Carmelite nuns who were executed during the French Revolution, each one asking first for permission to die. Shownotes: https://sjhospicelondon.com/about-us/ https://www.epcc.ca/ https://www.ccbi-utoronto.ca/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/canadian-bishops-keep-palliative-care-distinct-from-assisted-suicide-37915 http://supremacyandsurvival.blogspot.com/

Ep. 49: We Have Only Done Our Duty Nov 11, 2019

Military chaplains dedicate their lives to serve the men and women in the Armed Forces. This Veteran’s Day, we look at the life of one military chaplain who could one day be named a saint. We ask what it looks like to discern a vocation to be a military chaplain. Shownotes: https://watch.formed.org/kapaun-s-men/season:1/videos/the-story-of-father-kapaun https://catholicdioceseofwichita.org/father-kapaun/ https://www.kapaunsmen.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/father_emil_kapauns_cause_for_sainthood_to_be_officially_opened https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/fr.-emil-kapaun-beatification-cause-heads-to-rome https://www.theupperroomptsd.org/about-us https://shrinestjude.org/

Ep. 48: A New Queen in St. Augustine Nov 04, 2019

The Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augustine will be elevated as a National Shrine next year. This week on CNA Newsroom, editor Carl Bunderson shares the story of the shrine, its recent elevation, and one woman who credits her most recent pregnancy to Our Lady of La Leche’s intercession. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/historic-marian-shrine-in-florida-elevated-to-national-shrine-54052 https://missionandshrine.org/

Ep. 47: Burning Love Oct 28, 2019

Catholic teaching on the “cleansing fire” of purgatory is perhaps one of the Church’s spookier beliefs. This week, we visit the world-famous “Purgatory Museum” in Rome and talk to theologians and experts about what the Church teaches about purgatory and how it applies to our lives. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/resources/apologetics/purgatory/purgatory-the-purifying-fire https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/have-souls-in-purgatory-visited-people-on-earth-67916 St. Gertrude Prayer for Souls in Purgatory: “Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the holy souls in purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal church, those in my own home and within my family. Amen.”

Ep. 46: Borderlands Oct 22, 2019

The number of Central American and Mexican migrants crossing the southern border into the United States has slowed to a trickle, but in terms of helping families in need, Catholic groups at the border know there is still much to be done. This week on CNA Newsroom, we visit the US-Mexico border in El Paso and talk to bishops, priests, laypeople, non-Catholics and everyone in between about what the need is and what people of faith are doing to help. And stick around, because we also cover a side of the immigration debate not often acknowledged: what happens when undocumented immigrants feel a call to the priesthood? Shownotes: https://seminariohispano.org/ https://www.augustineinstitute.org/ http://www.usccb.org/about/financial-reporting/upload/financial-statements-2017-2018.pdf https://www.dhs.gov/news/2019/01/24/migrant-protection-protocols https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/at-us-mexico-border-bishops-emphasize-bonds-of-faith-and-family-85864 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/border-bishops-filled-with-mourning-over-deaths-of-migrants-36435 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pro-life-women-deliver-semi-truck-full-of-supplies-72000-to-the-border-79366 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/border-bishops-filled-with-mourning-over-deaths-of-migrants-36435

Ep. 45: And You Visited Me Oct 14, 2019

The number of people in prison in the U.S. has grown by a factor of five since the 1970s. An estimated 5 million children have a parent in prison. This week on the podcast: stories of former inmates who found God, and men who have given over their lives to minister to inmates— the modern-day “untouchables." Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/ive-encountered-him---how-one-inmate-lost-everything-and-found-christ-20265 https://soundcloud.com/cnanewsroom/ep-21-when-ryan-met-jesus https://www.kolbeprisonministries.com/ http://www.sconews.co.uk/opinion/54388/christs-mercy-touches-societys-untouchables/ http://www.layevangelist.com/journal/2018/to-the-corrections-officers-of-the-ferguson-unit-prison-texas https://www.myfathershousedenver.org/

Ep. 44: Let's Stick Together Oct 07, 2019

From 2015-2017, the divorce rate in one Florida county dropped by nearly one-third. This week on CNA Newsroom, writer Mary Farrow tells the story of how a coalition of churches helped to make that happen— and whether the rest of the country can follow suit.

