Morning Air

6/11/24 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht   John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Hunter Biden trial, UN Security Council ceasefire, Panthers win game 2, NEC Pilgrimage Update.   Martha continues delving into why we should love like the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary.   William explains where in scripture we find the basis for the Sacred Heart tradition.

6/10/24 6am CT Hour - Sr. Mary Teresa Bettag/ Fr. Mario Amore   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Donald Trump on the campaign trail, Supreme Court pending case results release, NBA Finals, and NEC Pilgrimage Update. Sr. Mary Teresa talks about the promises of graduation speeches that we can take on the world and what Jesus actually promises us. Fr. Mario discusses his discernment of the priesthood and how adoration really played a strong part. He talks about why we all should make time for Jesus in this way.

6/10/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. john Gordon/ Mayra Rodriguez   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Donald Trump on the campaign trail, Supreme Court pending case results release, NBA Finals, and NEC Pilgrimage Update. Fr. Gordon shares some tips on how to guard against routine when it comes to the mass, adoration and more. Mayra breaks down the "reproductive clinic" set to open in NM near the border of Texas and what this facility will really be used for.

6/7/24 6am CT Hour - Fr. Bob Pagliari/ Gracie Jagla/ bishop Daniel Mueggenborg   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden in France, Trump to announce VP pick soon, NBA Finals, NEC Pilgrimage Update and last Wheel of Fortune with Pat Sajak. Fr. Bob shares a charming story of the importance of fathers. Gracie talks about how to start praying the rosary with your family (of all ages) and why not perfect is perfect for God. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's Gospel and offers his thoughts on it's meaning in our life today.

6/7/24 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Carol and Pete Tomaselli   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden in France, NBA Finals, NEC Pilgrimage Update and last Wheel of Fortune with Pat Sajak. Mary breaks down what happened to a couple in Texas who had trouble getting treatment after a miscarriage and what Texas law allows in those instances. Carol and Pete discuss how you know if you are a critic and what to do about it so your marriage can improve.

6/6/24 6am CT Hour - Fr. Mark Bernhard/ Colin & Aimee Maclver   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Pope Francis comments on D-Day Anniversary, NBA Finals start, NEC Pilgrimage Update and play What's That Sound. Fr. Mark talks about the challenges of temptation and how to battle the beast in our own hearts. Colin and Aimee shares how we can talk about Pride Month with our middle schoolers and bring Theology of the Body into the equation.

6/6/24 7am CT Hour - Laura DeMaria/ Tim Schmalz   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Pope Francis comments on D-Day Anniversary, NBA Finals start, NEC Pilgrimage Update and play What's That Sound. Laura shares how her life changed in a good way after the birth of her first child. Tim explains how and why he created sculptures for the National Eucharistic Congress this July. https://timothypaulschmalz.com/

How often do you think about heaven? How do you picture it? Does it fill you with immense peace?   John Morales has a heavenly discussion with Fr. Jerome Koutnik, exploring the nature of heaven. Spoiler alert: it’s not the soda-fountain-in-the-clouds you might have imagined as a kid!    A Spiritual Dimension Fr. Jerome helps us understand that heaven isn't a physical location. Instead, it's a transcendent reality. St. Paul hints at this in 1 Corinthians 2:9, describing heaven as something beyond our wildest dreams.   Jesus' Ascension: A Physical Event with a Spiritual Meaning When Jesus ascended, it wasn't about reaching a physical "place" but symbolizing a higher, glorified existence. He rose to confirm the apostles' faith, showing that His presence isn't confined to physical realms.   Heavenly Presence: Beyond Time and Space Fr. Jerome emphasizes that while heaven isn't a physical place, Jesus' risen body and the bodies of Mary and St. Joseph are present there in a glorified form. They move beyond physical

6/5/24 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Fr. Chris Argano   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's immigration executive action, NEC Pilgrimage Update and rare Boba Fett action figure. Ashley reports on Pope Francis' Weekly General Audience, Nutella Ice Cream and feast days. Fr. Chris explains why it's imperative for the laity to pray for priests.

