Morning Air

10/5/23 7am CT Hour - Dr. Bryan Thatcher/ Eric Scheidler John, Glen and Sarah chat about potential border wall in Texas, the House searching for a speaker, baseball and play What's That Sound. Dr. Thatcher talks St. Faustina and why some are calling for her to become a Doctor of the Church. Eric breaks down Ohio's Issue 1 agenda and gives listeners the tools to combat even if they don't live in Ohio. https://prolifeaction.org/event/ohio2023/

10/5/23 6am CT Hour - Fr. Jerome Koutnik/ Darlene Morocco John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden's potential border wall, the House search for a new speaker, baseball and play What's That Sound. Fr. Jerome debunks the myths and replace them with facts about the rosary Darlene talk about how we can and should express our faith in the secular workplace and offers advice as to how to accomplish that.

10/4/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about the historic ousting of the Speaker of the House and the emergency alert test that will go on today. Sarah and Glen honor National Taco day with random acts of poetry. Fr. Marcel speaks to what we can learn from St. Francis and his renunciation of material needs. Sarah and John discuss "The Saints" series from the Merry Beggars and their portrayal of St. Francis of Assisi Dave gives the key steps to know if you are maturing as a leader.

10/4/23 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Danielle Bean John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Speaker of the House being ousted, Emergency Alert today and National Random Acts of Poetry and Taco Day. Ashley reports on Ottobrata" in Rome, opening mass for the Synod, Naples new evacuation plans for volcanics and the feasts of St. Francis, Blessed Bartolo Longo and St. Faustina. Danielle shares 7 ways we can deal and help those negative people around us even if it's us.

10/3/03 6am CT Hour - Laura DeMaria/ Doug Hinderer John and Glen talk about the news of the day and baseball. Laura shares the feast days of Saints for the month of October along with the Pope's prayer intentions and the celebrations revolving around the rosary and respecting life. Doug starts his series on how to save your marriage even if only you are the one who wants to work on it.

10/3/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Harry Kraemer John and Glen talk about the topics of the day and baseball. Martha talks about the great ways in which St Francis evangelized and how we can imitate that today. Harry shares tips on how to form the habits that will lead to success in life.

In this podcast episode of Morning Air, John Morales speaks with Father Francis Hoffman, known as Father Rocky, the CEO of Relevant Radio and a priest of Opus Dei. The discussion centers around the 95th anniversary of the founding of Opus Dei, a Catholic organization that emphasizes sanctifying ordinary life. Opus Dei founder St. Josemaria Escriva's vision challenged the notion that only priests or religious figures could attain holiness. Father Rocky explains that Opus Dei focuses on doing God's work in ordinary life, with members spanning various demographics globally. The organization emphasizes prayer, frequent sacraments, and a spirit of service. Opus Dei's approach includes rigorous commitment to prayer and incorporates elements like an hour in front of the Blessed Sacrament, daily Mass, the Rosary, and mortification. Father Rocky shares his personal journey, highlighting how Opus Dei changed his life significantly and discusses his role in hosting the Family Rosary Across America, connecting with peopl

10/02/23 6am CT Hour - Leonardo Defillppis/ Annabelle Moseley John, Glen and Sarah chat about government shutdown averted, new Apple phones overheating, and the new words added to the dictionary. Leonardo shares the story and life of St. Therese of Lisieux Annabelle talks about the garden of Gethsemane and how we can meet Jesus there and keep vigil in our own domestic church.

10/2/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Burke Masters/ Fr. Francis Hoffman John, Glen and Sarah chat about government shutdown avoided, Apple iPhones burning up and new words added to the dictionary. Fr. Buke breaks down the 7th Commandments and the nuances of this command that we do not think about. Fr. Rocky talks about St. Josemaria and the idea behind Opus Dei and how everyone is called to be a Saint.

9/29/23 6am CT Hour Fr. Matthew Hincks/ Kate Wicker/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John, Glen and Sarah chat about the latest in the news. Fr. Matthew explains the history of the angels and how they can be invoked when it comes to ending abortion. Kate shares why it's important to carve out time to invest in your marriage, making it a reality in whatever stage of life you are. Bishop Muggenborg reflects on Sunday's Gospel talking about doing God's will. 