Ep. 43: Newman’s Own Sep 30, 2019

Cardinal John Henry Newman will be canonized October 13. This week on CNA Newsroom, we talk about Newman’s life and witness; and the miracle that secured his canonization. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/vatican-approves-second-miracle-for-blessed-john-henry-newman-87278 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/blessed-john-henry-newman-to-be-canonized-in-october-13-80392 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/look-to-newman-for-an-education-in-friendship-catholic-students-told-81728

Ep. 42: The Loneliest Episode (Part 2) Sep 23, 2019

The population of Americans aged 65 and older will more than double by the year 2060. In this second part of our two-part series on loneliness, we look at why seniors are lonely and how we can help. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/our-elders-are-lonely-do-we-care-45567 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/the-old-still-have-a-lot-to-give-young-people-pope-francis-says-70928 https://washington.providence.org/locations-directory/m/mount-st-vincent Park sound effect from https://www.zapsplat.com

Ep. 41: Our 9/11 Episode Sep 16, 2019

Retired Colonel Anita Raines and Fr. Kevin Madigan of New York share their experience of September 11, 2001. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/the-brutal-powerful-911-stories-of-catholic-priests-57009 https://www.army.mil/article/110951/pentagon_memorial_chapel_place_to_grieve_reflect_heal https://w2.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/audiences/2001/documents/hf_jp-ii_aud_20010912.html

Ep. 40: The Loneliest Episode (Part 1) Sep 09, 2019

A July report by YouGov suggested millennials are the loneliest generation, with higher rates of loneliness than both Generation X and Baby Boomers. We talk with two millennials about loneliness and explore why millennials are so lonely - and how the Church can respond. Show notes: https://today.yougov.com/topics/lifestyle/articles-reports/2019/07/30/loneliness-friendship-new-friends-poll-survey http://www.jeantwenge.com/igen-book-by-dr-jean-twenge/ https://www.chicagotribune.com/real-estate/ct-life-where-millennials-are-moving-20190504-story.html

Ep. 39: If we make a clip show, do we still get paid? Sep 02, 2019

Happy Labor Day everyone! This week, we celebrate working by not really doing any work. In this episode we showcase three of our favorite segments from the first 38 episodes of CNA Newsroom— a discussion with the author of “The Beer Option;” comedian Jeremy McLellan’s conversion story; and the mystery of the Stairs of St. Joseph.

BONUS: JD Flynn’s full interview with Elias Moo, Superintendent of Catholic Schools in Denver Aug 27, 2019

This is JD Flynn’s full interview with Elias Moo, superintendent of Catholic schools for the Archdiocese of Denver. This interview was edited and included in Ep. 38 of CNA Newsroom.

Ep. 38: Reading, 'Riting, 'Rithmetic...and Religion Aug 26, 2019

JD Flynn is joined by two very special co-hosts in this ‘Back to School’ episode. We talk with the Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of Denver, Elias Moo. We profile a classical school in Denver and a Catholic trade school in Michigan. Show notes: https://lourdesclassical.org/ https://amiusa.org/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/new-michigan-vocational-school-combines-catholic-education-skilled-trades-77129 https://www.harmelacademy.org/

Ep. 37: True Facts about the ‘Lion of Münster’ Aug 19, 2019

Blessed Clemens August von Galen is remembered as the ‘Lion of Münster’ for his fierce defense of the Catholic faith and human rights during the Nazi regime. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/what-the-bishop-who-resisted-the-nazis-can-teach-us-today-99082 http://w2.vatican.va/content/pius-xi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-xi_enc_14031937_mit-brennender-sorge.html Subscribe to Editor's Desk: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/podcast/cna-editors-desk