6/5/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's immigration executive action and give a NEC Pilgrimage Update. Fr. Marcel shares how living a life of sin without the sacraments can block grace from God. Dave explains leadership styles and when to use them.

6/4/24 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Oscar Delgado   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's executive order at the border, heatwave on west coast, update on the NEC Pilgrimage and National Cheese Day. Mark previews down Apple's World Wide Developer Community conference 2024. Oscar talks about the new film, Jesus Thirsts, and why we should all support Catholic movies like this.  

6/4/24 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Harry Kraemer   John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's executive order at the border, heatwave on west coast, update on the NEC Pilgrimage and National Cheese Day. Martha shares how the two hearts; Immaculate Heart of Mary and Sacred  Heart of Jesus teach us what true love really is. Harry shares his thoughts on why he feels feedback in the workplace is not just paper fill but a moral responsibility to workers.

5/30/24 6am CT Hour - Monsignor James Shea/ John Heinen   Glen and Sarah talk about the end of the school year, attacking otter, give an update on NEC Pilgrimage and plays What's That Sound. Monsignor talks about coming to understand what it means that Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist. John explains why walking the walk of being a Catholic Gentleman is critical for the next generation but also men around us who are inspired to do the same.

5/30/24 7am CT Hour - Anne Flynn/ Fr. James Kubicki   Glen and Sarah talk about the end of the school year, attacking otters, give an update on NEC Pilgrimage and plays What's That Sound. Anne shares her battle cancer for the second time and how she has seen God's hand along the way. Fr. Kubicki talks about what we learn from the story of Mary visiting Elizabeth after the Annunciation.

5/29/24 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Kelsey Gillespy   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trump Trail wrap-up, Timberwolves win, NEC Update and Home Alone house for sale. Ashley reports on the Pope's Weekly Genera Audience, Pope's meeting with 50,000 kids for the first World Children's Day and celebrating the feast of Corpus Christi in Italy  Kelsey shares how she learned that she didn't have to be perfect to be the best mom for her kids and how God uses parenthood to bring us to Him.

5/29/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. Jerome Koutnik/ Dave Durand   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trump Trail wrap-up, Timberwolves win, NEC Update and Home Alone house for sale. Fr. Jerome explains what heaven is and where it is. Dave shares some tips on striving for and attaining personal growth.

5/28/24 6am CT Hour - Suzanne Bilodeau/ Cassie Everts   John, Glen and Sarah chat about weather, closing arguments in Trump trial, Celtics move forward in NBA Finals and an update on the NEC Pilgrimage. Suzanne explores what it means to complain, how it actually negates the grace God offers to you and how to get better at eliminating it. Cassie shares her thoughts on how children teach us how to have a great love for the Eucharist.

5/28/24 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Taylor Kemp   John, Glen and Sarah chat about weather, closing arguments in Trump trial, Celtics move forward in NBA Finals and an update on the NEC Pilgrimage. Martha shares some thoughts on how and why we should love like the virgin Mary did when she visited/helped Elizabeth. Taylor talks about the newly updated Symbolon and why it's good to be reminded and instructed on the beauty and richness of the faith.

5/24/24 6am CT Hour  Deacon Steve Greco/ Juan Carlos Sanchez/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Carlo Acutis miracle approved, Trump Rally, Celtics beat Pacers and NEC update Deacons Steve talks about the new movie Jesus Thirsts an how it is interrelated to the Eucharistic revival in our country. Juan Carlos shares why he feels that the new Inside Out 2 movie is not suitable for younger viewers. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on his Sunday's gospel.

5/24/24 7am CT Hour - Bob Perron/ Coach Will Rey   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Carlo Acutis miracle approved, Trump Rally, Celtics beat Pacers and NEC Pilgrimage update Bob shares the great work the JMJ Pregnancy Center is doing in Florida and why the work is not over yet. Coach Rey talks bball and his thoughts on the teams that have made it to the Final Four.