9/29/23 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Carol & Pete Tomaselli John, Glen and Sarah talk Netflix, Aid for Women and Coffee Day. Mary shares the highlights of the Chicagoland Aid for Women banquet and the importance of supporting and caring for women in crisis pregnancies. Carol and Pete share more steps in building a healthy marriage and talk Retrouvaille.

9/28/23 7am CT Hour - Marcel LeJeune/ Fr. James Kubicki John, Glen and Sarah comment about the Republican debate and play What's That Sound. Marcel shares 5 steps we can all use to help build stronger Catholic communities in our Church. Fr. Kubicki explores who the angels in all forms are and why they were created by God, even what their names mean.

9/28/23 6am CT Hour - Fr. John Gordon/ Danielle Bean John, Glen and Sarah comment on the Republican debate and play What's That Sound. Fr. John reflects on 3 different celebrities who overcame addictions in their life with the grace of God. Danielle shares 7 ways we can deal and help those negative people around us even if it's us.

9/27/23 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Joe Boland John, Glen and Sarah chat about end of writers strike, upcoming Republican debate, death of baseball legend Brooks Robinson and National Morning Show Hosts Day. Ashley reports on Pope Francis Weekly General Audience, special birthday phone call, the Ryder Cup and the feast of St. Jerome. Joe shares who the Sisters of St. Basil are and the important work they are doing to become this year's recipient for the Lumen Christi Award.

9/27/23 7am CT Hour - Emily Jaminet/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about potential spending bill in Senate, Republican debate, baseball legend Brooks Robinson and National Morning show Host Day. Emily shares the results of a survey that talked about the priorities of Americans when it comes to marriage and family and gives some tips on how we can be an example of the beauty of family life to our family and friends. Dave lists 6 things that get in the way of making good decisions and explains what we can do to counteract those,

9/26/23 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Fr. Lawrence Carney John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden coming to the UWA picket line, potential government shutdown, Philly Eagles winning streak and Taylor Swift's influence on jersey sales for Travis Kelce. Mark shares his experience fasting from tech for 2 day and that of a college student doing the same thing. He talks about what we can learn through fasting. Fr. Lawrence explains the Holy Face Devotion and shares stories of the saints that followed it. https://www.martinians.org/

9/26/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Biden stopping by Autoworkers strike, Eagles winning streak and Travis Kelce's jersey selling fast. Martha discusses the intentionality of those trying to repaganize our world through culture and how we can combat these attempts. William reveals what St. Jerome did for the Church and how scripture and tradition were understood by him and the early Church Fathers.

9/25/23 6am CT Hour - Doug Hinderer/ Marcellino D'Ambrosio John, Glen and Sarah chat about the end of the writers strike, Pope Francis' comments about life, the Miami Dolphins win and Glen reports from the news conference he wentto. Doug gives advise for all married couples and suggests that finding a marriage “coach” to help you improve your game does not mean you are in “trouble” but helps safeguard you from getting there. Marcellino talks about the loss of faith we find in the Church and how we can have hope for the future in the Eucharist. https://www.crossroadsinitiative.com/dr-italy/

9/25/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Rafael Capo/ Damon Owens John, Glen and Sarah chat about the writer's strike, Pope Francis's comment on life in all stages, Dolphins big win and Glen reports from news conference over the weekend. Fr. Rafael talks about his ministry reaching out to youth through strength training and the beauty of the Hispanic culture in the history of Catholic Church. Damon shares some thoughts on happiness in marriage and how we are called to the joy that only Christ can bring.

9/22/23 6am CT Hour - Annabelle Moseley/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John and Sarah chat about Eucharistic Encounters, Pope's visit to France and Fall. Annabelle talks about her new book and the devotion of Padre Pio to meditate on Jesus in Gethsemane. https://www.amazon.com/Awake-Christ-Living-Catholic-Holy/dp/B0C2SCNZ67 Bishop Muggenborg reflects on this Sunday's gospel about working in the vineyard and God's beautiful mercy available to all.