Ep. 36: A Pretty Big Assumption Aug 12, 2019

The Assumption of Mary is one of the Church’s newest dogmas. How did this come about, and why do we believe it? We assume you’ve asked these questions, so we dug into the theology behind the Assumption and also bring you the story of how one woman came to the Catholic faith thanks in part to a relationship with Mary. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/the-history-of-the-assumption-and-why-its-a-holy-day-of-obligation-30528 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/the-assumption-561

Announcement from the 'Editor's Desk' Aug 08, 2019

We are excited to announce that CNA Newsroom is expanding! We’ve created a second podcast feed for our new show, “CNA Editor’s Desk,” and provided links below. This new feed is where we’ll post the episodes formerly known as “Bonus Episodes.” Don’t worry— they’ll be the same “bonus” episodes that you’ve come to know and love. We hope you’ll continue to subscribe to both CNA Newsroom and CNA Editor’s Desk! Subscribe to CNA Editor’s Desk on your preferred podcast app using these links: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/editors-desk/id1475311287 Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1475311287/cna-editors-desk Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UTHyqBjoFX5hWJBRIopr3 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/catholic-news-agency/editors-desk Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-714262237 Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/Itd2ia6zx7cqxi57vzjbfyumnii?t=Editors_Desk TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Editors-Desk-p1237691/ Player FM: https://player.fm/series/2529188 And more!

Ep. 35: Don’t Knock it ‘til you try it Aug 01, 2019

Ever since the first Christians began converting pagan temples into churches, Catholics have been adapting worldly things to serve a higher purpose. We bring you the stories of three creative modern-day Catholic adaptations: an old-school dating service, a food truck, and a skateboard company. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/what-is-the-knock-shrine-that-pope-francis-will-visit-in-ireland-46663 https://loveyourmotherboard.com/ https://capuchins.org/2018/10/18/unveiling-a-new-food-truck-ministry/

Ep. 34: Upon this Rock Jul 25, 2019

Producer Jonah McKeown visits the Chapel on the Rock at Camp St. Malo near Estes Park, Colorado. Pope St. John Paul II visited the chapel and hiked the grounds around it in 1993, when he visited Denver for World Youth Day. Jonah explores St. Malo’s rich history and speaks with a Catholic missionary about the importance of care for creation. Shownotes: https://campstmalo.org/ https://creatio.org/ http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/encyclicals/documents/papa-francesco_20150524_enciclica-laudato-si.html

Ep. 33: Fulton Sheen: A Life Worth (Re)living Jul 19, 2019

This week on CNA Newsroom: renowned American theologian and media star Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, and the amazing miracle attributed to his intercession, which Pope Francis officially recognized earlier this month. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/archbishop-fulton-sheen-to-be-beatified-10161 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/archbishop-fulton-sheen https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/OSVAuthors/BonnieEngstrom https://www.looktohimandberadiant.com/p/teaching-with-fulton-sheen.html

Ep. 32: Bless me Father for I have sinned Jul 12, 2019

This week, we’re talking about the sacrament of Confession. We’ll tell the story of St. John Vianney, whose devotion to this sacrament brought thousands of people back to the Church in the 19th century— and whose incorrupt heart recently completed a 7,500 mile journey around the United States. We’ll answer some common questions and misconceptions about confession. And we’ll detail a California bill, which was withdrawn this week, but would have required priests to violate the seal of confession. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/knights-of-columbus-announce-st-john-vianney-relic-tour-75444 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/the-feast-of-saint-john-vianney---a-model-for-priests-57699 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/california-confession-law-dropped-31494 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/these-priests-were-martyred-for-refusing-to-violate-the-seal-of-confession-44847 https://www.kofc.org/en/events/vianney.html#/Schedule

Ep. 31: A July 4th Six-Pack Jul 04, 2019

Six segments - all about the 4th of July. You'll hear about the Italian blessed whose feast day falls on July 4, the Catholic who signed the Declaration of Independence, liturgical guidelines for Independence Day, a Catholic who has been out of the country the past several years for the Fourth of July, a historic basilica in Virginia, and a very special sixth segment. Show notes: https://frassatiusa.org/ https://eppc.org/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/rebuilt-from-the-ashes-the-story-of-an-american-basilica-75959 https://www.amazon.com/Charles-Carroll-Carrollton-Faithful-Revolutionary-ebook/dp/B07H71BSTY/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=charles+carroll+of+carrollton+faithful+revolutionary&qid=1562177191&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Ep. 30: A Stigmata in Michigan Jun 27, 2019

This week on CNA Newsroom: the story of Michigan grandfather Irving “Francis” Houle. Irving received the stigmata— the wounds of Christ on the cross— and he could one day be officially recognized as a saint in the Catholic Church. This is a story of intense pain, but also miraculous healing - for Irving and for others. For more information about the Irving C. “Francis” Houle Association, email Deacon Terry Saunders at tjsaunders1955[at]gmail.com or send a letter to 709 1st Ave South Escanaba, MI 49829. Links: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/was-this-michigan-grandfather-on-a-mission-from-god-13142 http://usccb.org/news/2019/19-112.cfm

Ep. 29: Lord God of Hosts Jun 21, 2019

Why can’t celiacs use gluten-free hosts? Can germs spread by sharing the cup at Mass? And where does the bread used at Mass come from, anyway? This week, in honor of the feast of Corpus Christi, we asked the questions you never thought to ask about the Eucharist...and found the answers. Helpful links: https://benedictinesisters.org/ https://www.cavanaghco.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/midwest-drought-to-impact-altar-bread-prices https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/gluten-and-communion-whats-a-celiac-to-do-72220 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/solemnity-of-the-most-holy-body-and-blood-of-christ-270 https://www.cathmed.org/ http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/the-mass/order-of-mass/liturgy-of-the-eucharist/celiac-disease-and-alcohol-intolerance.cfm http://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/the-mass/norms-for-holy-communion-under-both-kinds/index.cfm

Ep. 28: Bishops in Baltimore Jun 17, 2019

Archbishop Jose Gomez and Bishop Robert Deeley talk about the US bishops’ meeting in Baltimore last week. Editors JD Flynn and Ed Condon analyze the meeting. For more information: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/us-bishops-authorize-reporting-mechanism-for-episcopal-abuse-cases-89584 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/usccb-passes-three-measures-in-response-to-abuse-crisis-45731 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/analysis-job-begun-not-job-done-in-baltimore-99464

Ep. 27: 'Every time I feel the Spirit' Jun 06, 2019

Cardinal Raymond Burke and seminary professor Ralph Martin talk about the Holy Spirit and how it is at work in the world - and the Church - today. We explore a Pentecost tradition at St. John Cantius Parish in downtown Chicago. For more information: http://www.renewalministries.net/?module=Home https://www.natl-cursillo.org/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/holy-spirit

Ep. 26: Clerical Abuse Survivors Speak May 30, 2019

James Grein, a man who was serially sexually abused by Theodore McCarrick, shares his story. We also talk with Teresa Pitt Green, a survivor of clerical sex abuse who is working to bring healing to the Church through her organization Spirit Fire. For more information: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/mccarrick-abused-youth-during-confession-lawyer-charges-95617 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/mccarrick-laicized-by-pope-francis-31512

Ep. 25: His name was Kendrick Castillo May 23, 2019

Kendrick Castillo gave his life to protect his friends when he jumped into the line of fire to stop a school shooter on May 7, 2019. He was the only casualty in the shooting at STEM High School in Highlands Ranch, Colo. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/no-greater-love----denver-catholics-remember-kendrick-castillo-who-died-in-stem-school-shooting-20922 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/we-all-need-to-be-a-little-more-like-kendrick-friends-and-family-remember-stem-hero-21993 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/the-young-man-with-a-big-good-heart-stem-hero-kendrick-castillo-laid-to-rest-95223

Ep. 24: Seventy Times Seven May 16, 2019

This week, we talk about forgiveness with a woman who lost most of her family in the Rwandan genocide, a survivor of clerical sex abuse, and the mother of an American journalist beheaded by ISIS. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/twenty-years-after-rwandan-genocide-church-helps-bring-healing https://mgoretti.org/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/saint-maria-goretti-calls-us-to-be-witnesses-of-forgiveness-19175 https://mariagoretti.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/another-resignation-at-snap-as-controversy-continues-93810 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/prayer-a-stronghold-in-life-death-of-catholic-journalist-james-foley-22401 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-sends-letter-of-condolence-to-family-of-james-foley-43169 https://jamesfoleyfoundation.org/

Ep. 23: I raised a saint May 09, 2019

The story of a teenage computer wiz— who may soon be a saint. As told by the person who knew the late young man best, his mother. Happy Mother’s Day. Show notes: http://carloacutis.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/venerable-carlo-acutis-a-patron-of-computer-programmers-69517 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/body-of-venerable-teen-exhumed-too-early-to-declare-incorrupt-10239 http://www.therealpresence.org/eucharst/mir/engl_mir.htm

Ep. 22: The Stairs that St. Joseph Built May 01, 2019

This week we investigate a mysterious piece of architecture in New Mexico and profile a nonprofit organization in New Jersey that helps low-income renters buy their own homes. Shownotes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/feast-of-st-joseph-the-worker-471 http://www.sjcscamden.org/ https://web.pa.msu.edu/cmp/csc/eprint/DT262.pdf https://www.rdrnews.com/2018/07/08/did-frenchy-the-dog-canyon-cattleman-build-the-miracle-staircase-in-santa-fe/ https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_news/experts-consider-miracle-stairs-in-santa-fe-s-loretto-chapel/article_ef483b1f-6cc2-5cd9-93e8-9e7c1d3d56f7.html

Ep. 21: When Ryan met Jesus Apr 18, 2019

We bring you the conversion of Ryan Prasad, who dealt drugs, went to prison, and now finds himself living for Christ.

Ep. 20: Rumor Has It Apr 11, 2019

We talk with Fr. Thomas Petri O.P. and a Catholic psychologist about why we gossip. Then, we tell the story of a time when gossip had a fatal consequence. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-warns-against-gossip-forgetting-ones-own-sinfulness-85835 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/was-the-last-witch-of-boston-actually-a-catholic-martyr-27747

Ep. 19: The Chocolate (News)room Apr 04, 2019

Emily Stimpson Chapman reads an excerpt of her book “The Catholic Table”. Producers Jonah McKeown and Kate Veik visit Stargazer Fine Chocolates in Denver. Jonah McKeown takes a closer look at the lives of cacao farmers. Shownotes: https://www.amazon.com/Catholic-Table-Finding-Where-Faith/dp/1941447996 https://stargazerfinechocolates.com/ https://ethicaltrade.crs.org/ http://w2.vatican.va/content/leo-xiii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_l-xiii_enc_15051891_rerum-novarum.html

Ep. 18: The Pirate Nun Mar 28, 2019

EWTN’s Catherine Hadro, Debbie Cowden and Fr. John Paul Mary share their memories of EWTN’s late foundress Mother Angelica, in honor of the third anniversary of her death. Paul Darrow talks about how Mother Angelica changed his life forever. Show notes: https://couragerc.org/ https://www.ewtn.com/series/shows/prolife-weekly/index.asp https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/recalling-mother-angelica-prelate-says-catholic-journalists-are-to-spread-the-gospel-67872 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/how-the-pirate-nun-changed-a-gay-mans-life-73008

Ep. 17: Beeracles! Lent, drinks, and Catholic culture Mar 14, 2019

We talk with Dr. Jared Staudt and Dr. Michael Foley about the role alcohol can play in evangelization and an Iowa man who did a Lenten beer fast modeled after that of 17th-century monks. Shownotes: https://www.amazon.com/Beer-Option-Brewing-Catholic-Yesterday/dp/1621384144 https://www.monasterygreetings.com/product/Orval-Trappist-Ale-11-2-oz/Orval_Trappist_Ale https://drinkingwiththesaints.com/ https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/these-17th-century-monks-did-a-beer-fast-for-lent-90886 http://religion.blogs.cnn.com/2012/02/25/my-take-what-i-learned-from-my-46-day-beer-only-fast/

Ep. 16: It’s Lent- “God bless the muskrat, for she is a fish” Mar 07, 2019

Matthew Schmitz of First Things details some unusual foods you’re allowed to eat during Lent. Fr. Timothy Laboe and Dr. Edward Peters explain how it came to be that Catholics in Detroit eat muskrat during Lent. By popular demand, Deputy Editor-in-chief Michelle La Rosa and Producers Jonah McKeown and Kate Veik taste-test the fish sandwich at Arby’s. Editor-in-chief JD Flynn shares a 2017 essay of his about Lent and ‘finding’ Christ in the desert. Show notes: https://www.firstthings.com/blogs/firstthoughts/2017/03/christ-in-the-desert https://clearcreekmonks.org/ https://www.firstthings.com/blogs/firstthoughts/2013/02/the-ten-most-wonderful-and-strange-foods-for-lent https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/alligator-ok-to-eat-on-lenten-fridays-archbishop-clarifies

Ep. 15: A nun, a comic, and an Iranian walk into the Church Feb 28, 2019

This week on CNA Newsroom, we're talking converts! We interview three converts to the Catholic Faith: Sister Brittany Harrison, comedian Jeremy McLellan and journalist Sohrab Ahmari.

Ep. 14: China Pt. 2 - Chen Guangcheng’s great escape Feb 22, 2019

Here’s the story of Chen Guangcheng, a Chinese human rights activist who was imprisoned and tortured by the Chinese government for speaking out, who made a harrowing escape from the Chinese, and made his way to the U.S. He did all of this while being blind. Today, Chen Guangcheng lives in Washington D.C. But his fight for human rights in China is not over. In this episode, Chen Guangcheng shares his story of escape and Rep. Chris Smith (NJ) tells us about his own involvement from the U.S. For more information: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/chinese-human-rights-activist-on-vatican-china-deal-a-slap-in-the-face-82186 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/christian-bale-presents-award-to-blind-pro-life-activist-from-china https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/activists-departure-from-nyu-draws-fear-of-chinese-pressure https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/despite-changes-genocide-of-chinas-one-child-policy-endures-activists-say-42712 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/blind-activist-appeals-to-us-over-chinas-human-rights-abuses

Ep. 13: What's the deal with the China deal? Pt. I Feb 14, 2019

China is fertile ground for the Christian faith — but clashes with the Communist government make this one of the hardest countries in the world to be a Christian. Join us this week for the first of two episodes about the Church in China. (02:36) CNA’s Rome correspondent - and resident China expert - Courtney Grogan, offers some context and history of the relationship between the Chinese government and the Vatican. (10:35) Cardinal Joseph Zen, bishop emeritus of Hong Kong, speaks with CNA’s deputy editor-in-chief Michelle LaRosa in the podcast’s first interview with a cardinal. (17:28) Producer Kate Veik speaks with a Catholic entrepreneur, who has lived and worked in China for decades, about the reality of practicing the Catholic faith in China. Links to further reading: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/vatican-signs-deal-with-china-73894 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-takes-responsibility-for-china-deal-45236 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/chinas-crackdown-on-christians-continues-59665 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/cardinal-zen-the-vatican-is-badly-mishandling-china-situation-19677

Ep. 12: The +Daly Show, with Sen. Ben Sasse and Virginia moms Feb 08, 2019

(3:26) Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) speaks with D.C. Correspondent Christine Rousselle about New York and Virginia's radical abortion agendas; his efforts to legally protect the unborn; and the future of the pro-life movement in the U.S. (7:08) We hear the stories of two Virginia mothers who faced with extremely difficult pregnancies. Both were advised to have abortions. Though the outcomes for these two women were very different, both their lives were changed forever. (21:30) Bishop Thomas Daly of Spokane, Washington made headlines last week for announcing that pro-abortion politicians should not receive the Eucharist in his diocese. Editor-in-chief JD Flynn quizzes Bishop Daly on his announcement, his thought process and his prayer life. Links to learn more: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/sen-sasse-va-gov-northam-is-a-creep-with-no-regard-for-human-dignity-18011 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/sen-ben-sasse-seeks-to-fast-track-bill-to-protect-abortion-survivors-40083 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/medical-care-for-abortion-survivors-blocked-by-senate-democrat-88856 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/legislators-propose-abortion-at-birth-as-state-level-fights-continue-53883 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/bishop-daly-pro-choice-pols-should-not-receive-eucharist-97896 This episode was sponsored by spiritualdirection.com.

Ep. 11: A man, a plan, a canal, Panama! Feb 01, 2019

Reporter Mary Rezac interviews producer Jonah McKeown and social media director Ursula Murua about their experience at World Youth Day in Panama. Producer Kate Veik connects with Rome correspondent Courtney Grogan about their recent trip to Portugal and what World Youth Day pilgrims can look forward to in 2022. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/twenty-killed-in-explosions-at-mass-in-philippines-cathedral-81161 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-says-he-is-against-making-priestly-celibacy-optional-in-the-latin-rite-13209 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/world-youth-day-panama https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/tags/portugal

Ep. 10: Hey there, Daleiden Jan 25, 2019

Deputy Editor-in-chief Michelle La Rosa talks with David Daleiden, producer Kate Veik talks with Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers about the life of the first black Catholic priest in the U.S, Father Augustus Tolton, and a few of us sit down with Father Mike Rapp - from the podcast Catholic Stuff You Should Know - to talk about Marie Kondo. Is she helpful or a hindrance for Catholics? This episode was sponsored by spiritualdirection.com. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-says-panama-to-be-a-hub-of-hope-during-world-youth-day-32827 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/venezuelan-army-besieged-hundreds-of-protesters-in-maturin-cathedral-23395 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/runaway-slave-turned-priest-moves-closer-to-beatification-20694 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/what-catholics-can-learn-from-tidying-up-with-marie-kondo-89845

Ep. 9: Podcast Vitae Jan 17, 2019

Michelle La Rosa asks what would really happen if Roe v. Wade was overturned, Jonah McKeown looks into a push to legalize assisted suicide in New Mexico, and a family shares their story of adoption.

Ep. 8: “Jesus, the pope, my mom, the cashier at Chick-fil-A” Jan 10, 2019

JD Flynn and D.C. Editor Ed Condon discuss the ongoing clerical sex abuse crisis. Producer Jonah McKeown profiles a unique center for homeless men in Washington D.C. Reporter Mary Rezac reviews the self-help book - and New York Times bestseller - “Girl, Wash Your Face” by blogger and motivational speaker, Rachel Hollis.

Ep. 7: A Texas Catholic's service in Uganda; a Catholic event tour; we investigate top donors Jan 03, 2019

A young Catholic from Texas who is doing some incredible work in Uganda. Perry West recaps some of the Catholic events around the U.S. that he covered last year. And a new voice on the podcast; Kevin Jones, a long-time investigative journalist at CNA, talks about some of his most important work from 2018. Show notes: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-accepts-resignation-of-vatican-press-office-directors-58280 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/ouellet-letter-us-bishops-vote-on-abuse-reform-measures-was-blocked-to-allow-more-discussion-60649 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/mccarrick-abused-youth-during-confession-lawyer-charges-95617 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/god-did-this--how-a-22-year-old-texan-began-a-catholic-school-for-ugandas-deaf-children-57950 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/how-this-onelife-la-speaker-is-made-for-greater-11712 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/kansas-ministry-brings-adoration-under-the-stars-45659 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/catholic-symposium-how-music-food-and-friendship-ground-us-in-reality-48187 https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/masterpiece-cakeshop-case-drew-500k-in-grants-from-religious-freedom-foes-81744

Ep. 6: California wildfire recovery; Fr. Woody giveaway; chart-topping Benedictine nuns Dec 20, 2018

We talk to a parish in Chico, California about its efforts to support victims of the recent wildfires. Our producer Jonah McKeown looks into a unique Christmas program in the Archdiocese of Denver - and the man who inspired it - and finally CNA’s managing editor Carl Bunderson talks with the chart-topping Benedictines of Mary, Queen of the Apostles.

Ep. 5: The March for Life; Our Lady of Guadalupe; a Florida woman's battle Dec 13, 2018

We ask March for Life president Jeanne Mancini what she's most excited about for the event next month. In honor of this week's feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, we share one Florida woman's battle to preserve a painting of Guadalupe. We also speak with Monsignor Eduardo Chavez, canon of the Basilica of Guadalupe, about the apparition and how she has become patroness of all America.

Ep. 4: Starbucks blocks pornography; a Byzantine Advent; Disney princesses and canon law Dec 06, 2018

Reporter Perry West explains Starbucks' decision to block pornography use on its public WiFi. Producer Kate Veik interviews a priest about how Byzantine Catholics prepare for Christmas. CNA's editors J.D. Flynn, Michelle La Rosa and Carl Bunderson, and reporter Mary Rezac debate the canonical validity of several Disney marriages.

Ep. 3: The late Bishop Morlino; California wildfire recovery; an update on the U.S. abuse crisis Nov 29, 2018

In this episode of CNA Newsroom, editor-in-chief J.D. Flynn talks with the chancellor - and friend - of the late Bishop Robert Morlino. Reporter Jonah McKeown looks into recovery efforts at a California parish destroyed in a wildfire. Flynn, managing editor Michelle La Rosa, and D.C. editor Ed Condon give an update on the U.S. abuse crisis.

Ep. 2: Sister Thea Bowman; Thanksgiving in Rome; serving refugees on the southern U.S. border Nov 21, 2018

In this Thanksgiving episode of CNA Newsroom, we'll share with you stories of perseverance and generosity. You'll hear about the life of Sr. Thea Bowman, a Franciscan who advocated for racial equality in the late 20th century - and who could soon be formally recognized as a Catholic saint. Next, we'll take a look at how American seminarians in Rome celebrate Thanksgiving. J.D. Flynn interviews a deacon who welcomes and serves asylum seekers on the southern U.S. border. And finally, a priest will give you advice for that sometimes dreaded Thanksgiving tradition: leading prayer out loud for your family. For more information about Project Oak Tree, or to make a donation, visit: https://rcdlc.org/oaktree

Ep. 1: In Baltimore, U.S. bishops seek consensus on sex abuse crisis Nov 15, 2018

On this episode of CNA Newsroom, your host J.D. Flynn reports from the USCCB fall meeting in Baltimore. The bishops were expected to vote on two measures meant to address the sex abuse crisis in the U.S. Church, but they were thrown a curveball by the Vatican. Flynn goes in-depth with CNA's D.C. bureau chief Ed Condon, correspondent Christine Rousselle, and multiple bishops.

Introducing CNA Newsroom Nov 12, 2018

Introducing CNA Newsroom, a new podcast from Catholic News Agency. This podcast will give you special access to our editors and reporters - and Catholic news that matters each week. You can find all our news at www.catholicnewsagency.com.

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